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Show Notes
Patrick delves into the intricate topic of excommunication within the Catholic Church. Responding to a listener's query, Patrick explains the nature of this canonical penalty, its purpose, and how it differentiates from sin. He emphasizes that excommunication is not a condemnation to hell, but rather a "medicinal remedy" aimed at bringing the individual back into the fold.
- Nathaniel - I was in the convocation for the Diocese of Pueblo - it renewed my hope for the church (02:39)
- George (email) – Wouldn’t jumping on a grenade to save your friends be suicide? (05:54)
- Anna (email) – How can I persuade my sister to reconsider getting married in the Catholic Church? (11:53)
- Michael - I think Judas was remorseful at the end and we don't know what God decided to do (23:28)
- Nick – I met with the elders of the Reformed Baptist church and talked to them about the living tabernacle and our Blessed Mother
- Carlos – Jumping on a grenade - The solider isn't thinking about dying, he is thinking about keeping his friends safe.
- Noah – How does excommunication work? (48:18)
- Patrick recommends "Excommunication and the Catholic Church" by canon lawyer Ed Peters.