My commentary on an Address by Pope Pius XII

Posted on 16 April 2018 by Ron Conte

UPDATE: now also available in Kindle format — My free booklet is available now, a new translation and detailed commentary on Pope Pius XII Address to the Second World Congress on Fertility and Sterility (19 May 1956). The Pontiff made … Continue reading →

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What if a couple marry with the intention of never having children?

Posted on 16 April 2018 by Ron Conte

In this scenario, the man and woman are presumably fertile and able to have children. And they have no grave reason to avoid procreation. They simply prefer their lives to be free from children. They are able, but they do … Continue reading →

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In Defense of the Bible: Dietary Laws

Posted on 15 April 2018 by Ron Conte

Some persons criticize the Bible, and attempt to discredit its teachings on morality, by pointing to the Old Testament dietary laws. They suggest that some of the moral teachings of the Bible are as outdated, or as irrelevant to modern … Continue reading →

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The End of the World is NOT anytime soon

Posted on 12 April 2018 by Ron Conte

A recent news story states that author David Meade believes the world will end on 23 April 2018 — a week and a half from now: End of the world 2018: Will the Rapture occur on April 23? SHOCK prediction … Continue reading →

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Ask a Theologian a Theological Question (closed)

Posted on 11 April 2018 by Ron Conte

The latest installment of my ask a question blog posts. You know what to do.

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Church Teaching on Salvation for non-Christians and non-believers

Posted on 8 April 2018 by Ron Conte

In anticipation of the Apostolic Exhortation Gaudete et Exsultate, I’m posting a review of my theological position on salvation for non-Christians and non-believers. The full explanation is in my book, Forgiveness and Salvation for Everyone, which is still free, in … Continue reading →

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The Universal Call To Holiness In The Church

Posted on 7 April 2018 by Ron Conte

Chapter V from Lumen Gentium, in its entirety: 39. The Church, whose mystery is being set forth by this Sacred Synod, is believed to be indefectibly holy. Indeed Christ, the Son of God, who with the Father and the Spirit … Continue reading →

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Address of Pope Pius XII to the Second World Congress on Fertility and Sterility

Posted on 7 April 2018 by Ron Conte

The following is my translation of the Address of Pope Pius XII to the Second World Congress on Fertility and Sterility, at Naples, France, on 19 May 1956. Original text in French and Latin from the Vatican website. [1] [The … Continue reading →

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New Papal Document: Gaudete et Exsultate

Posted on 6 April 2018 by Ron Conte

Pope Francis is about to release a new Apostolic Exhortation: Gaudete et Exsultate (Rejoice and Exult or Rejoice and Be Glad) “on the call to holiness in the contemporary world”. This could be the document I’ve been expecting which will … Continue reading →

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April 7th, 1999 years ago, Jesus Died

Posted on 5 April 2018 by Ron Conte

According to my research in Biblical chronology, as explained in my book Important Dates in the Lives of Jesus and Mary, the true date of the Crucifixion was Friday, April 7th, 19 AD. And if I am correct, then this … Continue reading →

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Answer a Theological Question

Posted on 4 April 2018 by Ron Conte

In this post, I pose a question to my readers, and we discuss what the answer might be. Question: If an atheist does not convert to belief in God, can he possibly be saved and have eternal life in Heaven? … Continue reading →

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Ask a Theological Question (closed)

Posted on 4 April 2018 by Ron Conte

The format for this post is simple question and answer. It is not for debate or arguing. Thanks. Ron Conte

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