The Gospel reminds us to receive the Holy Spirit and forgive sins. Clericalism at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Amarillo, TX, prioritizes Fr. Tony’s ordination over the sacrament of Penance. Pope Francis urges us to reject clericalism and focus on humility and service. Human trafficking violates human dignity. Communal discernment can help address clericalism.
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Thursday of the Seventh Week of Easter
The post expresses concern about Bishop Zurek’s actions and the impact on access to sacraments. It questions his clericalism and the cancellation of Mass and confessions. The post also compares clericalism to conflicts that contradict human dignity. It highlights the need for discussions and synodal paths for the common good.
Wednesday of the Seventh Week of Easter/ Optional Memorial of Saint Isidore
Is it clericalism for Bishop Zurek to demand that we pray, “Oh Jesus, give us priests according to your heart!”; and then have us cancel confession at his Cathedral so those priests can be interviewed and throw out the first pitch at a Sod Poodles game❓
Feast of Saint Matthias, Apostle
For me, is St. Mary’s Catholic Cathedral, Amarillo, a nest at which I chose to stay, or a “field hospital for the vulnerable” in which I was chose to work❓