Catholic Teaching on Cremated Ashes, Saints’ Relics, and Infant Baptism

In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle some of the most thought-provoking and commonly asked questions about the Catholic faith. Topics include the biblical basis for Mary’s sinlessness and the Assumption, as well as how to explain the word “Catholic” despite it not appearing in Scripture. We also explore the Church’s teaching on the respectful handling of cremated ashes versus the veneration of saints’ relics. Listeners ask how to understand Acts 2:38–39 in relation to infant baptism and seek guidance on restoring hope during spiritual dryness and doubt in the power of prayer.

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Questions Covered:

• 19:15 - Where in the Bible is the idea of Mary’s sinlessness found?
• 24:20 - What is the distinction between the Church’s prohibition on scattering cremated ashes and the distribution of saints’ relics?
• 33:20 - Why do Catholics believe in the Assumption of Mary?
• 44:41 - How can one restore hope and faith when doubting the efficacy of prayer?
• 51:22 - How can Catholics explain the term “Catholic” being Biblical when the word itself is not in the Bible?