quote by Longenecker on the church

Quote from Dr. Longenecker "And this is where it gets more interesting, for walking to my office from the church this morning I was also convinced that if this world is to be saved, then the Catholic faith is the only chance we have. Someone once said, “The most practical thing you can do is pray.” The same applies to the Catholic faith. Saying Mass may seem silly when there are hungry children to feed. Building a big beautiful church may seem vain when there are hospitals and clinics and schools to build.  But all of these practical people are utilitarians, and I have no more use for utilitarians than unitarians. Both make my blood run cold with their pragmatism, their efficiency and their eye on the bottom line. These are the ones who would save the world, but lose their soul."  read the rest here: http://www.patheos.com/blogs/standingonmyhead/2012/05/i-wannabe-a-superhero.html