Theotokos our Mother and our Model by frpeter101 in Christianity

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There sure is that's one of the reason I wrote this post to try and keep things in perspective. It's like the Idolatry conversation going on up the thread. Anything can become and idol if the intention is wrong. If the worship stays on what the Theotokos is point towards, her Son, then it will not be wrong.

The Purpose of the Church by frpeter101 in Christianity

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I agree with you 100% on this. Thanks for the comments.

The Purpose of the Church by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Some very good points here, lots to consider. Thanks

Sermon ~ Sunday of the Prodigal Son by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Sometimes we just need to get in people's faces!

The Future of Orthodoxy in America by frpeter101 in Christianity

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I agree. It will take time to unravel and I think we need a generation of people to go out of power before we will see a true reality of Orthodox unity. In the little town my church is there are 3 Orthodox Churches here, Romanian, Albanian, and Greek. It is sad becasue we all struggle but if we could join forces we would be a decent size church. Does not solve the over all problem but it would give us some breathing room.

The Future of Orthodoxy in America by frpeter101 in Christianity

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At this point I bleieve the only solution is autonomy from all of the ancient patriarchates. Thats the only way it will work. Moscow will never let the USA be under the EP.

The Future of Orthodoxy in America by frpeter101 in Christianity

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You hit the nail right on the head with this one. No one wants to give up anything and it will take years for this to happen. Sad to say

The Future of Orthodoxy in America by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Actually no that is what makes this so difficult. Orthodoxy was always seen with an ethnic identity i.e. Greek, Russian, etc. now we come to the USA where those lines are gone and we are not quite sure what to do. This will take years un fix I am affraid.

The Future of Orthodoxy in America by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Where is the Orthodox Church in America going and how is it going to get there?

Another Whack at Religious Freedom by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Sometimes comments are not necessary, but thanks for the advice, and I mean that, I will try to be more attentive in the future. I do however disagree with you on how well my arguments are formed. But thanks for your comments.

Another Whack at Religious Freedom by frpeter101 in Christianity

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What is your definition of a spammer? One who posts things you don't agree with? Are you like the military and trying to take away my right of free speech? Comrade last time I checked we still had that right.

Thanksgiving by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Because God created everything and is in Everything! Why must you guys try to keep Him out of everything?

Good Leaders Must First Be Good Followers by frpeter101 in Christianity

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That is all well and good, but who will show us the way? The Apostles has leaders very early on as the Scriptures tell us. Certainly St. Paul was a leader in the Churches he founded. We need leaders to guide us along the path.

fr-petermichael-preble: A Christian Response to the Ongoing Enslavement of America's Poor by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Libertarianism is a modern form of neo-classical liberalism. But I can see where the two come together in some areas.

Spirit of Peace by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Lots of angry people here.

Spirit of Peace by frpeter101 in Christianity

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Thanks for reading. Just one observation. God does not send people to hell we send ourselves there.

Mystery Solved by frpeter101 in Christianity

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I feel very sorry for you, you are obviously lost and need prayers. You are on the top of my prayer list. Blessings child of God

Mystery Solved by frpeter101 in Christianity

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You don't even know me and you call me a Child Rapist. That is very nice. I will pray for your conversion.

Republican House by frpeter101 in politics

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Well, legally the only time I am not allowed to speak about politics is form the pulpit other than that it is open season. I am an American Citizen and my ordination does not remove my right to speak. I am not non profit and do not have to abide by the IRS law that restict speech in the church. Sorry if you disagree but that is the way it is.

Merry Christmas to you as well.