Category Archives: Pope Francis

Pope Francis on Salvation outside the Church

Posted on 22 April 2015 by Ron Conte

There are two possible interpretations to the dogma “No salvation outside the Church”: (1) Narrow — such that salvation for non-Catholics or non-Christians is difficult and rare. (2) Broad — such that salvation is amply available for all human persons, … Continue reading →

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Unjust Criticism of Pope Francis’ Misericordiae Vultus

Posted on 16 April 2015 by Ron Conte

Over at Crisis Magazine, yet another author is harming the Church with false and incompetent teaching. In an article titled Misericordiae Vultus: Mercy Without Repentance?, Christian Browne speaks about Pope Francis in a condescending and judgmental manner. He speaks as … Continue reading →

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Daring Pope Francis to cross the Conservative line in the sand

Posted on 13 April 2015 by Ron Conte

Some conservative Catholics, especially the traditionalists, are unhappy that God chose a liberal Pope to lead His Church. They have been making snide remarks about the holy Pontiff, ever since he was elected. They have never permitted him to teach … Continue reading →

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Can A Pope Be A Heretic? The Answer

Posted on 10 March 2015 by Ron Conte

Over at Crisis magazine, Jacob W. Wood discusses whether a Pope can fall into heresy. It’s a nice thorough yet concise discussion of the relevant questions. But Wood does not provide any answers. In this post, I will deal with … Continue reading →

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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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Pope Francis on Jesus and the lepers

Posted on 19 February 2015 by Ron Conte

The holy Pontiff recently gave a sermon comparing Jesus showing compassion to lepers to the Church showing compassion to sinners. Here is the English translation of that homily from Zenit: http://www.zenit.org/en/articles/pope-francis-homily-at-mass-with-cardinals–2 Pope Francis has decided the Church should reinstate the … 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 Ideological Colonization of the Church

Posted on 21 January 2015 by Ron Conte

Pope Francis recently commented to the press that the wealthy nations attach certain unjust conditions to the aid they offer to developing nations. The conditions require the nation to adopt the current prevalent sociological ideas of Western society. Read the … Continue reading →

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Will Pope Francis allow married men to become priests?

Posted on 8 January 2015 by Ron Conte

Eastern Rite Catholic Bishops in North America have now been authorized by Pope Francis to ordain married men to the priesthood. The Catholic Church is divided into two parts: the Latin Rite and the Eastern Rite. Eastern Catholics have a … Continue reading →

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What is Pope Francis ABLE to teach on Climate Change?

Posted on 30 December 2014 by Ron Conte

The Magisterium of the Church is able to teach any and all of the truths found in Divine Revelation (Tradition and Scripture). The Magisterium is also able to teach from natural law. The entire moral law is found within natural … Continue reading →

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