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Latin Mass May Damage Catholic-Jewish Relations

Submitted by Marlyne Teresa West, Jul 15, 2007 00:46

With out getting into the importrance of our past as Catholics and our traditions and faith and the importance of the Latin language, I would like to point to a few important things about what this Mass offers ALL peoples in it's Latin language. The prayers where the priest asks for conversion of all the Jews is a prayer of Mercy. We as catholics are taught that mercy and salvation belong to ALL through Jesus Christ....including the chosen people of Israel. We would also have to recognize that they do not believe in Christ, therefore they do not see themselves as in need of His Saving Grace. As Catholics we know that we all are in need of Christ salvation and we all need Him. With that said, you can understand why praying for the Jewish people is an act of compassion and Mercy. As Catholic that is what Christ has called us to....to do as he did, to recognize all as children of his Father. Jewish people believed that salvation was only for them and not the gentiles, so it's not hard to understand there is dismay at the Latin rite mass. As Christians,and followers of Christ, we know that salvation is meant for ALL. As a catholic, I am glad to be close to God and to be able to share that through prayer for my bretheren . Let's be honest, do you think they are praying for anyone others than the Jews. That might sting right a bit, but my Jewish friends have attested to this. Not to mention, I was not welcome in their synagouge. Though they fell from their glory of being chosen,and the the new Children have been given the opportunity to share in Christ's saving grace, let us never forget that although not chosen they will NEVER be forgotton by GOD. GOD, such as he is invites ALL to salvation...Jews and Gentiles alike! n short, these prayers also show Mercy. When I stand before God, will not be accused of leaving my brothers behind...I will be taking as many to heaven with me as I can. That's waht Jesus taught...Love your neighbor as you would love your self (the extension of the commandments, not replacement).

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As a 38 year old non-practicing Catholic and a person who longs for tradition I was happy to see the... [MORE]

Mitch Powers

Jul 26, 2007 20:32

What the world needs now is anything but more religious indifference or hatred for beliefs opposed to our own. The... [MORE]

Brian Keck

Jul 15, 2007 10:45

With out getting into the importrance of our past as Catholics and our traditions and faith and the importance of...

Marlyne Teresa West

Jul 15, 2007 00:46

Good grief! What's the problem? The Church can simply remove the offensive words, as was done with the "perfidious Jews"... [MORE]

Hans Jaegerstatter

Jul 9, 2007 09:17

If anyone takes the time to read the actual document, it is easy to find the the Pope writes the... [MORE]

Kelly

Jul 7, 2007 13:57

I have searched all over the Internet and I cannot find the text of this new Latin Mass -- the... [MORE]

Mary Dover

Aug 19, 2007 18:02

its about time we have our true mass back its been 40 years of this protestant one which took away... [MORE]

john

Jul 4, 2007 22:55

It's funny how Catholics can't even say "boo" without being slammed as prejudice and hateful. It's ironic seeing as anti-Catholicism... [MORE]

Michael

Jul 8, 2007 13:54

I don't mean to offend, but I think that the Anti-Defamation League is out of line. To suggest that a... [MORE]

Michael

Jul 4, 2007 14:19

When the permission for the return of the Tridentine Latin Mass comes out in a few days, the degree entitles... [MORE]

Shoshiru Honda

Jul 4, 2007 10:57

I am not jewish, but Benedict is wrong here in giving free range on the latin outdated 12 centry mass. Benedict... [MORE]

Frank J. Gubitose

Jul 3, 2007 17:40

To make an acnowledgement in prayer to ask God for The Jews to Accept Christ is nothing other than The... [MORE]

Robert Sledz

Jul 3, 2007 13:18

To me, it does not "give the appearance" of backsliding, it IS backsliding. And not just with reference to the... [MORE]

Adrienne

Jul 3, 2007 03:00

What's a Jewish Catholic? Please don't think this is a joke! I live in Elche, Spain, which boasts of having TWO World... [MORE]

eliXelx

Jul 4, 2007 11:21

The current mass has alot to be desired with its guitars and singers who think they are peter, paul and... [MORE]

Eric

Jul 4, 2007 11:36

"As a jewish Catholic I don't accept that such prayer is well-meaning. It is offensive." What exactly is a 'jewish catholic"? [MORE]

albanarius

Jul 5, 2007 11:07

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