Why the US Bishops' "Convocation" Mattered

Despite the expense and lofty rhetoric of the July 1-4 "Convocation of Catholic Leaders" sponsored by the U.S. bishops in Orlando, it's hard right now to assess its long-term impact. However, right away, it provided a less political image of Catholicism, ratified the bishops' commitment to Pope Francis, and delivered a positive experience of the Church to almost 3,500 people.