Podcasts about Aquilina

Discover how second-century figure Marcian used wealth and personal interpretation to reshape Christianity, creating a parallel movement that rejected the Old Testament—and what his story teaches about doctrine, humility, and spiritual responsibility. The post VEC6 – Marcion – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Mike Aquilina's discussion of Nero from the Discerning Hearts podcast, examining early Christian persecution, the witness of martyrs like Peter and Paul, and how historical villains reveal spiritual lessons for today. The post VEC5 – Nero – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Episode 4 - Simon the Magician - "Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians" In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Simon the Magician and learning pride and hubris. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: IF THERE had been supermarket tabloids in Rome of the first century, Simon Magus, or Simon the Magician, would have been on the front pages every week. His story gives us zombies, levitation, a talking dog, a jewel heist, and a prophesying baby, just to name a few of the highlights. But it all begins with a true story in the Acts of the Apostles. The post VEC4 – Simon the Magician – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Mike Aquilina explores the complex figure of Pontius Pilate and offering thought-provoking questions that invite deeper courage, truthfulness, and fidelity to Christ in daily life. The post VEC3 – Pontius Pilate – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Mike Aquilina on the Early Church Fathers, and Debbie Cowden on her book "I Love You More Than Cheese."

In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Caiaphas and the temptation of unholy compromises. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: CAIAPHAS IS mentioned everywhere in the Church Fathers, but almost as furniture—“ and Jesus was brought before Caiaphas.” If the early Christian writers are interested in anything about him, it's that he could prophesy truly because of his office. Otherwise, they don't seem to find much remarkable in him. He's the banality of evil. A bureaucrat. Yet, Caiaphas, like many of the characters caught up in the Passion story, was in a complicated position—more complicated than we may realize when we hear the story in the Gospels. The post VEC2 – Caiaphas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Episode 1 - Judas - "Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians" In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss the "mystery of Judas." An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: What happened to Judas? Was it simple greed that snapped him? That seems unlikely. Thirty pieces of silver was a good bit of money, but Judas was doing all right with his embezzling racket. The Gospels don't tell us his motivation most likely because their writers just didn't know. It was a mystery to them as it is to us. And a lot of the Christian legends that later grew up about Judas seem like popular attempts to psychoanalyze him. Judas was also present for the Last Supper, having a miserable time as Jesus told the disciples that one of them would betray him: “The Son of man goes as it is written of him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! It would have been better for that man if he had not been born” (Matthew 26:24). John tells us that the disciple whom Jesus loved—John himself—asked Jesus who the betrayer would be. “It is he to whom I shall give this morsel when I have dipped it,” Jesus responded, and then dipped the morsel and handed it to Judas. Yet the others still didn't understand what Jesus meant when he said to Judas, “What you are going to do, do quickly” (John 13:26–27). Was he sending Judas out to buy more food? Or to make a donation to the poor from the money box? “So, after receiving the morsel, he immediately went out,” John says, adding the significant detail “and it was night.” Judas walked out of the Last Supper and into the very symbolic darkness (John 13:30). But he knew where to look for Jesus when he came with the police. Judas and the rest of the disciples had often been with Jesus in that pleasant park across the Kidron Valley, the garden of Gethsemane (see John 18:2; Mark 14:32). That was where Judas led the soldiers to arrest Jesus. The post VEC1 – Judas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Pat Driscoll on learning to be ok with silence, Fran Maier on the devil and the duck speakers, and Mike Aquilina continues his series on the early Church fathers.

Fr. Pat Driscoll on God's will vs his permission, Mike Aquilina on Lactantius, and Michael Pakaluk covers his article "The Shock of Holiness."

Tom Riello on Wrestling with God, Mike Aquilina continues his series on the early church fathers, and Dan Burke on Finding Peace in the Storm.

In this episode Charbel speaks with author and co-founder of the St Paul Centre, Mike Aquilina. They discuss the early church fathers and the rapid growth of the universal church in the face of such adversity. Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing-list/ Parousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness of truth! If you wish to help us in our mission with a donation please visit our website here https://www.parousiamedia.com/donate/ to learn ways that you can contribute.

Danielle Aquilina has forged a path from slam poetry to devising her own award winning play, taking on the taboo topic of women's bodies with fearless abandon.Fat Girl may sound like a confronting title for a one woman show, but as Danielle tells us on Streets of Your Town - it's an apt moniker for her unapologetic take on body dysmorphia, societal norms, and inner demons.She's fresh from winning the 2025 Darwin Fringe Festival “Risky Award”, and is now taking her defiant show on the road with a quick season in her home town of Brisbane, and invitations to take it further afield.Drawing on her background in improvisational comedy and blending that with live performance, Danielle brings disarming honesty to the stage to make us all take a sharp breath before questioning our own assumptions, with a deeply personal yet universal story of reclaiming space, voice and worth.https://anywhere.is/event/fat-girl/For more shownotes and links - please go to my Streets of Your Town magazine for this episode at soyt.substack.comnancehaxton.com.au

Welcome to the Word of Life AG podcast! Today Pastor Brian is sharing as part of our Summer of Prayer series… If you're looking for next steps, please head to our website at https://www.wordoflifeag.org/

Staff Meeting: Keeping Your Spiritual Freshness Alive - Pastor Bryan Thiel-Aquilina (07/22/2025) by Word of Life Assembly of God

Tom Riello on Steubenville Atlanta, Mike Aquilina on Athanasius, and Patti Armstrong on what the devil can gain from false apparitions.

Joseph Pronechen on why now is the perfect time to invite someone to Mass, Mike Aquilina on Cyprian of Carthage, and Caroline Perkins discusses passing the faith down to children.

David Bonagura on preparing for life under Pope Leo XIV, Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, and Mike Aquilina continues his series on the early church fathers.

Tom Riello on 10 facts about US Catholics, Mike Aquilina discusses Hippolytus, and Dan Burke has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

John's program this week is a repeat of his conversation with Judge Rosemary Aquilina, Ingham County, Michigan Circuit Judge, famous for her sentencing of Dr. Larry Nassar for his crimes against American gymnasts. She is also a published novelist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Bonaugra on the difference between being spiritual and religious, Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic Perspective, and Mike Aquilina discusses the Early Church Fathers.

Mike Aquilina offers the compelling story of the St. Perpetua and her great friend and sister in the faith, St. Felicity. From CNA: Saints Perpetua and Felicity were martyrs who died for the faith around the year 203. St. Perpetua was a young, well-educated, noblewoman and mother living in the city of Carthage in North Africa. Her mother was a Christian and her father was a pagan. In terms of her faith, Perpetua followed the example of her mother. Despite the pleas of her father to deny her faith, Perpetua did the very opposite, and fearlessly proclaimed it. At the age of 22, she was imprisoned for her faith. While in prison she continued to care for her infant child and put up with the tortures designed to make her renounce her faith. Perpetua remained steadfast until the end. St. Perpetua was sacrificed at the games as a public spectacle for not renouncing her faith. St. Felicity was a pregnant slave girl who was imprisoned with St. Perpetua. Little is known about the life of St. Felicity because, unlike Perpetua, she did not keep a diary of her life. After imprisonment and torture, Felicity was also condemned to die at the games. Only a few days before her execution, Felicity gave birth to a daughter who was secretly taken away to be cared for by some of the Faithful. The feast of these Saints is March 7 The post The Story of St. Perpetua – In Conversation with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

The Holy Father has proclaimed 2025 as a Jubilee year, and pilgrims are already flocking to Rome to cross the thresholds of the major basilicas, and to visit the tombs of Sts. Peter and Paul. Original host of the Way of the Fathers podcast, Mike Aquilina, and current host of the podcast, James L. Papandrea, talk about jubilee and pilgrimage, and introduce listeners to the first (of hopefully many) Way of the Fathers pilgrimage. If you're interested in going on pilgrimage to Sicily, December 1-11, 2025, with Mike, and Jim, and Fr. Kevin Barrett, you can find more information at this link:    https://www.206tours.com/cms/stpaulcenter/aquilina/   Why Sicily?    “Sicily,” said Goethe, “is the key to everything.” It was the site where Plato imagined his perfect republic. Sicily gave Rome its first taste of Empire. Homer set much of his Odyssey in Sicily: Scylla and Charybdis, the forge of Hephaestus … It's the land of the Cyclops, the place where Icarus hit the ground when his wings began to melt. St. Paul spent three days there. For St. Augustine it was a land of wonders — a mountain that burned always and was not consumed. For St. Basil it was a synonym for luxury. Sicily was the definition of Hellenic. It was profoundly Latin. It was the land that gave the Church its Greek popes. It was the land that gave the Church its virgin-martyrs, Agatha and Lucy. For those who suffer ailments of the eye or breast, it is a pilgrim destination. It's Byzantine. It's Roman. It's Phoenician and African. It's stubbornly Christian through years of Muslim rule. It's Norman. It's Spanish. It's stunningly beautiful. The food is amazing. It's where the Godfather movies were filmed. In December it will be warm there and offer unusual wares and delights for Christmas shoppers. Consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage, co-sponsored by the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, 206 Tours, and the Apostolate for Family Consecration. (This pilgrimage is not run by CatholicCulture.org.)   SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter: https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters

Tom Riello on the beauty of Mary's "Yes," Mike Aquilina on St. Irenaeus, and Pat Arensberg on setting your eyes on eternity. 

Mike Aquilina shares with us the story of St. Agnes. A young girl who would help to break open the hearts of many so that grace could pour in. She was "a lamb for Christ". - A prayer to St. Agnes Let us gain courage for our own battle by honoring the martyrdom of the glorious virgin Agnes. St. Agnes, vessel of honor, flower of unfading fragrance,beloved of the choirs of Angels,you are an example to the worth of virtue and chastity. O you who wear a Martyr's palm and a virgin's wreath, pray for us that, though unworthy of a special crown, we may have our names written in the list of Saints. The post St. Agnes, A Lamb for Christ – In Conversation With Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

St. Anthony of the Desert, Father of the Church – In Conversation With Mike Aquilina Born: c. 251, Herakleopolis Magna, Egypt Died: 356, Mount Colzim, Egypt With Kris and Bruce McGregor, Mike Aquilina discusses the life and influence of St. Anthony of the Desert, a foundational figure in Christian monasticism. St. Anthony, renowned for his ... Read more The post St. Anthony of the Desert, Father of the Church – In Conversation With Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr Larry Chapp on the oversaturated voices of liberal reformers, Mike Aquilina continues his Early Church Fathers series, and Brad Miner on Popes meeting with the POTUS. 

Ken talks with Mike Aquilina “Fathers of the Faith: Saint Athanasius” and “Fathers of the Faith: Saint John Chrysostom” (Our Sunday Visitor) and Elise Crawford Gallagher “Holy Ambition: Thriving as a Catholic Woman at Work and at Home” (Ave Maria Press). Mike's book available at: https://www.orderosv.com/Search?q=aquilina  and Elise's at: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/holy-ambition  Follow Mike at: https://fathersofthechurch.com/    Follow Catholic Women in Business at: https://catholicwomeninbusiness.com/ L'articolo Meet the Author with Ken Huck – January 9, 2025 – Mike Aquilina “Fathers of the Faith: Saint Athanasius” and “Fathers of the Faith: Saint John Chrysostom” and Elise Crawford Gallagher “Holy Ambition: Thriving as a Catholic Woman at Work and at Home” proviene da Radio Maria.

In the dark days of the reign of Herod, the descendants of King David lived under the radar in humility even as they awaited the imminent arrival of the Messiah. A (probably young) man named Joseph lived in the town of Nazareth and would become the earthly father of Jesus - the child of Mary & the Holy Spirit. Mike Aquilina has written a book that places us in Nazareth, Jerusalem, and the region to see what day-to-day life was life among David's descendants. Mike and Bishop Caggiano talk about St Joseph and His World on Let Me Be Frank… detailing Joseph's four interactions with angels, his silence, the 1000-mile flight to Egypt, his life as a carpenter in Nazareth, and much more. As the Feast of the Holy Family approaches, this is a fascinating conversation about Joseph and his relationship with Mary & Jesus.

Staff Meeting: Be Directed by the leading of God - Pastor Bryan Thiel-Aquilina (12/17/2024) by Word of Life Assembly of God

Mike Aquilina discusses St. Polycarp of Smyrna, and Tom Hoopes covers his article "In Praise of Catholic Church Ladies."

Mike Aquilina is BACK with a Brand-New Book!

Summary of the EpisodeIn this episode of Good Distinctions, host Will Wright interviews Mike Aquilina, co-founder of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology and author of the book 'Rabbles, Riots, and Ruins: 12 Ancient Cities and How They Were Evangelized'. Aquilina discusses his interest in the Fathers of the Church and his goal of providing an imaginative entry into the ancient world through his books. He highlights the importance of friendship and conversation in the spread of Christianity in ancient cities and draws parallels to the modern world's need for genuine connection. Aquilina recommends books by Robert Louis Wilken and Rodney Stark for further exploration of the early Church and the role of cities in evangelization.Buy the Book Today - Ignatius PressRabbles, Riots, and Ruins: Twelve Ancient Cities and How They Were Evangelized - https://ignatius.com/rabbles-riots-and-ruins-rrrp/Takeaways* The early Christians spread the gospel through friendship and conversation, utilizing the roads and trade routes of the Roman Empire.* The Romans had a cosmopolitan sense and were open to other peoples, cultures, and religions, which facilitated the spread of Christianity.* The early Christians' commitment to friendship and genuine connection is a model for combating loneliness and isolation in the modern world.* Reading the writings of the Church Fathers provides a sense of connection to the roots of Christianity and the enduring nature of the Church.KeywordsMike Aquilina, St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, Fathers of the Church, ancient cities, evangelization, friendship, conversation, early Christianity, Roman EmpireThanks for listening to Good Distinctions! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.gooddistinctions.com

Mike Aquilina discusses the impact and courage of St. Ignatius of Antioch, and Joseph Pronechan  shares the story of the Shreveport martyrs.

When we declare that Catholicism is two thousand years old, we must do so knowing that this means the earliest days of the Church were, at times, peculiar and challenging. The liturgy had to be developed, sacramental practices clarified, disputes settled, and the life of the Church established as we now know it. Mike Aquilina, Catholic scholar and prolific author, discusses the unusual practices of the Church's first few hundred years and how they led to some of today's most cherished traditions. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

Mike Aquilina continues his series on the early church fathers, James Kalb asks whether our democracy is even real, and Ellen Taylor drops the blogosphere.

Father Dave welcomes Church historian and friend of the show Mike Aquilina to discuss his latest book, “Rabbles, Riots, and Ruins: Twelve Ancient Cities and How They Were Evangelized.” Mike is Executive Vice President and trustee of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology in Steubenville, Ohio.

Ken talks with Mike Aquilina “Rabbles Riots and Ruins: Twelve Ancient Cities and How They Were Evangelized” (Ignatius Press) and Joel Peters “Sola Scriptura Doesn't Work: 25 Practical Reason to Reject the Doctrine of ‘Bible Alone” (Catholic Answers Press). Mike's book available at: https://ignatius.com/rabbles-riots-and-ruins-rrrp/ and Joel's book at: https://shop.catholic.com/sola-scriptura-doesnt-work/ Follow Mike at: https://fathersofthechurch.com/ L'articolo Meet the Author with Ken Huck – September 19, 2024 –  Mike Aquilina “Rabbles Riots and Ruins: Twelve Ancient Cities and How They Were Evangelized” and Joel Peters “Sola Scriptura Doesn't Work: 25 Practical Reason to Reject the Doctrine of ‘Bible Alone”  proviene da Radio Maria.

As our guest Judge Rose Marie Aquilina stated in her outstanding Tedx talk, "failure is a teachable moment in your life"!  That quote fully captures this hour long conversation with a legend!  "Being fearless is contagious", another quote from Rosie (Judge Aquilina). This really lays out how impactful her life story is to hear.Join us for this wonderful conversation and please remember to subscribe to the channels that fit your days best, and share with those you think should hear our Re-fired messgage!'The Tom Matt Show' Heard on-The Michigan Talk NetworkWKAR Michigan State Universities AM 870 & 102.3 FMWJIM-AM 1240 LansingWYPV FM 94.5 Mackinac CityWGHN-92.1 FM Grand Havenwww.tommattshow.com(podcasts)iTunesFor more information on past guests, Tom's published books, and how to get in touch, please visit our newly updated website at https://www.tommattshow.com#RFZ #radio #broadcasting #podcast #lansing #michiganradio #mab #msu #mentalhealth  #bodyandmind #teachablemoments #rosemarieaquilina #beingfearless #womeninlaw #sistersurvivorsThank you to Brock Fletcher and the selling team of Keller Williams Realty for their continued support of our programming!'The Tom Matt Show' Heard on-The Michigan Talk NetworkWKAR Michigan State Universities AM 870 & 102.3 FMWJIM-AM 1240 LansingWYPV FM 94.5 Mackinac Citywww.tommattshow.com(podcasts)iTunesFor more information on past guests, Tom's published books, and how to get in touch, please visit our newly updated website at https://www.tommattshow.com#RFZ #radio #broadcasting #podcast #michiganradio #lansing #michiganradio #mab #refirementzone #successstory #humaninterestpodcast #selfhelppodcast

Tom Riello discusses the feast of St. Augustine, Mike Aquilina begins his series on the early church fathers, and Coach David Offerle tells us about the upcoming dedication of St. Michael's new football stadium!

Mike Aquilina joins Steve and Becky to explore the stories of the ancient Christian world and what evangelization looked like there. His book is Rabbles, Riots and Ruins: Twelve Ancient Cities and How They Were Evangelized.

Mike Aquilina, Co-Founder of The St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, is a widely recognized Catholic author and lecturer, and popular Church Historian. He is the host of seasons 1-3 of The Way of the Fathers Podcast at CatholicCulture.org Together with Adam Lucas, Mike is the co-author of Feasts of our Fathers : Praying the Church Year with the Early Christians published by Catholic Answers. You can learn more about it at Catholic.com.

Tom McDonald discusses the TV series Lost. Mike Aquilina covers his book: Rabbles, Riots, and Ruins. Deacon Robert Kirby provides our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

What better rule for organizing your prayer life than the Church's ancient liturgical calendar? And what better guide to unpacking the riches of that Catholic rhythm of seasons and feasts than the Fathers of the Church? Brenda learns more from Mike Aquilina's and his new book, "Feasts Of Our Fathers: Praying the Church Year with the Early Christians."Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

Mike Aquilina joins Steve and Becky to invite listeners to enter into a liturgical rhythm of prayer inspired by the Chruch Fathers. His new book is Feasts of Our Fathers: Praying the Church Year with the Early Christians.

LA Catholic Morning June 7, 2024 with Tom McDonald, Mike Aquilina, and Fr Andrew Jones!

We welcome back Mike Aquilina of of The Saint Paul Center for Biblical Theology to continue our week long assessment of the latest document out of Rome. What is the historical and biblical basis for Marian apparitions, and why should we still pay attention to them today? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.   Show Notes Mike Aquilina's Website Norms of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith for proceeding in the discernment of alleged supernatural phenomena Reporting of Diane Montagna #1 Reporting of Diane Montagna #2 The Biblical Roots of the Marian Doctrines | Catholic Answers Magazine  Enthusiasm: A Chapter in the History of Religion - Ronald Knox Protestant Objections to Mary (Mike Aquilina) 8/16/23 Mary's Voice in The Gospel of John  (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 02/24/21 Mary's Voice in the Gospel According to John Keeping Mary Close: Devotion to Our Lady through the Ages – Mike Aquilina History's Queen: Exploring Mary's Pivotal Role from Age to Age | Ave Maria Press Mary in Early Christian Faith and Devotion:  Stephen Shoemaker Peoria Diocese to reduce the number of parishes in the diocese by half | Catholic News Agency Catholic diocesan hermit approved by Kentucky bishop comes out as transgender Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

Ape-ril is OVER!!! May has begun and we are one step closer to the premiere of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. This week we discuss what may consider a tremendous sequel, but does it pass the Sequel Rights crew's discerning taste?! Special guest Tyler Aquilina joins us to talk the Matt Reeves helmed film Dawn of the Planet of the Apes. Star ratings help us build our audience! Please rate/review/subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, and share us with your bus bound ape fellowsl! Email us at sequelrights@gmail.com with feedback or suggestions on future franchises! Special Guest: Tyler Aquilina.

Heidi Hess Saxton and Maria Morera Johnson welcome Mike Aquilina, author of St. Joseph and His World(Scepter Press). Mike Aquilina is a Catholic author and journalist working in the area of Church history, especially patristics. He is executive vice-president of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, a Catholic research center based in Steubenville, Ohio. On this the Solemnity of St. Joseph, we asked him to talk with us about his book, St. Joseph and His World (Scepter Press) Links in Show: St Joseph and His World