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“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.

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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?

“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.

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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?

“Why do Catholics believe in no divorce when Jesus says that there is an exception for sexual immorality?” This question opens a discussion on the Church’s teachings about marriage, alongside inquiries about the idea of the gift of tears experienced during Mass, the implications of Bishop Gasser’s relatio on doctrinal decisions, and the validity of baptisms in diverse church contexts.

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Questions Covered:

00:01 – Why do Catholics believe in no divorce when Jesus says that there is an exception for sexual immorality?

14:48 – Is the gift of tears real? I had an experience of crying for no reason at Pentecost Mass this year?

28:40 – Does Bishop Gasser’s relatio necessitate many ex cathedra doctrinal decisions in the past?

40:58 – I grew up in a oneness church, where some believed in the Trinity; others did not. For baptism, if the two people in the church involved in the baptism believed in the Trinity and baptized in the trinitarian formula, would that baptism be valid?

45:25 – If we hold Mary to be the most exalted creature, how do we handle Matthew 11:11 that says no one born of woman is greater than John the Baptist?

“What is schism and heresy?” These concepts are explored alongside questions about the nature of sin and forgiveness, including how a priest forgives sins. The discussion also touches on the implications of making a slasher movie, the fate of souls after death, and the role of guardian angels, providing a comprehensive look at these important topics.

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Questions Covered:

02:15 – What is Schism and Heresy?

18:23 – Is it objective grave matter to make a slasher movie?

30:30 – How does it work for a priest to forgive sins?

32:35 – My atheist friend is asking where are people who have died? If Christ hasn’t come to judge yet then they couldn’t be in heaven or hell.

38:30 – Would it be a stretch to say that Saint Paul might have wrote the first few chapters of Hebrews, with one of his followers finishing it after he was executed?

46:15 – What happens to your guardian angel when you die?

49:13 – Why do Catholics believe in no divorce when Jesus says that there is an exception for sexual immorality?

“Are we transported to the Cross at every Mass?” This question opens a discussion about the profound connection between the Eucharist and Christ’s sacrifice. The conversation also addresses whether the SSPX can consecrate bishops without approval, the meaning of the word “Mass,” and a simple explanation of consecration for those seeking clarity.

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Questions Covered:

01:40 – Are we literally transported at the foot of the cross at mass?

14:20 – Is it true that the SSPX should be able to consecrate bishops without approval because that’s how it was done before Vatican II?

25:00 – What does the word Mass mean?

36:18 – I struggle with understanding what the word consecration means? I need it explained to me in a very elementary way.