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19 - Confirmation
00:29:45
What's the deal with Confirmation, is it just a symbolic coming-of-age ceremony? Why is it necessary? And what does it give us that the other sacraments don't?
In this episode we discuss the often-misunderstood sacrament of Confirmation.
This episode covers Part Two, Section Two, Chapter One, Article Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1210-1321).
This is a big one, this one. The Eucharist is the heart and soul of our lives as Catholics. But how does it work? How can Jesus' body and blood truly be present in the consecrated bread and wine?
In this Episode, we discuss the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist.
This episode covers Part Two, Section Two, Chapter One, Article Three of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1322-1419).
How can the Mass be a sacrifice if Christ has already offered the one definitive sacrifice on the cross? Why are only Catholics allowed to receive communion?
In this second episode on the Eucharist, we discuss the Holy Mass.
This episode covers Part Two, Section Two, Chapter One, Article Three of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1322-1419).
How come so few people are cured when they receive this sacrament? Why does God allow us to experience sickness and suffering? Does this sacrament actually do anything, or is it just symbolic?
In this episode, we discuss the Anointing of the Sick.
This episode covers Part Two, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Five of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1499-1532).
Why does the Church's definition of marriage seem so restrictive and archaic? What makes marriage different from other kinds of unions? What's the point of marriage?
In this episode, we discuss the last of the seven sacraments.
This episode covers Part Two, Section Two, Chapter Three, Article Seven of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1601-1666).
Holy water, rosary beads, crucifixes, medals... is all this extra stuff really necessary? Isn't it all a bit superstitious? How are Catholic funerals different from secular ones?
In this episode, we wrap up Part Two of the Catechism with a discussion of sacramentals and funerals.
This episode covers Part Two, Section Two, Chapter Four of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1667-1690).
In this episode, we discuss freedom and the call to holiness. What does it mean to be free? What are the limits to freedom? Should everyone have the right to act and speak freely?
This episode covers Part Three, Section One, Chapter One, Articles 1, 2, and 3 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1691-1748).
31 - The Person and Society: Human rights and equality
00:27:29
What are human rights? Does everyone have the right to the same things? What does 'equality' mean?
In this episode, we round off our discussion of the Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church.
This episode covers Part Three, Section One, Chapter Two, Article 3 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1918-1948).
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How are we saved? Through faith, works, or both? What is grace? Can I earn grace or is it just a free gift from God?
Today we wrap up our introduction to Catholic morality by looking at one of the most significant areas of division between Catholics and Protestants.
This episode covers Part Three, Section One, Chapter Three of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1949-2055).
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"I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; you shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself an idol, whether in the form of anything that is in heaven above or that is on the earth beneath or that is in the water under the earth.”
What does it mean to love and serve God? What counts as 'other gods'? Are images of Jesus, Mary, and the saints graven images?
In this episode we discuss the first of the Ten Commandments.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter One, Article One of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2056 -2141).
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"You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain."
"Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, and do all your work; but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God; in it you shall not do any work."
Why is it so bad to take God's name in vain? Why do I have to go to Mass every Sunday? How late is too late to rock up to Mass? Can I go to work on Sundays?
In this episode we discuss the second and third Commandments.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter One, Articles Two and Three of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2142 -2195).
The ten holy days of obligation: (NOTE: These are technically the holy days of obligation, but not every country enforces all of them. You can read more about it here.)
the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Christmas),
Does honouring our parents mean doing everything they say? What if your parents are terrible? Are children free to make their own moral decisions?
In this episode we cover the fourth Commandment.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Four of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2196-2257).
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"You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor."
Is there such thing as objective truth? Is it ALWAYS better to tell the truth? Are there situations where it's better to lie?
(Pls excuse the the background cicadas #straya)
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Eight of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2464-2474).
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What does it mean to be 'pure of heart'? Is modesty outdated? Is it all about shame? Is it just for girls? (Nope, nope, and NOPE!)
In this episode, we discuss the Ninth Commandment.
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Eight of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2514-2533).
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Is it bad to desire material things? Is envy always a sin? How can I avoid being jealous?
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of Part Three of the Catechism (!)
This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Ten of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2534-2557).
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What does it mean to pray? Is it just words and gestures, or is it something more? When we pray, does God always give us what we want?
In this episode, we begin our discussion of Part Four of the Catechism
This episode covers Part Four, Section One, Chapter One, Articles One and Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2556-2622).
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What's the difference between adoration and thanksgiving? Why does it matter? Should I pray at specific times or should prayer be spontaneous?
In this episode, we continue our discussion of prayer by discussing the forms of prayer.
This episode covers Part Four, Section One, Chapter One, Article Three, and Chapter Two, Articles One and Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2623-2682).
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Guigo the Carthusian, Scala Paradisi: PL 40, 998. (This is the guy whose name I couldn't pronounce. Gweego? Goojeeo? Someone who speaks Italian tell me.)
What's the difference between meditation and contemplation? What should I include in a Plan of Life? What are some common obstacles to prayer, and how can I overcome them?
In this episode, we wrap up our introduction to prayer.
This episode covers Part Four, Section One, Chapter Two, Article Three, and Chapter Three, Articles One and Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2683-2745).
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In this episode, we wrap up THE CATECHISM with a discussion of the Our Father.
This episode covers Part Four, Section Two of the Catechism (pts. 2759-2865)
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Timestamps: 2:25: What is Mass? 4:48: Who can go to Mass? 5:41: Missals/Order of Mass 6:52: Standing, sitting, kneeling. 11:01: Bells and incense 13:54: Eastern and Western rites 16:10: Latin Mass vs novus ordo 19:04: How late is too late? 22:25: Fasting before communion
In this introduction, we chat about what to expect in Season Two. What topics will we be covering? How long will the episodes be? Will there be video content?!
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Timestamps: 1:24: The Introductory Rites 7:23: The Liturgy of the Word 11:42: The Creed 14:29: The Liturgy of the Eucharist 20:57: The Eucharistic Prayer 26:48: The Communion Rite 33:22: The Concluding Rites
54 - Franz Jägerstätter: That Man's Got Principles
00:33:50
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 in a manner contradictory to their faith.
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.
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.
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.
59 - St. Mark Ji Tianxiang: Doctor, Martyr, Drug Addict
00:23:44
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.
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 our discussion of the apparitions at Fátima.
The Fátima prayer: Oh my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Bring all souls to heaven, especially those who most need your mercy.
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 finish our discussion of the apparitions at Fátima.
The Fátima prayer: Oh my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell. Bring all souls to heaven, especially those who most need your mercy.
What should we do during Advent? Have we always celebrated Christmas on the 25th December? What are the origins of the Christmas tree and the nativity scene?
In this episode, we discuss one of the most beautiful and important times in the Catholic calendar.
How do we balance unity and diversity within the Catholic church? Do Catholics have to accept every single one of the official teachings of the church? Does union with the pope mean accepting and believing every single thing he says?
In this episode, we discuss unity and diversity within the Catholic church.
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28:19)
How does the Catholic church dialogue with other faiths and denominations without compromising on the truth? Why is it important to have friends who don't share my beliefs? How can I be genuinely open to others' opinions without becoming relativistic?
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of unity and diversity by discussing evangelisation, ecumenism, interfaith dialogue, and apostolate.
71 - St. Gianna Beretta Molla: Wife, Mum, Doctor, Saint
00:29:36
St. Gianna Beretta Molla was born in 1922. As a young woman, she wanted to be a missionary but eventually saw that God was calling her to marriage and family life. She became a pediatrician, and she and her husband Pietro had three children. They lived a full and joyful life. When she was pregnant with her fourth child, she was diagnosed with a benign tumour in her uterus. After refusing any treatment that would take the life of her child, she gave birth to a healthy baby girl, before dying of complications from the birth eight days later, at the age of 39.
St Gianna is the patron saint of mothers, doctors, and unborn children.
If the point of my faith is to set me free, why are there so many things I *have* to do as a Catholic? What should I do when I feel like I'm doing things because I have to and not because I want to? What's the difference between being free and doing whatever I want?
74 - Bl. Carlo Acutis: An ordinary teenager who became a saint
00:31:59
Pope Francis has just announced that Blessed Carlo Acutis is going to be the first millenial saint. Carlo Acutis was an ordinary teenager who died suddenly at the age of 15. He was known for his love of God, and in particular for his love for Jesus Christ, truly present in the Eucharist. Carlo loved soccer, animals, nutella, gaming, and coding. His exhibition on Eucharistic miracles is still touring the world, and his website is still available today.
In this episode, we discuss the life of Carlo Acutis, as part of our two-part series on Eucharistic miracles.
Every. Single. Mass. Is a miracle. Eucharistic miracles remind us of that fact.
In this episode, we discuss four amazing incidents, three of which occurred in the last thirty years. In each of these miracles, a communion host transformed into human tissue: specifically, into tissue taken from a living human heart that was in agony. Each of these miraculous hosts has been rigorously scientifically tested, often by scientists who had no idea where the samples they were testing had come from. These stories remind us of the loving and true presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
Did Jesus always know that he was God, or did he acquire that knowledge at some point during his childhood or adolescence? Were there things that Jesus didn't know when he was on earth? Did he know what was going to happen in the future? Was Jesus ever tempted to sin, or to despair?
In this episode, we discuss the incredible mystery of the hypostatic union: Jesus as fully God and fully human.
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In the next few episodes, we're going to unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras), beginning with this episode on Simon Peter.
79 - The Apostles (II): Andrew, Philip, James the Greater, James the Lesser.
00:24:55
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with four apostles: Andrew, Philip, and the two Jameses.
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with Matthew and John.
81 - The Apostles (IV): Thomas, Bartholomew, Simon, Jude, Judas, and Matthias
00:30:34
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with Matthew and John.
Paul and Mary Magdalene were not part of the twelve apostles, but they WERE two incredibly important figures in the early Christian church. They were also both just completely awesome.
In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of the apostles with the stories of Saints Paul and Mary Magdalene.
What does the Catholic church teach about angels? How many angels are there? Can they read our minds or see the future? Can I give my guardian angel a name?
In this episode we cover the church's teaching on the angels, and tell some stories of the relationship of the saints to their guardian angels.
What's the difference between doctrine and dogma? What's an ecumenical council and how is it different from a synod? What's an encyclical, or an apostolic exhortation, or a papal bull?
In this episode, we cover terminology that often comes up in Catholic teaching:
What is a declaration of nullity, and how is it different from divorce? Can the Catholic church ever dissolve a marriage? What factors would render a marriage null? What does the process of annulment involve?
In this episode, we look at the often-misunderstood process of annulment.
What does the "Immaculate Conception" mean? Where do we see evidence of Mary's sinlessness in the Bible? What did the early church fathers have to say about Mary? Why is Mary so important?
In this episode, we look at the Catholic church's dogma of the Immaculate Conception.
Pope Francis has declared 2025 a jubilee year - a year of reconciliation, healing, and mercy. The theme for this jubilee year is "Pilgrims of Hope." So what does it mean to have Hope? How can we grow in Hope, even when bad things are happening? How can we be signs of Hope to others?
We'll also wrap up this episode with a quick update on the next few months for the podcast.
References and further reading/listening/viewing:
Romans 5
Pope Francis, Spes non confundit
The Catechism of the Catholic Church, pts. 1817-21; 2447.
. . . . . References and further reading/listening/viewing: (If you have any other suggestions for further reading/viewing/listening on this topic, shoot me an email at crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.)
The earlier episodes of Pints with Aquinas, many of which cover arguments for God’s existence.
Capturing Christianity YouTube channel. He hosts lots of debates on God’s existence on his channel if that’s your thing.
On the argument from desire:
Ted Chiang, “What’s Expected of us”, from Exhalation. (His other book, Stories of Your Life is also really worth reading - in my opinion it’s better than Exhalation.)
Is the Bible reliable? Who has the authority to interpret it? And what the heck is a Magisterium?! In this episode we discuss divine revelation and how it is passed on to us.
This episode covers Part One, Section One, Chapter Two of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Original sin can seem a little... unfair. Why do I have to suffer for something Adam and Eve did? Does the Catholic church teach that we're all born terrible people? (Spoiler: it doesn't.)
In this episode we discuss the elevation and fall of man.
This episode covers Part One, Section Two, Chapter One, Paragraphs 6 and 7 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
Fyodor Dostoevsky, The Brothers Karamazov. Particularly the conversation between Alyosha and Father Zossima in Book II, Chapter 7. (Book V, Chapter 5, titled The Grand Inquisitor, also deals with the problem of suffering.)
How can we be sure that the Resurrection really occurred? How was Jesus' Resurrection different to Lazarus'? Why do we say Christ 'descended into hell' in the Creed?
In this episode, we discuss Christ's Resurrection, and what it means for us as Christians today.
This episode covers Part One, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Five of the Catechism.
The Holy Spirit can feel like the most abstract and distant person of the Holy Trinity. How do we relate to Him? How can we know when He's speaking to us?
In this episode we discuss who the Holy Spirit is, and what His role is in our lives and in the life of the Church.
This episode covers Part One, Section Two, Chapter Three, Article Eight of the Catechism (Points 683-747).
Why do we need a Church to tell us what's right and wrong? Can't we just rely our own consciences? Why isn't the Church more open to different opinions?
In this episode we discuss the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church.
This episode covers Part One, Section Two, Chapter Three, Article Nine, Paragraphs 1-3 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (Points 748-870).
Peter Kreeft, "Chapter 7, The Holy Catholic Church" Catholic Christianity A Complete Catechism of Catholic Beliefs Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Peter Kreeft, "Chapter 7, The Holy Catholic Church" Catholic Christianity A Complete Catechism of Catholic Beliefs Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church
Pope Paul VI, Dogmatic Constitution on the Church, Lumen Gentium
In this episode we briefly introduce some key ideas around sacraments and the liturgy that will guide the next few episodes. What is a sacrament? Why do we always say the same things at mass? Why do I have to worship in a church?
This episode covers Part Two, Section One of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 1066-1209).
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