How long has it been since you’ve heard a prelate refer to the Church on earth as the Church Militant? Well, Bishop Robert Finn of Kansas City is using it, and then some. There seems to be a coruscation of swords among many of our bishops ever since the last presidential campaign when abortion and same-sex “marriage” became forefront issues. First there were a few strong voices, then a few dozen, now over fifty prelates have publicly repudiated Father John Jenkins, president of Notre Dame University, for inviting the pro-abortion president of the United States to not only speak to the graduating class, but to receive an honorary degree.
Here is a clip from Bishop Finn’s keynote address before the Gospel of Life Convention: The Catholic Key Blog reports: “But it is correct to acknowledge that you and I are warriors – members of the Church on earth – often called the Church Militant. Those who have gone ahead of us have already completed their earthly battles. Some make up the Church Triumphant – Saints in heaven who surround and support us still – tremendous allies in the battle for our eternal salvation; and the Church Suffering (souls in purgatory who depend on our prayers and meritorious works and suffrages).” Read full article with more of the speech here.
