You may not realize this, but the great churches and cathedrals of history were not built merely to be beautiful or even functional. There is much more to the story of their architectural design and their construction that may shed light on what we know to be important about our churches today.
Category «The Church (Authority, Structure & History)»
Contraception And Humanae Vitae
There have been many conversations recently regarding the papal encyclical Humanae Vitae and its relevance in our world today. Join Deacon Jeff, Tom and their guest, Sister Francine, a Dominican Sister of Saint Cecilia, in an encore presentation, as they discuss the topic of Contraception.
May They Be One
What does it mean when we pray in the Creed that we believe in a Church that is one, and where did we get that idea from? Perhaps Abraham Lincoln and Sacred Scripture can help answer that question.
Call No Man Father
What did Jesus mean when he told us to call no man father? Are Catholics in violation of this command of Jesus when we address our priests as father? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom to find out the answer!
Roaming Catholics
Has your child left the Church? Your brother or sister? Has anyone you care about stopped going to Mass? We all have folks we love (especially kids) who have wandered away. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they present a Top Ten list of things to do (and NOT to do) when trying to get them back in Church.
Canon Law
Did you know the Catholic Church has it’s very own legal system? Where did it come from and what is it’s purpose? Join Deacon Jeff in the Luxurious Corner Booth of the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes Fr. Luke Millette, Judicial Vicar for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, to discuss all the ins and outs of Canon Law.
Church Rules
Many non-Catholics (as well as many Catholics) ask the question, “Why does the Church have sooooo many rules?” Don’t do this! You can’t have that! Refrain from the other thing! There do seem to be a lot of rules. Didn’t Jesus come to liberate and free us from bondage and oppression? Why so many rules! Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner booth as they tackle the tough topic of rules, laws, prohibitions and mandates in the life of the Church.
Me And Jesus And Church
Have your kids told you they no longer want to attend Mass because they’re “spiritual but not religious?” We all know this thought process is becoming very popular among our young folks. Even life-long Catholics sometimes have troubles answering the questions “Does Jesus really car if I go to church?”. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in thew Luxurious Corner Booth as they focus their conversation on me and Jesus…and the Church.
The Advent Of A New Year
Have you made your New Year’s Resolution yet? Did you even know that Advent starts the new “liturgical” year for the Catholic Church? In fact many Catholics can be a tad confused as to WHY we even have a Liturgical Year in the Church to begin with. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they discuss Advent and the meaning and purpose of the Church’s Liturgical year.
Habemus Episcopum
Have you ever attended an Episcopal Installation? It is truly a sight to behold. Join Deacon Jeff, his wife Bess and their youngest, Mary Regina, as they recount their recent participation in the Episcopal Installation of The Most Reverend Martin D. Holley as the Fifth Bishop of Memphis!