Corpus Christi Blog

November is approaching, and Catholics around the world are preparing to commemorate two significant days in the liturgical calendar: All Saints' Day on November 1^st and All Souls’ Day on November 2^nd. These observances are rooted in ancient Christian tradition and offer an opportunity for the faithful to honor the saints and remember departed loved ones. Let’s explore the origins and theological significance of both holy days.

Today, I'm going to discuss the topic of predestination. This is a topic we don't hear much about, perhaps because it involves a bit of mental gymnastics. Predestination is scriptural (cf. Rom 8:29-30, Eph 1:5) and a truth that all Christian religions teach, though how it is taught and understood among denominations varies. Here, I will present the Catholic view of predestination.

Our nation has an election quickly approaching in the coming weeks, so this is an excellent time to examine our obligations and responsibilities as Catholics regarding voting.

Catholics have a moral obligation to participate in the political process and vote in elections, as outlined by the Catechism of the Catholic Church and guidance from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). This duty stems from our responsibility to promote the common good and shape society according to Gospel values.

Editor’s Note: This piece discusses abortion — a topic that can bring up many emotions for people. No matter what your story is or where you are in your journey, we want you to know that God loves you and the Church loves you. If you are dealing with anger, sadness, shame, fear— or are hurting in any way — resulting from a connection to abortion, Jesus desires healing, wholeness, and restoration for you. If you or someone you know needs help finding healing and hope after an abortion, please contact Rachel's Vineyard at 877-467-3463 or the National Hotline for Abortion Recovery at 866-482-5433. Additional information is available at rachelsvineyard.org.