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@darz3829 4 күн бұрын
ANYTHING supernatural or spiritual that is taken from the bible is hearsay, feelings, beliefs, hopes, and tales of imaginations, and not proven with evidence. The bible is a book mostly written by men who never even met the people they wrote about (many years after). It is also heavily edited and censored by a church that had a power and politics agenda, eliminating around 14 books (the Apocrypha). In addition, there isn't just one Christian bible - there are at least three with different numbers of chapters. There exists no provable, fact-based evidence to support any of the supernatural (spiritual) events in it. Thus, it is pure human belief - a human emotion and dependent on as many human thoughts as there are humans. To believe without factual evidence is like saying a court case should be determined by only hearsay or a feeling. It's hard to think God wouldn't hold humans to a standard that they hold themselves.
@CatholicCentralVideos 4 күн бұрын
We understand the concerns you raise about the nature of belief and evidence, and they reflect questions many people have struggled with throughout history. We’d like to offer a perspective that speaks to both faith and reason. First, while it’s true that the Bible was written by human authors, Catholics believe that these authors were inspired by God to communicate truths essential for our salvation. The Bible is not merely a historical document, but a sacred text that invites us into a relationship with God. Its value lies not only in factual detail but in the spiritual truths it conveys about who God is, who we are, and how we are called to live. Regarding historical accuracy and the transmission of the Bible, it’s important to acknowledge that ancient texts, like any work passed down through centuries, were shaped by various factors. Yet, this does not negate their spiritual depth or the enduring message of hope, redemption, and love that they offer. Considering both its human authorship and its divine inspiration, the Church has long recognized that Scripture must be interpreted with care. The Second Vatican Council’s Dei Verbum reminds us that Scripture teaches "that truth which God wanted put into the sacred writings for the sake of our salvation" (DV 11). The Bible isn’t a scientific or legal text, but a guide to understanding God’s loving plan for humanity. As for the variety of Christian Bibles and the inclusion or exclusion of certain books, these differences are often rooted in historical and theological decisions. The Catholic Church includes the Deuterocanonical books, which other Christian traditions may not. However, this doesn’t diminish the shared core of Scripture that Christians hold dear-the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Faith, by its nature, goes beyond what can be proven empirically. It’s a trust in things unseen (Hebrews 11:1). While we seek evidence in many areas of life, faith in God invites us to enter into a relationship that transcends what can be measured or quantified. This doesn’t mean we abandon reason. Rather, faith and reason work together. The Catholic tradition encourages a reasoned exploration of faith, and many brilliant minds throughout history-such as Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, and modern theologians-have demonstrated that belief in God is compatible with rational inquiry. Finally, we would encourage you to consider that the deepest truths of human experience-love, justice, beauty, and meaning-are not always reducible to empirical proof. They are things we know to be true in our hearts and lives, even when they can’t be scientifically measured. In a similar way, faith is about an encounter with the living God, an encounter that touches the heart and soul in ways that go beyond physical evidence. We hope this response opens a space for deeper reflection on the relationship between faith, reason, and the mysteries of life that we all seek to understand. God bless you on your journey!
@darz3829 4 күн бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos You have written a lengthy comment which basically says religion is just belief. I consider belief as a product of human thought which means it can't be proved, tested, and used in a practical way in the physical realm. And since it comes from humans there can be as many beliefs as there are humans. I deal in understanding of facts. Those can be tested, measured and utilized in a practical way to benefit mankind. And the end results can (usually) have one result no matter how many human minds are involved. As for my request for empirical evidence of the supernatural, I should remind you that bible is chock filled with those. But they seem to be relegated to ancient, superstitious and ignorant times. The last time anything like those "miracles" happened was around 2,000 years ago. So my reasonable request is -- why not today?
@CatholicCentralVideos Күн бұрын
Thank you for your thought-provoking comment. You raise important points about belief, reason, and the relationship between faith and empirical evidence. As a pastoral response from a Catholic perspective, I'd like to offer a few reflections that may speak to your concerns. We thank you for your well-reasoned and thought-provoking response to our answer. You bring up some common points about belief, reason, and the relationship between faith and empirical evidence. We would like to offer a few rebuttals to your argument: 1. Faith and Reason: In the Catholic tradition, faith and reason are seen not as opposites, but as complementary. As St. John Paul II wrote, "Faith and reason are like two wings on which the human spirit rises to the contemplation of truth" (Fides et Ratio). While reason helps us to explore the physical world and test empirical facts, faith opens us to truths that transcend the material world. Faith is not opposed to reason but deals with questions that reason alone cannot fully address, such as the meaning of life, human dignity, and the existence of God. 2. Belief and Human Thought: It's true that belief often involves human thought, and in that sense, it is shaped by human culture, language, and experience. However, in Catholic teaching, faith is understood as a response to divine revelation. It's not simply a matter of individual opinion, but rather a communal reception of truths revealed by God-truths that have been passed down through the centuries in Scripture and Tradition. 3. Empirical Evidence and the Supernatural: Your question about empirical evidence of the supernatural is an important one. The Church teaches that God, as the Creator of the universe, is not bound by the natural laws He created, which is why miraculous events are possible. Miracles, both in ancient times and today, are seen as signs of God's action in the world, pointing us to a deeper reality. While miracles may not happen on command, the Church has documented and rigorously investigated countless modern miracles, particularly in the process of canonizing saints. These are carefully examined and often involve medical healings that defy scientific explanation, such as those associated with the shrine at Lourdes. 4. Why Not Today?: As to why we might not see miracles in the same manner as in biblical times, part of the Catholic understanding is that God reveals Himself in different ways at different times, and that the greatest miracle-the Incarnation of Christ-occurred at a unique point in history. Yet, this does not mean that God is absent or inactive today. Many Catholics experience God's presence in profound, though often quieter, ways through the sacraments, prayer, and acts of charity. 5. Facts, Beliefs, and Human Flourishing: Finally, we appreciate your emphasis on facts that can "benefit mankind." The Catholic Church holds that science and the pursuit of knowledge are good gifts that, when used responsibly, contribute to human flourishing. Yet, we also believe that the ultimate questions of human existence-why we are here, what is our purpose, how we should live-require more than empirical facts; they require a vision of the transcendent. Catholic faith encourages a harmonious relationship between belief and reason, recognizing that while science helps us understand the material world, faith offers a path to understanding deeper truths that go beyond what can be measured or tested. Both, in their own ways, can benefit humankind and lead us to a fuller understanding of reality.
@darz3829 Күн бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos There are two realms in our experience -- the physical realm which can be tested, measured and utilized to the benefit of human kind. And the spiritual realm which is found entirely in the human mind and is invisible and not able to meet the above criteria. Since the spiritual is of man's imagination it can be anything and as many things as there are human minds and it can't be challenged. Physical facts are basically those that have a identical results when tested because -- at least in their criteria -- facts are what IS (reality) and not affected by opinion. You write -- "The Church teaches that God, as the Creator of the universe, is not bound by the natural laws He created, which is why miraculous events are possible." That certainly seems like a cop-out that is built to accommodate circumstances. But I have to ask -- how do you know God isn't bound by His own laws? All of your rebuttals actually do not really involve God. They are man-made and can stand on the human own. Humans judge those nominated for sainthood. Humans love to quote the bible yet they cannot prove anything about what is written. As for miracles, the bible is filled with them, yet miracles of the same quality are not happening (unless you have been videotaping floods to benefit Israel). And those defending this position never bring up the fact that people of thousands of years ago were ignorant and uneducated. Although, in fairness, You Tube has videos of modern magicians walking on water, turning water into wine, and levitating magicians high into the air. Anyway, everyone seems to excuse miracles. So the logical assumption is that they weren't really miracles.
@ThyBcm 6 күн бұрын
Thanks for teaching us We appreciate your videos it really teaches me alot
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 күн бұрын
You are welcome and thank you for your kind words.
@BlindBiker3 8 күн бұрын
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@SirTrafalger 8 күн бұрын
I watched this from my 8th grade religion
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 күн бұрын
We hope you enjoyed it!
@BlindBiker3 10 күн бұрын
I would not say the babies are selfish.
@cozzzyescapes 10 күн бұрын
So glad you made this video! Thank you! Easier to explain to kids!!! Love it!!
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@kennethprather9633 11 күн бұрын
Why do some Catholics think that the Father being in Jesus as the Bible states is against the Trinity? I can't follow this.. The Father is in Jesus and the Holy Spirit is in us (Christians). No way does this refute the Trinity.
@CatholicCentralVideos 11 күн бұрын
@kennethprather9633 You're so right. The Father being in Jesus, as Scripture says, doesn't contradict the Trinity but rather affirms it. The doctrine of the Trinity teaches that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are distinct persons but one in essence. When Jesus says, "The Father is in me," He’s expressing the deep unity within the Trinity. Likewise, the Holy Spirit dwelling in us is a beautiful manifestation of God’s presence in our lives, drawing us closer to the love shared within the Trinity. Your understanding highlights the mystery and beauty of our triune God!
@kennethprather9633 10 күн бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos The Holy Spirit in me allows me to talk directly to Jesus and Jesus talks directly to me and this is done over the Light of the Father that is in him. When we receive the Holy Spirit it comes with(on) the Light of the Father. I dare say that I could not hear Jesus in my head or see the visions if the Father was not in Jesus. I walk in the Light and if I fall I repent and return to the Light. We are judged by our walk. We must grow fruit of the Spirit, gain Gifts of the Spirit, do works and use our keys to put them in heaven. And do good works not of ourselves or the treasure we store up in heaven will burn up when tested and show bad on us. This is all laid out in the Vine and Branches parable. Jesus is the Vine with the Father in him. We are the Branches with the Holy Spirit in us . The Light of the Father flows from Jesus to our Holy Spirit and out. This is why I can lay hands on the sick as Mother Teresa did and move the Holy Spirit and send healing Light from me and those around me into a sick person and heal them. This is why people know you are Christian by looking at you, they sense the Light. We are to walk in the Light all of our Lives until we die. If we do not grow or fall and do not return to the Light the Father removes the Holy Spirit from us. And we go to hell if we are not saved again. We are not Judged solely on works or faith or Love. It is our walk and our ever moving closer to Jesus. My father in law was never a Christian. He went into the hospital and we came to see him on the weekend. We left for our three hour drive back home and when we arrived I received a call that he had died from a blood clot that went to the heart. What I didn't know was that an hour after we left his friend who was a Priest at the non denominational Chapel in the Saint Vincent hospital had come to see him. In 2008 I had been praying for an issue with my mother in law and her youngest daughter. I prayed to Jesus and the Father and I prayed that my father in-law would intercede and help come to a resolution. I was riding my motorcycle home one night and I had an accident . Two angels brought me to a room and a 19 year old sat down accross from me and we talked about my Mother-in-law's issue for 40 minutes. He told me it was taken care of and to take care of his daughter. It was my Father-in-law in heaven. I could see the Gate from the room we where in. But I had to go back. The way God decided to take care of the issue was to take my mother in-law to heaven with her husband. He made it to heaven with no works, no baptism, no fruit of the Spirit, no Gifts and never was in a Mass or Church service. He did not go to Purgatory to wait he said it was instant. I only believed that somehow through us he made it. I have the Gifts of Wisdom, Discernment including seeing Spirits and healing. All Christians are to ask for and use their Gifts. I wish that when I was young I had come in contact with a faith healer with more experience. I was not trained well and did not know you had to pray over 1000 people before the Gift amplifies. I grew frustrated at only healing headaches and small pains and some coming back. Even though I could feel the energy move on to the patient. And I could stay in the Spirit and place the Holy Spirit on a handkerchief. I talked to someone I regarded that did not believe in these Gifts and stopped. I shouldn't have. There are many Faith healers in the Catholic Church and many Catholic leaders say it is false. Learn!! Ask someone who knows, just because you don't have that Gift doesn't mean your son doesn't! All the Gifts are given by Jesus to who he wishes. Not who is a Preist or more closer to God ect. Find the 12 year old with the Gift of Wisdom Discernment and Healing. And train him.
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing such a deeply personal and spiritual reflection. Your faith journey, experiences, and understanding of the role of the Holy Spirit, Jesus, and the Father reflect a profound relationship with God. We’d like to offer a pastoral response that acknowledges your spiritual insights while also sharing how the Catholic Church approaches some of the points you raise, particularly regarding the Trinity, spiritual gifts, and salvation. First, your understanding of the Holy Spirit and the light of the Father flowing through Jesus reflects a powerful image of the unity of the Trinity. Indeed, the Church teaches that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one God in three persons, each distinct but fully united in essence and mission. When you describe Jesus as the vine and believers as the branches, you are beautifully echoing John 15:5, where Jesus speaks of the life-giving connection between Himself and those who follow Him. The Trinity, in this context, is the source of life, light, and grace, drawing us deeper into relationship with God. Your experience of the gifts of the Holy Spirit-healing, discernment, and wisdom-is in line with Catholic teaching on spiritual gifts. St. Paul speaks of these gifts in 1 Corinthians 12, where he reminds us that the Spirit gives different gifts to each person for the building up of the body of Christ. The Church believes that these gifts are real and active, meant to be used for the benefit of others and the spread of God’s kingdom. It’s encouraging to hear your testimony of praying for and using these gifts to help others. While the Church is careful to ensure that spiritual experiences are discerned properly, it does not deny the reality of God’s power working through individuals. When it comes to healing and the laying on of hands, the Catholic Church recognizes the importance of prayer and the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. While not every believer may be called to faith healing in the way you describe, God’s grace is present in all acts of love and service. Your call to nurture the gifts in young people is also important. The Church values the guidance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of all its members, young and old, and encourages the discernment and development of spiritual gifts within the community. Regarding your father-in-law’s story, it touches on the Catholic understanding of God’s mercy and grace. While the Church teaches the importance of baptism, the sacraments, and living a life of faith, it also believes that God’s mercy is boundless and that He alone knows the state of each soul. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 1257) affirms that God is not limited by the sacraments. The Church entrusts to God's mercy those who may not have had the opportunity to know Him in the way we understand, trusting that He desires the salvation of all people (1 Timothy 2:4). Your experience of praying for your father-in-law and the peace you received through your vision can be understood as a sign of God’s grace working in your life and the life of your family. Finally, regarding salvation, the Catholic Church teaches that we are saved by grace through faith, and this faith is lived out through love and good works. It is not our works that save us, but our response to God’s love and grace. The Church acknowledges that our journey of faith is ongoing, and we are called to grow in holiness and stay close to God. Your insight that we are judged by our walk with God, always striving to live in His light, reflects this truth. Thank you again for sharing your journey, your faith, and your experiences with the Holy Spirit. We encourage you to continue seeking God’s will in your life, deepening your relationship with Christ, and sharing the light of faith with those around you. God bless you, and may He continue to guide and strengthen you in your spiritual walk.
@ConettaF 12 күн бұрын
Then you. Was looking for a video explaining what confirmation is. Well beyond my expectations. Very nicely done.
@CatholicCentralVideos 11 күн бұрын
You're welcome, we are glad you liked our video!
@lucydilinna3557 13 күн бұрын
thanks
@CatholicCentralVideos 13 күн бұрын
You're welcome!
@Maria-mt3he 15 күн бұрын
I was a pagan and in 2013, I became a protestant fast forward 2017 my brother got married and became a Catholic I talked to my sister in law about the Catholic faith and didn't agree with her on some things, but what really converted me was experiencing jesus in the eucharist through my charism My brother and sister still live with my parents and me, so every week, they would go to church and receive communion. I would feel the presence of God with them, like in them and around them every week one day i decided to go to church with my sister and brother, bamm I felt the presence of God and mary in the Catholic Church in the most fulfilled way i felt them hugging me and welcoming me and I felt that they were so delighted that I made it despite the struggles They were so proud of me because it was not easy Fast forward 6 months later I took rcia and became Catholic and everything that my sister told me about the faith bore fruits and my life has never been more fulfilling and happy because of jesus and his church I never felt fulfilled as a protestant and pagan I always felt unhappy My gift was discernment of spirits Yes, I had it verified by a priest spiritual director after I became Catholic This is why I believe in the eucharist When I ate the eucharist I experience the perfect love and perfect presence of God around me and in me That's when I knew that it was real
@CatholicCentralVideos 14 күн бұрын
Wow, thank you for your beautiful conversion story!
@french_exit 15 күн бұрын
Guys what’s his insta
@french_exit 15 күн бұрын
I was watching this for school but can I just say Kai is soooo fine bro
@CatholicCentralVideos 13 күн бұрын
We have passed this compliment on to Kai.
@ldrluvrr 9 күн бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos thanks for letting him know
@curious5661 16 күн бұрын
The Catholic Church a criminal organisation that shields child abusers from the law.
@virginlamo8202 17 күн бұрын
Are these the American Catholic History guys?
@CatholicCentralVideos 17 күн бұрын
We are not sure what you mean by that.
@cacadodo666 20 күн бұрын
Before vatican 2, this was not true. The story of creation was to be taken literally, and not to bend to the ever changing finds , interpretations and whims of science.
@CatholicCentralVideos 18 күн бұрын
Thank you for raising this important concern. It’s understandable to question how teachings may seem to change or adapt over time, particularly about significant moments like the Second Vatican Council (Vatican II). Firstly, the Catholic Church has always believed that Scripture contains the revealed word of God, and as such, it must be interpreted with reverence and care. The Church has never mandated a purely literal interpretation of every passage in Scripture. Even long before Vatican II, there were Catholic theologians and Church Fathers who understood that parts of Scripture, including the creation accounts in Genesis, used symbolic or figurative language to communicate deeper truths about God and creation. For example, St. Augustine (4th century), one of the greatest theologians in the history of the Church, argued that the creation story should not be understood as a strict, literal account of how the world came to be but as a way to teach profound truths about God, humanity, and the universe. His writings show that long before modern science, the Church was open to various interpretations of the creation story that go beyond a literal six-day creation. What Vatican II affirmed was not a rejection of traditional teachings, but a continuation of the Church’s longstanding tradition of faith and reason working together. In its document Dei Verbum (The Word of God), Vatican II emphasized that the Bible teaches "that truth which God wanted put into the sacred writings for the sake of our salvation" (DV, 11). This means that the Bible communicates fundamental truths about who God is, who we are as His creatures, and His plan for our salvation-but it doesn't necessarily provide a scientific textbook on how the physical universe was formed. Vatican II helped the Church to express more clearly that faith and science can coexist without contradiction. This does not mean that the Church "bends" to the findings of science, but rather that the Church recognizes that scientific discoveries can help illuminate the ways in which God's creative wisdom unfolds in the world. In the same way that Galileo’s discoveries about the solar system eventually found harmony with Church teachings, the Church today holds that scientific findings about the origins of the universe and human life do not contradict the essential truth that God is the Creator of all things.
@renren_ 28 күн бұрын
Reupload?
@CatholicCentralVideos 24 күн бұрын
We will occasionally re-release an episode that we feel needs to be highlighted due to current circumstances.
@318webgal 29 күн бұрын
I love the information but please cut out the portion where the actor is engaged in trying to break a speed record for signing himself.
@CatholicCentralVideos 28 күн бұрын
We have always intended Catholic Central and its sister program Lente Catolico to help people outside of the Church (and those in the Church who may not have had a lot of catechesis) understand our faith. We try to present it in such a way that is informative and entertaining. The humor was directed at the mistaken assumption that quantity of prayers or rubrics is as important as quality. We hoped to convey that when the sign of the cross becomes just a physical action unaccompanied by an interior action of the spirit (as is certainly the case here with Nick) it's far from meaningful prayerfulness. We felt that a "race against time" was the best way to make the point. Sorry it doesn't work for you, and no irreverence intended. Thanks for joining us, we always appreciate our viewers' input.
@TevadaPay-Pey 29 күн бұрын
Excuse me, as a recent convert I'll just comment how this sounds to me. Theistic evolution runs somethings like this: God uses death to make a Paradise where no death exists where our Primordial Parents Adam and Eve could live unaffected by death, but then they commit original sin returning them to the state of their parents (death), and then Jesus comes to save us from death because death's evil while also being the same method which God used to create an entire species destined for eternal life. In sum, death made life (Adam and Eve) whose lives introduced death who through sin (the fruit) who then whose progeny made Jesus the Son of Man and God to saved us from death. Never mind the science, but by your interpretations of Scripture, I can't honestly recommend Christianity to anyone if Christ's is nothing more than a God of death. Evolution as presented in Darwin's book where a species might adapt new traits to better survive doesn't contradict with biblical teaching, but to say that this process of death to attain a better form would have ultimated ended in a species fit to then bear a rational soul is utterly diabolical. Adam was literally the Son of God. Scratch Adam, Jesus was literally the Son of God, both 100% man and God. Are we to say Jesus the Son of Man was born from a man whose parent was an animal? If the primordial parent of Jesus was an animal then why should Jesus, God, have Adam dishonor his parents by giving Adam the son of the animal dominion over all animals? Can a son honor his father by usurping the father's will? In a disordered world, maybe, least by Jesus's prescription to rise against the immorality of one's father, but according to evolution we'd have to believe God would have started with the disorder of a son usurping his father to create order. Nonetheless, if the Commandment's to obey your father and mother, why would God contradict His own commandment when making His creation by giving Adam dominion over his own parents? To speak more on this would be foolish, I imagine. I'll end by saying that Theistic Evolution as proposed today makes atheism highly credible. You can not smile and tell the world that God was such an idiot that He at the beginning would have planned from the beginning to write the 5th Commandment while also from the beginning ordain Adam and Eve to have dominion over their own animal parents. The magisterium is right when it says that evolution doesn't have to contradict with faith, as the process of adaptation is a real phenomenon, but to say God created man from processes of evolution (i.e. death) favors athiesm at best and the belief in an unjust God at worst. Death, and the process of evolution found in Darwin's observations, had to have been a consequence of original sin. If death existed before the Fall, worse, if death was the primary means of creation, of making man to then make Jesus to save us from death... why we may as well plant a nuke under St. Peter's Basilica because a why would we need Jesus to save us from what created us? If millions of years of death were the primary means God used to create man, then we may as well end Christianity, this whole nonsense about pro-life, to become pro-death. Who knows, least according to theistic evolution, God may plant a kind of soul higher than a man's compatible with the Holy Spirit if like the animal souls, the men planted with man souls caused enough death. Of course, that's nonsense, but you guys try to make it seem right. Nonetheless, we may stay at peace knowing that a lie can not last forever. Only truth remains, and should this whole world become godless again with a church that is dead, Christ will live again with His church because our God is a God who resurrects. It's just who He is. Even when the entire world speaks against Him, God's a King who may go against the entirety of His people for the sake of His people and win.
@CatholicCentralVideos 24 күн бұрын
Your extensive and passionate comment illustrates the challenge of navigating the theological waters of science and biblical interpretation. Your understanding reminds us of Eastern traditions. But whether Eastern or Western, the most important thing is that we are both called to the voyage of faith, hope and love on the same deathless sea of salvation, thanks be to Jesus Christ. As fellow voyagers we wish you Godspeed, and we thank you for joining the conversation.
@MonicaHolt-m7o 29 күн бұрын
St John's College Hamilton 9LU The Lost Sheep, Good Samaritan, the Prodigal Son
@JamesMartinelli-jr9mh Ай бұрын
No apostle ever was in Byzantium / Constantinople. It's incorrect to call it a patriarchy.
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
While it’s true that none of the original apostles directly founded the Church in Byzantium, the importance of Constantinople as a patriarchate is rooted in both historical developments and the Church's understanding of apostolic succession. The city of Byzantium, later Constantinople, became a significant Christian center due to its status as the new capital of the Roman Empire under Emperor Constantine. The First Council of Constantinople in 381 and later the Council of Chalcedon in 451 recognized Constantinople as having a special place of honor, "second in eminence and power to Rome" due to its imperial significance and its growing Christian community. The Church has always believed that apostolic authority is not confined strictly to geographic locations where the apostles physically ministered. Instead, it is passed down through apostolic succession-the unbroken line of bishops that trace their spiritual heritage to the apostles themselves. Constantinople’s role as a patriarchate reflects this broader understanding of how the Church recognizes and honors centers of significant Christian life and leadership. It's important to remember that titles like "patriarchate" or "see" are expressions of the Church's mission to maintain unity and order in a global faith community. These titles are not just about historical facts but about the spiritual guidance that these centers provide to the faithful. We hope this helps to clarify the reasoning behind the Church’s recognition of Constantinople as a patriarchate. The Church continues to value the wisdom and spiritual heritage of all its ancient sees, including Constantinople, as integral to our shared Christian journey.
@deniz4057 Ай бұрын
Haha very funny and beautiful video! I was baptized in Latin Church and I attend an Armenian Rite Church for 3 years. Actually, like you mentioned in the video, I find more positive and helpful to focusing on becoming Christ-like rather than focusing on my sins yet I adore both theologies and my Patron Saint is Padre Pio! I try to pray daily Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet and Jesus Prayer as much as I can. God bless you dear sisters and brothers! ✝️
@emotamale Ай бұрын
Libby's singing gave me chills in a good way :)
@καπετάνΡάιαν Ай бұрын
The details that were presented are accurate. As a catholic, I am thankful for lay faithful who spreads Church history with transparency. May we learn well from our history!
@ageingrapidly Ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this one. So as I understand it, as an English speaker what complicates the underlying message from Jesus via the scriptures is the limited nature of the English language when it comes to explaining 'love', rather like its inability to explain the different types of snow to an Inuit, for example. Now I know that when the Bible mentions 'love' it originally meant one of four different words, each a different and clearly defined *type* of love, it makes everything much, much clearer.
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words!
@jacobfiorenza6250 Ай бұрын
Hello Libby and Kai, the video was very heartwarming! xx The friends spoof was hilarious. Haha, keep up the great work. Love, the year 9-2 class of 2024, from Australia :) <3
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
We are glad you like it!
@lucynwobi771 Ай бұрын
Freedom to be the best ❤
@Noahthegreat78888 Ай бұрын
AMEN😊
@atyeo830 Ай бұрын
Should your finger touch the belly and not the heart in making the sign of the cross? I heard from friends that we should reach our finger to the belly for the " and of the son" is this right because I don't reach my belly but the middle chest
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
Whatever is comfortable for you. Some like to make the grand gesture of going from the forehead to their belly while others will do the more compact head to chest, we don't think neither is incorrect. The mechanics of this ritual are really less important than the statement. The Sign of the Cross is a sign of our Catholic identity, when we say "Amen" we are saying that we truly believe that what we are about to do or say is "In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit."
@atyeo830 Ай бұрын
What is the proper way in making the sign of the cross
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
Traditionally, as we say in the video, Latin Rite (or Roman) Catholics generally start at the forehead ("In the name of the Father") and then transit down to their chest ("and of the Son") and then make a lateral gesture from their left shoulder to their right shoulder ("and of the Holy Spirit, amen.). Their are some variations that we show in the video, but this is the most common way that Roman Catholics do the sign of the Cross.
@Tom_McMurtry 22 күн бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos do some also sign from right to left instead of left to right?
@CatholicCentralVideos 22 күн бұрын
@@Tom_McMurtry Yes, we explain that in the episode.
@Tom_McMurtry 22 күн бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos oh sorry I must have not heard it. A lapse of concentration :)
@ageingrapidly Ай бұрын
Another really informative video, one which I skipped ahead to view (I'm making my way through your Episode Guide from beginning to end) because I felt I didn't really understand why the Rosary is so important to many Catholics. Can I also say that the way you handle comments is a great example of practising what is preached. You give full and honest answers to genuine queries that are raised, but those that are mischievous, spiteful or just plain obnoxious are dealt with in a calm and non-confrontational way and with a respect that often isn't accorded to you.
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
Thank you so much! We have a lovely Catholic deacon here who handles most of the comments on this channel, and he does a marvelous job.
@Jeziahaumua Ай бұрын
saved me alot of time for my school work. easy A thank u CC
@KeithDvorak Ай бұрын
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@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words!
@ageingrapidly Ай бұрын
For a lapsed Catholic looking to return to the Faith, and struggling to find help doing this through his parish, this channel and the whole Catholic Central initiative are proving so useful. Thank you.
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
We are glad we can help. We hold you in prayer and wish you the best in your faith journey.
@Zona-w9i Ай бұрын
are you trying to say that peter was a successor to Jesus then? how do you reconcile the fact that evil men have attained the office off pop? how can it be a holy office appointed by Jesus himself if the seat has been inhabited by men who are certainly not with Christ after they left it? i was under the impression that Jesus was the way the truth and the light. and nobody enters into the kingdom of god except through him. i read that in the bible though i hope that doesnt make me a heretic worth an inquisition and a tortured confession
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
Dear @user-ms5qt1zq6d Snarky as your comment may be, we thank you for your inquiry. It touches on important aspects of Catholic teaching and history, and we appreciate the opportunity to address them with the respect and clarity they deserve and, hopefully, alleviate any misconceptions you may have regarding the pope. Peter as the Successor to Jesus: In the Catholic tradition, Peter is considered the first Pope because Jesus appointed him as the leader of His disciples. This is based on passages such as Matthew 16:18-19, where Jesus says to Peter, "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven." The early Church understood this foundational role to mean that Peter's leadership and the authority given to him would continue through his successors. The Reality of Human Weakness: Indeed, some Popes throughout history have not lived up to the high moral and spiritual standards expected of their office. The Church acknowledges this painful reality. However, the Catholic belief is that the office of the Pope, as the spiritual successor to Peter, is part of God's plan for guiding the Church. The infallibility of the Pope, as defined by the Church, applies only in very specific and limited circumstances related to teaching on faith and morals, not to the personal holiness or sinfulness of the individual holding the office. Holiness Despite Human Flaws: The Catholic Church teaches that Jesus is indeed "the way, the truth, and the life" (John 14:6) and that salvation comes through Him. The role of the Pope and the Church's hierarchy is to serve as a means by which Jesus' teachings and grace are communicated to the faithful. The imperfections of individuals within the Church, including its leaders, do not negate the holiness of the Church itself or the validity of its mission. The Church believes that the Holy Spirit continues to guide it despite human failings. Historical Context and Growth: History shows us that the Church has faced many trials and has been led by individuals of varying degrees of virtue and vice. The presence of "evil men" in the papacy at times is a sad testament to the fact that all humans are susceptible to sin. However, the Church has also been graced with many holy leaders who have greatly contributed to its mission. The Catholic understanding is that God works through human history, including its failures, to bring about His ultimate plan of salvation. Your Faith and Questions: Your reliance on the Bible and your sincere search for truth are commendable and deeply respected within the Catholic Church. The Church encourages the faithful to engage with Scripture and to seek understanding and truth. Your questions do not make you a heretic; rather, they show a commitment to seeking deeper understanding. The Catholic tradition values reason, faith, and ongoing dialogue as means to grow closer to God. In conclusion, the Catholic Church holds that the papacy is a sacred office established by Jesus, with a mission to shepherd His followers. While human weakness can affect those who hold this office, the Church trusts in the Holy Spirit's guidance and the enduring truth of Jesus' promise to be with His Church always (Matthew 28:20). We hope this helps!
@Zona-w9i Ай бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos your claims to authority are very shaky and you have to admit that, if the catholic church is wrong and doesnt have the authority they claim, would offend the Lord greatly. if your wrong you are TERRIBLY wrong. what is worse than claiming the power of god or to be god or like god? what happens to false prohets and those who lead people away from the word? or those who add to or subtract from it? i think the tradition stuff is cool but im worried for my soul i cant be catholic because i gave my soul to Jesus already. i cannot accept that a man could judge me for anything
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
@@Zona-w9i , we must disagree with you. Our claims to authority are rooted in Scripture. After the resurrection, Peter became the head of this new movement. Both secular and religious records then record Linus as the successor to Peter. Since then, the Church has had an unbroken line of succession. This can be proven. We do not see this as being a “shaky claim.” Another area where you are wrong is the statement that says we “claim the power of God” and that we claim the pope to be God or like God. We see the Pope as a flawed human being, like the rest of us. Of course, someone in your position may feel that he is a false prophet who is leading us away from God, but that is your prerogative. But we feel that if you were to look at what we, as Catholics, believe, you would realize that we are not much different from other Christian faith traditions - especially since all those faith traditions grew out of the Catholic Church. The last of your statements we would like to take issue with is that you seem to think we owe our souls to someone other than God. Nothing could be further from the truth. Like you, we surrender our souls the Jesus. The purpose of the Church (and other faiths) is to make sure that we continue to follow Him. Finally, your last line also supposes that our Pope judges us for our sins or worthiness. Again, that is false. We are all flawed and sinful human beings, and the Church recognizes this and helps us to overcome our sinfulness. No one person is worthy of the mercy of God, but we also understand that God is a loving and merciful God. Jesus freed us from our sins but not our propensity to sin. Our faith helps us to see those areas in our lives where we have turned away from God and gives us a way to return to him. But no one in the Church has the power to judge us the way God does, that is His and His alone. We thank you for your questions and hope that we have helped shed some light on those areas where you have been misinformed.
@Zona-w9i Ай бұрын
@@CatholicCentralVideos does the pope not have the authority to condemn people to hell? does he have the authority to reduce or increase your time in purgatory? can he excommunicate you? that is judgement over souls. an authority that belongs to the Lord only. i disagree that Jesus bestowed any authority to Peter. your lineage doesnt have any impact on whether or not Peter was given the authority the pope claims now, so it was moot point. it all hinges on whether or not Peter was given special power or not. if your wrong you are probably making God angry.
@CatholicCentralVideos Ай бұрын
@@Zona-w9i Once again, we must say that you are woefully misinformed. We are not sure where you are getting your information from, but suffice it to say you may want to look elsewhere. No, the Pope does not have the authority to condemn people to hell, that is not what Catholics believe. No, the Pope has no authority over what happens to you in purgatory. Yes, the Pope can excommunicate you, but that only means that you are no longer part of the Catholic community, it does not condemn you to Hell. Regarding Peter, you are wrong again. In Matthew 16:16-19, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah. For flesh and blood* has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father. And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” That seems to be a pretty compelling argument, that being said, we do not believe Peter was anything more than a human being. If you are a Christian, and it appears to us that you are, we would urge you to embrace that which we have in common rather than what divides us. Division is the work of the devil. Jesus said this about anyone who preaches in his name, which we both do, “There is no one who performs a mighty deed in my name who can at the same time speak ill of me. For whoever is not against us is for us.” (MK 9:38)
@ramonam9251 Ай бұрын
Mary is dressed like a Jewish maiden with an Aztec black sash representing pregnancy. OL of Guadalupe has green eyes, a mestiza.
@Independentminded1965 Ай бұрын
Answered my question and cracked me up!😆
@janicerebello5843 Ай бұрын
Thankyou
@kennethprather9633 Ай бұрын
Ok, One god we can find that in the bible. Three equal but of different functions persons Father , Son , and Holy Spirit each God but not the other. Bible God is Love. Bible The Father is in the Son but not the Son. This is in the Bible The Holy Spirit is in us. This is in the Bible. The Father is Spirit and the Holy Spirit is Spirit. This is in the bible. The son is not Spirit and has Mind, soul, body, and Spirit (The Father) as we have. Christians have Mind soul body and Spirits (Holy Spirit) We can talk to the Son and Father in him and he can speak directly to us. We receive the Holy Spirit upon belief in Jesus as our lord and savior with the Light. In the bible. The Father can not be seen but his Light can be. In the bible. The holy Spirit can not be seen but can be felt as a wind. In the bible. I don't understand why people say there is a difference between Catholic Trinity and others. Is there not only one trinity basis and understanding?
@SeaJay_Oceans Ай бұрын
All Doggos go to Heaven... And if they don't I am complainng to Jesus once I get there ! WHO LET THE DOGS IN ! WOOF WOOF WOO WOO WOOF ! Cats too, if they want to come in, you know how cats are ... very independent !
@SeaJay_Oceans Ай бұрын
It is 2,024 A.D. & the first time anyone explained corporal works of mercy and the spiritual works of mercy to me. Hey, took nearly 2,000 years for the message to reach me, but thanks ! :-) These Mercy ideas are Hugely powerful ideas put into Action. Wish I had known them in the 1970s ! 😀
@SeaJay_Oceans Ай бұрын
I am told kids had this as a song in Catholic School ? We didn't get Mercy songs in public school...
@narayanjadhav7014 Ай бұрын
Very Very nice explanation, Thank you for your help
@emilcioran2919 2 ай бұрын
Wow, great video!
@jeffreypomeroy1108 2 ай бұрын
Great video. I was raised and still part of the RCC. Although I feel this is the right fit, I do appreciate the Eastern Catholic churches. I have been to a Greek Byzantine Catholic church, Maronite Catholic Church. I hope that before the summer is over or early fall I can attend the Ukrainian Catholic church. I also just discovered in St. Paul, we have a Syro Malabar church. I hope one day I can attend. I really appreciate the liturgy of the Eastern Catholic churches.
@niecybrunson8404 2 ай бұрын
What’s the fourth commandment
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 ай бұрын
We could tell you but we would prefer that you watch the video. 😊
@johnmclawrence4676 2 ай бұрын
The sabbath day is not sunday its saturday according to the bible and the 10 commandments , please folks read your bible infact it was the pagan roman emperor that change the sabbath day from saturday to sunday in the year 321 his name was constantine, sunday is not a holy day and it's not the sabbath its the day the pagans worship on even in the catholic catchisism it says so.
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 ай бұрын
The Catholic Church teaches that Sunday is the day for Christian worship based on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the practice of the early Church. This observance has theological roots in the New Testament and the early Christian community, and the formal recognition by Constantine was a later development that aligned with existing Christian practice rather than creating it.
@feministforwomenright32918 2 ай бұрын
i am writing this extremely disrespectful comment video about Pro Life. Why not Pro choice? they are a bloody cells and your saying women that have been raped have to keep the baby? you say every life matter but what about all those kids in foster care and orphange that have no family. let's not start worrying about some cells and the kids in foster care and orphanage and have a chance to live a happy life. because their life is worth more than a bunch of cells.
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and concerns. It is clear that you are passionate about the topic of life and the value of human dignity, especially as it pertains to women. We appreciate the opportunity to engage in a respectful dialogue on this important issue. The Catholic Church holds a firm belief in the sanctity of all human life, from conception to natural death. This belief is rooted in the understanding that every person is made in the image and likeness of God, and thus, every life has inherent value and dignity. Regarding your points, we would like to offer some perspectives that may help clarify the Church’s stance: 1. Respect for All Life: The Church believes that life begins at conception, and therefore, even what may appear to be "a bunch of cells" is considered a human life with potential and worth. This belief is not just a matter of religious doctrine but is also supported by scientific understanding of human development. 2. Support for Women: The Church recognizes the profound and often painful circumstances surrounding cases of rape and understands the immense suffering involved. It seeks to offer compassionate support to women facing such situations, advocating for healing and providing resources to help them. The Church’s pro-life stance is not intended to impose additional suffering but to uphold the dignity of both the mother and the child. 3. Foster Care and Adoption: The plight of children in foster care and orphanages is indeed a serious issue. The Church actively promotes and supports initiatives that provide loving homes for these children. It also encourages the faithful to consider adoption and foster care as acts of charity and love. Every child, born and unborn, deserves a chance to live a full and happy life, and the Church works to ensure that children in foster care receive the support and opportunities they need. 4. Holistic Approach to Life: The Church's pro-life stance is comprehensive, addressing all stages of life. This includes not only opposition to abortion but also advocating for social justice, healthcare, education, and support for vulnerable populations. The commitment to life extends beyond birth, seeking to ensure that every person has the opportunity to flourish. In conclusion, the Church's pro-life position is rooted in a deep respect for the dignity of every human being and a commitment to supporting all individuals, especially those in vulnerable situations. I hope this response provides some clarity and fosters a spirit of mutual understanding and respect.
@Naftal-Negongo-jnr 2 ай бұрын
Please help, i am doing a study on the matter, can you please refer me to a place in the holy scriptures that covers this matter? thanks
@CatholicCentralVideos 2 ай бұрын
Please watch the video for an explanation about this form of prayer.
@eden22.7 2 ай бұрын
❤🙂
@prasannasilva4360 2 ай бұрын
God bless you and your families!