Too often during the pandemic, the Church encouraged us to resent the inconveniences of social distancing instead of supporting us in bearing this cross together.
The challenges of Eucharistic coherence and abortion require distinct responses from American bishops. Trying to address them together will only harm them both.
There is no way to loose the “Gordian knot” of abortion politics all at once. It will require patience, careful distinctions, and a willingness to engage with the unpersuaded.