Question: I’ve heard that love is a theological virtue. What does that mean? Answer: Charles Shultz, the creator of the Peanuts comics wrote, “I love mankind… it’s people I can’t stand!” This good humored comment … Read More
Who is Mary Magdalene?
Question: July 22 is the feast of Mary Magdalene. I’ve heard a lot of stories about her, but who was she really? Answer: Mary Magdalene has been the subject of speculation and scholarship over the … Read More
What does “faith is a theological virtue” that mean?
Question: I’ve heard that faith is a theological virtue. What does that mean? Answer: To say a virtue is theological means that it comes as a gift from God. St. Thomas Aquinas, a Dominican monk … Read More
What is Lectio Divina, and how is it associated with the Benedictine Monastic tradition?
Question: What is Lectio Divina, and how is it associated with the Benedictine Monastic tradition, whose founder, St. Benedict, we honor on July 11? Answer: Benedict desired his monks to live in community, praying the … Read More
Why do Catholic weddings need to take place in a church?
Question: This time of year, I attend a lot of weddings. Why do Catholic weddings need to take place in a church? Answer: Technically, there is a clause in Church law that could allow for … Read More
How do you explain “Real Presence” to children?
Question: How do you explain “Real Presence” to children. Answer: The first Communion class is filled with excitement to the point of bursting! They are just awestruck by every new thing they learn about … Read More
Should I try to understand more about the Trinity or just accept on faith that God is three persons?
Question: I accept on faith that God is a Trinity of Persons, and I know it’s something we can’t fully understand. Should I just accept that, or should I try to learn more? Answer: There’s … Read More
Why do we celebrate Pentecost when we do?
Question: Why do we celebrate Pentecost when we do? Answer: The book of Acts unpacks the events immediately following Jesus’ ascension into heaven. The Apostles and other disciples were told to pray in Jerusalem and … Read More
Couldn’t Jesus have done more good if he stayed on earth, rather than ascended into heaven?
Question: Couldn’t Jesus have done more good if he stayed on earth, rather than ascended into heaven? Answer: This is an interesting question! During his earthly life, Jesus gave sight to the blind, healed paralytics, … Read More
Why is the Easter season so long?
Question: Why is the Easter season so long? And should we be doing something special for it? Answer: You’ve probably noticed the priest continuing to where white vestments at the Sunday liturgy. While we celebrated … Read More