Shameless Popery #183 Vlad Savchuk’s 10 Catholic Distortions REBUTTED - Joe Heschmeyer
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Jun 19, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Joe Heschmeyer hosts Vlad Savchuk, an Evangelical pastor and YouTube star known for tackling interdenominational debates. The duo dives into ten arguments against Catholicism, meticulously addressing misconceptions about Christianity's diversity and the significance of sacraments. They explore key theological questions, such as the authority of Peter and the meaning of the Eucharist, while clarifying the roles of different types of priesthood. Crucially, they highlight the value of tradition and community in Christian faith.
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Misleading Catholicism vs Christianity Frame
- Vlad Savchuk frames the debate as Catholicism versus Christianity to exclude Catholics from being Christian.
- Joe Heschmeyer exposes this as misleading and claims Catholics and Orthodox are true Christians.
Eucharist Beliefs Misrepresented
- Vlad claims majority of Catholics view Eucharist symbolically just like Protestants.
- Joe counters it's false; many Protestants like Lutherans believe in Christ's real presence in the Eucharist.
Baptism's Role in Salvation
- Vlad asserts sacraments like baptism are necessary for salvation but not results of salvation.
- Joe uses Martin Luther's writings to show Luther believed baptism saves, opposing Vlad's claim.
