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Fr. Sean is joined by former host, Fr. Michael O'Loughlin, for a special conversation about their upcoming pilgrimage to Rome, along with a discussion on the Incarnation.

An Incarnational Pilgrimage

Jerome Lejeune

In this thought-provoking podcast, Fr. John proposes the question, &quot;Am I living my Catholic faith in the world as a utopian or an eschatological thinker?&quot;. Tune in as he and Fr. Sean discuss the damaging effects of trying to build a utopia within a society and how the real utopia is not of this world.

Eschatology and Utopia

How do Catholics interpret Scripture? Fr. Mike breaks down the three basic principles for interpreting Scripture: attentiveness to the content and unity of the whole Bible, reading Scripture within the living Tradition of the Church, and attentiveness to the analogy of Faith. These criteria allow the Church to interpret Scripture accurately and prevent us from taking Scripture out of context. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs are 109-114. 

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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Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Day 15: Interpreting Scripture (2025)

First, whatever a thing has besides its essence must be caused either by the constituent principles of that essence (like a property that necessarily accompanies the species--as the faculty of laughing is proper to a man--and is caused by the constituent principles of the species), or by some exterior agent--as heat is caused in water by fire. Therefore, if the existence of a thing differs from its essence, this existence must be caused either by some exterior agent or by its essential principles. Now it is impossible for a thing's existence to be caused by its essential constituent principles, for nothing can be the sufficient cause of its own existence, if its existence is caused. Therefore that thing, whose existence differs from its essence, must have its existence caused by another. But this cannot be true of God; because we call God the first efficient cause. Therefore it is impossible that in God His existence should differ from His essence. Secondly, existence is that which makes every form or nature actual; for goodness and humanity are spoken of as actual, only because they are spoken of as existing. Therefore existence must be compared to essence, if the latter is a distinct reality, as actuality to potentiality. Therefore, since in God there is no potentiality, as shown above (Article 1), it follows that in Him essence does not differ from existence. Therefore His essence is His existence. Thirdly, because, just as that which has fire, but is not itself fire, is on fire by participation; so that which has existence but is not existence, is a being by participation. But God is His own essence, as shown above (Article 3) if, therefore, He is not His own existence He will be not essential, but participated being. He will not therefore be the first being--which is absurd. Therefore God is His own existence, and not merely His own essence. ST. 1. Q3. A4. 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>

07: Who created God?

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Fasting Makes a Comeback | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

“Arise, soldiers of Christ, throw away the works of darkness and put on the armor of light”Today, we’ll hear the story of Saint Cecilia, one of the earliest and most famous Roman martyrs. In our episode today, we’ll hear not only her story but the story of her courageous and faithful husband Valerian. Together, they brought many souls to Christ and ultimately gave their lives as martyrs. Because Saint Cecilia is the patroness of music, we have two brand new original pieces written for this episode! Tune in today to hear the beautiful music and story of Saint Cecilia!Parental Guidance: True to the story of Saint Cecilia, both she and her husband Valerian were martyred for their faith. For sensitive listeners, parents may want to preview episode before listening with little ones. Original songs written by Patrick O’Connell and performed by Stacey SumereauSaints 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>

Saint Cecilia

As Fr. Mark-Mary mentioned, the friars will be taking a meaningful break to embrace the rest and the joy of the Jubilee Year. While they are away, please enjoy listening (or re-listening) to this previously released episode, and join us in continuing to pray for Fr. Mark-Mary, Fr. Innocent, Fr. Angelus, and Fr. PT as they follow God's will and heed the call of the Jubilee. 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! --- What makes us most free, is this submitting to God and this dependence on Him. Yes, freedom is actually dependent on obedience rather than kind of doing whatever I want. When we fall in love with God and we experience that love, this deep interior freedom takes place and it becomes the most important thing of our lives—even to a point that is greater than our circumstances. This episode is the first part of our series on Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacque Philippe that talks about what it means to live in freedom as sons and daughters of God and how this freedom can become greater than the circumstances of our lives.We cannot grow in freedom unless we grow in faith, hope and love—that's the recipe for freedom. Faith, hope and love are the three theological virtues that connect us to God. As Christians, we are people who believe in God, hope everything from Him, and want to love Him with all their hearts and to love their neighbors. This episode is the third part of our series on Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacque Philippe that talks about the key role of theological virtues in acquiring internal freedom with a particular focus on the importance of Hope. An invitation to freedom for those who feel defeated and those who might've lost a sense of hope in the Lord.

Hope For Everything (2023)

In this week's episode, we model what it looks like to pray Lectio Divina, which is a divine reading of Sacred Scripture. We begin by sharing the different ways we spend time in Sacred Scripture, how it has impacted our lives, and model how to pray Lectio Divina. We invite you to follow along and join us as we spend time reading and reflecting on John 15:5-8. Sacred Scripture is the voice of God and what He has said is alive forever and relevant to our lives in all situations. We encourage you to journey with us as we deepen our relationship with God through His word. Heather's One Thing - Franciscan University's <a href="https://austria.franciscan.edu/">Austria Study Abroad Program</a> and <a href= "https://faithandreason.com/pilgrimage/guadalupe-pilgrimage/">Guadalupe Pilgrimage</a> Sister Miriam's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.fathomevents.com/events/radiating-joy-the-michelle-duppong-story/"> FOCUS film Radiating Joy: The Michelle Duppong Story</a> (<a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsGUK0S571w">trailer here</a>) Michelle's One Thing - Praying for anyone affected by hurricane Helene <a href= "https://ccdoc.org/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1V10IkMzpK0BpAu-SeVW6950IdmA9XZg24UP93HwG24EKeV2HGHbR6VXE_aem_3cgDFickPdP4rZpW5wEN3Q"> Catholic Charities</a>, <a href= "https://www.samaritanspurse.org/article/pray-for-those-in-helenes-path/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR10WgM_aH-9XVq4G_0kewvTCJhLKfLrm_4uyh3tRN_zUDWVF5l6wQl6kfk_aem_OGrBj8zf1Ykt15FQcnXTAA"> Samaritan's Purse</a>, <a href= "https://www.changelivesnow.org">Change Lives Now</a> Other Resources Mentioned: <a href= "https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/vocations/lectio-divina-on-the-meaning-of-a-call#:~:text=%E2%80%9CIt%20is%20especially%20necessary%20that,directs%20and%20shapes%20our%20lives.%E2%80%9D"> Steps for Lectio Divina</a> and <a href= "https://www.usccb.org/bible/national-bible-week/upload/lectio-divina.pdf"> The Art and Practice of Lectio Divina</a> Announcement: We are so excited to announce that we will have new Abiding Together shirts in our shop next week! Follow us on social media for all the latest updates! Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When do I encounter the Scriptures throughout my day?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Do I incorporate Lectio Divina into my prayer routine?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What obstacles prevent me from entering into Lectio Divina?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How can I begin to incorporate Lectio Divina more frequently into my prayer?</li> </ul> Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How have you been nourished by the Word of God?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Have you struggled to hear the voice of God in the past?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When do you hear the voice of God in this season of your life?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What stuck out to you during the Lectio Divina within the episode?</li> </ul> Scripture for Lectio: "I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit; because apart from me you can do nothing. Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire and burned. If you abide in me and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and become my disciples." (John 15:5-8) Sponsor - Emmaus Road Publishing: Introducing Saints Around the World for Little Ones, a new six-volume collection from Emmaus Road Publishing! Following the success of the original Saints Around the World, this set for ages 0-8 shares the inspiring stories of 90 saints, presented through stunning illustrations and child-friendly text. Each book focuses on different types of saints—from young adventurers to warriors and royalty. You can purchase the books individually or get the whole set at a 15% discount, and you can use promo code Abide10 for an additional 10% off your purchase! Get them today at <a href= "https://stpaulcenter.com/saints">stpaulcenter.com/saints</a>. Timestamps: 00:00 - Emmaus Road Publishing 01:09 - Intro 02:01 - Welcome 07:23 - Sacred Scripture in Our Lives 12:45 - How to Pray Lectio Divina 15:37 - First Reading 17:59 - Second Reading 19:23 - Third Reading 21:01 - Reflections 28:23 - One Things 32:06 - Announcement

S15 E4 - Lectio Divina

“Whatever God wants” Today, we bring you the story of an ordinary mother who had a zealous love for life and the souls she encountered. Saint Gianna lived a simple life as a wife, mother and doctor and found Christ by making every moment holy. Many remember Gianna for her heroism in the final days of her life, but the reality is that she lived a life of heroic love the entirety of her life. That is what made her a saint, and what makes this story the type of adventure that can only be found in the saints! Come listen to her story like never before!Parental Guidance: True to the story, Saint Gianna died at the age of 39 after giving birth to her fourth child. For little listeners, you can pre-screen and/or skip 28:19-35:00  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>