At what point do the bishops start using the last resort of excommunication? I think this situation calls for a loud and clear voice of justice from the church.
Paula Blanton
Posted on January 25, 2019 at 11:39 am
Unfortunately, many Bishops have lost their moral capitol with the American public.The Bishop of Lexington Kentucky said publicly that the student instigated the interaction because he was wearing a MAGA hat. He said the student should “be ashamed” because no Trump supporter can be pro-life. Only someone invested in the left’s agenda would publicly shame a child like that. Plus, I’m not aware of him making any statements condemning the New York’s amendment to its constitution. Yes, the world hates us but the greatest threat comes from political divisions within the Church.
Kathie
Posted on January 27, 2019 at 5:38 pm
Cuomo was told some time ago to not present himself for Communion. He has complied. Canon Law is in play here. Dr. Peters, canon lawyer, explains this.
Anthony Granado
Posted on February 5, 2019 at 10:39 am
To know when to excommunicate someone we have to first understand the true purpose and intended affect. It is suppose to act as a “medicine.” The reason the bishops don’t use it here is because it could backfire. The bishops often speak with the politicians one on one for a potentially more effective outcome. If you search, you will find that Cardinal Dolan gives good reasons for when not use excommunication.
Dr. Ray’s point of the culture at odds with the Catholic faith helps us to understand the large chasm between the faithful and the secular. The politicians are often elected mostly by the secular thus they appeal to them. Excommunication would most likely be celebrated by said politician to demonstrate his fidelity to his voters and his ability to resist being “bullied” by the church. This is not the hopeful intention of excommunication. It may just drive a wedge deeper between Catholics and popular politics.
Cathy
Posted on January 25, 2019 at 4:04 pm
AMEN!!! Truth, upon truth, upon truth! Prayers for our country!
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Jen
Posted on January 25, 2019 at 9:10 amAt what point do the bishops start using the last resort of excommunication? I think this situation calls for a loud and clear voice of justice from the church.
Paula Blanton
Posted on January 25, 2019 at 11:39 amUnfortunately, many Bishops have lost their moral capitol with the American public.The Bishop of Lexington Kentucky said publicly that the student instigated the interaction because he was wearing a MAGA hat. He said the student should “be ashamed” because no Trump supporter can be pro-life. Only someone invested in the left’s agenda would publicly shame a child like that. Plus, I’m not aware of him making any statements condemning the New York’s amendment to its constitution. Yes, the world hates us but the greatest threat comes from political divisions within the Church.
Kathie
Posted on January 27, 2019 at 5:38 pmCuomo was told some time ago to not present himself for Communion. He has complied. Canon Law is in play here. Dr. Peters, canon lawyer, explains this.
Anthony Granado
Posted on February 5, 2019 at 10:39 amTo know when to excommunicate someone we have to first understand the true purpose and intended affect. It is suppose to act as a “medicine.” The reason the bishops don’t use it here is because it could backfire. The bishops often speak with the politicians one on one for a potentially more effective outcome. If you search, you will find that Cardinal Dolan gives good reasons for when not use excommunication.
Dr. Ray’s point of the culture at odds with the Catholic faith helps us to understand the large chasm between the faithful and the secular. The politicians are often elected mostly by the secular thus they appeal to them. Excommunication would most likely be celebrated by said politician to demonstrate his fidelity to his voters and his ability to resist being “bullied” by the church. This is not the hopeful intention of excommunication. It may just drive a wedge deeper between Catholics and popular politics.
Cathy
Posted on January 25, 2019 at 4:04 pmAMEN!!! Truth, upon truth, upon truth! Prayers for our country!
Katie Stewart
Posted on February 5, 2019 at 8:40 amThank you Dr!
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