Preserving apostolic tradition: Newman on women in holy orders

When we apply Newman’s principles to the proposal of admitting women to the diaconate, a clear picture emerges. Far from being a natural and organic development, this proposal reveals itself to be a rupture with apostolic tradition and the church’s theological coherence. Let us explore why this is the case.

St. John Henry Newman: Newly canonized saint

John Henry Newman, one of the leading Roman Catholic and Anglican theologians of the 19th century, was canonized Oct. 13. His search for truth and writings on his beliefs were instrumental in changing the definition of religion in his time and beyond.