Ireland has a very rich history with religion, particularly Christianity, playing a huge part in it. Divided into two political entities, the country has two main religious groups: Catholicism and Protestantism. So which is more dominant today? Let me help you find...

After baptism, confirmation is the next step you’ll have to take before officially becoming a part of the Body of Christ. So what exactly is it, its purpose, and how is it done? Let me answer all these questions in this article.  Confirmation is one of the sacraments...

For many Catholics, myself included, our baptisms often involve big parties and celebrations. But outside the food, music, guests, and the whole shebang, what does baptism really mean to us? Let me explain in this article.  Baptism is the "basis of the whole Christian...

One of the oldest institutions in the world, the Catholic Church has been around for so long that it grew into one of the biggest religions today with over 1.3 billion members. But how old exactly is it and how did it start? Let’s discuss this below.  The Catholic...

Looking back, I was always taught that tattoos were against the Catholic faith. But with so many people that have them - myself included - does this mean we’ve all committed a sin? Let me explain in this article, and hopefully, help you make up your mind on whether to...

The rosary has always been a big part of my life as a Catholic. Growing up, I remember praying it at home with my family, at my neighbor’s house, at funerals, and at school throughout October, which is the month of the Holy Rosary. But how exactly do you pray the...

One of the most frequently asked questions Catholics get from non-Catholics is how long our masses go for and why they take that long. As someone who has attended mass my whole life, let me answer such questions in this article.  Catholic masses can last up to 30...

If you’re tying the knot at a Catholic ceremony, there’s something you have to check first: whether or not you can marry a non-Catholic. To help with this, here's everything you need to know about marrying outside the Catholic faith.  Catholics can marry non-Catholics...

In the Catholic tradition, sponsors - more commonly known as godparents - play a big role in baptisms. So what exactly are they for and who can be one? Can non-Catholics even be a godparent? Let me answer these questions and discuss the role of godparents and the...

The Holy Triduum is the holiest time in the liturgical year of the Catholic Church and it begins with Holy Thursday. So what is this particular day about and why do we, as Christians, celebrate it? In this article, let’s learn more about this holy day and what happens...

The seven sacraments play a huge role in the Catholic faith. However, many non-Catholics and even Catholics alike don’t know what they are and what they mean. So in this article, let’s discuss each one and find out why they’re so important for every Catholic. ...

Having been around for over 2,000 years, the Catholic Church has venerated and recognized many, many saints during its existence. So can you just imagine how many Catholic saints are there? If so, then here’s the answer.  The Catholic Church recognized more than...