Question:
Will non-Catholics enjoy same rewards in heaven as Catholics? Will their cleansing in purgatory be more extensive?
Answer:
Non-Catholics can be saved, as the Church affirms (CCC 846-48), but we should not presume that this will necessarily happen, lest we fall into the sin of religious indifferentism. Regarding the level of their purgation, God will judge in a mercifully just way in each person’s case (cf. 1 Cor. 3:10-15).
Certainly Catholics have the fullness of the faith and graces in living the life of Christ. This puts them in a better position to attain greater heavenly rewards. On the other hand, to whom much has been given, much will be expected, Jesus says (Luke 12:48).
For more on purgatory, see this tract and also this one. See also this article. See further the Catechism’s treatment (CCC 1030-32).
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