#12416 Responding to Attacks on the Papacy – Why Aren’t You Catholic? - Joe Heschmeyer
“Responding to Attacks on the Papacy” This episode explores the role of the pope in the Catholic Church, addressing questions like the implications of priest celibacy in light of 1 Timothy 3 and the reasoning behind Timothy’s circumcision by Paul. Additionally, we delve into the Church’s stance on alcohol and its interpretation of love in Romans.
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Questions Covered:
02:34 – I’m not Catholic because I don’t believe that the pope holds Peter’s office.
21:06 – What are your thoughts on priest celibacy in light of 1 Tim. 3?
30:24 – If Paul was sent to the Gentile, why did he have Timothy circumcised?
33:07 – Why is alcohol permitted in the Catholic Church?
43:55 – How do Catholics understand Paul in Romans saying love is the fulfillment of the law? Is Paul solely referring to Jewish customs?
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#12415 How To Respond to “Catholics Oppose Science” - Joe Heschmeyer
“How To Respond to ‘Catholics Oppose Science'” This episode tackles the perception that the Catholic Church opposes progress, addressing historical issues like Galileo and monarchies.
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Questions Covered:
03:59 – What do you say to the person who says they are not Catholic because the Catholic Church has always opposed progress and they give you a smorgasbord of reasons? Galileo, Jews in Ghettos, siding with Kings and Queens in the age of democracy, not letting women be priests, etc…
11:00 – I’m going to a protestant apologetics conference this Friday. What questions should I ask Wes Huff while I’m there?
17:23 – I’m Protestant. If two Catholics fall away from the Church and get married outside the Catholic Church, are they considered fornicators?
41:13 – My husband is a Baptist. Would 2 Peter 2:4 help with helping explain losing one’s salvation?
51:55 – Doesn’t it seem like Protestants almost view baptism like confirmation?
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#12414 The Future of Catholic Education w/ Dr. Darin Lovelace - Darin Lovelace
“The Future of Catholic Education” This episode explores the vital role of parents in their children’s education, especially in Catholic schools. We also tackle concerns about the fairness of classical education in Catholic versus public schools, and how to advocate for a strong Catholic curriculum amidst changing educational standards.
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Questions Covered:
19:01 – I’m in my second year of teaching at a Catholic school. What does it mean that parents are the primary educators of their children when they outsource their education to us, especially as the kids get older?
25:00 – Isn’t it unfair for only Catholic schools to have classical education while public schools suffer with literacy rate plummet?
30:44 – My kids go to Catholic school. The new curriculum is bad. How do I advocate for a good Catholic curriculum?
35:56 – Why do Catholic schools allow people who oppose Church teaching to speak at their schools?
43:06 – Are there checks and balances in making sure that what’s being taught in the classroom is in line with Church teaching?
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#12413 How Did We Come to a Crisis of Identity? - Angela Franks
“What led to our current crisis of identity?” In this episode, we explore the complexities of identity in today’s society, touching on topics such as the experiences of LGBTQ individuals and the political landscape surrounding these issues. We also discuss how religious orders are addressing the needs of those facing identity crises, providing a comprehensive look at this pressing topic.
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Questions Covered:
04:06 – How did we come to a crisis of Identity?
30:34 – I’m a gay person, thank you for focusing on who not what.
36:30 – How do you make sense of all of this and the politics behind it?
50:25 – Is there any religious order talking about how to minister to people suffering through an identity crisis?
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#12412 Every Objection to The Papacy Answered – Part 2 - Joe Heschmeyer
“Every Objection to The Papacy Answered” This episode dives into the role of Peter and the significance of Rome in the context of papal authority. Explore questions like whether the Bible indicates Peter’s presence in Rome and how 1 Peter 5:13 supports this claim, along with discussions on the implications of Paul rebuking Peter and the nature of papal fallibility.
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Questions Covered:
03:00 – Is the papacy unbiblical or a temporary office?
07:30 – Does the Bible ever say Peter went to Rome?
11:30 – How does 1 Peter 5:13 support Peter’s presence in Rome?
14:30 – Did Peter and Paul really found the church in Rome together?
16:30 – Does Paul rebuking Peter disprove papal authority?
19:30 – Can a pope be fallible or rebuked for his actions?
23:00 – Is the real Protestant objection that we don’t need structure, sacraments, or hierarchy?
25:30 – What does the temple veil really mean for Christian worship?
29:00 – If Jesus is the only mediator, why do we have priests or popes?
32:30 – Does the Eucharist show that Christian priesthood is still valid?
36:00 – What’s the real difference between Catholicism and Orthodoxy on the papacy?
39:30 – Is the Pope really just “first among equals”?
42:00 – What does Irenaeus say about Rome’s authority and apostolic succession?
45:00 – Did Pope John Paul II suggest the papacy could look different in the future?
47:30 – Is the complexity of the modern papacy a sign of corruption or growth?
50:00 – Does celibacy contradict Peter’s example?
53:00 – Was Peter actually married during his apostleship?
55:00 – Is the Pope the Antichrist and the Church the Whore of Babylon?
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