Catholic Answers Live

Questions Covered: 01:55 – Is the unborn child a human being? 14:10 – Pregnant women need support from a committed man. 17:10 – Abortion solves problems for men who want to behave badly. 29:45 – When life begins 46:21 – The Pope Francis pro-life position

“When did the practice of Eucharistic adoration start?” This question opens a discussion on the historical roots of this cherished devotion, alongside inquiries about the nature of the Eucharist on Holy Thursday, the nuances of language in John 6 regarding the act of eating, and the significance of the Eucharist as a sacrifice. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:34 – When did the practice of Eucharistic adoration start? 13:35 – Is the Eucharist given on Holy Thursday the same as what we have at Mass now? Because on Holy Thursday he had not yet died and risen, so how could it be the same? 17:23 – If John 6 uses two different words for eat, on of which indicates chewing or gnawing, why don’t we see that in the English translations? 29:23 – The English word “this” in the words of institution seems vague to me. Why isn’t there a more specific word? Shouldn’t the words indicate exactly what “this” is? 36:29 – Can you explain the importance of the Eucharist as a sacrifice? 45:40 – Wouldn’t Jesus’ body have to be omnipresent to be able to be really present at Masses all around the world? I read this question in the book “Reasoning from the Scriptures with Catholics” and am wondering how to answer. 51:48 – Why do some parishes not distribute the blood of Jesus at Communion?

“How is Jesus present in the Eucharist?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of Christ’s presence in the sacrament, addressing concerns about cannibalism and the essence of communion. Other topics include the implications for Anglicans considering Catholicism and the differing beliefs about the Eucharist among Protestants. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:24 – How is Jesus present in the eucharist? 15:37 – How is the Eucharist not cannibalism? I find that typically the answer is: it’s not cannibalism because it’s not destructive. My problem with that is destructiveness is not inherent in the definition of cannibalism. Cannibalism is eating another person, which is what we are doing. Did we just invent another definition for cannibalism so that we can say we aren’t doing it? 29:59 – I grew up Anglican and am looking into Catholicism. I go to Anglican service with my Grandma. If I believe in the Catholic view of the Eucharist, but I’m not Catholic, should I stop receiving communion in the Anglican church? I’m worried how my grandma would react to that. 35:24 – Do Protestants who believe in some kind of eucharistic presence not really have the Real Presence because they don’t have the Catholic sacramental priesthood? 45:20 – How is it that the Eucharist is really Jesus when most Protestants believe it’s just a symbol? 49:16 – If Christ wanted to ensure belief in the Eucharist he chose an almost maximally ambiguous form, why do you think God allowed that ambiguity instead of clarity?

Dr. Ray Guarendi, a Catholic author and parenting expert, dives into the complexities of sibling rivalry and discipline strategies. He discusses how to define gentle parenting and when it often falls short. Guarendi offers practical advice for managing a strong-willed toddler and suggests realistic consequences for bedtime to quell nightly battles. He also addresses how couples can navigate disagreements on discipline methods, emphasizing consistency and clear house rules. Throughout, he shares insights from his book, Drama-Free Discipline.

Ben Bollinger, a convert from Eastern Orthodoxy and a writer focusing on Catholic-Eastern Orthodox relations, delves into the complexities of papal authority as outlined in Vatican I. He discusses how this council draws on ancient teachings and traces its roots to Peter's role. The 1995 Vatican clarification on the filioque and its implications are examined, alongside beneficial practices Catholics might adopt from Orthodoxy, like reverent liturgy. He also addresses the Orthodox rejection of the Immaculate Conception and highlights the differences in views on contraception.

“Does God Change If Jesus Changed?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of divine will and the role of prayer, alongside inquiries about the potential for repentance after death and the spiritual roles of women in the Church. Other topics include the implications of civil marriage for Catholics and the necessity of Mary’s immaculate conception in relation to original sin. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:37 – At what point when someone passes away would God allow repentance if someone passes away if they are incapacitated? 15:05 – Why are we supposed to pray if it just comes down to God’s will anyway? 18:32 – What kinds of roles women have as spiritual mothers of the Church just like priests have specific roles as spiritual fathers. 24:16 – How is it possible to believe that God does not change If Jesus changed quite a bit especially during his time on earth? 41:46 – If two Catholics are civilly married, would that be considered adultery or fornication? If they divorce, what does that mean spiritually for those individuals? 49:23 – If Mary could have been immaculately conceived then why could Jesus not be affected by Mary’s original sin? Why was it necessary for Mary to be immaculately conceived?

“Why does God allow evil?” This question challenges many, and Christian philosophers have offered various responses. Additionally, the discussion touches on the nature of the spirit and its consciousness, the concept of apostolic succession and its documentation, and how to articulate the differences in understanding the Eucharist to those unfamiliar with it. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:30 – Atheists often argue that evil is evidence against God. If God were all-good, they argue, then no evil would exist. Christian philosophers have given a plethora of responses to this objection. But I was wondering how would Dr. Karlo respond. 15:21 – What is the spirit? What does the Church teach about this and does it teach whether the spirit is conscious? 21:23 – Apostolic succession. Which document shows this unbroken line of papal succession? How could you prove this to a protestant? 36:32 – I’m in RCIA. How do I explain the differences in understanding of the eucharist to someone who is not familiar with it? 47:20 – Regarding God’s omniscience. Is there ever a point where God knows everything we will do before he creates us?

“What did Jesus know as a child?” This question opens a discussion about the human experience of Jesus, including insights into what he might have understood at a young age. The conversation also touches on the distinctions between preternatural and supernatural phenomena, as well as the nature of original sin and its implications for humanity. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 10:54 – What did the human Jesus know when he was 5 or 10 years old? 18:30 – Could you explain the differences between preternatural and supernatural? 28:46 – Can demons enter or possess rocks if you put them in a glass jar under the moon during some moon phases? 39:04 – If the serpent in the garden tempting Adam and Eve is figurative, then how did original sin enter humanity? 43:35 – Have you become more of a believer in the Fatima apparition or more skeptical? 50:38 – What is the view of God’s love for us? Is it unconditional love?

“How do we prove that we have a soul?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of our existence, alongside insights into how mortal and venial sins impact our souls and the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Additionally, the conversation touches on the creation of angels and the complexities surrounding infant baptism and original sin. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:40 – How do we prove that we have a soul? 19:17 – How do mortal sin and venial sin affect our soul? How does the Holy Spirit help with that? 23:36 – Are there new angels being created all the time or are there a finite amount? Can they at any time become a demon? 45:47 – I’m LDS and we don’t believe in infant baptism. The CC says it respects the dignity of all life, but also claims that all humans have original sins. I see this as a contradiction. How do you reconcile that?

Tom Nash, a Catholic apologist and theologian, dives deep into questions about morality, mental health, and the Church's teachings. He addresses a poignant inquiry regarding the morality of stopping medication and its implications for suicide and hell. The discussion explores the significance of ad orientum worship in Duluth, the biblical context of violence, and how the Church navigates these complex issues. Nash further examines the role of AI in everyday life, emphasizing its use as a supportive tool while maintaining moral authority with the Church.