This is the opening segment to the episode, “Get Serious About Catholicism!” In it I tackle a critical question: Are we truly taking our Catholic faith seriously? I explore the disturbing trends within the Church and underscore the need to respect sacred spaces and traditions. Join the conversation as we address the challenges of maintaining doctrinal integrity and reverence in today's world.
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Duration: 50 Minutes
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Here’s what’s covered in the full episode
00:00 - 01:00 – Introduction: Setting the tone for a hard-hitting discussion on the current state of the Church.
01:00 - 06:00 – A disturbing pattern of irreverence: A personal story from John about an incident at Mass that exemplifies the lack of respect for the sanctuary.
06:00 - 10:00 – A bold call to action: Addressing the need for serious commitment to Catholic teachings, both in individual lives and as a collective Church.
10:00 - 20:00 – Church's position in the world: Why the Church is not taking a collective stand against the surrounding culture and the need for more disciplined action.
20:00 - 30:00 – The failure during COVID-19: Reflecting on how the Church's response to the pandemic highlighted its weaknesses, and the consequences of not taking the faith seriously.
30:00 - 35:00 – Generation Z and the future of the Church: Discussing the influx of young people back to the Church and the importance of solid catechesis to support them.
35:00 - 40:00 – The final battle: Exploring the idea of the spiritual battle between good and evil and how the Church is currently not in a position to win it.
40:00 - End – Wrapping up with a call for greater commitment to the faith, and a plea for stronger, more clear leadership from the hierarchy to guide the Church forward.
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