For years, it feels like Catholics have been asked to choose a side.
Traditional or progressive.
Latin Mass or Novus Ordo.
Justice or truth.
Mercy or doctrine.
Evangelization or tradition.
But what if we've been asking the wrong question?
In this episode of The Catholic Couple, Bobby and Katie discuss why division has become one of the greatest challenges facing Catholics today and why the answer isn't picking another side—it's becoming a saint.
Drawing from Scripture, Church history, René Girard's scapegoat theory, the Catechism, and the "both/and" vision behind Bobby's upcoming book Guardians and Prophets, we explore how the devil often divides the Church not through outright lies, but through half-truths that pull Catholics away from the fullness of the faith.
We also discuss:
- Why Catholic tribalism is growing
- What René Girard teaches about scapegoating
- The difference between Guardians and Prophets
- What Catholics can learn from Protestants about discipleship and community
- Why authentic relationships matter more than ever
- Why we believe a real Catholic revival is happening
- How the Eucharist holds everything together
- Why the Mass is both the Sacrifice of Calvary and the Wedding Supper of the Lamb
If you've ever been discouraged by Catholic infighting or wondered how we can move forward together, this conversation is for you.
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