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Peter Chrysologus
Peter Chrysologus

Peter Chrysologus, born in 406 and died on July 31, 450, was a renowned saint in the Roman Catholic Church. He was an Italian theologian and church father, known for his rigorous theological research and rich preaching. He was also known as 'Golden Mouth' for his profound teachings and sermons. more

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“I do not doubt that all those who have received Baptism anywhere and from whomever do have Baptism, as long as it was consecrated with the words of the Gospel and they received it without pretence on their part and with some degree of faith. However, it would not avail them for their spiritual salvation if they were lacking in that charity by which they might be implanted in the Catholic Church.”

“What is more insane than to be partakers of the Sacraments of the Lord and not partakers of the words of the Lord? These men truly have to say: "In Thy Name we have eaten and drunk," and they will have to hear: "I do not know you!" (Luke 13:26-27). They eat and drink His Body and Blood in the Sacrament and do not recognize in the Gospel His members spread over the whole world, and for this reason they are not numbered among them at the Judgment.”