Author: H.G. Bishop Youssef

Why do I have to confess to a priest? Isn’t it enough to confess directly to God?

His Grace Bishop Youssef: In the parable of the “Prodigal Son”, we learn a great deal about confession. The priest …

What happens if I repent for my sins but don’t take the next step of confessing?

His Grace Bishop Youssef: Repentance is the first step but you need confession to have your sins absolved. Our Lord …

What should I do when constantly the same sins over again?

His Grace Bishop Moussa: Because we are not infallible, it is expected that we may commit the same sins again, …

Why can’t we take Communion at the Catholic Church? Is it allowable at our church, to immerse the Body into the chalice and dispense it?

His Grace Bishop Youssef: In order to take communion at the Catholic Church or any other church we should be …

I want to fast but I think that fifty-five days of fasting are too long. What is your advice?

His Grace Bishop Youssef: To say ‘fifty-five days of fasting are too long’ is quite a strong statement that does …