I have reflected a great deal on that event, and continue to do so. I cannot give you a complete answer in a few sentences. But I would say that I was struck at that time by the vehemence of the anger from various sides, and the anger was in many cases directed at those who share a Catholic faith. I understand that such anger, such vehemence arises from sincere and passionate conviction, but I believe expressing it in such vitriolic terms gets us nowhere.
[Pope Francis] has done this not through angry speeches, but through the powerful symbols and examples of embracing a badly deformed man, welcoming r… - John I. Jenkins
[Pope Francis] has done this not through angry speeches, but through the powerful symbols and examples of embracing a badly deformed man, welcoming r…
- John I. Jenkins
Pope Francis has taught us by his example how we can witness with our lives and actions to our faith and moral principles, but still engage respectfu… - John I. Jenkins
Pope Francis has taught us by his example how we can witness with our lives and actions to our faith and moral principles, but still engage respectfu…
But rather than trying to understand and rise above them, as leaders should, the [presedential] campaigns have often simply channeled these negative … - John I. Jenkins
But rather than trying to understand and rise above them, as leaders should, the [presedential] campaigns have often simply channeled these negative …
I've never met anyone who has changed his mind or deepened his faith because he has been confronted with such angry condemnations. - John I. Jenkins
I've never met anyone who has changed his mind or deepened his faith because he has been confronted with such angry condemnations.
[Pope Francis] has reminded us that the way we live our lives is the most important expression of our Catholic identity. - John I. Jenkins
[Pope Francis] has reminded us that the way we live our lives is the most important expression of our Catholic identity.
I have reflected a great deal on that event, and continue to do so. I cannot give you a complete answer in a few sentences. But I would say that I wa… - John I. Jenkins
I have reflected a great deal on that event, and continue to do so. I cannot give you a complete answer in a few sentences. But I would say that I wa…
I am far more concerned about policies of the Democratic administration and Democratic Party that infringe on the rights of religious institutions an… - John I. Jenkins
I am far more concerned about policies of the Democratic administration and Democratic Party that infringe on the rights of religious institutions an…
Worst thing about Al Smith dinner : it was another reminder of how far we are from the amity between opposing sides that is needed for effective gove… - John I. Jenkins
Worst thing about Al Smith dinner : it was another reminder of how far we are from the amity between opposing sides that is needed for effective gove…
We are called to serve the common good by engaging with political and other institutions, even in our pluralistic society. We bring to that effort Ch… - John I. Jenkins
We are called to serve the common good by engaging with political and other institutions, even in our pluralistic society. We bring to that effort Ch…
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