There are certain moral questions that every person should be able to answer because they affect how we live and how we care for those whom we love. Know these general principles; the Lord will teach you how to apply them to specific circumstances. If you need help, you are welcome to contact the Christ […]
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In June 2020, 24-year-old Margo Naranjo sustained a severe brain injury after she was involved in a multi-vehicle auto accident. Although the doctor’s prognosis was poor, her parents’ love for her and their strong Catholic faith provided the hope they needed. Leaning on their faith, they used social media to request prayers for strength and
Listen to Michael Arthur Vacca, M.Theol.; JD; BA, interviewed by Teresa Tomeo on the attempt of the Uniform Law Commission to loosen the criteria for death is available here and begins about the 39 minute mark: Expanding Euthanasia 2023-11-28
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One of the most important tasks in bioethics is distinguishing between ordinary and extraordinary means when it comes to medical care. The reason this distinction is so vital is that Catholics have a moral obligation to receive ordinary care for themselves and give it to others. What is deemed to be extraordinary is morally optional;
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Healthcare advance directives are legal documents by which individuals express their wishes regarding medical treatment and/or appoint a trusted person to speak for them any time they are unable to make treatment decisions for themselves. Not all advance directives are equal. Many have been drafted by people who fail to comprehend the reverence, awe, and deep respect
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