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This Insights eNewsletter was sent to subscribers on February 7, 2025.

eNewsletter Subject: Rethinking parish life

David G. Bonagura, Jr. made his debut writing for Catholic Culture this week. In The Conundrum of Parish Involvement, he argues that when it comes to getting the laity more involved in parish life, the focus should shift from “ministries” to social activities (some of which certainly will include a spiritual component).

Phil Lawler asks: Should Biden be excommunicated for joining the Masons? (And regardless of whether Biden technically falls under the censure for “joining” the group, what are the wider implications of the Church’s law against joining organizations whose principles are “irreconcilable with the doctrine of the Church”?)

And continuing our commentary on the Church’s relation to immigration policy, Phil asks, WHO should pay to help migrants?

Jeff Mirus praises creative new initiatives in Catholic education: A remarkable resurgence of Catholic education and formation.

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