Open Forum

The callers choose the topics during Open Forum, peppering our guests with questions on every aspect of Catholic life and faith, the moral life, and even philosophical topics that touch on general religious belief.

Questions Covered:

• 08:55 - How do I talk with my Mormon girlfriend about scripture?
• 17:10 - Why exactly does the Catholic Church spend so much time honoring the mother of Jesus versus taking that time to honor Jesus himself?
• 32:00 - What types of meditation align with Catholic teachings and what types of meditations should Catholics stay away from?
• 37:45 - Are popes allowed to contradict each other or how is this dealt with in Catholic doctrine?
• 42:39 - I heard Emperor Julian the Apostate attempted to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem and there was some supernatural intervention. Could you elaborate on the details or tell me where I can read more about this event?
• 45:14 - Could you please explain Matthew 24:15-24?
• 48:23 - I’m trying to explain the apocrypha to my Protestant friend. What is it and what makes it inspired scripture?
• 52:50 - Can you explain the 12 stars around the woman’s head in Revelation?

Resources Mentioned:

• The First Catholic – Mormon Dialogue by Patrick Madrid
• The Power of Silence: Against the Dictatorship of Noise by Robert Cardinal Sarah
• The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola by Saint Ignatius of Loyola