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I think this is a very interesting question...firstly, I don't think animals have an immortal soul, so that would probably rule them out. But from what I understand, animals are of this world to help us...work, food, clothing, companionship etc. I can't think of a reason why they would "need"...

That's just it...the Church has not made a definite statement regarding embyonic adoption after 8 years. I certainly do understand their hesitancy...Infertility is such a difficult and sensitive issue. I think this is where the problem is arising. As a woman, I know that if I were infertile...

I resisted responding to this thread for a long time...LOL. But since the Protestants and the media ie. The Left Behind Series, there has been so much publication of these FALSE beliefs. I grew up a Protestant and converted almost 10 years ago, so I had a lot of work to do in "undoing" the...

Since I posted this question this morning I have done a little research on line about this. I even checked out the web site for the Snowflakes adoption program, which helps parents adopt embryos. Since this problem first arose in 1997, the Church has made no official statement regarding what...

We moved from Alabama to Pennsylvania about 6 months ago. We have been so blessed in both places to have a wonderful courageous young priest and also a very seasoned one. Our parish priest in Al was very conservative and took his role very seriously. He often spoke to us during Mass and after...

Last week at Mass I picked up a Pro-Life magazine on my way out. The magazine itself is very interesting, including many articles and news from around the world and from other "denominations." One particular article involved the fairly new and somewhat controversial practice of embryonic...

A married man can become a Deacon and can service the local parish in many capacities. However, a married man does not have to be a Deacon to serve. Their are many, many opportunities for married people in local parishes. Personally, I am very grateful for a celibate priesthood!! Cindylou

Kayanne, I haven't posted here in awhile (been very busy with 4 children and disabled mother). But I did think this was worth discussing for at least a couple of reasons. Many non-Catholics really just don't understand the Church's teaching on ABC especially under difficult circumstances such...

Thought I should respond to this for a couple of reasons...1) I lived in south Alabama most of my life until just recently and 2) I think this country MUST address the race issue once and for all, especially if the Dems want to remain a political force in this country. I can assure you that the...

Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Six. CCC 2399 states "The regulation of births represents one of the aspects of responsible fatherhood and motherhood. Legitimate intentions on the part of the spouses do not justify recourse to morally unacceptable means (for example, direct...

I'm in Sayre.:wave: Love it here, but snow....yikes! Need 4WD.;)

I live in Northern PA. We had a little dust this morning too. But it's gone now. We've just moved here from Alabama so I am both excited and a little nervous!!

Carrie, I agree. My Catholicism makes me who I am. It guides me in dealing with the world and all people and situations in it. I do not see myself in the Protestant terms---"it's between me and God." In that light, I believe there are many differences in denominations. I am a convert so...

Wow, what a question!! We have 4 children; our oldest is on the verge of teenagerdom. He is going through so many changes and yes that is so scary to us as parents. But we pray always that we have built a firmer foundation than any one the world has to offer. We continue to pray that he...

I look to Mother Theresa as an example. She simply loved people as Christ commanded us and look what happened!!! That truly is what I try to do. I'll leave the "converting" up to God!!! Cindylou

This definitely is an answered prayer!! I continue to pray for the lost lives of babies and the souls of the mother's who grieve for them. Somewhere along the way of becoming "modern" Americans we forgot that God remains supreme. I am so glad that we have a leader and more law makers who will...

I know that his brother Jeb and Jeb's wife are Catholic. Jeb's wife is particularly devoted to OLPH. In fact, during 2000's election she offered Novena's during the re-count and we know how that turned out!! Most likely guess is that the icon came either from Jeb or perhaps from one of his...

What sins are ok to vote for?!? I think we should rephrase this question a bit. We should all be praying to avoid the occasion of sin, but I do think I understand this question. This political year has really brought this discussion out in the open...is abortion ok or not ok? Is homosexual...

I selected #3. This seemed liked the best option. I believe what the Church teaches me and according to the Cathechism, which others have posted above, this option is closest to the Teaching of the Church. The Church includes all the Christian Churches, not just the "Catholic" Church, even...

Honestly, I am voting for Bush only because I can't, in good conscious, vote for Kerry. His stand on abortion revolts me not only as a Christian but as a human being. Perhaps if the Dems offered a staunchly pro-life candidate..... Cindy