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Helpers on High: The Intercession of the Saints

Karlo Broussard explains the aid and friendship of the Saints in heaven for the faithful here on earth.

The Catechism states,”It is not merely by the title of example that we cherish the memory of those in heaven; we seek, rather, that by this devotion to the exercise of fraternal charity the union of the whole Church in the Spirit may be strengthened. Exactly as Christian communion among our fellow pilgrims brings us closer to Christ, so our communion with the saints joins us to Christ, from whom as from its fountain and head issues all grace, and the life of the People of God itself.” (CCC 957.)

This communion in and through the Mystical Body of Christ allows for there to be a special relationship between all of the faithful, both on earth and above, in heaven. The love of Christ tramples death and allows for all to be in union in God. The holy intercession of Saints who have gone ahead is an important part of the divine life. These “helpers on high” are part of God’s gift to those on earth. They are examples of virtue, faith, and powerful intercessors.

Questions Covered:

  • 16:28 - I am not Catholic, yet. How can the saints pray for us? Is the fact that I am still questioning the intercession of the saints going to affect my prayers to them? I have begun to believe, but still have doubts. Is there a limit to how many saints that I can call on?
  • 24:13 - I find so much joy in the Litany of the Saints! It is such a good reminder of the happiness in heaven.
  • 31:48 - Are you teaching this as something that you know or just something you believe?
  • 41:35 - Why aren’t there any saints in the Old Testament?
  • 53:00 - At the Transfiguration, when the disciples saw Moses and Elijah, how could they see them in body?

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