The books of Daniel and Revelation are of the apocalyptic genre, a unique literary form peculiar to the age in which they were written. Often described as crisis literature, they clearly were spawned during times of great stress in history when the only solution seemed to call for God’s intervention in the affairs of humankind. Contents show […]| About Catholics
Catholic beliefs and doctrines have their roots in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ who founded the Catholic Church nearly 2,000 years ago. These beliefs have been codified in a few different sources, namely Scripture and Tradition. Ah, yes, it’s that hot, Catholic buzzword “Tradition.”| About Catholics
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
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
The Mass is what draws us closer to Christ's ultimate sacrifice on the cross.| About Catholics
Since the Reformation much ink has flowed from the pens of writers discussing the pros and cons of infant baptism. The main argument has centered on what the Bible does or does not teach. This is a fallacious contention for the simple reason that the New Testament (NT) canon was not established for all practical purposes […]| About Catholics
Confirmation is a sacrament of initiation which completes baptism through sealing in the Holy Spirit and anoints the recipient as priest, prophet, and king. Contents show 1. Who Can Receive Confirmation? 2. What is Catholic Confirmation? 3. Who Administers Confirmation? 4. How many times can one be Confirmed? 5. What is the matter and form of […]| About Catholics
Here are some great ideas to do for advent that you can incorporate in your daily routines, prayer time, and family time for a closer time with Jesus.| About Catholics
Editor’s note: All Scripture references are from the Gospel of Matthew unless other wise noted. It stood first in the oldest biblical codices probably because of its churchly concerns. It is the only gospel having the the word “church” in it and it appears twice from the lips of Jesus. A Church built on a rock […]| About Catholics
