Episode 2533: The Peril of Pluralism and the Synod’s Deception

The Peril of Pluralism and the Synod’s Deception
Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before You today in humility, seeking Your guidance and wisdom. As we discuss the troubling trends within the Church and the words of our Holy Father, we ask that You grant us clarity and courage to uphold the truth of Your Gospel. May our words and reflections bring glory to Your name and lead others closer to You. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Welcome back to the podcast, where we explore the complexities of faith through a Traditional Catholic lens. Today, we dive into some alarming statements made by Pope Francis regarding the nature of Christ's sacrifice and the existence of multiple paths to God. Recently, he has reiterated his position that God actively wills a diversity of religions. This position is especially clear given his reference to John Paul II's Assisi prayer meeting, which many recognize as a precursor to modern pluralism within the Church.

Some may express confusion about what Pope Francis means; let me assure you, there is no confusion. This is a direct continuation of his previous statements. He has tripled down, insisting that a "divinely inspired" approach reflects the active will of God, which directly contradicts the most central claim Jesus made during His earthly ministry: that He is the Son of God, the second person of the Holy Trinity.
The Problem with Pluralism
How can the Father actively will religions that deny His Son and the sacrifice He made on the cross for the salvation of souls? How can He actively will beliefs that do not acknowledge the Holy Spirit? The implications are staggering.
This perspective leads us to a critical question: How can the Father actively will beliefs that reject the salvific sacrifice made at Calvary? How can He actively will ideas that deny the Trinitarian nature of God? The truth is, God does not actively will error.
These ideas were condemned by pre-conciliar (V2) Popes, a fact that has been discussed extensively in recent weeks. One landmark document is Pope St. Pius X’s encyclical, Pascendi, which outlines the dangers of modernist thought within the Church. This encyclical has been made more accessible recently, broken down into digestible segments for those seeking clarity on these issues.
Pope St. Pius X and Modernism
Pope St. Pius X warned against the errors that were already infiltrating the Church during the early 20th century. He understood the threats posed by modernist theologians better than they understood themselves. The ideas expressed in Pope Francis's recent address echo the very teachings that Pius X condemned.
To illustrate, Pius X wrote, "Do we inquire concerning inspiration? Inspiration, they reply, is distinguished only by its vehemence from that impulse which stimulates a believer to reveal the faith that is in him by words or writing." In other words, modernists often conflate human inspiration with divine inspiration, leading to a dangerous relativism regarding sacred texts.
Pope Pius XI, in Mortalium Animos, further clarified that attempts to equate all religions as valid leads to naturalism and atheism. He wrote, “Not only are those who hold this opinion in error and deceived, but also in distorting the idea of true religion, they reject it, and little by little turn aside to naturalism and atheism.” This is the very essence of apostasy.
The Case of Sister Marina Fritz
Let’s turn our attention back to Sister Marina Fritz, the 98-year-old nun promoting modernist theology. Her assertion that Jesus is not the only way to the Father highlights a profound misunderstanding of faith. To deny the divinity of Christ is a clear act of apostasy.
Pope Francis's claims about a "divinely inspired" plurality of religions not only contradict Catholic doctrine but actively promote heresy. He effectively asserts that God wills error, which is a denial of the Church's teachings about the nature of Christ and His mission on Earth.
As one listener pointed out, while interfaith dialogue is important, it does not equate to all religions being legitimate or true. In a pluralistic society, we must coexist with others, but this coexistence should not come at the expense of truth. Historically, the Church has recognized the need for tolerance within the bounds of faith but has also held firm to the truth of the Gospel.

Conclusion
As we navigate these troubling waters, let us remember that our faith is built upon the rock of Christ, who is the same yesterday, today, and forever. We must remain vigilant against errors that seek to creep into our Church, eroding the truths that have been passed down through the ages.
We urge our listeners to pray for Sister Marina Fritz and all those who have strayed from the truth, that they may recognize the dangers of their beliefs before it is too late. The only way we can navigate the storm the Church is facing is by acknowledging what we see right before our eyes.
Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of faith and the clarity of Your truth. We ask for Your mercy upon those who have strayed from Your teachings, that they may find their way back to You. Strengthen us to stand firm in our beliefs and to share Your Gospel with love and conviction. May we always seek to bring others into the light of Your truth. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen