Podcasts about Purgatory

Audio taken from the live video recording "Is Purgatory Real? What the Bible Actually Says" - https://youtu.be/p4FbruEOc8QPurgatory has long been a debated concept within Christianity. Some believe it's a real place of purification after death; others see it as a human tradition without biblical foundation. In this message, we'll search the Scriptures to discern whether purgatory is divine truth or simply church tradition.In today's study, we will go over these three questions:1 - What is purgatory?2 - Why do people believe in purgatory?3 - What does the Bible say about purgatory?Key Scriptures for today's teaching: 1 Corinthians 3:13-15Other Scriptures in this study: 1 John 1:7; Romans 4:5; Titus 3:5; Ephesians 2:8-10; Hebrews 10:14; 2 Corinthians 5:8; Philippians 3:20Unless otherwise noted, most Scripture will be read from the New Living Translation (NLT) Bible.If you prayed with Tiff, click here https://lostlamb.org/ and let him know! Thank you for listening, and subscribe for new content each week. 
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Friends of the Rosary,Tomorrow, November 1, is the solemnity of All Saints, and today, October 31, is the Eve of All Saints, commonly known as Halloween. In England, saints or holy people are called “hallowed,” hence the name “All Hallows' Day.”Pope Sixtus IV, in 1484, established November 1 as the feast of All Saints, a holy day of obligation, and assigned both a vigil, “All Hallows' Eve” or “Hallowe'en”. However, the current missal does not have a vigil Mass for the feast. And Halloween is not a liturgical feast on the Catholic calendar.The three consecutive days — Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day — illustrate the Communion of Saints.The Church Militant — that is, we, those on earth, striving to get to heaven — rejoices and honors the Church Triumphant — the saints, canonized and uncanonized in heaven. And we ask for the Saints' intercession.The Church Militant prays also for the Church Suffering — those souls in Purgatory — especially on All Souls Day and during the entire month of November.Halloween is a combination of the preparation for and celebration of two upcoming feasts. This feast has been adopted by the secular world, with all the demonic and witchcraft imagery, but the roots of the celebration are firmly grounded in Catholic tradition.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• October 31, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

As Fr. Chris Alar explains, the evening we now call Halloween began not as a pagan ritual, but as a sacred Christian vigil—All Hallows' Eve, the holy night before the solemnity of All Saints' Day. This feast, instituted in the 700s, has always been a time to honor the saints and pray for the faithful departed. The Church's ancient practice of vigils reflected the truth that holy days begin at sundown, anticipating the joy of what is to come.Many claim Halloween is rooted in paganism, yet history says otherwise. Popes Gregory III and IV, who established the feast and its vigil, had no knowledge of the Celtic festival of Samhain. While certain customs like bonfires, costumes, and carved lanterns existed in pagan Europe, their Christian meaning transformed them: light overcoming darkness, prayers for the dead, and the triumph of holiness over sin. As with the Christmas tree, these cultural remnants were baptized—not banned—by the Church.Our Catholic ancestors saw All Hallows' Eve as a time to remember that life on earth is fleeting and that Heaven, Purgatory, and Hell are real. The “veil” between the visible and invisible was thought to thin, reminding us of the souls who need our prayers. Even “trick or treating” began as the holy custom of souling—children receiving soul cakes in exchange for praying for the dead. The jack-o'-lantern, too, once symbolized the light of Christ and the souls awaiting redemption.Halloween became distorted after the Reformation, when anti-Catholic sentiment labeled the feast “pagan.” Puritans even outlawed it in early America, erasing its sacred meaning. But the Church has never ceased to teach that this vigil belongs to Christ. It is not a night to glorify evil, witchcraft, or fear—but a night to honor the saints, pray for the departed, and rejoice in God's victory over death.“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good” (Romans 12:21). May this Holy Eve draw us closer to the Communion of Saints and remind us that holiness conquers darkness.Learn more about the truth behind Catholic tradition in Fr. Chris Alar's book Understanding the Sacraments at ShopMercy.org.#frchrisalar #marian #marians #marianfathers #marianhelpers #divinemercy #thedivinemercy #catholic #catholicism #romancatholic #romancatholicism #catholictiktok #halloween #allhallowseve #allsaintsday #purgatory #holiness #faith #history #churchtradition #christianheritage ★ Support this podcast ★

(image source: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/did-ancient-primates-walk-alongside-dinosaurs-new-evidence-backs-up-theory) Happy Paleo Bites-oween, where we will host Halloween themed episodes all week, every day! On this fourth day of Paleo Bites-oween, this one on actual Halloween (but don't worry, the celebration of Paleo Bites-oween will last the whole week still) host Matthew Donald and guest co-host Natasha Krech discuss Purgatorius, a tiny squirrel-like mammal that seems innocent enough until you learn that it eventually evolved into the most terrifying monster of all… HUMANITY. AAAAGH! Yes, humans are the real monsters. I've read Frankenstein. From the Early Paleocene, this 6-inch primatomorph survived the meteor that killed the dinosaurs and then kept on surviving until it became us. See, it's Purgatorius because up until it survived and evolved into later representatives in the human ancestry, it had a choice between Heaven or Hell, and by choosing to continue to evolve into humans, it chose Hell. Want to further support the show? Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdXnbmbdvKBVoUexcFBgMNQ for ad-free episodes, and sign up to our Patreon for exclusive bonus content at Patreon.com/MatthewDonald. Also, you can get links to follow Matthew Donald and purchase his books at https://linktr.ee/matthewdonald. His latest book, Teslamancer, just released August 27th! And mild spoiler alert... there are kind of dinosaurs in it... mwuahahaha. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Episode:Why the 'Immediate Entry Into Heaven', Argument - Fails...Diocesan Staff Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers, Dr. Karlo Broussard, explains the Why's behind Catholic Beliefs from Faith, Morality, and Culture. Providing the Reasons behind the claims made by the Catholic Church. Send your questions to...Karlo@stmichaelradio.comA Production of St. Michael Catholic RadioThe Catholic Reason Airs Every Thursday on 94.9 St Michael Catholic Radio at 4 p.m. CST.

Karlo shows how the readings Purgatory as a doctrine for the elect, justification as interior holiness, & why “once saved, always saved” misses the truth

Forget pumpkins and plastic skeletons, in Tudor England, Halloween was sacred.   On 31st October, All Hallows' Eve marked the start of Hallowtide, a three-day festival blending pagan Samhain customs with Christian devotion: - All Hallows' Eve (Halloween) – ringing bells, lighting bonfires, wearing masks to ward off spirits, and “souling” for cakes to pray for the dead. - All Saints' Day (1 November) – honouring every saint and martyr in heaven. - All Souls' Day (2 November) – remembering all the departed, especially those in Purgatory. In this episode, I step back into Tudor England to uncover: - The origins of apple bobbing and “Nutcrack Night” - How souling became the forerunner of trick-or-treating - Why Hallowtide was both festive and deeply spiritual, a time to bridge the worlds of the living and the dead So if you've ever wondered what Halloween meant before horror films and sweets, this is the story of how the Tudors honoured the dead, celebrated life, and kept the darkness at bay. #Halloween #TudorHistory #HalloweenHistory #Hallowtide #OnThisDay #AllHallowsEve #AllSaintsDay #AllSoulsDay #AnneBoleynFiles

Get all set for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father James Brockmeier.SummaryIn this episode of All Set for Sunday, hosts Scott Williams and Fr. James Brockmeier discuss the significance of All Souls Day, the understanding of purgatory, and the importance of praying for the souls of the deceased. They explore the transformative power of virtue and the role of indulgences in the Catholic faith, while also touching on the lighthearted aspects of Halloween and personal anecdotes. The conversation emphasizes the need for spiritual growth and preparation for heaven, making it a meaningful reflection for listeners.TakeawaysAll Souls Day is a time to remember and pray for the deceased.Purgatory serves as a purification process for souls.Sin affects us in two ways: guilt and formation.We must seek to grow in virtue to prepare for heaven.Indulgences can be offered for the souls in purgatory.The significance of vestments reflects the seriousness of death.Halloween can be a fun celebration without crossing into the occult.Praying for the dead is a gift we can offer.The connection between Halloween and All Saints Day is important.We should focus on the joy of faith and community during these celebrations.Chapters03:38 Celebrating All Souls Day06:36 Understanding the Readings for All Souls Day09:47 The Importance of Purgatory12:31 The Role of Sin and Virtue15:38 Praying for the Souls in Purgatory18:28 Indulgences and Their Significance21:39 Liturgical Colors and Their Meanings24:45 Halloween and Its Connection to Faith30:37 Feedback and Closing Remarks

For the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed or All Souls, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our faithfulness to Christ on this side of life and how it determines our eternal life. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.

For the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed or All Souls, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our faithfulness to Christ on this side of life and how it determines our eternal life. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.

Dominic Berardino, the president of Southern California Renewal Communities, joins Ralph to talk about the Catholic doctrine of Purgatory.

Velcome everyone. Earth is Purgatory!For our FINAL EPISODE OF SPOOKY MONTH, we start off with a spooky folk story, and then a TON of Next Fest demos! Then we talk about a disturbing horror game about answering your door in the apocalypse, and a game about a naughty boy who runs with scissors.Games Mentioned: No I'm Not a Human The Berlin Apartment Nighthawks Servant of the Lake Earth Must Die! Séance of Blake Manor Perfect Tides: Station to Station Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club Cult Vacui The Dark Rites of Arkham The Last Case of John Morley Father Winter Burrow Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence The Tragedy at Deer Creek Papers Please Myst Clock TowerEmail us! mattandroses@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/fPv7hRgTeVFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/saveyourgamepodcast

“How can the Mass be Jesus' single offering and Purgatory?” This episode explores the relationship between the Mass and sanctification, addressing why Catholics may still feel imperfect after attending. Additionally, we delve into the doctrine of purgatory, the meaning of ‘the heaven and the new earth,’ and the role of laypeople in distributing communion. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:05 – Hebrews 10:14 says that Jesus's single offering on the cross perfects those for all time who are being sanctified. Yet, Catholics go to Mass and leave still imperfect. So, how can the Mass be Jesus' single offering if Catholics aren't perfected when they leave it? 13:52 – Can you help me better understand the doctrine of purgatory? 21:26 – What does ‘the heaven and the new earth' mean? 29:04 – What are some practical applications of the teaching on contraception and the exceptions? 40:16 – Why do Catholics allow lay people to give out communion? Wouldn’t touching it make the host unholy? 51:25 – Are there other types of the mass other than the ordinary and the extraordinary? 03:30 – Is God three separate spirits or one spirit? 15:10 – How do you make the distinction of venial and mortal sin? 22:32 – How can Jesus have two wills? 39:59 – I have difficulty accepting that missing mass is a mortal sin. How do I better understand this? 50:44 – Act 22 says you don’t have to die to be a saint. Why do you Catholics only call dead people saints? How can the Catholic Church be the original Church?

Lubomir Arsov of @in-shadow returns to talk about the themes baked into his now widely-released short film, The Forest King, which adapted ancient myths into a cautionary tale about losing one's soul to "the metaverse". You are invited to a live viewing party of The Forest King after the end credits, but if you are seeing this after-the-fact, the link is below! The second half of the show is going to be a nice landing spot for a few extras, including a some reels, and a look into my cousin Trevor's process in creating my very own Claymation puppet, which was part of a very special surprise on the Saturday Night Special! Watch The Forest King: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtRwYS0h4Ao Unleash Your Brain w/ Keto Brainz Nootropic 20% OFF w/ Promo code FRANKLY: https://tinyurl.com/2cess6y7 Sponsor The Show and Get VIP Perks: https://www.quitefrankly.tv/sponsor One-Time Tip: http://www.paypal.me/QuiteFranklyLive Elevation Blend Coffee & Official QF Mugs: https://www.coffeerevolution.shop/category/quite-frankly Official QF MERCH: https://tinyurl.com/f3kbkr4s Gold & Silver: https://quitefrankly.gold Send Holiday cards, Letters, and other small gifts, to the Quite Frankly P.O. Box! Quite Frankly 222 Purchase Street, #105 Rye, NY, 10580 Tip w/ Crypto: BTC: bc1q97w5aazjf7pjjl50n42kdmj9pqyn5zndwh3lng XRP: rnES2vQV6d2jLpavzf7y97XD4AfK1MjePu Leave a Voice Mail: https://www.speakpipe.com/QuiteFrankly Read Exclusive Quite Frankly Articles & Past Newsletter Features: https://www.quitefrankly.tv/newsletter-archives Quite Frankly Socials: Twitter/X: @QuiteFranklyTV Instagram: @QuiteFranklyOfficial Discord Chat: https://discord.gg/u5RutUcSMJ Official Forum: https://tinyurl.com/k89p88s8 Telegram: https://t.me/quitefranklytv Truth: https://tinyurl.com/5n8x9s6f GETTR: https://tinyurl.com/2fprkyn4 Gab: https://tinyurl.com/mr42m2au Streaming Live On: QuiteFrankly.tv (Powered by Foxhole) Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/yc2cn395 BitChute: https://tinyurl.com/46dfca5c Rumble: https://tinyurl.com/yeytwwyz Kick: https://kick.com/quitefranklytv Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/quitefranklylive Audio On Demand: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/301gcES iTunes: http://apple.co/2dMURMq SoundCloud: https://tinyurl.com/yc44m474

Pat and Aaron open today's show with a recap of last night's Wolrd Series game three that ended just hours before our show started and our parlay that fell through in the most frustrating way on MNF last night.

We take a LOOOOONG overdue trip to Purgatory Scream park to visit with Joe the make up artist. Owners Shane and Ryan not only jump in, but come in clutch with a portable hot water heater!! listen un as we drink some horror themed beers and share great stories with a Scream Parn in full operation just outside the truck!!

7 True Stories of Purgatory: The Purifying Fire (Ep. 486)Following last week's 7 Hallowed Stories of Holiness, this week we take you on a journey into other incredible, true stories of mercy. Purgatory is not God's punishment; it is His love, finishing its work.In this powerful special, we explore seven true stories that reveal the fire of mercy that purifies the soul for heaven. From the burned handprints preserved in Rome's Purgatory Museum to St. Catherine of Genoa's vision of love's refining flame; from St. Margaret Mary's suffering for a soul in need to Padre Pio's encounter with the “ghost” of a workman who waited for the Mass that would set him free—each story unveils a facet of God's justice made tender. (MANUSCRIPT)These are not ghost stories—they're grace stories.Listen as heaven's veil lifts and the saints remind us: love continues, prayer matters, and mercy never ends. Because the flames we fear are the same that free

“What is the significance of the Immaculate Conception?” This episode delves into this controversial belief, while also addressing how to explain purgatory to non-Catholics and the Catholic understanding of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Join us as we explore these essential topics and more in Catholic apologetics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – What is the significance of the Immaculate Conception? 12:45 – How can we explain the concept of purgatory to non-Catholics? 25:10 – Why do Catholics believe in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist? 37:22 – What is the role of the Pope in the Catholic Church? 49:15 – How should Catholics approach the topic of abortion in discussions with others?

Debbie and Adam field listener questions about whether demons are more active around Halloween, what's the best way to show a Christian spirit with your decorations, and what you should give and not give to trick-or-treaters.  Links: Show Archive - www.GRNonline.com/SpiritWorld  Seine River Cruise - www.grnonline.com/events/seine-river-cruise Halloween Deep Dive on TSW - https://sites.libsyn.com/535057/halloween  Protect Your Investments with Physical Gold - https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/grn

New Yorker staff writer Jon Lee Anderson joins Billy Corben to talk about the state of the island of Cuba. Plus, an update on the free gift of land given by the state of Florida to help build the Trump presidential library. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wisdom 3:1–9 Psalm 23:1–3a, 3b–4, 5, 6 Romans 5:5–11 or Romans 6:3–9 John 6:37–40 When St. Paul talked about the resurrection of the dead with the philosophers at Athens, many laughed and mocked him (Acts 17:32). The Gospel, he would later write, is "foolishness" to the wise of this world (1 Corinthians 1:18). Yet this week's First Reading tells us that it is foolish to think that the souls of the just are dead. Instead, theirs is a "hope full of immortality." By His Resurrection, Jesus frees the human race from the fear of death — from the terrible fear of the unknown, of our own disintegration — that holds us in a kind of slavery (see Hebrews 2:14–15). Because He has walked the dark valley of death before us, and because He has promised to walk alongside us, we can take courage and fear no evil, in the words of this week's Psalm. This is God's will for us — the reason Jesus came into the world, according to today's Gospel: that we will recognize Jesus as the Son of God and, by believing in Him, be raised to eternal life. If we believe in Him, we will follow Him, as the Psalmist says. He will refresh our souls in the waters of Baptism, anoint our heads with the oil of Confirmation, and set before us the table of the Eucharist. There our cups will be filled to overflowing. And by these mysteries of His kindness and goodness, we will "dwell in the house of the Lord" in this life and in the life to come. The First Reading seems to allude to the doctrine of Purgatory — to the souls of the just being chastised, purified as gold in a furnace, and made worthy of God (see 1 Corinthians 3:11–12). This reading also tells us of the glory of the saints, who will share in the rule of Christ, judging and ruling over the nations (see Luke 22:30). Through the "newness of life" we have in the sacraments, this week's Epistle adds, we "grow into union" with Jesus, confident that we will be together with Him when He comes again at the end of time.

Either Jesus has provided for our complete forgiveness and restoration with God, or he has not. And the prevailing opinion taught from the Pope on down to the local priest in the 1500's was that Jesus has done his part of God's salvation through his suffering, death and resurrection, but now each person must also do their part.

In March 2024, WWL Radio football analyst Mike Detillier said the New Orleans Saints were in “football purgatory,” which meant to say they weren't good enough to be a Super Bowl contender and not bad enough for a complete teardown. What about now? Mike joins Jim Derry on Wednesday's Dattitude Podcast (Ep. 431) presented by Evangeline Securities to share his thoughts, and he also talks LSU in the same boat. Of course, we have the big question: Just how hot is fire under Coach Brian Kelly as the Tigers get to the two-thirds pole this week vs. Texas A&M. Will Saints coach Kellen Moore make the change sooner rather than later from quarterback Spencer Rattler to Tyler Shough? Will Devin Neal have a much larger role now that Kendre Miller is out for the season, and Alvin Kamara has goine through a rough patch? Jim talks for a few moments on the New Orleans Pelicans season opener, and Gabe Henderson finishes off the show with for Thursday Night Football picks as the Minnesota Vikings travel to face the Los Angeles Chargers.

Remember back when the Punisher was killed off only to be reincarnated as a Nerf gun toting demon?  Well, neither did we until we found this issue in comic book Purgatory.  Seek us out under the Field of Geeks umbrella wherever you podcast, YouTube, or www.fieldofgeeks.com. We are also available on Facebook and Gmail under The Number 1 Comics Podcast.  Huge thanks to Raven Xavier for crafting our awesome theme. Check Raven out at https://ravexmusic.bandcamp.com/). #Marvel #MarvelComics #Comicbook #Comics #Punisher #FrankCastle #Marvelknights #MichaelGolden #BernieWrightson #HorrorComics #FrankenCastle

Berly and LA tackle Supernatural Season 8, Episode 19: "Taxi Driver" - and the episode title should really be "We Told You So" because the hosts called EVERYTHING.The episode opens with Kevin having horrific hallucinations of Crowley dismembering him on that disgusting houseboat (still not the bunker, Sam and Dean!). The hosts are STILL demanding Kevin get moved to safety, and spoiler alert: he doesn't, which goes about as well as you'd expect.Kevin deciphers the second trial: rescue an innocent soul from Hell and deliver it to Heaven. The hosts were thrilled at the prospect of seeing both realms, but the 45-minute runtime had other plans. Sam and Dean torture a crossroads demon (after filming the Harlem Shake video at that location - priorities!), who tells them about Ajay, a Reaper who smuggles souls for a price.Enter Ajay, a "cutie patootie" Reaper taxi driver who agrees to help for the low price of a future favor. He drops Sam in Purgatory (Hell-adjacent real estate!), which leads to the easiest journey ever - one monster fight, a conveniently placed weapon, and boom, he's in Hell. The hosts were suspicious of how smoothly everything went.The heartbreaking twist: Ajay reveals he took Bobby Singer to Hell. Sam rescues Bobby from his cell (Bobby's ghost skills are on point now!), and they escape back to Purgatory. But Ajay has been killed by Crowley, leaving them stranded.Cue the tears: Dean calls Benny for help. The vampire who doesn't fit in with humans OR vampires agrees to sacrifice himself, leading Sam through Purgatory to the portal. Benny stays behind to fight off other vampires, choosing to remain in Purgatory rather than return. Berly was SOBBING, noting this was somehow more tragic than if Benny had succumbed to bloodlust.Sam successfully gets Bobby's soul to Heaven (with Naomi's help - she's maybe not completely evil?), completing the second trial. But back at the houseboat, Crowley captures Kevin after killing Mrs. Tran off-screen (the hosts are NOT okay with these beloved character deaths happening off-camera).The episode ends with everything gone - Kevin, the tablet, all his notes. The hosts smugly remind everyone they predicted Sam would come around on Benny once he actually met him, and Dean admits he didn't burn Benny's bones, leaving the door open for his return.Berly and LA were emotionally wrecked by Benny's sacrifice while simultaneously vindicated by their predictions. They're still confused about Naomi's true motives but appreciate finally getting some forward movement on her character."I already said goodbye to you once, Sam. Didn't seem to take. No reason to think I won't see you again somewhere down the road."Sources:https://supernatural.fandom.com/wiki/Taxi_Driverhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2076426/episodes/14802473Send us your review!Support the showTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!Please rate and review Denim-Wrapped Nightmares wherever you get your podcasts! Find social channels and more on our Linktree.

Artificial Intelligence is the next big thing. That's true for the spiritual realm too. Are we being duped, deceived, or manipulated by A.I.? This is an important discussion you don't want to miss. Links: Show Archive - www.GRNonline.com/SpiritWorld  Seine River Cruise - www.grnonline.com/events/seine-river-cruise Protect Your Investments with Physical Gold - https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/grn Antiqua et Nova - https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2025-01/new-vatican-document-examines-potential-and-risks-of-ai.html

Patrick fields questions that range from biblical interpretation and apostolic tradition to Catholic identity in a sea of denominations, offering clarity and practical guidance. Stories about loved ones, caffeine habits, and conversations with Jehovah’s Witnesses spark personal reflection and genuine curiosity in the moment. Whether facing heartfelt doubts or quirky everyday scenarios, Patrick listens and responds with a mix of warmth, historical insight, and unwavering Catholic perspective. Scott - Peter James and John saw Elijah and Moses. I think that verse shows that there are people in Heaven. (00:34) Rhonda - Who do Protestants look to for the final word on answers on dogma and critical beliefs? (06:13) Elliot – Why is the Bible written in a way that can have multiple interpretation? (17:22) Bob - My Pastor wants to change the 10AM Mass at our church to a family mass yet, nobody sings at this mass. (23:27) Kathleen - What do you think of my response to Jehovah's Witnesses: I exchange an hour of their time with an hour of going to Mass with me. (27:54) Carolyn (email) - All these talk shows are so full of anger. (32:56) Michelle (email) - Thinking about what Jesus spoke at the Last Supper. (34:15) Girard - What is the difference between a caffeine addiction and a nicotine addiction? (36:27) Jimmy - We pray for our loved ones in Purgatory. Is it ok to pray to someone who is a loved one who is deceased? Is this acceptable? (44:51)

Canada's automotive sector continues to trot along the bumpy road, after auto giant Stellantis announced its plans to relocate Jeep production from the Brampton Assembly Plant to a location in Illinois.The Brampton plant has closed its doors in 2024 in preparation for the production of the new EV model, but that's also been paused after US President Trump's tariff announcement on the automotive sector earlier this year.The residuals of Trump's push for domestic vehicle production has since threatened the livelihoods of more than 3,000 at the Brampton plant alone, with the rest of the sector biting its nails for whatever else the President has up his sleeves. And Ottawa has since announced it might bring Stellantis before a judge if it actually goes through with their $13B investment moving down South.Host Mike Eppel speaks to Greg Layson, Digital and Mobile Editor at Automotive News Canada to break down the 'why' behind Stellantis' bombshell announcement, and where it leaves Canada's fragile automotive sector. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

With special guest: Paul Ham… in conversation with Bill Kable Our topics do not come much bigger or more interesting than The Soul: A History of the Human Mind written by our guest today Paul Ham. Certain ideas come to mind when we mention the word “Soul”. Are we talking about soul music or the definition in the catechism or maybe the soul of America which was said to be lost during the Vietnam war? Paul tells us that the soul can mean all of these things and more. Paul has tackled a topic which is huge in breadth and also extended over the millennia to the beginnings of civilisation. His discovery is that what humans first called the soul was originally thought to be a part of all of us. The soul survived the death of the body and then ventured to an underworld which might be Heaven or Hell. Some Christians believed at one stage that there was also a halfway house called Purgatory but that has disappeared in more recent beliefs. In fact the soul itself disappeared mysteriously during the period called the enlightenment until we arrive where we are today and scientists tell us that the mind is a creation of the brain. Podcast (mp3)

How can I have my sins absolved? Do I have to confess my sins to a priest and then do penance in order to be forgiven by God? Is a time period of cleansing in purgatory necessary after death?

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Welcome to The Witching Hour Podcast, to night I welcome dear friends of mine Ken Arnold and Dan Deluca to the show! Tonight we discuss their latest award winning feature " A Town Called Purgatory " that was created by Ken Arnold, written by Dan Deluca and directed by Matt Servitto all of whom star in this frightening western town hunted by a Navajo Skinwalker.

October is absolutely jam-packed with Saint's Days and Holy Days that bring us hope and spiritual blessings. It's so much fun to talk about these spiritual matters with our Spirit World family of listeners! Today is the October Open Forum, so call 877-757-9424 with any and all of your questions. Debbie and Adam can't wait to hear from you! Links: Show Archive - www.GRNonline.com/SpiritWorld   Seine River Cruise - www.grnonline.com/events/seine-river-cruise   We have a new sponsor! Check out St. Joseph Partners - https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/grn 

Get a plenary indulgence for the holy souls in Purgatory with Holy Heroes' FREE “cheat sheet” today! https://blog.holyheroes.com/the-november-secret-most-catholics-dont-know/Once dismissed as America's lowest ranking state in many quality of life metrics, Mississippi has quietly become one of the nation's top-performing states in education. The so-called “Mississippi Miracle” was driven by strategic reforms that have had a clear impact on students' success. In this video Erika breaks down how grit, leadership, and faith—not just funding—turned America's poorest state into its most surprising educational success story.Subscribe to the LOOPcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theLOOPcast

The Church worked very hard to suppress the belief that the dead could be resurrected. They only partly succeeded. Why did the church not want the people and the ancestors to have a relationship? Well, not everyone comes back from the dead. It is written that those souls who have not integrated into the afterlife are known as the Revenant - a reanimated corpse (not a ghost), an undead being from European folklore that returns to the mortal world from the dead, often to seek vengeance or settle unfinished business. This is why Purgatory was created by the Roman Catholic church in the 13th century. There was heaven and hell, and a preserve for the aimless Revenant; this "in-between" place naturally became the residence of the dead who were not resting peacefully. Listen to Ground Zero with Clyde Lewis M-F from 7-10 pm, pacific time on groundzeroplus.com. Call in to the LIVE show at 503-225-0860. #groundzeroplus #clydelewis #Revenant #undead #purgatory

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”Candy might fuel the night, but what if Halloween could fuel a child's hope? We sat down with bestselling author Anthony DeStefano to reframe the season through "All Hallows Eve"—the vigil of All Saints Day—and rediscover why praying for the dead, telling honest stories, and bathing kids' imaginations in beauty can turn a “spooky” evening into a path toward joy. Anthony traces the roots of his clear, evocative style back to Pulitzer Prize winner Frank McCourt, then shows how that simplicity serves big ideas: purgatory as final cleansing, mercy that's stronger than sin, and stories that thrill without glamorizing evil.If you've ever wondered how to explain purgatory to a child, how to hold justice and mercy together, or how to reclaim Halloween without losing the fun, this conversation offers a practical, hopeful path. Come for the story; stay for the formation. And if it moves you, share the episode with a friend, subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, and leave a review—your feedback helps more families find a better way to celebrate All Hallows Eve.Here's the link to All Hallows' Eve! Visit Anthony's Website for all his books and moreHere are the links to Jack's Substack and  X https://x.com/JP2RenewalEmail us: info@ jp2renew.org or vist our website: jp2renew.orgSupport the show

Join us on this enlightening episode of The Catholic Couple Podcast as we sit down with bestselling author Anthony DeStefano to explore the true meaning of Halloween. Anthony, the author of the children's book All Hallow's Eve (published by Sophia Institute Press), shares the inspiration behind his story and how it can help families teach kids about the vigil of All Saints' Day.We dive into the Church's teachings on Halloween, All Saints' Day, and even purgatory, giving parents the tools to have meaningful conversations with their children about faith, death, and the communion of saints. Anthony's book includes a helpful appendix with Bible references and Catechism passages, making it a perfect resource for guiding kids in understanding the faith.This episode is a must-listen for families looking to celebrate Halloween in a way that points children to God, truth, and the beauty of our Catholic tradition.https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

BT & Sal welcome Yankees legend Alex Rodriguez for a scorched-earth analysis of the Bombers' disastrous Blue Jays series, with A-Rod confronting the team's 'no continuity' and the lasting stain of the Steroid Era. Plus, the guys tear into the Giants' defensive woes and debate if Brian Daboll deserves patience with rookie QB Jaxson Dart, all before dissecting a wild 'Call of the Day' on Giants GM Joe Schoen.

Michael Caissie, known for projects like; The Island, Purgatory, Hangman, No Tears In Hell, and More, stops by for an all new episode of Moose's Monster Mash.  Michael talks about his start in filmmaking and what it takes to become a writer in Hollywood. We also dive deeper into his newest film, No Tears In Hell.   Sponsored By:   Ink Union Tattoo Co. GREENLIGHT NATURAL | Omaha THC Dispensary   Links To Mention:   https://www.instagram.com/michael.caissie/ https://www.instagram.com/paul_moose_harder/  https://www.facebook.com/moosesmonstermashpod https://electronicmediacollective.com/moose/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKQJq7_ZnFIjg0vcc5R7F7w https://twitter.com/MooseMediainc

It's Week 5 of the "Perfect Parlay Pick Segment," and with zero winning parlays to show for it and BT's morale "shaken," Sal brings in Hoff to join the action. BT, who is last in total points, lays a three-team parlay including a Titans demolition and a Dallas-Jets 'Over.' Sal keeps his parlay short with a two-teamer, banking on his beloved Broncos to cover and the Saints to beat the Giants. Hoff, who is second in total points, counters with a three-team all-road parlay, confidently backing his Giants pick. The segment is a chaotic mix of confidence and anxiety as the trio lays out their bets, desperately hoping to finally hit the coveted 25, 50, or 100-point payday.

The Halloween Jack-o'-lantern, made from pumpkins in the US and originally turnips in the UK, began its existence as a wisp of glowing marsh gas or "spooklight." We begin our episode with a montage of modern American spooklights including that of Oklahoma's "Spooklight Road," North Carolina's Brown Mountain, and the flying saucers sighted in Michigan in 1966, famously identified by investigator Allen Hynek  as "swamp gas." "Jack-o'-lantern"  was just another name given to what's more widely known now as a Will-o'-the-wisp -- a wavering, bobbing light seen in marshy places, understood as mischievous spirit intent on leading travelers off course and into their doom in muck and mire.  Flaming methane produced by rotting vegetation in such environments, is said to the the cause of the phenomenon, though the mode of ignition is still largely a matter of debate. The Latin name for such lights, ignis fatuus  (ool's fire), was also applied to phenomena having nothing to do with swamps, as it's been used interchangeably with "St. Elmo's Fire" to describe electrical discharges seen on ships; masts and other rodlike protrusions when atmospheric conditions are right. We hear a dramatic first-person account from 1847, in which St. Elmo's Fire (identified by antiquarian Henry Duncan as ignis fatuus) appears on a coachman's whip during a storm. A mirage in a marsh. Coloured wood engraving by C Whymper. Gas. Contributors: Charles H Whymper (1853–1941). We then hear what scientists of the 16th and 17th century made of ignis fatuus, often relating it  unexpectedly to meteors or luminous insects, while mocking "the superstitions" who imagined it as wandering spirits alight with the flames of Purgatory. Along with marsh spirits exlusively dedicated to misleading travelers, ignis fatuus could also be a temporary  form  taken by shapeshifting fairy folk like Puck or Robin Goodfellow.  We hear an example of this from  the 1628 pamphlet, Robin Goodfellow, his Mad Pranks and Merry Jests. We also see the term appearing in literature of the 16th and 17th century as a metaphor for treachery or deception, in works by John Milton and William Shakespeare. We run through the variety of colorful regional names by which Will-o-the-Wisps were known: Bob-a-longs, Pinkets, Spunkies, Merry Dancers, Nimble men, Hinkypunks, and Flibberdigibbets, as well as some female variants including Peg-a-lantern and Kitty with the Candlestick. In Wales, these mysterious lights could be omens of death, also known as "corpse candles," or "death lights." Appearing around the home of the dying or at the deathbed, they were also called "fetch lights," as they would arrive when required to fetch the soul to the other side. In Cornwall, fool's fire is associated with the piskies, in particular Joan the Wad and her partner Jack-o'-the-Lantern, the former having acquired a mostly positive reputation in the 20th century as a luck-bringer. Mrs. Karswell also reads  some tales of ignis fatuus in the western counties, where the lights are called "hobby lanterns" (from hobgoblin) or  "lantern men." We then shift gears to discuss the pumpkin form of Jack-o'-lantern, beginning with a well-circulated Irish origin story. A quick summary: the light carried in a hollowed vegetable (a pumpkin in the New World or turnip in the Old) represents the spirit of a notorious sinner, "Jack," or "Stingy Jack," who upon death finds he is too wicked for Heaven and too troublesome for Hell. Consquently, he is condemned to wander the earth till Judgement Day, given the peculiar lantern to light his way. This, at least, is the most recent version of the tale, but when it first appeared in print, in a 1936 edition of the Dublin Penny Journal, there's no mention of any hollowed vegetable, much less of Halloween -- meaning this "ancient legend" actually evolved as Halloween folklore in the second half of the 20th century. We then do a bit more myth-busting on the other side of the Atlantic...

Topics: Death, No Need to Fear Death If You've Trusted Jesus, Eternal Realm Revealed upon Death, No Christian Will Go to Hell, Instantly in the Presence of God (2 Corinthians 5:8), No Heavenly Reward Ceremony, Jesus Has Complete Power over Death, Jesus Is God, Jesus Broke Power of Death (Hebrews 2:14-15), Jesus No Longer Holds Your Sins Against You (2 Corinthians 5:19), God Remembers Your Sins No More (Hebrews 8:12), Without the Shedding of Blood There Is No Forgiveness (Hebrews 9:22), Already Seated in Heavenly Realms in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:6), God Has Placed Eternity in the Heart of Every Human (Ecclesiastes 3:11), All Things Were Created by Jesus and for Jesus (Colossians 1:16-17), Fix Your Thoughts on Heavenly Things (Colossians 3:2), To Be Absent from the Body Is to Be Present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8), Purgatory Is Not Biblical, Mortal Sins Will Not Send Christians to Hell or Purgatory, Every Sin Is Mortal (Romans 6:23), We Must All Stand and Give an Account (2 Corinthians 5:10), Unbelievers Will Give an Account for Rejecting Christ (Romans 14:12), Teachers of the Law Will Be Judged More Strictly (James 3:1), The Parable of the Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20), The Reward of the Inheritance (Colossians 3:23-24, Jesus Lays Down His Life Only to Take It Up Again (John 10:17-18), It Was Impossible for Death to Keep Its Hold on Him (Acts 2:24), I Am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25-26), I Am the Way the Truth and the Life (John 14:6), To Live Is Christ and to Die Is Gain (Philippians 2:21), Jesus Destroyed Death and Brought Life and Immortality (2 Timothy 1:10), He Is Able to Save Completely because He Always Lives (Hebrews 7:25), See What Great Love the Father Has Lavished on Us (1 John 3:1), The Deepest Truth about DeathSupport the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

Our pilgrim has lain down on a step of the final staircase of Mount Purgatory, positioned between Statius below and Virgil above him.As he watches the large and bright stars, he suddenly falls asleep to dream of Leah (and her sister Rachel) in an Edenic garden, the hope for self-reflection bound up in the promise of the contemplative life.This dream may well begin to sum up Dante's notion of how a human finds the divine.Join me, Mark Scarbrough, as we walk through the final dream of PURGATORIO.Consider donating to keep this work afloat by using this PayPal link right here.Here are the segments for this episode of WALKING WITH DANTE:[01:29] My English translation of PURGATORIO, Canto XXVII, lines 91 - 108. If you'd like to read along or continue the conversation with me, please find the entry for this episode on my website, markscarbrough.com.[03:05] The players around and in the dream: Cytherea, Leah, and Rachel.[10:40] Three interpretations of the dream. One, a pre-fall Even and a post-redemption Eve in the Garden of Eden.[12:50] Two, a Biblical dream after two classical dreams, but all deeply sexual in nature.[17:26] Three, two modes for revelation: the active life and the contemplative life.[19:03] Dantean psychology: finding the divine in the beloved leads to finding the divine in the self.[23:22] Rereading the passage: PURGATORIO, Canto XXVII, lines 91 - 108.

“Can souls in purgatory know their fate?” This episode explores the awareness of souls at their particular judgment and whether those in purgatory know they are not in hell. Additionally, we delve into the authenticity of the Greek New Testament, the implications of Catholic marriage law, and the evidence for Mary’s immaculate conception. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:19 – Is the Greek the New Testament is written in of poor style? Is the style it is written in a testament to its authenticity? 19:02 – At the point of my death, at my particular judgment, will my soul necessarily be aware of its ultimate fate as either Heaven or Hell bound? Do souls in purgatory know they are not in hell? What does the magisterium lend to address these questions? 31:18 – What “exactly” makes someone subject to Catholic marriage law? Catholics recognize baptisms in other ecclesial communities, and baptism makes you Catholic at least in some sense, but it doesn't subject you to Catholic marriage law. 41:37 – What other “evidence” is out there that Catholics may be able to point to in order to defend Mary's immaculate conception to non-Catholic Christians, since the dogma was declared by Pope Pius IX as opposed to being derived from Scripture or another source Protestants/Evangelicals revere. 48:46 – If certain demons are in fact the spirits of Nephilim/giants as most Second Temple Jews and some early Christians held, were they able to be saved? If they were indeed biological offspring from angels and humans, they would still be partly human (having original sin). All writings concerning them from that period treat them like Orcs, and never show them having the possibility of redemption. Thanks.

Matt, Ken, and Kenny conclude their series looking at the formal teaching of the Catholic Church on the doctrine of Purgatory. They wrap up the discussion by focusing on how the Catholic Church really sees Purgatory at the end of the day: as a final purification in the presence of a person, that person being Jesus Christ, whose light dispels all darkness, and who desires eternal fellowship with us all. More episodes in this series: https://chnetwork.org/category/blog/chnvideos/on-the-journey/purgatory/ Our Online Community: https://community.chnetwork.org Support our work: https://www.chnetwork.org/compass

Cardinal Dolan’s comparison of Charlie Kirk to St. Paul sparks conversation about Catholic faith, hardened hearts, and public witness, while questions from callers lead Special Guest Host Cale Clarke to break down tricky Gospel passages and the surprising power of forgiveness, all between musings on tacos and college life. Context shifts quickly, laughter mixes with reflections on tough spiritual truths, and the energy never drops. Audio: Cardinal Dolan likens the late Charlie Kirk to a modern-day St. Paul (04:13) Tom - This past Sunday's Gospel was about the dishonest steward. What is a promissory note and what is happening when he calls in the servants? (29:57) Randy - Have you ever heard the theory that the Gospel you read is all about praying for the souls in Purgatory? (38:17) What did Luke’s Gospel mean to those who first read it? (41:22)

“Can you avoid purgatory after last rites?” This episode explores the nuances of last rites and their implications for salvation, alongside intriguing questions about the meaning of the Holy Spirit overshadowing Mary and the Church’s teachings on the Nephilim. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics in Catholic faith. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:53 – My father received last rites and went to confession. The priest said that if he were to die, he wouldn’t have to go to purgatory. Is this true? 14:46 – What did it mean when the Holy Spirit overshadowed Mary? 21:38 – What are legitimate reasons to not have kids? 40:28 – What’s the Church's official teaching on the Nephilim? 48:47 – Do you have to believe in all doctrines of the Catholic Church in order to be appointed a priest or bishop? 53:13 – 1 Corinthians 4:6 says to “not go beyond what is written.” Is this evidence for sola scriptura?

“Can you avoid purgatory after last rites?” This episode explores the nuances of last rites and their implications for purgatory, alongside intriguing questions about the meaning of the Holy Spirit overshadowing Mary, the Church’s teachings on the Nephilim, and the reasons for not having children. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:53 – My father received last rites and went to confession. The priest said that if he were to die, he wouldn’t have to go to purgatory. Is this true? 14:46 – What did it mean when the Holy Spirit overshadowed Mary? 21:38 – What are legitimate reasons to not have kids? 40:28 – What’s the Church's official teaching on the Nephilim? 48:47 – Do you have to believe in all doctrines of the Catholic Church in order to be appointed a priest or bishop? 53:13 – 1 Corinthians 4:6 says to “not go beyond what is written.” Is this evidence for sola scriptura?

“Can Protestants understand infant baptism and purgatory?” This episode explores the nuances of these topics, including what the Protestant view on infant baptism reveals about their understanding of sin, and how Catholics interpret purgatory in light of scripture. Additionally, we delve into the significance of saints’ relics and the complexities of baptismal regeneration. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:45 – Some Protestants don't believe in infant baptism, what does that tell us about their understanding of sin and how does that compare to the Catholic view? 12:16 – I understand the Catholic teaching on cremated remains is to not separate them. But if that's the case, why do we have cases where certain saints' body parts are in different locations? It seems like that contradicts the policy on cremated remains. 20:20 – How do Catholics understand Purgatory in light of Hebrews 9:27? 24:44 – How do you determine what a saint is a patron of? Like how does someone become patron saint if pilots when airplanes weren't even invented yet when they lived? 34:45 – Can you comment on the different translations of Luke 1:28, why Protestant Bibles say “greetings o favored one” and why Catholic bibles say “hail full of grace”? 44:45 – What is the Catholic interpretation of 1 John 5:1 with regard to baptismal regeneration? I'm struggling to square “if you believe you've been born of God” with having to be baptized. 51:50 – I practice no meat on Fridays. How do I keep up this practice during times when there are lots of feast days or solemnities on Fridays?

Patrick fields passionate questions about salvation, Catholic sacraments, and who truly gets to heaven, drawing sharp lines between Church teaching and personal speculation while opening room for God’s mercy. In rapid, candid exchanges, he explains Mass gestures, why some rituals belong to the priest alone, the reasoning behind Catholic burial obligations, and even settles whether a diamond chalice would pass liturgical muster. News events weave through, as Patrick doesn’t shy from blunt takes on political violence, respecting human dignity, and what faith looks like in real life. Ray - Did the thief on the cross go to Purgatory first? (00:40) George - I noticed that people pray using Orans Posture. Why is the proper posture not enforced? (11:49) Patrick shares a statement from the Diocese of Little Rock “On Human Dignity, Political Violence, and Rediscovering Our Common Human Bonds” by Bishop Anthony Taylor (19:26) Patricia - Is it okay to do the sign of peace? (24:46) Jessie - Can you make a chalice out of diamonds? (30:47) Lisa – A priest told us to raise our hands when we prayed (36:46) Dennis - I appreciate you focusing on Charlie Kirk Fred - How to dispose of remains in an urn when the family wants to spread them around? (41:10) John – What does Matthew 18:18 mean for future pope and church leaders? (44:45) Chris – Is it appropriate for there to be a light show outside of our cathedral? (47:37)