Antoeni:


https://punchng.com/same-sex-marriage-catholic-teaching-doesnt-change-bishops/

The biggest blessing you can give a person not living according to Gods ( not the church’ ) is to correct them . And if you will bless them publicly , then also correct and rebuke them publicly , in love . That is what the scripture says. And no Pope born of woman or anything else can change that truth.

Antoeni:
We know blessings makes Holy isn't it. By implication....
You make something holy by impacting your blessings. This is simple sylogistic summarry after I took another look at the whole issue. We do need a controversial person.... They have been other Popes without controversies in very sensitive issues...why is Pope Francis different?

I'm glad revised your submission. I read your earlier thoughts on the matter and I kept shaking my head in dismay. What is there to bless? Read Romans 1:27 - 28

SoNature:
Pope Francis didn't ask the priests to start wedding gay couples. He simply said they are free to bless them because everyone deserves God's blessings and he hopes that would make them change their ways. People should stop distorting facts.

bullshit! You go explain tire

Antoeni:
Understanding the Pope’s position on the blessing of Same-Sex relationships before rushing to misrepresent the truth:

*“Fiducia supplicans"* in simpler terms:

*1. Blessings, not marriage:* The Church understands blessings as ways to ask for God's grace and favour in various situations. This document clarifies that it's possible to bless same-sex couples without recognizing their union as marriage.

*2. No change in marriage teaching:* The Church's teaching on marriage as between a man and a woman remains unchanged. This blessing gesture doesn't endorse their relationship but shows God's love for all.

*3. Blessings come in different forms:* There are formal blessings, like at weddings, and informal ones, like at shrines. This document focuses on informal blessings, where anyone, including those in irregular relationships, can ask for God's blessing.

*4. Blessings show humility and need for God:* Asking for a blessing expresses trust in God and a desire for his goodness. Even if someone's situation isn't perfect, they can still seek God's grace.

*5. Blessings have limits:* While the Church can offer blessings to everyone, it can't bless anything contrary to God's will. So, this blessing doesn't legitimize same-sex unions but asks for God's guidance and love.

*6. Discernment and respect:* The document encourages pastors to use their judgment when deciding about such blessings. The setting and words should be clear to avoid confusion with marriage ceremonies.

*7. Hope and openness:* Ultimately, this document reflects the Church's desire to welcome everyone with God's love and mercy, even those in challenging situations. It's a step towards greater understanding and pastoral care.

*Remember:* This is a simplified explanation of a complex document. For a deeper understanding, consult the original text (the English version begins on pages 20 through 28) --

I bow for una Catholic details of creeds.
What is the meaning of No.1 above, pls? I no fit read o.
A spade is a spade.
What I like about these pope fathers is that they say their mind anytime since no one can query them.
Abomination is Abomination.
Let's not use grammars to reset meanings

Keep playin'

Antoeni:
The Pope style of leadership is Pastoral. A shepherd who love his sheep. The emphasis is on case by case basis by priest. This situation will help the priest journey with the wayward LGBTQ people and bring them back to track.

Antoeni:
The Blessing is Not Done Liturgically like That of Holy Matrimony

Antoeni:
The Pope style of leadership is Pastoral. A shepherd who love his sheep. The emphasis is on case by case basis by priest. This situation will help the priest journey with the wayward LGBTQ people and bring them back to track.

So, applying human wisdom is what will help the LGBTQ+ back to track?
People who accepted Christ as their Lord and saviour, were they converted through human wisdom or through faith in the gospel they heard?

Rom1:27
... Men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompence of their error which was meet.(KJV).
Sir, go and read that scripture over and over until the truth sink in you.
How can a blessing be pronounced on what the scripture called ERROR?

Arm robbers who are about to go into operation can also approach a priest to bless them in their evil dealings?
we should leave sentiment aside because of
denomination we belong to and embrace the truth which is the word of God, that's when we can walk in the light.

Beuberry:
Pope you are on ya own. Same sex marriage is absurd against nature and God. Even if we are all atheists, it's absurd for men to be banging men. Igi o le maa do igi!

men banging men

Lasky2000:
Wondering why some Christians catholics here are supporting Pope decisions, how did we get here as Christians? Why should something like this be blessed ? If we aren't careful we will start loosing our moral values just in the name of civilization!
God's words will never change

They are NOT Christians....they are catholics.

the Bible teaches that God loves all of his creation and offers forgiveness to those who repent and turn away from their sins.

Jesus did not condemn people based on their sexual orientation, but rather showed compassion and grace to those who were marginalized and oppressed.

He also taught that the greatest commandments are to love God and love your neighbor as yourself.

To approve same sex marriage is against God's teaching but they must be showed love b4 converting them.

Antoeni:
Understanding the Pope’s position on the blessing of Same-Sex relationships before rushing to misrepresent the truth:

*“Fiducia supplicans"* in simpler terms:

*1. Blessings, not marriage:* The Church understands blessings as ways to ask for God's grace and favour in various situations. This document clarifies that it's possible to bless same-sex couples without recognizing their union as marriage.

*2. No change in marriage teaching:* The Church's teaching on marriage as between a man and a woman remains unchanged. This blessing gesture doesn't endorse their relationship but shows God's love for all.

*3. Blessings come in different forms:* There are formal blessings, like at weddings, and informal ones, like at shrines. This document focuses on informal blessings, where anyone, including those in irregular relationships, can ask for God's blessing.

*4. Blessings show humility and need for God:* Asking for a blessing expresses trust in God and a desire for his goodness. Even if someone's situation isn't perfect, they can still seek God's grace.

*5. Blessings have limits:* While the Church can offer blessings to everyone, it can't bless anything contrary to God's will. So, this blessing doesn't legitimize same-sex unions but asks for God's guidance and love.

*6. Discernment and respect:* The document encourages pastors to use their judgment when deciding about such blessings. The setting and words should be clear to avoid confusion with marriage ceremonies.

*7. Hope and openness:* Ultimately, this document reflects the Church's desire to welcome everyone with God's love and mercy, even those in challenging situations. It's a step towards greater understanding and pastoral care.

*Remember:* This is a simplified explanation of a complex document. For a deeper understanding, consult the original text (the English version begins on pages 20 through 28) --

The more you guys are trying to explain this abomination the more confusing it get.

When God created Adam and Eve, he blessed them is any body understanding something abi should I explain further.

Hehhehehehehhe..... I will not laff......I refuse to laff.

SoNature:


We are not in a position to judge anyone because judgement is of the Lord. And Matthew 7:1 warned us never to judge anyone. By the way, Our Lord Jesus Christ made it abundantly clear that he didn't come for the righteous.

Also, I don't think gay practices have connections with evil spirits. I think it's a lifestyle choice. Most times, I consider those folks mentally unstable people, not necessarily possessed by the demon.

Lastly, the Vatican City was declared a country so that the Pope and Catholics will stop interfering in local politics.

Antoeni:
Understanding the Pope’s position on the blessing of Same-Sex relationships before rushing to misrepresent the truth:

*“Fiducia supplicans"* in simpler terms:

*1. Blessings, not marriage:* The Church understands blessings as ways to ask for God's grace and favour in various situations. This document clarifies that it's possible to bless same-sex couples without recognizing their union as marriage.

*2. No change in marriage teaching:* The Church's teaching on marriage as between a man and a woman remains unchanged. This blessing gesture doesn't endorse their relationship but shows God's love for all.

*3. Blessings come in different forms:* There are formal blessings, like at weddings, and informal ones, like at shrines. This document focuses on informal blessings, where anyone, including those in irregular relationships, can ask for God's blessing.

*4. Blessings show humility and need for God:* Asking for a blessing expresses trust in God and a desire for his goodness. Even if someone's situation isn't perfect, they can still seek God's grace.

*5. Blessings have limits:* While the Church can offer blessings to everyone, it can't bless anything contrary to God's will. So, this blessing doesn't legitimize same-sex unions but asks for God's guidance and love.

*6. Discernment and respect:* The document encourages pastors to use their judgment when deciding about such blessings. The setting and words should be clear to avoid confusion with marriage ceremonies.

*7. Hope and openness:* Ultimately, this document reflects the Church's desire to welcome everyone with God's love and mercy, even those in challenging situations. It's a step towards greater understanding and pastoral care.

*Remember:* This is a simplified explanation of a complex document. For a deeper understanding, consult the original text (the English version begins on pages 20 through 28) --

You and Pope gather smoke the same drug. Blessings ko. Yanshing ni.

SoNature:


The Catholic Church has lasted for over 2000 years and remains the world's largest, richest and oldest international organisation of all time. If our beliefs were that easy to change, believe me, the Universal Church wouldn't have lasted for this long.

What does this have to do with what the pope says? The pope has the power to change anything and everything in the church.

You are not the headquarters. Lol. Calm down.

The Universal Church in Africa is taking her time to explain to the laity the position of the Pope so that they don't get swayed by the opinions of naysayers. Trust me, the Catholic Church has many of them, including in the Christendom

I understand that you have not yet accepted the reality that the catholic church has accepted gay marriages...lol ... but the real catholic church is the place where the Pope made the announcement. Time will tell whether the Nigerian branch supersedes the one in Rome...or not. Or perhaps, the Nigerian branch will break away. Then, will you still be catholic? Lol. Time will tell.


The pope is number 1. If the pope says A and you say your culture in Africa contradicts what the pope says...then, you are the guilty party. Also, the African branch cannot interpret in another dimension what the pope says.

Like I said, time will tell. If the African branch has the liberty of disobeying the pope, we will know. And trust me...it is a double-edged sword in play.

From what is on the ground...the pope says your priests can bless gay marriages. If it doesn't mean accepting their marriages or even allowing them to marry in your church, we will know. Lol. You know that gays that are rejected will start reporting the Nigerian catholic to Rome. And if Rome accepts that it is the Nigerian branch's business to accept or not...time is the answer.

SoNature:
Pope Francis didn't ask the priests to start wedding gay couples. He simply said they are free to bless them because everyone deserves God's blessings and he hopes that would make them change their ways. People should stop distorting facts.

una can defend una yahoo religion sha wey be say pope sef na gay

SoNature:


Believe whatever you like, but one thing is certain: Catholic Churches won't unite gay couples in holy matrimony.

Dude, how do you expect God to bless those going contrary to His word? Keep deceiving yourself. Blessing simply means recognising them as couple. If you don't know, know it now.

Emu4life:
See this Mumu. Are you holier than the Pope?

Many people don't know why Christianity is Synonymous to Homosexuality.

Romans 1: 22-27

22 Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools

23 and exchanged the glory of the immortal God into that of a mortal human being (Jesus) and birds and animals and reptiles.

24 Therefore God gave them over in the sinful desires of
their hearts to sexual impurity for the degrading of their bodies with one another.

25 They changed the truth about God into a lie, and worshiped and served a creature (Jesus) rather than the Creator (God Almighty) —who is forever praised. Amen.

26 For this Curse, God gave them over to shameful lusts. Even their women exchanged natural sexual relations for unnatural ones(Lesbianism).

27 In the same way, the men also abandoned natural relations with women and were inflamed with lust for one another (Gayism). Men committed shameful acts with other men, and received in themselves the due penalty for their error.


The above verses point clearly to why Christianity is synonymous to Homosexuality. Christian nations trying very hard to promote homosexuality, thier Pope (Highest Christian Personality) justifying homosexuality and blessing it. They want the whole world to be morally corrupted by their Curse as mentioned by the Bible.

The only solution to Homosexuality today is for Christians to stop worshipping a Mortal creature(Jesus) and worship the True Creator as this is what brought the curse of homosexuality in the first place.

Only a sick person thinks sexual relationship between (Same gender) women or Men is not a curse.

oga jehovah sef na scam, christianity is a slave tool, it has never helped us in anyway.

Antoeni:
Understanding the Pope’s position on the blessing of Same-Sex relationships before rushing to misrepresent the truth:

*“Fiducia supplicans"* in simpler terms:

*1. Blessings, not marriage:* The Church understands blessings as ways to ask for God's grace and favour in various situations. This document clarifies that it's possible to bless same-sex couples without recognizing their union as marriage.

*2. No change in marriage teaching:* The Church's teaching on marriage as between a man and a woman remains unchanged. This blessing gesture doesn't endorse their relationship but shows God's love for all.

*3. Blessings come in different forms:* There are formal blessings, like at weddings, and informal ones, like at shrines. This document focuses on informal blessings, where anyone, including those in irregular relationships, can ask for God's blessing.

*4. Blessings show humility and need for God:* Asking for a blessing expresses trust in God and a desire for his goodness. Even if someone's situation isn't perfect, they can still seek God's grace.

*5. Blessings have limits:* While the Church can offer blessings to everyone, it can't bless anything contrary to God's will. So, this blessing doesn't legitimize same-sex unions but asks for God's guidance and love.

*6. Discernment and respect:* The document encourages pastors to use their judgment when deciding about such blessings. The setting and words should be clear to avoid confusion with marriage ceremonies.

*7. Hope and openness:* Ultimately, this document reflects the Church's desire to welcome everyone with God's love and mercy, even those in challenging situations. It's a step towards greater understanding and pastoral care.

*Remember:* This is a simplified explanation of a complex document. For a deeper understanding, consult the original text (the English version begins on pages 20 through 28) --

You go explain taya

DestinyNigga:


We are christians. Catholic is bringing shame to our christian faith!! Other religions are now making mockery of us because of this singular act of pipe. Mind you that I used to be a Catholic. I was born, baptised and recieve my holy communion in catholic before I later convert to another church! Catholic is like the father of christians. Whatever law they made today, affect all Christians in one way or the other!

Other Christian denominations have always cashed in on areas they think the Catholic Church failed. So, it didn't start today. The Pope had to take a position on this issue because some people are already fighting hard and compelling the church to accept the practice. There's nothing absolutely wrong with the Pope's position.

Armaggedon:
But more "teachings" were added?

I want to Marry the Pope he will be the wife while I will be the husband, so that he can be collecting the knacks from behind...... RUBBISH!!I want to Marry the Pope he will be the wife while I will be the husband, so that he can be collecting the knacks from behind...... RUBBISH!!...

SoNature:
Pope Francis didn't ask the priests to start wedding gay couples. He simply said they are free to bless them because everyone deserves God's blessings and he hopes that would make them change their ways. People should stop distorting facts.

Nonsense

israelmao:


A man shall leave his father and mother and be cleaved unto his wife.Who is a man and who is a wife?Why did God fashion a woman out of Adam's ribs and gave her to Adam?If God saw the need for Adam to marry a man he would've created another one not woman.

A man shall leave his father and mother and be cleaved unto his wife
This verse doesn't mean marriage no word of marriage there
Cleaved unto literally means is to Cohort(Not married) just to leave together not legalize marriage..

God destroyed two cities because of homosexuality, and you want to bless them so they can change,that's absurd.
They think they are wiser than God.

Antoeni:
Understanding the Pope’s position on the blessing of Same-Sex relationships before rushing to misrepresent the truth:

*“Fiducia supplicans"* in simpler terms:

*1. Blessings, not marriage:* The Church understands blessings as ways to ask for God's grace and favour in various situations. This document clarifies that it's possible to bless same-sex couples without recognizing their union as marriage.

*2. No change in marriage teaching:* The Church's teaching on marriage as between a man and a woman remains unchanged. This blessing gesture doesn't endorse their relationship but shows God's love for all.

*3. Blessings come in different forms:* There are formal blessings, like at weddings, and informal ones, like at shrines. This document focuses on informal blessings, where anyone, including those in irregular relationships, can ask for God's blessing.

*4. Blessings show humility and need for God:* Asking for a blessing expresses trust in God and a desire for his goodness. Even if someone's situation isn't perfect, they can still seek God's grace.

*5. Blessings have limits:* While the Church can offer blessings to everyone, it can't bless anything contrary to God's will. So, this blessing doesn't legitimize same-sex unions but asks for God's guidance and love.

*6. Discernment and respect:* The document encourages pastors to use their judgment when deciding about such blessings. The setting and words should be clear to avoid confusion with marriage ceremonies.

*7. Hope and openness:* Ultimately, this document reflects the Church's desire to welcome everyone with God's love and mercy, even those in challenging situations. It's a step towards greater understanding and pastoral care.

*Remember:* This is a simplified explanation of a complex document. For a deeper understanding, consult the original text (the English version begins on pages 20 through 28) --

See how humans justify sin and unrighteousness?
How can that which is Unholy be blessed by God?

I believe the pope will change is position sooner that later, else the bible believing catholics will start leaving the church.

Antoeni:
Understanding the Pope’s position on the blessing of Same-Sex relationships before rushing to misrepresent the truth:

*“Fiducia supplicans"* in simpler terms:

*1. Blessings, not marriage:* The Church understands blessings as ways to ask for God's grace and favour in various situations. This document clarifies that it's possible to bless same-sex couples without recognizing their union as marriage.

*2. No change in marriage teaching:* The Church's teaching on marriage as between a man and a woman remains unchanged. This blessing gesture doesn't endorse their relationship but shows God's love for all.

*3. Blessings come in different forms:* There are formal blessings, like at weddings, and informal ones, like at shrines. This document focuses on informal blessings, where anyone, including those in irregular relationships, can ask for God's blessing.

*4. Blessings show humility and need for God:* Asking for a blessing expresses trust in God and a desire for his goodness. Even if someone's situation isn't perfect, they can still seek God's grace.

*5. Blessings have limits:* While the Church can offer blessings to everyone, it can't bless anything contrary to God's will. So, this blessing doesn't legitimize same-sex unions but asks for God's guidance and love.

*6. Discernment and respect:* The document encourages pastors to use their judgment when deciding about such blessings. The setting and words should be clear to avoid confusion with marriage ceremonies.

*7. Hope and openness:* Ultimately, this document reflects the Church's desire to welcome everyone with God's love and mercy, even those in challenging situations. It's a step towards greater understanding and pastoral care.

*Remember:* This is a simplified explanation of a complex document. For a deeper understanding, consult the original text (the English version begins on pages 20 through 28) --

Blessing someone simply means you accept his positions.

In simple terms, the Pope is wrong, no any explanation can be given.

Prelate Joseph Strickland was forcefully resigned from office simply because he caution the Pope.

Let's not give any explanation to condoling what's wrong.

I think there's a need to define what love really means.
Love does not mean condoling anything that comes around. God has a template which defines love. Love means obedience to his words and precepts. Though God loves sinners, he'll still send them to hell if they don't repent. The Pope's act of showing love may be good in terms of aims, but loving them without being open enough to let them know wrong is wrong would cause more harm than good. Christ ate with prostitutes and tax collectors, yet, he never failed to publicly rebuke them for those evils.

Instead of blessing gay marriage

Bless polygamous marriage rather.

Amalekki:
Misconception again.
Catholic church did not bless same sex marriage, Catholic church blesses the individuals not the marriage.
With the thief on the right hand, Jesus Christ did not bless or endorse robbery.

Hypocrite
You bless an individual when you know their union is sinful.
Lets call a spade a spade

Armaggedon:
Blessings gay couples means approving gay marriage without making Africans like you angry.

If you had existed in the days of Jesus, you would have been among the many that accused him of empowering sinning because he ate, drank, and chattered with sinners.

[quote author=Emu4life post=127556057]See this Mumu. Are you holier than the Pope?

Many people don't know why Christianity is Synonymous to Homosexuality.

Romans 1: 22-27

22 Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools

23 and exchanged the glory of the immortal God into that of a mortal human being (Jesus) and birds and animals and reptiles.

24 Therefore God gave them over in the sinful desires of
their hearts to sexual impurity for the degrading of their bodies with one another.

25 They changed the truth about God into a lie, and worshiped and served a creature (Jesus) rather than the Creator (God Almighty) —who is forever praised. Amen.

26 For this Curse, God gave them over to shameful lusts. Even their women exchanged natural sexual relations for unnatural ones(Lesbianism).

27 In the same way, the men also abandoned natural relations with women and were inflamed with lust for one another (Gayism). Men committed shameful acts with other men, and received in themselves the due penalty for their error.


[b]The above verses point clearly to why Christianity is synonymous to Homosexuality. Christian nations trying very hard to promote homosexuality, thier Pope (Highest Christian Personality) justifying homosexuality and blessing it. They want the whole world to be morally corrupted by their Curse as mentioned by the Bible.

The only solution to Homosexuality today is for Christians to stop worshipping a Mortal creature(Jesus) and worship the True Creator as this is what brought the curse of homosexuality in the first place.

Only a sick person thinks sexual relationship between (Same gender) women or Men is not a curse.

Jesus Christ is a Divine Being, NOT a mortal creature.

Slave masters leading gullible sheeps, I dey wait for God to talk him own