Subject: RH bill supporters are morally ‘lost’—Cardinal Rosales
Cardinal Rosales' evaluation of the pro-RH legislators is probably the strongest expression of disapproval of the RH Bills in recent months. It is not just a commentary on some lawmakers. Notice that sapul din si Noy. But if Belmonte, Garin, Lagman and gang truly believe in the separation of Church and State, why should they be so touchy about what Church leaders say to their congregations? It was a homily given to Catholics. Hindi naman sila ang kausap ni Cardinal, di ba?
There is also the principle of freedom of speech and worship. To lament the deformed consciences of national leaders is not name-calling. It is a legitimate perception from someone who is competent about conscience. And that the expression of that perception is the right and prerogative of any citizen, especially when there is a danger to the common good. By merely issuing a clear pastoral observation, the Cardinal has not violated any moral or legal precept, and has in no way engaged in name-calling. If some politicians feel alluded to, that's their problem. If you listen carefully, Rosales' remarks are actually kind. He did not call them evil, but just lost -- the ones Jesus Christ precisely came to save (Mt18:11; Lk19:10).
NB: And if some Catholic dissenters are crying ouch, then maybe they should rethink their "talking points", kasi sapul din sila. Rosales is an alumnus of the Jesuit-run San Jose Seminary (for diocesans) -- but he graduated before theological dissent became fashionable. He is well aware that his loyalty to the Church should exceed his loyalty to his alma mater.
The evidence shows that Belmonte is not neutral at all. He had been consistently pro-RH as Mayor of QC. He and the pro-RH gang can always wash their hands and say "We see nothing wrong with the Bill". If they railroad the RH deliberations, they will only prove Cardinal Rosales right. And if it is blocked in the Senate, the shame that will befall them may translate into (1) a political shellacking, and/or (2) diminished FP/RH payolas and perks from their paymasters, or (3) a career knockout. If they feel threatened, then they should listen to their fears. If they are hurting, they should listen to their pain. It is the same valid fear and pain that President Marcos felt once upon a time.
Again, the USGov't, Council of Foreign Relations, and Bilderberg liberals will not take this sitting down. Why do you think they're bringing the "other" Clinton into town? Clinton's poking his bill on Filipinos reminds us of the dark side of the Liberation of Manila. Watch closely and take note of who will snuggle up to Uncle Bill. Make no mistake about it: both Bills -- Clinton and the RH one -- are bad news. Strip down the flower talking and you will find both Bills worthy of a thick shellacking.
Pro-RH is driven more by mammon than by conviction. Pro-life is driven more by faith than money. Multiplying both sides of the equation by the same factor, the conflict comes down to Mammon vs. Faith. You cannot serve both, as dissenters and compromisors are wont do (Mt6:24). If we choose to serve Faith, let us do so well. If Faith can turn lepers clean, then by God, it can turn even our adversaries into friends. And amidst the whirl of events, let us pro-lifers focus on the particular mission that the Spirit of Life has whispered to us daily, both in the silence of our hearts, and in the din work.
Z
