I ask our patron saints and every saint who has become especially dear to me to intercede for us.I ask them to help us journey safely on the narrow path that leads to heaven.O Lord, give us their protection.Grant us their assistance in overcoming temptation and gaining the fullness of [...]
From the Rapidian Linda Knieriemen, Senior Pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Holland, responds: “Christian scripture doesn’t weight in on this directly but indirectly I can deduce that yes, animals will have some sort of afterlife. In the early chapters of Genesis 1, 2, 6-9, I read that God created, [...]
Editor’s note: This article is part of a series on what the Church has actually taught about various topics. To read more about the Church’s teachings on cremation, garments, beards, and more, click here. Many Church members have opinions and personal feelings about whether animals will be resurrected and join us [...]
From time to time, I am posed with an interesting theological question: Do animals go to heaven? We’ve heard people with great sincerity say, “If my dear pet can’t be with me, then I can’t be there.” That sounds extreme, but we shouldn’t criticize such strong emotions. Any of my readers who [...]
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