Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast) Greed: How Much Money Should Catholics Have? (with Dr. Brian Pedraza)
Apr 3, 2025
Dr. Brian Pedraza, Director of the Dominus Project at Fran U, joins Fr. Josh to dive into the complexities of greed and wealth from a Catholic perspective. They discuss how consumer culture fosters an irrational desire for riches and how personal comfort should be balanced with charitable responsibility. Dr. Pedraza highlights the moral implications of money and emphasizes the importance of stewardship in fulfilling individual vocations. The conversation encourages listeners to reflect on their attachments and prioritize faith over materialism.
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Greed Endangers Salvation
- Greed is an irrational desire to have more money or possessions.
- St. Paul warns that the greedy will not inherit the kingdom of God.
Ulma Family Martyrdom
- Dr. Brian Pedraza shared a visit to the National Shrine of Pope John Paul II.
- They encountered relics of the Ulma family who were martyred for sheltering Jews during Nazi persecution.
Living the Spirit of Poverty
- Embrace the spirit of poverty by using money as a communal stewardship, not personal possession.
- Each family must discern their unique call to poverty and responsible resource management.
