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)
Eric Sammons and Dr. Ralph Martin discuss the issue of salvation: How is one saved? How many will be saved? They also focus on the confusing message given by many Church leaders, which suggests that almost everyone will be saved, no matter what. Links: • Will Many Be Saved by Ralph Martin • Renewal Ministries … Read more
On the eve of the 14th anniversary of Summorum Pontificum, Crisis Magazine Editor-in-Chief Eric Sammons discusses why he attends the traditional Latin Mass. Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Eric Sammons and author Kevin Wells discuss the urgent need for heroic priests, and a perfect model for that heroic vocation: Venerable Aloysius Schwartz, an American priest on the path to sainthood. Links: • Priest and Beggar: https://www.ignatius.com/Priest-and-Beggar-P3830.aspx • World Villages: https://www.worldvillages.org • Kevin’s site: http://www.kevinwells.org Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
On the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul, Eric Sammons takes a look at the role of the papacy in the Church, and evaluate how the current occupant is living out that role in light of tradition. Particularly, we will look at how recovering the legacy of St. Paul in the papacy can lead to … Read more
Dr. Jay Richards has been on the forefront examining the response to COVID-19. In this episode of Crisis Point, Dr. Richards analyzes the Catholic Church’s response, and what we can learn for future events. Links: • The Price of Panic: https://www.regnery.com/9781684511419/the-price-of-panic/ • Dr. Jay Richards on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJayRichards Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Eric Sammons breaks down last week’s USCCB meeting, and in particular the debate over “Eucharistic coherence” – i.e., whether pro-abortion politicians should be allowed to receive the Eucharist. Link to related article: https://crisismagazine.com/2021/ecclesiastical-incoherence Support the show (https://crisismagazine.com/support)
Eric Sammons talks with Jason Jones, a film producer, author, activist, and human rights worker. They discuss the plight of many of the vulnerable around the world, particularly in China, and why the Vatican is silent about these abuses. And Eric also asks Jason why a photo of Jason being arrested made the front page … Read more
Fr. Dwight Longenecker discusses some of the current controversial issues in the Church, including the response to COVID, pro-abortion “Catholic” politicians, and Fr. James Altman. He then gives advice for how Catholics can navigate through today’s crises and engage in spiritual combat. Father’s website: https://dwightlongenecker.com Immortal Combat course: https://greatandmain.com/longenecker-masterclass-immortal-combat/ The Tale of Two Fr. Jameses: … Read more
Eric Sammons sits down with Professor of Sociology David Ayers, Ph.D. to discuss the state of religion in America today. Specifically, they attempt to answer the following: Why is religion collapsing in America since 2000? What impact on religion will COVID have going forward? Why do even those who remain Catholic or Evangelical Protestant reject … Read more
Crisis Magazine Editor-in-Chief Eric Sammons interviews Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco about his recent pastoral letter “Before I Formed You in the Womb, I Knew You.” They discuss: • Why His Excellency wrote the letter. • The grave evil of abortion. • Understanding the various levels of cooperation in evil. • The principles involved … Read more