The dogmatic constitution on the Church, released 60 years ago, is notable not only for what it taught, but how it taught it.
Read MoreDefinitions of synodality have finally been offered in the synod’s final report, including everything and leaving nothing out.
Read MoreThe ‘Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification,’ signed by the Catholic Church and the Lutheran World Federation, was joined by 2017 by the World Methodist Council, the Anglican Consultative Council, and the World Communion of Reformed Churches.
Read MoreFather Timothy Radcliffe’s suggestion of foreign influence on African bishops during the Synod recall Cardinal Kasper’s contentious statements from a decade ago.
Read MoreWhether viewed from starboard or port, the HSS Synodality is sinking. How many are now ready to abandon ship?
Read MoreOriginally ridiculed by many as a “meeting about meetings,” the Synod on Synodality never managed to demonstrate that it wasn’t.
Read MorePope Francis’ recent intervention in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has created a new and surprising dynamic.
Read MoreThe company we keep is an issue for pastors and political leaders alike.
Read MoreVíctor Manuel Fernández has been busy during his first year in office. But has he been effective?
Read MoreWhen the Boston cardinal speaks on the subject of sexual abuse in the Church, everyone should listen.
Read MoreThe archbishop has until Friday to formally respond in person or in writing.
Read MoreThe proposals from the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity feel quite distant from the actual reality of Christian unity today.
Read MoreThe American Eucharistic pilgrimages — replete with so many moving scenes in the first few weeks — are the most complete response to the Holy Father’s call.
Read MoreAny interview with Pope Francis must be interpreted carefully, as he prefers a looser and more informal style.
Read MoreThe latest controversy involving bishops the Holy Father has appointed in his native country may have permanently scuttled the chances of ever making a papal trip home.
Read MoreThe academies of 1994 were occasions for Catholics to be proud of genuine intellectual engagement in the service of the faith. Thirty years on it is time to go back to that original promise.
Read MoreThe new norms make no mention of Medjugorje, but it would be fair speculation to think that they were designed to make reaching a conclusion about Medjugorje easier.
Read MoreParish priests, after years of pointed criticisms from the Holy Father, will appreciate the kind words in his letter, but they might be less enthusiastic about his call to become ‘missionaries of synodality.’
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