The biblical basis for the sacraments at the service of communion Theology 101 Mar 1, 2024 Communion is both the source of and destiny planned for humanity. Read More
The dignity of work and the rights of workers Theology 101 Mar 1, 2024 A series on the social doctrine of the Church Read More
The biblical basis for the sacraments of healing Theology 101 Jan 1, 2024 The catechism (1421) states that Jesus willed his Church to continue his mission of healing and salvation through the power of the Holy Spirit. Read More
Option for the poor and vulnerable Theology 101 Jan 1, 2024 A series on the social doctrine of the Church Read More
The biblical basis for the sacraments of initiation Theology 101 Dec 1, 2023 In December 1545, the Council of Trent began its work of clarifying doctrine and purifying the inner life of the Church. Read More
Our rights and responsibilities Theology 101 Nov 1, 2023 The third of our seven themes of Catholic social teaching regards our rights and responsibilities. Read More
The strength of the four matriarchs Theology 101 Oct 1, 2023 The children of these four women would lead to the formation of the 12 tribes of Israel. Read More
The call to family, community, and participation Theology 101 Sep 1, 2023 A series on the social doctrine of the Church Read More
‘Love your neighbor as yourself’ Theology 101 Jul 1, 2023 Our Catholic faith has a tremendous body of teaching, rooted in the Scriptures and in the Apostolic witness. Read More
The Eucharist and Adult Faith Theology 101 Apr 1, 2023 The GDC indicates that adults “have a right and a duty to bring to maturity the seed of faith sown in them by God.” Read More
Why Weekly Mass Attendance is Obligatory Theology 101 Mar 1, 2023 Its roots are in the Ten Commandments, which are an example of divine law. Read More
Advent, Acedia and Asceticism Theology 101 Dec 1, 2022 Advent is a season that invites us to prayerfully prepare and wait for Christmas Day. Read More
Why Matter Matters in the Eucharistic Liturgy Theology 101 Nov 1, 2022 Some might wonder: why are bread and wine necessary for the Eucharist? Read More
‘A Vehicle of Jesus’ Mercy and Love’ Theology 101 Nov 1, 2022 For the last 2,000 years, there has been controversy surrounding the sacrament of holy orders. Read More
Saint Mark Theology 101 Oct 1, 2022 The reality is that we know very little about author of the Gospel of Mark. Read More
‘Presence and Dialogue’ Theology 101 Sep 1, 2022 I have had many conversations about how to best live the sacraments of the Church. Read More
Matthew Theology 101 Sep 1, 2022 As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at the customs post. He said to him, “Follow me.” And he got up and followed him. Read More
John Theology 101 Jul 1, 2022 The author of the Fourth Gospel is generally considered to be St. John. The three Letters of John and the Revelation of John are also attributed to this saint. Read More
‘His mercy endures forever’ Theology 101 Jul 1, 2022 Many people turn away from others, separate themselves from communities, and turn inwards. Read More
Luke Theology 101 Jun 1, 2022 St. Luke, or Luke the Evangelist, was the most prolific of the Gospel writers. Read More
Barabbas Theology 101 May 1, 2022 Now on the occasion of the feast [Pilate] used to release to them one prisoner whom they requested. Read More
‘Christ’s Closeness, Solidarity, and Healing Will’ Theology 101 May 1, 2022 We turn our attention to the sacraments of healing, beginning with anointing of the sick. Read More
The Sabbath Theology 101 Apr 1, 2022 The Sabbath was entrusted to Israel to keep “as a sign of the irrevocable covenant.” Read More
‘I Came to Cast Fire on the World …’ Theology 101 Mar 1, 2022 One of the most beautiful rituals that the Church offers is the Rite for the Consecration of a Church. Read More
The Conversion of St. Paul Theology 101 Jan 1, 2022 St. Jerome said it best: “Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.” Read More