Dissenting theologian to teach Halton Catholic’s parents to be ‘faith leaders in the home’ Nov. 21st

Boston College's Prof. Thomas Groome

OAKVILLE, Ontario, November 14, 2013 (LifeSiteNews.com) – A Catholic theologian known for opposing Church doctrine will teach parents how to become “faith leaders in the home” in an open event next week sponsored by the Halton Catholic District School board.

If Dr. Thomas Groome’s 2001 book “Education for Life: A Spiritual Vision for Every Teacher and Parent” resembles his upcoming presentation, parents can expect to hear the laicized priest slam papal authority, criticize Catholic tradition, and argue for “critical” Catholics following their consciences over Church teaching.

Parents might also hear Groome preaching against the male priesthood as discriminatory, arguing that equality in the Church demands women priests.  (more...)

Dissenting theologian to teach Halton Catholic’s parents to be ‘faith leaders in the home’ Nov. 21st

Background:

Thomas Groome's and Fr. Robert Drinan's impact on the consciousness of Catholics