By Connie Beckman
What we watch and listen to definitely have an effect on how we form our Catholic consciences, especially during political elections. Let’s be honest; neither you nor I have all the answers. This is why we must seek those sources that can help us find the answers.
For years, I was ill informed about Catholic teaching. Raising children and holding down a job kept me too busy to educate myself—or at least that was my excuse. As a result, I allowed myself to be led right out of the Catholic Church.
It was a short journey, thanks to God and to my faithful Catholic friends who prayed and helped me learn the truths about my Catholic faith. Even so, it was a lesson that became deeply ingrained in my heart. From that point on, I felt determined not to let anyone deceive me again. This led me to discover the beautiful and profound golden nuggets of the Catholic Church.
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