Ask a Franciscan

Is lying always a sin?

What is the Church's official stance on cremation?

Does the speed of praying make a difference? 

Is this required? Some Christians have first names that are not those of a saint or a variant on a saint’s name. 

Can you recommend a book describing what Vatican II was all about? Something in plain English without interpretation by the author? 

I know that this term is strongly supported by some Christians and vigorously challenged by others. When did it originate and what does it mean?