1351. From the very beginning Christians have brought, along with the bread and wine for the Eucharist, gifts to share with those in need. This custom of the collection, ever appropriate, is inspired by the example of Christ who became poor to make us rich:176
Those who are well off, and who are also willing, give as each chooses. What is gathered is given to him who presides to assist orphans and widows, those whom illness or any other cause has deprived of resources, prisoners, immigrants and, in a word, all who are in need.177
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295. Why did Christ institute the sacraments of Penance and the Anointing of the Sick?
410. How does one participate in bringing about the common good?
45. Can the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity be known by the light of human reason alone?
65. What is the relationship between the work of creation and the work of redemption?
466. Why must human life be respected?
275. What are the names for this sacrament?
528. What is forbidden by the ninth commandment?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the relationship between truth and joy mentioned in 2 John 1:4?
How did Solomon become the wisest king who ever lived? An analysis of 1 Kings 3.
What is the unchanging nature of God, according to Malachi 3:6?
What does the Bible say about the importance of honesty and integrity in Ecclesiasticus 20:1-11?
What is the meaning of Christ’s death and how does it bring justification to sinners?
What are 5 important lessons about wisdom found in Baruch 3:9-12?
What are Daniel’s visions of the golden image and the four beasts?
