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yes! indeed Catholic Church believe in Purgatory. In 1 Peter 3:18-20: " ...He (Jesus Christ) went and preached to those spirits that were in prison..."; a place or State of what we call purgatory where in Our Blessed Lord Jesus Christ preached those suffering spirit that fall short because of sins are cleansed, before entering into Heaven. Remember we worship God in Spirit and the membership of the Church is in Spirit. Because of the faith of relatives and friends and of the church; praying together with the Saints and angels in heaven to the Father in Heaven through the Lord Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit, help the souls in Purgatory to go to heaven. Like what Martha and Mary did, Lazarus had awaken and live.
Purgatory has always been part of the Catholic belief. We have always believed in purgatory and we still do. We always will because it is written in The Bible. purgatory is where you go before you are sent to Heaven, possibly but hopefully not, Hell. Only saints and martyrs skip purgatory.
Roman Catholic AnswerYes, purgatory is the name for the purging that occurs in those who die less than perfect but with no unforgiven mortal sin on their soul. Purgatory has always been God's plan so that the "less than perfect" but not damned may still enter heaven. There has been a tragic de-emphasis on purgatory in the last forty years. It is tragic as part of our mission in life is to assist the suffering souls in purgatory.Add your answer:
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Can one go to purgatory from hell?
According to Catholic doctrine, once a soul goes to hell, it is believed to be a permanent separation from God. Purgatory is seen as a place where souls are purified before entering heaven, so the concept of going from hell to purgatory is not a part of traditional Catholic teaching.
Who was the german monk who criticized the Roman Catholic Church and broke away startin a new church?
The German was part of the Augustinian order. He wanted to purify the Catholic Church, not destroy it. Martin Luther wanted indulgences stopped, the fake belief that paying money would lessen a persons time in purgatory. He also felt everyone should be allowed to read the bible.
Do you go to purgatory if you were good or bad when you were alive?
Some Christians hold that if you were good, but still a sinner (as we all are, according to most divisions of Christianity), you go to Purgatory where you are purged of your sins. For how long? Possibly until Christ rises again. Others say for some determined amount of time. Purgatory is especially part of the Catholic tradition, I believe. Personally, my definition is this: Hell is where you go when neither you nor your significant whoevers can forgive each other, Purgatory is where you go when you are waiting for your wife to forgive you, and Heaven is where go as soon as you quit worrying about those who would put you in hell or purgatory! So, I just entered Heaven, but I know both Hell and Purgatory always have their doors open for me! How about you?
Is there a place called purgatory in the kjv bible?
Purgatory is not mentioned anywhere in the Bible. It became part of Catholic dogma as a way to make sure people came to church. If the sacrifice of Jesus cleansed us of our sins, then there would be no need to go to church to confess or contribute.
Does purgatory exist?
The concept of purgatory is not found in the Bible. There are verses in the Bible that have been 'stretched' to mean purgatory but the idea is not taught explicitly in the Bible. So we can say no, purgatory does not exist. The teaching of purgatory implies that the righteousness of Christ does not cleanse from all sin. It is true "that nothing that is not perfect can exist in the presence of God Almighty, and few of us die perfect" but that is why Christ died to satisfy the wrath of God that is due the sinner. Jesus' sacrifice alone is what justifies and removes all guilt from "whosoever believes". So what is the need for purgatory?
What title names a part of the divine comedy?
It's basically about the medieval christian [catholic] afterlife, where the author explores heaven, hell, and purgatory. There are a TON of different allegorical interpretations, too. Also, it's not really a "comedy" in the sense that it's funny, but at the time that it was written, "comedy" just meant like, not a tragedy.
Which belief is best Christianity or Catholicism?
Catholicism is the practice of someone who belongs to the Catholic Church, which is part of, or which believes in and professes, Christianity. So, there is no distinction, though there are some Christians who are not Catholic, all Catholics are Christian.
Do you have to be Catholic to teach at a Catholic High school?
Not necessarily. For the most part, catholic schools will accept employees that are not catholic, however that employee must still be a strong supporter of the schools goals and vision to be hired.
Do you have to believe in god to be Catholic?
I think so, yes. Belief in God - or in some religions, in several gods - is an essential part of faith in many religions.
Is catholicism growing in size?
It always is growing in size, (Souls in heaven and in Purgatory are also part of the Church), although people fall away from the Church, people are always being converted, or being born into Catholic families and then being baptised etc.
Why would a Roman Catholic Church refuse to perform a funeral?
If the person is not Catholic, a funeral mass may be refused. However, if married or part of a Catholic family and did not deny chuch teachings, then it is still possible.
What are French belief?
France is a Catholic country although there are fewer and fewer practicing Catholics. Its still a big part of the culture (there's a church in every town) even though the influx of Muslim immigrants from north Africa and the Middle East is beginning to throw off the statistics.
