Traditional Latin Mass in Maryland

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Two years ago, I asked a knowledgeable priest about "Living Wills." He suggested that I visit the NCBC , the National Catholic Bioethics Center . The Center has its headquarters in Philadelphia with a group of top rated Catholic Bioethicists at its disposal. After checking a couple of articles, I wandered into the Publications Department and checked over the Product Catalog. To my surprise, I found a marvelous End of Life Guide/Living Will packet for a very modest price. The packet includes an Advanced Care Directive form and an Advanced Medical Directive . The accompanying forms explain in detail the Magisterial teachings of the Church. The form is written so that it is accepted as legal in every state or can be easily modified by an attorney so that it is acceptable in a particular venue. The modifications required for Maryland were minor to say the least. Please browse the NCBC website, and consider becoming a member. The books and pamphlets are marvelous.

I have had occasion to need advice on any variety of bioethical issues given from a totally Catholic perspective that is totally faithful to the Magisterium of the Church. The National Catholic Bioethics Center is a clearinghouse of superb information. The Board of Directors is superb and includes a large number of top episcopal advisers. The e-newsletter is one I read faithfully. There are position papers on all manner of issues, and subscriptions are incredibly reasonable for the NCBC periodical, "Ethics and Medics." The End of Life guide is a must for all Catholics . The purchase price is incredibly modest and it includes a prototype Advanced Medical Directive and an appointment sheet for a Health Care Proxy. The site is a must for all priests and seminarians as well as for informed Catholics. It is worth a look-see! The site is totally faithful to the Magisterial teachings of the Church and is recommended by the Catholic Medical Association as its bioethica