Unfortunate that this type of event is what really makes people sit down and think. I'm on constant cycle between human rights within progressive societies (how could we be anywhere in less progressi
What an excellent and well-reasoned article, Tony, and especially your examination of papal infallibility. I thought you might be interested to read this piece below from today's NCR
http://ncronline.
Tony, I concur with Mary Vallely's statement @2 'Yes, fair play to Tony Flannery for bravely stating what many ordained men believe but dare not say'
As an amateur student of history,it is clear to me
“I declare that the church has no authority whatsoever to confer priestly ordination on women and that this judgment is to be definitively held by all the church faithful”.(John Paul II)
Sorry, no
Can one follow Christ,live Christ, from the "security" of a closet(clerical and otherwise) -stifling myself,hiding who I am,what life I lead, what relationships I have,what I truly believe,think? If w
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,
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June 21 2016Unfortunate that this type of event is what really makes people sit down and think. I'm on constant cycle between human rights within progressive societies (how could we be anywhere in less progressi
Stifle debate, stifle church
June 21 2016What an excellent and well-reasoned article, Tony, and especially your examination of papal infallibility. I thought you might be interested to read this piece below from today's NCR http://ncronline.
Stifle debate, stifle church
June 21 2016Tony, I concur with Mary Vallely's statement @2 'Yes, fair play to Tony Flannery for bravely stating what many ordained men believe but dare not say' As an amateur student of history,it is clear to me
Stifle debate, stifle church
June 21 2016“I declare that the church has no authority whatsoever to confer priestly ordination on women and that this judgment is to be definitively held by all the church faithful”.(John Paul II) Sorry, no
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June 26 2016Can one follow Christ,live Christ, from the "security" of a closet(clerical and otherwise) -stifling myself,hiding who I am,what life I lead, what relationships I have,what I truly believe,think? If w
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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,
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