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A Quick Primer on Transubstantiation

A Quick Primer on Transubstantiation

Chris Mueller

Every time the Mass is celebrated, something incredible happens. A miracle takes place. During the Eucharistic rite, the priest speaks Jesus’ words from the Last Supper: “Take, eat; this is...

A Quick Primer on Transubstantiation

Chris Mueller

Every time the Mass is celebrated, something incredible happens. A miracle takes place. During the Eucharistic rite, the priest speaks Jesus’ words from the Last Supper: “Take, eat; this is...

Is the  'Yanny or Laurel' Debate Disguised Relativism?

Is the 'Yanny or Laurel' Debate Disguised Rela...

Colin MacIver

This article is a comment-response to the “Yanny or Laurel” Tightrope podcast by Colin MacIver. Listener’s Comment: I’ve heard the “both/and” concept several times, and for some aspects of living...

Is the 'Yanny or Laurel' Debate Disguised Rela...

Colin MacIver

This article is a comment-response to the “Yanny or Laurel” Tightrope podcast by Colin MacIver. Listener’s Comment: I’ve heard the “both/and” concept several times, and for some aspects of living...

Can Catholics Receive Communion in Non-Catholic Churches?

Can Catholics Receive Communion in Non-Catholic...

Matt Dunn

In anticipation of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, today’s question comes from Lauren, who wonders about receiving communion from other (non-Catholic) churches. If attending a service where the congregation receives...

Can Catholics Receive Communion in Non-Catholic...

Matt Dunn

In anticipation of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, today’s question comes from Lauren, who wonders about receiving communion from other (non-Catholic) churches. If attending a service where the congregation receives...

Are All Sins Equal?

Are All Sins Equal?

Matt Dunn

Today we address a seemingly simple question that has more levels than it appears: “Does the Catholic Church teach that all sins are equal?” An accurate answer could involve breaking...

Are All Sins Equal?

Matt Dunn

Today we address a seemingly simple question that has more levels than it appears: “Does the Catholic Church teach that all sins are equal?” An accurate answer could involve breaking...

'They Worshiped, but They Doubted'

'They Worshiped, but They Doubted'

Chris Mueller

It is hard to fully comprehend the experience of the apostles. These men have become giants in our minds, and truthfully, they are monumental figures. These are the guys Jesus...

'They Worshiped, but They Doubted'

Chris Mueller

It is hard to fully comprehend the experience of the apostles. These men have become giants in our minds, and truthfully, they are monumental figures. These are the guys Jesus...

5 Ridiculous Things People Say About Discerning a Religious Vocation

5 Ridiculous Things People Say About Discerning...

Fr. Mike Schmitz

I keep getting asked about discerning one’s vocation, so I decided to write a few snarky thoughts about how you can move forward. Disclaimer: I am being sarcastic for humor...

5 Ridiculous Things People Say About Discerning...

Fr. Mike Schmitz

I keep getting asked about discerning one’s vocation, so I decided to write a few snarky thoughts about how you can move forward. Disclaimer: I am being sarcastic for humor...