Overcome Common Misconceptions and Better Understand What the Catholic Church Teaches About Hell—And Why It Matters

In today’s world, hell is a topic we often avoid altogether. For many Catholics, it can feel uncomfortable to consider a place of eternal punishment, or difficult to reconcile with what we know about God’s love and mercy.

But when these questions go unasked (or unanswered) it can leave us carrying fear, confusion, or misunderstanding about what the Church truly teaches.

That’s why Franciscan University is sharing a brand new conversation from its In Focus series: The Hell There Is, featuring Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and acclaimed author Monsignor Charles Pope. And right now, you can receive access to the full video—completely FREE.

In this compassionate and pastorally grounded discussion, Father Dave and Monsignor Charles step directly into one of the most misunderstood teachings of the Catholic faith. Not to provoke fear, but to offer clarity rooted in truth.

Drawing from Scripture, the words of Christ, and the consistent teaching of the Church, they unpack what is often overlooked or misunderstood about hell and reveal how this doctrine reflects both God’s justice and His mercy.

When you request access today, we’ll email you the full video, In Focus: The Hell There Is, where you’ll discover:

• Why the Church teaches that hell exists, and what it reveals about God’s nature.
• The most common misconceptions about hell and how to avoid them.
• Where hell appears in Scripture, including in the words of Jesus.
• Why repentance matters and how God’s mercy remains central to our response.

Whether you’ve struggled to reconcile this teaching with God’s love, searched for faithful answers, or simply want to better understand what the Church believes, this conversation is an engaging and clear discussion of salvation and eternity.

Don’t miss out on this important conversation! Just use the secure form below to let us know where you’d like to receive your free access link: