Q: Where exactly in the Catechism of the Catholic Church does it say we can receive Communion by intinction? Our parish has started doing this recently, and people love it! But other parishes’ priests say this is not “legal” according to church doctrine. I have looked in the catechism and cannot find exactly where it […]
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Florence Li Tim-Oi: The First Woman Priest in the Anglican Communion…
There have been many devoted female missionaries and Bible teachers in the history of the Chinese church. But the ordaining of woman pastors is still opposed or viewed with reservation in many Chinese churches, both within China and overseas. Surprisingly, however, the first female priest ordained in the global Anglican Communion was Chinese—Florence Li Tim-Oi […]
‘Unholy Communion,’ adaptation of novel ‘Scandia,’ now filming
The film, a noir murder thriller, follows a small-town Minnesotan cop on a compelling journey for answers regarding clergy abuse, revenge, and redemption. ST PAUL, Minn. — “Unholy Communion” is the latest film from St. Paul resident writer/director Patrick Coyle, an adaptation of Scandia, Minnesota native Thomas Rumreich’s award-winning novel of the same name. The […]
Receiving Holy Communion on the tongue
Dear Father, At Mass recently, I received Holy Communion from a layperson who happens to be a close friend of mine. However, our ties are dissolving on account of the way she insisted on giving me Communion in the hand. When I spoke to her after Mass, she said that I was wrong to receive […]
Diocesan Eucharistic Congress reminds us of precious gift of Holy Communion –
By Megan Erbacher The Message editor During his welcome at the Diocesan Eucharistic Congress on Jan. 13, Bishop Joseph M. Siegel said it’s good for us to worship and adore our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. The Message photo by Megan Erbacher There is an expression that familiarity breeds contempt, Bishop Joseph M. Siegel told […]
The Anglican Communion Office appoints Public Engagement Director
The Right Revd Anthony Poggo, Secretary General of the Anglican Communion has announced today the Anglican Consultative Council’s appointment of Janet Miles to the role of Public Engagement Director for the Anglican Communion Office (ACO). The ACO is the official Secretariat to the Anglican Communion – a global network of Anglican churches active in more […]
Question Corner: Can Catholics married outside the church take Communion?
Q: My son is dating a Protestant girl. If my son married outside of the Catholic Church, is he not permitted to take the Eucharist? I am praying that the girl consents to have a Catholic matrimony, but that is uncertain for now. A: For the most part, Catholics who do not abide by the […]
Pope to Catholic-Oriental Orthodox commission: Pray and work for communion
Pope Francis highlights the dialogue of charity, truth, and life in his address to the Joint International Commission for Theological Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Oriental Orthodox Churches. By Christopher Wells Pope Francis on Friday received members of the Joint International Commission for Theological Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Oriental Orthodox […]
Miranda Lambert And Her Crew Have Communion Before Every Show… With Tequila Shots
A girl after my own heart. Miranda Lambert sat down for an extensive interview with Tamron Hall on her daytime show this week, where she talked about turning 40, the place she’s at in her career, and everything she has accomplished over 20 years in the country music business. Tamron also asked her specifically about her […]
Lil Nas X Apologizes For Communion Video, But Says “J CHRIST” Isn’t Mocking Christianity
This past Friday, Lil Nas X released his first new single in nearly two years, “J CHRIST.” Its accompanying music video and the rollout for the track has been heavy on the religious imagery — the cover art features Lil Nas X being pulled up on the cross, the video has him dressed up as […]