Father Simon Says - September 10, 2024 - True Ecumenism

(4:15) Bible Study: 1 Cor 6:1-11  What does it mean to judge, which Paul is talking about in this reading? Lk 6:12-19 Father talks about what is meant when it says that Jesus spent the night in prayer. (21:40) Break 1 (23:10) Letters: Father shares whether or not only Catholics can go to heaven, the differences between Catholics and Protestants and what true ecumenism is. (36:12) Break 2 (37:49) Word of the Day: Level Ground (39:21) Phones: Mary - You said yesterday that slaves were fellow Christians and had rights, could you clarify that? Nicole - How do I discern the heart vs. the mind? Patty - Luke 10:17: About 72 returned rejoicing, but some Bible accounts say 70.  Could you explain? Paul - What is the status of St. Gregory of Palamas (Eastern saint) as he had a debate with Barlaam, and they argued about the energy and essence distinction. How St. Gregory of Palamas viewed in the Orthodox Church?