Radio Maria England QUESTIONS OF FAITH - Sr Carino O.P. Sr Answers Your Questions.
Jan 27, 2026
Sister Carina Hodder OP, a Dominican sister who trains catechists and speaks on theology, answers listeners' faith queries. She unpacks Mary and Elizabeth’s kinship using cultural terms. She considers whether photos at Mass can respect active participation. She reflects on John the Baptist’s question about the Messiah and on who counts as the first martyr in Church history.
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Broad Kinship In Biblical Culture
- Ancient cultures used broad kinship terms, so 'kinswoman' can mean many relations across ages.
- Sister Carina says we only need what's revealed for salvation; precise family labels are speculative but harmless.
Room For Prayerful Speculation
- The Church gives what is necessary for salvation explicitly in Scripture and teaching, leaving room for prayerful speculation on non-essential details.
- Sister Carina encourages imaginative but respectful theological discussion within those bounds.
Balance Photos With Active Participation
- Balance active participation at Mass with any photography and avoid actions that distract others.
- Ask the priest or designated photographer to coordinate for special moments so worship and memories both stay respected.