6/2/25 - Fr. Anthony Amato - How Early Is 'Too Early' To Leave Mass?

Fr. Anthony Amato is the Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Clifton Springs, New York. He was ordained as a priest in June of 2017 by Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester, New York.

In Today's Show:

Is the Novus Ordo Mass improper worship? I attend a NO Mass but constantly hear criticisms about it. Is this the sort of division Pope Francis was trying to avoid by restricting TLM? Is Purgatory a level of hell that is not permanent for those who go there? What is the correct rank order to fast and pray for people? Is it a sin to use phrases like "Praise God" when hearing good news? Why are there multiple variations of the mystery of faith? Can you clarify the difference between "charity" and "love" in modern Bible translations? What are Father's thoughts on the future of the SSPX under the new pope? Are annulments invalid unless approved by Rome? What is the context of Canon 915, and why do Catholics eat the body and blood of Christ? What readings are recommended for those in a state of spiritual desolation? What is the difference between rest and laziness? How responsible are we for allowing others to use the Lord's name in vain? How early is too early to leave mass?

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