Catholic Laity and Clergy for Renewal

The Catholic Laity and Clergy for Renewal supports the commitment of roman Catholic Clergy to living the teachings of the church and of holy scripture. The Renewal of fidelity to church teachings will enhance the church's credibility among members and non-members, thereby re-empowering the church to carry out its mission to proclaim and witness to the gospel.

The purpose of the Catholic Laity and Clergy for Renewal is work systematically with bishops, priests, religious and seminarians to (a) establish a network of support and ongoing formation for Clergy; (b) provide evidence-based resources to bishops that enable them to effectively judge and support quality formation practices; and (c) identify weaknesses in current formation practices and priestly life.