Today on "Kresta in the Afternoon" - October 11, 2012

Talking about the "things that matter most" on Oct. 11

4:00 – The Word of the Lord: 7 Essential Principles for Catholic Scripture Study
For many Catholics, Scripture remains an elusive part of their Faith, or worse yet, a weapon used against them when encountering challenges from other denominations. If you think you have to be a Bible scholar to understand the Scriptures, think again! Dr. Steve Smith is here to look at crucial common questions, explanations, answers, and interpretations that will launch you into the exciting adventure that awaits you in Scripture.

5:00 – The Seven Big Myths about the Catholic Church: Distinguishing Fact from Fiction about Catholicism
The Roman Catholic Church has long been the target of suspicion and hostility. But how much of this is based on ignorance and prejudice and how much is the fruit of thoughtful consideration of the facts? Dr. Christopher Kaczor is here to separate fact from fiction. Without excusing or justifying wrongdoing, Kaczor clarifies official Catholic teaching and demonstrates that much popular opinion about Catholicism is based on misunderstanding and misinformation. He also provides robust and lucid arguments for Catholic belief and practice.