The word "unnatural" was cashiered by Ratzinger but all the other objectionable language is still proudly displayed on the Vatican website. And yes, such language sends out troubled men to shoot gays
Brilliant reflection. Very inspiring and enlightening aspects brought forth by the author. This is not just an academic presentation but what the church needs today, namely, a sermon that calls its li
Yes, fair play to Tony Flannery for bravely stating what many ordained men believe but dare not say. Isn't it a sad state of affairs that so many are afraid to speak out but I suppose Tony now has th
"The Church has moved on since then" -- Brendan, I don't think it has, despite the miracle of Francis. You mentioned the two American bishops who spoke with compassion towards the LGBT community. But,
An unfortunate analogy in your final paragraph, Brendan. To whom were or are the actions of those "certain men" unacceptable, and did anyone other than W.B. himself ever think that his Abbey play spur
Some years ago I was going into Veritas shop in Dublin central when I was handed a leaflet by some ladies, probably in their seventies. It was about the failings of religious education in schools. I
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June 23 2016Thanks for good message...
Legitimising what’s unacceptable.
June 21 2016The word "unnatural" was cashiered by Ratzinger but all the other objectionable language is still proudly displayed on the Vatican website. And yes, such language sends out troubled men to shoot gays
26 June. 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
June 26 2016Brilliant reflection. Very inspiring and enlightening aspects brought forth by the author. This is not just an academic presentation but what the church needs today, namely, a sermon that calls its li
Stifle debate, stifle church
June 21 2016Yes, fair play to Tony Flannery for bravely stating what many ordained men believe but dare not say. Isn't it a sad state of affairs that so many are afraid to speak out but I suppose Tony now has th
Legitimising what’s unacceptable.
June 21 2016"The Church has moved on since then" -- Brendan, I don't think it has, despite the miracle of Francis. You mentioned the two American bishops who spoke with compassion towards the LGBT community. But,
Stifle debate, stifle church
June 21 2016Brilliant Tony. You give us all hope.
Legitimising what’s unacceptable.
June 21 2016An unfortunate analogy in your final paragraph, Brendan. To whom were or are the actions of those "certain men" unacceptable, and did anyone other than W.B. himself ever think that his Abbey play spur
Legitimising what’s unacceptable.
June 21 2016Well said.
What do we need? Catholic Intellectuals or Cheer Leaders
June 14 2016Some years ago I was going into Veritas shop in Dublin central when I was handed a leaflet by some ladies, probably in their seventies. It was about the failings of religious education in schools. I
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June 14 2016What an excellent piece by Robert Michens. http://ncronline.org/blogs/roman-observer/church-statements-keep-door-closed-gays
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