Contraception & Abortion

Contraception & Abortion

Many people do not realize the connection between contraception and abortion, nor do they understand Church teaching as so many Catholics unfortunately use birth control. Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he delves into the Marian archives for a video to understand anew why the Church teaches what she does about these very important topics. Become a Marian Helper! [https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/join/?source=pc] Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!  [https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=pc]

Is There Such a Thing as Just War?

With war waging in Europe between Russia and Ukraine, and in the Holy Land between Israel and Hamas, the evils of war are all around us. But war seems to go against Christianity and the Fifth Commandment, “Thou shall not kill.” Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains whether war can ever be justified in the eyes of the Church. Become a Marian Helper! [https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/join/?source=pc] Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!  [https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=pc]

The Baptism of Jesus

On Monday, January 8, 2024, we celebrate an incredibly important feast, the Baptism of Jesus, as described in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Along with the Crucifixion, the Baptism is the event most accepted by scholars as indisputable historical fact. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains what this means for us today. Become a Marian Helper! [https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/join/?source=pc] Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!  [https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=pc]

The Beatitudes

Like Moses, Jesus ascended on a mountain to bring a rule for living to the people. He showed them how to find permanent bliss that nothing can take away: not sickness, not poverty, nor persecution. These are the Beatitudes, and Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, explains their meaning and application in our daily lives. Become a Marian Helper! [https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/join/?source=pc] Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!  [https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=pc]

Gifts & Fruits of the Holy Spirit

At Christmas time, we often think of gifts, both giving and receiving, but what we need to do is keep our minds focused and hearts focused on the most important gifts: the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he reveals these gifts and also explains the Fruits of the Holy Spirit and what they are. Become a Marian Helper! [https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/join/?source=pc] Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!  [https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=pc]