What role might artificial intelligence play in catechesis?Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: Can an artificial intelligence program licitly receive the Sacrament of Holy Orders? And regardless, what role do you think AI might be able to play in catechesis, if any? (Bridgeport, CT) A: No, ...
What's going on with the Latin Mass? Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: What's going on with the Latin Mass, and why do some priests like to celebrate it while others don't? (Ocean View, DE) A: It's good to keep in mind that priests are human beings who, like the rest ...
What is the church's position on the treatment of animals?Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: What is the church's position on the treatment of animals? My vegetarian friend believes it is immoral to kill animals even for food. We recently hired an exterminator to eliminate rodents. This friend ...
Is there still responsibility for past sins after confession? Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: I have a confession question. I have heard that past sins, either venial or mortal, even after confessing them stay with you somewhat and only "really" get dismissed after your soul is scrubbed clean ...
Why does a paschal candle holder have bee artwork?Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: In my parish, we have an antique candle holder for the paschal candle. The design on the candle stand looks like it has some sort of insect, and so my six-year-old asked me why there were "bugs on ...
Should Jesus be depicted on crucifixes as alive or dead? Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: I have a friend who observed that some crucifixes depict the Savior with his eyes open and some depict him with his eyes closed. He wants to know which is correct -- alive or dead? (Lakeland, FL) A: ...
Why isn't a pro-life petition part of the Prayer of the Faithful for every Mass?Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: If, indeed, abortion is the church's preeminent issue, then why don't we hear a pro-life petition as part of the Prayer of the Faithful at every Mass? A: Many parishes do include a pro-life intention ...
Does the Polish National Catholic Church have a valid celebration of the Eucharist? Jenna Marie Cooper
Q: I greatly enjoyed a recent article about our Orthodox brothers and sisters having a valid celebration of the Eucharist. My question is, can the same be said of the Polish National Catholic Church (PNCC)? ...
