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In this episode, we explore “How did the Church councils get their names?” along with a variety of other intriguing topics, including recommendations for studying Early Church Fathers and the concept of monophysitism. We also delve into whether Purgatory was discussed in the Early Church and the criteria used by the Council of Rome to determine the Canon. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 00:55 – How did the Church councils get their names? 06:02 – If I only had one Early Church Father to study what would be your recommendation and why? 10:50 – What in the world is monophysitism? 29:16 – Was Purgatory mentioned in the Early church or discussed at council? 34:02 – What criteria did the Council of Rome use to determine the Canon? 48:04 – Is there a similarity and difference the Catholic Churches and the Eastern Orthodox councils?

“Did the Early Church Have Deaconesses?” This episode explores the role of women in the early Church, including discussions on the Council of Constantinople and whether the Council of Jerusalem should be counted among the ecumenical councils. We also delve into Arianism’s connections to modern groups and the significance of the Council of Ephesus. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 18:30 – The Council of Constantinople 24:40 – Do we count the Council of Jerusalem among the first councils? 29:07 – Pope Leo announced reintroducing Deaconess based on Church History? Were there Deaconess in the Early Church? 31:59 – What the basic stuff to know about the Council of Nicea? 33:19 – Arianism sounds like Jehovah's Witnesses? 35:20 – Why did the council of Ephesus do? 40:10 – I feel like there is a popular opinion that the church was united up until 1054. But at the Council of Ephesus and Council of Calcedon there was a split by assyrian church of the East and oriental orthodox Church. Is this an argument that the church wasn't always Catholic? 45:00 – What is Nestorianism? 47:35 – Who are the heroes of the Council of Ephesus?

“Why Are There Honest Atheists if God Exists?” In this episode, we explore the complexities of faith and doubt, addressing questions like the nature of honest atheism and the implications of God’s love for humanity. We also delve into challenging topics such as the reasons behind the existence of hell and the nature of divine justice. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:35 – Why Are There Honest Atheists if God Exists? 42:11 – Why Would a Loving God Send People to Hell?

“Why is the Catholic Church the One True Church?” This episode dives into the unique claims of the Catholic faith, while also addressing pressing questions like the existence of Hell and the fate of souls, the significance of John 6, and effective ways to share faith with nonbelievers. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:17 – Oneness Pentecostal: Is the Catholic Church the One True Church? 11:11 – Is There a Hell, and Do Most People Go There? 20:54 – Recommended Videos on John 6 24:38 – Why “Bind and Loose” Doesn't Apply to Everyone 35:41 – Best Way to Bring Faith to Nonbelievers 43:00 – Why Jesus Didn't Let Mary Magdalene Touch Him 51:20 – Who Was in Heaven When Enoch & Elijah Arrived?

“Which Marian apparition has the best evidence?” In this episode, we explore this intriguing question alongside a variety of topics, including whether Pope Leo might change Church teaching and the implications of obeying dogmas given from the future. We also discuss the nature of sedevacantism and how God protects the Church from error. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:00 – Best-Evidence Marian Apparition 15:25 – Will Pope Leo Change Church Teaching? 22:48 – Must I Obey “Future” Dogmas? 29:55 – Is Sedevacantism Heresy? 36:30 – Accepting Jesus Without the Sacraments? (Rev 3:20) 41:15 – How Does God Protect the Church From Error? 47:47 – Protestant Mom Received Eucharist—What Should I Do?

“How has Catholic Answers changed lives?” Join us as we explore powerful stories of transformation and faith, highlighting the impact of Catholic Answers Live. We’ll also touch on the significance of community in faith journeys and the role of apologetics in personal growth. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – Join us for an hour of testimonies on how Catholic Answers Live has changed lives.

“Can love for family compromise salvation?” In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between familial love and personal faith, addressing whether devotion to a spouse or child can lead to neglecting one’s own salvation. We also delve into the suitability of the Passion translation for Catholics and examine the relationship between para-psychological phenomena and consciousness. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:34 – Can love for one’s spouse or child compel them to deprioritize their own salvation? 21:00 – Is the Passion translation of the bible ok for Catholics to read? 37:30 – Is para-psychological phenomenon are they conscience related or unconscious?

“What is the Church's teaching on predestination?” In this episode, we explore the nuances of predestination, examining the perspectives of St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas in relation to Calvinism. Additionally, we address whether practicing “chair yoga” is acceptable for those with disabilities and delve into the question of why Jesus descended into hell as stated in the Creed. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – What is the Church's teaching on predestination? It seems like St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas seems to be in agreement with Calvinism? 34:47 – I'm disabled. Is it ok for me to practice “chair yoga”? 50:20 – Why did Jesus go to hell as stated in the Creed?

“How do we know Jesus’ authority endures today?” This episode explores the transmission of authority from the apostles to future generations, while also addressing intriguing questions about Eucharistic miracles and whether they imply cannibalism, the nature of demons, and the Church’s teaching on predestination. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:20 – How do we know that authority Jesus gave to his apostles passes on to the next generation? 18:30 – When a Eucharistic miracle occurs and the accidents change to flesh and blood, would it be cannibalism at that point? 34:16 – Is David in the book of Samuel a bad guy? 46:21 – Why are demons so legalistic?

“Is Mary the Mediatrix of All Graces?” This episode explores the scriptural basis for Mary’s role in grace, addressing questions like the biblical foundation for confession and the scriptural evidence of Mary’s sinlessness. Join us as we delve into these important topics and more in this enlightening Q&A session. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 09:31 – Where does the Church in scripture get the idea of Mary as Mediatrix of All Graces? 29:32 – I'm not Catholic. Where do you see confession in the bible? 52:19 – Where in the bible that Mary was without sin?

“Can God really regret His decisions?” This episode explores the intriguing question of divine regret as we examine 1 Samuel 15:11, where God expresses regret over Saul’s kingship. Additionally, we delve into the parallels between Eve and Mary, the reasons behind God’s decree on human lifespan, and the relationship between praying to saints and the Body of Christ. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 09:07 – 1 Sam 15:11 God says he regrets making Saul king. How can God have regret? 20:17 – What are the similarities and differences between Eve before the fall and Mary before the Assumption? 33:55 – Why did God decide that man can only live to 120 but some in the bible live longer than that? 48:48 – Someone told me that the Body of Christ is separate. When I pray to the saints, is it separate from Christ?

“Are Annulments Too Legalistic?” This episode delves into the complexities of marriage and divorce within the Catholic Church, addressing concerns about the perceived bureaucratic nature of annulments. Tune in as we explore questions about the validity of annulments granted under specific circumstances, the implications for non-Catholics, and the Church’s teachings on relationships during the annulment process. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:25 – Aren't annulments legalistic, bureaucratic, and all about control? 07:08 – Why was an annulment granted if it doesn’t seem like it should be granted? 13:36 – My boyfriend is Protestant, married in the protestant church and is divorced. Why does he have to get an annulment if he’s not Catholic? He’s not interested in joining the Catholic church at this point. He’s doing this for me because I want to be married in the Catholic Church. 16:24 – Why don’t they call in the priest who gave the couple the pre marriage instruction to a couple seeking an annulment? 18:46 – I got an annulment 20 years ago. Is there a way for me to see what my ex husband submitted on his side of the annulment report? 22:33 – What does the Church teach on pursuing romantic relationships while waiting for an annulment? Is there anything that is offered to help prevent future annulments? 31:05 – You keep talking about the Marriage bond. Does that also include the covenant? 34:14 – If my nephew decided to return to the Church one day, could he have an annulment and remarry one day? 41:48 – Once the annulment is granted the marriage is not valid. Does that mean the kids and their sacraments are also invalid? 44:49 – Can an annulment decision be appealed? 47:55 – Is there any hope to get an annulment if the witnesses are no longer able to be located? 50:51 – My marriage was annulled 50 years ago and all I got was a letter in the mail and I never participated with it. It felt like a slap in the face to be told that my 9.5 year marriage never existed. I left the Catholic Church after that. Should there be a limit to when you can seek an annulment?

“Can time-traveling Catholics fulfill Sunday obligation?” This intriguing question opens a discussion that spans various theological topics, including how baptism would apply to a Trill and symbiote from Star Trek, and whether a baptized person with intellectual disabilities can be considered a saint. Join us as we explore these fascinating ideas and more. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:00 – How would baptism work for a Trill and symbiote (from Star Trek)? 12:30 – Would a time-traveling Catholic before Christ still have a Sunday obligation? 16:39 – Why hasn't God revealed stories of earlier creations before our time? 28:48 – Can a baptized person with intellectual disabilities be considered a saint? 38:05 – Should the Church explore the 4th dimension to better understand Scripture? 47:34 – Any strange movies with rich theological themes to recommend?

“Could a marriage involving conjoined twins be valid in the Church?” This intriguing question opens a discussion that also explores the origins of rock and roll, the phrases “up north” and “down south,” and the nature of baptismal water in relation to transubstantiation. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 00:50 – What are the origins of rock and roll? 03:53 – Could a marriage involving conjoined twins be valid in the Church? 16:37 – Where did the phrases “up north” and “down south” originate? 30:34 – If we believe in transubstantiation, why don't we believe baptismal water becomes the Holy Spirit? 34:06 – Could God create a duplicate soul in Heaven for companionship? 46:04 – Why would God create earthquakes if they cause destruction? 52:35 – What would have happened to the papacy if the pope never returned from Avignon?

“What can we do to comfort the suffering?” In this episode, we explore this vital question alongside topics such as the selection of the apostles and the reasons behind God’s allowance of suffering and evil. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:00 – How to discern between Catholic and Protestant apologetics? 21:24 – How were the apostles chosen? 23:47 – How can we comfort the suffering (2 Cor 1:3–5)? 28:41 – Why does God allow suffering and evil? 45:50 – Do we receive the full Eucharist with just the host?

“Can the Church claim to be the one true Church?” This episode explores this fundamental question while also addressing whether false information on an annulment application invalidates it, how to respond to Protestant objections regarding the veneration of saints, and the obligation to correct someone misusing the Lord’s name. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:32 – Does false information on an annulment application invalidate it? 14:55 – How to respond to Protestant objections to veneration of saints? 20:00 – What's the obligation to correct someone using the Lord's name in vain? 30:53 – Why does the Catholic Church claim to be the one true Church? 37:53 – Did the First Lateran Council mandate divorce for married priests? 44:12 – Best way to argue for God's existence to a secular thinker? 50:30 – If all can be saved through Christ, why become Catholic?

“Is the Church drifting from the Truth?” This episode explores the implications of Vatican I on Church teachings, alongside discussions on the papacy, the rationale behind infant baptism, and how to approach friendships with those who are same-sex attracted. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 07:25 – Is the Church drifting from the Truth? 29:02 – What does Vatican I say about the papacy? 43:28 – Why baptize infants if they can't consent? 48:42 – How to treat same-sex attracted friends?

“What if bishops’ conferences teach error?” In this episode, we explore the implications of erroneous teachings and several other topics, including the differences between Matthew 3:7 and Luke 3:7, the Catholic perspective on Israel and Jews, and the process of annulments. Join us for a thoughtful examination of these important questions. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:30 – What if bishops’ conferences teach error? 07:17 – Why do Matthew 3:7 and Luke 3:7 differ? 13:42 – What's the Catholic view on Israel and Jews? 22:25 – What if annulments aren't done by Easter? 35:03 – What is the magisterium and how to access it? 48:00 – Can I convert if my spouse objects?

“Why isn't everyone Christian?” This episode explores the complexities of faith and belief, addressing questions such as why baptism in the spirit isn’t more prominent in Mass, the appropriateness of a Catholic music award show, and how to approach confession after a long absence. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:02 – Why don't we hear more about baptism in the spirit in Mass? 15:46 – Is it appropriate to have a Catholic music award show? 22:11 – Did God create everything we see now at the moment he created the heavens and the earth? 28:46 – How do I approach confession after many years of not going? 32:27 – Is there a summary of laws from the Old Testament that no longer apply to Christians? 38:43 – What is clothing etiquette for mass? 45:47 – A family member fell away from the faith into the Orthodox Church? Why do the Orthodox re-baptize Catholics? 50:37 – Mt. 16:19, if the Church is infallible then how do you explain selling indulgence and other corruptions? I’m not repeating myself

“Can blessed items be sold?” This episode explores the nuances of blessed items and their significance, along with questions about the validity of immersion baptism and the timing of forgiveness in relation to baptism. We also delve into the impact of prayer on God’s will, offering a comprehensive look at these important topics in Catholic faith. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 10:59 – Could blessed items be sold? 16:00 – Does the bible say that immersion baptism is the only valid baptism? 29:53 – Is it only at the moment you are baptized that you are forgiven? 43:42 – Does our prayer do anything to move the Will of God?

“Did the woke agenda destroy Superman?” This episode dives into the impact of contemporary cultural shifts on iconic characters and narratives, exploring themes of masculinity and femininity in film. Additionally, we touch on the 50th anniversary of Jaws, the evolution of summer blockbusters, and a discussion about the Fantastic Four. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 00:45 – Jaws 50th Anniversary, Spielberg, Summer blockbusters 08:45 – Did the woke agenda destroy Superman? 38:00 – Masculinity and femininity in film 45:34 – Fantastic Four

“Will there be a Rapture?” This episode dives into the Catholic perspective on popular rapture theology and explores key topics such as the concept of a literal thousand-year reign, the Catholic understanding of the Three Days of Darkness, and the nature of the Antichrist. Join us for an examination of these important eschatological questions. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:30 – Will there be a Rapture, and how should Catholics respond to popular “rapture” theology? 20:00 – Will there be a literal thousand-year reign (the “millennium”)? 31:00 – What is the Catholic understanding of the Three Days of Darkness? 33:00 – What is the Illumination of Conscience or Warning, and when might it occur? 43:00 – What is “Antichrist”?

“Why create us if we can choose Hell?” This question opens a thought-provoking discussion on free will, evil, and salvation. The episode also explores how Jesus has written natural law on our hearts, the implications of the rebellion of Korah, and why God allows senseless evil in the world. Tune in for a deep dive into these critical topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:29 – Angels and humans were given free will. God doesn't want us to go to Hell. Since he knows everything, why bother creating us if we were to choose Hell? 13:00 – If natural law has existed since the beginning of time, how has Jesus written the law on our hearts? 23:08 – Is the rebellion of Korah a foreshadowing of the Protestant rebellion? 33:10 – Why does God allow senseless evil, such as car accidents, natural disasters, etc. to kill his people, which seems to be something that would happen in a Deistic universe? 38:05 – What is a good answer to someone who says the church is not needed but only a relationship with Jesus? 42:30 – Protestant constantly say that there is one mediator. How would you respond to that claim? 46:54 – Lutherans say baptism forgives the sin from before and after your baptism. Why would that be incorrect? 51:16 – Aren’t we supposed to pray to God in Jesus name? We are not supposed to be praying to Jesus? Explore the complex interplay of free will, evil, and salvation in this insightful discussion on why God allows choices that lead to Hell.

What is the Melkite Catholic Church? Catholic Answers Live Host Cy Kellet interviews Bishop François Beyrouti to learn about the American Melkite Church.

“Why doesn't St. Ignatius mention belief in Mary as essential for salvation?” This episode explores this intriguing question while also addressing the distinctions between latria and dulia, the Catholic Church’s stance on supporting the modern state of Israel, and the differences between Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:42 – Why doesn't St. Ignatius of Antioch mention belief in Mary as essential salvation? 17:41 – What is the difference between latria and dulia? 25:05 – Are Catholics required to support the modern state of Israel? 30:11 – Why does the Catholic church typically only have communion with the bread and not wine? 40:52 – What is the main difference between the Catholic church and Eastern Orthodox? 44:30 – I don't believe in God or the supernatural? What might help me believe in a God?

“Am I Catholic Without Catechesis?” This episode explores the nuances of faith and practice, addressing questions like the implications of baptism and confirmation without catechesis, responses to Seventh Day Adventist beliefs about death, and the role of Catholic schools in adhering to Church teachings. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 11:54 – Am I catholic if I was Baptized and confirmed, but I wasn't Catechized or practice? 20:59 – What is a good response to the Seventh Day Adventist idea of a sleep death? 29:04 – At the time of Judgement, do we bypass heaven if we receive the apostolic pardon? 33:49 – Do Catholic schools need to abide by the Catholic church for curriculum? 45:05 – Why did you discount the Second Judgement in your answers for Seventh Day Adventist? 49:55 – How can I navigate converting to Catholicism when family isn't supportive?

“Can saints intercede for us?” This episode explores the biblical basis for intercession, addressing questions like the reconciliation of Revelation 22:9 with the practice of honoring saints and the significance of the Eucharist in relation to salvation. Tune in as we also delve into the complexities of annulments and the nature of Mary's sinlessness. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:55 – The saints’ attempt to intercede for us in Rev. 6:9 seems to have failed. What other biblical evidence is there for intercession? 14:16 – How can you reconcile Rev. 22:9 with the practice of offering dulia to the saints? 23:28 – If the Eucharist is required for salvation, then why did Jesus tell the good thief he would be in paradise that day. Why was it good enough for him but not the rest of us? 31:13 – It doesn’t make sense because we don’t know which saints are in heaven and if we pray to one that isn’t there, does that mean we are praying to a demon? The saints pray for you. 36:56 – Religions are man made and are all imperfect in particular the Catholic Church? 46:33 – I don’t understand where annulments fit into scripture? 51:31 – What sin did Mary not have? What is a dark intellect?

“Is eternal security promised in John 5:24?” This episode explores the implications of Jesus’ words on eternal life and judgment. Additionally, we delve into questions about the Church’s changes in the Mass, the nature of angels and their vulnerabilities, and the role of priests in forgiving sins. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:30 – “Jesus says in John 5:24 whoever believes in him has ‘eternal life.' He states, “24 Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears my word and believes him who sent me, has eternal life; he does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life. Isn't that a promise of eternal security?” 16:55 – Mt. 12:38 seems to contradict what Catholicism teaches on how much time Jesus spent in hell. 20:16 – Why did the Church change so much in mass? 28:50 – Can angels get hurt? 32:27 – I think there is a contradiction between priests forgiving in persona Christi since they contribute nothing vs forgiving mortal sin. 46:04 – It seems as though we worship an arrogant God.

“How does mental illness connect to spirituality and healing?” In this episode, we explore the intricate relationship between mental health and faith, addressing questions like the role of inherited genes in mental illness and spirituality, the Church’s stance on electric shock treatment for depression, and the spiritual aspects of OCD. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 20:25 – How do we look at inherited genes when it comes to mental illness and spirituality? 31:38 – How does the Church feel about electric shock treatment? Is it helpful for people with depression? 35:40 – I have a son with schizophrenia, and I've been looking for someone to help connect the spiritual and physical. 42:25 – Is there a spiritual component to OCD, if so can someone heal from it? 47:03 – I've had mental problems that the doctors have said there is no solution for. What do you recommend? 50:58 – How does generational trauma end?

“What happens if someone confesses to murder?” This episode explores the complexities of confession and forgiveness, alongside questions about processing unconfessed sins and the requirements for receiving a plenary indulgence during a visit to Rome. Join us as we delve into these important topics and more in this thought-provoking discussion. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:41 – What happens if someone confesses to murder? 15:36 – How do I process unconfessed sins that I haven't thought of? 20:42 – What do I have to do to receive a plenary indulgence for my visit to Rome? 23:35 – Was Jesus ordaining the disciples at the washing of the feet? 30:22 – If God doesn’t weigh our deeds, what’s the point of Jesus weighing our deeds at the last judgement? 35:46 – Is it ok to publicly use a rite or celebrate a mass of a defunct rite? 38:04 – If a person has dementia, would that person still remember the people they met after dying while in purgatory? 43:02 – Regarding last Sunday's readings? Who were the 3 men Abraham met outside his tent? 47:01 – Why do we not read about gentiles believing in God until Jesus? Did the Jews not allow them to follow God? 50:18 – What happens at death? Do we sleep until the resurrection or do our souls move to either heaven or purgatory? 53:25 – Can people in purgatory pray for us?

“Can Latin Mass bring Catholics back?” In this episode we are joined by Catholic Speaker John Sablan to talk about re-engaging fallen away Catholics. We discuss the potential of the Latin Mass in revitalizing faith, alongside discussions on using personal businesses for evangelization, reaching those curious about sacramental life, and effective ways to engage with fallen-away Catholics. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 21:46 – Is it a good idea to use my new woodworking business as a way to have a good Catholic influence for evangelization? 32:09 – How do you reach out to the people who can seem to figure out the mystery of sacramental life? 37:16 – How can the Latin Mass play a role in bringing Catholics back? 45:21 – What’s a good approach to converse with a fallen away older Catholic man to bring him back? 50:04 – My friends told me the reason they can’t become Catholic is because they don't have the time for all the classes. Wouldn’t it be better to go back the older way that was a shorter process?

In this episode Dr. Marcus Peter answers questions about the covenants of God. He discusses how covenants tie into our modern Sacrements and how covenantal theology is key to understanding the Catholic faith! Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 44:24 – Is there a relationship between the term sacramentum and oath. Would calling a sacrament an oath detract from its proper meaning? 51:08 – Should you keep engaging with a person who is having a sin conversation and wont correct it?

“Why doesn’t the pope make more infallible statements and settle more issues?” This episode explores the complexities of papal authority and decision-making, while also addressing what factors are considered in electing a new pope, the reasons behind Pius XII’s suppression of liturgical octaves, and the intriguing question of why there has never been a Pope Peter II. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 21:47 – Why doesn’t the pope make more infallibile statements and settle more issues? 31:23 – What do they consider when electing a new pope? 35:40 – What was the reason for Pius XII to suppress so many liturgical octaves? 43:34 – Can you comment on Pope Pius XII’s position during WWII and why he wasn’t more vocal? 51:30 – Why has there never been a Pope Peter II?

“Can saints intercede for us?” This episode delves into the role of saints in prayer and tradition, addressing common concerns such as explaining intercession to Protestant family members and understanding why only the priest consumes from the chalice. We also explore the line between intercessory prayer and superstition, along with tips for inviting fallen-away Catholics back to the Church. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 12:26 – I come from a protestant family and am about to start OCIA. The obstacle I find is explaining the intercession of saints to my family. 19:56 – I struggle with not being able to consume from the chalice. Why does only the priest consume from the chalice? 24:36 – When does Intercessory prayer become a superstitious tradition? 39:48 – How do I approach my fallen away Catholic friend about returning to the Church?

“Can non-Catholics be saved?” This episode explores the complexities of salvation and the Catholic faith, addressing questions like the role of Mariology, the fear of the Lord, and the implications of Vatican II. Tune in as we also discuss concerns about worship practices and the challenges of unity among different Christian denominations. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:08 – I'm not Catholic because I don’t believe in Mariology and I don't worship her. 18:33 – Are you supposed to be afraid of the Lord? 22:23 – I want to convert but my wife won’t. Would I be able to receive communion if she doesn't convert? 30:01 – I'm not Catholic because the bible tells us to worship Saturday not Sunday. 33:34 – I'm Orthodox. I have issues with the changes of Vatican 2 and the claim that Muslims are saved. 48:29 – I'm not Catholic because of the divisions I see. It’s difficult to figure out which Church is true.

“Why doesn’t the Church embrace the Spirit like Pentecostals?” This episode explores the differences in spiritual expression between traditions, while also addressing questions about the necessity of dogmas in Catholicism, the misconceptions surrounding the Roman curia, and the significance of icons in the faith. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:36 – Why doesn’t the Church field the Spirit the way Pentecostals do? 12:17 – I'm not Catholic because the Church requires you to believe in all its dogmas. 23:00 – How do I debunk the claim that the Roman curia is run like the mafia? 37:30 – Could you explain Icons to me and the history of their veneration? 47:26 – My family’s obstacle to the faith is that God preserved the true Church as a remnant and not a big visible church.

“How is original sin passed down through evolution?” This episode explores the intersection of faith and science, addressing questions like how to respond to claims about Mary and Jesus in Revelation 12, and whether enjoying earthly pleasures contradicts the call to be a saint. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on these important topics and more. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:54 – How is the original sin passed down within the framework of evolution? 11:12 – My husband is not Catholic. He took issue with Rev. 12 and claimed that it cannot be Mary and Jesus. He said that it was all false. How can I respond? 14:35 – Is there any contradiction in enjoying earthly pleasures like watching football and playing cards and fulfilling the call of being a saint? 24:28 – Can the devil have power over people after death? Is there any benefit for having masses said for people we can assume are already in heaven? 31:50 – Siying's conversion story 35:51 – I just joined the Church. I know there is a 1 hour fast before communion. Can we drink coffee? 37:40 – If my friends don’t know Church teaching or misconceptions, but love God, what are they responsible for? 45:01 – Why did Mary have to be sinless and why do we have to follow that line of thinking? 52:06 – What’s the historical doctrinal development of transubstantiation and what does substance actually mean?

“What did the Early Church say about Mary?” In this episode, we explore the significance of Mary in early Christianity, addressing questions about her extraordinary nature, the evidence for her Assumption beyond Revelation, and the historical context of groups like the Pelagianists who downplayed her role. Tune in for a rich discussion on these pivotal topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – What did the Early Church say about Mary? 13:01 – Was Mary ordinary and made extraordinary because of her actions or was she extraordinary from the beginning? Does Simeon's prophecy that the hearts of many would be revealed mean she would hear all of our prayers? 18:30 – Besides the book of Revelation, what other evidence for the Assumption of Mary? 22:30 – I’m reading St. Louis de Monforte, and he mentions a group who didn’t care to talk about Mary. I think it was the Pelagianists. What happened to them and their denial of her? 29:51 – I was taught that ever since the flood there was no evil seed. And that sin was passed on through man seed in conception. How can the Catholic Church claim she was preserved from sin if she was conceived through ordinary means? 41:38 – To what extent did Mary know about the sufferings that Jesus would endure at the passion? 45:55 – Can we accept the apparition of Our Lady of La Salette or did the later issues with the children taint the whole message? 50:19 – How do we refute the Protestant claim that the title Queen of Heaven is not of a pagan goddess from the Old Testament?

“Can non-Catholics receive Communion?” This episode explores the nuances of this question while also addressing topics such as the inclusion of the apocrypha in the canon, the Church’s approach to blending faith with different cultures, and the authorship of the Acts of the Apostles. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important issues. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:05 – I'm LDS. How do you justify including the apocrypha in the canon? 05:45 – How does the Church justify mixing the faith with foreign cultures? 11:40 – What is your view on the authorship of Acts of the Apostles? Act 2:1-11 What was the atmosphere in the room on Pentecost? 17:43 – How do I explain to a Protestant why they can’t receive communion in a Catholic Church? 23:33 – How do you really know God is real? 32:47 – how do protestants ignore the obvious verse in the New Testament where Jesus says Peter is the rock? 37:10 – When a non-Catholic attends mass, can the person receive a blessing? 44:25 – What exactly happens at a consecration? When the priest consecrates the host, what do believe is the range for consecration? Can the host be across the room for it to be validly consecrated? 50:02 – How do I learn to properly read the Bible?

“How do we know indulgences are valid?” This episode explores the authority behind indulgences and the merits of saints, while also addressing questions about responding to critiques of Church scandals, the meaning of Christ’s words on the cross, and the practice of bowing to statues. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 17:06 – How do we know we have the authority to apply the merits of the saint in indulgences? 22:47 – I have a lot of protestant family. How do I respond to the valid critiques when it comes to Church scandals? 29:07 – What did our Lord mean when he said It is finished on the cross? 37:10 – Why do Catholics bow to statues since Exodus condemns it? 46:35 – If God gave Mary a special grace in which she still has free will but will always choose Him, why doesn't God give us that same grace?

“Can we take Jesus literally as the Bread of Life?” This episode explores the nuances of interpreting Jesus’ words, addressing the Protestant claim about literalism and metaphor. Additionally, we delve into the nature of hell and God’s mercy, and discuss how to approach conversations with Protestants regarding the intercession of saints. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 07:29 – Protestant claim we shouldn’t take Jesus literally when he says that he is the bread of life because he also says he is a door. What is the best response to this? 15:37 – How do we know that hell is forever and how do we justify God being merciful with that reality being taken into consideration? 23:26 – What angle can we use when talking to protestants when discussing the intercession of the saints. It seems like they get hung up on the ‘praying to' wording. 35:21 – Since Jesus is omniscient and omnipotent, did that take away from his suffering? 43:46 – Why is it uncommon to pray to Old Testament saints? 47:16 – I've heard it said that the reason Satan fell was because he knew God would become man. Wouldn’t this imply that Satan has some kind of foreknowledge?

“Can animals go to heaven?” This episode explores the intriguing question of animal salvation, alongside discussions on the material sufficiency of Scripture and the Church’s tracing of papal succession back to Peter. Tune in as we delve into these thought-provoking topics and more, providing clarity on faith, works, and biblical interpretations. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:45 – Why is the material sufficiency view of scripture not self-refuting? 15:37 – How does the Church trace the special status and succession of popes back to Peter? How is it pass on? 23:12 – I always taught my kids that animals don’t go to heaven, though I've heard you say that they possibly do. Can you explain your view? 37:21 – I've heard you say the Church has never claimed that faith and works lead unto salvation. If so, then what is James talking about? 46:52 – Today's gospel says “Amen, I say to you, you will not finish the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes.” What does that mean if he is the Son of Man who is presently there? 52:08 – Was Cornelius justified prior to being baptized in Acts 10?

“What Is the Role of Popes in Approving Ecumenical Councils?” In this episode, guest apologist Alex Jurado from Voice of Reason addresses the necessity of papal approval for early councils, explores how Jesus grew in knowledge, and discusses the connection between Mary’s Assumption and 1 Cor. 15:55. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 08:59 – How did Jesus grow in knowledge? And did he have knowledge of his passion from a young age? 14:30 – What’s the necessity for popes to convene and approve ecumenical councils particularly the earliest councils of the Church? 17:46 – Is there a connection between Mary’s Assumption and 1 Cor. 15:55? 21:52 – Why did the person who touched the ark dropped dead but people who stole it didn't. Why is that? 24:24 – Is it ok for a priest to consecrate a large amount of hosts and give them to a homebound person? 30:31 – Has Pope Leo expressed any opinion on Same sex unions? 32:10 – How would you explain to children deep theological questions? 43:40 – How many of the 10 commandments would exist today if there weren’t any religions? 48:48 – Why do Protestants have a different canon of scripture? 52:09 – If Jesus descended into hell to retrieve souls to enter heaven, does that mean those souls were suffering?

“What Is the Origin of the Hail Mary Prayer in Catholicism?” Join Colin Donavan as he explores the roots of this beloved prayer, along with intriguing questions about the letter from Jesus King to Abgar and the nature of free will in relation to Eve and Mary. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:19 – What do we make of the letter from Jesus to King Abgar as recorded in Eusebius' Church History? 07:02 – There was a supposedly leaked document from the Vatican about the TLM and it claims that the reasons why it was banned were fabricated. What do we know about that? 16:12 – Where did the prayer of the Hail Mary come from since it’s not in the bible? 24:37 – Did Eve have free will? If she did and didn't fall, would we have had Mary? 41:52 – Did Pope Francis change church doctrine on capital punishment?

A caller shares that his coworker refuses to take direction from a female supervisor, citing Scripture as justification. In this episode, Catholic apologists respond with clarity on what the Church teaches about gender roles, authority, and human dignity. Discover how Catholic teaching affirms the equal dignity of men and women while refuting misuse of Scripture to justify sexism. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:35 – The Church recently rolled out the final document on the Synod on Synodality and I cannot intellectually accept it. Am I essentially no longer Catholic? 12:16 – Why is marriage between a man and a woman? 18:08 – At what point did Jesus declare that all animals are clean to eat? 24:49 – What is the Catholic stance on eugenics? 32:45 – My supervisor said he would refuse to submit to his supervisor because she is a woman. He used scripture to justify this. How do we approach this as Catholics? 42:41 – Regarding the year of Jubilee, when you visit 7 churches, do you receive 1 indulgence or an indulgence for every church you visit?

A listener asks whether it’s morally permissible to attend the wedding reception of a Catholic getting married outside the Church. In this episode, Catholic apologist Joe Heschmeyer explains the difference between supporting the person versus appearing to support an invalid union, and how to navigate these situations with charity, clarity, and fidelity to Church teaching. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 15:43 – Is there a small document that describes the latest eucharistic miracles from a scientific perspective?  21:38 – Is it ok to attend the reception of an invalid marriage of a confirmed Catholic who is not getting married in the Church?  28:38 – Melchizedek in Genesis. Where did he come from and what happened to him?  37:11 – If a laicized priest becomes an Anglican priest, is the host consecrated the body of Christ?  45:44 – What is your view on AI and what is the intersection between the Church and AI? 

A caller asks whether Muslims truly worship the same God as Christians. In this episode, Catholic apologist, Dr. Karlo Broussard, explains the Church's teaching from Lumen Gentium and the Catechism, clarifying how Islam's incomplete understanding of God still refers to the one true Creator. The conversation also touches on key differences between the faiths and what authentic interreligious respect looks like. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:04 – If we can’t control how people see us, how is it then that we can be culpable for the sin of scandal?  11:50 – Does the lack of understanding of a mortal sin mitigate something being a mortal sin? For example, if a person views pornography but doesn’t believe it’s a mortal sin, is it still a mortal sin?  21:02 – How does the pope calling the crusades and saying going on a crusade forgives sins, fall into the doctrine of the papacy?  29:23 – Can you explain how Muslims worship the same God even with an incomplete understanding of him?  37:04 – I'm not Catholic. I was shocked to hear that Catholics believe that the biblical story of the flood is allegorical. Is this true?  45:48 – Are we obligated to forgive those who have not repented of sinning against us?  50:34 – Why does a person who wants to be baptized have to wait until going through class up until Easter?

Many Catholics struggle with understanding what truly makes a sin mortal. In this episode, the hosts offer a clear explanation of the three conditions: grave matter, full knowledge, and deliberate consent. They explore common misconceptions, offer real-life examples, and help listeners better examine their consciences with clarity and confidence rooted in Church teaching. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 16:42 – I'm Orthodox and don’t believe that purgatory is a belief of the first century. What evidence do Catholics provide for it? 28:15 – Can I come up with my own mysteries of the rosary to meditate on? 34:44 – I feel the current criteria for mortal sin is not properly fleshed out to what they actually mean. How can one actually know what these 3 criteria actually constitute? 48:22 – The Filioque troubles me. How is it that a previous pope saw it problematic, yet a later pope included it? 52:47 – Can you clarify how there is salvation outside the Church?

What does Scripture mean when it says Christ was “made sin for us”? In this episode, Catholic apologists address a Protestant caller’s concern about Psalm 51 and the Catholic rejection of penal substitution. Learn how the Church understands Christ's sacrifice—not as punishment in our place, but as a redemptive offering rooted in love and union with humanity. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 08:01 – I'm Protestant. I’ve listened to a lot of Catholic radio. I’ve had no change. Is this lack of movement of desire to change from Satan? 18:38 – How do we catechize older boomers who prioritize politics and social views over religion? 23:32 – What evidence do we have that the Catholic Church is the true Church? 34:09 – in Friday morning’s psalm prayer it says, “He who knew no sin was made sin for us to save us and restore us to your friendship” Psalm 51. We don’t believe in Calvinism substitutionary atonement. So, in what way was Christ made sin for us? 40:45 – Is there any point in saying “If God wills it, it will happen?” Especially if he has two wills? 48:22 – Is it possible for a person to sin in purgatory or if they have not died?

In this episode, Catholic bioethicist Fr. Tad Pacholczyk tackles tough moral questions about teenage medical consent, frozen embryo implantation in older women, and the ethics of sustaining life through new technologies. Hear a thoughtful Catholic perspective on where moral lines are drawn in modern medicine and why intention, consent, and dignity matter in every case. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 20:24 – What are the reasonable limits to sustaining a pregnancy, such as the case you were discussing vs embryos conceived in IVF?  30:03 – Regarding the Georgia situation, since keeping dead person vitals going a new technology, would this be done only at the consent of the mother? Would that solve the dilemma?  34:59 – I have a 13-year-old son. We were told that at 14 we would be asked to leave the room for our son to decide if he wanted to make his own medical decisions alone with the doctor. Are you familiar with this situation and would this be ethical?  44:19 – Would it be ethical to implant a frozen embryo in a woman who is 60 years of age knowing that the pregnancy would probably not be viable? 

Can someone with a water allergy be baptized? Why do priests receive both species of the Eucharist while the laity often don't? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we take on some of the most thought-provoking questions about Catholic doctrine and tradition. Topics include evangelizing Jewish people, the theological necessity of Marian dogmas, recognizing divine inspiration in Scripture, and reconciling the joy of heaven with the loss of loved ones. We also address questions about God's providence versus coincidence, and near-death experiences involving deceased relatives. Whether you’re exploring Catholic teachings or deepening your faith, this Q&A offers clear, faithful answers rooted in Church teaching. Ideal for those curious about baptism, Eucharistic theology, salvation, and how Catholics understand prophecy and the afterlife. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:10 – How would the Church baptize someone with a topical allergy to water, where contact with water causes hives but drinking it is fine? 08:15 – Did the Old Testament prophets know they were prophets? Did the New Testament writers know they were divinely inspired when writing? 18:22 – How can heaven be a place of perfect joy if a loved one, such as a child, does not attain eternal life? Wouldn't we notice their absence and grieve? 22:15 – What is the Church's current teaching on evangelizing Jewish people? Does God's promise of the land to the Jewish people still apply under the New Covenant? 29:45 – Why is the Eucharistic cup often withheld from the laity? Jesus instructed us to eat His body and drink His blood. If the host contains both, why does the priest still consume both species separately? 34:58 – Why are the dogmas of the Immaculate Conception, Bodily Assumption, and Perpetual Virginity necessary for salvation from a theological standpoint? What core gospel truths are denied if these are rejected? 43:43 – If someone nearing death sees and speaks to deceased family members, does that mean those individuals are in Heaven or could they still be in Purgatory? What if certain people don't appear—does that imply anything about their final destination? 50:01 – Is everything part of God's plan, or do coincidences exist?