The Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul: A Complicated Saint and the Mysteries of Tradition

St. Paul’s conversion is one of the most dramatic in Christian history, but his legacy is complex. While his writings shape much of our theology and liturgy, they have also been misused to justify exclusion. Yet Paul’s core message is one of radical grace—God’s mercy transforms even the most unlikely people. His life challenges us to practice patience, unity, and reconciliation…