Heidi Schlumpf

Scholars gathered at the sociology of religion meeting in Chicago still saw synodality as the most encouraging cause for hope in the American Church.

In 2024, Trump made gains among men of all ages, races, and most religious persuasions. But he also made significant inroads among some women—especially Catholic women.

A new group of Catholic "mom bloggers"—without the reactionary politics—are living their faith, feminism, and motherhood in bold ways.