Br. Consolmagno

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By Br. Guy Consolmagno, S.J. Photos by New Outlook and Vatican Observatory Br. Guy Consolmagno, S.J., is a Jesuit brother and a professional astronomer. As the director of the Vatican Observatory, Br. Guy oversees the research work of Jesuit astronomers, diocesan priests, and adjunct scholars who work with the Vatican Observatory in Rome and Tucson. He engages with observatories around the world and gives presentations at conferences.

Christopher M. Graney - Br. Guy Consolmagno, S.J. - published on 04/04/23 Our goal is precisely to challenge, indeed to threaten, our previous understanding. But what we know is true will still be true 1,000 years from now. Need an idea for Lenten almsgiving? Help us spread faith on the internet. Would you consider donating just $10, so we can continue creating free, uplifting content?