So it's been a little bit since I last wrote in here. A LOT has happened.
Since my last post, there have been a few people under attack. One of them has been my good friend, and who other than the staff of St. A's is doing it... For about a week it was spread all around that he was a big trouble maker. That didn't last long, though.
Cue in the witch hunt music...
On Friday, February 22nd, 2008, after some e-mail tag with Sr. Margaret, we had a meeting at the Church office. I was not told about the planned presence of a Mr. Bob F. of the St. A's staff. I was also not told that it would be a one-way meeting. All that I knew was from our following messages (the first two being on facebook, which was weird enough...):
11: 34am Feb 20th
Anders Bergmann
6:16pm Feb 20th
Hi Sr. Margaret, I am free on friday at around 4:00pm-7:00pm if you would like to meet then. Otherwise our meeting would have to wait until next week. Thanks for getting back to me!
In the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts of Jesus and Mary,
Anders
Sr. Margaret Harig
11:13 Feb 20th
Hi, Anders, Four o'clock on Friday would be just fine. Stop at the church office and let the receptionist know that you have arrived. See you then.
Lenten blessings,
Sr. Margaret
I guess I should have known what was coming my way... I went on Friday, and let them know that I was there. Sr. came out and shook my hand, and led me into the Pastor's office where Mr. F. was waiting. I was asked to sit down, and I was read the following statement:
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I was floored... I still am. How is it that a Catholic Church can ban me, for saying something not nice? How can they keep me from the sacraments? This assassination of character is just astounding to me... I've heard of this type of behavior coming from Churches before, but I can honestly say, in all my time being black listed for not complying to the status quo, even at other churches, that I have never actually experienced anything on this level.
Well, I couldn't agree with her more on the issue of personal responsibility. I have never once ever tried to deny that I wrote those comments about her and the office staff; I'll shout it from the rooftops that I wrote them. I think what also needs to be observed, however, is that I edited that post, of my own volition, on February 12, 2008, loooooooong before she even first asked to meet with me. Now I hope she will hold up to her own personal responsibility. I hope that she knows that I have no problem admitting what I wrote, but I think that it says something that I edited it myself without her coercion.
It's also a reach to try to drag Jon into this whole mess. On top of that, it's quite ridiculous to try to blame me for anything that a fellow adult is quite capable of doing on his own. Word has it now that I am the target in the office, that Jon has been made to be the victim of my violent division in the Church; apparently he's merely been my pawn for my own agenda or something like that (?). I don't know. That's what I'm hearing... since I haven't been there for nearly a week... seeing as I'm not welcome and all...
I do know that on Tuesday, at the Newman Club dinner (which in my opinion has strayed far far from what Cardinal Newman wanted in this organization), Mr. F. was there bouncing... trying to make sure that I wasn't there or something of those sorts. wow. I think that's all I really can say to that... what am I? A common criminal?! I guess so!
More later...
Holy Mary, Mother of G-d, Pray for us!
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Magdalene cont.
So... I went to go protest the showing of Magdalene (aka Anti-Catholicism 101) here. It was the most sickening display of hypocrisy that I have seen in quite a while.
First, we were greeted with a police telling us that it was made known, in no uncertain terms, that we were not to be on the church property. We weren't allowed to block the flow of sidewalk traffic either. And then, we look, and who other than Mr. Rinkoski himself was there. His pure smug attitude was ridiculously disconcerting.
Then we were greeted by the "minister" of this church... his handshake was the weakest I believe that I have ever had the displeasure of knowing in my entire life. After he left, and we passed out some literature (read: truth) about this play, and some patrons didn't like what the truth was. It is really too bad... heresy doesn't like to be exposed...
After the doors closed, I saw that there were lights a little further down the sidewalk and upon investigating, I realized that We would be able to see what was going on, as the windows to the sanctuary were open. (Cue mischievous music) So we went over there are started our payers and in definite vox clara.
At that, the pastor came out and tried to quiet us down, and after I told him that his blatant disrespect for Catholicism and the sacraments was like slapping every priest in the face and taking Jesus and kicking Him in the groin, he asked the officer if there was anything she could do to remove us.
Pastor Heretic: This is a diverse community with the intent of worshiping how we feel is the right way of worshiping (Paraphrased, but in any case, a load of horse manure)
Anders: That sounds a lot like relativism to me...
PH: No, it's called extreme inclusiveness. There was room for all at the L-rd's table.
A: Yeah, you're real welcoming... especially as we've been told to keep from going on your property. That's true welcoming.
Cue request of removal!
No such luck, as none in the neighborhood had complained about noise yet. It is hard for thee to kick against the goad. Finally Jon's friends from St. Madeline's in High Springs came, and they were about 5 lovely women, who ended up praying with us and then talking with us about some of the crap that they've seen over the years, as well as some good things that are happening in this diocese. I came to the knowledge from these nice women, that there are certain Cenacle Sisters who are members of Call to Action, whose members have been excommunicated... how lovely...
It was appalling (not surprising, but still appalling) to see as many parishioners of St. A's there. There were a bunch of parishioners and office employees, and none other than the "Director of Faith Formation" with 38 years of experience, Mr. Tom Rinkoski. Heck, the last on the list even introduced the damn thing!
All in all, I wanted to throw up. Some came over to speak with us with their nasty smug faces, and some members of the heresy that they call a church scolded us and whatnot.
I truly don't know how Mr. Rinkoski sleeps at night knowing that he leads the faithful astray...
St. Mary Magdalene, pray for us!
First, we were greeted with a police telling us that it was made known, in no uncertain terms, that we were not to be on the church property. We weren't allowed to block the flow of sidewalk traffic either. And then, we look, and who other than Mr. Rinkoski himself was there. His pure smug attitude was ridiculously disconcerting.
Then we were greeted by the "minister" of this church... his handshake was the weakest I believe that I have ever had the displeasure of knowing in my entire life. After he left, and we passed out some literature (read: truth) about this play, and some patrons didn't like what the truth was. It is really too bad... heresy doesn't like to be exposed...
After the doors closed, I saw that there were lights a little further down the sidewalk and upon investigating, I realized that We would be able to see what was going on, as the windows to the sanctuary were open. (Cue mischievous music) So we went over there are started our payers and in definite vox clara.
At that, the pastor came out and tried to quiet us down, and after I told him that his blatant disrespect for Catholicism and the sacraments was like slapping every priest in the face and taking Jesus and kicking Him in the groin, he asked the officer if there was anything she could do to remove us.
Pastor Heretic: This is a diverse community with the intent of worshiping how we feel is the right way of worshiping (Paraphrased, but in any case, a load of horse manure)
Anders: That sounds a lot like relativism to me...
PH: No, it's called extreme inclusiveness. There was room for all at the L-rd's table.
A: Yeah, you're real welcoming... especially as we've been told to keep from going on your property. That's true welcoming.
Cue request of removal!
No such luck, as none in the neighborhood had complained about noise yet. It is hard for thee to kick against the goad. Finally Jon's friends from St. Madeline's in High Springs came, and they were about 5 lovely women, who ended up praying with us and then talking with us about some of the crap that they've seen over the years, as well as some good things that are happening in this diocese. I came to the knowledge from these nice women, that there are certain Cenacle Sisters who are members of Call to Action, whose members have been excommunicated... how lovely...
It was appalling (not surprising, but still appalling) to see as many parishioners of St. A's there. There were a bunch of parishioners and office employees, and none other than the "Director of Faith Formation" with 38 years of experience, Mr. Tom Rinkoski. Heck, the last on the list even introduced the damn thing!
All in all, I wanted to throw up. Some came over to speak with us with their nasty smug faces, and some members of the heresy that they call a church scolded us and whatnot.
I truly don't know how Mr. Rinkoski sleeps at night knowing that he leads the faithful astray...
St. Mary Magdalene, pray for us!
Friday, February 8, 2008
Magdalene
I am appalled at the lashing out against Jon Knox for defending the Truth of the Catholic Church. For those of you who have no idea about what I am speaking, check this out. Not surprised... but appalled. Stupid boy indeed! So I decided to put in my two cents... seeing as I'm a big-mouthed Mick... and it was deleted, so I posted it again :-) No guarantee that it'll stay long... Here it is:
Isn't it sad that the very free speech about which you write, is denied on this blog... seeing as my post was deleted. What virtue, that the smearing of this fine young man's reputation would be allowed, yet his defense not. Could it be that the truth tears at some sides? "...why are you persecuting me? It is hard for you to kick against the goad." Here it is again, in the hope that it won't happen again:
I think all of you are ridiculous with all of your rants and tirades. Jon, remaining faithful to the Church, was more than prepared to take the type of crap that you all are doling out. I think that the fact that he is 18 and knows Church teaching better than all of you is kind of eating at you... why else tear at someone because of their age? He is one of the most faithful Catholics that I have ever seen. If any of you knew what he had to do to become Catholic, you would sing a different tune as to his apparent lack of wisdom due to his age.
It pains me that you all are so poorly Catechized, in your own or our faith, whichever you are trying to represent.
It surprised me to read in the article that this play may not be appropriate for children under the age of 14. In my opinion, to have something in a Church trying to promote high morals that a 5 year old should not see is really appalling. Not to mention, that as "faithful" as you can try to be, as long as you think that women can and should be priests, then your understanding of theology in the Catholic Church is clearly wanting.
It is not a matter of protecting G-d, because He is above all of these blasphemies. This is most definitely a matter of making sure that something that is heterodox to the teachings of the Church not be endorsed. It has already been said that Magdalene was not a priest, nor was she married to Jesus nor did she have carnal relations with Him. The sponsor of this play, who works at St. Augustine's, said in the article that this was a completely valid way to look at Church History. The Magysterium of the Church has said that this is clearly not so, so why promote it as such? Why host it in a Catholic Church.
Catholic Theology does not allow for dissent. It really doesn't. The minute that you think that abortion is ok, then you've just excommunicated yourself from the Body of Christ. The moment that you think that women should be priests and you actively pursue that outcome, you have denied the Truth of Catholicism. The second that you deny the true presence in the Eucharist, you cease to be a member of the Church. There is no room for dissent on issues of Faith and Morals, as taught by Our Holy Father and the Magysterium.
There are more than 30,000 denominations of "Christianity" that will gladly take your point of view, Anglicanism (not Anglo-Catholicism, as there is no such thing) is one of them. Why don't you check one of them out?
In the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts of Jesus and Mary,
Anders
I think all of you are ridiculous with all of your rants and tirades. Jon, remaining faithful to the Church, was more than prepared to take the type of crap that you all are doling out. I think that the fact that he is 18 and knows Church teaching better than all of you is kind of eating at you... why else tear at someone because of their age? He is one of the most faithful Catholics that I have ever seen. If any of you knew what he had to do to become Catholic, you would sing a different tune as to his apparent lack of wisdom due to his age.
It pains me that you all are so poorly Catechized, in your own or our faith, whichever you are trying to represent.
It surprised me to read in the article that this play may not be appropriate for children under the age of 14. In my opinion, to have something in a Church trying to promote high morals that a 5 year old should not see is really appalling. Not to mention, that as "faithful" as you can try to be, as long as you think that women can and should be priests, then your understanding of theology in the Catholic Church is clearly wanting.
It is not a matter of protecting G-d, because He is above all of these blasphemies. This is most definitely a matter of making sure that something that is heterodox to the teachings of the Church not be endorsed. It has already been said that Magdalene was not a priest, nor was she married to Jesus nor did she have carnal relations with Him. The sponsor of this play, who works at St. Augustine's, said in the article that this was a completely valid way to look at Church History. The Magysterium of the Church has said that this is clearly not so, so why promote it as such? Why host it in a Catholic Church.
Catholic Theology does not allow for dissent. It really doesn't. The minute that you think that abortion is ok, then you've just excommunicated yourself from the Body of Christ. The moment that you think that women should be priests and you actively pursue that outcome, you have denied the Truth of Catholicism. The second that you deny the true presence in the Eucharist, you cease to be a member of the Church. There is no room for dissent on issues of Faith and Morals, as taught by Our Holy Father and the Magysterium.
There are more than 30,000 denominations of "Christianity" that will gladly take your point of view, Anglicanism (not Anglo-Catholicism, as there is no such thing) is one of them. Why don't you check one of them out?
In the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts of Jesus and Mary,
Anders
L-rd give me strength!
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