Catholic Answers Live #12532 How Do I Respond to Protestants on Confession and Sin? - Karlo Broussard
Jan 6, 2026
Dr. Carlo Broussard, a renowned Catholic apologist and speaker, dives into how Catholics can effectively respond to Protestants regarding confession and sin. He discusses the necessity of confessing to a priest, supported by biblical references. Carlo also addresses the vital role of discipleship formation in parishes and highlights challenges in understanding mortal sins. Additionally, he provides insights on setting boundaries for parents with cohabitating adult children while maintaining Church teachings.
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Explain Saints' Intercession Clearly
- Clarify 'praying to saints' means asking for their intercession, not worshiping them as gods.
- Use Revelation passages (e.g., Rev 5:8; 6:9) to show saints in heaven are aware and can intercede.
Bowing Is Honor, Not Necessarily Worship
- Bowing before statues is an act of honor, not automatically worship; Scripture shows bowing can be non-divine reverence.
- Catholics venerate images as representations honoring perfected creatures, not ascribing divinity.
Use John 20:23 To Explain Confession
- Point callers to John 20:23 to justify confessing to a priest as Jesus gives apostles authority to forgive or retain sins.
- Encourage explaining that confession allows an apostle (and successors) to judge contrition and administer reconciliation.
