Open Line Wednesday

Where there other authors or books of the Bible—other than what we see today? That question from caller Fred comes up later. First, Alma asks how do I know if God is calling me to do more for His Church and then what else may I do? Archbishop of Louisville and president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Most Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz sits in for scripture scholar Fr. Mitch Pacwa to host “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.” Jackie asks what can she do to help her daughter’s husband to get an annulment to his previous marriage. Marianne wants to be able to attend the traditional Latin Mass, but her diocese refuses. What else can she do? Rich asks what are the parameters for the governance of the USCCB—United States Conference of Bishops. It’s not every day you get to hear from the president of the Bishops’ Conference as if he were your buddy on the other end of the phone line—but today you can, right here, on “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”

How can you approach your pastor about a practice he allows during Mass which is not liturgical? If the Catholic Church believes life begins at conception, then why does the Church not promote funerals of miscarried babies? That answer comes up later, but first Raquel’s husband is offended because she is seeking an annulment. What can she do? Fr. Mitch Pacwa hosts EWTN Open Line—Wednesday to answer these and other listener questions, including some of our dear priests. Fr. Mayer asks about John 6:44 ”No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent me draws him.” So does that mean God doesn’t draw everybody? How can Cherlena explain limbo? Is it a dogma? Suzanne wants to know if centering prayer is okay. Cheryl asks if she can have the remains of her cremated pets buried with her. Some of these answers might knock you off your chair. It’s all here on “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”

Why is the Eucharist in the form of a circle? Why does Scripture refer to Jesus’ brothers? Open Line—Wednesday host Fr. Mitch Pacwa takes questions about Scripture, sacred history, ancient languages, priesthood and so much more. Brian asks who set up the structure for the seder meal. Jason asks why are clergy not called “priests” in the New Testament? Linda looks for clarification of some words in Greek, Hebrew and Aramaic. Jane heard someone in her apologetics class say we are saved by the community. Where could he be getting that? Listen and learn right here on EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.

The King James Bible is missing some books. How come… and who removed them, listener Lou asks? Marcus wonders what is the significance of the 5 barley loaves and the two fish? Why 5? Why 2? Open Line—Wednesday host Fr. Mitch Pacwa answers questions about Scripture, Church teaching, other religions and even ancient languages. Wit asks for an explanation of the phrase “wisdom is justified by all her children.” Some of Justin’s relatives became Jehovah’s Witnesses and he needs some advice. Another listener by the name of Lou asks about references to apostolic succession in the Bible. Listen to these inciteful questions that bring about insightful answers and it’s here on “EWTN Radio Open Line--Wednesday.”

Get a hold of this question: how do I explain to my daughter that we are not just animals? Wait ‘till you hear the answer, later in the show. Open Line—Wednesday host Fr. Mitch Pacwa answers the most mind-boggling questions you can imagine. Angela wonders if using Holy Water erases your venial sins, then why did Pope Saint John Paul II went to confession every week? Jim asks what is the Church’s position on the construction of the third temple. Why did God put a lying spirit in prophets to trick Ahab into battle? You’ll come out feeling like a home-run slugger if you listen to the whole show and it’s here, from EWTN Open Line--Wednesday, just for you.

Please help me explain the health care mandate to my friends… that is what Marcia asks Open Line—Wednesday host Fr. Mitch Pacwa to explain. Michelle asks where in the Bible does it talk about a many laying down with another man. Jane has a relative marrying a non-practicing Catholic in the Church and the relative claims they don’t have to agree to raise the kids Catholic. Is that really true? Valerie has seen her priest leave the altar during the sign of peace in Mass and go shake hands with the congregation. Can the priest do that? Todd asks if a convert like Dietrich Bonhoeffer be declared a saint? Listening to this show will be almost like speed reading an encyclopedia… you’ll come out smarter! Listen here to EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.

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