Facts of Faith - Busted Halo

Most people associate the Catholic Mass as being universal, having the same liturgy each Sunday. However, Fr. Larry and Fr. Dave know of 6 million Catholics who have their own unique readings and rituals.

Fr. Larry Rice and Fr. Dave Dwyer discuss 12th century writer Frederiech Von Spee’s arguments on torture and why it is illogical and un-Christian.

No, the Vatican doesn't have a prison. Fr. Larry and Fr. Dave discuss the papal court that grants mercy rather than sentences.

Father Larry Rice and Father Dave Dwyer discuss the many unique hats hanging on the papal hat rack.

Fr. Dave and Fr. Larry discuss the dynamic Dorothy Day, a New Yorker on her way to becoming a saint, and the ministry which survives her today.

Where exactly did the Bible come from? Fr. Larry Rice and Fr. Dave Dwyer discuss ancient xeroxing.

How did 11 days just dissappear off of the calendar? Fr. Larry and Fr. Dave talk about how different parts of the world are in a different calendar mind-set.

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Will gossiping about others land you in “church jail?” Not necessarily, but Fr. Larry Rice says there are Canonical penalties for damaging someone’s reputation. Fr. Dave Dwyer offers advice on how to steer clear of the temptation.

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What’s the point of praying for the dead? Fr. Larry Rice and Fr. Dave Dwyer discuss why Catholics see praying for the deceased is important and why other denominations may not agree.

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