Theologians hopeful for Pope Francis' name, outlook
Theologians from around the world talk to NCR about their hopes for Pope Francis' pontificate.
Theology
Arising issues for the theologian in chief
Whoever is chosen as the new bishop of Rome will become the global theologian in chief. Here are three trends he might have to tackle.
Woodstock Theological Center to close in June
The decision to close the center was part of "an ongoing strategic reflection" by three East Coast Jesuit provinces that will merge into one in the next few years.
Benedict's resignation shifts focus from pope's personality to pope's office
Catholics used to identifying the pope by individual traits may need to accept the idea of the pope as an office holder.
Weinandy's tenure seen as significant shift from his predecessor's
Some might commend Capuchin Fr. Thomas Weinandy for nearly a decade of holding firm -- keeping the wider U.S. church aligned closely with a strict interpretation of Catholic teachings.
Others might him tell him not to let the door hit him on the way out.
No matter what they think, very few are talking on the record.
One of Weinandy's predecessors at the Secretariat for Doctrine said he would not comment on his successor's work, even asking that his name not be used. Another did not return several phone calls.
Outgoing doctrinal committee head talks investigating theologians, love of teaching
Q and A: Capuchin Fr. Thomas Weinandy, head of the Secretariat for Doctrine, said while his job description requires his successor be a priest, a layperson could do just as well.
Why not women priests? The papal theologian explains
"We are not free to invent the priesthood according to our own customs, according to our own expectations," says Fr. Wojciech Giertych.
Putting the church's shifts in spheres of authority in historical perspective
The role and function of the magisterium continue to be a source of controversy in many corners of the Catholic church today.
US bishops to replace staffer behind theological investigations
The head of the bishops' office tasked with upholding church teaching will leave his post at the bishops' Secretariat of Doctrine.
Merton's letters a call for white atonement
Essay: Thomas Merton's prophetic and contemplative stance against white racism has yet to be understood, much less practiced.
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In This Issue
June 7-20, 2013
- Pope spotlights social teaching with blunt calls for ethical economy
- We face clear moral choices in priorities of our federal budget
- Mother Tekla: the most powerful woman in Rome
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