Catholic Answers Live

Jimmy Akin, Catholic apologist and author, explores what makes a baptism valid and when conditional baptism may be appropriate. He discusses the biblical roots of priestly celibacy, Scripture’s role alongside Church guidance, the lesser-known Apostles, and whether Jesus truly sweated blood in Gethsemane. He also recommends Christian music and historical sources for learning more.

Jimmy Akin, Catholic Answers senior apologist and biblical scholar, explores how Catholics can approach Bible disputes with Protestants. He discusses interpreting Scripture in context, the likely 13th-century BC date of the Exodus, archaeological clues involving Ramesses II and the Merneptah Stele, and James 2’s connection to ongoing justification.

John Martignoni, Catholic apologist and founder of the Bible Christian Society, explores whether salvation can be lost and what assurance really means. He tackles mixed-faith families, how Gospel writers knew events they did not witness, Protestantism’s many denominations, sola scriptura, Catholic biblical literacy, and the relationship between faith, works, sin, and perseverance.

Emily Dinneny, a Catholic Answers apologist specializing in moral theology and family life, explores Catholic teaching on sexuality and marriage. She discusses why the Church rejects contraception, natural family planning, resisting sexual temptation, premarital kissing, and the difference between chastity and celibacy. She also examines cohabitation before marriage and how spouses can navigate personal appearance choices.

A lively Catholic Q&A explores whether the Church has authority over salvation and why believers are called to attend Mass. The discussion compares Catholic and Coptic Orthodox claims, challenges faith-alone theology, and unpacks Scripture, early Christian practice, and Church authority. It also offers a thoughtful explanation of the Eucharist as a present memorial sacrifice for non-Catholics.

Joe Heschmeyer, a Catholic apologist, author, and speaker, explores why honoring statues differs from worship, including the meaning of a giant Pope Leo statue. He discusses why Catholic worship reflects biblical and heavenly liturgy, how Scripture and Tradition work together, and whether John 6:63 challenges the Eucharist. A lively journey through Catholic imagery, worship, and the words of Jesus.

William Albrecht, a Catholic apologist and author specializing in Scripture, Church history, and Catholic-Orthodox questions, explores whether Catholics and Orthodox Christians can reunite. They discuss Eastern Catholics as a bridge, the validity of Greek Orthodox baptism, Isaiah 22 and papal authority, reading Orthodox Bibles, remarriage, and whether restored unity can preserve Eastern traditions.

William Albrecht, a Catholic apologist and patristics specialist, explores Orthodox objections to papal primacy and Catholic responses to the Ravenna, Chieti, and Alexandria documents. He examines biblical and patristic support for the filioque, contrasts Catholic and Oriental Orthodox Christology, and considers Rome’s historical authority, apostolic succession, priestly simplicity, and Anglican orders.

Tom Nash, a Catholic apologist and theologian with Catholic Answers and EWTN, explores liturgical customs, apostolic succession, and the biblical foundation of confession. He discusses respecting priests and bishops despite personal failings, responding to harmful treatment, and addressing serious misconduct with charity and proper Church channels.

Gregory Popcak, a Catholic psychologist, author, and counselor, explores why emotions can feel complicated in Christian life. He discusses anger, resentment, frustration, and emotional disorders; handling betrayal and adultery; staying connected amid moral disagreements; setting boundaries with adult children; and forgiving without reconciling. Peter and Paul offer a fascinating lens on temperament and spiritual growth.