#12461 Why Stay Catholic If Orthodox Have Valid Sacraments and Papacy? - William Albrecht

“Why stay Catholic if Orthodox have valid sacraments and papacy?” This episode explores the unique aspects of Catholicism, addressing questions like the interpretation of Jesus’ image in Catholicism compared to Orthodoxy and whether it’s acceptable to disagree with a priest on teachings. Join us for a thoughtful examination of faith and tradition.

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Questions Covered:

• 03:51 – Why stay Catholic if the Orthodox have valid sacraments?
• 12:25 – The images of Jesus tend to be the same in Orthodox Churches. Why does His image seem to be up for interpretation in Catholicism?
• 17:14 – Is it ever okay to disagree with your priest about a Catholic teaching?
• 19:50 – Since Catholics need to believe in the Papacy, how can the Orthodox be in communion?
• 29:25 – Why is it a big deal that the Orthodox don’t accept the Papacy since they accept everything else?
• 36:30 – Why is there an emphasis on the need to believe in the Assumption or the Immaculate conception?
• 44:30 – Why would it matter if you are Orthodox or Catholic, if we both can be in heaven?
• 49:37 – How can one Pope claim he couldn’t add the filioque to the creed and another claimed he could?