Tuesday, August 21, 2018
There's no Space in the Curriculum?
If Latins seminarians and graduate students aren't even going to learn Latin any more, they should at least learn Greek in its place.
Monday, August 20, 2018
The Absence of Leadership and Pastoring
It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a bureaucrat to enter into the kingdom of heaven.
First Among Equals? Or the Final Arbiter?
One more thing from Ed Peters's essay on the change in the CCC:
If infallibility seems to be logically required for the Pope to arbitrate two disputing claims regarding dogma (and even that may be more of a practical, linguistic preference rather than a question about the reality being signified), or for the pope with a council to teach definitively (if infallibility is necessarily guaranteed only with respect to the act of teaching, and not also with the act of reception by the Christian faithful), then does it entail that the pope is infallible when he speaks alone, even if he has supposedly "consulted" the bishops of the world? If the Pope has no divinely sanctioned role as a "universal" teacher, and his role with respect to the Church Universal is limited to his cooperative role with respect to other bishops, speaking collectively as a body, then how can it be claimed that his "extraordinary" acts as a "universal" teacher (even if "taught" by Vatican I) are infallible? Where is the justification in the historical exercise of the office of the bishop of Rome in the first millenium for this?
But that’s where confusion sets in: while popes can, in a singleextraordinary act, assert something with infallible certitude sufficient to bind the faithful in belief or morals (Canon 749 § 1), no pope can, by a single ordinary act, assert something with anything like the equivalent force for Christian consciences.
If infallibility seems to be logically required for the Pope to arbitrate two disputing claims regarding dogma (and even that may be more of a practical, linguistic preference rather than a question about the reality being signified), or for the pope with a council to teach definitively (if infallibility is necessarily guaranteed only with respect to the act of teaching, and not also with the act of reception by the Christian faithful), then does it entail that the pope is infallible when he speaks alone, even if he has supposedly "consulted" the bishops of the world? If the Pope has no divinely sanctioned role as a "universal" teacher, and his role with respect to the Church Universal is limited to his cooperative role with respect to other bishops, speaking collectively as a body, then how can it be claimed that his "extraordinary" acts as a "universal" teacher (even if "taught" by Vatican I) are infallible? Where is the justification in the historical exercise of the office of the bishop of Rome in the first millenium for this?
Sunday, August 19, 2018
What if?
Could the split of the Protestants have been prevented if the Latins had first reconciled with the Eastern Chalcedonian Christians ealier, and instead of elevating scholastic theological opinion as dogma at Trent, written the decrees differently?
Then we wouldn't have a problem about bishops endorsing practically unconditional intercommunion with Protestants.
The Intercommunion Proposal of the German Bishops is Unbiblical by Brian Kranick
Then we wouldn't have a problem about bishops endorsing practically unconditional intercommunion with Protestants.
The Intercommunion Proposal of the German Bishops is Unbiblical by Brian Kranick
Why Pope Paul VI Should Not Be Canonized
Paul VI on liturgical reform Editor
Pope Paul VI In view of the canonization of Pope Paul VI, the pope of liturgical reform, in October, Pray Tell is occasionally publishing some of his most significant statements on liturgical reform. This helps us understand the Church’s understanding of liturgy, and also reflect on how far we have to go in implementing the teaching more fully!
Pope Paul VI In view of the canonization of Pope Paul VI, the pope of liturgical reform, in October, Pray Tell is occasionally publishing some of his most significant statements on liturgical reform. This helps us understand the Church’s understanding of liturgy, and also reflect on how far we have to go in implementing the teaching more fully!
Saturday, August 18, 2018
Ed Peters on the Recent Change to the CCC
The death penalty debate and the Church’s magisterium by Edward N. Peters
I regard the liceity of the death penalty as having been established with infallible certitude by the Church’s ordinary magisterium.
This however applies to the theologoumena of the Latins as well.
I regard the liceity of the death penalty as having been established with infallible certitude by the Church’s ordinary magisterium.
The ordinary magisterium, one must see, takes a long, long time, to develop; it requires repetition and consistency over many generations, this, not simply on the part of popes but also by the bishops around the world, and even incorporates, to some extent, the lived acceptance of teachings by Catholic pastors, academics, and rank-and-file faithful through time.
This however applies to the theologoumena of the Latins as well.
"The Spirit of Vatican 2"
How not to design a church: Liturgical Music and Design: Jesuit Ministry in Slovenia by Bruce Morrill
Friday, August 17, 2018
Thursday, August 16, 2018
Ah, But What Sense of Sacrifice?
If the Chinese notion of "sacrifice" is not the same as that of the Israelites or the Apostles and Church Fathers, then maybe it is a good thing not to be associated so much with it, even though inculturation in other ways may be necessary. (Is the Chinese notion of "sacrifice" the same as that of other pagans, i.e. the offering of something to the Divine?)
You Could Guess from the Headline that Opus Dei Is Involved
Life of Spanish chemistry professor shows ‘holiness is in the ordinary’
Life of Spanish chemistry professor shows 'holiness is in the ordinary' #Spain https://t.co/tpdm82rjwC
— Catholic News Agency (@cnalive) August 15, 2018
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
More Reaction to the Zenit Article with Fr. Rosica
‘Francis Is A Dictator Pope — Thank God’ By ROD DREHER • August 14, 2018,
The Importance of the Septuagint
Russian Faith: Why Don't These Bibles Match? - Psalm 14 According to the Apostle Paul Some Bibles read differently. The KJV and NIV readings are shorter, while the OSB reading is considerably longer. But which reading is correct? Have the KJV and NIV removed words from this Psalm, or has the OSB added to it? Fr. Joseph Gleason
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Monday, August 13, 2018
CWR: Natural No Maas: The disintegration of the concept of all law in Luther by Timothy J. Gordon
Classical Protestantism is a voluntarist form of Christianity, such a radically different view of human and divine will that it must be differentiated from non-voluntarist Catholicism not only as a different sect, but as a fundamentally different worldview.
Classical Protestantism is a voluntarist form of Christianity, such a radically different view of human and divine will that it must be differentiated from non-voluntarist Catholicism not only as a different sect, but as a fundamentally different worldview.
Sunday, August 12, 2018
Saturday, August 11, 2018
Thursday, August 09, 2018
CWR Dispatch: Edith Stein’s wisdom for a new century by William Doino, Jr.
A new anthology offers many insights into Stein’s thinking on faith and mysticism, Church-state controversies, the role of women, relations between the sexes, racism, suffering, and other topics.
A new anthology offers many insights into Stein’s thinking on faith and mysticism, Church-state controversies, the role of women, relations between the sexes, racism, suffering, and other topics.
Wednesday, August 08, 2018
The Scharfenberger Proposal
CWR: The Current Crisis and the Order of the Laity by Dr. Adam A. J. DeVille
Bishop Scharfenberger’s call for “an independent commission led by well-respected, faithful lay leaders” is far superior to Cardinal Wuerl’s proposal and reflects a much better understanding of the laity and the nature of the Church.
Bishop Scharfenberger’s call for “an independent commission led by well-respected, faithful lay leaders” is far superior to Cardinal Wuerl’s proposal and reflects a much better understanding of the laity and the nature of the Church.
If the Patriarch of Rome has overstepped the limits of his authority regarding the Church Universal, is it appropriate to break communion with him? Is it sufficient to ignore his claims and commands if they are not legitimate? Or does there need to be a more severe censure in order to alert him of a problem?
Tuesday, August 07, 2018
Monday, August 06, 2018
Veritatis Splendor
CWR: Language, Truth, and Reality: Revisiting Veritatis Splendor on its 25th anniversary by Eduardo Echeverria
It is time to engage in a creative retrieval of this work so as to revitalize the present theological culture and life of the Church from its drift toward what is nothing other than a new modernism.
It is time to engage in a creative retrieval of this work so as to revitalize the present theological culture and life of the Church from its drift toward what is nothing other than a new modernism.
Sunday, August 05, 2018
Saturday, August 04, 2018
Friday, August 03, 2018
Sex, Sex, Sex
CWR: The theological roots of the present crisis by Fr. D. Vincent Twomey, SVD
An ambiguous attitude to “human sexuality” on the part of “mainstream” moral theology led in time to bishops effectively turning a blind eye to sinful behavior among clerics.
An ambiguous attitude to “human sexuality” on the part of “mainstream” moral theology led in time to bishops effectively turning a blind eye to sinful behavior among clerics.
Thursday, August 02, 2018
Pope Francis and Capital Punishment
CNA: Vatican Changes Catechism's Teaching on Death Penalty, Calls It Inadmissible
The word "inadmissible" is sure to generate discussion about why that particular word was used -- Bergoglio's sidestepping the question of whether he is contradicting previous Roman teaching on the liceity of capital punishment, and turning it into an absolute prudential judgment with which "reasonable" people should not disagree? Or is it really a synonym for intrinsically immoral?
What do the other apostolic churches teach about capital punishment?
The word "inadmissible" is sure to generate discussion about why that particular word was used -- Bergoglio's sidestepping the question of whether he is contradicting previous Roman teaching on the liceity of capital punishment, and turning it into an absolute prudential judgment with which "reasonable" people should not disagree? Or is it really a synonym for intrinsically immoral?
What do the other apostolic churches teach about capital punishment?
Wednesday, August 01, 2018
"Christ Our King and God"
How old is this expression in the Byzantine rite? Is there a danger of understanding the kingship of Christ, as used in the Byzantine tradition, by referring to the human analogate as primary, rather than the Divine analogate? (As there may be such a danger in the Roman rite, especially with the Feast of Christ the King? See the comments of Fr. Bouyer in Liturgical Piety.) The Word is to rule in our lives, by ordering our actions and infusing us with Divine Love -- and human kingship is to be in accord with this.
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Ordinary Jursidiction
Setting aside the question of Pope Honorius -- if we take the first millenium as the model of how the papacy should be exercised with respect to the Church Universal, is there any document or utterance about the office of the pope by a pope, either alone or with a Latin council, that rises to the level of heresy? (There may be errors, especially in the application of proof texts, but heresy, or material heresy?)
Can one claim about having ordinary jurisdiction over the Church Universal without enumerating what powers that includes? If it is limited to being a court of appeal and being the final arbirter or adjudicator over disputes, including doctrinal disputes, would that be enough? Or would one have to refer to the (Latin) canon laws that existed at the time as well to understand what this means?
Can one claim about having ordinary jurisdiction over the Church Universal without enumerating what powers that includes? If it is limited to being a court of appeal and being the final arbirter or adjudicator over disputes, including doctrinal disputes, would that be enough? Or would one have to refer to the (Latin) canon laws that existed at the time as well to understand what this means?
Monday, July 30, 2018
The 1030th Anniversary
Videos: Celebration of the 1030th Anniversary of the Baptism of Rus' in Kiev and Moscow
Baptism of Rus' festively celebrate at Kiev Caves Lavra
Primates of Alexandria and Russia celebrate Liturgy together
Metropolitan Vladimir (Sabodan). Imitate Their Faith
Video: The Celebration of the 1000th Anniversary
Patriarchal and Synodal Epistle of Patriarch Kirill
Baptism of Rus' festively celebrate at Kiev Caves Lavra
Primates of Alexandria and Russia celebrate Liturgy together
Metropolitan Vladimir (Sabodan). Imitate Their Faith
Video: The Celebration of the 1000th Anniversary
Patriarchal and Synodal Epistle of Patriarch Kirill
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Saturday, July 28, 2018
Friday, July 27, 2018
CNA: Pope to theologians: Spiritual conversion should precede pastoral solutions
"the pope said a concern for migrants and refugees “provokes a metanoia that can foster ethical and theological reflection, even before inspiring suitable pastoral attitudes and responsible and carefully planned political policies.”"
The broad principle, as given by the headline, is correct; spiritual conversion should precede pastoral solutions. But the pope does not use this broad principle before examining his own thoughts on migration; is what he advocates in accordance with the order of charity? Should not the Church focus more on evangelization rather than dictating political policy? And if so, does the Latin Church have what is necessary to draw people into the Church?
"the pope said a concern for migrants and refugees “provokes a metanoia that can foster ethical and theological reflection, even before inspiring suitable pastoral attitudes and responsible and carefully planned political policies.”"
The broad principle, as given by the headline, is correct; spiritual conversion should precede pastoral solutions. But the pope does not use this broad principle before examining his own thoughts on migration; is what he advocates in accordance with the order of charity? Should not the Church focus more on evangelization rather than dictating political policy? And if so, does the Latin Church have what is necessary to draw people into the Church?
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
E. Christian Brugger on Marengo's Book
CWR: Marengo’s Lament: ‘The Birth of an Encyclical’ unwittingly confirms old truths by E. Christian Brugger
Pope Paul VI had no doubts about the truth of the doctrinal teaching he set forth in Humanae Vitae, but that he knew given the signs of the times that the teaching would be hard to receive.
Pope Paul VI had no doubts about the truth of the doctrinal teaching he set forth in Humanae Vitae, but that he knew given the signs of the times that the teaching would be hard to receive.
Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Monday, July 23, 2018
Sunday, July 22, 2018
Saturday, July 21, 2018
Friday, July 20, 2018
Thursday, July 19, 2018
More on The Birth of an Encyclical. Humanae Vitae in the light of the Vatican Archives
CWR Dispatch: On ‘Humanae vitae’—Pope Paul VI did not act alone by Andrea Gagliarducci, Catholic News Agency
De Mattei: The Birth of Humanae Vitae in light of the Vatican Archives by Roberto de Mattei
Related:
Humanae Vitae needs no update, commission chair says
De Mattei: The Birth of Humanae Vitae in light of the Vatican Archives by Roberto de Mattei
Related:
Humanae Vitae needs no update, commission chair says
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Sunday, July 15, 2018
Celtic Britain
OrthoChristian: THE CHURCH IN SEVENTH CENTURY CELTIC BRITAIN by Archpriest Vladislav Tsypin
Saturday, July 14, 2018
Friday, July 13, 2018
Thursday, July 12, 2018
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
First Things: Aristotle Returns by Tim Crane
Neo-Aristotelian Perspectives on Contemporary Science edited by william m. r. simpson, robert c. koons, and nicholas j. teh routledge, 352 pages, $140 Raphael’s School of Athens depicts Aristotle and Plato at the center of a group of ancient Greek philosophers modeled on . . . . Continue Reading »
Neo-Aristotelian Perspectives on Contemporary Science edited by william m. r. simpson, robert c. koons, and nicholas j. teh routledge, 352 pages, $140 Raphael’s School of Athens depicts Aristotle and Plato at the center of a group of ancient Greek philosophers modeled on . . . . Continue Reading »
Monday, July 09, 2018
Sunday, July 08, 2018
Electing Bishops?
CWR: New ARCIC document issues call for episcopal and ecumenical accountability by Dr. Adam A. J. DeVille
Saturday, July 07, 2018
Ukraine: A Scandal
In more ways than one, and not mentioned here by Sandro Magister...
"Oremus" For Peace in the Middle East. But For Ukraine, Among the Orthodox the War Is On
"Oremus" For Peace in the Middle East. But For Ukraine, Among the Orthodox the War Is On
Friday, July 06, 2018
Interview with Bishop Schneider
Bishop Athanasius Schneider discusses liturgy, priesthood, doctrinal confusion, immigration, Synod on the Youth by Paul Senz
“When people are really persecuted, you need to help them. But as for the phenomenon of the European so-called immigration, it is clear and evident by what we can observe, that this is an orchestrated action …”
“When people are really persecuted, you need to help them. But as for the phenomenon of the European so-called immigration, it is clear and evident by what we can observe, that this is an orchestrated action …”
Thursday, July 05, 2018
Wednesday, July 04, 2018
Tuesday, July 03, 2018
Monday, July 02, 2018
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