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Roman Catholic ecumenical council held in Vatican City from 1962 to 1965

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Super Saints Podcast
How Christ Gave Mary To Every Believer

Super Saints Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 17:14 Transcription Available


Send us Fan MailA single line from the cross reshapes the way Catholics understand family, suffering, and belonging: “Behold your mother.” We walk straight into John 19:26-27 and take it seriously as more than a tender moment between Jesus, Mary, and John. For us, it's Christ's deliberate gift to the whole Church, a spiritual motherhood meant to meet real life, the nights of doubt, the weight of grief, and the quiet fear of being left to figure faith out alone.From there, we trace the biblical foundations for Mary, Mother of the Church across Scripture. We connect Calvary to the wider story: Genesis 3:15 and the promise of the woman and her offspring, Mary's trusting “yes” at the Annunciation, and her prayerful presence with the apostles as the Church is born at Pentecost (Acts 1:14). Along the way, we talk about what Marian devotion is supposed to do in a healthy Catholic life: lead us closer to Jesus, strengthen fidelity, and deepen love for the Eucharist.We also step into Church history, from the early Christians honoring Mary as Theotokos to the saints who leaned on her as a true mother in faith. Then we land at a pivotal moment: Pope Paul VI's 1964 proclamation of Mary as Mater Ecclesiae during the Second Vatican Council, offered as a warm reassurance in a rapidly changing world. If you're searching for steadiness, clarity, and hope, this conversation is an invitation to take Mary “into your home” as John did. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review. What part of Mary's story do you lean on most?Browse the Virgin Mary ShopOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showChat with US 24/7 Ask us anything https://chatting.page/mjxs9aerrtgm3lmpndlcepmbyosntrjnDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appJourneys of Faith brings your Super Saints PodcastsPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Why you should shop here at Journeys of Faith official site!New Mega Search Engine!Lowest Prices and Higher discounts up to 50%Free Shipping starts at $18 - Express Safe Checkout Click HereCannot find it let us find or create it - - Click HereRewards Program is active - click Here

Catholic Apostolate Center Resources
Pastoral Care in the Context of Church History

Catholic Apostolate Center Resources

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 8:02


Church history demonstrates the various ways evangelization encountered cultures in different times and places. These cultural contexts show how the same message of Christ, unchanging throughout the centuries, can be continually applied to allow Christ to encounter his people in their particular context. This blogcast explores “Pastoral Care in the Context of Church History" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Christian Bordak-Roseman read by Monica Thom Konschnik.“This [the Feast of Pentecost] was to show that just as God in creating man had, as Holy Scripture expresses it, breathed into him the breath of life, so too in communicating a new life to his disciples to live only by grace, he breathed into them his divine Spirit to give them some share in his own divine life. The Spirit of God also ought to come and to rest upon you on this sacred day, to make it possible for you to live and to act only by the Spirit's action in you. Draw him within you by offering him a well-disposed heart.” — St. John Baptist De LaSalle, Meditation 43.1Every year at Pentecost, the Church celebrates its birthday, and this year — assuming Christ died in 33 A.D. — the Church will be celebrating its 1,991st birthday. That is 1,991 years of preaching, teaching, and pastoral care for the many and diverse people of God. Each day, I work with ninth and tenth graders in a Catholic high school, teaching them about Sacred Scripture and the Catholic Church. While teaching my sophomores about Church History, I continually receive similar questions: “How did the Church care for its people?” “Why did the Church do that when it seems so wrong by today's standards?” These questions got me thinking about the Church's choices in caring for the people of God across history and led me to teach Church history by contextualizing Pastoral Decisions within the historical context of the time period. This led my students to a deeper understanding of the ancient, medieval, and modern ages of the Church.I began this blog post with a quote from St. John Baptist de LaSalle on the gifts of the Holy Spirit given to the Apostles at Pentecost because the same Spirit and gifts have guided the Church since that day. In the early Church, the Holy Spirit guided the Apostles to go out from Jerusalem and preach to the people where they were already living their daily lives. Acts of the Apostles discusses Peter and other Apostles preaching in the Temple in Jerusalem, entering the homes of Gentiles, and traveling to cities across the Roman Empire to speak in public spaces. These first missions sought to bring Jesus's Gospel message to people in their own cultural context, made possible by the Holy Spirit's gift of being able to speak various languages from Pentecost. The early Church focused its sacramental life on the “breaking of the bread” or Mass, most likely occurring in people's homes and dining areas in their preferred language, as seen in the Road to Emmaus story. These personal invitations to the Faith yielded great results and the founding of Christian communities across the Roman Empire. These localized communities, however, soon began to consolidate with new pastoral goals and programs in the aftermath of Constantine's Edict of Milan which legalized Christian worship, and the subsequent shift of Roman religion from paganism to Catholicism.With Catholicism becoming the state religion of the Roman Empire, the Church gradually became a more established institution. Part of this was the adoption of the use of Latin in public liturgy. Since Catholics could now worship in newly founded Basilicas and Churches, a common liturgical language was needed to cater to all members of Roman society. Additionally, when the Western Roman Empire fell in 476 A.D., effectively breaking up the empire into states ruled by different ethnic groups across Europe, the Church stepped in as a stabilizing institution to help govern and rule a fractured continent. The necessities of common liturgical practices and a united Faith leadership led the Church to influence secular medieval and Renaissance rulers. Many in society today — including my students — look at this era of the Church as the height of Catholic control and corruption, and there were several corrupt leaders within the Church. Nevertheless, when shown as a unifying agent of society — with positive and influential leaders like St. Francis of Assisi, St. Dominic Guzman, and St. Thomas Aquinas — the Church's evangelization and catechesis efforts come to the forefront. Even today, the Church references the documents and principles of medieval and Renaissance theologians to explain how the Church continues to live its authentic witness to the Gospel in the modern age.The Church of the modern age has naturally progressed from its ancient, medieval, and Renaissance roots. The Holy Spirit continues to guide Pope Francis, the Bishops, and lay leadership across the Church to pastorally respond to the modern needs of the Body of Christ. One of the most notable moments of a pastoral shift in the modern era was the Second Vatican Council, allowing greater expression of cultural diversity in the Church, Liturgy, and personal spirituality. Each Pope since Vatican II has continued to further explain and open the documents of the council for consideration and application among the faithful. In 2019, in his Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation to Young People in the Church, Pope Francis challenges the reader to “above all, in one way or another, fight for the common good, serve the poor, be protagonists of the revolution of charity and service, capable of resisting the pathologies of consumerism and superficial individualism” (Christus Vivit, No. 174). While addressed to young people to be agents of change in society, this is one of many challenges of Pope Francis that beg the faithful to continue witnessing to the Truth of the Gospel and Jesus's Mission in their own life. Similar messages have been given throughout the long history of the Church, with the only difference being in language and historical context. The singular unifying agent of the Church's Pastoral Care throughout history has been the Holy Spirit. Today, we must continue to ask the Holy Spirit for help and inspiration in our daily life to help us go forward with the love of Christ to be positive witnesses of the Church today. Author:Christian Bordak-Roseman serves as a Religion Teacher at St. John's College High School in Washington DC. He received his Bachelor of Arts in History, minoring in Theology, and a Master of Arts in Secondary Education at The Catholic University of America. Informed by the Lasallian charism of St. John's and the Pallottine charism of the Catholic Apostolate Center, Christian works to witness Christ's mission of love by living as an apostle at school as a teacher and at home as a husband. Resources:Listen to On Mission: Parish Pastoral CouncilsBrowse Living as Missionary Disciples ResourcesRead the Ad Infinitum blog 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 and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

The Catholic Current
Did Synodality Hijack Vatican II? A Cardinal's Warning

The Catholic Current

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 12:17 Transcription Available


Do synodalists misinterpret Vatican II on Scripture, doctrine, and moral teaching, especially on issues like same‑sex attraction? Father Robert McTeigue examines claims that advocates of synodality "own" the Second Vatican Council. Watch on YouTube:  Synodality vs. Vatican II?

Gospel Simplicity Podcast
The Origins and Development of Christian Liturgies | Rev. Dr. Matthew S.C. Olver

Gospel Simplicity Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 62:35


In this video, I'm joined by the Reverend Dr. Matthew S.C. Olver to discuss the origins and evolution of Christian liturgies. We talk about how Christian liturgies relate to Second Temple Judaism, what we learn from St. Justin Martyr, what happened at Vatican 2, and whether the Episcopalian Eucharistic Prayer C is great or cringe-worthy. Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9Get access to my book club, show notes, ad-free episodes and more:  https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicityBook a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austinRead my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.comThe Living Church: https://livingchurch.org/About the Guest: Fr. Olver is the Executive Director and Publisher of The Living Church Foundation. A priest for more than eighteen years, he was the assistant rector at Church of the Incarnation, Dallas (2006-2013) and has served widely in the Episcopal Church: as the Ecumenical Officer (2005-2010) and on the Executive Council (2008-2011) in the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas; as a member of the Anglican-Roman Catholic Consultation in the U.S. (ARCUSA), the official dialogue between the Episcopal Church and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (2008-2014); as a member the Task Force on Liturgical and Prayer Book Revision for the Episcopal Church (2018-2021); and as a deputy to General Convention (2022 and 2024). He has also been involved in the Anglican Centre in Rome and regularly teaches a course there on Anglican ecclesiology and ecumenism.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Liturgy and Its Importance03:09 The Evolution of Early Christian Liturgy06:00 Diversity in Early Christian Worship09:10 Key Figures in Liturgical History12:09 The Impact of the Reformation on Liturgy15:09 The Second Vatican Council and Its Reforms31:39 Common Ground in the Gospel34:00 Scholarly Misjudgments in Liturgical History35:20 The Impact of Liturgical Reforms37:25 Eucharistic Prayer C: An Inside Look42:15 The Distinctiveness of Anglican Liturgy53:07 The Relationship Between Liturgy and Belief01:00:15 The Richness of Liturgical ExperienceSupport the show

Dostoevsky and Us
Why Liturgy Wars are OVERRATED and How to Approach Them

Dostoevsky and Us

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 11:29


Send us Fan MailLiturgy wars have become a major subject of debate in Catholic discussion spheres online. In this video, I give three reasons for why they are significantly overrated and distract Catholics from truly focusing on what is important in the Catholic spiritual life. Support the show--------------------------If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon:www.patreon.com/christianityforallWhere else to find Josh Yen:Philosophy YT: https://bit.ly/philforallEducation: https://bit.ly/joshyenBuisness: https://bit.ly/logoseduMy Website: https://joshuajwyen.com/

The John-Henry Westen Show
SSPX Consecrations Could Trigger Vatican SHOWDOWN

The John-Henry Westen Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 28:58


Tensions rise as the Society of Saint Pius X prepares for new episcopal consecrations, with reports of possible disciplinary action from the Vatican. The debate centers on whether consecrating auxiliary bishops without territorial authority constitutes schism or remains within canonical bounds. Critics point to a double standard, contrasting scrutiny of the SSPX with episcopal decisions in China. The situation is framed as a major test of authority, tradition, and interpretation of the Second Vatican Council.HELP SUPPORT WORK LIKE THIS: https://give.lifesitenews.com/?utm_source=SOCIAL U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Project Resurrection
Brief#42 Is the Pope Catholic? Political Commitments and Church Teachings

Project Resurrection

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 31:56


Dr Adam Koontz talks about the Roman Catholic positions on war and immigration since the Second Vatican Council. Visit our website - A Brief History of Power Sign up for Memento, a Lutheran devotional for men. Dr Adam Koontz - Redeemer Lutheran Church Music thanks to Verny

Why Catholic?
#176 - The 22nd Ecumenical Council of Pope Justin

Why Catholic?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 19:44


In the series finale of the 21 Ecumenical Church Councils, Justin Hibbard applies key takeaways from the ecumenical councils to a hypothetical scenario if he were Pope and convening the Church's 22nd ecumenical council. SOCIAL LINKS* Follow Why Catholic on Instagram.* Subscribe to Why Catholic on YouTube.* Follow Justin on Facebook.PREVIOUS EPISODES IN THIS SERIES* Episode 146: Introduction to the 21 Ecumenical Councils* Episode 147: The World that Led to the Council of Nicaea* Episode 148: The First Council of Nicaea (325)* Episode 149: From Nicaea to Constantinople* Episode 150: The First Council of Constantinople (381)* Episode 151: The Council of Ephesus (431)* Episode 152: The Council of Chalcedon (451)* Episode 153: The Second Council of Constantinople (553)* Episode 154: War Among the Monotheists* Episode 155: The Third Council of Constantinople (680-681)* Episode 156: The Second Council of Nicaea (787)* Episode 157: Reflections on the First Seven Ecumenical Councils* Episode 158: The Fourth Council of Constantinople (869-870)* Episode 159: The Great Schism* Episode 160: The First Lateran Council (1123)* Episode 161: The Second Lateran Council (1139)* Episode 162: The Third Lateran Council (1179)* Episode 163: The Fourth Lateran Council (1215)* Episode 164: The First Council of Lyon (1245)* Episode 165: The Second Council of Lyon (1274)* Episode 166: The Council of Vienne (1311-1312)* Episode 167: The Avignon Papacy & The Great Western Schism* Episode 168: The Council of Constance (1414-1418)* Episode 169: The Council of Florence (1431-1445)* Episode 170: The Fifth Lateran Council (1512-1517)* Episode 171: The Protestant Revolution* Episode 172: The Council of Trent (1545-1563)* Episode 173: The First Vatican Council (1869-1870)* Episode 174: The Second Vatican Council (1962-1965)* Episode 175: Reflections on the 21 Ecumenical Councils Get full access to Why Catholic? at whycatholic.substack.com/subscribe

Mother of All Peoples
With Jesus: The Story of Mary Coredemptrix, No. 12: The Council and Coredemptrix

Mother of All Peoples

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2026 46:37


In light of so much confusion about the Second Vatican Council and Mary's role as Co-Redemptrix, please listen to the following explanation, based on the facts, regarding Vatican II and Mary's role as human Co-Redemptrix with Jesus, as discussed by Dr. Mark Miravalle and Dr. Robert Fastiggi.

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Why Catholic?
#175 - Reflections on the 21 Ecumenical Councils

Why Catholic?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 19:36


Justin Hibbard reflects on the 21 Ecumenical Councils with 6 lessons learned. What is the point of an ecumenical council? How did geopolitics play a role in these councils? What do these councils teach us about the problem of schism? How do these councils speak to the Catholic Church being the historic, true church? What's the relationship between some of the councils and the crusades? And what is our responsibility today with respect to these councils? SOCIAL LINKS* Follow Why Catholic on Instagram.* Subscribe to Why Catholic on YouTube.* Follow Justin on Facebook.PREVIOUS EPISODES IN THIS SERIES* Episode 146: Introduction to the 21 Ecumenical Councils* Episode 147: The World that Led to the Council of Nicaea* Episode 148: The First Council of Nicaea (325)* Episode 149: From Nicaea to Constantinople* Episode 150: The First Council of Constantinople (381)* Episode 151: The Council of Ephesus (431)* Episode 152: The Council of Chalcedon (451)* Episode 153: The Second Council of Constantinople (553)* Episode 154: War Among the Monotheists* Episode 155: The Third Council of Constantinople (680-681)* Episode 156: The Second Council of Nicaea (787)* Episode 157: Reflections on the First Seven Ecumenical Councils* Episode 158: The Fourth Council of Constantinople (869-870)* Episode 159: The Great Schism* Episode 160: The First Lateran Council (1123)* Episode 161: The Second Lateran Council (1139)* Episode 162: The Third Lateran Council (1179)* Episode 163: The Fourth Lateran Council (1215)* Episode 164: The First Council of Lyon (1245)* Episode 165: The Second Council of Lyon (1274)* Episode 166: The Council of Vienne (1311-1312)* Episode 167: The Avignon Papacy & The Great Western Schism* Episode 168: The Council of Constance (1414-1418)* Episode 169: The Council of Florence (1431-1445)* Episode 170: The Fifth Lateran Council (1512-1517)* Episode 171: The Protestant Revolution* Episode 172: The Council of Trent (1545-1563)* Episode 173: The First Vatican Council (1869-1870)* Episode 174: The Second Vatican Council (1962-1965) Get full access to Why Catholic? at whycatholic.substack.com/subscribe

The Chris Voss Show
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – A Journey Through Life and History: An Autobiographical Sketch by Radomysl Twardowski

The Chris Voss Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 20:36


A Journey Through Life and History: An Autobiographical Sketch by Radomysl Twardowski https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Through-Life-History-Autobiographical/dp/1964686091 https://www.linkedin.com/in/radomysl-twardowski-md-mba-793119213/ “…an evocative autobiographical exploration of personal growth, resilience, and cultural identity…a compelling read for those interested in autobiographical tales that blend historical context with personal reflection.” – Readers Favorite Radomysl Twardowski’s moving story of growing up in post-war Poland begins with early memories of walks around Krakow with his beloved Grandfather Karol. As it becomes clear to the young Rado that Poland’s history is rooted in Christianity, the solemn grandeur and religious atmosphere of places like Wawel Cathedral and other churches begin to have a profound impact on him. He would later be drawn to SSPX and Latin Mass, a subject of debate in the Catholic Church after the Second Vatican Council. After the rise of Solidarity in 1980 and the declaration of martial law in 1981, Rado leaves Poland for the US, where he graduates from medical school and practices cardiology for several years, eventually becoming a proponent for fitness and wellness. Woven throughout this gripping memoir set against the backdrop of dramatic political, religious, and newsworthy developments are the author’s stories of hardship and triumph over adversity-from a skiing injury at age twelve that left him with physical limitations to the dissolution of his marriage and a difficult separation from his children. Throughout this memorable journey through history, Twardowski offers us a deeply personal life story of exploration, loss, redemption, and survival.

SSPX Podcast
The History of Rome & the SSPX w/ Bishop Fellay – Episcopal Consecrations #2

SSPX Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 73:01


Today on the SSPX Podcast, we continue our new series: The Episcopal Consecrations. In this installment, we are joined by His Excellency Bishop Bernard Fellay and Fr. Paul Robinson. Bishop Fellay recounts his long experience with the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), from priesthood to the episcopate. As the former Superior General of the Society, Bishop Fellay has firsthand knowledge of the SSPX's relations with Rome, ranging from doctrinal discussions concerning the Second Vatican Council to the traditional Roman liturgy. Moreover, as a Society bishop consecrated in 1988 without official papal approval, he recounts the intention behind that momentous decision of Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre to provide bishops for the SSPX and the impetus behind the upcoming consecrations on July 1, 2026. See all the episodes: https://sspxpodcast.com/consecrations We'd love your feedback on this series! podcast@sspx.org – – – – – – View this episode on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0b-TzYxJAw – – – – – – – The Society of Saint Pius X offers this series and all of its content free of charge. If you are able to offer a one time or a small monthly recurring donation, it will assist us greatly in continuing to provide these videos for the good of the Church and Catholic Tradition. Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> – – – – – – – Explore more: Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodesSubscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and SermonsFSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.newsVisit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ – – – – – What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.  – – – – – – What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org

Why Catholic?
#174 - The Second Vatican Council (1962-1965)

Why Catholic?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 21:52


Justin Hibbard continues our series on the 21 Ecumenical Councils by examining the 21st and most recent ecumenical council. Why was this by far the largest ecumenical council? Who beyond the Bishops attended this council? How did the council fathers wrestle power away from the Curia? What decisions did it make? How did it call for liturgical reforms? And why has Vatican II received a bad rap?SOCIAL LINKS* Follow Why Catholic on Instagram.* Subscribe to Why Catholic on YouTube.* Follow Justin on Facebook.SOURCES:* Papal Encyclicals: The Second Vatican Ecumenical Council* The Ecumenical Councils of the Catholic Church: A History by Joseph Kelly* Video: General Councils 15: Vatican II - Fr Timothy Matkin - St Francis Dallas* Timeline of Vatican II* Vatican News: An Overview of the Second Vatican Council* A Pastoral and Dogmatic CouncilPREVIOUS EPISODES IN THIS SERIES* Episode 146: Introduction to the 21 Ecumenical Councils* Episode 147: The World that Led to the Council of Nicaea* Episode 148: The First Council of Nicaea (325)* Episode 149: From Nicaea to Constantinople* Episode 150: The First Council of Constantinople (381)* Episode 151: The Council of Ephesus (431)* Episode 152: The Council of Chalcedon (451)* Episode 153: The Second Council of Constantinople (553)* Episode 154: War Among the Monotheists* Episode 155: The Third Council of Constantinople (680-681)* Episode 156: The Second Council of Nicaea (787)* Episode 157: Reflections on the First Seven Ecumenical Councils* Episode 158: The Fourth Council of Constantinople (869-870)* Episode 159: The Great Schism* Episode 160: The First Lateran Council (1123)* Episode 161: The Second Lateran Council (1139)* Episode 162: The Third Lateran Council (1179)* Episode 163: The Fourth Lateran Council (1215)* Episode 164: The First Council of Lyon (1245)* Episode 165: The Second Council of Lyon (1274)* Episode 166: The Council of Vienne (1311-1312)* Episode 167: The Avignon Papacy & The Great Western Schism* Episode 168: The Council of Constance (1414-1418)* Episode 169: The Council of Florence (1431-1445)* Episode 170: The Fifth Lateran Council (1512-1517)* Episode 171: The Protestant Revolution* Episode 172: The Council of Trent (1545-1563)* Episode 173: The First Vatican Council (1869-1870) Get full access to Why Catholic? at whycatholic.substack.com/subscribe

Heart to Heart
Is the Pope Infallible in Everything?

Heart to Heart

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 43:39


Mother Miriam Live - March 19th, 2026 Mother speaks about St. Joseph and his purity on the occasion of his feast day. Mother answers questions about Papal infallibility, claims that "Christ is King" is anti-Semitic, whether to sever ties with a parish that supports homosexuality, why Novus Ordo Mass does not obey some articles from the Second Vatican Council, and how to talk to Protestant relatives about becoming Catholic.

Return To Tradition
Court Orders Excommunicated Nuns To Leave Convent

Return To Tradition

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2026 23:52


Excommunication is only ever used against traditional or conservative Catholics, especially those who dare to criticize the Second Vatican Council.Sources:https://www.returntotradition.orgorhttps://substack.com/@returntotradition1Contact Me:Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.comSupport My Work:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStineSubscribeStarhttps://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-traditionBuy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStinePhysical Mail:Anthony StinePO Box 3048Shawnee, OK74802Follow me on the following social media:https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/https://twitter.com/pontificatormax+JMJ+#popeleoXIV #catholicism #catholicchurch #catholicprophecy#infiltration

On the Nose
MAGA Catholics in Revolt

On the Nose

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 43:58


In early February, clips began circulating from Trump's Religious Liberty Commission hearing, where the former Miss California Carrie Prejean Boller challenged Jewish activists Yitzhak Frankel and Shabbos Kestenbaum about the killing of Palestinian civilians in Gaza and the conflation of anti-Zionism and antisemitism. Notably, Prejean Boller framed her opposition to political Zionism in terms of her Catholicism: “I'm a Catholic and Catholics do not embrace Zionism,” she said. She raised the charge of deicide, reading the New Testament verse about the Jews killing Jesus and questioning a panelist about whether he would have tech platforms censor the Bible on account of antisemitism claims. And she challenged the theology undergirding evangelical support for Zionism, dispensationalism, which understands Jews as God's chosen people that help fulfill the end times prophecy by settling in the land of Israel. A number of prominent “America First” isolationists are Catholic, including Pat Buchanan, one of the fathers of America First paleoconservatism who famously opposed the Iraq War. Vice President J.D. Vance, Heritage Foundation president Kevin Roberts, far-right strategist Steve Bannon, and columnist Sohrab Ahmari are all America Firsters skeptical of foreign intervention. Catholicism also appears dominant among a cohort of extremist Groyper-style figures infusing their anti-Israel worldview with classically antisemitic language and ideas, including streamers Nick Fuentes and Candace Owens, the Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback, and now Prejean Boller, who has aligned herself with Owens in particular. On this episode of On the Nose, Jewish Currents editor-in-chief Arielle Angel speaks with Matthew Cressler, author of the forthcoming Catholics and the Making of MAGA: How an Immigrant Church Became America's Law and Order Faith, and Julie Schumacher Cohen, co-author with Jordan Denari Duffner of the forthcoming Palestine, Israel, and Catholic Social Teaching: A Guide. They discuss how we should understand this apparent connection between skepticism about American intervention abroad and Catholicism. Cressler and Schumacher Cohen explain what Catholic theology has to say about Judaism, Zionism, and the modern political state of Israel. They explore how some figures on the right are hearkening back to the earlier days of the Church—before the Second Vatican Council's modernizing changes, which included a condemnation of antisemitism—and they dissect the antisemitic and fascist threads in the Catholic tradition that are being surfaced in Fuentes's and Owens's rhetoric. Thanks to Jesse Brenneman for editing and to Nathan Salsburg for the use of his song “VIII (All That Were Calculated Have Passed).”Media Mentioned and Further ReadingFifth Religious Liberty Commission Hearings, Parts 1 and 2“Nostra Aetate” from the Second Vatican CouncilMatthew Cressler discussing MAGA Catholics on the Reign of Error podcast “No Catholic Brand of Christian Zionism, or Tolerance for Antisemitism,” Julie Schumacher Cohen and Jordan Denari Duffner, Contending Modernities“Catholic Guilt and Gaza,” Julie Schumacher Cohen, Commonweal Magazine“I am a Catholic. And a Zionist.,” R.R. Reno, The Washington Post“Maga Catholics are on a collision course with Leo XIV. They have good reason to fear him,” Julian Coman, The Guardian“Portrait of a Campus in Crisis,” Will Alden, Jewish Currents“‘Christ is king' becomes a loaded phrase in US political debates, especially on the right,” Peter Smith, Associated PresKevin Roberts's first statement on Nick Fuentes's appearance on Tucker Carlson's showTucker Carlson interviews US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee“The Dangerous Exceptionalism of Christian Zionism,” Halah Ahmad and Mimi Kirk, Al-ShabakaTranscript forthcoming.

Controversies in Church History
Charles de Gaulle and Vatican II

Controversies in Church History

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 27:05


Originally a bonus episode for patrons of the podcast, this episode takes a look at some of Charles De Gaulle's recorded opinions concerning the Second Vatican Council. De Gaulle led the Free French forces during WWII and served ten years as president of France (1958-1968). De Gaulle had a keen political sense and his comments on Vatican II are both interesting but also prescient. Enjoy.

Today's Catholic Mass Readings
Today's Catholic Mass Readings Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Today's Catholic Mass Readings

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 Transcription Available


Full Text of Readings Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent Lectionary: 239 The Saint of the day is Saint John Ogilvie Saint John Ogilvie's Story Saint John Ogilvie's noble Scottish family was partly Catholic and partly Presbyterian. His father raised him as a Calvinist, sending him to the continent to be educated. There, John became interested in the popular debates going on between Catholic and Calvinist scholars. Confused by the arguments of Catholic scholars whom he sought out, he turned to Scripture. Two texts particularly struck him: “God wills all men to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth,” and “Come to me all you who are weary and find life burdensome, and I will refresh you.” Slowly, Saint John Ogilvie came to see that the Catholic Church could embrace all kinds of people. Among these, he noted, were many martyrs. He decided to become Catholic and was received into the Church at Louvain, Belgium, in 1596 at the age of 17. Saint John Ogilvie continued his studies, first with the Benedictines, then as a student at the Jesuit College at Olmutz. He joined the Jesuits and for the next 10 years underwent their rigorous intellectual and spiritual training. At his ordination to the priesthood in France in 1610, Saint John Ogilvie met two Jesuits who had just returned from Scotland after suffering arrest and imprisonment. They saw little hope for any successful work there in view of the tightening of the penal laws. But a fire had been lit within John. For the next two and a half years he pleaded to be placed there as a missionary. Sent by his superiors, he secretly entered Scotland posing as a horse trader or a soldier returning from the wars in Europe. Unable to do significant work among the relatively few Catholics in Scotland, John made his way back to Paris to consult his superiors. Rebuked for having left his assignment in Scotland, he was sent back. He warmed to the task before him and had some success in making converts and in secretly serving Scottish Catholics. But he was soon betrayed, arrested, and brought before the court. His trial dragged on until he had been without food for 26 hours. He was imprisoned and deprived of sleep. For eight days and nights he was dragged around, prodded with sharp sticks, his hair pulled out. Still, he refused to reveal the names of Catholics or to acknowledge the jurisdiction of the king in spiritual affairs. He underwent a second and third trial but held firm. At his final trial, he assured his judges: “In all that concerns the king, I will be slavishly obedient; if any attack his temporal power, I will shed my last drop of blood for him. But in the things of spiritual jurisdiction which a king unjustly seizes I cannot and must not obey.” Condemned to death as a traitor, he was faithful to the end, even when on the scaffold he was offered his freedom and a fine living if he would deny his faith. His courage in prison and in his martyrdom was reported throughout Scotland. Saint John Ogilvie was canonized in 1976, becoming the first Scottish saint since 1250. His liturgical feast is celebrated on March 10. Reflection John came of age when neither Catholics nor Protestants were willing to tolerate one another. Turning to Scripture, he found words that enlarged his vision. Although he became a Catholic and died for his faith, he understood the meaning of “small-c catholic,” the wide range of believers who embrace Christianity. Even now he undoubtedly rejoices in the ecumenical spirit fostered by the Second Vatican Council and joins us in our prayer for unity with all believers. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Heart to Heart
Purgatory is God's Gift to Us

Heart to Heart

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 41:42


Mother shares old fasting and abstinence rules set in the 1950s, shortly before the Second Vatican Council. Mother answers email questions about what to do about the Epstein files, why we need purgatory, what it means to carry your cross, the books that Protestants removed from the Bible, why we call it "apologetics" when we defend our faith, and her favorite Catholic apologetics books.

This Week in America with Ric Bratton
Episode 3610: Has the Catholic Church changed since Vatican II? And if the Church is indefectible, how do we explain today’s crisis in Catholicism?

This Week in America with Ric Bratton

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 29:01


Has the Catholic Church changed since Vatican II? And if the Church is indefectible, how do we explain today's crisis in Catholicism?In this compelling episode, we welcome Griff Ruby, author of The Resurrection of the Roman Catholic Church: A Guide to the Traditional Catholic Community. Griff offers a deep and structured examination of the post–Vatican II era, the rise of the Traditional Catholic movement, and the theological questions surrounding sedevacantism.For nearly 2,000 years, the Roman Catholic Church maintained doctrinal continuity rooted in Sacred Tradition and the Magisterium. Yet many faithful Catholics believe that the Second Vatican Council marked a turning point — one that led to confusion, fragmentation, and a loss of identity within modern Catholicism.In this episode, we explore: The historical and theological impact of Vatican II What “Traditional Catholicism” really means The divisions within the traditional movement The sedevacantist position explained Whether the One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church can still be visibly identified today Griff Ruby brings decades of research in Church history, ecclesiology, and Catholic doctrine to this important conversation. A convert who discovered the Faith without a religious upbringing, he approaches the crisis in the Church not with bitterness, but with careful logic and a search for unity grounded in tradition.If you're interested in Catholic theology, Church history, Vatican II, traditional Latin Mass communities, or the future of Catholicism, this episode offers thoughtful analysis and a hopeful perspective.https://www.amazon.com/Resurrection-Roman-Catholic-Church-Traditional/dp/0595250181https://mrubipetrus.com/https://thinksparkllc.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/22626tspark.mp3 

Heart to Heart
There Are No Gay Christians

Heart to Heart

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 41:03


Mother Miriam Live - February 24th, 2026 Mother discusses St. Augustine's homily for the First Sunday of Lent. Mother answers questions about former friends seeking enabling for dangerous and sinful decisions, the Second Vatican Council and Traditional Latin Mass, and why she does not support gay communities.

The Catholic Current
Nostalgia for Vatican II? (Fr. John Perricone) 2/10/26

The Catholic Current

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 51:30


We welcome back Fr. John Perricone to discuss the upcoming meeting between the SSPX and the Vatican regarding the consecration of new Bishops. In many ways this is considered a referendum on the Second Vatican Council, and the SSPX hasn't started cheering yet. What are we to make of the mixed signals, and how should we remember Vatican II all these years later? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes Sunset Boulevard and Vatican II Sunset Boulevard (Film) Best Council Ever—Now with Merch! | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. Is African Catholicism a "Vatican II Success Story"? Questioning the Conventional Narrative Sixty Years After: Catholic Writers Assess the Legacy of Vatican II To Sanctify the World: The Vital Legacy of Vatican II iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

The Chris Voss Show
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Sede Vacante!: Part One: Dogmatic Ecclesiology Applied to Our Times by Griff Ruby

The Chris Voss Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 44:44


Sede Vacante!: Part One: Dogmatic Ecclesiology Applied to Our Times by Griff Ruby https://www.amazon.com/Sede-Vacante-Dogmatic-Ecclesiology-Applied/dp/1532023766 Many concerned Catholics today, seeing the ways and teachings of Jorge Mario Bergoglio (Pope Francis), are asking themselves, Can that man be a real Catholic pope? From the time of Paul VI, a small contingent of faithful Catholics known as sede vacantists have expressed the gravest doubts that he and each of his successors in turn since then were real popes of the Catholic Church. This minority view, long dismissed by most, now emerges into a wide public view as Jorge Bergoglio seems to go out of his way to puncture every expectation a Catholic should have for a Vicar of Christ. But this latest step in the deCatholicization of the church is merely the fullest flowering yet seen of an erroneous direction taken during the Second Vatican Council. Those looking to find detailed lists of all the abominable acts and teachings of Jorge Bergoglio or his immediate few predecessors or justly deserved ecclesiastical anathemas heaped upon them will doubtless be disappointed. Rather, the severe theological implications of the Sede Vacante findings are explored and vindicated for the first time in a systematic and complete book form. In this volume, sixteen doctrinal categories are discussed and reconciled to the historical events in the church since Vatican II, showing the essential role of the Sede Vacante findings in sustaining the church’s supernatural claims.

Israel News Talk Radio
ASR Interview with Rabbi Tovia Singer - Alan Skorski Reports

Israel News Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 53:58


Why Tucker Carlson And Candace Owens Adopted the Most Virulently Antisemitic Denominations of Christianity: Interview With Rabbi Tovia Singer Rabbi Tovia Singer, a leading expert on Christian theology and counter-missionary work, is warning of what he describes as a troubling rise in antisemitic rhetoric among some high-profile conservative commentators, naming Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens as examples. In a recent interview with podcaster Alan Skorski, Singer said he is increasingly concerned that voices once seen as part of a pro-Israel conservative coalition are now echoing themes long associated with antisemitic conspiracy theories. Singer, whose work has focused for decades on countering Christian proselytizing aimed at Jews, discussed the evolution of Christian Zionism, calling it a relatively modern movement that has become a powerful force in American politics. He estimated that about one in five Americans now identifies as a Christian Zionist, making it one of the country's largest political blocs. The rabbi traced the roots of Christian antisemitism back to early church history, citing anti-Jewish writings by figures such as St. John Chrysostom and the role of Pope Pius XII during the Holocaust — often criticized by historians for his silence in the face of Nazi atrocities. Singer said antisemitic teachings were embedded for centuries across Catholic, Orthodox and Protestant traditions. He linked those historical patterns to modern conspiracy thinking, referencing the Protocols of the Elders of Zion, a forged document from the early 1900s that falsely claimed Jews were plotting world domination. Singer said echoes of those ideas can now be heard in some contemporary political commentary that portrays Jews as wielding outsized control over media, finance and government. Singer was particularly critical of Candace Owens, describing her embrace of a traditionalist strain of Catholicism that rejects the reforms of the Second Vatican Council as deeply alarming. He said that version of the faith revives doctrines portraying Jews as rejected by God and permanently stripped of their covenant — ideas he called both theologically dangerous and politically combustible. Owens converted after her marriage to political activist George Farmer and amid public splits with prominent Jewish conservatives such as Ben Shapiro and Dennis Prager, Singer noted. By contrast, Singer praised the late Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, whom he described as exceptional among evangelical leaders for defending not only Israel but the Jewish people themselves. Singer said Kirk's influence reshaped the conservative movement and predicted that, had he lived, he could have become a presidential contender within a decade. Kirk was assassinated in September 2025, and Singer said there is now an internal struggle over his political legacy. He added that President Donald Trump remains firmly pro-Jewish and pro-Israel, describing that stance as consistent with the values of the Trump family. Singer reserved some of his sharpest criticism for Tucker Carlson, accusing the former Fox News host of hostility toward Israel and contempt for Christian Zionists. He pointed to Carlson's interview with Palestinian pastor Munther Isaac, who accused Israel of persecuting Christians in Bethlehem. Singer disputed that claim, noting that Bethlehem is under Palestinian Authority control and that its Christian population has fallen dramatically over the past half-century — from about 80% to roughly 5% — largely because of emigration driven by political and economic conditions, not Israeli policy. Carlson, who now hosts a widely followed podcast after leaving Fox News, has said he identifies as an Episcopalian but rarely attends church. Singer ended the interview with pointed irony. -VIN News Alan Skorski Reports 15JAN2025 - PODCAST

Minnesota Catholic Podcasts
Speaking of ... Christian Unity & Ecumenism

Minnesota Catholic Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 26:23


In this episode of 'Speaking of Faith,' Father John Klassen, a Benedictine priest and director of Abbey Development at St. John's Abbey, discusses the concept of Christian unity. Father Klassen delves into the historical context of Christian unity, emphasizing the significance of the Second Vatican Council and its progressive stance towards ecumenism. Throughout the discussion, Father Klassen highlights the importance of listening and humility in ecumenical dialogues. The episode also explores practical steps for fostering Christian unity, such as participating in services of other denominations and understanding the shared roots and theological differences among various Christian traditions.

Deacons Pod
Living in Joyful Hope – Fr. James Kroeger, M.M.

Deacons Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 55:50


Maryknoll Fr. James Kroeger, a longtime missionary and author, speaks with the Paulist Deacon Affiliates in this episode of Deacons Pod. Fr. Kroeger, who was a missionary in Asia for more than five decades, shares details about his life and ministry, and reflects on the 60th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council. Ordained a priest in 1975, he is the author of many articles as well as multiple titles from Faith Alive Books including "A Joyful Journey with Pope Francis: Exploring Twelve Pivotal Documents" and "Exploring Vatican II Treasures: Actors, Events, Insights." His new book is "Living in Joyful Hope: Insights, Models, Challenges." Maryknoll is the Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
January 8 -It's an Epiphany! What Disney Revealed About Our Parenting: Pope Leo's Consistory

Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 54:04


Dr. Tom Curran shares stories about an epiphany revealed about him, and his wife Kari's, parenting at a family trip to Disney Land. Tom reflects on insights from Pope Leo's Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals on the need for clarity on the Second Vatican Council documents.

Catholic Women Preach
January 11, 2026: "Anointed and Empowered for Mission" with Sr. Maureen Sullivan, OP

Catholic Women Preach

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 8:25


Preaching for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Sr. Maureen Sullivan, OP invites us to live as Spirit-filled missionary disciples who see God in our neighbor and through our lives reveal God in the world: "The descent of the Holy Spirit at Jesus' baptism empowered him and anointed him for his public ministry. We too were empowered to be missionary disciples to others. Each of us received the gift of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit."Sr. Maureen Sullivan, a Dominican Sister of Hope from New York, is Professor Emerita of Theology at St. Anselm College, New Hampshire. A scholar of the Second Vatican Council, she received her M.A. in Theology from Manhattan College in the Bronx and her Ph.D. from Fordham University. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/01112026 to learn more about Sr. Maureen, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Inside The Vatican
Pope Leo's first Christmas address to the Vatican Curia

Inside The Vatican

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 40:16


The pope's annual Christmas address to the Roman Curia was once a run-of-the-mill affair, but in 2005, the year he was elected pope, Benedict XVI used the speech to lay out his decisive vision for the implementation of the Second Vatican Council. Francis famously used the speech to decry the “diseases” of the Roman Curia. This week, Pope Leo XIV delivered his own first Christmas address to the Curia. On a special roundtable episode of “Inside the Vatican,” host Colleen Dulle and producers Ricardo da Silva, S.J., and Sebastian Gomes examine how Leo's speech continued his predecessors' priorities, and where it differed. “Inside the Vatican” will take a break for Christmas and return on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, barring any breaking news. Links from the show: Pope Leo in Christmas address to Vatican officials asks: ‘Is it possible to be friends in the Roman Curia?' Preach: The Catholic Homilies Podcast Hark! The stories of our favorite Christmas carols For Megaphone only: Support Inside the Vatican by subscribing to America Magazine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Michael J. Matt Show

Support us | https://remnantnewspaper.com/web/index.php/donate-today  #candaceowens#tuckercarlson So, we trust the FBI now? After the worldwide COVID lockdown, we're going to throw Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens under the bus for declining to trust the Feds?  In this week's episode, Michael J. Matt discusses the fracturing of both the MAGA and Traditional Catholic movements. What's the main issue that's dividing this, and how is the fallout from the Charlie Kirk assassination bringing it all to a head? Michael cites testimony from the Hodgetwins, Tim Pool, Candace Owens, Jimmy Doore, Tucker Carlson, the late Charlie Kirk, Max Blumenthal, and Nick Fuentes to show that in this civil war inside Conservatism, Charlie Kirk's terrible assassination was the Fort Sumpter event. And, incredibly, it's all linked to a specific event at the Second Vatican Council. Speaking of which, Cardinal Timothy Dolan puts his faithful on notice this week, that in order to pay the legal defense for multiple pedophile abuse scandals, he's putting the Catholic Church in New York up for sale. Well played, Vatican II! And what about all those Catholic immigrants from the old country who built those churches? And, more importantly, whatever happened to the children and grandchildren of the immigrants who, just sixty years after Vatican II, have permanently vacated the Catholic churches of New York. And what's the solution? Well, watch and see. Download the Santifica App! https://download.sanctifica.com More Info: https://sanctifica.com Sign up for Michael Matt's Weekly E-Letter: https://remnantnewspaper.com/web/index.php/subscribe-today/free-remnant-updates Follow Michael Matt on X: https://x.com/Michael_J_Matt Check out my website: https://www.remnantnewspaper.com Listen to Michael Matt's podcasts: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1AdkCDFfR736CqcGw2Uvd0 APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-michael-j-matt-show/id1563298989 Sources: Ellis Island In Depth: https://youtu.be/GzPInNTb-bc?si=s_4PiboGG7PsT20r

I Thought You'd Like To Know This, Too
ITEST Webinar Why the Unborn Matter with Randal Mandock and Francis Etheredge (December 6, 2025)

I Thought You'd Like To Know This, Too

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 107:48 Transcription Available


In this webinar sponsored by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology, Randal Mandock and Francis Etheredge present on Why the Unborn Matter. Our presentersRandal Mandock, PhDA Rational Case for Life Dr. Randal Mandock balanced careers in science and religious education. With a Ph.D. from Georgia Tech, he worked as a geophysicist, professor, and researcher. Simultaneously, he served over 40 years as a Catholic catechist and apologist. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, he remains active in parish ministry and faith formation. Abstract As a free agent (i.e., not officially representing any Church, ecclesial body, or religion), I choose to propose a method of revising definitions and terminology in the area of human pregnancy. I believe the changes inspired by this method will better serve the pro-life cause than the continued adoption of and acquiescence to popular notions about certain definitions and terminology used in popular accounts. My only authority in proposing these changes rests on reason and a desire to assist medical personnel, lawyers, judges, legislators, and the devoutly religious to better position themselves to defend mothers and their unborn children. It is evident that the Magisterium of the Catholic Church has charted for two millennia a masterful path between authority and reason in pursuit of expanding the Kingdom of God on earth. This is evident very recently in its recognition, once again, of the virtue of prudence in assessment of the start of an individual person's life.Francis EtheredgeThe Catholic Faith's Contribution to Understanding the Moment of Human ConceptionFrancis Etheredge is a Catholic married layman, with eleven children, three of whom he hopes are in heaven and the rest of whom are alive and well and stepping through life's stages of school, university, and career. In the last ten years, he has returned to being a self-employed writer. Find some of his books listed in the resources section below. Abstract On the one hand it would seem that Faith has no contribution to make to an investigation of the beginning of human personhood in that it is a matter of what embryologists can discover, although embryologists do not necessarily recognize that the beginning of the human person transcends the biological action of sperm and egg-cell. On the other hand, then, while Scripture is ordered to our salvation in Christ, we cannot overlook that the question of conception is not without salvific significance. Thus the Scripture speaks of conception, while the dogma of the Immaculate Conception speaks of both the conception of Mary and implicates us. At the same time, the Second Vatican Council, in Gaudium et spes, speaks of both the unity of the human person (14) and the mystery that “For by His incarnation the Son of God has united Himself in some fashion with every man” (22). What, then, are we to make of these contributions to understanding the beginning of human life? https://faithscience.org/why-unborn-matter/

The Inner Life
Vatican II - The Inner Life - November 18, 2025 [ENCORE]

The Inner Life

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 51:12


Check out this awesome Encore show from October 21, 2025 Fr. Robert Ryan joins Patrick to discuss Vatican II (2:52) what is an ecumenical council? (5:48) What caused Vatican II to assimilate? (21:20) Break 1 Robert - Why the change from the Latin Mass? Wondering why that's not very alive anymore. (28:57) what are the major documents of the Second Vatican Council? (32:16) Chris - I know in the past supersessions is the main teaching and then 2nd Vatican council condemned it. With everything going on now, I figured it would be a good thing to clear up. (38:52) Break 2 Greg - Lumen Gentium...chapter 16 where it talks about salvation. Just wanted to get take on the idea that a person needs to be Catholic to be saved, but all salvation goes through the church. If you die, you have the chance to enter. (47:36) Why is Vatican II so controversial in our times?

Gulf Coast Life
Symposium in Naples explores the importance of Nostra Aetate in our time

Gulf Coast Life

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 29:11


This year marks the 60th anniversary of a landmark document called Nostra Aetate (translates as In Our Time) which was the result of Jewish and Catholic collaboration during the Second Vatican Council that ran from 1962 to 1965. It fundamentally changed the official Roman Catholic position on Judaism and spoke out openly against antisemitism. Now, 60 years later, the Catholic-Jewish Dialogue of Collier County along with the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Naples and Ave Maria University are presenting a two-day symposium bringing together a panel of distinguished theologians and professors from across North America to discuss the landmark document that changed 20 centuries of Catholic-Jewish relations – and it's importance in our time.

The Patrick Madrid Show
The Patrick Madrid Show: November 28, 2025 - Hour 1

The Patrick Madrid Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 51:04


Patrick opens this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show with a heartfelt conversation with Josh, a new Catholic convert from Los Angeles, about the Church's role in a rapidly changing culture and the ongoing impact of the Second Vatican Council. Drawing from decades of study and experience, Patrick explains how historical and cultural forces from the 1960s continue to affect Catholic life today and offers practical advice to new converts about staying spiritually grounded and resisting the pull of online negativity. The episode also touches on timely topics like pharmacy vaccination incentives and the spread of AI-generated misinformation, all while Patrick encourages listeners to focus on faith and community amid modern challenges. Josh – If Vatican 2 happened in the mid-60s, would it have been different especially with the huge cultural shift that happened? (01:05) CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals (19:45) John - Is giving the peace sign at mass wrong? (24:08) AI speech on YouTube falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV (34:16) Kimberly - My daughter died within 18 hours of getting a vaccine shot. Jesus helped me get through this. I had to learn not to become a prisoner. (39:24) Joe - What did the early Christians think of Peter being the Foundation stone of the Church? (43:41) Brian – There is a girl who says she will text me but never does. I see her every time I go to Church. (48:31) Originally aired on 5/22/25

EWTN NEWS NIGHTLY
EWTN News Nightly: Vatican II Special | Wednesday, November 26, 2025

EWTN NEWS NIGHTLY

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 30:00


We explore the lasting impact of the Second Vatican Council and other ecumenical councils, including Ephesus, Chalcedon, Trent, and Vatican I. We examine why St. John Henry Newman is referred to as the “Father of Vatican II” and reflect on the legacy of St. John Paul II, 20 years after his death.

Israel News Talk Radio
Cardoza-Moore Slams JD Vance and Tucker Carlson, Leaves Heritage Antisemitism Task Force - Alan Skorski Reports

Israel News Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 28:43


Laurie Cardoza-Moore, a prominent Christian Zionist leader ranked No. 2 on the Jerusalem Post's list of top 10 leading Christian Zionists, has resigned from her position at the Heritage Foundation after clashing with its president over the organization's refusal to cut ties with Tucker Carlson. Cardoza-Moore, founder and president of Proclaiming Justice to the Nations and host of “Focus on Israel,” stepped down from her role on Heritage's task force to combat antisemitism. The move followed Heritage President Kevin Roberts' decision not to sever relations with Carlson after the former Fox News host interviewed Nick Fuentes, a self-described Hitler admirer. During the interview, Cardoza-Moore expressed frustration with Carlson's pattern of platforming critics of Israel and alleged antisemites since leaving Fox News. She cited his interview with Bethlehem Pastor Munther Isaac, whom she called a “fraud,” during which Isaac claimed Israel is “occupying Palestinian land.” Cardoza-Moore said she confronted Carlson directly after the interview, asking why he failed to challenge Isaac's statement. “You're a Christian, you've read your Bible, haven't you?” she recalled telling him. “You're supposed to be educated and informed.” According to Cardoza-Moore, Carlson dismissed the historical inaccuracy as unimportant. She also criticized Vice President JD Vance for failing to defend the U.S.-Israel relationship during a recent speech at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Mississippi. Vance, a recent convert to Catholicism, did not highlight Israel's contributions to science, medicine, green energy, military intelligence or high-tech innovation, she said. When asked about theological differences between Jews and Christians, Vance allowed questions with “antisemitic undertones” to go unanswered, Cardoza-Moore added. Citing the Second Vatican Council's Nostra Aetate, which declares antisemitism incompatible with Christian teaching, she accused Vance of misunderstanding biblical principles. Cardoza-Moore warned that America is approaching a “new war against the Jews,” drawing parallels to 1930s Germany. She invoked Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the Christian theologian who broke from the Lutheran Church as it aligned with the Nazis and preached against them even as they sat in his congregation. “We are at the doorstep of the same situation,” she said. Cardoza-Moore's resignation and public criticisms underscore growing tensions within conservative circles over Israel, antisemitism and the influence of figures like Carlson. -VIN News Alan Skorski Reports 17NOV2025 - PODCAST

Fr Sean's Podcast
Intro to Liturgy #10: Liturgical Music...Controversial???

Fr Sean's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 39:18


Send us a textCheck it out.I think we should all at least find unity in the Second Vatican Council. You might also be intrigued by my experience as a rural pastor. Who knows?

The Simple Truth
How Frank Duff and the Legion of Mary Transformed the Catholic Church (Joanne Wright) - 10/29/25

The Simple Truth

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 48:01


10/29/25 - Servant of God Frank Duff (1889–1980) was an Irish layman whose deep love for the Blessed Virgin Mary led to the founding of the Legion of Mary in Dublin in 1921. Rooted in the spirituality of St. Louis de Montfort, Duff encouraged ordinary Catholics to become apostles through prayer, humility, and personal outreach. His vision transformed lay involvement in the Church, inspiring millions across the world to serve Christ through Mary. Duff worked tirelessly among Dublin's poor, homeless, and marginalized, seeing in each person the image of God. His collaborators, Venerable Edel Quinn and Servant of God Alfie Lambe, carried the Legion's mission to Africa and Latin America, helping it spread to nearly every corner of the globe. Frank Duff later attended the Second Vatican Council as an observer, where his vision for the laity was affirmed by Church leaders. His cause for canonization continues, honoring a man whose quiet faith reshaped the modern Catholic apostolate.

Mystagogy
On the Word of God (Dei Verbum - Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation)

Mystagogy

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 64:06 Transcription Available


In this session, guest presenter Dr. André Villeneuve discusses Dei Verbum, the dogmatic constitution on divine revelation issued at the Second Vatican Council. Dr. Villeneuve is Associate Professor of Old Testament & Biblical Languages at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit.The music in the introduction and close of this podcast is provided by George Sarah.This program of mystagogy is hosted by the Adult Faith Programs at Saint Stephen Martyr Church in Chesapeake, Virginia.Support the show

The Inner Life
Vatican II - The Inner Life - October 21, 2025

The Inner Life

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 51:12


Fr. Robert Ryan joins Patrick to discuss Vatican II (2:52) what is an ecumenical council? (5:48) What caused Vatican II to assimilate? (21:20) Break 1 Robert - Why the change from the Latin Mass? Wondering why that's not very alive anymore. (28:57) what are the major documents of the Second Vatican Council? (32:16) Chris - I know in the past supersessions is the main teaching and then 2nd Vatican council condemned it. With everything going on now, I figured it would be a good thing to clear up. (38:52) Break 2 Greg - Lumen Gentium...chapter 16 where it talks about salvation. Just wanted to get take on the idea that a person needs to be Catholic to be saved, but all salvation goes through the church. If you die, you have the chance to enter. (47:36) Why is Vatican II so controversial in our times?

Catholic Minute
What Pope Benedict Tried to Warn Us About After Vatican II (Fr Dan Yasinski)

Catholic Minute

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 38:58 Transcription Available


Send us a textWhat Pope Benedict tried to warn us about... we're living through today.For over 2,000 years, the Church's liturgy developed slowly and organically — until the 1960s, when everything changed. In this first episode of our new Liturgy Series with Fr. Dan Yasinski, we explore what the Second Vatican Council actually taught about the liturgy, and what was implemented afterward.Pope Benedict XVI once wrote that the crisis in the Church today is largely due to the disintegration of the liturgy.Was he right?Did the Church go too far after Vatican II?And how does the way we worship shape what we believe?Join Ken Yasinski and Fr. Dan Yasinski as they discuss the heart of the Church's worship, the meaning of true liturgical reform, and why the renewal of the Church always begins at the altar.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Soul Food Priest
Q&A: Pet Peeves & Vatican II

Soul Food Priest

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 56:47


Fr. Ben and Khira discuss some of their peeves in the kitchen. Along with this topic, it can be really bothersome by how some people misinterpret the Second Vatican Council. Fr. Ben sets to try and clarify some of those misinterpretations.  Let us know what some of your pet peeves are in the kitchen! Got a question you'd like to ask Fr. Ben? You can submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast through Facebook, or you could email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com. The questions can be on faith or food! You can also follow us on Facebook and YouTube at Soul Food Priest. Thanks for listening!

Ignatius Press Podcast
Henri de Lubac is One of the Best Theologians of the 20th Century

Ignatius Press Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 51:07


Henri de Lubac is not well known by most Catholics, but the upcoming documentary is hoping to change that... See More of the De Lubac Film Here: https://m9b.185.myftpupload.com/ Purchase Henri De Lubac's Books Here: https://ignatius.com/authors/henri-de-lubac/   Cardinal Henri de Lubac was a French theologian who lived in Europe during the tumultuous 20th century. He survived the front-line trenches of World War I and participated in the French Resistance of World War II. He lived to see the murder of the last Tsar of Russia, all the way to the fall of the Berlin Wall. During his life, he was known as a controversial theologian who was eventually elevated to a Cardinal by Pope Saint John Paul II and participated in the Second Vatican Council. Today, we are joined by Geoffrey Zokal and Sam Soruch, who are creating a detailed documentary about Henri de Lubac. In this episode, they not only comment on the extraordinary life of Henri de Lubac, but also touch on some of the more controversial elements of his theology. They remark on both his profound wisdom and theological insight as well as his great personal humility and holiness.   SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/   Watch Things Hidden: The Life and Legacy of René Girard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-vB1HaBsog&t=44s   Lumen Christi Institute: https://lumenchristi.org/   Music from Pexels, Gregor Quendel. https://www.classicals.de/legal

The Patrick Madrid Show
The Patrick Madrid Show: September 24, 2025 - Hour 1

The Patrick Madrid Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 51:04


Patrick opens this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show with a heartfelt conversation with Josh, a new Catholic convert from Los Angeles, about the Church's role in a rapidly changing culture and the ongoing impact of the Second Vatican Council. Drawing from decades of study and experience, Patrick explains how historical and cultural forces from the 1960s continue to affect Catholic life today and offers practical advice to new converts about staying spiritually grounded and resisting the pull of online negativity. The episode also touches on timely topics like pharmacy vaccination incentives and the spread of AI-generated misinformation, all while Patrick encourages listeners to focus on faith and community amid modern challenges. Josh – If Vatican 2 happened in the mid-60s, would it have been different especially with the huge cultural shift that happened? (01:05) CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals (19:45) John - Is giving the peace sign at mass wrong? (24:08) AI speech on YouTube falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV (34:16) Kimberly - My daughter died within 18 hours of getting a vaccine shot. Jesus helped me get through this. I had to learn not to become a prisoner. (39:24) Joe - What did the early Christians think of Peter being the Foundation stone of the Church? (43:41) Brian – There is a girl who says she will text me but never does. I see her every time I go to Church. (48:31) Originally Aired on 05/22/2025

R-Soul: Reclaiming the Soul of Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice
Resurrecting the Goddess: Liberating Christianity with the Divine Feminine (PART 2)

R-Soul: Reclaiming the Soul of Reproductive Health, Rights, and Justice

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 29:03


In this two-part episode, Kelley Fox interviews Erin Duffy-Burke & Kathleen Joan, co-creators of the Resurrecting the Goddess Summit ahead of their 3rd annual online gathering. Listen in as they discuss the complexity of faith, finding the Divine Feminine in our present moment, and the importance of making space for expansive conversation and communities of growth. The 2025 Resurrecting the Goddess Summit is absolutely FREE and will be live on September 29th to October 3rd, featuring Kelley Fox in an online session! Links to discussed content: [Episode 135] Resurrecting the Goddess: Liberating Christianity with the Divine Feminine (PART 1): https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/resurrecting-the-goddess-liberating-christianity-with-the-divine-feminine-part-1/ Resurrecting the Goddess Summit (Live Sept 29th - October 3rd): www.resurrectingthegoddess.com/?ref=56130-Faith-Choice-Ohio&track_al=KS1bd4uoZp6bxfuUA73Kn8av Brigid's Flame: www.brigidsflame.org Interweave Ministries: www.interweaveministries.com Sophia as Wisdom in Christianity: https://braidedway.org/rediscovering-sophia-the-goddess-in-christianity/ Emergent Strategy: https://adriennemareebrown.net/book/emergent-strategy/ Running the Numbers: How Much Does an Abortion Really Cost? https://faithchoiceohio.podbean.com/e/running-the-numbers-how-much-does-an-abortion-really-cost/ The Second Vatican Council: https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/cti_documents/rc_cti_20140610_sensus-fidei_en.html Music by Korbin Jones

Open Line, Tuesday
Liturgical Octave Celebrations

Open Line, Tuesday

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 51:00


Octaves include the seven days following a particular Feast Day or Solemnity, with the Feast Day or Solemnity itself included – thus, a total of eight days (“octave” referring to “eight”). Prior to the Second Vatican Council, “Octave celebrations” were numerous in the Latin Rite. Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.

Jesuitical
Best of Jesuitical: What's the deal with the Traditional Latin Mass?

Jesuitical

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 29:46


Pope Francis' 2021 decree, Traditionis custodes, which limited the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass, set off a heated and at times toxic debate between more traditionalist Catholics and those who want to see the reforms of the Second Vatican Council more fully implemented. Is there a way for us to talk about the liturgy without it turning into a war? On this "best of" episode, we're revisiting a conversation with Rev. Pierre Amar, a priest in the Diocese of Versailles in France. Father Amar grew up attending the Latin Mass and was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter, an order dedicated to the celebration of the pre-Vatican II Mass rite. But he also loves and celebrates the novus ordo or ordinary form, and does not think the two forms of the liturgy need to be in conflict. You can follow us on ⁠X⁠ and on ⁠Instagram:⁠ @jesuiticalshow You can find us on Facebook at ⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/groups/jesuitical⁠⁠ Please consider supporting Jesuitical by becoming a digital subscriber to America magazine at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠americamagazine.org/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Rosary
August 14, 2025, Memorial of St. Maximilian Mary Kolbe, Holy Rosary (Luminous Mysteries)

Daily Rosary

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 30:58


Friends of the Rosary,Today, August 14, is the Memorial of St. Maximilian Mary Kolbe (1894-1941), a Polish Franciscan, friar, priest, and martyr of Auschwitz, who founded a movement of Marian consecration called Militia of the Immaculata, With his preaching and writing, he undertook an intense apostolic mission in Europe and Asia.Imprisoned in Auschwitz during the Second World War, he offered himself in exchange for a young father of a large family who was to be executed, Francis Gajowniczek.When the captors couldn't kill him from starvation in the concentration camp, they ended his life with a lethal injection on August 14, 1941.In 1927, he established an evangelization center near Warsaw called Niepokalanow, the "City of the Immaculata." By 1939, the City had expanded from eighteen friars to an incredible 650, making it the largest Catholic religious house in the world.To better "win the world for the Immaculata," the friars utilized modern printing and administrative techniques, enabling countless catechetical and devotional works, a daily newspaper with a circulation of 230,000, and a monthly magazine with a circulation of over one million.Maximilian started a shortwave radio station and planned to build a motion picture studio—he was a true "apostle of the mass media." He established a City of the Immaculata in Nagasaki, Japan, in 1930, and envisioned missionary centers worldwide.Maximilian was a ground-breaking theologian. His insights into the Immaculate Conception anticipated the Marian theology of the Second Vatican Council and further developed the Church's understanding of Mary as "Mediatrix" of all the graces of the Trinity, and as "Advocate" for God's people.Pope St. John Paul II canonized him in 1982 and proclaimed him a "martyr of charity" and "Patron Saint of Our Difficult Century." Francis Gajowniczek was in attendance.He is a patron of journalists, families, prisoners, the pro-life movement, and the chemically addicted.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!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 York• ⁠August 14, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

The Patrick Madrid Show
The Patrick Madrid Show: May 22, 2025 - Hour 1

The Patrick Madrid Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 51:04


Patrick opens with a heartfelt conversation with Josh, a new Catholic convert from Los Angeles, about the Church's role in a rapidly changing culture and the ongoing impact of the Second Vatican Council. Drawing from decades of study and experience, Patrick explains how historical and cultural forces from the 1960s continue to affect Catholic life today and offers practical advice to new converts about staying spiritually grounded and resisting the pull of online negativity. The episode also touches on timely topics like pharmacy vaccination incentives and the spread of AI-generated misinformation, all while Patrick encourages listeners to focus on faith and community amid modern challenges. Josh – If Vatican 2 happened in the mid-60s, would it have been different especially with the huge cultural shift that happened? (01:05) CVS staff get perks like beach days and donuts for hitting vaccine goals (19:45) John - Is giving the peace sign at mass wrong? (24:08) AI speech on YouTube falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV (34:16) Kimberly - My daughter died within 18 hours of getting a vaccine shot. Jesus helped me get through this. I had to learn not to become a prisoner. (39:24) Joe - What did the early Christians think of Peter being the Foundation stone of the Church? (43:41) Brian – There is a girl who says she will text me but never does. I see her every time I go to Church. (48:31)

Fresh Air
The Battle For The Soul Of The Catholic Church

Fresh Air

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 45:39


In Jesus Wept, investigative journalist Philip Shenon examines the last seven popes, and how efforts to reform the Church with the Second Vatican Council led to power struggles and doctrinal debates that lasted for decades. He spoke with Dave Davies about the theological clashes, scandal, and the accuracy of the movie Conclave.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy