What makes the Catholic Church different from all other religions of the world is the Sacraments. Baptism impresses the Christian character in the soul, allowing the other sacraments. Baptism is necessary for salvation for all those to whom the Gospel has been proclaimed. Fr. Chris Alar explains why this is so, mainly because it confers the first sanctifying grace and the supernatural virtues of faith, hope, and charity. Also, he explains why baptizing infants is actually in the Bible and is something that was done by Christians since the very beginning of the Church.

Habemus Papam! But is this good? Is Cardinal Robert Prevost really chosen by the Holy Spirit? While we trust that God is at work, we also need to know the background of our new Bishop of Rome, our new Shepherd. Listen as Fr. Chris Alar explains who Leo XIV is, from both his progressive and conservative background, and in his own words.

Fr. Chris Alar explains how we got the traditions of the Christmas tree, candles in windows, tinsel, the 12 days of Christmas, and more.