How Catholics and Protestants can get along without getting it wrong

[Michie]

Ecumenical optimists believe that Christians must find ways in which they agree with the other guys and build on those. Ecumenical partisans believe that Christians can’t find such agreements-not meaningful ones, anyway- and must maintain the space between themselves and the other guys. Both get it right and get it wrong...

How to admire Protestants – even while arguing with them | Catholic Herald

 

[Skittles]

What if we worked together to be the hands of Christ (corporal and spiritual works of mercy)? When I’ve served at homeless shelters or done mission trips I was able to follow Christ without talking once about theology or interpretation of sacred scripture. There are some notable differences but instead of facing each other and arguing we could lock arms and face outward towards the world to serve others in need. Just a thought.

 

[ripple the car]

Something that CF has taught me is just that; don't compromise, but treat people like people, and treat Christians like fellow Christians; that helps.

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

I'll believe in the sincerity of the desire for unity when Protestants, Pentecostals, and Charismatics can freely participate in the Eucharist in a Catholic church without having to accept a "blessing" instead.

I was recently at a Requiem Mass for a family friend. The priest, in his comments, made it clear that he did not consider non-Catholics to be real Christians. I don't think that there can be any unity when that attitude still exists.

 

[Michie]

I'll believe in the sincerity of the desire for unity when Protestants, Pentecostals, and Charismatics can freely participate in the Eucharist in a Catholic church without having to accept a "blessing" instead.

I was recently at a Requiem Mass for a family friend. The priest, in his comments, made it clear that he did not consider non-Catholics to be real Christians. I don't think that there can be any unity when that attitude still exists.

It’s not that he does not consider you real Christians. It’s test he dies not know if you believe you are partaking if the Bidy and Blood of Christ. It’s a charitable act.

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

It’s not that he does not consider you real Christians. It’s test he dies not know if you believe you are partaking if the Bidy and Blood of Christ. It’s a charitable act.

Yeah...right.

 

[Michie]

Yeah...right.

Well all you have to do is read up on it. It’s true. Has nothing to do with thinking you are a Christian or not. Lol!

 

[Michie]

Why non-Catholics cannot receive Holy Communion | Catholic Herald

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

Well all you have to do is read up on it. It’s true. Has nothing to do with thinking you are a Christian or not. Lol!

My wife's cousin is a Catholic priest. I'll ask him next time I see him.

 

[Michie]

 

[Michie]

My wife's cousin is a Catholic priest. I'll ask him next time I see him.

You should instead of thinking the worst.

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

What I get from the video is that the priest is assuming that the Catholic church is the only really true church right from the First Century AD. I don't believe that, although I can't say why on this particular forum.

 

[Gnarwhal]

Ecumenical

 

[Michie]

What I get from the video is that the priest is assuming that the Catholic church is the only really true church right from the First Century AD. I don't believe that, although I can't say why on this particular forum.

Well there you go. You are imperfectly united with the Church. It does not mean you are not Christian. Talk to the priest in your family. He’ll help you.

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

You should instead of thinking the worst.

I'm rather limited in why I believe that the Catholic church is not the true church and that according to Catholic belief unity can only be achieved by other churches adopting the Catholic faith - because I am on the Catholic forum.

 

[Michie]

I'm rather limited in why I believe that the Catholic church is not the true church and that according to Catholic belief unity can only be achieved by other churches adopting the Catholic faith - because I am on the Catholic forum.

Ok. You made your point. Talk to the priest in your family.

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

Well there you go. You are imperfectly united with the Church. It does not mean you are not Christian. Talk to the priest in your family. He’ll help you.

I belief that the only way I could ever be in unity with the Catholic church and be seen in their eyes as a true Christian would be to convert to Catholicism.

 

[Michie]

I belief that the only way I could ever be in unity with the Catholic church and be seen in their eyes as a true Christian would be to convert to Catholicism.

Well you are mistaken so I do not know what to tell you. Catholics do not teach other Christians are not true Christians. Just imperfectly united. Let’s not derail the thread further.

 

[Presbyterian Continuist]

Well you are mistaken so I do not know what to tell you. Catholics do not teach other Christians are not true Christians. Just imperfectly united. Let’s not derail the thread further.

I've brought up the question on another forum so there can be a more comprehensive discussion without violating this forum's rules.

 

[Michie]

I've brought up the question on another forum so there can be a more comprehensive discussion without violating this forum's rules.

I’ve told you all you need to know from a Catholic POV. Good luck.