Catholic Answers Live

If intelligent alien or fictional species like Vulcans or Hobbits existed, could they be ordained as priests? We dive into this speculative theology question and also explore Marian devotion, dowsing, near-death experiences, and papal infallibility. Questions Covered:  02:59 – Would other intelligent creatures (like hobbits or vulcans) become priests? 08:29 – Could a Catholic holding all that the Church teaches on Mary believe that she’s overemphasized? 12:03 – What are the “living waters” discussed in John 4? 15:32 – I’ve seen your videos on dowsing. Is dowsing for future events permissible, or is it considered divination? 24:55 – Can a consecration be valid if one item is defective? 30:58 – Why do most people who have Near-Death Experiences that are not religious or mention Jesus? 36:01 – How do you meditate on the rosary while saying the vocal prayers? 40:21 – When Jesus talks about “a divided kingdom” and the demons, what is he talking about? 46:20 – If the pope were to make a definitive statement, could half of it be infallible and the other half be fallible? 51:44 – What are the limitations of a bishop over the liturgical functions of a diocese?