March 29, 2017
Homily? Eulogy?
Some dioceses allow eulogies at funerals, and others do not. Why is this?
This question arises frequently. According to the 1989 Order of Christian Funerals (the ritual book used by Catholics in the United States), “A brief homily is given after the Gospel reading ” (#166).
Use a Cross or a Crucifix?
During the Good Friday liturgy at our parish, we venerate a plain cross and not a crucifix with a representation of Jesus' body on it. The crucifix is kept out of sight in the sacristy. Because this doesn't seem right ...
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Spiritual, Religious, or None of the Above?
Most of us have friends or family members who have left the Church. How do we respond in faith?
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Secrets of the Knights Templar
They’re shrouded in mystery and conspiracy theories. A history scholar unpacks their real story.
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Reel Time
A United Kingdom In postwar London, Muriel (Laura Carmichael) convinces her sister, Ruth (Rosamund Pike), an office worker, to accompany her to a dance at the mission society. There Ruth meets Seretse Khama (David Oyelowo), a law student and prince ...
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At Home on Earth
Let's Not Blow the Budget A few years back, financial analysts and scientists alike began to figure out a "global carbon budget " we would need to stick to if we want to avoid radically overheating our planet. In other ...
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