‘Priestly Formation at the Heart of Evangelization,’ Pope Francis Tells Seminary Rectors
The Pope was speaking to rectors and formators from Latin America currently in Rome.
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Catholic Priests Survey Finds Lower Morale, ‘Conservative Shift’ Among U.S. Clergy
“After the permissive cohorts, there is a steady move toward more conservative views with each successive cohort. Catholic priests ordained since the year 2000 tend to be the most conservative,” Vermurlen wrote.
St. John of Avila’s Inspiring Contribution to Priestly Holiness
REGISTER BOOK PICK: Father Gustavo Castillo’s book was inspired by Pope Benedict XVI’s declaration of St. John of Avila as a Doctor of the Church Oct. 7, 2012.
The Formation of a New Priest Who Abused Minors: How Did He Slip Past Seminary Screening Policies?
Robert McWilliams, who was ordained by the Diocese of Cleveland in 2017, was convicted in July of sex crimes he committed involving children, beginning in the year he was ordained.
Pope Francis to Priests: Weakness is a Chance for Encounter with God
Pope Francis encouraged the young priests to not be afraid to dream of a Church entirely at the service of its members and the world, stating that each of them has a contribution to make.
Extensive Reforms Already Underway at US Seminaries
While the McCarrick scandal indicates the need for further progress, many significant improvements to improve priestly formation have been instituted in recent years.
US Bishops’ Conference Plans Fall Assembly
Elections, faithful citizenship and priestly formation are on the agenda.
What Has Changed at Catholic Seminaries?
COMMENTARY: Many Catholics are unaware that the reform of seminaries began 30 years ago.
Bishop Olmsted Sees ‘Renewal’ in Priestly Formation, Despite Scandal
In a monthly series of columns, Bishop Olmsted has been considering various aspects of the Church scandal, as well as ways to move forward in purification.
Vatican Updates Seminary Guidelines, Notes ‘Spiritual and Pastoral Maturation’
Document on priestly formation discusses issues of clericalism, homosexuality and the protection of minors, among other things.
