ST. JOSEPH OF ARIMATHEA
The Bearer of the Catholic Faith from Jerusalem to the British Isles The Apostolic Origins of the Church in Britain Introduction: A Forgotten Chapter of Christian History The history of Christianity in Britain must not begin with St. Augustine of Canterbury in AD 597. Christianity was already established in Britain centuries before his arrival. The […]
THE CRUCIFIX
A Graven Image – or a Visible Proclamation of Jesus Christ? A QUESTION THAT DESERVES AN HONEST ANSWER A serious objection is sometimes raised against the use of a Crucifix: “Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image…”— Exodus 20:4, AKJV If this is God’s command, the question naturally follows: Is a Crucifix – […]
THE TWO COMMANDMENTS OF OUR LORD
A Catechumen’s Instruction in the First Principles of Christian Life When we begin to learn the Christian faith, we must begin by listening to Jesus. A lawyer once asked Jesus: “Master, which is the great commandment in the law?” St. Matthew 22:36, AKJV Jesus answered: “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy […]
IN OUR WORSHIP, IS JUST OUTWARD REVERENCE ENOUGH?
In some Christian traditions, worshippers remove their footwear before entering the church as an outward expression of reverence for the sacred place. There is nothing inherently wrong with such an outward act of reverence. But there is a serious danger if the act creates a false sense of spiritual security: “I HAVE REMOVED MY FOOTWEAR; […]
LIGHTING THE ADVENT CANDLES AT HOME
On an Advent Wreath or Around the Nativity Crib A Beginner’s Step-by-Step Guide to an Ancient Christian Tradition WHAT IS ADVENT? Advent is the season of preparation before Christmas. It is a time to prepare our hearts and homes for the celebration of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus. Lighting Advent candles is a beautiful […]