A reader writes: “Scripture tells us that when we die and enter heaven, we will be reunited with family and friends. May we also conclude that it will also be possible to meet famous celebrities such as movie stars, musicians, writers, world
As the Advent season unfolds, discover the call to rediscover our true home in Christ and the enduring impact of Mary's role in carrying the light of Christmas into the world.
A reader asks: “What of children who die in the womb or of babies and young children who die before baptism? Can we suppose that they are in heaven?” While the Scriptures do not address such a matter, and God has not
A reader writes: “Recently, a mutual friend of my sister and I died, and there was no funeral. My sister told me not to fret and that Buddha was also a god, so our friend is in the heaven where Buddhists are
A reader asks: “How can someone who makes it to heaven be happy knowing that a loved one is in hell?” Monsignor Charles Pope answers: “If a loved one is not in heaven, it is not as though God showed no mercy
A reader asks: “Botox, facelifts, tummy tucks, ‘mommy makeovers,’ etc., are very popular. People who have had accidents or illnesses have a legitimate need for reconstructive surgery. But is it sinful to undergo nonessential cosmetic surgeries and procedures because we want to
A reader asks: “Many people have a hard time believing that anyone except a saint can go directly to heaven after death. When my dad passed away after being in a coma for a week, he raised his arms, smiled and left
A reader writes: “I wonder why the Morning Offering Prayer, that I’ve been saying since I was about 12 years old, begins with the words, ‘O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.’ I know why we add, ‘through Christ Our Lord’
A reader asks: “I am trying to learn what the Church’s teaching is on whether souls in heaven can communicate with each other. All I can find is opinions on souls communicating with those on earth or vice versa. I would like
A reader asks: “In John 8:51, Jesus tells the Jews: ‘Amen, amen, I say to you, whoever keeps my word will never see death.’ Does this mean that non-believers will still go to heaven even though they still do not believe that