CC asks: “Can you explain what theosophy is and why Catholics can’t engage in it?”
Category Archives: New Age
Are Phony Miraculous Medals in Circulation?
ND writes: “I have heard that there is a phony version of the miraculous medal circulating that has a star at the top which is a symbol of Lucifer. When I looked at my medal, it has this star and I’m afraid to wear it now. What should I do?”
If God is Pure Spirit, Why Can’t We Call Him an Energy Force?
ST writes: “Why can’t we regard God as an ‘energy force’? If He’s pure spirit, then wouldn’t He be more of a force than a Person?”
The History of Gregorian Chant
JM writes: “Where does Gregorian Chant come from? Someone recently told me that it has roots in the New Age and occult. Is this true?”
Can Laying on a Saint’s Grave Make You Holy?
ML writes: “Someone just told me that you can lay on the grave of a saint to receive their anointing. They said it’s the same as what Catholics do with their relics. Is this true?”
Garden Gazing Globes are not Crystal Balls!
DJV writes: “I received a 10″ Gazing Globe as gift. This gazing globe is hand blown glass and is to be set outside to look at. When I typed in gazing globe new age movement in my search engine, many articles came up about evil practices and gazing globes. Is this a new age product? If so, do I return it to the store for a refund or do I destroy it so no one else buys it? On Catholic radio the other night, the host told a caller in her question of whether to donate books that she found to be evil or to destroy them, the host said to destroy them. I really appreciate your answer.”
Should Catholics Practice Smudging?
DKK asks: “Can you write something about the practice of smudging in native spirituality? Is it wrong or against Catholic doctrine?”
The Satanic Roots of Abortion
To make a connection between abortion and Satan does not require much of a leap. Of course he’s behind all murderous acts, and his fingerprints are all over the abortion industry.
What is the Law of Attraction?
CD writes: “So many of my friends, who are very well educated, are suddenly getting involved in the Law of Attraction. Can you explain what this is and if Catholics can become involved in it?”
Nine Ways to Spot Non-Christian Healing Techniques
LV writes: “I’m so tired of trying to figure out if an alternative is related to the New Age or not. Are there any guidelines Christians can use to help them discern what’s okay and what isn’t from a spiritual perspective?”
