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Open Line is a fast-paced call-in show, with a new host every day! On Thursdays, canon lawyer Fr. Gerald Murray answers your questions about evangelization.

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Was Jesus a rioter? Just war? Modern prophets? Join us for Open Line Thursday with Fr. Gerald Murray.

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Liturgical dance? Santeria? Bringing a Protestant Pastor to a Catholic in his deathbed? This and more on today's Open Line Thursday with Fr. Gerald Murray.

Jesus washes his disciples’ feet? Bridesmaid in an invalid wedding? Was Latin banned? Don't miss today's Open Line Thursday with Fr. Gerald Murray.

Free will, grace, to judge or not to judge and more on today's Open Line Thursday with Fr. Gerald Murray.

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Tips for confession, Ad Orientem Mass, Catholics and Hannukah and more on today's Open Line Thursday with Fr. Gerald Murray.

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Father Gerald Murray
Canon lawyer and host on Open Line Thursdays; frequent authority on Catholic doctrine, liturgy, and canon law.
Jack Williams
Co-host, participates in discussions and caller interactions.

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Intercommunion?
Q: Does that make sense, Mary?
The host explains that indulgences require a state of grace and clarifies how attachment to sin and temptations fit within the conditions for plenary indulgences.
I Have Set You an Example
Q: Should venial sins be confessed in confession?
Not all venial sins must be confessed; mortal sins must be confessed, but venial sins can be forgiven through contrition and prayer, though you are encouraged to confess what you remember.
I Have Set You an Example
Q: Why is Good Friday not a Mass if there is no consecration?
Good Friday is a sacred liturgy where the hosts were consecrated earlier; there is no new Eucharistic sacrifice that day, but the faithful still honor Christ through hearing the Passion, venerating the Cross, and receiving Communion from pre-consecrated hosts.
I Have Set You an Example
Q: Is it a mortal sin to miss Mass for a Bible study on Sunday?
No; if you can attend but choose not to, you should go to Mass. Bible study is good, but it should not interfere with Sunday obligation.
Mary as Sacred Vessel
Q: How does the Church interpret Mary's perpetual virginity and her role as the Mother of God?
The Church teaches Mary was a virgin before, during, and after her giving birth to Jesus, affirming her unique vocation and the immaculate nature of Christ's incarnation, while explaining this as part of theological development beyond a literal scriptural claim, supported by Church teaching and tradition.

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Open Line on Thursdays is a fast-paced call-in show focused on Catholic topics, with a canon lawyer answering a wide range of faith, liturgy, church law, and moral questions from listeners. Episodes surface practical guidance on sacraments, confession, liturgical practices, church governance, and contemporary issues through caller questions and pastorally grounded explanations. The format highlights a strong emphasis on canon law, doctrinal clarity, and balancing traditional teaching with real-life situations, often referencing Vatican II, papal guidance, and Catholic social teaching. Its strength lies in accessible, practical iterations of complex theology, making it a likely fit for listeners who want clear Catholic guidance on everyday m... more

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