1213 Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit (vitae spiritualis ianua) , 4 and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism ...

Columnist: There are many opinions on the subject of baptism but the important thing is what the Lord has declared.

Last Sunday was one of the most special days of my life - I had the incredible privilege of baptizing both my son and daughter. As a pastor, baptizing my own children wasn’t just part of my duty; it ...

To address these issues on baptism, we need to begin with the words ... "in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." [Matt. 28:19] This command from Jesus would be a waste ...

Luke 11:49-50 (KJV) says: “Therefore also said the wisdom of God, I will send them prophets and apostles, and some of them ...

Roman Catholics connect salvation to participation in church sacraments such as baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist.

The miraculous origin of the spring at Lourdes in France is well-documented, but in Ireland, there are about 3,000 holy wells ...

Luke’s vision of Jesus is deeply attuned to God’s compassion, justice and concern for those most impoverished and ...

More than 450 catechumens took their next step into entering the Catholic Church at the Rite of Election, presided over by ...

The transfiguration prepares us for the passion, death and resurrection of the Lord. St. Luke’s telling of the event draws us into the mystery of divine love, a love that embraces human suffering and ...

The Christian world today begins a 40-day period of praying, fasting, arms-giving and self-denial with Ash Wednesday. This ...