Everything Catholic 101

'And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.' - Matthew 16:18-19 , NRSVCE In our previous exploration of  The Continuity of Faith: Exploring the Links between the Old Covenant and Catholicism , we uncovered the profound and significant connections between Judaism and Catholicism. Now, let's delve deeper into the New Covenant worship and its Jewish roots, especially in the context of the Church's foundation. The Apostles as Fishers of People Interestingly, the first four apostles Jesus called were fishermen: Simon, Andrew, James, and John. Jesus said to them, "Follow me, and I will make you fish for people" ( Matthew 4:19 , NRSVCE), fulfilling the prophecy in  Jeremiah 1...

From the intricate details of the Old Covenant to the rich traditions of the Catholic Church, a profound continuity of faith is woven throughout Scripture. Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of the law and prophets, brings new depth and meaning to the ancient practices and symbols of Israel. In this article, we'll explore the striking similarities between the Old Covenant and the Catholic Church, revealing how Jesus' life, death, and resurrection bring fulfillment to the foreshadowing of the Old Testament. Fulfillment of the Law and Prophets Jesus emphasized the importance of fulfilling the law and prophets, rather than abolishing them ( Matthew 5:17-19 , NRSVCE). He taught that breaking the least of these commandments and teaching others to do the same would be considered least in the kingdom of heaven. The Passover and the Eucharist The Old Covenant Passover finds its fulfillment in the Eucharist, the new Passover. Here are some striking similarities: Unblemished Lamb : The Passov...