Is Veneration of a Relic an Act of Idolatry?
I was shocked that pilgrims at the beatification ceremony of Pope John Paul II venerated the casket and a relic...
September 2021
International Eucharistic Congress: Eucharist is source of joy and God’s presence
The ultimate purpose of the Eucharist is mission, Mary Healy, a professor of Sacred Scripture at Sacred Heart Major Seminary...
Does the Church allow Circumcision?
What is the official stance of the Church regarding circumcision? I think the government is out of line in encouraging...
German Catholic bishop proposes alternative ‘Synodal Way’ text
A German Catholic bishop on Friday proposed an alternative text for the country’s controversial “Synodal Way.” Bishop Rudolf Voderholzer of...
Pope Francis: Find time for silence with the Gospel every day
Pope Francis said that silent prayer with the Gospel is the “secret to spiritual health” at his Angelus address from...
Bishop Anthony Rebello Ordained in Francistown
By SACBC – Owing to Covid-19 restrictions just a handful of bishops attended the episcopal ordination of Bishop Anthony Pascal...
Was Christ’s Blood Shed for All or Many?
The English words of the consecration at Mass have been changed from “shed for you and for all” to “poured...
Can I receive the Eucharist twice on the same day?
I am confused about whether I can receive the Eucharist at Mass and then receive it again at a Communion...
Was William Shakespeare a Catholic?
Question: A friend claims that William Shakespeare was a Catholic? I had not heard that before. Is it true? Answer:...
