Daily Archives: 24 November 2013

The Methodology of the Aparecida Document: See – Judge – Act

Posted on 24 November 2013 by John Donaghy

The methodology used in the Aparecida document has its roots in Belgium, where Father (later Cardinal) Joseph Cardijn of Belgium founded the Young Trade Unionists in 1919 (which became the Young Christian Workers in 1924). The methodology which he used … Continue reading →

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A Central Christ

Posted on 24 November 2013 by catholicsensibility

Pope Francis preaches the centrality of Christ, in three ways. Christ at the center of creation, of his people, and of history: 1. The apostle Paul, in the second reading, taken from the letter to the Colossians, offers us a … Continue reading →

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Mediator Dei 32

Posted on 24 November 2013 by catholicsensibility

Devotion disconnected from the sacraments? Not a good thing: 32. If the private and interior devotion of individuals were to neglect the august sacrifice of the altar and the sacraments, and to withdraw them from the stream of vital energy … Continue reading →

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It’s About God

Posted on 24 November 2013 by catholicsensibility

Pope Francis speaks on worship: This is also valid for liturgical ceremonies: what is most important in this liturgical ceremony? Chants, rituals – they are all beautiful… but the most important thing is worship. I see the Chant Café also … Continue reading →

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