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'A Sin Born of Arrogance'

The underlying scandal is the behavior and attitudes of bishops who believe they're accountable only to the pope and God.

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The Bishop Schism

One is rooted in hierarchy, in the virtue of tradition; the other believes in democracy, and the virtue of sharing power.

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John Paul II's Mixed Legacy

John Paul II was a brave, holy man. But his authoritarian style--especially on sexual doctrines--polarized the Church.

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St. Anthony Zaccaria (1502-1539)

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The Catholic Church Isn't a Democracy--But It Could Be

For the Church to return to its inherent democracy, a drastic reform of papal elections is necessary.

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Next Stop for America's Catholic Church

The scandal exposed how isolated bishops, priests, and laity are from each other. But it also points the way to positive change.

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Catholic Rituals: Bring Back the Beauty

So much of modern Catholicism is ugly. What can be done to introduce beauty into the sacraments--and the U.S. church?

Related Topics: Faiths, Catholic, Beauty, Sacrament, Young People, Joy, sacramental classes seeps, resisting heart, laity, presiding priest, Catholics, tenminute discussions

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Insider's Guide to the Catholic Bishops' Conference

Understanding the bishops' meeting and their new charter on sex abuse.

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St. Charles Borromeo (1538-1584)

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St. Callistus I (d. 223?)

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