Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)

The Sacraments and Mass During COVID-19

April 7th, 2020  |  29 mins 16 secs

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Fr. Josh answers questions about receiving the sacraments and staying engaged in a virtual mass during COVID-19.

Snippet from the Show:
When it comes to making the act of spiritual communion, this practice can be done anywhere, anytime. And ask God to transport your soul to the nearest tabernacle if you can’t get out of your home to be in the presence of Jesus.

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All About Alcohol: Drunkenness, Underage Drinking, and Whisky for Teething Babies

June 25th, 2019  |  32 mins 59 secs

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Fr. Josh answers questions all about drinking alcohol including: Do I need to go to confession after drinking? Is it OK to drink underage? What if I get drunk without intending to? Is that old wives tale of rubbing whiskey on a teething baby’s gums safe?

The Devil, Life After Rape, and Giving Communion to Unbelievers

April 2nd, 2019  |  36 mins 1 sec

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Fr. Josh answers questions about why God created the devil, distributing Communion to people in a state of mortal sin, and how to return to God after a traumatic assault. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at [email protected]. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode.

Ash Wednesday, Dress Code for Mass, and Downplaying Mortal Sins During Confession

March 5th, 2019  |  33 mins 20 secs

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Fr. Josh answers questions about wearing ashes in public on Ash Wednesday, what to wear at daily Mass vs. Sunday Mass, and how detailed we need to be about mortal sins during confession. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at [email protected]. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!

Snippet from the Show

"Imagine the people who might ask you questions about your ashes. It’s a great opportunity to be a witness and to evangelize. It’s also a great opportunity for you to remember that you are dust, that you are called to daily repentance, and that you are called to be an intercessor for the world."

The Big Bang, Examination of Conscience, and Overcoming Mortal Sins

December 4th, 2018  |  42 mins 23 secs

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Fr. Josh answers questions about the Catholic perspective on the Big Bang, how to find a thorough examination of conscience for confession, and ways to overcome mortal sins. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at [email protected]. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode!

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