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Opening Credits

Preface

Of Clerical Garb and Institutional Apostasy

Backstory

A Tree Grows in South Bend

Epiphany

Rude Awakening

The Noisy Years

Ghost Partner

Enemy at the Gates

Dark Debts

The Wilderness Years

The Wilderness Years (2008–2013)

The Pachamama Years

Blindsided

Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen

Paul on...

Paul on

Truth Himself Speaks Truly

Recent Work on the Patterning of Open-Syllable Vowel-Shifts in Pre-Masoretic Hebrew

The Priest as Evangelical Witness

One Flesh

Betrayal

The Truth about the Crisis in the Catholic Church

Parody

Baffled in Basingstoke

My Favorite Things

Final Words - Why Stay Catholic?

Final Words

Acknowledgments

About the Author

End Credits

Closing Credits

Karen Hall, a television writer and producer, shares her unlikely friendship with Fr. Paul Mankowski, SJ, a conservative Jesuit biblical scholar silenced by his order for exposing internal issues and upholding Church teachings. This memoir reveals Fr. Mankowski's wit, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the faith, offering an inspiring account of standing firm in truth amidst adversity.

The Sound of Silence

Even when we're actively trying to trust God in all things, there's a constant temptation to take back control. To just do it ourselves. To bail out of surrendering to Him, and keep things from Him to try and "make sure they get done." We forget, over and over, that God takes initiative, does things, takes care of us. We overlook the ways He's doing that right now. What's opposite that temptation? God's constant invitation to let go, to trust, to forget about ourselves, to get over ourselves. To find that balance of letting God do everything while our fiat also provokes us to action. SO. If you want to live differently; if you crave renewal, restoration, conversion in your life; it's possible. It's real! Most of all: it's a work of God. This episode kicks off a new series moving through a collection of images and essays of the CFR community called A Work of God by Vianney Vocations, now available for pre-order.

The Authentic Renewal You Crave is Possible

Do you like mowing the lawn? Jeff Cavins does! In this episode, Jeff Cavins not only describes the joy he finds in mowing his lawn, but also offers some great ideas of things to think about while mowing the lawn or doing any other “humdrum” household task. Jeff claims that even the most regular tasks can be an opportunity for prayer and meditation.

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“Lead me to pastures, Lord, and graze there with me. Do not let my heart lean either to the right or to the left, but let your good Spirit guide me along the straight path.” (Liturgy of the Hours, Vol. IV, p. 1214)

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Thoughts While Mowing the Lawn

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Devil in the Castle: Chapter Four

We have reached the In Brief section, or nugget day, on the seventh commandment. Father Mike reiterates that the right to private property comes from our dignity as humans, and the Church has a duty to weigh in on economic or social matters where that dignity is threatened. He challenges us to ask ourselves, do we see Jesus in “the distressing disguise of the poor” and just walk by him, or do we respond to him? Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2450-2463.

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Day 319: Summary of the Seventh Commandment

Who doesn’t want to have more constructive conversations in their close relationships? In this episode, Fr. Mike Schmitz explains how achieving this may be simpler than you think. So many times, we just don’t give the people we love the attention they deserve. Fr. Mike shows us how to fix that and master our love relationships.<a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast</a>

Mastering Love and Relationships

In this episode, we conclude our six-part Lenten series on the book "This Present Paradise" by Claire Dwyer. Claire joins us as we discuss the hidden way St. Elizabeth of the Trinity chooses us and draws us closer to God. We chat about St. Elizabeth's delayed canonization and her prophetic messages: the call to love and be loved, the universal call to holiness, and God's desire for deep intimacy that moves us to union and receptivity to the Holy Spirit. Thank you for joining us on the journey this Lent! Claire's one thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/3uUpzGt">A Personal Guide for Receiving the Father's Love - Father Thomas Acklin and Fr. Boniface Hicks </a> Heather's one thing - <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6u4NUBzxralG1ZKwAZroWE?si=ab52bd539e9642fe"> Heather's Easter Playlist: Hallelujah Is Our Song</a> Michelle's one thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/3sOBBiH">A place to belong - Letters from Catholic Women - Corynne Staresinic</a> or <a href= "https://paulinestore.com/a-place-to-belong--letters-from-catholic-women-qs1005232-197544.html"> buy directly from Pauline Press and receive a free tote!</a> Sister Miriam's one thing - Ginger Tea: Boiled water, fresh ginger and fresh turmeric. Other add-ins: Honey, Lemon, Apple Cider Vinegar, (and black pepper too if you wish!) Other books discussed in this episode - <a href= "https://bookstore.franciscan.edu/ePOS?form=shared3/gm/merch.html&item_number=2800940535130&cat=144&store=421&design=mbl"> Let the Fire Fall - Father Michel Scanlan </a> <a href="https://amzn.to/2MKLMp6">Two Sisters in the Spirit: Therese of Lisieux and Elizabeth of the Trinity - Hans Von Balthasar </a> Discussion questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What struck you from this week's episode?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How have you experienced St. Elizabeth drawing you into a more intimate union with God this Lent? How can we continue to live our lives as a "praise of glory" as we move into the Easter season?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How do we become more of ourselves when we leave this life and this earth?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What has been the greatest fruit of allowing yourself to be loved by God?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How is God calling you to 'take your seat' at the table with the communion of Saints? What is your place at the table? What is your unique call to be a part of the Church?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">When have you struggled with false humility? How do you understand God's call to sanctity and greatness?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How is God inviting you to be a part of the spiritual renewal of the Church?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder: "Let yourself be loved" - St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Scripture for Lectio Divina: "We who first hoped in Christ have been destined and appointed to live for the praise of his glory." - Ephesians 1:12 Abiding Together Podcast 2021 Lenten Book Study Announcement: The Abiding Together Podcast is reading and discussing This Present Paradise by Claire Dwyer for Lent. You can find the reading plan, discussion questions, additional resources and where to buy your book at <a href= "http://www.abidingtogetherpodcast.com/this-present-paradise"> www.abidingtogetherpodcast.com/this-present-paradise.</a> This episode is sponsored by SpiritualDirection.com. SpiritualDirection.com is the largest website dedicated to authentic Catholic spirituality in the world. An Apostolate of the Avila Foundation, SpiritualDirection.com is a source of all things good, true and beautiful the Church today: webinars with best-selling authors, powerful reflections, teachings, videos and podcasts on scripture, the saints, spiritual warfare, and discernment of spirits, as well as news about upcoming courses in spiritual theology—including some on your favorite Carmelite saints! Right now, for a limited time, if you go to spiritualdirection.com/Elizabeth, you can get a free download of St. Elizabeth of the Trinity's most beautiful quotes. Print them, frame them, share them—and be reminded of God's immense and unfailing love.

S09 E13: This Present Paradise Part 6: An Interview with Claire Dwyer

Toward the end of the Lord’s Prayer, we implore God to protect us from temptation and from the evil one. Fr. Mike clarifies what we mean when we ask God not to “lead us into temptation” and emphasizes the importance of discerning between trials and temptations. Lastly, we review the conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer, known as the final doxology. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2846-2856.

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Day 364: Deliver Us from Evil

For many people, the Catholic Church’s teaching on in vitro fertilization and contraception is a hard one, but it is in concordance with the nature of things. The nature of a thing, as Fr. MIke puts it, is its “what-it’s-for-ness”. Sex is for procreation and the unity of the couple. Equally important is the fact that sex, not in vitro fertilization, is the natural way to bring forth a new life. Contraception and in vitro fertilization violate the nature of not only sex, but also the nature of the person and life itself.

If you feel that this teaching prohibits you from being truly happy, Fr. Mike offers encouragement. It may not seem fair to us at first, but the deep abiding peace we acquire from living by God’s plan is better than anything we could acquire by doing things our way.<a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast</a>

Catholic Teaching on IVF and Contraception Explained

Congratulations, you have reached Day 365! We conclude our journey through the Catechism with the final “nugget day” as we review the seven petitions of the Lord’s prayer. In closing, Fr. Mike reminds us of the purpose of our time with the Catechism: recognizing that every part of our human experience matters to God simply because he loves us. It matters to God that we know him, worship him, live in his love, and draw near to him in prayer. We respond to God’s astounding love for each of us with our final “Amen- so be it.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2857-2865.

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Day 365: So Be It (2024)

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Why Non-Catholics Can’t Receive Communion

Homily from the Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. We will continue walking through this world in which people are better than us. How can we become invincible to comparison?<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from November 10, 2019:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">2 Thessalonians 2:16-3:5</dt> Luke 20:27-38 <a href="https://bulldogcatholic.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/comparisin-incomparable.pdf">Download the Homily Study</a>

11/10/19 CompariSIN: Incomparable

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Devil in the Castle Preview

Together, with Fr. Mike, we explore the nature of man’s first sin or our “freedom put to the test.” Fr. Mike unpacks the importance of us understanding that freedom is not the power to “do what we want,” but rather, the power to “do what I ought.” Though the story of the first sin is that of our first parents, Fr. Mike emphasizes that we still repeat the grave error of the first sin in our own lives by preferring our own perceived “goods” over the “goods” of our Creator and Father in heaven. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 396-401. 

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Day 56: Man’s First Sin (2025)

Join Dr. Peter and our audience members to experience a guided meditation on your parts’ needs for integrated formation. Guided by John Paul II’s four dimensions of personal formation (human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral) you have an opportunity to see what a part of you needs. Several audience members debrief from the exercise and we all discuss with some Q&amp;A.

140 Your Personal Formation: Experiential Exercises and Q&A

When we encounter excellence, what prompts us to critique rather than admire? 

Fr. Mike suggests that this tendency often stems from jealousy and insecurity. He says humans are made to admire all that is praiseworthy. When we witness remarkable talent in athletics, academics, or the arts, we should take the opportunity to commend the hard work and discipline that leads to greatness. 

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Criticism vs Admiration

Jeff shares his personal formula for creating a successful movement within your parish. You might be surprised when you hear his approach to ministry.

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Creating a Movement Within Your Parish

Episode 84 - Hope for a Hard Life (Advent 2021) First Week of Advent The lived experience of most people is: life is hard. We're still in this valley of tears. We live it, but might not be relating it in a way that's helpful… we just drag it around. Enter: Advent. A season of hope and of promises fulfilled. Expectant hope, with confidence that the Lord is good and is at work for our good in our lives—the ultimate hope of heaven and of tears being wiped away. Whatever you're experiencing—God's coming. God's response to our struggle is the gift of himself. He doesn't promise to solve any problem now and make everything okay, but he promises to give us himself. He wants us to experience peace here and now, not only in the future. We're going through Advent with Finding Your Place in the Advent Story from Ascension Press for the next few episodes. Check it out here: https://ascensionpress.com/collections/rejoice-finding-your-place-in-the-advent-story The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of generous donors like you. Monthly donations are particularly helpful for our future planning. You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you!

Hope for a Hard Life (Advent 2021)

What do we need to do as Catholic Christians to convey that the message of our religion is one of pure love? So often we misrepresent what it means to be Christian, causing many people to just see judgment when they see us upholding our principles. In this episode, Fr. Mike emphasizes how important it is to live what we believe, and that means loving people so much that even when they harm us, we continue to love them.<a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast</a>

Is it OK to Hate Someone?

This gentle and profound guide will help you trust God when He seems distant or silent, reminding you that His love never sleeps. Drawing on the wisdom of the saints, it reveals why Christ allows silence in your life to refine your soul, deepen your love, and draw you closer to Him. You’ll learn how to find peace amid life’s storms, grow through hidden trials, and discover that even in silence, Jesus is nearer to you than ever, holding you safely in His Heart.

When God is Silent | eBook

Together, with Fr. Mike, we explore the moral conscience. Fr. Mike emphasizes that even though our intellect has been weakened by sin, we still have some sense, our conscience, that tells us that there is a right and wrong. He also emphasizes the difference between our conscience and our passions. Today&#39;s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1776-1782.

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Day 238: Our Moral Conscience (2024)

The Catechism teaches about the effectiveness of prayer and how to persevere in prayer. Fr. Mike explains that although God already knows what we need before we ask, he wants us to pray, and he extends us dignity by allowing us to pray and ask for what we need. In the process of prayer, we are able to learn the heart of the Father, grow closer to him, and become more like him. The Catechism goes on to state that when it comes to prayer, it is always possible, a vital necessity, and inseparable from the Christian life. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2738-2745.

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Day 350: Persevering in Prayer (2024)

Episode 102 - Intimacy with the Bridegroom The world is a crazy place. There's always the temptation to hide, run away or to fear Love. There are distractions and lies—the lie that we cannot do it, that we may lose ourselves, that our love won't be reciprocated. But we are made to be in love. First and foremost with the Lord, Jesus the bridegroom, who comes to save, to love, and to die for us, His bride. And from this love we are called to lay down our lives and give ourselves fully for a bride or bridegroom. This Lent, we continue to work through Born of Fire by Fr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR. Order now (including digital copies) at bornoffirebook.com/ The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco. Thank you!

Intimacy with the Bridegroom

What Are Natural Rights? | Concluding Panel

WE talk all things LENT and liturgical planning. You will love my guest for today, Kendra loves sharing her gifts and passions with other moms. Here's Kendra's bio: Hi! I'm Kendra. I'm a Catholic wife and mother of many, from little to teenaged. I also dabble in teaching, reading, writing, cooking, baking, sewing, crafting, party planning, graphic design, home remodeling, and streaming with the captions on so I can understand British. Catholic All Year is a place for me to share how we live. You can grab any other helpful links from the media kit online: <a href= "https://catholicallyear.com/media-kit/">https://catholicallyear.com/media-kit/</a> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/catholicallyear/">https://www.facebook.com/catholicallyear/</a> Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/kendra_tierney/">https://www.instagram.com/kendra_tierney/</a> Youtube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/c/KendraTierneyCAY/videos">https://www.youtube.com/c/KendraTierneyCAY/videos</a> ____________________ Don't forget that we have made <a href= "https://www.cameronfradd.com/">https://www.cameronfradd.com/</a> the place where you can find all the things Among The Lilies! Check out our new shop with ATL merchandise, and we will be adding more items soon! Thank you all for your support. I am so grateful, and I love and am praying for y'all! Thank you for being here! If you are interested in supporting Among the Lilies (you will get access to a BUNCH of things including bonus content), please consider supporting us at <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies">https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies</a> By supporting us, you will get access to a BUNCH of things, including bonus content. Please join the Among the Lilies community on Instagram and Facebook! ➡️ <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/AmongTheLiliess/">https://www.facebook.com/AmongTheLiliess/</a> ➡️ <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/among_the_lilies">https://www.instagram.com/among_the_lilies</a>

209. Preparing for LENT

How to Build a Catholic High School

Happy New Year! Welcome to Season 3! In this episode we talk about beginning again, our word of the year, not settling for mediocrity, and how to engage in your life with new perspective and openness to the love of God. One Thing We Love This Week: <ul> <li>Sr. Miriam's One Thing - Deep friendships. Especially with Heather and Michelle of course :)</li> <li>Michelle's One Thing - <a href= "https://cpco.on.ca/files/1813/8437/4378/Prayer_of_Sir_Francis_Drake.pdf"> The prayer "Disturb Us Lord" - by Sir Francis Drake</a></li> <li>Heather's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLFak6N04GY">Reckless Love by Cory Asbury</a></li> </ul> Discussion Questions: <ol> <li>What is your word of the year? If you don't have one, when will you make time to listen to what God has for you this year?</li> <li>How will you be intentional about living into your word of the year?</li> <li>What areas in your life do you need to begin again and receive the grace to start over?</li> <li>What areas do you need to "unclench your fists" and let it go, so that God can come in power?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li>In what areas have you settled for mediocrity?</li> <li>How do you specifically want to become more fully alive in various areas of your life? (family, health, spiritual, community, emotional health)</li> <li>What was God sewing into your life last year? How do you think that's connected to what He has for you this year?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder: "The object of a New Year is not that we should have a new year. It is that we should have a new soul and a new nose; new feet, a new backbone, new ears, and new eyes. Unless a particular man made New Year resolutions, he would make no resolutions. Unless a man starts afresh about things, he will certainly do nothing effective." ― G.K. Chesterton

S03 Episode 01: To Begin Again

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A Meditation for Lent by St. Thomas Aquinas

Today we'll take a look at what Aquinas has to say about polytheism. Then we'll take five questions from patrons, including a question on the difference between Pelagianism and Semi-Pelagianism. Then, just for fun, I'll share with you my top seven short stories. SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints </a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/ </a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd </a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Aquinas on Why There Can't be Many Gods

Today we'll take a look at one of Aquinas' lesser known works, On Evil. In it, among other things, he addresses the question, can the demons read our thoughts. That's what we'll be discussing. --- Here is the Anima Christi prayer I shared: Soul of Christ, sanctify me Body of Christ, save me Blood of Christ, inebriate me Water from Christ's side, wash me Passion of Christ, strengthen me O good Jesus, hear me Within Thy wounds hide me Suffer me not to be separated from Thee From the malicious enemy defend me In the hour of my death call me And bid me come unto Thee That I may praise Thee with Thy saints and with Thy angels Forever and ever Amen --- SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

47: Can the demons read our minds?

In this episode we complete the four part mini-series Herstory on women in Scripture with the story of Esther. We discuss the providence in the behind the scenes work of God and how God's call on one person's life can cause a ripple effect within a nation. We chat about God's design and plan for each of us and how he desires to use your unique influence to build the kingdom right where you are. We pray that you would receive God's courage to live out your feminine genius to bring about God's glory today. Michelle's one thing - Magdelena Kyne and the Lorien art prints that she created for me Sister Miriam's one thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/3uBLT6H">WoodWick Candles</a> Heather's one thing - Employees and volunteers at my diocese in Vancouver Other Links mentioned in this episode: <a href= "https://www.abidingtogetherpodcast.com/podcastarchive/feminine-genius-part-1-receptivity?rq=feminine%20genius"> The Feminine Genius Series on the Abiding Together Podcast</a> Discussion questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What struck you from this week's episode?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What do you think of the idea that you were born for a time such as this? What do you think God's purpose for your life is in this particular time?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Where is an area the Holy Spirit is inviting you to speak or act on behalf of others? Where is he inviting you to wield your influence?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Can you recognize times you have listened to the enemy's out of tune song over your life with themes like diminishing your role or over-emphasizing your sin and when you have listened to God's song over your life speaking of the truth of who God is and who you are?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How does your personal Fiat affect others? How do the small and simple yeses everyday build up the kingdom of God here and now?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What grace do you need most - courage to speak or act, prudence to know which battles to fight, wisdom to know what to do next - to act upon God's call on your life?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Where is the influence God has given you and where is he calling you to use your influence to bring about his kingdom?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder: "The feminine genius is needed wherever we make important decisions." - Pope Francis Scripture for Lectio Divina: "Perhaps you were born for such a time as this." - Esther 4:14

S09 E15: HerStory Part 4 - Esther

Homily from the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Rebellion, Resentment, or Rejoicing. We are called to surrender to God's will. But how do we surrender? Is it a matter of feeling or is it a matter of something else? Surrender is an active, dynamic thing. And it is the opposite of rebellion and resentment.<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from June 23, 2024:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Job 38:1, 8-11</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 107:23-26, 28-31</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">2 Corinthians 5:14-17</dt> Mark 4:35-41

06/23/24 True Surrender

Welcome to season 8! In this episode we talk about what the Lord has been teaching us over the summer and how we are invited to find our peace by fixing our eyes on Jesus and resting in the gaze of God. If we can look higher to find a kingdom perspective, we can find security in His Sovereignty. We talk about the deep realization that in all that has happened and has been taken away in 2020, there is no other answer, no other way forward, than Jesus Christ himself. Sister Miriam's one thing - <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5X85txs60yY">Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus - Lauren Daigle</a> Michelle's one thing - The Life of Elise Angelette: <a href="https://youtu.be/fje5PafcIME">watch her Funeral Mass</a> (homily starts around minute 46) or <a href="https://every-little-thingblog.com">read more about her life</a> Heather's one thing - <a href= "https://www.pauseapp.com/">The One Minute Pause App</a> Book mentioned: <a href= "https://amzn.to/3jqdRNn">Get Your Life Back - by John Eldridge </a> Discussion questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What struck you from the podcast?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What does it mean to "fix your eyes on God" every day? What areas have you done this in the last three months and what are areas you have found yourself searching for peace elsewhere?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Sr. Miriam described our spiritual poverty as the places where we are vulnerable and dependent on the Lord. Where have you experienced this kind of poverty in the last three months?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What has been your prayer to the Lord the last three months? What has been the Lord's message to you in the last three months? </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What areas is the Lord inviting you to pray "Lord, do for me what I can't do for myself." ? Make a small act of surrender. Pray "Jesus, I surrender … please do for me what I cannot do for myself."</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder - "Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin." – Mother Teresa Scripture for Lectio Divina - 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 "Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."

S08 Episode 01: New Beginnings

Fr. Mike knows the tricks we can play on ourselves when it comes to picking something for Lent. So he gives a straightforward guideline: Don’t pick something that’s arbitrary. Pick something that is necessary. 

In other words, don’t say you’re giving up watermelon when you know you will hardly eat watermelon anyway; and don’t give up hot showers if you know cold showers actually won’t help you grow in holiness. We can easily fool ourselves into thinking strictness equates to holiness. Likewise, we can fall into the trap of thinking that the easiest thing will be the most helpful. 

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Picking a Thing for Lent

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In today&#39;s readings, we hear about the death of Abner, and Fr. Mike points out how David publicly mourns Abner, and instructs his people to do the same. The readings are 2 Samuel 3, 1 Chronicles 3-4, and Psalm 25.

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Day 122: Abner Is Killed (2025)

Fr. Mike focuses on the prophet Jeremiah’s continued sorrow and explains how lying prophets bring forth destruction. He invites us to examine what lies in our lives are bringing destruction. We also continue reading about Ezekiel’s vision, and see the glory of the Lord return to the temple. Today’s readings are Jeremiah 14-15, Ezekiel 43-44, and Proverbs 15:13-16.

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Day 235: Lying Prophets (2024)

Together, with Fr. Mike, we examine the wound of abortion. Fr. Mike emphasizes that all human life deserves protection, especially the unborn, but he also emphasizes the importance of God’s mercy. He explains that those who have procured an abortion are excommunicated, subject to the conditions established by Canon Law. However, the excommunication does not limit the scope of God’s mercy, but rather highlights the gravity of the sin. Fr. Mike concludes by highlighting that if abortion is a part of your story, you are encouraged to take the step towards confession and forgiveness, to be met with mercy and love and be welcomed home. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2270-2275.

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Day 295: The Wound of Abortion

Fr. Mike walks us through the signing of the covenant in Nehemiah 10 and relates Israel’s collective decision to belong to God to our personal encounters with God that inspire us to follow him simply because he has called us. He also offers insight on how God used the physical weakness of Esther to move the king’s heart to gentleness. Today’s readings are Nehemiah 10, Esther 15, 6-7, and Proverbs 21:13-16.

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Day 278: Power in Weakness (2023)

Is there an answer to suffering? We all experience suffering in different forms and to varying degrees. So, how do we respond to it? What does it mean? In this episode, Jeff dives into the answers for some of the big questions around suffering.

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The answering to your suffering is found in Jesus’ suffering

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Real Answers for Real Suffering

The Psalms are essential and powerful prayers. Through praying the Psalms, we are giving praise to God and expressing our belief while simultaneously nourishing our faith. In the Psalms, we are reminded of God’s love, faithfulness, and presence, even in the dark moments of our lives. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2590-2597.

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Day 333: The Psalms (2024)

Pull up a barstool with me and Shane Page, a former United Methodist pastor, as he tells us the story of his conversion to Catholicism! You don't want to miss a moment of his fascinating journey, including: - How working at Chili's led to a "born again" experience. - The process of becoming a Methodist pastor. (It took 14 years!) - Two things that happened in seminary that started his path to Catholicism. - Doing a Marian consecration as a Protestant. - The hardest part about finally stepping down as a pastor. <a href="https://pints.mattfradd.com/pwa-confessions-signup/">Sign up for my free course on St. Augustine's "Confessions"!</a> SPONSORS Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> Ethos Logos: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> GIVING Patreon or Directly: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/ </a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer co-producer of the show. LINKS Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> Gab: <a href="https://gab.com/mattfradd">https://gab.com/mattfradd</a> Rumble: <a href="https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas">https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas</a> MY BOOKS Get my NEW book "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1645851311?pf_rd_r=G1VMH792WKT544VHG4CJ&amp;pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&amp;pd_rd_r=68b2ceaa-6dec-467b-8cd1-c7f8d1129a35&amp;pd_rd_w=4u4Se&amp;pd_rd_wg=w1Iui&amp;ref_=pd_gw_unk">How To Be Happy: Saint Thomas' Secret To A Good Life</a>," out now! Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9"> https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Protestant Pastor Quits to Become Catholic (Shane Page) | Ep. 297

47: It's not my fault! BACK OFF!

Homily from the Sunday of Divine Mercy. Mercy is the love that we deserve the least when we need it the most. The fact of the Resurrection of Jesus has introduced something new into this world of misery. The Cross and Resurrection introduced the possibility of mercy. Not only have we encountered the mercy of God, but we have been commissioned to be mercy in the midst of a world filled with misery.<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from April 4, 2022:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Acts 5:12-16</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">Revelation 1:9-13, 17-19</dt> John 20:19-31

04/24/22 Be Mercy

What does it mean to have respect for the goods of others? Fr. Mike unpacks the Catechism’s answer to this question and what it teaches about the seventh commandment in regards to respect for persons and their goods. We learn that it comes down to the dignity of persons and the virtues of temperance, justice, and solidarity. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2407-2414. 

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Day 314: Goods of Others

Books upon books have been written about the problem of suffering. Fr. Mike isn’t about to reinvent the wheel in this video, but the wisdom he shares in it ​echoes​ that of the saints. What did the saints and martyrs know about suffering that enabled them to endure so much of it? Christ didn’t give them some mystical superpower; he simply gave their suffering a purpose.<a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast</a>

The Meaning of Suffering

Jesus tells in the Gospels, &quot;Love your neighbor as yourself.&quot; But what if you struggle to love yourself? How can we pour ourselves out for others if we are not first filled up? 

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Why Self-Care is Important for Loving Others

Day 122: Abner Is Killed (2024)

Homily from the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. It's the least you can do. We are made to strive. We are made to pursue the ideal. But we also need to know what the minimum is. We also need to know: What is the least I can do? (And still give the Lord access to my heart!)<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from September 1, 2024:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 15:2-5</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27</dt> Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

09/01/24  The Floor

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106: Fighting Abortion in College

Where is the liturgy celebrated? The Catechism offers us overarching principles as well as specific details about the spaces in which the liturgy is celebrated. Fr. Mike highlights the importance of endowing dignity and respect to these physical spaces because they are sacred places of encounter with our Lord. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1179-1186.

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Day 162: Where the Liturgy Is Celebrated (2024)

Everyone who finds himself in a dilemma intuitively turns to God and makes promises whether they are empty or sincere. When we discover that we are fine, we often ignore our promises and may even come to blame God as the cause in the first place. Today, Jeff dives into Scripture and shares the prescribed way to give God thanks for all that he has given us, especially when he has helped us through a perilous time. Maybe you are going through a great trial right now and the last thing on your mind is Thanksgiving. Take 30 minutes to listen and discover the ultimate thanksgiving that has stood the test of time. Your holiday season may become a little bit brighter. 

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Does God Love Some People More Than Others?

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The Cardinal Virtues | Prof. Patrick Callahan

Objection 1. It would seem that it is not necessary to confess to a priest. For we are not bound to confession, except in virtue of its Divine institution. Now its Divine institution is made known to us (James 5:16): "Confess your sins, one to another," where there is no mention of a priest. Therefore it is not necessary to confess to a priest. Objection 2. Further, Penance is a necessary sacrament, as is also Baptism. But any man is the minister of Baptism, on account of its necessity. Therefore any man is the minister of Penance. Now confession should be made to the minister of Penance. Therefore it suffices to confess to anyone. Objection 3. Further, confession is necessary in order that the measure of satisfaction should be imposed on the penitent. Now, sometimes another than a priest might be more discreet than many priests are in imposing the measure of satisfaction on the penitent. Therefore it is not necessary to confess to a priest. Objection 4. Further, confession was instituted in the Church in order that the rectors might know their sheep by sight. But sometimes a rector or prelate is not a priest. Therefore confession should not always be made to a priest. On the contrary, The absolution of the penitent, for the sake of which he makes his confession, is imparted by none but priests to whom the keys are intrusted. Therefore confession should be made to a priest. Further, confession is foreshadowed in the raising of the dead Lazarus to life. Now our Lord commanded none but the disciples to loose Lazarus (John 11:44). Therefore confession should be made to a priest. I answer that, The grace which is given in the sacraments, descends from the Head to the members. Wherefore he alone who exercises a ministry over Christ's true body is a minister of the sacraments, wherein grace is given; and this belongs to a priest alone, who can consecrate the Eucharist. Therefore, since grace is given in the sacrament of Penance, none but a priest is the minister of the sacrament: and consequently sacramental confession which should be made to a minister of the Church, should be made to none but a priest. Reply to Objection 1. James speaks on the presupposition of the Divine institutions: and since confession had already been prescribed by God to be made to a priest, in that He empowered them, in the person of the apostles, to forgive sins, as related in John 20:23, we must take the words of James as conveying an admonishment to confess to priests. Reply to Objection 2. Baptism is a sacrament of greater necessity than Penance, as regards confession and absolution, because sometimes Baptism cannot be omitted without loss of eternal salvation, as in the case of children who have not come to the use of reason: whereas this cannot be said of confession and absolution, which regard none but adults, in whom contrition, together with the purpose of confessing and the desire of absolution, suffices to deliver them from everlasting death. Consequently there is no parity between Baptism and confession. Reply to Objection 3. In satisfaction we must consider not only the quantity of the punishment but also its power, inasmuch as it is part of a sacrament. In this way it requires a dispenser of the sacraments, though the quantity of the punishment may be fixed by another than a priest. Reply to Objection 4. It may be necessary for two reasons to know the sheep by sight. First, in order to register them as members of Christ's flock, and to know the sheep by sight thus belongs to the pastoral charge and care, which is sometimes the duty of those who are not priests. Secondly, that they may be provided with suitable remedies for their health; and to know the sheep by sight thus belongs to the man, i.e. the priest, whose business it is to provide remedies conducive to health, such as the sacrament of the Eucharist, and other like things. It is to this knowledge of the sheep that confession is ordained. --- Quotes from the early Church (taken from Catholic.com) The Didache "Confess your sins in church, and do not go up to your prayer with an evil conscience. This is the way of life. . . . On the Lord's Day gather together, break bread, and give thanks, after confessing your transgressions so that your sacrifice may be pure" (Didache 4:14, 14:1 [A.D. 70]). The Letter of Barnabas "You shall judge righteously. You shall not make a schism, but you shall pacify those that contend by bringing them together. You shall confess your sins. You shall not go to prayer with an evil conscience. This is the way of light" (Letter of Barnabas 19 [A.D. 74]). Ignatius of Antioch "For as many as are of God and of Jesus Christ are also with the bishop. And as many as shall, in the exercise of penance, return into the unity of the Church, these, too, shall belong to God, that they may live according to Jesus Christ" (Letter to the Philadelphians 3 [A.D. 110]). "For where there is division and wrath, God does not dwell. To all them that repent, the Lord grants forgiveness, if they turn in penitence to the unity of God, and to communion with the bishop" (ibid., 8). Irenaeus "[The Gnostic disciples of Marcus] have deluded many women. . . . Their consciences have been branded as with a hot iron. Some of these women make a public confession, but others are ashamed to do this, and in silence, as if withdrawing from themselves the hope of the life of God, they either apostatize entirely or hesitate between the two courses" (Against Heresies 1:22 [A.D. 189]). Tertullian "[Regarding confession, some] flee from this work as being an exposure of themselves, or they put it off from day to day. I presume they are more mindful of modesty than of salvation, like those who contract a disease in the more shameful parts of the body and shun making themselves known to the physicians; and thus they perish along with their own bashfulness" (Repentance 10:1 [A.D. 203]). Hippolytus "[The bishop conducting the ordination of the new bishop shall pray:] God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. . . . Pour forth now that power which comes from you, from your royal Spirit, which you gave to your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, and which he bestowed upon his holy apostles . . . and grant this your servant, whom you have chosen for the episcopate, [the power] to feed your holy flock and to serve without blame as your high priest, ministering night and day to propitiate unceasingly before your face and to offer to you the gifts of your holy Church, and by the Spirit of the high priesthood to have the authority to forgive sins, in accord with your command" (Apostolic Tradition 3 [A.D. 215]). Origen "[A final method of forgiveness], albeit hard and laborious [is] the remission of sins through penance, when the sinner . . . does not shrink from declaring his sin to a priest of the Lord and from seeking medicine, after the manner of him who say, 'I said, "To the Lord I will accuse myself of my iniquity"'" (Homilies on Leviticus 2:4 [A.D. 248]). Cyprian of Carthage "The apostle [Paul] likewise bears witness and says: ' . . . Whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord unworthily will be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord' [1 Cor. 11:27]. But [the impenitent] spurn and despise all these warnings; before their sins are expiated, before they have made a confession of their crime, before their conscience has been purged in the ceremony and at the hand of the priest . . . they do violence to [the Lord's] body and blood, and with their hands and mouth they sin against the Lord more than when they denied him" (The Lapsed 15:1–3 (A.D. 251]). "Of how much greater faith and salutary fear are they who . . . confess their sins to the priests of God in a straightforward manner and in sorrow, making an open declaration of conscience. . . . I beseech you, brethren, let everyone who has sinned confess his sin while he is still in this world, while his confession is still admissible, while the satisfaction and remission made through the priests are still pleasing before the Lord" (ibid., 28). "[S]inners may do penance for a set time, and according to the rules of discipline come to public confession, and by imposition of the hand of the bishop and clergy receive the right of Communion. [But now some] with their time [of penance] still unfulfilled . . . they are admitted to Communion, and their name is presented; and while the penitence is not yet performed, confession is not yet made, the hands of the bishop and clergy are not yet laid upon them, the Eucharist is given to them; although it is written, 'Whosoever shall eat the bread and drink the cup of the Lord unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord' [1 Cor. 11:27]" (Letters 9:2 [A.D. 253]). "And do not think, dearest brother, that either the courage of the brethren will be lessened, or that martyrdoms will fail for this cause, that penance is relaxed to the lapsed, and that the hope of peace [i.e., absolution] is offered to the penitent. . . . For to adulterers even a time of repentance is granted by us, and peace is given" (ibid., 51[55]:20). "But I wonder that some are so obstinate as to think that repentance is not to be granted to the lapsed, or to suppose that pardon is to be denied to the penitent, when it is written, 'Remember whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works' [Rev. 2:5], which certainly is said to him who evidently has fallen, and whom the Lord exhorts to rise up again by his deeds [of penance], because it is written, 'Alms deliver from death' [Tob. 12:9]" (ibid., 51[55]:22). Aphraahat the Persian Sage "You [priests], then, who are disciples of our illustrious physician [Christ], you ought not deny a curative to those in need of healing. 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32: Why do I need to confess my sins to a priest?

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Why Should I Confess My Sins to a Priest?

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With each new year come new hopes, new plans, and new opportunities. Fr. Mike points out that this optimism and this “spirit” of New Year’s is a great inspiration of hope for the interior life of the Christian.

For each of us, last year probably had a fair mix of “wins” and “losses” – of joy and suffering. Fr. Mike zeroes in on what was probably the worst evil and the greatest suffering you encountered last year – sin. Sin can lead to discouragement and embarrassment, and those demons can keep us from moving forward in hope. Maybe you’ve been wrestling with the same sin for a long time, or maybe you don’t want to go to the same priest about the same sin again and again. Maybe you feel like giving up.

But we can have hope – “trust in another extended into the future” – in Jesus and in the sacrament of confession. As Fr. Mike’s friend Nick says, “If you fall, fall into the confessional.” Discouragement and embarrassment have no place in the life of the Christian. They keep us in the past, while their converses – hope and humility – keep us moving forward.

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Hope in the New Year

Homily from Ash Wednesday. The goal of the Christian life is to become like Christ. As we begin Lent, we often mistakenly choose arbitrary things to give up or arbitrary ways to pray. But the goal of Lent is more than "doing something difficult" or "getting better". The goal of lent is the imitation of Christ.<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from February 22, 2023:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Joel 2:12-18</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 51:3-4, 5-6, 12-14 and 17</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2</dt> Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

2/22/23 Prototype: Jesus is the Model

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Am I a "Good Person?"

Jeff continues the discussion on how the seven deadly sins can show up in our lives. This week he covers envy, gluttony, avarice, and sloth and all the ways we can participate in these vices, often without realizing it.

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“Jesus said we should mourn with those who mourn and rejoice with those who rejoice. But envy is all upside down. It causes us to rejoice with those who mourn and mourn with those who rejoice.”

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Prof. Bruce Marshall explores the complex theological and philosophical challenges of predestination, examining its biblical foundations, Catholic doctrinal teachings, and the relationship between divine will, human freedom, and universal salvation. This lecture was given on February 28th, 2024, at University of Texas Austin. For more information on upcoming events, visit us at <a href="https://dashboard.cohostpodcasting.com/shows/fedb9eb7-b992-446b-be01-01cd62afd823/episodes/thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events" target="_blank">thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events</a>. About the Speaker: Bruce D. Marshall is Lehman Professor of Christian Doctrine at Southern Methodist University, and in 2023 he held the Aquinas Chair in the Thomistic Institute at the Angelicum in Rome.&nbsp; He is the author of Trinity and Truth and Christology in Conflict, and at present he is completing a book entitled The Primacy of Christ: Faith, Reason, and the Cross.&nbsp; Marshall has written extensively on the doctrines of the Trinity, the person and redemptive work of Christ, the Eucharist, the Catholic Church and non-Christian religions, and the relationship between faith and reason.&nbsp; He received his B.A. from Northwestern University and his Ph.D. from Yale University, and is a past President of the Academy of Catholic Theology. Keywords: Biblical Election, Catholic Doctrine, Council of Trent, Divine Foreknowledge, Ephesians, Free Will, Gaudium Et Spes, Jansenism, Predestination, Romans

Predestination and Human Freedom | Prof. Bruce Marshall

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Finding Peace in the Storm Part 1

Prof. Steven Jensen critically examines transhumanism as a new form of eugenics, arguing that the pursuit of human enhancement through technologies like genetic engineering and brain-computer interfaces repeats the ethical pitfalls of historical eugenics by neglecting the importance of human nature and the distinction between treatment and enhancement. This lecture was given on February 13th, 2025, at Texas A&amp;M University. For more information on upcoming events, visit us at <a href="https://thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events" target="_blank">thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events</a>. About the Speaker: Steven J Jensen, who holds the Bishop Nold Chair in Graduate Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas, Houston, teaches in The Center for Thomistic Studies. His fields of research include bioethics, moral psychology, the philosophy of Thomas Aquinas, human nature, and natural law. He is the author of several books, including Living the Good Life: A Beginner’s Thomistic Ethics and The Human Person: A Beginner’s Thomistic Psychology. Keywords: Bioethics, Brain-Computer Interfaces, CRISPR Technology, Enhancement vs. Treatment, Eugenics, Genetic Engineering, Human Nature, Liberal Eugenics, Steven Jensen, Transhumanism

Transhumanism: The New Eugenics | Prof. Steven Jensen

There are times in our lives when we either hide from God or we feel like God is hiding from us. Today, Jeff uses Scripture to remind us that God is always searching for us no matter how much we try to hide from him. Sometimes it’s not so much about finding God, but rather it’s about letting ourselves be found by him. 

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“You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” - Jeremiah 29:13

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Playing Hide-and-Go Seek with God

We’re familiar with the seven deadly sins, but these vices have offshoots that can be harder to identify. For example, you may not think you have a problem with pride, but if you struggle with disobedience, boastfulness, or stubbornness, you’re grappling with a “child” of pride.

Jeff goes through the offspring of pride, anger, and lust in today’s episode, and will cover the rest of the seven deadly sins next week!

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“Humility is a proper view of who you are in relationship to God. When we walk in humility, the Lord can do amazing things in our lives.”

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If Deadly Sins Had Babies (Part 1)

Homily from the Third Sunday of Advent. No one can take from you what doesn’t belong to you. We all have the temptation to pretend to be someone or something other than we are. To pass ourselves off as someone else…to be an imposter. We do this most often when we know the truth but live in fear of the truth. John the Baptist shows us what it looks like to know the truth and live in the freedom of the truth.<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from December 13, 2020:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Isaiah 61:1-2, 10-11</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Luke 1:46-50, 53-54</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">1 Thessalonians 5:16-24</dt> John 1:6-8, 19-28

12/13/20 "I Am Not"

I can't tell you ladies how excited I am about this episode. I chat with my good friend Christine Malone who is the mother of four beautiful children who were all born prematurely. November 17th is World Prematurity Day. You mamas who have stayed in the nicu with tiny premie babies our hearts are with you and our prayers are for you. If you'd like to support our work, please consider donating a small amount at https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies

122: Preemie Miracles W/ Christine Malone

Today we will talk to St. Thomas Aquinas about how to love and forgive our enemies. --- Love of one's enemies may be understood in three ways. First, as though we were to love our enemies as such: this is perverse, and contrary to charity, since it implies love of that which is evil in another. Secondly love of one's enemies may mean that we love them as to their nature, but in general: and in this sense charity requires that we should love our enemies, namely, that in lovingGod and our neighbor, we should not exclude our enemies from the love given to our neighbor in general. Thirdly, love of one's enemies may be considered as specially directed to them, namely, that we should have a special movement of love towards our enemies. Charity does not require this absolutely, because it does not require that we should have a special movement of love to every individual man, since this would be impossible. Nevertheless charity does require this, in respect of our being prepared in mind, namely, that we should be ready to love our enemies individually, if the necessity were to occur. That man should actually do so, and love his enemy for God's sake, without it being necessary for him to do so, belongs to the perfection of charity. For since man loves his neighbor, out of charity, for God's sake, the more he loves God, the more does he put enmities aside and show love towards his neighbor: thus if we loved a certain man very much, we would love his children though they were unfriendly towards us. This is the sense in which Augustine speaks in the passage quoted in the First Objection, the Reply to which is therefore evident. Reply to Objection 2. Everything naturally hates its contrary as such. Now our enemies are contrary to us, as enemies, wherefore this itself should be hateful to us, for their enmity should displease us. They are not, however, contrary to us, as men and capable of happiness: and it is as such that we are bound to love them. --- Thanks to the following patrons of Pints With Aquinas $20 Jed Florstat Daniel Szafran Phillip Hadden Katie Kuchar Phillipe Ortiz Russell T Potee $10 Malcolm Paul MacDonald Nick Sungenis Kevin Donaoe Dennis Mahoney Katherine Szojka Shawn Pierce Ebitimi Alaibe SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

51: How do I love and forgive my enemies?

Today we begin reading the book of Ecclesiastes! Fr. Mike helps us understand the central theme of this book of wisdom literature- the meaning of life. What truly matters in this passing life? It&#39;s only because God exists that everything matters because our choices and lives will endure into eternity. Today&#39;s readings are 1 Kings 7, Ecclesiastes 1-2, and Psalm 5.

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Day 149: All Is Vanity (2024)

Work is both a gift and a duty. Today, we explore how labor can impact man’s dignity and unite us to Jesus, the carpenter. Fr. Mike emphasizes that work should not be ordered towards economic gain, but rather, it should be ordered toward man’s dignity and the human community. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2426-2436.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

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Day 316: Labor and Social Justice

Continuing our examination of the fifth commandment, we look at various ways in which one may sin against this commandment as it relates to homicide. The Catechism addresses three categories of homicide: direct and intentional killing, indirectly killing, and unintentionally killing. Fr. Mike explores this grave topic with resonating examples and explains the varying degrees of moral culpability. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2268-2269. 

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Day 294: Homicide (2024)

Today on Pints with Aquinas, I'm joined by Fr. James Brent, O.P. Fr. James is professor of philosophy at the Dominican House of Studies, and one of the most brilliant, articulate, and convincing people I've ever met. During this conversation, we dig into the philosophical soil in which atheism grows — particularly the materialist, mechanicist, nominalist, skeptic, and relativist worldviews so prevalent in our culture. We'll tackle the BIG issues, like: • Why saying there is a God or there is no God represent two radically different worldviews • How atheism is, historically, a minority position, and what's happened to change this minority position in modern times • Why true science is actually neutral about the question of God's existence • Why it feels like you're rejecting science when you reject materialism (HINT: You're not!) • The five negative positions that constitute "big tent" Platonism, and why this list is invaluable in discussions with atheists... If you enjoy BIG conversations, then grab your notepad and pen because you're really going to enjoy this episode! Learn more about the Thomistic Institute here: <a href="https://aquinas101.thomisticinstitute.org/">https://aquinas101.thomisticinstitute.org/</a> SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Why People Become Atheists (Fr. James Brent, OP) | Ep. 219

Today on the Abiding Together Podcast, Sister Miriam, Michelle and Heather continue the conversation on Fr. Jacques Philippe's book Searching for and Maintaining Peace. They discuss the importance of learning to fight the right battles and how often the enemy distracts us by enticing us to live small stories and fight the wrong battles, which we often lose or exhaust us. We also talk about being anchored in the identity as children of God, the power we gain from keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, and where our true home is. Visit <a href= "http://www.ascensionpress.com/abidingtogether" rel= "nofollow">www.ascensionpress.com/abidingtogether</a> to subscribe to the shownotes and receive them in your email every Monday! One Thing We Love This Week: Sister Miriam's one thing - <a href= "https://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/messages/lent/documents/papa-francesco_20181004_messaggio-quaresima2019.html" rel="nofollow">Pope Francis's Lenten letter</a> Michelle's one thing - Lauren Daigle - <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7eyU9EPGWo" rel="nofollow">Love Like This</a> Heather's one thing - Documentary movie about Mr. Rogers "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhwktRDG_aQ" rel= "nofollow">Won't You Be My Neighbor</a>" Discussion Questions: 1.) Do you notice in your life that you are putting energy into small stories (battles) rather than the bigger stories that are led by the Holy Spirit? 2.) What does true healing and forgiveness look like? 3.) Am I fighting my battles from a place of my identity being anchored in a beloved daughter/son of God or do I try to fight battles on my own? 4.) What are some practical ways you can you keep in the gaze of God in the busyness of life? Journal Questions: 1.) What are you doing in the area of growing in personal holiness? 2.) Where are you coping out of fear rather than surrendering to the Father? 3.) The psalm say, my home is by your altars. Where do you often make your home instead of by His altars? Quote to Ponder: "Spiritual combat consists precisely in this; defending one's peace of heart against the enemy who attempts to steal it from us" -Fr. Jacques Philippe Scripture for Lectio Divina - John 16:33 "I have told you these things so that you will have peace in Me. In the world you will have trouble, but take courage! I have conquered the world"

S05 Episode 10: Lent Book Study 2 - Fighting the Right Battle

Homily from the Third Sunday of Easter. The first step is to stop. Once we realize that we have to repent...that we are called to "change our minds"...the first step is to stop. To examine what it is that we are thinking and to which thoughts, sins, and false images of God we have made agreements with. And then to break those agreements in order to say "Now I begin".<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from April 14, 2024:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Acts 3:13-15, 17-19</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 4:2, 4, 7-9</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">1 John 2:1-5a</dt> Luke 24:35-48

04/14/24 Nunc Coepi: Breaking Agreements

In our final reading from the Gospel of John, we hear about the crucifixion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Fr. Mike points out the connection between the Paschal lamb and Jesus, and also the connection between the Last Supper and the Crucifixion. Today&#39;s readings are John 19-21 and Proverbs 6:16-22.

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Day 105: It Is Finished (2025)

Happy Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary! But wait... what is the Immaculate Conception? How does that even work? And why does it matter?

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Understanding the Theology of the Immaculate Conception

&quot;A soul cannot live without loving, it must have something to love for it was created to love&quot;Come listen to the story of Saint Catherine of Siena! A mystic and one of the four female Doctors of the church; she changed the world with her sacrificial love. Saints Alive is brought to you by the #1 Catholic Prayer App, Hallow! Sign up today with a <a href='http://hallow.com/saintsalive'>30-day free trial!</a> Please rate, review and share with friends and family! Find out more about Saints Alive at our website: <a href='https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/'>https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/</a>