Catholic Answers Live #12287 When Can Prayer to Saints Become Superstitious? - Adrian Lawson
Jul 17, 2025
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“Can saints intercede for us?” This episode delves into the role of saints in prayer and tradition, addressing common concerns such as explaining intercession to Protestant family members and understanding why only the priest consumes from the chalice. We also explore the line between intercessory prayer and superstition, along with tips for inviting fallen-away Catholics back to the Church.
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Questions Covered:
- 12:26 – I come from a protestant family and am about to start OCIA. The obstacle I find is explaining the intercession of saints to my family.
- 19:56 – I struggle with not being able to consume from the chalice. Why does only the priest consume from the chalice?
- 24:36 – When does Intercessory prayer become a superstitious tradition?
- 39:48 – How do I approach my fallen away Catholic friend about returning to the Church?