Catholic Church

Dismissing Karadima from the clerical state will do little to help the crisis

The Pope also possesses the power to depose bishops, something he's been reluctant to do so far

Christopher R. Altieri

The long read: Patrick Leigh Fermor and the monks of the west

The author could never shake off the allure of religion

The revival of Ember Days

There's a renewed interest in the days of fasting in response to the abuse crisis

Michael Warren Davis

What did Benedict XVI’s leaked letters tell us?

The Pope Emeritus acknowledged publicly for the first time that his resignation dismayed his friends

Fr Raymond de Souza

Pope Francis dismisses abuser priest Karadima from clerical state

The notorious Chilean priest was sentenced by the Vatican to life a prayer and penance in 2011

Junno Arocho Esteves

Francis calls for 'permanent catechumenate' for married couples

It is essential for couples to receive ongoing formation both before and after their wedding, the Pope said

Vatican diplomacy has failed in Syria

The Vatican clearly has no leverage with Bashar al Assad, despite years of tolerating him

Fr Alexander Lucie-Smith

Police dropped abuse investigation of cardinal

Kent Police decided the claim against the late Cardinal Murphy-O’Connor could not be substantiated

Governors’ elections pose moral dilemma for Catholic voters

A theologian offers advice for Catholic voters faced with a difficult choice

Christine Rousselle/CNA

Morning Catholic must-reads: 28/09/18

A daily guide to what's happening in the Catholic Church