Sacred Scripture tells us that when Peter hauls in a large load of 153 fish, the net was unbroken. Theologians and scholars tell us this might be an image of a single, worldwide Church.
Category «The Church (Authority, Structure & History)»
Synod On Synodality
Many are aware of the universal Synod On Synodality at the Vatican, but some folks may be unware that it is actually very important for the average parishioner to get involved at the diocesan level.
THE Church
It is true that some people do leave their Catholic faith behind, especially in times of crisis. But, perhaps a look into the Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, may shed some light on which Church is THE Church and give them good reason to return…or stay.
Faith In Poland
Many may not be aware of this, but the people of Poland have always had a very strong and deep seated culture of faith. After all, Poland gave us Pope Saint John Paul the Great. We invited Antek Tompolski, direct from Poland, to find out more about Polish faith.
King Of The Universe: Christ The King
In the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, the Church proclaims boldly that Jesus is our King. The only problem is, many of us have a little trouble recognizing Jesus as King when we create so many other kings in our lives.
Why Stay Catholic: Church Scandal
The Church in history is no stranger to scandal. Many think when scandal arrives it is time to leave the Church. Find out why we think that it is precisely times like these that we need to stay Catholic.
Making Saints: Blessed Fra Gerard
Dane Munro, a History professor from the University of Malta, joins us to discuss how the Church goes about the process of investigating and recognizing sainthood.
Truth
Ever since Pontius Pilate asked Jesus about truth, there has been a universal quest to find it. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they break open the Scriptures to find that Truth has indeed been revealed to us and He is easy to find.
Let Us Fast
As we enter the Lenten season, no doubt the subject of fasting will come up among family, friends and coworkers. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they discuss rediscovering the lost art of the fast.
Women Priests
When the question about women priests is asked, many folks stumble over an answer. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they work through a simple, orthodox series of answers to assist in sharing the truth about ordaining only men.