Daily Archives: 19 March 2012

Theology and Clouds in Saint Louis

In the long story of St Stanislaus Kostka Church versus the archdiocese, there must be some parable in all this. Or maybe a dozen. Yet another chapter is written with a Missouri state judge ruling in favor of the breakaway … Continue reading

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Funeral Lectionary: Romans 5:5-11

Paul offers a stellar treatment of hope in chapters 5 through 8 of his letter to the Romans. Last week, we looked at the concluding message of this “Gospel of hope.” With today’s passage, this theme is set up for … Continue reading

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GDC 187: “Catechesis of fulfilment and hope”

A catechesis of hope. What does that mean? What evidence have we for it in the Church today? 187. Catechesis for the aged pays particular attention to certain aspects of their condition of faith. An aged person may have a … Continue reading

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GIRM 360-362: Readings, Long and Short, One of the Other

More on readings: 360. At times, a longer and shorter form of the same text is given. In choosing between these two forms, a pastoral criterion should be kept in mind. On such an occasion, attention should be paid to … Continue reading

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