#12795 How Do I Respond to Anti-Catholic Claims? Grace and Mass - Joe Heschmeyer
<p>“How do I respond to anti-Catholic claims?” This question opens a discussion on the necessity of physical church participation, addressing concerns raised by non-Catholic family members. Additional topics include the next steps for a young believer not ready for OCIA, and the qualifications for being in a state of grace, providing a well-rounded exploration of faith and doctrine.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>02:35 – My mom is not Catholic and said the Church is merely spiritual so being a part of a physical church is not needed. How do I respond to this?</li>
<li>15:32 – I’m 17 and have come to believe in the Catholic faith. I’m not in a position to join OCIA right now. What is my next step?</li>
<li>29:00 – Who qualifies us as being in the state of Grace? Who decides that?</li>
<li>40:50 – Why did God choose Jacob over Esau?</li>
<li>49:00 – Is the Mass a perpetual sacrifice? I see 2 teachings on this in the Church that contradict. When did the wrong teaching creep into the Church?</li>
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