Ethical Matters
Our Church has lost the confidence of the wider community.
Scandals, infighting, power struggles all provide food for censure.
Of course, this is nothing new.
Human beings of whatever caste will ethically disintegrate when society does.
One of the earliest New Testament texts, Paul’s letter to the Corinthians addresses exactly this issue.
He says that they, the Christians in Corinth,
need to be seen to be truthful and honest and loving because if they are not,
they, and what they stand for, will have no credibility.
For we intend to do what is right
not only in the Lord’s sight but also in the sight of others.
2 Corinthians 8: 21
St Paul would be proud of the members in the diocese of Northern Argentina, in Zone B.
From mainly indigenous communities, despite poverty and some conflict,
they are very faithful and resourceful.
There is also growth in urban areas, for which we give thanks to God.