Category Archives: doctrine

The Ten Commandments: Roman Catholic list and explanation

Posted on 7 March 2015 by Ron Conte

The traditional numbering and order of the ten commandments is as stated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church [n. 2051] with references to Scripture added. 1. I am the LORD your God: you shall not have strange gods before … Continue reading →

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To what extent may we resist or disagree with the Pope?

Posted on 3 March 2015 by Ron Conte

Pope Francis is the sole valid current Roman Pontiff. He is the Vicar of Christ, the Supreme Shepherd of the Church on earth. Pope emeritus Benedict accepts Francis as the Pope. The line of succession from Benedict to Francis is … Continue reading →

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Parable of a Catholic School

Posted on 28 February 2015 by Ron Conte

I propose a special school as a way to teach the Catholic Christian Faith. Here is the plan for the school: 1. The school will have a set of written official teachings as a guide for the teachers. 2. Even … 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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Salvation for Catholics

Posted on 27 January 2015 by Ron Conte

Protestants generally believe that faith in Jesus as Savior is sufficient to obtain eternal salvation. The Catholic view, as usual, is complicated. A baptized confirmed Catholic, who practices the faith, believes what the Church teaches, and goes to Mass regularly … Continue reading →

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Moral Certitude

Posted on 23 January 2015 by Ron Conte

Moral certitude is a degree of certitude, based on currently available limited knowledge, sufficient to act in good conscience, i.e. without actual sin. Moral certitude is not absolute certitude. It is inherent to the fallen state that human persons have … Continue reading →

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Does God hate anything? What does God hate?

Posted on 20 January 2015 by Ron Conte

When you begin to type search terms into Google’s search box, the system offers you different options to finish what you are typing. For the search “God hates “, Google suggested: “God hates us all” [apparently it’s a heavy metal … Continue reading →

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Diversity of Opinion versus Catholic Teaching

Posted on 7 January 2015 by Ron Conte

I’ve been discussing the Faith with my fellow Catholics online for many years now, about 20 years or so. And I find a common problem in many of these discussions. They take place in the vacuum of ignorance. Most Catholics … Continue reading →

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Turning Infallibility Upside-down

Posted on 18 December 2014 by Ron Conte

The Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church teaches infallibly in any of three ways: 1. Papal Infallibility 2. Conciliar Infallibility 3. the ordinary and universal Magisterium The advantage of infallible teachings is that we can know the truth on important … Continue reading →

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booklet: Tradition, Scripture, Magisterium

Posted on 7 December 2014 by Ron Conte

I’ve just published my booklet: Tradition, Scripture, Magisterium These three sources of truth — Tradition, Scripture, Magisterium — are the three pillars on which the Roman Catholic faith rests. The faithful are guided in their journey toward Heaven by the … Continue reading →

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