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- #12455 Why Does It Take So Long To Become Catholic? Free Will and LGBT Issues - Joe Heschmeyer
“Why does it take so long to become Catholic?” This episode explores the journey of faith and the various factors involved in conversion. Additionally, we address concerns about LGBT issues in the context of confirmation, the Church’s interpretation of the Ten Commandments, and the relationship between God’s omniscience and human free will.
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Questions Covered:
- 05:54 – Why does it take so long to become Catholic?
- 14:45 – I’m a catechist. My catechumens are scandalized. What does the Church teach on LGBT men getting confirmed with his “husband” as his sponsor? What does the Church teach on this?
- 20:30 – I’m Baptist and reading CCC. Why does the Church rearrange or redo the 10 commandments?
- 38:00 – My brother isn’t Catholic. If God is omniscient, how do we have free will?
- 45:55 – I don’t recognize the authority of the Pope?
56 min - #12454 How Are We Certain of Purgatory? Forgiveness and Mary - Karlo Broussard
“How Are We Certain of Purgatory?” This episode explores the Catholic understanding of purgatory, including key scriptural support and the conditions for forgiveness when confession isn’t possible. Additionally, we delve into why Jesus’ crucifixion details are often overlooked and discuss Mary’s marriage to Joseph, shedding light on these important topics.
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Questions Covered:
- 03:32 – Why do we believe so strongly in purgatory? What is the best Scripture passage you can give me for purgatory?
- 13:15 – If one is in danger of death and receives the anointing of sick but can’t receive confession. Will their mortal sins be forgiven?
- 16:12 – Why don’t we really mention that Jesus was naked at the cross?
- 19:38 – Why was Mary married to Joseph, an older man, who potentially had other children?
- 22:34 – Does the soul immediately go to purgatory after death? And are you conscious in purgatory?
- 32:12 – Why does the CCC say the spouse is responsible for the holiness of the other?
- 38:00 – Why do some apologists say that protestants are going to hell and others don’t?
- 47:45 – Is the apostolic blessing a total remission of sin?
- 52:00 – Why doesn’t the church focus on what we need to do to get into heaven instead of what won’t get us there?
56 min - #12453 Was the Papacy Supposed to Be Ongoing? Mary and OCIA - Karlo Broussard
“Was the Papacy Supposed to Be Ongoing?” This episode explores the evidence supporting Peter’s position as the Church’s leader and its continuation after his death. Additionally, we address how to explain purgatory to someone in OCIA, the belief in Mary’s perpetual virginity, and the Vatican’s clarification on Mary’s role as co-redemptrix.
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Questions Covered:
- 04:10 – Catholics believe that Jesus made Peter the leader of the Church. And some Protestants might even concede this. But what evidence do have to show that Jesus intended this leadership role to continue after Peter died?
- 13:59 – What’s the best way to explain purgatory to my wife who is in OCIA?
- 22:26 – Why do Catholics believe Mary was a perpetual virgin? What resources do you recommend on the Early Church?
- 30:32 – Why did the Vatican need to put out a letter saying Mary wasn’t a co-redemptrix?
- 38:25 – Why do Catholics call the Mass a sacrifice
- 52:20 – Why is it ok to only take the host at mass?
56 min - #12452 Is AI Becoming the Modern Tower of Babel? w/ Drago Dimitrov - Drago Dimitrov
“Is AI becoming the modern Tower of Babel?” This episode explores the implications of artificial intelligence on faith and communication. Additionally, we delve into how AI can assist in defending the Catholic Church and the challenges it presents in understanding complex theological arguments. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on technology and spirituality.
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Questions Covered:
- 03:59 – Is AI the Modern Tower of Babel?
- 32:32 – AI helped me to defend the Catholic Church by helping translate the arguments.
56 min - #12451 What Can Lay People do at Mass? - Tom Nash
“What can ordinary people do at Mass?” This episode explores the profound mystery of Christ’s presence in the Mass, alongside questions about the role of laypeople during the service, the absence of an Old Testament reading before Vatican II, and the significance of praying for those who have fallen asleep.
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Questions Covered:
- 04:40 – What can ordinary people do at Mass? Can lay people give blessings at communion?
- 11:49 – Why was there no OT reading before Vatican 2?
- 14:03 – Is Jesus really present in the Eucharist?
- 18:43 – We pray for those who have died and those who have fallen asleep. What does it mean to those who have fallen asleep?
- 30:02 – I got into a conversation with a sedevacantist. They asked, If the sacraments are only valid if they have proper form, how can you have a valid sacrament if the words of the institution were changed in the Novus Ordo?
- 35:43 – Why does the Catholic Mass seem to look more and more protestant?
- 47:19 – Why does the priest add a piece of the host and water into the chalice?
56 min - #12450 Can I Understand Indulgences, Sacrifices, and Vatican II? - Jimmy Akin
“Can I understand indulgences?” This episode dives into the topic of indulgences and their origins, while also addressing a variety of questions such as the reasons behind the cessation of Old Testament sacrifices and the validity of crystal healings. Join us as we explore these intriguing aspects of Catholic faith and practice.
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Questions Covered:
- 02:42 – I’m recently getting more into apologetics. What can I read to get myself more familiarized with it?
- 07:15 – If there is a pleasing odor to the lord, why did we stop those sacrifices?
- 15:11 – I don’t understand Indulgences. Where did they come from?
- 23:58 – Is there validity in crystal healings?
- 36:01 – Rev. says 144,000 are only going to heaven. Can you explain what it means?
- 43:01 – Did the Catholic Church ever try to assassinate Martin Luther?
- 48:11 – I heard the claim that Vatican II eradicated choir lofts. Where might that idea come from?
- 52:09 – Should I kneel when I watch adoration on TV?
56 min - #12449 Did Moses Write The Torah? | AMA: Catholicism w/@JimmyAkin - Jimmy Akin
“Did Moses write the Torah?” This episode dives into the authorship of the first five books of the Bible, while also addressing diverse topics such as the morality of self-flagellation among saints, the Catholic understanding of the Greek term Logizomai in Romans 4:5, and the implications of consuming a host that has miraculously transformed.
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Questions Covered:
- 02:16 – Did Moses write the first five books of the bible?
- 14:10 – Is self-flagellation self harm? And were saints who did it committing a sin?
- 24:22 – Regarding the Greek term Logizomai in Romans 4:5. What’s the Catholic understanding of it?
- 35:56 – Is it wrong to consume a host that has miraculously been turned into actual flesh?
- 45:20 – I responded to the protestants’ objection to joining Catholicism due to scandal by saying: there will always be bad actors when humans are involved and Jesus founded the Church so Satan will target it. Is this a good response?
56 min - #12448 Can Purgatory Be Empty After All Souls Day? Indulgences and Forgiveness - Karlo Broussard
“Can Purgatory Be Empty After All Souls Day?” This episode explores the implications of plenary indulgences for souls in purgatory, alongside thought-provoking questions about God’s omniscience and the nature of forgiveness. Tune in as we also tackle how to overcome deep-seated hatred and respond to biblical objections regarding purgatory.
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Questions Covered:
- 08:50 – If purgatory were to be empty after all souls day and I give a Plenary indulgence to the souls in purgatory, where would the indulgences go?
- 17:36 – If God is all knowing and He forgets our sins at confession, how do we reconcile that?
- 32:55 – How can you stop hating someone who has hurt your? What if you have tried everything and just can’t do it?
- 48:40 – The bible says we are perfected in Christ. How do we respond to this objection to purgatory?
56 min - #12447 Proving that Purgatory Exists in ONE MINUTE! AMA Catholicism w/Karlo Broussard - Karlo Broussard
“Proving that Purgatory Exists in ONE MINUTE!” In this episode, we explore the concept of Purgatory and its significance in Catholic belief. Additionally, we tackle questions about the titles of Mediatrix and Co-Redemptrix, how to engage with a 27-year-old agnostic son, and the impact of prayer on the world’s future.
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Questions Covered:
- 08:34 – How do Catholics understand the titles of Mediatrix and Co-Redemptrix?
- 16:20 – What’s the elevator pitch for Purgatory?
- 36:06 – How do you talk to a 27 YO agnostic who happens to be your son?
- 47:30 – I’ve been praying for the world to get better. Will it actually get better?
56 min - #12446 Did Papal Documents Teach Protestants Go to Hell? - Joe Heschmeyer
“Did papal documents teach Protestants go to hell?” This episode delves into the complexities of Vatican teachings and their implications for Protestant believers. Additionally, we explore the latest Vatican document and its significance, as well as the biblical meaning of Israel in Hosea 3:4-5, providing a comprehensive look at these important topics.
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Questions Covered:
- 06:45 – Did papal documents like Unam Sanctam teach holy protestant men go to hell?
- 16:43 – Can you clarify what the new Vatican document says?
- 33:38 – What does the bible mean when it mentions Israel in Hosea 3:4-5
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