Unpacking the Theater of Cardinal Marx’s Resignation
COMMENTARY: Pope Francis and the German cardinal clearly intended to communicate something of importance with their public exchange of letters. But what?
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Cardinal Marx’s Handling of Abuse Cases Under Scrutiny
A criminologist who was commissioned by the German bishops to investigate clergy abuse cases has alleged that the cardinal intervened to undermine his investigation.
Cardinal Marx Dissolves Embattled Catholic Community in Munich Archdiocese
Cardinal Marx expressed sympathy for former members of the community, which was founded in 1948 with the intention of being, in its own words, “a place for an enlightened and unabridged Christianity.”
‘Marxism’ Pervades Catholic Church in Germany
EDITORIAL: A primary reason for the synodal push is that, for decades, many Church leaders in Germany have been convinced that only novel and radical change can stave off the impending collapse of Christianity in their country.
Cardinal Marx Meets With Pope Francis and Cardinal Ouellet About German Synodal Plans
The Sept. 19 meetings followed a public exchange between the German hierarchy and the Vatican over the draft statutes for a ‘Synodal Assembly.’
Cardinal Marx Says German ‘Synod’ Will Proceed Despite Vatican Objections
The letter followed a week of coverage concerning plans by the German bishops.
Open Letter to Cardinal Marx Urges Changes to Church Teaching on Sexual Morality
Nine German Catholics, including two prominent Jesuits, demand a break with Catholic teaching.
Rejection of German Intercommunion Proposal Seen as Positive
Along with upholding Church unity and affirming Church teaching, the Vatican decision also will benefit ecumenical dialogue, Catholic leaders affirm.
Vatican Rejects German Bishops’ Intercommunion Proposal
Sources confirm that, with the Holy Father’s approval, the Vatican’s head of doctrine has thrown out the bishops’ proposal allowing Holy Communion for some Protestant spouses, but the Pope wishes the rejection letter to remain secret.
German Bishops Allow Holy Communion for Protestant Spouses in ‘Some Cases’
Cardinal Reinhard Marx says a new ‘guide’ allowing some Protestant spouses to receive Holy Communion under certain circumstances is a ‘positive step;’ some theologians have strongly warned against such a move.
