Podcasts about Scott Hahn

So many young people from divorced or dysfunctional families assume their story is unique — or worse, that they're destined to repeat the same patterns. But the truth is, family brokenness is far more common than anyone talks about. And God has been dealing with messy family dynamics since the beginning of time.In this episode, Deacon Ryan Budd, who served as Dr. Scott Hahn's research assistant, reveals how the Bible is full of families just as complicated, chaotic, and wounded as ours. He explains why God doesn't simply “fix” things instantly, how healing actually unfolds, and what Scripture shows us about breaking cycles and building something new.We cover:Why broken families are more common than you thinkThe surprising dysfunction hidden in biblical storiesHow God works through pain instead of erasing itDavid's family drama — and what it shows us about redemptionPractical steps to begin healing and avoid repeating the pastIf you've ever feared that your future family is doomed by your past, or you're searching for hope in the mess you come from, this episode is for you.Buy the Book: Salvation Stories: Family, Failure, and God's Saving Work in ScriptureGet the Guide: 5 Tips to Navigate the Holidays in a Broken FamilyWatch the Documentary: KennyWatch the Trailer: Kenny (3:31 min)Get Dakota's FREE Guide, The Biggest Fitness Mistakes to AvoidShownotesQuestion for Joey or our guests? Text us. We'll answer on the show as soon as we're able. You can be anonymous if you'd like!

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 Paul's fiercest argument isn't a detour but the key that ties Israel's story together? We took a five-hour deep dive into Romans 9–11 and came up for air convinced that Paul's mission to the Gentiles is how God keeps his promise to Israel—by finding the lost among the nations and rebuilding a family on the cornerstone of Christ.We start by tracing the pattern of the younger overtaking the older—Isaac, Jacob, Joseph—and how that pattern prepares Exodus, where God names Israel his firstborn and hints that the nations are the younger sibling. From the Davidic high point to the split of north and south, we follow exile, pride, and the prophets to Jonah, whose “sign” is death and rising, not fish tales. That sign lands with force when the temple falls forty years after the crucifixion. Then we connect Peter's confession and the keys to Isaiah's royal steward, showing how the church stands as the Davidic household made new in Christ.Along the way we tackle a thorny subject: Zion read carnally versus Zion fulfilled in the Messiah. We challenge the habit of projecting sacred promises onto secular power, and we warn how pride—religious or political—blinds otherwise devout people to what God is doing. Paul's hard words—“not all who are descended from Israel belong to Israel”—become a lifeline when institutions shake and headlines stoke fear. Instead of checklist prophecy, we argue for humble vigilance: Scripture reads us before we read it, and fulfillment is clearest in hindsight.If you crave a canonical reading that makes Romans 9–11 come alive, that connects Genesis to Peter's keys, and that invites a humbler, braver faith, this one's for you. Subscribe, share with a friend who loves Bible typology, and leave a review to tell us where you agree, where you think we stretched, and what you want us to unpack next.Support the showTake 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

Catholics and many other liturgically-oriented Christian traditions use a lectionary model, following a three-year cycle of readings, which means the whole Church is reading the same Scriptures together every Sunday throughout the year. For those Christians who come from a background where the pastor picks out the readings each week, this can be a bit of an adjustment! Matt Swaim talks to Ken Ogorek, co-author of the Breaking the Bread series, about what the lectionary is, how it works, and the benefits of reading the Scriptures together as a Church throughout the year. ***** More on Breaking the Bread, a lectionary devotional by Ken Ogorek and Scott Hahn: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/breaking-the-bread-a-biblical-devotional-for-catholics-year-a More stories and resources: https://www.chnetwork.org Our Online Community: https://www.chnetwork.org/community Support our work: https://www.chnetwork.org/compass

Patrick responds to listeners grappling with family tensions over Catholicism, questions about marriage validity outside the Church, and struggles with how faith affects day-to-day life. Balancing compassion and clarity, he offers practical advice, references canon law, suggests helpful resources, and occasionally shares personal anecdotes. Prayers and honest conversation fill the air as Patrick encourages callers seeking hope and understanding. Dawn (email) - This morning my adult son lashed out in anger at me for being Catholic. I needed to get out of his truck and walk home. (00:46) Michael - Went to the conference with Scott Hahn that you recommended and it was great. (05:03) Joanna – Can I go to a wedding of non-Catholic Christians? (12:11) Jose - I am in a second marriage. I’m not sure if my first one was valid. (20:01) Robert - What is the Mother of Perpetual Help Prayer? (28:21) Kip – Is it wrong to assume that a marriage is valid or invalid? (35:05) Teresa - If a family member is living in sin, can you have them over for Thanksgiving dinner? Am I condoning sin? (43:40)

Fr. Sean Dives into...• Why Mystagogy is a Game Changer - Originally Released September 10th 2025The Super Catholic Catechesis Podcast, hosted by Fr. Sean O'Brien, discovers the truth of the Catholic faith, Scripture, and the Catechism. Find more episodes of Deep Dives with Fr. Sean O'Brien and listen to the full Podcast catalog on:• Apple• Spotify• PodBean

In this episode, Madeline chats with Erin Brady, the director of the Cup Planetarium and Physics Lab Manager at High Point University. During their conversation, they discuss -how summer just flies by, being able to balance different priorities, how her physics for Video Games class altered her educational course, the importance of community, how she combined her research and art together, her summer internship at the Cradle of Aviation, the importance of authority, how she ended up at High Point as a student, the importance of access to the sacraments, navigating the spiritual transition from college student to young adult, the importance of visually inspiring worship space, and so much more.During the course of their conversation, they make many references which you can explore. One of these references includes The Lamb's Supper by Scott Hahn.Feel free to like, subscribe, and share the episode! Follow us on Instagram! @sbltfpodcastDon't forget to go out there, and be a light to this world!

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Elizabeth of Hungary, Married Woman, Religious Obligatory Memorial First Reading: First Maccabees 1: 10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 119: 53, 61, 134, 150, 155, 158 Alleluia: John 8: 12 Gospel: Luke 18: 35-43   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com Bible Across America is a new FREE Scripture study initiative that brings Catholics together to read and study God's Word from the heart of the Church. Join Dr. Shane Owens—Associate Professor of Theology at Franciscan University—together with Fr. Boniface Hicks, Alex Jones, Katie McGrady, and Heather Khym for our Advent Bible Across America study. Sign up to join the movement today at www.stpaulcenter.com/america

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Elizabeth of Hungary, Married Woman, Religious Obligatory Memorial First Reading: First Maccabees 1: 10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 119: 53, 61, 134, 150, 155, 158 Alleluia: John 8: 12 Gospel: Luke 18: 35-43   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com Bible Across America is a new FREE Scripture study initiative that brings Catholics together to read and study God's Word from the heart of the Church. Join Dr. Shane Owens—Associate Professor of Theology at Franciscan University—together with Fr. Boniface Hicks, Alex Jones, Katie McGrady, and Heather Khym for our Advent Bible Across America study. Sign up to join the movement today at www.stpaulcenter.com/america

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 flooded basement, a dead furnace, and three kids shivering through a New York winter. We start with a human story and a fundraiser that turned into a lesson in Christian charity—how a community can change a family's life overnight. Then we pivot into one of the most charged theological conversations of the moment: Scott Hahn's interview with Gavin Ashenden and the fault lines it exposed.We unpack why Hahn refused to let the conversation stall at labels, and instead zeroed in on a deeper danger: bicovenantalism. Is it anti-Semitic to critique Zionism? Hahn says no—and shows why conflating political critique with hatred is lazy and misleading. Walking through Romans 9–11, he offers a vivid image: remaining within the Old Covenant without Christ is like living in a mansion on fire. That line reframes everything. We explore how Catholic liturgy—altar, priest, sacrifice—fulfills biblical worship, while post-70 AD rabbinic Judaism marks a real discontinuity from temple-centered Israel. Along the way, Augustine and Aquinas remind us why the preservation of the Jewish people is providential and prophetic, pointing toward a future conversion near the eschaton.The conversation broadens with clips of Benjamin Netanyahu invoking “Jews against Rome” and calling the United States the “new Rome.” We connect that to the Church Fathers on the “restrainer,” the unraveling of Christendom, and how propaganda pressures Catholics to fall silent. The challenge is clear: resist panic labels, reject hatred, speak truth, and stay rooted in doctrine. We close with a heartfelt letter from a 27-year-old father discerning Catholicism while priced out of housing and ignored by leadership. It's a sobering snapshot of the moment—and a call for the Church to engage young men with honesty and hope.If this resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe for more conversations that don't dodge the hard questions, and leave a review with your takeaways. Your voice helps others find these talks.Support the showTake 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

In this episode of The Road to Emmaus—with the release of the third and final volume of the Breaking the Bread—Scott Hahn sits down with fellow author Ken Ogorek to discuss the upcoming liturgical year, Catechetics, and the rediscovery of Scripture as the soul of sacred theology. Together Dr. Hahn and Ken reflect on the importance of Breaking the Bread and how this devotional series is designed to bring together Scripture, the Catechism, and Church teachings and make them accessible to lay Catholics.   To order Breaking the Bread: Year A, visit: http://stpaulcenter.com/btba To order the complete set, visit: http://stpaulcenter.com/breakingthebreadset 00:00 Introduction & Ken's Background 08:17 Dei Verbum 12:43 The Catechism 18:17 Why the Lectionary & Liturgical Calendar Matter 24:40 Breaking the Bread as a Toll 29:11 The Future of the American Church 33:51 Reflecting on Breaking the Bread 39:11 Conclusion ✨ Join the largest group Bible Study in America—Bible Across America ➡️ https://stpaulcenter.com/america ___ Other ways to grow with the St. Paul Center: ⛪️ If you're a Priest looking to attend one of our annual Priest Conferences: https://stpaulcenter.co/priestconferences

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 ground beneath Catholic life is moving: a diocese weighs merger, a flagship university faces succession questions, and a younger right is quietly mastering the mechanics of power. We open with Steubenville's crossroads and the outsized influence of charismatic figures like Scott Hahn—how donor gravity, faculty recruitment, and reputation hinge on personalities, and what happens when those anchors age out. That sparks a bigger question we can't dodge: can Catholic institutions renew themselves without a clear plan for leadership and community stability?From there we zoom out to the media and political ecosystem. Critics warn about Groypers infiltrating DC, but miss what makes the movement resilient: a culture of praxis that turns talking points into step‑by‑step action. We unpack the generational clash as older voices lean on moral alarm while younger Catholics ask for mentorship, not gatekeeping. The real divide forming isn't over liturgy; it's over whether we keep outsourcing our hopes to a spent conservative order or build policy around Catholic social teaching—curbing usury, strengthening families, and defending place over “just move.”We don't sanitize hard topics or excuse reckless behavior. We insist on charity as a boundary, reject dehumanization, and argue that serious strategy beats viral outrage. If the old guard wants relevance, it must confront the debt, housing, and wage realities that make Gen Z cynical. If the young right wants durability, it must build institutions and habits that outlast personalities. Between these paths lies a rare chance to renew Catholic witness in public life.Subscribe for future episodes, share this one with a friend who cares about the Church's future, and leave a review with your take: is the next Catholic fault line already here?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

In this episode of The Road to Emmaus—with the release of the third and final volume of the Breaking the Bread—Scott Hahn sits down with fellow author Ken Ogorek to discuss the upcoming liturgical year, Catechetics, and the rediscovery of Scripture as the soul of sacred theology. Together Dr. Hahn and Ken reflect on the importance of Breaking the Bread and how this devotional series is designed to bring together Scripture, the Catechism, and Church teachings and make them accessible to lay Catholics.   To order Breaking the Bread: Year A, visit: http://stpaulcenter.com/btba To order the complete set, visit: http://stpaulcenter.com/breakingthebreadset 00:00 Introduction & Ken's Background 08:17 Dei Verbum 12:43 The Catechism 18:17 Why the Lectionary & Liturgical Calendar Matter 24:40 Breaking the Bread as a Toll 29:11 The Future of the American Church 33:51 Reflecting on Breaking the Bread 39:11 Conclusion ✨ Join the largest group Bible Study in America—Bible Across America ➡️ https://stpaulcenter.com/america ___ Other ways to grow with the St. Paul Center: ⛪️ If you're a Priest looking to attend one of our annual Priest Conferences: https://stpaulcenter.co/priestconferences

In this Parousia Podcast Archive we look back at Charbel's discussion with Dr Scott Hahn on his book "The Decline and Fall of Sacred Scripture: How the Bible Became a Secular Book." What is wrong with Scripture scholarship today? Why is it that the last place one should go to study the Bible is a biblical studies program at virtually any university? Why are so many faithful priests and pastors, and the people in their pews, unaware of the centuries-long effort to turn the sacred Word of God into just another secular text? In The Decline and Fall of Sacred Scripture: How the Bible Became a Secular Book, authors Scott Hahn and Benjamin Wiker trace the various malformations of Scripture scholarship that have led to a devastating loss of trust in the inspired Word of God. From the Reformation to the Enlightenment and beyond, Hahn and Wiker sketch the revolutions and radical figures that led to the emergence of the historical-critical method and the pervasive ill effects that are still being felt today. Purchase the book here: https://parousiamedia.com/the-decline-and-fall-of-sacred-scripture-how-the-bible-became-a-secular-book-scott-hahn-benjamin-wiker-emmaus-road-paperback/?searchid=0&search_query=Scott+hahn Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/blog/ Parousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness of truth! If you wish to help us in our mission with a donation please visit our website here https://www.parousiamedia.com/donate/ to learn ways that you can contribute.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Leo the Great, Pope, Doctor Obligatory Memorial First Reading: Wisdom 1: 1-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 139: 1b-3, 4-6, 7-8, 9-10 Alleluia: Philippians 2: 15d, 16a Gospel: Luke 17: 1-6   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com Join Dr. Shane Owens—Associate Professor of Theology at Franciscan University—together with Fr. Boniface Hicks, Alex Jones, Katie McGrady, and Heather Khym for our Advent Bible Across America study. Sign up to join the movement today at www.stpaulcenter.com/america

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Leo the Great, Pope, Doctor Obligatory Memorial First Reading: Wisdom 1: 1-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 139: 1b-3, 4-6, 7-8, 9-10 Alleluia: Philippians 2: 15d, 16a Gospel: Luke 17: 1-6   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com Join Dr. Shane Owens—Associate Professor of Theology at Franciscan University—together with Fr. Boniface Hicks, Alex Jones, Katie McGrady, and Heather Khym for our Advent Bible Across America study. Sign up to join the movement today at www.stpaulcenter.com/america

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The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday/ Martin De Porres, Religious First Reading: Romans 11: 29-36 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 69: 30-31, 33-34, 36 Alleluia: John 8: 31b-32 Gospel: Luke 14: 12-14   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday/ Martin De Porres, Religious First Reading: Romans 11: 29-36 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 69: 30-31, 33-34, 36 Alleluia: John 8: 31b-32 Gospel: Luke 14: 12-14   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com

What a delight to have the opportunity to have a conversation with Dr. Scott Hahn about his fantastic new book Hope to Die: The Christian Meaning of Death and the Resurrection of the Body.  Along with Emily Stimpson Chapman, Dr. Hahn brings us an absorbing work that reflects the transcendent nature of our souls and also of our bodies.  He helps us to go deeper into the mystery of the incarnation, as well as, the sheer gift of our own existence in God's eyes.  Joy and expectation fuel an effervescent hope that we definitely all need today.  So filled with spiritual fruit, you do not want to miss this incredible book! The post IP#359 Dr. Scott Hahn – Hope to Die on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

What a delight to have the opportunity to have a conversation with Dr. Scott Hahn about his fantastic new book Hope to Die: The Christian Meaning of Death and the Resurrection of the Body.  Along with Emily Stimpson Chapman, Dr. Hahn brings us an absorbing work that reflects the transcendent nature of our souls and also of our bodies.  He helps us to go deeper into the mystery of the incarnation, as well as, the sheer gift of our own existence in God's eyes.  Joy and expectation fuel an effervescent hope that we definitely all need today.  So filled with spiritual fruit, you do not want to miss this incredible book! The post IP#359 Dr. Scott Hahn – Hope to Die on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Thursday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Romans 8: 31b-39 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 109: 21-22, 26-27, 30-31 Alleluia: Luke 19: 38; 2: 14 Gospel: Luke 13: 31-35   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Thursday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Romans 8: 31b-39 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 109: 21-22, 26-27, 30-31 Alleluia: Luke 19: 38; 2: 14 Gospel: Luke 13: 31-35   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

Are we called to evangelize our children? In this new episode of The Road to Emmaus, Scott Hahn and Emily Stimpson Chapman talk through what it means to share Scripture and the faith with your children and grandchildren. To order Emily's WOF book, visit: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/the-story-of-all-stories?_gl=1*13qrecp*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTc4MTc1NTIyNi4xNzYxNjIwMTUz*_ga_4081DYV3TL*czE3NjE2MjAxNTIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NjE2MjAyNDIkajYwJGwwJGgw   And to order Scott & Emily's co-authored children's books, visit: https://stpaulcenter.com/store Kids shouldn't have to wait until they grow up to learn about their faith or read the Scriptures from the heart of the Church. Through their discussion in this episode, you'll discover the importance and beauty of sharing the Good News of salvation history with the children in your life.   ✨ This Advent, join the biggest Bible Study in America: ➡️ https://stpaulcenter.com/baa Other ways to grow with the St. Paul Center: ⛪️ If you're a Priest looking to attend one of our annual Priest Conferences: https://stpaulcenter.co/priestconferences

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Romans 8: 12-17 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 68: 2 and 4, 6-7ab, 20-21 Alleluia: John 17: 17b, 17a Gospel: Luke 13: 10-17   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.  

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Romans 8: 12-17 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 68: 2 and 4, 6-7ab, 20-21 Alleluia: John 17: 17b, 17a Gospel: Luke 13: 10-17   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.  

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.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday/ Paul of the Cross, Priest, Religious Founder First Reading: Romans 4: 20-25 Responsorial Psalm: Luke 1: 69-70, 71-72, 73-75 Alleluia: Matthew 5: 3 Gospel: Luke 12: 13-21   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday/ Paul of the Cross, Priest, Religious Founder First Reading: Romans 4: 20-25 Responsorial Psalm: Luke 1: 69-70, 71-72, 73-75 Alleluia: Matthew 5: 3 Gospel: Luke 12: 13-21   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

Haley interviews Emily Stimpson Chapman. Emily is mom to three toddlers, the voice behind popular Substack Through a Glass Darkly and co-host of The Visitation Sessions Podcast. She is a household name in the Catholic writing world, co-authoring books with Scott Hahn and writing for both children and adults. In this episode we're talking about her brand new project with Word on Fire Votive: The Story of All Stories: A Story Bible for Young Catholics. We are offering a bit of a behind-the-scenes look today at the birth of this incredible book, what it was like to collaborate on it for the past two years, and our dreams for the impact this book will have on the next generation. Learn more about The Story of All Stories and the other titles available from Word on Fire Votive. Stay up-to-date with the latest episodes of the The Votive Podcast biweekly on WordonFire.org or wherever you listen to podcasts. Do you enjoy this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member to support the production of the Votive Podcast and other initiatives from Word on Fire. Our ministry depends on the support of listeners like you! Become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.

What did St. John Henry Newman contribute to our understanding of Sacred Scripture? With the news of Cardinal Newman being proclaimed a Doctor of the Church— Scott Hahn is joined by Jeff Morrow to answer this question. In this new episode of The Road to Emmaus, they dive into the legacy and work of Newman, his conversion, and his insights on the development of Doctrine. Cardinal Newman shows us how doctrine starts out in "seed form," and how it develops authentically along certain rules. Dr. Hahn and Dr. Morrow also discuss the concerns some may have regarding Newman's insights. especially when dealing with heresy and the rise of modernism from the past century. With guidance by the Holy Spirit, the Church has navigated through the tests of time, staying true to doctrine and faithful to Christ. To learn more about the newest Doctor of the Church and his devotion to the Scriptures, join Dr. Scott Hahn on this latest installment of The Road to Emmaus. A Guide to John Henry Newman by Catholic of America University Press: https://www.cuapress.org/9780813235868/a-guide-to-john-henry-newman/ ✨ Join the largest group Bible Study in America—Bible Across America ➡️ https://stpaulcenter.com/america Other ways to grow with the St. Paul Center: ⛪️ If you're a Priest looking to attend one of our annual Priest Conferences: https://stpaulcenter.co/priestconferences

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Romans 1: 1-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 98: 1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 Alleluia: Psalms 95: 8 Gospel: Luke 11: 29-32   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Romans 1: 1-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 98: 1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 Alleluia: Psalms 95: 8 Gospel: Luke 11: 29-32   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

What is it like to live with a Catholic when you are Protestant? Today, Kimberly Hahn details the immense difficulty she experienced before her conversion when her husband, Dr. Scott Hahn, became Catholic and she did not.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday/ Bruno, Priest, Hermit, Religious Founder/ Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, Virgin, Religious Founder First Reading: Jonah 1: 1 – 2: 1-2, 11 Responsorial Psalm: Jonah 2: 3, 4, 5, 8 Alleluia: John 13: 34 Gospel: Luke 10: 25-37   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday/ Bruno, Priest, Hermit, Religious Founder/ Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, Virgin, Religious Founder First Reading: Jonah 1: 1 – 2: 1-2, 11 Responsorial Psalm: Jonah 2: 3, 4, 5, 8 Alleluia: John 13: 34 Gospel: Luke 10: 25-37   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com This December, consider joining Catholic author Mike Aquilina, historian James L. Papandrea, and Fr. Kevin Barrett on a unique pilgrimage to Sicily. Please visit https://stpaulcenter.com/pilgrimages to learn more.

Episode 150: 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C In today's episode, our main focus will be on the second reading for this upcoming 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C, taken from 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14. There are couple of details that we will focus one. One relates to the topic of Apostolic Succession. The other relates to Sacred Tradition. The Gospel reading, taken from Luke 17:5-10, does provide us a detail worthy reflecting on, but it is not apologetical in nature even though it can help us in our apologetics ministry. Hey everyone, Welcome to The Sunday Catholic Word, a podcast where we reflect on the upcoming Sunday Mass readings and pick out the details that are relevant for explaining and defending our Catholic faith. I'm Dr. Karlo Broussard, staff apologist and speaker for Catholic Answers, and the host for this podcast. In today's episode, our main focus will be on the second reading for this upcoming 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C, taken from 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14. There are couple of details that we will focus one. One relates to the topic of Apostolic Succession. The other relates to Sacred Tradition. The Gospel reading, taken from Luke 17:5-10, does provide us a detail worthy reflecting on, but it is not apologetical in nature even though it can help us in our apologetics ministry. Here’s the second reading, 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14. Paul writes, Beloved: I remind you, to stir into flame the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands. For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control. So do not be ashamed of your testimony to our Lord, nor of me, a prisoner for his sake; but bear your share of hardship for the gospel with the strength that comes from God. Take as your norm the sound words that you heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Guard this rich trust with the help of the Holy Spirit that dwells within us. The first detail that I want to highlight is Paul's statement, “the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands.” There's a considerable amount of debate surrounding this passage as it relates to Apostolic Succession. And that's what I'd like to focus on. For some Catholics, this passage is clear-cut evidence for Apostolic Succession—the idea that the apostles ordained others to succeed them in the apostolic ministry. Paul speaks of a “gift” given to Timothy, which would seem to be a reference to the indelible mark that's given in priestly ordination. Paul also says that this gift was given through “the imposition of hands,” which would also fit with the Catholic understanding of priestly ordination. So what should we make of this interpretation? Well, let's first take the appeal to the “gift.” I don't think this refers specifically to the character or mark that's given in priestly ordination. The reason is that such a character, in the words of R. J. Foster in A Catholic Commentary on Holy Scripture, “would have no need of being revived and is incapable of diminution or decline” (pg. 1148). Rather, it seems to be a reference to what theologians call “the grace of a calling,” actual graces that a minister has access to for the sake of fulfilling the duties that the office requires. Foster argues this is evidenced by Paul adding, “For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control.” Now, this doesn't mean this is not a reference to priestly ordination, since “the grace of a calling” comes with the priestly ordination. And that it is a reference to Timothy's priestly ordination is strongly supported by this “gift” being given through the “imposition of hands.” We have to be careful, however, with our appeal to the imposition of hands. The “laying on of hands” has multiple meanings in the Bible. Curtis Mitch and Scott Hahn give a nice list in their Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: It's a gesture used to perform healings (Mark 16:18), confer bles

To watch the first part of Scott and Clem's discussion on suffering and the paradox of the Cross, click the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwQRXNDjGY4 In this new episode of The Road to Emmaus, Scott Hahn is again joined by Clem Harrold as they continue where they left off in their first conversation. Together they enter the deep discussion of the meaning behind Christ's crucifixion, God's transcendence, the Cross, the redemptive power of suffering, and how we can partake in Christ's divine nature through His Cross. Broaden your understanding behind Christ's redeeming work on the Cross in The Road to Emmaus. To dive deeper into Clem's scholarly work: Check out his course, The Cross: https://my.stpaulcenter.com/play/the-cross Check out his blogs: https://stpaulcenter.com/media ✨ Want the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible for FREE? Sign up for our annual All Access Membership: ➡️ https://stpaulcenter.co/bible Other ways to grow with the St. Paul Center: ⛪️ If you're a Priest looking to attend one of our annual Priest Conferences: https://stpaulcenter.co/priestconfere...

In a season of Stillness, but I'm still here. ❤️‍

Kimberly Hahn details her Christian upbringing and how she met her now husband, Dr. Scott Hahn. She also explains where both her and Dr. Hahn were in their opinions about Catholicism from their meeting to conversion. Most importantly, she explains the personal issues she had with the Catholic Church's teaching on Mary.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-fifth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Ezra 1: 1-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 126: 1b-2ab, 2cd-3, 4-5, 6 Alleluia: Matthew 5: 16 Gospel: Luke 8: 16-18   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com For more details about our 2025 Deacon's Conference, please visit www.stpaulcenter.com/deacons

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-fifth Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday First Reading: Ezra 1: 1-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 126: 1b-2ab, 2cd-3, 4-5, 6 Alleluia: Matthew 5: 16 Gospel: Luke 8: 16-18   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com For more details about our 2025 Deacon's Conference, please visit www.stpaulcenter.com/deacons

My dear friend Debbie Smith is joining me on the podcast! Debbie and I met about 10 years ago here in Nashville, and from the start, I've admired her boldness when it comes to sharing her faith. Seriously, she can strike up a conversation with anyone, anywhere. We lovingly call her our “bar stool evangelist” because she can sit down at a bar, order a craft beer, and before you know it, she's talking with the bartender about the Eucharist. Now, I know what you're thinking… I could never do that. But here's the thing Debbie hasn't always been this way. In fact, she once thought she didn't know enough about her Catholic faith to share it with anyone. But through Bible studies, books like Rome Sweet Home by Scott Hahn, and her own personal encounters, she's discovered how to authentically connect with people about Jesus and the beauty of the Church. In this episode, Debbie and I talk about: How she went from shy and unsure about her faith to joyfully sharing it with strangers. Why evangelization isn't about preaching or pressuring but about authentic connections. Some amazing God-moments where the Holy Spirit gave her the exact words to say. What to do when you feel too scared or unqualified to share your faith. My favorite part? Debbie reminds us that evangelization doesn't always look like words...it can be as simple as a smile, an act of kindness, or telling someone why your faith is important to you.

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In this episode, Charbel speaks with author Maura Roan McKeegan. Maura is the author of a number of Catholic picture books, including the award-winning Old and New series; Where is Jesus Hidden?; St. Conrad and the Wildfire; The Poorest Shepherd; Julia Greeley: Secret Angel to the Poor; and Seven Clues: A Catholic Treasure Hunt, co-authored with Scott Hahn. Purchase Maura's books here: Australia: https://parousiamedia.com/search.php?search_query=maura+roan+keegan§ion=product#y=528 International: https://stpaulcenter.com/search?q=maura%20roan%20mckeegan&type=store Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing-list/ Parousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness of truth! If you wish to help us in our mission with a donation please visit our website here https://www.parousiamedia.com/donate/ to learn ways that you can contribute.  

Dr. Scott Hahn joins us to explore the meaning of sacrifice in the Bible—from the Old Testament offerings of Israel to the perfect Sacrifice of Jesus Christ. As newly ordained priests, we ask: Why is sacrifice central to our faith? How does Christ transform it? And what does Christian sacrifice look like in everyday life?Timecode:0:00 - Introduction 0:30 - Dr. Scott Hahn3:19 - Augustine Institute Ad3:40 - The Notion of Sacrifice 9:40 - The Progress of Sacrifice13:30 - The Essence of Sacrifice19:00 - Order and Sacrifice26:00 - Religion is Sacrificial38:10 - The Error of Penal Substitution 46:20 - The Sacrifice of the New Covenant 53:30 - What is the Paschal Mystery?57:50 - The One Sacrifice1:00:30 - Sacrifice in Christian Living1:07:15 - The Liturgy as Sacrifice1:10:45 - Postscript by Dr. Scott Hahn1:20:00 - Thank you Dr. Scott HahnSupport the show

Matt is joined in the studio by the one and only Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss what the Bible says (specifically the Book of Revelation) about the apocalypse, the rapture, the Antichrist, Jesus' second coming, and more! 

Dr. Scott Hahn sits down with Clement Harrold to discuss Clem's recent presentation at the Applied Biblical Studies Conference based off his Emmaus Academy course, The Cross.

The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Monday of the Twenty-second Week in Ordinary Time by Dr. Scott Hahn. Ordinary Weekday/ Labor Day (Labor Day) First Reading: First Thessalonians 4: 13-18 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 96: 1 and 3, 4-5, 11-12, 13 Alleluia: Luke 4: 18 Gospel: Luke 4: 16-30   Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com For details about our 2025 Deacon's Conference, please visit www.stpaulcenter.com/deacons

Dr. Scott Hahn and Fr. Charles Samson sit down to discuss the book of Exodus and how to pray with scripture.