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I’m a Widow — Is It OK That I Watch Mass at Home?
Q: I lost my spouse and moved out of the state. I tried to attend the local church and didn’t feel right. Am I committing a sin for not attending? I do watch TV Mass or EWTN or Mass on YouTube. Keeping my faith is the only thing I have to hold me together. I hope I’m doing something right. — K. Answered by Fr. Edward McIlmail, LC: Please accept my condolences on the death of your husband. May Our Lord rest his soul. There is still one man with you who loves you dearly and who wants you close ...
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“Ask a Priest: Does the Host Contain the Body and Blood of Christ?”
Q: My adult son is questioning why the Blood of Jesus is not offered at every Mass as Jesus requested. “Do this in memory of me” – he said it for both the bread and the wine separately. Please help me explain why we only receive the host (I’ve told ...
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“Ask a Priest: Unmarried, I Feel Stuck. What Do I Do?”
Q: I am in my early 30s and unmarried. I have always wanted to have a family, but I keep thinking lately that God wants something else for me, like religious or consecrated life, and that makes me sad, mad, frustrated and bitter. I don’t want to be forced to ...
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“Ask a Priest: What Can I Do About My Jealousy?”
Q: How do I handle jealousy? I am jealous of others who have more faith than I do. Thank you. – J. Answered by Fr. Edward McIlmail, LC A: A good first step to overcoming jealousy is to remember that all good things come from God. If a person is charitable, ...
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“Ask a Priest: When receiving a blessing at Communion, what is the proper response?”
Q: I am 60 years old. Recently I started the RCIA. I hope to be confirmed sometime around Easter. I understand and accept the fact that I cannot participate in Communion until I have been confirmed. However, I do rise and receive the priest’s blessing. I have a United Methodist ...
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“Ask a Priest: What If I Was a Godparent for a Protestant?”
Q: I came into the Church more than a dozen years ago (I was formerly Lutheran). I have a Protestant nephew who is my godchild. I attended his baptism, which might have been a couple of months after my confirmation (I honestly cannot recall). When I was asked by my ...
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“Ask a Priest: I’m Jewish and Interested in Jesus. Any Advice?”
Q: My family are non-practicing Jews, I personally don’t follow any of their customs, but I’ve grown up in a Christian society. I do consider Christ to be the son of God but not the Messiah. I’m not sure what path to follow. Do you have any advice? – Oscar ...
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“Ask a Priest: Should I Vote for Whomever Is Pro-life?”
Q: As a Catholic, shouldn’t I be voting for whomever is pro-life for president? I’m very concerned about the choices out there and not sure if I should just “throw away my vote” this time around. Thank you for your time. – Tammy. Answered by Fr. Edward McIlmail, LC A: ...
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“Ask a Priest: Is It OK to Be Gay and Catholic?”
Q: Since around age 10 I have had feelings for men. I have always tried to deny it, and I have tried to pray for it always to be changed. My feelings have never changed, but no one knows about it. I still don’t want to accept it. My family ...
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