48. Authority and different views—Matt 16:13-20
As Jesus did not take offence, let us not take offence; instead, let’s reflect on them. God speaks to us in varied ways.
As Jesus did not take offence, let us not take offence; instead, let’s reflect on them. God speaks to us in varied ways.
As Church leaders and collaborators to Church authority, we are to help each other in being effective pastors of Christ’s flock for the growth of the Church and the salvation of our souls.
We are simply “errand boys”—a term packaged as “servants of the servants of God” and beautified as “vicar of Christ” according to our level on the hierarchy.
As Church personnel who possess some form of authority over the flock of Christ, we need to realise that our identity comes first before authority and not the other way round.
It is opportune we recognise the limits of our knowledge when dealing with people. It is pride to assume that because we are an authority, we must provide an answer to questions beyond our competence.
Last week, I argued that being in a position of authority does not mean that everything we do and say is correct. Throughout history, the …
As Church authority, we are not gods, and we should not make ourselves one.
It is unfair to accuse the Church of male chauvinism for excluding women’s ordination. One is guilty of discrimination or marginalisation for something one caused, something caused by one’s ancestors, and something within one’s power to change but is unwilling to do so.
Last week, I discussed the differences between synod and synodality. Today, I explore if the concept of the synod of bishops neatly fits into the …
Last week, I noted that synodality is the way all members of Christ faithful participate in the mission of the Church and are co-responsible for …