New bishop of Scranton says he is banned from active ministry.
From Times Leader | 07/14/2004 | Suspended or not? Accused ex-local priest's status unclear:
"A former area priest accused of sexual abuse was banned from active ministry, then given the OK to resume that work ... except he wasn't.
Confused? So is the priest's lawyer.
Attorney Greg Magarity says his client, the Rev. Christopher Clay, deserves answers. In 2002, Clay was accused of sexual misconduct and relieved of his duties. But he later received approval to resume active ministry from then-Bishop James Timlin.
Yet according to Diocese of Scranton spokeswoman Maria Orzel, Bishop Joseph Martino, who replaced Timlin last year, still bans Clay from active ministry. On Tuesday, Orzel said the ban is intact because a diocesan investigation is 'ongoing.'"
Wednesday, July 14, 2004
Pope Writing New Book
From Zenit News Agency - The World Seen From Rome:
John Paul II is writing yet another book, this time on philosophical and existential reflections, says an aide.
The process of the writing "is quite advanced," said Father Pawel Ptasznik, head of the Polish section of the Vatican Secretariat of State, in an interview with the Polish Catholic news agency KAI.
Yet, "it is a long process and one must not expect the publication to be imminent," the priest said.
"In regard to the content, I can say that the news, according to which he will address above all the problems of totalitarianism, is not true," Father Ptasznik added.
"It is an open secret that for years Father Jozef Tischner" -- a philosopher and friend of the Pope -- "suggested to the Sovereign Pontiff an interview on philosophical and existential topics," Father Ptasnik said. "If I am not mistaken, this interview took place in the summer of 1984, and it was recorded."
John Paul II is writing yet another book, this time on philosophical and existential reflections, says an aide.
The process of the writing "is quite advanced," said Father Pawel Ptasznik, head of the Polish section of the Vatican Secretariat of State, in an interview with the Polish Catholic news agency KAI.
Yet, "it is a long process and one must not expect the publication to be imminent," the priest said.
"In regard to the content, I can say that the news, according to which he will address above all the problems of totalitarianism, is not true," Father Ptasznik added.
"It is an open secret that for years Father Jozef Tischner" -- a philosopher and friend of the Pope -- "suggested to the Sovereign Pontiff an interview on philosophical and existential topics," Father Ptasnik said. "If I am not mistaken, this interview took place in the summer of 1984, and it was recorded."
Tuesday, July 13, 2004
Augustine Day by Day
An ongoing series at Fides, Cogitatio, Actio:
"'You who do not yet see God will, by loving your neighbor, make yourself worthy of seeing him. By loving your neighbor, you cleanse your eyes so you can see God. Love your neighbor, then, and see within yourself the source of this love of neighbor. There you will see God insofar as you are able.'
-- Sermon on John 17, 8"
"'You who do not yet see God will, by loving your neighbor, make yourself worthy of seeing him. By loving your neighbor, you cleanse your eyes so you can see God. Love your neighbor, then, and see within yourself the source of this love of neighbor. There you will see God insofar as you are able.'
-- Sermon on John 17, 8"
Survey Reveals Influence of The Passion of the Christ
Interesting, though not surprising who gave it the lowest rating.
From :
"As might have been expected, evangelicals were the most enthusiastic about the movie (89% said the movie was excellent) while the lowest ratings came from atheists and agnostics, homosexuals and liberal Democrats. Protestants were more likely than Catholics to give The Passion an "excellent" rating (78% versus 68%, respectively)."
From :
"As might have been expected, evangelicals were the most enthusiastic about the movie (89% said the movie was excellent) while the lowest ratings came from atheists and agnostics, homosexuals and liberal Democrats. Protestants were more likely than Catholics to give The Passion an "excellent" rating (78% versus 68%, respectively)."
A Seeker's Dozen: The 12 Steps for Everyone Else
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Cardinal Ratzinger says he, U.S. bishops 'in harmony' on politics
From CNS STORY: Cardinal Ratzinger says he, U.S. bishops 'in harmony' on politics:
"Following a rash of news reports claiming the U.S. bishops defied Vatican Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger on the question of withholding Communion from Catholic politicians whose actions conflict with church teaching on abortion, Cardinal Ratzinger said the bishops' statement on the issue 'is very much in harmony' with his recently leaked memo on the topic.
In a letter dated July 9 and made public July 12 by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, the head of the Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith said the bishops' June 18 statement, titled 'Catholics in Political Life,' 'is very much in harmony with the general principles (of) 'Worthiness to Receive Holy Communion.''"
"Following a rash of news reports claiming the U.S. bishops defied Vatican Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger on the question of withholding Communion from Catholic politicians whose actions conflict with church teaching on abortion, Cardinal Ratzinger said the bishops' statement on the issue 'is very much in harmony' with his recently leaked memo on the topic.
In a letter dated July 9 and made public July 12 by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, the head of the Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith said the bishops' June 18 statement, titled 'Catholics in Political Life,' 'is very much in harmony with the general principles (of) 'Worthiness to Receive Holy Communion.''"
What You Have to Bring With You
If you are joining the Nashville Dominicans...
From The Theoscope: A Search for a Vocation, among other things...:
"Yesterday someone asked what items we must bring with us. Again, it's not a long list (and this one is not that complete) but here are a few of the more interesting things:
Rosary (duh, we're the Dominicans :)
Bible, Catechism, favorite prayer books
Vatican Documents (volumes I & II)
Shoe polish (we already discussed that)
8 Aprons (we already discussed this too)
2 Tupperware containers (to hold our in-progress habits)
Sewing supplies (to make in-progress habits)
A Bookbag (most, if not all of us, are going back to school!)
Musical instrument (if we play one--we are under the patronage of St. Cecilia, after all!)"
Julie is entering the community this Fall, her blog is all about her discernment.
From The Theoscope: A Search for a Vocation, among other things...:
"Yesterday someone asked what items we must bring with us. Again, it's not a long list (and this one is not that complete) but here are a few of the more interesting things:
Rosary (duh, we're the Dominicans :)
Bible, Catechism, favorite prayer books
Vatican Documents (volumes I & II)
Shoe polish (we already discussed that)
8 Aprons (we already discussed this too)
2 Tupperware containers (to hold our in-progress habits)
Sewing supplies (to make in-progress habits)
A Bookbag (most, if not all of us, are going back to school!)
Musical instrument (if we play one--we are under the patronage of St. Cecilia, after all!)"
Julie is entering the community this Fall, her blog is all about her discernment.
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