27 - Freedom!

27 - Freedom!

Author: Dr Caitlin West May 29, 2022 Duration: 28:56

Welcome to Part Three of the Catechism!

In this episode, we discuss freedom and the call to holiness. What does it mean to be free? What are the limits to freedom? Should everyone have the right to act and speak freely?

This episode covers Part Three, Section One, Chapter One, Articles 1, 2, and 3 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1691-1748).

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