In Powerful Daily Wire Op-Ed, Franciscan University President Calls America Back to the Light
Father Dave Pivonka’s essay confronts cultural darkness and proclaims the hope of Christ.
September 14, 2025
In a time of deep cultural darkness, Franciscan University of Steubenville is engaging the culture with the truth of the Gospel. In a compelling opinion piece for The Daily Wire, Father Dave speaks boldly about the spiritual crisis facing our nation and calls all people to step into the light of Christ. The op-ed speaks to the rise of hostility toward faith, the dangers of a society pushing God to the margins, and the hope that comes when we step out of the shadows and into the beauty of the truth. His words remind us that the truth not only exposes darkness but also brings healing, peace, and renewal to our world.
“The more we reject God, the more our culture’s anger, confusion, and despair will deepen. We don’t need less of God; we need more of God. If the world were not so gripped by darkness, we might see more clearly that what we are doing is not working. Humanity has lost its way, but Christ came to rescue us because of his deep love. Still, many prefer darkness. The Gospel unmasks us and calls us to change. In the end, we must choose: to step into the light or to cling to the shadows.”