A monk is a member of a religious order who lives a communal life in a monastery, abbey, or priory under a monastic rule of life (such as the Rule of St. Benedict) How to become a monk To become a monk at Downside you need to be a confirmed and practising Catholic, a man […]
The title of monsignor in the Roman Catholic Church signifies a priest who has distinguished himself and has been honored by the Pope for his service to the church. Monsignor is an honorary title, rather than a specific position in the church hierarchy, so a monsignor does not necessarily have any duties distinct from those […]
A knight is a man granted an honorary title of knighthood by a monarch, bishop or other political or religious leader for service to the monarch or a Catholic church, especially in a military capacity There are five papal equestrian orders of knights that constitute the Pontifical honors system for laity, directly under the patronage of […]
What is the difference between a sister and a nun? The terms “nun” and “sister” are often used interchangeably. However within Roman Catholicism, there is a difference between the two. Here’s a simple summary of the differences. A Catholic nun is a woman who lives as a contemplative life in a monastery which is usually cloistered […]
There are four categories of priesthood in Catholic Church . The head is the Pope, followed by cardinals, bishops, and then your every Sunday priest. Become a Priest In order to become a priest you first need a college education from a recognized theological school. Usually this means an aspiring priest would need a degree […]
The Road to Sainthood You may be wondering how someone becomes a saint. In truth, Saints are not chosen so much as they already are. The way they lived out their lives and the actions they took, are what defines who can or can not be canonized as a saint. Someone who has lived a […]
How does someone become a saint?Step one: Wait five years – or don’t The process to make someone a saint cannot normally start until at least five years after their death. This is to allow time for emotions following the death to calm down, and to ensure that the individual’s case can be evaluated objectively. […]
