tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1531497517644951122.post2474768257837479504..comments2024-03-21T00:15:48.886-07:00Comments on Philothea on Phire: Vortex: Wolves in Shepherds' ClothingJayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09927474235629912604noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1531497517644951122.post-20731669851224647242013-04-16T17:51:07.285-07:002013-04-16T17:51:07.285-07:00If we don't make ourselves aware of what's...If we don't make ourselves aware of what's going on, the Church will continue to spiral downward, though of course the gates of Hell will not prevail against it (that doesn't mean the Church will survive in the US forever, though). <br /><br />My target audience is not fallen-away Catholics, though I am happy for them to listen in; this blog is really more for faithful Catholics of a traditional mindset, because that's what I am and how I write. The Vortex has much the same audience, I think. For myself, I find Michael Voris inspiring; he encourages me NOT to give up and leave the Church! It helps me to know that there are others who see what's going on, and who are willing to step up and say "The emperor has no clothes!" Yes, it's discouraging to see what's going on, but the Truth of the Church - the Church instituted by Christ himself - is still there, regardless of the shepherds who are really wolves. If we point out their errors, at least we can help people become aware of the truth. And maybe the shepherds will correct themselves.<br /><br />If people come into the Church because of a particular person, they are not coming in for the proper reason. Similarly, leaving the Church because of a particular person is wrong. The Church is full of sinners, and the hope is that they will grow in holiness; that's true for the laity and the clergy. The failings of the clergy do not reflect any failings of the Church.<br /><br />That's why Michael Voris urges, essentially, self-catechesis. There are many sources (including Church Militant TV) for learning about the Truth of the Church. Since our shepherds are not providing proper catechesis or examples, we have to find the Truth ourselves.Jayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09927474235629912604noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1531497517644951122.post-76670790422590129852013-04-16T17:28:42.471-07:002013-04-16T17:28:42.471-07:00I am perplexed. I don't understand why this in...I am perplexed. I don't understand why this info is being posted. I concur with the logic of the commentary posted. As a former, long-time, faithful, devout, conservative RC, the info in this post is a primary reason for me to stay away from the RC church. <br /><br />However, if you are trying to get me to return, I am still waiting for a good reason. If I am struggling in the water, trying to be saved, why would I position myself with others who are in worse shape, including lifeguards who aren't guarding? <br /><br />This is not the kind of post to draw people back to the church or its remnant.<br /><br />This is not a complaint but rather an observation.<br /><br />For those who are still practicing RCs, I suggest a more thoughtful approach that emphasizes the positive aspects of whatever is still valued in your local RC church and perhaps some tips on how to find a faithful RC church. I've seen Cardinal Dolan (and before him-Cardinal Egan) and I don't want to be in the same boat with them. I'd rather take my chances and throw myself at the mercy of the Judge (and his mother) than support characters like Dolan and the bishop of Albany, etc.,etc.fREDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01808305520167870728noreply@blogger.com