Kresta in the Afternoon – October 2, 2023 – Hour 1
We learned today that five cardinals have submitted a Dubia regarding the Synod on Synodality to Pope Francis. Matthew Bunson joins us with the details. Also, Tim Glemkowski weighs in on what the latest data says about belief in the Eucharist.
Cardinals send ‘dubia’ to Pope Francis ahead of Synod on Synodality
Five cardinals have sent a set of questions to Pope Francis to express their concerns and seek clarification on points of doctrine and discipline ahead of this week’s opening of the Synod on Synodality at the Vatican. Matthew Bunson has the details on this rather complicated story.
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Cardinals send ‘dubia’ to Pope Francis ahead of Synod on Synodality
Read Pope Francis’ Response to the ‘Dubia’ Presented to Him by 5 Cardinals
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An Increase in Belief in the Eucharist?
In 2019, a Pew Research Study suggested that only about one-third of Catholics believed in the Church’s teaching on the Real Presence. But a new study released last week by CARA suggests the number is as high as two-thirds. Is this a sign things are improving? Tim Glemkowski joins us as we continue our preparation for the National Eucharistic Congress.
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New study shows that now almost two-thirds of US Catholics believe in Real Presence
Webinar – Eucharist: The Heartbeat of a Next Generation Parish
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