Called to Communion Why did Christ Needed to Die?
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Nov 4, 2025 Explore why Jesus died, focusing on themes of solidarity and self-offering rather than penal substitution. Discover the significance of the Mass as a real presence and a communal sacrifice. Delve into the nuances of feeling the Holy Spirit and the role of grace in spiritual dryness. Learn about the Church's diverse interpretations of Genesis and how to address concerns about idolatry in worship. Finally, gain insights into the Church's evolving stance on artificial intelligence and the mystery of purgatory.
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Catholic View Rejects Penal Substitution
- David Anders distinguishes Catholic atonement from Calvinist penal substitution and rejects God punishing the innocent.
- He argues Scripture and reason oppose imputing humanity's sins to Christ as vicarious punishment.
Christ's Suffering Is Voluntary Solidarity
- Anders explains Christ willingly entered human alienation and suffering rather than being punished as a sinner.
- Because of that willing self-offering God honors and exalts Christ and merited grace for humanity.
Mass As An Unbloody Participation In Calvary
- St. Thomas says the Mass is a true sacrifice that represents Calvary and makes the same victim present unbloody.
- The Council of Trent: same victim, same priest, same intent, but unbloody manner.
