Apologetics

The Sacrament of Confirmation QUESTION from Neill Kovrig June 1, 2001 I have just recently returned to the Church after a hiatus of a few years, but I have realized that I missed the appropriate time for the sacrament of Confirmation (high-school age, I suppose). What can I do to rectify this? I wish to be confirmed, but I'm not sure to...

Becoming a Deacon QUESTION from Paul White on January 1, 2003 I am a 20 year old confused Catholic curious as to the process of becoming a deacon, as opposed to becoming a priest. Do you still have to attend a seminary, and what are the main differences between a deacon and a priest, besides being allowed to marry? ANSWER by John-Paul...

failed to disclose previous marriage QUESTION from Millie September 19, 2001 My husband and I are both Catholic. He was previously married twice. He was first married in the Catholic church and that marriage was annulled. He then married a woman in the Luthern church and was divorced. He was not a practicing Catholic at the time. He and I met later...

Remain keeling after communion QUESTION from Ken June 4, 2001 After the priest returns the Holy sacrament to the Tabernacle, closes the doors and draws the veil close some parishioners then sit while others remain kneeling. What is the correct position? ANSWER by Mr. Jacob Slavek on June 10, 2001 Dear Mr. Ken, In 1974 Rome stated in Notitiae that the posture...

Padre Pio and the mass QUESTION from Darrin French on January 2, 2003 REF: info / confirmation To whom it may concern: My brother-in-law is a Pius X member who has a great devotion to Padre Pio. My wife and I are non-Pius members who also have a devotion to Padre Pio. It is my understanding Padre Pio said the Novus Order...

Mother Church QUESTION from Aaron September 20, 2001 Why do we call the Roman Catholic Church as Our Mother Church? Is there any distinction or connection between the 'Father' and the 'Mother'? Thanks and God bless! Confused Aaron. ANSWER by John-Paul Ignatius, OLSM on September 28, 2001 Dear Mr. Aaron: Good question. The Church is the Bride of Christ. Christ is the...