Why has Pope Francis suddenly made a change in the Catechism (2267), with regard to the just sentencing to death […]
Death Penalty Is Now Forbidden By The Church? Read Post »
Guest Editorial By Michael Shackleton – Corruption is the catchword of the day. It is not a new word. It
God Cannot Be Cheated Read Post »
Our children became our debtors when my wife and I with God’s help gave them life. Aren’t they obliged to
Paying a Debt Forward? Read Post »
Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’ is like a whisper against thunder. All around us, his call to respect the biodiversity
The celebration of the feast of the Nativity of Our Blessed Lady occurs every year on September 8. Oddly, despite
Celebrating Our Lady’s Birthday Read Post »
According to Romans 8:28-30 God knew beforehand who would be his chosen ones predestined for salvation. He chose them and
Does God Select Only a Few? Read Post »
Church and State in a democratic society share the same members but each has its own independent agenda and purpose. The State has a role to play on the natural level to pursue the temporal common good of its citizens and to defend their well-being. The Church’s mission, as a self-governing body, is the pursuit of the supernatural well-being of its members and ultimately life everlasting in Christ.
Church, State and Moral Values Read Post »
By Michael Shackleton – Senior readers will remember the opening words of the old Latin Mass: “Introibo ad altare Dei,
Youth and Truth: A Faith-Filled Identity Read Post »
According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the sacraments are perceptible signs (words and actions) accessible to our human nature. By the action of Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit, they make present efficaciously the grace that they signify (1084).
How Understandings of the Sacraments Differ Read Post »
