Father Dolan cites the reasons for his concern over the future of the Catholic Church in America. He sees "Catholic" becoming a conditionally defined word rather than what it should mean: a life unconditionally lived. He believes misinformation on a number of current contentious issues coupled with apathetic responses to erroneous conclusions and scandalous behavior is at fault.
In this significantly revised edition of his previously published book, "We Are A House Divided," Father Dolan addresses all of these issues. He then offers some recommendations to strengthen the Church in these troubled times. He hastens to remind us it is our religion that defines us not a political party, nor the State, nor our personal status whether it is high or low. It is our religion which must permeate every aspect of our lives whether at work, or at play, while resting or voting. It is only then that we can fulfill Jesus' directive to change the world. (Mt. 28: 19)