

The Priest as Sinner in the Thought of Augustine | Father Robert Dodaro, O.S.A.
Jan 2, 2024
Father Robert Dodaro, O.S.A., President of the Patristic Institute in Rome, discusses the Donatist controversy and the Catholic perspective on the sacraments. He explores the relationship between prayer and purity of conscience, criticizes the Donatist belief in sinless priests, and emphasizes the impact of scandalous behavior by Catholic clergy on the faith of Catholics.
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1 2 3 4 5
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Donatist Controversy and the Catholic Position
03:46 • 10min
Prayer and Purity of Conscience
13:21 • 7min
Augustine's Response to Donatist Perspective on Holiness of Priests
20:38 • 15min
The Impact of Scandalous Behavior on the Faith of Catholics
35:11 • 5min