The conceit that churches and charities could replace government neatly ignores a few facts about giving.

The U.S. government no longer serves as the world's negotiator in chief.

Women must be welcomed into every service and leadership role in the church.

A polarized, politicized Congress has been fiddling while America burns.

It is past time to welcome Palestine into the community of nations.

It is time for the church to make the canonization process far more accessible and far less expensive.