The Nordic tradition sweeping the country is called “vinterbadning” by the Danish, which means “winter bathing.” One view of the tradition is that it is a guidepost, calling to mind a statement from St. Ignatius: that which makes you feel most alive, that’s where God is.
Cold water, warm heart: how to feel alive
Transgender baptism: Is this something new? Not really.
It might feel like there has been a seismic shift in church teaching concerning transgenderism in recent weeks; it’s because so many headlines got the story wrong.
Doctrinal dicastery says transexuals can be baptized
If it would not cause scandal or confusion among other Catholics, “a transsexual may receive baptism under the same conditions as other faithful,” said a document from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith.
Photos of the Week: April 11, 2023
In the spotlight: Easter Triduum, praying with tornado victims, Jesus Nazareno of the Ribbons
Pope at Easter: Roll away the stone of sadness, encounter the Risen Lord
“The power of Easter summons you to roll away every stone of disappointment and mistrust,’ the pope said in his homily at the Mass April 8.
Photos of the Week: April 3, 2023
In focus: Palm Sunday, pope baptizes baby at hospital, prayer for Nashville shooting victims
Catholics are missing the whole point of baptism
“Long before the baby is born and the invitations are in the mail, we need to ensure that people understand, and deeply, that baptism is more than an excuse for a get-together; it is a transformative moment of grace.”
Photos of the Week: Jan. 16, 2023
In the spotlight: Cardinal Pell’s funeral, Alabama tornado damage, the Great Blessing of Water