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Catholic Answers Live
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Catholic Answers LIVE is a daily, call-in radio program of Catholic apologetics and evangelization airing live from 6-8 pm ET.
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#12820 Do Catholics Believe in the Rapture? Antichrist and Darkness - Jimmy Akin
2w agoTap to summarize“Do Catholics believe in the rapture?” This question opens a discussion on Catholic eschatology, addressing where the idea of the rapture originated and its connection to dispensationalism. The conversation also touches on the Illumination of Conscience, the concept of the Antichrist, and the significance of the mark of the beast, providing a comprehensive look at these intriguing topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:30 – Do Catholics believe in the rapture? 15:07 – Where did the idea of the Rapture come from? 16:26 – What is dispensationalism, and is it ancient or a modern invention? 21:10 – What is the Illumination of Conscience (or “the Warning”)? What is it, and when might it happen? 29:10 – The Three Days of Darkness—what is it, and does the Church require belief in it? 34:29 – What—or who—is the Antichrist? 44:50 – What does “666,” the mark of the beast, actually mean? 51:25 – As Catholics, what are we supposed to do with all this? Should we be afraid?
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#12819 Are We Living in the End Times? Signs and Revelation - Jimmy Akin
2w agoTap to summarize“Are we living in the end times right now—the ‘last days’?” This question opens a discussion on the signs that may precede Jesus’ return, alongside insights into Catholic beliefs about the Book of Revelation and whether Jesus got the end-of-the-world prophecies wrong. The conversation covers a range of perspectives on these significant topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:59 – Are we living in the end times right now—the “last days”? 14:40 – What are the signs that will precede the return of Jesus? 34:58 – What do Catholics believe about the Book of Revelation? Is it a coded timeline of the future? 48:00 – Did Jesus Get the End-of-the-World Prophecies Wrong?
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#12818 Why Follow Church Sexual Ethics? Authority and Birth Control - Tim Staples
3w agoTap to summarize“Why is it necessary to follow the Church’s sexual ethics?” This question opens a discussion on the Church’s role in personal morality, addressing concerns about authority and its relevance in private life. Other topics include the differing views on birth control among Protestants and the canonical processes for those engaged in SSPX chapels. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:44 – Why is it necessary to follow the Church Sexual ethics? Why is the Church in my bedroom? 13:47 – Why don’t protestants think birth control is immoral? 29:16 – I got engaged in February and I am a parishioner of an SSPX chapel. I do not have schismatic intent and wondering if there is a canonical process for a situation like mine? 36:40 – To get conversation going I play trivia with people. I ask them about the last supper, then proceed to ask about the last breakfast and last lunch. Do you think this is a good approach to evangelize? 43:50 – How do we know the apostles gave their authority to their successors?
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#12817 Why Trust God When He Doesn’t Answer Prayers? Faith and Hope - Marcus Peter
3w agoTap to summarize“Why trust God when He doesn’t answer prayers?” This question opens a discussion on faith and hope amidst silence. Other topics include guidance for those entering Catholicism and the challenges of parenting after separation, as well as navigating personal barriers in pursuing God’s work. Each question reflects the complexities of faith in everyday life. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:00 – Why should we have faith in God’s promises when he often doesn’t answer our prayers? 16:12 – I’m on my way to becoming Catholic. I have a desire to get into apologetics. Not sure how I listen to God through this. Advice? 30:03 – My wife has left me and 3 kids. Am I leading astray by guiding them to pray and hope that mom will return? 36:23 – I want to continue the work God started in me but every time I start working towards it, barriers always come up. What do you recommend I do? 39:54 – What do you think of Phil. 1:6 in light of our journey from start to finish?
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#12816 Why Young People Should Still Aspire to Parenthood and Partnership - Joe Heschmeyer
3w agoTap to summarizeDespite declining fertility rates, many young individuals still hold onto these aspirations of parenthood. Some find this shocking. Additionally, the discussion touches on what Pope Leo might consider for his next encyclical, highlighting the evolving nature of family and faith in contemporary society. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:45 – Even as Fertility Rates Drop, Young Still Aspire to Partnership and Parenthood, UN Report Shows 28:35 – What Should Pope Leo Do for His Next Encyclical?
Transcribe →#12815 Does the World Really Need More Silence? Rudeness and AI - Joe Heschmeyer
3w agoTap to summarize“Does the world really need more silence?” This question opens a discussion on the importance of quiet in our lives, alongside insights on navigating rudeness in an increasingly digital age. The conversation also touches on the surprising stance of Catholic Answers regarding piano and the implications of Norway’s near ban on AI in elementary schools. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:15 – Does the world really need more silence? 16:00 – How Not to Be Rude in 2026 34:55 – Catholic Answers Comes Out Against Piano 49:00 – Norway Imposes Near Ban on AI in Elementary School
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#12814 What Did the Early Church Believe About the Eucharist and Sin? - Jimmy Akin
3w agoTap to summarize“What did the early church believe about the Eucharist?” This question opens a discussion on foundational beliefs, while also addressing the serious implications of Church teaching on moral responsibilities, such as the obligation to care for those in need, and the perceived disparities in how the Church treats traditional versus liberal interpretations of faith. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:45 – What did the early church believe about the Eucharist? 16:23 – The Catechism says it’s a mortal sin to let a child die of starvation if you have the financial means to feed them. I don’t know anyone who does this. Is this really Church teaching? 32:40 – Why does it seem that the Church is coming down unfairly on those who hold a more orthodox/traditional stance of church teaching and allows those who take a more liberal take on the faith run freely?
Transcribe →#12813 Why Women Can’t Be Priests – LGBTQ Views and Apologetics - Emily Dinneny
3w agoTap to summarize“Why can’t women be priests?” This question opens a discussion on the role of women in the Church, alongside inquiries about how transgender individuals can feel welcomed in Catholicism and the negative perceptions of the Church within the LGBTQ community. Additional topics include defending the Immaculate Conception and addressing marriage preparation with unmarried priests. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:13 – Why can’t women be priests? 12:25 – How does a transgender person feel welcomed in the Catholic Church? 20:35 – Why is there such a negative view of Catholicism among the LGBTQ community? 30:20 – What advice do you recommend to defend the Immaculate Conception? 41:12 – How do I explain to someone why we have to go to a priest, who will never be married, to take marriage preparation classes? 45:54 – How do I respond to fellow practicing Catholics who agree on all teaching except for the teachings on homosexuality because they have family with same-sex attractions?
Transcribe →#12812 Where Is Apostolic Succession in the Bible? Bishops and Clergy - Ben Bollinger
3w agoTap to summarize“Where is apostolic succession in the Bible?” This question opens a discussion on the biblical foundations of church leadership, alongside inquiries about the celibacy of bishops and priests, the distinctions between ordination and consecration, and the roles of different levels of clergy. Each topic sheds light on the structure and traditions of the Catholic Church. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:09 – Where is apostolic Succession in the bible? 17:39 – Why did the Catholic Church decide to have bishops and priests be celibate, especially when that wasn’t the case with the first pope? 28:45 – What is the difference between ordination and consecration? I hear about priests being ordained and bishops being consecrated. Is there a difference? 36:30 – The Levels of clergy and what each of them do 43:25 – If any Catholic male can be a pope, but they first must be made a bishop, does that mean they skip being a priest?
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#12811 Can We Lose Our Salvation? Catholic Views on Faith and Grace - Brayden Cook
3w agoTap to summarize“Can we lose our salvation?” This question opens a discussion on the Catholic understanding of faith and grace, addressing concerns about the nature of salvation. Other topics include the idea of being saved and lost repeatedly, responses to claims about prophecy and salvation, and the implications of Matthew 7:21-23 for believers. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:00 – Can we lose our salvation? 06:15 – Are we just saved and lost over and over again? How do Catholics view this? How does it work in the day to day? 16:00 – My brother is talking to his protestant friend who claimed you lose your salvation if you don’t accept the prophecy from a current pastor. How does one respond to that? 22:00 – I’m a convert, what does salvation mean from the Catholic position? 31:22 – I’m protestant and believe you can not lose your salvation. Missing sunday service doesn’t cause you to lose salvation. 50:45 – Regarding Matthew 7:21-23 Not everyone who says Lord, Lord… What does this quote mean for salvation?
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