They say women gossip more than men. Men, actually, gossip just as much except they do it better and call it “networking.” The difference is in the content of gossip. Let’s admit it. We all enjoy the guilty pleasure of talking about others. We gossip about the latest scandals – who’s having an affair withContinue reading “Gossip is terrorism, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
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“Abortion remains a grave and serious wrong.” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Abortion is one of the greatest evils in the world. In fact, a Catholic is automatically excommunicated (even without the Church’s intervention) the moment he/she commits abortion. The mother who asks for the abortion, the father who pays for it, and anyone who encourages the woman to do it – besides being guilty of mortalContinue reading ““Abortion remains a grave and serious wrong.” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
Buried Alive! The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
There is a story in the newspaper about a woman who was buried alive in trash, which she had accumulated for the past thirty years. When she was rescued, she explained that the trash was really her treasure. We may be somewhat like her when we avoid going to confession. The “trash” of our sinsContinue reading “Buried Alive! The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
Be Happy! The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Everyone has his own definition of happiness. For some, it is to own a big and beautiful house; for others, it is to play great golf games. For some, it is to travel to different countries; for others, it is to have unity in the family. We all want to be happy and we areContinue reading “Be Happy! The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
Dying Young? THE ABCs OF CATHOLIC DOCTRINE By Lianne Tiu
If “lola”dies at the age of 95, we normally do not question her death. Rather, we are eager to know her secret for long life. However, if a young person dies, we are often “shocked” and may even experience a crisis in our faith, blaming God for the death. Sometimes when a person is diagnosedContinue reading “Dying Young? THE ABCs OF CATHOLIC DOCTRINE By Lianne Tiu”
Are you suffering from sickness or old age? The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
It is hard to accept physical decline and the limitations that come with ailments or with aging. One must reject the temptation to think that his life is no longer of any value or that he is no longer important to others. In itself, illness is a trial of faith. It can destroy some andContinue reading “Are you suffering from sickness or old age? The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
“An Endless Thanksgiving”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
If at night, we toss and turn in bed and cannot sleep, we recall Jose Mari Chan’s Christmas song: “If you’re worried and you can’t sleep, just count your blessings instead of sheep; and you’ll fall asleep counting your blessings.” The song makes us aware of the endless gifts God has given us, thus ourContinue reading ““An Endless Thanksgiving”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
The humanity of a preborn child: The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine by Lianne Tiu
A preborn child is a human being even in the earliest stages of life. He or she should be treated equally and be given the same protection as we enjoy under the law. He or she deserves the right to be born. It is, indeed, horrifying when a mother terminates the life of her ownContinue reading “The humanity of a preborn child: The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine by Lianne Tiu”
“A homosexual has the right to marry.” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
There are homosexuals who have previously been in legal (opposite sex) marriages; and there are people who have had homosexual relationships, renounce their behavior, and marry the opposite sex. Both cases show homosexuals who have exercised their right to legally marry. The fundamental “right to marry” is a right that rests with individuals, not withContinue reading ““A homosexual has the right to marry.” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
The Church Does Not “Hate” Gay People. The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
When the Church states that marriage is the union between one man and one woman, she is not teaching it out of hatred or discrimination. The Church never “hates” gay people. In fact, she has great compassion for people who are struggling with their sexuality and gender identity. The Catechism of the Catholic Church statesContinue reading “The Church Does Not “Hate” Gay People. The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
