Why are mementos so important to us?
U.23 / Proclamation
Humans are physical beings and spiritual beings. We seem to need physical things, signs, to be imbued with spiritual significance to help us on our journey.
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What are sacramentals?
U.23 / Explanation
The Church has instituted sacramentals — through which God showers us with grace and prepares us to receive the sacraments. There are three main “types” of sacramentals: blessings, consecrations and…
WatchAre Catholics superstitious?
U.23 / Connection
Some people who see Catholics with statues, rosaries, certain prayers, scapulars, candles, might be tempted to think these things are just superstition. Sacramentals open us up to receiving grace from…
WatchHow to use Holy Water
U.23 / Connection
Holy water is a sacramental. Holy water reminds us of our Baptism and should encourage us to continue to walk in the new life we received in Baptism.
WatchCommitments vs promises: what’s the difference?
U.22 / Proclamation
Our society is built on promises. Families and marriages are the building blocks of societies. Marriages are one of the most meaningful promises or oaths we can make today.
WatchWhat makes Catholic marriage a sacrament
U.22 / Explanation
In marriage, Jesus gives spouses sacramental grace to take up their crosses and follow Him. By this grace, spouses learn to lay down their lives for each other and for…
WatchWhat’s the difference between divorce and annulment?
U.22 / Connection
The Catholic Church cares about marriages, and has the authority to determine if a marriage is valid or not based on a set of criteria.
WatchWhat are marriage vows and why are they so important?
U.22 / Connection
The Church calls the exchange of vows consent—that is, the act of will by which a man and a woman give themselves to each other, and accept the gift of…
WatchWhy does the Catholic Church have priests?
U.21 / Proclamation
These ordained men are set apart to continue Jesus’ ministry and play an important role by preaching, offering the Sacraments, and serving “in the person of Christ.”
WatchHow are priests ordained for ministry?
U.21 / Explanation
Priests play a unique role in the Church because they, in a special way, are the hands and feet of Jesus and allow us to receive the sacraments and hear…
WatchWhat is the difference between Deacons, Priests, and Bishops?
U.21 / Connection
Bishops, priests, and deacons all receive an imprint in the sacrament of Holy Orders that cannot ever be removed, but play three distinct roles in the sacramental life of the…
WatchHow does someone become a Catholic priest?
U.21 / Connection
Priestly formation includes human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral formation in seminary. During this time, a man enters deeply into prayer and learns to listen well to God.
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