Mondays: John Martignoni (apologetics)
         Tuesdays: Barbara McGuigan (chastity/pro-life issues)
         Wednesdays: Fr. Mitch Pacwa (Bible, Catechism and Church teaching)
         Thursdays: Fr. Larry Richards (new evangelization) 
          Fridays: Colin Donovan (theology)
Facilitator: Jack Williams
Producer: Elena Rodríguez/Michael McCall
Call-screener: Matt Gubenski

EWTN Open Line Archive 2016-2018

Caller Brenda became a transsexual woman at age 64.   What made Brenda come back to the Church?  Listener Jane’s granddaughter always felt she was a boy.  How can Jane help?  That comes up in the second half.  Pro-life and chastity expert Barbara McGuigan hosts “EWTN Open Line—Tuesday.”  She begins talking about gender re-assignment surgery in children and teens and what the American College of Pediatricians has to say about it.  Listener Elizabeth saw a same-sex wedding cake displayed at a family store.  What should she do?  Leigh Ann asks how we can help fight the identity crisis.  Barry feels the government is promoting the LGTB agenda.  Have pen and paper ready to take down all the resources Barbara McGuigan shares.  Tune in to “EWTN Open Line.”

Open Line - 04/12/16 - Barbara talks to a Catholic transsexual

Listener Pat asks if Jesus might have just be using a hyperbole when He said: “this is my Body and this is my Blood.”  Chad calls to ask why the Catholic Church believe life starts at conception.  Scripture scholar Fr. Mitch Pacwa hosts “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”   Dwayne asks Father to explain invincible ignorance.  Anthony wonders which version of the Stations of the Cross is the right one.  Tom wonders when Jesus first knew who He was?  Jim asks how do nuns get a new Mother Superior.  Gary wonders is the “greatest Commandment” enough for salvation.  Patty would like to explain to her friend why bury her husband’s ashes.  It’s all here on “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”

Was Jesus just using symbolism about "My Body and My Blood?" OL Wed. Apr. 13, 2016-Fr Mitch Pacwa

How can I evangelize schismatic family members?, Caller Jason shares how Fr. Larry has helped him, and asks how he can evangelize his family?, How can I defend the sacrament of Confirmation biblically?, How can I evangelize to my non-denominational girlfriend?, How can I evangelize my fallen away Catholic friends?, and more on today's Open Line.

Open Line 04/14/2016 Everybody Is Called To The Father

Listener James asks if a priest can refuse someone from kneeling to receive Holy Communion.  Caller Carol was turned away from Confession because she had just been in Holy Mass.  EWTN’s VP of Theology Colin Donovan hosts “EWTN Open Line—Friday” to answer your theology and liturgy questions.  Caller Matthew wants to know what is baptism of desire.   Lupita’s granddaughter was not confirmed because her sponsor was not married by the Church.  Katherine asks if we can ask for the intercession of souls in Purgatory.  Mike asks how many days do we have to go to Confession when gaining a plenary indulgence.  Jeff and his wife are living as brother and sister while they get married through the Church.  A priest told him to stay away from Communion.  Should that apply even to his case?  This is where faith and reason join hands, on “EWTN Open Line—Friday.”

Can a priest can refuse Communion to someone kneeling? OPEN LINE Fri. Apr. 15, 2016--Colin Donovan

Does the Bible say tattoos and piercings are bad?  Caller Peter is curious.  That comes up in the second half.  First, is it true St. Peter is buried in Jerusalem?  Listener Steven has a friend who went to Jerusalem and insists he saw the bones of St. Peter there—not in Rome.  Scriptural apologist John Martignoni hosts “EWTN Open Line—Monday” to take your calls and explain why Catholics have certain beliefs that may be controversial to other Christian denominations.  Kevin asks what does “by His stripes we were healed” really mean.  Dina is helping her daughter find more about the Reformation.  Mary in Singapore asks Leviticus 19:27-28 where it seems to say you’re not to cut your beard.  Is that so? Brenda wonders how her Protestant brother and sister can have the Holy Spirit if she knows they are committing mortal sin.  Good questions get insightful answers here on “EWTN Open Line—Monday.”

Does the Bible say tattoos and piercings are bad? OPEN LINE Mon. Apr. 18, 2016--John Martignoni

Barbara shares a story about her grandson Micha, and shares the latest Pew research polls on abortion in America. Calls include: Aren't NFP and artificial contraception the same?, Is complying with the Affordable Care Act sinful?, What can you do when you know a pregnant woman is on drugs? Barbara shares the latest news on David Daleiden, and more on today's Open Line. 

Open Line - 04/19/2016 - Aren't NFP and contraception the same?

Did Mary give birth normally? Would a multiverse negate our beliefs as Catholics? How can I talk to my atheist sister about my faith? Might Lazarus be the apostle Jesus loved? and more on today's Open Line with guest host Fr, Jim Booth.

Would a multiverse negate our beliefs as Catholics? - Open Line - 04/20/2016

Richard’s friend is asking him how many works does it take to get to Heaven?  That comes up later.  First, Mike asks where can he read more about who changed the Bible?  Fr. Larry Richards hosts “EWTN Open Line—Thursday” to talk about the new evangelization.  Gerri’s trying to forgive, but forgetting is something she just can’t do, yet.  Myrna doesn’t get why Mary had to be a virgin for our salvation.  Millie says Jews crucified Jesus on Friday and Christians on Sunday.  Hope asks why did Jesus call his Mom “woman” at the wedding of Cana.  Share the joy of the new evangelization, here, on “EWTN Open Line—Thursday.” 

How many works does it take to get to Heaven?  OPEN LINE Thu Apr 21, 2016--Fr. Larry Richards

Listener Mike asks if it’s true the English were killed for reading the Bible in the Middle Ages.  Caller Jerry wants to know the theological explanation for the Assumption of Mary.  EWTN’s VP of Theology Colin Donovan hosts “EWTN Open Line—Friday” to answer your theology and liturgy questions.  Frederick asks about the difference between exhortation and culpability.  Meekness disarms the violent.  Tune in to “EWTN Open Line—Friday.”

The English were killed for reading the Bible?  OPEN LINE--Fri. Apr. 22, 2016--Colin Donovan

Did Pope ever marry?  Listener Allen asks.  Caller Katherine wonders about how saints get assigned on the liturgical calendar.  Scriptural apologist John Martignoni hosts “EWTN Open Line—Monday” to take your calls and explain where Catholic beliefs are in the Bible.  Kelly asks how to approach someone who says she sees the aura of people.  Mike wonders if a Catholic who commits suicide can have a Catholic funeral.  Was the Mass celebrated before Jesus’ ascended?  Terry is asking.  Brian’s sisters are going to marry Catholic but they don’t stand with Church teaching.  Should he stand in the wedding or decline and explain why—even if it creates a family controversy?  Many struggles with circumcision and whether the Old Testament should be applied in the New Testament. Play Catholic trivia, right here on “EWTN Open Line—Monday.”

Did Popes ever marry?  OPEN LINE Mon. Apr. 25, 2016--John Martignoni

Listener Kiersten works in a pharmacy that sells Plan B—the abortifacient.  Would she be morally culpable if she rings up the buyer at the cash register?  Pro-life and chastity expert Barbara McGuigan hosts “EWTN Open Line—Tuesday.”  Kate asks what to do about magazines that promote promiscuity.  Roxana went in for jury duty for a guy who had strangled a 6-month-old baby.  She wasn’t selected for the jury, but what would be her duty as a Catholic?  Life questions get life answers, here on “EWTN Open Line.”

Responsible if I work at a pharmacy that sells Plan B? OPEN LINE Tue Apr 26, 2016--Barbara McGuigan

Listener Laurie wonders how to talk to a same-sex oriented soldier who is under her command in the military.   That comes up later.  First, caller Paul dropped a flake of a consecrated Host.  He tried finding it, but couldn't.  What else should have he done?   Missionary priest Fr. Wade Menezes, CPM, of the “Fathers of Mercy” fills in Fr. Mitch Pacwa to host “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”   Jodie defines herself as a “Sunday widow” because her husband won’t join her for anything having to do with faith.  It’s tearing her heart.  Sandy asks how do you get kids to go to adoration and how to get the support of the parish priest.  Becky wants to know what are the new rules regarding annulments.  Susie wonders if she should include her son in her will because he’s living with a same-sex partner.  Fasten your seat belts: It’s a fast-moving, thought-provoking and interactive hour, right here on “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”

Your subordinate has same-sex attraction. What to say? OPEN LINE Wed. Apr. 27, 2016-Fr. Wade Menezes

Caller Carrie is in a bind.  She must attend a wedding and she doesn’t want to.  How can she discern what to do?  Listener Cindy wonders how to get her husband on fire for his faith?  Fr. Larry Richards hosts “EWTN Open Line—Thursday” to talk about the new evangelization.  Joan wonders if God makes people Catholic.  Mark calls in from France to ask how do you grow in trust for God.  Mary wonders what to say to her relative who cohabitated before marriage.  What is his state of grace?  Every time José tries to bring up religion with his wife, she pushes him away.  How can José evangelize her?  Amanda asks people around her not to take the Lord’s name in vain but instead of convincing them, they stop talking to her.  How can Margaret get her pastor to speak out against abortion?  Christine wants to know more about fasting in prayer for other members of the family to come back to the faith.  Evangelize more effectively, evangelize with a smile.  Learn how, here, on “EWTN Open Line—Thursday.” 

To attend or not attend the wedding.  What to do?  OPEN LINE Thu. Apr. 28, 2016--Fr. Larry Richards

Caller Chris wonders why receiving the sacraments doesn’t seem to change people for the better?  Listener Grace asks how to talk to a friend about the Jewish origins of the Catholic Church.  EWTN’s VP of Theology Colin Donovan hosts “EWTN Open Line—Friday” to answer your theology and liturgy questions.  Our youngest caller today, Seamus, asks why do we bless ourselves with our right hand?  Rick wonders if man is made in the image of God—then how come man is born evil?  Marianne wonders if the term “original sin” will ever change.  Galen asks what’s keeping the Church from dropping the requirement to have marriage recognized by the State.  Jack asks when did the “no attachment to sin” requirement first come up with indulgences.  Chano asks how to know you are reading a Catholic Bible and not a different kind.  Be in the know… Tune in to “EWTN Open Line—Friday.”

People receiving Sacraments don't become better persons? OPEN LINE Fri. Apr. 30, 2016--Colin Donovan

Listener Patti asks how can she keep defending the Pope after the documents he’s written?  Scriptural apologist John Martignoni hosts “EWTN Open Line—Monday” explains how to make a convincing argument for the beliefs Catholics profess.  Caller Cathy asks about the SSPX and the SSPV societies.   Jim asks about the “filioque” and doctrine found in Scripture.  Jason says some parishes skip the Creed.  Isn’t that a necessary part of the Mass?  Jennifer just heard about the need for consecrated hands handling the Eucharist.  She’s a lay minister—not a priest.  So should she continue to be a lay minister taking Communion to the sick?  Elaine is trying to figure out where in the Bible does it say Mary was without sin.  Laura asks why do people show more reverence to the Monstrance than to the Host, during Mass?  Get your apologetics shot in the arm, right here on “EWTN Open Line—Monday.”  

How can I defend the Pope with all this he's writing? OPEN LINE Mon. May 2, 2016--John Martignoni

Caller Joe and his wife Mary have opposing viewpoints on matters of life.  How does he handle this?  Listener Juan asks about the link between contraception and abortion.  Pro-life and chastity expert Barbara McGuigan hosts “EWTN Open Line—Tuesday.”  Anthony wonders about guardian angels in the case of twins—does each twin get their own?  We thank God for your life, here on “EWTN Open Line.”

What to do when your spouse disagrees with you on matters of life--OPEN LINE--Tue. May 3, 2016

Caller Karen asks when did we stop going to confession inside a confessional?  That comes up at the bottom of the hour.  First, listener Joseph asks how can we understand the Catholic concept of reality.  Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard fills in Fr. Mitch Pacwa to host “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”   Diana asks if we are saved by grace or by works.  She is also curious about the Pope having dialogue with Muslims.  Manny’s family is anti-Catholic and questions why the Catholic Church does not recognize the gospel of Judas.  Mason asks if a priest does the Consecration right, but does not personally will the transubstantiation, would the congregation be deceived into believing they are receiving Jesus?  It’s a fascinating universe of knowledge, right here on “EWTN Open Line—Wednesday.”

When did we stop using confessionals?  OPEN LINE--Wed. May 4, 2016--Karlo Broussard

Listener Diane’s granddaughter recently became gay and is not talking to Diane any more.  How can Diane discuss Target without pushing her away.  First, one of our youngest caller of the day, Aubrey, asks how can she explain to her grandma—who recently joined the Church—that not all churches are the same.  Fr. Larry Richards hosts “EWTN Open Line—Thursday” to talk about the new evangelization.  Sarah’s friend is dismissive of the Catholic church.  How can she better explain the Church?  Bruce wasn’t allowed in church because he was wearing a mason tie clip.  Linda wants to get people excited about the Jubilee Year of Mercy—but how?  Trevor wants to work for unity among Christians of other denominations.  Whenever he says he’s Catholic, everyone stops talking to him.  How can he find that common ground? Our youngest caller today, Henry, calls about the new heaven, the new earth and the book of Revelation.  What is right and what is wrong?  Don’t get confused.  Get infused by the Holy Spirit in your role of evangelization, here, on “EWTN Open Line—Thursday.” 

She's gay and not talking to you because you're Catholic.  OPEN LINE Thu. May 5, 2016--Fr Larry

Caller Bridgette finds chapter 8 of “The Joy of Love” very hurtful because it shows mercy only to those who refuse to change.  She is the “discarded spouse” because her husband has gone away with another Catholic woman.  This comes up in the second half of the show.  On today’s Open Line—Friday slot, we offer this special EWTN Theology Roundtable show to look at Pope Francis’ apostolic exhortation “The Joy of Love”—Amoris Laetitia—by its name in Latin.  Host Colin Donovan, vice president of theology at EWTN sits down with EWTN theology advisors Laura Dittus and Cindy Cuellar to talk about the potential impact of this papal exhortation on the Church.  They begin by explaining this post-synodal apostolic exhortation and what has been so controversial about it.   You might be surprised by what they point out that should not be controversial.  Listener Frank asks if the Pope’s goal might be to make us uncomfortable in order to make us grow—since he’s not allowing for any comfortable solution.  Caller Mary wonders how to get her sister and her sister’s husband back to the Sacraments.  Her sister’s previous marriage has not been annulled, she doesn’t practice her faith but she will receive Holy Communion at funerals.  Sit down with our theologians on today’s EWTN Radio’s Open Line—and our special EWTN Theology Roundtable show.

The Pope's exhortation is hurtful.  THEOLOGY ROUNDTABLE Fri. May 6, 2016

What does the Church have to say about cremation? Listener Ron asks.  That comes up later.  First, caller Paul says Catholic college presidents met in 1967 to water down the academics and he wonders if that’s brought any positive result.  Scriptural apologist John Martignoni hosts “EWTN Open Line—Monday” explains why Catholics should stand up for their beliefs.  Dan ask if Purgatory still exist at the time of the second coming?  Greg’s first confession was general absolution.  All his life he’s wondered if that was valid?  Jim hears several songs during Mass say “we become what we receive.”  Is that blasphemous?  Mike asks if there is any room in traditional Catholicism—nowadays—for speaking in tongues.  Eric wonders why the Creed says “descended into Hell” when it’s really the bosom of Abraham.  Kurt had a huge gap of many years between his first and second confessions.  He couldn’t remember everything, but sins he forgot during confession coming back to mind.  What does he do?  Judy went to a funeral Mass at the end of which they played the college fight song of the deceased.  Is that liturgically correct?  Go through apologetics boot campe right here on “EWTN Open Line—Monday.”  

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