Catholicism Not Just For White People

9/24/2023

Catholicism is not just for white people, did Jesus leave any writings?, is Jesus an elitist?, and my Church was unwelcoming so I left.

Happy Hobbit's Day!

9/21/2023

Happy Hobbit's Day, Dr. Anders discusses "Lord Of The Rings" and C.S. Lewis's "Narnia", does baptism take away mortal sin?, no-one knows the date of Christ's return, and Steve calls in to discuss how the situation with Fr. Rupnik is keeping him from becoming Catholic.

Is Your Bible A Car Manual?

9/20/2023

Is your Bible like a car manual for the Christian life?, does God know the future?, could I get some tips on how to read the "Imitation of Christ"? and no good argument for Sola Scriptura.

What Happens At Mass?

9/19/2023

What happens at Mass?, how much can a priest change verbiage during Mass?, appreciating reconciliation, and intuition not the best way to discern truth.

Do Sedevacantists Have Legit Authority?

9/18/2023

Do #Sedevacantists have legit authority?, clearing up #fiction about #prayer, did Catholics add books into the #Bible 1000 years after the Council of #Nicea?, and how do I explain that the 3 Persons of the #Trinity do not equate with 3 gods? #Catholic #faith

A Reality That's Already There

9/17/2023

An reality that's already there, how did St. Augustine assume that God has no emotion?, should I send my child to nondenominational Bible studies ands church?

Christ's Presence In The Eucharist

9/14/2023

The nature of Christ's presence in the #Eucharist, is #Jesus the celestial auditor?, should I watch #Peanuts or end of world #prophecy?, and we all have skeletons.

Having A Conversation About Love

9/13/2023

If a Christian is one who loves, how can Christians love those who don't have the same definition of love?, are you a bad person for disagreeing with the woke universe?, no need to hide under the table with blessed candles, and is your memory "scrubbed" in Purgatory?

The Church of St. Thomas

9/12/2023

Is the Church of St. Thomas in India united with the Catholic Church?, what are the differences between Apostles and disciples, and can you recommend an easy read for a college student interested in learning more about the Catholic faith?

Purgatory: Purging My Bad Attitude

9/11/2023

Purgatory: purging the effects of sin and my bad attitude, is the Bible a comprehensive rule of faith?, how does the judgement of a city, nation or tribe impact the judgement of the individual?, how can the Church change its teaching if God does not change? Email your question for Dr. Anders to ctc@ewtn.com

A Question About 9/11

9/10/2023

Patrick has a question about those who died in 9/11 and in the wars that followed, where can I learn about Sacred Tradition, how does binding/loosing relate to the Eucharist, and a question about gender transitioning.

Listening To The Pope On Social Justice

9/7/2023

Listening to the Pope on social justice and how his decrees and statements can be authoritative, is the Pope an absolute monarch, did Catholics move the Sabbath, and was Jesus crucified on the hands or wrists? Email your question for Dr. Anders to ctc@ewtn.com

Supporting Boyfriend IN RCIA

9/6/2023

Madison wants to support her boyfriend who is interested in becoming Catholic, what do Catholics believe about evolution?, and who gets to give the homily?

Drinking And Gambling At Church

9/5/2023

Dealing with drinking and gambling at Church, is it permitted for a Priest to offer general confession or absolution to all the people in a healing mass?, I am Catholic in spite of ________, and why does it take so long to become a Catholic priest?

Understanding the Old Testament

9/4/2023

How can I explain original sin using scripture?, What is the Catholic view of the Old Testament?, How do saints and angels hear us?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Eating At The Catholic Buffet Line

9/3/2023

(MB) Eating at the Catholic buffet line, can I support my wife's Catholic faith as an agnostic?, and was the Virgin Mary immaculately conceived?

What Does The Word "Church" Mean?

8/31/2023

What does the word, "Church" mean?, what makes up the catholic perspective on Scripture?, and why does Tradition have authority over the Bible?,

Life Is Not A Romantic Comedy

8/30/2023

Life is not a romantic comedy, Catholics are not supposed to live in terror and fear of demons and are we hapless victims of spiritual combat?, what do we mean by the word God?, and do I have an unrestricted right to be a lector?

Was Christ Asleep On The Cross?

8/29/2023

Was #Christ #asleep on the #Cross?, #Catholic belief in the #Eucharist, and what's the #Church's stand on #dispensationalism?

Is Jesus Just A Good Guy?

8/28/2023

Is Jesus just a good guy?, if we don't participate in the grace, is there a consequence?, and the necessity of the crucifixion.

Does The Priest Take Christ's Place?

8/27/2023

Does the priest take Christ's place?, and do Catholics worship Mary?

The Of Concept Of Universalism

8/24/2023

The concept of universalism and additional questions.

Women In Leadership Inside The Church

8/23/2023

Women in leadership inside the Church, what do you do after committing a mortal sin but before you make it to Confession, what is the difference between a mortal sin and a sacrilege?, and if God lives inside of us, why do we need the Eucharist?

Why Jesus Is Referred To As The Son Of Man?

8/22/2023

Why Jesus is referred to as the "Son of Man"?, why do Catholics receive every day and Sunday?, is it rude to pray before meals to a non-believer?, and can one save others through their faith?

Persecuted Christians In The Middle East

8/21/2023

A caller calls in to discuss the persecuted Christians in the Middle East, Where do some Catholics get this idea about the three days of darkness?, and Any suggestions on how I should look at prayer and devotion to Mary?

Where Did God Come From?

8/20/2023

Was Jesus tempted from within?, Did Mary feel pain in birth?, In utero, who owns our soul, God or the devil?, What is acceptable music in the Catholic Church?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

The 3 Things That God Can't Do

8/17/2023

What are the 3 things that God can't do?, my will aligned with God's will, God didn't give me what I wanted, and do demons try to prevent souls from attending Church?

Not Magic Or Science

8/16/2023

On today's Called to Communion, Dr. Anders discusses what prayer is, if I am Catholic and married can I become a priest?, the Trinity, and what are your thoughts on why many have left the Catholic Church?

Helping Others When I Am Suffering

8/15/2023

How can I help others when I am suffering?, what is the difference between devotion and dogma?, and what is the significance of Christ descending into Hell in the Apostle's Creed?

Do We Have To Test Everything Against The Bible?

8/14/2023

Do we have to test everything against the Bible?, using a missalette to help you get through Mass, and coming back to the Church after being hurt by Catholics.

Is It Sinful To Visit Sinner's?

8/13/2023

Sinful to visit sinners?, how do you answer the problem of Catholics not practicing Church teaching?, and is Jesus really present in The Eucharist?

What Do Catholics Think About The End Times?

8/10/2023

What do Catholics think about the end times?, "eggs are just eggs", what is the "crown of life?", and examples of the New Testament quoting the Septuagint.

How Is It Ok To Call A Priest,"Father"?

8/9/2023

How is it ok to call a priest "Father"?, grieving the Holy Spirit, a question about attending a same-sex wedding, and Is the Second Coming of Christ immanent?

Are Catholics Going To Hell?

8/8/2023

Are Catholics going to Hell because they are Catholics?, is the Rosary the 2nd most powerful prayer?, what is the structure of the priestly vocation?, and clearing up doubts about Purgatory.

What Does Faith Tell Us?

8/7/2023

What does #faith tell us?, how can we be assured of sins #forgiven at confession?, expecting constant consolation from #prayer, and Original #Sin. #Catholic

Why Do Humans Need A God?

8/6/2023

Why do humans need a God?, were Moses and Elijah in Purgatory since Heaven was closed?, what happens to dogs after they die?, and were Adam and Eve real?

What's The Easiest Answer To The Problem Of Evil?

8/3/2023

What's the easiest answer to the problem of evil?, Why do Catholics say some prayers so many times?, understanding redemptive suffering?, and expanding your God concept when it comes to pain.

This Bible Verse Made Me Leave Catholicism

8/2/2023

This Bible verse made me leave Catholicism, what does it mean to be in a state where you have no connection with sin, and why did Annanias and Sapphira die in the Book of Acts?

The 50,000 Foot Point Of View On The Liturgy

8/1/2023

A caller asks how to deal with the argument that the Novus Ordo is valid but illicit. Did Pope Paul 6 have the authority to revise the rite of the Mass? Also, How do we know when people become saints? #Catholic #faith #NovusOrdo #Mass

Catholic Social Teaching And Artificial Intelligence

7/31/2023

Catholic Social Teaching and Artificial Intelligence, what are the seven virtues?, and about Purgatory.

Why Do People Dismiss Our Lady?

7/30/2023

Why do people dismiss Our Lady?, does the Catholic Church have a position on soul-ties?, and do you have to receive the Eucharist at every single Mass that you attend?

Delving Into Predestination

7/27/2023

Delving into predestination, is righteousness imputed?, discussing original vs ancestral sin.

What's Wrong With Deism?

7/26/2023

What's wrong with Deism?, is the Catholic Church "legalistic"?, why don't Catholics believe in the Rapture?, and why couldn't the Hebrews sacrifice to God while in Egypt?

The Catholic Church Is A Cult

7/25/2023

Rodney was reading a comment from someone who thinks that the Catholic Church is a cult, Ted disagrees with Dr. Ander's comments on Eucharistic miracles, are we able to choose our parish community, and autism and connecting with Catholicism.

Addressing My Roommates Live-in Girlfriend Scenario

7/24/2023

Addressing my roommates live-in girlfriend scenario, should Catholics hold to integralism?, and is the Catholic Church legalistic?

Can I Meet Someone Else If My Spouse Has Dementia?

7/23/2023

Can I meet someone else if my spouse has dementia?, why do we need Purgatory?, how does the Catholic Church define sins of omission, and what does it mean for God to harden one's heart?

Does Catholic Belief Hang On One Greek Word?

7/20/2023

Does Catholic belief hang on one Greek word?, putting together timelessness and Purgatory, why doesn't Judaism believe Jesus is the Messiah?, and why do we need the pope?

Grace Is On Offer Here

7/19/2023

Grace is on offer here, how does your disposition effect receiving the Eucharist, about differences in men and women that affect roles in the Church, and what Catholic sacrament has affected you the most?

Could A Computer Ever Be Considered A Person?

7/18/2023

Could a #computer ever be considered a #person?, #angels, why are their different stages of canonization for saints?, why is #Baptism necessary?, is it a mortal #sin anytime someone has lustful thoughts? #saint #saintjoseph

The Church: A Bride And Groom Relationship

7/17/2023

The Church: a bride and groom relationship, ritual laws in the Old Testament and questions on annulments. Plus it's the 700th anniversary of the canonization of St. Thomas Aquinas.

The Filioque: One More Nail In The Arian Coffin

7/16/2023

The Filioque: one more nail in the Arian coffin, "life of the world to come?", and does the Catholic Church put up barriers to faith in Jesus?

Joining The Church Despite Hardliners

7/13/2023

Joining the Church despite hardliners and the point of dogma is to change your life, Allegorically vs. historically true, talking about LGBTQ+ issues and abortion as a Catholic.

How Does Redemptive Suffering Work?

7/12/2023

How does redemptive suffering work?, are the promises of the Rosary authoritative?, why people leave the Church, and within Catholicism can you go to a church and not be a member?

Do Parish Boundaries & Territories Still Exist?

7/11/2023

Do parish boundaries and territories still exist?, who goes to heaven?, if I do my penance, will I still have to purgatory?, what does the catholic church say about angels?, and "Tradition" vs "tradition".

Why Didn't Adam And Eve Have Children In Paradise?

7/10/2023

Why didn't Adam and Eve have children in paradise?, Mass readings and the text of the #Bible, why can't non-Catholics receive the #Eucharist?, and why were the Apostles going to the Temple after the Ascension of #Jesus? #Catholic #God

Is Mary In Jesus?

7/9/2023

Is Mary in Jesus?, what should Catholics think about AI?, and on John 6 and the Eucharist.

Has There Ever Been A Pope Guilty Of Heresy?

7/6/2023

Has there ever been a pope guilty of heresy?, how can we explain better what Tradition means in the Catholic context?, and how do we get a standardized lesson plan for religious education for kids?

What Does Forgiveness Require?

7/5/2023

What does forgiveness require?, and are Catholics hypocrites?

Purgatory

7/4/2023

How would I explain Purgatory to a non-Catholic?, Can someone in Hell be redeemed?, Can I join the Catholic Church if i struggle with habitual sin?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Why Does Jesus Call God, "Father"?

7/3/2023

Happy Fourth of July! Dr. Anders reaches into the mailbag and answers questions including, why does Jesus call God "Father"?, is God telling me I shouldn't be Catholic?, Epektasis and what is the difference between being Catholic and being Methodist?

Peter Is the Rock

7/2/2023

Does Tradition play a role in interpreting scripture?, Is Christ the Rock instead of Peter?, After the priest scandal, why would anyone want to be Catholic?, and more on today's called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Good Works and Charity

6/29/2023

Are we justified by works?, Why do I need an annulment to join the Catholic Church?, Are the fires of Purgatory symbolic?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Eucharistic Miracles

6/28/2023

Does God kill?, What should we make of Eucharistic miracles?, Are there two baptisms?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Worth the Trouble

6/27/2023

How can I better understand the early Church?, In the Hail Mary, you call Mary the mother of God. Can you help me to understand this more?, How did John the Baptist baptize?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

New Perspective on Paul

6/26/2023

On a recent show you mentioned that Luther had a neurotic conscience. Can you explain what you mean by that?, How can I explain Baptism to a Protestant?, What is the New Perspective on Paul?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

In the Image of God

6/25/2023

Is all doctrine considered infallible teaching?, How do we interpret Genesis when it says that we are made in God’s image, when He has no form?, When do we have sufficient grace to never sin?, and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Why Does It Seem Like God Is Silent?

6/22/2023

Why does it seem God is silent?, stole a chocolate protein drink, what do I do now?, some popes were awful, and what does it mean to "Bless The Lord"?

Can You Explain Religious Orders?

6/21/2023

Can you explain religious orders and their differences?, when did Jesus realize who He was?, what is infallibility and to what doctrines does it apply?, and Can you give advice on finding a good Church?

Dr. Anders Discusses The Topic Of Transgender Identity

6/20/2023

Dr. Anders discusses the Transgender issue in response to a caller's question about explaining how Catholics should view this, is kissing the feet of statues idolatry?, and a listener's non-Catholic friend said she would be Catholic if not for all of the man-made rules, specifically banning artificial contraception and requiring annulments.

Buc-ees Is The Wrong Place For A Baptism

6/19/2023

Buc-ees is the wrong place for a Baptism, how will non-Christians and non-Catholics be judged, how did the early Reformers view the relationship between faith and reason, and has Jesus's prayer for unity be fulfilled?

Following The GIRM

6/18/2023

A listener has been discussing the GIRM with his deacons and priests. Is it important for the priest to follow it?, do we need Confession and a caller mentions that he is not Catholic because he doesn't have to earn his salvation.

The "Amazing Grace" Song And Catholicism

6/15/2023

The "Amazing Grace" Song and Catholicism, was Judas's betrayal necessary?, and what are Catholics permitted to accept about evolution?

St. Catherine Of Siena And The Gift Of Prophecy

6/14/2023

Dr. Anders discusses St. Catherine of Siena and the gift of prophecy, Transubstantiation and the Eucharist, and the sinfulness of name calling.

Jesus: Body, Blood, Soul, And Divinity

6/13/2023

Jesus: Body, Blood, Soul And Divinity, why do we need Canon lawyers?, and one listener says that the Sunday obligation feels like harsh parents threatening to kick their kids out of the family if they miss one family dinner. How is this consistent with resting in Jesus’s love?

Why Do Catholics Pray For The Dead?

6/12/2023

Why do Catholics pray for the dead?, if no one believes why do they go to Communion?, and should Confession be something I should do in order to come back to the Church?

Who Came First, Adam & Eve Or Cavemen?

6/11/2023

Who came first, Adam and Eve or cavemen?, why do Catholic favor Augustine?, who created us: the Father or Jesus?, and the primacy of the Pope.

What Do You Think About "Jesus Calling"?

6/8/2023

What do you think about the book "Jesus Calling"?, how do you respond to the claim that you can't have good without evil?, and why do so many Catholic bibles say the gospels were written anonymously?

Is The Catholic Church An Ideology?

6/7/2023

Is the Catholic Church an ideology?, if we're an apostolic Faith like it says in the Creed, why does everyone talk about Paul?, is it a sin to receive Communion in the hand, and why didn't the apostles write more?

Discussing Frank Herbert's Dune Novels

6/6/2023

Dr. Anders gets a question about Frank Herbert's Dune Novels, why use the word "charity"?, and who were the first feminists in the ancient world?

Putting Your Trust In Jesus For Salvation

6/5/2023

Putting your trust in Jesus for salvation, what is the expiatory nature of our suffering, would it be appropriate for someone seeking an annulment to reference that to the priest is handling my case?, and why is it necessary to sign a marriage license in one's state?

Why Did Reformers Reject Marriage As A Sacrament?

6/4/2023

Why did some Protestant Reformers reject marriage as a sacrament?, the Early Church celebrated the Eucharist, and do you have to give your life to Jesus to be saved?

How Do I Explain The Trinity?

6/1/2023

How do I explain the Trinity?, dealing with pastoral malpractice, naïve ways of reading the Bible, and is Catholicism nonbiblical?

How Do We Know God Is Real?

5/31/2023

How do we know God is real and if he's the true God?, does the Pope just give audiences to the rich and wealthy?, where does centering prayer come from?, and why wait a year before becoming Catholic?

What Did Jesus Accomplish?

5/30/2023

In the face of suffering on Earth, what did Jesus accomplish?, do you believe in the baptism of the Holy Ghost?, and what was Jesus's teaching about?

What Is Canon Law?

5/29/2023

What is Canon Law in the Catholic Church and where does it get its authority?, can a lay person officiate a sacramental marriage?, and would Jesus have forgiven Judas?

Had A Horrible Confession Experience, What Now?

5/28/2023

(MB) Had a horrible Confession experience, what do I do now?, why confess my sins to a priest?, how is the missal supposed to be used by the faithful?, and how many languages was the Bible translated into after the Church established the Canon?

Did Mary Really Have A Choice To Give Birth To Jesus?

5/25/2023

Did Mary really have a choice to give birth to Jesus?, and I was raised Catholic until 12 and then switched to Assembly of God. I am afraid to come back but still want to. How can I do this?

Showing Reverence

5/24/2023

How showing reverence at Mass helps with interior reverence, the Eucharist in the Bible and other topics.

How Can Catholics Be More Welcoming?

5/23/2023

How can Catholics be more welcoming?, how important is membership in a particular parish?, what are the steps to become Roman Catholic?, and what is the apostolic pardon?

Can I Talk About My Confession With Others?

5/22/2023

Can I talk about my Confession with others?, getting wrapped up in feelings, what are indulgences and what is the history of Martin Luther and born-again Christianity.

Is Religion Bad?

5/21/2023

Is #religion bad?, my nonCatholic wife is struggling to understand the #Eucharist, do the saints grow in glory?, and what is a plenary vs. a partial #indulgence? #Catholic #Church

What Is The Role Of The Holy Spirit?

5/18/2023

What is the role of the Holy Spirit?, can you explain third orders, consecrated virginity and personal consecrations?, and does the Catholic Church have an official Bible?

Was Mary A Pagan Goddess?

5/17/2023

Was Mary a pagan goddess?, where do I find verses about marriage in heaven?, and some questions about birth control.

Why Does The Church Have Incense?

5/16/2023

Why does the Church have incense on certain days?, is man fundamentally sinful?, and a comment about attire at Mass.

Why Did Jesus Curse The Fig Tree?

5/15/2023

Why did Jesus curse the fig tree?, how can you know if Catholic doctrine is correct?, as a Protestant, what should I do during Communion at Catholic Mass?

What Do Catholics Believe About God?

5/14/2023

What do Catholics believe about God?, and What is the proper Catholic understanding of Premillennialism and how do we respond to this popular Protestant concept?

Not Catholic Because Of Sexual Abuse

5/11/2023

Not Catholic because of sexual abuse done by clergy and how it was handled, Is Jesus the sole mediator, and understanding the Old Testament.

Does Catholicism = Just Rules?

5/10/2023

Does Catholicism = Rules?, questions about the King James Bible, and how can I join the Church?

Making The Sacrifice Of The Mass Your Own

5/9/2023

A listener from Boise, ID wants to know how we can make the Sacrifice of the Mass our own sacrifice.

What Is God?

5/8/2023

What is God and what does the Church define #God as?, does St. Augustine support Calvin's view of predestination, and how can I share my #faith with my teenage daughter?