Open Line, Monday

Why do Catholics differentiate between types of sin?, Why do Catholics take John 6:53 so literally?, Why does the Catholic Church teach that Mary was without sin?, Does the Catholic Church teach "once saved, always saved"?, and more on today's Open Line—Monday with scriptural apologist John Martignoni.

I've seen references in Biblical footnotes to the Didache and Q, what are they?, How do I explain the Catholic tradition of prayers for the dead?, Why can't Methodists receive Communion in the Catholic Church?, How should I respond when people say that Pope Francis isn't a valid Pope?, and more on today's Open Line—Monday with scriptural apologist John Martignoni(special guest host Dr. David Anders).

Why do Catholics have to confess to a priest, I thought only God could forgive sins?, Where is evidence of Purgatory found in the Bible?, How can I defend the practice of priests not being able to marry?, What is the "Kingdom of God" referenced in 1 Corinthians 9?, and more on today's Open Line—Monday with scriptural apologist John Martignoni.

Any advice on converting to Catholicism from an evangelical family?, Why should I believe in eternal life if there is a chance of eternal death?, What is the difference between a Charismatic Mass and the Novus Ordo Mass?, and more on today's Open Line—Monday with scriptural apologist John Martignoni.

Why can’t we go straight to God instead of confessing our sins to a priest? Your Catholic Church is full of man-made traditions, otherwise why do you call priests “Father,” if the Bible says otherwise. Scriptural apologist John Martignoni hosts “EWTN Open Line—Monday” to take these and other questions, like: Why did God let the devil tempt man? Will God let my dog into Heaven, being that it’s been so meaningful in our lives at a crucial moment?

Once-saved, always-saved… John settles the debate right here and now. Scriptural apologist John Martignoni hosts “EWTN Open Line—Monday” to take this and other questions, like: Why did Noah take clean and unclean animals on the Arc? How do I reconcile the Apocrypha books with St. Athanasius’ canon? Is it okay to bury a state of St. Joseph, upside-down, to sell your house? How can well-read people believe that Catholics worship Mary?

Will I see my spouse in heaven? Will we be married? Interested in finding the answer to these questions? Tune in as scriptural apologist John Martignoni answers them on Open Line Monday. Also, John discusses ‘once saved always saved’, divine providence vs synchronicity, and helps a listener understand how some non-Catholics believe Jesus needed baptism to be born again. All this and more on EWTN Radio’s Open Line Monday!

Can I bless my grandchildren? Is there a difference baptizing in the name of the Holy Ghost vs the Holy Spirit? Can we pray to guardian angels? Answers to these and much more on EWTN Radio’s Open Line Monday with John Martignoni!

Is St Lazarus a real saint? Listen in as John Martignoni discusses this question on today’s Open Line! Also, John answers a question on when the Church was actually born, and speaks with a listener who questions why some believers say Pope Francis is not the Pope. This and more on Monday’s Open Line with John Martignoni!

Why do Catholic call priests “Father” if the Bible says not to? Scriptural apologist John Martignoni hosts “EWTN Open Line—Monday” to take these and other questions, like: Does the Bible say re-marrying is like adultery? Why do we call Jesus “son of man” and then “son of God…” what is the difference? Why do we say Mary is the mother of God, when Jesus is the Son of God? What’s the Church’s teaching about fasting before Communion? How do I explain why the Catholic Church won’t accept anyone to Holy Communion? How do you balance people questioning teachings as “where is that in the Bible” vs. “where is that in the Church?”