Can someone’s suffering save souls, even if they don’t believe in God?
Is it okay to forgive someone but keep your distance?
And is it wrong to baptize grandchildren without their parents’ consent?
In this Ask A Priest episode, Father Tim answers a series of real, heartfelt questions submitted by viewers. From offering suffering for loved ones, to navigating forgiveness and boundaries, to discerning the right way to care for children’s souls, this rapid-fire conversation blends Church teaching with deep pastoral wisdom.
Nothing is wasted with God.
Forgiveness doesn’t always mean reconciliation.
Zeal for souls must always walk hand-in-hand with truth and charity.
If you’ve ever wrestled with complicated family, faith, or moral questions, this episode is for you.
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What New Year Resolutions Will Help Me Become a Saint?
Abs. Savings. Finding your soulmate. Great goals, but they won’t last forever. What if your New Year’s resolution wasn’t about your body, your bank account, or your relationship status but about becoming a saint? In this episode of Ask A Priest, Father Tim shares three New Year’s resolutions that actually matter for eternity. From spending carefree time with Jesus in the Eucharist, to daily consistency in prayer, to cultivating friendships that lead you closer to Christ, this episode reframes what it really means to start a new year well.
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Why Is The Eucharist Not Mentioned In The Creed?
We pray the Creed every Sunday, but have you ever noticed something missing? Why doesn’t it explicitly mention the Eucharist? In this episode of Ask A Priest, Father Tim explains why the Eucharist wasn’t included in the Creed, not because it was unimportant, but because it was never questioned. For the first thousand years of Christianity, belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist was assumed, lived, and loved by the faithful. The Creed was written to defend what was under attack, and the Eucharist didn’t need defending… until later.
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Why Do We Pray For The Dead?
When we whisper a prayer —”Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord” —we’re doing more than remembering; we’re loving. Even when someone has already reached eternal life, our prayers still echo, increasing their joy in God’s presence and deepening our own hope in the life to come. In this Ask A Priest episode, Fr. Edward reflects on…
