Recently an archeological find of great importance to Bible scholars was announced in the press. An ossuary (bone box) surfaced as part of a private collection with the inscription “James the son of Joseph, the brother of Jesus.” In June 2003 the Israel Antiquities Authority declared it a forgery. Contents show 1. Who then were these so […]| About Catholics
The Hail Holy Queen Prayer is something we pray after the Rosary. Ever wonder what's the origin story behind it? Let's discuss!| About Catholics
Mary in the Old Testament Contents show 1. Mary in the Old Testament 2. Mary in the New Testament 3. The Reformers and Mary 4. Related Catholic Articles She appears as a prototype of the second Eve in the creation narrative. After human-kind sins in the Garden of Eden, God says to the serpent (Satan), “I […]| About Catholics
(ABOUTCATHOLICS.COM) – Accused of worshipping things other than Jesus, Catholics take a lot of heat on their teaching of praying to saints (defined as dead Christians known to be in heaven by the Church). “How Catholics believe in something like this is a bit of a mystery to non-Catholic Christians. It has even led to […]| About Catholics
Our Lady plays a significant role in Jesus’ life, and therefore the Catholic Church celebrates the notable and events in her life and her veneration by having feast days. Contents show 1. What is the Basis for Marian Feast Days? 2. Feast Days of Mary 2.1. January 1 – Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God […]| About Catholics
One thing that many people find difficult to understand about the Catholic Church is the Church’s emphasis on Mary. Why would we say “Hail Mary” and pray the Rosary when we could be talking to Jesus? Doesn’t that go against the meaning of the Gospels, where we learn that we must love Jesus above all else? […]| About Catholics
Baptism is the first of seven sacraments and the way in which a person becomes a member of the Catholic Church. Contents show 1. Who Can Receive a Catholic Baptism? 2. Who Can Perform a Catholic Baptism? 3. Can Someone be Baptized Twice? 4. Does the Catholic Church accept baptisms from another church? 5. Why […]| About Catholics