Podcasts about fssp

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: Are My Lutheran girlfriend was in a prior marriage.  Is she allowed to re-marry? As a Protestant, would I allowed to take communion without wine or grape juice? Why doesn't the Old Testament say much about the Resurrection? How do I deal with a Satan worshipping father? Where can I find resources on the faith to educate students? How long should we pray for the deceased after their passing? Can a third marriage by an Orthodox Christian be considered valid in the Catholic Church? Is it permissible to bless hotel rooms when travelling? What details should you give a priest when introducing yourself in confession? Is the Mass of the Presanctified on Good Friday a true Mass? Can you help explain the timeline of the Nativity? What are the FSSP's guidelines on beards? How does one in a possible state of desolation summon the will to go to confession? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show: Does invincible ignorance only include those who have never heard of Jesus? Is it a sin to have hatred for Eve? Does the Church elevate marriage and forget about single people? How do I know if I'm sinning? Why are the Psalms numbered differently in older translations? If I forget to say a novena, do I have to start over? Can Catholics still receive communion if they don't agree with Vatican II and the synod? When is a person too old to enter seminary? Does Father Brancich have any favorite Popes? If foster parents say not to do something, but we forget and do it anyways, could that be a mortal sin? I recently heard a priest say that there is salvation outside the Catholic Church.  Is this heresy? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Please Support the Glad Trad Podcast!I don't think the Holy Father will watch this, but if he does - God bless you, Leo XIV! I am praying for you, and hope you will listen to the petitions of millions of your spiritual children.Thank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. DESCRIPTION: In Today's Show: What is the difference between Petra and Petros and Kepha? Why was the epiclesis changed in the New Mass? What happens if you pour holy water into regular water? What are Fr. Rock's thoughts on Pope Leo XIV? What is the history of the papal ferula?  Since Anglican priests aren't valid priests, does that mean when they do blessings that nothing happens? Can the Pope remove Filioque clause from the Nicene Creed to unite Orthodox Churches? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father! If you enjoy Ask A Priest Live and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of any size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax deductible and help us to continue spreading the Gospel to the airwaves for years to come! To donate, call 1-877-711-8500, visit thestationofthecross.com, or use your iCatholicRadio mobile app! We also offer a great assortment of thank-you gifts, which can be viewed at thestationofthecross.com! Thank you for your generosity.

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show Would God let someone with Alzheimer's forget Him? Should we not do good deeds if we suddenly realize we are doing them to be seen by others? Do we still pray for Pope Francis' intentions throughout the rest of the year or till a new pope is elected? Also, what exactly are the pope's intentions? Why do newer recruits in the Knights of Columbus tend to be older? What is your best advice for young Catholics looking to marry? Is it appropriate to pray seemingly frivolous personal intentions? If the new Pope is from the Eastern Rite, do they have to say mass in the Latin Rite? Why is the Church called the "Bride of Christ"? Are we Christ's Bride? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   In Today's Show: What are your thoughts on miscarried babies and where they go? Are Christians who converted from Islam and then killed considered martyrs? What is the Church's stance on assisted suicide?   What is a good response when someone calls the Catholic Church a "denomination?" Will Cardinal McCarrick receive a Catholic burial according to Canon 1184? Is it a sin to resist the inspiration to pr Would a person be damned if they never moved to a place or took a job that was God's will? ay at a specific time? Is a longer Conclave better? Would a person be damned if they never moved to a place or took a job that was God's will? What is the proper way to rinse altar linens? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father! If you enjoy Ask A Priest Live and the other great Catholic programs from The Station of the Cross, please consider making a donation of any size to support our apostolate! As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, your donations are tax deductible and help us to continue spreading the Gospel to the airwaves for years to come! To donate, call 1-877-711-8500, visit thestationofthecross.com, or use your iCatholicRadio mobile app! We also offer a great assortment of thank-you gifts, which can be viewed at thestationofthecross.com! Thank you for your generosity.

Come buy our indulgences...Many people entered the Catholic Church this Easter, including family members! Welcome to the Body of Christ, and here's what to expectThank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcastVideo Episodes on YoutubeThank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: How do we continue to pray for the Pope's intentions? Is Neo-Scholasticism dead? Is there a reliable list of every Pope from the last 2000 years?  How do you convince a fellow Catholic that telepresence at Mass is not enough? Is it a sin to bring more than the allowed number of campers to a campsite? Why did the College of Cardinals choose Roger Mahony to close the Pope's casket? If the Holy Spirit chooses the next pope in a conclave, how is this squared with free will? Can you explain why the color red is commonly used for tabernacle candles? Are 'Christians' and Catholics the same thing? How does the Church explain when killing is justified, and when is it considered murder? What is Divine Mercy Sunday all about? What would Fr. Rock's first encyclical be about as Pope Sebastian I? What was the motive for trying to assassinate Pope John Paul II? As a parent, am I overstepping my bounds by not allowing my daughter to dress certain ways? How can I help my Pentecostal wife see the truth of the Catholic faith? When should I stand at Mass, and should I follow what the eucharistic ministers are doing? Is it now OK to eat meat on Fridays? I am trying to convert to Catholicism, but my Catholic fiancé says we should wait to go to Mass until I am more familiar with it. Is this ok? If one chooses to follow the old calendar, that they should also follow the old canon law?   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Come buy our indulgences...Let's go through this WSJ article that tries to connect a secret MAGA alliance with TradCon Catholics. Is there any merit to it? I dunno..Thank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020. In Today's Show: Do we pray for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis until we get a new Pope?  What is your favorite liturgy of the Tridium?   Is it OK for Catholics to celebrate Earth Day? Why do the Jewish people believe that Jesus was not the son of God, and that His body was stolen from the tomb? ​​What are your thoughts regarding negative comments about Pope Francis' liberal views? Can Jews be saved outside the Catholic faith? Do any FSSP celebrate the Tenebrae? What traditional religious communities are available for men? If a person has a transgender surgery and hormonal treatment, does the Church consider them the same sex they were born as? If a venial sin becomes habitual, can it become mortal?  How can I get my son back to the faith and start praying the Rosary again? What are your thoughts on a hospice patient who does not want to receive last rites? Is a Protestant baptism valid? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

May you see the face of God, and live, Holy Father. May the souls of the faithfully departed, through the mercy of God, Rest in Peace.Thank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception Church in El Paso, Texas. He was ordained in May of 2021. DESCRIPTION: In Today's Show: What should we call miscarried babies? ​​My ex-wife re-married without our marriage being annulled by the Church. Does she have a valid marriage? What are your thoughts on a recent Pew study which says for every 100 people who join the faith, 800 will leave? Can you explain why a teenage altar server at my parish would not be taking communion? Why is the reading of the Passion on Palm Sunday done with multiple parts like a radio play?  An older missal states that during the TLM Requiem Mass, the priest does not bless the water when adding it to the wine. Why is this? How are we to act after the Easter Vigil? Does our consumption of Christ's body in the host hurt Him?  What do you think about the use of cosmetic products? Is using contraceptives knowingly considered mortal sin? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

April 14th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss the diplomatic talks between Iran and the Trump administration. Then we're joined by Fr. William Rock, FSSP, to talk Holy Week and tradition. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. DESCRIPTION: In Today's Show: Are there Catholic influences in the Lord of the Rings books? Should a person reveal any mental health conditions to a priest before confession?' Is eating something that you know is bad for you considered gluttony? If a fast ends in the evening, is it ok to eat until full? Are non-Catholic sacraments valid? Can you explain Semi-doubles and the ranking of feasts from older missalettes? Was Lilith Adam's first wife? At what point does despondency become grave? ​​Does the Easter Vigil in the Latin Mass fulfill the Easter Sunday obligation? Is it grave to not attempt to pull out of a despondent state? (Follow up from previous question) How does trinitarian monotheism differ from polytheism? Is it a mortal sin to only attend Easter Vigil and not Easter Sunday Mass? Does melted wax from a blessed candle need to be treated as a sacramental? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Come buy our indulgences...Nick Cavazos discusses why he is a glad trad, and we finally go gloves off about dancing!00:00:00 Introduction00:01:36 Nick's regular appearance on Avoiding Babylon00:03:50 Is Nick Cavazos a Glad Trad?00:13:12 Rad Trads and America's founding00:21:00 "Radical Traditionalism leads to a rational Pelagianism"00:24:00 On the SSPV and other traditional groups00:29:11 Trads have no joy00:32:38 The Faith was taken from people00:39:47 Trads begin to grumble about their churches 00:45:35 The next pope could undo Francis' work00:50:21 The rupture between nature and grace in theolog00:58:56 Here we go... dancing!01:10:41 The singleness crisis among young Catholics01:18:24 Your most radical Traditional positionThank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show Is it a sin to not be circumcised? Why do some people think God doesn't punish sinful actions? Do I need to pray while walking under the Jubilee door in Rome? How do I cope with nightmares about the end of the world? Is it wrong to use CBD supplements for anxiety? Why did the devil tempt Eve instead of Adam? If pregnancy is dangerous to the wife's health, should the couple remain celibate? Is it ok to ask St. Therese for a rose as a sign? What does "join your sufferings with God's suffering" mean? Should Catholics at risk of passing down genetic problems not marry? Why are there two versions of certain prayers on Ember days? Is pouring water as effective as immersion baptism? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Mother Miriam Live - April 1st, 2025 The Origins of April Fools' Day Does talk therapy cause you to gossip? Is craving food during Lenten season caused by Satan? Why was David allowed to have multiple wives and concubines? Why do many Protestants reject Catholic teachings? How do I know if the actions of a local FSSP parish are too strict? Is it acceptable for a man and woman to be alone together at a friend's house?  What paths do girls have if they are interested in pursuing a religious life?

4/1/25 - Fr. Zachary Akers opens up about his unique journey to the priesthood and his decision to join the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter (FSSP). Fr. Akers recounts his early struggles with discerning God's will, how he was drawn to the beauty of the traditional Latin Mass, and the pivotal moments that led him to embrace the FSSP's mission of preserving the Church's rich liturgical heritage. His story is one of wrestling with doubts, surrendering to God's plan, and ultimately finding a home in a traditional order where he could fully live out his vocation. Today's episode offers a raw and honest glimpse into the joy of answering God's call to a religious vocation with trust and conviction and may serve as exceptionally helpful to those contemplating religious life!

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: Can you explain the German clown mass? Can a seminarian do a mass, or would that just be a liturgy of the word? How can we tell who is a good priest? Would priests remain priests in Heaven? Can a person who committed suicide see what happens on earth? (Prayers for the Callers Husband) Can the laity set up Holy Hour, or should just a priest do it? Is it wrong to believe that Our Lady of Fatima was an imposter? Why are so many Catholics poorly catechized? I believe I heard a priest say that Jesus' divinity was "downloaded" could you explain? When you are doing a Holy Hour in a church when there is a rosary going on, should you participate? Does God not heal depression sometimes for a good reason? If someone has rebuked the Church but is at their death bed. Can I bring a priest for anointing of the sick? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Come buy our indulgences...Content creator and youtuber Nathalie Domina discusses her approach to making videos, reclaiming Catholic culture, and the intersection of modesty and fashion.See her work here00:00:00 We're talking to Nathalie Domina!00:04:15 Creating Catholic content00:11:09 The pros and cons of social media00:15:43 Reclaiming Catholic culture00:20:15 The clergy and their teaching roles00:24:55 The importance of the local church00:28:18 Confirmation needs reform00:34:42 Young people desire the fullness of Catholicism00:39:10 The intersection of modesty and fashion00:49:20 Encouraging women to embrace better dress00:54:27 Nathalie's opinion on Catholics dancingThank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show Was the sin of Sodom more about homosexuality or generally about the sin of lust? My son has a classmate with two "dads". What should I tell him about what parenthood should be? What advice do you have for parents who are dealing with children who are practicing an unnatural lifestyle? What is the difference between a bishop and an archbishop? When talking to a bishop or archbishop do we use the term "Your Excellency" or Your Grace"? Do you have tips on how to stop dwelling on past hurts? What are the qualities of a good spiritual director? How do I respond to someone who says that Planned Parenthood does good things? Do we know what Mary prayed at the foot of the cross? How should we view the hierarchy of the apostles in scripture? Can you explain a spiritual experience I had when I received the Eucharist? How to respond to the argument that life begins at first breath? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

3/24/25 - We'll tap into The Three Conversions in the Spiritual Life, authored by Réginald Garrigou-Lagrange, which sets forth classic Catholic traditions on the spiritual life as the full flowering of sanctifying grace in the soul. We'll discuss the three stages of the spiritual life - the Purgative Way, the Illuminative Way, and the Unitive Way - explaining what each is and showing the transitions or conversions from one to another. How can one become a saint without knowing the way? We'll examine potential pitfalls, common mistakes, and some experiences of Saints who have gone before us. Get the book: https://www.amazon.com/Three-Conversions-Spiritual-Life/dp/0895557398

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: Are elves in the Santa myth giving it a pagan slant? How can one repair the damages caused by getting a vasectomy? In my missal it mentions what a priest should say in "a black mass" what does it mean by that? How often do Church councils happen? What is the difference between a Council and a Synod? Does "Live by the sword, die by the sword" apply to guns and self-defense? What are your top three book recommendations on the four temperaments? Does my grandma's suffering take time off of her purgatory? What does it mean to join suffering with charity? What is the difference between active and passive offering up? Can souls in purgatory pray for each other? When a sin confessed do you still have to do purgatory time for it? What kind of music is acceptable to listen to? Do you think the Orthodox and Catholic dates of Easter will ever change to be on the same day? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Come buy our indulgences...Let's go through the dumpster fire that tore out the altar rails and sent in the felt banners...Follow along if you darehttps://tinyurl.com/TrashBoomerBookThank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   In Today's Show I married outside the Church and my husband was only baptized, what must I do to reunite with the Church? Can it ever be advisable to limit contact with your family? What do you do if someone refuses to interact with your when you disagree about Catholic teaching? Would the grief of losing a pet count if it was offered up for an intention? Where did the rules of fasting and abstinence come from? What should someone do if they forgot, and ate meat on a Friday? How do I practice adoration, is it okay to pray? Is it appropriate for Catholics to wish Muslim's a happy Ramadan? If a Catholic is working undercover for the CIA, can they join the Freemasons to keep their cover? Could the person who was married outside the Church receive a spiritual communion? Wouldn't accidently eating meat on Friday still be a venial sin? Are Catholics allowed to seek spiritual direction outside their parish? I dreamt about a black looking thing and there was misfortune after, do you think these thinks are correlated?  I was told that we have a guardian angel for our marriage, is this true? Also, can we name our guardian angel? I have been away from the Church for about 13 years, when I go to confession will the sins I don't remember still be forgiven.  Should we refrain from going to communion with venial sin on us, even though communion wipes away venial sin. Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception Church in El Paso, Texas. He was ordained in May of 2021. In Today's Show How is Father's Lent going?* Can you explain the Catholic teaching on marital debt? If there were three books you could have every Catholic read, what would they be?* If a Catholic isn't ready for confession yet. Can they receive a blessing during communion? Can you explain temporal sins? Are we wired to seek the ultimate good? What temperament type is most predominantly attracted to join the ranks of the FSSP? A person in our group was very belligerent, does forgiveness mean allowing her to stay in the group? Are you supposed to adjust the mysteries of the Rosary you pray to align with the Church's seasons/feast days? Is judging a fictional character a sin? The Host fell when she received this past Friday. What should someone do after this? Can God answer a prayer that seems impossible?  Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father! Resources Healing Wounds by Bishop Varden: The Odyssey by Homer: Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence: Chastity by Bishop Varden:  

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

March 6th, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to talk the Democrat response to Trump's address to Congress. Then we're joined again by Fr. John Brancich, FSSP, to discuss making Lent great again. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

Come buy our indulgences...Lent is upon us, but take heart. Here's a quick video with some simple learned tips to have the best Lent everThank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   In Today's Show As a Catholic can I attend a funeral at the American Legion Club? What is the significance of the pom pom on a FSSP priest's biretta? Does the FSSP do private funeral masses? Is it okay to use the aspergillum or other mass objects for historical reenactment purposes? What is the proper way to receive ashes on Ash Wednesday? What precautions should one take in praying for someone who is openly wearing symbols of the occult? Is it ok to believe that St. Joseph was without personal sin? If God is everywhere, is He present in Hell? Can women with gender dysphoria wear more masculine clothing with good intentions? Should we share what we are sacrificing for Lent or humbly keep it private? How do we balance between right behavior and right awareness? Is it a mortal sin to eat meat on Ash Wednesday or a Friday in Lent if they forgot? Isn't praying to Saints wrong? Would a coffee or some other drink count as one of the small meals for Ash Wednesday or Good Friday? If someone or a priest bless the food we are about to eat, is it a sin to throw away or not finish eating such food? Our current priest is publicly supporting women priests and contraception, what should I do? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: Is it okay to have food with 0 calories during the Eucharistic Fast? Can you say the Mass for the Holy Face on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday? If a Catholic couple have an outdoor wedding, do they excommunicate themselves? What precisely is an excommunication? What is the funeral policy for private requiem masses at FSSP parishes? Why do you think single men the least likely to attend church compared to other groups? What advice do you have for those in the role of greeters? The TLM doesn't have much in common with the Novus Ordo. Why are they considered inside the same Rite? I went to a Lutheran mass, and it reminds me of the new mass. Why? Why is Saturday vigil allowed for a Sunday obligation? Are we allowed to use chicken or beef stock on Fridays? Historical dispensations to the Friday fast. How to not get discouraged if you fail your Lenten observances? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show What are the proper actions needed if a relationship between a parishioner and a priest has gotten too close? Where did the notion that the Church was born at Pentecost come from? Can you try to attain power by dubious means to do good? Is it sinful to pray together with a Protestant? What constitutes prayer? And should one redo prayers that were not done properly? When praying while walking outside what should be our disposition? Practical advice for scrupulosity? Dealing with my family passing away and leaving me alone. Is it okay to use St. Eric IX of Sweden as a good example, if the Vatican weren't the ones to canonized him? Do you know of a good online Bible study? Is using birth-control within marriage considered sensuality? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception Church in El Paso, Texas. He was ordained in May of 2021. In Today's Show   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show What are some tips to offer things up and suffer well? Were the baptisms from St. John the Baptist invalid? What is the difference between active self-defense in a war situation versus revenge? Does Manifest Destiny have any biblical basis? How should Catholics view the puritans? What should I do to prepare myself for debating with those with worldly views? I was told I was "too ridged" how do we deal with family that tell us that? How should Catholics view dancing? Does the FSSP plan to release any more sacred music albums? How does one get rid of the spiritual pride that can arise with apologetics? Would it be idiotic to determine if I should join the priesthood by a coin flip? How should Catholics handle modesty between the same sex? Is failing to pray for a family member who is sick a mortal sin? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: What is the history of using altar cards for mass? Would any deviation from the missal render a mass illicit? Does Father trip up over Latin words? In the votive mass for any necessity, does the priest have to know the particular necessity that is being prayed for? If the priest does not have to know the necessity, could the different people attending the Mass each have their own necessity that they are praying for? What did Mary experience during the Annunciation? Did she have to ponder the question? What is the oldest rite in the church that is still practiced today? In the votive mass for any necessity, could a person or each person have more than one necessity, and are there any guidelines to what would count as a "necessity"? The Ethiopian Orthodox Church has their own pope. Would it be okay for us Catholics to refer to him as pope? What is the Church's teaching on vigilante behavior? Can a Catholic become Batman? How can I reconcile the mercy of God with the fewness of the saved? Do you have to be in a state of grace in order to receive the Eucharist and what does being in a state of grace entail? Can you recommend a Bible passage for a troubled marriage? My relative keeps telling me to be quiet when I point out something sinful they are doing. Should I just pray for them? When praying the rosary, is there a proper way to hold the beads with folded hands? When the priest distributes Holy Communion, why is his gesture not a 'full' cross? How come a priestly distance blessing is okay as opposed to a distance confession? What should one do with something made by a relative when they joined the Elks? What is the difference in being wary of modern pagan objects vs old statues of Greek gods? My job as a plumber sometimes requires me to work on Sunday, is that okay? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   In Today's Show Regarding the price of KOC regalia. Is it true that historically, men did not always attend Mass often? Is it bad advice to think of sinning being similar to harming an image of Jesus? Are canonizations infallible? Can we interpret parts of the Song of Solomon (Chapter 4) to be a reference to Mary? Does the Church believe that Jonah is a saint? Must we belong to the parish in the geographic location where we live? My girlfriend and I cohabitated for a while, how should we move forward? Do you think Jonah and Lazarus are parallels to the resurrection? Do souls exist before conception, or does God create them at conception? My local pharmacy dispenses abortion pills, is it okay to get other medication from there? How can the souls in purgatory intercede for us? How do introverts handle becoming priests? Why do Catholic altars face east? How can encourage my immigrant friend who is worried to go to mass? When does it become a problem to use a rosary for marketing?  I altar served as a young girl, was what I did considered a sin, since girls shouldn't be in those roles? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show How do I break a particularly hard sin habit? Why didn't Simeon recognize Jesus if he was present at both the Presentation and Circumcision? Is wearing a crop top immodest? During mass, the altar boys make a gesture to the left and to the right. What is the meaning of that? Can we call the earth "Mother Earth" and what do obligation does humanity have to caring for the earth? How is the fate of those who lived and died before Christ understood in theology? If the pope forbids all priests from saying the TLM, how do you think your order would respond? Where should I go to have Gregorian masses said for a deceased relative? How does Father feel about drums, horns and other instruments being played during the Mass? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Anthony Amato is the Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Clifton Springs, New York. He was ordained as a priest in June of 2017 by Bishop Salvatore Matano of the Diocese of Rochester, New York.   In Today's Show I wanted to talk to a priest, but I don't belong to a parish yet, what do I do? Do you wonder what your life would be like if you were an ICKSP or FSSP priest? I have some blessed candles, are the removable images on the candles blessed? Why do less than 4% of Catholics use natural family planning? How picky can a young man be to find a good Catholic wife? Now that Joe Biden is an honorary Freemason, is he allowed to have a Catholic funeral? Can the Knights of Columbus sell items after mass in the back of the church? My family doesn't accept that you need to be in a state of grace to receive communion, should I take them to mass, or would that make me complicit? God given inalienable rights (private property) be traded for legislative man-made privileges (eminent domain)? If an affair is confessed, must they also confess this to their spouse? My wife wasn't happy that I told her that I had a wandering eye, what should I do now? My family member said that the use of marijuana was good for anxiety and to sleep at night. How can I tell them that it's sinful? Can you explain the different levels of magisterial teaching?* I am seeing articles that the Church is both prospering and declining, what should we make of this information? I was married and then divorced, I'm now living with my partner, should I leave the relationship or try to get married? DONUM VERITATIS on the Ecclesial Vocation of the Theologian: Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Come buy our indulgences...Kennedy Hall is back to talk about Canadian politics, Democracy, and the ramifications of Trump's return to office. Leave your poutine at the door!00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:56 Is Kennedy ready to be a yank?00:02:25 Staying Canadian and the Canadian Spirit00:10:01 The Brits are why Canada is Catholic00:14:40 Is Justin Trudeau done?00:19:02 Canadian Donald Trump00:21:30 The switch of political issues 00:25:20 The breaking of the Liberal coalition00:30:45 Utopian ideas have a price00:32:00 ‘Transgenerism was the last frontier for liberalism' 00:38:20 Why democracy is cringe00:43:00 Kennedy's article and Trump as king00:48:49 Only the Catholic Church has rights00:56:35 Governance and the animating story01:00:00 What Kennedy is up toSubscribe to Kennedy's YoutubeThank you to our Patrons / Channel Members:Jason YaokamKate ElminiCarol JBrenda AllorAllan SmithKathryn BurksEmilio PereaFollow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on Youtube

Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show: What is the symbolism of the humeral veil worn by the subdeacon during the canon? Why does the celebrant wear a cope during the processions and why do the deacons hold it while they process in? Why does the subdeacon take off his tunicle while chanting the epistle? Why did the roman soldiers give Jesus, vinegar to drink, and why did he say, "I thirst"? In St. Paul last epistle, why did they mention heaping coals on someone's head? Why is Jesus called an angel of the great council in the Litany of the Holy Name? Will animals or pets go to heaven? When does the ensoulment of a child take place? Did Moses go to heaven after he sinned, because God was upset with him? How do I respond to someone who says that the KOC and the Freemasons are aligned, because their meetings are secret? Must someone accept every saint declared by the Catholic Church? In regard to St. Timothy, why did he need to become circumcised as an adult? Had a wall crucifix blessed but it fell off the wall and broke in lots of pieces. Should we have it re-blessed? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   In Today's Show If one accidentally eats within the eucharistic fast period, should he refrain from receiving communion? How should Catholics view Francisco Franco, as a hero or villain? Is it sinful to use your friend's Netflix account? At the pontifical high mass why do some of the Master of Ceremonies have lace on their surplices? I had a co-worker who was abused by a priest when he was young, is it appropriate to try and bring him back to the Faith? Should Catholics refer to the Holy Land of Biblical times as Israel? I'm concerned with the lack of reverence in the church near me, what can I do to help the situation? Can my baby be baptized with more than one godfather and one godmother? Is intrusive thoughts that wish harm or death considered a mortal sin? Did censuses such as that of Quirinius include children? Are there any studies on Catholic meditation improving health? Is it possible to get an annulment for a civil wedding with the couple still married? I had an abortion when I was young, am I obligated to tell my son who is a seminarian? How can I cultivate a rich seminary personal rule of life? Why does the celebrant wear a cope and why is it held up during the procession? Is it a mortal sin to eat beyond fullness with full knowledge? Is the popular song Viva la Vida by Coldplay blasphemous? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception Church in El Paso, Texas. He was ordained in May of 2021. In Today's Show What would happen if the Pope aligned the Holy Week/Easter with the Orthodox Church? I knew someone who was in an immoral relationship, and I tried to warn them about sin. But I worry that I may have judged them. We booked a cruise but will be on-board all-day Sunday, what can we do about our Sunday obligation? Why do Protestants donate more to charity and to their church compared to Catholics? Been dating a girl for 4 years but we now have differing opinions on what to teach our children in regard to birth control. What should a Knight of Columbus funeral look like and how does the Church decide where to bury a parishioner if they have multiple burial sites? Do you have any book recommendations for the laity about/related to the priesthood?* Is Holy Water required for a priest to bless sacramentals? I've noticed that people use the phrase, “God reward you” when thankful for something you've done. It makes it seem like I was looking for repayment for my good deeds instead of doing them out of charity. I was baptized Catholic and then "baptized" by the Jehovah Witnesses, does the second baptism not count? Is it a problem to have a melted down crucifix as a wedding band? Did you begin to have any doubts while you were entering the priesthood? Can a person be possessed against their will without knowing and without dabbling in the occult? If so, how can they find out? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father! The Priest Is Not His Own by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: The Priest's Way to God by Dom Eugene Boylan: The Eternal Priesthood by Cardinal Henry Edward Manning BOOK: The Eternal Priesthood by Cardinal Henry Edward Manning PDF: Priestly Fatherhood: Treasure in Earthen Vessels by Fr. Jacques Philippe:

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Fr. Jonathan Romanoski, FSSP is Pastor of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Providence, Rhode Island. He was ordained in 2008.   In Today's Show I waited in line for confession for a while, but it ended before it got to me, what should I do? Advice for fellow priests on confession times. If I get distracted during my holy hour does the prayers still count? Any advice on overcoming severe scrupulosity? For the 54-day novena, do we have to say all the extra prayers that are commonly said with the rosary? For the Candlemas blessing of candles, do they still have to be made of 100% beeswax? When I was saying the act of contrition during my confession, I remembered a grave sin, do I stop and tell the priest? How does one balance reverence with the desire to express love for God? Like when St. Thomas Aquinas leaned his head on the Tabernacle. My family and boyfriend made me have an abortion, Should I break off the engagement, even if he is repentant? Do you recommend getting sacramentals re-blessed if they were originally blessed a long time ago? My family plans to go skiing on a Sunday. Is it licit since it would cause the employees of the resort to work? Does the term spiritual reading simply mean reading the scriptures? How to do Catholic meditation correctly. Is it true that saints can literally sometimes speak thru people? Should I have different priests for confession and spiritual direction? Who were the Nephtali, were they half demon? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   In Today's Show What are some clerical garments for colder weather? How does Father celebrate Christmas in the rectory? What is your favorite Christmas dessert? How should piety/patriotism be best lived out for Americans today? Does the animated Grinch movie mean the 2018 version? Me and our wife are both annulled, what do we need to get our marriage blessed? What is the role of permanent deacons in the Traditional rite? What is the difference between a public mass, a private mass and a mass for a private intention? Is it okay to address Protestant/Anglican priests as "Father"? Do I have to confess to the priest at my chapel/church, or can I go to elsewhere for confession? To keep Sunday a day of rest, besides working what else should avoid? What do I do if I don't have a sponsor for confirmation. Can my wife be my sponsor? What is the differences between the Julian and Gregorian Calendars? Does a person trying to do a long fast need to be under the direction of the priest in order to receive full indulgences? Are the members and clergy of the Orthodox Church considered to be saved? Should one evangelize online during Sundays? Or is that not allowed? Any tips on talking about mortal sins to Confirmation candidates? Should the congregation look up or bow during the consecration? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

January 14th, 2024 - With guest host Mike Koeniger we welcome back Fr. John Brancich, FSSP, to talk about the time between Christmas and Lent. Then we're joined again by Kennedy Hall to discuss Canada and Trump's annexation rhetoric. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP has served as Parochial Vicar at Regina Caeli Parish in Houston, Texas since July of 2022. He was ordained in June of 2020.   Fr. William Rock, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog.   In Today's Show What are the three masses of Christmas, and which one does Father prefer? How do we know that Jesus was born on December 25th? What was the 3-pope schism? Continued discussion on the 3-pope schism question. Christmas Movie Battle Can you talk about these feast days following Christmas? What are your thoughts on allowing children to believe in Santa Claus?  Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

December 19th, 2024 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to talk Catholics in the White House. Then we're joined by Fr. Daniel Alloy, FSSP, to discuss Christmas movies. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

Fr. Joseph Dalimata, FSSP serves as Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception Church in El Paso, Texas. He was ordained in May of 2021. In Today's Show How literally are we to understand the hagiographies of the Saints? If I live in one diocese for work but then go to another diocese for vacation, which Holy Days of Obligation do I have to observe? I recently made a vow to God, foolishly. Is it possible to dismiss/commute a vow?  Can a wedding mass held on a weekday be counted as a daily mass? I've had many spiritual experiences, and a friend thinks I should get a spiritual director. How can I do this? How should we apply this verse from Corinthians: "Let women keep silence in the churches..." I haven't practiced the Faith since I was a child. What are the exact steps I need to take to make confession again? My children's godfather was found doing immoral things, is there a way to cancel him being a godfather? Why was John the Baptist surprised that Jesus was the Son of God? Is it okay if a pastor does confessions instead of a priest? Any suggestions for Christmas gifts that priests would appreciate? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!