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Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In Today's Show: Is it wrong to drink in front of my Mormon parents on vacation? I've realized I don't really love God; I fear him instead. What can/should I do? Can being a perfectionist trying to live a sinless life lead to burnout? If so, how can we deal with this?  Why have Orthodox and Protestant Christians faced persecution by evil forces if they're not the one true Church? And more. 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: Is it okay to only want to have a small family? What is the most memorable thing that ever happened to Fr. Alloy during Mass? Do Catholics have a responsibility to correct non-Catholic friends in error? How much power should the Pope have? Will we see our deceased pets in Heaven? How did St. Joseph get the nickname "Terror of Demons"? Could Nostra Aetate be reversed or revised? Do people struggle over the existence of aliens? What is the concept of Mary as the Mediatrix of All Graces? And more. 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 "made in the image and likeness of God" meant to be taken literally or spiritually? Should veiling be done after Vatican II? Is watching a recorded Mass different from a livestreamed Mass? Can Demons infiltrate our thoughts? Can a mortal sin become venial through habit? What does "binding and loosing on Earth as in Heaven" mean? Do priests need to find their own place to live? Is religious trauma a real thing? What decision should be made if a doctor recommends an abortion? Do IVF babies have a soul? Can Gregorian Masses be offered for an entire family tree? 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, OFM Conv., has served the Church and the Franciscan Order in Catholic education, campus ministry, parochial ministry, and catechesis. He is a chaplain at Thomas Aquinas College in Santa Paula, California, and focuses his scholarly efforts on Renaissance rhetoric and Polynesian ethnohistory. In Today's Show: Is there a difference in how to deal with a heretic vs a believer in Titus and Matthew? What is the biblical justification for confession? Why can't animals be baptized? Why does Jesus refer to himself as the Son of Man? Do priests typically keep an archive of their past homilies? Does Gen Z have an increased interest in Catholicism? What is the "desolating abomination" in Matthew 24? And more. 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: Is it possible for us to fully love the Lord with our whole hearts, minds, and souls? Why does the Stigmata appear on the palms when the nails were driven into Jesus' wrists? Do priests own their own car? Would it be a sin not to attend Mass on Ascension Thursday? If someone habitually commits sins, do they have a true conversion of heart? Do we have to forgive all of our debtors? Could someone who is transgender become Catholic? What would a Vatican III look like? Does Jesus feel the pain of being crucified over and over again each time a Mass is said? How can we fully separate ourselves from material things? And more. 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. Fr. Rock is also currently contributing to TAN Books “Year of the Latin Mass.”  Fr. Rock's video contributions can be found on TAN Books YouTube page. Show Resources: Tan Books: Year of the Latin Mass In Today's Show: Is missing Sunday Mass a mortal sin? Should someone who is discerning between marriage and the priesthood date? What does Matthew 5:22 mean? Should a parent who allows their child to move in with a boyfriend or girlfriend receive Holy Communion?  When priests say Mass, is it like “going to work” for them? Do you have to consult a priest before consecrating yourself to Jesus? Is using sacramentals to combat lustful thoughts cheating? Is using acupuncture against church teaching? And more.  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 moral to purchase a relic with the intention of giving it to the clergy? What is the best way to explain to a non-Catholic that cohabitation is not allowed? Why is divorce not allowed in cases where the spouse cheats? Do two people who have dated have any claim towards each other? Is it a sin to joke about an assassination attempt? What is the best way to deal with a pornography addiction? Can a priest, after hearing the confession of a criminal, hand over security footage to the police? Can a Roman Catholic make a habit of attending Byzantine Catholic liturgies?  And more. 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, 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: Is breaking the first three commandments the worst crime one can commit? When and why did the distribution of Holy Communion in the hand begin? Is it possible to pray perfectly? What is Canon Norman's opinion on the Divine Mercy Novena? ​​How can a layman best live the spirituality of the ICKSP living in the world, in the midst of their manifold duties? Can secular work be gratifying and not just toil? And more. 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. Fr. Rock is also currently contributing to TAN Books “Year of the Latin Mass.”  Fr. Rock's video contributions can be found on TAN Books YouTube page. Show Resources: Tan Books: Year of the Latin Mass In Today's Show: Is freezing female eggs morally acceptable? How can someone become catechized without access to a church? Should a diocese be sending people to Protestant services? How do we know if a sin is mortal or venial? Father's tips for meditation during the rosary. How many Gregorian Masses are considered too many? What is the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter? Why did Jesus need to be punished if God forgave sins in the Old Testament? What would Fr. Rock say to someone who is considering leaving the church over politics?  And more. 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!

Father Casey Jones is a priest of the Diocese of Venice, Florida. He currently serves as the pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish and school in Naples, Florida. In Today's Show: Is smoking tobacco a sin? When we pray hard for something that never happens, how do we not lose hope? How does the Catholic Church differ from the Anglican Ordinariate? Is it okay to prefer the Jesus prayer over the Hail Mary? Can a Catholic practice Tai Chi? Can we distance ourselves from our parents if they are causing us harm? Is a clover a sufficient symbol to explain the Trinity? So we say “begotten, not made in not made” what does that mean exactly? And more. 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 working out our salvation with fear and trembling contradictory to the advice to not be anxious or worry? Why does the church seemingly promote interfaith dialogue yet denounce beliefs like Freemasonry? Is the Trinity difficult to understand because it is a mystery or because it has a logical problem? Why is Easter celebrated before a full three days have passed? What can be done to prevent another French Revolution? What is the difference between ICKSP and FSSP parishes? How does one overcome being inconsistent in prayer life? ​​Why is consulting with spirits forbidden? 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. Show Resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcZmjSae9jg  In Today's Show: Is confession different in a traditional parish? How can we refute when protestants say the priesthood had been "done away with" What is the risk to the souls of those Catholics who now attend non-Catholic churches and are remarried in them without getting a Catholic annulment? What graces occur if we put a scapular under a child's bed? Why is the Eastern Orthodox Church a false church? What is considered almsgiving during Lent? Is the congregation supposed to respond along with the choir during the traditional Latin Mass? What is the difference between an Oratory and a Parish?  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!

Father Casey Jones is a priest of the Diocese of Venice, Florida. He currently serves as the pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish and school in Naples, Florida. In Today's Show: Is stealing sinful if it's a necessity? Does the Church permit birth control for medical treatment outside of contraception? Would a North Korean baptism be valid? Was Jesus truly tempted in the desert if he couldn't sin? How did St. Joseph receive the title of "Terror of Demons"? Can you work in business and be a hermit? What is the blasphemy against the holy spirit? Will you go to Hell if you can't pay back your debts on Earth? Should a priest interject humor into his homily? Why does the Church require us to go to confession yearly, even if we have no mortal sins? 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 immodest for a pregnant woman to show her stomach in public? Can someone seeking a declaration of nullity serve as a witness to a baptism? When does anger turn into the sin of hatred? Father Brancich's thoughts on inculturation. Father's advice for discerning a third order. What should someone do if they are leaning towards Orthodoxy? Why does it feel like we're just reciting words during the Nicene Creed? How does one align themselves to the movements of grace? What should be done if a husband doesn't lead their household in Catholic matters? What if someone is not strong enough to stand up to their wife? 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: Is a priest allowed to remove the creed from Mass during Lent? Can God create a stone he can't lift? Would Saint Cyril and Saint Methodius support a vernacular Western liturgy? When did the Church start using the host as we know it today? What penance should we do on Fridays outside of Lent? Why do babies in the old rite have exorcised salt put on their tongue during baptism? Are we supposed to make the sign of the cross when passing a church? What are we to be contemplating when we watch the Priest consume the Body & Blood? If God is omnipresent, what is so special about the consecration? What is the purpose of a breviary? 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: Is it okay to have birthday parties during Lent? Why does it say that God "repented" in Genesis 6:6 after creating man? When the altar server approaches the altar with a candle, what does that represent? Can a Roman Catholic confess to a Byzantine Priest? Before the consecration, why do priests add a drop of water to the wine? When is a general confession recommended? Is it normal for a TLM to have an opening and closing hymn? What is Jesus' second coming? How long does the propaedeutic stage last for ICKSP candidates? If a canon is hearing confession, do you say "forgive me canon"? What should those entering the field of law look out for morally? And more. 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 Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He currently serves as Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish in Front Royal, Virginia. In Today's Show: Is everyone predestined for either Heaven or Hell? Why is the Hail Mary prayer sometimes referred to as the Angelic Salutation? Is it okay to keep decorative lights up during Lent? Did the saints agree that we have to pray the Rosary every day to be eligible for the 15 promises? Why did Jesus specifically choose bread and wine as the matter in the sacrament of holy communion?  Questions about Lenten fasting and abstinence. What happens to a priest's chalice when they die? How often does Fr. Duesterhaus wear his collar outside of Mass? What is the best way to lead those we know through the conversion process? Does the Holy Spirit lead you, no matter which denominational church you attend? And more. 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!

Father Casey Jones is a priest of the Diocese of Venice, Florida. He currently serves as the pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish and school in Naples, Florida. In Today's Show: Is it wrong to feel that giving up our sufferings isn't enough? Does the Catholic Church charge for annulments? How can pregnant women with morning sickness receive the Eucharist respectfully? During Lent, is it appropriate for the congregation to recite the Apostles' Creed? Why were options for readings created in the Ordinary Form? Do we have to hate ourselves to be humble? What would be the virtuous way to handle a spouse being rude? Why do we call Mary the Mother of God? What is our responsibility towards our guardian angel? Why do people go to confession if they say they are sinless? Can a Novena be completed if a day is missed? If an AI model were to gain full sentience, would we need to treat it differently from how we use other technologies?  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. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Littleton (Denver), Colorado. He was ordained in May of 2021. In Today's Show: Is it okay not to watch The Passion of the Christ and not focus too much on Jesus' crucifixion? How does the Church verify if a miracle is legitimate or not? Father Dalimata's music recommendations. Do we need to fully pay attention to the homily to fulfil our Sunday obligation? Is there a timeframe in which the Epiphany Blessing of Homes can be administered? Are there two active calendars in the Roman Rite? Is a wife obligated to always submit to her husband? Can a diocesan priest join the FSSP? Do we have a moral obligation to tell others their religion is false? How long should a good confession be? 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 prayer in a state of mortal sin efficacious? What types of prayers should be said after Mass? What do you need to be capable of consenting to marriage? Why is the Gloria omitted during Lent and Advent but not the Sanctus? Can those who are divorced receive holy communion? Can a Catholic parent take a job as a psychic to provide for their family? What is the significance of the relic of the blood of Christ? Should Children leave Mass to attend a Children's Liturgy? Do priests still need to say Mass if no congregation is present? And more. 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: Is the Novus Ordo good enough? What are the origins of the Sanctus Candle? What are Father Rocks' thoughts about the letter on the Vetus Ordo? The importance of Mass chants. Why do some deacons decide to stay deacons? Is the Earth as perfect as God could make it? Information about Jesus' circumcision. Does the Eucharist "contain" divine nature? If Rome were to allow female priests, would we need to accept it? Are confessions from diocesan priests invalid? Book recomendations for healthy marriages. How can those who don't know Latin say the traditional Breviary? Is our imagination Satan's counterfeit of God's creation? And more. 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 there a specific length of time a priest should shoot for with a homily? Is the Epiphany a Holy Day of Obligation? What is the best way to follow along with the TLM? Advice on convincing a friend to fulfil their Mass obligation. Is there an English word-for-word translation of the Bible? Why do some churches have the "Our Lady of" title? Is it a sin to refuse to attend an irreverent Mass if it's the only option? What Sports should a teenage Catholic boy play? Book recomendations for those with fallen-away family members. What can a family do if there is no wake or funeral for a member? And more. 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 Bachelor's of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. In Today's Show: Is it okay to pray for those suffering to die? How did the population come to be with only Adam and Eve? Are we required to welcome those we forgive back into our lives? Is there any forgiveness for those who die in a state of mortal sin? What is the annulment process like in the Eastern Rite?  Could an Eastern Catholic theoretically receive every sacrament at once, including marriage?  And more. 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: Is it permitted to get a haircut on Sundays? What does “you are robbing Peter to pay Paul” mean? Why can the Novus Ordo be celebrated in Latin but the traditional Mass cannot be celebrated in English? Should Catholics boycott the NFL over the blasphemous Buffalo Bills commercial? Was Christmas ever called "Christ's Mass"? Is it immodest for women to wear makeup or nail polish? Advice on dealing with gender dysphoria. When does fasting start and end on vigil days? Is it okay to recite the prayers of the 7 Sorrows of Mary all year round or just during Lent? And more. Show Resources: https://www.catholicapologetics.info/scripture/newtestament/2luke.htm 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!

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Fr. Robert Healey was ordained a priest on June 26, 2020, and served for two years as the associate pastor at St. Anne Catholic Church in Broken Arrow, OK, before entering into his second assignment at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Stillwater, OK. He currently serves at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Tulsa, OK. In Today's Show: Is it a sin to love a married woman? What is the principle of double effect? Is the Ethiopian Bible the "true" Bible? Did anyone, including Jesus, know of his resurrection before it happened? Are Catholics required to abstain from meat every Friday? Why is there no scientific evidence of God's existence?  Does God allow us to fail to teach us a lesson? Should people take pictures during mass? Is it gossip to warn others of someone's shady behavior? What was Jesus preaching about when he went missing in the temple? And more 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, OFM Conv., has served the Church and the Franciscan Order in Catholic education, campus ministry, parochial ministry, and catechesis. He is a chaplain at Thomas Aquinas College in Santa Paula, California, and focuses his scholarly efforts on Renaissance rhetoric and Polynesian ethnohistory. In Today's Show: Is it a good thing that art is more secular now? Should we decorate and celebrate for Halloween? Can those from Orthodox churches ever receive holy communion? If you receive the last rites, do you go straight to heaven? If public prayer is banned, should we comply? What is the difference between the 1962 and 1965 missals? How do I get out of the state of being lukewarm? Can my religious struggles be a dark night of the soul? Can an Eastern Catholic join a Roman order? How do we eliminate distractions during Advent? Do those who choose Hell remain there forever? Is Piracy sinful? 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: Is a spiritual communion okay for a first Friday? Do criticisms of the Pope count as a schism? Why is confession important? How different was Catholic life pre-Vatican II? How do I tell others the Catholic Church is the true church? Who carried the first stigmata? Could a Pope teach heresy? Can a Catholic swear on a Protestant Bible? Is watching mature television sinful? Why is Matt Talbot not a saint? 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. Healey was ordained a priest on June 26, 2020, and served for two years as the associate pastor at St. Anne Catholic Church in Broken Arrow, OK, before entering into his second assignment at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Stillwater, OK.  In Today's Show: Is it ok to incorporate ashes into a reef? When do sins of attraction become sins of lust? First Friday interruptions How do we understand Jesus' childhood omnscience? What is the difference between the rapture and the second coming? Confession troubles Witches and Charlie Kirk Does God have a 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!

Father Casey Jones is a priest of the Diocese of Venice, Florida. He currently serves as the pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish and school in Naples, Florida. In Today's Show: Is it a sin to view videos of violence? Why does God in the Old Testament seem harsher than in the New Testament? How did minor orders fit within Holy Orders? Hymn suggestions for a funeral Help dealing with OCD Should I treat confidential knowledge as a secret without being told it is? Did Jesus ever become angry besides at the temple? If the parents aren't practicing Catholics, is the child's baptism valid? Why aren't Anglican Holy Orders 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!

Fr. Francisco Nahoe, OFM Conv., has served the Church and the Franciscan Order in Catholic education, campus ministry, parochial ministry, and catechesis. He is a chaplain at Thomas Aquinas College in Santa Paula, California, and focuses his scholarly efforts on Renaissance rhetoric and Polynesian ethnohistory. In Today's Show: Is it harmful to baptize a child from non-practicing parents? Should my tattoos be exorcised? Should I respect a person's new pronouns? Is living a truly holy life possible in 2025? Do Catholics believe in the flat-earth theory? Why did the canonization process change after Vatican II? Can someone still receive communion if they forgot to mention a mortal sin during confession? Is praying during a livestream the same as in person? 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. 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!

Reposted from Murder Magnets: A Poker Face Podcast, which you can find at https://podcastica.com/podcast/murder-magnets-a-poker-face-podcast —Join Penny, Becky & Jason as they discuss the ups and downs of heists and rom coms. Next up: Poker Face S2E8 “The Sleazy Georgian.” Let us know your thoughts!You can email or send a voice message to bullshit@podcastica.com. Or check out our Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica.Links:Natasha Lyonne and Rian Johnson on Why ‘Poker Face' Scared Hollywood Execs, Ignoring Internet Hate and How the Show Is a Bold ‘Act of Feminism': https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/poker-face-natasha-lyonne-rian-johnson-scare-hollywood-hate-1236413625/ Check out all our other shows at podcastica.com. Check out Becky's podcast “What's On Tonight” at https://www.facebook.com/people/Whats-On-Tonight/61566882612402/ Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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. 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!

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. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts.   In Today's Show: Is the practice of burying a statue of St. Joseph to sell a house superstition? I went to receive communion with my hands held out and got a blessing instead, did I do something wrong? What was the relation between moral philosophy and spiritual theology? In the Glory Be prayer it says, "world without end." Won't this world eventually end? When Jesus broke the bread in the Road to Emmaus story, was that transubstantiation? Does leaving the Faith mean you never had faith to begin with? Dealing with public figures who are Catholic speaking on faith matters. When avoiding venal sin, is okay to feel annoyance and then offer it up? Should we not be cremated if God will reunite us with our bodies eventually? Can you define the difference between prayer and worship? Can I pray for my NHL team to win? 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. DESCRIPTION: In Today's Show: Is it a sin to play a video game where you character has to pray to a "god" to advance the game? What happens to our guardian angel when we die, and do bishops get three guardian angels? Does a priest put their flock in danger of mortal sin by not reminding them of their obligation to attend Mass? Was World War 2 preternaturally influenced?  Is it sinful to criticize Pope Francis? What are your thoughts on Pope Francis saying he wouldn't go by the title of Vicar of Christ? Is it appropriate to call the altar the "table?" What materials should altars be made from? 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 Ross Bourgeois, ICKSP serves as Parochial Vicar at Most Precious Blood of Jesus Parish in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He also serves as Media Coordinator for the ICKSP American Province and is the host of "Lessons in Latin" heard on The Station of the Cross. Canon Bourgeois was ordained in 2019. DESCRIPTION: In Today's Show: Is there any symbolic significance of Jesus Christ falling three times while carrying the cross to Calvary? Is engaging in or offering acupuncture a sin? What is the Church's position on DNR (do not resuscitate)? Can I pray to holy people who are not canonized? If my parish priest has Eucharistic Ministers distribute communion, should I refrain from receiving? If the king ordered all children under two be murdered, how did John the Baptist survive? If you find rosaries that were lost, do they need to be blessed a second time? If the Catechism says not to spend money on animals that should instead go to humans, then what is OK to spend on pets? 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 sin to not be circumcised? Why do some people think God doesn't punish sinful actions? Do I need to pray while walking under the Jubilee door in Rome? How do I cope with nightmares about the end of the world? Is it wrong to use CBD supplements for anxiety? Why did the devil tempt Eve instead of Adam? If pregnancy is dangerous to the wife's health, should the couple remain celibate? Is it ok to ask St. Therese for a rose as a sign? What does "join your sufferings with God's suffering" mean? Should Catholics at risk of passing down genetic problems not marry? Why are there two versions of certain prayers on Ember days? Is pouring water as effective as immersion baptism? 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 currently serves 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 it a sin to read a fortune cookie? Is reliance to medication a barrier to join the ICKSP? What would bar some people from becoming a priest in the ICKSP? Would ADHD be a barrier? Are images of men without shirts considered immoral or immodest? Does Limbo contradict God's mercy and justice? How do I grasp the concept of transubstantiation? Can we use the duality of Jesus' humanity and divinity to understand the presence of Him in the Eucharist? Do other denominations observe Ash Wednesday or Lent? As a Baptist is it wrong to consider the Baptist and Catholic Churches fairly identical? 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: Is it okay to have food with 0 calories during the Eucharistic Fast? Can you say the Mass for the Holy Face on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday? If a Catholic couple have an outdoor wedding, do they excommunicate themselves? What precisely is an excommunication? What is the funeral policy for private requiem masses at FSSP parishes? Why do you think single men the least likely to attend church compared to other groups? What advice do you have for those in the role of greeters? The TLM doesn't have much in common with the Novus Ordo. Why are they considered inside the same Rite? I went to a Lutheran mass, and it reminds me of the new mass. Why? Why is Saturday vigil allowed for a Sunday obligation? Are we allowed to use chicken or beef stock on Fridays? Historical dispensations to the Friday fast. How to not get discouraged if you fail your Lenten observances? 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 Ross Bourgeois, ICKSP serves as Parochial Vicar at Most Precious Blood of Jesus Parish in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Canon Bourgeois was ordained in 2019.   In Today's Show: Is there any symbolic significance of Jesus Christ falling three times while carrying the cross to Calvary? Is engaging in or offering acupuncture a sin? What is the Church's position on DNR (do not resuscitate)? Can I pray to holy people who are not canonized?  If my parish priest has Eucharistic Ministers distribute communion, should I refrain from receiving? If the king ordered all children under two be murdered, how did John the Baptist survive? If you find rosaries that were lost, do they need to be blessed a second time? If the Catechism says not to spend money on animals that should instead go to humans, then what is OK to spend on pets?  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!

In this episode of Basic AF, hosts Tom Anderson and Jeff Battersby welcome back guest Adam Jones to discuss the latest features of Apple Intelligence. Topics include:• Privacy Concerns• Integration of ChatGPT• Evolving Role of Siri• Genmojis• Image Playground• Summaries in Messages and Mail• Audio Recording and Transcription in Notes• Visual Intelligence Features of iPhone 16 Series• Overall Impressions and Grades of Apple's Intelligence FeaturesMore from Adam Jones:https://www.skyboundeducation.com/Adam Jones WebsiteAdam Jones Guest PageLinks from the Show:Is your iPhone sharing photos data with Apple by default?Question or Comment? Send us a Text Message!Contact Us Drop us a line at feedback@basicafshow.com You'll find Jeff at @reyespoint on Threads and @reyespoint@mastodon.sdf.org on Mastodon Find Tom at @tomanderson on Threads Join Tom's newsletter, Apple Talk, for more Apple coverage and tips & tricks. Tom has a new YouTube channel Show artwork by the great Randall Martin Design Enjoy Basic AF? Leave a review or rating! Review on Apple Podcasts Rate on Spotify Recommend in Overcast Intro Music: Psychokinetics - The Chosen Apple Music Spotify Show transcripts and episode artwork are AI generated and likely contain errors and general silliness.

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 there a specific thing that your parents did that directed you to become a priest? Since protestants believe in the Bible, why don't they believe in the Catholic Church who put the Bible together? When communion is the hand is given how culpable would the priest be if some of the Eucharist is mistreated? My son found out that his confirmation was invalid because I was his sponsor, what should we do? Would our young daughter who has diminished cognitive abilities, be exempt from the ban on birth control? Besides prayer what is the best way for the laity to help their priests? Is it a sin by association if one votes for a candidate who does not adhere to all of the teaching of the Church? Do we need to ask for the grace to receive graces from God? I was wondering if the compression pants in the NFL would be considered immodest and a cause to not watch football games? Did Adam and Eve have a guardian angel before the fall? 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: Is it okay to watch the Lord of the Rings Movies? Is it okay to watch videos about paranormal subject matter? Are Catholics required to believe the Assumption or Immaculate Conception? What is the Catholic view on dancing? What is the reason for the second confiteor in the pre 1955 low mass? If I couldn't make my Easter obligation for medical reasons, can I go back to receiving communion when I physically get back to mass? Do Catholics and Protestants have a similar view on penal substitution, and atonement? How to respond to a Catholic who doesn't believe in purgatory? What are some good books for discerning the priesthood? Can Catholics participate in sports betting? Since love requires at least to people and God is loving doesn't that prove the Trinity? What are the requirements for public recitation regarding Indulgences? How do you recommend a Catholic family celebrate Halloween?   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 currently serves 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 hypnosis permissible? What exactly is the sin of weakness? I've heard we receive signal graces if we pray the rosary daily. What are they? Any advice for a Catholic men's workout group? What does Canon think about the Pope cardinal appointments? What is material heresy, and do I have to go to confession over it? What is Reiki, and why should Catholics avoid it? What exactly is a near occasion of sin? Would it be a sin to allow my son to stay in the same room as his girlfriend? Can Catholics have acupuncture?   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 it okay to get a tattoo in memory of someone? Can one get a dispensation to marry an unbaptized person who was married to another unbaptized person and got divorced? If a priest changes the verb in the Eucharistic prayer, is it still valid? What does the Church say about reading books that are about matters that are contrary to Catholic teaching? How to answer someone who is wondering why they can't keep divorce and remarrying? Our daughter has given up on finding a Catholic mate how do we deal with this? How do you become a bishop? Is it a sin to miss a Holy Day of Obligation due to mental illness outbreak/attacks? What is the scriptural connection for the passage on Mary crushing the head of Satan? How much is appropriate to leave the Church and your children in your will? 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 sinful to use phrases like “jeez,” “oh my gosh/goodness,” etc knowing they derive from phrases that actually use the name of the Lord in vain? The lack of reverence and hippie hymns make me angry and distracted at my mass, is this a sin? What are Ember days and how do we observe them? What parts of the office are FSSP priests required to pray? And is there a set schedule or do the times vary in their days? Why does the Church have "gluten free" hosts? Isn't it placating to a minority of cases? How should we celebrate Halloween? (To be continued with Fr. Rock, FSSP) My boyfriend was sending flirtatious messages to another girl, what should I do? Regarding excommunication. Where does the Church get it's authority to decide when a person isn't worthy to be in union with the Church? During the consecration the priest said drink and take instead of take and drink. Is this invalid? How do plenary indulgences clear you of all purgatory? Is the confirmation still valid if the priest pours the chrism on the head rather than signing the cross with the oil on the forehead? Was Pope Pius XII a hero or villain? When Christ is questioned, he says that only the Father knows.  How does Christ not know if they are Father, Son and Holy spirit? 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!