Posted on 09/22/2017 11:18:52 AM PDT by ebb tide
Even in Europe and among Catholic communities, there is "repression and rejection of migrants", "signs of intolerance, discrimination and xenophobia" in some parts of the continent. The warning comes from Pope Francis as he received the national directors of pastoral care for migrants, attending the meeting promoted by the Council of European Bishops' Conferences (CCEE) being held in Rome.
Francis noted that this "unease" should be recognized and understood in the light of a historic moment marked by the economic crisis, which has left deep wounds. This unease has also been exacerbated by the scale and composition of migratory flows, the substantial inadequacy of host societies and often inadequate national and community policies. But the discomfort is also indicative of the limits of the processes of European unification, of the obstacles that confront the concrete application of the universality of human rights and of the walls against which integral humanism, one of the most beautiful fruits of civilization European, is shattering."
"For Christians all this is to be interpreted beyond secular individualism, in the logic of the centrality of the human person created by God, unique and unrepeatable." And from a missiological perspective, contemporary migratory flows constitute a new missionary frontier, a privileged opportunity to announce Jesus Christ and his Gospel without moving from his environment, to concretely testify the Christian faith in charity and in deep respect for other religious expressions. The meeting with migrants and refugees from other confessions and religions is a fertile ground for the development of a genuine and enriching ecumenical and interreligious dialogue. "
The Pope finally reaffirmed what he wrote in the message for the World Day for Migrants and Refugees of next year that "the pastoral response to contemporary migration challenges should be articulated around four verbs: welcome, protect, promote, integrate. The verb welcome then translates into other verbs such as expanding legal and safe entry routes, offering a first adequate and decent accommodation and securing personal security and access to basic services for everyone. The verb to protect is specified in providing reliable and certified information before leaving, defending the fundamental rights of migrants and refugees irrespective of their migratory status and watch over the most vulnerable, which are children and women. Promoting means essentially ensuring conditions for the integral human development of all, migrants and indigenous people. The integrating verb translates into p opening intercultural encounters, encouraging mutual enrichment, and promoting active paths towards citizenship. "
To my knowledge, there has not been one time that Pope Francis has announced Jesus Christ to non-Catholics. He has canned speeches for each and every audience, whether it be Jews, Muslims, Hindus, the U.N., , abortionists, etc.
Yet he will refer to Jesus Christ when he chastises traditional, faithful Catholics for their large families, their homophobia, their bead-counting and their rigorism regarding Church doctrine.
Popes used to be made of sterner stuff.
As a catholic I refer to the catechism. It pearly states that illegal activity is wrong it is against the third commandment to disobey authority for starts but it
It also clearly states that illegally immigrating in a country depletes resources and threatens sovereignty
I am not against migrants, immigrants or even people wanting to take advantage of lax authority in wanting a better life for their families and assimilating into that country and culture
But I am against this invasion. This is an invasion. The authorities refuse to acknowledge that publicly. But Trump had better be busy with it because I am not the only one who sees it. A large percent of his voters see it too
It’s NOT xenophobia, for crying out loud. It’s parasites sucking off of taxpayer phobia.
Listen, popey-dope. You don’t have to worry about being raped, or having your taxes raised to pay for the upkeep of the “migrants.” You will not live every day with your life in danger.
So shut up.
Can you imagine the reaction if a homeless Christian urinated and defecated on the grounds of the Mosque of Rome?
Pope Francis,
Why are not muslims and Jews in leadership positions in the Catholic church?
Practice what you preach.
In order for you to love your neighbor your neighbor first has to stop trying to kill you.
Actually Jesus Christ and St. Stephen, the first martyr, loved and forgave their neighbors as they were being murdered.
The issue would be settled quickly by local community action (i.e., murder by painful lynching).
The only ‘sign’ I want to see regarding ‘Francis’ is a smoke signal indicating his death. Hopefully tonight. This man is a living demon that walks amongst us.
The only Vatican smoke signal is white smoke announcing that a new Pope has been elected.
That said, who were the IDIOTS in the College of Cardinals who elected this jerk!!?
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