Welcome The message of Christ, in its most radical form, has to include, not exclude. It’s what Saint Paul meant when he described the Body of Christ as “neither Jew or Greek, slave or free, woman or man.” This radical description to shake those who would exclude people, or impose impossible restrictions on those who sought to belong to the Church of his day. We wrestle with new forms of exclusion today—as well as some of the old! Welcome to OnceCatholic.org. We want to know who you are and how and why you’ve felt excluded from the Church. Your needs are particular, unique to you and the hurt you may have suffered is personal. This is a place to tell your story. Meet our online companions and join a moderated online discussion. Search among our resources for materials that clarify Gospel issues in contemporary terms. Seek out caring communities and programs that offer inclusion and welcome. We’re not going to change the whole Church in a day, but we may be able to help you find a welcoming place to encounter Christ. Conversation Corner