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August 158/14/26 - Fr. Paul Born - Are Pro-Abortion Catholic Politicians Formally Excommunicated?
Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
In Today's Show:
The governor of Massachusetts just signed a bill legalizing abortion until birth. Since she is a self-proclaimed Catholic, will she be formally excommunicated?
When may priests use the Eucharistic Prayers for various needs? I've heard that it's not to be used on Sunday.
Can you please offer advice for someone living in chronic constant pain how to keep hope and not feel that God has left you behind?
Father, countless Flock surveillance cameras have been placed all around the US to create “safer communities.” Many, including myself, believe it is instead creating a surveillance state where our privacy is being violated. Would it be wrong to block or obstruct the view of one of these cameras without damaging them?
And more.
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47 min
August 148/13/26 - Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP - Is Voting for the “Lesser of Two Evils” Recommended?
Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph Shrine in Detroit, Michigan. He was ordained in 2020.
In Today's Show:
Is voting for the lesser of two evils recommended?
What would a truly pro-life society look like?
Is it okay to play Magic, The Gathering?
What is the proper time to kneel for the consecration?
And more.
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47 min
August 128/12/26 - Fr. William Rock, FSSP - Why Were Some Books Excluded From The Bible?
Fr. William Rock, FSSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. Fr. Rock is also currently contributing to TAN Books “Year of the Latin Mass.” Fr. Rock’s video contributions can be found on TAN Books YouTube page.
In Today's Show:
Can I stay Catholic if I have historical objections to the papacy?
When the server lifts the chasuble during the Latin Mass, is that for practical reasons or is there a liturgical reason for it?
Why are the books that were excluded from the Bible left out?
What are your thoughts on the Orthodox Miracle of the Holy Fire?
And more.
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46 min
August 118/11/26 – Fr. Michael Copenhagen - How Should I Go About Reading the Entire Bible?
Fr. Michael Copenhagen is a Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest, husband, and father at St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Melkite Catholic Church in Gates, New York. He holds a Bachelor's of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome.
In Today's Show:
Are priests allowed to invest in the stock market and actively trade stocks?
Do you have any advice on how to tackle reading the entire Bible?
Why did Jacob steal Esau's blessing and get the birth rite?
Might God reveal details to a soul to help the soul freely choose Heaven over Hell in their final moments?
And more.
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46 min
August 108/10/26 - Fr. Christopher Mahar - Why Are So Many People Unbelievers?
Father Christopher Mahar earned a Bachelor of Science in Philosophy from Providence College in 2000 and subsequently completed his Bachelor's degree in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome in 2003. He was ordained a deacon in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome in 2003 and a priest in the Diocese of Providence in 2004. He currently serves as Pastor at St. Augustine Church in Providence, Rhode Island.
In Today's Show:
Why are so many people unbelievers?
Am I allowed to buy a pre-owned/vintage rosary online if it is likely or even probable that the rosary is already blessed?
How does one confess past sins?
Should Catholics avoid Sturgis?
And more.
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46 min
August 068/6/26 - Fr. John Brancich, FSSP - Is Piracy a Sin?
Fr. John Brancich, FSSP, is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.
In Today's Show:
Is piracy a sin?
Is onanism a sin? Me and my husband are married, we currently have 5 children. I am open to more children, my husband does not want any more children.
If a baby or child is baptized but either the wrong first name or surname is used during the Baptism, is that Baptism still valid?
What should one do to advance in the spiritual life who isn’t in the outer court per se, but still in the first mansion, according to St. Teresa of Avila?
And more.
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47 min
July 317/31/26 - Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP - What Spiritual Steps Should I Take to Deal with My Anxiety?
Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph Shrine in Detroit, Michigan. He was ordained in 2020.
In Today's Show:
What spiritual steps should I take to deal with my anxiety besides prayer?
If we have a thought that's a mortal sin, and we fight to overcome it, do we need to confess it?
With the advent of the internet and new means of communication, do you believe that we have a better understanding of the Gospel today as opposed to the Church Fathers?
What is one thing people miss a lot about participating in Mass?
And more.
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47 min
July 307/30/26 - Fr. Christopher Mahar - What Prayer Routine Should I Have as a Working Husband and Father?
Father Christopher Mahar earned a Bachelor of Science in Philosophy from Providence College in 2000 and subsequently completed his Bachelor's degree in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome in 2003. He was ordained a deacon in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome in 2003 and a priest in the Diocese of Providence in 2004. He currently serves as Pastor at St. Augustine Church in Providence, Rhode Island.
In Today's Show:
What is the Trinity?
If our name isn’t written in the book of life, does that mean it was at one point and through unrepentant sin it was removed?
Are there any actual repercussions if a person, such as a spouse, said that they cursed you? What would need to be done, if anything?
What is a good way, as Catholics, to approach “cultish” Catholics that make us look bad with irrational hateful beliefs/comments?
And more.
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47 min
July 307/29/26 - Fr. William Rock, FSSP - How Can I Battle Fear and Anxiety?
Fr. William Rock, FSSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. Fr. Rock is also currently contributing to TAN Books “Year of the Latin Mass.” Fr. Rock’s video contributions can be found on TAN Books YouTube page.
In Today's Show:
Do Catholics have a moral duty to treat animals we are killing for food with as much humaneness as possible?
How can I effectively battle fear and anxiety?
Do churches have an “onboarding” process to help someone new connect with opportunities to grow in faith?
How can we prevent Muslims from purchasing Catholic Churches?
And more.
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46 min
July 277/27/26 - Fr. John Brancich, FSSP - Is It a Valid Marriage if a Catholic Marries a Non-Catholic?
Fr. John Brancich, FSSP, is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.
In Today's Show:
How can we be sure that temptation from the demonic is a real thing and not simply natural inclination?
When 5th graders ask about God having no beginning and no end, how can that be best explained?
I have basically been told no to the priesthood, and it honestly hurts. What should I do?
Is it a valid marriage if a Catholic marries a non-Catholic?
And more.
Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!
46 min

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