SCOUT· 42%51m·2026-10-27·FaithCan prayer and friendship overcome polarization?
Can Catholics come together in deeply polarized times? Fr. James Martin is joined by Tim Busch, a businessman, philanthropist, and one of the most prominent Catholic lay leaders in the United States. He is the co-founder and chairman of The Napa Institute, which brings together clergy, scholars, business leaders, and…
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“I was not won over by some of Busch’s arguments. I do not believe in this idea that the United States is a Judeo Christian nation. Thomas Jefferson certainly was not nor was Ben Franklin. James Madison was strictly for no established State…”
“Mr. Busch is a deeply kind, caring, thoughtful person. I am very grateful for all of his wonderful work, boundless energy, and generosity. I especially appreciate his thoughts about difficult conversations with people who have very differen…”
“I don't think I have the patience to listen openly to this at this time. I admire Father for inviting him. It smacks of privilege.”
“Thank you for the latest episode. Did I misunderstand Mr Busch when he said there is nothing like ADA in Europe? We do have the Equality Act 2010 in the UK so disabled people aren't locked in their homes all day.”
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