Called to Communion Ecumenism or Indifferentism?
Mar 12, 2026
Medieval reasons for withholding the chalice and why one kind contains the whole Lord. A look at near-death claims as private revelation and caution about building theology on them. Clarifying purgatory, final judgment, and resurrected bodies. Distinguishing true ecumenism from indifferentism and how the Bible and early Church shaped Catholic identity.
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Why Christians Call The Bible A Catholic Book
- The Christian Bible is a 'Catholic book' because the Church fixed the canon including deuterocanonical books and the New Testament, shaping Christian interpretation of Hebrew Scriptures.
- Anders points out rabbinic Judaism has a different canon and Jesus' reading fulfills prophetic expectation.
Verify Infant Confirmation Before Repeating It
- If you're unsure whether you received Confirmation as an infant, investigate parish records or ask your diocese before repeating the sacrament.
- Anders explains Eastern rites validly confirm infants; a valid infant confirmation means no repeat is needed.
Church Position On Islam And Heresy Language
- Islam is not Christianity because it denies central Christian dogmas like the Trinity, though Catholics avoid labeling non-Catholics heretics when they weren't raised Catholic.
- Anders notes historical influences (Nestorianism, Jewish communities) shaped Islam's development.
