Because the sex scandals of the Church are overwhelmingly homosexual, the Church can no longer risk ordaining men with gay inclinations in the hopes that those inclinations turn out to be transitory. Continue Reading »
Focusing on sacrilege is important because it helps us remember that we are dealing with something holy: the holiness of the priesthood, of the episcopacy, and of the Church. Continue Reading »
The current culture of the American episcopacy makes even good men incapable of rooting out the corruption in their midst. Continue Reading »
For a lay-led investigation to be successful, it must get full buy-in and continual cooperation from the bishops. Continue Reading »
Young Catholics speak with one voice about Archbishop McCarrick’s predatory career and the need for a cleansing fire. Continue Reading »
The idea of intrinsic evil may look harsh and punitive. But to those struggling to stay afloat, it can be a lifeline. Continue Reading »
I write to explain why I and my family will no longer be contributing to diocesan appeals for financial assistance. Continue Reading »
For all the time of his ill conduct, Theodore McCarrick has been a priest of Jesus Christ. Continue Reading »
As the McCarrick story unraveled, three young laypeople advanced along the path to sainthood. Continue Reading »
What did the American bishops know, and when did they know it? Continue Reading »
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