And the enemies of religion continue to use this argument over and over without ever addressing the murderous tyrannies mentioned, which is kind of annoying.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Monday, May 13, 2013
All of our lives... UPDATED
...we are told to "take a stand against the norm!" Be different! Think for yourself! Stand out from the crowd! Go against the grain! Be prophetic!
...except...
...except when it comes to the redefinition of marriage...
...if you are against members of the same-sex uniting themselves in so-called, "gay marriage" you are a bigot, hate-filled homophobe, knick-dragging imbecile, not worthy of life.
The silencing and shunning of anyone who is against the redefinition of marriage or simply "for" the actual definition of marriage, should seriously frighten all reasonable people on all sides of this issue. This reality is best described in an article by Brendan O'Neill.
I seem to post a lot about this subject lately, especially after not posting much for a long time. I will keep posting about this subject because I believe the outcome of the redefinition of marriage will have a chilling effect on not only the progressive culture of the West, but will lead to the out-law status of anyone who opposes same-sex marriage. The claim that religious exemptions exist in the current laws being passed is just a brief nod to the 1st Amendment. If the claims that same-sex marriage is a civil right continue unhindered, there is only one outcome that can result from such claims: anyone opposed to basic civil rights will be considered a criminal.
So the question is: will the legal redefinition of marriage lead to a peaceful coexistence of all people on all sides of the issue, or will it lead to the followers of Jesus Christ heading to the catacombs and caves?
Maybe it's something in between. I hold out hope.
UPDATE: I was reminded in a Tweet I read today about why the Church and so many are against the redefinition of marriage. It is NOT because we will be persecuted. We welcome persecution for the sake of the truth. I need to make that clear both here and in my own mind.
We are against SSM because marriage is ultimately about the next generation. Marriage protects and guarantees the rights of children. The future of any society rests in the protection of the family unit and the unions that produce the future citizens. If the only thing marriage is about is the feelings one adult has for another, then the ship is already sunk. But we know that this is not why the government cares about marriage. It is all about the children. Children, as citizens and human beings have natural rights. One of those rights is to know their true biological mothers and fathers. No exception to the rule you can think of can remove that natural right.
Redefining marriage to mean that we will recognize the love aspect of two people OVER and ABOVE the rights of the children basically takes children out of the picture. This is a travesty and a severe cultural shift that will radically change the future of our country.
...except...
...except when it comes to the redefinition of marriage...
...if you are against members of the same-sex uniting themselves in so-called, "gay marriage" you are a bigot, hate-filled homophobe, knick-dragging imbecile, not worthy of life.
The silencing and shunning of anyone who is against the redefinition of marriage or simply "for" the actual definition of marriage, should seriously frighten all reasonable people on all sides of this issue. This reality is best described in an article by Brendan O'Neill.
I seem to post a lot about this subject lately, especially after not posting much for a long time. I will keep posting about this subject because I believe the outcome of the redefinition of marriage will have a chilling effect on not only the progressive culture of the West, but will lead to the out-law status of anyone who opposes same-sex marriage. The claim that religious exemptions exist in the current laws being passed is just a brief nod to the 1st Amendment. If the claims that same-sex marriage is a civil right continue unhindered, there is only one outcome that can result from such claims: anyone opposed to basic civil rights will be considered a criminal.
So the question is: will the legal redefinition of marriage lead to a peaceful coexistence of all people on all sides of the issue, or will it lead to the followers of Jesus Christ heading to the catacombs and caves?
Maybe it's something in between. I hold out hope.
UPDATE: I was reminded in a Tweet I read today about why the Church and so many are against the redefinition of marriage. It is NOT because we will be persecuted. We welcome persecution for the sake of the truth. I need to make that clear both here and in my own mind.
We are against SSM because marriage is ultimately about the next generation. Marriage protects and guarantees the rights of children. The future of any society rests in the protection of the family unit and the unions that produce the future citizens. If the only thing marriage is about is the feelings one adult has for another, then the ship is already sunk. But we know that this is not why the government cares about marriage. It is all about the children. Children, as citizens and human beings have natural rights. One of those rights is to know their true biological mothers and fathers. No exception to the rule you can think of can remove that natural right.
Redefining marriage to mean that we will recognize the love aspect of two people OVER and ABOVE the rights of the children basically takes children out of the picture. This is a travesty and a severe cultural shift that will radically change the future of our country.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Is it about equality?
I posted this in a friends Facebook update where she was lamenting the fact that we humans are not evolved enough to grant equality for all. The hidden text is that she lives in Minnesota and is witnessing the debates around so-called same-sex marriage.
__________
Hi Sue, as one who is profoundly against the redefinition of marriage, I want you to know that your idea that this is about equality is not the battle my side is fighting. In fact, I call it a ruse and a distraction that seeks to prevent the actual facts from getting out. All human beings are created in the image and likeness of God according to the tradition and faith that I profess. Gay, straight, black, white, whatever. However, the associations we enter into as free persons are of a different nature and the state has a vested interest in some and not in others. You can read about this in your own time, but what is not being said is the simple fact that the passing of these laws will radically change our culture and will force the government to enact new laws (see Belgium or Canada) that will imprison people like me for not performing a gay wedding. If you think I am kidding, just do a little research on your own.
People of good will disagree about these issues, that is a simple fact. But don't be fooled by false claims about equality and that anybody who is against this radical societal shift is just full of hate. In fact, when you hear the word "hate" tossed about in this issue, be sure that the argument has devolved and honest open debate is impossible.
I am aware that I am an oddity in a culture that professes the fulfillment of every whim and desire is necessary and good. But I stand firm. I will not and cannot approve of the private lives of every human association. I have my own litmus test. Since I am a Catholic Priest, people will know what that is without much thought. The question at the end of the day is will I be able to hold my principles and beliefs without the threat of law or violence? I hope so. But history tells me something more sinister is on the horizon. I hope I am wrong and I hope we will all live in peace no matter what laws are passed.
_________
On a related note: Cleveland sex slave house, Gosnell abortion murder trial, Benghazi whistleblowers, Egyptian persecution of Christians, Boston jihad bombings...
I just looked out the window to see if the Four Horseman have unhitched their steeds yet.
__________
Hi Sue, as one who is profoundly against the redefinition of marriage, I want you to know that your idea that this is about equality is not the battle my side is fighting. In fact, I call it a ruse and a distraction that seeks to prevent the actual facts from getting out. All human beings are created in the image and likeness of God according to the tradition and faith that I profess. Gay, straight, black, white, whatever. However, the associations we enter into as free persons are of a different nature and the state has a vested interest in some and not in others. You can read about this in your own time, but what is not being said is the simple fact that the passing of these laws will radically change our culture and will force the government to enact new laws (see Belgium or Canada) that will imprison people like me for not performing a gay wedding. If you think I am kidding, just do a little research on your own.
People of good will disagree about these issues, that is a simple fact. But don't be fooled by false claims about equality and that anybody who is against this radical societal shift is just full of hate. In fact, when you hear the word "hate" tossed about in this issue, be sure that the argument has devolved and honest open debate is impossible.
I am aware that I am an oddity in a culture that professes the fulfillment of every whim and desire is necessary and good. But I stand firm. I will not and cannot approve of the private lives of every human association. I have my own litmus test. Since I am a Catholic Priest, people will know what that is without much thought. The question at the end of the day is will I be able to hold my principles and beliefs without the threat of law or violence? I hope so. But history tells me something more sinister is on the horizon. I hope I am wrong and I hope we will all live in peace no matter what laws are passed.
_________
On a related note: Cleveland sex slave house, Gosnell abortion murder trial, Benghazi whistleblowers, Egyptian persecution of Christians, Boston jihad bombings...
I just looked out the window to see if the Four Horseman have unhitched their steeds yet.
Friday, May 3, 2013
Truth and Debate in the Marriage Question
“The most troubling aspect of the gay-marriage movement is that, more than any social movement in living memory, more than feminism at its bra-burning peak in the 1970s, it aims not to engage in lively debate but to shut it down.”
Read the rest of this article here.
Read the rest of this article here.
Monday, April 29, 2013
Why vocation programs don't work
Why vocation programs don't work
It's discipleship!!!!!
This is my working document for my new ministry as Promoter of Vocations.
It's discipleship!!!!!
This is my working document for my new ministry as Promoter of Vocations.
Friday, April 26, 2013
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