At all levels, much of the church has proven deficient in its ability to listen and interact with adult believers.

Even in high places we Catholics are in the company of sinners as well as saints.

The eclipse of religious wisdom has left many young people without the resources to resist suicide.

The sisters' stand on health care illustrates how huge a gap would be left were their numbers not replenished.

The church needs to respond to the burgeoning sexual abuse crisis with the urgency it demands.

Despite our best efforts as believers, it is often hard to see the glory for the gloom.