A chara, – Further to Desmond Fisher's informative and interesting account ("First real test of Pope Francis to begin", Rite & Reason, September 30th) of the new advisory council of cardinals set up by Pope Francis, I hope that the laity, in terms of their local and subsidiary role in the church, will also have a structured opportunity to provide their views and advice on contemporary ethical, moral and administrative issues and challenges. – Is mise,
SEÁN O’CUINN,
An Charaig Dhubh,
Co Átha Cliath.