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Dear George
Is it true that the Vatican states that fragments of the True Cross, i.e. the one that Christ died upon, exist? If so- do you believe this and if you do so- what evidence backs up the veracity of this theory?
Thanks
Steve
Peace
dear Steve
Yes, there have been various claims to such over the centuries by various Vatican authorities. I can believe such or not, its not a matter of doctrine. I believe its possible.
As for evidence, historical documents related to various claimed fragments. Items just as old if not older or obsecure have been found.
My faith is in Christ, not the wood He died on.
Your servant but His first
george
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George A. Card,sfo, M.I
Expertise
I am willing to attempt to answer any question. If I don’t know the answer, I will look-up or pass the question on to friends for feed back. Beside Catholicism (especially the social/moral and the Eastern rites), I am well read on Mormonism and so-called Modern Christian Fundamentalism. Also I study Franciscan History as means of growing in my lay Franciscan calling to holiness in Christ.
Experience
20+ years as the Justice and Peace Laison for my (local)Secular Franciscan Fraternity,22+ years public speaking on the Faith,and/or teaching CCD and Youth Retreats,a former Officer for K of C and my SFO Fraternity,still hold appointed offices in local SFO fraternity
Organizations
Catholic Church, Rome Rite
Secular Fraciscan Order
Knights of Columbus
The Men's Study (A local Catholic study group I co founded)
Others
Militia Immaculata(Knights of the Immaculate
Publications
Local News Letters:Mostly my Poetry
Education/Credentials
2 years of Minor Seminary
Bible and Adult Faith Studies and Seminars
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