Money in Politics Re “America’s (Un)Civil War,” by Matt Malone, S.J. (Of Many Things, 11/26): Civility and compromise, perhaps, are joined at the hip. Politicians and candidates inclined to compromise could face election opponents backed by mega-money. Why would any politician or candidate intentionally incur the wrath of mega-money? Chuck Kotlarz Addressing Clericalism Re […]
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I see what the author speaks of and realize that they are all gifts God has placed in our lives to show God’s presence and grace.
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We must build our public square on civil dialogue
No single person can be trusted to wield power; therefore, power must be shared among many and policed by a legal system of checks and balances.
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“Am I interested and concerned about the widening sex abuse scandal? Heck yes. It deeply grieves me. But I trust God’s work within our church.”
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“I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: If anyone deserves to be a saint, it is Óscar Romero.”
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Let’s face reality…. Only people of means can choose Jesuit education.
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Hoping for Resolution Re “Why Stay?” by Matt Malone, S.J. (Of Many Things, 9/17): I was grateful to read Father Malone’s letter on the abuse crisis and its toll. For this Catholic, it is important to hear from spiritual leaders in the church that they understand and share the degree of anger and sadness the […]
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How has your faith changed since you became a parent?
For some readers, their parish involvement changed because they wanted the best for their children.
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“Until the power structure of the church changes, nothing else will. Let us see what they come up with at the November meeting.”
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“Catholic teachings would object to the dehumanization that comes from determining value by faceless market processes.”