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There is a movement afoot in the RCC to name Mary as the "co-redeemer" and the "dispensatrix of all grace."

Pope John Pual II referred to Mary as the "co-redeemer" six times in public speeches.

This is the religion forum. Religion issues are discussed. Do you believe titling Mary as the "Co-Redeemer" is the correct Biblical approach in light Scripture?

"For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus." -- 1 Timothy 2:5

"In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins" -- cOLOSSIANS 1:14

If you think this is far-fetched, consider one of the earlier Catholic caucus threads which applauds the designation...

PADRE PIO AND THE MOTHER CO-REDEMPTRIX

I agree with you that using the term "Co-redeemer" is going to far, because it has a connotation of equality.

While Mary is not our redeemer, she can be said to have a role in our redemption, since Mary gave birth to our redeemer. But it was Jesus who redeemed us. Mary's role while a tremedous honor is small.

So it really boils down to what are Catholics thinking when they use that term. But I agree it's a dangerous term. Even if they use it now with the proper perspective of Mary's role, the use of it is likely to lead others to assume a greater role for Mary than is warranted.

I'll try to check out that thread later. I have heard that there are areas in the third world where Mary is actually worshipped. But I've never been clear on how widespread it is, or if it's just a hit piece.

I would expect that an occasional Catholic would get confused given the Catholic traditions, just like the occasional Baptist, will think going to church or being baptised will save them, regardless of how many times the opposite is preached from the pulpit.