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April 02, 2025#12134 Will the Pope Allow Women Priests or Same-Sex Weddings? - Karlo Broussard
Some Catholics are concerned about recent changes to synod structures and future decisions. We take a closer look at Pope Paul VI’s vision for synods, the Church’s stance on women’s ordination and same-sex unions, and answer more on valid marriage, frozen embryos, and Mary’s sinlessness.
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Questions Covered:
14:40 – Why does the pope not follow Pope Paul VI’s understanding of synods only being made up of Cardinals? Will he allow women priests and homosexual weddings?
20:50 – What does the Church require for a marriage to be valid?
24:36 – Why doesn’t the Church have an articulated position on frozen embryos?
33:14 – Why does the Catholic moral belief prioritize the individual and neighbor over family and kin?
41:34 – Why does the Church believe in patron saints?
46:43 – If Mary was human, how was she sinless?
48:09 – Why aren’t the remains of a cremated loved one allowed to be kept in a home?
51:06 – Why do we believe in the God of the Old Testament?
56 min
April 02, 2025#12134 Will the Pope Allow Women Priests or Same-Sex Weddings? - Karlo Broussard
Some Catholics are concerned about recent changes to synod structures and future decisions. We take a closer look at Pope Paul VI’s vision for synods, the Church’s stance on women’s ordination and same-sex unions, and answer more on valid marriage, frozen embryos, and Mary’s sinlessness.
Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here
Questions Covered:
14:40 – Why does the pope not follow Pope Paul VI’s understanding of synods only being made up of Cardinals? Will he allow women priests and homosexual weddings?
20:50 – What does the Church require for a marriage to be valid?
24:36 – Why doesn’t the Church have an articulated position on frozen embryos?
33:14 – Why does the Catholic moral belief prioritize the individual and neighbor over family and kin?
41:34 – Why does the Church believe in patron saints?
46:43 – If Mary was human, how was she sinless?
48:09 – Why aren’t the remains of a cremated loved one allowed to be kept in a home?
51:06 – Why do we believe in the God of the Old Testament?
56 min
April 01, 2025#12133 Why Do Catholics Follow the Pope If It’s Not in the Bible? And More - Karlo Broussard
Many Protestants ask why Catholics follow papal authority when it’s not explicitly stated in Scripture. We explore the biblical and historical roots of the papacy and also explain why Catholics reject sola scriptura, differences in baptism, and the rules around receiving Communion.
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Questions Covered:
07:16 – Why do Catholics follow the doctrines and orders of the pope even if it’s not written in the bible?
19:00 – Why don’t Catholics follow Sola Scriptura?
37:24 – Why is baptism different among Catholics vs Baptists?
47:20 – Why can’t non-Catholics receive communion at a Catholic Church? How would one explain it to them?
56 min
April 01, 2025#12133 Why Do Catholics Follow the Pope If It’s Not in the Bible? And More - Karlo Broussard
Many Protestants ask why Catholics follow papal authority when it’s not explicitly stated in Scripture. We explore the biblical and historical roots of the papacy and also explain why Catholics reject sola scriptura, differences in baptism, and the rules around receiving Communion.
Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here
Questions Covered:
07:16 – Why do Catholics follow the doctrines and orders of the pope even if it’s not written in the bible?
19:00 – Why don’t Catholics follow Sola Scriptura?
37:24 – Why is baptism different among Catholics vs Baptists?
47:20 – Why can’t non-Catholics receive communion at a Catholic Church? How would one explain it to them?
56 min
April 01, 2025#12132 How Can I Foster Peace at Mass While Co-Parenting After Divorce? - Dr. Ray Guarendi
Navigating Mass with an estranged spouse can be difficult, especially when co-parenting. Dr. Ray offers guidance on maintaining peace and setting a good example for children, along with insights on family boundaries, self-compassion, and recognizing spiritual experiences in prayer.
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Questions Covered:
21:06 – Navigating Mass with an estranged spouse: How can he foster peace while co-parenting post-divorce?
30:20 – Is it ethical to challenge therapists who advise cutting off family members? A listener questions Dr. Ray’s stance.
36:04 – How can he manage negative self-talk and stop assuming the worst about others’ intentions?
41:21 – She struggles with being her own worst critic—what are some practical tools for self-compassion?
44:25 – She and her father are estranged from her younger sister—how can she start the path to reconciliation?
49:02 – Therapy vs. self-help: Can Dr. Ray expand on why seeing a therapist is different from following social media advice?
51:25 – Is a peaceful, tingling feeling during prayer a sign of the Holy Spirit? How can he discern spiritual experiences?
56 min
April 01, 2025#12132 How Can I Foster Peace at Mass While Co-Parenting After Divorce? - Dr. Ray Guarendi
Navigating Mass with an estranged spouse can be difficult, especially when co-parenting. Dr. Ray offers guidance on maintaining peace and setting a good example for children, along with insights on family boundaries, self-compassion, and recognizing spiritual experiences in prayer.
Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here
Questions Covered:
21:06 – Navigating Mass with an estranged spouse: How can he foster peace while co-parenting post-divorce?
30:20 – Is it ethical to challenge therapists who advise cutting off family members? A listener questions Dr. Ray’s stance.
36:04 – How can he manage negative self-talk and stop assuming the worst about others’ intentions?
41:21 – She struggles with being her own worst critic—what are some practical tools for self-compassion?
44:25 – She and her father are estranged from her younger sister—how can she start the path to reconciliation?
49:02 – Therapy vs. self-help: Can Dr. Ray expand on why seeing a therapist is different from following social media advice?
51:25 – Is a peaceful, tingling feeling during prayer a sign of the Holy Spirit? How can he discern spiritual experiences?
56 min
March 31, 2025#12131 What Is Opus Dei and How Does It Fit Into the Catholic Church? - Matthew E. Bunson
Opus Dei often sparks curiosity—and controversy. But what is it really, and how does it function within the wider Catholic Church? We explore this question and also discuss papal resignation and the balance of free will and institutional pressure.
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Questions Covered:
33:36 – Does a papal resignation raise concerns about free will vs. pressure within the Vatican?
37:31 – What is Opus Dei, and how does it fit into the larger Catholic faith?
56 min
March 31, 2025#12131 What Is Opus Dei and How Does It Fit Into the Catholic Church? - Matthew E. Bunson
Opus Dei often sparks curiosity—and controversy. But what is it really, and how does it function within the wider Catholic Church? We explore this question and also discuss papal resignation and the balance of free will and institutional pressure.
Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here
Questions Covered:
33:36 – Does a papal resignation raise concerns about free will vs. pressure within the Vatican?
37:31 – What is Opus Dei, and how does it fit into the larger Catholic faith?
56 min
March 29, 2025#12130 Could Hobbits or Vulcans Become Catholic Priests? - Jimmy Akin
If intelligent alien or fictional species like Vulcans or Hobbits existed, could they be ordained as priests? We dive into this speculative theology question and also explore Marian devotion, dowsing, near-death experiences, and papal infallibility.
Questions Covered:
02:59 – Would other intelligent creatures (like hobbits or vulcans) become priests?
08:29 – Could a Catholic holding all that the Church teaches on Mary believe that she’s overemphasized?
12:03 – What are the “living waters” discussed in John 4?
15:32 – I’ve seen your videos on dowsing. Is dowsing for future events permissible, or is it considered divination?
24:55 – Can a consecration be valid if one item is defective?
30:58 – Why do most people who have Near-Death Experiences that are not religious or mention Jesus?
36:01 – How do you meditate on the rosary while saying the vocal prayers?
40:21 – When Jesus talks about “a divided kingdom” and the demons, what is he talking about?
46:20 – If the pope were to make a definitive statement, could half of it be infallible and the other half be fallible?
51:44 – What are the limitations of a bishop over the liturgical functions of a diocese?
56 min
March 29, 2025#12130 Could Hobbits or Vulcans Become Catholic Priests? - Jimmy Akin
If intelligent alien or fictional species like Vulcans or Hobbits existed, could they be ordained as priests? We dive into this speculative theology question and also explore Marian devotion, dowsing, near-death experiences, and papal infallibility.
Questions Covered:
02:59 – Would other intelligent creatures (like hobbits or vulcans) become priests?
08:29 – Could a Catholic holding all that the Church teaches on Mary believe that she’s overemphasized?
12:03 – What are the “living waters” discussed in John 4?
15:32 – I’ve seen your videos on dowsing. Is dowsing for future events permissible, or is it considered divination?
24:55 – Can a consecration be valid if one item is defective?
30:58 – Why do most people who have Near-Death Experiences that are not religious or mention Jesus?
36:01 – How do you meditate on the rosary while saying the vocal prayers?
40:21 – When Jesus talks about “a divided kingdom” and the demons, what is he talking about?
46:20 – If the pope were to make a definitive statement, could half of it be infallible and the other half be fallible?
51:44 – What are the limitations of a bishop over the liturgical functions of a diocese?
56 min