The St. Nicholas Tavelic Network backs his emphasis on charity and respect in proclaiming the Gospel to Muslims and the necessity of a visible Christian identity.
They should read Fulton Sheen’s 1950 book called The World’s First Love, on the power of Mary. One chapter on Mary and the Moslems claims that our evangelization of them would be successful if based on our unique Marian devotion. Fatima is a Moslems name, as Mohammed had a beloved daughter with that name. They get that reverence. In a real sense, the more devout Catholic we are, the world is attracted. And it is interesting the tale of how Catholic Portugal got the town name. Highly recommend the book. But also this chapter may be online thanks to commentary from Fr Walter Ciczek who wrote an essay noting the Marian conversion influence in history. After all: Guadalupe happened same era as the heresy of Protestantism. What Europe lost, Mexico gained.
This is the first I’ve heard of a modern Bishop calling for the evangelization of Muslims. How long before he is disciplined by his Bishops conference or Leo apologizes for him?
What an amazing Bishop! I believe it's the first time that I have heard a Bishop calling for evangelizing muslims. Hopefully, other Bishops will follow.
This is the only mechanism by which we can save our culture. Welcoming immigrants to the truth and beauty of the one Faith will do what nothing else can-rebuild our lost Christian civilisation through healthy families and societies.
They should read Fulton Sheen’s 1950 book called The World’s First Love, on the power of Mary. One chapter on Mary and the Moslems claims that our evangelization of them would be successful if based on our unique Marian devotion. Fatima is a Moslems name, as Mohammed had a beloved daughter with that name. They get that reverence. In a real sense, the more devout Catholic we are, the world is attracted. And it is interesting the tale of how Catholic Portugal got the town name. Highly recommend the book. But also this chapter may be online thanks to commentary from Fr Walter Ciczek who wrote an essay noting the Marian conversion influence in history. After all: Guadalupe happened same era as the heresy of Protestantism. What Europe lost, Mexico gained.
This is the first I’ve heard of a modern Bishop calling for the evangelization of Muslims. How long before he is disciplined by his Bishops conference or Leo apologizes for him?
Nevertheless, good for him!
Pope Francis criticized Catholics for helping a Muslim to convert, accusing them of proselytizing. Pray that +Leo wiser.
Yeah, he also upheld a Marxist crucifix as well.
THANKS BE TO GOD FOR THIS BISHOP! Christ's command in Matthew 28:19-20 mandates making disciples of all nation; THAT IS, OF ALL PEOPLES......
Excellent article.
What an amazing Bishop! I believe it's the first time that I have heard a Bishop calling for evangelizing muslims. Hopefully, other Bishops will follow.
This is the only mechanism by which we can save our culture. Welcoming immigrants to the truth and beauty of the one Faith will do what nothing else can-rebuild our lost Christian civilisation through healthy families and societies.