Parhaat Catholicism Podcastit (2025)

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Creative Catholicism - Mary For A Fragile World - Episode 3 - Mary and Mission 6:44

4h ago6:44

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In this episode of Mary for a Fragile World, Father James Grant explores the theme of “Mary and Mission,” reflecting on how Mary’s humble and faithful “yes” to God serves as the foundation and model for Christian mission. Drawing on the teachings of the Second Vatican Council and scripture, he emphasises that mission is not only about helping other…

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OCIA: The Four Marian Dogmas (#402) 24:05

2d ago24:05

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Why do Catholics make such a big deal about Mary? For many Protestants exploring Catholicism, the Blessed Virgin is the last hill to climb. In this episode, Greg dives into the four Marian dogmas—Mother of God, Perpetual Virginity, Immaculate Conception, and Assumption—through the lens of Mary as the New Eve. Discover how her r…

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102 - Common Questions about the Bible Pt. 1 30:21

9d ago30:21

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How did the Church decide which books to include in the Bible? Why are Catholic Bibles bigger than Protestant Bibles? Should we read the Old Testament? How do I read the Bible? In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the Bible by addressing common questions about the Bible. This podcast relies 100% on the generosity of listeners. If you hav…

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Trailer | Looking Through Her Catholic Eyes 3:01

13d ago3:01

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Looking for a Catholic podcast hosted by your peers instead of your mentors? Looking Through Her Catholic Eyes is a weekly podcast that touches on all kinds of topics surrounding Catholicism, from what the Eucharist is to people’s conversion journeys. We’ll also have episodes with people from other denominations and religions, all discussed by peop…

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Dante and St Augustine by Dr Robert Royal 1:02:56

25d ago1:02:56

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Dr Robert Royal at our 2025 Fall Conference: The Divine Word in Human Words,Theology as PoetryKirjoittanut Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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OCIA: The Communion of the Saints (#401) 24:13

4d ago24:13

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In this episode of OCIA: The Bridge to Rome, we unpack the communion of saints—the living, eternal family that unites the Church on earth with the triumphant saints in heaven. Drawing from the Apostles’ Creed and Scripture (Hebrews 12:1, Revelation 5:8, Luke 16:19-31), we show how the “dead” are truly alive in Christ, aware and…

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400th Anniversary Episode: Big Plans for the Future! (#400) 42:04

6d ago42:04

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In this milestone 400th episode, Greg and Ed celebrate at the Secret Compound, munching on gas station pizza and sipping celebratory beverages. They reflect on the incredible journey of Considering Catholicism, from its humble beginnings to a podcast that’s touched countless lives, including Ed’s ongoing path toward Catholicism…

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Creative Catholicism - Mary For A Fragile World - Episode 2 - Mary In Action - The Hidden Path 11:34

7d ago11:34

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Father James Grant explores Mary’s quiet humility and how her hidden faith reveals God in everyday life. He contrasts her selfless example with modern self-importance, urging listeners to take responsibility for their actions and serve others through small, unseen acts of love.Kirjoittanut creativecatholicism

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 28 - Wrestling with God 7:05

7d ago7:05

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Father James Grant explores how fear and hardship can test our faith and prayer life. Through a story of a desperate father and reflections on the saints, he shows that struggling with God is part of faith—and that the Holy Spirit restores our trust and communication with him.Kirjoittanut creativecatholicism

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Why Proving God Misses the Point: A Fresh Look at Belief (#399) 26:33

9d ago26:33

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Can you prove God exists like a math theorem? Greg shares his journey from a debate-obsessed college kid to a Catholic who sees belief differently. In this episode, he challenges the idea that faith is about airtight arguments, exploring five compelling reasons to believe—from the universe’s beginning to humanity’s universal se…

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Catholic Social Teaching: Rorschach Test or Roadmap? (#398) 30:10

11d ago30:10

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Catholic Social Teaching, rooted in Pope Leo XIII’s 1891 encyclical Rerum Novarum, is meant to guide Catholics in building a just society, but today it’s often a battleground for political agendas. In this episode, Greg reflects on preparing a lecture for his Catholic adult education course, exploring why CST divides progressiv…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 27 - Trinity Verses Chaos 8:16

12d ago8:16

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In episode 27 of Thinking Out Loud, titled “Trinity versus Chaos,” Father James Grant explains the Christian belief in one God as three equal persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and contrasts this divine community with today’s individualistic, disconnected culture. He argues that the Trinity reveals both the nature of God and humanity’s calling to…

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OCIA: Step Into Sacred Space – A Tour of the Catholic Church (#397) 32:17

13d ago32:17

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In this follow-up to episode #396 in the OCIA: The Bridge to Rome series, Greg takes listeners on a virtual tour of a Catholic church, revealing how its consecrated spaces—from the narthex’s sacred pause to the sanctuary’s holy altar—incarnate the Mass’s eternal worship. Through personal stories, like his clash with a megachurc…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 26 - Estrangement From Ourselves 8:16

14d ago8:16

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Father James Grant reflects on ageing, loss, and faith, challenging the idea of old age as a carefree “golden time.” Sharing the story of his late wife Dolores, he explores how suffering and loss can become paths to spiritual renewal. Drawing on Christ’s passion, he suggests that as we let go of worldly attachments and self-centered desires, we gro…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 25 - Betrayal 9:58

16d ago9:58

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In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Father James Grant explores the universal reality of betrayal, from the failures of the disciples to modern examples in society and the Church. He reminds listeners that betrayal is part of human nature but that forgiveness—honest, humble, and responsible—is the path to healing and renewal. For Catholics, betra…

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OCIA: The Mass: A Portal to Eternal Worship (#396) 43:04

16d ago43:04

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In this episode of the "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome" series, Greg explores the Catholic Mass as the central act of worship, explaining its purposes, structure, and profound biblical roots. He contrasts it with Protestant services, highlighting how the Mass engages the whole person—mind, heart, and body—while saturating participant…

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Natural Law: Why the Church Cares About Your Past Vows (#395) 27:31

18d ago27:31

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] When a Protestant or non-Catholic wants to join the Catholic Church, they often hit a surprising snag: If they’re divorced and remarried, the Church requires an annulment for that first marriage—even if it wasn’t Catholic. Why? In this episode, Greg dives into listener questions about this tough scenario, explaining why the Chu…

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OCIA: Scripture and Tradition (#394) 23:19

20d ago23:19

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome: Scripture, Tradition, and the Catholic Bible" explores how God’s revelation flows through Sacred Scripture and Tradition, guarded by the Magisterium. Greg shares his journey from Protestant sola scriptura to embracing the Catholic Bible’s 73-book canon, including the deuterocanonicals, rooted in the S…

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What's Up With Ed the Protestant? (#393) 36:28

23d ago36:28

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ONATE WITH PAYPAL] Join Greg and Ed the Protestant at the secret compound in the Piney Woods for a heartfelt and candid conversation as Ed shares a long-awaited update on his journey toward Catholicism. With the 400th episode of Considering Catholicism approaching, Ed reflects on nearly four years of exploring the faith alongside listeners, respond…

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No Bad News = No Good News: The Cost of Soft-Pedaling Sin (#392) 38:14

25d ago38:14

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Greg and Ed the Protestant dive into a lively discussion about the fading concept of sin in contemporary Protestant and Evangelical churches. They explore how the gospel’s power hinges on the reality of bad news—sin’s eternal consequences—before the good news can shine. Ed shares his recent experiences at a modern evangelical c…

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Dante and the Poetry of Incarnation by Dr Jason baxter 1:05:15

25d ago1:05:15

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Dr Jason Baxter at our 2025 Fall Conference: The Divine Word in Human Words,Theology as PoetryKirjoittanut Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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OCIA: The Creeds, a Summary of the Gospel (#391) 28:32

27d ago28:32

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] This episode in the series "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome" dives into the Apostles’ and Nicene Creeds as vibrant summaries of the Gospel. Greg shares his journey from a deconstructed Evangelical hipster “fellowship” to embracing the Creeds’ role in guarding the apostolic faith against heresies, drawing from the Catechism and early C…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 24 - Agro 6:43

28d ago6:43

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In this episode, Father James Grant shares a story about a difficult person named Tony, who refused to take responsibility for his actions and blamed others for his problems. Using this encounter, Father Grant reflects on human selfishness and the Christian call to serve others and approach life with childlike humility. Despite frustration, he conc…

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Holy Spirit Part 2: Catholic Mysticism and Miracles (#390) 36:22

1M ago36:22

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Greg delves deeper into the Catholic mystical tradition, defining mysticism as a profound union with God and tracing its history from early Church fathers to modern saints. Highlighting figures like St. Hildegard of Bingen, St. Teresa of Ávila, St. John of the Cross, St. Padre Pio, St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi, and St. J…

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Holy Spirit, Part 1: Speaking in Tongues and Slain in the Spirit? A Catholic Take on Pentecostalism (#389) 33:33

1M ago33:33

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Kirjoittanut Greg Smith

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OCIA: The Holy Spirit and the Seven Sacraments (#388) 23:20

1M ago23:20

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Kirjoittanut Greg Smith

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 23 - Seen and Not Heard 6:22

1M ago6:22

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In this episode, Father James Grant argues that the Catholic Church in Australia is being pressured to stay silent and avoid public influence. He urges Catholics to resist watering down their beliefs for acceptance, drawing on the example of Jesus’ rejection and Pope John Paul II’s boldness. The Church, he says, must speak the truth openly, even in…

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BONUS: Made in His Image & Likeness (Theology of the Body) 33:42

1M ago33:42

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What does it mean to be human? If we’re made in His image and likeness, what does God look like? What does God sound like? Join us for this BONUS episode of Catholicism 101 as we discover how our human wants and needs reflect certain truths about God and his love for us! “I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!…

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Noah's Ark to Peter's Boat: Typology in the Sistine Ceiling (#387) 16:07

1M ago16:07

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Building on his episode about Michelangelo's Creation of Adam (#385, "God's Finger"), Greg shifts focus to the nearby Deluge panel on the Sistine Chapel ceiling, where Noah's Ark resembles a Roman basilica, symbolizing the Church as salvation in a perishing world. Contrasting modern views of the Church as a social club or cultu…

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101 - The Books of the Bible: The New Testament Pt. 3 24:42

1M ago24:42

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In this episode, we conclude our overview of the Bible by looking at the 7 catholic epistles, and the book of Revelation. The aim of these episodes is to provide us with a bird's-eye view of the whole Bible, to help equip us to begin reading it, or to read it more deeply. In this episode, we'll look at the following books: Hebrews James 1 and 2 Pet…

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OCIA: The Catholic Church (#386) 12:49

1M ago12:49

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Greg continues the series "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome" by exploring the Church as Christ’s living Body and instrument of grace. Discover its nature as the Body of Christ, People of God, and Temple of the Holy Spirit, its threefold mission, hierarchical structure, and four marks, drawing from Scripture, the Catechism, and Lumen Ge…

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God's Finger: Are We Saved By Our Own Works? (#385) 29:46

1M ago29:46

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Dive into Michelangelo's iconic Creation of Adam fresco and uncover how it flips the secular view of religion as humanity's quest for the divine. Greg explores the Christian narrative of God reaching down to redeem a fallen world, debunking misconceptions about Catholicism as "works-based" salvation. Using the metaphor of a dro…

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Creative Catholicism - Mary For A Fragile World - Episode 1 - What Is This Mary Thing 16:21

1M ago16:21

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Mary for a Fragile World with Father James Grant opens with an exploration of Mary’s place in Catholic life and why devotion to her remains vital today. In this first episode, Father James reflects on Mary’s quiet strength, her example of humility, and her ability to guide us toward God through the ordinary and the small. Drawing on personal storie…

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Feminine Genius: Catholic Ideals for Bold Women (#384) 33:57

2M ago33:57

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Building on the chivalry episode's exploration of masculine ideals, Greg humbly unpacks the complementary feminine genius as by St. John Paul II in four key qualities—receptivity, sensitivity, generosity, and maternity—and integration with bold action through scriptural quotes and teachings. He integrates these concepts with ex…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 22 - Transcendence - Making My Life Work 8:17

2M ago8:17

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In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Father James Grant reflects on the Feast of the Ascension and its deeper meaning of human transcendence. He contrasts society’s pursuit of fame, recognition, and control—even through destructive means like pornography—with the Catholic vision of transcendence rooted in generosity, humility, and service. True fu…

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OCIA: Jesus Christ, the Main Character (#383) 12:13

2M ago12:13

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome" continues by focusing one the main character in the Gospel story: Jesus Christ. Delve into the Incarnation—Jesus as fully divine and human in hypostatic union—and His redemptive mission through life, death, resurrection, and ascension, with insights from Scripture and the Catechism. Greg contrasts Cat…

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Steel and Sanctity: The Medieval Ideal of Christian Manhood (#382) 34:59

2M ago34:59

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Greg explores the medieval Catholic ideal of chivalry—a powerful blend of manly courage, martial skill, and Christian virtue aimed at defending the vulnerable and imitating Christ. He defines the term's origins and meaning, drawing on etymology and historical context. Featuring quotations from sources like Ramon Llull's "Book o…

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OCIA: The Gospel Story (#381) 20:01

2M ago20:01

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome" continues by describing the Gospel story of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration. Greg unpacks the grand narrative of salvation history as the foundation of the Catholic faith. Explore how the Bible's story—from Genesis' perfect creation through the Fall, God's redemptive covenants, and Jesus' …

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Dying in Grace: Sacraments, Prayers, and the Catholic Art of a Happy Death (#380) 30:34

2M ago30:34

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In this sequel to “The Art of Dying, Then and Now” (#379), Greg delves deeply into the Catholic concept of a "good death," drawing from the Catechism and tradition. He explains how death is transformed by Christ, details the essential sacraments like reconciliation, anointing, and viaticum, and covers practices such as prayers …

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100 - The Books of the Bible: The New Testament Pt. 2 27:39

2M ago27:39

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GUYS IT'S OUR 100TH EPISODE!!! In this episode, we continue our overview of the Bible by looking at the 13 Pauline Epistles. We consider when each letter was written and why, and what its key aims and themes are. The aim of these episodes is to provide us with a bird's-eye view of the whole Bible, to help equip us to begin reading it, or to read it…

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The Art of Dying, Then and Now (#379) 31:52

2M ago31:52

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In this episode, Greg explores the stark contrasts between the medieval Catholic guide "Ars Moriendi" and contemporary secular books on "The Art of Dying." He breaks down the historical steps for a faithful death—overcoming temptations, sacraments, and communal rituals—against modern focuses on autonomy, pain management, and le…

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OCIA: Basic Catholic Prayers (#378) 19:38

2M ago19:38

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Learn why set prayers and saint intercessions enrich heartfelt devotion, with Catechism quotes and saint insights, then explore essentials like Our Father and Hail Mary with origins and uses. Greg contrasts with evangelical spontaneous emphases, reflecting on unity. This episode equips your OCIA prayer life, bridging words to d…

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OCIA: The Catechism of the Catholic Church (#377) 23:07

2M ago23:07

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Another installment of the series "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome." In this episode, Greg introduces the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC). Discover the CCC’s history as John Paul II’s "sure norm," its four-pillar structure (Creed, Sacraments, Morality, Prayer), unmatched value for authoritative answers, and versatile use in stu…

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E23: The Mystery of Mary at the Cross 43:19

2M ago43:19

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Why does the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows fall the day after we celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross? How is the birth of Jesus and his Presentation at the Temple connected with his mother being present at the foot of his cross? Join us for the newest episode of Catholicism 101 as we reflect on the Mystery of Mary as the New Eve …

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Out of the Cave, Into the Cathedral: Catholicism's Bigger Vision (#376) 22:15

2M ago22:15

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] What if the Christianity you’ve known is like the shadows on the wall in Plato’s cave—flat, limited, and only a fraction of the real thing? In this episode, Greg explores how Protestantism, since Luther’s reforms, has often shrunk the faith’s vision of God, the Church, sacraments, saints, and salvation, leading to today’s minim…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 21 - Resurrected Life 8:18

2M ago8:18

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In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Father James Grant reflects on the meaning of the resurrected life through stories from Brighton Cemetery, where his walks with his dog reveal tales of sacrifice, shame, dignity, and remembrance. He recounts the remarkable story of Maurice Buckley, a World War I soldier who overcame disgrace to earn the Victori…

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OCIA: The Bridge (#375) 20:26

2M ago20:26

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] The Considering Catholicism Podcast launches "OCIA: The Bridge to Rome," a series designed to illuminate the path into the Catholic Church. In this inaugural episode, discover how OCIA serves as the bridge across the Tiber River for those on their Road to Rome, offering a holistic journey of faith formation rather than a simple…

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Am I Going to Heaven? A Pamphlet, Protestants, and Catholic Truth (#374) 35:13

2M ago35:13

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] Greg shares a story from a golf outing where an awkward stranger handed him a Gospel pamphlet asking, "Am I Going to Heaven?" He praises the bold evangelism of Protestants but critiques the pamphlet's narrow "faith alone" view, offering a fresh Catholic perspective on how baptism and grace transform us to perform good works (fo…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 20 - Supernatural Love 7:10

2M ago7:10

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In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Father James Grant reflects on the true meaning of love in light of Jesus’ words, “love one another as I have loved you.” While often used sentimentally in weddings or speeches, Father Grant explains that Christ’s love is not about emotion or group bonding, but about sacrifice, obedience, and surrendering our o…

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The Church and Her Fathers, Part 4: From Apostles to Fathers--The Church's Timeless Unity (#373) 35:03

2M ago35:03

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[DONATE WITH PAYPAL] In the final part of "The Church and Her Fathers," Greg introduces key Church Fathers—their lives, writings, teachings, and accomplishments—highlighting their unity on core Catholic doctrines despite minor disagreements. He explores how they represent the early, developing Church, maturing over centuries while preserving its id…

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