Medalius Encyclopedia
The Catholic faith
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58 frequently asked questions about the sacraments, Mary, the saints, the Mass, salvation and much more — answered clearly and with cited sources, no confrontation, no fluff. Search, browse by topic, or submit your own.
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Showing 1–5 of 5tal resultsDo Catholics worship images?
Catholics use images to honor and remember the saints, but worship is reserved for God.
Do Catholics believe in purgatory?
Yes, Catholics believe in purgatory. Matthew 12 speaks about forgiveness of sins in a future life, implying purgatory.
Do Catholics believe that the Pope is the Vicar of Christ?
Yes, the Pope is the Vicar of Christ, the supreme leader of the Church, according to the Catechism.
Why do Catholics celebrate the Eucharist?
Yes, Catholics celebrate the Eucharist, which is the center of Christian life. Christ requested: "Do this in memory of me" (Lk 22:19).
If Matthew 1:25 says Joseph 'did not know' Mary until she gave birth, does that imply they had marital relations after Jesus' birth?
In Matthew 1:25, the word 'until' does not imply a change after Jesus' birth, but only clarifies what happened before that event.
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