Walter Robinson teaches journalism at Northeastern University. Before that, he led The Boston Globe’s investigative unit, which in 2002 and 2003 documented sexual abuse within
As journalists ask “what the did the future pope know and when did he know it?” the Archbishop of Westminster, Vincent Nichols, writes about his shame and anger about clergy who abused children sexually. It is no surprise that laity who have witnessed the cover-up in real time have different perspectives.
Sin is deliberately turning one’s back on what God has done for us in salvation history. It is not just a matter of pride and raising ourselves up too high, but it is also a matter of excess shame and hiding our true selves from others.
This weekend a number of people representing many groups, including churches and faith groups, will come to Washington to rally and lobby for immigration reform. Several stories talk about the issue from the religious perspective.
People are happier when they spend less time in small talk and more time in deep discussions such as the state of the world or the meaning life.
Jestina Mukoko, a Zimbabwe Anglican and human rights activist, has been presented with the 2010 International Women of Courage award by the U.S. Department of State.
The Rev. Irene Monroe writes in Bay Windows about the measures Jamaican gay and lesbian Christians must take to be sure that they can worship in safety.
At their delayed convention later this month, the Diocese of South Carolina will vote on resolutions designed to further distance themselves from the rest of the Episcopal Church.
Tracts passed out in a local high school promote hatred and violence, says a Catholic priest. Tough beans, replies Baptist pastor.
Box Turtle Bulletin says that the US State Department will directed embassies to review anti-gay laws and attitudes in their host countries.