Bästa Catholicism podcaster (2023)

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Considering Catholicism

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Good Popes, Bad Popes, Mostly Average Popes (#160) 17:42

1d ago17:42

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A listener named John asks, "What about bad popes who lived immoral lives, etc? How can they lead the Church?" As Greg explains, there have been good popes, bad popes, and mostly average popes, but the office of the seat of Peter is greater than any man who occupies it. Listen to two previous episodes about the papacy: #38: “A Protestant Asks, ”Why…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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63 - Our Lady of Fatima Pt. 2 30:22

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The appearance of Our Lady at Fátima in 1917 was one of the most incredible and significant events of the twentieth century. In these apparitions, Mary encouraged the world to pray the rosary, and to pray for peace, poor sinners, and the pope. She also performed one of the most mind-blowing miracles you'll ever hear about. In this episode, we finis…

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Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Flannery O'Connor and the Moral Imagination 37:18

13d ago37:18

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Timothy J. Nielsen discusses the work of Flannery O'Connor as an exemplar of the Moral Imagination. (Special Thanks to Fr Thomas Joseph White OP, whose insights I borrowed!)Av Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: Discover Advent (#159) 10:27

6d ago10:27

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We have begun Advent, the liturgical season of the four Sundays leading up to Christmas. Advent means "coming" or "arriving," but what, exactly, is coming? And has it all arrived yet? To learn more, watch the series of four videos, "Discover Advent:" Part 1: https://youtu.be/DxxC6UkyMGM?si=4_ysAk9YE165btSy Part 2: https://youtu.be/d0dST3iZKs4?si=iJ…

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: Stuff Jesus Never Said (#158) 12:20

11d ago12:20

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Those who want to change the Church's teaching on homosexuality and same-sex marriage like to argue from Jesus' silence on the issue: "If Jesus didn't bother mentioning it in the gospels, it shouldn't matter." Protestants have made similar arguments against Catholicism for 500 years. Greg points out that this is a crazy standard, because there are …

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Considering Catholicism

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The Crusades (#157) 31:50

13d ago31:50

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Ed asks about the Crusades: did the Catholic Church really launch brutal wars of colonization, invading Muslim ancestral lands with hordes of Catholic knights to rape, pillage, and steal the Middle East? Greg explains that much of what people think they know comes from Hollywood and isn't exactly what happened. Buy Me a Coffee? https://www.buymeaco…

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: Christ the King (#156) 9:38

15d ago9:38

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In the last snapshot ("The End of Ordinary Time"), Greg pointed out that the Catholic Church has a major feast to celebrate the end of ordinary time and the liturgical year. That feast is the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, or Christ the King. It anchors us in the truth of Christ's supremacy and gives us hope that whatever…

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: The End of Ordinary Time (#155) 11:35

18d ago11:35

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Ordinary Time is coming to an end, very soon. If that sounds alarming and weird to you, then listen to this short explanation of the Catholic conception of time, and the cycles and landmarks that ought to define our lives. Buy Me a Coffee? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/consideringcatholicism Send me an email: consideringcatholicism@gmail.com Visit t…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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62 - Our Lady of Fatima Pt. 1 36:56

19d ago36:56

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The appearance of Our Lady at Fátima in 1917 was one of the most incredible and significant events of the twentieth century. In these apparitions, Mary encouraged the world to pray the rosary, and to pray for peace, poor sinners, and the pope. She also performed one of the most mind-blowing miracles you'll ever hear about. In this episode, we begin…

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Considering Catholicism

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Charity and Social Justice (#154) 37:06

20d ago37:06

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Ed the Protestant asks about the Catholic Church's commitment to charity and the poor. Greg explains where that comes from and the related but very different concept of Catholic Social Justice. Support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz Visit the website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ ----more----Keywords: Catholic, Catholic Churc…

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Considering Catholicism

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Listener Questions, Part 2 (#153) 34:35

25d ago34:35

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Greg answers questions sent in by listeners (send your own to consideringcatholicism@gmail.com): "I'm a recent convert to Catholicism, but my wife is still Protestant. We disagree over which church to raise our children in. My wife loves the passion of her evangelical church and Catholics seem so lukewarm. Do y9u have any advice?" "When the priest …

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Considering Catholicism

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Demons (#152) 46:35

27d ago46:35

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What does the Catholic Church teach about Satan and demons? Is he, or are they, the opposing force in the universe to God and angels? What do they know? What can they do? Can they possess us? What is an exorcism? Greg and Cory explain that in Catholic doctrine, while the demons possess vast intelligence, their power leads nowhere because in futilit…

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: ”God, Country, Notre Dame” (#151) 10:32

1M ago10:32

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This iconic motto is all over merchandise at the University of Notre Dame. Non-Notre Dame fans find it arrogant and annoying. But most don't realize that it's a double entendre, and that the real meaning, the deeper meaning, is perhaps a formula for how to live well, on the path to sainthood. Support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz Visit…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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61 - How The Rosary Works 30:18

1M ago30:18

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Where did the rosary come from? How do you pray it? Is praying to Mary a form of idolatry? In this episode, we discuss one of the most beautiful and powerful prayers of the Catholic church. Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/ References and furthe…

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Considering Catholicism

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What is Evil? (#150) 50:43

1M ago50:43

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What does the Catholic Church teach about what evil actually is? Is it the opposite of good, like light/dark or yin/yang? Is it moral failing? Being outside of God's will? A social construct? Greg and Cory explain that in Catholic doctrine, evil is nothing at all: it is literally no thing, a void, an emptiness, non-being. Support the podcast: https…

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Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Catholicism and Evolution God or Darwin? 44:48

1M ago44:48

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Dr John Carrano dives into the question are Christianity and Evolution CompatibleAv Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: Taking Death Seriously (#149) 9:52

1M ago9:52

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In this snapshot, Greg discusses why it's important to take death seriously in a culture that doesn't, and takes comfort in Catholicism which offers a coherent, comprehensive, and mature approach to death, dying, and remembering those who have gone before us. Support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz Visit the website: https://www.consider…

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: (Un)Happy Reformation Day! (#148) 9:00

1M ago9:00

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For secular folks this is Halloween, for Catholics it's the eve of All Saints Day, but for Protestants it's Reformation Day, when Martin Luther nailed his complaints against the Catholic Church to a cathedral door in Germany. Today, Protestants celebrate what they imagine is a heroic and prophetic scene. But as Greg explains in this snapshot, it's …

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Considering Catholicism

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The Pursuit of Happiness (#147) 35:14

1M ago35:14

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Greg and Ed discuss the concept of happiness and the responsibility to cultivate happiness in one's life. Pursuing immediate gratification does not lead to genuine happiness, but rather, pursuing goodness, truth, and beauty can bring lasting joy. They also touch on the negative impact of consuming negative media and the importance of surrounding on…

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Considering Catholicism

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Snapshot: More About UFOs (#146) 12:30

1M ago12:30

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Snapshots are a type of episode: around 10 minutes on a single topic. Today, Greg follows up on a recent episode about whether UFOs are aliens, angels, or something else. What should Christians, and Catholics in particular, believe? Greg reviews and recommends a new book on the topic: "Only Man Bears His Image" by Daniel O'Connor. Please support th…

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Considering Catholicism

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Listener Questions, Part 1 (#145) 48:05

2M ago48:05

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Greg answers questions sent in by listeners (send your own to consideringcatholicism@gmail.com!): How do I overcome my distrust of the Catholic Bible (the "deuterocanonical books)? Can salvation be lost? What if I commit a mortal sin and don't confess to a priest? Why was the Immaculate Conception necessary? Does Marian devotion sometimes cross the…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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60 - Catholicism and Halloween 25:16

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What are the roots of Halloween? Can Catholics celebrate it? Do Catholics believe in GHOSTS?! (Spooooky) In this episode, we discuss Halloween, and how we might celebrate it as Catholics. Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/ References and further …

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Considering Catholicism

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Our Duty to Improve (#144) 34:32

2M ago34:32

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Greg and Ed have an honest talk about what stewardship means. Because our life is a gift, God expects us to try and become the best possible versions of ourselves that we can be. Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small non-profit ministry dedicated to educating and equipping people to live, share, and defend the his…

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Considering Catholicism

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Revisiting an Evangelical Protestant Church (#143) 31:38

2M ago31:38

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Greg was traveling in the Rocky Mountains last week, and revisited a contemporary evangelical Protestant church that he attended sometimes before he converted to Catholicism. These are his reflections on the differences that he noticed seeing it again through Catholic eyes. Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small no…

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Considering Catholicism

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Can We Participate in Halloween? (#140) 45:25

2M ago45:25

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Greg and Ed talk about Halloween. Can Christians participate? Are its origins really in the Catholic Church incorporating pagan Celtic rituals? And has the Church adopted pagan rituals throughout history, including Easter celebrations? Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small non-profit ministry dedicated to educatin…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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59 - St. Mark Ji Tianxiang: Doctor, Martyr, Drug Addict 23:44

2M ago23:44

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St. Mark Ji Tianxiang was a doctor who lived in the late 1800s, who was martyred for his faith during the Boxer Rebellion. He was also an opium addict who struggled with his addiction for 30 years, and was a drug addict at the time of his death. St. Mark Ji is an example to anyone struggling with addiction, disorders, or mental illness. Support us …

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Considering Catholicism

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What are Angels? (#142) 34:48

2M ago34:48

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What are angels? How are they different from us? What do they do? What are the types or categories? Do we have a guardian angel, and what does he do? Greg and Cory unpack the nature of these spiritual beings. Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small non-profit ministry dedicated to educating and equipping people to l…

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Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Matrimony Conference Q&A 29:29

2M ago29:29

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Fr Jay Scott Newman and Fr Jonathan Duncan answer the audience's questions from the CEC's 2023 Fall Conference: Matrimony - Holy and Other.Av Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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The Cross in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony 54:08

2M ago54:08

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The Cross in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony by Fr Jay Scott Newman from the CEC's 2023 Fall Conference: Matrimony - Holy and Other.Av Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Strangers in a Strange Land - Marriage Today? 55:03

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Strangers in a Strange Land - Marriage Today? by Fr Jonathan Duncan from the CEC's 2023 Fall Conference: Matrimony - Holy and Other.Av Center for Evangelical Catholicism

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Considering Catholicism

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UFOs: Aliens, Angels, or...? (#141) 39:04

2M ago39:04

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UFOs are in the news again, as Congress holds hearings about what the government knows about them. How should Christians feel about this issue? What does the Catholic Church teach? And how do we make sense of it. Greg and Cory sat down to discuss it all. Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small non-profit ministry de…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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58 - Spiritual Warfare and How to Fight It Pt. 2 31:07

3M ago31:07

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How do the devil's tactics change as we progress in the spiritual life? How do we fight against temptation? What are the signs that I am progressing in the spiritual life? In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of spiritual warfare, and the ways that we can fight it. Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com. …

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Considering Catholicism

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Why Does the Church Baptize Infants? (#139) 41:32

3M ago41:32

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Greg and Ed discuss one of the most divisive issues between Catholics and evangelicals: infant vs. believer baptism. Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small non-profit ministry dedicated to educating and equipping people to live, share, and defend the historic Catholic faith. We receive no support from any organizat…

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Considering Catholicism

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How to Choose a Church (#132) 44:43

3M ago44:43

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So you or your friends or family are looking for a new church. How do you pick one? Is it like standing in the cereal aisle at the grocery store, surveying the various colors, textures, shapes, and tastes, and finding one that suits you (or your "needs," whatever those are) best? Greg and Ed talk about the choices and how to navigate them. Please s…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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57 - Spiritual Warfare and How to Fight It Pt. 1 30:07

3M ago30:07

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The term 'spiritual warfare' can sound a bit dramatic, but it's actually something pretty normal that we all face. The devil is real, and he does NAHT want us to get to heaven. In this episode, we begin our discussion of spiritual warfare, and the ways that we can fight it. Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.co…

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Considering Catholicism

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Is Catholicism...Spooky? (#138) 45:20

3M ago45:20

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Ed the Protestant had breakfast with three of his friends, and they couldn't understand his attraction to Catholicism. From their perspective, it seems full of mystical rituals instead of being straightforward, simple, and rational. Ed tells Greg about his conversation, and they talk about how to respond to this charge that Catholicism seems...spoo…

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Considering Catholicism

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What Do Catholics Have to Believe? (#137) 50:12

3M ago50:12

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What must someone believe as infallible "dogma" in order to be "in the Catholic faith?" How does that differ from doctrines, teachings, and recommended beliefs? There are important but subtle differences that carry different levels of authority. This is the second half of Greg and Cory's conversation about knowledge, belief, and faith (see the epis…

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Considering Catholicism

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The Eldest Daughter of the Church (#136) 31:08

3M ago31:08

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An invitation to take a free online course with Greg Smith about Catholic church history (and some other updates about the podcast). Sign up for the class at LANEcatholic.org The conversation with Cory about knowledge, belief, and faith will resume in the next episode on the regular schedule. Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAn…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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56 - How Canonisation Works 26:16

3M ago26:16

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What is a saint? How does the Catholic church decide if someone is a saint? In this episode we discuss the formal process of canonisation in the Catholic church. Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/ References and further reading/listening/viewing:…

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Considering Catholicism

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What is Faith? (#135) 47:05

3M ago47:05

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Christianity makes truth claims, like that Jesus rose from the dead. But what if we aren’t sure? Greg and Cory discuss the difference between certain knowledge, confident belief, and the mystery of saving faith.Av Greg Smith

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Considering Catholicism

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Is the Bible the Word of God? (#134) 35:31

4M ago35:31

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Greg and Ed continue their conversation in the woods about the Bible, this time asking whether it is really the "Word of God?" Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small non-profit ministry dedicated to educating and equipping people to live, share, and defend the historic Catholic faith. We receive no support from any…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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55 - Catholicism and Feminism 30:52

4M ago30:52

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What is Feminism? What does the Catholic Church teach about women, and their role in society? Are Catholicism and Feminism compatible? In this "Catholicism and..." series, we look at contemporary cultural, social, and political topics alongside Catholicism and consider how we might engage with them through the lens of Catholic teaching. Support us …

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Considering Catholicism

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Where Did the New Testament Come From? (#133) 55:55

4M ago55:55

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Greg and Ed sit in the forest and continue their conversation about the Bible--its sources, how it was compiled, the difference between the Catholic bible (a.k.a. "the Bible") and Protestant bibles--by asking who wrote the New Testament and how it was put together. Please support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a small non-profit …

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Considering Catholicism

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Catholic vs. Protestant Bibles? (#131) 52:48

4M ago52:48

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Protestants have been told that Catholic Bibles are wrong and weird and that medieval popes snuck suspicious extra books into the Catholic Bible! Which is tampering with God's Word, right?! Ed asks Greg about this while they sit in the forest, and Greg explains that the correct question is not why Catholic Bibles have extra books but why Protestant…

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Crash Course Catholicism

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54 - Franz Jägerstätter: That Man's Got Principles 33:50

4M ago33:50

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Blessed Franz Jägerstätter was an Austrian conscientious objector during WWII. He was imprisoned and eventually executed for refusing to fight for the Nazis or swear an oath of allegiance to Hitler. In 2007 he was officially declared a martyr by Pope Benedict XVI and was later beatified. His story has inspired many who have been pressured to behave…

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Considering Catholicism

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Do It Again (#130) 32:05

4M ago32:05

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Why is modern life so unsatisfying? Why are so many of us discontent? Greg and Cory reflect on how Catholicism offers a boring yet fundamentally satisfying antidote to heal our frantic postmodern souls. Support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a very small non-profit ministry dedicated to educating and equipping people to live, sha…

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Considering Catholicism

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The Galileo Myth (#129) 55:33

5M ago55:33

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Supposedly, during the dark ages, the Catholic Church threw the brave scientist Galileo Galilei into a dungeon for discovering that the earth revolved around the sun because the Church wanted to keep the people in intellectual darkness. Greg and Cory explain that this is a myth, and probably everything you think you know about it is wrong. Support …

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Crash Course Catholicism

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53 - How Mass Works Pt. 2 36:42

5M ago36:42

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The Mass is incredible. Mindblowing. Beautiful. In this episode we step through the mass from beginning to end, and explain what happens and why. Support us on Patreon! Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/ Timestamps: 1:24: The Introductory Rites 7:23: The Liturgy of the…

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Considering Catholicism

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Is Catholicism Anti-Science? (#128) 35:47

5M ago35:47

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Many assert that Christianity, and Catholicism in particular, is opposed to science. Greg and Cory explain why that's not strictly true, but that some people misuse the word "Science" to describe something that is, by definition, opposed to all the world's religions. Support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a very small non-profit …

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Considering Catholicism

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Catholic vs. Protestant Views on Creation and Evolution (#127) 42:33

5M ago42:33

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Greg and Cory wade into a thorny subject: Catholic vs. Protestant views of the creation of the world and mankind, evolution and whether the early chapters of Genesis are to be understood literally. As they illustrate, nothing about this topic is simple. Support the podcast: https://givebutter.com/BaUAnz We are a very small non-profit ministry dedic…

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