Category Archives: doctrine

Is Priestly Celibacy entirely and solely of Discipline?

Posted on 13 September 2013 by Ron Conte

Celibacy is required of Bishops in the Eastern Rites and the Latin Rite (Presbyterorum Ordinis, n. 16) and is generally required of priests in the Latin Rite. In the East, some married men are ordained as priests, just as in … Continue reading →

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The Infallible Teachings of Vatican II

Posted on 8 September 2013 by Ron Conte

The post considers three different positions on the authority of Second Vatican Council. 1. Some conservative Catholics claim that the Second Vatican Council was a “pastoral only” Council, and therefore they are justified in rejecting any and all of its … Continue reading →

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Answers to the Dogma versus Heresy quiz

Posted on 30 August 2013 by Ron Conte

In my previous post, I wrote: “How well do you know the Catholic Christian Faith? In each of the following pairs of assertions, one is dogma or at least a well-established doctrine and the other is heresy or at least … Continue reading →

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Can You Distinguish Dogma from Heresy?

Posted on 29 August 2013 by Ron Conte

How well do you know the Catholic Christian Faith? In each of the following pairs of assertions, one is dogma or at least a well-established doctrine and the other is heresy or at least a serious doctrinal error. Post your … Continue reading →

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10 Quotes from the Magisterium on Salvation Theology

Posted on 21 August 2013 by Ron Conte

1. “Above all, the state of grace is absolutely necessary at the moment of death; without it, salvation and supernatural happiness the beatific vision of God — are impossible.” [Pope Pius XII, Address to Midwives, n. 21.a] 2. “it is … Continue reading →

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To which SECT of Catholicism do you belong?

Posted on 6 August 2013 by Ron Conte

The Jews of Jesus’ time were divided into sects, pseudo-political religious groups that take their beliefs from their group, rather than from Divine Revelation or sound theology. There were 3 main sects: 1. Pharisees — they were the conservatives of … Continue reading →

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When Popes Disagree, Don’t Panic

Posted on 2 August 2013 by Ron Conte

There’s been a lot of controversy in the Catholic blogosphere lately over comments made by Pope Francis. Some of his comments seem to conflict with positions expressed by previous Popes: Benedict XVI and John Paul II. Some of his comments … Continue reading →

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Pope Benedict XII – On the Beatific Vision of God

Posted on 25 July 2013 by Ron Conte

Pope Benedict XII On the Beatific Vision of God Apostolic Constitution issued in 1336 By this Constitution which is to remain in force forever, we, with apostolic authority, define the following: I. According to the general disposition of God, A. … Continue reading →

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Note to Catholics who reject Vatican II

Posted on 27 June 2013 by Ron Conte

Jesus said: “My sheep hear my voice. And I know them, and they follow me.” When you read the words of Sacred Scripture, especially the words of Jesus in the Gospels, do you recognize TRUTH? All of Sacred Scripture is … Continue reading →

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Could Pope Francis fall into heresy?

Posted on 6 June 2013 by Ron Conte

There are only two possible answers to this question: (A) Yes, he can, or (B) No, he cannot. Let’s consider both possibilities: A. Suppose that the Pope, any valid Pope, can fall into heresy. What would the result be? 1. … Continue reading →

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Shouting Down the Pope

Posted on 2 June 2013 by Ron Conte

There are many Catholic voices on the internet. On a typical day, Catholics use the internet to talk about the Faith, to teach and preach, as well as to spread false doctrine and claim that grave sins are moral. There … Continue reading →

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More on Cardinal Dolan and Health Insurance

Posted on 30 May 2013 by Ron Conte

The previous post on this subject was occasioned by a post over at Creative Minority Report “Cdl. Dolan: Yes, We Pay For Murder, But Under Protest”. The author of that post, and most of the commentators all assume that Cardinal … Continue reading →

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