Miller High School Q&A: Angels, Demons, Purgatory, and do we all worship the same God?
Description
| TF S03 E12 | In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett Salkeld respond to questions from grade 9 and 10 students at Miller Catholic High School. They dive into topics such as the nature of purgatory, offering metaphors and practical examples to help understand the process of purification. They explain how angels, including fallen angels, fit into Christian theology, touching on the distinctions between angels and humans. Finally, they tackle the question of whether Muslims, Christians, and Catholics serve the same God, exploring the nuances and commonalities in beliefs about God across these faiths.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:47 Opening the Email Bag
02:04 First Question: What is Purgatory Like?
02:36 Understanding Purgatory Through Metaphors
04:09 The Process of Purgatory in Life
11:46 Protestant Perspectives on Purgatory
20:10 Next Question: Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Beings
23:39 The Rejection of the Material by Fallen Angels
24:34 God's Presence in the Material World
26:45 The Role of Angels in Understanding Humanity
27:52 Do Angels Do Math?
30:12 Comparative Religion: Do Muslims, Christians, and Catholics Serve the Same God?
38:51 Understanding the Relationship Between Catholics and Other Christians
43:34 Engaging with Questions from Young People
44:15 Conclusion and Blessings























