The opening of the synod on synodality, and Pope Francis’ appointments and removals bishops and church officials involved in the culture wars were among topics that NCR’s opinion writers took on in 2023.
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NCR’s top 10 news stories for 2022 highlight calls for change in the Catholic Church. Amid the hope that Pope Francis’ synod on synodality will lead to transformation, though, opposition to Francis’ efforts continue.
“It is my turn. My turn to use the greatest example my mother ever gave, to teach my children to be people of faith,” writes Stephanie Yeagle, NCR managing editor.
Saints: An annual pilgrimage takes visitors to historical sites connected with the life of Fr. Augustus Tolton, the first African-American diocesan priest.