The Diocese of Columbus said last week it would release a list in the next few months that will include the names of clergy who have been credibly accused of abuse, whether they are living or dead.

Calling itself Better Church Governance, the group plans to enlist former F.B.I. agents to investigate cardinals on how they handled allegations of sexual abuse and whether they have remained faithful to their vows.

It was only a matter of time before lay people would take it upon themselves to investigate church scandals.

The pope stresses hope, dialogue and discernment in opening address to the synod on young adults.

What do we say to those whose marriages failed? Do we say that something went wrong in God’s great gift to you?