Why
do some Catholics, including some clergy, insist on neglecting their
responsibility to teach the moral truths of the Church on human
sexuality? If we don't lift our voices now, and defend what we know to
be the Truth, we will lose our opportunity in the future. It's time
to take a stand on these issues, (and) not back down from the fight.
And, here is my "answer," which I offered as a comment upon his post:
This
is ONE reason we need to pray constantly for our clergy! The strength
and courage they NEED to overcome the socio-political inertia only
comes from Grace. In the Divine Economy, this grace is gained for
them through the prayers, penances, fasting, sacrifices, and pain
offerings of the faithful; especially the laity in their daily lives
in the world. As we make these offerings, we must also clearly
communicate to our shepherds that we are ready and willing to stand
with them in this fight; and to follow them when they bravely step
out in moral leadership.
In my life of some 60+ years, I have learned that there are times when those who would lead us simply need the reassurance that we will actually follow.
"Should" it be thus? Oh, I suppose one could argue that it shouldn't. Then again, as soon as one remembers that we deal with fragile human beings like ourselves, then it seems rather likely that whether or not it "should" be thus; it simply is.
The challenge I offer is therefore twofold: Take up arms as faithful laity in this spiritual warfare. And let your deacons, priests, and bishops know that you are doing so -- and that you will support them when they take what may be unpopular stands.
As we rightly expect our shepherds to assume the role proper to their God-given offices, we must rightly assume ours as well.
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