Blog | Year of Faith
Lose the Faith?
Dear Sister Benedicta Marie, Sometimes I struggle in understanding God or some of the teachings of the Church. Does this mean I’ve lost my faith? How does one lose faith? Can faith be restored if it has been lost?
read moreWill We Still Have Faith in Heaven?
To understand the answer to this question it would first be necessary to understand heaven, purgatory and hell.
read moreThe Joy of Being Catholic
My heart swells at the thought that there is truly something singularly unique and special about the Catholic faith.
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Prayer or good works?
Growing up, I was taught that we needed to “pray, pray, pray” in order to save our souls. But recently, a friend told me that we need to do good works instead. Which is more important: prayer or good works?
read moreFamily Faith Festival
April 20, 2013 | The Carmelite Sisters invite you to a Celebration of Faith at Santa Teresita. Come and enjoy a day of faith, music, worship, games, food, and fun!
read moreIsn’t It Enough to Believe in Jesus?
Do I really have to believe all the other things the Catholic Church teaches?
read moreHow to Live the Year of Faith
Throughout life, we are all faced with difficult times. As we journey through these times of struggle, we come to realize that our world is not perfect and discover within ourselves a yearning for something greater, a desire, a hope for more than this passing world offers.
read moreFaith & Suffering
There is so much suffering in the world. Why does God allow people to suffer, especially good people? What is the relationship, if any, to faith and suffering?
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