The mission of Jesus Christ is alive and well in the Florida panhandle. Taking our cues from the great Vatican II document of the same name, the Gaudium et Spes podcast chronicles the Holy Spirit’s amazing work in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee through bi-weekly episodes alternating between teaching and storytelling.
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The church's mission is to evangelize and declare the gospel of Jesus Christ. Dr. Tom Neal, the Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement for the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, discusses the gift of faith and what it means to evangelize through bi-weekly episodes alternating between teaching and conversations.
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Episode 19 - Sharing the Faith: Passion for the Diaconate
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Deacon Ken Primeaux about falling away from the Catholic faith, the "aha moment" that led him to becoming a deacon, and the importance of prayer.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 78 - Gaudium et Spes: A Teaching from Bishop Wack on Visiting the Sick & Burying the Dead
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack concludes the series on the Corporal Works of Mercy by talking about visiting the sick and burying the dead.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 18 - Sharing the Faith: Overcoming Stress and Anxiety
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Dr. Mario Sacasa about his unique approach to dealing with stress and anxiety, balancing the spiritual and scientific aspects of it, how the repetition of prayer can help, and his "Overcoming Stress and Anxiety" course. Sign up for "Overcoming Stress and Anxiety": https://www.goodcatholic.com/product/overcoming-stress-and-an…
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Episode 77 - Gaudium et Spes: Clothe the Naked
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Hosts Kanobia Russell-Blackmon and Chez Filippini talk with Vivian Krumel about her faith journey, how she got involved with the St. Vincent de Paul Society, the history of the organization and how they help to "clothe the naked."By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 17 - Sharing the Faith: Living the Joy of Marriage
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Michael and Tasha Havercamp about how they met, how their faith has affected their marriage, and advice they would give to engaged couples.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 76 - Gaudium et Spes: Visit the Imprisoned
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Bishop Wack talks with Aida Bone about how they got involved in prison ministry, why it's important, and the steps to get involved in the ministry.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 16 - Sharing the Faith: Becoming Barnabas
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Kevin McCall about his faith journey, the importance of prayer, what led him to becoming Catholic, and his "Becoming Barnabas" ministry. Learn more about Becoming Barnabas: https://www.becomingbarnabas.org/By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 75 - Gaudium et Spes: Shelter the Homeless
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Deacon Ray Aguado about how a cross-country trip led he and his wife to live on the Gulf Coast, his passion for helping the homeless and what led to the creation of Trinity House, which offers transitional housing and services for homeless senior men.…
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Episode 15 - Sharing the Faith: A Spirituality of the Twelve Steps
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Scott Berry about his background and how to use the "Twelve-Step Program" he learned in Alcoholics Anonymous to improve your spiritual life.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 74 - Gaudium et Spes: a Teaching from Bishop Wack on the Corporal Works of Mercy
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack begins a multi-episode series on the Corporal Works of Mercy by talking about feeding the hungry and giving drink to the thirsty.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 14 - Sharing the Faith: Passion and Purpose for Christ
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Fr. Nick Ware about how coaching football led to his calling as a priest, his time in the seminary, the importance of magnanimity in the Catholic faith, and what he's learned during his early years as a priest.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 73 - Gaudium et Spes: Formation Leading to Transformation
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Hosts Kanobia Russell-Blackmon and Susanne McNinch talk with Fr. Patrick LaPointe about his faith journey, the discernment process of becoming a deacon, feeling a call to the priesthood after the death of his wife, and his first year as Administrator of St. Joseph Catholic Church.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 13 - Sharing the Faith: Recognizing the Cross
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In the spirit of the Easter season, Dr. Tom Neal talks about how Jesus transformed the perception of the cross, the meaning of "mystery" in the Catholic faith, and how the cross can be used to learn about God's love.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 72 - Gaudium et Spes: a Teaching from Bishop Wack on the Easter Triduum
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack discusses the specifics of the Easter Triduum - the Three Days from the evening of Holy Thursday to the evening of Easter Sunday.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 12 - Sharing the Faith: A Journey of Faith and Science
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Dr. Christopher Baglow about how Hurricane Katrina altered his career, how St. Pope John Paul II helped to shape the way he thinks as a theologian, and the relationship between faith and science.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 71: Gaudium et Spes: Young Adult Ministry
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Tyler Acosta about his faith journey, what led him into young adult ministry, and some of the challenges (and rewards) of the numerous young adult ministry groups.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 11 - Sharing the Faith: Faith, Hope and a Sense of Humor
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with author Karen Baker about what led her to work in the church, the work culture in a parish compared to working at The Times-Picayune, and why she wrote her book, "Faith, Hope and a Sense of Humor."By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 70 - Gaudium et Spes: a Teaching from Bishop Wack on the Sacrament of Reconciliation
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack talks about the evolution of penance in the church, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and how to go to confession.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 10 - Sharing the Faith: A Meditation on Lent
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In the spirit of the Lenten season, Dr. Tom Neal talks about the history of lent, the importance of "40 days" throughout the bible, how the season is structured, and the three pillars of Lent (prayer, fasting and almsgiving).By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 69 - Gaudium et Spes: About the Knights of Peter Claver
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Mary Holley and Louis Glass about their faith journeys, the history of the Knights of Peter Claver and their mission.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 9 - Sharing the Faith: The Power of Praying Together
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Dr. Tom Neal and special guest co-host Chez Filippini talk with Ken and Signe Castel about how an ultimatum led them to the "Couple Prayer" series and how it saved their marriage. Learn more about Couple Prayer: https://www.coupleprayer.com/By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 68 - Gaudium et Spes: a Teaching from Bishop Wack on Lent
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack talks about the liturgical season of Lent and what it means to the Catholic faith.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 8 - Sharing the Faith: A Life of Prayer
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Fr. Eugene O'Donnell about the importance of prayer in the Christian life, his own life in prayer, and the importance of couples praying together.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 67 - Gaudium et Spes: Women in Christ
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Host Chez Filippini talks with Sheila Hopkins about her faith journey, the history of the National Council of Catholic Women, and her time as its president. Learn more about the DCCW: https://ptdccw.org/ Learn more about the NCCW: https://www.nccw.org/By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 7 - Sharing the Faith: The Meaning of Baptism
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In his latest teaching episode, Dr. Tom Neal talks about the feast of the Baptism of the Lord and how it pertains to our own baptism.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 66 - Gaudium et Spes: a Teaching from Bishop Wack on the Blessed Virgin Mary (Part 2)
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack talks about a few of the titles given to the Blessed Virgin Mary, their origins and also recites the Litany of Loreto.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 6 - Sharing the Faith: Joy to the World
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In the spirit of the Christmas season, Dr. Tom Neal reads through several mediations on joy and talks about the importance of joy in the Christian life.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 65 - Gaudium et Spes: Leadership is Influence
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Fr. Doug Halsema about his faith journey, his role as vicar general of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee and his style of leadership. At the end of the episode, Fr. Doug offers some words of wisdom to begin the new liturgical year.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 5 - Sharing the Faith: The Gospel of Work
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Fr. Jim Schmitmeyer about how growing up on a farm influenced his future calling as a priest, how he uses the daily living of the laity in his preaching, and the importance of connecting with parishioners.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 64 - Gaudium et Spes: a Teaching from Bishop Wack on the Blessed Virgin Mary (Part 1)
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack talks about the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary, her Magnificat prayer, and her feast days that occur during the season of Advent. NOTE: Part two of this series will air on January 4, 2024.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 4 - Sharing the Faith: The Calling of the Laity
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In his latest teaching episode, Dr. Tom Neal talks about the language of the lay vocation, what the laity are called to do and what it means to "work" as a lay person.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 63 - Gaudium et Spes: Men After God's Own Heart
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Host Chez Filippini talks with Stephen Whitney, Tim Shank and Chris Stavres about their respective faith journeys, how the "That Man is You" program became a reality, how the program has affected them, and what it means to be a Christian man. To learn more about "That Man is You" visit: https://goodshepherdparish.org/tmiy…
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Episode 3 - Sharing the Faith: A Theology of Place
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Fr. Jim Schmitmeyer about how growing up a daydreamer led him to become a priest, being a rural pastor in the Diocese of Amarillo, and how "theology of place" can change the spiritual way of thinking.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 62 - Gaudium et Spes: The Calling of a Bishop
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In this special episode, Bishop Wack talks with Bishop Gregory Parkes about getting the call to become bishop of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, his time as bishop of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, and the common bond that the two have.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 2 - Sharing the Faith: Evangelization in the Church's Life
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Dr. Tom Neal talks with Bishop William A. Wack, CSC about key moments of evangelization in his life, his experiences as director of Andre House, and why listening is the key to evangelizing.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 61 - Gaudium et Spes: Sharing Christ’s Love with Children in Need
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Shawn and Kathy Salamida about their faith journeys, what led them to adopt, some of the challenges they went through during the adoption process, and advice for parents that are looking to adopt.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 1 - Sharing the Faith: A Passion for Evangelization
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Dr. Tom Neal introduces the Sharing the Faith podcast by discussing his faith background and what he hopes to accomplish with the podcast.By Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 60 - Gaudium et Spes: About the Martyrs of La Florida
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In this special episode, Bishop Wack talks with Dr. Mary Soha about the meaning of martyrdom, the Cause of the Beatification of the Martyrs of La Florida and the research that has been done during the process.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 59 - Gaudium et Spes: The Importance of Sharing the Faith
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Dr. Tom Neal about his faith journey, his job as Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement, and his upcoming podcast called "Sharing the Faith."By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 58 - Gaudium et Spes: a teaching from Bishop Wack on Catholic Saints
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack talks about the history of the Catholic saints and lists a few of his personal favorites.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 57 - Gaudium et Spes: God, Family and Catholic Education
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Peter Rodgers about his faith journey, getting into education after serving in the Air Force, and his role as principal of St. Mary Catholic School in Ft. Walton Beach.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 56 - Gaudium et Spes: a teaching from Bishop Wack on Catholic School Ministry
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack talks about the history of Catholic schools and his own personal experience as a former Catholic school student.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 55 - Gaudium et Spes: The Life of a Deacon and His Wife
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Dcn. Lou and Rita Fete about their respective faith journeys and their lives as a deacon and deacon's wife.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 54 - Gaudium et Spes: History of the Permanent Diaconate Formation Program
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Bishop Wack talks with Fr. Joseph Callipare about the history of the Permanent Diaconate Formation Program and his role as Vicar for Deacons and Director of Deacon Formation.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 53 - Gaudium et Spes: Evangelizing Through Youth Ministry
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Alex Molzer, Arnie Fonseca, and Lisa Kurnik about their faith journeys and their experiences in youth ministry.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 52 - Gaudium et Spes: Selfless Service Through Catholic Campus Ministries
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Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Fr. Raymond Herard and Katie Johnson about their faith journeys and their work in Catholic Campus Ministries.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 51 - Gaudium et Spes: a teaching from Bishop Wack on Sacraments and Sacrifice
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack discusses the Eucharist and the need for sacrifice and atonement.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 50 - Gaudium et Spes: a teaching from Bishop Wack on Apostolicam Actuositatem
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack concludes his Vatican II series by discussing Apostolicam Actuositatem, also known as the "Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity."By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 49 - Gaudium et Spes: Evangelizing Through Podcasting
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Host Chez Filippini talks with Alex Clark about his unique faith journey and how it led to him creating his "Generation Vatican 2" podcast. Later in the show, Bishop Wack joins Chez and Alex to talk about Vatican II and the importance of the laity in the church.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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Episode 48 - Gaudium et Spes: a teaching from Bishop Wack on Lumen Gentium (Part 2)
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In his latest teaching episode, Bishop Wack concludes his discussion of the Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, most commonly known as Lumen Gentium.By The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee
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