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2/17/26 - Fr. Michael Duesterhaus - Are We Predestined for Either Heaven or Hell?

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Fr. Michael Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He currently serves as Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish in Front Royal, Virginia.

In Today's Show:

  • Is everyone predestined for either Heaven or Hell?
  • Why is the Hail Mary prayer sometimes referred to as the Angelic Salutation?
  • Is it okay to keep decorative lights up during Lent?
  • Did the saints agree that we have to pray the Rosary every day to be eligible for the 15 promises?
  • Why did Jesus specifically choose bread and wine as the matter in the sacrament of holy communion? 
  • Questions about Lenten fasting and abstinence.
  • What happens to a priest's chalice when they die?
  • How often does Fr. Duesterhaus wear his collar outside of Mass?
  • What is the best way to lead those we know through the conversion process?
  • Does the Holy Spirit lead you, no matter which denominational church you attend?
  • And more.

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