Comments on: Don’t Just Talk the Talk – Walk the Walk

By: Laura Kazlas

Laura Kazlas — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 15:54:23 +0000

In reply to Ella R Chihwanda. I'm sorry if the tone of this article does not have very much warmth to it, Ella. I was very disappointed with a decision that was made by the church that day. But, yes, the Catholic Church is very beautiful, in spite of our human flaws and weaknesses. Jesus Himself gives our church its timeless beauty. I hope you recognize his very real presence, shining through his people, in spite of our personal weaknesses and flaws though. Peace be with you!

By: Ella R Chihwanda

Ella R Chihwanda — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 11:12:37 +0000

Hello Laura. I enjoyed reading this reflection and my heart warmed up to your comment about Mass in the information about the author. The Catholic Church is rich and endowed with teachings on reverence to God, the Son and the Holy Spirit. It’s only that the faithful do not know about it. In my case it took me more than 8 years to understand and partake in the worshipping because I became catholic through marriage. I lacked knowledge about many things for instance why go to confession, Lent, Advent and all the other times recognised in the church. Ever since I discovered that the Catholic Church has everything that I need I do not miss any Mass where I can help it. I have even gone further to be part of the ministry of readers and I take the reading of the word very seriously. I am not there yet but through the Catholic Moment I will surely get there.

Thank you once more.

By: Laura Kazlas

Laura Kazlas — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 16:24:56 +0000

In reply to Peter Komba. Hi Peter. We abstain from eating meat on Ash Wednesday and on the Fridays during Lent. Some people are so scrupulous about this dietary requirement though, that even broth made from meat is forbidden. We have to confess it, if we forget and eat meat on Friday though.

By: Peter Komba

Peter Komba — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 12:20:52 +0000

Thank you Laura
I need clarification on the eating meat during lent period
Is it only for the special friday?
Do we have to stop eating meat the whole lent period?

By: Laura Kazlas

Laura Kazlas — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 18:43:00 +0000

In reply to Aloysius Ugwu. Dear Aloysius, you have the same spiritual qualities that the saints are made of. In my eyes anyway, you are already a saint. You "walk the walk" with the help of God's grace. What a beautiful testimony you have given with your life, a life that glorifies God with both your words and your deeds. What a powerful witness your life is! I really do mean this, Aloysius. I serve in a men's prison in the USA and I will ask our priest to offer this Sunday's Mass for you and your family. We will also pray for you during the prayers of intention and will be united in the Spirit during Mass this Sunday. May God richly bless you, protect you and your family, and keep you always in His loving care. We are only pilgrims here, and heaven is our home. Peace be with you. Laura Kazlas

By: adekaldu norbert

adekaldu norbert — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 14:28:52 +0000

Thank you Laura. Since I discovered Catholic moment, it has been a blessing to me and I am trying to share the website with others. We must walk the walk . God richly bless you .

By: Aloysius Ugwu

Aloysius Ugwu — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 12:15:45 +0000

Laura, thanks for the insight and encouragement. For us at this part of the world where a particular religious set does not believe in your right to live except you join them. Your right is denied because you are not one of them.
God is abundantly providing the grace to love as He Himself loves us.