The Tragedy and Scandal of Cardinal Law
by Philip LawlerThe death of Cardinal Bernard Law prompts us to ask an old question: Why do good people do bad things? Continue Reading »
The death of Cardinal Bernard Law prompts us to ask an old question: Why do good people do bad things? Continue Reading »
The field of psychology, which once taught us not to value character, is beginning to praise virtues as necessary for the good life. Continue Reading »
Betsy DeVos is reforming the process for handling campus rape accusations. The Dallas Charter—the guidelines for dealing with priestly sexual abuse—is in similar need of reform. Continue Reading »
In a world where too many bishops have failed us in ways too terrible to mention, George Pell has yet to do so. Continue Reading »
The sign outside the church lists a single Sunday Mass time. The bulletin provides details on the other sacraments, available by appointment only, more of a consignment than a convenience. The church is one of two in the parish, clustered together under a single administration, ostensibly for better . . . . Continue Reading »
When Spotlight, the critically acclaimed film about the Boston Globe’s investigation into clergy sexual abuse, won best picture at this year’s Oscars, producer Michael Sugar accepted the award with a message:This film gave a voice to survivors and this Oscar amplifies that voice which we hope . . . . Continue Reading »
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