Shameless Popery #219 Catholic Apologist Confronts Fr. Moses - Joe Heschmeyer
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Oct 28, 2025 In a spirited discussion, a Catholic apologist responds to critiques from Orthodox priest Father Moses McPherson. He delves into the differences in salvation beliefs, defending Catholic theology by referencing sacred texts and mystics. The conversation critiques the notion that Catholicism is cult-like while highlighting exclusivity in Orthodoxy. Joe addresses sensitive issues like the sexual abuse scandals prevalent in all denominations. He also tackles allegations of relativism and discusses the ongoing role of papal authority in church governance.
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Father Moses' Online Persona
- Joe describes Father Moses as a former Protestant turned Orthodox priest who posts sensational YouTube content and macho themes.
- He notes even Russian bishops publicly criticized Father Moses' caricature of Orthodoxy as absurdly masculine.
Orthodoxy's Gender Imbalance Shift
- Joe highlights a demographic shift: U.S. Orthodoxy went from balanced gender parity to roughly twice as many men as women.
- He implies this shift helps explain the rise of hyper-masculine online Orthodox figures.
Catholicism Affirms Transformative Union
- Joe Heschmeyer points out Catholicism teaches transformative union with God through the Holy Spirit, mirroring Orthodox descriptions of salvation.
- He cites the Catechism and mystics like St. Teresa to show Catholic theology and spirituality emphasize inward transformation.