Pastor's Corner; Kenny St. Hilaire

Much ink and, unfortunately, much blood have been spilled over the question of salvation. From the early days of Christianity, believers have sought a fuller understanding of what is required for entrance into eternal life. The question is even posed directly to Jesus in the Gospels: "What must I do to inherit eternal life?"

Scripture and Tradition teach that it is faith – in itself a gift from God – that saves. Unless one embraces the truth of Jesus' saving action through faith, one cannot be assured of eternal joy.

Of course, there are people in the world who have no opportunity to hear the...