The direct killing of a human being, even if he is terminally ill, is always against the Fifth Commandment (Ex 20:13): You shall not kill. That applies to my own life, too. Only God is the master of life and death. On the other hand, to support a dying person and supply him with all possible medical and human care so as to alleviate his sufferings is to practise love of neighbour and perform a work of mercy.
A sceptical journalist's visit to Mother Teresa in Calcutta led to an unexpected transformation. Witnessing her deep love for the poor and experiencing an inexplicable light while filming, Malcolm Muggeridge was so moved that he eventually converted to Catholicism. Discover the power of faith that changed his life in this blog.
When Padre Pio began receiving the stigmata, he attempted to hide it from the world. But his superiors realised what was happening and under obedience, he gave them this testimony.
Christians believe that Jesus gave his life for us by dying on the Cross, and then rose from the dead on the third day, in the glory of the Resurrection. His death brings forgiveness for sin. But why did he have to die?
Should transgender athletes be able to compete in sports in the gender category that conforms to their gender identity? Do transgender women have an unfair advantage against biological women when competing? Catholic speaker, author, and podcaster Jason Evert searches for answers.
“It is Heaven that has decided”. In this blog, unpack the fundamental truth about marriage found in the Book of Tobit. The beauty of God's plan for each married couple is reflected in the story of Tobias and Sarah, who were brought together by the angel Raphael. Discover what this means for your marriage, or for marriage preparation and catechesis, in this extract from "7 Words on Marriage".
