Confession is a different sacrament with its own distinct focus, and it would seem to be pastoral common sense that those seeking specifically the forgiveness of any kind of sin would most fruitfully do so in the sacrament that was "custom built" for that purpose.| Catholic Review
In a momentous decision that has far-reaching implications for the future of public education and religious liberty in the United States, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Mahmoud v. Taylor that parents, not the state, hold the primary right to direct the upbringing and education of their children.| Catholic Review
Hearing that Ignatius' rooms were full of laughter is a good reminder at a time when so many Americans are feeling anxious. We are, after all, in a Jubilee year of hope. We are Pilgrims of Hope. But I, like many, struggle with hope.| Catholic Review
Pope Leo stressed the importance of integrity, authenticity and transparency in the life of priests -- antidotes to the double life that some priests have lived.| Catholic Review
The bishops of the United States have long been advocates of reforms to our broken immigration system.| catholicreview.org
I will never forget the day I arrived early at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen for the confirmation of my dear friend’s only son, David, in May of 2018. I had been thrown for a loop when his mother, with the full support of his father, honored me by inviting me to stand with him as his sponsor. | catholicreview.org
