The believers of Jesus Christ were first called followers of “the way” in the Acts of the Apostles. Later, they were given the name “Christians” in the city of Antioch, still during the era of the New Testament. The term “Christian” literally means “little Christ”—which perfectly represents what happens to a person who is aContinue reading “What does the word “Catholic” mean?”
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What does the Church mean by “Doctrine”?
One aspect of the Catholic faith that either delights or offends people is the Church’s careful delineation of Divine Revelation—and its implications for everyday life. Doctrinal statements define those truths revealed by God. As such, we are expected to believe them and conform our lives to them—they are, by definition, the shared beliefs of anyoneContinue reading “What does the Church mean by “Doctrine”?”
Why do Catholics use a crucifix and not a cross?
One way to confirm that you have entered a Catholic church is to look for 4 things: a tabernacle that houses the Eucharist, a font for holy water, statues of saints, and a crucifix in the sanctuary. Why a crucifix? I vividly recall a conversation I had with a couple many years ago. The husbandContinue reading “Why do Catholics use a crucifix and not a cross?”
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