Plenary indulgences: What they are and how to get them in the Jubilee Year
The Holy Year 2025 will run until January 6, 2026 — plenty of time to obtain Jubilee plenary indulgences. Here...
Question & Answer
Is Salvation Possible for Non-Believers?
Question: Jesus says: “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draw him” (John 6:44). Is...
Why Do We Give Alms during Lent?
By Paul Senz, CNS – Lent is a time of sacrifice. We strive to unite ourselves with the suffering of...
What does a Papal Nuncio do?
An apostolic nuncio acts as the official liaison between the Vatican and the local Church hierarchy, government officials, and other...
Blessings at Communion?
Question: When ministers of the Eucharist bless children during Communion, should they do so while holding the host? It seems...
Why is St Paul called an Apostle?
Question: Why is St Paul called an “Apostle” when he wasn’t one of the Twelve whom Jesus chose? Answer: The...
How Were Saints Made in the Past?
Question: I understand that until the 12th century, there was no canonisation process by which the Catholic Church would declare...
May We Scatter the Ashes Of Loved Ones?
Question: Does the Catholic Church permit the scattering of ashes of a person after cremation? Answer: The Catholic Church has...
What Are Stole Fees? Why is There Such A Fuss About Them?
The question of fees charged for services by priests is often discussed around the world, so Christen Torres interviewed Bishop...
