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They can have all the strict views that they want - the laity, including a large number of priests, have examined the teachings of the Church and have decided, based on examination and study, what is best for them. As we are all sadly aware, the Vatican hasn't firmly addressed the sins within the ranks of the priesthood or the hierarchy, leaving the laity to rely on the teachings of Christ to guide them. -------- Mary Ann www.bentwillowfarm.org ----- Original Message ----- Subject: Re: cells vs. personhood >> The >> people are the church - and they are free to follow their informed >> conscience when it comes to church teaching. > > > I tend to agree and it is valid for the protestant church but the vatican > has > strict views on homsexuality, contraception, EST, etc > > > Maryse > -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.408 / Virus Database: 268.13.4/476 - Release Date: 10/14/2006 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn