This is just so painful. The Church in the US has made so many strides on this issue. These recent developments are an object lesson in snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. Rebecca Hamilton offers a terrific response…
I support the bishops.
How many times, over how many issues, have I said that?
I support them whenever and however they teach and preach the Gospel of Christ. I support them in their battles against secularism and the social dissolution around us. I support them in their efforts to evangelize this great Church and inspire the people of God to stand up and speak out for Jesus.
I support the bishops.