The acquittal of Cardinal George Pell doesn’t bring an end to the ‘Pell matter,’ since his release means different things to different constituencies in the church.
Lies and deception have compromised the integrity of the mission of L’Arche. But it has also responded with humility and integrity, and begun the work of healing.
The Catholic Church in Canada has not escaped the abuse crisis. But Canadian activists and church leaders are moving toward transparency and increased awareness.
The whistle-blower in the McCarrick affair narrates the steps he took to report the former cardinal’s abusive behavior, but also the ways in which it was ignored
Amid the confusion created by the pandemic, one thing is clear: the 2020 election will be unlike any other. Here’s some of Commonweal’s best writing on the subject.
