Summa Apologetica: Catholic Apologetics and Moral Questions by Joseph Freymann

Summa Apologetica: Catholic Apologetics and Moral Questions

by Joseph Freymann

Summa Apologetica is for adults and mature teens. It is specifically designed for a year-long course in Catholic Apologetics at the late high-school or early-college level. The book contains 160 questions and answers on Catholicism, Christianity, and faith in general. There are six categories: Natural Apologetics, Christian Apologetics, Catholic Apologetics, Historical Apologetics, Moral Apologetics and General Questions. The book is based on the philosophy and theology of St. Thomas Aquinas, as well as magisterial documents and the writings of authors whose views are consistent with sound Catholic theology. In each answer, scriptural verses appear in bold print for quick reference. The study questions at the end of each chapter are helpful for classroom discussions, quizzes and tests. This textbook has a digital companion, available in the App Store and the Google Play Store. It is a mobile app called Appologetics, written by the same author and containing the same content, a helpful pocket resource for convenience and quick reference.

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Joseph Freymann lives in Los Angeles with his wife, five children and three grandchildren. He has a B.S. in Computer Science from the Franciscan University of Steubenville, an M.A. in Philosophy from the Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum, and an M.A. in Theology from Holy Apostles College and Seminary. Joseph teaches Math, Physics, and Apologetics at St. Monica Academy in Montrose, CA. He is also a Professor of Philosophy and Apologetics at Catholic Polytechnic University in Glendale, CA. He wrote and developed a mobile app called Appologetics, available for iPhone and Android, as the digital companion of this textbook. His hobbies are basketball, surfing and fishing.

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Jesus Christ, Scandal of Particularity: Vatican II, a Catholic Theology of Religions, Justification, and Truth

by Eduardo J. Echeverria

In this book, in view of the light of Jesus Christ, the Light of the world, and hence the scandal of particularity, the author explores the relationship between the Second Vatican Council and a Catholic theology of religions, the standard by which the unevangelized will be judged, the ideology of dialogue and the corresponding idea of religious relativism, the truth-oriented dynamic of interreligious dialogue, the necessity of interreligious apologetics, truth and epistemic justification, and the orientation of dialogue to evangelization. The key figures discussed in this book are, inter alia, Gerald O’Collins, SJ, St. John Paul II, Joseph Ratzinger/Benedict XVI, Bernard Lonergan, SJ, Marianne Moyaert, Edward Schillebeeckx, OP, and Wolfhart Pannenberg.

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“Dr. Echeverria is an eminent theologian and prolific author. His current effort does not disappoint as he tackles a central sticking point in ecumenical and interreligious conversations and relations in the wake of the Second Vatican Council, which he handles deftly and masterfully. This text comes at a most opportune moment due to the many confusing and hard-to-reconcile statements and actions of the present Roman Pontiff on this very topic. This is not a read for the faint of heart, but it is a necessary read.” – Rev. Peter M.J. Stravinskas, founder and president of the Catholic Education Foundation

“The topic Dr Eduardo Echeverria covers is of extreme importance. The Second Vatican Council stressed the importance of following one’s conscience (LG 16; GS 16), it indicated that Divine Providence does not refuse the indispensable help for salvation to those who do not yet believe (LG 16), and that rules of conduct and life of non-Christian religions not infrequently reflect a ray of that Truth which enlightens all men (NA 2). This teaching of Vatican II has often been misinterpreted, although the Declaration Dominus Iesus (Aug 6, 2000) provides a valuable and authoritative reflection on it. Dr. Echeverria’s book makes a very important contribution to an understanding of the teachings of Vatican II and its implications for evangelisation and the Church’s missionary mandate, and of the meaning of Revelation and salvation through Jesus Christ, the sole Mediator.” + Dr. Johannes Hendriks, Bishop of Amsterdam-Haarlem, Netherlands

“’Clarity before all else; the dialogue demands that what is said should be intelligible.’ These words of Pope Paul VI animate Eduardo Echeverria’s spirited dialogue and debate in this book. Taking issue with Gerald O’Collins’s views on religious pluralism and universal salvation, with Marianne Moyaert’s dialogic take on divine revelation, and with Pope Francis’s approach to interreligious dialogue, Jesus Christ, Scandal of Particularity offers a reading of the Second Vatican Council that is in continuity with the preceding tradition and aims to restore missionary proclamation as the church’s primary calling. This book is vintage Echeverria: intrepidly gospel-centered, well-informed, genuinely ecumenical, and—without fail—eminently clear.” – Hans Boersma, Nashotah House Theological Seminary

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“Eduardo Echeverria’s new book on the scandal of Christian particularity is a much-needed corrective to the often-hidden relativization of the uniqueness of Christ in so much of modern theology. Dr. Echeverria’s claim, therefore, that theology has lost its distinctive voice is directly related to this relativization. For how can a truly “Christian” theology long survive without this fundamental affirmation? In a series of probing and deeply insightful essays he deftly analyzes all of the various arguments in favor of a “pluralism of religions” and shows clearly how each one falls short in problematic ways. At once eminently erudite and readable, the text is a wonderful example of a theologian thinking with the mind of the Church in order to meet the challenges of today. I cannot recommend it more highly.” – Larry Chapp, retired professor of theology, DeSales University, and founder and chief author of the blog Gaudium et Spes 22.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Eduardo Echeverria (PhD, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam; S.T.L., University of St. Thomas Aquinas, Angelicum) is Professor of Philosophy and Systematic Theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. He is the author of numerous books, including Roman Catholicism and Neo-Calvinism: Ecumenical and Polemical Engagements (2024), Are We Together? A Roman Catholic Analyzes Evangelical Protestants (2022), Pope Francis: The Legacy of Vatican II, 2nd edition (2019), Revelation, History, and Truth: A Hermeneutics of Dogma (2017). He is a member of the American ecumenical initiative, Evangelicals and Catholics Together.

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Handbook on the Moral Arguments in the Embryo Adoption Debate

by Elizabeth B. Rex, PhD, and Charles Robertson, PhD

The possibility of embryo adoption has existed for over two decades and raises some questions that people really do not know how to answer. Over half a century ago, when the first in vitro fertilization child was born, Albino Luciani, who within days would become Pope John Paul I, immediately issued a statement welcoming the child into the world that recognized the full humanity of the child without endorsing the in vitro procedure. Today there are over one million frozen embryos in cryostorage and the question in Dignitas personae 19 about “what to do with them” is still unresolved. The legal status of the embryo should be a person – and some states have passed laws pertaining to embryo adoption – but there is still a great deal of confusion going on. This book was written in the hope of clarifying some of the ethical issues in the search for a moral solution.

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“What to do with the live human beings who are being warehoused as frozen embryos is one of the most important questions of our time. Embryos deserve to be treated as children, and not as property. They are the last group of humans being treated as property. Dr Elizabeth Rex is a world-class expert on this subject. I would urge everyone to consider her ideas deeply.” –Allan Parker, President, The Justice Foundation

“Although my perspective is heavily biased, I recommend this book as a thoughtful and provocative review of the moral and ethical issues involved in Embryo donation and adoption. These 2 experts have provided thorough and compelling information on both sides of this controversial issue, and anyone with an interest in, or who works with couples involved with infertility should benefit from this work.” –Jeffrey A. Keenan, M.D., HCLD, Professor, Dept. of OB/GYN, Division of Reproductive, Endocrinology and Infertility, Univ. of Tennessee Medical Center, and Director, National Embryo Donation Center, Knoxville, TN

“Hannah Strege, the World’s First Adopted Frozen Embryo, offered the Opening Prayer for the ITEST Webinar that was devoted to the subject of this book. This very vividly shows us that the ethical debate embraced in this book, about whether or not it is morally right to adopt a frozen embryo, is about real people. Hannah went from being a frozen embryo who was placed for adoption, to being transferred to her adopted mother’s womb, to personally witnessing to the reality of being a human person. Let us prayerfully study Embryo Adoption, remembering that this is about helping children, like Hannah, to live to the full the gift of life we have all received.” – Francis Etheredge, Senior Fellow of The Donum Vitae institute, and author of 16 books including The Human Person: A Bioethical Word and Conception: An Icon of the Beginning

“A highly important read not only for those interested in embryo adoption but everyone concerned with the ethical issues involved.” – Ronda Chervin, Ph.D. Emerita Professor of Philosophy, Holy Apostles College and Seminary.

“This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the embryo adoption debate. The essays present a clear and comprehensive look at both sides of this difficult issue. Highly recommended as the first point of reference on this subject.” – Richard A. Spinello, Professor, St. John’s Seminary and Boston College

“The embryo adoption debate is a crucial issue that concerns not only the fate of abandoned and frozen embryonic human beings but also the public credibility of Roman Catholic bioethical doctrine, pitting the charitable and sacrificial object of adoptive parents against complex, deductive arguments for the sinfulness of such action. Dr. Elizabeth Rex and Dr. Charles Robertson are two of the most recognizable voices in this debate. The pages of this book contain a lucid presentation of both sides in a rare attempt at finding points of agreement while clarifying the differences.” – Christopher Reilly, candidate for Th.D., M.A. theology, M.A. philosophy, M.P.I.A. public and international affairs

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Dr. Elizabeth Rex is the President of the The Children First Foundation, a charitable and educational organization dedicated to promoting Adoption as a positive and loving choice for unwanted unborn children, including unwanted frozen embryos. Dr. Rex has taught Bioethics at Holy Apostles College & Seminary and is currently an Adjunct Professor of Catholic Studies at Sacred Heart University. Dr. Rex has spoken at major conferences and is a frequent contributor to National Catholic Bioethics Quarterly regarding the moral arguments in the embryo adoption debate.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Dr. Charles Robertson earned his MA in History at the University of Saskatchewan and his MA and Ph.D. in Philosophy at the Center for Thomistic Studies in Houston, Texas. His research on embryo adoption/rescue has been published in The National Catholic Bioethics Quarterly, The Thomist, The Linacre Quarterly, and the Proceedings of the American Catholic Philosophical Quarterly. He has also published research on the history of the Thomist commentary tradition in Nova et Vetera and The Oxford Handbook of the Reception of Aquinas. He currently resides in Saskatoon, Canada, with his wife and eight children.

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Mass migration is a serious challenge in both America and Europe. Hence the question of the ethical limits of hospitality. The answer must consider not only the needs of migrants, but also the ability of the host country to integrate migrants. This depends not only on the size of the migration, but also on its homogeneity. For example, a peculiarity of the current migration to Europe is the strong dominance of Muslims, which is changing its religious demographics and, consequently, European culture.

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“The contemporary challenges of migration, multiculturalism, and globalism have affected Europe and America alike. In Two Towers and a Minaret, Fr. Piotr Mazurkiewicz provides a comprehensive and penetrating analysis of these issues from a Catholic and European perspective. Drawing upon his expertise in political science and his prior work with the European Bishops Conferences, Fr. Mazurkiewicz examines the present dynamics of migration, secularism, globalism, Islamization, and anti-Christianity that are at work in contemporary Europe. John M. Klink, the President Emeritus of the International Catholic Migration Commission, provides an insightful preface, and Prof. Jane F. Adolphe—a professor of international law and former advisor to the Holy See—situates Fr. Mazurkiewicz’s book within the broader context of history and contemporary movements of ideological imperialism. This book is essential reading for those who wish to understand contemporary Europe from a Catholic perspective.” – Robert Fastiggi, Ph.D. Professor of Dogmatic Theology, Sacred Heart Major Seminary, Detroit, MI USA

“Msgr. Piotr Mazurkiewicz’s newest publication entitled Two Towers and a Minaret: Migration from a Catholic Perspective, comes at a propitious moment to expand migration debates by providing a penetrating analysis of the misuse of migration humanitarianism by those who have failed to achieve their revolutionary aims through normal democratic/political means. It is imperative to recognize that as Catholic social teaching has consistently taught, we cannot, and must not, lose sight of, or sympathy for, the plight of people in flight from imminent danger–or for the provision of appropriate safeguards for international economic migration flows. But neither must we fail to learn the lessons from recent and on-going cultural challenges posed by lax or highly permissive deregulation of migration/OpenBorderism. As a committed Catholic who has spent the majority of his life prioritizing meaningful action on behalf of migrants globally, I highly recommend Fr. Mazurkiewicz’s penetrating analysis as a very needed x-ray of the insidious cargo of the newest OpenBorders Trojan Horses before proceeding to gleefully tear down metaphoric Trojan city/national walls, or to preemptively halt the building of the good fences that make good neighbors.” – from the preface by John M. Klink, President Emeritus International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC), Diplomat Emeritus, Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations

“Mazurkiewicz takes the reader into the labyrinth of underlying issues and questions, many of which are unresolved, and in some quarters, not even discussed. He describes the bundle of issues as the challenges of the two towers and minaret, symbolic for the Christian religion (e.g., church steeples), secularism (e.g., Eiffel Tower), and Islam (e.g., minaret).” – from the foreword by Jane F. Adolphe, Professor of Law, Ave Maria School of Law, and Adjunct Professor, University of Notre Dame, School of Law, Sydney, Australia, who has worked as an external and internal expert for the Papal Secretariat of State, Section for Relations with States

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Piotr Mazurkiewicz: Catholic priest, professor of political science and Catholic social thought at Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski University in Warsaw. Editor-in-chief of the journal “Christianity – World – Politics”. From 2008-2012 Secretary General of the Commission of Bishops of the European Community COMECE.

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Rigidez: Fidelidade ou Heterodoxia? por Pedro Gabriel

Rigidez: Fidelidade ou Heterodoxia?

por Pedro Gabriel

“Porque é que o Papa Francisco está sempre a criticar os católicos fiéis?” é uma pergunta frequentemente repetida sempre que o Santo Padre faz uma das suas habituais invectivas contra a rigidez religiosa. De facto, Francisco fez dessas denúncias uma marca do seu pontificado. Mas o que é que ele quer dizer com “rigidez”? Estará a atacar verdadeiramente os católicos fiéis? Estará a promover o laxismo moral e religioso?

Neste livro, Pedro Gabriel pretende clarificar os ensinamentos do Papa Francisco sobre a rigidez, relacionando-os com certas palavras-chave que surgem repetidamente nas suas intervenções. Procura também falsificar a ideia de que um católico é fiel por ser rígido, explorando exaustivamente precedentes na história da Igreja em que a rigidez nem sempre impediu os fiéis de caírem na heterodoxia. Finalmente, Gabriel explica como evitar a rigidez não implica necessariamente o extremo oposto do laxismo.

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Pedro Gabriel oferece-nos um livro maravilhoso sobre uma “Igreja em saída”, um apelo à educação de uma personalidade cristã flexível, mas com uma espinha dorsal forte. Descobre na fé não um obstáculo à plenitude da vida humana, mas um caminho – não só para a vida eterna, mas também para uma vida cem vezes mais humana aqui na terra.” – Do “Prefácio”, de Rocco Buttiglione, Membro da Pontifícia Academia das Ciências Sociais e da Pontifícia Academia de São Tomás

“Pedro Gabriel escreveu um livro verdadeiramente brilhante, não só pelo seu estilo legível, mas sobretudo pelo seu conteúdo pertinente. Rigidez: Rigidez:Fidelidade ou Heterodoxia? não é um mero exercício de apologética católica, mas um verdadeiro caminho educativo para aqueles de nós que precisam de redescobrir as razões para viver plenamente ‘a liberdade gloriosa dos filhos de Deus’ (Rm 8,21). O novo livro de Pedro Gabriel ajuda-nos, sem dúvida, a desintoxicar a vida cristã das frequentes tentações laxistas e rigoristas, tão populares e tão enganadoras no mundo atual. Nada mais oportuno para viver a fé com maturidade e equilíbrio seguindo os ensinamentos do Evangelho em comunhão com o Sucessor de Pedro.” – Rodrigo Guerra, Secretário da Pontifícia Comissão para a América Latina e Professor da Pontifícia Universidade Lateranense

“O Dr. Pedro Gabriel, aclamado pelos seus premiados livros A Ortodoxia de Amoris Laetitia e Heresia Disfarçada de Tradição, é um dos maiores especialistas no estilo e no ensino do Papa Francisco. Na sua última obra, Rigidez: Fidelidadeou Heterodoxia, ele baseia-se na sua pesquisa anterior, expandindo o que o Papa vê como um equívoco fundamental e irónico do significado da Tradição entre os autoproclamados tradicionalistas. Fá-lo através de uma análise das atitudes que daí decorrem, melhor entendidas como rigidez e indietrismo (atraso). O Dr. Gabriel, na sua forma cativante, desafia os leitores a reavaliarem se compreenderam verdadeiramente o significado da exortação de S. Paulo para “permanecerem firmes e manterem as tradições que vos foram ensinadas” (2 Tess. 2:15 RSVCE), e exorta-os a reflectirem de forma justa sobre as preocupações do Papa Francisco sem recorrerem à defensiva ou a reacções irreflectidas. Baseando-se na auto-compreensão da Igreja sobre a fidelidade à Tradição, talvez melhor expressa no parágrafo 100 do Catecismo da Igreja Católica e no parágrafo 8 da Dei Verbum , o Dr. Gabriel oferece uma abordagem mais segura, abrangente e prática para navegar nas aparentes tensões entre o Magistério e a Revelação Divina do que, sem dúvida, a maioria dos tradicionalistas está familiarizada. Através de um exame meticuloso das heresias históricas, da tradição da ética da virtude de Aristóteles e Aquino, e dos ensinamentos dos papas, tanto pré como pós-conciliares, o Dr. Gabriel navega habilmente pelas complexidades da rigidez, do rigorismo e da escrupulosidade que daí resulta, para conduzir os leitores a uma maior liberdade em Cristo, pois “o Senhor é o Espírito, e onde está o Espírito do Senhor, aí há liberdade”. (2 Cor. 3:17).” — Andrew Likoudis, Editor, The Divine Primacy of the Bishop of Rome and Modern Eastern Orthodoxy, Membro Associado, Fellowship of Catholic Scholars

“Muitos católicos conservadores e tradicionais ficam ofendidos com as advertências do Papa Francisco sobre a rigidez. Acreditam que ele está a associar a fidelidade à rigidez. Pedro Gabriel mostra que isso é um completo mal-entendido das preocupações do Santo Padre. O Papa Francisco está, na verdade, a defender a autêntica tradição católica, que procura o meio-termo entre laxismo e rigidez. Nesta obra tão necessária, Gabriel faz um levantamento histórico dos vários grupos da história católica que criticaram a Igreja imoral e laxista, ao mesmo tempo que se afirmavam verdadeiros, puros e autênticos seguidores do Evangelho. Ao longo da sua história, a Igreja Católica resistiu a vários grupos rigoristas, como os judaizantes, os novacianistas, os donatistas, os espiritualistas e os jansenistas. Gabriel não afirma que os católicos rígidos de hoje possam ser identificados exatamente com qualquer um destes movimentos heréticos. No entanto, nota certas semelhanças, especialmente na tendência comum de acreditar que a Igreja institucional é corrupta ou mal orientada e que o seu próprio movimento representa a verdadeira fé. Gabriel não só explora a história dos movimentos rigoristas, como também fornece uma compreensão autêntica do que o Papa Francisco quer dizer com as formas actuais de pelagianismo e gnosticismo. Na minha opinião, Pedro Gabriel compreende o Papa Francisco muito melhor do que os críticos papais. Ele mostra que o Santo Padre é um filho fiel da Igreja, mergulhado na tradição católica de Agostinho, Aquino e Liguori – uma tradição marcada pelo equilíbrio, misericórdia e discernimento.” – Robert Fastiggi, Ph.D. Professor de Teologia Dogmática, Seminário Maior do Sagrado Coração, Detroit, Michigan

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Pedro Gabriel é o autor de A Ortodoxia de Amoris Laetitia e Heresia Disfarçada de Tradição. É também um dos co-fundadores o website de apologética “Where Peter Is.” Atualmente, está a frequentar aulas de teologia moral na Pontifícia Universidade da Santa Cruz. É também médico oncologista, jornalista na Internet e escritor de romances católicos.

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Altar Against Altar: An Analysis of Catholic Traditionalism by Andrew Mioni

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Altar Against Altar: An Analysis of Catholic Traditionalism

By Andrew Mioni

When does the crisis in the Church end? May priests universally minister without any canonical mission? Can one Eucharist be offered against another in legitimate Catholic worship? Using the Scriptures, patristic sources, and magisterial declarations, Altar Against Altar answers these and many other questions, and demonstrates how the independent traditionalist ministry does not provide a remedy for the current crisis, but only perpetuates it.

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“Andrew Mioni’s book Altar Against Altar is a breath of fresh air amidst a sea of confusion. It exhibits a Chestertonian ‘radical orthodoxy’ or ‘radical center’ point of view, which is essentially the same as the “mind of the Church.” Mioni dispassionately, eloquently, and charitably refutes the underlying false and dangerous presuppositions entailed in the excessive and extreme factions of the traditionalist movement. Not all traditionalism is bad, by a long shot (we must always note). The crucial and necessary distinctions are made in this volume. Particularly helpful are Mioni’s insights regarding Vatican II and the Pauline (‘New’) Mass. He shows that they are not — like money — the roots of all kinds of evil, and that historical causation is far more complex than the logical fallacy of post hoc ergo propter hoc (‘after this, therefore because of this’). It would seem to be a simple enough thing to understand, yet hundreds of thousands have been led astray in this regard. Mioni backs up his analysis with copious documentation from Church documents, as well as writings from the SSPX and others of like mind. He makes a solid case that will stand up to scrutiny. Altar Against Altar is an exceptional, Spirit-led treasure trove of edifying and educational orthodox Catholic wisdom. I believe that it will lead many out of these serious and soul-harming errors. I’m happy to give it my highest and most enthusiastic recommendation.” – Dave Armstrong, Catholic apologist and author

“Mioni’s book fills a critical void in Catholic theology today, by providing a scholarly and balanced repudiation of a movement that is dividing the Catholic Church and stealing souls from the one fold of Christ: namely, a pseudo-Catholic theology that masquerades as fidelity to tradition while actually substituting private judgment, division, and insularity for authentic Catholicity. This important work will prove to be a valuable resource for both pastors and laity alike, as they grapple with the challenges wrought by traditionalism within their parishes, families, and the broader Church.” – Fr. Eric Gilbaugh, Priest of the Diocese of Helena

“Intelligent, insightful, and refreshingly charitable, Altar Against Altar is the book I needed but which sadly did not exist when I became a pastor in 2020. Frequently, many of the beloved sheep in my flock would express confusion about the numerous “Catholic denominations” that seem to abound. Which variety of Catholic should I be? This was a common point of anxiety and confusion. Andrew Mioni asks all the right questions in a way that cuts through the fog, avoids the red herrings, and brings new hope for anyone who wants to be a faithful and joyful Catholic in our fallen world. His book resoundingly answers several critical questions: When ‘traditional Catholics’ tell me that I must boycott the Novus Ordo Mass to be a good and faithful Catholic, is it true? What does authentic communion with our Holy Father and my local bishop look like? What is at the heart of the Church’s authority and what does it mean to live obediently under that authority? If you desire to fearlessly live out Christ’s call to be “salt and light” without rejecting the beauty of the Second Vatican Council and without breaking off communion with the Church, this book is for you. I will most certainly be recommending this book to all my brother priests as well as to anyone that wants to understand how to approach ‘Catholic Traditionalism’ in a healthy and informed way.” – Fr Justin Hamilton, Priest of the Archdiocese of Kansas City, Kansas

“Andrew Mioni has provided the faithful with an impressive response to dissenters who undermine Christ’s church under the guise of tradition. He tackles a wide range of topics, from disputes over authority to liturgical controversies, with a masterful command of the magisterium. I highly recommend all who wish to acquire the mind of the church on controversies raging in the church today to read Altar Against Altar.” – Michael Lofton, Host & Founder, Reason & Theology; Professor, Catholic Polytechnic University

“Andrew Mioni addresses the principles of Traditionalism with erudition and eloquence, and without becoming mired in the talking points of the traditionalists which obscure the fundamental issues. The phenomenon of Traditionalism has assumed an influence within wider Catholicism that I could not have foreseen as a priest of the Society of St Pius X 30 years ago. Altar Against Altar: An Analysis of Catholic Traditionalism is a timely and welcome answer to the pernicious movement against the Second Vatican Council. I wish it a wide audience, and trust it will assist those who struggle to accept the Council and the pontificate of Francis.” — Gary Campbell, former SSPX priest

“Mioni’s work is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the crisis in the Catholic Church, especially as it pertains to the rise of traditionalism and the challenges posed by the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX). The author navigates through the tumultuous waters of the Church’s recent history with a keen analytical eye—as well as a remarkable breadth and depth of vision—addressing the contentious issues that arose after the Second Vatican Council. Issues caused by misinterpretation, uneven implementation, and subsequent resistance to the Council in some quarters. This is due to a faulty and ahistorical theological paradigm. Mioni’s analysis of these issues is both thorough and empathetic, acknowledging the pain and confusion experienced by many in the Church, while also critiquing the self-enclosed circle mentality that often characterizes traditionalist enclaves—and he does this from a place of experience within these circles himself. In an ecclesial atmosphere where many conservatives hesitate to critique traditionalism due to a “no enemies to the right” policy, Andrew Mioni’s book Altar Against Altar emerges as a bold and constructive contribution. It is essential reading for scholars, clergy, and laypeople who are wrestling with these issues, and offers a way forward that respects the Church’s heritage while also welcoming its future.” — Andrew Likoudis, Editor, Faith in Crisis: Critical Dialogues in Catholic Traditionalism, Church Authority, and Reform; Associate Member, The Society for Catholic Liturgy

“Altar Against Altar is an important new book on the topic of ‘Catholic traditionalism.’ It is new in the sense that it is recent, but it is also new in the sense that it offers a perspective not yet considered, although sorely needed. This perspective entails the bracketing of all canonical specificities (debated ad nauseam and often to no avail), followed by the turning to a historical perspective, common sense, and basic principles of the Catholic faith. Instead of arguing whether this or that conciliar, liturgical, or magisterial text is the root of our woes, it asks us to consider the progressively dire trends of modernity alongside the progressively alarmed warnings of 19th and 20th century popes and theologians. Instead of arguing whether the Church canonically provides supplied jurisdiction to vagus clergy and/or priestly communities, it asks what it would mean if the Church did. Instead of arguing that there cannot be a state of necessity in the Church, it asks what it would mean if there was. Altar Against Altar is an important book because it brings—for the first time—a dose of common sense and a palpably Catholic spirit to an overly fraught question. It is a must-read in the midst of the polemics fueled by Denzinger-thumping armchair theologians taking place in Catholic circles on the internet.” — Dom Dalmasso, Host, The Logos Project; Editor-in-Chief, The Ecclesia Blog; M.A. Student in Dogmatic Theology, Holy Apostles College and Seminary.

“With truth and wisdom and charity, Andrew Mioni ventures into the heart of one of the great problems facing the Church today. His personal experience and detailed analysis of the various points of the traditionalist movement are simply and clearly synthesized in Altar Against Altar. This book is a powerful apologetic tool for those who are in traditionalist spheres, have exited from them and are trying to reorient themselves, or who have friends and relatives still under their sway; at the same time, Altar Against Altar provides a beautiful defense of the Catholic Church and of our need to maintain our trust in Her and remain fully united to Her and Her lawful shepherds. Andrew’s work is also a humble and implicit reminder to all of us of how it is the Church’s mission to save us; it’s not our mission to save the Church. God promises that His Church will not fail (cfr. Mt 16:18) and He will not go back on His promise.” — Fr. Terrance J.M. Chartier, S.T.B., FI (Franciscans of the Immaculate), host at Mother of the Redeemer Retreat Center, Bloomington, IN

“Andrew Mioni’s Altar Against Altar is a clear, concise, and confident response to the Traditionalist challenge to the Church. A devastating critique, it reveals that the sources of this ideological movement’s internal rot are, in a strange plot twist, the same sources underlying the errors of liberalism and modernism! Andrew and I both grew up in the movement (although we never met), and from our separate personal studies of the Tradition we both came to understand a stunningly ironic fact: Traditionalism is not Traditional! His copious quotes from the Magisterium of the Church demonstrating this reality are unanswerable and irrefutable. I believe Altar Against Altar is a landmark contribution to this debate, and its value stems not only from the errors it refutes, but even more from the beauty of the Church’s life and truth it reveals by clearing them away.” — Mr. Andrew Bartel, OP; Author, “Why I Left the Society of St. Pius X: An Open Letter to Fr. Gołaski”

“An honest and compelling examination of Traditionalist claims, Altar Against Altar actually is what other books only claim to be: scholarly, easily-digestible, thought-provoking and 100% Catholic. Andrew knows his subject matter from the inside out. He charitably challenges the multiplicity of excuses that dissenting traditionalists use, and simultaneously reminds us of the beauty and wisdom inherent in the Church’s structure as Christ established it. This book will long be an excellent aid for those seeking clarity for their own sake, as well as for productive dialogue with radical traditionalism. I can’t recommend it too highly!” — Laura Vander Vos, Host, Misshappycatholic; creator and co-founder, TradRecovery.com

“Radical Traditionalists are rebelling against Holy Mother Church while confusing many in the process. This book does a superb job of pulling apart their claims and objections, one by one, and answering them. It is timely, well-researched, logically presented, and backed up by a plethora of sources and citations. It is an important resource that offers powerful counter arguments against Traditionalists and is very much needed in the Church today.” – Bryan Mercier, Catholic apologist, speaker, author, and President of Catholic Truth

“Altar against Altar provides an insightful investigation into the internal contradictions of the Traditionalist worldview written in a spirit of pastoral charity with an intention to heal the rift that separates our Catholic brethren.” – Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, co-author with Ronda Chervin of Catholic Realism

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Andrew Mioni grew up in Kansas and earned his B.A. in English at Kansas State University. He currently lives in upstate New York, where he continues to pursue his writing aspirations. His website is andrewmioni.com.

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