Just in time for Christmas, some prep for confession if you haven't been to church in a while.

0:00 Intro

8:06 Question

25:00 Coming Attractions

28:11 Church Search: Listener Picks

This week's podcast answers questions about Mary.

0:00 Intro

6:08 Question

20:23 Coming Attractions

21:55 Church Search: Listener Picks

Timing is everything -- especially getting to Mass on time. The team discusses arriving late.

0:00 -- Intro

6:05 -- Question

22:36 -- Coming Attractions

24:19 -- Church Search: Listener Picks 

With Thanksgiving around the corner, the team discusses family and forgiveness.

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5:25 -- Question

21:58 -- Coming Attractions

24:30 -- Church Search: Listener Picks 

This week, we talk about what Heaven will be like -- What age do we appear in Heaven and will we recognize other people?

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6:02 -- Question

20:03 -- Coming Attractions

21:57 -- Church Search: Listener Picks 

On this week's podcast, we talk about baptism -- What happens when you're baptized and if you ever need to be rebaptized.

0:00 – Intro

5:15 -- Question

23:11 -- Coming Attractions

24:59 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

We answer a timely question for the celebration of the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls and Dia de Los Muertos.

0:00 – Intro

13:10 -- Question

25:50 -- Coming Attractions

28:18 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

What will heaven be like? Will we be married? This week's podcast has the answer about what comes after "death do us part."

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7:52 -- Question

18:31 -- Coming Attractions

19:59 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

On this week's podcast: questions about bishops and cardinals and a discussion of the Synod of Bishops.

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10:00 -- Question

26:56 -- Coming Attractions

29:12 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

Asked to be a godparent? We review the requirements.

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6:37 -- Question

20:32 -- Coming Attractions

23:30 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

We dive into the meanings of the gospel writers' accounts of Jesus' Resurrection.

0:00 – Intro

7:10 -- Question

26:56 -- Coming Attractions

29:17 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

We have suggestions for how to respond when someone makes fun of your faith.

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7:18 -- Question

22:14 -- Coming Attractions

24:46 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

Moses, Elijah, Jesus…all fond of mountaintop experiences! We explain why.

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9:12 -- Question

23:38 -- Coming Attractions

26:23 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

How can we justify praying to saints as if they have specific magical powers?
Find out what the Church says about superstition.

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5:43 -- Question
23:34 -- Coming Attractions
26:56 -- Church Search: Listener Picks

Learn more about the timing of the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation.

0:00 — Intro

10:28 — Question

29:00 — Coming Attractions

31:06 — Church Search: Listener Picks

Listeners, this is Fr. Steve's last podcast! We answer a question about the Bible’s many versions.  

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14:25 — Question

30:45 — Coming Attractions

33:48 — Church Search: Listener Picks

Want to show how your faith impacts your life while at work but just don't know how? The Busted Halo Cast has some tips.

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6:21 — Question

15:15— Coming Attractions

Considering a call to religious life and also struggling with paying back student loans? The Busted Halo Cast has some advice.

0:00 — Intro

6:46 — Question

24:27 — Coming Attractions

Do you ever feel like you’re just going through the motions of faith? Want to get out of a rut? The Busted Halo Cast has some insight.

0:00 — Intro

10:00 — Question

23:15 — Coming Attractions

Wait — There are more books in the Catholic Bible? We'll tell you why on this episode of the Busted Halo Cast.

0:00 — Intro

7:52 — Question

25:39 — Coming Attractions

Do you ever wonder what the priest is doing with the water, wine, and the chalice? We talk about the rituals of Mass.

0:00 — Intro

5:45 — Question

20:00 — Coming Attractions

Struggling with what you believe? Does something feel "off" at church? The Busted Halo Cast talks about exploring your faith.

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7:45 — Question

23:20 — Coming Attractions

This week’s podcast covers a serious topic – funerals in cases of suicide.

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7:23 — Question

19:29 — Coming Attractions

On this week’s podcast – a conversation about prayer postures during Mass.

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7:56 — Question

19:44 — Coming Attractions 

With things getting warmer outside, the Busted Halo Cast answers a question about when things start getting heated up on the inside!

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5:10 — Question

22:52 — Coming Attractions

A little water, a little Father-Son-and-Holy Spirit -- and you have a baptism! On this episode we talk about the Sacrament of Baptism.

0:00 — Intro

5:20 — Question

21:55 — Coming Attractions

Altar call anyone? On this week’s episode we answer a question about publicly being asked to repent and declare your faith.

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6:36 — Question

19:30 — Coming Attractions

#404 -- Is it okay to ask the priest questions during confession?

Sin — or no sin? On this week’s episode we answer a question about asking questions during the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

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6:00 — Question

17:25 — Coming Attractions

What to do about people who leave Mass early?

Should I stay or should I go? This Busted Halo Cast covers the topic of leaving Mass early.

0:00 — Intro

5:12 — Question

23:50 — Coming Attractions

This episode of the Busted Halo Cast answers a question about interfaith marriage in the Catholic Church.

0:00 — Intro

6:50 — Question

19:53 — Coming Attractions

The date of Easter changes every year. Why? We have the answer -- plus this week’s scripture readings as the Season of Easter continues. 

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5:21 — Question

15:23 — Coming Attractions

Happy 400th Busted Halo Cast! Things have changed a bit through the years – as you can see in the photo to the right. For this very special episode, we have an “on location” report from Fr. Dave to help us answer a caller’s question of faith. Here at the Busted Halo Cast, we go to great lengths to get your questions answered! Coming Attractions -- We’re on the road to Emmaus with Jesus and the disciples, sharing hospitality and breaking bread with one another. Church Search from the most famous Catholic church in the world -- St. Peter’s Basilica. Save your frequent flyer miles for a visit.

Don’t miss this special edition of the Busted Halo Cast -- and thank you for listening!

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5:21 — Question

15:23 — Coming Attractions

Podcast #399 – Why Do Catholics Pray To Mary and the Saints?

The Busted Halo Team answers a question about prayer and the tradition of Mary and the Saints as they relate to our prayer lives. 

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7:48 — Question

28:13 — Coming Attractions

It’s Extreme Home Makeover: Church Edition! The Busted Halo team answers a question about side altars and their purpose in today’s churches. Coming Attractions from Matthew -- It's Palm Sunday! 

"Is there a rhyme or reason for choosing a saint name?"  Question begins at 5:00.  'Coming Attractions' reads from Ezekiel.  'Church Search' visits Philadelphia, PA.

Do Lutherans cross themselves and genuflect like Catholics do?  Question begins at 9:12.  'Coming Attractions' reads from Ephesians 5.  'Church Search' visits Muncie, Indiana.

How can I be less negative during Lent?  Fr. Dave & Barbara are on location from the Anaheim Convention Center and the 2014 L.A. Religious Ed Congress.  3-17-14.

"Is it a sin to kneel DURING the 'Holy, Holy' and 'Lamb of God' as opposed to afterward?" Question begins at 9:45.  'Coming Attractions' reads the Transfiguration from Matthew 17.  'Church Search' visits Las Vegas, Nevada.

LENT 2014!  "Did I fulfill my Sunday Mass obligation when I attended a Russian Orthodox service?  Question time is 11:55.  'Coming Attractions' reads from Matthew 4.  'Church Search' visits Portland, Maine.

'What do the letters after a priests name mean?' Question begins 6:55. 'Coming Attractions' reads from Matthew 6.  'Church Search' visits Knoxville, TN.

"Do cremated remains have to be buried in a Catholic cemetery?" Question begins 7:40.  'Coming Attractions' reads from Matthew 5.  'Church Search' visits Windsor, Canada.

Why is a non-Catholic marriage require an annulment in the Catholic Church? Question begins at 7:30.  'Coming Attractions' reads from 1st Corinthians.  'Church Search' visits Tacoma, Washington.

"Can I baptize myself?" Question begins at 6:30.  'Coming Attractions' reads from the Gospel of Matthew.  'Church Search' visits Cedar Falls, Iowa.

"How can we have faith in the Bible with all its exaggerations?" Question is at 10:20. 'Coming Attractions' reads from the Gospel of Matthew.  'Church Search' visits Honolulu, HI.

How did the Gospel writers come to know the stories they wrote in the Gospels?" Question begins at 8:09. 'Coming Attractions' reads from the Gospel of John. 'Church Search' 

"How can I talk with my friend about my faith without it becoming conflictual?"  Question begins at 7:56. 'Coming Attractions' reads from the prophet, Isaiah.  'Church Search' visits Miami, FL.