Plus: it urged "decreasing the global stockpile of [nukes and] the proliferation of all weapons" (30 minutes). Fight for faithOn the headline topic, though it sounds shocking, the question of papal heresy may actually turn people away, even devout Catholics. The critique said the "natural meaning" of the papal statement is that faith alone is required to receive Holy Communion. This goes against the 16th Century Council of Trent and Latin and Oriental Canon Law, which require confession of mortal sin before receiving the Eucharist. As Francis' detractors and supporters debate, two must-dos for believers: seek counsel from clergy and authoritative writings, and follow current communion rules.

Source: New York Times September 21, 2022 22:15 UTC