• #12470 Must We Forgive the Unrepentant? Eucharist and Confession - Jimmy Akin
    Nov 22 2025

    “Must we forgive the unrepentant?” This question delves into the complexities of forgiveness as taught in Luke 17:3-4. Additionally, the discussion touches on the Church’s teaching regarding the “Sons of God” in Genesis 6, clarifies why the Eucharist is not cannibalism, and examines the tolerance of Old Testament polygamy compared to New Testament teachings.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 04:45 – Church teaching on the “Sons of God” in Genesis 6
    • 11:58 – Must we forgive someone who is not repentant? (Luke 17:3-4)
    • 20:35 -How to explain that the Eucharist is not cannibalism
    • 29:10 -Why Old Testament polygamy was tolerated but not in the New Testament
    • 40:04 -Recommendation for a good book for a 14-year-old interested in Catholicism
    • 44:35 -Parallels between confession and the sin offering in Leviticus
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  • #12469 Why Are Jehovah’s Witnesses Considered Non-Christian? - Jimmy Akin
    Nov 21 2025

    “Why are Jehovah’s Witnesses considered non-Christian?” This question leads to a discussion on the theological distinctions that set them apart from mainstream Christianity. Additionally, the conversation touches on the similarities and differences between angelic and ghost apparitions, the earliest evidence for the Assumption and the Immaculate Conception, and advice for new Catholics seeking community.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 01:40 – Similarities and differences between angelic and ghost apparitions
    • 19:15 – Clarification on why Jehovah’s Witnesses are considered non-Christian
    • 29:30 – Earliest evidence for the Assumption and the Immaculate Conception
    • 43:30 – If Jesus appears fully in both species, why does Scripture say “body” for bread and “blood” for wine?
    • 49:55 – Advice for a new Catholic struggling to connect with other young adult Catholics
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  • #12468 Did the Miracle of the Sun Actually Happen? - Tim Staples
    Nov 21 2025

    “Did the Miracle of the Sun actually happen?” This question opens a discussion on the authenticity of miraculous events in Catholic tradition. Other topics include the relationship between God’s will and personal manifestation, the nature of the Mass as a propitiatory sacrifice, and the significance of Ananias laying hands on St. Paul.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 02:35 – Did The Miracle of the Sun actually happen?
    • 17:23 – Can we manifest what God will give us?
    • 29:25 – If the mass is a Propitiatory sacrifice then how come mortal sin can’t be forgiven during mass?
    • 45:00 – What was the significance of Ananias laying his hands on St. Paul?
    • 50:23 – Josephus said James was Jesus’ brother. What is the Catholic response to that?
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  • #12467 What Does the Church Say About Psychedelics? - Steve Kramp
    Nov 20 2025

    “What does the Church say about psychedelics?” This question opens a discussion on the Catholic perspective regarding the use of psychedelics, touching on their justification and the intriguing connection some claim exists between psychedelics and creativity. Additionally, the conversation delves into the nature of the entities encountered during such experiences.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 01:00 – What does the Catholic Church say about psychedelics?
    • 35:50 – How can the use of psychedelics be justified?
    • 37:57 – What’s the supposed link between creativity and taking psychedelics?
    • 45:15 – Who are the entities we’re encountering?
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  • #12466 Why Do We Need the Apostles, Mary, and the Saints? – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Joe Heschmeyer
    Nov 20 2025

    “Why do we need the apostles?” This episode explores the vital role of the apostles in our faith, along with questions about the necessity of praying to Mary and the saints, and how to address concerns about the relationship between Catholics and Jesus. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on these important topics and more.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 05:25 – My co-worker asked: Why do we even need the apostles?
    • 15:41 – I’m in OCIA but I’m having trouble with Mary and the saints. To be Catholic do we need to pray to Mary and the saints?
    • 20:30 – How do I respond to the claim that Catholics focus on religion and don’t have a relationship with Jesus?
    • 43:15 – I just returned to the Faith and my son isn’t Catholic. How do I explain F.r James Martin giving the sacraments to two gay men?
    • 52:00 – I’m coming into the Church. What does ‘confessing your sins to one another’ mean? My non-Catholic uncle raised the objection?
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  • #12465 Richard Dawkins Shook My Faith – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Joe Heschmeyer
    Nov 19 2025

    “Richard Dawkins Shook My Faith” This episode addresses concerns about doubt and belief, offering clarity on how to navigate challenges to your faith. Additionally, we explore how Jesus is the son of David and delve into the topic of papal succession, tracing the lineage from Peter to the current pope.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 06:55 – I just discovered Richard Dawkins and it has really shaken me. Can you help?
    • 34:00 – My protestant friend asked me this. How is Jesus the son of David?
    • 49:20 – Papal succession. How do you go from Peter to the current pope? Where do you see the beginning of the lineage?
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  • #12464 Can We Hire Psychics for Missing Persons and Other Teachings? - Karlo Broussard
    Nov 19 2025

    “Can we hire psychics for missing persons?” This episode explores the Church’s stance on seeking psychic help, addressing whether this teaching stems from Jesus or the catechism. Additionally, we delve into Aquinas’ views on predestination versus Calvin’s, the implications of a new document on Mary, and the fate of souls at the Second Coming.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 01:52 – A priest told me that we should never hire a psychic to find a missing person. Is this a teaching directly from Jesus or does it come from the catechism?
    • 14:42 – How does Aquinas’ view on predestination differ from Calvin’s?
    • 29:33 – Can you clarify what this new document on Mary means?
    • 38:30 – If Jesus comes tomorrow, what happens to the souls in purgatory and the souls on earth who are in friendship with Christ but have the stain of sin?
    • 45:07 – What are the logical arguments for affirming that Jesus was who he said he was?
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  • #12463 Does Purgatory Undermine Jesus’ Sacrifice? Eucharist and Salvation - Karlo Broussard
    Nov 18 2025

    “Does Purgatory Undermine Jesus’ Sacrifice?” This episode explores the relationship between Jesus’ sacrifice and the concept of purgatory, addressing whether it diminishes His atonement. Additionally, we delve into questions about the nature of salvation, the significance of the Eucharist, and the practices surrounding communion and adoration.

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    Questions Covered:

    • 05:45 – If Jesus’ death on the cross was sufficient to take away all sin, and all the punishment for sin, then why would anyone need to suffer for sins after death, like in purgatory? Wouldn’t purgatory be an insult to what Jesus already accomplished?
    • 19:24 – I think Catholicism preaches a different Jesus and a different salvation. Specific issue about salvation on eternal security?
    • 34:40 – Is the Eucharist the end all be all?
    • 47:17 – Why can’t the soul in purgatory pray for themselves?
    • 51:49 – Where does the practice of kneeling for communion come from and where did adoration come from?
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