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- #12090 Why Does God Allow Suffering? Understanding Its Purpose in Faith - Jimmy Akin
Why does God let us go through pain, like breakups, when it feels pointless? Jimmy Akin explores this tough question and answers more on Sunday obligations, Church hierarchy, and Catholic history.
Questions Covered:
- 02:52 – What would obligations for Sunday Mass be if you were in a Ground Hog’s Day scenario?
- 08:38 – Do we jump around with the readings at Mass?
- 14:13 – How do I know the difference between a bishop, an archbishop, and a cardinal?
- 20:39 – When did Jesus mean by “taking up your cross” when he wasn’t crucified yet? Also, I’m writing a Catholic history book in Spanish; do I need an imprimatur?
- 36:10 – Why does God give us suffering when it feels like there’s no purpose? For example, a break-up.
- 45:50 – Why does St. Irenaeus say that the Church was founded and organized in Rome by Peter and Paul?
- 49:15 – What are the rules for working on Sunday?
56 min - #12090 Why Does God Allow Suffering? Understanding Its Purpose in Faith - Jimmy Akin
Why does God let us go through pain, like breakups, when it feels pointless? Jimmy Akin explores this tough question and answers more on Sunday obligations, Church hierarchy, and Catholic history.
Questions Covered:
- 02:52 – What would obligations for Sunday Mass be if you were in a Ground Hog’s Day scenario?
- 08:38 – Do we jump around with the readings at Mass?
- 14:13 – How do I know the difference between a bishop, an archbishop, and a cardinal?
- 20:39 – When did Jesus mean by “taking up your cross” when he wasn’t crucified yet? Also, I’m writing a Catholic history book in Spanish; do I need an imprimatur?
- 36:10 – Why does God give us suffering when it feels like there’s no purpose? For example, a break-up.
- 45:50 – Why does St. Irenaeus say that the Church was founded and organized in Rome by Peter and Paul?
- 49:15 – What are the rules for working on Sunday?
56 min - #12089 Does ‘Meek’ Mean ‘Equipped for Battle’? And More Questions - Jimmy Akin
Jimmy Akin explores the surprising etymology of “meek” and answers more intriguing questions on faith, morality, and Church authority.
Questions Covered:
- 05:01 – If we had technology that could let us live forever, would it be immoral to use?
- 08:28 – How should I interpret Romans 10:13?
- 12:18 – How do the nihil obstat and the imprimatur work in terms of Church authority and infallibility?
- 17:44 – What is the etymology of the word meek? Someone claimed it to mean “equipped for battle”.
- 23:40 – Our cardinal retired and they’re going to install a new bishop. What do cardinals/bishops do after they retire? Are they excluded from the College of Cardinals?
- 28:49 – Are there any examples of Jesus asking someone would please, or did he command people to things?
- 37:14 – Why is extending life not immoral? I have some objections.
- 46:36 – It looks like Joseph Biden has been appointed an Honorary Mason. What’s the difference between the Knights of Columbus and the Freemasons? See also our related article on President Biden, which illustrates the problematic religious aspects of Freemasonry.
56 min - #12089 Does ‘Meek’ Mean ‘Equipped for Battle’? And More Questions - Jimmy Akin
Jimmy Akin explores the surprising etymology of “meek” and answers more intriguing questions on faith, morality, and Church authority.
Questions Covered:
- 05:01 – If we had technology that could let us live forever, would it be immoral to use?
- 08:28 – How should I interpret Romans 10:13?
- 12:18 – How do the nihil obstat and the imprimatur work in terms of Church authority and infallibility?
- 17:44 – What is the etymology of the word meek? Someone claimed it to mean “equipped for battle”.
- 23:40 – Our cardinal retired and they’re going to install a new bishop. What do cardinals/bishops do after they retire? Are they excluded from the College of Cardinals?
- 28:49 – Are there any examples of Jesus asking someone would please, or did he command people to things?
- 37:14 – Why is extending life not immoral? I have some objections.
- 46:36 – It looks like Joseph Biden has been appointed an Honorary Mason. What’s the difference between the Knights of Columbus and the Freemasons? See also our related article on President Biden, which illustrates the problematic religious aspects of Freemasonry.
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- #12087 Is IVF an Option for Couples Struggling with Infertility? - Fr. Tad Pacholczyk
Fr. Tad Pacholozcyk dives into complex ethical and moral questions surrounding IVF, infertility, and bioethics. He discusses how to approach conversations about IVF with struggling couples, the Church’s stance on embryo adoption, and the moral implications of CRISPR technology. Tim also examines the influence of Catholic politicians on these issues and guides those who have undergone IVF and are seeking healing. Plus, discover resources to help infertile couples understand the Church’s teachings. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion!
Questions Covered:
- 19:44 – How do I approach discussing IVF with couples who are infertile?
- 24:21 – How much weight does a Catholic politician like J.D. Vance have on topics like IVF?
- 29:59 – Are we aware of CRISPR technology? What does the Church say about this?
- 36:00 – Is it morally permissible for couples to adopt abandoned embryos?
- 44:28 – How do we as individuals who’ve been through IVF deal with the damage and advise others?
- 50:18 – Are there resources that help infertile couples understand the Church’s position on IVF?
56 min - #12087 Is IVF an Option for Couples Struggling with Infertility? - Fr. Tad Pacholczyk
Fr. Tad Pacholozcyk dives into complex ethical and moral questions surrounding IVF, infertility, and bioethics. He discusses how to approach conversations about IVF with struggling couples, the Church’s stance on embryo adoption, and the moral implications of CRISPR technology. Tim also examines the influence of Catholic politicians on these issues and guides those who have undergone IVF and are seeking healing. Plus, discover resources to help infertile couples understand the Church’s teachings. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion!
Questions Covered:
- 19:44 – How do I approach discussing IVF with couples who are infertile?
- 24:21 – How much weight does a Catholic politician like J.D. Vance have on topics like IVF?
- 29:59 – Are we aware of CRISPR technology? What does the Church say about this?
- 36:00 – Is it morally permissible for couples to adopt abandoned embryos?
- 44:28 – How do we as individuals who’ve been through IVF deal with the damage and advise others?
- 50:18 – Are there resources that help infertile couples understand the Church’s position on IVF?
56 min - #12086 What Did the Most Recent Popes Actually Do? And More Topics - Christopher Check
The Flannel Panel takes on the news from the Catholic perspective including NPR’s take on previous popes and their accomplishments.
Topics Covered:
- 01:30 – Movies
- 06:00 – National Geographic
- 14:10 – NPR
- 30:00 – What did Pope John XXIII do?
- 42:20 – What did Pope Paul VI do?
- 47:03 – What did Pope John Paul II & Benedict XVI do?
56 min - #12085 The Steps to Pulling Off Sainthood and More from the Flannel Panel - Joe Heschmeyer
The Flannel Panel takes on the news from the Catholic perspective, including the current state of Pope Francis, The upcoming Academy Awards and the process of sainthood.
Topics Covered:
- 02:00 – Pope Francis
- 09:10 – Academy Award Best Picture Nominations
- 18:15 – Indigenous Man
- 28:30 – How to Pull off Sainthood
- 34:00 – Mailbag
- 43:45 – Jesus Christ Superstar
56 min
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