Tags: benedict
Paul and the Pope
The Vatican is focusing a lot recently on Paul's teaching on celibacy. But there are other ways of interpreting Paul, and not all of them are sex-negative.
The Incredible Shrinking Catholic Church
Benedict’s ecclesial acceptance of someone most thoughtful people wouldn't invite to a cocktail party showed a disregard of the sensibilities of his own flock.
Suspicion of the Modern Age: The Pope Regresses
Called to the carpet for the decision to reinstall controversial bishops, the Vatican has taken to doing what it does best: issuing public statements, coupled with obfuscation and outright denial.