Who is a Christian?
By Anthony Esolen The Department of Defense recently made waves over a decision to remove Mormons from the category of "Christian," to distinguish more clearly among the chaplains and the servicemen as to who might best minister to them in matters of faith and morals. The label seems to be intended as a generic marker, as the department went on to separate Catholics, Lutherans, and Pentecostals from the category also, granting each a distinct status. The decision caused a ruckus, and a lot of hurt feelings among Mormons who insist that they are Christian, and that they do look upon Jesus…
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