The Strikingly Christian Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
COMMENTARY: Incorporating noteworthy contributions from Catholics, the Church of England provided a model to all Christians for how funerals ought to be conducted.
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Queen Elizabeth II Lived an Exemplary Life of Faithful Service
COMMENTARY: In an age in which Christian promise-keeping went into steep decline, the Queen’s life was marked by two great promises, magnificently kept.
Publicly Proclaimed Papal Holiness
COMMENTARY: The beatification of Pope John Paul I invites a few considerations on papal causes for beatification and canonization.
Vatican Scrambles to Shore Up Ukrainian Diplomacy
COMMENTARY: Ukraine last month received what it has been demanding for months — an unequivocal condemnation of Russia for its aggressive war by the Holy See.
Indian Cardinal’s Elevation Reflects Portuguese Goa’s Contribution to the Catholic Faith
COMMENTARY: With the creation of Cardinal Filipe Neri António Sebastião do Rosário Ferrão, there will be five Indian cardinal electors, a sign of the rising importance of the Church in India.
The Many ‘Sins and Crimes’ of Archbishop Rembert Weakland
Known as America’s most liberal bishop, he did enormous damage to the Church he served as abbot primate of the worldwide Benedictine order and subsequently as archbishop of Milwaukee.
Ortega’s Intense Persecution of the Church Calls Into Question the Vatican’s ‘Gallagher Protocol’
COMMENTARY: This diplomatic policy means that Catholics under persecution by repressive regimes such as Nicaragua, China and Venezuela should not expect rhetorical support from the Vatican.
August Anticipation: What to Expect at the Cardinals’ Consistory
COMMENTARY: A comprehensive analysis of the three consistories taking place this weekend and some key moments to watch.
Remembering Cardinal Jozef Tomko, Courageous Witness of the Persecuted Church
Slovakian shepherd, who died at 98, lived his vocation in exile in the Eternal City.
How a Carmelite Philosopher and Journalist Became Catholic Martyrs 80 Years Ago: The Witness of Sts. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross and Titus Brandsma
COMMENTARY: The lessons of August 1942 are complex.
