It's been about ten years, hasn't it.
I haven't noticed many changes for the better.
Although the Bishop of Colorado Springs has just made a statement that Catholics who VOTE FOR politicians that support abortion may not receive Communion.
There are changes for the better. They don't always make headlines. When Rigali was here, all Tabernacles were moved to plain sight in the church. Specifically, to the foot of the Crucifix, and yes every church had to have one. It was a start.
And yes, Mike Sheridan made waves with that letter. He always was a stickler for the rules. The first Easter he was pastor at my parish he told the choir director we MUST sing "Ye Sons and Daughters." We never had a pastor demand specific music before, but he was paying the bills, so, we did it. Sheridan is very specific and demanding, but very much a man of God. And in his letter, he is absolutely correct.