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General Classification Summary Description
Questions about why Catholics believe what they do and how best to answer critics or refute opposing teachings and claims.
Questions about Mary, Mother of Jesus.
Questions about Canon Law, Church discipline and the rights of Catholics.
Questions about basic Catholic teaching, catechetical programs, and how to catechize (teach the Faith) effectively.
Questions about the theology, rites, piety and law of the Eastern Churches in communion with the Holy See.
Questions on Church history, Catholic history in general, and the Catholic tradition.
Questions about the Church's liturgy for Mass and the other sacraments, and about liturgical music.
Questions about Catholic moral theology - the moral law, conscience, sin, as well as, the sexual, social, medical teachings of the Church; the impact of Catholic principles on the social order; work, professional life and business.
Questions about the moral and practical issues relating to childbirth, contraception and natural family planning.
Questions about the reasoned basis for knowledge about God, man, being and existence, morality and other branches of the "love of Wisdom," as the ancients called philosophy.
Questions about abortion and other life issues, the pro-life cause, and pro-life strategy.
Questions about Divine Revelation, especially as found in Scripture, and theology.
Public questions on Catholic spirituality, moral and spiritual problems, living a Catholic life, and spiritual growth.
(not covered elsewhere)
 

Apologetics: Defending the Faith...........
Questions about why Catholics believe
what they do and how best to answer
critics or refute opposing teachings
and claims.

What would a society under Catholic law be like?
Why celebrate St. John Lateran church?
What is Venial Sin?
Why is suicide so bad?
Are Catholics also Christians?
Why does the Church need to validate what I received as a Protestant?
Why not ordain women?
What about 'altar girls' ?
Why did women used to wear veils in church?
What has happened to the Catholics in America?
Why would God create someone to be eternally damned?
Is Pontius Pilate condemned?
Why did Jesus 'descend into hell' ?
Aren't all denominations "Churches" and equal?
What's with this 'Apostolic Succession' stuff?
Tell me a little about the break with the Orthodox Church
What is unique about Catholicism?
If Jesus was poor, why is the Pope so rich?
Why isn't the Gospel of Thomas in the Bible?
Why do Catholics not eat meat on Friday?
Where in the Bible are we told to not eat meat on Friday?
Is it true that Bible study should be left to the 'experts' ?
Why should we study Scripture?
What is form criticism?
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 1
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 2
Where in the Bible does it say that we are 'saved by faith alone' ?
I'm saved by faith, but do I need to do more?
What is the 'Seal of the Confessional'?
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 1)
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 2)
Is there instant Sainthood?
What is a Plenary Indulgence?
Are indulgences like brownie points in heaven?
Do you sell indulgences - those 'free passes' to Heaven?
Who can consecrate the eucharist?
Why did Jesus use bread for the eucharist?
Do I have to receive communion?
Is communion necessary under both species?
Who can receive Holy Communion?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
Can I receive communion more than once a day?
Is it OK to share Communion with little children & non-Catholics?
Which is better, Communion in the hand or on the tongue?
Should we sit or kneel or stand after communion?
When does the clock start on my Fast?
What does the word 'Eucharist' mean?
Shouldn't Catholics be allowed to vote on what we believe?
Liturgy means 'work of the people' so can we can change the Mass?
How old is the world?
Was Jesus married?
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 1
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 2
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 3
Is the History Channel correct about the evil Spanish Inquisition?
How was the Spanish Inquisition a 'real life saver' ?
Why whitewash the atrocities of the Spanish Inquisition?
Is the Bible or the Discovery Channel right about the three kings?
Is the movie 'The Passion Of The Christ' 100% true and factual?
Isn't the story of the magi just a literary device?
Was Jesus actually born on December 25th?
Must I be 'born again' to enter the Kingdom of Heaven?
What about the 'Building the Kingdom of God' retreat brochure?
Why venerate relics?
Why do Catholics worship statues and old bones of saints?
What's with Santa Muerte?
Jesus is the only mediator, why pray to Mary or the saints?
If there is only one mediator -- Jesus -- why have others pray for us?
Do you really believe in miracles?
Do Jews reject Jesus because there is no peace & prosperity?
Why is the Catholic Church so opposed to stem cell research?
Is an Annulment a 'Catholic divorce' ?
Did Mother Teresa lose her faith?



Blessed Virgin Mary.................................
Questions about Mary, Mother of Jesus.

Jesus is the only mediator, why pray to Mary or the saints?
Is Mary's genealogy stated in the Gospel of Luke?
Why isn't the Assumption of Mary in scripture?
Was Mary always a virgin?
How is Mary 'All Holy' ?
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 1
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 2



Canon Law..................................................
Questions about Canon Law, Church 
discipline and the rights of Catholics.

Why not ordain women?
What about 'altar girls' ?
What is the 'Seal of the Confessional'?
What is a Cardinal?
What is a Cardinal? - expanded answer
What's with this 'Apostolic Succession' stuff?
Who can consecrate the eucharist?
Why did Jesus use bread for the eucharist?
Who can receive Holy Communion?
Do I have to receive communion?
Is communion necessary under both species?
Can I receive communion more than once a day?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
When does the clock start on my Fast?
Is it OK to share Communion with little children & non-Catholics?
Should we sit or kneel or stand after communion?
Should I raise my hands at Mass during the Our Father?
Shouldn't we talk in Church to build up the community?
What's wrong with talking to my neighbor in church?
Shouldn't Catholics be allowed to vote on what we believe?
Is "canon law" a military term from 16th century religious wars?
Did the Vatican Council prohibited the Latin Mass & priests facing wall?
Why bring back the Old Mass? - - - Part 1
Why bring back the Old Mass? - - - Part 2
Should it be called the Tridentine Mass or Latin Mass or Old Mass?
Why should we study Scripture?
Liturgy means 'work of the people' so can we can change the Mass?
What if it is a Latin Mass of a schismatic sect?
How soon are we going back to Latin and the true Church?
Why do we always have the same old boring communion wafers?
Why does the Church need to validate what I received as a Protestant?
Why is the Catholic Church so opposed to stem cell research?
Is an Annulment a 'Catholic divorce' ?
Why were those nuns excommunicated?
What is an Imprimatur?
What is a Plenary Indulgence?



Catholic Doctrine and Catechetics.........
Questions about basic Catholic teaching, 
catechetical programs, and how to catechize
(teach the Faith) effectively.

What is Venial Sin?
Why is suicide so bad?
How is abortion like slavery?
Why isn't the Gospel of Thomas in the Bible?
What has happened to the Catholics in America?
What would a society under Catholic law be like?
Why would God create someone to be eternally damned?
Is Pontius Pilate condemned?
Why did Jesus 'descend into hell' ?
Don't you like those 'feel good' funerals?
Is it true that Bible study should be left to the 'experts' ?
Why should we study Scripture?
What is form criticism?
What is unique about Catholicism?
Why does the Church need to validate what I received as a Protestant?
What is the 'Seal of the Confessional'?
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 1)
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 2)
Who can consecrate the eucharist?
Why did Jesus use bread for the eucharist?
Do I have to receive communion?
Is communion necessary under both species?
Who can receive Holy Communion?
Can I receive communion more than once a day?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
Is it OK to share Communion with little children & non-Catholics?
Which is better, Communion in the hand or on the tongue?
Should we sit or kneel or stand after communion?
When does the clock start on my Fast?
What does the word Eucharist mean?
Why not ordain women?
What about 'altar girls' ?
Why did women used to wear veils in church?
Shouldn't Catholics be allowed to vote on what we believe?
Liturgy means 'work of the people' so can we can change the Mass?
Shouldn't we talk in Church to build up the community?
What's wrong with talking to my neighbor in church?
How old is the world?
Was Jesus married?
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 1
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 2
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 3
Is the Bible or the Discovery Channel right about the three kings?
Isn't the story of the magi just a literary device?
Must I be 'born again' to enter the Kingdom of Heaven?
Why do Catholics not eat meat on Friday?
Where in the Bible are we told to not eat meat on Friday?
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 1
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 2
Where in the Bible does it say that we are 'saved by faith alone' ?
I'm saved by faith, but do I need to do more?
Aren't all denominations "Churches" and equal?
What's with this 'Apostolic Succession' stuff?
Tell me a little about the break with the Orthodox Church
Jesus is the only mediator, why pray to Mary or the saints?
If there is only one mediator -- Jesus -- why have others pray for us?
What do the terms 'Easter Duty' and 'Charismatic Renewal' mean?
Why is the Catholic Church so opposed to stem cell research?
Is there no more Limbo, or is Limbo just in Limbo for now?
Is there instant Sainthood?
Is an Annulment a 'Catholic divorce' ?



Eastern Catholic Churches.....................
Questions about the theology, rites, 
piety and law of the Eastern Churches in
communion with the Holy See.

Tell me a little about the break with the Orthodox Church



History and the Catholic Tradition.........
Questions on Church history, Catholic history
in general, and the Catholic tradition.

Why celebrate St. John Lateran church?
Why did women used to wear veils in church?
Why not ordain women?
What about 'altar girls' ?
Why do we genuflect?
What is the history of genuflection?
Should I raise my hands at Mass during the Our Father?
Does my novena count?
Are Catholics also Christians?
What is unique about Catholicism?
Aren't all denominations "Churches" and equal?
What's with this 'Apostolic Succession' stuff?
Tell me a little about the break with the Orthodox Church
Jesus is the only mediator, why pray to Mary or the saints?
If there is only one mediator -- Jesus -- why have others pray for us?
What is a Cardinal?
What is a Cardinal? - expanded answer
Do you really believe in miracles?
Why isn't the Gospel of Thomas in the Bible?
Why do Catholics not eat meat on Friday?
Where in the Bible are we told to not eat meat on Friday?
Why we bless ourselves with holy water?
Don't you like those 'feel good' funerals?
Is there no more Limbo, or is Limbo just in Limbo for now?
Are indulgences like brownie points in heaven?
Do you sell indulgences - those 'free passes' to Heaven?
Which is better, Communion in the hand or on the tongue?
Who can consecrate the eucharist?
Why did Jesus use bread for the eucharist?
Do I have to receive communion?
Is communion necessary under both species?
Can I receive communion more than once a day?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
Should we sit or kneel or stand after communion?
How old is the world?
Was Jesus married?
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 1
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 2
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 3
Is the History Channel correct about the evil Spanish Inquisition?
How was the Spanish Inquisition a 'real life saver' ?
Why whitewash the atrocities of the Spanish Inquisition?
Is the Bible or the Discovery Channel right about the three kings?
Isn't the story of the magi just a literary device?
What is form criticism?
Was Jesus actually born on December 25th?
Must I be 'born again' to enter the Kingdom of Heaven?
Why venerate relics?
Why do Catholics worship statues and old bones of saints?
Where do votive candles come from?
What's with Santa Muerte?
Is Mary's genealogy stated in the Gospel of Luke?
Why isn't the Assumption of Mary in scripture?
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 1
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 2
What do the terms 'Easter Duty' and 'Charismatic Renewal' mean?
Is there room for personal revelation at Mass?
Isn't the Latin Mass anti-Semitic?
Was Pope Pius XII an anti-Semite?
You say a lot about devils, How 'bout them Angels?
What do you think of the Bayside prophecies?
Why do we call it 'Good' Friday?



Liturgy and Sacred Music.........................
Questions about the Church's liturgy for
Mass and the other sacraments, and
about liturgical music.

Why not ordain women?
What about 'altar girls' ?
Why do we have more Latin in the English Mass?
Why do we genuflect?
Don't you like those 'feel good' funerals?
Did Vatican Council prohibited the Latin Mass & priests facing wall?
Why bring back the Old Mass? - - - Part 1
Why bring back the Old Mass? - - - Part 2
Should it be called the Tridentine Mass or Latin Mass or Old Mass?
What if it is a Latin Mass of a schismatic sect?
Should I raise my hands at Mass during the Our Father?
Why are we chanting more and singing fewer hymns?
Shouldn't we talk in Church to build up the community?
What's wrong with talking to my neighbor in church?
Who can consecrate the eucharist?
Why did Jesus use bread for the eucharist?
Do I have to receive communion?
Is communion necessary under both species?
Who can receive Holy Communion?
Can I receive communion more than once a day?
Is it OK to share Communion with little children & non-Catholics?
Which is better, Communion in the hand or on the tongue?
When does the clock start on my Fast?
Should we sit or kneel or stand after communion?
What does the word 'Eucharist' mean?
Why do we always have the same old boring communion wafers?
Liturgy means 'work of the people' so can we can change the Mass?
How soon are we going back to Latin and the true Church?
Tell me a little about the break with the Orthodox Church
Isn't the Latin Mass anti-Semitic?
Is there room for personal revelation at Mass?
Where do votive candles come from?
Why celebrate St. John Lateran church?



Moral Theology.........................................
Questions about Catholic moral theology - the
moral law, conscience, sin, as well as, the 
sexual, social, medical teachings of the Church;
the impact of Catholic principles on the social
order; work, professional life and business.

What would a society under Catholic law be like?
How is abortion like slavery?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
What is Venial Sin?
What is the 'Seal of the Confessional'?
Why is suicide so bad?
Are indulgences like brownie points in heaven?
What has happened to the Catholics in America?
What is form criticism?
Does my novena count?
Shouldn't Catholics be allowed to vote on what we believe?
Why is the Catholic Church so opposed to stem cell research?



Natural Family Planning............................
Questions about the moral and practical 
issues relating to childbirth, contraception 
and natural family planning.

You say Respect Life, what about choice?
What has happened to the Catholics in America?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
How is abortion like slavery?



Philosophy..................................................
Questions about the reasoned basis for
knowledge about God, man, being and 
existence, morality and other branches of
the "love of Wisdom," as the ancients 
called philosophy.

How is abortion like slavery?
Are indulgences like brownie points in heaven?
What is a Plenary Indulgence?
Does my novena count?
Who can receive Holy Communion?
Why did Jesus 'descend into hell' ?
Is Pontius Pilate condemned?
Don't you like those 'feel good' funerals?
What has happened to the Catholics in America?
What would a society under Catholic law be like?
Why does the Church need to validate what I received as a Protestant?
Do you sell indulgences - those 'free passes' to Heaven?
Why is the Catholic Church so opposed to stem cell research?
Do I have to receive communion?
Is it OK to share Communion with little children & non-Catholics?
Shouldn't Catholics be allowed to vote on what we believe?
Is there no more Limbo, or is Limbo just in Limbo for now?
I'm saved by faith, but do I need to do more?
Is it true that Bible study should be left to the 'experts' ?
Why should we study Scripture?
What is form criticism?
Why is suicide so bad?
What is Venial Sin?



Pro-Life Issues..........................................
Questions about abortion and other
life issues, the pro-life cause, and
pro-life strategy.

How is abortion like slavery?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
Why is the Catholic Church so opposed to stem cell research?
What has happened to the Catholics in America?
You say Respect Life, what about choice?
Why is suicide so bad?



Scripture, Divine Revelation...................
Questions about Divine Revelation,
especially as found in Scripture, and theology.

What would a society under Catholic law be like?
Who can consecrate the eucharist?
Why did Jesus use bread for the eucharist?
Why did Jesus 'descend into hell' ?
Why isn't the Gospel of Thomas in the Bible?
What is the 'Seal of the Confessional'?
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 1)
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 2)
Why do Catholics not eat meat on Friday?
Where in the Bible are we told to not eat meat on Friday?
Where in the Bible does it say that we are 'saved by faith alone' ?
Is it true that Bible study should be left to the 'experts' ?
Why should we study Scripture?
What is form criticism?
What is a Syrophoenician?
How old is the world?
Was Jesus married?
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 1
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 2
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 3
Is the Bible or the Discovery Channel right about the three kings?
Is the movie 'The Passion Of The Christ' 100% true and factual?
Isn't the story of the magi just a literary device?
Was Jesus actually born on December 25th?
Is Mary's genealogy stated in the Gospel of Luke?
Why isn't the Assumption of Mary in scripture?
What about the 'Building the Kingdom of God' retreat brochure?
Do Jews reject Jesus because there is no peace & prosperity?
You say a lot about devils, How 'bout them Angels?
What do you think of the Bayside prophecies?



Spiritual Theology & Questions..............
Public questions on Catholic spirituality, 
moral and spiritual problems, living a Catholic
life, and spiritual growth.

I'm saved by faith, but do I need to do more?
What has happened to the Catholics in America?
What would a society under Catholic law be like?
Why does the Church need to validate what I received as a Protestant?
Why would God create someone to be eternally damned?
Is Pontius Pilate condemned?
Why did Jesus 'descend into hell' ?
Does my novena count?
Don't you like those 'feel good' funerals?
Is there instant Sainthood?
What is Venial Sin?
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 1)
Why confess to another person?   (Answer - Part 2)
Did Mother Teresa lose her faith?
What is a Plenary Indulgence?
Are indulgences like brownie points in heaven?
Do you sell indulgences - those 'free passes' to Heaven?
Do I have to receive communion?
Is communion necessary under both species?
Who can receive Holy Communion?
Can a pro-abortion politician receive communion?
Can I receive communion more than once a day?
Is it OK to share Communion with little children & non-Catholics?
Shouldn't Catholics be allowed to vote on what we believe?
Liturgy means 'work of the people' so can we can change the Mass?
Why not ordain women?
What about 'altar girls' ?
Shouldn't we talk in Church to build up the community?
What's wrong with talking to my neighbor in church?
How soon are we going back to Latin and the true Church?
Tell me a little about the break with the Orthodox Church
Why bring back the Old Mass? - - - Part 1
Why bring back the Old Mass? - - - Part 2
Should it be called the Tridentine Mass or Latin Mass or Old Mass?
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 1
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 2
Why venerate relics?
Why do Catholics worship statues and old bones of saints?
What's with Santa Muerte?
Why do Catholics not eat meat on Friday?
Where in the Bible are we told to not eat meat on Friday?
Is the movie 'The Passion Of The Christ' 100% true and factual?
What do the terms 'Easter Duty' and 'Charismatic Renewal' mean?
Is there room for personal revelation at Mass?
Is there no more Limbo, or is Limbo just in Limbo for now?
Aren't all denominations "Churches" and equal?
Jesus is the only mediator, why pray to Mary or the saints?
If there is only one mediator -- Jesus -- why have others pray for us?
If Jesus was poor, why is the Pope so rich?
Is an Annulment a 'Catholic divorce' ?
Do you really believe in miracles?
You say a lot about devils, How 'bout them Angels?
What is an Imprimatur?
How old is the world?
Was Jesus married?
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 1
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 2
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 3
Is it true that Bible study should be left to the 'experts' ?
Why should we study Scripture?
What is form criticism?
Why is suicide so bad?
How is abortion like slavery?



General Questions...................................
(not covered elsewhere)

What would a society under Catholic law be like?
What are those yellow flags with blue crowns and Hebrew words?
Is Apocalypto an anti Native American movie made by an anti-Semite?
Was Pope Pius XII an anti-Semite?
Isn't the Latin Mass anti-Semitic?
Was Jesus married?
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 1
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 2
I heard Jesus wasn't real! --- Answer Part 3
Is the movie 'The Passion Of The Christ' 100% true and factual?
Is the History Channel correct about the evil Spanish Inquisition?
Do Jews reject Jesus because there is no peace & prosperity?
What about the 'Building the Kingdom of God' retreat brochure?
Did Mother Teresa lose her faith?
Why were those nuns excommunicated?
What's with Santa Muerte?
Did you hear Dumbledore is gay?
Whatchoo talkin' 'bout demonic?
Let's look at Harry Potter again
A Last Look At Harry Potter
Where do votive candles come from?
What do you think of the Bayside prophecies?
If Jesus was poor, why is the Pope so rich?
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 1
Why do we have to go to church on New Years? --- Part 2
Why do we call it 'Good' Friday?
What is a Syrophoenician?
Does my novena count?
Don't you like those 'feel good' funerals?
Tell me a little about the break with the Orthodox Church


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