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This Insights eNewsletter was sent to subscribers on February 26, 2016.

eNewsletter Subject: Relativism undercuts wisdom

As I point out in today's On the Culture, Contrary to popular belief: Relativism cannot enlighten; it can only darken the mind.

And we really do need our wits about us to assess and respond properly to the world's challenges. A good case in point is the desire to have a positive ecumenical relationship with the Russian Orthodox. Consider:

• Phil Lawler: Reasons for skepticism about the Pope's meeting with Patriarch Kirill
• Jeff Mirus: Did “powerful forces” try to stop the meeting between Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill?

Phil also touches on at least three other issues where modern relativism is either helpless or hostile to both God and man: Quick Hits: Pope was tough on Mexico, Archbishop Sample's focus on liturgy, argument against religious tolerance....

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