The Church in 'r/evolution' mode

Abstract

After the mini coup d'etat that partially led, definitely speeded-up, the retirement of now Archbishop Emeritus Pawlu Cremona, the local Church had to wait for five months of deliberation before getting its Archbishop. Now that all is in place, ingress sorted out, photo sessions done, ceremonies complete, the hard work kicks in. I predict it won't be a trouble-free episcopate for Scicluna considering the current state of affairs of the Church in Malta, which to put it placidly is a jumble. Even though he is of a strong character and enjoys a rigorous personality, it will not be straightforward for the cheery Archbishop Scicluna to assert himself. The Curia is outmoded and unwieldy and getting the heart of the Church operational is one gargantuan task. There is also an air of wary watchfulness from the citizens and faithful. [Excerpt]