In the Pews

Readers defend the sisters

If U.S. women religious need voices in their defense, U.S. Catholic readers are happy to testify. Not only do they sing the praises of sisters who have taught...

Non-parishable goods

The value of a faith community can’t be crunched on a balance sheet. Thirteen in Miami, 52 in Cleveland, 33 in Albany, New York. No, these aren’t...

Collection racket

The arresting frequency of parish embezzlement If the pastor had not stepped down, the embezzlement might have continued indefinitely. But when Father Brian...