Being Transparent about Transparency
The abbey where I live faces east, like many older churches. In the winter this detail goes unnoticed but, as spring comes and the sun
The abbey where I live faces east, like many older churches. In the winter this detail goes unnoticed but, as spring comes and the sun
Disclaimer: At Catholic Stand, seek to further the spirit of charitable discussion. In matters of Church teaching, we tolerate no dissent; but in matters which
Many people these days seem no longer surprised to hear of reports or news about abuse of men, women and children by members of the
During my first and only pregnancy, I was frequently asked about my plans for baby number two. I was a bit older as a first-time
I have read and heard both optimistic and pessimistic predictions about the Church’s future. Some are confident that this will be a time of purification
I am no victim I live with a vision I’m covered by the force of love Covered in my Savior’s Blood I am no
Whether Pope Francis is guilty or innocent of a coverup on behalf of a criminal clergy, it is a grave injustice to the victims of those
Some Catholics are pretty worked up over the news about the recent change to paragraph 2267 (the death penalty) in the Catechism. But many more are
Catholics who disagree with some Catholic Doctrine or Doctrines may not be formal heretics. They may only be material heretics. Or they may just be
It’s no secret that the Church is comprised of sinners. However, when we become discouraged in the Church, and are perhaps at risk of losing