Funerals and hope at the end of our sacramental life
U.24 / Explanation
The Church, in celebrating a funeral, recognizes the fulfillment of the deceased person’s sacramental journey of hope that began at Baptism.
Watch Why do Catholics pray for the dead?
U.24 / Connection
Even if our loved ones are on their way to heaven, they probably weren’t perfect. Purgatory is the last purification we go through before entering heaven, so that we can…
WatchHow to Attend a Funeral (and Support those Grieving)
U.24 / Connection
Not only is it a work of mercy for our loved ones who have passed away to attend their funeral, it is also an opportunity to extend support and comfort…
WatchWhat 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.
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.
WatchWhat is the Anointing of the Sick?
U.20 / Explanation
Jesus wants to be with us in our suffering so he gave the Church the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.
WatchWhy doesn’t God just heal people?
U.20 / Connection
God does offer us strength and grace to endure suffering and unite it to His passion, so we can experience the Resurrection with Him. God offers us healing through the…
WatchWhen should you get ‘Anointing of the Sick’?
U.20 / Connection
The Church generously gives us the Anointing of the Sick, to receive before a surgery, extended hospital stay, or in times of serious illness.
WatchHow sins are forgiven through the Sacrament of Reconciliation
U.19 / Explanation
When you feel prompted by the Holy Spirit, don’t be afraid to seek healing and forgiveness through the Sacrament of Penance.
WatchDo I really need to confess my sins to a priest?
U.19 / Connection
Jesus wants us to experience his mercy through his priest who exercises the power of forgiveness that Christ gave the Church in the Sacrament of Penance.
WatchHow to prepare for a good Confession
U.19 / Connection
Talking to Jesus, inviting the Holy Spirit into our hearts, and making an Examination of Conscience are great ways to get our hearts ready.
WatchThe Holy Mass, Explained by the Catechism
U.18 / Explanation
In the Mass, Heaven and earth, all the angels and saints, come together in communion with Jesus Christ to participate in the worship of God.
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