The Flowered Path – Details, episodes & analysis

Did the Sibyls – the Ancient Greek prophetesses – predict the Annunciation and the coming of Jesus? Justin and Timothy present some theories and read some of the possible prophecies. Justin also reads an account of the Annunciation as witnessed in a vision by Saint Gemma Galgani. The Flowered Path t-shirts are available at our etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1452343565/the-flowered-path-podcast-logo-t-shirt Also at etsy, we have a section for The Flowered Path including books, artwork, and more related to the topics we cover – and paracord rosaries, made by Timothy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostGrave?ref=shop_sugg_market§ion_id=40802353 Justin’s Substack – The Astrology of the Saints: https://astrologyofthesaints.substack.com Theme music is Mariam Matrem Virginem, played by a forest beggar. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Michael Lichens stops by to talk about The Pope’s Exorcist: 101 Questions About Fr. Gabriele Amorth from Sophia Institute Press. We discuss Father Amorth, exorcisms, demonic infestations, oppressions, and possessions, the first exorcist, and more. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Sister Mary Ann Fatula, OP, discusses her new book, The Wonders of the Mass and the Eucharist – which explores the compelling and touching insights of several saints regarding these miracles. The wisdom of Saint John Crysostom, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint Catherine of Siena, and more are touched upon in our discussion. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The figure of St Sebastian, tied to a tree and pierced with arrows, may be one of the most recognizable icons of all the saints. The image of Saint Sebastian has been repurposed in many ways, but how many know the story of Saint Sebastian's life and martyrdom amongst the early Christians? Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Author Phillip Campbell returns to speak about Saint Genevieve and his book of historical fiction based on her life, Matron of Paris. We also hear another reading from Brother Richard on miracles of three holy brothers from the early days of the Franciscan order. Support The Flowered Path on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

First, Brother Richard presents a reading about Saint Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio. Next, Timothy tells the story of Saint Lydwine, a mystic who, while confined to bed for most of her years, lived a life full of charity, visions, and miraculous gifts. To support The Flowered Path go to: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

After a stroke forced him into retirement, Abbé Fouré moved to a hermitage on the Brittany coast. Over the next 14 years, he carved more than 300 sculptures into the rocks on the cliffs of Rotheneuf. Support The Flowered Path at: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Author Phillip Campbell talks to Timothy about Padre Pio and Phillip’s historical fiction biography of the saint, Wounds of Love. Campbell gives an overview of Padre Pio’s life before and after he became a Capuchin friar, relates some true stories of wonders and miracles attributed to the saint, and gives some historical context to this amazing man. To support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Born in Wisconsin in 1870, Blessed Solanus Casey became a Capuchin Friar serving in different locations throughout the United States. Wherever he went, his humble nature and strong faith drew people from all walks of life. Father Edward Foley, the Vice-Postulator for the Canonization Cause of Blessed Solanus Casey talks to Timothy about Blessed Solanus’ life, faith, and favors attributed to his intercession. To support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Mother Mary Lange was recently declared Venerable by Pope Francis. This remarkable woman founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence and Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore, Maryland. She served her community in education, caring for the sick, taking in orphans, and more. To support The Flowered Path, go to https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands