#12138 Do Catholics Put More Faith in the Church Than in Jesus? - Tim Staples
Some claim Catholics trust the Church more than Christ—but is that true? We explore this common misunderstanding along with questions on Jesus’ “brothers,” historical temple virgins, and how to reach out to loved ones who feel unwelcome in the Church.
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Questions Covered:
01:55 – I’ve heard that Catholics put more of their faith in the Church over Jesus. What is your response to that?
16:37 – How do we know that the brothers of Jesus were actually cousins?
24:47 – Are there historical sources for Jew temple virgins?
40:52 – Is there anything I can say or do other than pray, to help a loved one soften their hearts on their belief that the Church is unwelcoming?
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#12137 How Can I Explain the Perpetual Virginity of Mary to Someone in OCIA? - Trent Horn
A common misconception is that Mary’s perpetual virginity is optional to believe. We clarify Church teaching and how to explain it respectfully, along with insights on binding and loosing, the birth control pill, and how to talk about pornography and marriage.
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Questions Covered:
06:30 – Does binding and loosing represent the Sensus Fidelium?
13:35 – Why is the pill considered abortifacient?
19:22 – Does God operate based on condition? I can’t wrap my head around the principle of double effect.
30:46 – How do I explain to my daughter in law who’s going to OCIA the perpetual virginity? She learned in class that the Church has never clarified and that her perpetual virginity is optional to believe?
42:54 – We tend to hear in TOB circles that men who are addicted to pornography should be avoided when considering marriage? Would you say the same start can be used for women?
51:27 – How do you avoid making circular arguments for the papacy and magisterium?
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#12136 How Do I Read Romans 8–9 Without Falling Into Calvinism? - Joe Heschmeyer
Romans 8–9 is often cited in support of Calvinist theology—but is that the only way to read it? We explore a Catholic interpretation of these powerful chapters, along with questions about the priesthood, interfaith prayer, and the role of bishops in setting fasting rules.
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Questions Covered:
1:00 – Why does the office of the priesthood deserve reverence and respect and how is it beautiful?
08:23 – What kind of authority does a bishop have over fasting rules?
14:40 – Will there be a new temple built in Jerusalem?
18:52 – How do I read Romans 8-9 without reading Calvinism into it?
29:28 – Pope Francis inaugurated the Abrahamic house. Is it smart to be praying with Muslims?
36:40 – How do I respond when I don’t know the answers?
47:31 – Where do you see the papacy in the Council of Nicaea?
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#12135 Can Family Curses Lead to Demonic Activity? And More Questions - Joe Heschmeyer
Is it really possible for spiritual harm to be passed down through families? We explore the Church’s view on generational curses and demonic influence, along with insights on martyrdom, the Eucharist, and the connection between Revelation and the Gospel of John.
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Questions Covered:
03:58 – Is Jesus’ view of election the same as the parable as the wedding feast?
10:20 – I’ve never been able to understand, how is the incarnation not a change?
17:45 – Is there a connection between Revelation and the gospel of John in regard to the relationship between Jesus and Mary?
23:32 – What are the rules and guidelines for picking a confirmation saint?
33:02 – Do you think it real or possible for people to experience demonic activity due to family curses?
42:28 – What does it take to be considered a martyr in the Church?
47:01 – Why do some people not see a change in their lives after they receive communion for many years?
50:22 – If we consider Baptist Christians, would they go to heaven, purgatory or hell?
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#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?
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