Best Akita Podcasts (2024)

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27 Aug 24 – Is Our Lady of Akita Relevant to the Church Today? 51:09

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – MT 23:23-26 – Jesus said: “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites. You pay tithes of mint and dill and cummin, and have neglected the weightier things of the law: judgment and mercy and fidelity. But these you should have done, without neglecting the others. Blind guides, who strain out the gnat and s…

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25 Sep 24 – Are We at the End Times? 51:12

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Lk 9:1-6 – Jesus summoned the Twelve and gave them power and authority over all demons and to cure diseases, and He sent them to proclaim the Kingdom of God and to heal the sick. He said to them, “Take nothing for the journey, neither walking stick, nor sack, nor food, nor money, and let no one take a second tun…

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24 Sep 24 – Jesus Christ Is the Only Way to Eternal Life 51:11

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – LK 8:19-21 – The mother of Jesus and His brothers came to Him but were unable to join him because of the crowd. He was told, “Your mother and Your brothers are standing outside and they wish to see You.” He said to them in reply, “My mother and My brothers are those who hear the word of God and act on it.”…

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The Mystery of the Stigmata (Guest: Paul Kengor) 54:47

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The Stigmata holds a special place in the history of Catholic mysticism, as well as in the Catholic imagination. What is this gift, and why do certain people receive it?By Crisis Magazine

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18 Sep 24 – Bishop Strickland on the Debate 51:12

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Lk 7:31-35 – Jesus said to the crowds: “To what shall I compare the people of this generation? What are they like? They are like children who sit in the marketplace and call to one another, ‘We played the flute for you, but you did not dance. We sang a dirge, but you did not weep.’ For John the Baptist came neit…

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You Are Going to Die! 28:28

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Death is the one thing we absolutely cannot escape and also the one thing that should shape how we live. Yet we ignore death all the time. Why keeping death in our minds will help us live better lives.By Crisis Magazine

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17 Sep 24 – The Truth Shall Set You Free 51:12

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Lk 7:11-17 – Jesus journeyed to a city called Nain, and His disciples and a large crowd accompanied Him. AsHe drew near to the gate of the city, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. A large crowd from the city was with her. When the Lord saw her, he was moved…

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A Catholic Alternative for President? (Guest: Peter Sonski) 1:08:19

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The presidential candidate for the American Solidarity Party joins the podcast to discuss his party's platform and what they hope to accomplish in the 2024 election.By Crisis Magazine

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11 Sep 24 – Catholic Churches Burned in France 53:37

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Lk 6:20-26 – Raising His Eyes toward His disciples Jesus said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for the Kingdom of God is yours. Blessed are you who are now hungry, for you will be satisfied. Blessed are you who are now weeping, for you will laugh. Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude and in…

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Catholics Support Harris? 35:22

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A recent poll showed that Catholics—including Mass-attending Catholics—support Kamala Harris over Donald Trump for President. What is going on?By Crisis Magazine

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10 Sep 24 – On Father Ripperger’s Daily Prayer of Consecration 51:12

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Lk 6:12-19 – Jesus departed to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God. When day came, He called His disciples to Himself, and from them He chose Twelve, whom He also named Apostles: Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James…

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Where Were Our Spiritual Fathers During Covid? (Guest: Kevin Wells) 51:51

13d ago51:51

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During the dark spring of 2020, it seemed that so many of our spiritual fathers checked out. We were denied the Sacraments and other spiritual aids at a time we needed it most. But there were exceptions: priests who heroically ministered to their people in spite of the darkness.By Crisis Magazine

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04 Sep 24 – Saint Pius X Speaks to Our Time As Well 51:12

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – LK 4:38-44 – After Jesus left the synagogue, He entered the house of Simon. Simon’s mother-in-law was afflicted with a severe fever, and they interceded with Him about her. He stood over her, rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up immediately and waited on them. At sunset, all who had people sick with va…

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03 Sep 24 – Never Sacrifice the Truth for Something Acceptable to Society 51:12

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Lk 4:31-37 – Jesus went down to Capernaum, a town of Galilee. He taught them on the sabbath, and they were astonished at His teaching because He spoke with authority. In the synagogue there was a man with the spirit of an unclean demon, and he cried out in a loud voice, “What have You to do with us, Jesus of Naz…

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What Is Catholic Fundamentalism? (And Is It a Problem?) 35:46

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Recently Catholic apologist Trent Horn condemned "Catholic Fundamentalism", which many took as a veiled attack on Catholic traditionalism. We'll look at the crux of Trent's argument and what he gets right and wrong about the issue of Catholic fundamentalism.By Crisis Magazine

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Passing The Torch: The Purpose and Power of Mentorship in Leadership by Dr. Myles Munroe 1:28:43

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Check out my maiden book, NEVER AGAIN, here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.amazon.com/NEVER-AGAIN-Foundations-Meaningful-Fulfilling/dp/B0CLWJVTGP You can kindly support my work here: ⁠ https://buymeacoffee.com/josephgyamfi Speaker: Dr. Myles Munroe Myles Munroe, OBE was a Bahamian evangelist and ordained minister, professor, author, speaker and leadership consu…

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Dr. Myles Munroe - Understanding the Spirit of Innovative Leadership. 1:23:55

13d ago1:23:55

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Check out my maiden book, NEVER AGAIN, here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/NEVER-AGAIN-Foundations-Meaningful-Fulfilling/dp/B0CLWJVTGP⁠ You can kindly support my work here: buymeacoffee.com/josephgyamfi Speaker: Dr. Myles Munroe Myles Munroe, OBE was a Bahamian evangelist and ordained minister, professor, author, speaker and leadership consultant. He f…

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The Gift of Motherhood (Guest: Mary Cuff) 49:42

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Motherhood is the most important "job" in the world. But it comes with struggles and suffering. One mother decided to look to another type of mother for advice in this important task.By Crisis Magazine

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28 Aug 24 – Deny Yourself, Take Up Your Cross, and Follow Me 51:13

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Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Mk 6:17-29 – Herod was the one who had John the Baptist arrested and bound in prison on account of Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip, whom he had married. John had said to Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife.” Herodias harbored a grudge against him and wanted to kill him but was u…

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Censoring the Word of God 34:35

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Since 1970 certain controversial passages of the Bible have been removed or made optional in Catholic liturgical settings. Why was this done? What has been the impact?By Crisis Magazine

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Japan Road Trip Week 3: Kyushu Scenic Train, Cat Temple, & World's Oldest Family Business 58:05

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It's the final week of our road trip around Japan! We got to ride the 36+3 scenic train in Kyushu, and started our drive back through Honshu on the Sea of Japan coast. We visited a cat temple in Yamaguchi, saw the Tottori Sand Dunes, one of Japan's 3 great views, and 2 more original castles. At the end of the trip, we spent the night in Houshi Ryok…

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Back to the Beginning: Finding Solutions to Today's Problems in Genesis (Guest: Monica Miller) 57:45

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The first three chapters of Genesis "set the table," so to speak, for the rest of the Bible. But they also give us answers to the problems that plague us today, if only we understand what those chapters are saying.By Crisis Magazine

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The Power of Intention: Dr. Wayne Dyer 1:14:56

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Check out my maiden book, NEVER AGAIN, here: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/NEVER-AGAIN-Foundations-Meaningful-Fulfilling/dp/B0CLWJVTGP⁠ You can kindly support my work here: ⁠⁠buymeacoffee.com/josephgyamfi⁠ Speaker: Dr. Wayne DyerBackground music: Reverie by Scott Buckley | ⁠www.scottbuckley.com.au⁠Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/…

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How to Entertain and Tire out a Puppy when I Can't Walk Him? 25:06

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Do you have a crazy high energy puppy and the 5min per month isn't tiring him out enough? Are you getting bitten more and more and you just don't know where to even begin? A complete guide to entertaining and enriching your new puppy so that he sleeps, listens and doesn't destroy the house in his teething stage! Support the show Home Visits for Beh…

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The Power of Forgiveness: Dr. Wayne Dyer with Immaculée Ilibagiza 14:38

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Speakers: Dr. Wayne Dyer Immaculée IlibagizaBackground music: Reverie by Scott Buckley | ⁠www.scottbuckley.com.au⁠Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Dr. Wayne Dyer was an American self-help author and motivational speaker.His first book, Your Erroneous Zones,…

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21 Aug 24 – Cupich DNC Invocation Leaves Out “Jesus” 51:13

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - Mt 20:1-16 - Jesus told his disciples this parable: "The Kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out at dawn to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with them for the usual daily wage, he sent them into his vineyard. Going out about nine o'clock, he saw others standing idle in the marketplace, an…

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Our Lady of Akita: Did Our Lady Really Appear in Japan? 35:25

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Last week on the Feast of the Assumption, Sister Agnes Sasagawa, a Japanese nun who claimed to see the Virgin Mary under the title of Our Lady of Akita, passed away. We'll take a closer look at the details surrounding her life and visions.By Crisis Magazine

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Dr. Wayne Dyer: You BECOME what you think about all day long. 10:29

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Speaker: Dr. Wayne DyerBackground music: Reverie by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.auMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Dr. Wayne Dyer was an American self-help author and motivational speaker.His first book, Your Erroneous Zones, is one of the best-sel…

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Can Catholics be Zionists? (Guest: Dr. Matthew Tsakanikas) 54:33

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The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has led many Catholics to side with Israel for theological reasons, believing God has promised certain land to the Jewish people. Is this legitimate? Are Catholic obligated to defend the modern state of Israel?By Crisis Magazine

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14 Aug 24 – Stories of Standing Up for the Truth of the Gospel 51:06

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - Mt 18:15-20 - Jesus said to His disciples: "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have won over your brother. If he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, so that every fact may be established on the testimony of two or th…

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13 Aug 24 – Preach the Truth as if You Had a Million Voices 51:10

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14 - The disciples approached Jesus and said, “Who is the greatest in the Kingdom of heaven?” He called a child over, placed it in their midst, and said, “Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the Kingdom of heaven. Whoever becomes humble like this chil…

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Japan Road Trip Week 2: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, Shikoku School Stay, and Hells of Kyushu 1:00:29

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This week we've gone from the far north in Aomori Prefecture to the far south in Kyushu! We got to see the annual Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, stayed in an old elementary school on Shikoku, changed plans due to the Nankai Trough earthquake advisories, and took a ferry to the 7 Hells of Beppu on the island of Kyushu. Listen to the end of every episode to …

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Exorcisms Explained by an Exorcist 50:22

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When you have a demon in your house, who are you going to call? Answer - The Catholic Church / real ghost busters! In this episode, we have a conversation with Father Vincent Lampert, a seasoned exorcist. A man who has met the devil himself. He shares his experiences and knowledge about the practice of exorcism, discussing its history, theology, an…

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Did Online Trads Cause the TLM Crackdown? 36:03

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Ever since Pope Francis began to restrict the TLM, many have pointed to prominent traditionalists online as the reason. Is this true? If so, what does that say about the pope?By Crisis Magazine

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How to Reprogram Your Life for Success: Bob Proctor 49:01

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Speaker: Bob Proctor Music by Yevhen Onoychenko from PixabayIn the universe everything operates on a frequency, including money. So, if you want to understand how to earn or attract a lot more money, You Need To Reprogram your life now.Bob Proctor went through the process of Explains all the steps to plan your life and be successful both in busines…

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Why Is the U.K. Rioting? (Guest: Sarah Cain) 44:07

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The United Kingdom has broken out into riots over the issue of mass immigration and a unfair policing system in place to deal with it. How did this start, and where will it end?By Crisis Magazine

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07 Aug 24 – How to Deal with Betrayers and Heretics 52:29

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - MT 15:21-28 - At that time Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman of that district came and called out, “Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David! My daughter is tormented by a demon.” But He did not say a word in answer to her. His disciples came and asked Him, “Send her away, f…

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Euthanasia - Why Life Matters 1:00:24

2M ago1:00:24

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Monica Doumit is the Director, Public Affairs and Engagement for the Archdiocese of Sydney and a columnist with The Catholic Weekly. This week she joins us to talk about the upcoming Euthanasia bill being proposed in the New South Wales Parliament. She lays out the Church's teaching on life, and the sacredness of the human person. This episode will…

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Kamala Harris: The Anti-Catholic Candidate 29:19

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The anointing of Kamala Harris as the Democratic Presidential Nominee signals the deeply anti-Catholic nature of that party. So why do some self-proclaimed Catholics still support her?By Crisis Magazine

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06 Aug 24 – How to Fight Hedonism in the Olympics 51:11

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - Mk 9:2-10 - Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother John, and led them up a high mountain apart by themselves. And He was transfigured before them, and His clothes became dazzling white, such as no fuller on earth could bleach them. Then Elijah appeared to them along with Moses, and they were conversing with Jes…

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Japan Road Trip Week 1: Hiking Hakusan, Akita Camping, and Osorezan 50:33

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This week we started our road trip by hiking Mt. Haku (or Hakusan), one of Japan’s 3 holy mountains. After the hike we started driving north to the Tohoku region, camping in Akita Prefecture, and making our way to Aomori Prefecture. We got to see Hirosaki Castle (one of the 12 remaining original castles in the country!) and stayed in Mutsu. During …

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BFP – Akita, How a Bribe Stopped the Real Ottaviani Intervention (Maciel), and Why it’s Suddenly not OK to criticize the Pope 51:16

2M ago51:16

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Get ready to dive into a divine cocktail of faith, history, and a sprinkle of intrigue! Our latest BFP podcast episode takes you on a journey from a young bishop's mission in Akita Japan to a Buddhist woman's leap of faith, all the way to the Vatican's secret corridors. It's like your favorite detective novel, but with more rosaries and revelations…

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Why Are Young Catholics More Conservative? (Guest: Fr. Gabriel Mosher, OP) 59:46

2M ago59:46

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Recent news stories have highlighted that young Catholics—both clergy and laity—are increasingly conservative. We'll look at the reasons behind that growing trend.By Crisis Magazine

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31 Jul 24 – How to Make Moral Choices 51:12

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - Mt 13:44-46 - Jesus said to His disciples: "The Kingdom of heaven is like a treasure buried in a field, which a person finds and hides again, and out of joy goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Again, the Kingdom of heaven is like a merchant searching for fine pearls. When he finds a pearl of great…

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Family Life International - Working for Life 1:01:45

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This week Paul Hanrahan speaks about his great work with Family Life International. This organisation is based in Sydney, and helps many people regarding the issue of Abortion. They undertake noble work to help save many lives from Abortion. Paul details what drives him every single day with this apostolate. He is filled with much zeal and explains…

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The World Has Gone Insane 37:57

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The last month has been a relentless onslaught of crazy news stories, with the world seeming to be falling apart. We'll take a look at the latest news and also discuss how Catholics properly fight for the Truth while maintaining our peace in Christ.By Crisis Magazine

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30 Jul 24 – Cardinal Newman’s Advice to Today’s Church 51:12

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - Mt 13:36-43 - Jesus dismissed the crowds and went into the house. His disciples approached Him and said, "Explain to us the parable of the weeds in the field." He said in reply, "He who sows good seed is the Son of Man, the field is the world, the good seed the children of the Kingdom. The weeds are the children …

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Moving Out, Cat Bus Bread, and Most Expensive Grapes in the World 48:38

2M ago48:38

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Today we officially moved out of our apartment in Uchinada! We’ll talk about the moving process, what we did with all our furniture, and how moving is different in Japan vs. the US. We also talk about all-you-can-eat buffet differences, sweet beans, bread shaped like Totoro’s cat bus, and what we’re doing now that we don’t have an apartment. Plus, …

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Reconciling Religion and Science (Guest: Fr. Paul Robinson) 55:58

2M ago55:58

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The modern conflict between religion and science has only intensified in recent years. While some Catholics want to reject most modern scientific findings, many scientists act as infallible guides to all of reality. What is the proper Catholic perspective?By Crisis Magazine

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24 Jul 24 – What Is a “Valid” Marriage? 51:12

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Today's Topics:1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - Mt 13:1-9 - On that day, Jesus went out of the house and sat down by the sea. Such large crowds gathered around Him that He got into a boat and sat down, and the whole crowd stood along the shore. And He spoke to them at length in parables, saying: “A sower went out to sow. And as he sowed, some seed fell on the …

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