Historically, the Brethren have taken a strong stance for nonresistance or pacifism—it is one of the three historic peace churches, alongside the Mennonites and Quakers. Continue reading “ABC OF ERRORS: ‘The Brethren’”
ABC OF ERRORS: ‘The Brethren’
MYTHS DEBUNKED: “I don’t need the saints. I pray to God directly.”
If that’s the case, then I do not want your prayers. Let me explain. Continue reading “MYTHS DEBUNKED: “I don’t need the saints. I pray to God directly.””
Why we should dress up for Sunday Mass
Some people think they do not need to dress up for Sunday Mass, since “God loves me as I am”. Continue reading “Why we should dress up for Sunday Mass”
MYTHS DEBUNKED: “The Catholic Church will never unite mankind. Man can only be united through by tolerance, respect for each other, and peaceful coexistence.”
Tolerance leads to division
Respect for the persons of others should always prevail. But tolerance of error can never give unity in truth. Continue reading “MYTHS DEBUNKED: “The Catholic Church will never unite mankind. Man can only be united through by tolerance, respect for each other, and peaceful coexistence.””
MYTHS DEBUNKED: “I can be religious without the Church.”
You can perhaps be religious without a church, but you cannot thus be religious in the way God wants you to be religious. Continue reading “MYTHS DEBUNKED: “I can be religious without the Church.””
Why priests should wear cassocks?
“Ankle-length garment” is the literal meaning of the corresponding Latin term. Continue reading “Why priests should wear cassocks?”
MYTHS DEBUNKED: “Priests should not be called ‘Father’, since Christ said «Call no man your father on earth»”
Our Lord’s words were simply a strong way of saying, in the Hebrew style, that no Continue reading “MYTHS DEBUNKED: “Priests should not be called ‘Father’, since Christ said «Call no man your father on earth»””
MYTHS DEBUNKED: “Were the crusades not an unjust war?”
It is interesting to note that neither the Christians, nor the infidels in the 12th and 13th century ever called this an unjust war. Continue reading “MYTHS DEBUNKED: “Were the crusades not an unjust war?””
NEWS: Another problematic beatification from Rome
Pope Francis just announced the beatification of Enrique Angelelli (“Satanelli”). Continue reading “NEWS: Another problematic beatification from Rome”
What is wrong with the charismatic movement?
There are a lot of issues with the charismatic movement. One of the most concerning is the emotional aspect. Continue reading “What is wrong with the charismatic movement?”
What is not allowed in front of a tabernacle
The term ‘tabernacle’ arose as a reference to the Old Testament tabernacle which was the locus of God’s presence among the Jewish people. Continue reading “What is not allowed in front of a tabernacle”
Why churches have sanctuary lamps
Sanctuary or tabernacle lamps are a part of every Catholic church. The practice has been around for many centuries, but why are they there? Continue reading “Why churches have sanctuary lamps”
Why chalices are of gold or silver, not wood
The chalice occupies the first place among sacred vessels, and by a figure of speech the material cup is often used as if it were synonymous with the Precious Blood itself. Continue reading “Why chalices are of gold or silver, not wood”
Why the term ‘islam’ is not a proper name for Catholics to use
The Arabic term ‘islam’ comes from the term “aslama”, which means “to resign oneself” or “to surrender”. Continue reading “Why the term ‘islam’ is not a proper name for Catholics to use”
Why church candles are white in color?
Ever noticed that candles at churches are always white? There’s a reason for that. Continue reading “Why church candles are white in color?”
MYTHS DEBUNKED: “Islam is not violent. What about the violent passages in the Bible?”
ANSWER: First, violent Biblical passages are irrelevant to the question of whether Mohammedanism is violent. Continue reading “MYTHS DEBUNKED: “Islam is not violent. What about the violent passages in the Bible?””
Why monks have a tonsure
You may have seen monks with a tonsure, or images of saints with a clerical tonsure. Continue reading “Why monks have a tonsure”
Why the Church prescribes the use of linen for the liturgy, instead of cotton
It is a fact that may not appear obvious but the use of cotton or silk is not approved for the liturgy. Continue reading “Why the Church prescribes the use of linen for the liturgy, instead of cotton”
MYTHS DEBUNKED: “It is unfair to paint all islamic schools of thought as violent”
ANSWER: Islamic apologists often point out that Islam is not a monolith, i.e. not everybody has the same ideas. There are differences of opinion among the different Islamic schools of thought. Continue reading “MYTHS DEBUNKED: “It is unfair to paint all islamic schools of thought as violent””
