Best Catholic Exchange Podcasts (2024)

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Devotion to The Holy Face 12:23

3d ago12:23

12:23

DEVOTION TO THE HOLY FACE. When we gaze into the Holy Face of Jesus in prayer, we enter into His passion and humbly align ourselves with the suffering Christ. And Jesus Himself told Sister Mary of St. Peter, "Those on earth who contemplate the wounds of My Face, shall in Heaven behold it radiant with glory, and they themselves shall shine with part…

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Meekness and Humility 9:30

13d ago9:30

9:30

MEEKNESS AND HUMILITY. Jesus uses the word "meek" in the Beatitudes - it represents a quality of the heart with which a person is willing to accept and submit to the will and desire of someone else - so necessary in marriage. And by embracing the virtue of humility, we can more readily love God above all things, and love our neighbor as ourselves. …

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Growth, Transformation, & the Joy of God 10:34

28d ago10:34

10:34

GROWTH, TRANSFORMATION, & THE JOY OF GOD. We are called to be saints, and we must keep striving for growth and transformation in our spiritual lives. A Benedictine nun, Sister Mary David, offers reflections on spirituality that are steeped in simple wisdom and practical advice. Her collected writings are in a book called The Joy of God. Join the co…

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Grumbling 7:49

1M ago7:49

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GRUMBLING. It's been called "faithless complaining." It's moaning and growling about everything and everyone around us, but it is dangerous because it can easily turn to bitterness and harden our hearts. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.comBy anewyorkcatholicconversation

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Turning Back to Worldliness 8:45

2M ago8:45

8:45

TURNING BACK TO WORLDLINESS. Many of us make only a tepid effort at practicing our faith, and grow frustrated when the going gets tough. In our frustration, we turn back to the things of the world. Worldliness seems the easier path. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.comBy anewyorkcatholicconversation

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The 7 Spiritual Works of Mercy 14:32

2M ago14:32

14:32

THE 7 SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY. Are you looking for ways to enrich and strengthen your prayer life this Lent? Consider practicing the Spiritual Works of Mercy. They draw us into a deeper relationship with God and make us instruments of God's peace. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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Refusals 13:10

3M ago13:10

13:10

REFUSALS. It is God's will to enter into our lives, and abide in us. He does not force us, He calls us. But we ourselves often block this from happening. We sometimes intentionally stand in the way of a fuller life with God. Let's talk about these impediments, these "refusals" to make room for God in our hearts. Join the conversation: anycatholicco…

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Relics 11:17

3M ago11:17

11:17

RELICS. We preserve and venerate these bones and fragments because they give a connectedness to the sacred, to the holy people of God – the Saints! Relics are not magic, but they prayerfully draw us closer to God, and they can be a channel through which God answers our prayers. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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Indulgences 12:12

4M ago12:12

12:12

INDULGENCES. Yes, they still exist, and they are a wonderful incentive to pray! Any act of prayer expressed devoutly provides a way to reduce the amount of punishment one must undergo for sins that have already been forgiven. God is merciful! Not only does He offer us freedom from eternal punishment, but also from the consequence or punishment requ…

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Are You Pleasing to God? 9:40

4M ago9:40

9:40

ARE YOU PLEASING TO GOD? As Catholics, our ultimate objective and goal is to join in everlasting life with God, by loving God above all things, and loving neighbor as ourselves. But are we doing our best to become more pleasing to God? Do we pursue the natural desires of this world, or the interior joy that Jesus promises us? Join the conversation:…

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What the Souls in Purgatory Tell Us 13:27

5M ago13:27

13:27

WHAT THE SOULS IN PURGATORY TELL US. We don't talk about it much these days, but it's real -- a state of purification "so as to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven." Many Saints have heard from the souls in Purgatory, and have shared with us their requests. So, what is Purgatory like, and how can we benefit from what these sou…

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A Walk Through a Catholic Church 11:34

5M ago11:34

11:34

A WALK THROUGH A CATHOLIC CHURCH. When you enter a Catholic Church, you are met with a variety of symbolic and real expressions of our faith. Everything that we touch and see is there to help us give honor and praise to God. Let's walk in and remind ourselves of the beauty and wonder that surround us. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@…

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The Seven Sorrows of Mary 10:05

5M ago10:05

10:05

THE SEVEN SORROWS OF MARY. When we say the Rosary, we ask our Blessed Mother to "pray for us, now and at the hour of our death." In the devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows, we are invited through prayer to console her sorrowful heart and unite our suffering to hers, and by doing so receive beautiful graces of peace, consolation, and strength. Join the …

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The Particular Good 8:34

6M ago8:34

8:34

THE PARTICULAR GOOD. The Evil One is at work when we are encouraged to become attached to our Particular Goods, even if they are not what is best for us. Whatever we desire is most important, not what God wants for us. Then the attachments that are particular to each one of us, lead us away from God. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@g…

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Gossip 8:24

7M ago8:24

8:24

GOSSIP. It's something we all know we should not do, yet it seems to appear in so many of our conversations. It's harmful to ourselves, to those we talk about, and even to those who hear it. Let's discuss how we can identify gossip, and how we can stop doing it. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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How do we know God is real? 20:51

7M ago20:51

20:51

This is one of the most essential questions in life. How do we know that God is real? The first thing we must respond to is the gift of faith. We must be open to hearing and receiving this grace. Only God can reveal Himself to us. And in choosing to respond, we open our hearts and minds to so much more. Catholic Supply Store of St Louis We a prefer…

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Small Sacrifices 8:21

8M ago8:21

8:21

SMALL SACRIFICES. The greatest penances most of us must deal with come in the small obstacles and frustrations of everyday life. If we can confront them and turn them into small sacrifices, we will achieve small victories which will strengthen our will, and draw us closer to God. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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Private Revelations 9:01

8M ago9:01

9:01

PRIVATE REVELATIONS. We accept that God reveals Himself through Sacred Scripture, and is present in the Eucharist at Mass. But private revelations are messages or inspirations that come to all of us, in many different ways. When we breathe prayer to God, sincerely from the heart, we know that God reveals His love and mercy, for each and every one o…

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World Youth Day 39:18

8M ago39:18

39:18

Today, we visited with Daniel, the Program Coordinator and a Young Adult Leader with VMY. Looking back at the busy summer filled with numerous events, we took the opportunity to reflect on World Youth Day. World Youth Day 2023 was the first time the VMY SEMO chapter officially participated in this international event. Today's conversation focused o…

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The 12 Apostles 12:03

8M ago12:03

12:03

THE 12 APOSTLES. Jesus picked these 12 ordinary men to follow Him and witness to His ministry on earth. After the Resurrection, He visited them to reassure them of His love, and to strengthen their faith. And when they were filled with the gifts of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, they became the foundation of the Church, which even the gates of hell …

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The Beatitudes 10:46

10M ago10:46

10:46

THE BEATITUDES. Through the Beatitudes, Jesus deepens our commitment to the 10 Commandments and offers us a way of living on earth that promises eternal life with God in Heaven. They point to a true Christian way of life, and demonstrate what kinds of human lives are "Blessed" by God. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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Adeodatus | The Renewal of Catholic Education feat. Dr. Alex Lessard 30:28

10M ago30:28

30:28

Dr. Alex Lessard joins the podcast to discuss the organization Adeodatus, "an educational nonprofit organized to support the ongoing renewal of Catholic liberal education through conferences, community-building, publication, consulting, and due diligence." Dr. Lessard touches upon: The importance of the liberal arts and the role of the Church in ed…

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The Incredible Life of St. Catherine of Siena 9:35

11M ago9:35

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THE INCREDIBLE LIFE OF ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA. This 14th-century mystic, author, and saint is a Doctor of the Church, known for bringing about the union of the Papacy, and for her writings, prayers, and "Dialogues." She teaches us to try and bring the peace and reverence of Our Lord to every situation, and reminds us that when we attach ourselves t…

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Confirmation 9:11

11M ago9:11

9:11

CONFIRMATION. “Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit!” With these words spoken by the Bishop at the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ. This sacrament enlightens our understanding of our faith in God; it calls us to increased charity toward our neighbor; and it fills our souls with …

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The Vocation of Consecrated Virginity | feat. Mary Beth Bracy 19:59

11M ago19:59

19:59

Catholic Exchange contributor Mary Beth Bracy resolved on Divine Mercy Sunday to be "married to Jesus Christ immortal." She joins the podcast to share about her vocation as a Consecrated Virgin in the world. Mary Beth sheds light on: Saints who were consecrated virgins and the role of this vocation in the early Church Her resolutions, daily respons…

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Modern Miracles at Lourdes | feat. Marlene Watkins 33:04

12M ago33:04

33:04

Author Marlene Watkins joins the podcast to discuss her recent book Everyday Miracles of Lourdes: Twenty Extraordinary Experiences Along the Way to the Grotto. Marlene covers: The ministry and mission of the Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality North American Volunteers How Marlene's life was forever changed by her first trip to Lourdes The 70 approved,…

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Stations of the Cross, Part 2 11:01

12M ago11:01

11:01

STATIONS OF THE CROSS, PART 2. We continue our meditation and reflection on the stations, our spiritual mini-pilgrimage along the "sorrowful way" with Jesus. “We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you. Because by your Holy Cross, you have redeemed the world." Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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Stations of the Cross, Part 1 11:32

12M ago11:32

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS, PART 1. This beautiful Catholic devotion can be meditated upon on any day of the year, because it prayerfully aligns us with the suffering Christ, and draws us closer to understanding His love for us, and our love for Him. Here are our reflections on the first seven Stations. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gma…

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The Real Marie Antoinette | feat. Elena Maria Vidal 46:44

12M ago46:44

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Catholic historian and writer Elena Maria Vidal sets the record straight on the oft-maligned Catholic Queen of France and martyr of the Revolution. While candidly acknowledging the queen's faults, Elena's work paints a portrait of Marie Antoinette in all her complexity. Drawing from her years of research, Elena discusses: Popular misconceptions abo…

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The Poetic Language of the Mass | feat. Fr. Michael Rennier 30:52

1y ago30:52

30:52

Fr. Michael Rennier joins the podcast to discuss his new book The Forgotten Language: How Recovering the Poetics of the Mass Will Change Our Lives. Father Michael discusses: His conversion story: from Pentecostal student, to Episcopal priest, to Catholic priest How the transcendence and wonder of the Mass played a role in his conversion Combatting …

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Be Healed | feat. Bob Schuchts 20:54

1y ago20:54

20:54

Catholic therapist and author Bob Schuchts joins the podcast to discuss the latest edition of his classic book Be Healed: A Guide to Encountering the Powerful Love of Jesus in Your Life. Bob addresses: Emotional pain and the Seven Deadly Sins Lessons from decades as a therapist and the work of the John Paul II Healing Center Forgiveness and healing…

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The Will 7:48

1y ago7:48

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THE WILL. It is the faculty of the mind by which we determine how we will act. We need a strong will to survive all of life’s challenges, and to truly love we must "will the good of another." A person who is "in Christ" chooses and desires what God desires, so that he or she can pray with sincere determination "Thy Will Be Done." Join the conversat…

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Charity 22:19

1y ago22:19

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Today is the last episode of the Theological Virtues. What is the difference between love and Charity? On today's show, we come to understand why the Church in the Catechism references the Theological Virtue of Charity Charity is an expression of love that goes beyond simple emotion into action. Christ is the example of true Charity in human histor…

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Hope 22:11

1y ago22:11

22:11

Today we continue with our discussion on the theological virtues with hope. Hope is so essential to living the Catholic faith. Not only does it sustain us in difficult times, but it also purifies our actions drawing us closer to the Lord. So sit back, listen, laugh, and learn on another great episode of Practing Catholic! Support the show Let's get…

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Happiness: The New Panacea 8:37

1y ago8:37

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HAPPINESS: THE NEW PANACEA. There is a desire in all of us to be happy, and it has become the new measure of a successful life. But as we pursue happiness, we learn that it does not come from physical stimulation, or a temporary satisfaction of the ego. Only when we place God above all things can we find the stability and calm that lead to true joy…

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Faith 22:44

1y ago22:44

22:44

Today we begin a three-part series on the theological virtues beginning with Faith. Faith is an amazing gift God bestows through grace; however, like everything else, Faith requires us to respond. In this episode, we hope to help unlock and encourage you in your faith life to recognize the gift of Faith and react to it more deeply, allowing you to …

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War on Virtue | feat. Bill Donohue 22:14

1y ago22:14

22:14

Longtime culture-warrior and conservative author Bill Donohue joins the podcast to discuss his new book War on Virtue: How the Ruling Class Is Killing the American Dream. Bill shares his opinions on: The "vital virtues" that are prerequisites to success Why Hollywood's depravity is a coordinated effort to corrupt hearts and minds Wokeism as a repla…

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Step Toward Heaven 7:39

1y ago7:39

7:39

STEP TOWARD HEAVEN. We don’t need to completely overhaul our lives to do God’s will. But as we measure the steps we take, we must realize that each small act of charity we do gives glory to God, and is another step toward Heaven. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.comBy anewyorkcatholicconversation

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The Habsburg Way | feat. Eduard Habsburg 31:07

1y ago31:07

31:07

In this episode, Kristen speaks with Archduke Eduard Habsburg, Hungarian Ambassador to the Holy See, about his forthcoming book The Habsburg Way. Eduard outlines seven rules for a holy and happy life, including: Get Married (and have lots of children) Be Catholic (and practice your faith) Believe in the Empire (and subsidiarity) Die Well (and have …

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Prayers, Alms, and Fasting 27:02

1y ago27:02

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Today Mike and Alina talk about the three pillars of the Lenten season. Learn about their history, importance, and how they are designed to help us grow closer to the Lord during Lent. So sit back, listen, laugh, and learn on another episode of Practicing Catholic. Support the show Let's get ready to practice.…

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The Power of Sanctifying Grace 9:09

1y ago9:09

9:09

THE POWER OF SANCTIFYING GRACE. Sanctifying Grace is a repeated gift which returns us to our original holiness, and enables us to live with God, and share in the divine nature of His Only Son. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.comBy anewyorkcatholicconversation

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The Gift of Grace 27:02

1y ago27:02

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In today's episode, Mike talks about the Gift of Grace. This wonderful blessing bestowed helps draw us into union with the Trinity. Grace emboldens faith, strengthens hope, and purifies charity. This free and abundant gift, though, requires our response. So this Lenten season, let us respond to God's grace to draw ever closer to His enduring love. …

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Why Embrace Suffering? 8:10

1y ago8:10

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WHY EMBRACE SUFFERING? Once we are able to accept, and then embrace our own suffering, we align ourselves with the suffering Christ, who through the Cross, leads us into eternal life with God. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.comBy anewyorkcatholicconversation

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The Beatitudes (Part Two) 30:24

1y ago30:24

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Today we continue our discussion on the beatitudes. As we continue to understand not only what these meant to the people of the time of Christ but understanding what it meant to early post-Judeo Christians can help us find deeper and more meaningful applications for our lives. The beatitudes, in essence, become bookends for our own spiritual faith …

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Consistency - Lenten Special 28:45

1y ago28:45

28:45

What is one of the biggest struggles in faith life... CONSISTENCY. However, we make commitments throughout our lives. We train for sports. We diet. We are committed to working, our studies, and family and friend relationships. Like anything else, we must commit time to get more out of our faith. One way that we can achieve this is through SMART goa…

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The Parable of the Sower 9:00

1y ago9:00

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THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER. Jesus often used parables to reveal hidden lessons. And since a parable requires reflection for understanding, only those who are prepared to explore its meaning can come to know it. This one delves into four different reactions to the Word of God. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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The Beatitudes (Part One) 27:02

1y ago27:02

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We have all heard of the beatitudes. What do we know about them? What would people have understood in the time of Christ? What would post-Judeo Christians take from their meaning? Is there an application for us today? We discuss these topics and more on this episode of Practicing Catholic. Catholic Supply Store of St Louis We a preferred partner of…

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Lukewarm Catholicism 11:02

1y ago11:02

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LUKEWARM CATHOLICISM. God invites us into a life of holiness through His Son, Jesus Christ. And Jesus expresses God’s love for us through His own Passion and Death on the Cross. If the warmth and fervor of our response to this great love is tepid or lukewarm, our faith is at risk of deteriorating into indifference, or worse. Join the conversation: …

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Holy Water and Its Benefits 8:41

1y ago8:41

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HOLY WATER AND ITS BENEFITS. Since it was removed from founts in churches during the pandemic, holy water has become almost a forgotten sacramental to many Catholics. When we reflect on its rich spiritual meaning and traditions, we rediscover the effects that benefit us all. Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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Sacred Scripture 11:04

1y ago11:04

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SACRED SCRIPTURE. We read scripture to draw closer to God, and reading the Bible is itself an act of prayer. We encounter Jesus Christ is the gospels, and we can never exhaust the Word of God, for in Christ “are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge” (Col 2:3.) Join the conversation: anycatholicconversation@gmail.com…

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