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The priesthood has proven resilient throughout history and is in no danger of disappearance, but does face enormous challenges. The rites, rituals, symbolism, and the role of the priest have undergone profound changes. The priesthood has been rocked with scandals that have weakened the bond between priests and bishops and has undermined the prestige of priesthood. Rev. Bleichner outlines ways for the priest to cope with this new situation.

The modern world portrays Jesus in many ways for many reasons. Some are well-intentioned but misguided, others are aberrations, still others have some but not all the essential keys. In order to see and understand the real Jesus and what the Gospels say about him, we have to see him in his...

Jesus has never been more popular. Some love him, applauding him as a good teacher, a political revolutionary, or a prophetic voice speaking out against the rich and powerful. Others find him bigoted, old-fashioned, and narrow minded, even as they are forced to admit that his words and teachings...