Catholic Answers Live

From Scripture to early Church doctrine, we examine the foundation of Christ’s divinity and humanity. This episode also covers the biblical use of YHWH vs. Elohim, proper burial attire, and how the Bible was compiled. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered:

From apostolic succession to secret ballots, the history of papal elections is rich and fascinating. We explore how popes have been chosen across the centuries, and also tackle questions on sanctuary use, offensive Talmudic texts, and disposing of a damaged rosary. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 07:43 – I am a Catholic school teacher and they use the sanctuary for plays immediately after mass. What are the rules for use of the sanctuary? 14:44 – I see a lot of bumper stickers at church of an M with a line through it. Does that have any significance? How does one dispose of a damaged rosary? 18: 58 -Can you give a brief history of how popes were elected? 29:14 – In the Talmud it says that Jesus is burning in hell. What do I make of this? 40:41 – Jn 11 and Jn 12 there’s a plot to kill Lazarus after being raised from the dead. Did they ever succeed in their plot? 43:13 – Can you bless non-Catholic items like a buddha? 48:14 – Are you familiar with the documentary, Hypothesis? When do they go from using the name YHWH to Elohim?

What happens when a papal constitution seems to contradict a past ecumenical council? We explore Church authority, plus questions on circumcision, plenary indulgences, the Holy Spirit, and why Jesus wept for Lazarus even knowing the resurrection was near. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered:

While Catholicism and Orthodoxy share deep roots, key differences remain—especially on authority. We explore one of the most compelling arguments against Orthodoxy and also touch on Catholic miracles, lost apostolic letters, and starting fruitful Bible studies with Protestants. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered:

Some claim a woman secretly reigned as pope—but is there any truth to the legend of Pope Joan? We explore the origins and historical credibility of the story, plus discuss Orthodox biblical canons, Christ’s fulfillment of prophecy, and the Church’s understanding of Islam. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered:

When talking to Muslim friends or curious skeptics, it’s crucial to know where Scripture reveals Christ’s divinity. We walk through key verses that affirm Jesus is truly God, and also explore topics like Communion for Protestants, the identity of angels, and baptism for foster children. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered:

Catholics believe Mary was conceived without sin—so why does she still call God her Savior? We explain how the Immaculate Conception and God’s saving grace work together, along with insights on hell, Scripture interpretation, and loving family members with same-sex attractions. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:10 – How could an all-loving God send people to Hell? 16:25 – How do I explain that we should seek more than just feeling good? 30:00 – How could Peter be the Pope of Edomites and not the Israelites? 34:50 – How can I deal with family members with same-sex orientations? 43:38 – If Mother Mary was saved from Original Sin, why would she need a Savior? 48:20 – How can I navigate the varied scripture interpretations?

Where did the practice of confessing sins to a priest come from? We explore the biblical and historical roots of the sacrament of reconciliation, along with clarifying Catholic teaching on statues, baptism, the papacy, and prayer to the saints. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:49 – How is kneeling before a statue not worship? 14:04 – I don’t understand the origin of Confession. 18:25 – Can you clarify about the super substantial bread in Matthew 6:11? 22:30 – Why would a Protestant not need to be Baptized again in the Catholic faith? 32:58 – If the logic of the Papacy was consistent, why don’t the other apostles have their own apostolic sees? 44:13 – I struggle with the Catholic church annulment process. 52:25 – How do Catholics justify praying to Saints?

Join Cy Kellett on Catholic Answers Live as he interviews Emily Torres from the popular Catholic Converts Instagram page. They discuss how social media can be a powerful tool for evangelization, the challenges and rewards of sharing the Catholic faith online, and practical tips for reaching hearts in the digital world. Whether you’re a seasoned apologist or new to Catholic outreach, this inspiring conversation offers insights into living and witnessing the faith today. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here

Catholic history includes dark moments—how do we honestly and faithfully explain them? We tackle common challenges like the Middle Ages, Old Testament violence, the St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre, and how Catholics approach people influenced by LGBT ideology. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 10:41 – How do I explain the atrocities in the Middle Ages to my protestant friend? 19:19 – Can we ask Pope Francis to pray for us even though he hasn’t been canonized? 28:58 – How do we rectify the pro-life position with the Old Testament passages where God called his people to kill babies? 41:35 – How do we respond to certain accusations of the reformation like the St. Bartholomew massacre? 47:00 – Where were the souls before paradise? 50:44 – How should we approach people who fall under LGBT ideology?

What’s the meaning behind the twelve stars on the Miraculous Medal? We explore the biblical symbolism connected to Mary, Revelation, and the Church, along with insights into papal elections, Christ in the Old Testament, and explaining Catholic beliefs to Mormons. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 04:19 – Why are there twelve stars on the Miraculous Medal? 10:26 – Why would the teaching that the dead donor rule not apply to the unborn? 18:11 – Who would elect the Pope if all the Cardinals died? 28:54 – How can I explain Psalm 82:6 in a Trinitarian way to a Mormon friend who believes it relates to them becoming gods? 44:33 – Can Revelation 21:12 be applied to the miraculous medal crown since it describes the image? 51:10 – Can the God that walked with Adam and Eve or came to visit Abraham be considered the pre-incarnate Jesus based on Colossians 1:15?

Can Catholics believe in both a historical Adam and Eve and modern evolutionary theory? We explore how Church teaching reconciles faith and science, along with insights on Jesus’ divinity in the Gospels, the death of a pope, and Catholic relations with Protestants and Orthodox Christians. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 04:24 – Why in the debate with Bart Ehrmann, he had a disagreement about Jesus saying He was divine in the synoptic gospels? Why? 18:11 – I heard a claim that the Church wanted Luther dead, is this true? 24:11 – How should we treat the death of the Pope? Can we say he is already in heaven? 31:13 – How can the historical Adam and Eve fit in with modern evolutionary science? 44:24 – Was Jesus born in a cave or a house? 47:03 – Can I go to a Protestant service, if I still go to Mass? 49:18 – I heard there is a reentering of communion between Rome and Anglicans. Will this be on hold with the passing of Pope Francis? 52:16 – Can you explain the Orthodox claim that the church was originally beyond just Rome because Peter founded a church in Antioch?

The Original airdate for this episode was Easter Monday but with the passing of Pope Francis, we pushed the episode back to Easter Wednesday Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here We also explore the challenges of living the faith in the modern world, including a call for more intentional discipleship, authentic masculinity, and a deeper commitment to both evangelization and the corporal works of mercy. The panel also weighs in on the alarming religious persecution in Nicaragua, highlighting how faithful Catholics can advocate for the oppressed through prayer and action. Whether you’re a convert, cradle Catholic, or someone exploring the faith, this lively episode offers encouragement, challenge, and practical takeaways for living the Resurrection all year long.

The Original airdate for this episode was Easter Monday but with the passing of Pope Francis, we pushed the episode back to Easter Wednesday Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Celebrate Easter Wednesday with the Flannel Panel on this special episode of Catholic Answers Live! Join host Cy Kellett, apologist Joe Heschmeyer, and Catholic Answers president Chris Check as they reflect on the joy of the Resurrection, the meaning of the Easter Octave, and the profound relevance of Jesus’ triumph over death. From theological insights on the empty tomb and the significance of liturgical traditions to real-world news of a remarkable resurgence in Catholicism—especially among young men in Great Britain—this conversation dives deep into the signs of hope across the global Church. Whether you’re a convert, cradle Catholic, or someone exploring the faith, this lively episode offers encouragement, challenge, and practical takeaways for living the Resurrection all year long.

Can we trust Scripture as divinely inspired? We look at the historical and theological reasons Catholics believe the Bible is the Word of God, plus tackle topics like the early Church’s view of the afterlife, confirmation saints, and what really happened in the Roman Inquisition. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered:

If God’s will is inevitable, why pray at all? We explore how prayer fits into God’s providence, and also tackle questions on prudential judgment, understanding papal encyclicals, and the emotional hurdles people face when approaching full conversion. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered: 06:56 – We just got confirmed this past weekend and I just want to say thank you! 15:16 – I’ve been praying the 7 Sorrows. One-line states something about suffering in silence. Should I not tell my husband when I’m having a bad day? 23:59 – What is the relationship between a prudential judgement and the justification for it? Can a bad reason undermine the judgment itself? 36:46 – If God’s Will will always be done, then what is the purpose of praying for things? 44:20 – What resources do you recommend to properly understand Papal encyclicals? 51:01 – How do I deal with the final hurdles to conversion?

More than just a symbol, baptism is a sacrament with real spiritual power. We dive into what it accomplishes, who can receive it, and how early Christians—like the Church Fathers—understood it. Plus, we explore topics like baptism of desire, evangelical outreach, and infant baptism. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered:

Does Ephesians 2:8–9 contradict Catholic teaching on the role of works in salvation? We unpack this key verse and how Catholics interpret it, along with insights on baptism’s power, Mary and Adam, and resistance to Church reforms like those from the SSPX. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Questions Covered:

The Flannel Panel discusses the recent passing of Pope Francis and how the media has reacted to the news. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here

Trent Horn shares the story of meeting Pope Francis and reflects on what it meant for Francis to “lead with his heart.” JD Flynn explores Francis’ reforms—what was completed, what remains unfinished, and the role of mercy at the heart of his papacy. What’s next for the conclave? Could Africa rise? Jimmy Akin weighs in on the papal name and even touches on the Malachi prophecy. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Topic Covered: