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80 - The Apostles (III): Matthew and John
01 Sep 2024
00:30:19
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with Matthew and John.
79 - The Apostles (II): Andrew, Philip, James the Greater, James the Lesser.
18 Aug 2024
00:24:55
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with four apostles: Andrew, Philip, and the two Jameses.
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28:19)
How does the Catholic church dialogue with other faiths and denominations without compromising on the truth? Why is it important to have friends who don't share my beliefs? How can I be genuinely open to others' opinions without becoming relativistic?
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of unity and diversity by discussing evangelisation, ecumenism, interfaith dialogue, and apostolate.
How do we balance unity and diversity within the Catholic church? Do Catholics have to accept every single one of the official teachings of the church? Does union with the pope mean accepting and believing every single thing he says?
In this episode, we discuss unity and diversity within the Catholic church.
What should we do during Advent? Have we always celebrated Christmas on the 25th December? What are the origins of the Christmas tree and the nativity scene?
In this episode, we discuss one of the most beautiful and important times in the Catholic calendar.
The appearance of Our Lady at Fátima in 1917 was one of the most incredible and significant events of the twentieth century. In these apparitions, Mary encouraged the world to pray the rosary, and to pray for peace, poor sinners, and the pope. She also performed one of the most mind-blowing miracles you'll ever hear about.
In this episode, we finish our discussion of the apparitions at Fátima.
The Fátima prayer: Oh my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Bring all souls to heaven, especially those who most need your mercy.
The appearance of Our Lady at Fátima in 1917 was one of the most incredible and significant events of the twentieth century. In these apparitions, Mary encouraged the world to pray the rosary, and to pray for peace, poor sinners, and the pope. She also performed one of the most mind-blowing miracles you'll ever hear about.
In this episode, we begin our discussion of the apparitions at Fátima.
The Fátima prayer: Oh my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Bring all souls to heaven, especially those who most need your mercy.
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In the next few episodes, we're going to unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras), beginning with this episode on Simon Peter.
59 - St. Mark Ji Tianxiang: Doctor, Martyr, Drug Addict
10 Oct 2023
00:23:44
St. Mark Ji Tianxiang was a doctor who lived in the late 1800s, who was martyred for his faith during the Boxer Rebellion. He was also an opium addict who struggled with his addiction for 30 years, and was a drug addict at the time of his death.
St. Mark Ji is an example to anyone struggling with addiction, disorders, or mental illness.
How do the devil's tactics change as we progress in the spiritual life? How do we fight against temptation? What are the signs that I am progressing in the spiritual life?
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of spiritual warfare, and the ways that we can fight it.
The term 'spiritual warfare' can sound a bit dramatic, but it's actually something pretty normal that we all face. The devil is real, and he does NAHT want us to get to heaven.
In this episode, we begin our discussion of spiritual warfare, and the ways that we can fight it.
What is Feminism? What does the Catholic Church teach about women, and their role in society? Are Catholicism and Feminism compatible?
In this "Catholicism and..." series, we look at contemporary cultural, social, and political topics alongside Catholicism and consider how we might engage with them through the lens of Catholic teaching.
54 - Franz Jägerstätter: That Man's Got Principles
01 Aug 2023
00:33:50
Blessed Franz Jägerstätter was an Austrian conscientious objector during WWII. He was imprisoned and eventually executed for refusing to fight for the Nazis or swear an oath of allegiance to Hitler. In 2007 he was officially declared a martyr by Pope Benedict XVI and was later beatified. His story has inspired many who have been pressured to behave in a manner contradictory to their faith.
Timestamps: 1:24: The Introductory Rites 7:23: The Liturgy of the Word 11:42: The Creed 14:29: The Liturgy of the Eucharist 20:57: The Eucharistic Prayer 26:48: The Communion Rite 33:22: The Concluding Rites
Timestamps: 2:25: What is Mass? 4:48: Who can go to Mass? 5:41: Missals/Order of Mass 6:52: Standing, sitting, kneeling. 11:01: Bells and incense 13:54: Eastern and Western rites 16:10: Latin Mass vs novus ordo 19:04: How late is too late? 22:25: Fasting before communion
In this introduction, we chat about what to expect in Season Two. What topics will we be covering? How long will the episodes be? Will there be video content?!
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In this episode, we wrap up THE CATECHISM with a discussion of the Our Father.
This episode covers Part Four, Section Two of the Catechism (pts. 2759-2865)
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What's the difference between meditation and contemplation? What should I include in a Plan of Life? What are some common obstacles to prayer, and how can I overcome them?
In this episode, we wrap up our introduction to prayer.
This episode covers Part Four, Section One, Chapter Two, Article Three, and Chapter Three, Articles One and Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2683-2745).
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What's the difference between adoration and thanksgiving? Why does it matter? Should I pray at specific times or should prayer be spontaneous?
In this episode, we continue our discussion of prayer by discussing the forms of prayer.
This episode covers Part Four, Section One, Chapter One, Article Three, and Chapter Two, Articles One and Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2623-2682).
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Guigo the Carthusian, Scala Paradisi: PL 40, 998. (This is the guy whose name I couldn't pronounce. Gweego? Goojeeo? Someone who speaks Italian tell me.)
What does it mean to pray? Is it just words and gestures, or is it something more? When we pray, does God always give us what we want?
In this episode, we begin our discussion of Part Four of the Catechism
This episode covers Part Four, Section One, Chapter One, Articles One and Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2556-2622).
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Is it bad to desire material things? Is envy always a sin? How can I avoid being jealous?
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of Part Three of the Catechism (!)
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Ten of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2534-2557).
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What does it mean to be 'pure of heart'? Is modesty outdated? Is it all about shame? Is it just for girls? (Nope, nope, and NOPE!)
In this episode, we discuss the Ninth Commandment.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Eight of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2514-2533).
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"You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor."
Is there such thing as objective truth? Is it ALWAYS better to tell the truth? Are there situations where it's better to lie?
(Pls excuse the the background cicadas #straya)
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Eight of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2464-2474).
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Did Jesus always know that he was God, or did he acquire that knowledge at some point during his childhood or adolescence? Were there things that Jesus didn't know when he was on earth? Did he know what was going to happen in the future? Was Jesus ever tempted to sin, or to despair?
In this episode, we discuss the incredible mystery of the hypostatic union: Jesus as fully God and fully human.
Does honouring our parents mean doing everything they say? What if your parents are terrible? Are children free to make their own moral decisions?
In this episode we cover the fourth Commandment.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Four of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2196-2257).
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"You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain."
"Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, and do all your work; but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God; in it you shall not do any work."
Why is it so bad to take God's name in vain? Why do I have to go to Mass every Sunday? How late is too late to rock up to Mass? Can I go to work on Sundays?
In this episode we discuss the second and third Commandments.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter One, Articles Two and Three of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2142 -2195).
The ten holy days of obligation: (NOTE: These are technically the holy days of obligation, but not every country enforces all of them. You can read more about it here.)
the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Christmas),
"I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; you shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself an idol, whether in the form of anything that is in heaven above or that is on the earth beneath or that is in the water under the earth.”
What does it mean to love and serve God? What counts as 'other gods'? Are images of Jesus, Mary, and the saints graven images?
In this episode we discuss the first of the Ten Commandments.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter One, Article One of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2056 -2141).
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Every. Single. Mass. Is a miracle. Eucharistic miracles remind us of that fact.
In this episode, we discuss four amazing incidents, three of which occurred in the last thirty years. In each of these miracles, a communion host transformed into human tissue: specifically, into tissue taken from a living human heart that was in agony. Each of these miraculous hosts has been rigorously scientifically tested, often by scientists who had no idea where the samples they were testing had come from. These stories remind us of the loving and true presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
How are we saved? Through faith, works, or both? What is grace? Can I earn grace or is it just a free gift from God?
Today we wrap up our introduction to Catholic morality by looking at one of the most significant areas of division between Catholics and Protestants.
This episode covers Part Three, Section One, Chapter Three of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1949-2055).
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31 - The Person and Society: Human rights and equality
24 Jul 2022
00:27:29
What are human rights? Does everyone have the right to the same things? What does 'equality' mean?
In this episode, we round off our discussion of the Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church.
This episode covers Part Three, Section One, Chapter Two, Article 3 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1918-1948).
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