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Mike and Dominic react and respond to the removal of Bishop Joseph Strickland from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Tyler. What were the reasons? Was this a surprise?
What's next?
Links:
Strickland's attack on the sacred - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/stricklands-attack-on-the-sacred/
Bishop Strickland Relieved from Pastoral Governance - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/bishop-strickland-relieved-from-pastoral-governance/
On Strickland's Removal - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/on-stricklands-removal/
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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Mike and Dominic discuss the latest developments in the abuse scandal involving the priest artist Marko Rupnik, the "spiciest" paragraphs in the final report of the 2023 Synod, and Bishop Strickland's visit to Rome.
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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Mike and Dominic discuss the competing understandings of "tradition" in the Catholic Church today. Beginning with a discussion of Ratzinger's dynamic understanding, they explore how ideologies undermine the faith and foment schism, as exemplified by Cardinal Raymond Burke's dissent against the Church's doctrine on the office of the pope.
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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Mike and Dominic discuss Pope Francis's new exhortation on St. Therese, Mike gives a non-update on the Synod, and then they take a close look at "Credo" - a very problematic Catechism by Bishop Athanasius Schneider.
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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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In this episode of the Debrief, Dominic and Mike discuss an eventful week at the Vatican in the lead-up to the synod, a day filled with dubia about Pope Francis’s teachings, and the new apostolic exhortation on the climate crisis that will be released tomorrow.
Show notes
(1) Busy week at the Vatican before the Synod
Links:
- Pope Francis creates 21 new cardinals from 16 nations on the eve of the Synod on Synodality | America Magazine
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/09/30/pope-francis-consistory-college-cardinals-246179
- Homily at the consistory, Saturday, 30 September 2023 https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/homilies/2023/documents/20230930-omelia-concistoro.html
- Reflections by Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP:
Synod Retreat Meditation 1: 'Hoping Against Hope' - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/retreat-day-1-radcliffe-first-meditation.html
Synod Retreat Meditation 2: 'At home in God and God at home in us' - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/retreat-day-1-radcliffe-meditation-2.html
Synod Retreat Meditation 3: ‘Friendship’ - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/synod-retreat-meditation-friendship.html
(2) Dubia, Dubia, Dubia
Links:
- Unofficial translation of pope's response to Dubia 2.0 - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/unofficial-translation-of-popes-response-to-dubia-2-0/
- DDF response to Card. Duka's questions on Amoris Laetitia - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/ddf-response-to-card-dukas-questions-on-amoris-laetitia/
- Michael Lofton videos on new dubia:
Cardinals Send ‘Dubia’ to Pope Francis!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnF9gdRlP14
Amoris Laetitia Dubia ANSWERED!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_A0txSfHME
(3) Laudate Deum
Bishop Arnold: Laudate Deum will be a firm call for action for creation - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/bishop-arnold-laudate-deum-a-firm-call-for-action-for-creation.html
Laudate Deum: the newest papal document | Diocese of Raleigh
https://dioceseofraleigh.org/news/laudate-deum-newest-papal-document -
Mike Lewis speaks with Phyllis Zagano in a wide-ranging discussion about the Church, the upcoming synod, the role of women, and the meaning of synodality. In particular, they discuss her article on the upcoming Synodal assembly, “The secret synod,” and her most recent book, “Just Church: Catholic Social Teaching, Synodality, and Women,” which is entering into its second printing with Paulist Press.
Phyllis Zagano, PhD, has lectured throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Her many awards include the 2014 Isaac Hecker Award for Social Justice from the Paulist Center Community in Boston. Her groundbreaking work on women in the diaconate led to her appointment in 2016 to the Pontifical Commission for the Study of the Diaconate of Women.
Links:
Phyllis Zagano
https://sites.hofstra.edu/phyllis-zagano/
Just Church - Dr Phyllis Zagano (Paulist Press)
https://www.paulistpress.com/Products/5653-5/just-church.aspx
The secret synod | (RNS Column) National Catholic Reporter
https://www.ncronline.org/opinion/guest-voices/secret-synod-thats-happening-rome
Roman Catholic Church to discuss women deacons at Pope Francis' synod in October - Newsday
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/religion/woman-deacons-catholic-church-synod-xfpqylff
Advocacy for Women Deacons by Alum Phyllis Zagano, a World Expert, Goes before Global Vatican Gathering | Bostonia | Boston University
https://www.bu.edu/articles/2023/women-deacons-advocacy/
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Mike Lewis interviews Fr. Ivan Montelongo, one of six non-bishop voting delegates from the United States who will be taking take part in next month’s Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in Rome. Fr. Ivan is a priest of the Diocese of El Paso, Texas, ordained to the priesthood in 2020. He is a Canon Lawyer and is a graduate of Mundelein Seminary. This summer he was named both Judicial Vicar and Vocations Director for the Diocese of El Paso.
Fr. Ivan speaks about his life and vocation, his expectations for the Synod, and his views on the way the Synod is presented by the media. Keep Fr. Ivan in your prayers!
https://wherepeteris.com/interview-with-synod-delegate-fr-ivan-montelongo/
Fr Ivan has offered to let viewers contact him via email with their thoughts and questions about the synod. Send him an email at imontelongo @ elpasodiocese . org (remove spaces).
DESCRIPTION WPI Perspectives is a YouTube and podcast series brought to you by Where Peter Is. Join us for thoughtful interviews with theologians, clergy, journalists, scholars, and ordinary Catholics. We delve into the topics at the heart of contemporary Catholic life. From social justice to Church history, deepen your understanding of the Catholic world. “WPI Perspectives” is your next essential listen. Subscribe today! -
Mike and Dominic return for another discussion of important topics in and around the Catholic Church.
Notes:
(1) Pope Francis visited the French port city of Marseille, on Friday and Saturday. The second-largest city in France is considered a multiethnic and multifaith melting pot. We discuss the highlights of the trip and the pope’s comments on the flight back.
Links:
- Pope Francis visits Marseille as anti-migrant views grow in Europe https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/pope-francis-visits-marseille-anti-migrant-views-grow-103402835.
- French media shine spotlight on Pope’s Marseille visit. https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-09/pope-francis-france-media-coverage-day-one-marseille.html.
- Apostolic Journey to Marseille: Press Conference on the return flight
https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/speeches/2023/september/documents/20230923-marsiglia-voloritorno.html
- Pope Francis: 'Marseille’s welcome is a message to Europe' https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-09/pope-francis-apostolic-journey-marseille-inflight-press.html
- In France, pope slams 'alarmist propaganda' that fuels fears of migrants https://www.ncronline.org/vatican/vatican-news/france-pope-slams-alarmist-propaganda-fuels-fears-migrants.
(2) The controversy surrounding Fr. Marko Rupnik
Links:
- Timeline: What we know about former Jesuit Marko Rupnik’s alleged abuse—and the questions that remain | America Magazine
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/06/22/marko-rupnik-abuse-timeline-245537
- Women who say they were abused by a onetime Jesuit artist denounce an apparent rehabilitation effort | AP News
https://apnews.com/article/vatican-jesuit-abuse-artist-marko-ivan-rupnik-2bc494b3c624cb3a657ba0598c8a29ee
- Rome questions treatment of Marco Rupnik, a prominent artist expelled by Jesuits due to abuse allegations | America Magazine
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/09/19/rupnik-jesuits-diocese-rome-excommunication-report-246111
- Is Pope Francis protecting Marko Rupnik?
https://international.la-croix.com/news/letter-from-rome/is-pope-francis-protecting-marko-rupnik/18386
(3) The latest on the Bishop Strickland situation in Tyler, Texas
ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U
A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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This week on the debrief, Mike and Dominic discuss
1) Silence, communication & the synod
2) Archbishop Fernandez and ideological Catholics
3) The “Strickland Watch” in Tyler continues
Summary
1) Media access and transparency are becoming key topics as we approach next month's synodal assembly. Vatican journalists and synod watchers are expressing concerns that keeping the proceedings inside the synod hall private (which has been the tradition) will have the effect of keeping the faithful in the dark about what's happening at this pivotal event in the Church.
2) The reactions to recent intervies granted by Archbishop Victor Fernandez reveal ideological mindsets on both the right and the left.
Links:
- “New doctrine chief does the media rounds” by Mike Lewis, Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/new-doctrine-chief-does-the-media-rounds/
- “The Pope & the Americans” by Massimo Faggioli, Commonweal Magazine
https://www.commonwealmagazine.org/american-church-francis-burke-chaput-faggioli-reactionaries
3) Media reports circulated last week saying that Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas would be asked to step down. Additional media reports followed that Strickland has said he will not step down voluntarily. If he does say no, what happens next?
ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U
A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Mike and Dominic are back to discuss recent comments by Pope Francis and Cardinal-elect Christophe Pierre's comments about the US Church, the Pope's trip to Mongolia, and the recent beatification of a Polish family killed by Nazis in the second World War.
Notes and Links:
1) The Vatican and the US Church
Links:
Cardinal Cupich, Synodality, and Prophets of Doom - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/cardinal-cupich-synodality-and-prophets-of-doom/
The Vatican turns its attention to the US Church - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/the-vatican-turns-its-attention-to-the-us-church/
US cardinal and Brazilian ideologues team up, attack Synod - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/us-cardinal-and-brazilian-ideologues-team-up-attack-synod/
2) Pope Francis in Mongolia
Links:
Pope Francis to visit tiny Mongolian flock - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/pope-francis-to-visit-tiny-mongolian-flock/
Mongolian Church: "Like first-generation Christians" - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/mongolian-church-like-first-generation-christians/
Podcast: Traveling to Mongolia with Pope Francis | America Magazine
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/09/08/inside-vatican-mongolia-pope-francis-backward-critics-246028
3) Beatification of the Ulma family
Links:
Polish Family Beatified en Masse - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/polish-family-beatified-en-masse/
Angelus, 10 September 2023 | Francis
https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/angelus/2023/documents/20230910-angelus.html
Pope: Blessed Ulma family a model of Christian care for others - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-09/pope-francis-poland-ulma-family-beatification.html
9/11, The Ulma Family, and Honoring Unborn Victims - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/9-11-the-ulma-family-and-honoring-unborn-victims/
The Anniversary of 9/11: I Remember
https://wherepeteris.com/i-remember-9-11/
ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U
A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Mike and Dominic are back to discuss Pope Francis's comments released today on the problem of a reactionary US Church, the upcoming "Part 2" to Francis's encyclical Laudato Si', and a recent pastoral letter by Bishop Strickland and a surprising endorsement by Scott Hahn.
Notes and Links:
1) Pope Francis's dialogue with Portuguese Jesuits
‘The Water Has Been Agitated’ - LA CIVILTÀ CATTOLICA
https://www.laciviltacattolica.com/the-water-has-been-agitated/
Pope Francis on the “backward-looking” US Church - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/pope-francis-on-the-backward-looking-us-church/
Letter of the Holy Father to the Priests of the Diocese of Rome (5 August 2023) | Francis
https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/letters/2023/documents/20230805-lettera-sacerdoti.html
Pope blasts American critics' 'reactionary attitude' as 'useless' fight against progress
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2023/aug/28/pope-says-his-american-critics-have-reactionary-at/
2) Pope Francis writing a second part of Laudato si'
Vatican News article
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-08/pope-writing-second-part-of-laudato-si.html
3) Pastoral Letter from Bishop Strickland, August 2023 - The Catholic Diocese of Tyler
https://www.dioceseoftyler.org/2023/08/23/pastoral-letter-from-bishop-strickland-august-2023/
Bishop Strickland's Pastoral Letter on the Synod (Reason and Theology - Michael Lofton's analysis)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gskXbKrPKGg
Firebrand Texas Bishop Strickland says Rome synod will reveal 'true schismatics' | National Catholic Reporter
https://www.ncronline.org/news/firebrand-texas-bishop-strickland-says-rome-synod-will-reveal-true-schismatics
What Scott Hahn's public support for Bishop Strickland signifies - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/what-scott-hahns-public-support-for-bishop-strickland-signifies/
ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Strickland Schism? - Persecution in Nicaragua - Runaway Alabama Priest
Mike Lewis and Dominic de Souza return to The Debrief after a short hiatus to catch up on the big stories in the Church, including:
1. Bishop Strickland on Pope Francis and schism
2. Persecution of Catholics in Nicaragua
3. Alabama priest abandons his post
4. World Youth Day and the Death Penalty
Topics and Links:
1. Bishop Strickland reverses his prior support for Pope Francis's exhortation Amoris Laetitia, and gives an odd definition of schism on on his radio show.
Link: "Is Strickland slouching toward schism?" - Where Peter Is, by Mike Lewis
https://wherepeteris.com/is-strickland-slouching-toward-schism/
2. Religious persecution in Nicaragua is increasing. In addition to the imprisoned Bishop Alvarez, the Ortega regime has closed down a Jesuit university.
Link: "Hellhole: The Martyrdom of the Church in Nicaragua" - Where Peter Is, by Carmelita
https://wherepeteris.com/hellhole-the-martyrdom-of-the-church-in-nicaragua/
3. Discussion about the unfolding story of Fr. Alex Crow, a priest from Mobile, Alabama has left his ministry and brought an 18-year-old woman (a recent high school graduate) with him to Italy. Troubling information has come out as this story has unfolded.
Link: "Disgraced Alabama priest believes he is married to 18-year-old and their running away to Italy is ‘Jesus’ will’ | America Magazine"
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/08/17/alabama-priest-married-high-school-student-245885
4. On the death penalty: "Capital Punishment and Magisterial Authority" - Where Peter Is, by Dr. Robert Fastiggi
https://wherepeteris.com/capital-punishment-and-magisterial-authority-part-1/
See Also: "Is the death penalty ever 'legitimate defense'?" by Mike Lewis (Substack)
https://mikelewis.substack.com/p/is-the-death-penalty-ever-legitimate
On WYD Lisbon: "Claire and Pedro's WYD Experience" - Where Peter Is (Podcast and Links)
https://wherepeteris.com/claire-and-pedros-wyd-experience/
ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U
A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Mike Lewis talks to Pedro Gabriel and Claire Domingues about their experiences at World Youth Day in Lisbon - what they saw, what they heard, and what they learned.
To read their coverage of WYD Lisbon at Where Peter Is, please visit https://wherepeteris.com/category/news/wyd-2023/
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Vatican-China Deal Broken?
On this week's debrief, Mike and Dominic return to discuss three bishops in the global Church: one from Asia, one from Latin America, and one from Africa.
Topics:
1) Pope Francis officially appoints a bishop for Shanghai
2) Nicaraguan Bishop released, then returns to prison
3) A brief profile of a new African cardinal
Summary and Links:
1) On July 15, Pope Francis officially appointed Bishop Joseph Shen Bin as bishop of Shanghai. Back in April, Bishop Shen was installed in Shanghai without the approval of the Holy See.
Why did the Vatican approve this appointment three months later?
Links:
- "Analysis: Why Pope Francis recognized a bishop appointed in violation of Vatican-China deal"
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/07/17/vatican-china-bishop-shanghai-245694
- "Cardinal Parolin: Pope appoints Shanghai bishop for good of diocese and dialogue"
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2023-07/cardinal-parolin-pope-appoints-shanghai-bishop-good-dialogue.html
2) Nicaraguan Catholic Bishop Rolando Alvarez was released from prison on July 4, but then returned to prison on July 5 after negotiations between Alvarez and the government broke down. Why did Bishop Alvarez return to prison?
Links:
- "Nicaragua: Bishop Álvarez sentenced to 26 years’ imprisonment" | Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-02/bishop-alvarez-sentenced-to-26-years-imprisonment.html
- "Nicaraguan Catholic Bishop Alvarez freed, talks going on" | Reuters
https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/nicaraguan-catholic-bishop-alvarez-released-prison-local-media-2023-07-05/
- "Nicaraguan Catholic bishop back to jail after talks stall, local media report" | Reuters
https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/nicaraguan-catholic-bishop-back-prison-after-talks-break-down-2023-07-05/
3) South Sudanese Archbishop Stephen Ameyu faced stiff resistance when he was appointed to the Archdiocese of Juba in late 2019.
Shortly after he was named archbishop, many in the archdiocese accused the archbishop of corruption, and of manipulating his way into the position — saying that he had influenced a Vatican diplomat and and even that he had fathered at least six children. Ameyu denied the allegations.
In February of this year, Pope Francis visited South Sudan.
By elevating him to the rank of cardinal, Francis seems to have reconfirmed his faith in his choice.
Links:
- "Meet Pope Francis’s new African cardinals" | Crux
https://cruxnow.com/church-in-africa/2023/07/meet-pope-franciss-new-african-cardinals
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Mike and Dominic are back to discuss controversies, news, and questions in the Catholic Church today.
Topics:
1. Did a recently-appointed Cardinal say that WYD isn’t about evangelization?
2. What should we do with our hands during the Lord’s Prayer?
3. Tips for trolls on Catholic Twitter
Summary and Links:
1) Mike and Dominic discuss a controversy surrounding future cardinal, Bishop Americo Aguiar of Lisbon, who is also in charge of organizing World Youth Day, who is quoted as saying: “We don’t want to convert the young people to Christ or to the Catholic Church or anything like that at all.”
What should we make of this?
Links:
"Bishop Aguiar, Pope Benedict, and Interreligious Dialogue" by Claire Domingues and Pedro Gabriel
https://wherepeteris.com/bishop-aguiar-pope-benedict-and-interreligious-dialogue/
"Beyond Superficiality: Bishop Aguiar’s vision for World Youth Day" by Pedro Gabriel
https://wherepeteris.com/beyond-superficiality-bishop-aguiars-vision-for-world-youth-day/
2) Last week, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines issued a “clarification” regarding the posture of the laity during the recitation of the Our Father during Mass.
What did it say?
Link: https://cbcpnews.net/cbcpnews/cbcp-liturgy-body-clarifies-hand-posture-during-lords-prayer/
3) Mike and Dominic discuss Mike's new post on his substack site called “Rules for Trolls” with the Subheading “Let's make the Twitter experience better for both of us.”
Link: https://mikelewis.substack.com/p/rules-for-trolls
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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.
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Mike and Dominic are back to discuss some big news from the Vatican and the latest controversy surrounding an outspoken Wisconsin priest.
Topics:
The participants for the October 2023-2024 assemblies for the Synod in Rome
Pope Francis Names 21 new Cardinals
The latest controversies surrounding Father James Altman
Summary and Links:
1) Synod participants named
Links:
⦿ Full List: https://www.synod.va/en/news/list-of-the-participants-to-the-xvi-general-ordinary-assembly-of.html
⦿ "Pope Francis’ picks for the synod are in—and suggest this will be a Vatican meeting like no other" by Gerard O’Connell
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/07/07/pope-francis-synod-synodality-members-245654
⦿ "Every American going to the Synod on Synodality: Full list and analysis" by Michael J. O’Loughlin
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/07/07/americans-synod-synodality-245651
⦿ "U.S. and Canadian Bishops’ Conferences Welcome Holy See’s Announcement of North American Delegates to the October 2023 Synod of Bishops" --
https://www.usccb.org/news/2023/us-and-canadian-bishops-conferences-welcome-holy-sees-announcement-north-american
2) Pope Francis Names 21 New Cardinals
Links:
⦿ "Pope Francis will create 21 new cardinals on Sept. 30, including U.S. nuncio" by Gerard O’Connell
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/07/09/pope-francis-new-cardinals-conclave-245656
⦿ "Pope's surprise announcement of new cardinals from across globe" By Andrea Tornielli
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2023-07/pope-consistory-cardinals-universal-church.html
⦿ Pope's Angelus and announcement: https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/bollettino/pubblico/2023/07/09/230709a.html
3) Father James Altman calls Francis "anti-pope"
Link:
⦿ "Has Fr Altman excommunicated himself?" by Mike Lewis
https://wherepeteris.com/has-fr-altman-excommunicated-himself/
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Adam Rasmussen joined Mike Lewis for a super-sized catch-up episode of The Debrief on Sunday night. Topics included the Apostolic Visitation in Tyler, the new Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, and the Working Document for the October Synod meeting.
They also discussed the pushback against Pope Francis, and how a crisis of faith is often necessary for spiritual growth. -
This week, Mike and Dominic give an update on Pope Francis's health and his audience and travel schedule. Next, they discuss the message that the US papal nuncio, Archbishop Christophe Pierre, delivered to the US bishops gathered in Orlando this week. Finally, they touch on some of the highlights of the Vatican document on use of social media.
SHOW NOTES
Topics:
1) Pope returns home from the hospital
2) Papal Nuncio delivers a message to the US Bishops
3) Updates on Fort Worth Carmelite controversy
4) Overview of the social media document
Summary and Links:
1) This morning Pope Francis was discharged from Gemelli hospital following his abdominal surgery on June 7.
Links:
- "Pope Francis returns to Vatican after discharge from hospital"
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-06/pope-francis-discharged-from-rome-s-gemelli-hospital.html
- “Explainer: What the Vatican tells the public when the pope is sick” By Colleen Dulle (America)
https://www.americamagazine.org/politics-society/2023/06/15/pope-francis-hospital-communications-245495
2) This week, the US bishops met in Orlando for their annual Spring Plenary Assembly. On Thursday, Archbishop Pierre challenged them to embrace synodality and warned them that the Eucharistic revival will not bear fruit unless it is centered on mission and synodality.
Links:
- "Nuncio warns US bishops against Eucharist without mission"
https://wherepeteris.com/nuncio-warns-us-bishops-against-eucharist-without-mission/
- “US Catholic leaders must answer the call to conversion” By Kevin Beck
https://wherepeteris.com/us-catholic-leaders-must-answer-the-call/
- USCCB website for videos and documents from the meeting
https://www.usccb.org/plenary-assembly-meeting-june-14-16-2023-0
3) A brief update on the story of Fort Worth Bishop Michael Olson and the Carmelite nuns in Arlington, Texas.
Link:
“Texas Carmelite nun saga: Latest developments” (Mike Lewis)
https://wherepeteris.com/texas-carmelite-nun-saga-latest-developments/
4) On May 28, the Vatican's Dicastery for Communication released a document entitled, "Towards Full Presence - A Pastoral Reflection on Engagement with Social Media."
Link to Document: https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/bollettino/pubblico/2023/05/25/230525c.html
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This week, Mike and Dominic give an update on Pope Francis's condition following surgery, and his meditation on St Therese. They discuss the disconnect between the US Church and the rest of the world. Finally, they discuss areas where the institutional Church needs to improve its approach to communication.
SHOW NOTES
Topics:
1) Pope recovering well from Wednesday surgery
2) US bishops meet this month but the Synod on Synodality is not on their agenda
3) Shocking new developments on the nuns vs bishop story in Texas
Summary and Links:
1) On Wednesday, following his weekly general audience, it was announced that Pope Francis had gone to Gemelli hospital in Rome, where he underwent a laparotomy and abdominal wall surgery under general anesthesia. An update on his recovery and reflection on his address that morning.
Links:
"Pope using armchair, reading newspapers at Rome's Gemelli Hospital" (Vatican News)
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-06/pope-continues-to-recover-well-at-rome-gemelli-hospital-090623.html
“Missionary zeal from a hospital bed” (Mike Lewis)
https://wherepeteris.com/missionary-zeal-from-a-hospital-bed/
2) On Monday, Brian Fraga of the National Catholic Reporter wrote an article about the fact that when the US bishops meet in orland this month, the Synod on Synodality is not an item on their agenda. Some called it “Astounding” that they will not be addressing it.
Links:
“'Astonishing': Upcoming US bishops' assembly won't discuss Pope Francis' ongoing synod” (Brian Fraga, NCR)
https://www.ncronline.org/news/astonishing-upcoming-us-bishops-assembly-wont-discuss-pope-francis-ongoing-synod
“What’s wrong with the Church in your country?” (Mike Lewis)
https://wherepeteris.com/whats-wrong-with-the-church-in-your-country/
3) A shocking twist to the story of Fort Worth Bishop Michael Olson and the Carmelite nuns in Arlington, Texas.
Links:
“The Texas Nuns and the Church’s Cone of Silence” (Mike Lewis)
https://wherepeteris.com/the-texas-nuns-and-the-churchs-cone-of-silence/
“Nun’s lawyer accuses Fort Worth diocese of faking photos of marijuana in monastery” (Fort Worth)
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/nun-lawyer-accuses-fort-worth-224216632.html
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Mike Lewis and Dominic de Souza wrap up the week with a discussion of the key issues and controversies in the Catholic Church today.
SHOW NOTES
Topics:
1) The vincible ignorance of Catholic leaders
2) Will Pope Francis approve new SSPX bishops?
3) Carmelite nuns in Texas take on their bishop
4) Tensions and conflicts among Catholics in the Month of June
Summary and Links
1) Discussion of Mike's recent article about vincible and invincible ignorance. How have some outspoken Catholic public figures preyed on the ignorance of others?
Link: https://wherepeteris.com/vincible-ignorance-begets-invincible-ignorance/
2) Mike addresses a recent rumor that the Society of St. Pius X will soon consecrate new bishops WITH the approval of Pope Francis
3) What do we know about the ongoing dispute between Fort Worth Bishop Michael Olson and the nuns of a local Carmelite monastery? What don't we know?
Links
- "UPDATE: Texas Bishop Dismisses Religious Superior From Carmelite Order, Alleging Sexual Sin, Which She Denies" (OSV News)
https://www.osvnews.com/2023/06/01/update-texas-bishop-dismisses-religious-superior-from-carmelite-order-alleging-sexual-sin-which-she-denies/
- "Arlington nun accused of breaking chastity vow dismissed" (CBS News)
https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/reverend-mother-teresa-agnes-chastity-vow-catholic/
4) Tensions have risen in the Church as we begin the month of June, which is the month dedicated to the Sacred Heart and Pride month. Is there any way to build peace and fraternity between Catholics this month?
Links
- "The Sacred Heart Beats For LGBT Catholics" (BCM)
https://www.blackcatholicmessenger.com/the-sacred-heart-beats-for-lgbt-catholics/
- "It's time Ugandan bishops speak up about inhumane anti-LGBTQ+ laws" (NCR)
https://www.ncronline.org/opinion/guest-voices/its-time-ugandan-bishops-speak-about-inhumane-anti-lgbtq-laws
- "This Pride Month, Catholic Church shows clear, if subtle, shifts toward LGBTQ welcome" (RNS)
https://www.ncronline.org/news/vatican/pride-month-catholic-church-shows-clear-if-subtle-shifts-toward-lgbtq-welcome
- "Dodgers pitcher denounces team’s decision to honor anti-Catholic group: ‘God cannot be mocked’" (CNA)
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/254461/dodgers-pitcher-denounces-team-s-decision-to-honor-anti-catholic-group-god-cannot-be-mocked
- "Can Catholics celebrate Pride Month? Yes, and here’s why." (Outreach)
https://outreach.faith/2023/05/can-catholics-celebrate-pride-month-yes-and-heres-why-2/
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