text: I accept & like to dialog with all people.  And I realize there are people here for which the English language isn't their native tongue.  No argument from me at all. 
  
  And I accept that they have opinions that they often want to force, despite volumes of counter evidence.  Again, no argument.  These people should be patiently listened to & quietly corrected.  Certainly.
  
  Again and again, I've pointed to the "ordinary" lay Catholic - not to take anything away from clerical or religious vocations - but rejoicing in the letter and spirit of Vatican II which reminded ALL CATHOLICS that they are called to be saints too, canonizable saints, and more!
  
  Always more. God loves a cheerful giver. 
  
  All Christians - yes,  the lay - are also called to a rich and tireless apostolate, drawing all people to Christ as He commanded us.  Universal apostolate, until the day we die.
  
  Our death should itself bring others closer to Christ.   We all share in the common (but not the ministerial) priesthood