Suggestions? Comments? Requests?

Posted At : December 22, 2006 7:14 PM | Posted By : William G. Witt
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Several people have used my notice about fixing the comments problem to make general comments. Always one to oblige, I've decided to turn this to an open thread. So feel free to send compliments, throw brickbats, make requests, ask questions, whatever.

Bill

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Kevin Kallsen's Gravatar
This is the most impressive blog design I have seen.
# Posted By Kevin Kallsen | 12/22/06 8:23 PM
William G. Witt's Gravatar
Well, yes. But you're prejudiced.
# Posted By William G. Witt | 12/22/06 9:05 PM
Scott+'s Gravatar
I wanted to comment on your paper.

I found this a few weeks ago. Albeit I do not agree with some of what is on the site. I did find this interesting.

Multiculturalism, Science and the Eucharist, Rev. Dr. Patrick J. Dolan, PhD http://www.therealpresence.org/eucharst/realpres/m...

To be in violation of Trents canons, one had to both maintain that the substance of bread and wine remained and (negaveritque)[52]deny that marvelous and singular conversion of the whole substance of bread into[53] the body of Christ& etc.[54] Had Trent wanted to demand that one adhere to the Tomist or analogical position, that the bread and wine were destroyed in the transformation, they would have used other wording to make that intention precise.
# Posted By Scott+ | 12/23/06 9:27 AM
William G. Witt's Gravatar
Just read the eucharistic article. Interesting, once one reads through all the stuff about sacrifice and mystics seing Christ present in the eucharist through "spiritual eyes," it seems the author is defending something like the Lutheran understanding of consubstantiation or the position of Anglo-Catholics like E. L. Mascall that bread and wine as well as the body and blood of Christ are present in their full reality. At the same time, it seems to me that the historic Tridentine position is that the bread and wine are substantially changed into the body and blood of Christ. What was once the substance of bread and wine is now the substance of the body and blood of Christ. Since no single object can have two substances, the substance of bread and wine no longer exist. This is the position defended in the standard texts.

Regardless, I notice that the author does not at all address the historic differences in approach between East and West on the role of the Holy Spirit, and he sadly misunderstands or misrepresents both Luther and Calvin.

I'm aware that some Catholics no longer feel it necessary to deny the continuing existence of bread and wine. After all, I'm bouncing of an article by Kilmartin, a Jesuit. But the author of this does not come close to addressing what I think is the theological impasse. I don't believe that he mentions the role of the Holy Spirit or the epiclesis at all.
# Posted By William G. Witt | 12/23/06 9:58 AM
Get on with it!'s Gravatar
Happy Christmas, Dr. Witt! An impressive web design!

As I could not find another avenue to ask a slightly personal question, I thought this thread would suit my purposes.

In looking at the upper-left corner of your web pages, am I right in assuming you're a Python fan? You'll either understand what I mean or you won't, but here's hoping you do!

So, are you? Enquiring minds want to know...
# Posted By Get on with it! | 12/26/06 5:12 PM
William G. Witt's Gravatar
"In looking at the upper-left corner of your web pages, am I right in assuming you're a Python fan?"

Happy Christmas as well. And, yes, I suppose the inspiration for that angel is rather obvious, isn't it? Fortunately Durer can't sue!
# Posted By William G. Witt | 12/26/06 5:58 PM
Anthony Burton's Gravatar
This is a most interesting and thoughtful blog. I am grateful that you take the time to maintain it. It is generous of you.

Wishing you and yours a blessed New Year,

Anthony Burton
# Posted By Anthony Burton | 12/30/06 2:50 PM
David T. Koyzis's Gravatar
Bill, good to see you're in the blogosphere at last. I've added you to the sidebar of my own blog. We'll have to talk soon. God's blessings to you in the new year.
# Posted By David T. Koyzis | 12/31/06 8:36 AM
Groton visitor's Gravatar
are you going to make comments on your blog like other blogs? I'd like to read what you have to say about current events but that may not be what you intend to do - ?
# Posted By Groton visitor | 1/12/07 3:23 PM
William G. Witt's Gravatar
Some of the commenters I respond to by private email. What I need to do is to get more things posted. Unfortunately, unexpected interruptions in the last couple of weeks have prevented me working on my blog. I'll try to get more out soon.
# Posted By William G. Witt | 1/12/07 5:55 PM
Chris Andrews's Gravatar
Bill,
With Roger Olson's glowing comments and numerous references to your dissertation in his book on Arminian Theology, I'd love to access the original. What is the easiest way to get a copy, either electronic or bound? (Please copy your response to my email)

I am a programmer/analyst working (slowly) toward an M.Div. from Asbury with the goal of a Ph.D. in Theology from Duke. I would be interested in hearing the "voice of experience" on applying to a doctoral program, writing a dissertation, and finding a teaching position.
# Posted By Chris Andrews | 7/27/07 9:39 AM
Nelson Banuchi's Gravatar
I read in RE Olson's book, "Arminian Theology: Myths And Realities", a footnote that stated you (if you are the same Witt he mentioned) had written a dissertation on "Creation, Redemption & Grace in the Theology of Jacob Arminius." I would very much be interested in reading it if this is in some way possible for you to Email or regular mail it to me. Please advise.
# Posted By Nelson Banuchi | 2/13/08 2:05 PM
Mark Royster's Gravatar
Bill,

I've read your work on Aquinas and have a couple of questions. What is the best way to ask? I'm rather new at the blog thing.

Mark
# Posted By Mark Royster | 4/29/08 8:01 AM
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