Leila Miller, author of “Primal Loss: The Now-Adult Children of Divorce Speak,” joins Crisis Point to talk about the impact of divorce on children, as well as the silence of Church leaders about the sinfulness of divorce. Links: • Leila’s book • Restored Ministry • Life-Giving Wounds • Alexander House Support the show
Pope Francis held a press conference on his flight back from Slovakia, and as always with his in-flight interviews, it was full of controversy. We break it down in this episode of Crisis Point Live. Text of Press Conference Support the show
Vatican II spawned three main “camps” within Catholicism: liberal, conservative, and traditional. In the battle for the soul of the Church, can conservative and traditional Catholics unite against their common foe? Timothy Flanders, the editor-in-chief of OnePeterFive joins Crisis Point to discuss this important topic. Links: OnePeterFive Editorial Stance of OnePeterFive Crisis Publications Support the … Read more
President Biden has mandated that private companies with 100+ employees must require vaccination (or constant testing). This impacts millions of Americans, and countless Catholics who refuse to get the vaccine for either religious or medical reasons. How should Catholics respond to this threat? Support the show
Fr. Simeon Leiva-Merikakis, author of the four-volume “Fire of Mercy, Heart of the Word” commentary on the Gospel of St. Matthew, joins Crisis Point to discuss Lectio Divina. He explains the ancient discipline and gives practical tips on how Catholic can practice it. Fire of Mercy, Heart of the Word Set Support the show
Eric Sammons discusses the pathetic response of Catholic leaders to the totalitarian anti-COVID-19 measures. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Most faithful Catholics instinctively know that modern Biblical scholarship is destructive to faith. But why? What are the roots of this crisis? Dr. Scott Hahn joins Crisis Point to explain how modern scholarship was led astray…and how we can get it back on track. Also, he gives practical advice and tools for the average Catholic … Read more
Rumors are circulating that Pope Francis is considering retirement and that he’s looking closely at the role of a Pope Emeritus. Eric Sammons breaks down this news and explains what it means for the future of the Church. CNA Story Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Exorcist Msgr. Stephen Rossetti joins Crisis Point to discuss his deliverance ministry. He explains the differences between demonic influence, oppression, and possession, and how to know when to call an exorcist. He also talks about his experiences as an exorcist, such as demons texting, and Judas possessing people. Links: • The St. Michael Center for … Read more
With the ending of the longest war in American history, Eric Sammons looks back to its beginning and examines whether it ever fulfilled the requirements for a just war. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Marian apparition expert Donal Anthony Foley joins Crisis Point to discuss the Medjugorje phenomenon. Has the Blessed Virgin Mary been appearing for the past forty years in this small Eastern European town? If not, then how do you explain what is happening, and the impact it has had on the Church? Links: Donal Anthony Foley’s … Read more
A look at the push for mandated COVID vaccines, and how Catholics should respond. Can they get religious exemptions? Should they? Related article: https://crisismagazine.com/2021/are-catholics-eligible-for-covid-vaccine-religious-exemptions Support the show
Cameron O’Hearn, director and producer of the Mass of the Ages documentary trilogy, joins Crisis Point to discuss the project. He addresses the purpose behind the documentary, why it was split into a trilogy, his favorite interviews, what he thinks the pope would think about the movies, and much more! The Mass of the Ages … Read more
With a deluge of bad news coming from both inside and outside the Church, what can Catholics do to resist these evils? Support the show
Patrick Reilly, president and founder of The Cardinal Newman Society, joins Crisis Point to discuss the problems with Critical Race Theory and how it is impacting Catholic education. He also sets forth a path that Catholic educators can follow when it comes to teaching about race. Links: • The Cardinal Newman Society • Background on … Read more
The actions of Pope Francis, up to and including his recent motu proprio restricting the Latin Mass, have raised questions as to the reach of papal authority. What does Vatican I really teach on this subject? Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Convert from Islam, Atheism, and Protestantism Dr. Derya Little tells the fascinating story of her religious wanderings that led to the Catholic Church. Links: • Derya Little’s website • From Islam to Christ (Ignatius Press) • A Beginner’s Guide to the Traditional Latin Mass (Angelico Press) • At His Feet (Our Sunday Visitor) Support the … Read more
A look at Traditionis Custodes, what Pope Francis got right in it, and the demand for Catholics to accept the “validity and legitimacy” of Vatican II. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Fr. John Lovell, co-founder of Coalition for Canceled Priests, joins Crisis Point to discuss his own cancellation by his bishop, and what priests (and laity) can do to keep bishops from abusing their authority and unjustly removing priests they don’t like. Coalition for Canceled Priests Canceling Faithful Priests (related article) Support the show
Eric Sammons discusses the suspension of Fr. James Altman: Should he obey his bishop? Should the bishop have suspended him? Why is there such a groundswell of support among the laity for Fr. Altman? Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)