Dr Taylor Marshall Podcast 1270: Bishop Strickland Calls Out James Martin Homosexual Confirmation – Dr. Taylor Marshall
Nov 13, 2025
Bishop Strickland publicly criticized Father James Martin for his controversial role in a confirmation ceremony involving a same-sex couple. The discussion dives into Catholic teachings on mortal sin, grave matters, and the validity of sacraments. Taylor questions the implications of Martin’s actions and how they might promote public celebrations of same-sex unions. Personal anecdotes reveal Strickland's character, while the conversation emphasizes respectful communication and lay accountability in response to these challenges.
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Public Confirmation Of Two Men
- Taylor Marshall describes a filmed confirmation where two men in a same-sex relationship were publicly presented and received communion.
- He plays the video and highlights James Martin's visible presence and the celebratory tone as a scandalous pastoral choice.
Mortal Sin Removes Sanctifying Grace
- Marshall explains mortal sin removes sanctifying grace entirely and disqualifies someone from receiving Eucharist until confession.
- He emphasizes the three conditions: grave matter, full knowledge, and full consent must all be present.
Church Teaching On Sexual Acts
- Marshall states Catholic teaching classifies non-heterosexual sexual acts outside marriage as grave matter listed in the Catechism.
- He argues informed consent to such acts makes them mortal sins requiring confession before Communion.
