Stephen Fahrig

Jesus washing disciple's feet

Deacon Cerrato’s Establishment Hypothesis

2 years ago Comments Off on Deacon Cerrato’s Establishment Hypothesis
When and by whom was the diaconate instituted? By Jesus Christ at the Last Supper, or by the apostles as a response to new ministerial needs in the Church? How are the three degrees of holy orders — diaconate, priesthood and episcopate — related to each other, and what is the basis for their unity? Read More
DEACON ANTONIO MAMMOLITI

Always Leave an Opening for Hope

4 years ago Comments Off on Always Leave an Opening for Hope
“I never preach on abortion, because there might be women in the congregation who’ve had an abortion, and I don’t want them to feel bad.” A priest said this in my presence about 10 years ago, and his words have stuck with me for the last decade — not because I agree with them, but Read More