It’s not the sin but rather God

In the midst of Holy Week preparations, and if we are contemplating about whether to receive the Sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation, as it could be quite unnerving for some, perhaps the following article from Zenit will be an encouragement for you to make that attempt to approach a priest and make a good confession.
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The Role of Godparents

For would-be godparents and existing ones, an informative read.

Please explain the role of godparents in Catholic baptism. How strictly should the potential godparents adhere to traditional Catholic teaching? If a couple does not know sufficiently “qualified” godparents, is it acceptable for them to act as the godparents themselves?

Read Fr William Saunders explanation to the above [...]

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Sacrament of Confirmation

On Sunday 18th Nov 2007, a batch of teens will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation at the parish of Holy Trinity. Just what actually is this sacrament all about? What are the signs and rite of this sacrament? Who can receive and who can administer the sacrament? What are the effects of this sacrament? [...]

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Quiz – Marriage

1. Cite Paul’s most famous exhortation concerning marriage. Answer

2. The indispensable element which makes a marriage is the consent of the spouses.(True/False). Answer
3. Why is it deemed necessary that a Christian marriage take place before a minister and witnesses? Choose any combination of the following.
a) It expresses the ecclesial reality of the marriage.
b) Without [...]

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Quiz – Anointing of the Sick

1. Cite the biblical reference commonly used as the basis for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Answer
2. This sacrament gives a special grace to those experiencing difficulties stemming from grave illness or old age. (True or False). Answer
3. The sacrament is to be given only at the point of death. (True or [...]

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