Question: What is the Biblical support for baptizing infants? I thought a person had to believe in Jesus before he could be saved. Answer: Indeed. But look at the audience: they are adults. Of course adults have to believe. It is this belief that compels them to be baptized. Now, infants can’t very well believe first, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be baptized. We … Continue reading
Question: What is the difference between “Roman Catholic” and “Catholic”? What sets the Eastern Orthodox Catholics apart from us? Are there several different forms of Catholic faith? Answer: Before we begin, it will be helpful to define what a “rite” is. In this context, a “rite” is a family of Catholic liturgical, ecclesiastical, and theological traditions. The Catechism of the Catholic Church lists seven such … Continue reading
Question: What does Paul mean when he says that he “completes what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions” (Col 1:24-25)? I thought Jesus’ work on the Cross was perfect! What could anyone do that Jesus hasn’t already done for us? Answer: This is a very good question, and I think, one of the great mysteries of Scripture. What you have to ask yourself is this: What … Continue reading
Question: If the Eucharist gives eternal life, does that not minimize the need for faith? Answer: It is true, as Jesus tells us in Jn 6:54, that he who receives the Eucharist has eternal life. But, you shouldn’t take this to mean that once a Catholic receives the Eucharist he has his irrevocable ticket to heaven. Instead, the Eucharist brings eternal life in that: through … Continue reading
Here at 107.9 FM, Owensboro Catholic Radio, we want you to learn that it IS true through asking this simple question. Well… what is IT? IT can be many things! Here are some examples of what we’re talking about: What if it IS true that God exists? What if it IS true that THE TRUTH is in the Catholic Church? What if it IS true … Continue reading
Welcome to WIMM, Owensboro’s Catholic Radio! You can listen to us live at 107.7 FM while in the car, or listen on your computer or smart phone by clicking right here! On the WIMM blog, we’ll be covering local Catholic news, events, on-air programming, theology, philosophy, the sacraments, and many other Roman Catholic topics. If you have questions about Catholic Radio, would like more information … Continue reading