I actually chuckled when I read this gem (something I've known for a long time):

Discussion on Eucharist and ministry led to a new document in 1978 on "The Lord's Supper." Catholics and Lutherans agreed: Celebration of the Eucharist doesn't "repeat" the sacrifice of the cross or add to its salvific value

Can't help but wonder how many of the trads understand this....


I think the comments on Canon Law are not only spot on as they relate to Catholic/Lutheran relations, I think the problems with Canon Law continue to wreak havoc in the RCC itself.   Why is it so difficult to hold a bishop accountable for the abuse scandal?  Why is it so hard to change Canon Law?  I think the point is that it's time to take a very hard look at things in the RCC that keep it tied up in knots.  Rapproachment with the Lutherans could well give the RCC just that chance, if those in power want the chance.