Join two Marian priests, Fr. Timothy Childers, MIC, and Fr. Thaddaeus Lancton, MIC, as they talk about “Keeping it Marian,” showing how we can best imitate Our Lady and her virtues amid the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, meditating on the Word of God and pondering it in our hearts. As they study and dialogue about the Scriptures, this dynamic priestly duo shares the riches of the charism, patrimony, and history of their Congregation, the Marians of the Immaculate Conception of the Ble ...
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A series of talks and testimonies aimed at helping us appreciate the graces Christ has given us in His mother and her special role in the Christian life.
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A philosophy podcast with simple five minute episodes, making philosophy accessible for people of all ages, backgrounds and experience!
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy advance through the first chapter of Revelation exploring the idea that there are inevitable trials while serving Jesus and proclaiming His word, but with trust in Him, we will prevail.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss the the Book of Revelation chapter 1:4-8 and explain that this book is a message of hope to sustain us, reminding us that the God of the universe truly loves us and everything is in His hands.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy begin their exploration of the Book of Revelation with an assurance that in the midst of difficulties we can have faith that God is creating something new and holy.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy use The Book of Tobit chapter 14 to demonstrate the essence of Christian life: being open to receive God’s generosity and then sharing it with others.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss The Book of Tobit, Chapter 12, and the importance of showing kindness and generosity to others just as God shows this to us.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss The Book of Tobit, Chapter 10, as an example of how being a devout Catholic means you will be tested by God as a way to heal your sin and the roots of sin.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss Chapter 10 of the Book of Tobit and how it highlights the need for radical trust in the Lord, asking for grace to carry the burden of whatever happens in our lives.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy use Chapter 9 of the Book of Tobit to demonstrate the power of oaths and how fidelity to one’s word is as important as ever, despite a modern culture that doesn’t always share these values.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy continue reading from the Book of Tobit, Chapter 8. They explore how the story of Tobias and Sarah’s wedding night demonstrates love and faith, rather than fear and pessimism, as they trust that God is at work in their lives.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy explore the Book of Tobit, Chapter 8. They show how Tobias’ trust and obedience in fulfilling God’s instructions casts out the demon that had doomed Sarah’s previous betrothals.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy explore the Book of Tobit, Chapter 7. Through the marriage of Sarah and Tobias, they explore the beauty of allowing God to heal the shame of our past.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy continue their discussion of the Book of Tobit. In Chapter 6, they explore how the trials of Tobit’s son, Tobias, mimic the suffering in life that often precedes maturity and the rights of initiation into adulthood.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy move on to discuss the Book of Tobit chapter 5, exploring how God is concerned not just with our spiritual growth but also the practicalities of what it takes to live in this world.By Marian Press
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Moral Law Frees Us To Be Who We Are
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy explore the wisdom – still relevant today – that Tobit passes down to his son in chapter 4 of the Book of Tobit.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy continues their exploration of the Book of Tobit and discusses the humility demonstrated in the prayers of Tobit and Sarah. Their truthfulness shows that when we show God the reality of our suffering, He responds with His own truth as a merciful God who loves us in our misery and pain.…
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss the first 2 chapters of the Book of Tobit and the challenge of being faithful in a faithless world.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss how the book of Tobit challenges us to have honesty in relation to our personal stories and pray to God with the raw truth of our hearts.By Marian Press
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy conclude the Letter of Jude and discuss how the power of God's glory keeps us secure.By Marian Press
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Build Yourselves Up in Your Most Holy Faith
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy work through Jude 20-23 and recount how the earlier warnings give way to the affections of God’s heart for us.By Marian Press
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy continue breaking down the Letter of Jude, this time with verses 14-19, and explain that God’s justice is not meant as a threat but as a source of hope.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss Jude 11-13 and the importance of seeing the horror of sin so that we can be inspired to Christian obedience, thereby taking our place as the children of God.By Marian Press
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Discovering God’s Truth in a World of Artificial Intelligence
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy use the Letter of Jude:8-10 to discuss the dangers of a modern life not grounded in reality.By Marian Press
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy continue to break down the Letter of Jude, discussing how God’s judgment is meant to shed light on our sins so that we may choose His path for us.By Marian Press
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy continue their exploration of the Letter of Jude, showing how God is merciful to us to the degree that we are merciful to others and explaining that God’s justice is His way of teaching us, thereby restoring order and harmony to life.By Marian Press
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss how our ability to share in God’s love is only possible because of His allowing us free will.By Marian Press
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss the Letter of Jude and how God chooses to offer us mercy, peace and love despite our unworthiness.By Marian Press
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The Freedom that Comes from Obedience to God
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Father Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss how we are all personally called to submit to the authority of God and the security that comes with His love.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss how Mary paves the way for us to be holy, whole and healed by protecting and holding to the word of God.By Marian Press
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss their faith journeys and their personal paths to the Marian priesthood.By Marian Press
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Slowing Down to Understand the Word of God
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Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss the importance of carefully examining scripture to fully understand and appreciate its nuances. AVAILABLE NOW: Shining in Spotless Splendor: Consecration to the Immaculate Conception by Fr. Thaddaeus Lancton, MIC. Order your copy today, visit ShopMercy.org.By Marian Press
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In Episode 1, "Mary a Model of Faith," Fr. Thaddaeus and Fr. Timothy discuss the Marian charisms and ponder the incredible trust required of Mary in the days after Jesus’ birth. 02:50 - Correction. St. Stanislaus was not dressed in the white habit while pronouncing his Oblatio in Krakow in 1670. He vested himself in the white habit in the Karski Ch…
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Applying Standpoint Theory (guest contribution)
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In this episode, guest contributor Yolanda discusses Standpoint Theory - the idea that your experience of reality can vary depending on your standpoint. This is particularly salient when applied to the experiences of marginalised groups, Yolanda argues, and by drawing on this theory we can better understand the members of these groups and their uni…
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In this episode, I'll be talking all about the theory of Possible Worlds, with a particular emphasis on David Lewis' Modal Realism. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminutephil1).
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Generalisations about Social Groups (guest contribution)
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In this episode, guest contributor Mark Bowker (Marie Skłodowska–Curie Fellow in Philosophy at Lund University) discusses his current area of research - generalisations about social groups, particularly when these generalisations include certain types of prejudices (racism, sexism, homophobia etc). He also explores ideas quantification, asking the …
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In this episode, I go through the claims Hume makes about causation in 'An Enquiry concerning Human Understanding', and why he takes causal inference to be an unreliable model for making rational claims about the world. Enjoy! If you'd like to get in contact, message me on Twitter (@fiveminutephil1) or Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy).…
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After a 6 month hiatus, I'm back! In this episode, I talk about Aristotle's 'Golden Mean' - a commentary about virtue, found in his 'Nicomachean Ethics'. Enjoy!
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In this episode, guest contributor Will Hathaway and I discuss how culture would be different humans didn't have to eat - would culture have to centre around something different, and if so, what? Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminute…
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In this episode, we'll be talking about the three main approaches to the topic of self-knowledge: acquaintance theory, inner-sense theory and rationalist theory. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminutephil1).…
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In this episode, we'll be running through a brief history of logic, focusing on the 3 major periods in the discipline: ancient, medieval and modern logic. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminutephil1).…
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In this episode, I'll be talking all about the subfield of aesthetics known as 'everyday aesthetics', or 'aesthetics of the familiar', in which the boundaries of aesthetic appreciation are broadened to make room for everyday experiences in the realm of what is considered to be 'aesthetic'. Enjoy! If you'd like to do a guest contribution, please con…
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In this episode, I'll be talking about Mariology - the theological study of the Virgin Mary. This includes her role as the Mother of God, the immaculate conception and issues surrounding the notion of her 'perpetual virginity'. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephi…
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Secularism: A Threat to Today's Youth? (guest contribution)
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In today's episode, guest contributor Msaa Mugavana explains why secularism might be considered to be a threat to today's youth, as well as the benefits of religion as a guiding force, particularly for the young. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twi…
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In this episode, I'll be talking about the 'Paradox of Fiction', as well as how some scholars have responded to the paradox. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminutephil1).
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In this episode, I'll be talking all about Naturalism, as well as how it links to other areas of philosophy like epistemology and ethics. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminutephil1).
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In this episode, Dr Peter West talks all about Berkeley and his philosophical standpoint known as 'idealism'. Enjoy, and thank you to Peter for doing this episode! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminutephil1).…
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In this episode, I'll be discussing Genevieve Lloyd's feminist work 'The Man of Reason' and its discussion of the gendering of 'Reason' as male throughout the history of Western philosophy, with a particular emphasis on the works of Plato and Descartes. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on…
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In this episode, I'll be talking all about Baruch Spinoza and his ideas on God, ethics and perspective. Enjoy!
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In this episode, I'll be talking about the gendering of God as male in the Christian tradition, and whether it would be so controversial to switch up the language used to describe this God to make it more female-oriented. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosoph…
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In this episode, I'll be talking all about Paul Ricoeur's approach to texts known as his 'hermeneutics of suspicion'. Enjoy! If you'd like to request an episode, or even do an episode yourself, please contact me on Instagram (@fiveminutephilosophy) or Twitter (@fiveminutephil1).
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