If Jesus Returned Today, Would Anyone Recognize Him?

Posted on 20 August 2016 by Ron Conte

I read a play many years ago. I’m not sure of the title. It was about a casting call for the role of Jesus in a movie. The casting director needed to decide which of the many actors before him … Continue reading →

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Q and A with Jesus on Salvation (part 2)

Posted on 20 August 2016 by Ron Conte

6. Can persons guilty of objective mortal sin, who do not repent before death, be saved? [Luke] {23:34} Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them. For they know not what they do.” And truly, dividing his garments, they cast lots. If … Continue reading →

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The Magisterium answers: Who is Qualified to Judge the Pope?

Posted on 19 August 2016 by Ron Conte

Pope Boniface VIII issued a papal document, Unam Sanctam, in 1302, on the authority of the Church and of the Pope. 7. Therefore, if the earthly power goes astray, it will be judged by the spiritual power; but if a … Continue reading →

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How the Conservative Schism Unfolds

Posted on 19 August 2016 by Ron Conte

At this point, I’m thoroughly convinced that a large number of conservative and traditionalist Catholics will deliberately and knowingly choose SCHISM, rather than accept the decisions of Pope Francis on doctrine and discipline. Already, some prominent Catholic priests, lay theologians, … Continue reading →

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Blog Comments Policy

Posted on 18 August 2016 by Ron Conte

Please keep comments brief (1 to 3 short paragraphs) and closely related to the post you are commenting on. If you have a lot to say on a topic, maybe you should have your own blog. All comments are moderated. … Continue reading →

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The False Teachings of Jeff Mirus on Church Authority

Posted on 17 August 2016 by Ron Conte

In a recent post, Islam: When the Church can speak authoritatively, and when she cannot, Dr. Jeff Mirus utters a series of false statements on Church authority. 1. Jeff Mirus: “The Church’s Magisterium applies exclusively to matters which God has … Continue reading →

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It is not the End of the World

Posted on 16 August 2016 by Ron Conte

[Matthew 24] {24:3} Then, when he was seated at the Mount of Olives, the disciples drew near to him privately, saying: “Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of your advent and of the … Continue reading →

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Q and A with Jesus on Salvation (part 1)

Posted on 16 August 2016 by Ron Conte

1. May we reasonably hope that perhaps no human persons are sent to Hell? No, it is neither reasonable nor faithful to believe or hope that no human persons go to Hell. [Matthew] {5:20} For I say to you, that … Continue reading →

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Did Pope Paul IV say that a Pope can teach heresy or be a heretic?

Posted on 16 August 2016 by Ron Conte

No, he did not. In the Apostolic Constitution Cum Ex Apostolic Officio (1559), Pope Paul IV issued penalties under the temporal authority of the Church against heretics and schismatics. The document speaks of three types of errors: the grave sin … Continue reading →

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Material versus Formal Heresy

Posted on 15 August 2016 by Ron Conte

Material heresy is an idea which is contrary to an infallible teaching of the Magisterium. Whenever we refer to material heresy, we are talking about ideas, not persons. Formal heresy is a sin committed by a person, the sin of … Continue reading →

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The Person of the Pope is the Head of the Church

Posted on 14 August 2016 by Ron Conte

The holy Roman Pontiff, Vicar of Christ and Supreme Judge of all the faithful, is the head of the Church on earth in his person, not merely in his office. He stands in persona Christi more so than any other … Continue reading →

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Mother of God forum leader accuses Pope Francis of heresy

Posted on 13 August 2016 by Ron Conte

I lead a discussion group at CatholicPlanet.net. A former member of my discussion group, Padraig Caughey, has publicly declared Pope Francis to be a heretic. He did so in his own discussion group, motheofgod.com (the lack of an “R” at … Continue reading →

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