But like most of the Commandments, the Seventh one goes way deeper than we think. It’s not just about stealing—it’s about stewardship, justice, and love.

In the beginning, God gave us this beautiful Earth and said, “Take care of it.” He didn’t say, “This is yours, keep everyone else out.” He said, “Be stewards.” Meaning, take care of what you have — not just for yourself, but for others too.

The Catechism actually says that everything on Earth is entrusted to humanity’s care. We can own things, but ownership isn’t supposed to be selfish. It’s a way to serve others.

That’s kind of a mindset shift, isn’t it? What if instead of asking, “What’s mine?” we asked, “How can what I have help someone else?”

It reminds me of that moment with Zacchaeus in the Gospel — the tax collector who climbed the tree to see Jesus. When Jesus came to his house, Zacchaeus basically said, “Lord, I’ll give half my possessions to the poor, and if I’ve cheated anyone, I’ll pay them back four times over.”

That’s repentance in action. That’s what the Catechism calls reparation—making things right when we’ve taken something unjustly. And this commandment doesn’t just deal with money or stuff. It’s also about respecting people and creation.

It even forbids slavery and using others for personal gain. That’s powerful — because it shows that “stealing” can mean taking someone’s dignity or freedom, not just their property.

And it even extends to animals! We’re called to treat them with kindness. God gave us creation to care for — not to exploit.

That means how we consume, how we waste, how we treat the environment — it all ties into the Seventh Commandment.

When I waste food or buy stuff I don’t really need, I have to ask myself — am I being a good steward of what God gave me?

And then Jesus takes it even further in Matthew 25, where He says, “Whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.”

Because it’s not just about not stealing — it’s about actively giving.

The Seventh Commandment calls us to generosity — giving alms, loving the poor, doing works of mercy. Feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, visiting the sick — those are all ways we show that we’re not attached to stuff, but attached to God.

It’s funny how Jesus flips things. He’s not saying, “Don’t own anything.” He’s saying, “Don’t let what you own own you.”

True freedom comes from trusting that God provides — and that what we have is meant to bless others.

So maybe take a second and ask yourself — how attached am I to my stuff?

Yeah… how quick am I to share my time, my resources, my money, even my attention?

Maybe it’s not about stealing in the obvious way, but about those subtle ways we “take” — like taking credit, taking advantage of someone’s generosity, or hoarding what we could be sharing.

Living out the Seventh Commandment is about living with open hands. Receiving everything as a gift from God, and offering it back to Him through love of others.

So next time you think of “You shall not steal,” remember — it’s not just about what we don’t do. It’s about how we give, share, and care.

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The fifth commandment: “You shall not kill.”

Now if you’re anything like me, your first thought might be:

“Well, I haven’t murdered anyone. I’m good here. Let’s move on.”

But, Jesus takes this commandment, like He does all the others, and flips the script. He says in Matthew 5:22:

“Everyone who is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment.”

So it’s not just about murder. It’s about the heart behind it. It’s about the ways we choose death over life in our words, actions, even in the quiet corners of our souls.

Life is Sacred

The Catechism of the Catholic Church (2258) reminds us that human life is sacred—from the moment of conception to natural death—because we are made in the image of God. You, me, every person we meet carries a divine fingerprint. So to harm another human being is dishonoring the Creator.

No one has the right to destroy an innocent human life. And that truth is really the foundation for everything else the Church teaches about life—from abortion, to euthanasia, to suicide, and to war.

Life is not ours to take. It’s ours to protect.

What About Self-Defense?

Now someone might ask, “But what if someone is trying to kill me? Or hurt my family?”

The Church teaches that self-defense can be permitted. If you’re in a situation where force is needed to protect yourself or others, it can be morally justified as long as your intention is to preserve life, and not to kill. But to go beyond what is  necessary crosses a line. (CCC 2263–2265)

It’s all about intention. Protecting life is the goal—even in conflict.

Abortion & Euthanasia

The fifth commandment also applies to abortion which the US Bishops have delcared as the preeminent issue. The Church teaches clearly (CCC 2270) that human life must be protected from the moment of conception. The unborn child in the womb is not just “potential life”- it is human life, and life, even in its most vulnerable form, has value.

The same goes for euthanasia. Ending the life of someone who is sick or disabled—even with good intentions—is not the answer. Every person, no matter their condition, deserves respect and care. That doesn’t mean we have to prolong suffering at all costs—sometimes it’s okay to stop treatments that are extreme or burdensome. But there’s a difference between letting someone die naturally and intentionally causing death. (CCC 2276–2278)

Suicide, Mental Health, and Mercy

This commandment also brings to mind a very difficult and sensitive topic: suicide. The Church teaches that suicide goes against the love of self, love of neighbor, and love of God. But it also teaches that mental illness, trauma, and deep suffering—can lessen a person’s responsibility. (CCC 2280–2283)

So, if you’ve lost someone to suicide know, the Church does not condemn them. In fact, we pray for them. We entrust them to God’s mercy—because only He knows the depths of their pain. And if you’re struggling yourself, please—reach out. You are loved. You are not alone. Call 988 to talk to someone who can help, or visit the 988 Lifeline.

Words That Hurt, Scandal That Kills

The Fifth Commandment also covers what we might call “everyday violence”—not just physical, but emotional and spiritual. Have you ever said something that crushed someone’s spirit? Have you ever gossiped, slandered, or lashed out in anger? Anger and hatred can kill, even if no blood is spilled.

Then there’s scandal—leading someone else into sin. That, too, is a form of spiritual death. If our actions cause someone else to fall away from God, that is serious. (CCC 2284)

Caring for Our Own Lives

This commandment includes how we treat our own bodies. Life is a gift entrusted to us, and we’re stewards of it. That means taking care of our health, avoiding addiction, being mindful of food, alcohol, tobacco, and drugs. (CCC 2288–2291)

God wants us alive—not just physically, but fully alive in Him.

Peace Over Anger

So how do we start to live this out?

It begins with peace. Jesus tells us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. Not just tolerate them. Love them.

Easier said than done, right?

But that’s the challenge of the 5th Commandment. It’s not just a “don’t do bad things” rule. It’s a call to actively protect and promote life in all its forms.

So ask yourself:

• Do my words build others up—or tear them down?
• Do I hold onto grudges or offer forgiveness?
• Am I honoring the gift of my own life—body, mind, and soul?
• Do I value all life, even the ones society says are disposable?

This commandment is so much more than “Don’t kill.” It’s a lifestyle. A posture. A way of loving that honors the sacredness in every single person—including yourself.

So this week, look for ways to choose life:

Apologize. Forgive. Speak kindly. Defend the vulnerable. Take care of your body. Be patient. Let go of bitterness.

And above all—remember that your life, and the lives around you, are not random or disposable.

They are precious, on purpose, and worth protecting.

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🏡 Honoring Beyond Obedience

The Fourth Commandment does include obedience when you’re young like the classic “listen to your mom and dad” and “do your chores” thing. But the Catechism of the Catholic Church, in paragraph 2197, reminds us that this commandment reveals the order of charity. When we’re children, the very next people we’re called to love after, God, are our parents. This is because we owe them our life, and everything they’ve poured into raising us.

🕊️ The Family as a Reflection of God

The family, according to the Catechism, is a “communion of persons” that reflects the Holy Trinity. (CCC 2205) Your family—even with all its imperfections—has a divine origin and purpose.

The family is called the domestic church—the place where we first learn to love, forgive, pray, and serve. It’s in family life that we begin to understand who God is, what love looks like, and how we’re meant to live in the world. (CCC 2204–2206)

💬 Respect Goes Both Ways

Honoring your parents continues on into adulthood. CCC 2218 tells us that adult children should give their parents material and moral support, especially in times of illness or loneliness. Think of the dignity that brings—to care for the ones who once cared for us.

But also, parents have responsibilities too! The Catechism says that parents are called to be the first teachers of the faith. (CCC 2221) That means they’re supposed to help their children grow not just physically, but spiritually—to create a home full of love, forgiveness, respect, and virtue.

This is a mutual calling. Parents honor their children by seeing them as children of God, not extensions of their own ego or dreams. They guide them, but they also give them the freedom to follow God’s call, not just Mom and Dad’s expectations. (CCC 2230)

👨‍🏫 Not Just Families—Also Bosses, Teachers, Leaders

But this commandment isn’t just about family. It also extends to anyone who has a rightful authority in our lives. This includes teachers, leaders, pastors, employers… even the government. CCC 2199 points out that this honor extends to society at large. It’s about living with gratitude and respect, even when it’s not always easy.

✨ So… What About You?

So what about you?

Who are the people in your life that you are called to honor? Maybe it’s your aging parents. Maybe it’s that boss who challenges you. Maybe it’s being a parent yourself and realizing the weight of that responsibility.

Here are some things to ask yourself:

-How intentional am I in honoring my parents, even now as an adult?

-Do I lead with love and virtue in my own household?

-Am I respectful to those in authority, even when I disagree?

-Do I live in a way that shows gratitude for those who have helped form me?

The 4th Commandment isn’t about power or rigid obedience. It’s about love, honor, gratitude, and mutual responsibility. When we live it out, our families and communities start to reflect something much bigger—the heart of God Himself.

So, wherever you are today—whether you’re a parent, child, employee, or student, ask yourself: How can I live the 4th Commandment more fully? You might just find more peace and harmony in your relationships… and also in your soul.

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In this episode, Nathan shares what it's really like to walk alongside students in their search for meaning, truth, and purpose—and why so many young adults are being drawn into the beauty of the Catholic faith today.

Whether you're in college, in ministry, or just curious about how faith comes alive in Gen Z, this conversation will inspire and challenge you.

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I don’t mean just crashing on the couch scrolling through your phone—I mean soul-deep rest. The kind that fills you up and reconnects you with who you are… and whose you are.

God made you in His image. You were literally handcrafted to reflect Him—His goodness, His creativity, and yes, even His rhythm of work and rest. And He didn’t just suggest this rhythm to us—He modeled it. God worked for six days, creating everything, and then on the seventh day… He rested. Not because He was tired, but because He wanted to show us how to live in balance.

That brings us to Exodus 20, where God says:

“Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy”

It’s not because God needs us to rest. It’s because we need to rest. Jesus even said, “The sabbath was made for man, not man for the sabbath.” So it’s a gift. A holy, weekly invitation to pause and breathe.

Now, if you’re Catholic, you know that this isn’t just a day to nap. The Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us that Sunday is now the fulfillment of the Sabbath—because Jesus rose from the dead on a Sunday. It’s a day that symbolizes the new creation, the new beginning that Jesus gives us. This is why it’s called the Lord’s Day.

Going to Mass on Sunday—or Saturday evening—is not optional. It’s a holy day of obligation. That might sound strict, but think about it, God is giving you one day a week to rest, worship, and reconnect.

CCC 2180 says: The faithful are bound to participate in the Mass. And choosing not to, without a serious reason, is actually a grave sin. That’s how important it is.

And Sunday isn’t just about Mass—it’s also about rest. True, sacred rest. The Catechism says we should refrain from unnecessary work, unless it's for our family’s needs or essential services. So if you’re a nurse or first responder or someone providing for your family—you’re not being disobedient by working. But God still invites you to make space for rest, for worship, for renewal.

And let’s be honest—rest doesn’t always come naturally in today’s hustle culture. We pride ourselves on being busy. We wear exhaustion like a badge of honor. But God’s not impressed by burnout. He’s calling us into freedom.

So, here’s the real question:

What does your Sunday look like?

Do you make space for God? Do you give Him that hour at Mass?

Do you trust Him enough to believe that your to-do list can wait? That He’ll take care of the details if you put Him first?

Because honestly, the Third Commandment isn’t just a rule—it’s a rescue. It’s a holy reminder that you are not a machine. You’re a beloved child of God, and He wants you to be whole, not just productive.

So maybe this week, challenge yourself to truly live out the Sabbath. Go to Mass with your heart open. Turn off your email. Take a walk. Pray. Rest. Laugh. Breathe.

Because when we keep the Sabbath holy… it keeps us whole.

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Did you know that God started His relationship with us by doing something really vulnerable?

In Exodus chapter 3, God appears to Moses in the burning bush, and Moses asks, basically, “Okay… you want me to tell people who sent me. What’s Your name?”

And God says: “I AM who AM.”

This is more than a name. It's a revelation. God isn't just giving Moses a label—He's revealing His essence. His eternal, all-present, never-changing being. And He does it out of… trust.

And that brings us to the 2nd Commandment:

“You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.”

Now, a lot of people think this just means “don’t misuse God's name” And yeah, that’s part of it—but it’s deeper than that.

The Catechism paragraph 2143 says that God confides His name to those who believe in Him. That’s so personal. Like giving someone your deepest password. He’s saying, “I want to be known by you… but please don’t misuse what I’ve entrusted to you.”

This name is holy. And when we use it lightly or disrespectfully, it’s like we’re trampling on that sacred trust.

If someone you love shared something deeply personal with you—like a childhood wound or a secret dream—and then you joked about it in public… that would hurt, right?

That’s what we do when we throw around God’s name like it’s just another word.

CCC 2146 says the second commandment even forbids blasphemy—not just misusing God’s name, but the names of Mary and all the saints, too. These names aren’t just “religious people.” They’re family. They’re part of our spiritual household. We’re called to honor them.

And then we get into oaths.

Jesus said something that really challenges the way we speak. In the Sermon on the Mount, He says:

“You shall not swear falsely… But I say to you, do not swear at all. Let your ‘yes’ be yes and your ‘no’ be no.”

CCC 2150-2153 reminds us—oaths aren’t casual. If you swear something in God's name and don’t mean it, that's not just a lie—that’s taking His name in vain. That’s serious.

When we’re baptized—we’re marked “in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”

CCC 2156 says that God’s name sanctifies us in that moment. Like, you’re branded with heaven.

You become His.

And then—God calls each of us by name. CCC 2158 says that everyone’s name is sacred. And not just for now, but for eternity.

God doesn’t forget your name. Ever.

He says, “I see you. I know you. You’re mine.”

So when we talk about not using God’s name in vain—it’s not about rules for the sake of rules.

It’s about love.

It’s about respecting Someone who trusted us with something holy.

It’s about speaking with care. Living with reverence. Letting our words reflect the weight and beauty of the relationship we’ve been given.

So, maybe today we pause.

How do we use His name?

When we’re frustrated… when we’re joking… when we’re texting.

Are we honoring the God who loved us enough to tell us His Name?

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The First Commandment of the Ten Commandments is “I am the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt. You shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself a graven image.” Jesus in the Gospels said very clearly: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” 

It may seem like the First Commandment may be difficult to break. After all, we don’t worship statues! But if we really stop and reflect, how many of us are too attached to material things of this world? We might be too reliant on money or status, and we may value other things as more important than God. The Lord truly wants us to make him number one.

CCC 2093 says: We are called by the first commandment to have charity; we must love God above everything and all creatures. One can sin against charity through indifference (refusing to reflect on God’s divine love), ingratitude (failing to acknowledge God’s goodness), lukewarmness (negligence in responding to divine love), acedia (spiritual sloth), and hated of God which comes from pride. Not taking our faith as seriously as we ought is a sin against the first commandment. 

Another way we could break this commandment is outlined in the CCC 2110-2117. The First Commandment forbids superstition and irreligion. Superstition is a departure of the worship we give to the true God. We are commanded to reject idolatry which not only refers to pagan worship but also includes whenever one honors or reveres something that is not God in the place of God: whether this be power, pleasure, race, ancestors, government, money, or many other things. All forms of divination must be rejected including recourse to satan or demons, conjuring up the dead, consulting horoscopes or astrology, palm reading, interpretation of omens, clairvoyance phenomenon, turning to mediums, and practicing occult magic. These contradict the honor, respect, and loving fear we owe to God alone. 

CCC 2129-2132 says: While the the First Commandment states "you shall not make for yourself a graven image", the veneration of sacred images is not contrary to this law because the worship is not directed at the images themselves which are considered mere things but leads us to worship the God Incarnate. 

God our Father in heaven loves you so much, and He asks that you return that love back to Him, not only for His sake but for yours... for your salvation. When we make God our first priority, everything else falls into order and we begin to see His gifts in their proper place. 

What is it that you are clinging onto that you need to give over to God today? Let him be the center of your life and be your Lord, your Savior, and your Master. 

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The CCC 2057 states that the Ten Commandments first must be understood in the context of Exodus when God liberates his people from Egypt. By giving the Ten Commandments God is revealing His Will and thus revealing His heart to us. “In making his Will known God reveals himself to his people.” CCC 2059

The Catechism explains that it is in the New Covenant that Jesus affirms the validity of the Ten Commandments when he responds to the rich young man to keep the commandments in order to attain eternal life. In a different gospel passage when someone asks Him which one is the greatest commandment He replies you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind and the second is you shall love your neighbor as yourself. In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus not only confirms the commandments, He elevates them. 

The First three commandments include love of God and the last seven are about love of neighbor.

The Ten Commandments 

1. I am the Lord your God: you shall not have strange Gods before me.
2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.
3. Remember to keep holy the Lord’s Day. 
4. Honor your father and your mother. 
5. You shall not kill.
6. You shall not commit adultery. 
7. You shall not steal. 
8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. 
9. You shall covet tour neighbor’s wife.
10. You shall not covet your neighbor’s goods. 

The CCC 2071 explains that God has written natural law on the hearts of every human being, but God need to reveal the Ten Commandments because of our fallen human condition. He has given us His Commandments to clearly show how he wants us to live. 

These commandments can be difficult to follow but “what God commands he makes possible by his grace.“ CCC 2082

We live in a culture where some believe that there is no moral absolute. However, if we truly embrace the Ten Commandments as a sign of God’s love for us, and not His control, we can pursue the genuine freedom that He created us for. We can become truly free when we follow His Law, which is His Will and also His heart. 

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Did you know that by your baptism you have been made a priest, prophet and king and that you are able to make offerings to God? However, Jesus also established a ministerial priesthood by the sacrifice that He made once and for all.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church says that in the Old Testament God’s chosen people were a kingdom of priests and a holy nation, but He also established a priesthood from one of the twelve tribes of Levi that was set apart for liturgical practices. The Church sees this as a prefiguring of the ordained ministry of the New Testament. Jesus came to redefine what priesthood and sacrifice is and accomplish what the old priesthood could not do. (CCC 1539-1541)

“Everything that the priesthood of the Old Covenant prefigured finds its fulfillment in Christ Jesus, the one mediator between God and men.”(CCC 1544). 

Christ is the only true priest but by virtue of the sacrament of Holy Orders, the ministerial priest acts in persona Christi and is truly made like to the high priest and possess authority to act in the power and place of the person of Christ himself. (CCC 1548)

Christ’s presence in the minister is not to be understood if he were preserved from all human weakness, error, and sin. (CCC 1550). Priests are not perfect but they have a vitally important role in Christ’s Church. 

In the sacrifice of the Mass the ministerial priest make present Christ offering of himself once and for all as a spotless victim to the Father. (CCC 1566)

 Christ established the priesthood of the New Covenant by ordaining his twelve apostles, and thus ordained ministry is exercised in 3 degrees, bishops, presbyters, and deacons. (CCC 1593)

As successors of the apostles, the bishop receives the fullness of the sacrament of Holy Orders and makes him the visible head of the particular church entrusted to him. Bishops share in the responsibility and mission of the Church under the authority of the Pope, the successor of St. Peter (CCC 1594)

Ministerial priests are united with the bishops as they depend on them to exercise their pastoral functions and are called bishop’s coworkers and form the presbyterium under their bishop and receive the charge of a parish community (CCC 1595). 

Deacons are ministers ordained for tasks of service of the church and do not receive ministerial priesthood. They assist in important functions in the ministry of the word, divine worship, pastoral governance, and service of charity. (CCC 1596)

Ordination of the sacrament of Holy Orders is granted by the laying on of hands followed by a prayer of consecration asking for the graces of the Holy Spirit required for the ministry. This imprints an indelible sacramental character, meaning this can never be taken away. (CCC 1597)

Only baptized men can validly receive this sacrament. The Lord Jesus chose men to form the college of the twelve apostles and they likewise did the same as they choose their successors. The Church is therefore bound by the choice made by the Lord Himself. (CCC 1577)

One can only be called by God to receive the sacrament of Holy Orders as an unmerited gift. The Church has the responsibility and right to discern with the candidate and decide if he is called by God to this vocation. (CCC 1578) 

All ordained ministers of the Roman Catholic Church with the exception of permanent deacons are chosen from among men who live a celibate life and intend to remain celibate. They are called to consecrate themselves with an undivided heart to the Lord and give themselves entirely to God and His Church. (CCC 1579). 

Priests make it possible for you to receive and adore Jesus in the Eucharist. The devil hates Catholic priests because they bring Jesus into the world in a unique way that only they are able to do. Priests are not preserved from weakness and sin. They are imperfect just like us so we must pray and encourage our priests. Throughout the day you can make sacrifices for your priest and consider inviting him to lunch or dinner after Sunday Mass. Your support and prayers are needed for them to carry out this vital mission. 

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Jesus Christ is the divine physician of our bodies as well as our souls. In addition to the Anointing of the Sick, the Sacrament of Reconciliation is the other sacrament under the category of healing. 

James 5:16 states: “Confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed.”

The CCC states that although Christians were washed, sanctified, and justified through Baptism, humans have an inclination to sin tradition calls concupiscence and therefore we are in need of continuing conversion and purification. 

Jesus instituted the sacrament when he showed himself to his apostles on Easter when  He breathed on them and said “receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any they are retained.

Since Christ entrusted his apostles the ministry of reconciliation, bishops who are their successors, and priests, bishops’ collaborators, continue to exercise this ministry. By virtue of the sacrament of Holy Orders, priests and bishops have the power to forgive all sins in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. CCC 1461

Prior to receiving this sacrament, the penitent must make examination of conscience in the light of the word of God. The passages best suited to this can be found in the Ten Commandments, moral catechesis of the Gospels, and apostolic Letters such as the Sermon on the Mount. CCC 1454

The structure of the Sacrament of Reconciliation are first a greeting and blessing from the priest, the confession of sins to the priest, the acceptance of a penance, the absolution given by the priest, and a prayer of thanksgiving and dismissal. CCC 1480

All mortal sins of which the penitent is conscious of must be recounted. Confession of every day faults, also called venial sins, are strongly recommended to be confessed. This helps us form our conscience, fight against evil tendencies, let ourselves be healed by Christ, and progress in the life of the Spirit. By receiving the sacrament more frequently we are spurred to be merciful as our Heavenly Father is merciful. CCC 1458

Each one of the faithful is bound by an obligation to confess sins in the sacrament at least once a year. Anyone who is aware of having committed a mortal sin must not receive Holy Communion without having first received sacramental absolution unless he has a grave reason and there is no possibility of going to confession. CCC 1457

"Priests who hear the confessions are bound under very severe penalties to keep absolute secrecy regarding the sins that his penitents have confessed. This is called the sacramental seal because it must remain sealed by the sacrament." CCC 1467

“The spiritual effects of the sacrament of Penance are reconciliation with God, reconciliation with the Church, remission of the eternal punishment incurred by mortal sins, remission at least in part of temporal punishments resulting from sin, peace and serenity of conscience, spiritual consolation, and an increase of spiritual strength for the Christian battle. “ CCC 1496

Confession not only reconciles us to God it reconciles us to the Church. If you or a loved one is away from the faith, the sacrament of reconciliation is an opportunity to come back into the family of God, the Church. You are never too far gone and Jesus’ mercy will always be greater and more powerful than your sins. Some people may say, why can’t I just confess my sins directly to God?” In the sacrament of reconciliation the priest is Persona Christi and you are confessing your sins directly to Jesus. Many people have found that saying their sins out loud and hearing the absolution from the priest helps relieve the burden of shame and guilt and find true freedom. Go to confession and go often because heaven would not be the same without you. 

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God doesn’t always remove our illness and suffering but He does transform and redeem it. 

Hey it's Cathy, and here's another Catholic Kernel of Truth.

The Catholic Church offers hope and grace through the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. 

CCC states “by the sacred Anointing of the Sick the Church commends those who are ill to the suffering and glorified Lord, that he may raise them up and save them. Freely uniting them to the Passion and death of Christ.”

By Jesus‘s passion and death on the cross, He has given a new meaning to suffering: it can configure us to him and unite us with his redemptive passion.

The sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick is given to those who are ill by anointing them on the forehead and hands with blessed oil saying “through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit. May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up”

This is not a sacrament for those only who are at the point of death. If a sick person who received the anointing recovers his health, he can in the case of another grave illness receive the sacrament again: if during the same illness the person’s condition becomes more serious, the sacrament may be repeated. 

The effects of the sacrament are that one is given strength, peace, and courage to endure the sufferings of the illness, the forgiveness of sins if the person was not able to obtain it through the sacrament of Penance, the restoration of health if it is conductive to the salvation of his soul, and the preparation for passing over to eternal life. 

In addition to Anointing of the Sick the Church offers those who are about to leave this life the Eucharist which is called Viaticum. These sacraments prepare for our heavenly homeland that complete the earthly pilgrimage. 

It is beautiful that the Church allows the Anointing of the Sick even when you are not on your deathbed. I have had the opportunity to receive the Anointing of the Sick in my own life and it brought much peace and hope. If you or  someone you know is sick right now, consider encouraging them to receive this sacrament. Even if they have been away from the faith this could be their stepping stone back into the Church. This sacrament reveals that Jesus is the Divine Physician who not only wants to heal our bodies but also heal our souls so we may be with Him in heaven forever. 

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Michelle's cause was opened on November 1st, 2022. She is now on the path towards sainthood.

At SEEK24, Jake and Cathy had the special opportunity to speak with Ken and Mary Ann Duppong, the parents of Servant of God Michelle Duppong. Hear about her saintly life as she battled with cancer and passed away on Dec. 25th, 2015. She offered up every part of her suffering to Jesus on the cross, and she gives us a reminder to have extraordinary faith in our ordinary lives. You can learn more about the cause for her canonization here!

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When you feel scared to share your faith with someone, you don’t need to do it alone. The gift of the Holy Spirit has been supercharged in your soul at your Confirmation. 

The CCC states Confirmation imprints a spiritual mark of the Holy Spirit in you. The effects of confirmation are that it roots you more deeply in the divine filiation with God the Father, it unites you more firmly to Christ, it increases the gifts of the Holy Spirit in you, it renders your bond with the Church more perfect, and it gives you the strength to defend the faith by word and action as true witnesses of Christ, to confess the name of Christ boldly and never to be ashamed of the cross. The essential rights of confirmation are anointing the forehead with sacred chrism and laying on of the minister‘s hands with the words in Latin “be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit”

At Pentecost the apostles were in the upper room and the Holy Spirit descended upon them and they were strengthened to go out to make disciples of all nations. You too have that same zeal in you through your confirmation. Trust that the words  you speak about Christ are from the Holy Spirit and that He is always guiding you as you call upon Him.

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You might wonder how the Eucharist tastes like bread and wine but it is truly Jesus present. 

Jesus said “I am the living bread that came down from heaven. He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life and abides in me and I in him.” (Jn 6:51)

CCC 1324 states the Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life. The Eucharist is oriented towards all other sacraments. This means that the Eucharist must be the center of our faith because it is Jesus Himself. 

The word Eucharist comes from the Greek word “Eucharistesas” which means 'given thanks'. 

Jesus instituted the Eucharist when He took bread and had given thanks He broke it and gave it them saying “this is my body which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”And likewise the cup after supper saying “this cup which is poured out for you is the New Covenant in my blood.”

We celebrate the Eucharist in the Mass in which ordained priests concentrate the bread and wine. The elements remain the same but they are substantially changed into Christ body and blood, soul and divinity. This is called transubstantiation. Jesus is fully present under the appearance of bread and wine. 

Receiving the Eucharist is called Holy Communion because you are in communion with Christ and with the Church. 

Because Jesus is truly present in this Sacrament, the Church honors Him with the practice of adoration where the Eucharist is exposed in a monstrance and you can go and pray before Him. 

If you struggle to believe that Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist, take these concerns to Him as you sit in front of Him in the Eucharist. Ask him to deepen your belief and trust in Him. He has come to give you life, and through the Eucharist you will find this abundant life. 

The disciples even said “this teaching is hard who could accept it?” (Jn 6:60). But let us be like St. Peter and say, “To whom should we go Lord, you have the words of eternal life.” (Jn 6:68)

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Here are the 5:

-Quality Time

-Words of Affirmation

-Gift giving

-Acts of Service

-Physical Touch

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Where are you finding your identity right now? We can find our true identity as being a son or daughter of God through our Baptism. 

CCC 1213 states Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as sons and daughters of God

Jesus’ last words while on this earth were, “go therefore and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” (Mt 28:19)

Jesus has revealed how important Baptism is because through it, we are made into a new creation and become sons and daughters of God, we are given the power of Christ over the enemy, and we are born into the Church which is the path of Salvation. 

When Jesus was Baptized God the Father stated “this is my beloved son with whom I am well pleased.” (Mt 3:17)

When you were baptized God the Father also looked at you with love and said the same thing about you.  

Our baptism reminds us that our identity is not in our work, relationships, or what people think about us. Our deepest identity is being a beloved child of God though our Baptism. 

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Marriage was instituted as a sacrament meant to serve your spouse, family, and society. When we reflect on Christ's sacrifice for His bride, the Catholic Church, we can imitate His example of self-gift in our marriage. We enter into a sacred covenant that lasts until death.

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Living out your Catholic faith can be difficult, but during Jesus’ life He gave us visible signs of His invisible grace called Sacraments. These were instituted by Jesus Himself to help us receive His Grace more fully and tangibly.  

CCC 1131 states the sacraments are efficacious signs of grace instituted by Christ and entrusted to the church by which divine life is dispensed to us. 

There are seven sacraments in the church: Baptism, Confirmation, the Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. 

The Catechism states that the purpose of the sacraments is to sanctify, build up the body of Christ, and give worship to God.

Sacraments help us to receive continual graces. Imagine being in the desert, desperate for water. If we deprive ourselves of the graces Christ wants to give us in the Eucharist and Reconciliation, we’re in a sense choosing to live in the desert away from the life giving water. When we’re struggling with a particular sin or vice, continually going back to the Sacraments is what will heal us and help us to get to heaven. Never get tired of receiving what Jesus wants to give you. It’s exactly what you need."

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Cathy unpacks what prayer is and how we can always stay in communication with God! Here are 3 different types of prayer.:

1.) Vocal - direct conversation with God using words

2.) Meditative - engaging imagination to hear the Lord's voice

3.) Contemplative - resting in and receiving the Lord's gaze

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At the National Eucharistic Congress, 60,000 Catholics were inspired to share the gift of Jesus in the Eucharist with the rest of the world. You're a part of that mission!

Jake and Cathy unpack their takeaways from the congress, and they encourage you to be bold in sharing the truth about Jesus' teachings. Go where He calls you!

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Every person is carrying a cross in their life, and Jesus can use that suffering for His greater glory. He wants to hold you in His heart through whatever pain you have. Jake and Cathy share their journey of infertility and what God has been teaching them through the process. They also talk about how Servant of God Michelle Duppong has been interceding for them! You can hear her faith formation podcast here! https://bismarckdiocese.com/parish-formation-series

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Communication is an essential part of a strong Catholic marriage. Jake and Cathy share four tips that have helped them.

-Self-awareness

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-Empathy

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How can you and your future spouse make the most out of your time as an engaged couple? Jake and Cathy are here to give you their tips:

1.) Focus on preparing for your marriage, not just the wedding day.

2.) Embrace the waiting.

3.) Double down on discernment.

A helpful resource to consider!

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She is now on her way to become a saint! How did she get there?

Jessica Navin from FOCUS knew her personally and is here to witness to her ordinary, yet virtuous life.

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In this episode, Jake and Cathy examine a few of the various themes from the Barbie movie. They connect the deeper questions to Theology of the Body and the fall of humanity. (Spoilers Contained.)

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Additional Resource:

Learn more about pilgrimages with Dr. Edward Sri!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-go-on-a-pilgrimage/id1272460524?i=1000622291993

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A helpful podcast from our friends at Ascension: https://media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts/allthingscatholic//305

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Our US bishops have asked us to pray The Litany of the Sacred Heart for reparation. Jake and Cathy express their disgust with this move by the Dodgers and ask you to join them in prayer. Our Lord and Our Blessed Mother will not be mocked.

Pray the Litany here:

Lord, have mercy

Lord, have mercy

Christ, have mercy

Christ, have mercy

Lord, have mercy

Lord, have mercy

  God our Father in heaven

have mercy on us

God the Son, Redeemer of the world

have mercy on us

God the Holy Spirit

have mercy on us

Holy Trinity, one God

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, Son of the eternal Father

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, formed by the Holy Spirit in the womb of the Virgin Mother

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, one with the eternal Word

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, infinite in majesty

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, holy temple of God

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, tabernacle of the Most High

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, house of God and gate of heaven

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, aflame with love for us

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, source of justice and love

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, full of goodness and love

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, well-spring of all virtue

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, worthy of all praise

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, king and center of all hearts

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, treasure-house of wisdom and knowledge

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, in whom there dwells the fullness of God

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, in whom the Father is well pleased

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, from whose fullness we have all received

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, desire of the eternal hills

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, patient and full of mercy

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, generous to all who turn to you

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, fountain of life and holiness

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, atonement for our sins

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, overwhelmed with insults

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, broken for our sins

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, obedient even to death

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, pierced by a lance

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, source of all consolation

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, our life and resurrection

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, our peace and reconciliation

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, victim of our sins

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, salvation of all who trust in you

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, hope of all who die in you

have mercy on us

Heart of Jesus, delight of all the saints

have mercy on us

  Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world

have mercy on us

Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world

have mercy on us

Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world

have mercy on us

  Jesus, gentle and humble of heart.

Touch our hearts and make them like your own.

Let us pray.

Grant, we pray, almighty God,

that we, who glory in the Heart of your beloved Son

and recall the wonders of his love for us,

may be made worthy to receive

an overflowing measure of grace

from that fount of heavenly gifts.

Through Christ our Lord.

R/. Amen.

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