Open Forum

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:

• 04:53 - I am not a Catholic. Where does the authority for priests to administer the Sacraments come from?
• 08:11 - In Thessalonians, it says that the man who holds us back will be moved out of the way. Who do you think this man is (in Thess. 2)?
• 20:45 - Why is consubstantiation incorrect regarding the Eucharist?
• 30:24 - My brother suddenly died a few months ago as a non-practicing Catholic. Does that mean he has gone straight to hell? Are there prayers I can pray to help him?
• 40:10 - What is the Church’s position on communicating with the dead?

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