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I pray that my explanations are completely accurate and agree with the official teachings of the Catholic Church. But please do not take my word for it, read the Catechism of the Catholic Church for yourself. I also pray that I have represented the views of Protestants in a fair and respectful manner. If I haven't, please let me know.

New Topic Added January 23, 2000: Confession to a Priest - The Sacrament of Reconciliation

Do Catholics believe in the Bible?

A look at the Catholic Church's belief in Sacred Scripture as well as Sacred Tradition. Discusses Martin Luther's concept of sola scriptura and shows that the Bible is not self-interpreting.

What about those 7 books
you added to the Bible?

Shows that the Deuterocanonical books (commonly called the "The Apocrypha") were indeed a part of the early Church's Bible.

By Faith Alone?

A look at the Catholic Church's teaching on salvation based on "grace alone." Discusses Martin Luther's concept of sola fide and shows that the Bible contradicts his concept.

You EAT Jesus?

Discusses the Catholic teaching on the Holy Eucharist and shows that the bread and wine actually become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ.

Intercessory Prayer with Mary
and the Saints

Discusses the Catholic practice of praying through Mary and the saints to God. Shows Biblical and historical evidence for intercessory prayer.

The Biblical Reality of Purgatory

Discusses the Catholic doctrine of purgatory. Gives Biblical evidence for the reality and need for a final sanctification process before a Christian can enter heaven and see God face-to-face.

The Authority of the Pope

Shows the Biblical evidence for Peter being the first leader of the Christian Church by closely examining Matthew 16:17-19. Also shows the Biblical evidence for papal succession.

The Infallibility of the Pope

Discusses the difference between infallibility and impeccability. Goes on to give Biblical evidence for the infallibility of the Papacy.

Confession to a Priest - The
Sacrament of Reconciliation

Gives the Scriptural basis for the Sacrament of Penance. Goes on to show the many benefits of confessing sins to a priest and then gives historical evidence for the confession of sins in the early Christian Church.