Podcast appearances and mentions of chris alar

What sloth really is and why is it a sin? We often think of sloth as being the guy lying on the sofa all weekend, not lifting a finger except to open another cold beer. But that's only one part of it. Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he explains how sloth can affect us spiritually as well as physically and why we fall into it and how to avoid it.Become a Marian Helper!Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! 

Is a greedy person attaching such value to wealth and possessions that the accumulation and retention of them take priority over everyone and everything else, or is it something more? In this episode, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, defines greed and talks about its various forms, and how we can use generosity to overcome this deadly sin. Become a Marian Helper!Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! 

On this week's episode find out what Deacon Scott's number one goal is in life, how marriage is a sacrament of service, and how your marriage will get you to heaven.This week's guest is Fr. Chris Alar.Subscribe to View from the Pew 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.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

How do we explain the fact that in the Bible, Jesus seems to first condemn anger, but then he appears to get angry himself? Is anger ever justified? Is it ever wrong to NOT get angry? Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he explains the answers to these questions. 

On this week's Women Made New, listen to advice you wish that you had 10 years ago as Crystalina interviews Fr. Chris Alar, MIC. Fr. Alar gives women advice on discerning a vocation to consecrated life and reminds listeners that even if you mess up God will fix it. Plus Fr. Alar and Crystalina belief in Jesus in the Eucharist.

Lust is the most pervasive sin in all of western culture, but how does the Church define "lust?" Why is it considered a Deadly Sin? Hear Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, discusses what the Catechism calls “disordered desire for or inordinate enjoyment of sexual pleasure.”Become a Marian Helper!Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! 

With so many Catholics marrying non-Catholics today, and even Catholics marrying Catholics but outside of the Church, how are we to approach it? Can we attend? If not, what do we do to save the relationship? Fr. Chris Alar answers this in an easy-to-understand way. 

We often associate the sin of gluttony with overuse of food and drink, but it often applies to other activities as well. In this episode, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, discusses the many ways in which sin can manifest in our lives and how we can combat it. Become a Marian Helper!Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! 

Do you know the story of St. Louis? Fr. Chris explains one of the most incredible saints in the history of the Church and explains the tie to the city of St. Louis and the meaning of the words he spoke. 

Maria Morera Johnson and Father Chris Alar, MIC, author of  Understanding the Sacraments: God's Grace Guaranteed! Fr. Chris Alar, MIC is a Marian Father of the Immaculate Conception and a familiar face to many Catholics through his talks, books, and EWTN's Living Divine Mercy. Known for his down-to-earth way of breaking down big topics, Fr. Chris has a heart for helping people really understand their faith and experience God's mercy. His latest book, Understanding the Sacraments: God's Grace Guaranteed, takes us deeper into the seven sacraments—showing how they're not just rituals we do, but real encounters with God's grace that can transform our lives.   Links in Show:· Understanding the Sacraments: God's Grace Guaranteed! Explaining the Faith with Father Chris Alar (video) Explaining the Faith with Father Chris Alar (podcast)  

In part 1, Fr. Chris Alar gave amazing facts you didn't know about Baptism, Confession, and the Eucharist. Here in Part 2, he continues with what we need to know about Confirmation, Marriage (is yours valid?), the Priesthood, and Anointing of the Sick. What is covered will surprise you since what we thought we knew as Catholics is often not complete.