“Why do we need the apostles?” This episode explores the vital role of the apostles in our faith, along with questions about the necessity of praying to Mary and the saints, and how to address concerns about the relationship between Catholics and Jesus. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on these important topics and more. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:25 – My co-worker asked: Why do we even need the apostles? 15:41 – I’m in OCIA but I’m having trouble with Mary and the saints. To be Catholic do we need to pray to Mary and the saints? 20:30 – How do I respond to the claim that Catholics focus on religion and don’t have a relationship with Jesus? 43:15 – I just returned to the Faith and my son isn’t Catholic. How do I explain F.r James Martin giving the sacraments to two gay men? 52:00 – I’m coming into the Church. What does ‘confessing your sins to one another’ mean? My non-Catholic uncle raised the objection?