Struggling With Church Teachings? Watch This! - Episode 38 Trust in God Podcast

If you’ve ever found your heart or mind at odds with what the Catholic Church teaches, you aren't alone. Whether it’s a struggle with hot-button moral issues or simply not understanding the "why" behind ancient dogmas, many Catholics feel like they are "hopping over the guardrails."In Episode 38 of The Trust in God Podcast, Grant and Father Bennett dive deep into the difference between "protest dissent" and "faith seeking understanding." We explore the limits of Papal Infallibility, the role of the Magisterium, and how to navigate personal preferences vs. divine law.If you feel lukewarm or confused about your faith, this conversation offers a path back to clarity through humility and inquiry.In this episode, we cover:The definition of the Magisterium (The Church’s Teaching Office).Why the Pope isn't "infallible" about everything (like baseball teams).How to handle disagreements over liturgy and parish "preferences."Navigating hard teachings on contraception and LGBT relationships.The danger of a "Democratic" or "Relative" approach to faith.Challenge for the week:Don't stay in the dark. If you have a question you've been hiding from, email your priest or set up a time to talk. Seek the understanding your faith deserves.Chapters0:00 Why we struggle with Church teaching1:45 What is the Magisterium?4:05 Is the Pope always right?5:40 Dissent vs. Seeking Understanding10:15 Preferences vs. Faith and Morals15:30 Dying to your own preferences19:10 How the Church handles new technology24:45 Navigating hot-button moral issues30:00 The trap of moral relativism38:15 Overcoming difficulty with ancient dogmas43:10 The "Democratic Church" mistake49:40 Legitimate vs. Illegitimate dissent54:40 My Challenge: Talk to a priest1:01:20 Why we shouldn't just go through the motions1:04:45 A Prayer for Clarity and HumilityFor more information about St. Michael the Archangel Pastorate, visit:🌐 Website: https://stmichaelpastorate.org/📱 Facebook (St. Augustine, Rensselaer): https://www.facebook.com/staugustinerensselaer📱 Facebook (Sacred Heart, Remington): https://www.facebook.com/sacredheartremington📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stmichaelpastorate/🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@st.michaelthearchangelpast999🟣 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trust-in-god-podcast/id1845406973 🟢 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7f6OQsJ3gD8mNAZqMyMLaW?si=312994efcd894cff To give and support the work Jesus is doing click here: https://stmichaelpastorate.org/donations We’re excited to grow with you!