Ask A Priest Live

Canon Benjamin Norman, ICKSP, was ordained in 2018. He currently serves at Most Holy Rosary Chapel (St. Vincent's School For Boys) in the Archdiocese of San Francisco.  In Today's Show: How do we respond if we turn to God, but still don't get everything we want? A passage in Matthew says that the Lord gave the same sum of money to 3 individuals. One buried the money. Did he go to Hell?  ​​Is it ok for priests to smoke cigarettes? Can you explain a little about the different schools of spirituality within Catholicism, and how one can choose one that aligns with their own spirituality? Is there a different missal used for the ICKSP? Why does Leviticus 27:19 forbid shaved heads, cut-off beards, and tattoos? How can I support a struggling friend without risking my own limited funds? Is “Call to Action” a safe organization for Catholics to get involved with? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Elias Mary Mills, F.I. served as Rector of the Shrine Church at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Lacrosse, Wisconsin from 2016 to 2021. He was ordained in May of 2000. In Today's Show: ​​Does God hear the prayers of those in Mortal Sin? Can I an intention or indulgence for someone if they aren't Catholic? Does God deliberately will things to happen as part of His plan for us, or does He simply allow things to happen “naturally”? Is it appropriate (or acceptable) to say "God bless you" when someone sneezes?  If a congregation is acting sinfully, is that necessarily due to their priest? Who has the power to issue excommunications? What is "private judgement?" How do I explain purgatory to Protestant friends? If someone receives their sacraments only out of need, not necessarily desire, are the sacraments still valid? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph Shrine in Detroit, Michigan. He was ordained in 2020. In Today's Show: Should I go to a baby shower of a Catholic relative who conceived a baby outside of marriage and who recently had a civil marriage outside of the Church?  I want to feel close to God but I don't.  Am I doing something wrong?  How can a layperson apply readings of religious works to her life? Are unborn babies able to pray for their parents? ​​How do converts find ground in the current church? How long does it generally take for a seminarian to be ordained? Is refusing to receive communion from an EMHC wrong? Do you need to confess venial sins once a year as well as mortal sins? What was the point of the parable of the Good Samaritan? What advice do you have for someone who has trouble differentiating between having feelings and struggling with a sin, and actually committing a sin? Do you have a favorite book on saints? At what point did the Institute officially change the reference to their priests as Canons? What Divine Office or version of the Divine Office do the ICKSP pray? Why do certain Evangelical Christians who are heavily “sola scriptura” seem to be so literal about some passages, but not others?  Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Please enjoy this special pre-recorded mailbag episode of "Ask A Priest Live" with guest host Greg Vanhorn. In today's show: Why doesn't God appear to me? Are the Jews still considered God's chosen people? If Purgatory is so important, why didn't Jesus speak directly about it? Can you help me convince my grandfather to receive the sacrament of the sick, and that it doesn't necessarily mean that he will die? Can I still get an annulment of my first marriage even after many years have passed? My husband never received the Sacrament of Confirmation as a youth.  How can I convince him it is still worth doing? You can get your question in for future shows with Fr. Born (or one of our other wonderful priests) by emailing us at priests@thestationofthecross.com, or by using our webform at https://thestationofthecross.com/askapriest

Fr. Elias Mary Mills, F.I. served as Rector of the Shrine Church at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Lacrosse, Wisconsin from 2016 to 2021. He was ordained in May of 2000. In Today's Show: Can you please explain some of the various names or titles for Our Lady? How do we make sure AI does not replace God? Is my unusual looking crucifix OK to own, or is it just bad art? Do we know who the first Gentile was? Where should my focus be when praying the rosary? Can you explain the apparition of Our Lady of La Salette, and if it is Church approved? Can I pray for a deceased family member's soul years after their death, knowing they didn't live the Catholic faith?  ​​I want to return to the Catholic Church. Is my first communion valid If I was not well catechized and was forced to participate?  How should a well formed Catholic conscience react to praise and worship music during adoration and other charismatic associated forms of prayer outside of Mass? Do I need to confess more if my sins are coming back to my conscience? After Jesus' second coming, will there be no one left to pray for souls in purgatory?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. In Today's Show: Do we know who wrote the book of Genesis? Does a priest saying "for all" instead of "for the many" invalidate the Mass? What is the criticism against capitalism in Rerum Novarum? Are “fallen away” Catholics technically in a state of mortal sin because they have denied their own baptisms and confirmations? Could you please describe the vestments that a priest wears at Mass? What is a "Christian Zionist?" Is singlehood considered a vocation? Do souls of the deceased have a form corresponding to their physical body? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph Shrine in Detroit, Michigan. He was ordained in 2020. In Today's Show: Why should I think that I have inherited original sin, which was committed by someone else many years ago? ​​Is it a sin to think about a person of the opposite sex, but not have ‘improper' thoughts, when married?  Should I avoid taking my children to family events that are attended by my niece and her "partner"? Does the Church keep records of annulments proceedings and their decisions? How do I know God is real? Is it wrong for me to talk to a priest outside of Confession about our issues without my husband knowing? What is the difference between sacramental graces and other types of grace? Is living with a girlfriend a sin if not sleeping together?  What insight can you give on moral law and St. Thomas' teaching on ruining someone's good name? Are Catholics allowed to be baptized by immersion? Do the four Gospels agree about the pre-existence of Jesus? I pray to Jesus every night to help me understand his relationship with me.  What should I expect by doing that?  Is it bad if we are not always contemplating on the Lord's passion during Mass? Are the souls in Purgatory still able to express sorrow for their sins and repent of them, or is it already too late? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Michael Copenhagen is a Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest, husband, and father, at St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Melkite Catholic Church in Gates, New York. He holds a Bachelors of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. In Today's Show: Are there any Rites that do not fulfill one's Sunday obligation? How can we help prepare children who are getting ready to do their first confession? Can you suggest ways that we can reach out to the young people in our parish? Can you explain how the Bible considers Jesus' resurrection to have occurred after 3 days?  What exactly is Heaven?  Does the wife of an Eastern priest have a special title? If we were to discover life on other planets, how might that affect our Catholic beliefs? After praying for healing, is it possible that a person may experience pain for a while as a result of the Lord's intervention? Does God ever change his mind? Are Eastern rite churches allowed to play or use patriotic music during The Divine Liturgy? If I drank from a water bottle before Mass that had some crumbs from my toddler in it, does that violate the Eucharistic fast? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004. In Today's Show: Is it a mortal sin to shop on a Sunday? Is the marriage of two validly baptized non-Catholics considered a valid marriage? Once in heaven, will it be impossible to sin? How do we worship the same God as Muslims?  Am I praying for souls in purgatory the proper way? Do animals have a relationship with, or knowledge of, God? How do we respond to Mormon missionaries? What are some good holy sites to visit in the Northeast? What age is considered too old to get a blessing from my father? If someone is civilly divorced but the marriage is not annulled, can that person still receive Holy Communion? Is it required for priests to concelebrate the Mass in which he is not the main celebrant? Can you use a rosary to recite the Jesus Prayer? Is Fr. Brancich making a pilgrimage to Rome with the FSSP? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020. In Today's Show: I was wondering if members of other apostolic churches like Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, etc. are allowed to receive Holy Communion in the Catholic Church. If so, what are the conditions that must be followed? Why do we use the term “Godfather” when there is only God the Father almighty? Do our souls have a gender? At the resurrection, since our bodies and souls will be reunified, will there be any need for us to eat? I know that things like witchcraft and sorcery or anything dealing with occult powers is dangerous and wrong, but my teenage son is fascinated by magic, meaning the kind of magic that involves the art of illusion. Is there any danger in this? How are we not cannibals if we eat the body of Our Lord? Regarding the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, I've heard conflicting "reasons" given for that. Most say homosexuality, but I've seen people on YouTube make arguments for other causes. Which is correct? To join the FSSP these days, do you have to consciously reject the SSPX? In seminary, what's taught on the SSPX? When discerning, why choose FSSP? What happens to the laity if a church is declared schismatic? Houston heat and Tex-Mex cuisine! Is the name Yahweh specifically connected to God the Father or to all of the persons of the Trinity? Does playing board games with your family/children count as leisure and how can we talk to someone who desires too much leisure or recreation? I was at High Mass today for the Feast of the Precious Blood. Can you explain a little about the roles of deacon and subdeacon? Where is St. Joseph buried? Can you talk about what it means for women to wear veils, why the law was changed, and why you think it seems to be coming back? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Anthony Amato is the Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Clifton Springs, New York. He was ordained as a priest in June of 2017 by Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester, New York.   In Today's Show: I've heard Father Ripperger say that it is a sin to pray with Protestants. Is that true? I try to get all of our family's cooking salt blessed, but I realize that sometimes food that has blessed salt in it gets thrown away (or given to our pets as scraps). Is this sinful? Do you know or have you heard of anyone in the 7th mansion from St Teresa of Avila's writings where they have entered spiritual marriage with God? Why are so few seemingly able to reach such heights? Are we too attached to worldly things and lack trust in God? Where can I find the prayers that are said during Mass so I can follow along? I'm a new convert! Should I be concerned when my priest writes or professes overtly political messages? I was reflecting on my teenage years and how I often disobeyed my parents and caused them much worry. I have confessed those sins, but wonder about acts of reparation? My folks are deceased. Is the sin of curiosity a mortal sin if it involves impurity? Like if you went somewhere knowing you'd see someone wearing immodest clothing? I see a lot of different views on the end times and a lot of the Protestant views seem unbiblical. The Catechism's teaching is also somewhat unclear and leaves room for interpretation. What do you think? Even though I've been baptized, I'm concerned there may be spiritual consequences from my grandfather's Freemasonic oaths or affiliations that need to be addressed. Would you recommend that I speak with my parish priest or diocesan office about this? Is there any time that a Catholic would be allowed to attend a Protestant Church? For example, to attend a wedding or baptism of a friend who is not Catholic but has invited someone who is a practicing Catholic? My Protestant friend says that Jesus is the one “Mediator”, as He said that no one comes to the Father except through Me. My friend says that is why we Catholics should not pray to the saints. How should I respond to that argument? Recently we attended a mass in which the priest spent a lot of time outside the sanctuary, such as walking around to tell stories and jokes prior to the opening prayer, moving around the church while delivering the homily, coming down to the congregation to hold hands during the Our Father, and shaking hands with nearly every attendee during the sign of peace. If priests know that such practices are prohibited, why do they continue to do it?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Michael Copenhagen is a Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest, husband, and father, at St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Melkite Catholic Church in Gates, New York. He holds a Bachelors of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. In Today's Show: Is there a difference between telling the truth and being judgmental? What can one do if they stop feeling guilty after a habitual sin? Is it permissible for a professional athlete to work on Sundays? Are there different beliefs regarding transubstantiation in the Eastern Rite Catholic churches? How can you tell what God's will is for you? Can a non-Catholic attend confession? When attending mass, does one have to focus on the prayers of the priest? Can you pray a rosary while the mass is going on? Is it a sin to gamble, if I have a set amount of money set aside for the purpose of gambling.  And if it is a sin, is it mortal or venial? I have a friend who is straying away from the faith, what can I say to help him? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Benjamin Norman, ICKSP formerly served as Chaplain of the ICKSP Oakland Apostolate at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Oakland, California. He was ordained in 2018.   In Today's Show: What is the synodal church? ("Not a Burger King Church) Can there be two "religions" instead of one within the Catholic church?  One synodal and one traditional? What is the definition of knowledge? What are your thoughts on dipping the Eucharist in the Blood of Christ before the priest consumes the host? Is this practice of intinction permissible? I've heard that feelings aren't sinful but what about the verse about not going to the altar when you are angry with your brother? Is it okay for Catholics to donate to the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews? Can I attend my friend's Lutheran church? Is it sinful to lie when you are trying to hide priests from persecution?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Elias Mary Mills, F.I. served as Rector of the Shrine Church at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Lacrosse, Wisconsin from 2016 to 2021. He was ordained in May of 2000.   In Today's Show: What was the first Marian apparition? I was wondering how you decided to become a Franciscan Friar rather than a diocesan priest or even joining another traditional order such as the FSSP or ICKSP. Also, how do your duties differ from those of other types of priests? I once attended a wedding on Saturday where it was stated that Mass attendance would count for the next day, even though the Mass was before 4. Is that correct? How morally responsible are we for the sins of others if we willingly decide not to speak up and correct them? ​​Is it ok to pray for something more than once or ask for the intercession of more than one saint for something? Are there any past sins that prevent you from becoming a monk/priest? Where does it say in the Bible that women cannot be priests, besides Matthew 16? Is it permissible to read the edifying works of modern Orthodox Saints without any desire to leave the Catholic Church? Generally speaking, do you think the Crusades were largely successful or unsuccessful? Do souls in purgatory know when we are praying for them? Why is it that Angels cannot receive Our Lord in Holy Communion? Do the Angelic choirs form part of the Mystical Body of Christ? If I think the death penalty is still a valid moral option in appropriate circumstances, and therefore disagree with the teaching of the modern Catechism of the Catholic Church on the death penalty, do I commit the grave sin of schism and risk damnation?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph Shrine in Detroit, Michigan. He was ordained in 2020.   In Today's Show In a previous episode, Canon Sharpe noted that reading of sacred scripture is offering a sacrifice, and that it be done by an ordained minister - that is to say, a subdeacon or a deacon or a priest or an ordained lector."  If so, is it "unfitting" for a layman to deliver a scripture reading at a Novus Ordo Mass? In addition to being "unfitting", is it also objectively morally evil (notwithstanding the reader's knowledge or intentions)? Why did Jesus have to go away for the Holy Spirit to come? Why couldn't they both be present at the same time? When God created the Angels, 1/3 of them fell. What about our Guardian Angels? Is it possible that a number of Guardian Angels fell? If so, how does everyone have a Guardian Angel? I am afraid that some of my loved ones who have fallen away from the Church and are living in unrepentant sin may not make it to heaven. Of course, I am hopeful that I will someday reach heaven, but I don't know if I could be truly happy in heaven if some of my family are not there with me. So, I pray for them, but what if my fears are realized? Are there any references in the Old Testament you would point towards to explain the sacrament of extreme unction? What are your thoughts on some Catholics promoting the “warning" and illumination of conscience? Why do I sometimes hear preaching in church that refers to the Holy Spirit using the pronoun "It" rather than "He?" Is attending weekly Mass on Saturday evening acceptable, as a Carmelite Chapel only offers weekly Mass on Saturday? Is there any kind of traditional medicine, any pre-modern 'alternative' medicinal approach that is allowed by the Church? How do you advise we prioritize possible prayer  intentions, and make sure we best pray for everyone we can? What does the church teach in terms of the dead reaching out to the living through signs, animals or nature? Why is Canon called Canon instead of Father? I've never heard that before! How can I explain to my family members why we have crucifixes with the corpse in our churches? I left out sins in my past confessions and I went back to confess the ones I left out but I never mentioned the sins in my first invalid confession. Do I need to confess all my sins again? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Michael Copenhagen is a Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest, husband, and father, at St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Melkite Catholic Church in Gates, New York. He holds a Bachelors of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome.   In Today's Show: If lifting an excommunication makes one not in schism, wouldn't that mean the Eastern Orthodox are no longer in schism? If the SSPX are not schism, does that mean the EO aren't either? If one looks at somebody of the opposite sex and notices their physical appearance or fitness in a non-lustful way, would that be considered sinful? I had a Priest tell me that I was fulfilling my Sunday obligation when I was attending the Orthodox Church for a year, but not with the SSPX. Would you say the same Father? Is it immoral to buy certain stocks in companies that may be involved in war? What happens in a Protestant Baptism? What does the term "ecumenical" mean? Is it true that in the eastern churches, Eucharistic miracles are seen as a bad thing? How do we explain to someone that Mary is sinless and was assumed into heaven with her body? After I receive absolution at the end of making my confession, is there something specific that I should be saying?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In Today's Show: Can we believe in the multiverse and is it possible that there is a reality in which Adam and Eve did not eat the apple? If so, would that be another place with live people or would it just be heaven? Is there any reason why marrying or not marrying someone can be a sin if both are licitly available for marriage? Is it proper to have a funeral mass for a baptized Catholic that has walked away from the church? Would Father Born share his vocation story? So grateful for this show and the priests and team behind it! Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. In Today's Show: When looking back on the pandemic, do you think the Church would now do things differently in hindsight? Is it a sin not wanting to receive the Holy Eucharist in a Novus Ordo mass, but instead in a Latin Mass (SSPX)? In 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12, St. Paul describes the deceptions of the antichrist, and how all those who fall for the deception of the antichrist will be condemned by God. If the antichrist appears during our lifetime, how should a good Catholic recognize and resist the deception of the Antichrist, and so avoid God's condemnation? I'm having a hard time encouraging my daughter, age 8, to follow along in her missal at Mass. She has a STRONG choleric temperament and I don't want to turn her off to the faith. Any advice? How to make restitution as an adult convert Can you please speak a little about the Supreme Court Decision today that upheld the Tennessee law prohibiting gender affirming treatment on children? Is it permissible for a nun to incense the tabernacle in their monastic chapel? Is it permissible for Catholics to call a funeral a "celebration of life"? If my child's godparents are not active in the church anymore, can I ask a new couple to take over? Should we hold back tears when anxious about the future? Would giving in to the desire to weep be a sin or an expression of distrust in God's providence?   If you enjoy Ask A Priest Live and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of any size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax deductible and help us to continue spreading the Gospel to the airwaves for years to come!   To donate, call 1-877-711-8500, visit thestationofthecross.com, or use your iCatholicRadio mobile app! We also offer a great assortment of thank-you gifts, which can be viewed at thestationofthecross.com! Thank you for your generosity.

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show: Do we worship the same God as Muslims? Can I arrange to baptize my grandchild if my son will not? Is it sinful for same-sex couples to adopt a child? I feel like St. Therese has let me down.  What should I do? Is Yahweh considered by Catholics to be the name of God? Can you receive communion on the tongue from a Eucharistic minister? What are the correct ways to say "Glory be" in a doxology? Is it wrong for a Diocesan priest to celebrate an Old Rite Nuptial Mass if he is not at a designated TLM Parish? Are all evil thoughts sinful? Can you define the "new" covenant?  How do I know if I was contrite enough for a valid confession?

Fr. Anthony Amato is the Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Clifton Springs, New York. He was ordained as a priest in June of 2017 by Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester, New York.   In Today's Show: Which circumstances excuse one from attending Mass? Which Gospels refute accusations that Jesus had siblings? ​​Why did the devil choose to speak through a serpent? Does a judge commit mortal sin by issuing the death penalty? If a Baptized Catholic marries outside of the Church without a dispensation, are the children legitimate? What weight does Fr. give to the actual spoken language of the mass? Why does it feel like my prayers are never answered? My son was taught by a TLM priest to kneel while taking communion. Does that apply when attending a NO mass? Is a confession still valid if there was a slight language barrier between myself and the priest? How do you explain that Jesus was in the tomb for 3 days?  Why I was taught to pray to saints & to Mary, when it was Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice? What is the Christian concept of time? What are your thoughts and explanations on the “rapture”? What happens If you die in a state of mortal sin but intended to attend confession? Was there any special meaning to the Vatican being built in Rome? Should bigger diocese be split instead of using auxiliary bishops? How can we know when righteous anger becomes sinful anger?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Benjamin Norman, ICKSP formerly served as Chaplain of the ICKSP Oakland Apostolate at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Oakland, California. He was ordained in 2018.   In Today's Show: Is Pentecost the Church's birthday?  Are the 7 Deadly Sins grave or venial? Is it wrong to say that Jesus descended into hell? I am struggling with perceived crises in the church, but is there indeed a crisis? What exactly is a Canon? My Rosary broke. Does that mean anything? A hospitalized friend was given communion without confession. Is that OK? What is the meaning of 2 Thessalonians 2? Why did Jesus call Peter "Satan?"   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In Today's Show: Are there biblical passages that agree with Protestant belief that we are saved by Faith and Grace alone? Is it ever sinful to steal food, even in times of famine?  My Catholic boyfriend and I want to get married but aren't financially ready.  Any advice? Should we forgive Pilate? Is Jesus an example for families since he was not married nor had children? Is it possible that any of the saints have not undergone bodily assumption yet?  Does culpability fall on parents who circumcise their sons? Is it sinful to work at places that are open Sundays? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020. In Today's Show: Do priests say the Rosary every day?  Why do many Catholics oppose female altar servers?  How can we guard ourselves against accusations of hatred and bigotry by those who subscribe to modern gender ideologies? How can a spiritual director help me deal with scrupulosity? Is mythology involved with demonology? ​​Why are the Collect and Post-Communion the only propers for which the faithful stand? Should you run the single pump or double pump...in Fortnite? Is it sinful to over-tip a restaurant server who could misinterpret the intent? Should the Church investigate the origins of the Novus Ordo Mass? How do I forgive someone who hurt me a long time ago? How does a bishop determine if a diocese needs an exorcist? What should I do about a new priest in my parish who is against TLM?  Is it sinful to not work full time?  Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Michael Copenhagen is a Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest, husband, and father, at St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Melkite Catholic Church in Gates, New York. He holds a Bachelors of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. In Today's Show: When and why did the Melkites reunite with Rome? Why don't priests take off their biretta while preaching? What is the Church's opinion on embryo adoption? Is it morally acceptable to attend a friend's civil wedding ceremony? What are some advantages to being a married priest? Do Latin Rite Catholics who visit an Eastern rite parish have to attend mass on Holy days of obligation? What weight does Fr. give to the language of the mass? Which catechism does the Melkite church use to teach catechumens? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In Today's Show: Can you get a blessing from a priest if you can't receive the Eucharist? Is it sinful to throw religious mail in the garbage? Should the vigil of the Pentecost be a day of abstinence from meat? Should I donate to "Catholic" organizations who support teachings against the faith? Why were the Jesuits suppressed? What does the Church teach about spiritual communion when in a state of mortal sin? What language did Jesus and Pilate speak to each other in? Can Father clarify the role of the beatitude for morality? What is the difference between mercy and admonishing a sinner? Was Opus Dei terminated by Pope Leo XIV? How can I discuss gender confusion with my child?  Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!  

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004. In Today's Show: Can a bible be blessed? What is a typical day like for Fr. Brancich? When did the custom of saying the Rosary during the low mass start? What are three of Fr. Brancich's favorite saints and why? How can new moms stay close to the faith while raising kids? What are Fr.'s favorite kinds of questions? Why does my TLM reread the readings in the vernacular before the homily? How can I explain to a Protestant friend that receiving the Eucharist without being in full communion with the Church is sinful? Can you explain how annulments work? How do we deal with post-confessional guilt? Did Purgatory exist before Jesus' death and resurrection? How much detail should be included when confessing about viewing pornography? How do I choose which title to refer to Our Lady? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!  

Fr. Jason Charron is a Ukrainian Catholic Priest who currently serves two parishes, inside the Ukrainian  Catholic Eparchy of Saint Josaphat in Parma. In Today's Show: Can Fr. briefly explain the major differences between the different rites? How can I lovingly explain to members of the LGBT community that marriage is for life giving? Does the Eastern rite follow the dicastery of faith? Is the path to becoming an Eastern rite priest the same as other rites?   Which was worse for the faith: The French Revolution or the Russian Revolution? How does the priest ask the Spirit to make bread into the Body of Christ?  Does the Spirit have authority over the Son? What is the morality of cremation? Which prayer is in the Epiclesis in the TLM liturgy? What is ecclesiastical divorce? Can you explain the use of the Communion Spoon? Does the Church have a preferred or official bible translation? Why did devotion to St. John Baptist almost die out in the West? Do Eastern rites pray the Rosary?  Are we living in the end times? How can I politely ask my trivia group to add more Catholicism questions? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!  

Fr. Anthony Amato is the Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Clifton Springs, New York. He was ordained as a priest in June of 2017 by Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester, New York. In Today's Show: Is the Novus Ordo Mass improper worship? I attend a NO Mass but constantly hear criticisms about it. Is this the sort of division Pope Francis was trying to avoid by restricting TLM?   Is Purgatory a level of hell that is not permanent for those who go there? What is the correct rank order to fast and pray for people? Is it a sin to use phrases like "Praise God" when hearing good news? Why are there multiple variations of the mystery of faith? Can you clarify the difference between "charity" and "love" in modern Bible translations? What are Father's thoughts on the future of the SSPX under the new pope?  Are annulments invalid unless approved by Rome? What is the context of Canon 915, and why do Catholics eat the body and blood of Christ? What readings are recommended for those in a state of spiritual desolation? What is the difference between rest and laziness? How responsible are we for allowing others to use the Lord's name in vain? How early is too early to leave mass?  Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!    

Fr. Elias Mary Mills, F.I. served as Rector of the Shrine Church at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Lacrosse, Wisconsin from 2016 to 2021. He was ordained in May of 2000.   In Today's Show: If a Holy day of Obligation is transferred to a Sunday, does that also include the obligation to avoid work? Can a Catholic eat meat produced through artificial insemination? Was Mary in a constant state of contemplation since she did not know sin? Where can I learn more about Catholic pilgrimages to Japan? When are we morally obliged to accept medical care and/or treatments? Since Mary was full of grace, how can we understand Gospel passages that seem like she does not understand Jesus? Is there any comparison between the Immaculate Conception and another pregnancy between man and woman? Should nuns be beatboxing and dancing on YouTube? When was my Guardian Angel assigned to me? A​re the effects of the plenary indulgence received when praying the Rosary in a group the same as during a Jubilee Year? How can I tell others that one cannot be pro-Catholic and pro-choice? Is the gift of an Alexa device OK since it involves AI?   If a married couple has a child and the marriage gets annulled, is the child illegitimate?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Benjamin Norman, ICKSP formerly served as Chaplain of the ICKSP Oakland Apostolate at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Oakland, California. He was ordained in 2018. In Today's Show: Did Jesus suffer all sins through the end of time, beginning with Adam and Eve? Is it appropriate to sing "America the Beautiful" at Mass? Why do most Latin Mass priests offer prescribed public prayers? Why do Catholics have confirmation? When will High Mass be celebrated at the Most Holy Rosary Chapel in San Rafael? Is baptism necessary for salvation? How do you know you were called to priesthood? What resources can determine if a marriage is valid or not? Can you receive communion while in a state of venial sin? Why did Jesus say that He is one with the Father, but also that God is greater than He? How much detail is too much in confession? What happens if someone dies before they are given Last Rites? 

Canon Stephen Sharpe, ICKSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph Shrine in Detroit, Michigan. He was ordained in 2020.   In Today's Show: When should the Regina Caeli and the Angelus be prayed? Which title should we refer to Our Lady by? What happens to a soul without a proper burial? Is the Church OK with medicinal marijuana? Is it morally wrong to flip purchases for profit? Is celebrating the Novus Ordo Mass sinful? Should we believe Paul if he never met Jesus once? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: Are My Lutheran girlfriend was in a prior marriage.  Is she allowed to re-marry? As a Protestant, would I allowed to take communion without wine or grape juice? Why doesn't the Old Testament say much about the Resurrection? How do I deal with a Satan worshipping father? Where can I find resources on the faith to educate students? How long should we pray for the deceased after their passing? Can a third marriage by an Orthodox Christian be considered valid in the Catholic Church? Is it permissible to bless hotel rooms when travelling? What details should you give a priest when introducing yourself in confession? Is the Mass of the Presanctified on Good Friday a true Mass? Can you help explain the timeline of the Nativity? What are the FSSP's guidelines on beards? How does one in a possible state of desolation summon the will to go to confession? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Francisco Nahoe OFMConv. has served the Church and the Franciscan Order in Catholic education, campus ministry, parochial ministry and catechesis. Today he teaches humanities at the undergraduate level, while focusing his scholarly efforts on Renaissance rhetoric and Polynesian ethnohistory.   In Today's Show Did St. Aquinas say “tyranny has no rights?” If so, what does that mean? Can you explain the meaning of the parable in Mark 12:1-8? Why did everyone live longer prior to the great flood? How do stories from the Bible come to life in 2025? How does a Catholic get into Heaven according to Franciscan spirituality? What is the difference between the Discalced Carmelites & Conventual? What is the Church's stance on Voodoo? How can Jesus be God's son if the Trinity is involved? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Michael Stein, ICKSP serves as Rector at Old St. Patrick Oratory, as well as Local Superior for the Apostolate of the Institute of Christ the King in Kansas City, Missouri. He was ordained in 2010.   In Today's Show: Canon's trip to Rome during the conclave Could apostolic churches come back into communion with the Catholic Church? Can you recommend any good resources to research working for a Catholic organization? What do I need to do to earn the promises of the brown scapular? Why aren't celebrities or politicians refused communion? What are the differences between the Will of God and Divine Providence? What is the Church's stance on organ donation? Are all sins against the 4th commandment mortal? Should I keep a regular confessor?  What happens if they move to a new church? How much time should a lay person spend praying? Can you use Scripture for jokes?    Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show: Does invincible ignorance only include those who have never heard of Jesus? Is it a sin to have hatred for Eve? Does the Church elevate marriage and forget about single people? How do I know if I'm sinning? Why are the Psalms numbered differently in older translations? If I forget to say a novena, do I have to start over? Can Catholics still receive communion if they don't agree with Vatican II and the synod? When is a person too old to enter seminary? Does Father Brancich have any favorite Popes? If foster parents say not to do something, but we forget and do it anyways, could that be a mortal sin? I recently heard a priest say that there is salvation outside the Catholic Church.  Is this heresy? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Anthony Amato is the Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Clifton Springs, New York. He was ordained as a priest in June of 2017 by Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester, New York. In Today's Show: Are all Catholic marriages valid? At what moment exactly does 'sanatio in radice' happen?  What is the difference between Thomas Aquinas's view of transubstantiation, and Blessed John Dunn Scotus'? When one is in mortal sin, and is absolved, do good works and prayers done become efficacious? Does the Bible mention the Americas?  Do you have to wear the brown scapular that you were enrolled with, or can you use a new one? Following the election of a new pope, do the cardinals regain their previous curia posts? Is there a dress code for attending Mass? If a priest says "this is my body" over the chalice, and "my blood" over the bread, is the mass invalid?  ​​If you have a regular confessor, can they reference your past confessions? Which inheritance is referred to in Mark 12:1-8? Is there ever a good reason to abstain from Holy Communion? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Elias Mary Mills, F.I. served as Rector of the Shrine Church at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Lacrosse, Wisconsin from 2016 to 2021. He was ordained in May of 2000. In Today's Show: Why do we fast for an hour before receiving communion? How do you confess the sin of encouraging others to detract? Did Mary see the beauty of Jesus' selfless sacrifice as she grieved through the passion? Are all Catholic marriages valid if you are married in the Church? Does 1 Corinthians 6:2 refer to the final judgement? How do we know if online content of Pope Leo XIV is authentic? If a pope resigns, can he vote in the next conclave as a cardinal? Before Christ comes back, will those who are saved need to go to Purgatory? If you lie when you agree to accept children from God during a marriage ceremony, is the marriage invalidated? If I know my company is closing, is it right to tell other people? Do you receive more grace if you go to mass twice a day? How do I deal with severe spiritual desolation in my life? What is the proper way to receive the Eucharist?  By dissolving on your tongue or chewing? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In Today's Show: Is it sinful to wish harm on someone? Why is greed a sin? How many times per day should I deny myself pleasures? What are your thoughts on Pope Francis' comment that all religions lead to God? What were St. Robert Ballarmine's views on sede vacante and the papacy? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Michael Copenhagen is a Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest, husband, and father, at St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Melkite Catholic Church in Gates, New York. He holds a Bachelors of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. In Today's Show:  Can you explain the difference between blessing yourself from left to right, versus right to left as some Orthodox do? How do you justify the Filioque to the Orthodoxy? Is there any heresy in the Byzantine/Eastern rite in contrast to the western Roman Catholic rite? Is it coincidence that the Great Schism and Protestant reformation both happened under a pope named Leo? ​​What is the Eastern rite view on toll house? Pope Honorius I: A valid objection to the papacy? Should a damaged scapular be burned or buried? ​​Who purchases the ring for a newly elected Pope, and why is it so expensive? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Canon Luke Zignego, ICKSP serves as Chaplain of Saint Joseph Oratory in the Diocese of Gary, Indiana. He was ordained in 2018. In Today's Show:  Is there a new book of blessings used by priests that is different than before? If Mary is referred to as the mother of God, why do we not refer to St. Joseph as the father of God? Where did Cain's wife come from? What is the Catholic view on immigration?  If you remember a mortal sin after confession, can you still take communion? Is it appropriate for lay persons to bless for children or a spouse? Can you make a spiritual communion in the state of mortal sin? What Missal does the ICKSP use? At what point does an anatomy class become sinful?  Does doing the Rosary fulfill Sunday obligation? What does Canon's typical day look like?   How difficult is it to release a soul from purgatory? What is your advice for fighting vanity?

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. DESCRIPTION: In Today's Show: What is the difference between Petra and Petros and Kepha? Why was the epiclesis changed in the New Mass? What happens if you pour holy water into regular water? What are Fr. Rock's thoughts on Pope Leo XIV? What is the history of the papal ferula?  Since Anglican priests aren't valid priests, does that mean when they do blessings that nothing happens? Can the Pope remove Filioque clause from the Nicene Creed to unite Orthodox Churches? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father! If you enjoy Ask A Priest Live and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of any size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax deductible and help us to continue spreading the Gospel to the airwaves for years to come! To donate, call 1-877-711-8500, visit thestationofthecross.com, or use your iCatholicRadio mobile app! We also offer a great assortment of thank-you gifts, which can be viewed at thestationofthecross.com! Thank you for your generosity.

Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts.   In Today's Show: Habemus papam! Pope Leo XIV: The Results of the Conclave. What do you know of Cardinal Prevost? (Pope Leo XIV): Summery Continuing the legacy of Pope Leo the XIII? His time in Peru/being a Canon Lawyer. The Chicago Cubs fan myth? His handling of abuse cases in the past. Did you know that he would be the one to become pope? The Return of the traditional Papal garments. The return of the papal red shoes? Should they return to the papal litter instead of the popemobile? What do you think of the election of Pope Leo XIV means for tradition? Does taking the name Leo refer to a return to tradition? (The history of the name) Are you going to miss the seagull? Signs of God's Providence: Our Lady of Pompeii A hope for this pontificate: The Apparition of St. Michael Feast. What do you think of the new Pope's intentions on cleaning up the Vatican? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show Would God let someone with Alzheimer's forget Him? Should we not do good deeds if we suddenly realize we are doing them to be seen by others? Do we still pray for Pope Francis' intentions throughout the rest of the year or till a new pope is elected? Also, what exactly are the pope's intentions? Why do newer recruits in the Knights of Columbus tend to be older? What is your best advice for young Catholics looking to marry? Is it appropriate to pray seemingly frivolous personal intentions? If the new Pope is from the Eastern Rite, do they have to say mass in the Latin Rite? Why is the Church called the "Bride of Christ"? Are we Christ's Bride? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   In Today's Show: What are your thoughts on miscarried babies and where they go? Are Christians who converted from Islam and then killed considered martyrs? What is the Church's stance on assisted suicide?   What is a good response when someone calls the Catholic Church a "denomination?" Will Cardinal McCarrick receive a Catholic burial according to Canon 1184? Is it a sin to resist the inspiration to pr Would a person be damned if they never moved to a place or took a job that was God's will? ay at a specific time? Is a longer Conclave better? Would a person be damned if they never moved to a place or took a job that was God's will? What is the proper way to rinse altar linens? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father! If you enjoy Ask A Priest Live and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of any size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax deductible and help us to continue spreading the Gospel to the airwaves for years to come! To donate, call 1-877-711-8500, visit thestationofthecross.com, or use your iCatholicRadio mobile app! We also offer a great assortment of thank-you gifts, which can be viewed at thestationofthecross.com! Thank you for your generosity.

Fr. Anthony Amato is the Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Clifton Springs, New York. He was ordained as a priest in June of 2017 by Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester, New York. In Today's Show: Can you define what it means to blaspheme against the Holy Spirit?  Will the Magisterium have a study to weed out heretics acting against the true Church Of Christ? What should people who struggle with doing venerations of divine mercy images do to properly venerate a divine mercy image?  How do I know if I have been excommunicated? If the priest is opening the tabernacle during "peace" or as we say Agnus Dei, should we be kneeling? When we walk by the open tabernacle with a luna inside, should we genuflect?  What is the church's guidance on the use of Extraordinary Ministers? Can bishops mandate which reading materials are being used during mass? What are ways to prevent LGBT people from leaving the church? Is it a sin to not disclose that I am on occasional smoker on an insurance questionnaire? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father! If you enjoy Ask A Priest Live and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of any size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax deductible and help us to continue spreading the Gospel to the airwaves for years to come! To donate, call 1-877-711-8500, visit thestationofthecross.com, or use your iCatholicRadio mobile app! We also offer a great assortment of thank-you gifts, which can be viewed at thestationofthecross.com! Thank you for your generosity.