#12240 Doctrinal Development vs. Public Revelation: What the Church Really Teaches - Jimmy Akin
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we explore key questions about Catholic doctrine and Scripture. Topics include the Church’s teaching on Purgatory, the meaning of “under the earth” in Scripture, and Pope St. John Paul II’s quote on free will and the greater good. Jimmy discusses who the Church Fathers are and how to read them, how doctrinal development fits with the end of public revelation, and biblical support for the resurrection of the dead and Christ’s second coming. He also addresses whether a priest can deny communion to someone kneeling and whether baptism removes both sin and attachment to sin.
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Questions Covered:
03:00 – What is the Catholic teaching on Purgatory, and is there a “middle space” between Heaven and Hell for souls?
12:52 – In the verse “every knee shall bend… under the earth,” what does “under the earth” refer to—could it mean Hell?
20:49 – How should one understand Pope St. John Paul II’s quote: “The greater good is maintained when someone uses his freedom wrongly than when he is forced to do what is good”?
28:45 – Who are the Church Fathers, and how can someone begin reading them alongside Scripture for deeper understanding?
32:30 – How can the Church’s claim that public revelation has ceased be reconciled with the idea that doctrine continues to develop?
41:58 – What Bible verses support the Catholic teachings on the resurrection of the dead and the second coming of Christ?
49:26 – Is it within a priest’s authority to deny communion to someone who chooses to receive kneeling?
52:51 – Does the sacrament of baptism remove not only sin but also attachment to sin?
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#12239 Did Martin Luther seek Self-Justification? Catholic Perspective on the Reformation - Jimmy Akin
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Jimmy Akin and Cy discuss what someone in the annulment process must do before entering the Church through OCIA, and examine how Sola Scriptura and a priori syllogisms relate to Anglican apologetics. They explore how to discern messages from angels, and whether Spock’s sacrifice in Star Trek reflects John 15:13. Other questions include whether Martin Luther sought self-justification, and how to respond to criticisms of Catholic parish events like gambling nights.
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Questions Covered:
05:15 – What must someone do regarding their current marriage if they are in the annulment process, remarried, and preparing to enter the Church through OCIA?
15:25 – How does Sola Scriptura relate to a priori syllogisms in the context of Anglican apologetics?
23:07 – What is the proper way to discern signs and messages from angels according to Catholic teaching?
35:10 – In Star Trek, Spock sacrifices his life for Captain Pike. Is this an example of John 15:13 in action?
40:38 – Was Martin Luther ultimately motivated by a desire for self-justification?
47:49 – How should Catholics respond to criticism about past parish events like gambling or casino nights being seen as hypocritical?
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#12238 Can You Divide Ashes? Catholic Teaching on Relics, Cremation, and Organ Donation - Tim Staples
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Tim Staples answers questions about Catholic teaching and practice. Topics include the Church’s position on dividing ashes, relics, and organ donation, and the meaning of a line from the “Golden Arrow” prayer. A caller asks why some OCIA participants still struggle with Marian dogmas. We also explore whether Jesus had a middle or last name, what to do during Eucharistic adoration if the fire alarm goes off, and whether downloading copyrighted material is morally acceptable. Finally, he explains the Church’s view of The Mystical City of God by Mary of Ágreda.
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Questions Covered:
3:29 – What is the Church’s teaching on the dividing up and spreading of ashes as to the distribution of relics or organ donation?
19:44 – The “Golden Arrow” prayer has a line spoken from the Lord, which states, “Be careful to utilize this grace because I demand an account of it from you.” What is meant by this?
29:40 – My friend completed OCIA and still will not accept Marian dogmas.
40:35 – Did Jesus have a middle and last name?
43:44 – What to do during adoration if the fire alarm sounds?
45:29 – Is copyright morally binding. If I find a pdf / video / music online but cannot find it anywhere else, can I download it?
51:20 – Is the book Mystical City of God by Mary Jesus of Agreda Catholic?
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#12237 The Eucharist: Sacrifice, OCIA, and Public Witness and more - null
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Adrian Lawson from the YouTube channel Sips with Serra, joins CY to discuss the growing appeal of the Catholic Church among young people—has the Church changed, or has the culture shifted? A caller enrolled in OCIA asks why we receive the Eucharist by eating it, and how that connects us to Christ’s sacrifice. They also address the Eucharistic Congress and recent protests surrounding it, offering a Catholic perspective on public witness and reverence for the Blessed Sacrament.
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Questions Covered:
30:19 – What has changed to make the Catholic Church more appealing to young people? Has the church changed or American culture?
34:23 – I’m signed up for OCIA, and I am curious to why we eat the Eucharist as the mode of receiving and participating in Christ’s sacrifice?
47:10 – What are your thoughts on the Eucharistic congress and the disruptive protesters following it?
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#12236 Catholic Help for Addiction, Faith-Based Recovery That Works - Scott Weeman
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we explore faith-based approaches to addiction and healing with Scott Weeman, founder of, Catholics in Recovery. Listeners ask how to find Catholic support groups, whether addiction to spending money can destroy relationships, and if those with mental health diagnoses like schizoaffective disorder can benefit from Catholic recovery programs. We also discuss the role of the sacraments in healing, how to balance recovery with public speaking, and how to reach a college-age son struggling with marijuana use. Discover real-life stories of healing and how Catholics in Recovery supports those battling addiction through Catholic teaching and community.
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Questions Covered:
09:06 – I’ve been battling many addictions for decades. I’ve been desperate to find a Catholic support group. I’m in a group that is celebrating pride month so it’s not really for me. How can I get plugged in to Catholic in Recovery?
15:51 – Do you see a problem in addiction to spending money? In my opinion an addiction to money ruined my first marriage.
21:20 – I had traumas in relationships at age 17. Now I’m 64 and I’ve been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. I’m being treated but not sure it’s enough. Could Catholic in Recovery have something for me?
29:04 – I came back to the Church last December and I’ve been in AA for years. This is the first time I’ve heard of Catholic in Recovery. Can you tell me more about it?
37:02 – How does someone get involved in Catholic in Recovery? I’ve been sober for a year and God has healed me so much through the sacraments.
43:26 – How do you manage your recovery and public speaking? I know that one of the AA principles is not speaking on behalf of AA. I’ve done public speaking and I’ve also crashed horribly in addiction.
51:29 – My son is into smoking marijuana. He gets very angry and will not listen. Any advice on how we try to reach him? He is a junior in college and lives with us.
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