Catholic Answers Live #12192 Why Do Non-Catholics Have to Go Through OCIA Before Joining the Church? - Karlo Broussard
May 13, 2025
Karlo Broussard, a Catholic apologist and host of the Sunday Catholic Word podcast, dives into intriguing questions from non-Catholics. He explains the importance of the OCIA process for those wishing to join the Church, helping ensure a solid faith foundation. Broussard discusses apostolic succession and how it sets Catholicism apart from other beliefs. He clarifies the intercession of saints despite biblical verses on judgment, and addresses the significance of Jesus renaming Simon. Additionally, he tackles the perpetual virginity of Mary amidst differing interpretations.
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Why OCIA Prepares New Catholics
- The Church uses OCIA to prepare non-Catholics thoughtfully before joining to ensure lasting faith and commitment.
- This process tests motivations and creates fertile soil for the Word of God to take root and bear fruit.
Meaning of Apostolic Succession
- Apostolic succession means bishops today have unbroken historical succession from the apostles through laying on of hands.
- This succession authenticates authority unlike other groups that claim connection without historical record.
Saints' Intercession Explained
- Souls in heaven have infused knowledge by God enabling them to hear prayers and intercede.
- Biblical visions in Revelation show saints aware of and responding to earthly affairs through this infused knowledge.