Episode 18 – Celibacy and Purgatory

In this 18th episode of the Understanding Catholicism Series, our presenter, James Seghers, discusses the spiritual aspects of celibacy and how it is connected with the sacrament of matrimony and the Church’s teaching on Purgatory.

Celibacy is the voluntary vow to remain unmarried and to practice sexual abstinence. The Church teaches that all the ordained ministers, except permanent deacons, are typically chosen from among men of faith who live a celibate and intend to remain celibate for the sake of the Kingdom of God for the rest of their lives. (Mathew Chapter 19).

Jim explains that those who faithfully live their celibate vocations proclaim that Christ has come, the Kingdom is here, and we live it now. Jesus does not command celibacy but rather offers it as an exception to the general vocation, which is to marry. Pope John Paul II said celibacy is a gift, a charismatic sign—a grace and a personal choice made for the Kingdom of God. James further discusses fidelity and fruitfulness in celibacy, union with God, and human marriage.

In discussing Purgatory, a word that means “cleansing,” James shares that Purgatory is where those who die in God’s grace and friendship go. While ensuring their eternal salvation, those souls in Purgatory cannot enter heaven until they are purified. God forgives sin, but as evident in sacred scripture, temporal punishment is necessary before entering heaven. James further discusses mortal sin, venial sins, and their consequences.

This is the 18^th Episode in the (20 Episode Series) of Understanding Catholicism.

Jimmy Seghers was born in New Orleans. Jimmy has devoted much of his life to the pursuit of learning, teaching, and mentorship. Jimmy has taught Sacred Scripture and Apologetics (that is, the defense of the Catholic faith). Jimmy frequently gives retreats, parish missions, and talks on biblical subjects. He is seen on FOCUS with Lisa Flood discussing biblical and religious topics. His classes are approved by the Archdiocese of New Orleans for certification credits for religion teachers. Each week, Jim is heard on the Radio Maria network. He can also be heard each morning on Catholic Community Radio as he gives the daily Gospel reflection. His essays have been published in This Rock, the Clarion-Herald, and he contributed to a catechetical series published by Ave Maria University Press. His most recent book is The Fullness of Truth: A Handbook for Understanding and Explaining the Catholic Faith Biblically.

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