5/8/26 - Fr. Paul Born - How Can We Best Make Reparations for Detractions?

5/8/26 - Fr. Paul Born - How Can We Best Make Reparations for Detractions?

From Ask A Priest Live by The Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network

May 8, 2026 · 44 min · Episode 76

About this episode

Fr. Paul Born discusses various topics related to Catholic teachings and practices, including reparations for detraction and the role of Bishops and Archbishops.

Fr. Paul Born currently serves as the Parochial Vicar at Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish in Plymouth, Massachusetts. In Today's Show: What should reparation look like for calumny and detraction? What is the difference between a Bishop and an Archbishop? Is a double-sided crucifix disrespectful? Can a layperson add regular salt to exorcised salt to increase the amount? Father Born's reading recommendations for the Ascension? Can devotions border on being superstitious? How do we know if we are receiving signal graces? Why do people consecrate themselves to Mary and the Saints? What is the Catholic teaching on aliens? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

People in this episode

Host: The Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network

Guest: Fr. Paul Born

Topics covered

  • reparation for calumny
  • difference between Bishop and Archbishop
  • exorcised salt
  • devotions and superstition
  • consecration to Mary and Saints
  • Catholic teaching on aliens

Keywords

  • reparation
  • calumny
  • detraction
  • exorcism
  • devotion
  • superstition
  • consecration
  • aliens

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mary, Queen of Martyrs Parish

Places: Plymouth, Massachusetts

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