Ron Ash Articles
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On the Fence: Returning to the Fullness of Catholic Life
A charitable Catholic reflection on the risks of treating faith as a menu, and practical ways to return to Mass, Confession, prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, and the Church’s practice of praying for the dead. Includes Scripture and Catechism references, with a careful note on conscience and culpability.
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12 Things Catholics Should Remind Themselves of Every Day
Discover twelve truths Catholics should remind themselves of every day, including God’s presence, the call to holiness, the Eucharist, prayer, confession, Scripture, vocation, human dignity, suffering, and eternal life. Each reminder includes practical ways to live the faith more fully.
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Catholic, Right? How the Seven Sacraments Shape a Life of Grace
Explore how the seven Sacraments—Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony—help Catholics live with grace and hope now and prepare for eternal life. -
Why Jesus Calls Us to Forgive Without Limit: Sirach, Romans, and Matthew 18
Sirach, Romans, and Matthew 18 reveal why Jesus calls Christians to forgive without limit. Explore the link between God’s mercy, belonging to Christ, and the parable of the unforgiving servant. -
How to Make the Perfect Confession: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to make a good Catholic Confession, from examining your conscience and expressing true contrition to receiving absolution and living in the peace of God’s mercy afterward.
