You Shall Not Bear False Witness (Catechism Series Part 38) Auspice Maria Ep 68

Auspice Maria with Bishop James Ruggieri

Christ says that He is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Since Jesus is the Truth, our relationship with truth is deeply important for our faith. This is the core of this week's episode of Auspice Maria. Bishop James Ruggieri continues his Catechism series with a reflection on the Eighth Commandment, “You shall not bear false witness.” Exploring what it means to live in the truth, he examines how honesty, trust, and Christian witness shape our relationships, our use of media, and our conduct in an increasingly digital world. Bishop Ruggieri discusses the virtues of truthfulness, the harm caused by gossip and falsehood, the responsibility to protect others’ reputations, and the importance of discernment in an age of social media and artificial intelligence. Ultimately, he reminds listeners that truth is not merely something we know, but something we are called to live. A full transcript can be found on our website at ⁠https://portlanddiocese.org/news/auspice-maria-ep-67⁠

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Auspice Maria (meaning "under the protection of Mary") is Bishop James Ruggieri's weekly podcast. Listen along to hear answers to questions we all face every day. Each week, Bishop Ruggieri discuses an aspect of the Catholic faith and applies it to our current lives.

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