The theme of division in the church and in society has been frequently invoked during the bishops’ deliberations this week.

The attack may have been carried out with the knowledge of two army commanders, a justice official said.

Cardinal Parolin’s visit comes at a time when internal divisions among U.S. Catholics have become public.

Pope Francis said that priests must inform Catholic consciences “but not replace them.”

Much of the business appears to be routine, though the bishops as a body have been vocal in recent months about a range of political and social issues, as well as internal church politics, that are sure to come up during the meeting.

This week, your faithful hosts are in the hot seat.