This link makes for an interesting read.
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2134522.ece
It in some ways resonates with a new clerical tone within the Irish church and the Dominican Order.
The piece about being ashamed to wear the T-shirt - well you could replace that with 'roman collar' or some other items of clothing.
What do you think?
Surely the new tendency is worrying! Or is that the sort of thing Plato began to say as he grew old?
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
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"In a secularised and materialistic society, where the external signs of sacred and supernatural realities tend to disappear, it is particularly important that the community be able to recognise the priest, man of God and dispenser of his mysteries, by his attire as well, which is an unequivocal sign of his dedication and his identity as a public minister."
Life and Ministry of Priests.66. Congregation for the Clergy. 1994
Thank you Paulinus for the quote from the Congregation for the Clergy.
It is something that we may be able to discuss here.
Just wondering are you Paulinus - Wochenzeitung für das Bistum Trier?
If not, is Paulinus too close to being anonymous?
I dread anonymity and if you wonder why, ask the provinical of the Irish Dominicans why it scares me so much.
"Since assuming power in a revolution 28 years ago, Iran's Shia Muslim clerical leaders have demanded that Iranians abide by strict dress codes that adhere to what they consider Islamic principles"
Irish Times July 26, 2007.
The article is well worth a read. Can clothes really be a sign of our commitment to God? Maybe more to do with agendas, style and status surely.
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