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EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.org SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org Brian Burch has been sworn in as Ambassador and LOOPcast takes a walk down memory lane. Pope Leo weighs in on Pachamama drama and takes his own walk into some sacred caves. Trump shows off his hats, and VA public schools sink to new levels of depravity. Finally, can you tell the difference between Bishop Barron and his AI imposter? All this and more on the LOOPcast!Did you know… LOOPcast is on your favorite podcast platform. Subscribe on Apple, Google Podcasts, or wherever you listen!All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.This podcast is sponsored by Charity Mobile! New customers can get a free phone after instant credit, plus free activation and free standard shipping, when they switch to Charity Mobile with promo code LOOPCAST at https://www.charitymobile.com/loopcast. TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!04:51 – Charity Mobile!06:49 – Pope Leo on Pachemama26:15 – Pope Leo in the caves27:46 – Zelensky at the White House39:50 – Good News!52:46 – Twilight Zone
Friends of the Rosary,In today's reading (Matthew 19:16-22), Christ Jesus encourages us, through the words to the rich young man, to be perfect and cultivate a treasure in heaven by avoiding any attachment to material possessions.He says, “If you wish to be perfect, go,sell what you have and give to the poor,and you will have treasure in heaven.Then come, follow me.”God, pure love, means a life in friendship with him, of self-forgetting love. This should bring us to cut out of our lives certain things that impede love.Bishop Barron writes, “The spiritual life, at the highest pitch, is about giving your life away, and this is why his many possessions are a problem.”“And at this point the young man tragically balks.”Christ Jesus is the fulfillment, the infinite good and love that the soul wants.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• August 18, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
Journey Home Highlights with Matt Swaim. Father Jeffrey Kirby joins to the spiritual life, and how it involved battles within ourselves. T's Two Sense offers a look a Jeremiah with help from Bishop Barron, and Annette Bergeon of ENDOW visits to discuss reclaiming a Quinceanera as a rite of faith.
Two of the most influential bishops from the Anglican and Catholic church - NT Wright and Robert Barron - met for the first time in a live conversation chaired by Justin Brierley. Among many topics they discuss signs of a rebirth, re-engaging the Bible, JD Vance's 'Ordo Amoris' controversy and whether Catholics and Protestants can share communion. Recorded in front of a live audience at the Word On Fire Conference, London. 'Responding To The Rebirth' Conference: http://rebirthconference.net/ More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/ Support via Patreon for early access to new episodes and bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/justinbrierley/membership Support via Tax-deductible (USA) and get the same perks: https://defendersmedia.com/portfolio/justin-brierley/ Give a one-off gift via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/brierleyjustin Buy the book or get a signed copy: https://justinbrierley.com/the-surprising-rebirth-of-belief-in-god/ Got feedback? Share it with us by emailing: feedback@think.faith Ep 18 show notes: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/season-2-episode-18-ntw-barron The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God is a production of Think Faith in partnership with Genexis, and support from The Jerusalem Trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week we bring you the first half of a recent discussion between Managing Editor of the Word on Fire Evangelization & Culture Journal, Dr. Tod Worner, and Bishop Barron. The two discuss the meaning, purpose, and objectivity of beauty. 00:00 | Introduction 00:56 | What is beauty? 09:24 | What is a transcendental, and why does beauty qualify? 13:08 | What is it about beauty that quickens the heart? 16:54 | Is beauty a means to an end or an end in itself? 23:58 | Does beauty lie in the eye of the beholder and is it ephemeral or eternal? 36:05 | Join the Word on Fire Institute Links: Full episode on the Evangelization & Culture Podcast: https://www.wordonfire.org/videos/evangelization-and-culture-podcast/ep54-what-is-beauty-bishop-barron/ Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
Monseigneur Rylander, Faith, Bishop Barron, Rush Limbaugh, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
This week, we discuss the nature of faith, and what it means for the Christian life. The Sunday readings discussed can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/081025.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated Basically Related is a Catholic podcast hosted by L.A.Benson and Matt Hylom, discussing scripture, culture, psychology, religion, and philosophy. New episodes are released every Monday and Friday. L.A.Benson is an OCDS Carmelite with an MTS in Theology Matt Hylom is an artist, singer-songwriter, and music producer A few names frequent our discussion, with saints such as Bonaventure, Dionysius the Areopagite, Maximus the Confessor, John of the Cross, Augustine, Gregory of Nyssa, Thomas Aquinas, and John Henry Newman. Other thinkers (philosophers, theologians, psychologists, artists, etc.) discussed include Plato, Aristotle, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Dante, Josef Pieper, Pope Benedict XVI (Joseph Ratzinger), Hans Urs von Balthasar, Carl Jung, Victor Frankl, Fr. Victor White, Jordan Peterson, Jonathan Pageau, John Vervaeke, Ian McGilchrist, and Bishop Barron.
John the Baptist’s role as the Preparer for one greater than himself was vital to the Gospels’ Messiah narrative. E128. Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN John the Baptist books available at https://amzn.to/3LCfQy1 Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Gospel of John available at https://amzn.to/3AozdbL ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORY OF NORTH AMERICA podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Mark's TIMELINE Video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credit: Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons-Episode 06jan2021 The God Who Enters Our Muddy Waters (Word on Fire Catholic Ministries). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, we're listening to a talk Bishop Barron gave within one of his classic study programs, the Eucharist series. He addresses Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist. Enjoy. Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
Ronald Reagan, choir, Bishop Barron, Rush Limbaugh, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Bernie Mac, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, The Collapse of Parenting, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Author George Weigel talks with Teresa about his book "Pomp and Circumstance". Fact Check Friday helps us discern what the news media has us digest. Dr. Matthew Bunson visits to highlight an upcoming pilgrimage that walks in the footsteps of the Popes. Plus, Dr Matthew Petrusek talks strengthening Catholic identity in Catholic Schools...and Two Sense gives a glance at Bishop Barron's message to Youth in Rome!
John the Baptist’s role as the Preparer for one greater than himself was vital to the Gospels’ Messiah narrative. John the Baptist and his pre-messianic preachings about repentance and God's final judgement would form the bedrock of the early Christian faith. E126. Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN John the Baptist books available at https://amzn.to/3LCfQy1 Gospel of Matthew available at https://amzn.to/3LEeP8F ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORY OF NORTH AMERICA podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Mark's TIMELINE Video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credit: Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons-Episodes Go Meet John the Baptist Nov. 29, 2022; A Voice in the Desert Dec. 9, 2001; Repent! Dec. 9, 2007 (Word on Fire Catholic Ministries). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joan Rivers, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Apollo, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Johnny Carson, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Jordan Peterson, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Drew Lynch, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Donald Trump, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Matt Friend, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Moral Politics, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
John the Baptist lives in the desert, the place of no distraction, and he speaks a message of repentance and the confession of sin. E125. Bishop Robert Barron books available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN John the Baptist books available at https://amzn.to/3LCfQy1 Gospel of Matthew available at https://amzn.to/3LEeP8F ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORY OF NORTH AMERICA podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Mark's TIMELINE Video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credit: Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons-Episodes Go Meet John the Baptist Nov. 29, 2022; A Voice in the Desert Dec. 9, 2001; Repent! Dec. 9, 2007 (Word on Fire Catholic Ministries). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bishop Barron argues that the Reformation's legacy is 30,000 denominations and doctrinal chaos. Is Protestantism fatally fractured? Michael Horton, Bob Hiller, Walter Strickland, and Justin Holcomb address the charge of division by exploring the Protestant understanding of visible and invisible church unity, the authority of Scripture, and the nature of confessional agreement. FREE BOOKLET—the four key differences that still divide Protestants and Roman Catholics: https://solamedia.org/offers/whatstilldividesus/ FOLLOW US YouTube | Instagram | X/Twitter | Facebook | Newsletter WHO WE ARE Sola is home to White Horse Inn, Core Christianity, Modern Reformation, and Theo Global. Our mission is to serve today's global church by producing resources for reformation grounded in the historic Christian faith. Our vision is to see reformation in hearts, homes, and churches around the world. Learn more: https://solamedia.org/
Father Roshan, Deep Breath, Bishop Barron, Rush Limbaugh, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Katie Boyle, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Jordan Peterson, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Mitch Hedberg, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, The Collapse of Parenting, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Nate Jackson, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Apollo, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Matt Richards, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, President Trump, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
We bring you the second half of Bishop Barron's keynote address at this year's inaugural international Evangelisation & Culture conference in London. In the first half, Bishop Barron focused on the first two of four themes of the Bible, namely, creation and the God of Israel. Today, we conclude his address with the final two themes, right praise and kingship, and we learn how these patterns are gathered together in Christ Jesus. Link: Part 1 of this keynote address: https://www.wordonfire.org/videos/wordonfire-show/wof-497-four-culminating-themes-of-the-bible-part-1/ Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
Rodney Dangerfield, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Moral Politics, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Father Roshan, Rivers of Belief, Bishop Barron, Rush Limbaugh, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Paul Virzi, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, The Collapse of Parenting, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Rodney Dangerfield, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Jordan Peterson, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Jessica Kirson, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Donald Trump, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Charlie Callas, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Apollo, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
Mitch Hedberg, introduction, Serenity Prayer, patriotic song, headlines, election corner, military shorts, motivation, meditation, Daily Stoic, Bishop Barron, Ayn Rand Quote, psychopathy, Varney and Company, miscellaneous, Moral Politics, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.
I had the privilege of listening to Bishop Barron preach on how Jesus is like the Good Samaritan. My favorite part of the homily is that the Catholic Church is kind of like the inn. We are helping those wounded by sin recover from their injuries.
What is the Bible, really, and how do we read it? How can we say that the Bible is both the Word of God and the work of human authors? What should we do when we come across a tricky passage that we don't know how to interpret? Welcome to our next deep dive! In these next few episodes, we'll unpack some of the most common questions about the Bible, and lay a foundation for how to approach it as Catholics. Donate via PayPalSupport us on Patreon!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:Catechism of the Catholic Church, pts. 101-141Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, Dei VerbumBenedict XVI, Verbum DominiThe Catholic Encyclopedia, "Bible"Scott Hahn, Tools for Bible StudyMark Shea, The Catholic Weekly: The Four Senses of Scripture: The Literal SenseThe Four Senses of Scripture: The Allegorical SenseThe Four Senses of Scripture: Part 3 The Moral Sense of ScriptureThe Four Senses of Scripture: Part 4 The Anagogical Sense of ScriptureCatholic Answers:We're Not a ‘Religion of the Book'One Text, Four SensesHow to Read the BibleHow to Read the Bible as a CatholicFiguring out the Bible?United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Understanding the BibleAscension Presents:Ways to Read the BibleHow to Start Reading the Bible in 10 StepsPeter Kreeft, You Can Understand the BibleThe St Paul CentreBishop Barron, Bishop Barron on How to Read the BibleThe Great Adventure BibleIgnatius Study BibleThe Navarre BibleLife Teen, Do You Want to Start Reading the Bible? Here's How to Begin.
Earlier this year, we hosted Word on Fire's first international Evangelisation & Culture conference in London, at which Bishop Barron gave the keynote address. He focused on four themes of the Bible, examined the themes of creation, the God of Israel, right praise, and kingship. Today, we'll hear the first of those themes as we prepare for how those culminate in the person of Jesus Christ. Enjoy. Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
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Today we bring you the second half of a conversation between Bishop Barron and biblical scholar, N.T. Wright, at Word on Fire's recent Evangelisation & Culture Conference in London. We hear the conclusion of the conversation and dive into some of the listeners' questions, ranging from questions on artificial intelligence and motivations for reading the Bible, to the varying opinions of the show The Chosen. Enjoy! Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
Friends of the Rosary,We continue reflecting upon the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:43–48). In today's reading, Christ the Lord invites us to show merciful love to those who offend and attack us, and be perfect, just as our heavenly Father."You have heard that it was said,You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.But I say to you, love your enemiesand pray for those who persecute you,that you may be children of your heavenly Father,for he makes his sun rise on the bad and the good,and causes rain to fall on the just and the unjust.For if you love those who love you, what recompense will you have?Do not the tax collectors do the same?And if you greet your brothers only,what is unusual about that?Do not the pagans do the same?So be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect." Love is willing the good of the other, and the test of love is when they cannot pay us back.The perfect example is Christ, who was betrayed by everyone (Jews, Romans, Pharisees, Sadducees, his disciples...), and yet these are the very people he loves, giving his life for them.Bishop Barron writes, "To the very people that contributed to his demise, he says, 'Shalom.” This is how we are loved; this is how we must love. Everything else is commentary."Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• June 17, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
Today's Topics: 1) Gospel - Matthew 5:17-19 - Jesus said to His disciples: “Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets. I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. Amen, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter or the smallest part of a letter will pass from the law, until all things have taken place. Therefore, whoever breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do so will be called least in the Kingdom of heaven. But whoever obeys and teaches these commandments will be called greatest in the Kingdom of heaven.” Memorial of Saint Barnabas, Apostle Saint Barnabus, pray for us! 2) In appreciation of Bishop Barron https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/in-appreciation-of-bishop-barron 3) The Los Angeles Archdiocese on the current rioting https://cforc.com/2025/06/la-archdiocese-ontheriots/ 4) Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops https://apnews.com/article/immigration-protests-raids-los-angeles-78eaba714dbdd322715bf7650fb543d7
"The fact that people's religion tends to align with the culture and country that they grew up in shows that religion is just a cultural construct""There are so many hypocritical people who have used religion to abuse others, to start wars, or to seek power. These people undermine the validity of religion.""We no longer need God; science explains everything we need to know.""If God exists, then why is there so much suffering and evil in the world?"In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of objections to belief in God. Donate via PayPalSupport us on Patreon!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:Pew Research Center, The Global Religious LandscapeSt. Thomas Aquinas, The Summa Theologiae, 1.2Trent Horn, Answering Atheism National Catholic Register, Does God Want Everyone to Be Catholic?The Problem of Evil: Actually, It's ComplicatedCatholic Answers:Christian HypocrisyAre You a Hypocrite?How can the Church be true when it produces hypocrisy?How to Answer the Problem of EvilThe Problem of EvilFr Mike Schmitz, "Judgmental, Bigoted, Homophobic, Elitist, and Hypocritical" (The World's Perception of Christians)Are All Catholics Hypocrites?Augustine of Hippo: God Enlarges the Capacity of Our Soul that He may Fill Us with His PresenceG.K. Chesterton on the Problem of Evil Bishop Robert Barron, Is Science Opposed to Faith? Bishop Barron on Scientism and God's ExistenceBishop Barron on God, Tsunamis, and the Problem of EvilBishop Barron on Atheism and PhilosophyBishop Barron Comments on Stephen Fry, Job, and SufferingThe Thomistic Institute, The Problem of Evil (Aquinas 101)Freedom (Aquinas 101)Fr Gregory Pine, Does the Presence of Evil Disprove the Existence of God?Word on Fire Institute, How the Problem of Evil Points to God's ExistencePeter Kreeft, God's Answer to SufferingWilliam Lane Graig on the Problem of EvilThe Counsel of Trent, God vs evil (with Alex O'Connor, Joe Schmid, and Cameron Bertuzzi)Capturing Christianity, God Allows Evil and God is Evil?
Today we bring you the first half of a conversation from earlier this year between Bishop Barron and biblical scholar, N.T. Wright, at Word on Fire's Evangelisation & Culture Conference in London. The two discussed approaching the Bible as a bigger story—one that's holistic, hopeful, and invitational. Enjoy. Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
In today's show Tom and Erika tackle Eucharistic desecration in Apple TV+'s “Your Friends & Neighbors.” How do we handle blasphemy in our culture? Unsurprisingly, the FBI Richmond memo was much worse than it let on, but good news from Bishop Barron's appearance on the Tucker Carlson show! Plus, a Twilight Zone look at the tight (and insane) NYC mayoral race and Senator Kennedy at it again. All this and more on the LOOPcast!The podcast is sponsored, in part, by Charity Mobile.When you switch to Charity Mobile, 5% of your monthly plan price goes to the Pro-Life, Pro-Family charity of your choice—at no extra cost to you. It's everyday living made effortless giving. It's time to make the switch! New customers can get a free phone after instant credit, plus free activation and free standard shipping, with promo code LOOPCAST at https://www.charitymobile.com/loopcast. 3:39 Apple TV "Your Friends & Neighbors"27:32 Mental Health and Political Leanings Poll37:52 Barron on Tucker45:14 Renaming Naval Ship "USNS Harvey Milk" 52:32 Richmond Memo 1:05:41 Twilight Zone (NYC Race)EMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.orgSUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgAll opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.
Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!Fresh from his trip to Greece, Anthony shares fascinating observations about Orthodox devotional practices and the stark cultural differences he experienced compared to Rome. This frames a substantive discussion about Bishop Martin's dramatic reversal on Latin Mass restrictions in Charlotte—extending permissions that were initially set to expire. The timing of this decision, coinciding with Cardinal Roche's audience with Pope Leo, suggests significant developments in Rome's approach to traditional liturgy.We dive into the curious phenomenon of liturgical refugees—Catholics seeking authentic worship in various traditions—and the sometimes contradictory criticisms they level at each other. The irony of Eastern Catholic converts criticizing SSPX attendees highlights the complex landscape Catholics navigate in search of reverent worship. This leads to an insightful analysis of Bishop Barron's interview with Tucker Carlson, examining whether intellectual approaches to faith communication can effectively spark religious revival in a secular age.At the heart of our conversation lies a critical observation about the masculine nature of traditional worship and its power to attract young men to the faith—a dynamic often missing in contemporary parish settings where feminization has become predominant. We explore how different spiritual temperaments respond to Eastern and Western approaches, while reflecting on what effective evangelization requires in our modern context.The discussion extends beyond ecclesiastical matters to examine concerning geopolitical developments, particularly Ukraine's targeting of Russia's nuclear capabilities and the implications for global stability. We conclude with reflections on advancing AI technology and its potential threats to privacy, security, and authentic human connection.Join us for this wide-ranging conversation that connects liturgical preferences to deeper questions about Catholic identity, masculine spirituality, and navigating faith in an increasingly unstable world.Sponsored by Recusant Cellars, an unapologetically Catholic and pro-life winery from Washington state. Use code BASED at checkout for 10% off! https://recusantcellars.com/Support the showSponsored by Recusant Cellars, an unapologetically Catholic and pro-life winery from Washington state. Use code BASED at checkout for 10% off! https://recusantcellars.com/********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon
The meaning and socio-political implementation of the term “multiculturalism” has become a flashpoint throughout the West. Supporters of multiculturalism argue that societies that embrace diverse norms and values are not only more dynamic and vibrant, they are also more just and represent the ideal form of the modern democratic state. On the other hand, critics of multiculturalism argue that permitting or deliberately engineering a society that embraces different and even contradictory norms and values is not only incoherent, it undermines the very foundation of a stable civic order. What can Catholicism contribute to this often rancorous debate? Amidst all the diversity within the Church, it remains theologically, morally, and institutionally unified. What makes this possible, and what lessons does it have for the wider world? A listener asks for tips on how to evangelize young people. 00:00 | Introduction 01:43 | Bishop Barron's confirmation season 02:57 | Defining culture 03:43 | Does “cultural appropriation” contain an accurate understanding of culture? 08:25 | Defining multiculturalism 09:28 | Are all cultures equally valid? 12:58 | Evaluating majority rule 14:44 | Evaluating minority rule 17:51 | Understanding a multiplicity of cultures as good 22:25 | Insights from natural law for addressing multiculturalism 24:19 | Unity as a prerequisite for diversity 28:29 | Unpacking the Catholic conception of inculturation 30:16 | Practical advice for applying these principles 31:40 | How does one evangelize an unlovable culture? 33:55 | Listener question: How does one catechize the young? 36:23 | Join the Word on Fire Institute Links: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
There's a revival going on, says Bishop Robert Barron. It's unmistakable. You see it everywhere. (00:00) Introduction (09:05) How to Abandon Your Ego (20:47) Seeing God in All Things (25:15) The Biggest Threat to Your Relationship With God (54:00) Does God Require Sacrifice? Paid partnerships with: Beam: Get 30% off for a limited time using the code TUCKER at https://ShopBeam.com/Tucker Tecovas: Get 10% off at tecovas.com/tucker Hallow prayer app: Get 3 months free at https://Hallow.com/Tucker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In February 2025, Bishop Barron returned to the Palace of Westminster in London, UK, to address religious leaders and members of Parliament. The focus of his talk was the rhythm of divine mercy—the abounding love that arises within us when we accept the grace of Christ. Today we bring you the second half of that talk. Enjoy! Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
We continue celebrating twenty-five years of proclaiming the Gospel; evangelizing the culture; supporting the faithful; and inviting the disaffiliated, the forsaken, and those who have fallen away back to Christ and his church. However, over the years, attacks against Bishop Barron and Word on Fire have come from many sources, including online anti-evangelists who hate religion in general and Christianity in particular and from those who posture themselves as the Church's greatest defenders. What is the substance of these detractions? What motivates them? Do they pose an actual threat to the ministry? What can they teach us as evangelists about how to respond constructively to public criticism, especially when it's vicious? A listener asks how we should understand the meaning and implications of “turning the other cheek.” 00:00 | Introduction 01:32 | Standing for life with the DOWR seminarians 02:27 | Do any of your critics surprise you? 03:40 | Early interaction with YouTube comments 05:28 | Criticism #1: You're too conservative—or too liberal 06:38 | Your critique of “beige Catholicism” is unfair and trivializing 09:45 | Criticism #2: Prioritizing beauty is a luxury 14:00 | Criticism #3: The thinkers you reference are only appropriate in academic settings 17:18 | Criticism #4:You've joined Balthasar in promoting universal salvation 20:01 | Criticism #5: You're too political—or not political enough 25:46 | Criticism #6: Your critiques of wokeism are one-sided and unfair to social justice 31:57 | Criticism #7: You're too supportive of Vatican II—or not supportive enough 35:50 | Criticism #8: You don't discern the platforms on which you appear 41:29 | Advice for responding to public criticism 42:33 | Listener question: How do I “turn the other cheek” without enabling the offender? 44:54 | Join the Word on Fire Institute Links: “Dare We Hope” Resource Page: https://www.wordonfire.org/hope/ Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
In February 2025, Bishop Barron returned to the Palace of Westminster in London, UK, to address religious leaders and members of Parliament. The focus of his talk was the rhythm of divine mercy—the abounding love that arises within us when we accept the grace of Christ. Today we bring you the first half of that talk. Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
Today we conclude Bishop Barron's lecture at Charles University in Prague. During the talk, he focuses on St. Thomas Aquinas' distinctive notion of God as “ipsum esse” and its connection with some of the principal themes of Catholic social teaching. Enjoy! Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.
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