The Eucharist: a ‘hard saying’ that couldn’t be any clearer
In my previous column, we looked at indisputable evidence from Scripture and the early Church for the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. In particular, we examined John 6, … Continued
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In my previous column, we looked at indisputable evidence from Scripture and the early Church for the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. In particular, we examined John 6, … Continued
As we approach Holy Week, the question naturally arises: does it matter that Christians agree on all the various teachings Jesus left us? Isn’t it sufficient that we all “love” … Continued
Jesus founded a Church two millennia ago, and that Church is still in existence. If you’re a Christian and not part of it, you would need some pretty strong justification … Continued
Some contend that the Church originally founded by Jesus on earth – the Catholic Church – became paganized and then completely apostatized, falling away from the truths Jesus left it, … Continued
Some non-Catholics contend that Catholics involve themselves in the sort of “vain repetition” in prayer that Jesus warns about, for example, in Matthew 6:7: “In praying do not heap up … Continued
In my last article, I looked at Mormonism’s founder, Joseph Smith, detailing his marginal background and inconsistencies within his Book of Mormon and other allegedly divinely inspired writings. But it … Continued
Many Catholics have encountered the well-dressed young missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS or Mormon Church) and maybe even are casually familiar with its reputation … Continued
Divorce and annulment is always a touchy subject, particularly because of the complexities of marital situations people find themselves in. This article isn’t meant to address particular situations – that’s … Continued
My last column detailing the theological and historical background to the practices of Communion on the tongue and hand has generated some good discussion, so I thought I would respond … Continued
The question of Communion on the tongue or in the hand elicits a lot of discussion. The General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM), the official instruction of the Catholic … Continued