The Archdiocese of Quebec announced its intention to reorganize its parishes to focus on local missionary activities. At least 75% of the parishes will be affected by this change.
As we give thanks for John Courtney Murray, S.J., we should probably temper our gratitude and be mindful that “the Murray project,” as it is sometimes called, brings with it some caveats.
“We are a community; everyone here is important,” said St. Brigid’s pastor, Josephite Father Kenneth Keke. “Whatever belongs to the parish belongs to everyone; in our parish, the success of anyone is the success of all.”
A group of U.S. Catholic bishops, including a cardinal and an archbishop, have signed a statement of support for L.G.B.T. youth, telling them, “God created you, God loves you and God is on your side.”
Two sisters reflected for America on the experiences of faith and grace they have found in the midst of a profoundly challenging time for their community.