By: Francis

Francis — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 10:22:51 +0000

Well education is probably the most important thing needed. Make sure people know what the Church, that Our Lord Jesus Christ founded, has taught over the centuries about the purpose and ends of Marriage, the sacredness of Holy Communion, the seriousness of sins against chastity, why God has put these laws in place regarding Homosexuality, why sins against Chastity and Marriage are not just an offense against God, but are also harmful to us, social order and the bringing up of children and the consequences of serious sins against God ie Hell for eternity if we die in that state without confession and desiring to amend our life, and the eternal reward God gives us if we obey laws etc. And when people are taught these things and why, then we are all on the same page and discussion can begin. Of course though all these things should be taught gently to those who have not been taught their Faith properly, which goes for many, including myself. But people need to know the Truth. The Truth will set you free!!

By: Leo

Leo — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 03:44:16 +0000

Absolutely right, Tony, I can’t recall having previously seen a more confused and confusing document.
Apart from that, however, I want to know what is to stop anti-Catholic activists, e.g., feminists, homosexualists, from submitting their comments in the guise of practising and committed Catholics.

By: Tony Spelman

Tony Spelman — Tue, 03 Mar 2015 01:00:00 +0000

Kia ora
The current questionaire is unintelligible.
What other options are available?

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