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What Exactly Is Clericalism?

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“Clericalism” is bandied about a lot, from papal speeches to the blogosphere and Catholic media. It means a range of things to different people, fairly or unfairly, and is perhaps too frequently associated with liturgical taste, whether the vestments be lace or burlap. But it would be foolish to reduce it to liturgical vesture. But Read More
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The Need for Leadership and Management Training

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Seminary curriculum focuses on philosophy, theology, Scripture, counseling, etc. While fundamental for ministry, few courses exist that address topics necessary for effective leadership, administration and management — for example, conflict management, human resources, budgeting/financial planning, etc. Yet, Catholic priests often need leadership education, especially administrative and management skills. This would benefit them in becoming more Read More
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Some Thoughts on Clericalism

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Not infrequently, Pope Francis has challenged us to avoid clericalism. The recent Vatican report about Theodore McCarrick raised clericalism as a concern for the Church, not just the behavior of one person. But what is clericalism? “Clericalism arises from an elitist and exclusivist vision of vocation, that interprets the ministry received as a power to Read More
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Father Knows Best?

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On Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, Pope Francis issued a surprise letter to his “brother priests” around the world. The occasion was ostensibly the 160th anniversary of the death of St. Jean-Marie Vianney, the famed Curé of Ars, patron saint of parish priests. Perhaps more telling, the letter was also the pope’s attempt to assuage the Read More