45. Simon, son of John
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.
44. Authority does not always equate to knowledge
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.
43. Authority and different views—doctrine
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 …
38. Authority does not always equate to rightness
As Church authority, we are not gods, and we should not make ourselves one.
37. Ordination of women as equality and inclusiveness?
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.
36. Is the synod of bishops a democratic parliament?
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 …
35. Synod and Synodality
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 …
34. A democratised Church?
An attempt to democratise the Church’s governance structure is a conundrum that can only lead to a democratised Church which does not fit properly into the modern concept of democracy and one which deviates from the governance structure willed by Christ.
33. The nature of Church authority
The major difference between the governance structure of the Church and democratic institutions is the source of authority.
32. Co-responsibility of the Laity
Co-responsibility demands a change in mindset especially concerning the role of lay people in the Church. They should not be regarded as “collaborators” of the clergy, but, rather, as people who are really “co-responsible” for the Church’s being and acting.