Catholic Christianity

The Right to Die? (Suicide & Euthanasia)

Suicide and euthanasia raise the question, do we have the right to choose to die? It was once thought that those who choose death commit mortal sin as their last act and therefore cannot be saved. In this episode we explore the morality of suicide and euthanasia, we address the question of salvation after suicide or euthanasia, and finish with an interview with Monica, who walked through the pain of watching her terminally ill father suffer and eventually pass away (May he Rest In Peace). W...

The Power of Porn

Pornography use in the 21st century is being consumed in record numbers, but is this a good thing? Is porn helping or hindering our social interactions? Is porn helping or hindering the way we view the opposite sex? This episode explores the Catholic Church’s teaching on the morality of pornography as well as a discussion on the impact of porn use including an interview with a reformed porn user. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian F...

Same Sex Attraction

The Catholic Church makes the distinction between who we are compared with what we do, even if they are related. This is an important distinction when we explore the Church’s teaching on same sex attraction. In this episode we examine the Church’s teaching, and then interview a same-sex attracted Catholic on her experience of same sex orientation in light of Catholic teaching.  Corrections: At 18:56 I quote CCC 2538, it should be CCC 2358* (The quote spoken is correct) At 20:12 I quote CCC...

Pro the Choice for Life

As far as the Catholic Church is concerned, every person matters, even those who are not yet born. This episode explores the Church’s teaching on unwanted pregnancy and then we interview Dr Joanna Howe, a leading pro-life advocate, on her thoughts on why it is worth advocating for the rights of the unborn.  Links to support and follow Joanna: www.drjoannahowe.com Instagram, You Tube, Tiktok: @drjoannahowe  Facebook: @drjoannahoweofficial  Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catho...

Contracepted Thinking

The Catholic Church is famous for its condemnation of artificial contraception. Here we take a deep dive into the very controversial encyclical, Humanae Vitae, to see what the Church actually teaches and why. We then interview a married couple to listen to their experience of applying this teaching to their own marriage.  Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

Why Wait for Marriage?

The Catholic Church has a somewhat counter-cultural perspective of sexual morality. This episode explores why the Church invites us to wait until marriage to have sex, and then we interview a recently married couple on their experience of following the Church’s teaching.  Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

How Much is a Person Worth?

This episode explores the question of the value of human life. There are various philosophies of the human person that typically are informed by the cognitive ability of humanity compared with other species.  Is cognitive ability the determining factor for human value, and if so, is an animal with a high IQ more valuable than someone with very low IQ?  Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholi...

Does Morality Change?

This episode explores the question: does morality change? In a world where many think that what is right and wrong is an individual choice, we examine the concept of moral relativism and how it helps us to understand those with differing perspectives, but nonetheless does not change the reality of what is objectively right and wrong.  Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

Incarnation: God revealed in Jesus

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Why Christianity? What about other religions?

Inter-religious dialogue means being honest and open about our own convictions whilst understanding the convictions of others.  This week on Catholic Christianity we explore where Christianity sits among other world religions. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

The Problem of Pain: If God exists, is powerful and loving, why doesn't God remove pain and suffering?

If God exists, is powerful and loving, why doesn't God remove pain and suffering?  This week we explore the question of human suffering. In Christianity we discover that God can redeem suffering. Find out more in episode seven of the Catholic Christianity podcast, Season One: Reasons to Believe. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

Did Jesus really rise from the dead?

If Jesus didn't rise from the dead, the whole Christian tradition is undermined… so why do we believe in the resurrection of Jesus? Find out in episode six of the Catholic Christianity podcast, Season One: Reasons to Believe. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

Special Revelation: What's the overarching story of the Bible?

The Bible is an incredible read, but it's long! This week we look at the overarching story of scripture. Find out in episode five of the Catholic Christianity podcast, Season One: Reasons to Believe. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

Special Revelation: Can we trust the Bible?

The Bible is the primary source of Christian theology. The Catechism states that "God is the author of Sacred Scripture." (CCC 105). But can we trust scripture? Is the Bible reliable? Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

Natural Revelation: Does God exist? (part 2)

Where does the human conscience come from? How is it that humans intrinsically know that they are obligated to do and be good? How does this make humanity different from the animal kingdom?  Find out in episode three of the Catholic Christianity podcast, Season One: Reasons to Believe. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

Natural Revelation: Does God exist? (part 1)

Are there logical and reasonable arguments for the existence of God? Are there logical and reasonable arguments for the non-existence of God? Is it wise to assume there is no God?  Find out in episode two of the Catholic Christianity podcast, Season One: Reasons to Believe. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

The Truth about Truth, Science and God

Is it valid to say, "Well this is true for me, but it's not true for you. It's my truth, as opposed to your truth"? Has science disproved God? If there is a God, how might we know who God is? Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776

What is Catholic Christianity all about?

Are you interested in knowing more about what the Catholic Church teaches and why? Join Deacon Peter Pellicaan from Brisbane, Australia, on a journey through the teachings of the Catholic Church, explained in a way that is easy to understand. Website: catholicchristianity.org Instagram: @catholicchristianityorg Twitter: @CatholicXtian FB: @catholicchristianityorg Youtube: @catholicchristianity8776