Each week, Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC, director of the Association of Marian Helpers, examines in-depth an essential element of faith and morals that Catholics are called to proclaim, live, and celebrate. With wisdom, wit, and infectious enthusiasm, Fr. Chris digs deep into the richness, beauty, and truth of the faith that continues to transform hearts and lead people to God. May this podcast encourage your love of our Lord and love of your neighbor, especially of your brethren in the Church.
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Welcome to “Father Chris Explains” – short audio teachings on important topics within our Catholic faith. These were all originally part of the popular EWTN television series, “Living Divine Mercy” and we’re happy to share them now in audio form.
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"By means of the homily the mysteries of the faith and the guiding principles of the Christian life are expounded from the sacred text..." (Sacrosanctum Concilium, 52). In this podcast Fr. Chris Masla, Catholic priest of the diocese of Richmond, VA, shares his Sunday homily week after week.
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Selected homilies, presentations, and talks of Fr. Christopher Stanish, Pastor of St. Teresa of Avila in Valparaiso, Indiana.
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These audio recordings are primarily the sermons and Bible teachings of Fr. Patrick Malone of Holy Cross Anglican Church near Milwaukee.
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Jesus said, "Whoever wishes to come after Me, must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow Me" (Matthew 16:24). This is what Christians have been trying to do for centuries: to become like Christ. The old expression was "imitating Christ"; now we say, "following Christ," walking in His footsteps, to become like Him. Join Fr. Joe Roesch, MIC, as he reads the spiritual classic, "The Imitation of Christ," from beginning to end. It was written in the 1400s, yet sounds like it was written yes ...
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Praying with Scripture: Christian Contemplation and Meditation in the Ignation Tradition with Fr. Timothy Gallagher - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcast
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Are angels real? How can we better receive their help? Can I name my Guardian Angel? Must we believe in their existence? What does the Bible say? For the answers to these questions and to hear amazing stories about the presence of angels in the lives of ordinary people, watch this new episode of “Living Divine Mercy” with Fr. Chris Alar, MIC. Becom…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/081824.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Mary's 10 Virtues in the Bible: You Will Get to Heaven! Explaining the Faith w/Fr. Chris Alar
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Where is Mary in the Bible? Here are the virtues we need to get to Heaven, all shown by Mary in the Bible. Also, learn about the amazing video taken personally by Fr. Chris Alar showing the evidence of Mary's intercession. To watch "Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar," visit Divine Mercy Plus! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine …
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St. Philomena: The Only Saint to Ever Have This!
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One of the most beloved saints from antiquity is St. Philomena. With some of the most amazing miracles ever known, numerous popes and saints have invoked her intercession, but did she really exist? What do we know about her and why is she so important? Fr. Chris Alar explains. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brou…
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The "Domestic Church" is a little-known term but is of extreme importance. So much so, that if we lose it, society will cease to exist. In this week’s episode, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, shares the Church’s teaching on the definition of the term and what it means for Catholics. He also shares an incredible example of a town that you wouldn’t believe stil…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/081124.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080424.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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As the anniversary of Roe v Wade approaches, Fr. Chris discusses the pro-life teachings of the Church (why the Church is pro-life) and shares the powerful story of how Divine Mercy helped one woman to heal from her decision to end her unwanted pregnancy. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!…
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Our Lady of Czestochowa & the Black Madonnas: Miraculous! Explaining the Faith w/Fr. Chris Alar
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We have all seen images of Mary, but why are some black? And what is the miraculous story of Our Lady of Czestochowa and why do we need to know about it? Fr. Chris Alar answers these questions and more. Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our Ministries! Fair Use Policy Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to…
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Many are (rightfully so) frustrated with the lack of reverence and adherence to doctrine at some Catholic Masses today. However, is SSPX (Society of St. Pius X) founded by Archbishop Lefebvre the answer? Can a Catholic validly attend one of their Masses or receive their sacraments? Are they in schism or not? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain this as well…
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What is the meaning of the meaning of the Wedding Feast at Cana and why does it explain Mary's role of intercession? Fr. Chris Alar discusses this and presents the most incredible story of Zion Clark, who you won't believe when you see. Join us for this powerful episode of Living Divine Mercy. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholi…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072824.cfm 2024 National Eucharistic Congress recordings: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9CQlldupc5-TAMz3fOlJwyBO3zWLQFVvBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Most Important Virtues to Get to Heaven
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How to Get to Heaven? Answer: Grace. But we HAVE to cooperate with that grace. And how we do is by living the virtues. Among all the virtues, what are the most important? Hear Fr. Chris explain the Cardinal Virtues of Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance as well as the Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Love. Are you enjoying this podca…
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In this episode, Fr. Chris explains what the Epiphany is and why it is so important. This forgotten feast is full of graces - learn how to receive what God wants to give us. Also, a touching story of a little girl who had a big impact on those in her life. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!…
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As Christians are we required to “forgive and forget?” Fr. Chris shares the answer to this question and enlightens us to exactly what asked of us from God and the mercy to be gained (for ourselves and for others) from forgiving. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!…
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Brown Scapular: Mt. Carmel & Fatima
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The Brown Scapular is one of the most highly recommended Marian devotions of all time. Do Christians have to wear it? What does it mean and what promises are given from Heaven for those who do? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain the brown scapular and what was said at Fatima about it. Did Fatima require it? Find out... Are you enjoying this podcast? I inv…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071424.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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How do we respond when non-Catholics say that Mary must have had sin because then she wouldn't need a Savior? How do we respond when they say that the bible says, "All people have sinned"? Learn how to explain the Immaculate Conception, the patronal feast day of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. And what is the connection to Divine M…
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There are many devotions and titles for Mary, but perhaps one of the most powerful is "Undoer of Knots." This devotion has worked in Fr. Chris' life more than any other and he will share with you the history and meaning of this important aid given to us by Jesus through His mother. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/070724.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Christians since the first century have prayed for the dead. In this episode, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC discusses why Purgatory exists and how we can know this based on scripture and experiences of the saints. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!By Marian Fathers
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Confession is not enough. If we find ourselves committing recurring sins, we may have opened a portal in our past to allow the spirits of lust, greed, anger, envy, addiction, etc. into our present life. Things such as drugs, sex, lying, etc. can be those portals from the past that we need to renounce and close today in order to not lose our soul. A…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/063024.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains how private revelation to the three children in Fatima, Portugal, compares to the experience of St. Faustina, especially the ongoing importance of First Saturday devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/062324.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Jesus Himself appeared to Sr. Maria Faustina Kowalska, a simple, uneducated nun in Poland, and advised her to record their conversations and messages in a diary, to inspire others to trust in Him and His Divine Mercy. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/061624.cfm The Hillbilly Thomists "Good Tree": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2RRz7w3s0gBy Fr. Chris Masla
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We all know of John the Baptist, but that is only part of the story. What was his true message and what makes him the most unique saint after Mary and Joseph? Hear fascinating facts from Chris Alar that you haven't heard before. Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our Ministries Fair Use Policy Are you enjoying this…
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Since every single grace comes from prayer, we need to make it part of our busy lives. Father Chris Alar, MIC, suggests the four best times for prayer: when we wake up, at meals, when receiving the Sacraments, and before we go to sleep. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!…
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060924.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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The suffering that we think God is imposing on us is really us doing it to ourselves, Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains. Often it isn’t until we are finally brought to our knees that we finally discover our need for God. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!…
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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060224.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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The Story of St. Michael: Why you Need Him!
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Who are the Angels and why did God create them? What do we know about them and how? Why is St. Michael given a special role and why do you need him? Fr. Chris answers these questions and tells the most incredible story about St. Michael who saved the life of a soldier. Also, he prays the ORIGINAL St. Michael prayer! Are you enjoying this podcast? I…
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Jesus gave us five new channels of grace to awaken the world to the devotion to Divine Mercy. Father Chris Alar, MIC, defines them as F.I.N.C.H.: the Divine Mercy Feast, Image, Novena, Chaplet, and Hour. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!By Marian Fathers
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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, 2024
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052624.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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In Divine Mercy, God gave us a blueprint to get to Heaven. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains the ABCs: Ask for God’s Mercy, Be Merciful to Each Other, and Completely Trust in God’s Mercy. Become a Marian Helper! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!By Marian Fathers
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052823-Day.cfm The Lion King - Remember Who You Are full scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmWKvvXzlygBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, 2024
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051224-Ascension.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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San Nicolas: A Message from Heaven for the Youth!
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One of the more recent approved apparitions (approved in 2016) details Heaven's message about the Rosary and most importantly what the youth need to know. Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain what this message given in Argentina means to us today. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the…
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Proof that God Exists: Back to Seminary
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Is there either scientific proof or philosophical proof that God exists? Hear Fr. Chris Alar teach what he learned in seminary from St. Thomas Aquinas and others and how to explain how God must exist. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily …
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What Did Jesus Do in the Tomb and What "hell" Did he Descend to?
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The Apostles Creed states that Jesus "Descended into hell." What does that mean? Was it the hell of the damned or some other place? And what did he do when he came? What was the purpose of his visit and whom did he encounter? Fr. Chris Alar shows you what the Church has taught on this matter for centuries. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite yo…
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Welcome to “Father Chris Explains” – short audio teachings on important topics within our Catholic faith. These were all originally part of the popular EWTN television series, “Living Divine Mercy” and we’re happy to share them now in audio form.By Marian Fathers
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/050524.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042824.cfm Basilica of San Clemente: https://basilicasanclemente.com/eng/By Fr. Chris Masla
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042124.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041424.cfm Book referenced in homily: https://www.amazon.com/Case-Jesus-Biblical-Historical-Evidence/dp/0770435483By Fr. Chris Masla
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/033124.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032924.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Holy Thursday - Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper, 2024
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Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032824-Supper.cfmBy Fr. Chris Masla
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Scientific Proof of Christ's Crucifixion and How He Suffered
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Surprisingly, many people still believe that Jesus was not actually crucified on a cross or suffered as much as we are told. What does the actual scientific proof say about it? What really happened to Jesus on the way to Calvary? Fr. Chris Alar explains. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Maria…
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