So?
Just more deception for the Roman Catholic to believe.
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Lot's of ways to preserve bodies.
Posted on 02/02/2020 5:50:43 PM PST by marshmallow
KAMPALA — Kampala Catholic Archbishop Cyprian Kizito Lwanga has directed that no Christian or practicing Catholic will be allowed to receive the Holy Communion by hand.
He has also decreed that Holy Mass will no longer be celebrated in homes, as is the current norm, in a bid to “fend off abuses in the liturgical life of the Church”.
The directives are contained in a decree he issued on Saturday, February 1, 2020 following a high level meeting with the clergy and senior executive committees of parishes at Rubaga Cathedral in Kampala. A decree (Latin: decretum) is an order or law made by a superior authority for the direction of others.
Previously, Catholics have been receiving the Eucharist either by the palm of the hand or by mouth. But under the new decree, the priest will only be allowed to distribute the Holy Eucharist (bread) by mouth. Archbishop Lwanga said the measure is in keeping with the liturgical and canonical norms of the Church Universal under Canon Law 392: 2.
"Henceforth, it is forbidden to distribute or to receive Holy Communion In the hands. Mother Church enjoins US to hold the Most Holy Eucharist in the highest honor (Can. 898). Due to many reported instances of dishonoring the Eucharist that have been associated with reception of the Eucharist in the hands, it is lilting to return to the more reverent method of receiving the Eucharist on the tongue,” the letter reads in part.
(Excerpt) Read more at pmldaily.com ...
alrighty then.
Heck!
Even knowledgeable Mormons are aware of THIS!!!
Reliable WITNESSES have sworn so!!
An 1830 statement titled "Testimony of Three Witnesses"—one statement signed by three men rather than three separate statements—was published at the end of the first edition of the Book of Mormon:
Be it known unto all nations, kindreds, tongues, and people, unto whom this work shall come: That we, through the grace of God the Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, have seen the plates which contain this record, which is a record of the people of Nephi, and also of the Lamanites, his brethren, and also of the people of Jared, who came from the tower of which hath been spoken. And we also know that they have been translated by the gift and power of God, for his voice hath declared it unto us; wherefore we know of a surety that the work is true. And we also testify that we have seeen [sic] the engravings which are upon the plates; and they have been shewn unto us by the power of God, and not of man. And we declare with words of soberness, that an angel of God came down from heaven, and he brought and laid before our eyes, that we beheld and saw the plates, and the engravings thereon; and we know that it is by the grace of God the Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, that we beheld and bear record that these things are true. And it is marvellous [sic] in our eyes. Nevertheless, the voice of the Lord commanded us that we should bear record of it; wherefore, to be obedient unto the commandments of God, we bear testimony of these things. And we know that if we are faithful in Christ, we shall rid our garments of the blood of all men, and be found spotless before the judgment-seat of Christ, and shall dwell with him eternally in the heavens. And the honor be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost, which is one God. Amen.
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Want to explain what I should have gleaned from it if I did?
The 'who' seems to be something that is a bit elusive.
I've had FR Catholics tell me it's because Mary is now in heaven that she has these powers given to her.
Ignore the man behind the curtain.
Mark 11:32
But if we say, 'Of human origin' . . . " (They feared the people, for everyone held that John really was a prophet.)
Plus, if you took the money away from the "Mary" business, Rome and a whole bunch of their business owners would be in a world of hurt.
You may have just hit on the problem.
T-MOBILE?? PBTTT!!
All they got is a wee bit of 5G stuff.
Rome's Mary has got at LEAST ∞ communication powers!!
Follow the money. It’s always follow the money.
You might have learned about something that happened more recently that 90 AD.
So when Jesus said the He would be with us He meant that He is the Holy Spirit?
amm.org/AboutAMM/story%20of%20St%20Catherine.aspx
Since some of you are concerned about the Miraculous Medal here is a link to St Catherine Laboure’s story which includes her body’s current condition.
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Catherine Benincasa was born in Siena, Italy, on the Day of Annunciation in 1347. Catherine was the youngest or second-youngest of over 20 children (exact numbers vary depending on the source) and survived a twin who died shortly after birth. Her father was a wool dyer and housed extended family in an estate that stands to this day. As a child, Catherine loved spending time alone with God in prayer and teaching other children. When she was six, she had her first purported vision of Christ while walking with her brother to a married sister’s house. At the age of seven, she secretly dedicated her life to God. When she was twelve, in obedience to her mother, she briefly spent time dressing to attract a husband but quickly reverted to a plainer style, cut off her hair, and vowed to never marry. Her punishment was to do the menial tasks around the house, which she accomplished with such joy that her father relented.
Catherine of Siena lived an ascetic life even while surrounded by family. Her room was a small cell where she spent much time praying, fasting, and scourging herself. Eventually, her family allowed her to join the Dominican order as a tertiary—a layperson who resolves to live according to Dominican values in the secular world. This allowed her to take on the discipline of a Dominican while remaining at home. Catherine ate and slept very little and only left home to visit the nearby church. Her alleged visions, both of Christ’s encouragement and demonic attacks, increased. After three years speaking only to her confessor, she claimed to have had a vision of Christ, Mary, and the angels. In the vision, Mary took Catherine’s hand, and Jesus put a ring on her finger in a spiritual marriage ceremony. Jesus then told Catherine that her years of training were over and she was to go into the world and serve others.
Catherine of Siena’s service to the public was remarkable. She started by nursing patients with the vilest diseases. Her dedication and cheerful demeanor attracted a group of monks, priests, artists, and one sister-in-law who joined her in the work. Catherine claimed to be able to read the thoughts of her associates and know their temptations even when separated from her. In her work of helping the sick and visiting prisoners, many miracles were claimed, which eventually brought Catherine to the attention of church leaders who used her negotiating skills to resolve arguments throughout Italy. Arbitrating personal grievances quickly led her into politics. Catherine encouraged Pope Gregory XI to crusade against the Turks, acted as his representative to the rebellious Florentines, and convinced him to return to Rome from Avignon. During the early days of the Great Schism that followed Gregory’s death, Pope Urban VI was so taken with Catherine’s written admonishments that he brought her to Rome to advise him personally. Catherine spent her last years there, working on behalf of the poor and sick and writing letters on behalf of the Pope, culminating with his reconciliation with the Roman Republic.
Catherine of Siena died at the age of 33, most likely due to her extreme asceticism. She left behind The Dialogue of St. Catherine and four hundred letters, many of which were written in a trance. Catherine was canonized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church in 1461 and was later declared one of the patron saints of Italy. Her feast day is April 30.
Catherine of Siena’s joy in service is certainly commendable, as is her willingness to help those in direst need. However, Catherine’s asceticism, mysticism, and Catholicism are problematic. In one of her many personal visions, she claimed Jesus gave her a “wedding ring” (made either of jewel-encrusted metal or of His foreskin), but only she could see it. Sometime later, she said she received the stigmata—again only she could see the wounds she bore. She also claimed to have drunk Christ’s blood straight from His side. It’s hard to say where the visions came from. Was she hallucinating from starvation (she sometimes survived only on a daily Eucharist) and lack of sleep? Was she the victim of demonic deception? Did she suffer from mental illness? God has never told anyone to fast so much that they died of malnutrition. The Lord has nothing to do with a desire to flagellate oneself. And there is nothing in the Bible that supports the Catholic idea of women “marrying” Jesus in the context of their dedication to Him.
When considering Catherine of Siena or any other inspiring leader, we must always compare his or her teachings to the Bible (1 Thessalonians 5:21). Truth does not come from dream-like conversations with the apostles, beating oneself with a whip, or wearing invisible rings. Truth is the Word of God (John 17:17). It is objective, not subjective. It is found in the Bible, not in personal experience. Discernment in all things is key.
https://www.gotquestions.org/Catherine-of-Siena.html
There is no NT support for idols like the Brown Scapular or the "Miraculous Medal". These things cannot convey to people special powers or signal graces or whatever else Rome falsely claims.
It is just another form of idolatry from Rome.
This thing(s) I might have learned: how would they impact my life in any way?
St Catherine Laboure’s body can be seen in a church. It is incorrupt.
So?
Just more deception for the Roman Catholic to believe.
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Lot's of ways to preserve bodies.
Or OT; either.
But; one has to admit; there ARE "Novenas that NEVER Fail!!"; right??
Roman Catholics never cease to amaze with their non-Scriptural beliefs.
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