أفضل بودكاسات Catholicism (2025)

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Thoughts on the Death of Pope Francis (#327) 23:18

22h ago23:18

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Pope Francis passed away this morning. He was 88 years old and had served as the Holy Father 12 years. We pray for the repose of his soul and for the transition the Church will undergo in the weeks ahead. Greg shares some thoughts about what might or might not happen, and how we should approach those possibilities. Support this ministry so more peo…

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 8 - Confession 10:57

4d ago10:57

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Father James Grant discusses the truth about confession in Australia.بقلم creativecatholicism

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90 - God's Existence: Aquinas' Five Ways Pt. 1 35:42

7d ago35:42

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Welcome to our deep-dive into the question: How do we know God exists? In this series, we return to the topic of God's existence, which we covered aaall the way back in Episode 2 (!!), and we break it open to explore it more deeply. In this episode, we look at St. Thomas Aquinas's first three 'ways', or arguments for God's existence. These are amon…

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E19: Assisted Reproductive Technology: The Reality of IVF 53:55

21d ago53:55

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Submit a Question Here! Why does the Church condemn IVF as immoral? What really happens as a result of IVF? So many people struggle with infertility and loss—why can't the Church just be happy that people want to have children? Tune into this month's episode to understand and encounter the love of the Father for all of his children as we dig into w…

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Holy Land (and Holy Week) Diary, Part 2: Jerusalem (#326) 48:00

6d ago48:00

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Two years ago, after a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, Greg described what insights into the Holy Week can be gained from visiting Jerusalem. Perhaps he'll lead a Considering Catholicism pilgrimage to Israel someday! (With Greg so busy during Holy Week this year, we're sharing this classic from the vault.) Support this ministry so more people can cons…

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Holy Land Diary, Part 1: The Galilee Region (#325) 42:45

6d ago42:45

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Two years ago, after a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, Greg described what insights into the Gospel can be gained from seeing the Sea of Galilee firsthand. Perhaps he'll lead a Considering Catholicism pilgrimage to Israel someday! (With Greg so busy during Holy Week this year, we're sharing this classic from the vault.) Support this ministry so more p…

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From the Vault: Easter in a World Gone Trans? (#324) 28:55

8d ago28:55

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This was the 13th episode of Considering Catholicism, way back in 2022. Since then, the challenges to a biblical and Catholic understanding of the human person and the resurrection have grown more dramatic. Just one year ago, in 2024, the United States Government declared March 31, Easter, to be "Transgender Visibility Day." Support this ministry s…

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 7 - Catholic Love 15:46

10d ago15:46

15:46

Father James Grant discusses what’s different about the Catholic view of love.بقلم creativecatholicism

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Confirmation: A Gift, Not a Checkbox (#323) 36:46

13d ago36:46

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What does it mean to be confirmed in the Catholic faith? Greg unpacks the sacrament of Confirmation, exploring its roots, its role in strengthening believers, and why it’s more than just a rite of passage. It's the Holy Spirit equipping us for a bold, purposeful life. A compelling look at how Confirmation seals us as witnesses to Christ in a world …

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The 2.3 Tipping Point: the Cost of Chasing Prosperity Over Purpose (#322) 38:20

16d ago38:20

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Is the world overpopulated, or are we facing a demographic free fall? In this episode, Greg and Ed dive into the startling reality of population collapse, debunking the overpopulation myth with hard numbers—like the critical 2.3 replacement rate—and real-world stats from nations like Japan and South Korea. They explore why shrinking birth rates thr…

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 6 - Joy 14:37

19d ago14:37

14:37

Father James Grant discusses the vitality of Catholicismبقلم creativecatholicism

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Catholics, Contraception, and Happiness? (#321) 38:34

20d ago38:34

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Does the Catholic Church’s stance on contraception doom families to misery?Greg and Ed unpack whether the ban on birth control truly burdens households or if rejecting it has unleashed unexpected struggles in our modern world. Were large families a source of strain—or a strength we’ve lost? Could the Church’s unwavering authority hold a deeper trut…

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89 - Love! 38:47

22d ago38:47

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Welcome baaaaaaaack it's Season 3! In this season, we're plumbing the depths of Catholicism and the Catechism, doing deep-dives into topics that we have only touched on previously, like the existence of God, the bible, the social doctrine of the church, and theology of the body. In this episode, we round off an exploration of the three theological …

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Road to Rome? A New Twist on a Familiar Tale (#320) 32:25

23d ago32:25

32:25

The Good Samaritan: just a call to help the needy? Explore a 2,000-year-old Catholic twist—Christ as rescuer, the Church as refuge. The road from Jerusalem to Jericho might lead to Rome, revealing salvation’s depth beyond morality. A surprising ride awaits! Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consider…

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 5 - Fake and Authentic Lives 15:27

24d ago15:27

15:27

Father James Grant discusses why Catholics must live authentic lives.بقلم creativecatholicism

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Will We See Our Dogs in Heaven? (#319) 36:59

28d ago36:59

36:59

How can heaven be perfect if the things that bring us joy in this life are not there with us? For example, the one creature that God gave us capable of being man's best friend: how can I be happy in heaven without my dog who brings me so much happiness? Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringc…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 3 - Not Being Pushed Around 6:14

28d ago6:14

6:14

Father James Grant discuss taking control of your life's circumstances.بقلم creativecatholicism

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"Election" in Catholicism vs. Calvinism (#318) 41:27

30d ago41:27

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Last week, those who have prepared to enter the Catholic Church at Easter attended the "Rite of Election" at their local cathedral. The "catechumens," those who will be baptized at Easter signed the "Book of the Elect" along with the bishop. What does "election" and "the elect" mean? And how does the Catholic Church's use of these New Testament ter…

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 4 - Forgiveness 15:29

1M ago15:29

15:29

Father James discusses the difficulty of forgiveness.بقلم creativecatholicism

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Catholics and Politics (#317) 34:46

1M ago34:46

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Catholic leaders—priests, bishops, even popes—sometimes share their opinions about various political issues. Some Catholics and those considering Catholicism often wonder, "Do I have to agree with them?" Greg and Ed ask whether all Catholics have to all have the same politics. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: …

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Can You Be Patriotic and Catholic? (#316) 39:05

1M ago39:05

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The Catholic Church is a universal community, transcending time, space, races, languages, nations. So can you be a faithful Catholic and still be patriotic, loyal to your own place, time, tribe, and nation? Greg and Ed discuss the Catholic concept of "patria." Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consi…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 2 - Genesis of the Drone 6:45

1M ago6:45

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Thoughts on the capabilities of decision making Drones.بقلم creativecatholicism

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Asceticism: When No Means Yes (#315) 18:44

1M ago18:44

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Lent is a time of self-denial, which is a feature (not a bug) of ancient Christianity. It's a form of "asceticism," which Protestants and Evangelicals abandoned. Greg explains what asceticism is, and why sometimes telling ourselves no is a yes to God. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcat…

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Creative Catholicism - Thinking Out Loud - Episode 1 - A different Lent 5:43

1M ago5:43

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What does Lent mean for Catholics and how should we conduct ourselves in Lent?بقلم creativecatholicism

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 3 - Bread and Circuses 14:55

1M ago14:55

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Catholic challenges of a secular society besotted with sport and trivia.بقلم creativecatholicism

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Myth-Busting Lent (#314) 22:22

1M ago22:22

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As Lent begins, it's time for the annual Lent-bashing on social media (particularly on X) by some Protestants and fundamentalist Evangelicals. Greg takes on the most common myths they drag out every year. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: consideringcatholicism@gma…

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 2 - The Truth and its Cost 14:54

2M ago14:54

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Why the claims of Jesus have been rejected in the modern world.بقلم creativecatholicism

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When a Pope Passes, Part 2 (#313) 33:15

2M ago33:15

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Greg and Ed speculate about how the Catholic Church might (or might not) change whenever Pope Francis passes. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: [email protected]بقلم Greg Smith

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When a Pope Passes, Part 1 (#312) 36:17

2M ago36:17

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Pope Francis has been in the hospital for a couple of weeks. We are praying for his recovery, but it raises the question: what happens when a pope passes? Greg and Ed talk about the process of papal transitions. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: consideringcatholic…

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Creative Catholicism - Making Catholicism Work - Episode 1 - Where God Finds You 15:53

2M ago15:53

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God can meet you in the most unexpected places, not just in Church. God can pop up when you least expect it.بقلم creativecatholicism

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E18: The Healing Power of the Holy Spirit (with Mike Nolan) 50:32

2M ago50:32

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Submit a Question Here! Do healing miracles still happen today? Who can receive the authority to heal? What if I’m in need of healing? Tune into this month’s episode of Catholicism 101, where Mike Nolan from Shadow on the Water joins us for a conversation about the power of the Holy Spirit and healing. Be sure to check out Shadow on the Water for m…

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Faith or Works? Part 10: Is the Church a Real Thing? (#311) 40:38

2M ago40:38

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In practice, most Protestants believe that after justification we are called to grow in sanctification through good works, which is the Catholic position. So, what's this whole faith vs. works controversy really about? Greg wraps this series by suggesting that it's about whether you believe the Church is a real thing, with real sacraments, that rea…

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Faith or Works? Part 9: Locked In or Left Guessing? The Truth About Eternal Security (#310) 30:46

2M ago30:46

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This is one of those age-old debates—“Once saved, always saved?” or can you lose your salvation? And who’s really fretting at night—Catholics, or our Protestant and Evangelical brothers and sisters? Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: [email protected]…

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Faith or Works? Part 8: The Mystery of Merit (#309) 40:56

2M ago40:56

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Greg tackles one of the trickiest, most misunderstood words in Catholic theology: “merit.” The very mention of merit sets off alarm bells for many non-Catholics (and even some Catholics!), who suspect that we’re advocating a system where we earn salvation through human effort. But does the Catholic Church really teach that? Support this ministry so…

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Faith or Works? Part 7: Indulgences (#308) 33:46

2M ago33:46

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The whole Faith vs. Works debate really kicked off in 1517, when Martin Luther complained about the Catholic Church charging German peasants money for something called "indulgences." Since then, Protestants will pull this out as a kind of trump card: "The Catholic Church sells salvation through indulgences! That proves it believes in salvation by w…

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Faith or Works? Part 6: Purgation (#307) 41:45

2M ago41:45

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We've been talking about how salvation is a multi-phase process, not a single event. It involves justification, which is entirely by grace through faith and repentance. It also involves sanctification, the journey towards holiness, maturity in Christ. But what happens if we don't complete that journey by the time we die? Can unholy people stand bef…

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Can Suffering Have Value? (#306) 40:27

2M ago40:27

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Greg and Ed discuss their friend Danny, who is going through an extremely difficult experience. Ed realizes that before he began considering Catholicism, he didn't really have a way to make sense of this kind of suffering, but he's begun to see the value in it. Greg explains that Catholicism teaches us that Danny might be closer to the Kingdom of G…

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Faith or Works? Part 5: Types of Sin and Whether We Can "Work Them Off" (#305) 39:58

2M ago39:58

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Catholicism identifies three categories of sin: original, mortal, and venial. What are the differences? How are they addressed or overcome in salvation? And to which types are our good works applied? Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: [email protected]…

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Faith or Works, Part 4: A Call to Growth (#304) 38:00

3M ago38:00

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Protestants teach that we have "imputed righteousness" because Christ, in a one-time legal transaction, swaps our guilt and debt for his innocence and perfect credit score. Based on the totality of scripture, Catholicism (and all its ancient branches) teaches *infused* righteousness. We are gifted new life planted in us like a see, but we must coop…

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Faith or Works? Part 3: Where to Begin—Jesus or Paul? (#303) 45:11

3M ago45:11

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Greg explains that the "Romans Road," a handful of cherry-picked verses from the first half of Paul's Letter to the Romans, is the interpretive lens for man Protestants. They read the words of Jesus through this limited view of Paul. But when he began reading Paul through Jesus' Sermon on the Mount and parables, Catholicism lept of the pages. And t…

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E17: The Jubilee Year Indulgence | Pilgrims of Hope 35:32

3M ago35:32

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Submit a Question Here! What’s special about a Jubilee Year and why do I keep hearing about an indulgence? In this episode, we’ll learn what an indulgence actually is - hint: it’s not what you learned in school! We’ll also talk about the difference between plenary and partial indulgences as well as why the plenary indulgence is offered during a Jub…

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Faith or Works? Part 2: Biblical Examples (#302) 40:53

3M ago40:53

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Greg takes the tired old cliche that Catholicism is a works-based religion in which we earn our way to heaven on our own steam by looking at some Bible stories that illustrate the Catholic position. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: [email protected]…

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Faith or Works? Part 1: Bringing the Receipts (#301) 49:16

3M ago49:16

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This next installment of the Arguing with Protestants series, takes on the tired old cliche that Catholicism is a works-based religion in which we earn our way to heaven on our own steam. In this first installment of a series-within-a-series, he "brings the receipts" on what Scripture and the Catholic Church actually teaches on the issue. Support t…

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Arguing with Protestants, Part 3: Proof Texting Proves Nothing (#300) 58:39

3M ago58:39

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This is the 300th episode of the podcast, released almost to the day on the third anniversary of the show. Greg explains that so many arguments with Protestants are endless and result in frustration because Protestants play "Proof Text Poker." Catholics make the mistake of trying to play it with them rather than seeing that it's often a trap, a dis…

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Arguing with Protestants, Part 2: What Came First, the Bible or the Church? (#299) 41:44

3M ago41:44

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Protestant apologists claim that the Bible is the foundation, the beginning of the Church. Catholicism has always said the Church came first and the Bible arose from and derives its authority from the Church. So, which is it? Greg points out that Protestants make logical errors of conflation and equivocation when they confuse passages about the "Wo…

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Arguing with Protestants, Part 1: "The Early Church Wasn't Roman Catholic!" (#298) 38:37

3M ago38:37

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Protestant apologists like Wesley Huff claim that the Roman Catholic Church didn't exist in ancient times, that the early church was a sort of nondenominational, generic Christianity, a sort of proto-Protestantism. Greg responds by pointing out this involves both category (verbal sleight of hand) and factual errors, and that Catholicism is the anci…

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Finishing the Race (#297) 25:55

3M ago25:55

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Hebrews 12:1 tells us to "run with perseverance the race marked out for us." In 1 Corinthians 9:27, St. Paul said that he did works of faith lest "after I have preached to others, I myself should be disqualified." But in 2 Timothy 4:7, written from prison before his martyrdom, he declares, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I …

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88 - Hope! 31:54

4M ago31:54

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Happy 2025! Let's talk about Hope! Pope Francis has declared 2025 a jubilee year - a year of reconciliation, healing, and mercy. The theme for this jubilee year is "Pilgrims of Hope." So what does it mean to have Hope? How can we grow in Hope, even when bad things are happening? How can we be signs of Hope to others? We'll also wrap up this episode…

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What's the Greatest Thing You Can Love on This Earth? (#296) 45:34

4M ago45:34

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The author J.R.R. Tolkien was not only one of the greatest storytellers of the 20th century, he was also a devout Catholic. In a letter to his son, he described, "the one great thing to love on this earth." Greg explain what it is, and why. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.co…

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E16: Redemptive Suffering & Christian Hope 34:37

4M ago34:37

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Submit a Question Here! Many of us have grown up being told to 'offer it up' when we encounter some sort of suffering or are complaining, but what does this really mean? How can we find comfort, Hope, and Peace in the midst of pain and trials? Tune into this month's episode of Catholicism 101 and learn how to better suffer and choose the gift of Ho…

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