The document provides an overview of the book "Donec Formetur Christus in Vobis" ("Until Christ Be Formed in You") by James Alberione, the founder of the Pauline Family. It describes Alberione's spiritual journey and how he established the Pauline Family in the early 20th century to spread the gospel using modern media like print. It details the growth of the Pauline printing press and religious communities from small beginnings in the 1910s to hundreds of members and widespread publication by the 1920s.
The document discusses the origins of the Protestant Reformation, including the rise of humanism which encouraged questioning religious authorities, corruption and financial issues within the Catholic Church, and the work of early reformers like John Wycliffe and Desiderius Erasmus who criticized the Church and translated the Bible into local languages. It also outlines a student project to create a booklet about the Reformation by coloring maps to show the spread of Christianity in Europe before and after the Reformation.
In medieval Europe, Roman Catholicism was the dominant and only officially recognized religion. The Catholic Church hierarchy mirrored the Roman Empire structure, with the Pope as the head of the Church. The Church had immense power over people's spiritual lives, deciding if they would go to heaven or hell, and wielding control over religious doctrine and interpretations of the Bible. This gave the Church significant influence over many aspects of life in medieval Europe.
This document provides background on Robert P. Jones, an author who has written books on the history of American evangelicals, civil rights, and Republican politics. It discusses Jones' upbringing in the Baptist church in the South and his subsequent studies on American religion during the Civil War, Reconstruction, and Civil Rights eras. The document notes that Jones' books explore the complicated history of how the Southern Baptist church approached issues of slavery and civil rights over time, from defending slavery before the Civil War to gradually becoming more supportive of racial justice issues in recent decades.
This document discusses the state of the Catholic Church in England before the Protestant Reformation. It presents differing views on whether the Church was in need of reform or still satisfied people's needs. Some historians like John Foxe argued the Church was unpopular and corrupt, while others note that most people's lives still centered around the Church. The document also examines popular religious practices, criticisms of clergy, and early figures who opposed some Catholic doctrines, like humanists and reformers John Colet. It introduces Martin Luther's challenges to Catholic theology and indulgences, and how his ideas began spreading to England through figures like William Tyndale.
The document discusses the key changes to the Catholic mass and liturgy brought about by the Second Vatican Council in 1963. It oversaw reforms to increase lay participation, use of local languages instead of just Latin, and a shift towards a more communal celebration of the Eucharist. While changes were gradual, today most Catholics take for granted liturgical elements like communion under both kinds, a more active role for women, and an emphasis on scripture reading that were introduced by Vatican II. The Council aimed to make the mass more relevant and accessible to modern times while still maintaining continuity with Catholic tradition.
The document contains prayers and scripture passages for praying the Rosary with a focus on the Joyful Mysteries. It provides 10 scripture verses for each decade of the Rosary that correspond to each Mystery. The verses highlight the fidelity and strength of Christ. The document instructs the reader on how to pray the Rosary and includes the standard prayers used.
The document provides an overview of the book "Donec Formetur Christus in Vobis" ("Until Christ Be Formed in You") by James Alberione, the founder of the Pauline Family. It describes Alberione's spiritual journey and how he established the Pauline Family in the early 20th century to spread the gospel using modern media like print. It details the growth of the Pauline printing press and religious communities from small beginnings in the 1910s to hundreds of members and widespread publication by the 1920s.
The document discusses the origins of the Protestant Reformation, including the rise of humanism which encouraged questioning religious authorities, corruption and financial issues within the Catholic Church, and the work of early reformers like John Wycliffe and Desiderius Erasmus who criticized the Church and translated the Bible into local languages. It also outlines a student project to create a booklet about the Reformation by coloring maps to show the spread of Christianity in Europe before and after the Reformation.
In medieval Europe, Roman Catholicism was the dominant and only officially recognized religion. The Catholic Church hierarchy mirrored the Roman Empire structure, with the Pope as the head of the Church. The Church had immense power over people's spiritual lives, deciding if they would go to heaven or hell, and wielding control over religious doctrine and interpretations of the Bible. This gave the Church significant influence over many aspects of life in medieval Europe.
This document provides background on Robert P. Jones, an author who has written books on the history of American evangelicals, civil rights, and Republican politics. It discusses Jones' upbringing in the Baptist church in the South and his subsequent studies on American religion during the Civil War, Reconstruction, and Civil Rights eras. The document notes that Jones' books explore the complicated history of how the Southern Baptist church approached issues of slavery and civil rights over time, from defending slavery before the Civil War to gradually becoming more supportive of racial justice issues in recent decades.
This document discusses the state of the Catholic Church in England before the Protestant Reformation. It presents differing views on whether the Church was in need of reform or still satisfied people's needs. Some historians like John Foxe argued the Church was unpopular and corrupt, while others note that most people's lives still centered around the Church. The document also examines popular religious practices, criticisms of clergy, and early figures who opposed some Catholic doctrines, like humanists and reformers John Colet. It introduces Martin Luther's challenges to Catholic theology and indulgences, and how his ideas began spreading to England through figures like William Tyndale.
The document discusses the key changes to the Catholic mass and liturgy brought about by the Second Vatican Council in 1963. It oversaw reforms to increase lay participation, use of local languages instead of just Latin, and a shift towards a more communal celebration of the Eucharist. While changes were gradual, today most Catholics take for granted liturgical elements like communion under both kinds, a more active role for women, and an emphasis on scripture reading that were introduced by Vatican II. The Council aimed to make the mass more relevant and accessible to modern times while still maintaining continuity with Catholic tradition.
The document contains prayers and scripture passages for praying the Rosary with a focus on the Joyful Mysteries. It provides 10 scripture verses for each decade of the Rosary that correspond to each Mystery. The verses highlight the fidelity and strength of Christ. The document instructs the reader on how to pray the Rosary and includes the standard prayers used.
The document discusses the relationship between public and private spheres in early Christian worship and society. It explores how early Christians integrated the household (oikos) into the public sphere (polis) through worship, reconciling the two. Their worship resisted being confined solely to either the private household or public civic realms. The church became a "third space" that incorporated both and redefined human relationships and identity in a political way through shared public worship.
This document provides an overview and evaluation of a documentary film called "China's Open Door and Revival" from multiple perspectives:
1. The historical perspective traces revival movements in China from the early 1900s through the 1980s-2000s and observes signs of revival seen in the documentary film.
2. Theologically, it discusses the need for a theology of Spirit-empowerment and addresses concerns about emotionalism and testing the authenticity of revival.
3. From a biblical perspective, it explores definitions and aspects of revival seen in scripture and compares revival and evangelism.
4. From a missiological view, it touches on themes of worship/witness, apostolic paradigm, and revival as
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST HISTORY; (ADVENTIST HERITAGE) Credits to Adventist University of the Philippines Theology Students Reports, From the Class of Pastor Cadao
From August - December 2018.
- Report 1 (R1) - Report 23 (R23)
The document provides background information on key figures and events leading up to the Protestant Reformation. It discusses the rise of humanism and questions about religious authority within the Catholic Church in the 14th-15th centuries. Two important early reformers mentioned are John Wycliffe, who advocated for biblical authority over the Pope, and Erasmus, a Christian humanist who criticized the Church's focus on money and indulgences. The rest of the document outlines a student project to create an informative booklet on the Reformation, including maps of pre-and post-Reformation religious locations in Europe, a table comparing Lutheranism, Calvinism and Anglicanism, and a timeline of important Reformation events.
Ch. 6 Sec 2 Discontent with the Church of RomeAttebery
Some people disagreed with four doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church: (1) transubstantiation and the belief that works were necessary for salvation; (2) the Roman Church authorized the Inquisition to find and punish heretics; (3) the pope said everyone had to submit to him to be saved and there was corruption like the sale of indulgences; (4) people had to express discontent in private due to persecution.
Catholicism isn't bible based-Yes it is!Tim Kusner
The document addresses a friend's claim that the Catholic Church is not Biblically based because it creates new rituals and beliefs over time. It argues that all churches change over time, and that the Catholic Church is more Biblically based than Protestant faiths because it had the settled canon of scripture first. It also argues that traditions mentioned in the Bible by Paul provide authority for new rituals, and that the Catholic Church's practices can be traced to the earliest Christian communities and apostles like Peter.
This document provides a summary of the history of God's church from Eden to the present day. It describes how Moses was the first to record God's instructions and how various prophets throughout history called God's people by different names. It then outlines major periods and events in the development of the Seventh-day Adventist Church from the 18th century to the present, including the ministry of William Miller, the Great Disappointment of 1844, the emergence of Sabbath-keeping Adventists, and the organization of the denomination in the 19th century. It profiles influential early Adventist pioneers and leaders and notes some anniversaries and current leadership of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church.
This document provides information about the Petrobrusians, a 12th century Christian sect that was one of the earliest groups to oppose the authority of the Roman Catholic priesthood. It describes their founder, Peter of Bruys, who began preaching against Catholic corruption and clerical vices in southeastern France between 1117-1120. The document outlines five main teachings of the Petrobrusians that were criticized by Peter the Venerable in his treatise responding to their beliefs, including their rejection of infant baptism, building of churches, veneration of crosses, transubstantiation, and prayers for the dead. It concludes by stating that Peter of Bruys was publicly burned to death by an angry Catholic
People disagreed with four doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church: the belief in transubstantiation and salvation through works; putting other authorities on equal footing with the Bible; mandatory confession of sins to priests. This led to persecution through the Inquisition and corruption within the Church hierarchy. Growing dissatisfaction among the people eventually led them to openly express their dissent.
Some people disagreed with four doctrines of the Church of Rome: the belief in transubstantiation and works-based salvation; putting other works on equal footing with the Bible; and mandatory confession of sins to priests. They were also dissatisfied with the persecution by the Roman Inquisition to find and punish heretics, and with the corruption, including multiple popes claiming authority at once and the sale of indulgences. As a result, people had to express their dissatisfaction in secret due to the authoritarian control of the Church of Rome.
Rome's Challenge - Why Do Protest Ants Keep Sundaygoodfriday
This document presents Rome's challenge to Protestants regarding their observance of Sunday as the day of worship instead of Saturday. It notes that most Christians assume Sunday worship is biblically approved, but the Roman Catholic Church asserts it transferred worship from Saturday to Sunday, and that arguing this change was in the Bible denies Catholic authority. The document questions why Protestants, who claim the Bible as their sole authority, do not worship on Saturday as the Bible commands. It suggests Protestants have been teaching and practicing something scripturally false for over 300 years by adopting the practices of the church they consider apostate, contrary to the Bible's teachings.
Diversity/ Debates in Adventism, Yesterday & Todayniwres
The document discusses the theological diversity and changes that have occurred within Seventh-day Adventism over time. It notes that Adventist theology has evolved and taken on different perspectives. There has been disagreement over the nature of God, the Godhead, the law in Galatians, righteousness by faith, and other doctrines. While some advocated conservative or historical positions, others promoted more progressive or evangelical views. The church has moved from largely rejecting the Trinity early on to accepting it as a fundamental belief.
St. Justin de Jacobis was born in Italy in 1800 and entered the Congregation of the Mission in 1818. He was ordained as a priest in 1824. Accepting a call from the Prefect of the Sacred Congregation for the Propagation of the Faith, St. Justin de Jacobis went as the Apostolic Prefect to Abyssinia in 1839 to establish a mission. For twenty years in Abyssinia, he allowed himself to be guided by Providence in evangelizing through learning the local language and culture. St. Justin de Jacobis died of tropical fever in 1860 after suffering many persecutions in his work restoring the Catholic Church in Abyssinia.
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST HISTORY; (ADVENTIST HERITAGE) Credits to Adventist University of the Philippines Theology Students Reports, From the Class of Pastor Cadao
From August - December 2018.
- Report 1 (R1) - Report 23 (R23)
The authority of the Catholic Church grew during this period as popes sought to prevent secular rulers from interfering in church affairs and ensure Christians followed church teachings. Monastic orders like the Benedictines and Cluniacs demanded higher moral standards from clergy and more independence from secular control. Meanwhile, the Investiture Controversy saw Pope Gregory VII and Emperor Henry IV clash over who had authority to appoint bishops, demonstrating the increasing political power and influence of the papacy. This period also saw the establishment of the College of Cardinals, religious reforms, and calls for the church to combat heresy through the Inquisition.
Justin de Jacobis, a 19th century Vincentian missionary to Ethiopia with a great gift of understanding, learned by the example of his founder St. Vincent de Paul to follow God's Providence.
The Christian community in Corinth in the first century was both enthusiastic and problematic when St Paul addressed his epistles to them, and in the second century St Clement of Rome likewise had to praise and scold this enthusiastic and problematic community.
St Clement was an early Pope of Rome, and his Epistle to the Corinthians is the first recorded Epistle from a Roman Pope to a Christian community outside of his diocese, implicitly claiming authority over the Church of Corinth. St Clement was a Second Century Apostolic Church Father who knew both St Peter and St Paul personally, and perhaps many other apostles who walked with Jesus.
Tradition held that St Clement was exiled by the Roman officials to work a quarry near the Black Sea, where he struck a rock so his fellow prisoners could drink. He was martyred when the Roman officials tied him to an anchor and threw him into the Black Sea to drown. Saints Cyril and Methodius found his relics and transferred them to Rome.
Although this epistle was known to the early church, it had been lost until it was discovered in a Bible given to King Charles I by the patriarch of Jerusalem in 1628, and a second Greek manuscript was discovered in Constantinople in 1873.
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The History of the Church: From Christ to Constantine, by Eusebius (263-339)
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Kindle: The Complete Ante-Nicene, Nicene and Post-Nicene Collection of Early Church Fathers
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History of Early Christian Literature (Midway Reprint Series), by Edgar Johnson Goodspeed
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The Path of Christianity: The First Thousand Years Hardcover, by John Anthony McGuckin
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The Early Church, by Henry Chadwick
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The Christian Tradition: A History of the Development of Doctrine, Vol. 1: The Emergence of the Catholic Tradition (100-600) (Volume 1) Paperback – August 15, 1975, by Jaroslav Pelikan
https://amzn.to/2UB183E
Early Christian Writings, The Apostolic Fathers
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Faith of the Early Fathers, (Volume 1)
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History of the baptists By Thomas Armitage (1819-1896)alkitabiah
This document provides a biography of Thomas Armitage, the author of the book "A History of the Baptists". It details his upbringing in Yorkshire, England, his early conversion and preaching as a Methodist, his move to the United States in 1838, and his eventual joining of the Baptist church and ordination in 1848. It also provides context on Armitage's role as the president of the Bible Union and his reputation as one of the greatest preachers in the US. The end includes a short excerpt from Armitage's preface to his book, discussing his approach to writing a Baptist history focused on theological truths rather than ecclesiastical succession.
The Reformation began in the 16th century as Martin Luther publicly questioned doctrines and practices of the Catholic Church. He nailed his 95 Theses criticizing indulgences and other issues to a church door, sparking debate. As more people could read due to the printing press, Protestantism grew across Northern Europe. Separately, King Henry VIII split England from the Catholic Church to allow his divorce, forming the Church of England. Disagreements over religion led to devastating wars like the Thirty Years War in Germany.
Salvador Dali was a famous surrealist artist known for his bizarre and thought-provoking works. His paintings often featured strange imagery and unusual perspectives that challenged rational thought. This document appears to be about an art exhibit showcasing some of Dali's most iconic surrealist paintings and sculptures.
The document discusses the relationship between public and private spheres in early Christian worship and society. It explores how early Christians integrated the household (oikos) into the public sphere (polis) through worship, reconciling the two. Their worship resisted being confined solely to either the private household or public civic realms. The church became a "third space" that incorporated both and redefined human relationships and identity in a political way through shared public worship.
This document provides an overview and evaluation of a documentary film called "China's Open Door and Revival" from multiple perspectives:
1. The historical perspective traces revival movements in China from the early 1900s through the 1980s-2000s and observes signs of revival seen in the documentary film.
2. Theologically, it discusses the need for a theology of Spirit-empowerment and addresses concerns about emotionalism and testing the authenticity of revival.
3. From a biblical perspective, it explores definitions and aspects of revival seen in scripture and compares revival and evangelism.
4. From a missiological view, it touches on themes of worship/witness, apostolic paradigm, and revival as
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST HISTORY; (ADVENTIST HERITAGE) Credits to Adventist University of the Philippines Theology Students Reports, From the Class of Pastor Cadao
From August - December 2018.
- Report 1 (R1) - Report 23 (R23)
The document provides background information on key figures and events leading up to the Protestant Reformation. It discusses the rise of humanism and questions about religious authority within the Catholic Church in the 14th-15th centuries. Two important early reformers mentioned are John Wycliffe, who advocated for biblical authority over the Pope, and Erasmus, a Christian humanist who criticized the Church's focus on money and indulgences. The rest of the document outlines a student project to create an informative booklet on the Reformation, including maps of pre-and post-Reformation religious locations in Europe, a table comparing Lutheranism, Calvinism and Anglicanism, and a timeline of important Reformation events.
Ch. 6 Sec 2 Discontent with the Church of RomeAttebery
Some people disagreed with four doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church: (1) transubstantiation and the belief that works were necessary for salvation; (2) the Roman Church authorized the Inquisition to find and punish heretics; (3) the pope said everyone had to submit to him to be saved and there was corruption like the sale of indulgences; (4) people had to express discontent in private due to persecution.
Catholicism isn't bible based-Yes it is!Tim Kusner
The document addresses a friend's claim that the Catholic Church is not Biblically based because it creates new rituals and beliefs over time. It argues that all churches change over time, and that the Catholic Church is more Biblically based than Protestant faiths because it had the settled canon of scripture first. It also argues that traditions mentioned in the Bible by Paul provide authority for new rituals, and that the Catholic Church's practices can be traced to the earliest Christian communities and apostles like Peter.
This document provides a summary of the history of God's church from Eden to the present day. It describes how Moses was the first to record God's instructions and how various prophets throughout history called God's people by different names. It then outlines major periods and events in the development of the Seventh-day Adventist Church from the 18th century to the present, including the ministry of William Miller, the Great Disappointment of 1844, the emergence of Sabbath-keeping Adventists, and the organization of the denomination in the 19th century. It profiles influential early Adventist pioneers and leaders and notes some anniversaries and current leadership of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church.
This document provides information about the Petrobrusians, a 12th century Christian sect that was one of the earliest groups to oppose the authority of the Roman Catholic priesthood. It describes their founder, Peter of Bruys, who began preaching against Catholic corruption and clerical vices in southeastern France between 1117-1120. The document outlines five main teachings of the Petrobrusians that were criticized by Peter the Venerable in his treatise responding to their beliefs, including their rejection of infant baptism, building of churches, veneration of crosses, transubstantiation, and prayers for the dead. It concludes by stating that Peter of Bruys was publicly burned to death by an angry Catholic
People disagreed with four doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church: the belief in transubstantiation and salvation through works; putting other authorities on equal footing with the Bible; mandatory confession of sins to priests. This led to persecution through the Inquisition and corruption within the Church hierarchy. Growing dissatisfaction among the people eventually led them to openly express their dissent.
Some people disagreed with four doctrines of the Church of Rome: the belief in transubstantiation and works-based salvation; putting other works on equal footing with the Bible; and mandatory confession of sins to priests. They were also dissatisfied with the persecution by the Roman Inquisition to find and punish heretics, and with the corruption, including multiple popes claiming authority at once and the sale of indulgences. As a result, people had to express their dissatisfaction in secret due to the authoritarian control of the Church of Rome.
Rome's Challenge - Why Do Protest Ants Keep Sundaygoodfriday
This document presents Rome's challenge to Protestants regarding their observance of Sunday as the day of worship instead of Saturday. It notes that most Christians assume Sunday worship is biblically approved, but the Roman Catholic Church asserts it transferred worship from Saturday to Sunday, and that arguing this change was in the Bible denies Catholic authority. The document questions why Protestants, who claim the Bible as their sole authority, do not worship on Saturday as the Bible commands. It suggests Protestants have been teaching and practicing something scripturally false for over 300 years by adopting the practices of the church they consider apostate, contrary to the Bible's teachings.
Diversity/ Debates in Adventism, Yesterday & Todayniwres
The document discusses the theological diversity and changes that have occurred within Seventh-day Adventism over time. It notes that Adventist theology has evolved and taken on different perspectives. There has been disagreement over the nature of God, the Godhead, the law in Galatians, righteousness by faith, and other doctrines. While some advocated conservative or historical positions, others promoted more progressive or evangelical views. The church has moved from largely rejecting the Trinity early on to accepting it as a fundamental belief.
St. Justin de Jacobis was born in Italy in 1800 and entered the Congregation of the Mission in 1818. He was ordained as a priest in 1824. Accepting a call from the Prefect of the Sacred Congregation for the Propagation of the Faith, St. Justin de Jacobis went as the Apostolic Prefect to Abyssinia in 1839 to establish a mission. For twenty years in Abyssinia, he allowed himself to be guided by Providence in evangelizing through learning the local language and culture. St. Justin de Jacobis died of tropical fever in 1860 after suffering many persecutions in his work restoring the Catholic Church in Abyssinia.
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST HISTORY; (ADVENTIST HERITAGE) Credits to Adventist University of the Philippines Theology Students Reports, From the Class of Pastor Cadao
From August - December 2018.
- Report 1 (R1) - Report 23 (R23)
The authority of the Catholic Church grew during this period as popes sought to prevent secular rulers from interfering in church affairs and ensure Christians followed church teachings. Monastic orders like the Benedictines and Cluniacs demanded higher moral standards from clergy and more independence from secular control. Meanwhile, the Investiture Controversy saw Pope Gregory VII and Emperor Henry IV clash over who had authority to appoint bishops, demonstrating the increasing political power and influence of the papacy. This period also saw the establishment of the College of Cardinals, religious reforms, and calls for the church to combat heresy through the Inquisition.
Justin de Jacobis, a 19th century Vincentian missionary to Ethiopia with a great gift of understanding, learned by the example of his founder St. Vincent de Paul to follow God's Providence.
The Christian community in Corinth in the first century was both enthusiastic and problematic when St Paul addressed his epistles to them, and in the second century St Clement of Rome likewise had to praise and scold this enthusiastic and problematic community.
St Clement was an early Pope of Rome, and his Epistle to the Corinthians is the first recorded Epistle from a Roman Pope to a Christian community outside of his diocese, implicitly claiming authority over the Church of Corinth. St Clement was a Second Century Apostolic Church Father who knew both St Peter and St Paul personally, and perhaps many other apostles who walked with Jesus.
Tradition held that St Clement was exiled by the Roman officials to work a quarry near the Black Sea, where he struck a rock so his fellow prisoners could drink. He was martyred when the Roman officials tied him to an anchor and threw him into the Black Sea to drown. Saints Cyril and Methodius found his relics and transferred them to Rome.
Although this epistle was known to the early church, it had been lost until it was discovered in a Bible given to King Charles I by the patriarch of Jerusalem in 1628, and a second Greek manuscript was discovered in Constantinople in 1873.
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The History of the Church: From Christ to Constantine, by Eusebius (263-339)
Penguin Classic, introduction by Andrew Louth
https://amzn.to/3eRbZgK
Kindle: The Complete Ante-Nicene, Nicene and Post-Nicene Collection of Early Church Fathers
https://amzn.to/3kMFdBa
The best eBook of Ante-Nicene Fathers, Volume 1, can be purchase at https://www.christianbook.com/
History of Early Christian Literature (Midway Reprint Series), by Edgar Johnson Goodspeed
https://amzn.to/36S0UHV
The Path of Christianity: The First Thousand Years Hardcover, by John Anthony McGuckin
https://amzn.to/2UHXMeW
The Early Church, by Henry Chadwick
https://amzn.to/36W9OUB
The Christian Tradition: A History of the Development of Doctrine, Vol. 1: The Emergence of the Catholic Tradition (100-600) (Volume 1) Paperback – August 15, 1975, by Jaroslav Pelikan
https://amzn.to/2UB183E
Early Christian Writings, The Apostolic Fathers
Penguin Classic, introduction by Andrew Louth
https://amzn.to/2V84r1S
Faith of the Early Fathers, (Volume 1)
https://amzn.to/36TQsj9
The Apostolic Fathers: Greek Texts and English Translations, by Michael W. Holmes
https://amzn.to/3hXiBfq
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History of the baptists By Thomas Armitage (1819-1896)alkitabiah
This document provides a biography of Thomas Armitage, the author of the book "A History of the Baptists". It details his upbringing in Yorkshire, England, his early conversion and preaching as a Methodist, his move to the United States in 1838, and his eventual joining of the Baptist church and ordination in 1848. It also provides context on Armitage's role as the president of the Bible Union and his reputation as one of the greatest preachers in the US. The end includes a short excerpt from Armitage's preface to his book, discussing his approach to writing a Baptist history focused on theological truths rather than ecclesiastical succession.
The Reformation began in the 16th century as Martin Luther publicly questioned doctrines and practices of the Catholic Church. He nailed his 95 Theses criticizing indulgences and other issues to a church door, sparking debate. As more people could read due to the printing press, Protestantism grew across Northern Europe. Separately, King Henry VIII split England from the Catholic Church to allow his divorce, forming the Church of England. Disagreements over religion led to devastating wars like the Thirty Years War in Germany.
Salvador Dali was a famous surrealist artist known for his bizarre and thought-provoking works. His paintings often featured strange imagery and unusual perspectives that challenged rational thought. This document appears to be about an art exhibit showcasing some of Dali's most iconic surrealist paintings and sculptures.
Gaius Octavian Caesar proposes establishing an emperorship with himself at its head. He argues that one leader will provide unity whereas the triumvirate and senate led to division. As emperor, he will rule through the senate and military force while portraying himself as a godlike figure to the people. His roadmap details how he will eliminate potential rivals and consolidate power over the coming years to establish himself as the sole ruler of Rome.
The document announces the Dubai International Art Symposium organized by the Rashid Paediatric Therapy Centre from October 1-8, 2013 in Dubai. The symposium aims to enhance communication between artists and the community and promote the contribution of art to social issues. It will also contribute to cultural dialogue between Arab and world cultures. The first session will pay tribute to Salvador Dali, recognizing his brilliant historical work.
Boston Bar is a rural town of around 410 people with a median age of 50. It has some local businesses and institutions like a health center and food bank. The document profiles 4 community members, including Myles who does construction and likes fishing, and Lou who has experience in social work and childcare. Boston Bar has some secondary assets like the school and library but also faces needs like a lack of jobs, transportation, and poverty on local reserves. Existing groups are trying to address these needs through initiatives like construction projects and community centers.
This document discusses music in three paragraphs. The first paragraph provides background on childhood songs, specifically the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles theme song lyrics. The second paragraph discusses headphone brands and Jimi Hendrix's contributions to music through his innovative guitar playing style. The third paragraph is about opportunities and sponsors in music from June 2012. The document contains a variety of information about different aspects of music.
The document analyzes three songs by Ray Charles - "Alone Together", "Shake Your Tail Feather", and "ZigZag" - and compares their styles to Chicago blues and Delta blues. It finds that "Alone Together" has more of a Delta blues style with its dull, slow pace. "Shake Your Tail Feather" is characterized as more of a Chicago blues style with its upbeat tempo and call-and-response elements. "ZigZag" combines elements of both styles with its fast tempo but inclusion of a 12-bar pattern.
Chris Nowinski Presentation on Brain Injuries at Independent SummitRobert Lee
Chris Nowinski did a presentation on sports-related Brain Injuries at the Independent Retired Football Players Summit at the South Point Resort & Casino in Las Vegas May 2009
The document provides tips and resources for researching companies during a job search. It recommends using the internet to research companies on job boards, business websites, journals, and newspapers. Specific resources mentioned include Hoovers, SEC Edgar filings, company websites, and library reference materials. The document advises looking for company descriptions, contacts, financial ratios, stock information, annual reports, R&D spending, and direction of the company. It emphasizes using the gathered intelligence in interviews to show how a candidate could improve the company. Networking through contacts on LinkedIn and with friends is also presented as a way to gain introductions for informational interviews and potential job opportunities.
A sighting of a South Island kokako, a native New Zealand forest bird previously thought to be extinct, was recently confirmed near Reefton. The kokako is a slate-grey bird with a black mask and distinctive blue wattles below its beak. It is part of an ancient group of wattlebirds and is related to the extinct huia and saddleback birds. Kokako populations have declined severely due to widespread forest destruction and predation by introduced pests like stoats, rats, and possums that raid their nests. There are north and south island subspecies of the kokako, and efforts are needed to protect the endangered populations.
Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) was an American novelist and short story writer. Some of his most famous works include The Scarlet Letter and The House of Seven Gables. He was born in Salem, Massachusetts where he would later work as a surveyor for the Salem Custom House. Hawthorne married Sophia Peabody in 1842 and they had three children together. He is considered one of the major figures of the American Renaissance and helped establish the new nation's first cultural efflorescence.
O documento discute princípios básicos de design como contraste, alinhamento, tipografia, paleta de cores e uso de imagens. Apresenta exemplos destes princípios e enfatiza a importância da repetição, consistência e equilíbrio no design.
Nathaniel Hawthorne was born in 1804 in Salem, Massachusetts. He attended Bowdoin College and published a collection of short stories called Twice-Told Tales in 1837. He married Sophia Peabody in 1842. Hawthorne held a political appointment at the Salem Custom House from 1846-1849, but found the job stifled his creativity. He left Salem in 1849 and wrote several famous novels, including The Scarlet Letter and The House of Seven Gables. Hawthorne died in 1864 in Plymouth, New Hampshire.
The Hawthorne Studies examined how changes in working conditions affected employee productivity. Researchers found that productivity increased when workers were treated as a team and given short breaks, hot meals, and earlier dismissal times. The studies concluded that motivation, cooperation among coworkers, and involving employees in decision making can boost productivity.
This document provides information about an art class. It was a trompe-l'œil art project from Fall 2012 inspired by artist J.D. Hillberry. The class was Art 2 taught by Mr. Brandt at Rock Hill High School.
This document contains a collection of Japanese sayings and proverbs on various topics. Some of the key ones summarized are:
- "Empty-handed I entered the world / Barefoot I leave it" about the simplicity of life.
- "Time is not a line, but a series of now-points" speaking to living in the present moment.
- "The stake that sticks out gets hammered down" meaning to not draw unnecessary attention or criticism.
- "Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher" emphasizing the value of learning from experts.
- "We're fools whether we dance or not, so we might as
-Cell Division Process In Prokaryotes & Eukaryotes
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The document provides a personal account of life at the Venerable English College in Rome during the first session of the Second Vatican Council in 1962. It describes the monastic regime at the seminary prior to the Council. It discusses Pope John XXIII's decision to call the Council in order to bring "fresh air" to the Church and help it "read the signs of the times." It outlines some of the major debates that occurred during the first session, including the rejection of draft documents, and how the Council shifted from being a merely rubber-stamping event to a true exercise in collegiality and theological debate.
Vatican II was a landmark council that aimed to update and renew the Catholic Church from 1962-1965. It addressed topics like the church's relationship with the modern world, ecumenism, religious freedom, and the role of the laity. Major outcomes included defining the church as the people of God rather than the hierarchy, emphasizing collegiality between the Pope and bishops, encouraging dialogue with other faiths, and renewing the liturgy to be more participatory. The council shifted the church from a "fortress mentality" to a stance of unity with humanity.
This presentation discusses the crisis in the Catholic Church, its causes, and its remedy. It asserts that the crisis was caused by liberalism, modernism, and errors that led to Vatican II. These resulted in a loss of vocations and the closing of churches and religious orders. The remedy is seen as restoring the traditional Latin Mass and Catholic traditions. The Society of St. Pius X is presented as upholding the traditional faith and mass, with over 600 priests and religious orders around the world. The motu proprio of 2007 allowing the traditional Latin mass more widely is discussed. Questions from the audience are invited on related topics and how to support the traditional restoration.
This presentation discusses the crisis in the Catholic Church, its causes, and its remedy. It asserts that the crisis was caused by liberalism, modernism, and errors that led to Vatican II. These errors included religious liberty, ecumenism, and collegiality. The presentation claims Vatican II and the Novus Ordo Mass led to a decline in the Church seen in statistics. It promotes the Society of St. Pius X and the traditional Latin Mass as the remedy, restoring the Church to its former state. The presenter takes questions on related topics.
This document summarizes media coverage of Pope Francis and Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby on issues related to poverty, women, homosexuality, and child abuse. It finds that both religious leaders receive significant press on their focus on poverty, but conservative views on women and homosexuality also receive coverage. Coverage of Welby's changing views on homosexuality over time is also documented. Criticism of both leaders for not going far enough in advancing social issues like women's rights and gay marriage is also presented.
A christian reflection on the freedom of expressionOpenSpace
This document discusses Christian perspectives on freedom of expression. It provides several examples where Christians have protested or called for bans of certain artistic works or depictions that they found offensive. The document argues that from a biblical perspective, Christians should embrace freedom of expression and tolerate differing viewpoints. It encourages viewing Christianity as a religion that promotes tolerance and sees Christ in all people, regardless of how they are depicted. The document concludes by advocating for upholding fundamental rights and freedoms for all.
Spring 2014 newsletter Cornerstone Fellowship of Mill RunStephen Olivieri
The newsletter from Cornerstone Fellowship of Mill Run provides information on upcoming church events and activities over the spring and summer months. It also includes a full-page article by the pastor discussing why church attendance has declined in recent decades and encouraging people to feel comfortable being honest about their struggles at church in order to find community and grace. The pastor argues that liberal theology and negative media portrayals of Christianity have contributed to skepticism of the church but that focusing on legalism over grace has also driven people away.
Who should study the Catholic and Lutheran Catechisms? Everyone! Everyone, even if you are neither Catholic nor Lutheran. Everyone who wants to live a godly life should study the Catechism. Both the Lutheran and Catholic Catechisms have sections for the Ten Commandments, the Sacraments, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Creeds. If you ignore the sections in the Large Catechism where Luther curses the Pope and calls him names, studying both the Catholic and Lutheran Catechisms will improve your soul. Vatican II teaches that Catholics can learn from their separated Protestant brothers, which means that Catholics can read Luther.
The Catholic Catechism was reviewed by thousands of bishops before publication, many thousands of suggestions were pondered, more thought and care was invested in the editing of the Catholic Catechism than probably any modern book in print. You ignore this wisdom at your moral peril. These teachings are not merely preachings, they are annotated by thousands of footnotes to both Scripture verses and the writings of the Church Fathers and the decrees of Vatican II, Trent, and the other councils, so you can go back to the sources yourself. By design, the Catholic Catechism references both the Eastern Church Fathers, so beloved by the Orthodox, and the Western Church Fathers, staring with St Augstine, in roughly equal proportion.
Cardinal Ratzinger, who would later become Pope Benedict, in an in-depth interview in 1985 that the spirit of Vatican II had faded, that it failed to generate a new enthusiasm, but instead Catholicism had become trapped in a spirit of “boredom and discouragement.” What the opponents and supporters of Vatican II shared in common is neither understood nor studied the actual decrees of Vatican II. The solution would be a new Catechism to summarize the teachings of Vatican II.
We are planning a course of study, starting with the Decalogue, or Ten Commandments, and read most of the works quoted in the footnotes of the Catholic Catechism, many of them are church fathers. We will also ponder what the church fathers, the medieval rabbis, Luther in his Large Catechism, and preachers and scholars can teach us about the Decalogue.
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The document discusses the ongoing sexual abuse scandals within the Catholic Church around the world, focusing on Ireland and Australia. It summarizes that the scandals have rocked the Church and quotes victims and church officials. The scandals have deeply damaged trust in the Church's leadership and its ability to reform itself and prevent future abuse.
The document discusses issues related to family life from various perspectives. It talks about the challenges faced by women, children, and families experiencing domestic violence. It notes that family problems differ between Asia/Africa and Europe. Suggestions are offered to deal with mid-life crises. The duties of priests and religious to teach Church teachings are emphasized. Gender inequality and broken families are discussed as current realities. Pastoral care for broken families, as emphasized by Pope Francis, is elaborated on. The synod is hoped to help reveal God's merciful face through the Church.
Adventism and Catholicism. Changing Attitudes ?niwres
- Historically, Seventh-day Adventists held strongly anti-Catholic views and teachings, identifying the Catholic Church as the prophesied "Babylon" and "beast" power. They produced significant publications warning about Catholic influence and conspiracy.
- However, over time Adventist attitudes changed. They began recognizing cruelty on both sides of the Protestant-Catholic divide. Vatican II reforms also lessened anti-Catholic stances. Adventists now have more open relationships with other Christian denominations.
- Some early Adventist pioneers like Ellen White warned about dangers of "worldly Protestantism" as well, but the church later downplayed this to seek acceptance from conservative Protestants. Meetings in the 1950
Sexuality and Identity: Scientific Findings
Paul R. McHugh, MD
Aaron Kheriaty, MD
Executive Summary of “Living the Truth in Love”
An international conference and resource event to address pastoral approaches toward men and women with homosexual tendencies
October 2, 2015
Pontifical University of St. Thomas Rome, Italy
Today, terms like “homosexual persons” and “sexual orientation” are used as if they had a univocal meaning and described objective, even obvious realities existing in the world. But phrases like “homosexual persons” and “sexual orientation” can be misleading, and words like “homosexual” and “homosexuality” are ambiguous.
Insisting on language better suited to scientific and anthropological realities will help clarify the truth about our identity as human persons and the true basis of our dignity, for those within and beyond our religious communities.
Computer, Consciousness, Creativity
By Susan Greenfield
Talk presented at the 19th International Interdisciplinary Seminar
What differentiates human persons from animals and machines? Netherhall House, London, 5-1-2017
Baroness Susan Greenfield CBE, is a British scientist, writer, broadcaster and member of the House of Lords. Specialising in the physiology of the brain, Susan researches the impact of 21st century technologies on the mind, how the brain generates consciousness and novel approaches to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Susan has written a range of non-specialist books on issues relating to the mind and brain for the general reader. She appears regularly on radio and television and frequently gives talks to the public and private sector.
De vreugde van het evangelie, teksten ter overwegingCSR
De vreugde van het evangelie
teksten ter overweging
Paus Franciscus:
Apostolische Exhortatie Evangelii Gaudium van 24-XI-2013
EVANGELII GAUDIUM
AAN DE PRIESTERS EN DE DIAKENS
DE GODGEWIJDE PERSONEN
EN DE LEKENGELOVIGEN
OVER DE VERKONDIGING VAN HET EVANGELIE
IN DE WERELD VAN VANDAAG
nr. 1-49 en 259-288;
heilige Jozefmaria Escrivá:
De Smidse, nr. 1;
Kinderen van God. Dragers van de enige vlam die de weg van de mensen op aarde kan verlichten; van het enige licht waarvoor schaduw, schemer of duisternis wijkt.
De Heer gebruikt ons als fakkels om dat licht te laten schijnen… Het hangt van ons af of veel mensen niet langer in de duisternis blijven, maar de paden volgen die naar het eeuwig leven leiden.
Homilie: Opdat alle mensen gered worden,
in Vrienden van God, nr. 256-273.
Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk
Keizersgracht 220
1016 DZ Amsterdam
http://olvkerk.nl/
november 2016
Pope Francis' recent document Amoris Laetitia on love in the family is rich with excellent teaching offered in an accessible style. While some headlines suggested it changes Catholic teachings, it reaffirms the Church's beliefs on marriage, family, and sexuality. The document should be understood in the context of previous Catholic thought. Chapter 8 discusses including divorced and civilly remarried Catholics in the life of the Church with compassion, but does not override the truth of marriage as a permanent covenant or Church discipline on sacraments. The Archbishop believes reading and reflecting on the document can only enrich Catholics.
Mgr. Angel Rodríguez Luño is hoogleraar theologie aan de Pauselijke Universiteit van het heilig Kruis. In dit essay geeft hij leerstellige richtsnoeren voor pastorale oordelen die bruikbaar kunnen zijn voor een evenwichtige lectuur van de recente Apostolische Exhortatie Amoris laetitia van paus Franciscus van 19-3-2016.
De Apostolische Exhortatie Amoris laetitia biedt de uitgangspunten voor een nieuwe en noodzakelijke impuls van het gezinspastoraat in al zijn facetten. Hoofdstuk VIII gaat over delicate situaties waarin de menselijke zwakheid in het bijzonder tot uiting komt. De aanpak die paus Franciscus voorstelt kan samengevat worden met de woorden die de titel vormen van het hoofdstuk: “Vergezellen, onderscheiden en integreren van de zwakheid”. We worden uitgenodigd om niet te snel te oordelen, houdingen van afstand nemen en buitensluiting te vermijden. We dienen de taak niet uit de weg te gaan om goed de verschillende situaties te onderscheiden en met de betrokkenen een dialoog aan te gaan die oprecht is en vol barmhartigheid. “Het gaat om een traject van begeleiding en onderscheiding die «deze gelovigen oriënteert om zich bewust te worden van hun situatie tegenover God. Het gesprek met de priester, in het inwendig rechtsbereik (forum internum), draagt bij aan de vorming van een juist oordeel over hetgeen een belemmering vormt voor een meer volledige deelname aan het leven van de Kerk en over de wijze waarop deze belemmering stapsgewijze kan worden overwonnen. Daar er geen geleidelijkheid van de wet bestaat (Vgl. Familiaris consortio, nr. 34), kan men bij de beoordeling nooit de eisen van de waarheid en van de liefde uit het oog verliezen, zoals we die aantreffen in het Evangelie en ons door de Kerk worden voorgehouden»”(paus Franciscus Amoris laetitia, nr. 300). Het kan praktisch zijn om enkele punten in herinnering te brengen waar men rekening mee moet houden opdat de oordeelsvorming geschiedt conform de leer van de Kerk, die de Paus veronderstelt en geenszins heeft willen veranderen.
Het jaar 2016 is door de paus uitgeroepen tot het heilig Jaar van Barmhartigheid (8 december 2015 - op 20 november 2016). Het werd aangekondigd in de be bul van de paus ‘Misericordiae vultus’, ‘Aangezicht van Barmhartigheid’
In de bul reikt paus Franciscus verschillende Bijbelteksten aan die spreken over de barmhartigheid van God en de barmhartige liefde van Christus. De paus verwijst naar de parabels die gaan over barmhartigheid: het verloren schaap, de verloren munt en de verloren zoon (Lucas 15, 1-32).
Paus Franciscus hoopt dat iedere christen zich bezint op de geestelijke en lichamelijke werken van barmhartigheid. Hij wijst er in zijn tekst op dat de Heer ons oordeelt naar de mate waarin wij hongerigen gevoed hebben, dorstigen te drinken hebben gegeven, de naakte gekleed hebben, de vreemdeling welkom geheten hebben, zieken genezen hebben, de gevangenen bezocht hebben en de doden begraven hebben.
Brevard County School Board Rejects LGBT Policy
Feb 24, 2016
Late Tuesday the Brevard County School Board unanimously voted to reject a proposal to add "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" to the school’s nondiscrimination ordinance, after reading a letter from Liberty Counsel (see pages 2-6) and hearing from nearly 100 parents who spoke in opposition to the LGBT policy.
"Liberty Counsel salutes the many parents who stood up in opposition to this dangerous policy change. We win when we show up," said Mat Staver, Founder and Chairman of Liberty Counsel. "The vote to reject this proposal represents another victory for families and religious liberty." Liberty Counsel stands with parents to defend their children against such attacks on their rights of free speech, religion, and privacy. In a letter to the school board, Liberty Counsel said, "These are bad policies that chill free speech and threaten religious liberties.
By way of brief introduction, Liberty Counsel is a non-profit litigation, education, and policy organization with an emphasis on constitutional law, with offices in Orlando, Florida, as well as Lynchburg, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Liberty Counsel provides pro bono legal representation to individuals, groups, and government entities, such as school districts, with a particular focus on religious liberty and other First Amendment issues.
We write at the request of concerned community members and parents of students within the Brevard County Schools (“the District”), regarding the inappropriate proposed additions of “sexual orientation” and “gender identity or expression” to District nondiscrimination policies, which would cover students, and the changes proposed to “Policy 3122 - Equal Employment Opportunity” which would cover District employees. The District should refuse to add “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to District nondiscrimination policies.
De toekomst van het begrip 'richting' in de onderwijswetgevingCSR
De toekomst van het begrip ‘richting’ in de onderwijswetgeving
René Guldenmund
Nederland heeft een uniek onderwijssysteem, waarbij scholen die tot een formeel erkende religieuze of levensbeschouwelijke richting behoren (bijzondere scholen) op dezelfde voet worden bekostigd als openbare scholen. Onderwijs is een van de weinige beleidsvelden waar erkenning van een geloof of levensbeschouwing voorkomt.
Dit stelsel staat in de politieke arena ter discussie, waarbij twee alternatieven worden aangedragen: verruiming tegenover afschaffing van het begrip richting. Dit artikel beschrijft het bijzonder onderwijs aan de hand van de katholieke richting. Geconcludeerd wordt dat het bijzonder onderwijs zijn wortels heeft in de civil society en dat verruiming van het begrip ‘richting’ de voorkeur verdient boven afschaffing. Van belang is wel dat ook in haar verruimde toepassing de verbinding met een gedeelde visie op de mens voorop moet blijven staan.
Tijdschrift voor Religie, Recht en Beleid 2015 (6) 2; doi: 10.5553/TvRRB/187977842015006002004
Rushing toward death?
Assisted dying in the Netherlands
Mar 28, 2016 by Theo A. Boer
A former member of a euthanasia review board in the Netherlands has written a stinging attack on the policy he once formed part of.
Dr Theo de Boer, professor of health care ethics at the Theological University in Kampen and associate professor of ethics at the Protestant Theological University in Groningen, speaks from a unique perspective. Not only was he involved in the adminstration of legalised euthanasia, he is also intimately familiar with arguments put forward by some Christian theologians to justify it.
Writing in the American Protestant magazine Christian Century this week, Dr de Boer says that from 2005 to 2014, he reviewed nearly 4,000 cases of assisted dying as a member of one of the five Dutch regional committees. He thought it was a “robust and humane system” and defended it at ecumenical gatherings.
However, in 2007, he says that the pace of euthanasia began to accelerate, rising by 15 percent each year. As the numbers soared, the criteria expanded. Even children became eligible. The biggest change was the reason for requesting death. Originally defenders of assisted dying described heart-breaking stories of tormented patients who just wanted to die peacefully. But this changed. Nowadays, many people simply want to take an early exit from loneliness or bereavement or meaninglessness.
Darwinism all the way: crossing the line between selection and eugenicsCSR
Darwinism all the way:
crossing the line between selection and eugenics
authors: Paulius Patalavičius, Rimantas Andrulevičius, Titas Braukyla, Povilas Andrijauskas, Ignacio Villalon
This talk was presented at the International Symposium on "Is evolution the smartest form of creation?" at Pedralbes, Barcelona, 3-1-2016
Volgens een goed gedocumenteerd overlevering is Maria, de moeder van Jezus, voor het eerst op 9 December 1531 verschenen aan een arme, net bekeerde Indiaanse man, Juan Diego, in de heuvels van Tepeyac in Mexico. Onze Lieve Vrouwe van Guadalupe vroeg Diego of hij naar de bisschop kon gaan om te vragen of er een tempel voor haar gebouwd kon worden op de plek waar ze verschenen was. De bisschop geloofde het verhaal van Juan Diego niet en wilde bewijs zien voor haar verschijning. Daarop vroeg La Virgen de Guadalupe Juan Diego om zeldzame rozen te plukken die normaliter niet in december groeien en ze in zijn mantel te verzamelen en aan de bisschop te geven als bewijs. Toen Juan Diego zijn mantel opende voor de bisschop, vielen de rozen die hij verzameld had eruit en verscheen het beeld van La Virgen de Guadalupe in volle glorie op zijn mantel. De bisschop geloofde Juan Diego nu eindelijk en er werd een basiliek gebouwd in de heuvels van Tepeyac in de naam van deze Maagd. Tot op de dag van vandaag wordt deze basiliek druk bezocht door pelgrims die Guadalupe vereren.
Deze presentatie werd samengesteld door J.A. Nuñez, pr. en gehouden op 12-12-2015 in een zaal van de Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk aan de Keizersgracht in Amsterdam
Evolución y creación: revelación y razón
(Evolution and Creation: Revelation and Reason)
SANTIAGO COLLADO GONZÁLEZ
Facultad Eclesiástica de Filosofía Universidad de Navarra scollado@unav.es
Es frecuente considerar que la fe en general, y la Iglesia católica en particular, han sido y son un obstáculo para el desarrollo de la ciencia. La hostilidad de la Iglesia a las teorías evolutivas es uno de los argumentos a los que se acuden para defender esta tesis. En este trabajo se estudian la verdad histórica de la oposición de la Iglesia al Darwinismo. Finalmente y de una manera breve se ofrecen algunas líneas que pueden orientar la comprensión de la compatibilidad y armonía de las teorías evolutivas con la doctrina teológica de la creación.
Palabras clave: creación; evolución; ciencia y fe.
Abstract. Faith in general and the Catholic Church in particular have often been considered, and they still are, as an obstacle to the development of science. The alleged hostility of the Church to evolutionary theories is one of the arguments given by proponents of this thesis. This paper studies the historical truth of the Church’s opposition to Darwinism. Finally, it outlines a proposal that could help to understand the harmony and compatibility between the evolutionary theories and the theological doctrine of creation.
Keywords: creation; evolution; science and faith.
Scientia et Fides, 2(1)/2014, 31–57
Paus Franciscus Laudato Si, over de zorg voor het gemeenschappelijke huisCSR
Laudato si' - Tweede Encycliek van Paus Franciscus
Na de eerste Encycliek Lumen Fidei, voortbordurend op de tekst die Emeritus-Paus Benedictus XVI al voor een belangrijk deel had klaargemaakt, en de Apostolische Exhortatie Evangelii Gaudium, is de tweede Encycliek 'Laudato Si' het derde grote document dat onder Paus Franciscus is uitgekomen.
"Zoals u weet zal morgen de encycliek over de verzorging van de "gemeenschappelijke huis" worden gepubliceerd. Ons "huis" wordt geruïneerd en dat doet iedereen pijn, vooral de armsten. Ik doe daarom een beroep op verantwoordelijkheid, op basis van de taak die God de mens in de schepping heeft toegewezen: de 'tuin' waarin Hij hem heeft geplaatst 'verzorgen en onderhouden'.
Ik nodig iedereen uit om met een open hart dit document te ontvangen, die gesteld is in de lijn van de sociale leer van de Kerk ." (Paus Franciscus tijdens de audiëntie van 17 juni 2015)
Werkvertaling uit het Italiaans: drs. H.M.G. Kretzers i.s.m. dr. L.J.M. Hendriks, pr. en de redactie
http://www.rkdocumenten.nl/rkdocs/
El documento discute la visión bíblica del matrimonio. Examina los pasajes del Antiguo y Nuevo Testamento relacionados con el matrimonio, incluyendo las enseñanzas de Jesús y Pablo. Jesús confirma que el matrimonio es una unión permanente establecida por Dios, y que el divorcio solo se permitió en el Antiguo Testamento debido a la dureza de corazón. Pablo enseña que el matrimonio es un gran misterio que refleja la unión de Cristo con la Iglesia.
Being young in Europe today - demographic trends
Data extracted in March 2015. Most recent data: Further Eurostat information, Main tables and Database
This article is part of a set of statistical articles based on the Eurostat flagship publication ’Being young in
Europe today’ (which can be consulted in order to get a layouted pdf version). It presents a range of demographic
statistics for children (defined here as those aged 0–14 years) and young people (defined here as those
aged 15–29 years) across the European Union (EU) . As Europe continues to age, the historical shape of its age
pyramid has moved away from a triangle (associated with an expanding population) and has been reshaped,
with a smaller proportion of children and young people and an increased share of elderly persons.
De late Alphons Ariëns
Wat deed Alphons Ariëns na zijn Enschedese periode?
door
Jan Hinke
De sociaal bewogen priester Alphons Ariëns (Utrecht 1860 – Amersfoort 1928) is vooral bekend van wat hij deed in zijn Enschedese periode. Hij was hier kapelaan van 1886 tot 1901 en organiseerde er de katholieke arbeiders.Wat hij daarna deed, in de resterende 27 jaar van zijn leven, toen hij pastoor was te Steenderen en Maarssen, is minder bekend. In historisch perspectief gezien was die tweede fase van zijn leven minstens zo vruchtbaar. Niet alleen gingen zijn werkzaamheden zich afspelen op een grotere schaal namelijk landelijk, maar ook kregen zijn aanvankelijk vooral politiek-maatschappelijke activiteiten steeds meer een ethische en religieuze dimensie. Aldus bekeken is zijn optreden in Enschede nog maar een begin geweest.
www.arienscomite.nl
Dit artikel werd gepubliceerd in 't Inschrien, Kwataalblad van de Vereniging Oudheidkamer Twente, 2014/3, pp 10-15
This is the famous article of Card. Schönborn in the New York Times (July 7, 2005) on evolution.
EVER since 1996, when Pope John Paul II said that evolution (a term he did not define) was "more than just a hypothesis," defenders of neo-Darwinian dogma have often invoked the supposed acceptance - or at least acquiescence - of the Roman Catholic Church when they defend their theory as somehow compatible with Christian faith.
But this is not true. The Catholic Church, while leaving to science many details about the history of life on earth, proclaims that by the light of reason the human intellect can readily and clearly discern purpose and design in the natural world, including the world of living things.
Evolution in the sense of common ancestry might be true, but evolution in the neo-Darwinian sense - an unguided, unplanned process of random variation and natural selection - is not. Any system of thought that denies or seeks to explain away the overwhelming evidence for design in biology is ideology, not science.
The Vulnerabilities of Individuals Born Under Swati Nakshatra.pdfAstroAnuradha
Individuals born under Swati Nakshatra often exhibit a strong sense of independence and adaptability, yet they may also face vulnerabilities such as indecisiveness and a tendency to be easily swayed by external influences. Their quest for balance and harmony can sometimes lead to inner conflict and a lack of assertiveness. To know more visit: astroanuradha.com
Astronism, Cosmism and Cosmodeism: the space religions espousing the doctrine...Cometan
This lecture created by Brandon Taylorian (aka Cometan) specially for the CESNUR Conference held Bordeaux in June 2024 provides a brief introduction to the legacy of religious and philosophical thought that Astronism emerges from, namely the discourse on transcension started assuredly by the Cosmists in Russia in the mid-to-late nineteenth century and then carried on and developed by Mordecai Nessyahu in Cosmodeism in the twentieth century. Cometan also then provides some detail on his story in founding Astronism in the early twenty-first century from 2013 along with details on the central Astronist doctrine of transcension. Finally, the lecture concludes with some contributions made by space religions and space philosophy and their influences on various cultural facets in art, literature and film.
Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
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Lucid Dreaming: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
Addressing Common Concerns
Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
Potential Risks of Lucid Dreaming
While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
Lucid dreaming is safe and beneficial if done with caution. It has many benefits, such as overcoming fear and improving mental health, and minimal risks. There are many resources and tutorials available for those interested in trying it.
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Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
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2. Ed Koch about Pope Benedictus XVI 2
Thursday Apr 08, 2010
Koch's Comments:
He that is without sin, let him
cast the next stone - enough
already
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Koch's Comments New York's legendary
Jewish former mayor Ed Koch scopes out the
scene in the US
3. Ed Koch about Pope Benedictus XVI 3
Attacks by the media The pope admitted fault
I believe the continuing attacks by the media on the The sexual molestation of children, principally boys,
Roman Catholic Church and Pope Benedict XVI have is horrendous. This is agreed to by everyone,
become manifestations of anti-Catholicism. The Catholics, the Church itself, as well as non-Catholics
procession of articles on the same events are, in my and the media. The pope has on a number of
opinion, no longer intended to inform, but simply to occasions on behalf of the Church admitted fault and
castigate. asked for forgiveness. For example, The New York
Times reported on April 18, 2008, that the pope
"came face to face with a scandal that has left lasting
wounds on the American church Thursday, holding a
surprise meeting with several victims of sexual abuse
by priests in the Boston area.... 'No words of mine
could describe the pain and harm inflicted by such
abuse,' the Pope said in his homily. 'It is important
that those who have suffered be given loving pastoral
attention.'"
On March 20, 2010, the Times reported that in his
4. Ed Koch about Pope Benedictus XVI 4
eight page pastoral letter to Irish Catholics, the pope Reasons for the assaults
wrote, "You have suffered grievously, and I am truly
sorry ... Your trust has been betrayed and your Many of those in the media who are pounding on the
dignity has been violated." Church and the pope today clearly do it with delight,
and some with malice. The reason, I believe, for the
The pope also "criticized Ireland's bishops for 'grave constant assaults is that there are many in the media,
errors of judgment and failures of leadership.'" and some Catholics as well as many in the public,
who object to and are incensed by positions the
The primary explanation for the abuse that happened Church holds, including opposition to all abortions,
- not to excuse the retention of priests in positions opposition to gay sex and same-sex marriage,
that enabled them to continue to harm children - was retention of celibacy rules for priests, exclusion of
the belief that the priests could be cured by women from the clergy, opposition to birth control
psychotherapy, a theory now long discarded by the measures involving condoms and prescription drugs
medical profession. Regrettably, it is also likely that and opposition to civil divorce. My good friend, John
years ago the abuse of children was not taken as Cardinal O'Connor, once said, "The Church is not a
seriously as today. Thank God we've progressed on salad bar, from which to pick and choose what
that issue. pleases you." The Church has the right to demand
fulfillment of all of its religious obligations by its
parishioners, and indeed a right to espouse its beliefs
5. Ed Koch about Pope Benedictus XVI 5
generally. The Roman Catholic Church is a force for
good
I disagree with the Church on all of these positions.
Nevertheless, it has a right to hold these views in I believe the Roman Catholic Church is a force for
accordance with its religious beliefs. I disagree with good in the world, not evil. Moreover, the existence of
many tenets of Orthodox Judaism - the religion of my one billion, 130 million Catholics worldwide is
birth - and have chosen to follow the tenets of important to the peace and prosperity of the planet.
Conservative Judaism, while I attend an Orthodox
synagogue. Orthodox Jews, like the Roman Catholic Of course, the media should report to the public any
Church, can demand absolute obedience to religious new facts bearing upon the issue of child molestation,
rules. Those declining to adhere are free to leave. but its objectivity and credibility are damaged when
the New York Times declines to publish an op-ed
offered by New York Archbishop Timothy Dolan on
the issue of anti-Catholicism and offers instead to
publish a letter to the editor, which is much shorter
and less prominent than an op-ed.
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Not the New York Jewish lobby Enough is enough
I am appalled that, according to the Times of April 6, Enough is enough. Yes, terrible acts were committed
2010, "Last week, the center-left daily newspaper La by members of the Catholic clergy. The Church has
Repubblica wrote, without attribution that 'certain paid billions to victims in the US and will pay millions,
Catholic circles' believed the criticism of the Church perhaps billions, more to other such victims around
stemmed from 'a New York Jewish lobby.'" The pope the world. It is trying desperately to atone for its past
should know that some of his fellow priests can be by its admissions and changes in procedures for
thoughtless or worse in their efforts to help him. If the dealing with pedophile priests. I will close with a
"certain Catholic circles" were referring to the Times, paraphrase of the words of Jesus as set forth in John
the Pope should know that the publisher, Arthur 8:7: He [or she] that is without sin among you, let him
Sulzberger, Jr., is Episcopalian, having taken the [or her] cast the next stone.
religion of his mother, and its executive editor, Bill
Keller, is also a Christian.
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