For some readers, their parish involvement changed because they wanted the best for their children.

“Tax credits for middle- and low-income parents who choose private schools are fine. But taking away resources from the already sinfully underfunded public school to benefit private schools is wrong on every level.”

“My faith in Jesus Christ is unchanged. I pray for the church and the bishops. I truly want there to be zero tolerance for abusers in the church and zero tolerance for those that enable and condone abusive behaviors.”

Irene Woodard of Camp Hill, Pa., described tithing as an expression of her faith.

This editorial is honest, fair and practical.

30 percent of respondents agreed that the legality of abortion should be determined by the Supreme Court, as it currently is.