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What are the sacraments of initiation in the Catholic Church?

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August 18, 2020

What are the sacraments of initiation in the Catholic Church?

Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist are the three sacraments of initiation that lay a strong spiritual foundation for all Catholics. In order to fully participate in the life of…

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August 18, 2020

Confession: Must we tell the priest all our sins?

The Sacrament of Reconciliation concerns all sins, but do we have to tell everything to our confessor? Once during catechism class, I asked children whether they know how to…

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August 18, 2020

Yes, the Rosary is a completely biblical prayer

Katrina Fernandez takes on a common misconception many hold about the Rosary and Catholics’ devotion to Mary. Katrina,I just happened to come across one of your articles in which you…

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August 15, 2020

Did Virgin Mary Die Before Assumption?

The assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven at the end of her earthly life is not a complicated doctrine, but one question is a frequent source of debate:…

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August 14, 2020

Did St. Dominic invent the Rosary?

The history of the Rosary is a complicated one, involving 2 different Dominics, Marian apparitions and popular devotions that developed over time. It is commonly held that in 1208…

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Should I receive Communion at every Mass?

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August 14, 2020

Should I receive Communion at every Mass?

Jesus strongly urges us to share in the Eucharist. But is it terribly bad if we do not receive on a regular basis? “Very truly I tell you, unless…

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Why do Catholics call their main church services “Mass”?

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August 12, 2020

Why do Catholics call their main church services “Mass”?

It is a strange word in English, and doesn’t adequately describe what takes place. Catholics can have a weird vocabulary sometimes. When a Catholic needs to look up times…

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Is there a certain Divine Mercy image that is best?

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August 11, 2020

Is there a certain Divine Mercy image that is best?

And which image did St. Faustina approve? The Divine Mercy images sold by many Catholic stores can be confusing. There are typically three different images of Jesus based on…

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August 6, 2020

Why was Jesus transfigured?

Jesus was transfigured before his apostles to strengthen their faith and give them a foretaste of Heaven. During Jesus’ life on earth he performed many miracles that were seen…

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Do you know what your guardian angel can do for you?

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August 5, 2020

Do you know what your guardian angel can do for you?

We should remember to call on this heavenly help, which is always with us on earth. See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you along…

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August 3, 2020

What does spirituality mean?

Spirituality is a broad term that is defined as any topic that concerns the “spiritual” world around us and within us. Spirituality is a word used not only by…

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August 2, 2020

What are the five steps of the examen?

St. Ignatius of Loyola lays out five distinct steps on how to check-in on your relationship with God. In his Spiritual Exercises, St. Ignatius of Loyola recommends a daily “examen,”…

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August 1, 2020

How does a Christian meditate?

Meditation in the Christian traditions consists of focusing on a particular spiritual subject and seeking to understand it. Christianity has a long history of meditation, one that has been…

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July 30, 2020

Are angels among us in the world?

Catholics believe that angels are among us and we can notice their activity, even though we may never see them with our eyes. The belief in the presence of…

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July 30, 2020

How often did Jesus pray?

While Jesus’ whole life was a prayer, he also prayed at fixed intervals during the day and before major decisions. For the Christian, Jesus is the model of prayer.…

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Why is St. Gertrude the patron saint of cats?

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July 29, 2020

Why is St. Gertrude the patron saint of cats?

St. Gertrude of Nivelles is the unofficial saint “cat-lady” for her intercession against mice during the plague. While St. Gertrude of Nivelles is known as the patron saint of…

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What are the sacraments of initiation in the Catholic Church?

Confession: Must we tell the priest all our sins?

Yes, the Rosary is a completely biblical prayer

Did Virgin Mary Die Before Assumption?

Did St. Dominic invent the Rosary?

Should I receive Communion at every Mass?

Why do Catholics call their main church services “Mass”?

Is there a certain Divine Mercy image that is best?

Why was Jesus transfigured?

Do you know what your guardian angel can do for you?

What does spirituality mean?

What are the five steps of the examen?

How does a Christian meditate?

Are angels among us in the world?

How often did Jesus pray?

Why is St. Gertrude the patron saint of cats?

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