Posted on 03/31/2008 11:26:20 AM PDT by NYer
This is not the issue. Of the 12 Holy Apostles, five left scripture, not counting the apostle by adoption St. Paul, who left enough for the remaining 7. Naturally, just like the Holy Apostles, all converts to the Catholic Church, regardless of education and eloquence, are highly distinguished in God's eyes for coming to Christ. But, just like the Holy Apostles, we are blessed by so many converts who are not only put themselves on the path to holiness, but also can articulate for the benefit of others why everyone should do so.
Be "ready always to satisfy every one that asketh you a reason of that hope which is in you".
Present something on your side and let us see who comes from knowledge and who is bluffing
This is not a distinguishing characteristic. Whoever converts to whatever Christian community of faith would consider himself a lost sheep coming to Christ. I would still be interested in a comparison between the two directions of conversions, based on whatever objective criterion you offer. What I saw among conversions away from the Chruch is simply inarticulate and describes the Catholic Church inaccurately.
most of them are either authors or freelance writers, they often work for the church or a ministry and they are usually available for speaking engagements. In other words - they are in the business.
All the more reason to demand a certain level of sophistication from the conversion story author.
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