My message to Fr. James Martin coming to knock.

[@kathysmith3834]

Mr. Nugent, in 2014 my sister and I came to Ireland on vacation and to see at least some of the country our family comes from. I had been away from the church for about 35 years. We went to the Black Abbey in Kilkenny and saw the Trinity statue there. It touched my heart so deeply it began my return to the church. I will forever be thankful for that trip and the grace I received there. May God bless His holy church and Ireland.

[@CJJPstepintotheblue]

Bless you and yours, welcome home also

[@johnharkness6304]

Wow, fabulous story 👍🏻

[@dija5578]

That is so beautiful, Kathy.. I'm praying everyday for family members to have a heart as open as your is...💗

[@annbyrne6012]

How lovely to hear this, as the Black Abbey is where I attend daily Mass. It's a very special, holy place. Welcome home and God bless you abundantly 🙏

[@maryannmurphy1441]

Shocking news,we need to up our prayers,pray pray pray

[@josephmccall2476]

I am not a theologian, just a layman, but even I can see that Fr. James Martin is a heretic. This is not out of hatred, but a matter of saving souls, which is an act of love. God loves everyone, but salvation must be earned.

[@garystewart9211]

But if we, or an angel from heaven, preach a gospel to you besides that which we have preached to you, let him be anathema. Galatians 1:8.

[@lcunningham1776]

Repent and believe. Repent means cease from doing evil, Learn to do good.

[@Bern1808]

I pray for the Irish Catholic Church. As a Catholic Irish-American New Yorker, I'm embarrassed that one of "our" priests is trying to export his personal ideologies to the birthplace of my mother and my grandparents. Our Church is in turmoil, but please know that he doesn't represent the views of Catholics, at least none that I know of (laity and clergy) here. He's an academic and media personality who seems to revel in the attention of, and celebration by, many press and television figures who don't have the best interests of The Church, the faithful, or humanity as their priorities. Stay strong!

[@patriciamariecunningham306]

I and loads of friends have left the novus ordo church for the true Catholic Church of up to 1958 of the Holy Latin Mass, so thank God I left satans new church for the old true Catholic Church

[@stegal84]

There is one church! Becareful not to let scandal cause you to sin. Your language is of schism. There aren't 2 churches, the Latin Mass is a beautiful expression of our faith and I hope people on both sides stop using it as a weapon.

[@maryfox7440]

One word heartbreaking!

[@michaelamclarnon9270]

PRAY PRAY PRAY FOR ALL OUR BISHOPS IN IRELAND TO STAND UP FOR THE TRUTH 🙏🕊️🙏❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@mikeparle1381]

Amen 👍

[@jameswardick8974]

Amen 🙏

[@johngleeson5700]

Perhaps the Irish Bishops might also organise a meeting with Bishop Schneider, Cardinal Burke or Cardinal Müller.

[@marieloy8181]

Yes, that would be nice not forgetting Bishop Strictland God bless them. 🙏

[@jamesdoyle5958]

Yes and it could snow in July. These Bishops and Jimmy lead a much to glamourous Life.

[@jamesdoyle5958]

Whose paying for Jimmys trip to Ireland Robert can you ask that.

[@marcelw6045]

I haven’t laughed so hard at a comment in a long time! A bunch of lavender-laced prelates speaking with them 😂

[@d.aletadrawdy7584]

I PRAY the Irish people will find their IDENITY and FAITH as IRISH and CHRISTIANS.🍀🙏 Sodomy is not only considered a sin, but it is a Crime against His WORD.❣️⚖️🍀

[@marieloy8181]

St. Michael Archangel defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickness @ snares of the Devil, may God rebuke him we humily pray, @ do thy O Prince of the heavenly host, cast into hell Satan @ all evil spirits who wander through the world seeking the ruin of souls Amen.

[@tompalm64]

Pray for Fr.James Martin and for his conversion 🙏💕! He’s leading many souls astray including some at the highest levels of the Church. I know you know this. Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us 🙏💕✝️!

[@aseeker2109]

Well said Robert. Happy St Bridget day... St Bridget pray for us... 🙏🙏🙏

[@longbowman2408]

If Catholic Irish Bishops think that by going along with borgoglia will increase footfall in Irish Churches I fear they will be sadly mistaken. Here in England Justin Welby and his recent predecessors have tried this with the Church of England and last year he ended up being demoted by his international brethren. Also here in England many C of E vicars are becoming Catholic Priests. If our Great Faith is to survive this turmoil then we should all try our hardest to keep our Church what it always has been - The One True Faith no more no less. God Bless Ireland

[@CJJPstepintotheblue]

The footfall will come through the Holy Spirit working through you. Be a living example

[@peterjd3170]

@longbowman ... its not about "footfall" - it's a matter of many of the Irish bishops being more concerned with their own personal popularity standing up for the truths of the Faith

[@gabriellelynch7154]

What you said in your video was AWESOME. The Holy Spirit is definitely moving you. The Irish people will find the Lord again! May you have strength!

[@johnwhite5690]

I cannot believe what the Bishops have asked Fr James to discuss his views that goes against scripture, Mayo the birthplace of my mother and Balinlough the birth place of my dad. As you say we shall see what happens with the Bishops in 🇮🇪 Ireland prayers for those who struggle with their sexuality Our Lady of Knock pray for us

[@garystewart9211]

But if we, or an angel from heaven, preach a gospel to you besides that which we have preached to you, let him be anathema. Galatians 1:8.

[@Stephen-eire]

A fifth columnist in full display to all, with complete access to the highest offices of the church. Unfortunately, he will meet many kindred spirits in Knock. Our Lady of Knock, pray for them all.🙏

[@johnnybgood5836]

Who pays for Fr Martin to fly around the world to promote normalisation of abhorrent irregular pride filled relationships with zero expectation of desisting and repentance....as sinners we are all daily struggling with our particular weaknesses but we must desist from insisting that particular behaviour is not to be repented and rather must be celebrated !

[@jojackson1573]

Good point !

[@RickW-HGWT]

The answer is we the laity pay for it, it is invited to various events by diocesan administration. It's position at the jesuit rag " America " gives it a media platform, he is the go to filth for public commentary on his abiding passion which is not catholic teachings or salvation of souls.

[@bullirish]

We do... Don't donate to any Bishop's fund raising events!

[@PierreLittle_]

The Jesuits are the richest Order in the Church and no Bishop oversees these assets as per Canon law, they administer them on behalf of the Church. I feel this issue should be brought under the authority of the local Bishop. Their assets include world wide Universities and schools primarily.

[@beenbeatenbybishops5845]

@@bullirish Do not donate to Peter's Pence or ANY special collections that Bishops get their corrupt hands on.

[@oh4daluv]

Our bishops need alot of intercessory prayers and masses said for them for spiritual protection and guidance.

[@RickW-HGWT]

A backbone , knowledge of church teachings, love of God, our BVM, and horror of sin would go much further and faster. That this excreta is invited to religious education conferences is not by accident, they know what this things agenda is , it is the only thing he advocates for.

[@grahamrooks6885]

I am not a Roman Catholic but an Anglo Catholic with a lot of connections with the Roman Catholic Church in the U.K., Ireland , Italy & Malaysia. What you are saying is being repeated almost verbatim in the Anglo Catholic Church that I am involved with . The same issues, the same reasoning you clearly elucidate. Please God that we all remain in Faith & pray for a return to belief in the Scriptures & not the evil variations that some wish to introduce.

[@mariebrett2179]

Thank you for your honesty with your weakness.....we are ALL weak in DIFFERENT areas. "Lord i give you my weakness, please give me your STRENGTH "

[@EricMichaelson-r2u]

God bless you, Robert, and all the bishops of Ireland. Coming to you from the USA. My family's faith comes down from Ireland, and I will be forever grateful.

[@LuckyBuff4949]

Thank you and we will pray for "More" of CHRIST in each one of us!

[@CJJPstepintotheblue]

Confessions I feel are the pathway to healing from experience. Striving for a state of Grace is the goal. Ready ourselves to answer their questions on return. On a positive note it is out there!

[@knightofchrist333]

What happened?? I was in Knock last November and it was beautiful. I had an amazing experience in the Apparition Chapel and the Priest doing the Mass was lovely 💯 On the Sunday service one of the readings was about God chastising the Priests at the time and telling them not to lead people astray and I did say, under my breath, towards the 3 Priests in the Church "I hope you all are taking this message in" 🙏🏻

[@johannachristinaodriscoll4236]

The Irish Bishops did 100 per cent restrict the Latin Mass. About same sex attracted people, we all know someone, so a lad I know brightens the day when I cross his path and have a chat. But all come to church and just be a member of the congregation like the rest of us if that’s where they desire to be. Where ever you are come Jesus is there and most of us are there to adore Him not judging others. The Catholic Church has the same teaching for all of us. You are right everyone has problems. Viva Cristo Rey

[@thomasmc7752]

As long as we don't argue that our weaknesses are acceptable behaviours.

[@johannachristinaodriscoll4236]

@@thomasmc7752 Of course, sin is sin. Jesus always told the sinner He Healed or Blessed “Go sin no more” look it’s recognised across the world, Ireland is no longer a Catholic Country. We are already in a parallel church here. Cardinal Muller describes it as a hostile takeover of the Catholic Church. So Pray, Hope and don’t Worry this is the advice given to us by St. Padre Pio. Viva Cristo Rey

[@39knights]

I remmber reading that one of the things St. Patrick had to fight was widespread rampant homosexuality in Ireland; which he was quite successful at quelling. Now that Christian morals in general are on the decline everywhere; it is no wonder that former sins are making a comeback. Reminds me of the gospel story where if a demon is expelled but comes back later to find the place all cleanned up but unguarded that he will return with 7 more demons and the situation will be worse than before. Not hard to see that happening with nations and their former sins as they shed Christianity. For Ireland, first homosexuality, now its same-sex with trans, furry's, grooming kids, etc. etc.

[@antonioramos7139]

The latest utterings of the Holy Father are just so confusing and ambiguous that they are causing more suffering to those of us who are not heterosexual. I live a celibate life and am perfectly content with life in the Church. I don't subscribe to any LGBTQIA+ ideology, especially the Trans ideology and I definitely will not push it down anyone's throat. I think that Fr James has gone too far. All that the Holy Father can really do is say what the scriptures and tradition say on this issue, and then as the Pastor, urge all members of the Body of Christ to treat each other with respect and love, especially those who are on the fringes of the Church. Don't push them away, invite them in, but don't bend the truth to make us feel welcome. We deserve at least that.

[@dija5578]

So well said, Antonio.. It is obvious you are a devout follower of Christ.. and are a beautiful example to us all.. God bless you always.

[@lucianotoscan6550]

God bless you and keep you as you live your cross. With all the wrong messages being promulgated by the likes of James Martin SJ, I think you and those like you are heroes in living your faith according to its true teachings. Please persevere you are an inspiration!

[@mariebrett2179]

We need to support gay individuals who are trying to live a catholic celibate lives... befriend them , reach out and love them.We all need friends , support and love. We are all SINNERS...we ALL need HELP , SUPPORT , FRIENDS and PRAYERS. We love the sinner but we must hate sin James Martin ideology needs to be rejected by the bishops. We can not compromise with his ideology. Yes PRAY FOR THE BISHOPS

[@jothompson1903]

Dear Robert, God bless you for your charity. So difficult to understand why Fr Martin was invited to speak at Knock. The Holy Father has commented he loves confusion! Mother Mary thriw tour mantle over rhe Bishops and all people.

[@stevedebbiebosak6407]

Perhaps Father James will experience a conversion at Knock. I visited Knock last summer so this makes me extremely sad that he is taking his agenda there, but Our Lady’s intervention is powerful. Pray for him so that he is open to her mediation. Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, pray for us.

[@electrifiedspam]

Why is it that the dignity and respect door only swings one way?

[@mairec7751]

I could not agree more.....we all have our problems and baggage to deal with. The way back to Christ is predicated on repentance and a purpose of amendment Watering down the doctrine of the faith to accommodate sin is sinful in its self.

[@Safe-and-effective]

Because that's the agenda. They are victims, we are oppressors. Sure, they have the entirety of mainstream media, social media, transnational corporations, ad agencies, the entertainment industry and public figures falling over themselves to cater to their every whim....but they are the victims.

[@Paddy_Roche]

Wisdom, Empathy and a refusal to judge. Dear Robert, you are truly a Holy Man. God bless you.

[@deirdrewilliams250]

As an Irish-American from NYC...well said. Thank you.

[@MsArethusa]

What a wise, profound and uplifting talk, inspired by the Holy Spirit. The Lord Jesus is working through this video to reassure and sustain us on this beautiful, humble island. May you and your work be blessed, let us all take heed, listen to our conscience and the promptings of those who have gone before us and know.

[@goneill6814]

God Bless you Robert, this was a fantastic video.

[@user-re2ss3jn8w]

I remember John Cardinal O'Connor of NY on the steps of St. Patrick's Cathedral where a large group gays verbally assaulting him. He was a true Christian responding with love the truths of the Gospel. I was away from the Church at the time, but his witness is like yesterday on my mind!

[@grainneconroy2193]

"He who loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy to be My disciple ...the Truth will set you free."

[@joebollig2689]

Boycott the Knock Conference. Why bother going? Perhaps it’s time for non-cooperation and passive resistance. Don’t give money, or cut back on tithes. Empty seats and collection plates speak louder than anything else to these bishops.

[@Beanbag777]

What's the Knock Conference ?

[@joebollig2689]

Thank you user. I stand corrected.

[@dija5578]

The Churches in Western Europe are already near empty. So sad.

[@annekeeling7062]

All your videos are just excellent Robert. I am so grateful for your guidance. It is powerful.

[@andrewsheehan9228]

Our Lady of Knock crushes the head of Satan so the battle is already lost Amen Maybe Fr Martin will have a rude awaking to his benifit and for Gods Glory Saint Joesph protecter of Mother holy family Amen

[@albieinangelus921]

I am an only child (my mother practiced birth control in the 40s and 50s). I have a cousin (the child of my mom's first cousin) who lives in Ireland who I had planned to send pics to. I will take the opportunity to speak highly about the salvation of our souls through the one, holy, catholic and apostolic faith and how important our role is!! I got the feeling for the lack of orthodoxy when I was there in 2009...We have only so many opportunities to save our souls!!

[@mariebrett2179]

Folks pray ,we need to use the spiritual weapons we have been given . Pray often the prayer that Blinds satan so he cannot act- "The Unity prayer " My Adorable Jesus May our feet journey together May our hands gather in UNITY May our hearts beat in unison May our souls be in harmony May our thoughts be as one May our ears listen to the silence together May our glances profoundly penetrate each other May our lips pray together to gain mercy from the ETERNAL Father .

[@elishaa2sweet]

A Priest or a Church that cannot confront a SIN is actually conforming to that SIN indirectly, silently & slyly. It's very much easier to fool people than telling them that they are being fooled & it's easier to deceive people than telling them that they are being deceived.

[@lynnefitzpayrick9646]

As an American, I applaud your wisdom!! The Catholic church in America is saddened by the antics of this priest. God have mercy 🙏❤️🙏

[@gerrycorrigan9263]

Robert i think your comment "know yourself " is key to the formation ot solid relationship with each other and above all it is a solid foundation for building our spiritual relationship with God .

[@oh4daluv]

One of your best videos if not the best Robert...you should be at knock talking with our bishops.

[@thecatholicman]

The Bishops will be fine, pray for them. Lot of good happening in Ireland let’s not let this distract us

[@oh4daluv]

@thecatholicman what would your thoughts be on Taize as a means to first step evangelise people looking to the faith for answers and healing. I know of its origins and its ecumenical ethos so just unsure about it.

[@oh4daluv]

@@bigbassbomb88 John 10 1:6

[@oh4daluv]

Mathew 26 :26

[@oh4daluv]

John 21 15 :17

[@sheiladumigan451]

Unity prayer to blind satan. My adorable Jesus May our feet journey together May our hands gather in unity. May our hearts beat in unison. May our souls be in harmony. May our thoughts be as one. May our ears listen to the silence together. May out glances profoundly penetrate each other. May our lips pray together to gain mercy from the Eternal Father.

[@gloriamarquez7999]

Amen... 😔🙏📿❤️‍🔥📖💒👑🪔☮️⚖️🕊

[@PPONYOU82]

Its unfortunate that James Martin was invited to knock. I'm an elderly lady and love my Catholic faith. We have been bombarded with gay rights its almost brainwashing. Of course i know priests and many lay people that are gay. No-one is disrespectful infant most people go over the top pandering to them. Sadly love of the flesh frequently is of more value than love of god Jesus christ causing separation from christ. We're all sinners .our sexual preference is bigger than the gospel in Rome at the moment most people are lonely are isolated many don't have enough to live on family's devision. I try to treat others as i would want to be treated. JESUS CHRIST IS MY PHYSICIAN IRELAND BIG BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGIST PSYCHOANALYSTS. Guru's. Personal counselling for every condition under the son Still massive suicidal Los of life slaughtering of babies..most important concern same sex flesh .the church along with modern values are truly insane. Satan is happily. Such confusion above all human beings i love God Jesus christ.

[@DedeMahoney-j7y]

I will be praying ..🙏.. We hate the sin but love the sinner.. Like you said last night we don’t attack others we defend our faith and speak God’s word/truth into the confusion and any deception. Jesus always treated everyone with respect and dignity and with love He calls out our sins and tells us to go and sin no more.

[@RevSheldon]

Thank YOU Robert for Your Wisdom & Your Ways wrapped in His Transforming Loving Ways....We will Be praying for the Church in Ireland & All over earth....Beautiful Blessings To YOU & the Family here on KZbin....🤗🙏🫶

[@patricianolan4]

Thanks once again for rallying us especially in facing ourselves truthfully and encouraging prayer for our Church and our bishops; going the way of unity not division. It's so heartening also to hear the call of hope of a new springtime in the Irish Church. I will be saying my Rosary for love unity and healing. Sts Bridget Patrick and Columcille pray for us all. 🙏

[@michaelpower6546]

Thankyou from. Australia God bless Ireland

[@Runsfrombears]

The difference is that the prodigal son repented.

[@thecatholicman]

And it took him time to repent, and how long it took is not mentioned in the gospel

[@jamesdoyle5958]

​@@thecatholicmanFor God's Sake Robert it was a Parable.

[@danielwalsh42]

So smart , my very thought , thank you .

[@liw12]

I agree Robert, Satan wants us all terrified of anyone knowing our sins - we should not be afraid to admit sins that keep us in bondage. Go to confession an get on with healing from the effects of sin. So what of our sins, we all have them the more we shine light on them the sooner we heal. No more hiding in darkness where Satan wants us. No more feelings of guilt just admit our sins if needs be & move on with God's grace. Family tree healing masses I feel should be attended more often to break the sins & diseases coming down through our families, I dont know if anyone else notices it but i can see it in my own family how this pattern of same sins coming out in my generation the generation before me and onto our children too & I'm sick of it, im sick of Satan having it his way all the time! So just f off Satan not today I'm fighting back with the help of God

[@thecatholicman]

Amen! We need to learn to be children of the light

[@sinfall5280]

One defeats evil by doing good

[@noelmckervey9895]

I ask the question in all sincerity; how can we Irish catholic laity not feel deeply hurt and offended that our bishops, whose primary duty is to clarify, defend, and promote Catholic Teaching, have invited the herecy promoting Fr Martin to address them at their conference in Knock. It is also disturbing that the bishops sought to keep the matter quiet. Which also begs the question, will Fr Martin convert our bishops to the ways of the world and can we expect our bishops to then preach Martins heresy to we, the struggling catholic flock? This comment is offered as an act of charity - I bear no ill-will against any group or individual. Blessings.

[@jamesdoyle5958]

Either Robert should have condemned this meeting with Jimmy and the Bishops or said nothing. You cannot ride 2 Horses with one Bum.

[@murielkinsella3526]

I've already commented on this video, commending you for demonstrating true charity towards everyone. But there are a couple of things that puzzle me about all of this, namely: Why did the bishops invite Fr Martin in the first place? I know there are many priests involved in organisations like Courage, who show enormous respect and compassion for SSA attracted people. Is their work not regarded as sufficiently compassion for evangelising people whose temptations lie in this direction? Surely an invitation to the rather notorious Fr Martin spells out a very clear message about the direction in which the Church appears to be going? Could they not have counterbalanced his input with that of the priests engaged in the more orthodox organisations? Secondly, if, as you say, there was a response to Fr Martin's manipulation of the media- and I've no reason to doubt your sources, why was it not articulated in some way by the Vatican? Those of us who are on the more conservative wing of the Church are forever being slighted by this regime, and some of it may be deserved. But a bit of even handedness might do a lot to preserve unity.

[@teresamelvin1073]

Great talk Robert to show kindness and always remember thoughs that are suffering

[@derm0tgregory161]

Well put Robert. Arise old Ireland and let our enemies be scattered in Jesus most Holy Name. Amen. It is well. Amen

[@MJK2600]

Simply "talking it out and not being judged" is the mindset of those who manipulate and con. Let's not mistake maturity for exhibitionism and self-aggrandizement.. Talking has a purpose but action and being are essential to change...we are more than our wounds, our desires, our mistakes, our "problems", and our self-indulgence.

[@DavidWard-t7n]

What you say is orthodoxy and I agree with you, but we must not forget that like us all these sinners souls are at risk. We are not helping by minimising this.

[@barbaraw5264]

What is happening in Knock is actually terrible. Our Lady of Knock, Queen of Ireland take care of all Irish people ❤❤❤

[@maryfox7440]

I agree with your comment 100%! That's all we need is Father James Martin visiting the knock shrine such a holy place

[@andrewsheehan9228]

I do believe the lord is reaching out to everybody all walks of life our lady is always asking for the conversion of the world so Jesus i trust in you Amen 🙏

[@sarenabearce5488]

God bless you Robert, always follow the guidance of Our Lady to pray and not divide. 🙏🙏🇮🇪

[@MarjorieBurns-gu9tf]

I love the advice you gave your daughter, and I hope all of us respond as well as she did!

[@seanmacailin]

Love to know who those bishops are, and with these few "good" men and employees, in our prayers!!

I think what Catholic priests need to do is not only tell Catholics but non Catholics that Christ needs to humble us but without humiliating us. He would die again for each of us. His love and mercy is endless. Saying that let's hope Our Lady of Knock will knock some sense in James Martin. If Ireland loses the true Catholic faith we are done. St Patrick pray for us. America /UK is slowly becoming mystery babylon.

[@christinaflanagan300]

Very good talk. Excellent.

[@sheiladumigan451]

God is allowing this too for some reason 🙏❤️

[@CJJPstepintotheblue]

I used to imagine it was to test our resolve and trust in Christ

[@roxannearmstrong1219]

Oh my heart💔💔💔😢🙏This is incredibly difficult, praying that the scales fall off of the eyes of the faithful. Nothing is impossible with Christ.🙏🌹😔

[@garystewart9211]

But if we, or an angel from heaven, preach a gospel to you besides that which we have preached to you, let him be anathema. Galatians 1:8.

[@CJJPstepintotheblue]

I love and appreciate your feedback on all of these topics. For me, I'll continue to practice my faith and as I did throughout military service I'll regard anyone not playing in my sandpit as irrelevant. That's the hierarchy. They'll never remove my love for the job. Church in this case! Our Church is being rebuilt from the ground up from what I'm witnessing. Or strengthened maybe a better word. Church full of young school children and teenagers all this Holy week. I look forward to celebrating a year of St. Bridget this year also. Died 1499 years ago today. Let's celebrate and rise above all these troglodytes. With the passing of time these people will become like the dodo 🦤😊 Prepare ourselves and prepare for their return. Well said Rob

[@berserker96]

A friend I very much trust and care for is currently suffering from cancer. Please pray for him. He is a bright and peaceful young man named Isaac. I really hope someone like Fr. Martin would seek to offer the sacraments to him and not merely bless him on the way

[@dija5578]

You are so right Robert.. there are MANY wounded LAYERS unseen... Two of my dearest friends have adult kids that are in same-sex relationships.. I have known each of them since they were babies and pray for them every day.. Despite being baptized, neither of them have a relationship with Jesus. One has horrible narcotic drug addiction and has found "a home" with a cult that has satanic overtones. The other is Agnostic at best.. Please dear Jesus, have mercy on them and bring them healing of body and soul... As far as Fr Martin, not sure to what end The Irish Bishops invite him...

[@robertdean741]

wow Robert, I was very inspired by your talk, you are so right on...

[@maryjulieharris7827]

Know yourself so you can bring your whole self to the Cross for the love and healing that Christ alone can and will give.

[@aly8380]

The Lord never ostracised the tax collectors or the adulterous woman but He didn't okay the things that caused them to be ostracised in the first place. And the most central issue that the modernist all conveniently overlook is this: The tax collector or the adulterous woman DID NOT ever CLAIM TO BE JESUS'S DISCIPLES. The invitation was there but they did not/have not stepped through the door/accepted. Matthew the apostle was a tax collector but HE STOPPED. Salvation was offered but repentance and the challenges of discipleship remained - as it does for anyone who seeks to follow Christ. Different standards apply once you enter the door of discipleship. Never was there any doubt that Jesus was okaying or "mainstreaming" the adultery as they are attempting nowadays. He spoke softly but He called it out. No confusion there. He is the guide.

[@PadraigTomas]

You are correct.

[@evahernandez8156]

Your lovely Sr Clare Crockett is working hard for your country 🙏 as well as her religious community.God is never outdone with generosity. This jubilee year of prayer the Pope is declared is the key. Let's keep the faith 🙏 Martin has lost the way ...once you know that his words are irritating like a bad virus and so prayer 🙏 for his soul he is sick

[@simonewilliams7224]

Martin was sent to squash any traditional leanings anew.

[@James-le7du]

Hi Robert your so right we need to talk it out your great input in derry week end thanks

[@seamusryan1376]

We must pray hard for our Bishops and for Knock Shrine also ! 🙏🏻

[@conormccann2586]

Well said Robert. Like you, I am vehemently opposed to all that James Martin espouses in relation to same sex attraction. But I applaud you for your courage to call Catholics to love. To witness to and proclaim the truth in love. The Irish Church is in need of much prayer at this time of crisis.

[@day1678]

Pray that This priest will receive a conversion when he visits Knock (Fr. Martin)

[@mrbaker7443]

Good nuanced analysis Robert

[@jothompson1903]

Loneliness is a terrible thing. You are right about men not speaking about what they are experiencing.

[@thomasmc7752]

Just take it to God, and trust to do things his way.

[@piercepbrowne]

Amen, Robert. Well said. Pierce

[@jimmycarrollgodblesspoland5521]

I want to know the Bishops who support James Martin, I would hazard a guess Bishop of Kerry and Cork and Cloyne , just a guess from past utterings on the matter of The great Fr Sean Sheehy debacle 🇮🇪✝️☘️🙏🕊

[@Donnybrook10]

Buggery I tells ya...This has all become such a fiasco. Francis is the Agent of destruction and chaos.

[@dija5578]

All the more reason to pray hard for his conversion.. in the end it will be his choice. Let's pray PF chooses repentance.

[@generic_account2138]

​@@dija5578it's become my major fault. Hell is so bad we wouldn't wish it on our worst enemy. But still I fall. 😢

[@dija5578]

@@generic_account2138 You are not alone.. we need to stick together and pray often for our very broken world. God have mercy on us all.. The Blessed Mother protect us under her mantle. 🙏

[@ericthoman4069]

Everyone always focuses on adults about this problem. Once this focus is fixed, the conversation becomes public.What about "The Little Ones"? Shouldn't there be a modicum of regard for the eyes and ears of "The Little Ones"? Sure, absolutely, there are people with problems that need help. Some issues, obviously, need to be handled discreetly. WHY one may ask: for the sake of "The Little Ones". About Fr. Martin: Is there anyone on the planet knowing about Fr. Martin truly believe that he will not use any public event as an opportunity to advance his agenda and thereby mislead "The Little Ones"? ANYONE?" In face of Our Lord's warning about misleading "The Little Ones", is it worth the risk to host such a deviant knowing, knowing, that he will mislead "The Little Ones"?

[@jamesdoyle5958]

What a perfect comment. Am with you 100% . It's the Children their after. Martin is only leading them one way. He is not a Fool He knows what he is doing . Bergoglio also knows with all of the Homosexuals he's surrounded with.

[@SMRogers]

Thank you so much for raising this concern. I have gay friends who also do not subscribe to the circus aspects of the LGBT etc bandwagon. I agree wholeheartedly to do this respectfully and openly. I have no idea the context but I do know it is not about showmanship. I am very glad to hear about what is happening in Ireland.

[@susanarmstrong7462]

Well said !! Robert, Perfect love casts out fear. Pray,pray, pray

[@day1678]

We must all be prepared to hear the unexpected (lies and deceptions)

[@siobhanmcneenan3253]

We're just too nice about this stinking sin

[@maryfox7440]

I would say your sugar coating the whole thing

[@tonynoonan3723]

This meeting is neither here nor there.The problem with the Irish Bishops/Clergy is the preceding 60yrs where they have abandoned the teachings of Jesus Christ and have lead the RCC over the abyss.The vast, vast majority couldnt care less what the Bishops think or say,the Bishops have propelled themselves into an irrelevance having lost all credibility. I admire the work you do Robert but do not share your confidence, except in the laity.

[@liw12]

Didnt Fulton Sheen say the laity will revive the church?

[@tomthx5804]

It seems to me that failing to criticize the bishops for inviting James Martin is to cause harm to homosexuals. James Martin does not advocate saving their souls and helping them avoid sin. He advocates pretending their sin is not a sin. And that does not help anyone. As you say, we must be gentle and understanding to those people with this problem, and we must offer help and wisdom and show them there is an alternative to that lifestyle. Martin is harming them - and the church. So, under Canon 212, it is the right and duty of every Catholic to criticize the Irish bishops, to criticize Martin, and see the church does adopt a caring and effective means of inviting these people into the church. Martin's way is evil.

[@Betrue875]

There's biblical respect for our fellow man, and then there's respect that is born from liberalism designed to impart legitimacy. I have biblical respect for James Martin, but he falls far short in all other atributes. I'm sad that he came to Ireland by invitation!

[@andrealewis3638]

"But we look for new heavens and a new earth according to his promises, in which justice dwelleth. Wherefore, dearly beloved, waiting for these things, be diligent that you may be found before him unspotted and blameless in peace." 2 Peter 3:13-14(DRA) When Our Lord Jesus Christ returns he's expecting a spotless bride.

[@abbefaria5518]

coddling evil doesn't make it go away

[@maryfox7440]

You're absolutely right

[@eileenkelleher6660]

Well said.Robert. Love and self-knowledge. Quote for us: "Let nothing disturb you Let nothing frighten you All things are passing away GOD never changes Patience obtains all things Whoever has God lacks nothing GOD alone suffices" Teresa of Avila Quote for the Irish bishops: "Stupidity is also a gift of God But one mustn't misuse it." JOHN PAUL 2 All will be well..God has it all in hand. There are great things happening among the laity and good priests and the faith will bloom again. We're being cleansed and sanctified. Add a prayer of protection every day to the armoury. :⁹

[@frankboland4848]

No more secrets for Ireland

[@sheiladumigan451]

Jesus Jesus Jesus 🙏❤

[@andrewvavuris8789]

What are they saying that’s making them lonely? What companionship do they say they are seeking? May we get to the details?

[@thecatholicman]

Normal friendship and community is what they need and many find it hard to find. It’s something that has been said to me many times

[@andrewvavuris8789]

@@thecatholicman Thanks.

[@oonaghmb5406]

Robert please go to Our Lady's House of Prayer Achill island you will never want to leave please go and hear all the messages and I pray you shall go God bless Robert 🙏