The Priest cannot tell the people just what he likes. He is obliged to teach just what Christ taught, and which has been taught him in the Name of Christ by the infallible Catholic Church.
Radio Replies Volume 1 by Rev. Dr. Leslie Rumble MSC and Rev. Charles Mortimer Carty
Historical language and viewpoints in the original collection are preserved. For current official teaching, consult the Catechism and the Holy See.
Report an error or ask the editorMarriage, in the Catholic tradition, is not merely a contract but a sacred covenant established by God. The Church teaches that Christ elevated marriage to the status of a sacrament, making it a visible sign of God’s grace ( Matthew 19:4-6 ). This sacramental nature requires that Catholics marry in the presence of a priest or de…
Upon what do you base that outrageous assertion?
You may follow what you think to be the truth, but how do you know that it is the truth? If because you think so, is there no possibility of mistake? If you accept ideas because wise men have uttered them, remember that equally wise men have denied them. You need not be afraid of gods, devils, or clergymen, if you are sincerely …
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