Ask a Priest

Questions Covered:

• 05:03 – Can animals receive sacraments?
• 12:28 - After Vatican II, did the communion rails and east-facing churches go away immediately, or slowly over time?
• 16:00 - Jesus says not everyone who says “Lord, Lord,” will be saved. How do I know I’m not one of them?
• 22:18 - Why do Catholics have a crucifix and Protestants have a bare cross?
• 23:52 - I’ve heard that the Latin Mass focuses more on the sacrifice and the Novus Ordo focuses more on the meal. Is this true, and if so, why?
• 30:11 - What is the significance of women wearing veils?
• 34:22 - My niece doesn’t want to make her confession to a priest. Is she still eligible to receive the other sacraments? And how can I explain the importance of confession to her?
• 41:04 - Am I allowed to take a job in a very remote area where I know I won’t be able to make it to Mass for a few weeks?
• 44:55 - What have you found are the best ways to encourage people to check out the Latin Mass?
• 47:34 - What is the dress code for attending a Latin Mass?
• 49:30 - Is it acceptable to give a priest a birthday card with money in it?
• 51:35 - Can you explain the minor orders and the role they play in the liturgy?