by Fr. Mark Goring, CC | Jan 16, 2023 | Faith, Fr. Mark Goring, CC
Even in our struggles, weaknesses, and falls, God is still merciful and never gives up on us. Sometimes we fall. But, the sign of a mature Christian is being able to humble yourself, repent, and keep going without losing your...
by Fr. Ken Lao, CC | Jan 15, 2023 | Faith
Homily begins at 25:50. What do you do with temptations? Do you fight it with your own strength? Every temptation is an opportunity to turn to Jesus and invite him in. Invite him into your life. Invite him into your temptations. Lord, I am powerless. Lord, I am weak....
by Admin | Nov 30, 2022 | Ask Fr. Francis, Faith
Question: What are grave sins? Answer: “Grave sin” is actually not a proper term. Traditionally, according to the catechism, we have mortal/deadly sin, or grave matters. So when you say “grave sin”, it is very ambiguous as to what exactly you are referring to. So, let... by Fr. Alex Colautti, CC | Mar 6, 2022 | Faith
Sin starts with a promise to satisfy a craving, need, or desire. But, sin is only a quick fix for our present discomfort and we inevitably pay for it later. Behind the temptation is a personal animating force of evil, the Devil. Just as God has a plan for our lives,...
by Fr. Allan MacDonald, CC | Mar 11, 2021 | Faith, Fr. Allan MacDonald, CC
Sin weighs on the structure of our lives, it can seep into us. We need to go to the sacrament of reconciliation and ask Jesus to forgive us. Jesus will shovel all the sin off before it does any damage to our spiritual...