Faith in Difficult Times | A Conversation with Dr. Janet E. Smith
Janet E. Smith
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4 March 2026
8 March 2026
In this conversation, Dr. Robert Moynihan speaks with Dr. Janet E. Smith, retired professor of moral theology, about the challenges facing the Catholic Church today.
Dr. Smith reflects on ambiguity in Church teaching, the lasting effects of the abuse crisis, and the importance of faithful formation in seminaries. She also shares her own journey in theology and nearly two decades of teaching moral theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary.
The discussion highlights the importance of the Mass, the renewal of liturgical reverence, and the role of the laity and faithful priests in strengthening the Church. Despite present difficulties, Dr. Smith expresses hope for the future and points to signs of spiritual vitality within the Church.
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