Distinctly Catholic

Michael Sean Winters analyzes the worlds of religion and politics and the always fascinating estuary where the two collide.

As we honor veterans, may we find better ways to resolve conflict

by Michael Sean Winters

May 24, 2019

Distinctly Catholic: It is a fitting tribute to pray for an end to war, to begin using our political power to disassemble the military-industrial complex, to work on peace-building initiatives in our communities and in our country, to support diplomatic efforts around the globe to end strife by peaceful means.

Links for 5/23/19

by Michael Sean Winters

May 23, 2019

Michael Sean Winters rounds up political news and commentary: A look at Leonard Leo of the Federalist Society, resetting the way we frame and discuss the abortion issue, how to conceptualize economic policy, and the upcoming European elections.

James Carroll's call to 'Abolish the Priesthood' is misguided and tiresome

by Michael Sean Winters

May 22, 2019

Distinctly Catholic: James Carroll's view of the priesthood is self-referential and outdated. He seems not to understand how doctrine develops, nor how it relates to history. He further fails to grasp that for the Catholic Church, while it must be historically conscious, the relevant history is also and always salvation history.

Brazilian Cardinal Claudio Hummes, relator general for the upcoming Synod of Bishops on the Amazon, listens to a presentation in French during the Integral Ecology summit at Georgetown University in Washington March 19. (CNS/Tyler Orsburn)

Links for 5/21/19

by Michael Sean Winters

May 21, 2019

Michael Sean Winters rounds up political news and commentary: Smart and not-so-smart takes on abortion; Catholics and labor leaders in Las Vegas; "Don't forget the poor" in the Amazon.

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As we honor veterans, may we find better ways to resolve conflict

Links for 5/23/19

James Carroll's call to 'Abolish the Priesthood' is misguided and tiresome

Links for 5/21/19

New Trump administration policy is eugenics for immigrants

Cathedral's rebuilding must be an act of both worship and art

Links for 5/16/19

Pence's address was everything that's wrong with evangelicalism today

Links for 5/14/19

The issue of truth looms large in American politics

The suffering of Puerto Rican people continues to mount

New rules on abuse mark a major step forward

Links for 5/9/19

Attorney General Barr deserves impeachment

Links for 5/7/19

When health care rules are updated, both sides just start attacking

Heresy accusation letter, deconstructed

Links for 5/2/19

Today's feast is a moment to reflect on the dignity of workers

Links for 4/30/19

'The Election of Pope Francis' is a day-by-day, ballot-by-ballot tale

'Hesburgh' documentary portrays a giant in US church and culture

Links for 4/25/19

Trump deserves impeachment, but failure would harm Constitution

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