The synthesis report from the first session of the synod on synodality calls for significant structural changes that could have profound implications for how governance and ministry function in the church. Christine Schenk offers an analysis.
Former Catholics are everywhere. This diaspora, in differing degrees detached from institutional Roman Catholicism, often takes shape in communities that still claim the name Catholic. Part 1 of a 5-part series.
The installation of the new bishop of Hexham and Newcastle in the northeast of England featured the testimony of an abuse victim, who said people are "exasperated" with the failures of Catholic leaders.
Like millions of other Catholic pilgrims do every year, Pope Francis will make a stop at Fátima during his trip to Portugal this week. But don't expect him to mention any conspiracy theories or controversial prophecies.
Focolare, one of the largest lay organizations in the Catholic Church, published its first report on cases of sexual abuse within its ranks in March. One abuse victim told NCR the report was "a smoke and mirrors operation."
Tracy Kidder's latest book is an investigation of homelessness titled Rough Sleepers. A strength of the book is the time the author invested in getting to know people whose daily lives on the streets are almost unimaginable.
For all his efforts to control or suppress theological inquiry, Pope Benedict's success remains questionable. During his 24 years as head of the CDF and his eight years as pope, theology actually thrived.
Analysis: Leonard Leo, the chief adviser to Donald Trump on Supreme Court nominations, has emerged in recent years as a major player at the Catholic University of America, the nation's only Vatican-chartered university.
