Category Archives: discipline

Who May Receive Holy Communion?

Posted on 26 February 2015 by Ron Conte

The Church has the authority to decide this question. And since the Pope is the Head of the Church on earth, he can ultimately make the decision. Once he decides, the question is answered. If the Pope binds, no one … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis: to what extent is error possible?

Posted on 20 February 2015 by Ron Conte

Many conservative and traditionalist Catholics are preparing to reject Pope Francis, if he should teach anything contrary to Catholic doctrine or change any discipline that is related to doctrine. To what extent is error possible in the doctrines and disciplines … Continue reading →

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The Path of Salvation is Not Fragile

Posted on 12 February 2015 by Ron Conte

Jesus assures us: “Do not be afraid, little flock; for it has pleased your Father to give you the kingdom.” (Luke 12:32). God wills everyone to be saved and to reach eternal life. It is true that a person can … Continue reading →

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Cardinal Burke moves one step closer to Formal Schism

Posted on 11 February 2015 by Ron Conte

God is not a respecter of persons. And neither am I. Cardinal Burke has served the Church well. He is particularly favored by conservative Catholics, for his conservative point of view on matters of doctrine and discipline. He will be … Continue reading →

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The Problem with Pope Francis Marrying cohabitating Couples

Posted on 15 September 2014 by Ron Conte

Pope Francis married 20 couples living in sin (cohabitating outside of marriage). The news story is here. The holy Pontiff stressed that the Church should be forgiving, and should welcome sinners. From a theological point of view, the Sacrament of … Continue reading →

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Anglican Women Bishops versus Catholic Women Deacons

Posted on 14 July 2014 by Ron Conte

The Church of England has approved of the ordination of women as bishops. Here’s a UK news commentary, listing some women likely to be chosen for the role of bishop. The decision is being hailed by secular observers as a … Continue reading →

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Should the Church allow Priests to Marry?

Posted on 19 May 2014 by Ron Conte

The Roman Catholic Church already permits some married men to become priests. But priests are not permitted to marry, subsequent to priestly ordination, unless they undergo laicization (essentially, leaving the active priestly life). This distinction is important. The Church has … Continue reading →

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Is Pope Francis a living Saint?

Posted on 28 April 2014 by Ron Conte

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Take this Catholic Planet poll at Twiggs In other words, is Pope Francis not only a valid and holy Pope, but holy enough that he will likely have a successful cause for canonization (in the relatively distant future) after his … Continue reading →

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Divine Mercy Sunday: double canonization

Posted on 26 April 2014 by Ron Conte

Divine Mercy Sunday, 27 April 2014 Do the promises attached to Divine Mercy Sunday (first Sunday after Easter) exceed or equal the benefits from a plenary indulgence or how do they differ? My answer: Opinions vary on this question. My … Continue reading →

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Evangelii Gaudium: Pope Francis rebukes conservative Catholics (part 6)

Posted on 2 December 2013 by Ron Conte

Quotes from the papal teaching document “Evangelii Gaudium”, with my commentary. “This is the principle of universality intrinsic to the Gospel, for the Father desires the salvation of every man and woman, and his saving plan consists in ‘gathering up … Continue reading →

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Evangelii Gaudium: Pope Francis rebukes conservative Catholics (part 5)

Posted on 1 December 2013 by Ron Conte

Quotes from the papal teaching document “Evangelii Gaudium”, with my commentary. Pope Francis teaches that we should have a “holy fear” when attempting to interpret or preach from Sacred Scripture, “lest we distort it.” EG 146 The Pope instructs preachers … Continue reading →

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Evangelii Gaudium: Pope Francis rebukes conservative Catholics (part 4)

Posted on 29 November 2013 by Ron Conte

Quotes from the papal teaching document “Evangelii Gaudium”, with my commentary. “there can be no true evangelization without the explicit proclamation of Jesus as Lord” EG 110 Pope Francis is sometimes accused of favoring a disordered type of ecumenism, that … Continue reading →

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