Podcasts about novus ordo

As we come to the end of this hypothesis, the Fathers leave us with something painfully ordinary. They do not give us visions of heaven or heights of contemplation. They speak about the tongue. About when to speak. About when to remain silent. About lowering the eyes. About saying only what is necessary. It feels almost too simple. Yet they place it before us as a matter of life and death. They tell us that God is always watching. Not watching in suspicion, but watching as One who longs to dwell within us. And yet how quickly the door of the mouth is thrown open and everything inside spills out. Opinions. Explanations. Justifications. Pious thoughts. Clever remarks. Even good words spoken at the wrong time. We imagine that because something is true or orthodox or well intentioned it must be spoken. But the Fathers are ruthless here. They tell us that even good speech can disperse the soul. Saint Diadochus says that when the doors of the baths are left open, the heat escapes. So too with the soul. We labor for years to gather the mind, to kindle even a small flame of prayer, and then in a few careless conversations it dissipates. We leave a gathering inwardly empty. Not because we sinned gravely, but because we spoke much. The tragedy is not only that we lose recollection. It is that we begin to live outwardly. We become performers of thoughts. We interrupt. We insert ourselves. We fear being unnoticed. Saint Maximos unmasks this disease with precision. He says the one who interrupts reveals his love of glory. How often do we speak not from charity but from hunger. Hunger to be seen. To be affirmed. To be needed. Even in spiritual settings. Especially there. Isaiah the Anchorite brings it to the ground level. If you must speak, do so quietly. With humility. With reverence. As one ignorant. As one unworthy. Lower the face. Say little. Return quickly to silence. This is not theatrical piety. It is an interior stance. The tongue restrained becomes a sign that the passions are not ruling the heart. The Gerontikon cuts even deeper. Abba Joseph says he cannot control his tongue. The elder asks him one question. Do you find peace when you talk. No. Then why talk. There is something almost brutal in that simplicity. We speak and we lose peace. Yet we keep speaking. Abba Sisoes, a great ascetic, confesses that for thirty years he has prayed to be delivered from sins of the tongue and still he falls daily. This should sober us. If such a man trembles over his speech, what of us who speak constantly and without fear. And yet the Fathers do not romanticize silence. Abba Isaac exposes the counterfeit. There is a silence born of pride, of wanting the glory of being perceived as spiritual. A brooding silence that hides malice. A calculated silence that manipulates. This is not holiness. This is ego dressed in restraint. True silence either springs from zeal for virtue or from inward conversation with God. If it is not one of these, it will decay into self admiration. The stakes are high. If you guard your tongue, Isaac says, God will give you compunction. Compunction. The gift of seeing your own soul. The light of the mind. The joy of the Spirit. Silence becomes not emptiness but revelation. But if the tongue conquers you, you will never escape darkness. We are accustomed to thinking that sanctification comes through great works. Through ministries. Through projects. Through visible sacrifices. The Fathers insist that it may begin with something as small and humiliating as closing the mouth. Not as repression. Not as fear. But as reverence. To speak only when there is good reason. To speak because it is God's will and not because it soothes our anxiety. To listen more than we talk. To accept being unknown. To resist the need to untie every thought that wanders into the stable of the mind. This teaching must be internalized or it will remain quaint desert wisdom. It must confront us in the car after a conversation that left us agitated. It must confront us before we send the message, before we correct someone, before we offer unsolicited counsel, before we share a clever insight. It must question us. Is this necessary. Is this born of love. Will this preserve peace. Or am I simply opening the door and letting the heat escape. All things must be touched by grace. Speech can console, heal, illumine, and reconcile. Speech can also scatter, inflame, and darken. The same tongue that blesses can wound. The same mouth that proclaims Christ can betray Him. If we do not yet have a pure heart, the Fathers say, at least have a pure mouth. It is a beginning. A humiliating beginning. A door set firmly in place. And behind that door, if we are faithful, the slow birth of compunction. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:04:48 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: Page 356 Section E 00:09:58 Catherine Opie: I have not attended for a couple of weeks. Where are we in the text now? 00:10:21 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: https://www.philokaliaministries.org/post/philokalia-ministries-lenten-retreat-2026 00:10:51 Bob Čihák, AZ: P. 356, E 00:10:59 Catherine Opie: P356 Section E 00:12:54 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: https://www.philokaliaministries.org/post/philokalia-ministries-lenten-retreat-2026 00:13:03 John ‘Jack': Hello Father 00:13:28 Vanessa: I found the Saturday link in my junk email. I just happened to see it there. 00:13:40 Jessica McHale: Replying to "I found the Saturd..." me too 00:14:12 Rebecca Thérèse: I registered twice and only got one 00:14:40 Vanessa: If you use Gmail, sometimes it goes into the "Promotions" folder. 00:14:54 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: https://www.philokaliaministries.org/post/philokalia-ministries-lenten-retreat-2026 00:15:06 Bob Čihák, AZ: P. 356, E 00:16:00 kristy: is there a way to watch the recording from saturday? 00:16:13 Beth Callaway: The Evergetinos Volumes 1 - 4: The Full Text By Nun Christina 00:16:23 Beth Callaway: Is this an appropriate text? 00:16:25 Angela Bellamy: It was mentioned there was trouble with the website and so I thought it could creat an error for the registration. 00:17:27 iPad (2)Janine: Beth..that is different translation….close but not same text. 00:23:00 Andrew Adams: Replying to "Is this an appropria..." This is the translation that we are using: https://ctosonline.org/product/the-evergetinos-a-complete-text/ 00:23:56 Myles Davidson: Arrived late. Where are we? 00:24:57 Julie: But in fairness some of the time was in the introduction so, 2 hours was great 00:25:04 maureencunningham: Wait till we get to heaven ! 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Tonight in Homily 6 Saint Isaac did not merely instruct us. He set fire before us. In the first six homilies he has laid the foundations of the spiritual life with uncompromising clarity. No romance. No shortcuts. No sentimentality. If you have no works, do not speak of virtues. If you have not sweat in the arena of repentance, do not theorize about purity. Virtue without bodily toil he calls premature fruit. Stillborn. And yet what he unfolds in these paragraphs is not severity alone. It is hope so luminous that it borders on holy intoxication. Affliction suffered for Christ, he says, is more precious than sacrifice. Tears are incense. Sighs during vigil are offerings more fragrant than any liturgical perfume. The righteous cry under the weight of their frailty, and heaven bends low. The angelic orders stand close at hand. They are not distant observers. They are partakers in the sufferings of the saints. What a vision. The struggler who feels alone in the cell, alone in illness, alone in interior battle, is surrounded. The angels strengthen. They encourage. They console. There is a communion not only with the saints of the earth but with the hosts of heaven who draw near to the one who cries out in humility. This is the first movement. Deep contrition. Tears. Vigil. Labor. The long work of purification. But Isaac does not leave us in mourning. He telescopes the whole journey. Rightly directed labors and humility make a man “a god upon the earth.” Faith and mercy speed him toward limpid purity. And then something changes. Fervor begins to burn. Contrition and fervor cannot dwell together indefinitely. Mourning gives way to fire. Wine has been given for gladness, he says, and fervor for the rejoicing of the soul. The word of God warms the understanding. The one inflamed by hope is ravished by meditations of the age to come. Isaac dares to speak of spiritual drunkenness. Not the stupor of the world, but intoxication with hope. The soul so seized by the promise of God that it becomes unconscious of affliction. Not because suffering disappears, but because the heart is fixed elsewhere. The gaze has shifted. The future age presses upon the present. The Beloved draws near. This is not fantasy. It comes, Isaac says, “in the very beginning of the way” for those who have labored long in purification and who walk with simplicity and faith. And here he gives us one of the most liberating images of the night. Those who hasten onward with hope do not examine the perils of the road. They do not stand calculating every gorge and precipice. They do not sit on the doorstep of their house, forever deliberating, forever preparing, forever fearing. They go. Only after crossing the sea do they look back and give thanks for dangers they never saw. God protected them from unseen obstacles. He led them over crags and through ravines while they were fixed on Him. Hope keeps the gaze steady. Rumination keeps the soul seated at the threshold. Isaac is not advocating recklessness. He is exposing the paralysis of excessive self-consciousness in the spiritual life. The one who constantly measures, analyzes, anticipates every fall, often never sets out. But the one who loves God, who girds his loins with simplicity, who meets the sea of afflictions without turning his back, finds the promised haven. This is the arc of the homily. From sweat to sweetness. From tears to intoxication. From contrition to fervor. From trembling to exultation. And all of it rests on hope. Hope that Christ Himself guards the path. Hope that angels stand near. Hope that affliction is not wasted. Hope that beyond the sea there is a haven already prepared. Isaac places before us not merely discipline, but joy. Not merely purification, but intimacy. Not merely endurance, but ravishment in the meditations of the age to come. The call tonight is clear. Do not speak of virtue. Live it. Do not fear affliction. Meet it. Do not sit on the threshold. Set out. Do not ruminate on precipices. Fix your gaze on Christ. And as we walk, we will discover that we are not walking alone. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:03:11 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: Page 177 bottom of the page 00:03:34 Fr. Charbel Abernethy: https://www.philokaliaministries.org/post/philokalia-ministries-lenten-retreat-2026 00:42:54 Andrew Adams: Thank you! 00:50:08 Jessica McHale: When I first went to a Greek Orthodox liturfy simply for the experience, a parishoner explained to me that the orthodox east emphaises the Ressurectoin (salvation from it) and the west emphasises the Crucifixion (and salvation from it). It was helpful to understand the diffeent. I am very drawn to a Melkite or Byzantine liturgy for Sundays ( I can do a Novus Ordo during the week but it seems Sundays need more ;) 00:52:18 Jessica McHale: Romano Guardini, Meditations Before Mass: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/meditations-before-mass/?srsltid=AfmBOop770BpNWVqK_3cc04pvR2LfL7ItYtkWe5gpFPXJb3opcfsIg4i 00:55:50 Jesssica Imanaka: My daughter had also commented on the chanting. Listening to you, I just recalled that the chanting was a key dimension of her experience. I think the active participation is also critical for her/us. 00:56:38 Jesssica Imanaka: Reacted to "Romano Guardini, Med..." with ❤️ 01:03:12 Anthony: Hope. This is why it can be harmful to focus so much on scandal, demons, possession and exorcists.  That spiritual environment tried to strangle Hope. 01:03:47 Jessica McHale: Reacted to "Hope. This is why ..." with

Made for More - Homily for February 15 (Novus Ordo)

Cardinal Cupich of Chicago explained that the Novus Ordo alone is the Roman Mass as a principle of “unity” and that Pope Francis was correct for suppressing the Traditional Latin Mass. Ironically, Cupich cites Quo Primum by Saint Pius V, which decrees the Traditional Latin Mass in effect “in perpetuity.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feast of the Holy Family, 2026.

Bishop Athanasius Schneider delivers a powerful message about the future of Catholic liturgy, warning that the Novus Ordo Mass, as it currently stands, cannot continue without serious reform. He explains how Vatican II's ambiguities have fueled doctrinal confusion and allowed anthropocentric trends to undermine Christ-centered worship. The conversation highlights how a false synodality, modeled more on political systems than apostolic tradition, is weakening the Church's structure and authority. Bishop Schneider calls for restoring clarity, reverence, and doctrinal fidelity, beginning with the sacred liturgy. He urges Catholics to defend the Traditional Latin Mass and reform the Novus Ordo so that it better reflects the Church's true identity and mission. True evangelization, he argues, will only be possible once Christ is restored to the center of Catholic life.HELP SUPPORT WORK LIKE THIS: https://give.lifesitenews.com/?utm_source=SOCIAL U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patrick addresses the possibility of fetal-micro-chimerism and if the presence of Jesus's cells provided healing for Mary, receiving Communion if one gets to Mass late, when to stop praying for the dead, and TLM vs Novus Ordo. Patrick shares his wisdom and perceptivity, all from a Catholic focal point, to answer listeners' question. Email - James - Can you explain fetal micro-chimerism and if the presence of Jesus's cells could have provided healing effects for Mary? Maria - Can a Catholic receive communion if they come late for Mass? Gloria - My mom died recently, and I have been praying for her. When do I stop praying for her soul and start prayer to her as a saint? Alex - I would like to talk about the TLM versus the Novus Ordo and how uncharitable the liturgy wars are. What is your take on it? Paulette - Can you explain the apostolic blessing which my husband received before he died? Did my husband go straight to heaven?

Sermon for Sunday, January 11, 2026 - Baptism of the Lord (Novus Ordo)

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 the Novus Ordo good enough? What are the origins of the Sanctus Candle? What are Father Rocks' thoughts about the letter on the Vetus Ordo? The importance of Mass chants. Why do some deacons decide to stay deacons? Is the Earth as perfect as God could make it? Information about Jesus' circumcision. Does the Eucharist "contain" divine nature? If Rome were to allow female priests, would we need to accept it? Are confessions from diocesan priests invalid? Book recomendations for healthy marriages. How can those who don't know Latin say the traditional Breviary? Is our imagination Satan's counterfeit of God's creation? And more. 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!

Sermon for Sunday, January 4, 2026 - Feast of the Epiphany (Novus Ordo)

“Why is the Incarnation necessary for salvation?” This question opens a discussion on the profound significance of God becoming man, touching on themes of divine presence among His people. Other topics include the implications of Deepak Chopra’s views on Jesus, the challenges of bringing a family member back to the faith, and the nuances of different traditions within the Church. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:45 – Israel was waiting for God's salvation—for the Messiah and the restoration of all things—but in the Jewish Scriptures themselves, are there hints that God would actually come to live among His people as a man? 12:38 – What about Deepak Chopra's view that Jesus was someone who achieved enlightenment? 14:28 – Jeremiah 8:8 Having trouble understanding? 18:33 – My mom fell away from the Church – how can I get her back in? 24:20 – He married civilly, then had church ceremony, then came to the Catholic Faith and had a Catholic wedding, he is concerned that he may have been in sin before getting married in the Catholic faith…his priest did not say anything about it. 34:00 – What's the difference between. Constitutory Tradition and expository tradition? 39:38 – Why the Incarnation necessary for Salvation…and why didn't God just save us from original sin without Jesus having to sacrifice for us? 43:24 – She is planning on attending Novus Ordo, TLM and Ukranian Byzantine Christmas vigils, can she receive communion at each one? Two will take place before midnight, and one after midnight.

Patrick welcomes questions on everything from original sin and the salvation of the unbaptized to Eucharistic reverence and disputes at school, injecting real-life stories with reflections straight from his own experiences. Matthew (email) – Do children inherit the guilts and the sins of their parents? (00:58) Dennis - I believe that the Novus Ordo is disrespectful during the Eucharist. Communion in the Hand is wrong. (07:34) Kevin - Because I started listening to the Patrick Madrid Show, I started receiving Communion on the tongue. (20:31) Reuben (10-years-old) - My friend said all the new kids were the dumbest. This led to a conflict between all of my friends. I told the teacher. Patrick, what do you think? (22:06) Tony - My kid is 13 and someone at her school said the Catholic Church is a cult. How can I help my 13-year-old defend her religion? (31:28) Ray - If you could speak to the Pope what would you ask him to change? Mine would be to ask all Catholic K-College to be bi-ritual to change the landscape. (44:51)

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 permitted to get a haircut on Sundays? What does “you are robbing Peter to pay Paul” mean? Why can the Novus Ordo be celebrated in Latin but the traditional Mass cannot be celebrated in English? Should Catholics boycott the NFL over the blasphemous Buffalo Bills commercial? Was Christmas ever called "Christ's Mass"? Is it immodest for women to wear makeup or nail polish? Advice on dealing with gender dysphoria. When does fasting start and end on vigil days? Is it okay to recite the prayers of the 7 Sorrows of Mary all year round or just during Lent? And more. Show Resources: https://www.catholicapologetics.info/scripture/newtestament/2luke.htm 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!

“Is there an obligation to kneel during the consecration?” This question opens a discussion on liturgical practices, alongside inquiries about whether individuals should approach for a blessing if not receiving communion, and the role of the sign of peace in the Novus Ordo. The episode addresses various aspects of Mass participation and the significance of different rituals. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:18 – Is there an obligation to kneel during the consecration? 07:45 – Should people go up to receive a blessing or stay in their pew if they are not disposed to receive communion? 12:20 – I'm in OCIA. Should I be going to Mass? 17:53 – The sign of peace throws me off in the current place in the Novus Ordo. What should I be doing? 21:08 – Why is the penitential act missing in these last couple of Sunday masses? 29:08 – Is it better to think about the sacrifice of the cross or of Jesus as the high priest during the Mass? 35:33 – Are choir members required to kneel like the rest of the congregation? 42:35 – Why would 1st century Christians recognize more, the Latin Mass or the Novus Ordo?

"If validity is all that mattered, the Church wouldn't bother with all these other instructions, and it certainly wouldn't have rewritten the liturgy at a massive cost to unity, tradition, and pastoral peace." Sponsor: https://catholicmatch.com/ Support the channel by visiting: https://brianholdsworth.ca/support The idea that the Latin Mass and Novus Ordo are "equal" simply because both are valid collapses liturgy into its bare minimum. The Church repeatedly teaches that validity is only the floor, not the measure of excellence. If validity were all that mattered, the Church would never have issued extensive liturgical norms, nor undertaken the most disruptive liturgical reform in its history. Honest evaluation is therefore not judgmentalism but necessary for genuine reform and unity. Music written and generously provided by Paul Jernberg. Find out more about his work as a composer here: http://pauljernberg.com

“What good does my suffering do for God?” This question opens a discussion on the purpose and value of suffering in the Christian life. Additionally, the episode addresses the potential for Anglican and Lutheran reunification, the validity of the sedevacantist mass compared to the Novus Ordo, and insights on loneliness and sadness from a faith perspective. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:23 – What good does my suffering do for God? 14:19 – If the Anglican and Lutherans were to return into full communion, would the bishops or the monarchs make it happen? 17:35 – What makes the sedevacantist mass invalid compared to the Nous Ordo? 22:18 – What does God say about loneliness and feeling sad? 34:08 – I’ve been Catholic for less than a year and I don't understand who the elect are? 46:00 – Have you ever had someone have a vision or experience with Jesus? And what have you advised them?

Today’s Topics: 1, 2,3, 4) Bishop Bernard Fellay of the Priestly Society of St. Pius X recently told an audience that in 2005, Cardinal Dario Castrillon Hoyos, a top Vatican official, admitted to him that the Novus Ordo rite of the Mass was “defective” https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/sspx-bishop-top-vatican-cardinal-told-me-the-novus-ordo-mass-is-defective/

Send us a textDid Vatican II require the priest to face the people? Short answer: no.In this episode, we unpack *ad orientem*—what it is, what the Roman Missal actually says, and why the Church's worship faces the Lord.— EPISODE SUMMARY —Fr. Dan and Ken walk through the Church's teaching and practice on Mass orientation. We clarify common misconceptions about Vatican II, explain the idea of “liturgical East,” look at the Roman Missal rubrics that tell the priest when to turn and face the people, and review the year-2000 Vatican clarification that versus populum is an option—not an obligation. Pastoral takeaways: mutual openness, reverence, and a vertical focus on God.— KEY POINTS —• What “ad orientem” means: priest and people facing the Lord together  • “Liturgical East”: crucifix/tabernacle as our shared focus  • Vatican II: what it did—and did **not**—say about orientation  • 1964 instruction on freestanding altars: an option for celebration facing the people  • Roman Missal rubrics: why “turn to face the people” appears (and what that implies)  • 2000 clarification (CDW): facing the people is **not** obligatory  • Benedict XVI (Cardinal Ratzinger): avoid labels; seek the best realization of the liturgy  • Pastoral how-to: reintroducing ad orientem prudently and catechetically— QUOTES/REFERENCES —• Michael Lang, *Turning Towards the Lord* (foreword by Joseph Ratzinger)  • General Instruction / Roman Missal rubrics (on turning to face the people)  • CDW, 2000 clarification on celebration facing the people— CHAPTERS —00:00 Intro — Ad Orientem Unveiled: What Vatican II Really Taught01:04 Homily begins: Fr Dan Yasinski: What Vatican II didn't say03:08 What “Ad Orientem” means & it's historical significance 05:28 Why “Liturgical East” matters (crucifix & tabernacle as focus)06:21 Does the Church allow for Ad Orientem?09:53 Benedict XVI (Ratzinger): mutual openness, not labels11:38 Interview with Fr Dan Begins - Did Vatican ask priest to face the people?15:36 Q&A segment: What are the rubrics? 18:24 How are the rubrics over looked?19:58 Why are the instructions from the Vatican on Ad Orientem ignored?22:32 Responding to the critics of Ad Orientem worship27:27 Is Ad Orientem worship non-inclusive?30:46 Conclusion & invitation: “We turn to the Lord”If this blessed you, please follow/rate the show and share it with a friend.  Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Sermon for Sunday, November 16, 2025 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time / 23rd Sunday after Pentecost.

“What can ordinary people do at Mass?” This episode explores the profound mystery of Christ’s presence in the Mass, alongside questions about the role of laypeople during the service, the absence of an Old Testament reading before Vatican II, and the significance of praying for those who have fallen asleep. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:40 – What can ordinary people do at Mass? Can lay people give blessings at communion? 11:49 – Why was there no OT reading before Vatican 2? 14:03 – Is Jesus really present in the Eucharist? 18:43 – We pray for those who have died and those who have fallen asleep. What does it mean to those who have fallen asleep? 30:02 – I got into a conversation with a sedevacantist. They asked, If the sacraments are only valid if they have proper form, how can you have a valid sacrament if the words of the institution were changed in the Novus Ordo? 35:43 – Why does the Catholic Mass seem to look more and more protestant? 47:19 – Why does the priest add a piece of the host and water into the chalice?

Send us a textWhy does the Catholic Church still use Latin in the Mass? Discover the sacred reason this ancient language continues to unite, elevate, and sanctify our worship.In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and Ken Yasinski uncover the sacred reason Latin still belongs in the Catholic Mass—and how this ancient language continues to draw souls deeper into the mystery of God. Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 217 Topics covered: All Souls' Day in the Novus Ordo religion with Leo XIV. Leo's amiguities and inconsistencies. The new Vatican document on the Co-Redemptrix. Leo claims no one has the fullness of truth. Links: Leo XIV, Angelus Address (Nov. 2, 2025) Leo XIV, Regina Caeli Remarks (May 18, 2025) Pope Pius VI, Apostolic Constitution Auctorem Fidei (1794) Leo XIV, Angelus Address (Nov. 1, 2025) "Mayhem Unfolds as Leo XIV Decides Against Marian Titles 'Co-Redemptrix' and 'Mediatrix of All Graces': An Overview", Novus Ordo Watch (Nov. 6, 2025) Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, "Mater Populi Fidelis: Doctrinal Note on Some Marian Titles Regarding Mary's Cooperation in the Work of Salvation" (Nov. 4, 2025) The Catholic Teaching on the Virgin Mary's Co-Redemption Explained and Defended Francis, Apostolic Constitution Praedicate Evangelium (Mar. 19, 2022)' "Pope: Christians should kneel before the poor", Independent Catholic News (Apr. 28, 2015) "'Cardinal' Cantalamessa: 'The Sacrament of Poverty is the Presence of Christ under the Species of the Suffering'", Novus Ordo Watch (Jan. 18, 2021) Leo XIV, Homily for Jubilee of Synodal Teams and Participatory Bodies (Oct. 26, 2025) Sign up to be notified of new episode releases automatically at tradcast.org. Produced by NOVUSORDOWATCH.org Support us by making a tax-deductible contribution at NovusOrdoWatch.org/donate/

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!What if the stories we stream every night are shaping our souls more than any sermon we hear on Sunday? That's the heartbeat of this candid conversation with Mass of the Ages director Cameron O'Hearn—a filmmaker who pulled a hit film at 1.6 million views on principle, re-edited through crisis, and kept his eye fixed on devotion over dopamine.We trace the arc from the trilogy's explosive reception to the quiet wins that don't trend: a free priest-training platform walking hundreds of Novus Ordo priests (and even a few bishops) through the traditional Latin low Mass step by step. Cameron opens up about the cost behind the craft—lost footage, hard edits, and choosing integrity mid-production—and why part three refused to offer a “silver bullet” in a Church moment defined by tension and testing.Then we widen the lens. Movie Crusade was born from rediscovering Pius XI and Pius XII on cinema, and their bold claim that images form the moral personality. We unpack a simple but sharp framework—good, dangerous, harmful—for evaluating films, and revisit the power of the old Hayes Code when seven million Catholics once moved Hollywood. Expect frank takes on Silence, The Passion of the Christ, and The Chosen; how on-screen portrayals of Jesus can aid or distort prayer; and why icons' strangeness protects mystery. This isn't culture war for its own sake—it's a call to choose stories that teach us to love the good.We close with a look at Discover Tradition, a brisk, story-driven travel series exploring living Catholic customs, and a sustainable model that gets more beautiful work finished and seen. If you care about the Latin Mass, moral imagination, and giving your family better art, this conversation is a roadmap and a rallying cry. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves movies, and leave a review to help more people find the show.Support the showWe discuss the news of Thomas Massie's recent marriage, the new DDF document on Marian titles, and more!Take advantage of great Catholic red wines by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "BASED" for 10% off at checkout!********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

Today's Topics: 1) Pius X to Francis: From 'Modernism Expelled" to "Modernism Enthroned," Pt. 1 https://www.traditionsanity.com/p/pius-x-to-francis-from-modernism 2, 3, 4) Is the Novus Ordo deforming the clergy https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/deforming-the-clergy

Is taking Communion necessary to earn Salvation? A Protestant wants to baptize his children? The logic of the Novus Ordo? Join us for Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Fr. Chris differentiates the Novus Ordo from the Latin Mass, explaining their respective histories, validity, and spiritual patrimony. Also learn about the Troops of St. George.

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 we make holidays Catholic again? How accurate is the Bible? How do we understand the Holy Spirit? Can Catholics believe in open theism? Are depictions of the resurrection supposed to denote that Jesus' wounds are healed? Do Orthodox Christians consider Catholics Christians? Could Jesus sin since he was human? Are FSSP priests any different from Novus Ordo priests? Why was "And also with you" changed to "And with your spirit"? What do my dreams mean if I saw my dead mother? Can a Catholic attend a protestant funeral? When did it become customary to pray only one set of mysteries? 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!

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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!A microphone squeal, a sarcastic wine ad, and then the floor drops out. We go from laughs to the fault lines running through Catholic life right now: a made-for-camera stunt at an ICE facility framed as “Eucharist denied,” diocesan letters pushing Latin Mass communities to fold into “reverent” alternatives, and families who built their lives around stable liturgy wondering where to go this Sunday. We don't dress it up—trust breaks when sacraments and headlines get blended for optics.We walk through Knoxville's announcement, the signals from Rome's DDW, and what the first week's numbers look like when a thriving TLM map gets redrawn. Behind every statistic is a home sale, a homeschool co-op, and a seven-year-old who just lost the friends he prays with. We press the claim that liturgy forms people: habits at the altar shape what your conscience tolerates on Monday. That doesn't deny validity; it insists that culture matters and that “reverent Novus Ordo” promises feel thin when the same authorities hint they'll remove kneelers if challenged.Cardinal Robert Sarah's voice serves as a compass: encourage those who actually practice the faith. We contrast that fatherly posture with an impulse to homogenize—whether in worship or in how leaders talk about identity and assimilation. The throughline is consistent: distinct forms, memories, and practices keep people rooted. Erase them and you get a bland surface where convictions evaporate. We wrestle with obedience, courage, and prudence without pretending there's a single neat answer. Endure what purifies; resist where your duty to your family demands it. And stop popesplaining people's pain—compassion is not disloyalty.Along the way we share bright threads: a young seeker finding the Latin Mass, a Protestant pastor-turned-Catholic who brought seventeen souls with him, and a reminder that different voices in the Church play different roles. If worship shapes belief, then the task is simple and hard: guard the forms that train hearts to love God, name the costs honestly, and build communities that don't fold when the memo arrives. If this resonates, subscribe, share the episode with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more displaced Catholics can find a lifeline.Support the showTake advantage of Recusant Cellar's "Christ the King" sale by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "REXCAELORUM" for 20% off at checkout!********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

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!The fights are loud; the fixes are quiet. We open with a hard look at how Catholics talk about the Pope—prudence vs. fear, why “seamless garment” rhetoric detonates in trad circles, and what we learned from mistakes under Francis. Then the conversation drops from theory to battle: a sudden wave of despair, the urge to relapse, and the shock of deliverance prayers that cut through the darkness in minutes. No theatrics. Just binding, sealing, and mercy that holds.From there, we trace the slow road back to reverence. A wife resists the Latin Mass, refuses a veil, and breaks into tears mid-liturgia; a father stops arguing and starts praying the rosary with his kids; families watch baptism in the old rite wake up something deep and ancient. We ask why anyone would restrict the one thing setting young hearts on fire—and we name motives without denying the spiritual stakes. Outrage is easy; building is harder. So we get practical: chant where you can, add vespers, catechize at home when programs fail, invite a Novus Ordo friend to High Mass and lunch for four Sundays in a row.Callers sharpen the edges. When does venting become gossip? How do you start a Catholic channel without becoming an apologist clone? What lines do you draw around invalid marriages when little eyes are watching? We offer simple rules that keep charity intact: love widely, scandal never, and let the holiness of your home do the talking. We also face Canada's euthanasia slide and what real honor for aging parents looks like when it hurts.Along the way, we detour through Augustine, Israel, and typology—not as trivia, but as ballast for the soul. If you're tired of online shots and hungry for what actually works—deliverance, confession, Latin Mass, fatherhood that keeps its vows—this is your map back to clarity.If this resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe for more honest conversations, and leave a review to help others find the show. Then tell us: what will you build this week?Support the showTake advantage of Recusant Cellar's "Christ the King" sale by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "REXCAELORUM" for 20% off at checkout!********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

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!A single viral moment can do what a shelf of encyclicals can't—and that's exactly what we unpack. A papal quip about the death penalty, a glossy “ice blessing” clip, and days of Twitter crossfire reopened old wounds about the “seamless garment” and whether the Church is speaking with a clear voice. We talk frankly about why many Catholics who lived through John Paul II and Benedict bristled at the language of “inadmissible,” how prudential judgments differ from absolute moral norms, and why it matters for trust in the Magisterium. No strawmen, no gotchas—just the real stakes underneath the noise.We also get honest about the rift between trads and normies. Converts often defend the papacy out of genuine gratitude for authority after Protestant fragmentation. Trads speak with urgency that can read as judgment, especially online. We explore how form shapes faith—why the quiet gravity of the Latin Mass naturally invites reverence, dress, and silence—and how Novus Ordo communities can cultivate the same without culture wars. Along the way, we ask hard questions about optics: when Catholic leaders cozy up to climate theater, do we risk laundering ideology that sidelines the unborn, the family, and subsidiarity? Stewardship of creation is good; ceding our moral voice to technocratic agendas is not.What do we do next? Steelman the other side. Drop the labels. Seek clarity from Rome that upholds the unique horror of abortion while acknowledging legitimate debate on the death penalty. Build locally—beautiful liturgy, solid catechesis, and real friendship travel further than hot takes. If authority wants trust, it must choose precision over vibes. If we want renewal, we must choose reverence over rage. Hit play, then tell us where you stand and why—we'll read and respond. And if this conversation helped you think more clearly, subscribe, share the show, and leave a review so more people can find it.Support the showTake advantage of Recusant Cellar's "Christ the King" sale by heading over to https://recusantcellars.com/ and using code "REXCAELORUM" for 20% off at checkout!********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

"Why doesn't the SSPX conditionally ordain all the Novus Ordo priests who join them?" What Catholics Believe responds to Fr Paul Robinson's explanation -and issues an invitation. This episode was recorded on 09/30/2025. Our Links: http://linkwcb.com/ Please consider making a monetary donation to What Catholics Believe. Father Jenkins remembers all of our benefactors in general during his daily Mass, and he also offers one Mass on the first Sunday of every month specially for all supporters of What Catholics Believe. May God bless you for your generosity! https://www.wcbohio.com/donate Subscribe to our other YouTube channels: ‪@WCBHighlights‬ ‪@WCBHolyMassLivestream‬ May God bless you all!

Who are the 24 elders from Revelation? Magisterium or Scripture? Theodicy? Join us for Open Line Friday with Colin Donovan.

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!Have you noticed the seismic shift happening in Catholic media? The comfortable patterns established during the Francis papacy have been utterly disrupted by Pope Leo's different leadership style, leaving content creators scrambling to adapt.For ten years, Francis provided a steady stream of controversial statements and actions that united conservative and traditional Catholics in shared concern. As Anthony observes, "Francis made normal Novus Ordo conservative Catholics feel like they had more in common with trads than they did with the Pope." This environment spawned an entire industry of Catholic media outlets that thrived on daily papal headlines.Enter Pope Leo, who speaks in what Anthony calls "squishy platitudes that allow everyone to hear what they want." This dramatic change has exposed the unsustainable nature of outrage-driven content. We're witnessing former allies taking shots at each other not because they disagree on substance, but because they're struggling to find new approaches in this changed landscape.Christian challenges fellow Catholic content creators to examine their mission: "The call of the Catholic is to take over the world, is to say that Christ has died, Christ has risen, Christ is coming again." He argues that many talented people in Catholic media have been wasting their gifts on sensationalizing papal news rather than creating content that advances Christ's kingdom.The conversation extends beyond just traditional Catholic circles, touching on how liberal Catholic media outlets like "Where Peter Is" are similarly affected. Both hosts advocate for a return to substance over sensation, relationship-building over viral moments, and reconciliation between Catholic media figures who found temporary unity under Francis.Whether you're a content creator yourself or simply a consumer of Catholic media, this episode offers crucial insights into the changing dynamics of faith communication in the digital age. How will Catholic media evolve in the Pope Leo era? What strategies will prove sustainable? Join us as we explore these questions and more.Support the show"Protect Catholic Kids" Shirt Fundraiser for Victims of Annunciation Shooting: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.com/collections/protect-catholic-kids ********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://avoiding-babylon-shop.fourthwall.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comFull Premium/Locals Shows on Audio Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1987412/subscribeRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

Today we'll do a careful study of the 1955 reform. Fr. Palko explains what changed, why it changed, and whether these revisions were justified—or dangerous. From Palm Sunday to the Easter Vigil, we explore the reasons behind the time shifts, structure changes, and liturgical simplifications. Were these revisions paving the way for the Novus Ordo, or were they well-intentioned efforts to help the faithful participate more fully? We also examine the SSPX's actual practice today, and whether using the 1956 rites is a compromise, a prudential choice, or a litmus test for tradition See all the episodes, and download resources: https://sspxpodcast.com/mass We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IYKvJ_xXoJM  – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

Today in the Catholic Mass Series, we look at a question that sparks heated debate in traditional circles: Why does the SSPX use the 1962 Missal? Fr. Palko walks us through the history of liturgical change—from Quo Primum in 1570 to the turbulent 1960s—and explains the Society's principled decision to adhere to the final pre–Novus Ordo edition. Along the way, we clarify myths about Quo Primum, address the role of Annibale Bugnini, and explore why change is not inherently bad—so long as it doesn't endanger the Faith. This episode lays the groundwork for a deeper dive into Holy Week reforms next time. See all the episodes, and download resources: https://sspxpodcast.com/mass We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jVui774HhE4  – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

Today we take a sobering look at the similarities between the New Mass and Protestant liturgies. Father explains how changes made by Luther and Cranmer in the 16th century—reducing the priesthood, eliminating sacrifice, and downplaying the Real Presence—are echoed in the Novus Ordo. We examine how a Mass shaped by ecumenism and a new theology ends up looking more like a Protestant service than the Traditional Latin Mass. This episode lays out the evidence, side-by-side, and asks: Can we worship like Protestants without thinking—and believing—like them? See all the episodes, and download resources: https://sspxpodcast.com/mass We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6VbkErm4Msg  – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

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 happens if the Pope commits a crime in a foreign country? Should we practice traditional customs/reverential gestures when attending a Novus Ordo parish or should we conform to the casual atmosphere there? ​Is it a sin if you and your fiance live in the same house but stay in different rooms? Is it OK for laity to anoint people with sacramental oil that is not the holy oil from the church? What does it mean that some will have greater happiness than others in heaven because some will see God more clearly, as stated in the "Catechism for Adults"? Any tips on making a good confession and examination conscience? I saw some Catholic influencers online telling young couples to have children even if they cannot afford it because God will take care of it. Is this good advice? The power of Last Rites Why did Jesus wait for the “right time” to proclaim the Kingdom? Do we as Catholics believe you have to be Catholic to be saved? How do we get an FSSP apostolate in my city? Can you please explain the practical implications of a sacrament being ‘valid but illicit'? For example, if a suspended priest validly consecrates the Eucharist, should the faithful receive it, or abstain out of respect for canonical order? How should one navigate these gray areas? Would you deem it advisable to tear down advertisements for morally wrong activities on billboards? Obviously without breaking the seal of confession, have you ever had a moment in the confessional that just made you laugh afterward? If you could try one miraculous food in Scripture (manna in the desert, the multiplication of the loaves, or the wedding feast wine at Cana, etc.), which one would you choose and why? 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!

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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 213 Topics covered: The Great Apostasy: Catholics are required to believe a massive number of Catholics will fall away from the true Faith before Christ returns, and even the Novus Ordo Catechism of John Paul II affirms this. But what is the nature of this Great Apostasy, how does it relate to the Papacy, and... are we living through it at present? Links: Traditional Catholic teaching on the Great Apostasy: found in The Catechism of the Council of Trent (see page 84) Novus Ordo teaching on the Great Apostasy: found in Catechism of the Catholic Church (see n. 675) Cardinal Henry Edward Manning's research on the Great Apostasy, the Pope, and the Antichrist presented in "The Persecution and ‘Death' of the Church: The Testimony of Scripture and Tradition", Novus Ordo Watch (Jan. 18, 2024) Collection of authoritative quotes of magisterial documents: The Catholic Teaching on the Papacy Pope Pius VII, Encyclical Diu Satis (1800) Pope Pius IX, Encyclical Nostis et Nobiscum (1849) Pope Pius IX, Encyclical Inter Multiplices (1853) Pope Pius VI, Apostolic Constitution Super Soliditate (1786) Pope Pius IX, Apostolic Letter Iam Vos Omnes (1868) Pope Leo XIII, Encyclical Satis Cognitum (1896) Pope Pius XI, Encyclical Mortalium Animos (1928) "Cardinal of Barcelona Bans Lecture on Christ the King", Gloria.TV (Jan. 14, 2025) Pope Pius XI, Encyclical Quas Primas (1925) Sign up to be notified of new episode releases automatically at tradcast.org. Produced by NOVUSORDOWATCH.org Support us by making a tax-deductible contribution at NovusOrdoWatch.org/donate/

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!Is the Catholic Church facing a demographic apocalypse or a traditional revival? This riveting conversation dives deep into the statistical realities reshaping Catholic parishes across America as the boomer generation begins to pass away.Two passionate young Catholics debate whether data suggests an impending collapse of Novus Ordo parishes or if reports of Catholicism's demise are greatly exaggerated. Ryan presents compelling statistics: parishes losing approximately 13 weekly Mass attendees annually to death, retention rates plummeting to 32% for those raised in the post-Vatican II liturgy, and traditional Latin Mass communities growing with 75% retention and fertility rates of 3.4 children per woman. Meanwhile, Hoosier argues for cautious optimism, pointing to stabilization in certain metrics and questioning whether liturgical form alone determines parish vitality.Beyond the numbers, this discussion explores the profound connection between liturgical practice and faith transmission. When ritual - the foundation of religious identity - undergoes dramatic change, what happens to cultural memory and intergenerational faith? Both debaters, though sometimes disagreeing on trajectory, share a deep love for the Church and concern for its future.The conversation weaves through fascinating territory: the experiential catechesis provided by reverent worship, the impact of Vatican II reforms beyond just the Mass, the surprising growth of traditional practices among younger Catholics, and what might constitute an authentic Catholic revival in modern America. Whether you're interested in Catholic demographics, liturgical debates, or the broader question of how religious identity survives in secular times, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives from faithful Catholics trying to understand where their Church is headed.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

What is the value of Latin, really? John Johnson joins Father Peter Hannah to discuss why all the cool people are studying Latin, as well as the Novus Ordo vs traditional Latin mass; Father Peter reminds us how latin is a time honored way to return our culture to the traditions we have discarded. They also discuss his experience in the Magnus Fellowship teaching the Latin course that broke the internet.  Watch the first of 8 classes from Introduction to Ecclesial Latin here: Join the Fellowship today!  

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Fr. Michael Copenhagen is a Melkite (Eastern Catholic) priest, husband, and father, at St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Melkite Catholic Church in Gates, New York. He holds a Bachelors of Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome.   In Today's Show: Are the Ukrainian Orthodox and Catholic Church the same? How does "Honor thy mother and father" change a child becomes an adult? What happens if you receive a blessing from God, but choose to reject it?  Can an Eastern rite priest say mass in other rites? Why weren't Eastern Rite liturgies changed after Vatican II? What is the Eastern church's stance on contraception vs. the West? Which type of funeral mass should we have for a non-practicing Catholic? What do Eastern Catholics think of the feud between the Novus Ordo and Traditional Latin Mass? Can you explain kneeling vs. standing during mass in the different rites? What is the Eastern Catholic view on the synodal church? Any advice on discerning between “waiting on the Lord” and trusting in His timing? ​Is 1 Cor 10:2 an example of a type of infant 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!

[embed]https://youtu.be/g2C0cfV720Y[/embed] Today on Questions with Father, we're tackling a sensitive topic that has generated discussion across traditional Catholic circles: the issue of conditional ordinations. In this episode, Fr. Paul Robinson responds to objections surrounding the SSPX's decision not to conditionally ordain every Novus Ordo priest who joins the Society. Why doesn't the SSPX reordain across the board? What did Archbishop Lefebvre actually do—and teach—on this matter? We'll address the principles behind the Society's approach, common misunderstandings about sacramental theology, and the real dangers of overreacting to uncertainty. It's a clear, thoughtful conversation aimed at peace of soul and fidelity to the Church's tradition. We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org View this episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/g2C0cfV720Y – – – – – – – See all the episodes:  https://sspxpodcast.com/questions/ – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, listeners ask thought-provoking questions on topics ranging from liturgy and Church history to spiritual warfare and vocational discernment. Questions include how to begin a career in Catholic apologetics, whether the Novus Ordo Mass assumes an ad orientem posture, and how exorcism practices differ between Catholics and non-Catholic Christians. Also discussed is the historical development of the priesthood and the formal distribution of Communion, tracing its evolution from house churches to today's liturgical structure. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:50 – What are some practical suggestions and advice for someone considering a career in Catholic apologetics? How should one begin to pursue the “soul” of apologetics? 15:19 – Does the Novus Ordo rubric originally assume that the Mass is celebrated ad orientem, and has it changed over time to be commonly celebrated facing the congregation? 29:15 – How is it that non-Catholic Christians are able to cast out demons, while in the Catholic Church exorcism is ecclesiastically regulated and reserved for authorized exorcists? 49:00 – When and how did the Church transition from early Christian gatherings in homes to a more formal institution of the priesthood and structured distribution of Communion?

Patrick brings playful banter about meme culture and viral videos before unpacking listener questions on everything from the difference between traditional and modern Catholic sacraments to incorrupt saints and whether tattoos cross a moral line. He discusses the realities of mixed marriages, fields tough questions about hypocrisy, and keeps the conversation honest yet light, blending humor with sharp, practical insight that feels both fresh and deeply grounded. Listeners hear real stories—like faith rekindled after decades away—and Patrick’s personal takes on thorny topics, all in one unpredictable episode. Michael - How have the sacraments changed before and after Vatican II? (03:23) Bunny - I read a news article about parents who exhumed their child from the grave, and it didn't decompose. If saints get this gift because they are holy how can a baby have it? (11:55) Greg - I have really been enjoying the Latin Mass and I was wondering what you think of it compared to the Novus Ordo? (18:44) Mayeli (email) - As a Catholic, I’ve been thinking about getting a tattoo, but I’m feeling conflicted. I want to make sure I’m not doing anything that goes against my faith, but I’m also trying to understand what the Church actually teaches about it. (27:21) Dylan (email) - I always find myself being a hypocrite. I try to apologize to people. What can I do? (37:25) Maria - My son is getting married to a woman who is not opposed to marrying in a Catholic Church, but she is not Catholic. What can we do? (40:54) Sam - I met a woman who said she was away from the Church for 52 years and you brought her back. Her husband also came into the faith a few years ago. (47:48)

In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we dive into one of the most debated topics in the modern Church: Why was the Novus Ordo Mass introduced after Vatican II, and how should Catholics view it alongside the Traditional Latin Mass? We explore the historical context, theological intent, and the call for reverence and unity across both forms. Whether you’re attached to the TLM or attend the Novus Ordo, this episode emphasizes mutual respect and liturgical richness. Help support the work we do by donating! Catholicanswersradio.com Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 13:22 – If Mary was born without original sin, why can’t everyone else?  16:33 – Is there any strong case (theological, biblical and/or historical) for women deacons? It seems there isn't any case, but as it gets brought up so often, what could be a strong man case for it?  35:02 – Hello from the UK, Jimmy. What exactly is a Doctor of the Church, and why are their views held in higher esteem compared to any other theologian or apologist? Thanks.  40:54 – What's a good way to explain why the Novus Ordo was introduced? How would you address critics of either the Novus Ordo or the Traditional Latin Mass that both forms should be respected?  49:10 – If after the resurrection we will be more like the angels, does this imply we will be genderless as well?  52:33 – Recently in one livestream, someone was saying Christianity spread with Bible in one hand and bullet in other. What should be my response as a Christian? 

Mozarabic? Braga? Ambrosian? Catholics are familiar with the Roman Catholic Mass in its traditional form and that of the "Novus Ordo," but many do not realize the liturgical diversity that once existed throughout the Western Church.

The Charlotte Diocese has been dominant in the news cycle for the bishop's attempts to both reduce access to the Latin Mass and eliminate reverence in the Novus Ordo. In this week's Let's Talk About This, Father McTeigue discusses what the GIRM really calls for, and how parishes could worship better. Show Notes Why a bishop's preferences can never become law – Catholic World Report Charlotte's War on Reverence: A Priesthood Undone - Crisis Magazine Rorate Exclusive: The Anti-Traditional and Anti-Liturgical Pastoral Letter to be Sent by the Bishop of Charlotte on Liturgical Norms in His Diocese General Instruction of the Roman Missal (at Vatican.va) General Instruction of the Roman Missal (as PDF) Bishop grants request to pause restrictions on Latin Mass until Vatican's October deadline Completing the Implementation of Traditionis Custodes in the Diocese of Charlotte Who Can Help the Diocese of Charlotte? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. Response to Father Robert McTeigue - ChantWorks  FBI Spied on St Stanislaus MKE Old Rite Parish iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!