In recent years there has been a lot of talk in the Catholic world of “Recognize and Resist” – the idea that Catholics should recognize the papacy of Francis as valid, but should resist him when he goes away from Catholic belief and practice. Is this a legitimate position for a Catholic to hold? Link: … Read more
The use of aborted babies in medical research is far more prevalent than most people realize—and Catholic leaders have been turning a blind eye to this evil for decades. What can be done to to stop these grisly practices? Dr. Stacy Trasancos, who holds a doctorate in chemistry and a M.A. in theology, has been … Read more
Last week Pope Francis apologized to the Orthodox “for the ways Catholics have contributed to division with Orthodox Christians”. What are these “mistakes” and should the pope have apologized for them? What is the future of Catholic-Orthodox relations? Support the show
Dr. Eduardo Echeverria is Professor of Philosophy and Systematic Theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. He joins Eric Sammons in a friendly debate about the role of ecumenism in the rise of religious indifference in the Catholic Church. They also discuss Vatican II, John Paul II, and whether “dialogue” is a valid methodology … Read more
The Omicron Variant has become the latest example of the use of fear to control a populace. Eric Sammons looks at how fear is used as a means of control both in society and in the Church. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Eric Sammons breaks down last week’s USCCB meeting in Baltimore, and why it demonstrates how out of touch our bishops are to the crisis in the Church today. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Jeremiah and Michaela Harrison of Liturgy of the Home joins Crisis Point to discuss how to build Catholic culture in our homes. They also introduce a great tool for achieving that goal: The Illustrated Liturgical Year Calendar. Links: • Illustrated Liturgical Year Calendar • Liturgy of the Home • Clear Creek Abbey Support the show … Read more
How has COVID impacted the Catholic Church? What will the Church look like in the coming years? Eric Sammons looks at recent data and contemplates the future of the Church. Links: • Pillar Special report: Who we are, and what we believe • Pillar Special report: Why Catholics leave; why Catholics stay • Pillar Special … Read more
Casey Chalk, author of “The Persecuted: True Stories of Courageous Christians Living Their Faith in Muslim Lands”, joins Crisis Point to discuss the plight of Christians who face constant harassment and persecution in Pakistan and elsewhere. Learn how they must adapt and often must move to another country, where their situation isn’t much better. Also … Read more
Many Catholic parents face the sad situation of living near a “bad” parish. What should they do? Attend that parish and try to improve it? Or try to find a better one? Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Canadian Catholic Kennedy Hall joins Crisis Point to discuss the current state of the Church in his country. He talks of the Canadian “personality”, the state of the Canadian hierarchy, and the Church’s pitiful response to COVID. Links: • The Kennedy Profession • Kennedy’s website Support the show
Secession, “National Divorce”, whatever you call it, more and more Americans are talking about the potential breakup of the United States. Is this desirable? Is it feasible? Eric Sammons argues for breaking up the country for the good of all. Links: • The United States of America: Too Big to Succeed? • The Catholic Case … Read more
Joseph Pearce, author of “Solzhenitsyn: A Soul in Exile”, joins Crisis Point to discuss the life of this 20th century giant, and the lessons we can learn from him in our current crisis. We get to the root of Solzhenitsyn’s life work, and include practical steps we can take today to follow in his footsteps.
The virtue of obedience is rightly extolled by Catholics, but in recent years we’ve seen many religious superiors abuse this virtue to violate the consciences and bodily integrity of those under them. Links: • Former Cleveland sems allege sexual coercion, inadequate response • Removing the Judases From the Church • Bishop of Grand Falls Requires … Read more
Eastern Catholicism is a little-known part of the Catholic Church, but it might hold the secret to helping the Church out of her current crisis. Find out how in this interview with Carl Olson, Editor of Catholic World Report and an Eastern Catholic. Links: • The Rite to Not Be Roman • Catholic World Report … Read more
Bitcoin is all over the news, from being valued near all-time-highs to becoming an official currency of El Salvador. What do Catholics need to know about cryptocurrency, and can it help us in our current crisis? Related article Bitcoin Basics Book Support the show
With all the bad news in the Church (and the world), it’s easy to get discouraged. But there are many signs of hope in the Church today, and Eric Sammons shares some of these signs and encourages us to keep fighting for Holy Mother Church. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
His Excellency Bishop Athanasius Schneider joins Crisis Point to discuss the current crisis in the Church and the world. He addresses: • The similarities between the Soviet Union and today’s “sanitary dictatorship” of the COVID Regime. • The immorality of the abortion-tainted COVID vaccines. • The pope’s attack on the traditional Latin Mass. • How … Read more
Erick Ybarra joins Crisis Point to discuss the issue of Catholics considering conversion to Eastern Orthodoxy. With the liturgical destruction and papal problems in the West, why shouldn’t Catholics look East? Erick’s website Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
The pontificate of Francis has been a challenging one, and has led many faithful Catholics to question the role of the pope in the life of the Church. Eric Sammons looks directly and honestly at those questions on Crisis Point Live. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)