While I admit it's tempting, especially when compared with where we live, I wonder if a Catholic ghetto is exactly what our Lord had in mind when he sent the Apostles out into the world.
While I would share Chad's worry about the creation of Catholic ghettos, the more problematic aspect of Monaghan's entire Ave Maria project (including the university) is not so much the creation of physical ghettos as it is a reflection of the ghetto-ization of some parts of Catholic life in the US.
What I meant by "Catholic ghetto" is setting ourselves apart as a community from the world around us, not just on Sundays when we gather as a parish, but all the time. I have a hard time reconciling the urge to form "Catholic communities" with the imperative to evangelize the world.
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While I admit it's tempting, especially when compared with where we live, I wonder if a Catholic ghetto is exactly what our Lord had in mind when he sent the Apostles out into the world.
While I would share Chad's worry about the creation of Catholic ghettos, the more problematic aspect of Monaghan's entire Ave Maria project (including the university) is not so much the creation of physical ghettos as it is a reflection of the ghetto-ization of some parts of Catholic life in the US.
Could you guys please explain the "Catholic ghetto" term you are using? Inquiring minds want to know!!
Georgie,
What I meant by "Catholic ghetto" is setting ourselves apart as a community from the world around us, not just on Sundays when we gather as a parish, but all the time. I have a hard time reconciling the urge to form "Catholic communities" with the imperative to evangelize the world.
Well, if Monaghan were to offer free pizza to all residents, I'd have to reconsider as well ;)
Thanks for lightening things up, Br. St. Andre.
Um, the other good thing is that wine is not forbidden! Wine and pizza....hmmmm....sounds like a good combo! Thanks guys!
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