The theology of Cardinal McElroy's synodal essay

A controversial essay by Cardinal Robert McElroy didn't arise in a vacuum. The theological context sheds light on the cardinal's view.

An essay by Cardinal Robert McElroy last week in America magazine kicked up more than a little ecclesial dust, with critics saying the cardinal presents a vision for the Church that involves a radical theological revision to long-standing notions of moral theology, eucharistic discipline and the sacrament of orders.

But the essay didn’t arise in a vacuum…