Carmel Pilcher

  • Form or fail: Church must invest in lay leaders

    Too often, parish liturgies are shaped by individual tastes rather than theological depth. With fewer trained ministers and fewer diocesan educators, the richness of sacramental life is being diluted, leaving communities without strong liturgical leadership.

    Form or fail: Church must invest in lay leaders

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