“CATHOLIC BASICS”
Brief catechetical presentations on basic Catholic topics. Often responding to frequently asked questions, or questions submitted to this website.
What Do Christians Celebrate During Holy Week?
In my latest visit to the Brett Winterble Show Brett and I discuss how Easter is more than just peeps, chocolates and colored eggs.
Thanks, Brett for including this deeply religious discussion on your show.
CATHOLIC BASICS with Fr. Bill – Tithing & Providing for the Church
PRECEPTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Precept #5
“You shall help to provide for the needs of the Church.” – Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2043
CATHOLIC BASICS with Fr. Bill – Fasting and Abstinance
PRECEPTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Precept #4
“You shall observe the days of fasting and abstinence as established by the Church.” – Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2043
What are Fasting and Abstinence?
Why is Fasting Important?
What is the Practice Today?
What is the “Rule” for Fasting and Abstinence for Adults Over the Age of 60 and Children Under the Age of 14?
CATHOLIC BASICS with Fr. Bill – How to Receive Communion
CATHOLIC BASICS with Fr. Bill – The Importance of Receiving Communion
PRECEPTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Precept #3:
“You shall receive the sacrament of the Eucharist at least during the Easter Season.” – Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2042
“CATHOLIC BASICS” with Fr. Bill – How to Go to Confession
How do Catholics go to Confession?
part 1
part 2
Part 1:
How do you Prepare to go to Confession? — Examination of Conscience
How do you Begin?
Why is it Important to Tell the Priest How Long Since Your Last Confession?
Part 2:
How do You Confess Your Sins?
What Should You Not Confess?
What is the Purpose of the Penance?
Absolution
“CATHOLIC BASICS” with Fr. Bill – Alternatives to Confession
PRECEPTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Are there Alternatives to Confessing Sins to a Priest?
How do you respond when someone insists that it is not necessary to Confess to a Priest?
Does the Bible offer an alternative?
“CATHOLIC BASICS” with Fr. Bill – Confession to a Priest
THE PRECEPTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Precept #2:
“You shall confess your sins at least once a year.” – Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2042
Why is Confession to a Priest essential for the forgiveness of sins?
Why can’t I Confess directly to God?
How does it coincide with Salvation in Christ and God’s overall plan for the salvation of souls?
Is there a Biblical precedent for Confession, and how does the Old Testament lead into the Catholic practice of Confession?
“CATHOLIC BASICS” with Fr. Bill
THE PRECEPTS OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Precept #1 :
“You shall attend Mass on Sundays and on holy days of obligation and rest from servile labor” – Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2042
