151 - Catholics & Christians: Belief & Tradition

In this episode, Ridge and his wife Joan join Shelby and Rita for a candid, respectful conversation about the differences—and shared ground—between Christians and Catholics. We talk openly about why some Christians don’t recognize Catholics as fellow Christians, the ever-present debate around Mary, and how centuries of history (including some very real bad actors) still shape modern perceptions. Rather than drawing battle lines, we focus on the idea that we’re all trying to live out faith on the same team, even if traditions, language, and practices look different. We also acknowledge how easy it is to judge a church with a long, complicated history—especially when it’s had a few thousand extra years to make mistakes. This episode isn’t about winning arguments. It’s about understanding where the tension comes from, why it persists, and how faith conversations can be handled with humility instead of hostility. If this conversation resonated with you, do us a favor—rate the show, follow so you don’t miss future episodes, and share it with someone who might appreciate a little more understanding and a little less division. Thanks for listening, and welcome to the barn.