Best Fr Edward Looney Podcasts (2024)

Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 6 from book 5 and reflects on Mary's renewed invitation to imitate Our Lady who was a privileged disciple of Jesus and the graces Mary received and which we can ask for.

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Year 3, Day 187: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 5, Paragraphs 55-63 20:06

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Fr. Edward Looney finishes reading chapter 5 of book 5 and then reflects on the heart of Mary and the meaning finding Jesus in the temple.

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Year 3, Day 186: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 5, Paragraphs 47-54 17:40

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Fr. Edward Looney begins reading chapter 5 and then comments on Jesus teaching the teachers about the prophecies and the second coming of Jesus.

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Year 3, Day 185: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 4, Paragraphs 35-46 27:05

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 4 from book 5 and then reflects about the loss of Jesus in the temple.

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Sexual Identity (Guest: Dr. John Finley) 49:48

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Dr. John Finley is a professor at Thomas Aquinas College. He has authored several publications on philosophical anthropology, metaphysics, phenomenology, and Ancient and Medieval philosophy. Dr. Finley received his masters and doctorate in philosophy from the University of Dallas and his Bachelor of Arts from Thomas Aquinas College. In 2016 he was …

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Year 3, Day 184: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 3, Paragraphs 26-34 19:26

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Fr. Edward reads chapter three of book 5 and then reflects on the visits to the temple and how Jesus is the New Temple, a reflection on an individual from the Old Testament, and the significance of Mary hearing the Father's voice.

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Sexual Identity (Guest: Dr. John Finley) 50:00

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Dr. John Finley is a professor at Thomas Aquinas College. He has authored several publications on philosophical anthropology, metaphysics, phenomenology, and Ancient and Medieval philosophy. Dr. Finley received his masters and doctorate in philosophy from the University of Dallas and his Bachelor of Arts from Thomas Aquinas College. In 2016 he was …

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Year 3, Day 183: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 2, Paragraphs 15-25 25:38

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 2 of book 5 and then reflects on the nature of love, Ecclesiastes, and Jesus and Joseph.

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Year 3, Day 182: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 1, Paragraphs 1-14 28:45

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 1 of book 5 and then comments on Mary being a disciple of Jesus and how Jesus teaches his mother the mysteries of the kingdom.

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Year 3, Day 181: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 30, Paragraphs 702-711 20:55

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 30 of book 4 and then reflects on answers to questions he previously had, the sorrow of the people as the Holy Family leaves Egypt, and a reflection on their home as they return to Nazareth.

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Year 3, Day 180: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 29, Paragraphs 696-701 15:10

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p>Fr Edward Looney reads from chapter 29 of book 4 and comments on significant passages.

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Year 3, Day 179: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 29, Paragraphs 691-695 20:31

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 29 of book 4 and comments on the garment of Jesus and Jesus leading meal prayers for his family.

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Year 3, Day 177: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 27, Paragraphs 672-680 20:18

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 27 of book 4 and then comments on the Holy Innocents and Maria of Agreda's mode of receiving revelations.

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Year 3, Day 176: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 26, Paragraphs 664-671 19:32

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 26 of book 4 and then shares a story about a saint from Egypt, discusses the healings of Mary and Joseph, and encourages us in our care for the sick.

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Year 3, Day 178: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 28, Paragraphs 681-690 12:18

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 28 and then comments on the garment of Jesus.

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Week Seven: On Pilgrimage in the U.S. with Tim O'Malley and Chenele Shaw 1:12:08

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Catholicism is incarnational and tactile. We exist in reality, and so does our faith. Remembering that is essential to growing in our Catholicism, and Timothy P. O’Malley explains how “matter matters” in the places and spaces we worship. This summer, Catholics in the United States will have the chance to experience that incarnational reality on the…

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Year 3, Day 175: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 25, Paragraphs 653-663 26:04

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 25 of book 4 and then comments on the name of the Egyptian city, the trade of Joseph, the work of Our Lady, and the role of prayer in our work day.

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6/23/2024-Jesus, Get In My Boat 9:06

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In his Sunday homily, Fr. Edward Looney preaches about the boat being an image for the Church and the exchange between Jesus and the Apostles as being mirrored in our life.By Fr. Edward Looney

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Year 3, Day 174: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 24, Paragraphs 641-652 24:40

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 24 of book 4 and then comments on the prophecies of Jesus going to Egypt, the destruction of false idols in Egypt, and how Christians created shrines in trees to counteract false gods.

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Year 3, Day 173: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 23, Paragraphs 630-640 24:50

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 23 of book 4 and then comments on difficulties of travel/pilgrimage, the use of Lord for Almighty God, and the answer to whether the baby Jesus spoke interiorly or exteriorly.

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Year 3, Day 172: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 22, Paragraphs 619-629 24:09

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 22 of book 4 and then comments on Mary's desire to return to the cave one last time, Mary's fiat, the warning sent to St. Elizabeth, the tears of Jesus and how St. Joseph receives everything he witnesses.

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Year 3, Day 171: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 21, Paragraphs 613-618 17:02

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 21 of book 4 and then comments on the significance of journeying at night, the content of the four gospels, why God allows free will, and what it might be like to see God face to face.

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Year 3, Day 170: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 21, Paragraphs 606-612 18:31

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 21 of book 4 and then reflects on Mary's novena prayer, her aid in attaining God's will for us, Mary following Joseph, and a beautiful thought for our imaginative prayer.

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Week Six: Forming Young Minds and Serving Those in Need with Fr. Tim Anastos and Kerry Robinson 56:04

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The Church in the U.S. has made a lasting impact on education and social services. From universities and lay apostolates that educate and form young adults to networks of Catholic Charities offices that provide essential help to those in need, Catholicism in the U.S. is not naval-gazing or self-centered. The Church in the U.S. seeks to serve. Fr. T…

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Year 3, Day 169: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 20, Paragraphs 602-605 13:15

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 20 of book 4 and then comments on baby Jesus speaking to Mary, trust in Mary's intercession, and marveling at God's wisdom.

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Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends (Guest: Mary Claire Kendall) 40:04

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Mary Claire Kendall is a Washington-based writer, producer, TV and radio personality, and public speaker. In her book, “Oasis: Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends” she highlights stories of recovery and conversion in the lives of Hollywood legends we know so well.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word

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Year 3, Day 168: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 20, Paragraphs 596-601 16:14

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 20 of book 4 and then offers a reflection on Jesus as the beloved son, the fulfilment of Simeon's mission, and the knowledge of Mary.

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Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends (Guest: Mary Claire Kendall) 40:00

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Mary Claire Kendall is a Washington-based writer, producer, TV and radio personality, and public speaker. In her book, “Oasis: Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends” she highlights stories of recovery and conversion in the lives of Hollywood legends we know so well.By Power and Witness

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6/16/24-Lord, It Is Good to Give Thanks To You 7:33

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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on how it is good to give thanks to the Lord and gives a review of the week to demonstrate prayers of thanksgiving for the Eucharistic Revival, Adele Brice's canonization process, Father's Day, and God's providential care.By Fr. Edward Looney

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Year 3, Day 167: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 19, Paragraphs 585-595 26:29

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 19 of book 4 in its entirety and comments on the purity of Mary, her perpetual virginity, the offering of sacrifice in the temple, the movement of the Holy Spirit, and much more in this jam packed reading and reflection.

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Year 3, Day 166: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 18, Paragraphs 578-584 16:35

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 18 of book 4 and then offers a reflection on the privileges of Mary, the prayers of Jesus, and the poor approaching Our Lady.

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Year 3, Day 165: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 18, Paragraphs 573-577 14:23

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 18 of book 4 and then offers a reflection on the foreshadowing of Mary's mediation of grace and the hospitality a stranger paid to them.

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Year 3, Day 164: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 17, Paragraphs 565-572 17:31

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 17 of book 4 and comments on the significance of the Magi.

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Week Five: Catholicism on the California Coast and in the Colorado Mountains with Stephen J. Binz and JoAnn Seaman 47:46

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St. Junipero Serra evangelized California and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini evangelized Colorado. Their influence extends up and down the West Coast and throughout the Rocky Mountains, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire today. In this episode, Stephen J. Binz, a pilgrimage leader to the California Missions, and JoAnn Seaman, director o…

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Year 3, Day 163: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 16, Paragraphs 559-564 16:09

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 4 and then comments on what is contained in the scriptures versus the Mystical City of God, how honoring Mary is really honoring Jesus, how to tailor the Magnificat to other situations, and the need to cultivate adoration of the real presence.

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Year 3, Day 162: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 16, Paragraphs 552-558 17:22

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 4 and then comments on our knowledge of scripture and the life of the three kings/magi.

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Sacramental Marriage, NFP, and more (Guest: Megan Murphy) 1:27:58

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Megan Murphy carries the message of John Paul II’s Theology of the Body to dioceses through marriage preparation and natural family planning classes, and numerous youth and young adult programs and retreats. Megan resides with her husband of 20 years, Neal, in Dunmore, PA where she homeschools their four beautiful daughters.…

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Year 3, Day 161: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 15, Paragraphs 547-551 18:34

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 15 of book 4 and then reflects on Mary as the Queen of Martyrs and feeling divine effects in our souls.

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Sacramental Marriage, NFP, and more (Guest: Megan Murphy) 1:28:00

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Megan Murphy carries the message of John Paul II’s Theology of the Body to dioceses through marriage preparation and natural family planning classes, and numerous youth and young adult programs and retreats. Megan resides with her husband of 20 years, Neal, in Dunmore, PA where she homeschools their four beautiful daughters.…

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6/9/2024-You Don't Need to Hide Anymore 6:40

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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney preaches about Adam and Eve encountering God in the Garden after hiding. He translates the passage into our own experience of sin and concludes with how the incarnation tells us we no longer need to hide.By Fr. Edward Looney

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Year 3, Day 160: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 15, Paragraphs 540-546 15:53

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Fr. Edward reads from chapter 15 of book 4 and then comments on the sacredness of places in the Holy Land.

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Year 3, Day 159: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 14, Paragraphs 530-539 24:10

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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 14 of book 4 and comments on Mary's closeness to Christ's sacrifice and suffering, relics, and our meditation on the mystery of redemption.

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Year 3, Day 158: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 13, Paragraphs 522-529 17:35

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Fr. Edward finishes reading chapter 13 of book 4 and then comments on the name of Jesus.

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Year 3, Day 157: Volume 2, Book 4, Chapter 13, Paragraphs 513-521 19:55

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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 13 of book 4 and reflects on the Circumcision of Jesus and the Holy Family's obedience to the Law.

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Week Four: Southern Suffering and Sanctity with Fr. Korey LaVergne and Sr. Mary Michael Fox, OP 1:40:35

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From the inspiring faith of little Charlene Richard, a twelve-year-old girl who died of Leukemia and is now on the path to canonization, to the enduring resilience of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia during the Civil War and the culture wars of today, Catholicism in the South is far from just a cultural norm—it embodies a story of suffering and…