In faith we receive this saving grace through the Sacraments - outward, sensible signs instituted by Christ through which inward grace is given to our souls. For example during Baptism (Matt 28:19 ...

wants us to understand that the sacraments are: of Christ, of the church, of faith, of salvation and of eternal life (cf. “Catechism of the Catholic Church,” 1114-1130). First and foremost ...

The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, or Holy Unction as it is also known, reminds us that when we are in pain, either physical, emotional, or spiritual, Christ is present with us through the ...

The mystery of the indissoluble union between man and woman is an icon of the unity of Christ and the Church (Eph 5:32). Thus, the Christocentric typology of the sacrament of marriage explains why a ...

Holy Communion Catholics receive the Body of Christ during this sacrament which is the real presence of Christ. There is spiritual nourishment in receiving the bread and wine. Faith is ...

“It strengthens the baptismal incorporation into Christ and the church and the consecration to the prophetic, royal and ...

By Deacon Frank Agnoli The Catholic Messenger This is the fourth article in our series about two re-translated liturgical ...