. . . won't this be an opportune era for catholic-oriented non-Catholic Christians to become aligned in some ordered way with the Roman church (and probably also with Eastern rite churches) ? Universal Christians contending with such things as Trumpism is energy better spent than in contention/rivalry among religious sects . . .
“Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God.” The Holy Spirit is here.
While this is understandably a time for hope and rejoicing for many, I invite folks to read press statements by BishopAccountability.org and the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP), as well as SNAP's letter to the new pope on behalf of survivors. Their voices must be taken into account if the church is to move forward as a force for peace and justice in the world. Those opposed to the new pope will try to use this issue to undermine him -- and have already been making rumblings to that effect, when in fact this has been an institutional failure of the church dating back long before Vatican II. Our new Holy Father must be proactive in addressing this issue, even as he takes on his awesome responsibilities on a number of fronts. I suspect he knows that, as did his two immediate predecessors who at least started to cleanse the temple.
Thank you Matt. The election of Pope Leo XIV gives me hope. Another hopeful event was a statement released by Bishop Walsh, Davenport Diocese, requesting an apology from the White House for the meme of the orange one in papal garb. I wrote a thank you to Bishop Walsh. Leo's message of peace be with you all is hopefully a revitalization of the corporal and spiritual works of Mercy. Google those works if you do not know what they are. For me, they guide my activities of daily living and help me get in good trouble.Amen
A wonderful celebratory choice to bring the world together after mourning the passing of Pope Francis. Reading your summary was walking in sunshine today. Thank you!
Blessings come in surprising forms and their timing can be transformative in itself. The transition between Francis to Leo appears to be one such meaningful moment. And a spiritual acknowledgment to the world that we all can have hope things will be better.
Walking in sunshine is a great image of how I felt all day after hearing the news. I also made some phone calls to some priests who have been really important in my life. Lots of sunshine.
Matt, what a great way to begin my morning. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for this informative and hope-filled post. May we all do our part to further the caring of creation and all that is in it, especially the folks who are now being disenfranchised, discriminated against, poor and vulnerable. May we all, no matter our faith of denomination, join in bringing more fairness and equity to those who are hurting most. And may democracy not only survive but thrive.
. . . won't this be an opportune era for catholic-oriented non-Catholic Christians to become aligned in some ordered way with the Roman church (and probably also with Eastern rite churches) ? Universal Christians contending with such things as Trumpism is energy better spent than in contention/rivalry among religious sects . . .
“Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those which exist are established by God.” The Holy Spirit is here.
What a well-done, articulate piece, Matt. It gives me feelings of hopefulness and peace.😍
Thanks.
Thanks, Matt.
While this is understandably a time for hope and rejoicing for many, I invite folks to read press statements by BishopAccountability.org and the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP), as well as SNAP's letter to the new pope on behalf of survivors. Their voices must be taken into account if the church is to move forward as a force for peace and justice in the world. Those opposed to the new pope will try to use this issue to undermine him -- and have already been making rumblings to that effect, when in fact this has been an institutional failure of the church dating back long before Vatican II. Our new Holy Father must be proactive in addressing this issue, even as he takes on his awesome responsibilities on a number of fronts. I suspect he knows that, as did his two immediate predecessors who at least started to cleanse the temple.
Thanks for putting this in context.
Thank you Matt. The election of Pope Leo XIV gives me hope. Another hopeful event was a statement released by Bishop Walsh, Davenport Diocese, requesting an apology from the White House for the meme of the orange one in papal garb. I wrote a thank you to Bishop Walsh. Leo's message of peace be with you all is hopefully a revitalization of the corporal and spiritual works of Mercy. Google those works if you do not know what they are. For me, they guide my activities of daily living and help me get in good trouble.Amen
Thank you Mary. Saving folks some time and dropping the link here. I love Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Works_of_mercy
Love this, love this, love this! ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks. Pope XIV will continue to bring joy.
A wonderful celebratory choice to bring the world together after mourning the passing of Pope Francis. Reading your summary was walking in sunshine today. Thank you!
Blessings come in surprising forms and their timing can be transformative in itself. The transition between Francis to Leo appears to be one such meaningful moment. And a spiritual acknowledgment to the world that we all can have hope things will be better.
Walking in sunshine is a great image of how I felt all day after hearing the news. I also made some phone calls to some priests who have been really important in my life. Lots of sunshine.
You nailed it again, Matt! Alleluia, God is good 👍❤️
Love this! Brilliant analysis! Thank you!
Matt, what a great way to begin my morning. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for this informative and hope-filled post. May we all do our part to further the caring of creation and all that is in it, especially the folks who are now being disenfranchised, discriminated against, poor and vulnerable. May we all, no matter our faith of denomination, join in bringing more fairness and equity to those who are hurting most. And may democracy not only survive but thrive.
We are called to seek justice.
Yes, Matt. Yes, yes, yes, to every word of yours in this glorious post.
I am always grateful for my Catholic formation and faith but I don't often feel connected to the Catholic Church. Yesterday I did.
So proud of you, Nephew!