Nun excommunicated for allowing abortion to save the life of a mother

[Beryana]

Originally Posted by DrPhil

Or studied Catholicism for some reason?

That would be a good question if we asked such questions when we discuss other denominations and religions on here. Moreover, if Beryana thinks he/she has something to contribute, he/she should do so without the "you all think you know, but you don't" tone.

And I have never alluded to being an expert on Catholic Theology and definitely not on Canon Law. However, I am amused by those who DO feel they know both topics very well. I am a lowly graduate student in Catholic Theology. For the most part, I'm staying out of this conversation as I have had experience with the other players in this conversation (and have also deleted many of the posts which I WAS going to post) and despite my belief that I have a firm grasp on Catholic social teachings many of those involved in this conversation are set in their beliefs that some of the teachings of the Catholic Church are antiquated.

If you really care to know what the Catholic Church teaches, or even the systems in place for dealing with various wrongdoings, I'm more than happy to direct you to them - and they do not include newspapers or wikipedia.
(And it doesn't take too much effort to figure out that I am a 'she'. . . .)

[DrPhil]

Originally Posted by Beryana

And I have never alluded to being an expert on Catholic Theology and definitely not on Canon Law. However, I am amused by those who DO feel they know both topics very well. I am a lowly graduate student in Catholic Theology. For the most part, I'm staying out of this conversation as I have had experience with the other players in this conversation (and have also deleted many of the posts which I WAS going to post) and despite my belief that I have a firm grasp on Catholic social teachings many of those involved in this conversation are set in their beliefs that some of the teachings of the Catholic Church are antiquated.

If you really care to know what the Catholic Church teaches, or even the systems in place for dealing with various wrongdoings, I'm more than happy to direct you to them - and they do not include newspapers or wikipedia.

Thanks for announcing this. Woohoo.

Originally Posted by Beryana

(And it doesn't take too much effort to figure out that I am a 'she'. . . .)

More effort than it's worth, but thanks for letting me know.

[dekeguy]

[QUOTE=Beryana;1932303] For the most part, I'm staying out of this conversation as I have had experience with the other players in this conversation (and have also deleted many of the posts which I WAS going to post) and despite my belief that I have a firm grasp on Catholic social teachings many of those involved in this conversation are set in their beliefs that some of the teachings of the Catholic Church are antiquated.

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Beryana,

Please don't stay out of this conversation. You surely have an excellent and current knowledge of RC teachings and the structure by which the Church imparts her teachings.

So many people have little or no understanding of the 'why' behind the practices and teachings of the Church that your cred as a grad student in Theology could be a great way to explain so many aspects of Catholocism to all of us. Last time I looked I was neither a moral theologian nor the Pontifax Maximus so I for one would really appreciate your take on this and broader issues.
By the way, are you lay or religious? I am lay, sed oro pro Societas.

[Beryana]

Originally Posted by dekeguy

By the way, are you lay or religious? I am lay, sed oro pro Societas.

I am a Lay Dominican - so a lay member of the Order of Preachers

[dekeguy]

Originally Posted by Beryana

I am a Lay Dominican - so a lay member of the Order of Preachers

Ah ha! Then you would be very conversant with Thomism!

Since you are a lay member of the OPs may I presume you know the significance of "Oro pro Societas"?