Category Archives: ASK FATHER Question Box

From a reader: Recently, after reading this post on traditional Catholicism, I posted the link on Facebook and got into a debate with a few friends of mine.  Basically, it boiled down to the following three questions:  [there were three … Read More →

From a reader: A bit related to your post about seeking Confirmation from another diocese, I was wondering what you thought of seeking out the sacrament of Confirmation for my children before they receive Holy Communion for the first time.  … Read More →

From a reader: I wanted to inquire about a pious habit I have acquired from my parents who have acquired it from their parents. At the Mass, immediately following the words of Consecration when the Host is lifted up, when … Read More →

From a  reader: A new convert is considering whether or not to commune by receiving on the tongue (almost never seen in his parish). Can you direct me to an article or post that explains the significance of receiving on … Read More →

From a reader: I have been searching for the answer to this question but cannot find the rubrics for altar candles. Is it still mandated that altar candles during mass be of wax, or is it permissible to use the … Read More →

From a reader: According to the Ordo of the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter, Easter Friday "is not a day of abstinence or penitential observance".  Yet on their liturgical wall calendar, there is a fish symbol on April 17th, indicating … Read More →

From a reader: My question is what would be appropriate gifts for a young man to be ordained to the transitional diaconate?  He is a convert and like most of us, very much enjoys the traditions and physically beautiful aspects … Read More →

From a reader: Perhaps I am being overly scrupulous, but I have a difficult time giving gifts to my Priest, much as he deserves them.  I do not want him to think that I am currying favor and want to … Read More →