Finally we are nearing the final answer to this question. In the previous two articles, we have explored some of the teachings of the Catholic Church on suffering and Purgatory, and now it is time for me to posit what I believe the answer to this question to be. Now, remember, I am by no means the official voice of the Church, but I will try and use Her teachings, as given by Christ and inspired by the Holy Spirit, to back up my argument.
Now, Purgatory. Now, the word Purgatory is never explicitly stated in Scripture, but then again, neither is the word Trinity, but that does not negate its presence in the Scriptures; and I’m sure that every Christian will agree that the Trinity is made apparent in the Scriptures. What exactly is Purgatory? Many believe that it is an in-between of Heaven and Hell. Now, this contains kernels of Truth, but I would say that it is more accurately described as a precursor to Heaven for holy, yet imperfect, souls. But, in order to get a more definitive answer, let us look towards the Catechism: Read more
In order to answer this question, I first want to look at two key teachings of the Catholic Church: on Purgatory and on suffering. Now, the answer I am going to posit is by no means official Church teaching on this particular question, it will be, for the most part, speculative; that is, it will be my best attempt at answering this question for you. Read more
Last summer I had what I consider to be a very profound experience with Mary. Nothing like an apparition or anything like that, but a very subtle reaching out. Read more
This article comes to you from someone who has struggled with the addiction of porn, who has, through his own selfishness, objectified woman, and man consequentially. It is only because I know the struggle and because I know the damage that this addiction can cause in one’s life that I give to you this exhortation. Read more
As we all know, Valentine’s day is coming up in little less than a week, and while we all know the holiday pretty well, we know very little about the namesake: St. Valentine. Read more
Let us therefore, love to quench our thirst at this fountain of living water and go forward all the time along the way of divine love. – St. Pio of Pietrelcina
The existence of God and the understanding of who God is has dwelt in the mind of man since the beginning of time. We see this in our history books when we see the various pagan, polytheistic religions of the ancients; and we see it in various world religions of today. Yet, the question still nags at us, goading us on in hot pursuit of the truth. Is there a God? And if so, who is He? These are some of the most fundamental questions that man must ask himself, and these are the basis for all Christian Theology. Read more
“The Rosary is the most beautiful and the most rich in graces of all prayers; it is the prayer that touches most the Heart of the Mother of God…and if you wish peace to reign in your homes, recite the family Rosary.”
Pope Saint Pius X
The New Jerusalem 