Catholic Answers LIVE
Catholic Answers Live, hosted by Cy Kellett, is a daily, two-hour radio program dedicated to Catholic apologetics and evangelization. According to listener surveys, it is a runaway favorite on Catholic stations across America.
As a call-in program, Catholic Answers Live connects listeners to prominent leaders in the Church today—including scholars, nuns, priests, bishops, and cardinals—and touches on every aspect of our lives as Christians. You'll hear discussions on just about everything relating to the Church: doctrinal controversies, family concerns, social issues, evangelization, ethics…you name it!
Catholic Answers Live airs every Monday through Friday from 6-8 PM Eastern (3-4 PM Pacific) on over 360 AM and FM stations in the United States, Sirius Satellite Radio channel 130, and through the Internet at catholic.com. If you can't listen live, you can subscribe to our podcast or download individual shows from our MP3 archive.
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Most Recent Episodes
<p>“Can we have absolute assurance of salvation?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of faith and security in salvation. Other topics include responding to Southern Baptist views on the parable of Lazarus, the concerns of a Protestant considering OCIA, and strategies for evangelizing Muslims.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>02:50 – Can We Have Absolute Assurance of Salvation?</li>
<li>12:38 – How do you respond to a Southern Baptist that denies the story of the Lazarus and rich man establishes the immediate judgement?</li>
<li>20:13 – I’m protestant and considering OCIA but I hesitate on the rules that change in Catholics. How do we know rules won’t change in the future like attending Sunday mass, women veiling, etc.?</li>
<li>32:37 – Is it correct to say the Sadducees and Pharisees had a similar relationship as Catholics and Protestants. Is this true?</li>
<li>43:16 – How do we effectively evangelize Muslims especially when they come across as arrogant and even resort to using foul language?</li>
<li>50:30 – How do I better explain apologetics to a crowd that is not religious at work?</li>
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<p>“How is the Mass a sacrifice if nothing seems to be sacrificed?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of the Mass, alongside inquiries about the practice of intinction in the U.S. and the reasons behind the removal of kneelers in some churches. Additional topics include the relationship between the Mass and Hebrews 10:14, and proper etiquette before Mass.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>01:40 – How is the Mass a Sacrifice if nothing seems to be sacrificed?</li>
<li>12:37 – How common is intinction practiced in the US?</li>
<li>15:11 – I’m not Catholic. Why did the Church take out kneelers?</li>
<li>23:26 – How does the Mass not contradict Hebrews 10:14?</li>
<li>33:03 – Is it licit to say, “my Lord and God” during the consecration?</li>
<li>41:19 – Is there proper etiquette for silence prior to mass?</li>
<li>44:58 – I am a protestant and I would like to understand the order of the mass. Could you help me make it understandable?</li>
<li>50:25 – When did priests start wearing vestments?</li>
<li>52:03 – Why do the priests stay away from telling people what they need to do at home during the homily?</li>
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<p>“How do you reach young people online and teach faith?” This question opens a discussion on effective strategies for engaging youth in their faith journey. Additional topics include addressing concerns about pre-marital sex with college students and the challenges faced by religious educators in reaching teens. The conversation also touches on teaching methods for confirmation classes and engaging late teens exploring Catholicism.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>02:22 – How do you reach young people online to help them encounter Christ offline?</li>
<li>07:56 – How do I explain to my niece who is in college who only sees the problem with pre-marital sex the potential of getting pregnant even though she was raised Catholic?</li>
<li>15:21 – I’m a religious educator for teens and I feel like I don’t have enough resources to reach them. What are your thoughts?</li>
<li>29:11 – I’m a catechist. Is it unrealistic to only teach in a classroom setting for 11–17-year-olds?</li>
<li>39:53 – I’m a confirmation teacher. How do I get them to talk?</li>
<li>47:48 – I’m a catechist and am getting a lot of late teens and early 20’s who want to explore Catholicism but have no background in faith. Where do you recommend I begin with them?</li>
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<p>“Are aborted babies doomed to hell?” This question leads to a discussion on the Church’s teachings regarding the fate of aborted infants. Additionally, the conversation touches on whether the magisterium can override scripture and how to engage with a Protestant partner about differing interpretations of faith.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>04:38 – Does the Church teach that aborted babies are doomed to hell?</li>
<li>19:02 – Can the magisterium override scripture?</li>
<li>30:55 – What are your thoughts on when conversing with a protestant who adheres to sola scriptura about pointing out how they should accept one’s interpretation of scripture since they don’t accept any other authority?</li>
<li>42:13 – I’m protestant dating a Catholic. I found out that her understanding of Catholicism is lacking. How do I talk to her and correct her without sounding condescending?</li>
<li>50:00 – If we were meant for the afterlife, how come we all fight death?</li>
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<p>“How can I help my friend consider Catholicism?” This question opens a discussion on various approaches to sharing faith, including how to engage with family members who oppose conversion. Other topics include the Church’s evolving stance on women and birth control, the moral implications of supporting war, and addressing doubts about salvation among non-Catholic friends.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>03:11 – How do you talk to a parent or sibling who is strongly opposed to one’s desires to become Catholic?</li>
<li>20:28 – There’s evidence that the Church position on women has changed over the years. Doesn’t allow birth control because of natural law, vs the subjugation of women being a part of natural law? The Church’s denial of birth control contradicts the church’s rejection of the subjugation of women.</li>
<li>28:42 – I’m a veteran. Is it a mortal sin to support a war?</li>
<li>32:29 – I’m a convert. My wife has no interest. How can I gently nudge her?</li>
<li>43:14 – My non-Catholic friend said she says a lot of division among Catholic influencers online especially about salvation. This has caused her to doubt and would like clarification on exactly what the Church teaches on salvation? How can I help her consider Catholicism?</li>
<li>50:11 – My friend is considering Catholicism but his big hang up is female altar servers. He says it’s a rupture from tradition. How can I help guide him?</li>
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