But there are limits to the possibility of reformulation and redefinition if one claims to still be speaking in the Christian tradition. History shows that all human thinking and talking is historically conditioned. Psychology shows that religious attitudes and beliefs originated at least in part, to satisfy certain needs and shows that we are less rational than we like to believe. Outline I. Faith Christian faith is a gift of God by which we freely accept God's self-communication in Christ. Catholic faith is Christian faith as proclaimed, received, nurtured, and lived within the context of the Catholic community of faith.
Faith is necessary for salvation.
Faith and its relationship to reason. Official teaching 2. Faith and morals Ex cathedra With clear intention of binding the whole Church 3. No agreed upon list of dogmas 6. E. Discipleship 1.