Called to Communion
Are you "Called to Communion?" In this LIVE call-in show, Dr. David Anders talks clearly with non-Catholics about the faith. We ask the question "What's stopping YOU from becoming a Catholic?"
An Answer to Pain and Suffering
11/13/2024
Accompaniment in times of suffering, Jansenism, Islam, LSD, are some of the topics on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
John Nelson Darby and the Rapture
11/12/2024
Today's Called to Communion deals with questions about Palamism or Hesychasm and the essence-energies distinction, legalism, the origin of the pre-tribulation Rapture idea and more.
Evolution vs. Genesis?
11/11/2024
Evolution, salvation of non-Christians, predestination are only some of the subjects on today's edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Jerusalem Surrounded?
11/8/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders answers questions about: The end of times, IVF, embryos and more.
St. Benedict Joseph Labre
11/7/2024
The laity and the orans position in Mass? Spiritual but not religious? Is it rational to believe in the Church? This and much more in today's edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
A Better Way to Prove Purgatory
11/6/2024
Once saved always saved? Why so many rules in Catholicism? Forgiveness vs. reparation? This and more in today's edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Thom's Testimony
11/5/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders answers questions related to covenants in the Bible, tithing, the real pains in hell and more.
Lord's Day vs. Sabbath?
11/4/2024
In today's Called to Communion Dr. Anders tackles subjects as: The Limbo of the Fathers, history of relics, last rites and much more.
Is Genesis an Allegory of the Church?
11/1/2024
What is Antinomianism? Why use the Septuagint? Can a Pope contradict a Council? This and more in today's edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Confession, Spiritual Direction and Psychotherapy
10/31/2024
Is psychotherapy useful in our spiritual life? Is Halloween Catholic? Why be attracted by conspiracy theories? This and more in today's Called to Communion.
Christopher Colombus on Trial
10/30/2024
The Joint Declaration on Justification, the aevum, abortion and Church leadership are only some of the topics on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Give an Answer to Everyone Who Asks
10/29/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders answers questions about Christian typology and allegory in C.S. Lewis and Tolkien, measuring spiritual progress, Christian primitivism and more.
True Devotion
10/28/2024
Does Catholic Marian devotion borderlines worship? A scientific take on the Incarnation? Did Constantine founded the Catholic Church? Don't miss today's episode of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Can Lucifer be Saved?
10/25/2024
Was Lucifer's sin worst than Adam & Eve's? Can the omniscience of God be explained? Will everybody die? This and more in today's edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
The Real Meaning of Christian Worship
10/24/2024
What is the Late Dating Hypothesis? What causes free will? What does the aboriginal vicar of Christ means? This and more on this edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
What is Sedevacantism?
10/23/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on issues as Sedevacantism, Do Not Resuscitate orders (DNR), Nestorianism, Jesus's self awareness and more.
SSPX vs. Novus Ordo?
10/22/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders takes on challenging questions about the SSPX and the Novus Ordo Mass, the evolution of Catholic teaching, mental prayer and more.
Can we be Part of an Unjust War?
10/21/2024
Can we be part of an unjust war? Do Protestants consider that term derogatory? End of the world, the rapture and Eminent Eschatology are all part of this edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Did Martin Luther Changed the Bible?
10/18/2024
Did Martin Luther changed the Bible? Why did Jesus descended into Hell? How can an infant receive the grace of Baptism without consenting to it? This and more in today's mailbag edition of Called to Communion. (aired on 03/11/22)
Live from the 2024 EWTN Radio Conference
10/17/2024
What if Adam and Eve ate of the fruit but then apologized? Why did Jesus die in A.D. 33 specifically? How can Christ be truth? and more on today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
The Meaning of Source and Summit of the Faith
10/16/2024
In today's Mailbag Dr. Anders answers questions about how to explain the basics of Christianity, John Wycliffe, Eastern and Western understandings of heaven and much more.
Why did Jesus Left us the Eucharist?
10/15/2024
In today's Mailbag Dr. Anders answers questions about the Oneness Pentecostals, the reasonable hope all will be saved, birth control and much more.
The Origin of Mindfulness
10/14/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders goes deep into the origin of mindfulness, the dark passages of Scripture, the reality of the Mass and more. Don't miss out on this Mailbag edition of Called to Communion.
What Does it Means to Love God?
10/11/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders tackles questions about the Latin Vulgate translation of the Bible, what does it means to love God, Mary's gradual knowledge of the mystery of Christ and more.
Sacrifice to Demons?
10/10/2024
Did Jesus emptied himself of His divinity? Where does Catholic creeds come from? Why God doesn't speak now as much as in the Old Testament? These are only some of the questions from today's Called to Communion.
Is Genesis a myth?
10/9/2024
Is Genesis a myth? How to explain the Eucharist? Are Scripture and Tradition at the same level? This and more in today's episode of Called to Communion.
When was the New Testament Written?
10/8/2024
Today's show touches on a variety of topics. From the redemption of the Creation, indulgences and the omniscience of Jesus to Purgatory, canonicity and the redactional history of the New Testament. Don't miss this edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Just War and the Morality of Soldiership
10/7/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders responds to questions about: Just war and the morality of soldiership, the moral obligation to take a treatment, Israel today vs. Old Testament Israel and more.
Faith Vs. Reason?
10/4/2024
In today's Mailbag edition Dr. Anders answers questions about: Mary and miracles, aliens, the rapture and more.
Did Jesus Need to Be Baptized?
10/3/2024
Our listeners brought very interesting subjects to today's show, for example: The Kingdom is here but not yet, does a priest has the power to make Jesus appear?, was Peter the rock? This and much more in Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Have I forgiven?
10/2/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders answers questions about The Great Schism, the difficult decision of joining the Catholic Church when coming from Protestantism and an important distinction in the process of forgiving.
Voting Catholic
10/1/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders goes deep into topics as voting Catholic, Papal Infallibility, where does people's rights come from and more.
The Seamless Garment
9/30/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders sheds light into subjects as: The invisible Church, the Seamless Garment, the Great Schism and more.
The Start of the Idolatry Charge
9/27/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about George Washington, the validity of Mormon baptism, mortal vs. venial sin and more in this edition of Called to Communion.
St. John of the Cross vs. St. Ignatius of Loyola?
9/26/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on a wide variety of subjects. From Padre Pio, Protestantism and Liberalism, making the Scripture inclusive, to female deacons, the existence of the historical Jesus and St. John of the Cross vs. St. Ignatius of Loyola.
Cup or Chalice?
9/25/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders answers questions about the words of the Canon of the Mass, our participation in the Sacrifice, the reasonable hope that all will be saved, Apokatastasis, Chialism and much more.
Is Medjugorje Approved?
9/24/2024
Is Jesus Christ evident to the Old Testament reader? Does God speaks to you on daily basis? What did St. Paul mean when he mentions The Law? This and more in today's episode of Called to Communion.
What Does Jesus Say About Homosexuality?
9/23/2024
What does #Jesus say about #homosexuality?, do Catholics believe in the #Rapture?, and why did #God require sacrifice and make Jesus die such a horrible death? #cross
Sin to Criticize the Pope?
9/20/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on: Ecumenical Bible studies, the culture problem in parishes, Orthodox vs. Roman Catholic, who makes the Magisterium and more.
The Meaning of Suffering
9/19/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders touches on a great variety of topics. From the meaning of suffering, the NRSV translation and college life to the intersession of the Saints, the Blood of St. Januarius, allegory and typology.
Prima Scriptura or Sola Scriptura?
9/18/2024
Is Prima Scriptura the same thing as Sola Scriptura? Was St. Hildegard de Bingen controversial? I find the Bible boring, is there something wrong with me? This and more in today's episode of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
All Religions leading to God?
9/17/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about ascetic practices, salvation in other religions, Thomas Merton and more.
Is Evil an Abstract Absence of God?
9/16/2024
What sect of Judaism did Jesus belonged to? How has the Enlightenment influenced Theology? Is evil an abstract absence of God? This and more in today's mailbag edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Should I Read Modern Theology?
9/13/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders introduces us to some of the theological minds that shaped the Catholic Church in the past century, the location or state of Purgatory, the dogma of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and more.
Dying Without the Sacraments?
9/12/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders answers questions like: Are sons burdened with the sins of their parents? Should I as Catholic attend to the invalid marriage ceremony of my son? Do Catholics lose salvation when dying without the Sacraments?
Inherited Demons and Generational Curses
9/11/2024
Are we trying to gain Salvation as mercenaries? Do you want tips for a good Confession? Does objective truth really exist? This and much more in today's episode of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Sin Against the Holy Spirit?
9/10/2024
Is Gregory Palamas venerated as a Catholic saint? Who is the beloved disciple? What is the sin against the Holy Spirit? This and more in today's episode of Called to Communion.
Luther and the Real Presence
9/9/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on subjects as: Luther's belief in the Real Presence, Was the Church what Jesus had in mind?, the Catholic Church and social Issues and more.
Does Protestants Believe in Sacramental Marriage?
9/6/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders takes us deep into the doctrine of Transubstantiation, the inner hypostatic union of Christ, how did the Reformation understood Marriage and more.
What is a Psychological Conversion?
9/5/2024
When did Dr. Anders start believing in the Real Presence? Are there just a few who are going to be saved? Born Again? Declared excommunicated? This and more in today's edition of Called to Communion.
Dark Passages of the Old Testament
9/4/2024
What were the first Protestant colonizers escaping from? Can Catholics use the Book of Enoch? What is Liberation Theology? This and more in today's episode of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
Live Mailbag!
9/3/2024
Answering questions from the CTC@EWTN.com mailbox. Today: What are venial sins? What are examples of charitable works? The validity of a marriage between a former Catholic and current Catholic? This and more on EWTN Radio's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders!
Labor Day Mailbag!
9/2/2024
In today's Mailbag Dr. Anders talks about why God allows evil, the Catholic take on salvation, dealing with a child on a same sex relationship and more.
Politicians as Antichrists?
8/30/2024
Can we pray to Mary and why? How did the Catholic Church ended up having its own Vatican State? Can we prove Apostolic succession? This and more in today's edition of Called to Communion.
Dealing With Priest Abuse
8/29/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on a wide variety of topics like: The reconstruction of the Temple of Jerusalem, Fideism, the absolute certainty of salvation for Catholics and more.
Not Recognizing Resurrected Jesus?
8/28/2024
Why most married man are not allowed into the Catholic priesthood? What is the Catholic take on homosexuality? Who were the Cathars, Albigensians and Bogomils? This and more in today's episode of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
How Apologetics Can Take You to Hell
8/27/2024
How did angels really looked in Biblical manifestations? Evidence for the Rapture? Should I pursue a career in Theological studies? This and more in today's episode of Called to Communion.
Do We Go Back to the Foot of the Cross in the Eucharist?
8/26/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about what Catholics believe happens in the Eucharist, what does the Church teaches about Chinese rituals, a good way to start Bible studies and more.
Could There Be Extraterrestrial Rational Life?
8/23/2024
Where is Apostolic Succession in the Bible? What implications for the faith would the existence of alien life have? Are Later Day Saints (Mormons) apologetics sustainable? This and more on today's episode of Called to Communion.
God and The Factory of Souls
8/22/2024
Why do Catholics cling to Temples, rites and clergy in the era of the Spirit? How did the Catholic Church dogmatically decide on the word on the transubstantiation? This and more in today's edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.
The Vatican and Lincoln
8/21/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on topics like: Diplomatic relationships between the Holy See and U.S. in times of the Civil War, De- Canonizations, how tragedy changes your faith and more.
The Grief of Loosing a Son
8/20/2024
Are we Catholics for ever? Can I renounce an ill advance vow in confession? How to deal with the grief of loosing a son? This and more in today's Called to Communion.
What is an Evangelical?
8/19/2024
How important is following the Signs of the Times? How to understand the Trinity? Is having a fault of personality a sin? This and more on today's Called to Communion.
The Quest for the Historical Jesus
8/16/2024
In today's fascinating mailbag edition Dr. Anders gives us more about his personal intellectual journey, the quest of higher criticism for historical Jesus, how to answer your kids' difficult questions and more. (Originally aired on 7/19/24)
Sins Against God VS Sins Against Neighbor
8/15/2024
Dr. Anders reaches into the mailbag to answer a question about sins against God vs. sins against neighbor and other questions. (Originally aired on 05/23/24)
The Four Strands of the Pentateuch
8/14/2024
What is the difference between convalidation and Radical Sanation of marriage? What are the four strands of the Pentateuch? This and more in this edition of Called to Communion.
Some Things You Need To Know About Confession
8/13/2024
On today's Called to Communion, Dr. Anders answers a question from a listener about Confession and shares some things you need to know.
Believing In A Reasonable Hope
8/12/2024
On today's Called To Communion with Dr. David Anders, why do so many Catholics believe that there is a reasonable #hope for all to be #saved?, plus 3 objections to the #Catholic #faith and other questions.
Why Are Catholics So Devoted To Angels?
8/9/2024
Why are Catholics so devoted to Angels, and is the Catholic Church a denomination? Find out how Dr. Anders answered these questions on today's show.
Why Can't Women Be Priests?
8/8/2024
On today's Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders, Dr. Anders answers questions including: why can't women be priests?
Why Two Species in the Mass?
8/7/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders takes us more deeply into the Magisterium of the Church, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and the reason for the two species and more.
Treatment of Women in the Old Testament
8/6/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders answer questions about the treatment of women in the Old Testament, separation between Church and State, doctrinal development and more.
An Answer to Grieve and Hopelessness
8/5/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders brings us a message for those in grieve and spiritual desolation.
Casting Lots With Bible?
8/2/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders explains the practice of Sortes Biblicae, talks about an experience in a Coptic Church, sentimentality in prayer and more.
Holy and Depressed?
8/1/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about: Depression, Sacred Tradition, life after death, the chosen people of God, causes for the Protestant Reformation and more.
Different Ways to Give to Charity
7/31/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders answers interesting questions about different ways to give to Charity, whom should we call father, holding hands in the Liturgy and more.
Why did God Waited so Long to be Incarnated?
7/30/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on: Catholic translations of the Bible, the Catholic understanding of the works of the Holy Spirit, Sola Scriptura, why did God waited so long to be incarnated and more.
What is Catholic Integralism?
7/29/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders goes deep into the Protestant experience, death penalty, Catholic Integralism, Post Liberalism and more.
Cremation for Catholics?
7/26/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about discerning God's will in our lives, the problem of evil and suffering, organ donation, cremation, personal eschatology and more.
Marriage Annulments
7/25/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders sheds light on subjects as: Decisions of conscience, annulments, how to answer harsh criticism for our faith and more.
The Joint Declaration On The Doctrine Of Justification
7/24/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders explains what is the purpose of the Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification between Catholics and Protestants. Also takes us into the Sonship of Christ, tithes, Mary Baker's Christian Science Church and more.
Does God Have Emotions?
7/23/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about canonical books and their authority, how the first generation of Christians saw themselves as the fulfillment of the messianic ideals promised to the Jews and more.
Religious Relativism
7/22/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about religious relativism, Purgatory, Sola Fides and more.
Dr. Anders's Search For Truth
7/19/2024
In today's fascinating mailbag edition Dr. Anders gives us more about his personal intellectual journey, the quest of higher criticism for historical Jesus, how to answer your kids' difficult questions and more.
Does Catholics Promote The Bible?
7/17/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders explains how the reading of Holy Scriptures occupy a privileged place in the Catholic Church, reasons to become Catholic, problems with premarital cohabitation and more.
Confession and Chronic Social Anxiety
7/16/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about Marian devotions, Chronic Social Anxiety, the biblical understanding of the Kingdom of Heaven and more.
What Is Considered Tradition?
7/15/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders answers questions like: What is considered Tradition? Can God be present in Hell? Is a natural marriage invalid? and more.
Was The Holy Grail Found?
7/12/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders touches on subjects like: The search for the Holy Grail, the history of Protestant theology and more.
Am I Praying Correctly?
7/11/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders talks about: Young apologists discouraged by the current state of things, crisis of faith, Baptist claims of antiquity, Marian apparitions and more.
Growing in Holiness and Being Yourself
7/10/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders goes deep into questions about: Personality, celibacy, transgenderism, homosexuality and Marian devotion.
How Should I Read C.S. Lewis?
7/9/2024
In today's show D. Anders touches on hot button issues like: Vaccines, religious activism, extraterrestrial life and gives us a tour into C. S. Lewis's bibliography.
My Church Approves Homosexual Lifestyle
7/8/2024
Is today's show Dr. Anders tackles questions about: Marxism, homosexuality, the inspiration of Scriptures and more.
How to Overcome Resistance to The Virgin Mary and The Saints
7/5/2024
Today Dr. Anders approaches questions like: Did Constantine organized the Church? How can a new convert overcome the resistance to the Holy Virgin Mary and the Saints? Are relics legit? and much more!
Happy 4th of July Mailbag!
7/4/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders sheds light on subjects as: The purpose of marriage past the childbearing age, How did Calvin and Luther interpreted the Real Presence, the Perpetual Virginity of Mary and more in this 4th of July mailbag edition!
Is Dr. Anders too harsh on Protestants?
7/3/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders responds to the observation that he can sometimes be harsh to Protestants, questions about the interpretation of Genesis, the catholic take on having a hysterectomy and more.
The Rapture of the Church
7/2/2024
Today Dr. Anders touches on several super interesting subjects as: Marriage in the Afterlife, The Protestant belief in the Rapture and the story of the King James Bible.
Why Is Baptism Necessary For Salvation?
7/1/2024
In today's show Dr. Anders responds to questions about: The need for baptism, What do Protestants mean by "Led by the Spirit"?, the vocation of singles in the Church and more.
Does Reverence Leads to Belief in the Eucharist?
6/28/2024
In Today's show Dr. Anders talks about: Reverence leading to faith in the Eucharist or vise versa, heresy, the need for saints, the story of Fr. Coyle from Birmingham Alabama and more.
How Can I Overcome my Addiction?
6/27/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders shares advice on how to break away from addictions. Also deals with questions about: Judaism, intercession of Saints, penance for a rebellious youth and more.
Catholics and Life Sustaining Treatment
6/26/2024
In today's episode Dr. Anders goes deep into questions like: Are Catholics allowed to go into life sustaining treatments? Where are our judgements specified in the Bible? Was God cruel in the Old Testament? and more.