Dr. Klein and Taylor Kemp explain relics as a sign of Christian hope and the classification of different types within the Church. How do relics connect with our understanding of Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist? Why does the Church discourage cremation but approve the veneration of relics? Find out in this episode.
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Discussion Questions:
1. Have you seen a relic before?
2. How do relics connect to Christian hope in the resurrection of the dead?
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