Sean Cardinal O’Malley, Archbishop of Boston The Archdiocese of Boston joins all people of good will in expressing deep sorrow following the senseless acts of violence perpetrated at the Boston Marathon today. Our prayers and concern are with so many who experienced the trauma of these acts, most especially the loved ones of those who lives were lost and those who were injured, and the injured themselves.The citizens of the City of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts are blessed by the bravery and heroism of many, particularly the men and women of the police and fire departments and emergency services who responded within moments of these tragic events. Governor Patrick, Mayor Menino and Police Commissioner Davis are providing the leadership that will see us through this most difficult time and ensure that proper procedures are followed to protect the public safety.In the midst of the darkness of this tragedy we turn to the light of Jesus Christ, the light that was evident in the lives of people who immediately turned to help those in need today. We stand in solidarity with our ecumenical and interfaith colleagues in the commitment to witness the greater power of good in our society and to work together for healing.
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Sean Cardinal O’Malley, Archbishop of Boston

The Archdiocese of Boston joins all people of good will in expressing deep sorrow following the senseless acts of violence perpetrated at the Boston Marathon today. Our prayers and concern are with so many who experienced the trauma of these acts, most especially the loved ones of those who lives were lost and those who were injured, and the injured themselves.

The citizens of the City of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts are blessed by the bravery and heroism of many, particularly the men and women of the police and fire departments and emergency services who responded within moments of these tragic events. Governor Patrick, Mayor Menino and Police Commissioner Davis are providing the leadership that will see us through this most difficult time and ensure that proper procedures are followed to protect the public safety.

In the midst of the darkness of this tragedy we turn to the light of Jesus Christ, the light that was evident in the lives of people who immediately turned to help those in need today. We stand in solidarity with our ecumenical and interfaith colleagues in the commitment to witness the greater power of good in our society and to work together for healing.

Busting the Jesus-Horus myth

badwolfcomplex:

whycatholicism:

Ever heard the claim that Jesus Christ is really just the re-packaging of former pagan mythologies? It’s a common atheist myth, popularized by Bill Maher and Zeitgeist. Bill Maher put it thus:

Bill Maher: But the Jesus story wasn’t original.
Christian man: How so?
Maher: Written in 1280 B.C., the Book of the Dead describes a God, Horus. Horus is the son of the god Osiris, born to a virgin mother. He was baptized in a river by Anup the Baptizer who was later beheaded. Like Jesus, Horus was tempted while alone in the desert, healed the sick, the blind, cast out demons, and walked on water. He raised Asar from the dead. “Asar” translates to “Lazarus.” Oh, yeah, he also had twelve disciples. Yes, Horus was crucified first, and after three days, two women announced Horus, the savior of humanity, had been resurrected.    

This theory has been repeatedly proven false, and here’s an article that debunks this atheist myth.

The article is well worth reading.

Source: whycatholicism

Q:Would you or have you ever consider converting to another religion? Have you ever swayed from your path of Catholicism?

Anonymous

I’ve never considered converting to another religion. I have a huge appreciation for world religions though. There is but one Absolute truth and it’s so beautiful to find little pieces of that one truth in any given religion. It affirms the universal fatherhood of God.

As with any believer, my faith is always swaying. If Christ had to experience doubt in the Garden of Gethsemane at his most crucial hour, why shouldn’t we. But I have faith in Catholicism because it has the fullness of Truth. If ever I look for answers, I always find the Truth in the Catholic Church.

Chapter 17 of Yann Martel’s the Life of Pi

let me preface this by saying that no work of fiction has ever made me so in love with my faith as this novel. A little back story: Pi is the main character of this book, he is a boy living in India with a complex relationship with religion. We come to find out that he follows three religions: Hinduism, Catholicism, and Islam. Theological arguments aside, Pi makes a beautiful case for why He follows all three. This chapter expresses his first encounter with Catholicism. It is so completely beautiful.

Click Here to Read Chapter 17