"Is Passion Good or Bad"

By Paul Dion, STL


I am presenting you with an introductory topic that is directly connected to what is known as moral theology.

What is passion? Is it good or bad?

Tell us what you feel about this question from deep in your heart. Share it with us. If you feel too shy to post your name, you can sign it anonymous.


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What are the four essential components of conjugal life in the sacrament of Matrimony?

By Paul Dion, STL

We are going to change the pace here a little bit. We are going to ask a question that comes straight out of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The reason why this is an important question because one of our charter parishes in Southern California was the site of a grand celebration of marriage validations on Saturday, December 29, 2007.

There were fifteen couples who prepared for their church wedding for several months. They attended catechism sessions, sacramental preparation sessions and participated in a one day retreat along the way. This process has cost them a lot of sacrifice. It is our desire to present this event to you all because it is important to the church that the sacrament of Matrimony be prized as an important road to heaven.

It is our desire to present this event to you all because it is important to the church that the sacrament of Matrimony be prized as an important road to heaven. Most of you are aware that the sacrament of Matrimony is intended to be a life-long covenant between two people.

What we are asking today is this:

What are the four essential components of conjugal life in the sacrament of Matrimony?