QUESTION With COVID-19, they say we should not have family gatherings for Thanksgiving. But this is a big family holiday – so how do I make it … Read More
FAQs
Face to face confession came later
Question: When did the church institute face-to-face confession (reconciliation)? — Valders Answer: It may come as a surprise that the sacrament of penance used to be celebrated … Read More
For how long should I kneel?
Question: “I grew up being taught that we should not be seated until the celebrant sits after communion. Many people sit after the hosts are returned to … Read More
Día de Muertos is not Mexican Halloween
Question: Can you explain to me what Día de Muertos is? It is something we see and hear of more and it seems to have something to … Read More
Why does the priest bow to Mary’s name?
Question: I have noticed that some of our priests bow their heads at Mass when they mention the Blessed Virgin Mary. I know about bowing your head … Read More
How a bishop decides on ‘worthy of belief’
QUESTION What does it mean to be the only church approved Marian apparition site in the United States? (The question refers to the National Shrine of Our … Read More
Why do we now allow cremations?
QUESTION “Years ago, cremation was not allowed in the Catholic Church. Why is OK to now?” — Green Bay ANSWER This is a very good question and … Read More
Why did God make angels?
Question Why did God create angels? If we (humans) are the crown jewel of all creation, why did he even have to create angels before us? — … Read More
Do we all have a vocation?
Question In a recent homily, our priest said we all have a vocation. I am not used to hearing that. I think of priests and sisters when … Read More
The difference of ‘catholic’ and ‘Catholic’
Question Why do we not capitalize “catholic” in the Creed we say on Sunday? Aren’t we the “Catholic Church?” — Appleton Answer In both the Nicene Creed … Read More
