“How Dare You Harm the Little Ones”: Bishop Strickland’s Prophetic Rebuke to the Church

A searing morning message from Bishop Joseph Strickland following his USCCB intervention — a call to repentance, courage and fidelity for all who claim the name of Christ.

Following yesterday’s post on Bishop Strickland and his intervention at the USCCB meeting, this morning brought an extraordinary development. Bishop Strickland published a blistering and deeply prophetic message that reads less like commentary and more like the voice of a man compelled by conscience to speak. Whatever one thinks of him, these are not the words of someone seeking approval or position. They are the words of a shepherd who believes the flock is being scattered while those charged with guarding it remain silent. Given the significance of what he has said, I want to present his message in full and reflect on its implications for the Church today.