Best Truglia Podcasts (2024)

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The Authenticity of Pseudo Dionysius (w/ Craig Truglia) 2:00:03

12d ago2:00:03

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Craig Truglia joins me to discuss his article concerning the authenticity of St. Dionysius the Areopagite's writings!RSM Blog = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/01/06/real-seekers-blogs-january-2024-beyond/

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Shroud Wars: Celebrating the Legacy of Barrie Schwortz 2:20:56

3h ago2:20:56

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Barrie Schwortz, was the official STURP photographer and owner of the Shroud.com website, but he was much, much more, he was also a proud father, loving friend and just an all-around wonderful human being. Sadly, Barrie passed away a few weeks ago on June 21st 2024 at the age of 77 years old.Over a dozen Shroud experts, both Pro and Skeptic alike, …

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Biden DROPS OUT of the Presidential Race!

2d ago

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By Michael Lofton

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Vigano Claims Faithful Catholics Are Schismatics

2h ago

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Michael Lofton reviews the excommunicated former Archbishop Vigano’s most recent diatribe against the Catholic Church. He also addresses LifeSiteNews and their promotion of Vigano’s schismatic content and considers if they are still Catholic.By Michael Lofton

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Shroud Wars: Panel Review (Part 14)- Shroud History from 501-900 A.D. 4:16:26

1h ago4:16:26

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Jack Markwardt and Hugh Farey return to continue their discussion comparing the evidence for the Image of Edessa vs. the Image of God Incarnate hypotheses for where the Shroud was in pre-medieval times. In this episode, we move on to cover the next 400 years from 501-900 A.D.RSM Blog = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2023/02/17/shroud-wa…

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Is J.D. Vance A Catholic?

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Michael Lofton goes over J.D. Vance’s position on abortion in light of his claim to have converted to Catholicism in 2019. He then addresses whether Biden will step down and lastly reviews Trump’s RNC speech.By Michael Lofton

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Pope Francis Says Catholics SHOULD Get Involved in Politics!

2d ago

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Pope Francis Says Catholics SHOULD Get Involved in Politics!By Michael Lofton

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Oakwood Bible Study #3: The Shroud & the Historical Jesus 1:03:23

1h ago1:03:23

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In Part 3 of my Bible Study we switch gears to focus on the historical authenticity of the Shroud. We go over the argument from Art History, Numismatics/Coins, the Sudarium of Oviedo, the 5 First-Century Scientific dating techniques and possible references to Shroud images in the NT. RSM Blog (with my Slides for free) =…

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Are We Witnessing Society Collapse?

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Michael Lofton dives into a whirlwind of topics, shedding light on society’s struggles. From Biden’s NAACP convention mishaps to Jack Black’s reaction to Kyle Gass’ remarks on Trump, and Ingrid Andress’ rendition of the star spangled banner, to the latest updates on the Trump shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks, buckle up for a rollercoaster of intriguin…

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RNC Prayers Turn Into Clown Show (2024)

2d ago

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Michael Lofton delves into the controversial prayers from the RNC’s opening day, revealing surprising inadequacies.By Michael Lofton

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Converting to Eastern Orthodoxy (Challenging John Newby of John 20:28 Apologetics) 2:30:58

7h ago2:30:58

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Recent convert to the Orthodox religion is John Newby of John 20:28 Apologetics. Tyler Fowler invited David Russell and myself as Protestants to probe and challenge John on why he switched from Protestant to Orthodox. The conversation was unexpectedly cordial given the format proposed by Tyler and much more substantive than my convo with someone li…

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Ed Feser on Problematic Papal Teachings

4d ago

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Michael Lofton interacts with Dr. Ed Feser’s criticisms of the Pope Francis pontificate in areas related to the death penalty revision, communion for divorced and remarried and blessings for gay couples.By Michael Lofton

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Oakwood Bible Study #2: How the Shroud Images Formed 1:13:03

2h ago1:13:03

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This is Part 2 and this time we get a little bit technical as we cover the scientific evidence pertaining to various image-formation explanations for the Shroud of Turin. In the end, we know the images are not due to random chance, natural laws or regularities involving a decomposing corpse nor are they due to human artistic design in the medieval …

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Did Pope John XXII Admit Popes Can Teach Heresy?

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Michael Lofton addresses the objection that Pope John XXII admitted in Ne Super His that popes could teach heresy in their magisterium.By Michael Lofton

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Critical Thinking & Logic (Lecture #7)- Argument Reconstruction Part 2 (Argument Diagrams) 25:34

3d ago25:34

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In Part 2 on Argument Reconstruction, we go over another helpful visual tool for reconstructing arguments, namely Argument Diagramming.RSM Blog (with my slides for free) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/01/patreon-philosophy-courses-critical-thinking-logic/

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Critical Thinking & Logic (Lecture #6)- Argument Reconstruction Part 1 1:02:34

2h ago1:02:34

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I go over Part 1 of Unit 3 on Argument Reconstruction, this lecture gives helpful tips for reconstructing arguments into "Standard Form".RSM Blog (with Slides) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/01/patreon-philosophy-courses-critical-thinking-logic/

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Mel Gibson Rejects Pope Francis and Praises Vigano

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Michael Lofton takes a look at Mel Gibson’s letter to the excommunicated Vigano. He also addresses the claim that Athanasius was excommunicated by the pope and refutes Mel Gibson’s attempt to draw a parallel between St. Athanasius and Vigano.By Michael Lofton

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Liberal vs. Conservative Christianity (Dr. Helmut Felzmann) 2:18:44

22h ago2:18:44

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Dr. Helmut Felzmann joins David Russell and myself to evaluate his worldview to see how it jives with traditional Christianity.RSM Blog = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/01/06/real-seekers-blogs-january-2024-beyond/

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Can Bishops Dissent Against the Magisterium?

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Can bishops dissent against the magisterium? Or, are they obliged to assent to what the magisterium teaches? Michael Lofton examines the profession of faith that bishops and cardinals make and consider if dissent against the magisterium is a violation of their own promise to hold to the profession of faith.…

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Is the Church Considering Women’s Ordination to the Diaconate?

4d ago

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Uncover the latest buzz in Catholic circles as Michael Lofton delves into what some claim to be Pope Francis’ potential groundbreaking move to explore the historical role of women deaconesses and its implications on church traditions.By Michael Lofton

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Does Vatican II Teach Anything Infallibly?

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Does Vatican II Teach Anything Infallibly? Are episcopal consecrations the same as episcopal ordinations? Was the former Archbishop Vigano recently conditionally consecrated a bishop by Bishop Williamson? These questions will be explored in detail by Michael Lofton.By Michael Lofton

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Critical Thinking & Logic (Lecture #5)- Inductive Arguments 28:26

3d ago28:26

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This time we cover Inductive Logic and finish off Unit #2.RSM Blog (with my Slides) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/01/patreon-philosophy-courses-critical-thinking-logic/ Donation Links: Link Tree= linktr.ee/realseekers PayPal = paypal.me/RealSeekers Patreon = patreon.com/RealSeekers…

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Man-Made Tradition has Corrupted the Biblical Doctrine of Justification (with Phil Bair) 2:15:36

4d ago2:15:36

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Phil Bair joins me to discuss his new book, "Biblical Justification: How Man-Made Tradition has Corrupted the Biblical Doctrine of Justification".RSM Blog = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/09/phil-bair-shows/

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Is the SSPX Schismatic? w/ Andrew Mioni

14d ago

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Is the SSPX Schismatic? w/ Andrew MioniBy Michael Lofton

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Shroud Wars: Panel Review (Part 12B)- Ordinary Natural Mechanisms (w/ Kelly Kearse) 1:50:25

9d ago1:50:25

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Dr. Kelly Kearse saw my Panel Review Part 12 show with Hugh Farey and Bob Rucker and he wished to come on to do a one on one to represent his own position on the ordinary natural mechanisms like Maillard reaction + skin contact as a way of explaining the body images and humidity imprinting of the bloodstains. This will provide you with the perspect…

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Reacting to Cringey Muslim Arguments

5d ago

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Luis Dizon and Michael Lofton react to a Muslims arguments against Christianity.By Michael Lofton

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Did Vigano Just Deny ALL Popes Since Vatican II?

6d ago

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Michael Lofton covers Vigano’s new claim that the authority of the post-conciliar popes must be questioned. He also addresses the implications this has on many Catholics. Then, Michael considers the statements of Bishop Strickland in relation to Vigano and Cardinal McCarrick, as well as John Henry Westen’s (LifeSiteNews) comments about Vigano’s exc…

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True or False- Christianity is True? (w/ Tyler Vela) 3:30:03

7d ago3:30:03

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I encountered Tyler Vela in Capturing Christianity's live chat the other day and he claimed that Shroudies are akin to flat Earthers; them's fighting words Tyler lol!I like Tyler and consider him an online friend, so I have invited him on the show to discuss my methodology with regard to assessing miracles in favour of Christianity (the historical …

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Vigano’s Excommunication Letter LEAKED!

7d ago

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Michael Lofton examines former Archbishop Vigano’s excommunication letter from the Vatican.By Michael Lofton

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BREAKING: Archbishop Vigano EXCOMMUNICATED!

8d ago

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Michael Lofton covers the massive news that former Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano has been excommunicated by the Catholic Church for denying that Pope Francis is the pope (schism). He also explains what the implications are for many of his followers today.By Michael Lofton

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The Creator's Signature in the Cosmos (with Otangelo Grasso) 1:24:30

8d ago1:24:30

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Otangelo has recently just published a great new book providing scientific evidence based on modern cosmology which proves that God exists. He comes on to share his knowledge and findings :) RSM Blog (with free scholarly sources) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/05/the-creators-signature-in-the-cosmos-with-otangelo-grasso/…

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Oakwood Bible Study #:1 Introducing the Shroud of Turin 49:42

8d ago49:42

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My friend and brother, Rev. Sule Prince, was kind enough to let me teach a 4-week Bible study on the Shroud of Turin at his church (Oakwood Wesleyan Church) every Thursday night at 7 pm Eastern. Most at the church had never heard of the Shroud before, some (including the Pastor) were slightly skeptical of it, but by the end of night 1, I had alread…

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The Latin Mass and Novus Ordo Side By Side Comparison

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Michael Lofton shows a well celebrated Traditional Latin mass and a well celebrated Novus Ordo side by side in order to get a fair and objective comparison between these two liturgies. Michael also addresses the anticipated objection that Novus Ordo masses are not often celebrated as well as they could be. Lastly, Michael shows that trolls in the c…

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Orthodoxy and the Philosophy of Time (w/ Dr. Nathan Jacobs) 3:05:28

9d ago3:05:28

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Tyler Fowler invited me on Faith Unaltered to speak about God and time with Dr. Nathan Jacobs. RSM Blog = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/01/06/real-seekers-blogs-january-2024-beyond/

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Shabir Ally Returns: Discussing the Crucifixion 1:56:01

10d ago1:56:01

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Shabir Ally kindly agrees to return to discuss the historicity of Jesus' crucifixion with Dale. RSM Blog = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/05/05/answering-islam-shows-dr-shabir-ally-on-jesus-death-divinity-solo-lecture/

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Uh Oh! They Just EXPOSED Me! More on Retired Episcopal Authority

10d ago

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Michael Lofton addresses the teaching of the Catholic Church that retired bishops do not exercise magisterial authority as individuals but may only exercise authority as members of the episcopal college in an ecumenical council or as part of the ordinary and universal magisterium. He then addresses Matthew Hazell’s straw man Tweet about Michael’s c…

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Do Retired Bishops and Cardinals Still Have Magisterial Authority?

11d ago

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Michael Lofton examines various magisterial documents to determine who has magisterial authority and to consider whether it includes retired bishops and retired cardinals.By Michael Lofton

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Critical Thinking & Logic (Lecture #4)- Deductive Arguments Cont. 1:14:15

11d ago1:14:15

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In this lecture, I finish our evaluation of deductive arguments by explaining truth tables for checking validity, deductive argument patterns in Predicate Logic and Deductive Strength vs. Weakness.RSM Blog (with my Slides for free) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/01/patreon-philosophy-courses-critical-thinking-logic/ Donation L…

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Critical Thinking & Logic (Lecture #3) 46:48

12d ago46:48

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In Lecture 3, we come to the first class of Unit #2 on classifying and categorizing arguments. We focus on deductive arguments and assess what the components of a good deductive argument are. Finally we look at the concept of validity and some examples of valid vs. invalid deductive argument patterns in sentential/propositional logic.RSM Blog (with…

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Critical Thinking & Logic (Lecture #2) 1:19:22

12d ago1:19:22

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This Lecture we cover the topic of what is knowledge in terms of a Justified True Belief. RSM Blog (with my Slides) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/01/patreon-philosophy-courses-critical-thinking-logic/

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Critical Thinking & Logic (Lecture 1) 48:00

16d ago48:00

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This is the first lecture of my Philosophy: Critical Thinking & Logic course. We cover an introduction to critical thinking. RSM Blog (with my slides for free) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/07/01/patreon-philosophy-courses-critical-thinking-logic/

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Zionist vs Palestinian Debate on Israel/Hamas Conflict

18d ago

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Zionist vs Palestinian Debate on Israel/Hamas Conflict Watch three intense debates between a Zionist Christian (Dr. André Villeneuve) and a Palestinian Christian (Daniel Bannoura) as they discuss the ongoing Israel/Hamas conflict in 2024. Gain insights into the different perspectives on this highly controversial issue and witness a clash of opinion…

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A Case for Geocentricism (w/ Catholic Apologist Dr. Robert Sungenis) 2:12:56

14d ago2:12:56

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Famous Catholic apologist has gone from debating theology with Dr. James White to arguing the case for Geocentrism- the notion that the Earth is the center of our solar system and universe. I don't buy it myself, but let's hear out what Robert has to say.RSM Blog = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/2024/01/06/real-seekers-blogs-january-202…

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Christian Responses to Unbelievers (w/ Professor Dave, Joe Rogan, Terrance Howard and Why Files 2:04:03

14d ago2:04:03

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In this episode of Faith Unaltered, we are looking at some of the kinda cringy things said by Dave Farina of @ProfessorDaveExplains, Joe Rogan of @joerogan, Terrance Howard, and AJ Gentile of @TheWhyFiles in some of their more recent episodes, regarding Christianity. You would think these top researchers mentioned above, as well as Joe & Terry, wou…

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SSPX Officially Rejects Vigano’s Sedevacantism (What You Need To Know)

16d ago

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Michael Lofton examines a statement from the Society of St. Pius X about Archbishop Vigano’s schism trial and he considers whether Marcel Lefebvre was closer to Vigano or the society’s current position on whether the chair of St. Peter is currently empty.By Michael Lofton

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Dissenters Craft Heretical Catechism!

17d ago

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Michael Lofton delves into Crisis Magazine’s article titled “Can the Vatican Ban the Latin Mass?” In this insightful analysis, he carefully dissects Bishop Athanasius Schneider’s response to this pressing question by referencing key passages from the catechism. Lofton goes a step further by comparing Schneider’s viewpoints with the authoritative te…

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Eucharistic Miracles Discussion- Special Guest Kevin Nontradicath 2:13:32

17d ago2:13:32

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Dane has recently become convinced that Roman Catholic Eucharistic Miracle claims are generally true and scientifically proven, HOWEVER we invite Kevin, who is an ex-Catholic, now Agnostic, on the show, to discuss why he believes this NOT to be the case! Join us! RSM Blog (with free scholarly sources) = https://realseekerministries.wordpress.com/20…

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Pope Francis Gives Green Light to Latin Mass – Big News!

18d ago

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Michael Lofton covers the MASSIVE news about Pope Francis and the Latin Mass. He also interacts with The Hill’s commentary about Vigano, Pope Francis, Fiducia Supplicans, and much more!By Michael Lofton

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Pope John Paul II’s SHOCKING Belief About Hell

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Michael Lofton covers Pope John Paul II’s view about the eternality of hell. He then answers questions from the audience and also challenges non-Catholic audience members who offer their objections.By Michael Lofton

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Shroud Wars Panel Review (Part 13)- Shroud History from 30-500 A.D. 4:13:38

20d ago4:13:38

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Putting the final Shroud Wars episode on image formation on hold, I wanted to coming back to the issue of Shroud history as disclosed in the documents; is Ian Wilson's Image of Edessa theory or Jack Markwardt's Image of God Incarnate theory correct? Are neither of them correct?In my Shroud Wars Panel Review Part 4 we attempted to address this issue…

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