How can one become more devout and passionate about faith? How do I reignite my spiritual life after many years?

Father Joe explains what Catholics should do with the remains of their loved ones.

Pope Francis did not change Catholic teaching on the death penalty in his 2018 rescript; he applied traditional teaching to present circumstances.

The simple answer to your question is that you are obligated to obey your conscience.

We are weeks into Lent, and I’ve already failed.

I never really learned how to make a good confession. Any suggestions?

I must admit, some of the music I listen to isn’t always what you would consider “clean” music. However, I listen to it because I can relate to some of the lyrics, and it helps me fit in culturally.

I know priests make a retreat each year. How about lay people? Should we make an annual retreat?

My friend, who was raised Catholic, recently went through a divorce, and this will be the first Advent Season he is spending alone without his ex-wife and children.

My teen attends a public school, and teachers present stories about Catholics doing some terrible things.

My Hispanic family has always celebrated Día de Los Muertos on All Souls Day, November 2nd.

This frequent question does not admit an easy answer.

The Three Days of Darkness derives from private revelations to saints and other holy people.

A rosary is a devotional object to aid one in prayerful contemplation of the mysteries of Christ.

I visited my grandmother, who has been struggling with dementia and is now in hospice care.

Back in May, the Pentagon released declassified photos and videos of unexplained flying objects.

Catholics avoid some meditation techniques because they are linked with non-Christian spiritualities.

Customs surrounding First Communion are often culturally driven.

Evil's existence constantly tests faith, even for people whose belief is strong.

What advice do you have for those who are already so weary and hurting as we head into Lent?

My mother-in-law is not Catholic but, when she attends Mass with us, she receives the Body of Christ.

I went to a local church, and many of the ladies there wore veils. This is not regularly practiced at my parish.

My 6th grader came home to tell me most kids in her classes at school use bad words.

Through indulgences, the Church helps the Christian Faithful do penance for the remission of sins.

A couple must acknowledge tensions in the relationship.