Why Is St. Paul Called an Apostle?
Question: Why is St. Paul called an Apostle? He wasn’t one of the 12 Apostles that Jesus picked. The word apostle comes from the Greek apostolein, meaning sent…
Questions of Faith
Who Were the Magi?
Let me begin by stating who the “magi” were not, at least according to Scripture. There is no evidence in Matthew’s Gospel (the only one…
What Does the Solemnity of Mary Mean?
The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God is a liturgical celebration observed on January 1. It is a holy day of obligation for Catholics, meaning…
What Is the Catholic Teaching on the Presence of Ghosts or Spirits?
Q: Scientists are constantly trying to “prove” the existence of ghosts or departed spirits. What is the Catholic teaching on the presence of ghosts or…
How Do I Instill Enthusiasm for Faith in My 10th Grade Students?
Faith is not taught, it is caught. So while it’s important to present your curriculum clearly and accurately, you must also offer an enthusiastic example…
How Do I Overcome Anger?
Overcoming anger is no easy task, especially when one has been hurt. It is possible, however. Our first task to understand is that anger…
What are the Seven Sorrows of Mary?
The “Seven Sorrows of Mary” refers to the seven feats of “spiritual martyrdom” (suffering spiritually through experiences) endured by the Mother of God in loving…
What Is the Transfiguration?
The Transfiguration is an event from the life of Jesus that’s reported in three of the four gospels (Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:2-8, Luke 9:28-36). Jesus,…
What Is a Charism? Understanding Our Holy Traditions
After our parents died, my sister and I knew that our maiden name would not carry on. Since there were just the two of us…
Why Do We Celebrate the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul on the Same Day?
St. Peter and St. Paul are two of the most well-known saints and are often spoken of as the two men most responsible for spreading…
