Dear members of the Body of Christ on earth,
Another month has come to an end. Like every previous month, it has been very productive. I thank the Holy Spirit for guiding me to spiritual material that I believe will benefit many of the Catholic Doors Ministry visitors.
This past month, emphasis was placed on the Liturgy and the Sacraments. Below, you will find links to many new subjects that will be beneficial to the spiritual growth of those who are not familiar with the meaning of Lent, Easter, the Liturgy, the Sacraments, etc... I pray that you will all have the opportunity to share with others this newly gained knowledge regarding the catholic faith.
May I take this opportunity to wish you all a joyful Easter. By the grace of God, may it be full of blessings for you and your loved ones.
A reminder to those who do not receive the Sacrament of Confession on a regular basis. The Church recommends that you attend to this matter during the next few days so you will be in a state of grace to receive the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist on Easter Sunday.
Let us remain united in prayers for the Church, the Holy Father, all our priests, the faithful, our families and friends. God bless you all!
In the love of Jesus,
Jonn,
webmaster.
Catholic Doors Ministry
P.O. Box 7615
Saskatoon, SK
S7K 4R4, Canada
February 29, 2008
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ARTICLE
Does God Speak To Us? Have you ever asked yourself that question? Follow the link below to a short reading on the matter. Based on a true event:
http://www.catholicdoors.com/misc/doesgodspeaktous.htm
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (F.A.Q.)
During the month of February, 2008, 3 answers were given on the following subjects:
3 Callings Of The Catholic,
40 Days of Lent,
50 Days of Easter.
To review the answer to any of the above, please visit:
http://www.catholicdoors.com/faq/index.htm
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LENT AND EASTER
Lent and Easter, what do they represent? What is the meaning of all the symbolic things that we see during the liturgy, the candles, the ashes, the lilies, the singing of the Alleluia, etc...?
This month, I have uploaded information on all the subjects that follow:
Lent:
Ash Wednesday,
Fasting And Abstinence,
Stations of the Cross During Lent,
The Alleluia During Lent,
Why The Date Of Easter Changes Every Year,
Palms: Tradition,
Holy Oils... what are they used for?
Easter:
Passion (Palm) Sunday and The Sacred Triduum,
Holy Thursday,
Holy Friday,
Easter Vigil,
Easter Lilies,
Easter Candle # 2,
Easter Lamb,
Easter Eggs.
You may read the short explanation on all of the above at:
http://www.catholicdoors.com/misc/lent.htm
Take the time to read the above! Become spiritually educated on the subjects that concern the Catholic Church and your living faith in Christ.
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LITURGY
At the following link, you will find an introduction to the liturgy that is found in the Holy Mass. This is another educational article for those who desire spiritual growth in their faith.
http://www.catholicdoors.com/misc/mass.htm
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IS IT CATHOLIC
Throughout the year, visitors write to ask me, "What is the position of the Catholic Church regarding the alleged mystic Vassula Ryden?" The Catholic Church has recently written another letter on the matter. You may find it by following the link below:
http://www.catholicdoors.com/isit/index.htm
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PRAYERS
I have added 7 new prayers on the website. They are related to illness. You may review these prayers by going half way down the webpage at the link found just below the prayer titles:
Before Surgery,
After Surgery,
For The Sick Person,
For The Chronically Ill,
For A Sick Child,
For Family And Friends,
For Those Who Care For The Sick.
http://www.catholicdoors.com/prayers/prayers-s.htm
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SACRAMENTS
Not everyone understands who qualifies for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Nor does everyone understand that there are restrictions related to Communal Confessions. To read on those topics, click on the links below:
Anointing Of The Sick
http://www.catholicdoors.com/misc/anointing.htm
Penitential Rite: Communal Confession
http://www.catholicdoors.com/misc/confession.htm
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