The Visitation and Memorial Day....What is the 2nd Greatest Commandment?
The Visitation and Memorial Day....What is the 2nd Greatest Commandment?
Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain Church teaching about killing in war and if we can be conscientious objectors. He also explains the connection between the Visitation and Memorial Day, both on May 31. It is all about love of neighbor, God's Second Greatest Commandment.
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Today, most Christians believe that if they are only "a good person" they will get to Heaven. This is not correct. What Jesus and the Bible say about getting to Heaven involves much more. Is it through faith alone? Is it through doing good works? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain exactly what Jesus said we need to do to find eternal life.
Who was St. Faustina? With so much out there about St. Faustina, what is most important? Fr. Chris Alar explains the life and spirituality of St. Faustina and why Jesus chose her to help prepare the world for His final coming.
