Faith and Reason

Tensions are rising between world leaders, between President Trump’s direct warning to Ukrainian President Zelensky about the dangers of provoking World War III and the UK’s recent announcement of deploying troops and aircraft into the Russia-Ukraine conflict, which could trigger a NATO-wide response, escalating the situation into a full-scale global war. Faith leaders stress the urgent need for diplomacy, warning that reckless political decisions could lead to devastating consequences for millions.The episode also covers the Catholic Church’s role in political affairs, particularly regarding the U.S. bishops’ reliance on government funding for immigration programs. With federal support being cut, many believe this is an opportunity for the Church to break away from bureaucratic entanglements and return to its original apostolic mission. The panel discusses how the Church’s engagement in political activism has often distracted from its core duty of evangelization and pastoral care, emphasizing the need for Catholics to stay rooted in truth amid global uncertainty.U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten

In this encore episode, the panel takes a closer look at Pope Francis’ previous shocking approval of blessings for same-sex couples, which was called a watershed moment in Church history as critics pointed out the Vatican’s contradictory messaging, where it claimed Church teaching on marriage remains unchanged while simultaneously allowing blessings that suggest otherwise. The approval sparked widespread backlash from faithful Catholics and bishops worldwide, with some refusing to implement the policy. The discussion also raises concerns that this move is politically motivated, potentially aimed at securing votes in the next papal conclave.Beyond the theological implications, the conversation explores the broader consequences of this decision, including the risk of criminalizing priests who refuse to comply. The panel notes the media’s overwhelming support for the new Vatican stance, using it to claim a shift in the Church. The show also touches on Marxist influences within the Vatican, efforts to divide the faithful, and the growing pressure on priests to conform to an agenda that contradicts Catholic doctrine.U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten

Is the Church LOSING its independence? Deal Hudson joins the discussion to reflect on his experiences advising political leaders, including George W. Bush and Donald Trump, emphasizing that his involvement in politics has always been driven by a commitment to the pro-life cause, and arguing that a renewed focus on the dignity of life, family, and subsidiarity are essential for restoring Western civilization’s moral foundations.The conversation also explores the growing dependence of U.S. Catholic bishops on government funding, particularly concerning immigration policies. Hudson and the hosts argue that this reliance compromises the Church’s independence and distorts its mission, causing it to resemble a bureaucratic institution rather than an apostolic body. They stress that Catholics must educate themselves on authentic Church teachings, especially on social issues like immigration, which involve prudential judgment. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten

As Pope Francis’ health declines, with reports confirming double pneumonia and the Vatican's Swiss Guard conducting funeral rehearsals, discussions intensify over what a potential conclave would look like, especially given the controversies surrounding Francis' papacy. Faith leaders emphasize the need for prayers for the Pope's soul and salvation, highlighting concerns about doctrinal ambiguities during his tenure. The show also outlines the traditional conclave process, noting how many cardinals appointed by Francis come from regions disconnected from Vatican politics, potentially complicating the election.Additionally, the conversation explores mounting demands for transparency before any conclave takes place. Key issues include releasing the Vatican’s “red dossier” on predator priests and financial corruption, disclosing the secret terms of the China-Vatican deal, and investigating appointments of controversial church leaders. The episode highlights accusations from Archbishop Vigano, who criticizes U.S. bishops for suing the Trump administration over foreign aid cuts, claiming their actions reveal a preference for money and power over Church doctrine. Bishop Strickland adds that the current Magisterium appears more influenced by globalist agendas than traditional Catholic teaching, making the next papal election critical for the future direction of the Church. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten

Archbishop Vigano’s past statement continue to shake the Catholic world as he calls for an investigation into the alleged forced resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, revealing alarming claims that the "deep state" orchestrated Benedict’s removal to install Pope Francis, a leader more aligned with globalist interests. Reports of financial manipulation, U.S. government involvement, and Vatican corruption fuel suspicions that Francis' papacy was never legitimate. With evidence emerging from diplomatic cables, leaked emails, and financial transactions, calls are growing for transparency before any new conclave takes place.Learn of the possible deep entanglement between the Vatican and globalist elites, exposing how figures like Theodore McCarrick played a pivotal role in orchestrating mass immigration policies for financial and political gain. The Catholic Church’s alleged involvement in border policies, including receiving billions in federal funds to facilitate the migration crisis, raises serious ethical concerns. As Pope Francis’ health declines, many are urging Trump and other world leaders to release classified documents that could expose the Vatican’s ties to the globalist agenda.U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten

Pope Francis’ latest push for open-border immigration policies has sparked widespread criticism among conservative Catholics. Bishop Strickland and other faith leaders argue that the Vatican’s approach prioritizes political activism over authentic Catholic teaching. The conversation highlights the appointment of bishops who oppose Trump’s border policies, further intensifying concerns that the Church is being used as a vehicle for globalist agendas rather than upholding traditional moral values. Critics point out that the bishops’ sudden moral outrage over immigration appears politically motivated, especially when compared to their longstanding silence on issues like abortion and same-sex marriage. The discussion also delves into the growing “Common Sense Revolution,” a movement rejecting radical leftist ideologies and restoring traditional values in both politics and religion. The hosts emphasize that much of the woke agenda—particularly transgenderism and globalist immigration policies—was artificially sustained through government and corporate funding, which is now being cut off. With these financial supports collapsing, many believe that faith, reason, and traditional principles could naturally reassert themselves.

The shocking desecration of the altar at Saint Peter’s Basilica, seeing it as a metaphor for the broader crisis of faith and moral decay within the Church. How the disregard for sacred traditions, liturgical abuses, and doctrinal confusion have contributed to a weakening of Catholic identity. The conversation highlights the urgent need for faithful Catholics to uphold Church teachings, defend truth, and restore reverence in worship.Also recent developments with President Trump’s decision to reinstate plastic straws, which the hosts use to illustrate the dangers of virtue signaling and misplaced priorities in modern society.See Catholic teachings on moral law, natural law, and objective truth, as well as warning against the dangers of relativism and ideological corruption. We must return to faith, reason, and theological clarity in the Church and the world.U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten

Does prophecy and religious art shape our understanding of the eschatological battle between heaven and earth? There are deep prophetic ties to the dimension of human existence, revealing how Renaissance naturalism stripped sacred art of its theological power. This episode of Faith and Reason exposes how hyper-realistic depictions of the human body, influenced by secular ideals, contrast with the veiled, mystical beauty of traditional iconography—art that elevates the soul rather than feeds the flesh.In this critical hour, as the Church faces an unprecedented crisis, rediscovering true sacred art is essential. Could this be part of the great deception warned of by saints and mystics? Are we losing the visual language of heaven itself? Prepare for a thought-provoking journey into prophecy, aesthetics, and the battle for divine truth.U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten

In a major win for parental rights and educational freedom, President Trump’s executive orders have dismantled the Department of Education, banned gender ideology in schools, and restored protections for life. This episode of Faith and Reason breaks down these historic victories and the fight to put children’s education back in the hands of parents.Pro-life advocate Ryan Bomberger shares his powerful testimony of being conceived in rape, adopted into a loving family, and dedicating his life to promoting life, faith, and family through the Radiance Foundation. Despite battling severe depression, COVID complications, and stage two cancer, Bomberger’s story is one of triumph through faith. His journey underscores the power of perseverance and God’s divine plan in the fight for truth and justice.U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/   ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenews John-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten