Choosing Organ Donation Question: Are Catholics allowed to donate their organs? Answer: Yes, Catholics are allowed to donate their organs. In fact, the Catechism of the Catholic Church praises this practice when it notes that, … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Sep 6
The Blessing of the Community I have been blessed to be a member of my parish community for 28 years. For much of that time I was serving as a member of the parish staff, … Read More
Inspiration – Sep 6
It is not easy to confront someone who has wronged or hurt us. But it is absolutely necessary to do so in order for reconciliation to occur. We are taught to mind our own business … Read More
How many times a day can a person receive communion?
Instruction on Receiving Communion Question: How many times a day can a person receive communion? Answer: To find an answer to this question, we need to turn to the Church’s Code of Canon Law. Here … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Aug 30
The Vision of Stewardship I love the original movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. All the way through while I watch the film I still laugh and feel like a child. It is only … Read More
Inspiration – Aug 30
Secular problems require savvy secular solutions. We are trained to solve problems, be successful and productive, and find our way through all that life presents to us. Corporations value those who can decipher the best … Read More
Why are only men allowed to be priests or deacons in the Church?
Priestly Ordination of Men Question: Why are only men allowed to be priests or deacons in the Church? Answer: One of the most debated and — in some circles — contentious teachings of the Church … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Aug 23
The Choice of Stewardship What does it mean to be a good steward? Does it mean to be an active parishioner, or something more? Are we better stewards because we give more in terms of … Read More
Inspiration – Aug 23
To stand in the presence of God is to stand in the presence of incomprehensible mystery. We are people of proofs and facts. With good reason, we are becoming more doubtful of what presents itself … Read More
Why are Catholics required to give money to the Church?
The Giving of Treasure Question: Why are Catholics required to give money to the Church? Answer: Offering money and other goods to God and the Church is, before all else, a statement of gratitude. We see this … Read More