I’m a practicing Catholic and movie lover who has seen “Conclave” twice (in packed theaters) since it came out. The critical review of the movie in the Nov. 1 issue was hard to read and even more difficult to relate to, suggesting everything Catholic is good and all criticism is bad.

My opinion was different: I don’t worship the Church, I worship God, and I don’t see the clergy as infallible. I believe God is big enough to forgive the worst sinner, accept the fallibility of our priests (including cardinals), and loves each of us fearlessly. I found “Conclave” to be an inspiring movie that didn’t deserve the critique it received.

— Julie Schap, Memphis, TN