Father Joe, Celebrating Halloween can be somewhat controversial within Catholic circles. How can we, as Catholic families, help our children understand the spiritual roots of Halloween instead of just the spooky side?

Father Joe, I heard that October is the Month of the Holy Rosary. Why should Catholics pray the Rosary and how often?

Answer: First of all, thank you for your honesty. What you describe...

How can I explain to my friend that it really is the Body and Blood of Christ even though it looks like bread and wine?

Creating a Strong Foundation for Children

I really love the priests at my parish but one of them was moved to a new church this month. Why do we move priests? How do I adapt to a new priest I don’t know after years of developing a relationship with the one we had?

Navigating the Complexities of Honoring Your Parents

Pope Francis's serious health concerns have prompted many to reflect on the years of his papacy. What do you think will be his lasting legacy?

Fr. Joe, during the Jubilee Year, there seems to be a lot of talk about indulgences. Weren’t indulgences one of the causes of the Protestant Reformation? What is the Catholic teaching on indulgences, and how do I get an indulgence?

Father Joe answers how to overcome the fear and anxiety about going to confession.

Father Joe, after multiple hurricanes this season and dealing with the other stressors of my life, how can I keep my faith strong in the midst of such devastation?

Father Joe, What is Catholic teaching about IVF? Some couples desire to have children, and IVF may be their only hope.

Father Joe explores trustworthy news outlets for Catholic news.

I am worried about how life is changing and that we will rely more on computers and robots.

What’s the best way for Catholics to celebrate the Christmas Season?

As a Catholic, can I dress up and participate in Halloween festivities? Can I allow my children to go trick-or-treating?

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.