Pope Francis Accepts Brooklyn Bishop DiMarzio’s Resignation, Names Columbus Bishop as Successor
In a brief video message to the diocese on Sept. 29, Bishop Brennan said: “If you will be patient with me, I promise to give you my all.”
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Andrew Cuomo Sacrificed His Catholic Faith for Political Power
COMMENTARY: He will not be greatly missed, but his significance should not be overlooked.
Andrew Cuomo Case Proves That #MeToo Is Not Enough
COMMENTARY: The only way to make the workplace, the movie studio, the sports arena and even the Church free from sexual misdeeds is to reject the toxic ideology of the sexual revolution once and for all.
Cardinal Marx Won’t Rule Out Offering Resignation for a 2nd Time
The cardinal, who was appointed archbishop in 2007 by Benedict XVI, said that he remains in shock over the depth of the abuse crisis.
What’s Behind a False Rumor About Pope Francis Resigning ‘In the Next Few Hours’?
The Pope is currently hospitalized after undergoing a surgery July 4 to remove part of his colon, fueling reports that health reasons could have prompted Francis to take this step.
Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of 75-Year-Old Auxiliary Bishop in Texas
The move comes a month after the pope appointed a new auxiliary bishop for the archdiocese that serves more than 1.7 million Catholics in 146 parishes across 10 counties in southeastern Texas.
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?
Pope Francis Declines Cardinal Marx’s Resignation
Noting Cardinal Marx’s reference to the crisis of the Church in Germany, Pope Francis said that “the whole Church is in crisis because of the abuse issue” and the only fruitful path is “to assume the crisis, personally and communally.”
Will Cardinal Marx’s Resignation Boost His Influence Beyond Germany?
ANALYSIS: If the resignation is accepted by Pope Francis, there is still much the German cardinal could do within the Vatican and the universal Church with the power he will still wield.
Cardinal Marx’s Resignation: An Act of Self-Preservation or Penance for the Sins of the Church in Germany?
COMMENTARY: Three precedents that might help explain the abrupt decision by the influential German cardinal to resign.
