The question raised in the letter “Why shouldn’t kids be in church” is possibly very pertinent. There is no doubt that children should be introduced to church participation at an early age and be taught the Catholic religion. I, however, have reservations as to the implementation thereof.
Crying Children in Mass: Common Sense is Relative Read Post »
During Mass we turn to each other with the greeting, “Peace be with you.” Outside, we don’t even know who they are, just faces. Then it dawned on me to do something…
League of the Sacred Heart: Catholics Taking ‘Peace Be With You’ Seriously Read Post »
While I accept that a number of people, including some popes, believe there is nothing wrong with doing organ transplants, I feel the teachings of the Catholic Church and the Bible say the opposite.
Organ Transplants: Avoid Harm to Temple of the Soul Read Post »
More than a year ago, my daughter’s divorced husband suddenly began action for custody of their 23-year-old mentally challenged daughter, after 20 years of apparently friendly separation. A legal battle ensued and we began praying to Our Lady for a just settlement.
Power of Prayer Saves a Family Read Post »
Catholics, and other religions, accept the Ten Commandments as the basic rules of life. When these commandments were handed down, they were simple and easily understood, and related to the time. In 2018, and the very different world of today, the Church should revisit the “old” Commandments
Have We Forgotten the Ten Commandments? Read Post »
We are near Easter and my ordeal started around the same time about eight years ago, and I feel an overwhelming urge to share my story.
Trust in God for Miracles Read Post »
I was interested to read the article “Lord’s Prayer: Germans to stay, Italians to change” (February 7), in regard to translations in the respective countries’ bishops’ conferences of the line “and lead us not into temptation”.
And How Did God Punish Adam? Read Post »
Let’s remember all young people who are about to give up in life. Their pain becomes my pain, just as their hopes become my hope.
Advice for the Young in Anguish Read Post »
JH Goossens, Pretoria – In his guest column “Safe answers not always the best”, Mgr Vincent Hill explains the Petrine
Pauline and Petrine Privilege: Now a New Privilege? Read Post »
