Thursday, February 19, 2015
Ecumenism That Matters
Dominican Friars: NPR: Piece By Piece, Monks Scramble To Preserve Iraq’s Christian History
Dietrich von Hildebrand on the Promulgation of the New Missal
The Remnant Scrapbook History ~ In The Beginning (via Pertinacious Papist)
In a letter dated April 27, 1970, von Hildebrand wrote a letter to Walter Matt’s brother, the new editor of The Wanderer, summing up, in effect, the meat of the matter that had separated the two Matt brothers. Von Hildebrand wrote:
Dear Mr. Alphonse Matt:
I thank you very much for your kind letter. But I believe that there is some misunderstanding. You assume that the new ordo missae and especially the rubrics constitute for me merely a personally painful change by replacing something very beautiful and perfect with something less beautiful and less perfect. But unfortunately it is my conviction that the new ordo missae is the greatest pastoral mistake and that its consequences for the Church may be disastrous.
I agree however completely with you that it is a grave problem, whether one should criticize it publicly or only intra muros. Concerning this problem every one must follow his conscience. But I frankly cannot understand that you do not only abstain from a public criticism of the new ordo missae but make the “Wanderer” an instrument for propagating and praising the new ordo. You even suggest in your letter, dear Mr. Matt, that I should join this propaganda. As you say that you agreed with my article in “Triumph” in which I stress that obedience to practical decisions of the Pope does not imply approval of them – it is difficult for me to understand why you expect me to utter a univocal approval of something which seems to be, from the purely religious point of view, a “suicidal” practical decision. I do not believe that a mere loyalty to the present Pope who does not act against those who destroy the Catholic faith daily more and more – like Kueng, Schillebecks, Padovano, Greeley and many others – and who does not use the means by which the Church survived through 2000 years: anathema and excommunication – can preserve Catholic faith untarnished.
Dear Mr. Matt, it is painful for me to disagree with you because of my sincere admiration for the “Wanderer” throughout the past years and our warm personal union in Christ. This disagreement, however should in no way affect our friendly relations.
Faithfully yours in Christ
Dietrich von Hildebrand
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
Magister Looks to Benedict XVI for Good Homiletics
Chiesa: Lenten Homilies. A Single-Author Anthology
Exercises in liturgical preaching for Ash Wednesday and for the five Sundays in preparation for Easter. From the archive of Benedict XVI. In obedience to Pope Francis
by Sandro Magister
"The homilies for Lent of cycle B do not represent the summit of the homiletics of Benedict XVI, which is instead found in those of the Christmas and Easter season"
Exercises in liturgical preaching for Ash Wednesday and for the five Sundays in preparation for Easter. From the archive of Benedict XVI. In obedience to Pope Francis
by Sandro Magister
"The homilies for Lent of cycle B do not represent the summit of the homiletics of Benedict XVI, which is instead found in those of the Christmas and Easter season"
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Monday, February 16, 2015
Sunday, February 15, 2015
If True, How Will It Be Spun?
Rorate Caeli: BREAKING: Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate Commissioner Volpi admits guilt of defamation and lies
Must pay 20,000 euros, make public apology
Will Pope Francis allow what's left of the FFI to survive?
Must pay 20,000 euros, make public apology
Will Pope Francis allow what's left of the FFI to survive?
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Saint Jean Daniélou?
My Homosexual Brother by Sandro Magister
As his spiritual diary reveals, Cardinal Jean Daniélou took upon himself the sins of his beloved brother Alain, so that his soul might be saved. The life lesson of one of the greatest theologians of the twentieth century
As his spiritual diary reveals, Cardinal Jean Daniélou took upon himself the sins of his beloved brother Alain, so that his soul might be saved. The life lesson of one of the greatest theologians of the twentieth century
Friday, February 13, 2015
One Lust Hurrah from Karl Keating?
Circling the New Geocentrists: An Interview with Karl Keating by Carl E. Olson
A new book by the founder of Catholic Answers addresses the scientific mistakes, theological errors, and conspiracy-minded promoters of geocentrism
He doesn't name Robert Sungenis in the interview; does he do so in the book? How about Wolfgang Smith? Does he even know who Wolfgang Smith is?
Galileo Was Wrong hasn't been updated for a while.
A new book by the founder of Catholic Answers addresses the scientific mistakes, theological errors, and conspiracy-minded promoters of geocentrism
He doesn't name Robert Sungenis in the interview; does he do so in the book? How about Wolfgang Smith? Does he even know who Wolfgang Smith is?
Galileo Was Wrong hasn't been updated for a while.
Thursday, February 12, 2015
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Byzanfest
Orthodox Arts Journal: Byzanfest, an Orthodox short-film festival.
The festival is on Youtube: Orthodox Filmmakers and Artists
The festival is on Youtube: Orthodox Filmmakers and Artists
An Orthodox Response to FSG
But it, like Catholic socon essays, is unaware of the psychological dynamic involved in sexual attraction and desire, and how feminism has distorted it.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Monday, February 09, 2015
Another Brave Latin Bishop in Kazakhstan
His Excellency Archbishop Jan Pawel Lenga,
Rorate Caeli: RORATE EXCLUSIVE: Open letter by Archbishop on the crisis in the Church
His brother bishop, Athanasius Schneider: Bishop Schneider to visit U.S., speak on liturgy
Related:
Five New Ideas On How To Select Bishops by Sandro Magister
They are proposed by an Australian theologian and economist, in an open letter to Pope Francis. A simple and concrete contribution to the reform of the curia that is in the works
Someone needs to argue for "decentralization"....
Curia reform: C9 holds meeting in view of the Consistory
Rorate Caeli: RORATE EXCLUSIVE: Open letter by Archbishop on the crisis in the Church
His brother bishop, Athanasius Schneider: Bishop Schneider to visit U.S., speak on liturgy
Related:
Five New Ideas On How To Select Bishops by Sandro Magister
They are proposed by an Australian theologian and economist, in an open letter to Pope Francis. A simple and concrete contribution to the reform of the curia that is in the works
Someone needs to argue for "decentralization"....
Curia reform: C9 holds meeting in view of the Consistory
Didn't We Know This Already?
Liberalism and its logical consequences...
Recognizing the "culture of rationalism" at work by Kevin C. Walsh
Recognizing the "culture of rationalism" at work by Kevin C. Walsh
Sunday, February 08, 2015
Saturday, February 07, 2015
Friday, February 06, 2015
Thursday, February 05, 2015
BTS Politickin'
Between One Synod and Another, the Battle Continues by Sandro Magister
The most active are the cardinals, the bishops, the theologians who want to innovate in Church doctrine and practice on marriage and homosexuality. But in the first round of elections for the next synod, the defenders of tradition are much more numerous
The most active are the cardinals, the bishops, the theologians who want to innovate in Church doctrine and practice on marriage and homosexuality. But in the first round of elections for the next synod, the defenders of tradition are much more numerous
Wednesday, February 04, 2015
Tuesday, February 03, 2015
An "Interest" Choice of Academics
Classical Theism Workshop Call for Papers
Confirmed Participants in the 2015 Workshop Include:
Richard Cross (University of Notre Dame)
William Hasker (Huntington College)
Eleonore Stump (Saint Louis University)
Sandra Visser (Valparaiso University)
Thomas Joseph White, OP (Dominican House of Studies)
Linda Zagzebski (Oklahoma University)
Confirmed Participants in the 2015 Workshop Include:
Richard Cross (University of Notre Dame)
William Hasker (Huntington College)
Eleonore Stump (Saint Louis University)
Sandra Visser (Valparaiso University)
Thomas Joseph White, OP (Dominican House of Studies)
Linda Zagzebski (Oklahoma University)
I'd Like to See the File
What was the OD scuttlebutt regarding the archbishop before his assassination? "Archbishop Oscar Romero is going to be a deeply beloved saint"
Robert Barron on Thomas Merton
The Hundredth Anniversary of Thomas Merton's Birth
No one is supporting his cause for canonization right?
Fr. Barron's apologetic:
No one is supporting his cause for canonization right?
Fr. Barron's apologetic:
They see this as an indication of a religious relativism or a vague syncretism. Nothing could be further from the truth. Merton was indeed fascinated by the Eastern religions and felt that Christians could benefit from a greater understanding of their theory and practice, but he never for a moment felt that all the religions were the same or that Christians should move to some space “beyond” Christianity.How would Christians benefit? Eastern Christian monks certainly do not think there is anything to be gained from studying Buddhism and the like.
Monday, February 02, 2015
Sunday, February 01, 2015
Saturday, January 31, 2015
Extraordinary Synod for the Chaldeans
Fragility and suffering in the Chaldean Church
An Extraordinary Synod is to be held to try to heal the rift between Patriarch Louis Raphael and Bishop Janno, caused by the question of “errant clerics” who emigrated to the US without permission. The Holy See has been implicated in the matter
Gianni Valente
An Extraordinary Synod is to be held to try to heal the rift between Patriarch Louis Raphael and Bishop Janno, caused by the question of “errant clerics” who emigrated to the US without permission. The Holy See has been implicated in the matter
Gianni Valente
Adam DeVille on the Changes in the Imposition of the Pallium
The CWR Blog: What a Pallium—and Why Should We Care? by Dr. Adam A. J. DeVille
It seems clear that Pope Francis' recent decision is one in a series designed to decrease focus on the Roman curia and bishop.
It seems clear that Pope Francis' recent decision is one in a series designed to decrease focus on the Roman curia and bishop.
Friday, January 30, 2015
Credible?
Lorenzo Cardinal Baldisseri
Rorate Caeli and Pertinacious Papist link to Lifesite News: Pope Francis approved family synod’s controversial mid-term report before publication: synod chief
Rorate Caeli and Pertinacious Papist link to Lifesite News: Pope Francis approved family synod’s controversial mid-term report before publication: synod chief
Thursday, January 29, 2015
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Orthodox Monasteries in the United States
Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States: Assembly Publishes New Report on Monastic Communities
(via Byz Tx)
(via Byz Tx)
Eric Jobe on Justification
These two pieces strongly resonated with what I've been thinking about justification this school year. Maybe someone has written something similar from a Latin viewpoint, but I have not come across it.
What Do Orthodox Christians Believe about Justification? A Response to Protestant Criticisms
Reconciling Paul and James: Thoughts about Justification
What Do Orthodox Christians Believe about Justification? A Response to Protestant Criticisms
Reconciling Paul and James: Thoughts about Justification
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
This Can Be Rightly Understood
As referring to expressions of theological opinion that are specific to a ecclesial tradition. But he is liable to be misunderstood. And certainly, the Filique, having been clarified once, may need to be clarified again.
Post by News.va English.
Monday, January 26, 2015
Sunday, January 25, 2015
A Scandal to the Orthodox
Byzantine, Texas has a video of the giving of Holy Communion at a recent Papal Mass in the Philippines. The bishop of Rome needs to get his house in order, with respect to the "little things" which actually do matter.
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