Canonising Catholics
When Nelson Mandela died, the media proclaimed the diplomatic skills and heart of this great man. The impression given to...
Michael Shackleton
Communion after remarriage
Pope Francis has suggested that he wants the Church to be more merciful towards Catholics who divorce and remarry. He...
Is there hope for divorced Catholics
As a divorced and happily remarried Catholic, I know I may not receive Communion. I have discussed this with a...
Sacrament rare for non-Catholics
Is it correct that baptised non-Catholic Christians may receive the sacrament of penance under certain conditions? If so, should the...
Must we abstain from meat on Fridays?
As far as I remember, Friday abstinence, apart from Fridays in Lent (and Ash Wednesday), was suspended a few years...
What does ‘Saved as a Community’ mean?
We are Saved by Faith in Jesus. At baptism and confirmation, we are called by our personal name. Each of...
Whatever happened to Lazarus’ Bethany?
Why is it that Bethany is never regarded as a holy place, the way Bethlehem and many others are? We...
Are Exorcisms still Relevant Today?
Several articles in The Southern Cross over the last months have discussed demonic possessions and exorcisms. Does demonic possession really exist and...
The Trinity is a United Community of Three
The Trinity – God in three persons, each distinct from one another – each with distinct roles in our salvation....
