Apologetics Ninja w/ Trent Horn

[@Selahsmum]

As a "protestant" who feels very drawn to the Catholic church, I will say that I get the idea that everyone has a different apostalate, and that there should be people who simply focus on the apologetics for Catholicism and not into any of the controversies. That being said, as someone who is on the outside looking in and feels incredibly drawn to the truth of the Catholic faith, the magisterial teaching and tradition, the sacraments, etc, I am also appalled at the problems with the leadership right now, and its people like Matt Fradd who are willing to address those things, and still be unapologetically Catholic, actually make me *more* drawn to the faith, not less. When folks just act like there is no controversy, there are no problems, it turns me off. So thank you, Matt, for finding that great balance of saying, "Im not going to gaslight people; there are problems. But there have *always* been problems because the church is peopled with sinful people and we're still Catholic because it's the church Christ founded". Or, Im paraphrasing there but you know what I mean. :)

[@DavidRodriguez-cm2qg]

You're always welcome, we need you! I'll be praying for your journey. +JMJ

[@josephpostma1787]

Trent is not denying any problems. We all have our focuses. Trent goes to a byzantine catholic church so therefore he is denying the validity of other forms of the mass; this seems to follow the same logic that Trent is denying something just because he doesn't talk about such-and-such topic. Do I think Trent's words on the sinful practices of men inside the hierarchy of the Church could be helpful? Yes, I believe his approach on the matter would be ideal, though I believe it would be best done on another channel so as to not dilute the apologetics channel. Has Trent said such sinful practices are fine or that we should not worry about such acts? I believe he has not; could I be wrong? I suppose but I find it unlikely. In resolution, I do not comprehend how Trent Horn the Catholic apologist denies controversies or problems in the church by not reporting them.

[@thehonestlife3618]

I second this comment!

[@NM-tl6pe]

My conversion from 20 year atheist to believer came suddenly a few months back. It is astounding to me, because I loved debating Christian apologists, that I could be one way and now be completely different. I have the RCIA study materials and will be starting when fall classes kick in after summer break.

[@tinygold772]

So wondeful! I too am doing RCIA just home from Mass today and still in wonder at it all - this is the first mass I’ve taken my 13 year old son to also and he wanted to come - only God can make any of this possible - I was so filled with joy standing in line with my son to get a blessing from our Priest

[@1901elina]

I'm curious what prompted the change? I'm also a recent convert (this October lol) but I wasn't debating Christians, so I'm curious what would make one do a 180 like that.

[@piouspapist]

That's awesome man! God Bless. I'm a young Christian Apologist, we got to get you in the ranks. I'll pray for your perseverance and discernment in your path.

[@piouspapist]

@@1901elinaI'd say possibly a good argument or in most cases I have experienced with atheists they will say there was an emotional experience they can't explain unless it was from God.

[@1901elina]

​​@@piouspapist I just converted in October and that was not the case for me. I now realize I was going through spiritual warfare in the hard times I was having and God led me to the information I needed, but I had no experience that felt supernatural. I just found a lot of evidence that convinced me it was literally true and Jesus really rose from the dead and eventually went "I can't believe I believe."

[@DavidOmaha1]

"Ninja" suggests stealth and subterfuge. Trent is more a Samurai: bold, noble, and dedicated to his chosen form.

[@jayakron3076]

Who knew that to sit in front of a microphone a few hours a week and write a few books that rehash Catholic themes would earn the distinction of "Samurai." People are so easily impressed with these professional Catholics, and are apparently unaware of the huge amount of money they take in from your donations.

[@cadian101st]

Ninja hold a weird spot, at least during the Sengoku Jidai, as possibly the most moral and loyal warriors in Japan. While a samurai could slaughter peasants and stab his lord in the back, you very rarely saw that from a ninja. While in certain social regards the samurai hold a similar place to knights, their ethical obligations were explicitly pagan, with the few exceptions being a step in embracing Buddhist compassion, and an even fewer being Christian (who were rapidly snuffed out)

[@phylocybe_]

@@jayakron3076 he's done more for the world than you will ever do.

[@NorthCountry84]

“the world’s youngest boomer. “ I literally laughed out loud on that one

[@ultimateoriginalgod]

Sauce?

[@SirThomasJFoolery]

@@ultimateoriginalgod kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIbMeo2bnKqkaac

[@RobRod305]

Didn’t beat the previous Trent Horn interview’s length Smh. Guess you just need to do another one!

[@Ryan78900]

Thats rude

[@chrisvandermerwe7111]

It just happened!

[@Ryan78900]

@@chrisvandermerwe7111 tell me right now Chris VANER Merwe....WHAT JUST HAPPENED?!?!!???!??!??!??!?

[@chrisvandermerwe7111]

@@Ryan78900 Matt just did another interview with Trent!

[@Ryan78900]

@@chrisvandermerwe7111GET. OUT!

[@joelmontero9439]

¡Viva Cristo Rey y la Virgen de los ángeles! God bless you brothers, you two are doing a good work keep it up🔝

[@TheEdzy25]

I live in AZ, and to me, it seems like the Catholic faith is growing more and more.

[@Autobotmatt428]

I'm Happy for Arizona

[@rc3088]

Ad am I. In Pinal County

[@RomPontifex]

Very encouraging to hear. God bless.

[@nathanielgroff]

@@rc3088 Our Lady of Guadalupe???

[@jesuspascual9080]

@TheEdzy25 Same here brother! What part of AZ? I live in south Phoenix and attend St. Catherine of Sienna.

[@ridimapinto5500]

Meanwhile, Dingus47839 is frantically typing away on his keyboard...

[@TrixRN]

Love both your channels Counsel of Trent & Pints with Aquinas. Woke up this AM - before I got out of bed - opened my iPad & who should I see - Matt AND Trent Together *****SCOOOOOORE!!!***** Thanks guys. Love you together. God bless you 🙏❤️ PS Some other folks came in late while y’all were role playing & didn’t realize it Was role playing. Their reactions were hilarious 😂 🤣😂

[@shapsi]

Love Trent! bought 2 of his books and very happy he wants to keep his channel up and growing! Thanks Matt for inviting him!

[@bernadettewalsh5494]

Great to see Trent appearing on your site. I liked Trent's idea to stick with apologetics. There are far too many people focussing on Church gossip, disagreement with the Pope's decisions, which is causing division and great confusion and harm to the Faithful. Remember Martin Luther thought he was going to set the Pope right in his day. Look at the result. Approximately 35000 different Protestant splinter groups was the end result and still growing in number. Will these know all Fundamentalists ever learn? John Henry Newman got it. Not unlike St. Peter, Francis will get some things right and some things wrong. But in the whole, if we stick with the status quo, what is incorrect in one generation will be eventually corrected in the following. We have that assurance from the Holy Spirit. Yet many are proclaiming they know more than the current heirarchy and have forgotten the promise and role of the Holy Spirit, just like Luther. This is why Fundamentalism became so prevalent. They had all the answers. They "knew" they were saved. They preached the pope was the "Anti-Christ". They had unwittingly become Pharisees. Those very critical Catholics, who sew division and claim, "To Know" must be looked upon with great suspicion. Remember Martin Luther and the disaster he started.

[@claymcdermott718]

There’s some truth in what you’ve written, but let us remember that a big percentage of the bishops (including the pope) are complicit in covering up huge global child molestation. Most viewers are American, so it’s worth pointing out that the majority of the bishops in the USCCB voted to do nothing as a conference on child molestation (because the pope asked them to vote that way, and it’s obvious some American bishops knew in advance he’d ask that), and then voted against even encouraging the pope to do anything. All basically decent ordinary people know more about whether it’s okay to do nothing than our hierarchy.

[@claymcdermott718]

BTW: not rejecting church teaching, not preaching disobedience to legitimate commands. I’m saying let’s admit that the hierarchy, as a whole, does not merit respect right now.

[@jayakron3076]

A lot of people think pharisee applies to Catholicism for their abundance of rules and regulations.

[@crossbearer6453]

Rightly said

[@crossbearer6453]

@@jayakron3076 it depends on how u understand the rules Christianity has rules , let’s not forget that

[@claudiatoddwebb]

This video should be studied like text by ANY Catholic that is ready to be equipped with the tools for what we were put here for, which is to spread the Word. Fantastic. Trent Horn is truly a national treasure.

[@anniescheetz9220]

Thank you so much for this wonderful conversation. It’s given me a lot of great food for thought and encouragement in faith. God bless both of you!

[@hallower1980]

Excellent discussion. It's always great to hear two great evangelists share thoughts. Thanks! May God bless your ministries and your families.

[@nicksibly526]

Hello Matt and Trent. I wouldn't call myself an articulate apologist nor even a courageous evangelist but I do feel that you guys certainly restock my apologetic arsenal if I am ever backed into a corner.

[@scottforesman7968]

A few weeks ago, I began to share with one of my children, about my conversion to the Catholic Church. It didn't take long when I heard, "But Dad, the priests are all gay!" I appreciate your reluctance to get involved in these things in a public way, but I'd suggest it's darn near impossible to do much in the way of evangelization with all that is going on within the Church.

[@claymcdermott718]

How did you respond?

[@scottforesman7968]

@@claymcdermott718 I stopped talking

[@Hawka23]

Impossible for us maybe, but we're not the ones who really evangelise....

[@crossbearer6453]

@@Hawka23 the best way (if u can’t preach) for us to evangelize is through our faith and works

[@crossbearer6453]

@@scottforesman7968 well you can say, “Well, u don’t leave Christ because of Judas Iscariot ( got this from another comment) The church, even in the Bible has had troubles , 1 Timothy was literally written because the church in Rome ( present day Catholic Church) had fallen into disrepair People preaching false doctrine , sinning etc And Saint Paul sent Timothy to go straighten it out Bad people will always be in the Church even though sometimes they are able to make themselves invincible if there are enough strong willed Catholics Jesus Christ assured that the gates of hell will not prevail against His church, He didn’t promise the boat wouldn’t get rocky

[@albablanco9145]

"The kids would call that crige" ahaha, said by the world's youngest boomer...

[@Finnegan708]

This is good. Thnks also for Sister Miriam. I had addiction issues and other stuff in my life and Sisters story moved me. Matt you get my vote to speak for🇻🇦on Joe Rogans show. "Good on ya"

[@nrdorn]

Back and forth role play was brilliant.

[@Veritas1234]

1) Make a friend 2) Be a friend 3) Bring a friend to Christ

[@suzannespanier4492]

Excellent advice

[@timpwj]

De Colores

[@chasefowler5446]

Fr. Calloway's talk at a recent FOCUS Conference entitled "The Virgin Mary: The Masterpiece of God" discussed the dogma of the Immaculate Conception and much more! :)

[@jimmyintheswamp]

That talk was great

[@jayakron3076]

Fr. Calloway's grasp of Catholic history is just a wee tad biased. He's a great salesman though.

[@marygutierrez8925]

Love that talk!! I could watch it over and over.

[@annapetra1441]

amazing talk. i loved his passion for the Mother of God!❤

[@marianweigh6411]

The basic goal of the conversation - that you perfectly understand that person, and they perfectly understand you. So right! Then you are building a human relationship and putting generosity, kindness, patience, love in practice. Then you are demonstrating what it is to _be_ a Christian in the world.

[@MM22272]

1:44:50 hrs mins. Trent killing the fly - use a small handy vacuum - works best

[@SoTM317]

Thank you for continuing to do great interviews. They are so good. I would love it if you could interview Benjamin Wiker. He is a favorite of mine.

[@catholicexplorer9231]

What a wonderful podcast!

[@lyndavonkanel8603]

I have Why We're Catholic. I bought it to help others understand what we believe. It's a great resource!

[@Veritas1234]

I'm sorry, I slow cooked some deer meat and vegetables I had harvested myself and threw them on a bed of rice the other night. And I literally was like "God definitely exists!". Ha.

[@thomaskorah4115]

Trent is a heavy hitter.

[@Not_Uncle_She0]

1:08:08 In regards to Judas and communion, John 13:27 seems to be an example of what St. Paul meant when he wrote that to take communion unworthily is to eat and drink judgement upon oneself. John writes that Satan entered into Judas after Christ gives him the morsel.

[@MosinShooter109]

The role play thing was really a trip. I was thinking someone would overhear me watching and think Matt went full atheist on us.

[@tomlabooks3263]

“If you don’t work, you don’t eat”. I love it and I didn’t know that this concept is in the NT. When I think of yesterday’s gospel (“Martha, Martha…”), while I DO understand its spiritual meaning, I also think it’s one of the gospel passages that would have benefited a lot from just a bit more context, because the way it’s written, every time I read it it sounds like Martha is being scolded while she is the only one doing any work. While Mary is doing nothing and being served, and she is praised, Martha has to shut up, make the croissants and coffees and hurry up about it. Again, I know what the passage is about (with its nuances about the role of women and a rabbi) but most homilies I heard about it miss the mark by a mile and go lazily into the “don’t work too much” message, which is not what Jesus meant.

[@jendoe9436]

This reminds me of the “Rest on the Sabbath” arguments. In principle, I understand it means taking time out of the week to praise God and let labor fall away for a bit. The issue is those like the Pharisees (or was it the other group) saying NOTHING can be done on the Sabbath, including miracles and pulling one’s ox out of the mud. Resting is good, but not every rest is equal. I like to curl up with a book on Sundays or cook up some meals, while others find Sunday drives or light jogging restful. So long as we allow our bodies rest and focus on God, it is possible to do something on Sundays without overworking ourselves.

[@tomlabooks3263]

@@jendoe9436 Good point, I agree with you. I’m not sure this is easily inferred from the Mary and Martha story. While other concepts brought forward by Jesus are strong and simple (to understand, not to put in practice!), this one about work and spiritual life is naturally more complex so a bit more context or nuance in writing that passage would have helped a lot.

[@jayakron3076]

"No work, no eat" is a concept from Mahayana Buddhism.

[@rlxlolxlb]

Next up, Dr. Taylor Marshall reunites with Tim Gordon, politely discussing their differences and hug it out at the end.

[@DewiiEsq]

I actually lulled

[@russbus1967]

@Paul Could you explain to me why that’s the case? I’ve never watched any of Dr. Marshall’s videos, but I’ve always found his headlines off-putting.

[@rlxlolxlb]

@Paul I hear you and understand. For me between the NO and TLM, I've personally found the number of saints that attended mass in latin, the liturgy, reverence and just a feeling of being connected to a tradition that developed centuries ago something inspiring. The NO is great too and if that's what inspires someone to become a saint, then I'm happy their attending, but more importantly may God bless them greatly on their journey to sainthood!!

[@Miatpi]

@Paul And yours is the attitude that gives me hope in traditionals. ;) Love the Latin Mass but often feel off put by the attitude of some radtrads.

[@cleohanna2281]

I wish this would happen. 👍

[@HodgePodgeVids1]

I desire a video with Bishop Barron, Fr Casey, Trent Horn, and Matt Fradd.

[@lucasmazeika9174]

Yes!!

[@jeremysmith7176]

It's a shame Matt never did anything with Fr. Casey when they were both in Georgia.

[@1901elina]

1:38 "this is A grade content, for sure" immediately followed by the most out of focus shot I've ever seen 😂

[@theophilus3793]

Next up: Ed Feser vs. William Lane Craig.

[@gfujigo]

On what topic?

[@YovanypadillaJr]

Is a suggestion or an actual thing

[@Elizabeth-pc2yx]

I hope so!!! It would be better than the last debate. Not evenly matched

[@michaelbaumert4501]

@@gfujigo Divine Simplicity. They've already done a short-form conversation - it would be great to see a full-length hashing it out.

[@theophilus3793]

@@michaelbaumert4501 Exactly. That's what we want.

[@IIIUMlNATI]

Larry Elder for California Governor! Spread the word everywhere, especially cali residents! be an advocate, get the word out! theres not much time... the election is in less than 2 months, sept 14th! This election is all about turnout and might be the only serious shot we get to turn the state red! For freedom. Lets gooo!!!! "You can lose a fight, but you can't win a surrender." - Andrew Klavan

[@ADHD_Samurai]

So last year when I was dealing with the idea of coming back to Catholicism (a friend of mine converted), Trent along with Jimmy Akin and of course, Matt helped me through that process and objections I had.

[@hallower1980]

Regarding the feeling of not being ready for apologetics, though we all should try to learn, we should remember God's providence in our own lives. The Lord knows best what we are capable of, both by preparation and by a moment of grace. He sets opportunities for love in your path. That includes guiding people to each other who can help each other in various ways. If you can offer little, the Lord will guide you to people who need little. Or He will give you more to offer on His behalf. To paraphrase St Paul, in my weakness the Lord's strength is revealed. When a fool speaks wisdom, people can witness the divine influence.

[@meredithoesch2349]

My “come to Jesus moment” was hugely formed by depression and mental health issues, hopefully in the future we can see a breakthrough of people who are lonely and depressed turning to Jesus and to His Church.

[@debbieg7709]

Hi Matt, I only recently started following your show... and I love it. I will admit I was surprised to hear, today, that you believe more in science than in God. I can understand, sort of. I guess because of the guests I've seen on your show and your conversations with them I was taken aback by the comment. Still enjoying your show and learning a lot...and for me, at least, it's helping strengthen my faith.

[@Veritas1234]

Debbie, just wanted to make sure you knew Matt was pretending to be an atheist and just role playing. He is a devout Christian.

[@debbieg7709]

@@Veritas1234 thank you for explaining.

[@jesussavestrinahaifa5884]

So sad but true and prophesized in the Bible. I am currently 54 and my grandmother passed away when she when I was 17. This is part of my prayer everyday... "Lord show me your goodness in this earth for I have only seen exceeding evil since the death of my grandmother" then I pray psalms 123 " To you I have raised my eyes you who are in throned in the Heavens behold as the eyes of the servant looks upon the hands of his master and a female servant looks upon the hands of her mistress so my eyes are upon the Lord my God until he is gracious to me. Be gracious to me Lord be gracious to me for I have had much more than enough of contempt. My soul has had much more than enough of the scoffing of those who are at ease and with the contempt of the proud." 😢💔 Dear God in remembrance of your mercy please have compassion upon your people.

[@CBodo]

That track at the end really makes me bob my head! It's tight/dope/wicked I don't know what kids nowadays say!

[@catherineoliveri4876]

Great interview! Thanks Matt and Trent! Great young apologist very smart and knowledgeable! Who is the picture of the nun on your bookshelf and where can I get the icon of the blessed Mother and Infant?

[@jkellyid]

Regarding the trads and their desire to say "withdraw. " I think they are principally right in that they are focusing on removing the plank in their own eye first. And I think that a religious life that is focused pursuing Christ first in a personal way, and reflecting that love in charity (if you look at the trad and orthodox communities in America their charity is off the charts) Charity is the best evangelization IMHO. It moves the heart of someone who sees charity and the hearts of those who receive it while the giver of the charity made closer to Christ.

[@user-go4qn4zi6c]

I want to become a Dominican, just to be on PWA in 12 years

[@VincesInHocSigno]

...🙄

[@NatalieDthelittleguppy]

Hi there I am slowly looking at the Catholic faith and feeling called to convert from Protestant. Where could I find Trent’s book where he can get the profit from me purchasing it? Thank you so much from a young, questioning mind.

[@m.d.d.k.7136]

1:06:15 "The nazis at the door example... uuh... I would just kill the Nazis" 🤣🤣🤣 one of the funniest moments on PwA

[@claymcdermott718]

Welcome to the risibly absurd world where you can kill someone but not lie to him

[@jdelarosa89]

Trent Horn is awesome! He runs a great channel

[@Mrs_Homemaker]

Trent, that was a great measured response about the SSPX. I don't go there. I don't agree with their stance of not attending the NO if that's what you have. But I agree that basically anyone I've known personally who attends there, they just want a TLM and often that is the only one offered. I know in my diocese, it's the only option especially since the bishop took away the ONE TLM in the entire diocese which covers half the state. 😮‍💨 It's a hard spot to be in.

[@dynamic9016]

Thanks much for this video..Trent Horn is special..

[@Ryan78900]

Love both you guys

[@QuadraticSquared]

"Because it's true" can't be a reason to make something a dogma. Matthew 11 speaks of the easy yoke and light burden, but demanding belief after belief on matters that aren't material to the gospel weigh that yoke down.

[@jcunha67]

Well, I thought I was going to get something done this evening....

[@joelmontero9439]

I'd like to see some of the guys at The Meaning of Catholic on the show or maybe some protestants like Paul Vander Klay or Sean McDowell

[@benso3840]

Matt, you mentioned Slovakia. Greeting from our country!

[@Angel-lg8gv]

Thought I forgot my glasses at 3:46 and I don't wear glasses.

[@bernadettegalvin7768]

I'd like to hear Trent talk more about capitalism and the problem of usery. I'm not super opposed to capitalism but that feels like the biggest hurdle it has to get over, because the church does condemn usery specifically and that can't be ignored.

[@specialteams28]

Usury is lending money with sinfully high interest rates. Capitalism is a person using his own money to buy equipment and hiring people with his own money to use the equipment to make products for sale. Usury is clearly by definition sinful at all times. Capitalism is neither good or evil. The question is when people do immoral things within the capitalist system. But the same is true for all economic systems. Communism by its own definition is antithetical to Christianity because it explicitly forbids ownership of personal property. The Catholic Church officially promotes increased ownership of property/real estate as a founding principle of human dignity and justice.

[@bernadettegalvin7768]

@@specialteams28 where do you get the definition of usery only including sinfully high interest rates and what would decide what that rate would be? The reason I'd like to see it hashed out more is to really get to the heart of that and to really face the problem that our current capitalist economy is completely dependent on loans and interest, and couldn't really function without them. Even if they were allowable if the rates were low, I still can't imagine that its ok for our system to be largely based on debt. I say this as someone that believes in a free market.

[@ericaleight540]

I just bought SCG completely on a whim..... if people can pay 100+ for encyclopedias, I can buy SCG (both volumes) for

[@danharte6645]

I really enjoyed this!

[@markwurtz8759]

Love Trent!

[@Footsteps314]

QUESTION ALERT/HOPING FOR A RESPONSE: Hi sisters and brothers!! So this is random but I’m really hoping someone might have the answer. I listened to a talk Matt had with someone (idk remember who but I have a feeling it might have been w/ Trent) Matt mentions a website he collaborated with other people on about faith to help guide/inform atheists/agnostics. Does anyone know that website and/or link?

[@dynamic9016]

Really appreciate this video.

[@stashbeardsley1616]

Hits home when I'm part of the 12% that have no friends.

[@RossArlenTieken]

Trent-I know I’m two years too late, but have you really addressed Chesterton and Belloc and Rerum Novarum on free markets? It puts a lot more sophistication on what you’re offering here.

[@stuksy4321]

great show. what is your theme music? love the horn

[@EvieRombal74]

I think it’s his sister’s band. Interior castle.

[@1901elina]

15:06 Jordan Peterson was the first step to me warming up to Christianity. Took a few more years to actually find evidence to believe it literally and not as "metaphorical wisdom" or something like that that considered it, but it was the first step. I think he should get more credit for that. I'm sure a lot more people than just me had that journey due to his reach.

[@momheigeal]

Disappointed to see how both yourself and Trent, who was so open to dialogue with various groups, came down so heavily on the SSPX. So here is my challenge for you. Interview with an SSPX priest such as Fr Robinson to discuss some of the accusations thrown at them, such as schism.

[@johnstafki9640]

My thought exactly! And taking one clip of a video completely out of context and making a general condemnation on the ground! Not very to Thomistic. Matt brings up one clip he saw in one video of 50 episodes speaking on the crisis in the church, of course he’s going to misunderstand if he is not even going to try and understand the context! No “get to see where the other person is coming from first” there.

[@pelayocampeador3896]

Hello Matt, I hope you can answer before you go on your "month-without-internet". What's the name of the nun on the shelve? Is that Saint Angela of the Cross? I usually go to mass where nuns devoted to saint Angela of the Cross (of course first devoted to God) live. She was born in Seville (Spain), just 1 hour from where I live. These nuns are amazing and are doing a great job in my hometown. (Maybe it turns out that the nun from that picture is not Saint Angela... 🤣, but well...) Thanks in advance. Sincerely in Christ.

[@claymcdermott718]

It’s the patron of Australia, the Australian saint, Mary Mackillop. (I think I spelt that right)

[@pelayocampeador3896]

@@claymcdermott718 ooh that would make more sense, but the habit and the pose is so similar to Santa Ángela de la Cruz... Thank you for your answer.

[@dynamic9016]

Thanks much for this video.

[@bethmedina9200]

Laura was adorable in that interview, Trent!

[@bobgriffin2503]

If you chase that fly for a bit longer, tent might be able to reclaim the time record

[@thegrindizreal4401]

"There are people in your neighborhood who don't know Jesus." love that attitude of staying away from church drama and sticking to the basics

[@sarahburke8955]

I'm SO JEALOUS that my parents get to see y'all this weekend, but they're getting (totally non-creepy) pictures for me ;)

[@GeorgeK1410]

Where could I have an extended conversation addressing certain questions and concerns I have? I have sent in questions to Catholic Answers before, and I don't blame them because of the way things are structured, but they often miss the point and have to move on. I need to like sit down with someone, and I'm not sure an average priest would be the most adequate apologist for what I'll be asking.

[@tryingnottobeasmartass757]

Sit down with your local Catholic priests anyway. Let him know what your concerns and questions are, and ask if he can recommend somebody if he cannot answer your questions satisfactorily.

[@reponskatolik]

Matt Fradd, do you mind sharing the name of that place for 8 days silent retreat in a Byzantine monastery? Thank yoy!

[@worldonfire6154]

So the Church hasn't actually defined how bad exactly a lie is... That explains why it feels like there are as many opinions on this question among priests as there are priests (exaggerating of course).

[@MsYGV]

Would you please interview Fr. Darragh Connolly from The Soul Sanctuary in Ireland? You can find him streaming daily mass on the Direction for Our Times KZbin.

[@bobgriffin2503]

The touching of the vestments is a Latin tradition as well.

[@bobgriffin2503]

I don't go to TLM for silence. 80% of the congregation is younger than 16, and most of those are below 10. Glad you appreciate the Eastern Rite, though

[@sallysue8176]

I was raised Catholic. My grandmother worked for Gonzaga University specifically with men studying to be priests. We both agree catholic priests should be allowed to marry.

[@paulhallett1452]

Two saints in the making - just sayin! May Our Blessed Mother conform us to her Savior and Son, our Lord and our God!

[@TheLincolnrailsplitt]

Really?

[@bryanwirthlin4444]

Controversial opinion: Separation of Business and State is more important than the separation of Church and State.

[@worldonfire6154]

As soon as the priest walk by... I've been to Greece a view times and I've been to Eastern orthodox churches there (partially because it's hard to find a catholic church). So anyway, I noticed that the priests there tend to have these piercing looks in their eyes - almost as if they were looking straight into your soul... A bit creepy actually

[@wakeUPdummies]

What is the Truth, if not speaking in Love.

[@erravi]

1:04:00 I think of the Biblical and hagiographic examples of saints saving people in hiding

[@Myohomoto]

I was thinking of going door to door too! But yesterday on Catholic Radio someone said Mass and Communion is not how to introduce people to the Catholic faith. They can't participate in Communion and during Mass you really can't explain or talk or answer questions while in situ. Where do you take people.

[@EvieRombal74]

More churches should have Young adults groups. Just spend time being their friends & conversing with them will go a long way.

[@b.alexanderjohnstone9774]

A lot or quite a few people could talk about church controversy but Trent has fascinating learning to share. I'm not Catholic or even religious but love the arguments and history and thinking. Forgive me, but he would be wasted on that gossipy stuff. Mind you, your present Pope drives me nuts at times! As a person of traditional values I really wish he'd be a bit more, er, Catholic at times, so I appreciate the debate on that side too. I just think Trent is more valuable for you and for us all (because Catholicism is potentially a bulwark for Western civilisation) doing as he does.

[@MrAnomic]

You said "g'day"...now I believe you're an Aussie!!!! :-) Well, I believed you but now you've proved it. :-)

[@idestiam]

So how do we know what's happening outside of what we see on the internet?

[@lukelancaster1114]

@pintswithaquinas please have Marcus Peter on your show! He was on the Journey Home and is electrifying!

[@radiorain5665]

How can I reach Trent Horn? I tried to send an email through his website and it seemingly never reached him.

[@Wildwest89]

Calvinism is the best Argument against Calvinism. In all seriousness, St Francis de Sales is the resource for all things Calvinist being refuted.

[@Ladya12345]

Trent just sold another copy of Why We’re Catholic

[@andrewbresnan1449]

Saying that the "brothers and sisters" of Jesus were step siblings from a previous marriage of Joseph is just wrong. That would mean then that Joseph wasn't "most chaste" as we refer to him and it also implies that Mary would've had to act as mother to other children aside from Jesus, which would then demean her stature as Queen of Heaven and having a unique connection to Jesus. Plus, in the passage where Jesus is 12 and stays at the temple the author mentions nothing about siblings, just saying Joseph and Mary were travelling with family and friends and the two of them went back to look for Jesus. It is the most likely case that the "brothers and sisters" of Jesus were cousins, like John the Baptist was. It is also a very likely possibility that it simply means spiritual brothers and sisters, which is to say disciples and close friends. Both of those possibilities are far more likely and more fitting to Scripture and teaching than Jesus having step siblings.

[@scottforesman7968]

the 'sensational side' are not the Critics (I'd guess you're talking about Church Militant, Lifesite, Timothy Gordon, etc) but are in fact those in leadership of the Church. THEY are causing division and scandal. I thank God for these godly critics. It takes courage to stand up and speak the truth. And there's almost always a price for doing so. (I spent 30 years in ordained ministry in the Episcopal Church. I fought against liberalism in that communion most of that time. The price was quite high. Stress, anxiety, people in the parish gathering together in secret meetings planning to oust you, Bishops who would stand with them and NOT you, etc etc). There is a place for apologetics. But right now we have very corrupt leadership, Satan's minions, who are hell-bent on destroying the Church. That is where the 'front' is.

[@777theright88]

I am a southern baptist who is inevitably converting to Catholicism. One thing i am having a hard time wrapping my head around is why the emphasis on Mary. I confess she is the mother of God but i dont really get why there is such an emphasis of her. Why is that?

[@EpoRose1]

Also, as a simple layperson, I’d say you have to look at the Old Testament a lot to see the reason for the emphasis on Mary- the role of the Queen Mother, Eve, The Ark of the Covenant are just some of the roles that come into play when it comes to Mary.

[@erravi]

I think you may find Dr Brant Pitre’s talks on Mary to be helpful! I converted to Catholicism from atheism and had the same question. Typology is super interesting.

[@michaelmicek]

I guess it's easier to talk to Mom.

[@claymcdermott718]

I will just add, she is the ultimate and best Jewish awaiter of the Messiah, and the best and prototypical (first) disciple of the Messiah. Meditating on the way Christ united Himself to her nature, reveals how He wishes to be United to ours; while no two humans are the same, her destiny and glory are ours in a way.

[@lifejoy2340]

Because numerous marian apparitions took place all over the world. So the church created the marian dogma that Mary is keeping an eye on the church she is protecting the church.....

[@timquigley986]

Standard Oil and AT&T didnt stop being monopolies because of the free market but because they were broken up by the government. Not sure if trent doesnt know that or if it was a slip of the tongue

[@jayjaykay111]

Priests can’t deny communion to someone in private sin, only public sin. But neither an individual in personal or private sin should take communion. This is why Judas received communion despite his private sin and why that was wrong of him to do so

[@speroconstantine9957]

Thank you

[@irishmom6x]

they have done DNA tests on Eucharistic Miracles and they say it is "incomplete" ... one site I read this on said there is only 1/2 number of chromosones, another said there is only one x chromosome.....

[@dwong9289]

Any number of chromosomes proves the Eucharistic miracle

[@karisherman3340]

Probably because he is half biologically Mary, and the other half (biologically) is a mystery. Did he get any DNA from Joseph through supernatural means? Or is half of his DNA divine and can’t be discovered by mere human technology?...we don’t know. To me, the DNA only having half the typical chromosomes, just proves the point he is fully human and simultaneously fully part of the Holy Trinity ❤️ Praise be to Jesus 🙌🏻