Who Is Jesus? What do Catholics Really Believe about Him
What Catholics Believe
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17-Jun-2026
Who is Jesus, and what do Catholics actually believe about him?
In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Dr. David Moser explains the Catholic belief that Jesus is fully God and fully man, the long-awaited Messiah, the Son of God, and the Savior who entered human history to free us from sin and death. He also explores Jesus’ Jewish identity, the meaning of the name “Christ,” his death on the Cross, the Resurrection, and how we can come to know him personally through prayer, the Mass, and the Eucharist.
Whether you are Catholic, curious about Christianity, or simply wondering who Jesus really is, this episode offers a clear and accessible introduction to the heart of the Catholic faith.
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