What is Charity? Why do we need to have charity with everyone? Should we love everyone?
Resources:
Matthew 5:43-48, Matthew 22:34-40, John 15:9-10, 1 Corinthians 13
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1813, 1822
In this episode we will cover:
Why sin is bad
How we can get past our sin
How to heal our relationship with God and others
References:
Psalm 51, Matthew 22:37-40, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Galatians 5:19-26
Catechism of the Catholic Church paragraphs 1849, 1855, 1857, 1862, 1863
The Fathers Know Best, Jimmy Akin
Just a reflection on the last couple of weeks and what we need to do in the next couple of years (hint: get closer to God!).
Wishing all our listeners a Merry Christmas and giving a short update!
Reflection on the readings for the Third Sunday of Advent.
Readings:
Isaiah 61:1-2A, 10-11
1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
John 1:6-8, 19-28
What is Advent? Why is it important? Reflecting on the readings for the Second Week of Advent. Also discuss some ways to prepare during Advent.
Readings for Sunday:
Isaiah 40:1-5,9-11
Psalm 85: 9-14
2 Peter 3:8-14
Mark 1:1-8
Why do most Christians worship on Sunday? Why do some worship on Saturday? We explore the reasoning behind both (a bit).
Resources:
Exodus 20: 8-11, Matthew 5:17, John 20
Catechism of the Catholic Church paragraph 2190
The Fathers Know Best, Jimmy Akin
Why the Pope? What is so important about the Pope?
Resources:
Matthew 16: 13-20, John 21: 15-19
Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 880
The Fathers Know Best, Jimmy Akin
The Papacy, Catholic Answers (20 Answers series)
The Last of our Sacrament exploration is Marriage. What is Christian Marriage? Why are Christians so defending of marriage.
Resources:
Matthew 19:3-12, Ephesians 5:21-33
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1621, 2380-2391
Canon Law 1115
The Fathers Know Best by Jimmy Akin
Familiaris Consortio, John Paul II, paragraph 56
What is Holy Orders? Why does the Catholic Church have Holy Orders? We also have an interview with Fr. Dan Molochko of the Diocese of Richmond to give us some insight about priesthood.
References:
Hebrews 5:1-10, Titus 1:5-9
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1121, 1536, 1565
"The Fathers Know Best" Jimmy Akin
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What is Anointing of the Sick? Why do Catholics think it is important?
Resources:
Exodus 15:26, Mark 10:46-52, Luke 13:10-17, James 5:14-15
Catechism of the Catholic Church paragraph 1504, 1527
Summa Theologiae, St Thomas Aquinas, Supplement, Question 29, Article 1
Why do Catholics go to Confession? Why is Penance important?
References:
Mark 2:5,7,10
Catechism of the Catholic Church paragraphs 1855, 1857, 1862
Summa Theologiae, St Thomas Aquinas, Third Part, Question 86, Article 2
The Fathers Know Best, Jimmy Akin.
What is Confirmation? Where does it come from?
References:
The Fathers Know Best, Jimmy Akin (https://www.amazon.com/Fathers-Know-Best-Essential-Teachings/dp/1933919345)
Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 1212, 1285, 1303
Acts: 8:14-17
Acts 19:6
What is the Eucharist? Why is it so important to the Catholic faith?
References:
Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 1324, 1391
John 6:22-71, Luke 22:14-23, Mark 14:22-25, Matthew 26:26-29
Summa Theologiae, St. Thomas Aquinas, 3rd Part, Question 75, Article 5 (https://www.newadvent.org/summa/4075.htm#article5)
What is Baptism? Why is it so important to our faith journey?
What are the Sacraments? Why are they so important?
Let's talk about prayer!
Why do we call Mary Mother of God?
What is the communion of saints?
We explore the Church. What is the Church? Where did it come from?