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How Do You Justify Replacing Holy Days? Apostles and Mary

Joe Heschmeyer • 2026-10-14T17:52:31

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“How do you justify replacing Holy Days?” This question leads to a discussion on the evolution of celebrations and supposed connections to pagan roots. Additionally, the conversation touches on how the Catholic Church fulfills the fivefold ministry of Ephesians 4:11 in the absence of the Apostles and explores historical evidence regarding the journeys of Apostles like Peter and John.

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Questions Covered:

  • 04:55 - As a “Primitive Christian,” how do you justify replacing 1st-century Holy Days with modern celebrations that have pagan roots?
  • 29:00 - If Apostles no longer exist, how does the Catholic Church fulfill the fivefold ministry of Ephesians 4:11?
  • 40:12 - Is there historical evidence of where Apostles like Peter and John went to spread Christianity?
  • 45:12 - Are there any early church writings regarding Mary?
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