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For those in the Roman Communion Who Think There is Only One Church …
Consider Bendict XVI’s remarks as reported today by the Vatican Information Service (emphasis mine): The problem Europe has in finding its own identity consists, I believe, in the fact that in Europe today we see two souls: one is abstract anti-historical reason, which seeks to dominate all else because it considers itself above all cultures;…
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Reepicheep – Clark and Van Til
Over at Reepicheep, it was nice to see images of the cover pages of a couple of Van Til’s books demonstrating that Van Til viewed Clark as a brother in Christ, notwithstanding their significant theological differences (link to post). That does not, of course, make right the mistreatment Clark received previously, but it was encouraging…
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"The Real Catholics" – R. Scott Clark and Perkins
R. Scott Clark has posted a series (so far two, I’m not sure if more are in the works) drawn from the works of William Perkins (1558–1602) discussing what constitutes true Catholicity. (part 1)(part 2) In general, both Clark’s and Perkins’ comments are excellent. Clark notes, “Vatican II changed none of the doctrines against which…
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"The Real Catholics" – R. Scott Clark and Perkins
R. Scott Clark has posted a series (so far two, I’m not sure if more are in the works) drawn from the works of William Perkins (1558–1602) discussing what constitutes true Catholicity. (part 1)(part 2) In general, both Clark’s and Perkins’ comments are excellent. Clark notes, “Vatican II changed none of the doctrines against which…
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Dr. Adam Francisco – Understanding Islam
Modern Reformation has posted a couple of videos from Dr. Adam Francisco on “Understanding Islam.” (Part 1)(Part 2). It is fairly rudimentary material, but it may be a useful introduction for folks who think they probably have a good sense of what Islam is, from watching the news. -TurretinFan To God be the Glory!
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Does the Bible Have a Rule about That?
Mob rule brings out the worst in Americans every four years. Sadly, that’s also true of Christians. At this time of year, especially every four years, we get all sorts of appeals from our friends and brethren who are eager to have us join and/or financially support their mob, which will hopefully outnumber, outspend or…
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Response to "The Quick and Easy Guide to God"
The “quick and easy guide to God,” is an image that has been circulating on the Internet in the form of a flow-chart. The flow chart begins with the premise “evil exists.” I suppose that one easy way to address this chart is to point out that “evil” doesn’t exist. “Evil” is an abstract idea.…
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Response to "The Quick and Easy Guide to God"
The “quick and easy guide to God,” is an image that has been circulating on the Internet in the form of a flow-chart. The flow chart begins with the premise “evil exists.” I suppose that one easy way to address this chart is to point out that “evil” doesn’t exist. “Evil” is an abstract idea.…
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What Else Has Been Destroyed?
According to the linked news report, the papers that the pope’s butler leaked were papers that the pope had personally indicated as being papers to be destroyed. This reminds us of the similar case of Archbishop Dziwsz refusing to follow John Paul II’s request that his personal papers be destroyed after his death. Given…
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In Whom Is His Trust?
Today, the Vatican Information Service reports: Benedict XVI today made a pastoral visit to Loreto, Italy, where he entrusted to the Blessed Virgin – venerated in the famous Marian shrine there – two impending ecclesial events: the Synod of Bishops on new evangelisation which is to run from 7 to 28 October, and the Year…