Catholic Church

By Diane Montagna, LifeSiteNews - Bishop Athanasius Schneider today issued a statement on the uniqueness of faith in Christ, to remedy confusion arising from the controversial document Pope Francis signed with a Grand Imam in Abu Dhabi earlier this week… The document incited controversy among Christians for asserting that “the pluralism and the diversity of religions” are “willed by God in His wisdom” – a statement many believe contravenes the Catholic Faith… According to the auxiliary of Astana, the document is a sign of a real “climate change” and “migration” crisis threatening the spiritual world of souls.

By Edward Pentin, National Catholic Register - In a four-page public testimony (see below) released in multiple languages Feb. 8, and whose title is taken from the Gospel of John “Let not your heart be troubled!”, the prefect emeritus of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith reasserts many key teachings of the faith, reminding clergy and laity it is up to “shepherds” to “guide those entrusted to them on the path of salvation.”.. “Today, many Christians are no longer even aware of the basic teachings of the Faith,” the German cardinal laments, “so there is a growing danger of missing the path to eternal life.”

Phil Lawler, Catholic Culture - That’s what Pope Francis said, in a joint statement with Sheik Ahmad al-Tayyib of Al Azhar, released during the Holy Father’s visit to Abu Dhabi. What St. Paul Miki actually said was quite different: And so I tell you plainly: there is no way to be saved except the Christian way. My religion teaches me to pardon my enemies and all who have offended me. I do gladly pardon the Emperor and all who have sought my death. I beg them to seek baptism and be Christians themselves.

By Joannie Watson, Integrated Catholic - This Sunday, the Mass readings revolve around the theme of being called and sent. God calls Isaiah in the first reading, Paul in the second, and Peter in the Gospel. As I reread the readings, both fairly familiar stories, I was struck by a detail: all were unworthy for the mission, and all recognized their unworthiness.... Discipleship is a buzz word in the Church these days. There are a dozen ministries popping up, all touting to help dioceses and parishes form disciples.