Catholic bishops have not yet reckoned with their COVID-era blunders

The COVID-19 pandemic, which swept across the globe beginning in 2020, has entered history not only as a public health crisis but as a moral and spiritual test.

For the Holy Roman Catholic Church, this was a moment to witness to faith, courage, and sacramental charity. Instead, in many places, it became a moment of uncompromising retreat. The bishops of the world, with few exceptions, capitulated to secular authority and closed the doors of the Holy Mother Church – denying the faithful access to the sacraments precisely when they needed them most. ---More...

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