Fr. Chris Explains

Do Pets Go to Heaven?

It's an age-old question, and there's no perfect answer. While the Church does not teach "dog-matically" that our beloved animals will or will not be in Heaven, some think they will be, as the Scriptures describe animals at peace in the new creation. Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he shares both sides of the topic and gives thanks to God for the gift of our animal companions. 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]

Divorce and Annulment

Of marriage, Jesus said, “What God has joined together, let no one separate” (Mt 19:6). But is divorce always a sin, and is it ever allowed by the Church? How does it differ from annulment which, contrary to popular belief, is not a “Catholic divorce”? Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he sheds light on this important subject. 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]

Understanding Marriage

Do you know that the Church teaches there are the three objectives of marriage? In this episode, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, explains exactly how and why God defined marriage as He did. 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 Inquisition: Fact vs. Fiction

Fact or fiction? The Spanish Inquisition of the 13th and 14th centuries was instituted by the Catholic Church to torture, burn, and kill millions of heretics. Get the real story as Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, sheds light on the truth about this period in history. 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]

Incorruptibles and Relics

What does science have to say about a saint's body when it is found to be incorruptible? Why do Catholics venerate relics? Is this science or superstition? Is it faith or paganism? Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, to hear about this fascinating subject. 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]