Pentecost, which we celebrate this Sunday, is the liturgical season after Easter. It celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Church. Pentecost begins the eighth Sunday, or 50 days, after Easter Sunday. The descent of the Holy Spirit ushered in a new era for the people of God. Contents show 1. The Jewish History of […]| About Catholics
The Catholic Church abides and believes in the Ten Commandments, sometimes referred to as the Decalogue. This can be seen as a legislative body of rules. From the time when God issued them on Mount Sinai to Moses (Exodus 20:2-17) that is how some people practiced them. However, Jesus came to clarify how we fulfill […]| About Catholics
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Until recently the Gospels were thought to be biographies of Jesus. However scholars now agree that they are catechisms of teachings concerning the risen Lord written to increase the faith of the readers. Each writer chose special material for different audiences in different decades which account for some of their variances. Contents show 1. Who wrote the […]| About Catholics
Editor’s note: All Scripture references are from the Gospel of Mark unless other wise noted. Contents show 1. Understanding His Interpretation 2. Markan Sandwich 3. Significant Points 4. Related Catholic Articles The first writings of the New Testament were the letters of St. Paul. The author of Mark’s gospel ventured into new territory when he wrote […]| About Catholics
Editor’s note: All Scripture references are from the Gospel of Luke unless other wise noted. Contents show 1. A Geographical Theme 2. Emphasizing on Social Justice 3. Related Catholic Articles The Gospel of Luke appears as part one of a two volume work, Luke-Acts, dedicated to someone named Theophilus (1:3; Acts 1;1) Today they are separated. […]| About Catholics
Editor’s note: All Scripture references are from the Gospel of John unless otherwise noted. Contents show 1. The Gospel’s Outline 2. Jesus’ Sermon on the Eucharist 3. The Book of Glory 4. Related Catholic Articles The Gospel of John was written after the followers of Jesus had been expelled from the synagogues (AD 85) and […]| About Catholics
If you ask people what the Bible is, most of them will be able to tell you that the Bible is the Sacred Scripture for the Christian faith. This is true. But if you ask people what Catholics believe about the Bible, you will probably hear a lot of different answers. Many people may not […]| About Catholics