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The Immaculate Heart of Mary: Heaven’s Flame of Pure Love for God and Humanity 🌍 Introduction: A Flame in a Cold World In a time when many feel spiritually lost, disillusioned, or hostile toward religious tradition, one sacred reality continues to radiate warmth, love, and divine purpose: the Immaculate Heart of Mary . This Heart is not just a Catholic symbol or poetic metaphor . It is a living truth, rooted in Scripture, history, and supernatural evidence . It is a profound invitation to draw closer to JESUS—through the most faithful disciple He ever had: His Mother. 💖 What Is the Immaculate Heart of Mary? The Immaculate Heart of Mary represents her interior life : her absolute purity, perfect obedience, boundless love for God, and deep compassion for humanity. Traditionally, it's depicted as: Pierced by a sword ( Luke 2:35 : “a sword will pierce your own soul too…”) Surrounded by fire , symbolizing her burning charity Encircled by roses or lilies , signs of her...

Should We Pray to the Saints? by Bro. Leylin Falier-CFD (borrowed with permission) https://www.facebook.com/groups/459804204197210/permalink/2987655124745426/?app=fbl Hi Guys! Let's talk about Saints here today .  ☝️🤓 Here's a strictly detailed thread debunking the claim that ❗"we’re all saints, so there’s no need to venerate saints or ask for their prayers,"❗ using: ✅ Scripture ✅ Early Church History ✅ Logical/Theological Reasoning --- 🤔❓ Do Catholics Misunderstand Saints? - Why venerate saints - Aren’t we all saints? - Why ask dead people to pray for you? ✍️🤓 Let’s break it down with facts, not feelings 1. “All believers are saints” – Half-True, Half-Misused 🤓👍 Yes, Scripture calls believers “saints” (Greek: hagios = holy ones). 🤓❗ BUT this refers to those living in sanctifying grace and set apart for God. ☝️🤓 It’s a title of calling, not yet fulfillment. 👨‍🏫 Scripture Examples: 🤓📖 Romans 1:7 – “To all the beloved of God in Rome, called to be saints.” 🤓 ...

The Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist: A Divine Mystery Made Visible by AE JMJ For over 2,000 years, the Catholic Church has proclaimed a beautiful and astonishing truth: Jesus Christ is truly, really, and substantially present in the Holy Eucharist —Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. This doctrine, known as the Real Presence , is not merely symbolic. It is a mystery of faith that lies at the heart of Catholic worship and identity. 🔹 What Is the Real Presence? The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 1374) affirms: “In the most blessed sacrament of the Eucharist ‘the body and blood, together with the soul and divinity, of our Lord Jesus Christ and, therefore, the whole Christ is truly, really, and substantially contained.’” This means that the consecrated bread and wine are not just symbols or reminders of Jesus—they become Jesus Himself through the miracle of transubstantiation . 📖 Biblical Evidence for the Real Presence 1. Jesus’ Words at the Last Supper “Th...

DON'T DIE UNPREPARED:  The Frightening Truth About Heaven You Can’t Afford to Ignore by Clive Fernandes (Catholic Christianity Facebook page) INTRODUCTION:  The Ultimate Reality Awaits Heaven is not merely a nice idea for religious people or an abstract paradise for sentimental comfort.  It is the eternal destination for souls who have conformed themselves to God.  The Catholic Church does not treat Heaven as a vague hope, but as a divine promise with conditions.  Scripture tells us bluntly:  “Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many will attempt to enter and will not be strong enough”  (Luke 13:24).  Heaven is real, glorious, and terrifyingly exclusive. The danger lies not in God’s justice—but in our own apathy, distraction, and sin. --- 1. What Heaven Really Is (And Isn’t) The Essence of Heaven: The Beatific Vision Heaven is not floating on clouds with harps. It is the Beatific Vision—the direct encounter with God’s essence, an intellec...

 PURGATORY  by Bro. Leylin Falier -CFD (borrowed  with permission from him from the Catholic Faith Defenders Facebook page) SOURCE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459804204197210/permalink/2986391341538471/?app=fbl Let say we agreed that Purgatory didn't really exist at all as per protestants claim to be.  Here is the thread using logical reasoning by consequences (reductio ad absurdum) to expose the flaws in common Protestant objections to Catholic doctrines of Purgatory.  ❓ “If Purgatory Doesn’t Exist… Then Explain This” ❗ This is a logic-heavy breakdown with consequences that expose contradictions in rejecting purgatory. 1. If purgatory doesn’t exist… then why did Paul say people will be saved “through fire”? > “He himself will be saved, but only as through fire.” (1 Corinthians 3:15) 👨‍🏫 Logic: This clearly speaks of being saved, yet through a painful purification process. ❌ Consequence: If there's no purgatory, Paul must be talking nonsense—becau...

 Are Catholic Religious Icons Idolatry? A Biblical, Historical, and Theological Defense by AE JMJ Introduction Catholics are often accused by non-Catholics (including  my dear family member who is now a committed converted Baptist😔) of committing idolatry for using statues, icons, and religious images in worship. But such claims overlook key theological distinctions and historical truths. The Catholic Church has always made it clear that religious images are not worshipped; rather, they serve as visible reminders of invisible realities. Scripture, tradition, the saints, Church Fathers, and the Catechism all show that "sacred images are not idolatry,"you but a beautiful expression of the Christian faith. 1. Biblical Context: Graven Images and the True Meaning Exodus 20:4-5 says: > "You shall not make for yourself a graven image... You shall not bow down to them or serve them." This commandment forbids the worship of images as gods not their use for sacred purpose...

Why Everyone—Regardless of Religion—Should Experience the Holy Mass by AE JMJ The Lord Jesus Christ said in Matthew 18:19–20 : "For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them." That’s why I personally believe that any Christian gathering (please correct me if I'm wrong)—whether it be praise and worship, prayer meetings, or services—is good and noble too —as long as we did not diliberately miss Sunday Mass if you are Catholic —and  as long as it’s done sincerely and for the greater glory of God.  What matters is the intention of the heart , not the label of the gathering. It should never be used as an occasion to attack or judge fellow Christians—especially us Catholics who strive to remain faithful and persevering in our journey despite the modern-day challenges and oppositions  I think that such sincere Christian worship is far better than giving any attention, honor, or praise to God’s enemy - the ancient serpent. With that be...