Two CA Bishops Personify Catholic Divide Over Politics of Abortion

U.S. Catholic bishops meeting in San Diego for a weeklong spiritual retreat starting Monday will try to rebuild unity after a polarizing debate over whether to deny Communion to politicians who support abortion rights. Among the proposed retreat topics, according to a memo sent to bishops, are "community and fraternity among the bishops," "unity and mutual support among bishops," polarization in the country and the church, and unity with Pope Francis.