(Plain Text Version) Marriage was instituted by God at the beginning of human history. The family, the foundation of human society, is the union of the husband and the wife. Christ raised marriage to the dignity of a sacrament, called Matrimony. This sacrament provides powerful graces to overcome difficulties and to have a happy familyContinue reading “Matrimony”
Category Archives: Getting to Know the God Who Loves Us
Holy Orders
(Plain Text Version) At the Last Supper, Christ instituted the sacrament of Holy Orders, so that the people of God would receive the care of bishops, priests, and deacons. Our First Bishops At the Last Supper, Jesus ordained the Apostles to be the first bishops of His Church. They were given all the powers neededContinue reading “Holy Orders”
The Rosary: Changing Ourselves and Changing the World
(Plain Text Version) Praying the Rosary The Rosary consists of 20 groups of prayers, each recalling a major event in the life of Jesus and His Blessed Mother. We call these events “mysteries.” We should think about these mysteries while we say the prayers of the Rosary. To the best of our ability, we shouldContinue reading “The Rosary: Changing Ourselves and Changing the World”
The Anointing of the Sick
(Plain Text Version) When we are in danger of death, we receive powerful help from God through the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. From the Letter of James In a few words, the Apostle James tells us how the anointing of the sick is to be carried out and what to expect fromContinue reading “The Anointing of the Sick”
The “Deathbed Confession”
(Plain Text Version) There is a persistent myth that one can ignore God’s commands and repent later in life. This way, one can enjoy sin and avoid punishment in hell. This is a tragic mistake. If You are Alive, You Can Repent It is certainly true that many people have made a last-minute conversion. ForContinue reading “The “Deathbed Confession””
Confession and Reconciliation, Part 3
Click here for the Novena for Ukraine: https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/charity/ukraine.html?colorblock-tabs=prayer#colorblock-tabs (Plain Text Version) When we receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation regularly, we will receive God’s help to root sin out of our lives. We will draw closer to God and have better relationships with our neighbors. The Seal of Confession The priest may not reveal your sinsContinue reading “Confession and Reconciliation, Part 3”
Confession and Reconciliation, Part 2
(Plain Text Version) To receive forgiveness in confession, we must disclose every serious sin we can remember. An honest confession is a good confession. Making a Good Confession It is good to begin by admitting our sinfulness with words like, “Bless me, father, for I have sinned.” The priest may respond with a greeting. WeContinue reading “Confession and Reconciliation, Part 2”
Confession and Reconciliation
(Plain Text Version) When we are estranged from God by serious sin, we are forgiven and restored through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. For less serious sins, the same sacrament brings forgiveness and strength to live a holy life. The Power to Forgive Sins During His public ministry, Jesus was opposed for forgiving sins. His enemiesContinue reading “Confession and Reconciliation”
Lent, Part 3
(Plain Text Version) (This article was originally published in March, 2021.) The three common practices for Lent, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, are all expressions of humility. When we are humble, we know our proper place in the world. We are still aware that there are good things about us, but we give up the ideaContinue reading “Lent, Part 3”
Lent – Part 2
(Plain Text Version) Lent, Part 2: To Pray Is to Be Alive (This article was originally published in March 2021) Pray, and You Will Get to Heaven! St. Alphonsus Liguori wrote a very simple saying which can be the guide for our entire life: “Those who pray are certainly saved; those who do not prayContinue reading “Lent – Part 2”
St. John Bosco News and Notes 