In the midst of secularisation, Christians are called to martyrdom, says Cardinal Burke

[_Abyssinia]

The cardinal said Christians might have to face ‘loss of goods, government harassment and imprisonment’

Cardinal Raymond Burke has said that the secularisation of society has entered the Church, and that in the face of persecution Catholics are called to martyrdom.

Speaking at a pro-life event organised by the campaign group Voice of the Family, Cardinal Burke said: “Catholics are called today, more than ever, to stand up for the truth which Christ teaches us, even if it means loss of goods, government harassment and imprisonment.”

catholicherald.co.uk/news/2016/05/19/in-the-midst-of-secularisation-christians-are-called-to-martyrdom-says-cardinal-burke/

 

[Ridgerunner]

When Hillary Clinton tells us we must “change our religion” to suit her views, the question immediately comes to mind; “or what happens if we don’t?”

We’re not at the “or else” level yet, but we sure could get there. Ask the Little Sisters of the Poor what it costs to refuse to change their religion.

 

[otjm]

Cardinal Burke’s comments seem to echo those of the late Cardinal George.