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- #12475 Do Guardian Angels Influence Non-Believers? Praying to Saints - Joe Heschmeyer
“Do Guardian Angels influence non-believers?” This question opens a discussion on the role of angels in the lives of those who may not share the faith. Additionally, the episode addresses how confident Catholics should be in the belief that John died, the appropriateness of reading scripture during Adoration, and offers a Catholic perspective on praying to saints in light of 1 Timothy 2:5.
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Questions Covered:
- 25:00 – How confident should Catholics be in the belief that John died?
- 36:16 – Do Guardian Angels have an influence on the lives of those who don’t believe?
- 43:17 – Is it proper to read scripture during Adoration?
- 47:36 – Was the original Thanksgiving Catholic?
- 52:28 – What is a good Catholic response to 1 Timothy 2:5 for praying to Saints?
56 min - #12474 Why Is Missing Mass a Mortal Sin? – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Karlo Broussard
“Why is missing Mass a mortal sin?” This question opens a discussion on the gravity of our obligations to God and the Church. Additionally, the episode addresses whether someone who has never heard the Gospel can be saved and explores effective ways to convert without affecting family dynamics. The conversation also touches on the challenges of becoming Catholic and perceptions of morality within the faith.
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Questions Covered:
- 07:00 – Why is missing Mass a Mortal sin?
- 20:07 – Can a person who never heard the Gospel be saved. If so, what makes Christianity necessary?
- 29:10 – What is the most effective way to convert without impacting my family?
- 43:40 – I am having trouble becoming Catholic because of marriage records.
- 49:37 – I’m not Catholic because you redefine your morality.
56 min - #12473 Why Didn’t God Make Everyone Sinless? – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Karlo Broussard
“Why Didn’t God Make Everyone Sinless? ” This question opens a discussion on divine purpose, touching on the complexities of justice and mercy. Other topics include the foundation of the Church on Saint Peter, the relationship between God’s justice and mercy in the context of Hell, and the practical benefits of joining a church community.
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Questions Covered:
- 05:25 – Does God make some people for honorable use and some not for honorable use?
- 17:38 – I struggle with the church being founded on the Rock of Saint Peter?
- 29:00 – How can I relate God’s justice and mercy with the nature of Hell?
- 38:30 – What is the practicality of joining a church community?
- 47:09 – I am not Catholic because I think you preach a different Gospel
56 min - #12472 Is Annulment Required for All Divorced Catholics? Bible and Faith - Jim Blackburn
“Is annulment required for all divorced Catholics?” This question addresses a common concern among those navigating their faith after divorce. Additionally, the discussion touches on the complexities of Bible translations and offers insights into discerning personal spiritual experiences, as well as clarifying why infidelity is not considered grounds for annulment.
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Questions Covered:
- 19:20 – Is it true that the Catholic Church requires all divorced people to get an annulment before becoming Catholic?
- 29:10 – How can I understand the differences in language translations of the Bible?
- 36:36 – How can I discern about an experience where I believe I’ve seen Jesus?
- 47:50 – Why isn’t infidelity considered grounds for an annulment?
56 min - #12471 How to Survive Family Discussions This Thanksgiving and More - Rose Sweet
“How to survive family discussions this Thanksgiving” is a common concern, especially when differing opinions arise. This episode also addresses the importance of being properly detached during conversations and offers strategies for managing unwanted guests while maintaining relationships. Tune in for practical advice on navigating these challenging family dynamics.
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Questions Covered:
- 0:00 – 7 Tips for surviving family discussion this Thanksgiving
- 35:20 – Being properly detached
- 46:10 – Managing unwanted guests without harming relationship with them
56 min - #12470 Must We Forgive the Unrepentant? Eucharist and Confession - Jimmy Akin
“Must we forgive the unrepentant?” This question delves into the complexities of forgiveness as taught in Luke 17:3-4. Additionally, the discussion touches on the Church’s teaching regarding the “Sons of God” in Genesis 6, clarifies why the Eucharist is not cannibalism, and examines the tolerance of Old Testament polygamy compared to New Testament teachings.
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Questions Covered:
- 04:45 – Church teaching on the “Sons of God” in Genesis 6
- 11:58 – Must we forgive someone who is not repentant? (Luke 17:3-4)
- 20:35 -How to explain that the Eucharist is not cannibalism
- 29:10 -Why Old Testament polygamy was tolerated but not in the New Testament
- 40:04 -Recommendation for a good book for a 14-year-old interested in Catholicism
- 44:35 -Parallels between confession and the sin offering in Leviticus
56 min - #12469 Why Are Jehovah’s Witnesses Considered Non-Christian? - Jimmy Akin
“Why are Jehovah’s Witnesses considered non-Christian?” This question leads to a discussion on the theological distinctions that set them apart from mainstream Christianity. Additionally, the conversation touches on the similarities and differences between angelic and ghost apparitions, the earliest evidence for the Assumption and the Immaculate Conception, and advice for new Catholics seeking community.
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Questions Covered:
- 01:40 – Similarities and differences between angelic and ghost apparitions
- 19:15 – Clarification on why Jehovah’s Witnesses are considered non-Christian
- 29:30 – Earliest evidence for the Assumption and the Immaculate Conception
- 43:30 – If Jesus appears fully in both species, why does Scripture say “body” for bread and “blood” for wine?
- 49:55 – Advice for a new Catholic struggling to connect with other young adult Catholics
56 min - #12468 Did the Miracle of the Sun Actually Happen? - Tim Staples
“Did the Miracle of the Sun actually happen?” This question opens a discussion on the authenticity of miraculous events in Catholic tradition. Other topics include the relationship between God’s will and personal manifestation, the nature of the Mass as a propitiatory sacrifice, and the significance of Ananias laying hands on St. Paul.
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Questions Covered:
- 02:35 – Did The Miracle of the Sun actually happen?
- 17:23 – Can we manifest what God will give us?
- 29:25 – If the mass is a Propitiatory sacrifice then how come mortal sin can’t be forgiven during mass?
- 45:00 – What was the significance of Ananias laying his hands on St. Paul?
- 50:23 – Josephus said James was Jesus’ brother. What is the Catholic response to that?
56 min - #12467 What Does the Church Say About Psychedelics? - Steve Kramp
“What does the Church say about psychedelics?” This question opens a discussion on the Catholic perspective regarding the use of psychedelics, touching on their justification and the intriguing connection some claim exists between psychedelics and creativity. Additionally, the conversation delves into the nature of the entities encountered during such experiences.
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Questions Covered:
- 01:00 – What does the Catholic Church say about psychedelics?
- 35:50 – How can the use of psychedelics be justified?
- 37:57 – What’s the supposed link between creativity and taking psychedelics?
- 45:15 – Who are the entities we’re encountering?
56 min - #12466 Why Do We Need the Apostles, Mary, and the Saints? – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Joe Heschmeyer
“Why do we need the apostles?” This episode explores the vital role of the apostles in our faith, along with questions about the necessity of praying to Mary and the saints, and how to address concerns about the relationship between Catholics and Jesus. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on these important topics and more.
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Questions Covered:
- 05:25 – My co-worker asked: Why do we even need the apostles?
- 15:41 – I’m in OCIA but I’m having trouble with Mary and the saints. To be Catholic do we need to pray to Mary and the saints?
- 20:30 – How do I respond to the claim that Catholics focus on religion and don’t have a relationship with Jesus?
- 43:15 – I just returned to the Faith and my son isn’t Catholic. How do I explain F.r James Martin giving the sacraments to two gay men?
- 52:00 – I’m coming into the Church. What does ‘confessing your sins to one another’ mean? My non-Catholic uncle raised the objection?
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