Reply #103: Just so [View All]

[AngryOldDem]

Thank you for stating the obvious so succinctly.

Here's another example of what we're talking about. Several pastors in my diocese have banned meetings of the local chapter of the Voice of the Faithful, because they do not agree with VOTF concerning its protest of the archbishop's fund drive. Do I necessarily agree with these pastors' actions? No. But I do respect their right to be custodians of their churches, and to make decisions about who and who may not use their buildings.

The only point where I respectfully disagree with you is that it is a "stupid" idea. These politicians express views diametrically opposed to Church teaching. The Church is in no way obligated to provide them a forum for these opinions in parish buildings.