Best The Faith Explained With Cale Clarke Learning The Catholic Faith Podcasts (2024)

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Will Only 144,000 People Be Saved? (Revelation 7:1-8) 27:15

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In Revelation 7, we see that there are 144,000 people from the tribes of Israel who are sealed. What is the seal? Are the 144,000 people a literal number? Perhaps you’ve had a Jehovah’s Witness tell you this. Cale explains why the 144,000 is not literal and how you can be triumphant with Christ.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Why Hasn’t Jesus Returned Yet? (Revelation 6:9-17) 27:45

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Martyrs, a blood-red moon, a great day of wrath, and what YOU can do to hasten the Lord’s coming. Cale continues to unpack the Book of Revelation.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse (Revelation 6:1-8) 27:48

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Who are the four horsemen and what do the symbols mean that surround them? Cale breaks down Revelation 6:1-8 and explains what it can mean for you today.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Scroll and the Lamb (Revelation 5:1-14) 27:14

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A lamb “standing as if it had been slain, with seven horns and seven eyes”, strong enough to open the seven seals of God’s judgment scroll. What does this tell us about Christ? What are the golden bowls full of incense and what do they reveal about the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass? It’s all here in this episode of The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke…

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St. John’s Vision (Revelation 4:1-11) 27:45

4d ago27:45

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St. John’s vision in Revelation 4 is filled with many images: a throne, 24 elders, 4 living creatures, a glassy sea, and more. What does it all mean? Plus, is there any validity to the concept of a “rapture”? Cale breaks it all down on this episode of TFE.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Lukewarm Laodiceans (Revelation 3:14-22) 28:15

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The famous “Lukewarm Laodiceans” of the Book of Revelation. It’s the last of the 7 letters of Jesus to the 7 churches — and the most powerful message for Catholics in the West.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Message to Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13) 28:15

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What is the “key of David” and what does it reveal about Jesus, as well as the papacy? And what does it mean to be a pillar in the temple of God? Plus, Jesus commended the Philadelphians and did not rebuke them for anything. Tune in to hear Cale explain on TFE.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Wake Up! (Revelation 3:1-6) 27:44

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The message that Jesus had for Sardis applies to us today – to you. Temptations abound in this life, but we must remain vigilant. Cale unpacks this letter on this episode of The Faith Explained.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Letter to Thyatira (Revelation 2:18-29) 28:00

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Who is “Jezebel”? What, or rather, who, is the “Morning Star”? What Jesus had to say to the Christian communities in the first century He has to say to you, too. Cale explains on this episode of The Faith Explained.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Remaining Faithful to God 28:00

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What is the “hidden manna” referred to in Revelation 2:17? And what is the “white stone”? Plus, the importance of remaining faithful to God even when faced with temptations and trials.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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To the Church in Pergamum (Revelation 2:12-17 ) 27:00

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Continuing the series “Unlocking the book of Revelation”, Cale addresses the ten days of persecution mentioned to Smyrna, as well as what is meant by “the crown of life”. He also discusses the letter to the Church in Pergamum and the importance of staying faithful to the teaching of Christ.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Letter to the Church at Smyrna (Revelation 2:8-11) 28:00

9d ago28:00

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In this letter, Jesus encourages the persecuted Church. Did you know that some of the early Christians were called Atheists by the Romans? Why? Plus, Cale shares the remarkable story of the martyrdom of Polycarp. And what is the “synagogue of Satan” referred to in the text? Continuing “Unlocking the Book of Revelation” series.…

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The Head, Heart, and Hands (Revelation 2:4-7) 28:00

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Who are the Nicolaitans? And why does the Lord commend the church in Ephesus for hating their practices? Plus, Cale gives an in-depth look at the city of Ephesus during the time this letter was written.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Letter to Ephesus (Revelation 1:17-2:4) 28:00

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Continuing through the Book of Revelation, we see today Jesus Himself address seven churches. In this episode we look at what Jesus says to the church in Ephesus — and what the Lord has to say to you, too.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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A Revealing Image of Jesus (Revelation 1:13-16) 28:15

21d ago28:15

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We see in Revelation an image of Jesus with eyes like fire, a sword issuing from His mouth, hair white as wool, and He is holding seven stars in His right hand. What does it all mean? Cale explains on this episode of The Faith Explained.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Christ the Light of the World (Revelation 1:8-13) 28:15

22d ago28:15

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What is “the Lord’s Day”? What are the ”seven golden lampstands”? How does the Book of Daniel shed light on the Book of Revelation?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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A Kingdom and Priests to Serve God (Revelation 1:1-7) 28:00

23d ago28:00

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After looking at the historical and literary context in which the Book of Revelation was written, Cale begins to dig into the text itself, looking at Revelation 1:1-7. Right away, we see titles and images of Jesus that hearken back to the Old Testament, and we catch a glimpse of what is to come. We also see the importance of the priesthood that all…

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The Book of Revelation and the Catholic Mass 27:30

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What does the Book of Revelation in the Bible have to do with the Catholic Mass? Plus, did the end of the world already happen? It’s Day 2 of the series “Unlocking the Book of Revelation”. Join Cale on this exciting journey through Scripture and learn how this mysterious text applies to your everyday life.…

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Setting the Stage: The Historical Backdrop of Revelation 28:15

25d ago28:15

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This is the first episode in the new series, “Unlocking the Book of Revelation”. In this episode Cale explains one of the keys to better understanding this book in Sacred Scripture and gives an in-depth look at the historical context in which St. John wrote it.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: Sexuality (Part II) 26:54

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What was the original experience of man and woman that St John Paul II said was the “key” to understanding God’s plan? Why does the enemy want to “counterfeit” the sacraments, and marriage in particular? Cale deals with these questions and more in this final episode of the miniseries.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: Sexuality 28:00

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Today’s culture rails at the Bible’s view of sex and marriage. Is the Old Covenant hopelessly out of date? Is morality malleable? Let’s look back to the beginning — through Jesus’ eyes — to see God’s blueprint for relationships.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: Divine Violence (Part II) 27:43

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Given the violence in the Old Testament, many wrongly believe the God of the Old Testament is different than the God of Jesus Christ. The truth is that God always fights against evil, just in different ways throughout salvation history.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: God and Violence (Part I) 26:15

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Is God a “moral monster”, as one writer alleges when looking at the violence in the Old Testament? If God commands, “Thou shalt not kill”, then why all the killing in God’s name?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: History (Part II) 27:15

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What’s the evidence OUTSIDE the Bible for the Exodus and Conquest of the Holy Land? You’ll just have to “stele” yourself for the results! Biblical minimalists, beware!By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: History—Did The Exodus Really Happen, and Does it Matter? 20:14

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In this episode, Cale explains the rise of the “Minimalists” who question the historicity of Old Covenant events like the Exodus and the conquest of the promised land. Do their ideas hold any water? What’s at stake if they’re right?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: Evolution (Part II) 19:43

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Cale looks at which elements of modern evolutionary theory are compatible with Scripture and Catholic doctrine, and which are not — which is a separate question from whether or not evolution is the best scientific explanation for human origins.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Old Covenant Controversies: Evolution 20:44

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Cale begins our new mini-series with a look at evolution. Is the Bible out of step with modern science? How should we understand the Creation narrative in Scripture? Learn how science and faith aren’t in conflict but complement one another.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part IX) 19:43

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Our series concludes with a look at the First Letter of Peter. Did Peter himself even write this? If so, does Peter really say that he’s “no big deal”, and that he has no more authority than any other apostle or bishop?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part VIII) 26:45

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St. Paul rebukes St. Peter. In public! Was Peter wrong? Yes. Does this mean the papacy, or papal infallibility, for that matter, isn’t true? Not a chance. Listen in to find out why!By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part VII) 27:40

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St. Paul visits St. Peter for 15 days soon after his conversion. Why? Not only for Paul to get caught up on what Jesus’ earthly life was like, but to show deference and to submit to Pope Peter’s leadership of the Church.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part VI) 27:45

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The Acts of the Apostles, the Bible’s early Church history book, shows how St Peter was the undisputed leader of the early Church, and presided over the “Council of Jerusalem”.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part V) 27:46

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Jesus, Peter, and a net full of 153 fish. What does it mean? Plus: the poignant threefold restoration of Peter as chief shepherd over a charcoal fire. It’s John 21.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part IV) 27:45

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Jesus the Good Shepherd wants his Church as one flock, with one shepherd. The visible unity of the Catholic Church is a sign to the world of the truth of the Gospel. Truly, sometimes people “have to see it to believe it”.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part III) 27:30

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Explore Matthew 16 with Cale Clarke as he shows why Jesus picked Caesarea Philippi as the place to rename Simon as Peter (“The Rock”) and give him the Keys of the Kingdom of Heaven.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy (Part II) 27:43

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Did you know that Jesus’ teaching on the Papacy is prefigured in the Old Testament? Cale looks at the origins of the symbol of the keys, and how they unlock our understanding of the papal office.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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The Biblical Roots of the Papacy 27:14

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In Part I of this miniseries, Cale looks at the role of Peter himself in the New Testament as leader among the Twelve.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Sacraments in Scripture (Part Four) 28:15

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Cale looks at the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick in Sacred Scripture. Who can receive this sacrament?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Sacraments in Scripture (Part Three) 28:15

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Cale looks at the sacrament of Holy Orders in both the Old Testament and the New Testament.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Sacraments in Scripture (Part Two) 28:15

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Cale looks at the sacrament of marriage in both the Old Testament and New Testament.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Sacraments in Scripture (Part One) 27:14

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In this episode, Cale looks at 4 of the 7 sacraments - Baptism, Confession, the Eucharist, and Confirmation - and where they are in the Bible.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Coronation of Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth 27:45

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Cale looks at the Old Testament’s description of the queen mother in Israel and how Mary fulfills this role as the mother of Jesus. Who is the woman clothed with the sun in the Book of Revelation?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Assumption of Mary 26:15

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Did the Catholic Church invent the doctrine of Mary being assumed body and soul into heaven, especially since it didn’t become doctrinal until 1950? What does the Assumption have to do with the immaculate conception? Cale looks at the biblical roots of this fourth glorious mystery of the rosary.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Descent of the Holy Spirit 28:15

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Cale looks at the Old Testament roots of Pentecost and the parallels between God giving the law to the Israelites on Mt. Sinai and the descent of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost as described in the Acts of the Apostles. Cale also looks at how the giving of the Spirit reverses the curse from the Tower of Babel in the book of Genesis.…

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Ascension 27:14

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Cale explains how the notion of Jesus floating away into the heavens is completely backward from the reality. He also looks at objections that Jesus ascended bodily into heaven. What does the ascension mean for your life?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Resurrection 27:14

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The first glorious mystery. Cale looks at 5 facts that have to be accounted for regarding the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Crucifixion and Death of Our Lord 28:15

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What did crucifixion look like in the ancient world? Did Jesus die on the cross? Cale looks at multiple historical sources outside of the Bible that mention the death of Jesus on the cross. What does Christ’s death on the cross mean for us? Why did God suffer and die in the person of Jesus Christ?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Carrying of the Cross 28:15

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What was the shape of the cross on which Jesus was crucified? Was it a “T” or “X” shaped cross? What is the “Alexamenos graffito”? Who is Simon of Cyrene and why did he get selected to carry the cross of Jesus?By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: Scourging at the Pillar & Crowning with Thorns 28:15

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What did a Roman flogging look like? Why was Jesus handed over in the first place? Who was really at the praetorium when Jesus was in front of Pilate? Cale continues to look at the biblical roots of the rosary by looking at two of the ‘sorrowful mysteries’ – the scourging at the pillar and the crowning of thorns.…

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Agony in the Garden 28:15

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Cale looks at Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane: did he actually sweat blood? How could he be afraid if he is God? Cale also looks at Jesus’s nature, his acceptance of the Father’s will, and compares this to Adam in Eden.By The Faith Explained with Cale Clarke - Learning the Catholic Faith

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Biblical Roots of the Rosary: The Institution of the Eucharist 27:00

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Cale looks at the Last Supper narrative in the Gospel of Luke alongside the ancient liturgy of the first Passover in the Book of Exodus. How was the Last Supper celebrated? ‘Do this in remembrance of me’ means more than recalling the event: it means making it present and participating in it. Cale breaks down what this means.…

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