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Why the Popes Failed to Act

THE NEW SAINTS & THE LEGION OF CHRIST

Jay Dunlap

The "Super Catholic" Syndrome

Catholic apostolates and institutions must practice transparency and overcome the pitfalls of secrecy and elitism in order to avoid cultishness or a polarized, us-vs.-them mentality.

The Legion of Christ: Operation Rescue

According to Fr. Richard Gill, "It is no exaggeration to say that Marcial Maciel was by far the most despicable character in the twentieth century Catholic Church."

Power, Money & Mind Control

As time goes on, it's becoming clearer that these three concepts best describe the modus operandi — and the goals — of the Legion of Christ.

The Double Life of Marcial Maciel

Since his death it has been discovered that the Legion of Christ founder lived under an assumed name with at least one woman -- for decades.

Can the Pope Save the Legion of Christ?

The Legion has long been accused of obfuscating the truth about its methods and finances, and the life of its late leader.

The Self-Destruction of a Cult of Personality

What happens to a religious order based on the charism of its founder when that founder is discovered to have led a life of sexual abuse?

The Legion of Christ & the Cult of Personality

GUEST COLUMN

Renee Lockwood

"The Legionaries Aren't Rich"

With a $650 million yearly budget and a founder known for his opulent lifestyle, why are Legion seminarians begging for hotdog buns?

A Machiavellian Misfire?

The Legion of Christ claims the Vatican has dropped its investigation of its founder - but is it true?

Why Orthodox Catholics Are Angry With the Legion of Christ

Michael S. Rose

Review of Vows of Silence by Jason Berry and Gerald Renner

The Legion of Christ

HOPE FOR THE CHURCH?

Cecilia H. Martin

It Pays to Be Friends With the Legionaries of Christ & Commonweal

What do Archbishop Rembert G. Weakland and Fr. Marcial Maciel have in common?

Multiple-Choice Question

Is Fr. Maciel thoughtlessly pandering to the Zeitgeist?