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Catholic Answers Focus, the world's premier podcast on Catholic apologetics, helps you explain and defend the Catholic Faith. If you want to take a deep dive into the reasons behind Church teaching, Catholic Answers Focus is for you.
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The Catholic Talk Show
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The Catholic Talk Show
Ryan DellaCrosse, Ryan Scheel and Fr. Richard Pagano
The Catholic Talk Show is a hilarious, entertaining, and informative Catholic podcast featuring Ryan DellaCrosse, Ryan Scheel, and Fr. Rich Pagano,
Catholic Answers LIVE is a daily, call-in radio program of Catholic apologetics and evangelization airing live from 6-8 pm ET.
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Ascension Catholic Faith Formation
In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way. Unlike any other Bible podcast, Ascension’s Bible in a Year podcast follows a reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline, a ground-breaking approach to understanding salvation history developed by renowned Catholic Bible scholar Jeff Cavins. For each period in the timeline, Jeff will join Fr. Mike for a special episo ...
This podcast is a mirror of the Dr. Taylor Marshall Podcast/Show originally on Youtube, but then also to Periscope, Facebook Live, iTunes, Spotify, and wherever podcasts are hosted.
The St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology is a non-profit research and educational institute that promotes life-transforming Scripture study in the Catholic tradition.
Father Simon Says™ is your daily bible study hosted by Father Richard Simon, who jokingly refers to himself as Reverend Know-it-All.
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Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)
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Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)
Ascension Catholic Faith Formation
Ask Fr. Josh is the podcast where I hear you out and do my best to help you navigate the tricky times in life when our Catholic Faith doesn’t give you an easy “fill-in-the blank” answer. On this show, we’ll listen to one another, problem solve together, and ultimately entrust everything to our Lord. If this is your first time tuning in, here’s how the show goes: Each episode, I'll address three to four of your questions. I’ll cover everything from Catholic teaching to moral dilemmas to relat ...
Full Contact Catholicism! Terry Barber and Jesse Romero are two men, by the grace of God, ready to set your soul on fire with the love of Jesus! This dynamic duo has been sharing the Catholic truth without compromise on traditional broadcast radio for eleven years – and they’re just getting started! Well-known for their straight talk and power preaching, Terry and Jesse daily inform and inspire with clarity and charity.
Meditations and mutterings from a Catholic priest
Welcome to the Fr. Bill's Podcast where you will hear homilies, reflections, interviews, theological reflections, and more from Fr. Bill Holtzinger, a Catholic priest.
A show about movies, travel, fantasy, TV, faith, sci-fi and minimalism.
The God Minute is a short, daily Christian prayer that includes peaceful music, scripture and a reflection to bless your day with the Lord. It's only 10 minutes. Take a few God Minutes each morning and see how your day rises in abundance. A Catholic devotional by the Congregation of the Mission - the Vincentians.
Have you thought sermons were boring? Think again as Fr. Joel unpacks the word of God for today's audience. Fresh, local, and live takes on the Gospel for our world. A new homily every Sunday.
The Busted Halo Show with Catholic priest Father Dave Dwyer, CSP, is an informative and entertaining take on the Catholic faith. Father Dave and team answer your questions of faith and tackle current issues in our world while having some laughs along the way! This podcast features excerpts from the show on The Catholic Channel -- SiriusXM, channel 129.
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The goal of Forte Catholic is to #MakeCatholicismFunAgain. No matter where you are on your journey with God we want to help you take the next step by inspiring, uplifting, and sharing the Good News...all while laughing along the way. There is a weekly theme discussion, guest interviews from Catholic leaders from across the world and the best crew of co-hosts in the biz. 2018 Catholic Podcast of the Year Nominee (Fisher's Net Awards) The host, Taylor Schroll, is a Catholic husband, father, mi ...
Welcome to Jesuitical, a podcast for young Catholics hosted by two young, lay editors at America—Zac Davis and Ashley McKinless. Each episode features a guest who offers a unique perspective on faith, culture or current events. We also bring you some of the top (and maybe more obscure) Catholic news of the week. And we'll ask: Where do we find God in all this?
Homilies and other occasional content from Fr Andrew Doohan, a Catholic priest of the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia.
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Divine Office Podcast - Brothers of Saint John
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Divine Office Podcast - Brothers of Saint John
Congregation of Saint John
Chanted Divine Office of the Congregation of St. John. Messages and preaching. Roman Catholic religious community.
Two theologians walk into a bar... No, seriously: This podcast is about the real world of politics and current events, seen through the lens of Catholic teaching and spirituality. Your hosts, Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault, bring you a mix of perspectives, from Abbey Road to Metaphysical Graffiti. Dan is a Franciscan friar and Catholic priest. David is a radio producer and Catholic convert. They both have doctorates in theology. It is the best possible kind of nerdy.
Homilies and talks of Fr. Andrew Rockers, Roman Catholic priest.
Weekly Audio Homily from Fr. Jim Northrop, Pastor of St. Thomas in Tukwila, Wa Website: http://www.thegraceofpentecost.com
Homilies, reflections on Vocation, and some occasional surprises.
Meditations and mutterings from a Catholic priest
Hello and welcome to the Karate Priest Podcast. I'm your host Father Daniel Duplantis. I'm a Martial Artist, Musician, Airman, and a Priest. One of my other passions in life is teaching, especially teaching about the Catholic faith. Many people have questions about their faith. Through this podcast, my aim is to explore these questions and encounter incredible people along the way. Their stories show that God is constantly at work in our lives every single day. Sometimes in the ordinary and ...
Listen HERE to talks from some of our amazing speakers from past conferences. Learn all about the Message of Fatima, the state of the Church, and how you can help. You can also listen on your smart devices by searching “The Fatima Center” on your favorite podcatcher or just click one of the links below to subscribe.
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Quick answers to interesting questions about the Catholic faith.
From the Sensus Fidelium YouTube Channel this will cover news, apologetics, documentaries, and interviews in mp3 form
Hosted by Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. PJ McManus Are you ready to be joyful? Be Not Afraid brings the good news that Jesus is on the way to encounter you.
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Sunday homilies by Fr. Mike Walker from St. James Catholic Church in McMinnville, Oregon.
The Walk with Fr. Roderick
EWTN’s roundtable discussion series and in depth interviews unapologetically examine and analyze important issues, news, and events from an authentically Catholic perspective. An engaged one-hour discussion about topics that matter to you. Hosted by Montse Alvarado.
I am a Roman Catholic Priest of the Diocese of New Ulm. This podcast is of my homilies and other humble thoughts. Give feedback at https://goo.gl/forms/Hl9xjfUfBiJjm2Ri2
The Padre Pad digs into what it is like to be a Catholic priest. In each episode the host, Matt Kettinger, has a conversation with a different priest to examine his call to the priesthood, his formation and training, and the joys, challenges and graces that make up the life of a priest.
Praedicare - “to preach”… a podcast of homilies of Fr. Matt Nagle, a Roman Catholic Priest. I am the chaplain and director of the Didde Catholic Campus Center at Emporia State University and Pastor of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Hartford, KS. If anyone would like to support the Didde Catholic Campus Center please visit https://www.diddecenter.org/donate or you can find us on Venmo @Didde-Center
Just a bunch of things that Fr. Voisin has said in homilies and talks and stuff.
From the classroom to the office to everywhere in between, struggling for goodness & holiness can be a daunting task. In these homilies, meditations, classes & talks by Fr. James Searby, discover the possibility of Holiness for the Working Day.
Well-known Catholic speaker and author Al Kresta speaks with people from all walks of life on various topics of the day, and about their walk with the Lord.
Fr. John Ehrich, STL, was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Phoenix in 2000. He currently serves at St Thomas More Catholic Church in Glendale AZ. www.stmglendale.org
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Life Is Worth Living: A Fulton J. Sheen Catholic Podcast
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Life Is Worth Living: A Fulton J. Sheen Catholic Podcast
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
The Catholic teachings of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.
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Evangelizing Catholic Culture with Father David Tickerhoof
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Evangelizing Catholic Culture with Father David Tickerhoof
Father David Tickerhoof
Join Father David Tickerhoof weekly for Evangelizing Catholic Culture, podcasts that are sure to touch your heart! Father is a retired priest living at Our Lady Queen of Peace House of Evangelization in Pittsburg. The teachings in these podcasts are the thoughts and prayers of Father David.
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The Catholic Truth
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S1Q53. Why do we have to go for confession to a Priest?
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Dr Taylor Marshall Catholic Show
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818: Is Christ Your Priest? Why did Christ Ascend with His Body? [Podcast]
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Dr. Taylor Marshall explains the mystery of the Ascension as Christ’s Priesthood in Heaven. Watch this new podcast episode by clicking here: Or listen to the audio mp3 here: If you’d like to order a copy of Taylor’s new book Infiltration: The Plot to Destroy the Church from Within, you can order it in Hardback, Kindle, or Audiobook. Check out Patre…
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Tulane Catholic Homilies
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Mothers, Priests, and Martyrs: Images of Priestly Love (4th Sunday of Easter, May 8, 2022)
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4th Glorious Mystery The Assumption of Mary into Heaven Hail Mary, full of Grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death. Amen.By The God Minute
Fr. Mike explains the purpose behind the beauty and extravagance of the Temple Solomon built for the Lord. On the other hand, he also points out the issue with the image of power and strength Solomon is trying to portray by gathering so much wealth as King. Today's readings are 1 Kings 6, 2 Chronicles 9, and Psalm 4. For the complete reading plan, …
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Divine Office Podcast - Brothers of Saint John
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Vespers, Friday of the Sixth Week of Easter
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Father Simon Says
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Father Simon Says – May 27, 2022 - Learn how to Suffer
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Gospel - Jn 16:20-23 We are going through a valley of tears here on this earth. But it's more than that, we are here on this earth to learn something. We must learn how to sacrifice. Letters Email – Do damned souls become demons? Email - regarding tragedy in our nation. Email - I want to hear what people mean when they say they would like to hear f…
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The Terry & Jesse Show
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27 May 22 – Spiritual Battle Waged Against Us by Medical Dictators
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Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – Jn 16:20-23 – Amen, amen, I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in my name he will give you. Bishop Sheen quote of the day Saint Augustine of Canterbury, pray for us 2, 3, 4) Interview with Scott French, M.D. on how we have entered into a spiritual battle. Medical dictators have weaponized fear and are taking advanta…
On today’s episode of the Karate Priest- Father Dan is joined by his Producer Todd Fischer and Psychologist Randi Gros for a discussion about the latest school shooting and maintaining spiritual and mental health.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://a…
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Letters From Home
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The Real Hero of the Book of Acts - Friday of the Sixth Week of Easter
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The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Friday of the Sixth Week of Easter by Dr. John Bergsma. Easter Weekday / Augustine of Canterbury, Bishop, Religious, Missionary First Reading: Acts 18: 9-18 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 47: 2-3, 4-5, 6-7 Alleluia: Luke 24: 46, 26 Gospel: John 16: 20-23 Learn more about the Mass at ww…
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Jesuitical
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Sad, tired and angry: America’s endless gun debate
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This week, an 18-year-old in Uvalde, Tex., killed 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School. The massacre came less than two weeks after a white supremacist killed 10 people at a supermarket in a majority-Black neighborhood of Buffalo, N.Y. We’ve been here before. This happens all the time in America. And it feels like we have the same…
Concert Friday "Good Morning Lord" "City of God"By The God Minute
Fr. Mike reinforces the power of God's presence in the Temple, and the importance of worshipping God the way he desires to be worshipped. We also begin to hear how Solomon starts disobeying God and setting himself up for idolatry. Today's readings are 1 Kings 5, 2 Chronicles 7-8, and Psalm 66. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com…
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Divine Office Podcast - Brothers of Saint John
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Vespers, Memorial of Saint Philip Neri, Priest
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Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – Jn 16:16-20 – A little while and you will no longer see me, and again a little while later and you will see me. Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2) Pelosi doubles down on being barred from Communion https://www.ncregister.com/cna/nancy-pelosi-doubles-down-on-abortion-support-in-response-to-communion-ban https://www.americam…
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Father Simon Says
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Father Simon Says - May 26 2022 - Learn to Obey Oh Dust
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First Reading Acts 18:1-8 Paul went to Athens to try to win the people over with intellectual arguments because the people of Corinth were living a life of immorality with the Priestess of the false goddess Venus. Letters: Email – Have you ever heard the phrase “learn to Obey oh Dust”? Email - How can I get more summer visitation with my daughter? …
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Letters From Home
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The Good News: Scott Hahn Reflects on the Ascension of the Lord
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Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)
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Catholic Apparel, Treating Yourself, and Valid Baptisms
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In this episode, Fr. Josh answers questions about wearing Catholic apparel and accessories, whether or not it is ok to “treat yourself,” and what makes a Baptism valid. Snippet From the Show We have to take care of ourselves so that we can pour ourselves out for others. Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh’s shownotes or go to www.As…
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How the Ascension Redefines Heaven - The Ascension of the Lord
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The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for the Ascension of the Lord by Dr. Scott Hahn. ASCENSION OF THE LORD Solemnity, Philip Neri, Priest Obligatory Memorial First Reading: Acts 1: 1-11 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9 Alleluia: Matthew 28:19a, 20b Gospel: Luke 24:46-53 Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulc…
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Kresta In The Afternoon
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2022-05-26 - Jesus Shows Us the Way to the Father
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Al discusses how Jesus shows us the Father and Peggy Stanton celebrates the Ascension. Also, Mark Follman weighs in on how we can prevent the next school shooting. Terry Mattingly looks at the Abuse crisis rocking the Southern Baptist Church.By Kresta In The Afternoon
We remember and pray for all the victims of the recent shooting at a Texas school- many of whom were little children.... May God rest their precious souls.By The God Minute
Fr. Mike reveals Solomon's plan of leadership, and how he is aiming to unite the people. He also foreshadows the importance of the temple as a place where Israel can go to worship God as one people. Today's readings are 1 Kings 4, 2 Chronicles 6, and Psalm 65. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bi…
Questions Covered:02:23 – What I found important in helping convert atheists is prayer. What are your thoughts on this? 16:01 – What do I do if I have nobody in my life and I’m wanting to find guidance? I also want guidance to explore Catholicism. 24:16 – How do you respond to someone who says that you don’t need a priest to have your sins forgiven…
Questions Covered:06:37 – Has the Church ever taught geo-centrism as a definitive teaching? 15:20 – I debated Patrick back in 1992 when I was an evangelical and I am Catholic now! I wanted to say hello! 19:09 – My problem with Catholicism is the teaching in Amoris Laetitia on divorced people being able to receive communion. What about the other spo…
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Divine Office Podcast - Brothers of Saint John
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Vespers, Wednesday of the Sixth Week of Easter
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The prophet Isaiah introduces us to the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which are very important helps in living our spiritual life to the full. In this meditation we use texts of Sacred Scripture to consider: The nature and role of the gifts How they differ from the virtues How each one of the seven […]By Father John Flader
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The Terry & Jesse Show
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25 May 22 – Pope Francis: Life “Is Always Sacred and Inviolable”
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Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – John 16:12-15 – I have much more to tell you, but you cannot bear it now. But when he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide you to all truth. Bishop Sheen quote of the day Saints Bede, Gregory VII, and Mary Magdalene de Pazzi, pray for us 2) Pope Francis: Life “is always sacred and inviolable” https://www.catholicnew…
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Father Simon Says
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Father Simon Says - May 25, 2022 - Angels Among Us
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First Reading - Acts 17:15, 22—18:1 While we should try to inflict suffering on ourselves, the Christian doesn't try to avoid pain, but rather embrace it. We find meaning in suffering by uniting it to Jesus Christ and the suffering he endured with his Cross. Letters: Abe - Is it okay to sing Pan de Vida in Church? Jesus – Would an Angel show up to …
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Divine Office Podcast - Brothers of Saint John
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Lauds, Wednesday of the Sixth Week of Easter
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Father Roderick
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Star Wars: the Prequels, Liturgical Music and Penguins, Worst Book Ever, Billionairs in Space
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News: Why I travel Movies/TV: Star Wars – The Prequels; the hype and the disappointment, lack of chemistry, bad villains. Faith: Bad liturgical music and what I do in my mind Books: The Perks of Being a Wallflower Science: Should billionairs rule in space? https://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/apr/30/leave-space-missions-to-billionaires-and-robo…
Some Christians claim that Peter, the man, is not the rock on which Jesus builds his Church, but Peter’s profession of faith is. Actually, no. Apologist Suan Sonna explains why.Cy Kellett: Did Jesus really found the Catholic church with a pun? Suan Sonna is next.Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers Podcast for living, under…
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Why the Ecumenical Council is Infallible - Wednesday of the Sixth Week of Easter
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The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Wednesday of the Sixth Week of Easter by Dr. John Bergsma. Easter Weekday / Venerable Bede, Priest, Religious, Doctor / Gregory VII, Pope, Religious / Mary Magdalene de’ Pazzi, Virgin, Religious First Reading: Acts 17: 15, 22 – 18: 1 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 148: 1-2, 11-12, 13, …
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290: Wrestling, Paracletus & Decision Fatigue w/Liv Harrison
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Taylor & Liv spent the day together and then recorded this episode in her studio! They give an update on their lives, Taylor has a quick update on a conversation from last episode and they talk about wrestling with God. They also talk about where the title "Paraclete" for the Holy Spirit came from and what that means today. Finally, they discuss de…
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Kresta In The Afternoon
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2022-05-25 - Lessons from Yet Another Shooting
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Al looks at yesterday’s tragedy in Uvalde, Texas. Also, Jason Negri discusses being a Catholic in public life and Dan Philpott explains a schism in the Ukrainian Orthodox Church.By Kresta In The Afternoon
More To Come When it comes to Jesus, there is always more to come. When it comes to mystery we will never have all the answers. SCRIPTURE John 16: 12-13 MUSIC "Lighthouse"By The God Minute
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The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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Day 145: Solomon Builds the Temple (2022)
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Fr. Mike reads the story of Solomon's greatest action as king: building a temple for the Lord, showing us how important it is to give glory to the Lord for all he's done for us. He is learning from his father's mistakes, but this story will sadly conclude the greatest moments of his life. Today's readings are 1 Kings 3, 2 Chronicles 4-5, and Psalm …
Questions Covered:05:30 – Why do Catholics deny the idea of once saved always saved if in 1 Jn 3:6 it says, “Whoever keeps sinning has not known Jesus?” 15:11 – With the recent mass shooting in Texas, is it safe to infer that God does not intervene in these situations due to the respect he has for free will? 21:36 – What’s the Catholic perspective …
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The Terry & Jesse Show
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24 May 22 – WHO Treaty Is an Attack on National Sovereignty
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Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – Jn 16:5-11 – For if I do not go, the Advocate will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you. Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2) Archbishop Viganò: World Health Organization treaty is an attack on national sovereignty, part of a global coup https://www.lifesitenews.com/opinion/abp-vigano-world-health-organizatio…
Questions Covered:03:26 – If Mary was conceived without sin, how does it not detract from Christ’s divinity? 24:11 – Does God know if God knows if we are going to heaven or hell? If so, why would he create someone to go to hell? 42:03 – What’s the consensus on what’s going to happen after the general judgment? 49:50 – I’ve started feeling uncomfort…
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Divine Office Podcast - Brothers of Saint John
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Vespers, Tuesday of the Sixth Week of Easter
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Father Simon Says
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Father Simon Says - May 24, 2022 - Why Did Jesus Work Miracles?
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Acts 16:22-34 What do Paul and Silas show us? Jn 16:5-11 Why is it good that Jesus is on the heavenly throne? Letters My 10-year old son wants to know what "take what I say with a grain of salt" means Why do the readings talk about a certain number of fish caught There seems to be a lot of antisemitism in early Christianity; how do we understand th…
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The Catholic Truth
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S1Q52. What is a soul tie and do only Christians have soul ties?
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In this episode of ‘The Walk’, I share what I learned from Star Wars. Social Media Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FatherRoderick Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FatherRoderick Twitter: https://twitter.com/FatherRoderick Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/fatherroderick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatherroderick/ Podcasts: Podcast – …
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