Daily Archives: 28 November 2023

Christifidelis Laici 22: The Ministries Derived from Holy Orders

We begin section 22 with the hierarchical point of view. There is nothing new here, but it does lack the perspective of the laity who live and serve in ways not aligned with the ideals presented here: The Ministries Derived … Continue reading

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2023 SIL Worksheet B 1.2 Statements

It’s been some weeks since the first synod session ended. I see we also have a published summary document. I think we’ll take the input stages and roll through with the various statements, observations, themes, and questions. Maybe I’ll get … Continue reading

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GNLY 8-15: Solemnities, Feasts, and Memorials

Outside of Sunday, most Catholics usually think of holy days of obligation and the occasional day they might mistake for it and come to Mass anyway. Like Ash Wednesday or maybe Thanksgiving. SOLEMNITIES, FEASTS, AND MEMORIALS This chapter heading lists … Continue reading

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