Justifying Murder

9/17/2025

Instability in Judea before the fall? Validating non-Catholic baptisms? Attending my nephew's same sex wedding? Join Fr. Mitch on today's Open Line Wednesday.

The Qurbono

9/10/2025

Eat my flesh and drink my blood? Married to a Mormon man? Jesus lived in India? This and more in today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Caesarea Philippi and the Gates of Hell

9/3/2025

Gestures and postures important in spirituality? Early Jewish and Christian tensions? Mary and Elizabeth? Join us for Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Dying with a Grudge?

8/27/2025

God's will or free will? Benefits and responsibilities of the Catholic faith? Israel or Hamas? Join us for today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Reconciliation and our Guardian Angels

8/20/2025

Why do we not have to receive both species at Communion? Is Baptist Communion valid? What is the definition of lukewarm? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Fr. Mitch and his Dad

8/13/2025

The legend of Lilith, the origins of the Hebrew people, Mary, the most blessed and more on Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Women Deacons?

8/6/2025

On today's Open Line Wednesday Fr. Mitch answers emails about: Spiritual dryness, the struck Shepperd, James, Peter and more. Join us!

Looking for Meaning in Tragedy

7/30/2025

Who authored Johannine literature? Witchcraft, Crystals and being a Godmother? Communion in two species? Join us for Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

A Refused Absolution?

7/23/2025

Today Fr. Mitch reflects on the life of our beloved Fr. Benedict Groeschel and the reason for his Isaiah series. Join us for Open Line Wednesday.

How God Perceives Time

7/16/2025

On today's ReAir episode, what did it mean when God told Jeremiah he knew him before he knit him in the womb? What is the significance of cedar trees in the Bible? Can you explain the Trinity? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Call Me Ishmael

7/9/2025

What can you tell me about Ishmael? Why are people so excited about the Latin Mass? and more on today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Imposed Celibacy?

7/2/2025

The punishment of Miriam, remission of punishment, the Septuagint and more in today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Robert Bellarmine Writings

6/25/2025

Fulton Sheen's Life of Christ, lax priests from the 60's, David Hunt and more in today's edition of Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

One is Taken and One is Left

6/18/2025

Are there 3 James? How to approach the Trinity? Luke's and Matthew's purpose? Join Fr. Mitch in Open Line Wednesday.

Fr. Mitch's Story

6/11/2025

How to prepare for death? A Catholic take on immigration? Did the wicked on the times of Noah ended up in Purgatory? This and more on Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Sub-Replacement Fertility

6/4/2025

Better never been born? Is Arianism still around? About John Mary Vianney? Join us for Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Why Change the Liturgy?

5/28/2025

Did the Blessed Mother reach the point of death? Did the first houses of prayer had Priests? This and more on today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Salvation of the Jews

5/21/2025

Which of Jesus' natures died on the cross? Who did Jesus raised when he descended to Hell? What is double predestination? This and more on today's edition of Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Sacrament or Symbol?

5/14/2025

Is virtual mass or adoration valid? Should we dispute the Bible? Is it ok for Catholics to wear the Eye of Istanbul? This and more on Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Why Religious Liberty?

5/7/2025

What body in the afterlife? How to interpret inter-religious tolerance? A Pope from the Right or the Left? This and more in today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Are There Still Apostles?

4/30/2025

Can Cardinals from the Eastern rites be considered for Pope? Is the white smoke miraculous? What are the "Gates of Hell"? This and more on Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Miracles on Pentecostal Movements?

4/23/2025

On today's Open Line, Fr. Mitch takes questions about: The Immaculate Conception, the Incarnation, Discerning the Word of God and more.

The Great I Am

4/16/2025

Was Mary incapable of sinning? What is the Palmarian Church? Where do temptations come from? This and more in today's Mailbag edition of Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Christian Hope vs. Human Optimism

4/9/2025

How not to fall in scrupulosity and despair? Why a donkey? Nails through the hand or the wrists? Don't miss on today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Adventure of Dying

4/2/2025

Can Priests absolve all sins? Having blasphemous obsessive thoughts? Is Mary our life, our sweetness and our hope? Join us for Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch.

The Ecumenical Dialogue

3/26/2025

What is the Catholic stance on Preterism? Can a Catholic be Pro-choice? Is there an original copy of the Bible? This and more on today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Pagan Origin of Sports?

3/19/2025

Where did the modern fascination with the Knight Templars begin? What is simony? Can the Catholic Church admit the use of the Julian calendar as a concession to the Orthodox? Join us for Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The 1967 Land O'Lakes Statement

3/12/2025

What does the Old Testament mean by other gods? Why Catholic liturgy for children? Impossible to bring a fallen away back to repentance? Join Fr. Mitch Pacwa for Open Line Wednesday.

Jesus's Enemies Believing the Resurrection?

2/19/2025

Approving our friend's surrogacy? Antiquity in receiving with both species? What is the Septuagesima Sunday? This and more on Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Christ's Return

2/12/2025

Can you wear a Rosary around your neck? Was Christ's birth like ours? Will Jesus return a third time? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa. (Originally aired on 11/22/23)

Dealing with Struggles

2/5/2025

From Holy Orders to marriage? Is Yoga dangerous? What happened on 1917? Join us for Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

What is Zionism?

1/29/2025

Does Jesus still suffers? Can a soul get stuck on earth after death? Was Paul a bishop? Don't miss today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Do Jews Practice Judaism?

1/22/2025

40 years in the desert, how? People practicing extreme penances? Should we pay attention to our dreams? Don't miss today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Assyrian or Chaldean Church?

1/15/2025

Why an easy penance after Confession? What's the correct attitude after Communion? Why does Christmas ends with the Baptism of the Lord? Don't miss today's edition of Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Working for the Defense Industry?

1/8/2025

Would it be morally acceptable for a Catholic to work in the Defense industry? Is addiction to pornography a cause for annulment? Why are Carmelites named after a mountain? Join Jack and Fr. Mitch on today's Open Line Wednesday.

The Meaning of Killing in the Bible

12/18/2024

Two different baskets for two different multiplications? Who's authority to heal? What is Maranatha? This and more in today's Open Line Wednesday.

The Messianic Secret

12/11/2024

What does consubstantial with the Father means? Can someone be un-baptized? Why Jesus prevented people, demons, etc. to reveal his divinity? Don't miss today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa. (Originally aired on 12/14/22)

Can Euthanasia Take Me to Hell?

12/4/2024

Can we forgive like God? Why taking Communion in two species? What were Zachariah's priestly duties in the Temple? This and more in today's Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Christ's Birth and Return

11/27/2024

Can you wear a Rosary around your neck? Was Christ's birth like ours? Will Jesus return a third time? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa. (Originally aired on 11/22/23).

What is a Jubilee?

11/20/2024

Did Russia held the first gay parade? Will only 144,000 be redeemed? Why some canonizations take so long an others are so fast? This and more in today's edition of Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch.

Heaven Is a Place

11/13/2024

Is there a good introduction to Catholicism for my Hindu friend? Why are there obelisks in St. Peter's Square? Can you explain what Joseph meant by putting Mary away quietly? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Marian Consecration

11/6/2024

Why did Jesus refer to himself as the "Son of Man"? How should we evangelize Muslims? Why did Jesus call Mary woman? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Spirits in the Heavens

10/30/2024

In Ephesians 6, what is meant by "evil spirits in the heavens?" Why did Jesus say He came to bring division and not peace? What does a priest mean when he offers "my sacrifice and yours"? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Is Abortion the Main Moral Voting Issue?

10/23/2024

In today's show Fr. Mitch touches on topics like the differences between God an Allah, natural family planning, why Hail Mary? and the moral obligation to vote.

Religious Freedom Question

10/16/2024

On Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa, a caller asks a question about religious freedom.

The Children of the Apostles

10/9/2024

Is Hell populated? Did Peter have children? Do we know the names of any of the children of the apostles? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Ruler of the World

10/2/2024

Are Elohim and Yahweh the same God or two different ones? Did Jesus ever go to India during his lifetime? Who is the ruler of the world per John 14:30? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

A Question for the Damned

9/25/2024

Does God exist in hell? How can I change and be a better person? What should someone do if he/she really believes they are receiving private revelations? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Purpose of the Ten Commandments

9/18/2024

How should we pronounce Melchizedek? Where are Mt. Esau and Mt. Edom and are Mt. Horeb and Mt. Sinai the same? Why did the Protestants remove seven books from the Bible? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

God Allows Evil People?

9/11/2024

Why God doesn't take out some bad people from the world? Does the Church of England has valid ordinations? Where does the New Testament mentions Priests? This and more in today's edition of Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Woman Clothed in the Sun

9/4/2024

Jack and Fr. Mitch discuss Revelations Ch.12. Can I read the Book of Jubilees? What is the difference between contemplation and meditation and how is it different from Asian religious meditations? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Should the Church Change Its Teaching on Contraception?

8/28/2024

Do you believe the Q document exists? Should the Church change its teachings on contraception and abortion? How should I explain the Church's teaching on denying access to Communion? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Choose Life So That You May Live

8/21/2024

How should a Catholic vote? What do the different colors on the berretta mean? What does adelphoi mean? Who wrote Hebrews? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Did God Visit Abraham?

8/14/2024

Why does it say "descended into hell" in the Apostle's Creed and not the Nicene Creed? Did God visit Abraham? Why did God try to kill Moses? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Jesus Wept

8/7/2024

Why do you think that the Gospel of Luke looks over this and does not mention Egypt? What is the meaning of Jesus weeping over Lazarus? Was Jesus really a carpenter? and more on today's Open Line with Fr, Mitch Pacwa.

Reperation for Sins

7/31/2024

What is the Holy See? In Numbers 31:17-18, was this Moses or God speaking? Was the destruction of the Temple in 70 A.D. a punishment from God? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Covered by the Blood

7/24/2024

How are we covered by the blood in the old and new covenants? Does Jesus want us to convert others? Do we receive absolution during the Mass? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

NEC Congress & Beyond

7/17/2024

Father Mitch shares about his first eucharist experience as well as take your questions. What's the best way to prayer the rosary? What does God look like? How is best to dispose of communion?

A Synodal Church?

7/10/2024

Are we a Synodal, not Catholic Church now? Can laypersons belong to more than one rite in the Church? If you forget a sin in Confession, are you still forgiven? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

How God Perceives Time

7/3/2024

What did it mean when God told Jeremiah he knew him before he knit him in the womb? What is the significance of cedar trees in the Bible? Can you explain the Trinity? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

God Is in Charge of Life

6/26/2024

Why is Wisdom referred to as a female in the Old Testament? Can the Pope celebrate other rites? Is it a sin to want to die or be martyred? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

On the Throne of David

6/19/2024

Why is Jesus called the son of David? Is chanting the liturgy required in the Eastern Catholic Church? Why is the epiclesis after the consecration in the Eastern rite? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Did Jesus Have Mary's DNA?

6/12/2024

Why do priests wash their hands during the Mass?, How do you and your fellow priests handle confessions?, Did Jesus have Mary's DNA?, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Why the Catholic Church has More Books of the Bible

6/5/2024

Is it okay to criticize Israel? What is original sin? Why does the Catholic Church recognize more books of the Bible than the Protestants? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

How Does Purgatory Work?

5/29/2024

My non-Catholic parents don't want me to become a priest, any advice? Did death enter the world through Adam and Eve? How does Purgatory work? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Heart in the Bible

5/22/2024

Do the souls in Purgatory prefer having a Mass said or a plenary indulgence? What does the heart mean in scripture? What does it mean to heal the eyes of the heart? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Lead Us Not Into Temptation

5/15/2024

Fr. Mitch discusses his recent trip to Poland. What does it mean to recite the Rosary? How can I prove historically that the Catholic Church was founded by Jesus? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Book of Life

5/8/2024

Will the apostolic pardon keep you out of purgatory? Can any names be added to or removed from the Book of Life? Is it true that the sign of the cross was actually a prayer that goes back to the disciples? and more on today's Open Line with guest host Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers.

Reincarnation and the Bible

5/1/2024

Is reincarnation in the Bible? Was Paul brought back from the dead after being stoned? Why is the Father greater than Jesus? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Feelin Groovy

4/24/2024

Today Fr. Mitch is feeling Groovy, answering your questions on Nicodemus and how to handle your grandkids when your own won't take them to Mass.

Did God Create Evil?

4/17/2024

How do Church titles and roles work? Why does the Vatican allow intercommunion between the Assyrians and Chaldeans? Why practice the faith if I can't receive the sacraments? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Happiness and Joy on Earth

4/10/2024

Was it an actual rooster or a night watchman that "crowed" when Peter denied Jesus? I was wondering if Catholic lay people can perform an exorcism? Did John stay with Jesus when he was arrested? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Solemn Rite of Exorcism

4/3/2024

Is it permissible to give my priest a gift? Was the Shroud of Turin just a temporary burial cloth? Is purgation a quick process? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Discussing Faith With A Nonbeliever

3/27/2024

Fr. Mitch gets a question from a listener who wants to talk more with her friend, who is a nonbeliever, about the Catholic faith.

Lenten Fasting On Sundays

3/20/2024

Fr. Mitch gets a question about Lenten Fasting On Sundays.

Unlawful Marriage

3/13/2024

Is it permissible to wear head coverings outside of church? Are prayers more impactful based on who prays them? How many wills did Jesus have? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Travels with Mary

3/6/2024

Who did Mary travel with to visit Elizabeth? Do Jewish people believe in Satan? Did Mary sin? How can I become a deacon? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Water in Baptism

2/28/2024

In the Litany of St Joseph he is called, lover of poverty. Can you explain what that means please? If God is omnipotent, do we truly have free will? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Unite Your Suffering to Christ's

2/21/2024

Why do the dates of Good Friday and Easter change? How do I convince my brother that the woman in Gen 3:15 is Mary, not Eve? Mohammed claims to have been inspired by the archangel Gabriel to write the Koran. Was it really the archangel or something else? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Yoke of Christ

2/14/2024

Why are we allowed to wash ashes off if they are blessed? How do the indulgences attached to the use of a scapular work? Did Mary, Elijah, and Enoch have glorified bodies? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Black Pope

2/7/2024

Can you help me understand the Rapture? Were Peter, James, and John more important than the other apostles? Why is the Head of the Society of Jesus called the Black Pope? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Original Sin

1/31/2024

Do we have any evidence of St. Joseph sinning? Could he have been sinless as well? Why did we go from the word “cup” to “chalice” in the liturgy? Is there a non-literal way to interpret the story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac in Genesis 22? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

How Far Did Simon Carry The Cross?

1/24/2024

How far did Simon of Cyrene carry the Cross with Jesus?, when did incense first get added to Mass?, and does knowing the Bible in Greek make you an expert?

Who Selects The Mass Readings?

1/17/2024

Who selects the Mass readings?, will I have free will in heaven?, is it morally permissible to use medical cannabis for sleep conditions?, and how much of the bible still applies to us?

Honoring Native Peoples

1/10/2024

Honoring native peoples, and how can anyone be happy in heaven if family is damned?

The Samaritans

1/3/2024

If we die in a state of mortal sin without a chance of going to confession, what happens? Can a layperson bless using the sign of the cross? Who were the Samaritans? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Clearing Up the Nativity Narratives

12/27/2023

What is the meaning behind Christ's burial cloth? Can you clear up the inconsistencies of the Nativity narratives? What do purple vestments symbolize? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Twelve Days of Christmas

12/20/2023

Is there a discrepancy between Hail, full of grace and Hail Favored One? Why does the Eastern Church celebrate Christmas on a different day? Why do the evangelists misquote Isaiah? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Recognize the Son in the Cross

12/13/2023

Why did Jesus tell people to be quiet about his miracles? Are the dead judged according to their works? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Unforgivable Sin

12/6/2023

Does the idea of there being an unforgivable sin conflict with the sacrament of confession? Can a Catholic donate their organs? Can you explain being a numerary in Opus Dei? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Baptizing Transsexuals

11/29/2023

Can you explain why the Pope wants to baptize transsexuals? Why do some Gospels leave out, "Do this in remembrance of me"? Was there an actual Noah and his ark? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Christ's Birth and Return

11/22/2023

Can you wear a Rosary around your neck? Was Christ's birth like ours? Will Jesus return a third time? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

How Old is the Earth?

11/15/2023

Is it ok to seek a plenary indulgence for a non-Catholic? What is the Church's teaching on cremation? How old is the Earth? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Tribes of Israel

11/8/2023

What happened to the eleven tribes that weren't Judea? Why does it seem like God lied in Genesis? Can you explain the Assyrians? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Promised Land

11/1/2023

What was the origin of the Hail Holy Queen prayer? What is the Catholic Church's position on ghosts? Why did God pick the Middle East for the Promised Land? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Was Jesus the Disciple of John the Baptist?

10/25/2023

Did Mary have a guardian angel? Can you please tell me the major difference between Sikhism and the Catholic Church? Was Jesus the disciple of John the Baptist? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Is Working Out To Look Good, Vanity?

10/18/2023

A caller wants to know if it is vanity to work out to look good in the hopes of meeting someone. How does Fr. Mitch respond to this?

Two in the Field

10/11/2023

Are Catholics also Christians? Did Satan know when Jesus had been born? What does the Bible say about two in the field? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Keep Holy the Sabbath

10/4/2023

Who are the poor?, What are we restricted form doing on the Sabbath?, What were the Jewish people expecting at the time of Christ?, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

The Evil Eye

9/27/2023

How do saints hear our prayers?, Can you explain the parable of the vineyard?, Who was Mary Magdalene?, Why can't Catholics be Freemasons?, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.