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#189 The Status of the Society of St. Pius X (Part 2) - null

Jim Vogel, spokesman for the Society of St. Pius X in the United states, stopped by our offices, and we thought we’d like to hear, in their own words, what the Society sees as their current status. Our chaplain, Father Hugh Barbour, joined us in the studio for a conversation meant to tease out how the Society sees this moment, this pope, and the possibilities for regularization. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host, and we continue our con...

#188 The Status of the Society of St. Pius X (Part 1) - Fr. Hugh Barbour, O. Praem.

Jim Vogel, spokesman for the Society of St. Pius X in the United states, stopped by our offices, and we thought we’d like to hear, in their own words, what the Society sees as their current status. Our chaplain, Father Hugh Barbour, joined us in the studio for a conversation meant to tease out how the Society sees this moment, this pope, and the possibilities for regularization. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome again, to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host. Delighted to have you...

#187 Counterfeit Christs (Part 2) - Trent Horn

Trent Horn’s new book explores the many ways Christ is falsely presented. He discusses these “counterfeit Christs” and why the real Christ is so much better. Cy Kellett: Hello, welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. We continue this week with our conversation with Trent Horn, the author of the brand new book, Counterfeit Christs: Finding the Real Jesus Among the Impostors. It is out now from Catholic Answers Press. You can get it at Catholic.com. Cy Kellett: Trent, last time we talked a li...

#186 Counterfeit Christs (Part 1) - Trent Horn

Trent Horn’s new book explores the many ways Christ is falsely presented. He discusses these “counterfeit Christs” and why the real Christ is so much better. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host. Delighted to welcome Trent Horn, one of the lynchpins of the Catholic Answers Apologetics crew. Hello, Trent. Trent Horn: Hello, Cy. I’m always trying to keep things together. Cy Kellett: I don’t actually know what a lynchpin is. You know, someti...

#185 God Wants You to Rest - Michael Naughton

Michael Naughton, the author of Labor and Leisure: The Integration of Faith and Work in a Divided World, explains the Judeo-Christian view of rest, most especially the need to rest on the Lord’s Day. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Cy Kellett:                           Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett your host. And there is lots of talk everywhere these days about finding balance, which suggests...

#184 The Divine Mercy (Part 2) - Fr. Hugh Barbour, O. Praem.

Fr. Hugh Barbour and Cy continue their discussion about the Divine Mercy on Catholic Answers Focus. Cy Kellett: We continue, with our chaplain, a discussion about the divine mercy. Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host. Our guest again this week is Father Hugh Barbour, our chaplain, and we continue our conversation begun last week about the divine mercy, both Divine Mercy Sunday and the devotion. Cy Kellett: Well, let us get, then, to the message of th...

#183 The Divine Mercy (Part 1) - Fr. Hugh Barbour, O. Praem.

Is devotion to the Divine Mercy an innovation or something consistent with the traditions of the Church? We sat down to get the answers from Fr. Hugh Barbour on Catholic Answers Focus. Cy Kellett: Divine Mercy Sunday is approaching. What is the Divine Mercy? Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host. Thank you so much for joining us. Today we talk about…is it an innovation of the modern Church? Is it an imposition into the liturgical calendar? ...

#182 The Witness of the Anti-Christians - Gary Michuta

The author of Why Catholic Bibles Are Bigger and Hostile Witnesses explains why Christianity’s enemies actually give us a great deal of insight into how the earliest Christians lived and what they believed. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host. Cy Kellett: One of the great resources for understanding early Christianity is the testimony of her enemies. That might seem counterintuitive, but certainly not everyone in the ancient world though...

#181 Faith and Works Are Necessary for Salvation (Part 3) - Tim Staples

Is justification instantaneous or a process? How might that process work? Would works be part of it? Tim Staples and Cy Kellett conclude their discussion about the relationship between faith and works in salvation. Cy Kellett: Here’s the final part of our conversation with Tim Staples on salvation. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Catholic Answers Focus, I am Cy Kellett, your host, and today we continue a conversation we’ve been having. As a matter of fact, bring it to its conclusion. A conv...

#180 Faith and Works Are Necessary for Salvation (Part 2) - Tim Staples

In part two of this three-part series, Tim Staples and Cy Kellett continue their discussion about the relationship between faith and works in salvation, here with an emphasis on works as a response to God’s unmerited gift of grace. Cy Kellett: What role do works play in our salvation? Right now on Catholic Answers Focus. Hello, and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host. And last time we talked a bit about the grace that is needed to prompt us towards salvation. ...

#179 Faith and Works Are Necessary for Salvation (Part 1) - Tim Staples

How are people saved? Does salvation take cooperation? Who will be saved? Where is the scriptural evidence for faith and works? Why do Catholics believe what they do? Have you struggled to answer these questions when sharing your faith? Listen in to learn how Tim Staples approaches having a discussion about salvation. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett your host. Thank you so much for being with us. How do we get saved? How exactly does that happen...

#178 Signs of Hope - Fr. Hugh Barbour, O. Praem.

Cy Kellett discusses with chaplain and Norbertine priest, Fr. Hugh Barbour, and Chris Check, president of Catholic Answers, the encouraging and significant realities of the hope of Christ in the world today. Cy Kellett: They’re hard to see, but there are signs of hope in the modern world. Let’s discuss them with Father Hugh Barbour and Chris Check. Cy: Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Kellett, your host. We’re always happy when you’re here with us. Any lazy mind can...

#177 Signs of the Demonic - Fr. Hugh Barbour, O. Praem.

The president and chaplain of Catholic Answers join Cy for a conversation about demonic influences in the modern world. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are demons active in the modern world? Let’s discuss it with Father Hugh Barber and Chris Check. Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am Cy Callet, your host, and we’re always so appreciative that you’re here with us today....

#176 Do People Really Go To Hell? - Ralph Martin

Modern Catholics have experienced a “creeping universalism,” with many now convinced that few people, if any, go to hell. Ralph Martin defends traditional Church teaching on hell, and explains why it is not going away. Cy Kellett: Does anyone actually go to hell? Ralph Martin is here. Lets find out. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. Delighted to have you here with us. Thank you for joining us. I am Cy Kellett, your host. This week, we tackle the question of salva...

#175 The Sacraments Work! - Msgr. Eugene Morris

Do the sacraments do what they claim to do? Msgr. Eugene Morris defends their efficacy in a world that mostly fails to see them for what they are. Msgr. Morris is a sacramental theologian and a priest of the Archdiocese of Saint Louis. He is a popular speaker, retreat leader, and radio guest and host. Book Cy to speak at your parish or next event. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Cy Kellet...

#174 Arguments in Favor of Relativism (Part 3) - Karlo Broussard

Our in-house-philosopher, Karlo Broussard, author of Prepare the Way: Overcoming obstacles to God, the Gospel and the Church, joins us for a three part conversation about relativism. Why are conversations about right and wrong so often labeled “hate speech? Book Karlo or Cy to speak at your parish or next event. Want more from Karlo Broussard? Prepare the Way: Overcoming Obstacles to God, the Gospel and the Church Meeting the Protestant Challenge Why God Still Matters The Bible Blueprint for...

#173 Arguments in Favor of Relativism (Part 2) - Karlo Broussard

Our in-house-philosopher, Karlo Broussard, author of Prepare the Way: Overcoming Obstacles to God, the Gospel and the Church, joins us for a three part conversation about relativism. What gives you the right to interfere in other people’s moral choices? Book Karlo or Cy to speak at your parish or next event. Want more from Karlo Broussard? Prepare the Way: Overcoming Obstacles to God, the Gospel and the Church Why God Still Matters The Bible Blueprint for the Priesthood The Bible Blueprint f...

#172 Arguments in Favor of Relativism (Part 1) - Karlo Broussard

Our in-house-philosopher, Karlo Broussard, author of Prepare the Way: Overcoming Obstacles to God, the Gospel, and the Church, joins us for a three-part conversation about relativism. What are the arguments in its favor, and are they convincing? Book Karlo to speak at your parish or next event. Want more from Karlo Broussard? Prepare the Way: Overcoming Obstacles to God, the Gospel and the Church Meeting the Protestant Challenge Why God Still Matters The Bible Blueprint for the Priesthood Th...

#171 The Nativity in the Bible (Part 2) - Jimmy Akin

Cy and Jimmy continue their discussion of Baby Jesus as his birth and infancy are relayed to us by Matthew and Luke. …

#170 The Nativity in the Bible (Part 1) - Jimmy Akin

Do you skip the lists of begets and begottens when you read the Bible? Cy and Jimmy discuss the genealogies of the Lord and find some amazing things. …

#169 Professionalism and Faith - null

Is there a place for faith in the workplace? Professional baseball pitcher Trevor Williams stops by to talk about pitching for the Pittsburgh Pirates and living as a Catholic. …

#166 Why Philosophy Matters (Part 2) - null

Our guest is the editor-in-chief of the International Philosophical Quarterly, Father Joseph W. Koterski, S.J., and our guest interviewer is our chaplain, Father Hugh Barbour, O. Praem. …

#165 Why Philosophy Matters (Part 1) - null

Philosophy is not just for the pros. Daily life is impossible without it, and the better we are at it, the better equipped for life we become. Our guest is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Philosophical Quarterly, Father Joseph W. Koterski, S.J., and our guest interviewer is Karlo Broussard. …

#164 A Musical Conversion (Part 2) - null

Once a modernist, composer Frank La Rocca has written a Mass of the Americas that will premier at San Francisco’s Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption on December 8. We talk music, conversion, and the meaning of beauty. …

#163 A Musical Conversion (Part 1) - null

Once a modernist, composer Frank La Rocca has written a Mass of the Americas that will premier at San Francisco’s Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption on December 8. We talk music, conversion, and the meaning of beauty. …

#162 Christ the Healer, Part 3 - null

“Mindfulness” is controversial, but should Catholics dismiss it? Dr. Greg Bottaro, author of The Mindful Catholic: Finding God One Moment at a Time, explains the healing potentials, and the religious complications, associated with this movement. …

#161 Christ the Healer, Part 2 - null

Understanding the full truth of the human person is an important step in providing healing. Dr. Greg Bottaro is the executive director and founder of the Catholic Psych Institute and the author of The Mindful Catholic: Finding God One Moment at a Time. He shares how a fully Catholic view of the person leads to better outcomes. …

#160 Christ the Healer, Part 1 - null

#159 Social Science and Modern Sex (Part Two) - null

Sociologist Mark Regnerus became a controversial figure with his study of the children of gay parents. Today he studies Christian marriage. We discuss his research into marriage and modern sexual habits. …

#158 Social Science and Modern Sex (Part One) - null

Sociologist Mark Regnerus became a controversial figure with his study of the children of gay parents. Today, he studies Christian marriage. We discuss difficult questions considered taboo in most professions.  …

#157 Communities of Christians, Part 2 - null

We continue our series on living the communal aspects of our Catholic Faith with Dr. Jared Staudt, author of the forthcoming book, The Beer Option. …

#156 Communities of Christians, Part 1 - null

An interview with Leah Libresco, author of Building the Benedict Option: A Guide to Gathering Two or Three Together in His Name, kicks off our series on living the communal aspects of our Catholic Faith. …

#155 The Current Crisis - Christopher Check

The President of Catholic Answers, Chris Check, recently published a reflection called “A Father’s Thoughts on the Current Crisis” at Catholic.com. We discuss it with him. …

#154 Virtue, Part 2, Chastity - Fr. Paul Check

The rector of St. John Fisher Seminary in the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT, continues his discussion of the virtues with a focus on chastity. …

#153 Virtue, Part 1, True Powers - Fr. Paul Check

The rector of St. John Fisher Seminary in the Diocese of Bridgeport, CT, explains how virtues are real powers that allow for fullness of life. …

#152 He Can’t Stop Building Catholic Media - Terry Barber

Terry Barber is half of one of the most exciting teams in radio. Aimed squarely at calling men to live the Faith, the Terry and Jesse Show has garnered a wide and loyal audience. Terry’s been at it for decades, but he just can’t stop creating new platforms for sharing the good news. …

#151 Neighbors in Need - null

We discuss the idea of “going out to the margins” with Deacon Jim Vargas, CEO of Father Joe’s Villages, a world leader in caring for the homeless. …

#151 Neighbors in Need - Jim Vargas

We discuss the idea of “going out to the margins” with Deacon Jim Vargas, CEO of Father Joe’s Villages, a world leader in caring for the homeless on this episode of Catholic Answers Focus. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am your host, Cy Kellett. And this time, we focus on one of the most successful programs in the country for assisting people experiencing homelessness, and it’s right here in San Diego. It’s our neighbor, Father Joe’s Villages. The mission the...

#150 Young, Catholic, and Same-Sex Attracted - null

Avera Maria Santo’s realization that she was same-sex attracted changed her life. Her discovery of the depths of Catholic Faith led her to start writing. Now she’s a blogger and speaker with a mission. …

#149 On the Road for a Culture of Life - null

Each summer, Crossroads sends young people on pro-life pilgrimages across the United States. Martha Nolan, vice president of Crossroads, joins us from the road to tell us how lives are being changed as the walkers make their way to Washington, D.C. …

#148 The Fragility of Order - George Weigel

George Weigel’s newest book, The Fragility of Order: Catholic Reflections on Turbulent Times, offers a diagnosis of how the world, and the Church, got into the situation of disorder we face today. Join us, as Weigel discusses the book, the world, and his chats with Pope Francis. …

#147 Fatima’s Secrets in Context - null

The author of the highly acclaimed book, On the Third Part of the Secret of Fatima, helps explain the controversies surrounding the apparition. A meticulously researched account, On the Third Part of the Secret of Fatima replaces sensationalism with scholarship, and helps set the record straight. …

#146 Word of Broken Faith - null

Raised in the Prosperity Gospel, Lisa Cooper ultimately found freedom and healing in the Catholic faith. She shares with us what it’s like growing up in the Word of Faith movement, and how that movement came to be what it is today. …

#145 A Reasonable God - null

Leo Severino, the producer of movies such as Little Boy and Bella stops by for a chat about his new book, Going Deeper: A Reasoned Exploration of God and Truth. We also discuss the movie business, and the unreasonableness of much modern thinking. …

#144 Star Wars, Superman, Christ - Jim Papandrea

The mythic heroes of our age are comic book and science fiction protagonists. Author Jim Papandrea’s new book, From Star Wars to Superman explores the religious implications of our modern stories, and finds there a window into the person of Christ. …

#143 Our Lady of Guadalupe - Christopher Check

The arrival in Mexico of Hernan Cortez and his soldiers won Mexico for Spain. The appearance a few short years later of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Tepeyac Hill won it for Christ. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome again to Catholic Answers Focus. I am your host, Cy Kellett, and we are very grateful that you’re here with us. In honor of the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, we consider the real story of how the gospel of Jesus Christ reached the Americas and took root across Mexico. We’ll do our best...

#142 A School for Wholeness - null

St. Martin’s Academy in Kansas is meant to be a place for the whole person: body, mind and soul. It’s founders, Daniel Kerr and Patrick Whalen explain their vision for a boys boarding school offering farm-work, study and prayer. Can such a school be a place for God to cultivate saints? …

#141 Confessions of a Traditional Catholic - null

With grace and humor, author Matthew Arnold shares his story of conversion, including his time as a Catholic Traditionalist. Without recrimination or resentment toward anyone, he shares the beauty of the Catholic life he has discovered, and gives insights into some of the still-simmering controversies of our times. …

#140 Catholic Higher Education - Patrick Reilly

The founder and President of the Cardinal Newman Society, Patrick Reilly, updates us on the state of Catholic Higher education, finding signs of hope in a relatively bleak landscape. …

#138 The Cosmo Girl Never Existed - null

Sue Ellen Browder helped sell the sexual revolution. And she, along with many others, lied to do it. Her book, Subverted: How I Helped the Sexual Revolution Hijack the Women’s Movement, names names as it tells the heartbreaking tale. …