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What are we praying for when we pray the ‘Our Father?’

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October 11, 2020

What are we praying for when we pray the ‘Our Father?’

Jesus urges us to address God “When you pray, pray like this.” The Our Father is an old familiar friend to us. It may have been the first full…

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October 9, 2020

What makes a sin “grave”?

Most people know the difference between a mortal and a venial sin. But what constitutes a sin of “grave matter”? Mortal sin refers to a grave sin…

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October 8, 2020

What is a monstrance?

Connected to Eucharistic adoration, the liturgical vessel is traced back to the Middle Ages. Expressions of faith in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist have developed…

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Stressed out over confession? Maybe you’re over-complicating it

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October 6, 2020

Stressed out over confession? Maybe you’re over-complicating it

Don’t make the sacrament of confession more difficult than it has to be. Confessing sins to a priest can sometimes feel overwhelming. Especially if you haven’t been to confession…

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Why do Catholics use crucifixes that show Jesus on the cross?

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October 6, 2020

Why do Catholics use crucifixes that show Jesus on the cross?

The use of crucifixes by Catholics follows an ancient tradition that honors the supreme sacrifice of Jesus. While the empty cross is a common Christian symbol shared by…

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October 6, 2020

What is a prayer of supplication?

Offering prayers of supplication is primarily a recognition that we need God for everything. The verb “to supplicate” comes from a Latin word that means “to implore” and…

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What is Jesus doing in the tabernacle? The Bible’s answer

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October 5, 2020

What is Jesus doing in the tabernacle? The Bible’s answer

There’s actually a figure from the Old Testament who gives us a clue … Somewhere, in one of his numerous books, the Catholic philosopher Peter Kreeft asks this…

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What is reparation? And why is it my best response to evil?

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October 3, 2020

What is reparation? And why is it my best response to evil?

The word traces back to the Latin for “make ready again” … it’s the way we get ourselves and our world ready for healing. When faced with terrible…

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What is “atonement?” Who does it? And what does it mean for me?

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October 3, 2020

What is “atonement?” Who does it? And what does it mean for me?

Interestingly, the term for this concept is one of the few contributions to theology and spirituality made by the English language. To an English speaker, our Catholic faith is…

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September 30, 2020

How often should we go to confession?

Do you have to confess before receiving communion? Every week? Or only after having committed a mortal or venial sin? No text in the Church mandates going to confession…

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September 29, 2020

Wish you knew more about angels?

On this feast of Michael, Rafael, and Gabriel, why not download this free ebook? Did you know that angels can:— communicate truths without needing to transmit them verbally or expressly —…

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What is the difference between an angel and an archangel?

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September 28, 2020

What is the difference between an angel and an archangel?

The word “angel” is a more broad term, while “archangel” refers to a specific rank of angels who are entrusted with special tasks. Angels are fascinating spiritual creatures that…

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September 27, 2020

Did God suffer?

A little catechism lesson has some real-life implications in how we relate to God. The Incarnation, God becoming man, is one of the deepest mysteries of our faith. The…

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September 17, 2020

Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation?

Paul's use of hyperbole does not change the fact that baptism is an essential aspect of the gospel and thus necessary for salvation The Catholic Church teaches that baptism…

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Does daily communion take something away from its specialness?

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September 14, 2020

Does daily communion take something away from its specialness?

We should keep on receiving communion as often as possible if we have this one good habit. Would it be a good thing to receive communion more often? This…

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September 12, 2020

What was the Virgin Mary’s real name?

The English word “Mary” is a translation of the Hebrew “Myriam,” which would have been her real name. In the English-speaking world, it is easy to forget that all…

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