The Triumph of Truth In the Conversion of of the Rev J a Mason from the Errors of Methodism to the Catholic Faith
The author addresses himself to all sensible and candid people of all denominations. Let us consider this discussion:The day appointed for our first meeting was on Whit Tuesday, 1818, and on that day my Rev. Friend and I first knew each other. We entered upon the subject which had brought us together by stating and accepting certain preliminaries.1. That, amidst the numerous sects of the present day. It was a point of the utmost importance to both of us, as Teachers of opposite religions, to ascertain-What is the true Christian faith, and how is it to be distinguished and known.2. That in pursuing this inquiry Loth should be candid, and place ourselves in a state of religious independence on the opinions of men, prejudices of education, or even on our own preconceived opinions.3. That moderation, calmness, and respect for the character of each other should rule the discussion.4. That on whatever side truth was found to that we would adhere.My Rev. Friend took his stand on the very subject which had occupied my serious thoughts five years before, viz. The Unity and Unchangeableness of Truth, and proceeded to discuss the Rule of Faith.