[JohnnyZ]

I'm reminded of the Catholic attitude toward us Prods every time I attend a Catholic service and am denied communion, but he didn't need to rub our noses in it.

But do you understand the Catholic position on receiving Holy Eucharist?

Do you believe that the bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ? If not, how can you say "Amen" when it is pronounced as such?

Are you in communion with the Catholic church? Then how can you participate in an expression of unity, when unity does not exist? That's why it's often recommended that non-Catholics at Mass pray for Christian unity during communion.

Why is it so hard to respect the beliefs of Catholics and the Church? It's not just an "attitude" -- the sacrifice of the Mass is serious and holy.

[colorado tanker]

Why is it so hard to respect the beliefs of Catholics and the Church?

Didn't say that. I have great respect for Catholic beliefs and I've have a kid in Catholic School. It's just that when I hear stuff like Benedict's recent statement it seems I have a lot more respect for Catholic beliefs than the Catholic Church has for mine.