In the case of Edgardo Mortara, a number of central theological questions come into play.
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How Cardinal Law’s death could retraumatize survivors
For those who were sexually abused by priests, the news of Cardinal Bernard Law’s death evoked an avalanche of emotions.
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U.S. bishops ask Trump to reconsider GOP tax plan as it heads to White House
“We ask that [the president] take into account the full consequences of its provisions and work with Congress to remedy them before signing a tax bill into law.”
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Father James Martin: Tracing the causes of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church
Buried beneath the shock and anger is a searing question: How could this happen?
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It’s not about celibacy: Blaming the wrong thing for sexual abuse in the church
Blaming celibacy is an enormous simplification that leaves out many important causes.
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Steve Bannon: St. Ignatius helped me get sober
In response to a query from America, Steve Bannon said, “The daily examen has become a tool for me to lead a better, more fulfilled life.”
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A Historic Departure: Reflections on Benedict XVI’s surprise decision to resign
On Feb. 11, 2013, Pope Benedict XVI announced a decision that will have far-reaching implications for the modern church.
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The challenges and gifts of the homosexual priest
Facing the challenges and accepting the gifts offered by homosexual priests in the Catholic Church