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The Seven Sacraments Part Six: Holy Matrimony

1/3/2020

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Guests and Super Couple Debbie and Deacon Dave Reaves smiling in the WKQA studios in Hampton Roads, Virginia during their engaging broadcast with call-in host Dr. Christine Bacon (who wished she could have joined them in person). **Click on image for more information on marriage, preparing for marriage, or to contact Deacon Reaves regarding any information on the Sacraments or the Catholic church.

What is marriage? Is it just a contract or is it a covenant? And what is a covenant anyway? What about divorce? Is that even allowed? What does God say about it? Marriage is possibly one of the most misunderstood of all the Sacraments because it is also one of the most misunderstood of societal institutions as well. Listen in to this broadcast to have these questions answered and so many more

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The Seven Sacraments Part Five: The Anointing of the Sick

12/20/2019

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Deacon Dave Reaves with Host, Dr. Christine Bacon in the WKQA studios in Hampton Roads, Virginia after this recent broadcast. **To contact Deacon Reaves or to learn more about the Catholic faith, click on image.

It used to be called "Last Rites" but today the "Anointing of the Sick" is one of the most beautiful of the Sacraments of all--and one that can be received more than once. This beautiful sacrament is actually two in one and does so much more than just usher people into their eternal reward. Listen in to this broadcast to grow stronger in your faith and understanding of Christ, the Church and His Sacraments and, most importantly, to draw closer to the Lord. You'll be grateful you did.

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The Seven Sacraments Part Four: Reconciliation

12/13/2019

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Guest Deacon Dave Reaves and host Dr. Christine Bacon have fun in the WKQA studios after another great broadcast of Breakfast with Bacon. **To contact Deacon Reaves or for more information on Catholicism or the Sacraments, just click on the image.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is probably the least understood and appreciated of all the Sacraments--including by Catholics. Why do we need to go to a priest to confess our sins when we could go straight to God? Where in the bible does it talk about confessing? What's the difference between a venial and a mortal sin? How does this sacrament draw us closer to God? To get the answers to these questions and more, this is the show you'll not want to miss. Listen in to this very informative and engaging conversation. You'll be glad you did.

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The Seven Sacraments Part Three: The Holy Eucharist

11/29/2019

Deacon David and Dr. Bacon stand next to each other under the WKQA sign in the studio.

Catholic Deacon David Reaves and host Christine Bacon, Ph.D. in the WKQA radio studios after another great broadcast. **Click on image for more information on becoming Catholic or to contact Deacon Reaves.

What is transubstantiation? Is that really Jesus in that bread on the altar or is it simply a symbol? Why do Satan worshipers try to get their hands on the Eucharist for their evil Black Masses? Where in the bible did Jesus give us this sacrament? The Holy Eucharist is perhaps the most central of all Catholic teachings and at the center of the greatest prayer of all: the Holy Mass. Listen in and learn about this amazing gift from Christ to His church: His physical presence to all of His children.

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The Seven Sacraments Part Two: Baptism

11/22/2019

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Deacon Dave Reaves rejoins Dr. Christine Bacon to continue their series on the Seven Sacraments at the WKQA studios in Hampton Roads, Virginia. **For more information or to contact Deacon Reaves, click on image.**

Deacon Dave Reaves rejoins Dr. Christine Bacon to continue their series on The Seven Sacraments. This discussion is on the foremost Sacrament: Baptism. What is Baptism? Why Baptize? Can the unbaptized go to heaven? How does Catholic Baptism differ from Protestant Baptism? What's the difference between submersion and sprinkling? What does it take for an authentic baptism and can anyone baptize another? These questions and more are discussed on this very insightful broadcast between two highly passionate Catholics. Tune in! You'll be grateful you did.

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The Seven Sacraments Part One: An Introduction

11/15/2019

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Deacon Dave Reaves with Dr. Christine Bacon as they begin their series on the Seven Sacraments. **To contact Deacon Dave or for more information on any of the topics discussed just click on image.

What are the Seven Sacraments? What benefit are they to us, to others and to the Kingdom? What does it mean to be given grace? These questions and more are answered on this broadcast with guest Deacon Dave Reaves who gives to listeners an introduction to this eight-part series on the Seven Sacraments. Whether you're a cradle Catholic, a convert, revert or person from any other faith group (or none at all...yet), take a listen as this conversation is sure to enlighten you on yet another aspect of the Catholic faith. Grab a cup of coffee, a bible or some Holy Water and be prepared to enjoy while you learn.

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Discovering Catholic Schools Week: The Scholarship Program Enabling More Souls a Chance to Attend Catholic Schools...and Grow in Their Faith.

11/8/2019

A great set of guests joined the Breakfast with Bacon team to discuss the EISTC program with Dr. Christine Bacon. Parents Luis and Nicole Alas and two of their three sons (Gabe and Gavin) who all attend Catholic school, Sr. Anna Joseph, principal of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic school, Dr. Christine Bacon and Joyce Schreiber, Director of the McMahon Parater Scholarship Foundation. **Click on image to learn more about this scholarship program, sending your kids to Catholic schools or becoming a donor.

Have you ever wished to send your children to a Catholic school but believed there was no financial way possible? Are your children grown? Want to enable another family to be blessed with a Catholic education? On this broadcast we discuss the fantastic new scholarship program that is allowing hundreds of families the blessing of Catholic education who would otherwise be unable to do so. Sound technical? This is not a boring broadcast! Especially when an articulate eleven year old tells listeners he loves his Catholic education because he loves Jesus and it's drawing his family even closer when they pray together every night. Listen in and learn how you too can benefit from this program or even become a donor. Your rewards won't just be eternal!

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All Saints and All Souls Days: Remembering the Holy Days that Created Halloween...and Some Other Catholic Stuff too.

11/1/2019

Dr. Christine Bacon and Ryan Hopkin stand in the WKQA studios in Norfolk Virginia.

Guest Catholic Ryan Hopkin shared a great conversation with fellow Catholic and radio host Dr. Christine Bacon about All Saints and All Souls days with Breakfast with Bacon listeners on today's broadcast.

What is All Saints' Day? Have you ever heard about All Souls' Day? Surely you've heard of All Hallows Eve...er ahh...Halloween?! Do you know the origins of these Holy Days? What about their purpose? Join Dr. Christine Bacon and guest Ryan Hopkin as they discuss this very topic and share with listeners a greater understanding of their Catholic faith. Regardless of whatever faith tradition you are a part of, you'll surely find this conversation enlightening and enriching. Grab a seat, relax and grow closer to the Lord through this broadcast.

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Feminism and The Catholic Church: Rejecting the Lies and Embracing the Truth of Complementarity.

10/18/2019

Leila Miller is a Catholic blogger and author of several books including "Primal Loss: the Now Adult Children of Divorce Speak" and "Made This Way." **Click on image to learn more about Leila, her books or to read her articles.

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As an adult child of divorce herself, guest LeeAnne Abel leads a private Facebook group for other adult children of divorce. **Click on image to find out how to join her FB group.

Have you ever claimed to be a feminist? How about a Catholic Feminist? Did something not seem right? Can one be both? In this highly engaging conversation, three strong and independent Catholic wives, mothers and authors discuss these very questions by exposing how the lies of the Feminist movement is destructive to marriage, families, societies and the Church. Umm...these ladies don't hold back. If you're a man, you'll enjoy hearing other women validate your masculinity. If you're a woman you'll be empowered by a true understanding of femininity and the destructive forces of feminism.

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The Catholic Understanding of Marriage: A Sacramental Promise of Divine Assistance from Heaven

10/4/2019

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Dr. David Anders, Catholic apologist and radio show host of "Called to Communion" joins Dr. Christine Bacon to discuss marriage and Catholicism. **To learn more about Dr. Anders, his radio show or books, click on image above.

There is a battle for marriage taking place in culture today. Many no longer understand the purpose of marriage nor feel a need for this "outdated" institution. Is it outdated? Further, is there a difference between a civil marriage or a church marriage? What about a Catholic marriage? Does the church even see my marriage as valid? These questions and more are addressed by guest, author and Catholic apologist Dr. David Anders, radio show host of "Called to Communion." This is the perfect broadcast for all who've been curious about what God says about this most blessed institution. Grab a cup of coffee and be ready to learn.

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