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Living Out Charity
"This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." - John 13:35
"This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." - John 13:35
Do Catholics Worship Images?
Learn about the Catholic use of images, and the difference between worship and veneration.
Learn about the Catholic use of images, and the difference between worship and veneration.
Is the Intercession of Saints Biblical?
Learn what the Bible and the Church say on the intercessory prayer of the Saints.
Learn what the Bible and the Church say on the intercessory prayer of the Saints.
Holy Water
Holy water: symbol of life and death. Learn what the Church teaches about this popular sacramental.
Holy water: symbol of life and death. Learn what the Church teaches about this popular sacramental.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church
The Catechism of the Catholic Church is the best source to learn what the Church really teaches. There you will find the proper interpretation of Biblical passages, moral guidance, and historical references. The CCC is a must read! Watch an overview.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church is the best source to learn what the Church really teaches. There you will find the proper interpretation of Biblical passages, moral guidance, and historical references. The CCC is a must read! Watch an overview.
Saved by Faith Alone?
Are we saved by faith alone, or are good works necessary for salvation? See what the Bible actually teaches on salvation and the Catholic Church’s official teaching.
Are we saved by faith alone, or are good works necessary for salvation? See what the Bible actually teaches on salvation and the Catholic Church’s official teaching.
What Role Did Saint Jerome Play in the Making of the Bible?
"Ignorance of scripture is ignorance of Christ" - St. Jerome.
"Ignorance of scripture is ignorance of Christ" - St. Jerome.
Gospel Reflection by a Layperson?
No "reflection" of any kind may be given by a layperson during Mass except for those brief, prepared commentaries that may introduce some parts of the celebration according to liturgical norms.
No "reflection" of any kind may be given by a layperson during Mass except for those brief, prepared commentaries that may introduce some parts of the celebration according to liturgical norms.
Eucharistic Prayer for the Celebrant(s) Alone?
Why has the Eucharistic Prayer always been reserved to the celebrant/concelebrants? It is worded in first person plural, and so it might seem appropriate for everyone to join in, as in the Credo?
Why has the Eucharistic Prayer always been reserved to the celebrant/concelebrants? It is worded in first person plural, and so it might seem appropriate for everyone to join in, as in the Credo?
Liturgy Document: What the New Rules Mean?
“Eucharistic ministers” are a thing of the past. They are now to be called “extraordinary ministers of holy Communion.” And decanters or pitchers on the altar for the Precious Blood, glass chalices and earthenware ciboria are no longer permitted.
“Eucharistic ministers” are a thing of the past. They are now to be called “extraordinary ministers of holy Communion.” And decanters or pitchers on the altar for the Precious Blood, glass chalices and earthenware ciboria are no longer permitted.
What is the procedure for the solemn exposition of the Blessed Sacrament?
It may be possible to have perpetual adoration if there is a separate chapel specially dedicated for this purpose.
It may be possible to have perpetual adoration if there is a separate chapel specially dedicated for this purpose.
Dancing during Mass?
Although not specifically mentioned in the instruction Redemptionis Sacramentum, dance can be included in the overall prohibition on introducing elements not contemplated by the liturgical books.
Although not specifically mentioned in the instruction Redemptionis Sacramentum, dance can be included in the overall prohibition on introducing elements not contemplated by the liturgical books.
What Are the Reasons for the Baptism of the Lord and the Sacrament of Confirmation?
Every single one of us is called and anointed. And that’s why confirmation is one of the essential sacraments of initiation.
Every single one of us is called and anointed. And that’s why confirmation is one of the essential sacraments of initiation.
Eucharist for Non-Catholics?
The Church recognizes that "in certain circumstances, by way of exception, and under certain conditions, access to these sacraments may be permitted, or even commended, for Christians of other Churches and ecclesiastical Communities."
The Church recognizes that "in certain circumstances, by way of exception, and under certain conditions, access to these sacraments may be permitted, or even commended, for Christians of other Churches and ecclesiastical Communities."
How to Know What the Bible Says When the Experts Fight Like Cats & Dogs?
There are lots of reasons why Catholics don´t read the Bible. But this would change if people could really hear God´s word in Scripture. And we can, if we do three simple things.
There are lots of reasons why Catholics don´t read the Bible. But this would change if people could really hear God´s word in Scripture. And we can, if we do three simple things.
Sacramental Church
The Protestant Church is all about the Bible; the Catholic Church is all about the Sacraments. Right?
The Protestant Church is all about the Bible; the Catholic Church is all about the Sacraments. Right?
Are Catholics Un-Biblical?
Finding Scriptural evidence for Catholic Teaching. First step: Be aware that the Bible is a Catholic published collection of Holy Books.
Finding Scriptural evidence for Catholic Teaching. First step: Be aware that the Bible is a Catholic published collection of Holy Books.
What Ever Happened to Meatless Fridays?
Are meatless Fridays a thing of the past - a cultural artifact gathering dust in the Museum of Catholic Nostalgia, along with Communion rails and Monday-night novenas? Canon law´s answer may surprise you.
Are meatless Fridays a thing of the past - a cultural artifact gathering dust in the Museum of Catholic Nostalgia, along with Communion rails and Monday-night novenas? Canon law´s answer may surprise you.
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