Explore the complexities of patriotism and its virtues in this insightful discussion. Fr. Miguel A. Fuentes, IVE, delves into the nuances of love for one’s homeland, the importance of service, and the balance between national pride and criticism. Discover the true essence of patriotism and its significance in today’s world.
Question: We are sending this mail to ask if you know the etymology, or the exact origin of the word “mass”. We have tried to find out, and the only thing we have learned is that this word ‘does not belong to Latin’. We are very interested to know if
Question: Dear brother in Christ, I am an assiduous reader of the Bible, but I recognize that I find things in it that I cannot explain. One of those is the expression “The Son of Man”. Jesus says that He is the Son of Man; does that mean that He
Question: I need to know how dangerous the practice of Yoga gymnastics is for a Christian. What are the risks for me as a Christian believer, since this practice is freely offered in parishes, schools, etc. It is also recommended by Catholic priests (e.g. Fr. Antony de Melo and Fr.
Question: Dear Fr. Fuentes, I was just assailed by a doubt yesterday when I listened to a radio program where the topic of “Liberation Theology” was mentioned. It sounded to me like something that is not very accepted by the Catholic Church. Could you let me know if I am
Question: Does someone who has taken their own life have a chance of going to heaven? Response: What prevents a person from entering heaven or not (i.e., to be saved or not) is to die in a state of grace, in other words, to die without mortal sin. For someone
Question: Could you recommend a book to help me deepen my prayer, so that I can make it come alive? Patricia (from Mexico) Response: Dear Patricia, There are two books that will you help you a lot in prayer: Saint Alphonsus: Prayer: The Great Means of Grace Saint Francis de
Question: The question I wish to pose to you may seem a bit particular, but it is about the virtue of hope: in our times, what attitudes or things can we consider as threats to Christian hope? Response: When you speak to me of “Christian hope”, I understand that you
Question: Inquiry: Dear Father, I am writing to you from Brazil. I believe in the Holy Bible as the Word of God; but regarding Satan, I would like you to make some clarifications for me: Does the devil know what we think? Does he hear what we say? Is there
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