Do you have to receive Communion at Mass?

A reader asks: “Is it proper for a Catholic to attend Mass but respectfully not take part in Communion? I have heard it stated metaphorically that it would be similar to going to a restaurant but not eating. Would attendance be proper

Are private vows to God binding?

A reader writes: “A couple of years ago, I said to God that if he would get my mom to heaven, I would give up getting married in this life. I don’t remember if I said that I “promise” to do this

Opening the Word: Prayer is a battle

Be ready for Mass on the 29th Sunday of Ordinary Time. Scripture reflection columnist Catherine Cavadini talks about the battle of prayer. She encourages us to never become discouraged and cease to pray; to remain vigilant; and, to confront what we experience

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