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What does the Catholic Church officially teach about charisms? I searched the catechism but I actually couldn't find much about it. Is there anything about them we are obligated to believe?

"When I first read St. Catherine of Siena’s The Dialogue several years ago, its contents impressed me in many ways. One message, though, etched itself on my memory more firmly than the others. To this day, when I think of this book, it is this message that I remember most: “The sins of the...

So I went to confession earlier this month, and then I went a second time yesterday to make sure I got everything, because I'm getting confirmed today. But just this morning, I remembered another sin I forgot to confess. I didn't confess it because I thought it only happened before my baptism...

So, confirmation is approaching, and I still have no idea who to choose as my confirmation saint. I've read about so many saints, but I just don't know if I feel drawn to any of them. How do I even begin to choose one? I mean, I think we're supposed to read about the saints and see if we find...

I've always had some interest in art and creative hobbies, but I never really got into them. I was never a doodler, didn't really find myself wanting to draw things. But I've always appreciated art, and I'm good at it, when I do it. I've thought about trying to develop art as a hobby, but I...

I was thinking about what I could give up for Lent, and I thought maybe I could give up chocolate. But then the priest at my church told us we shouldn't give up anything we wouldn't give up year-round. So now I don't know. Is what he said true? I thought we could give up good things up...

I want to expand my interests and learn new things, not for career purposes but just to be a more balanced person. What are some good subjects to study?

I'm a convert, former Protestant, and before that, former atheist. I am so happy and amazed that I've ended up here. It was so cool to see God moving in my life and how he's reached out to me. There are so many things I love about being Catholic. I love the history, the saints, how we can read...

Article: Holy Quotes from Catholic Saints "As Catholics, our temptation is to admire saints from such a distance that we forget they were still human beings who cooperated with God’s grace as best they could each day. Our temptation is to admire bits and pieces of a saint’s life but to affirm...

Article: The Power of One Hail Mary "Millions of Catholics often say the Hail Mary. Some repeat it hastily not even thinking on the words they are saying. These following words may help some say it more thoughtfully. They can give God's Mother great joy and obtain for themselves graces that she...

I was wondering if we could come together and pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for Invalidusername. He has said he became unable to repent and that it is too late for him. The Divine Mercy Chaplet "Say unceasingly the chaplet that I have taught you. Whoever will recite it will receive great...

I need prayer again. Because of my medical condition, there is not much I am able to do. The boredom is really getting to me. I don't know how to fill my time. Please don't only pray for my healing, but pray that in the meantime I can have some way to pass the time.

I am struggling today. Please pray for me that I would have faith and patience.

Does anyone know of any good books on the history of the Catholic Church, written by Catholics? I am trying to find one that goes into a lot of depth and detail, not just a brief overview. Would prefer if it had photos/illustrations too.

Let's just explore some questions and see where they will lead us, to see what we can learn. "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." (Romans 12:2) 1...

I have chronic GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and am unable to work because of the pain and fatigue. Please pray for my healing. Thanks.

I have some atheist friends who want to know how I've been. And I wonder "How can I tell them?" If I tell them that I am happy because of God, how will they react? They know I am Christian, but I haven't really talked to them about my Christian life. What should I do?

Extroversion olive oil.

I have a chronic health condition that causes so much fatigue that I have great difficulty praying. I want so much to spend nearly all of my time in prayer, study, and acts of kindness. But I cannot even say the rosary, nor am I able to help much with chores or serve in other ways. Please pray...