Liberal theologian and
Pope-appointed synod speaker Cardinal Walter Kasper told a
Catholic radio program Thursday that he was surprised by a new
book written by five cardinals on divorce and remarriage in the
church.
"I was very surprised by its title, 'Remaining in the Truth
of Christ', because that's what we all want. This is a task for
all theologians and not just some cardinals. It depends on what
is the Catholic truth which is not a closed system but is open
to possible developments, even according to the Second Vatican
II", the theologian said.
Kasper, president emeritus of the Pontifical Council for
Promoting Christian Unity, is considered a liberal theologian
and is known for addressing the issue of more leniency in
offering Communion for divorced Catholics.
According to some, 'Remaining in the Truth' is an overt
response to Kasper's position.
Kasper will be addressing a consistory of cardinals on the
subject of family at the upcoming October Synod of Bishops in
Rome.
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