Catholic Answers Live #12042 AMA - Tom Nash
Jan 28, 2025
Tom Nash, a renowned Catholic apologist and speaker, engages listeners with insightful answers about the Catholic faith. He delves into the balance between faith and works, emphasizing the Church's compassionate stance on immigration. The discussion also touches on the validity of Protestant baptisms and the true essence of Opus Dei amid cultural misconceptions. Nash articulates profound theological concepts like original sin and the real presence of the Eucharist, while also addressing the significance of prayer gestures in Mass.
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Justification in Ephesians and James
- Ephesians 2:8-9 discusses initial justification, a free gift from God, unearned by works.
- James 2:17 discusses ongoing justification (sanctification), where good works, empowered by grace, foster holiness.
Church Teaching on Immigration
- The Church acknowledges a nation's right to secure its borders while emphasizing humane treatment of immigrants.
- Discernment is needed regarding legitimate asylum claims versus economic migration, with a focus on just solutions.
Validity of Protestant Baptisms
- Protestant baptisms are generally presumed valid unless clear evidence shows otherwise (e.g., incorrect form).
- Parishes should verify each baptism's validity and conditionally rebaptize if necessary.