What is the filioque clause? - Catholic Straight Answers
The filioque clause still remains a point of contention between Roman Catholics and Orthodox Christians. (As an aside, this is one reason why the Orthodox Churches call themselves “the …
By 800, it had usage throughout the Carolingian Kingdom of Charlemagne, who used the Creed of Nicea (with the additions of Constantinople) with the filioque clause. The entire congregation …
What is the difference between the Apostles’ Creed and the …
Most Missalette’s do print both the Nicene Creed and the Apostles’ Creed. The Apostles’ Creed may be used at Masses where children are the majority, like a parochial school Mass. The …
Is there a Santa Claus? - Catholic Straight Answers
Yes, there is a Santa Claus. However, we know him more as St. Nicholas. Unfortunately, we have little historical evidence about this popular saint. Tradition holds that he was born in Patara in …
A year after the new translation of the Mass, I still wonder why …
In addressing these various issues, we must first deal with some terminology. The word “creed” (from the Latin credo, meaning “I believe”) denotes a basic, succinct statement of faith. …
Why does the Catholic “Our Father” have a different ending than …
When discussing prayer with His disciples, our Lord said, “This is how you are to pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in …