164 The Catholic Church, Mother and Teacher

Today, after looking at the historical background of the publication of the Encyclical “Humanae Vitae”, we consider whether the Catholic Church has the authority (and the duty!) to teach not only on matters of doctrinal truth, but also on matters of morality, and particularly, if she has the authority to interpret the Natural Law.

- You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 2030 to 2040.

- Some biblical quotes used: 1 Tim 3:15 (Pillar of Truth); Mt 28:18-19 (teach to all nations); Mt 7:21 (fulfill the law to enter heaven).

- I encourage you to read the Encyclical “Humanae Vitae”, which is really prophetic: https://www.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-vi_enc_25071968_humanae-vitae.html

- Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a priest ministering in Michigan.

- This Podcast’s Website: www.forcollegecatholics.org

- To learn about the Spiritual Exercises (silent weekend retreat) preached by our Priests, visit: https://corjesuapostolate.org/spiritual-exercises/

- Recorded at “Family Center” in South Lyon, Michigan.

- Planning, recording, editing, and publishing by Fr. Patrick Wainwright.

- Gear: SHURE MV7 USB dynamic microphone.

- Intro music from pond5.com