Posted by Kyle Eller
The seminary I went to had a heavy emphasis on writing papers, whereas other seminaries might put more focus on test-taking. Mine was one in which I felt like it was a continuous stream of producing papers that no one would ever read except for the professor. Father Richard KunstApologetics
I remember one of the cardinal rules about writing papers for my scripture classes was to never “proof-text.” In a nutshell, proof-texting is taking biblical quotes out of context to argue a particular point. Proof-texting could easily get you into trouble, because if you take certain quotes out of context, it would appear that the Bible is full of ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
I understand that when we die, we are immediately judged by God. It is my understanding that we either then go immediately to hell or heaven (via purgatory if necessary). If that is the case, why is there something called the “Last Judgment”? Are we judged again? Is it ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
Friends, during this “stay at home” time, this is an opportune time to develop the habit of mental prayer.
What is mental prayer? Father Nicholas NelsonHanding on the Faith
It's the form of prayer in which the sentiments expressed are your own. Mental prayer is accomplished by internal acts ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
What will this Covid Christmas look like? Although it sounds like a vaccine is on our way, I think we all can be sure this celebration of the birth of Jesus will look different from previous Christmases. We have been through many holidays already that have been altered by ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
By Deacon Kyle EllerThe Northern Cross
The pandemic is still with us.
A significant surge in Covid-19 cases in Minnesota continues to affect the life of the community and the church in parishes and schools, although the effects of Gov. Tim Walz’s latest executive order, which went into effect ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
Earlier this year we experienced the profound suffering of the suspension of public Masses due to the coronavirus pandemic, even including Easter. Some people, particularly those most vulnerable to the virus, are still experiencing the suffering of not being able to be present in our churches. For those of ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
The Catholic understanding of marriage as exclusively the lifelong union of one man and one woman open to new life is perhaps the most despised of all Catholic beliefs in 2020 America. Deacon Kyle EllerMere Catholicism
It’s also true. It’s good. It’s beautiful. It’s rational. It’s loving. It’s life-giving. ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
The one-year anniversary of Bishop Paul Sirba’s death is Tuesday, Dec. 1, and to mark the occasion and remember him in prayer, the diocese has announced that each deanery (region) in the diocese will hold a Holy Hour from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bishop Paul Sirba
Father James ... Read More »
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By Jason AdkinsFaith in the Public Arena
“In the Catholic Tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation” (USCCB, Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, 13).
Early voting has begun in Minnesota. Voting is an important component of representative government. Those chosen for ... Read More »
Posted by Kyle Eller
Of all the priests in our diocese there is one in particular who you might call our “living history book.” I have had many occasions to listen to Father Dick Partika talk about everything and anything you wanted to know about the history of the Diocese of Duluth. I ... Read More »
