What happens at a first communion? A First Communion is a rite of passage also known as the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist and is a celebration of a child’s decision to follow the teachings of the Catholic Church. He/She will eat the Bread of Life (or a “host” – a round white wafer made […]
When did Ireland become Roman Catholic? 5th century Was Ireland originally Catholic or Protestant? The Republic of Ireland is historically a Catholic country and a large majority of the Irish are Catholics . However, the majority of the Northern Irish have forefathers who emigrated from England and Scotland and these two countries have been Protestant […]
Why did the Church of England split from the Catholic Church? In 1532, he wanted to have his marriage to his wife, Catherine of Aragon, annulled. When Pope Clement VII refused to consent to the annulment, Henry VIII decided to separate the entire country of England from the Roman Catholic Church . Henry VIII established […]
Can I throw away a Bible? Many Christians believe that it is the contents of the Bible that makes it sacred, not the paper and ink, and therefore the Bible can be disposed of like any other book. Before disposing of your Bible , take a moment to thumb through it, checking for notes or […]
What is the purpose of the sacrament of reconciliation? This is also known as confession . In the Roman Catholic Church people go to confession to say sorry for the wrong (sin) in their lives and to experience God’s healing through forgiveness. Confession also permits reconciliation with the Church, which is wounded by the sins […]