Was it absolutely necessary for Jesus to be brutally crucified on a Roman cross in order to redeem humankind? Could God have chosen some other way? Perhaps. But I cannot think of a better way.
Catholic Church
Pope Benedict: Christ founded The Church In Order To Bring Answers To All Mankind
From the Catechism: Christians of the first centuries said, “The world was created for the sake of the Church.” God created the world for the sake of communion with his divine life, a communion brought about by the “convocation” of men in Christ, and this “convocation” is the Church. The Church is the goal of all things.
The Encroaching Darkness Pervading America
An ever-encroaching darkness has pervaded our landscape, and hatred of Christians has reached unparalleled proportions.
Memorial: Saint Athanasius In Defense of The Divinity of Christ
St. Athanasius (A.D. 296 – 373) is best remembered for his defense of the divinity of Jesus Christ against the Arian heresy begun by Arius of Alexandria in the 4th century.
The Road to Emmaus and The Gift of The Church
The Road to Emmaus story teaches us about the immense gift of the Church and the Eucharist. In living the Catholic life and receiving Jesus at the table of the Lord, our minds are filled with grace and divine wisdom.