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“How can the Early Church guide you to becoming Catholic?” This question opens a discussion on the foundational teachings and traditions that shape Catholic faith today. Additionally, the conversation touches on why pro-choice Catholics are allowed to receive communion and the generational divide in perspectives among Catholics, particularly regarding the reverence of Gen Z.

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Questions Covered:

04:08 – How can the Early Church guide people to becoming Catholic?

15:35 – I’m a revert. Why do priests, bishops, cardinals allow pro choice Catholics receive communion?

35:52 – I notice a generational divide among Catholics . The older generation tends to look down upon Gen Z Catholics even though they tend to be more reverent and faithful to Christ and the Church.

“Why should a Baptist consider Catholicism?” This question opens a discussion on the faith’s appeal, especially for those navigating complex issues like divorce and remarriage. Other topics include addressing anti-Catholic sentiments from neighbors and clarifying misconceptions about the Church’s origins. The conversation also touches on personal journeys of faith and the challenges of differing beliefs within families.

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Questions Covered:

02:41 – Why Should a Baptist Consider Catholicism?

04:59 – I grew up Baptist and am now considering Catholicism. But I’m not Catholic because I’m divorced and remarried.

14:33 – I’m a catechumen. My neighbor is Anti-Catholic and claims the Church is from King Nimrod and not from Christ. How do I steer him to a proper understanding of Catholicism?

25:05 – I spoke to an SSPX priest who claimed the Catholic Church was within the church of God but not the Church of God. How do you respond to this?

40:32 – I’m becoming Catholic, but my wife is not. How do you respond when someone concedes that the early church did look Catholic, but it doesn’t matter since they’ve already received the fruits of Christianity?

47:10 – I’m no longer Catholic. I don’t understand why so many religions say that their way is the only way. Why go back to the Catholic Church? Something inside of me wants to go back but I don’t want to.

“How do we worship the same God as Muslims?” This question opens a discussion on the theological connections and differences between Christianity and Islam. Additionally, the episode addresses why some Protestants might struggle with the concept of the Eucharist, the appropriateness of shielding children from secular media, and the Catholic understanding of salvation beyond faith alone.

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Questions Covered:

02:13 – How do you explain to protestant why God wants us to eat him?

17:53 – Is it overboard to shield kids from secular media like animated movies such as Madagascar?

19:10 – Is it overboard to shield kids from secular media like animated movies such as Madagascar?

24:06 – A friend told me that if you accept Jesus as your savior you are saved but we Catholics believe there’s a few more things we need to do. Why would God prevent us from going to heaven if we don’t do those extra things?

42:06 – Can you explain to me how it is that we worship the same God as Muslims if they reject the Trinity?

47:52 – I have family who used IVF and conceived children. Is this something that’s forgivable since it has already resulted in children who I love very much?

52:04 – Are Mary’s Assumption and sinlessness found in the bible?

“How do we know right from wrong?” This question opens a discussion on morality, free will, and salvation, addressing the complexities of ethical understanding. Additional topics include the Catholic perspective on salvation and evangelization in relation to Protestant beliefs, as well as personal faith journeys and theological concepts like the hypostatic union.

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Questions Covered:

03:35 – How do we know right from wrong?

19:08 – My sister and brother-in-law are protestant. They were on a retreat where they were told a select group of people who were chosen to be saved while the rest of us have free will, thus the need to evangelize. What’s the Catholic position on this point?

34:00 – I was confirmed at 16 and fell away for 20 years. I don’t feel like I was confirmed because I wasn’t a true believer. What can I do now that I am a true believer?

37:54 – Can you explain the hypostatic union and the Nestorian heresy?

45:57 – How do you know Martin Luther wasn’t right in the Reformation?

“Are Eucharistic beliefs just medieval superstition?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of Transubstantiation and its significance in Catholic faith. Additional topics include the appropriateness of receiving the Eucharist in the hand, the validity of communion in other churches, and the conversion process for those drawn to Catholicism.

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Questions Covered:

00:45 – Are Eucharistic beliefs such as Transubstantiation just medieval superstition or sophistry?

16:09 – I’ve heard it argued that its improper to receive the Eucharist on the hand. Is this true?

21:14 – My faith side believes but my logical/ protestant side makes me not one to accept. Where do we hear Jesus in the bible that Jesus makes this into his body and not just us wanting to do it as a remembrance?

29:21 – Why isn’t communion valid in other churches except for us and the Orthodox?

34:02 – I’m convinced by Catholicism but I still live with my parents. What’s the conversion process?

39:29 – Is there a medical problem if a person with Celiac takes a host? If it’s changed will it negatively affect them?

44:32 – Is it true that the apostles had a meal before receiving the eucharist? If so, why do we have to fast before receiving communion?

46:53 – I’m a former baptist minister. Do I have to go to confession before going to communion?