Who Hates Tolkien and Why? (Robert L. Kmita) 5/1/25

<p>We welcome scholar Robert L. Kmita to the show to discuss why Tolkien is hated by some, and how Tolkien's work stands apart from some other famous Christian writers. </p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://kmitalibrary.substack.com/p/tolkiens-true-love">Tolkien's True Love - by Robert Lazu Kmita</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://kmitalibrary.substack.com/">Kmita’s Library</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/0374536252">Amazon.com: The Fellowship: The Literary Lives of the Inklings</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/1685789919?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CVBCXJCSM9VWD42NFQ1C&bestFormat=true&previewDoh=1"> Tolkien's Faith: A Spiritual Biography</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/11gn37K">The Letters of J. R. R. Tolkien</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Tolkien-Fairy-Stories-Verlyn-Flieger/dp/0007582919"> Tolkien On Fairy-Stories</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: It's Time for the Truth

<p>What’s the real state of the Church today—revival or collapse, hope or delusion? Fr. Robert McTeigue uses the red pill vs. blue pill metaphor to confront hard truths, false comforts, and the call to radical fidelity. If you’re tired of denial and despair, this is your wake-up call to live the truth.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/BHIR-O4Rkhk">It's Time for the Truth</a></p>

What’s Up With Catholic Media? (Sarah Cain) 4/29/25

<p>We welcome back Sarah Cain to ask if Catholic media is different to secular news sources and if it should it be. Father and Sarah share their stories about how they found themselves working in media. Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://writings.crusadergal.com/">Homefront Crusade (Sarah Cain)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Foundations-Pillars-Nearing-Collapse/dp/B0DPLLGRSM/"> Failing Foundations: The Pillars of the West Are Nearing Collapse</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/09/20/what-will-make-people-more-likely-to-accept-the-truthiness-of-truth"> What will make people more likely to accept the “truthiness” of truth?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2019/01/23/do-we-need-a-review-of-church-teaching-on-reputation-and-slander"> Do we need a review of Church teaching on reputation and slander?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Amusing-Ourselves-Death-Discourse-Business/dp/014303653X"> Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Abuse-Language-Power-Josef-Pieper/dp/089870362X"> Abuse of Language, Abuse of Power: Pieper, Josef</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/080287889X">Caring for Words in a Culture of Lies: McEntyre, Marilyn</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: When Does Easter End? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

<p>What if the answer to the end of the Easter season wasn't a simple as Pentecost or Corpus Christi, but was somehow eternal? What if how we live ought to relate to a reality that is outside of and beyond time? And how would we live that way while acknowledging life's sufferings? Fr. McTeigue takes a closer look.</p> <p> </p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/WOLJwWpjlng">When Does Easter End?</a></p>

Did Saints Perform Abortions? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/25/25

<p>Planned Parenthood activists have begun proclaiming that saints performed abortions and that abortion was once not considered a sin by the Church. Fr. McTeigue takes apart these deceptions and sheds truth on the lies. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/didache-12503">The Didache | EWTN</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9tmOyrIlYM">Flash of Light When Human Egg is Fertilized (Video)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://files.romanroadsstatic.com/materials/romans/early-christianity/DiognetusV1-0.pdf"> Epistle to Diognetus</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholic.com/qa/did-st-thomas-aquinas-believe-ensoulment-occurred-40-or-80-days-after-conception-making-abortion"> What Did St. Thomas Aquinas Believe about "Ensoulment?" | Catholic Answers Q&A</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/has-the-church-really-changed-its-teaching-on-abortion"> Has the Church Really Changed Its Teaching on Abortion? | Catholic Answers Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://x.com/sitsio/status/1915449148146323907">Cardinal Tagle Sings on Stage</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/world/3390708/hong-kong-cardinal-pope-francis-funeral-joseph-zen/"> Hong Kong gives cardinal his passport back for Pope Francis's funeral after 2022 arrest</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

How to Get Along with (Almost) Everyone (Dr. Ray Guarendi) 4/24/25

<p>We welcome back Dr. Ray Guarendi to talk about how we can better get along with the people in our lives. What's an appropriate amount of compromise, and how do we know when to walk away?</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/How-Get-Along-Almost-Everybody/dp/168278391X"> How to Get Along with Almost Everybody</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Christ Is Risen, Now What?

<p>What if you were there at the first Easter—would you have recognized the Risen Christ? In this episode, Fr. Robert McTeague, S.J., reflects on the call that comes with the Resurrection: to believe, to proclaim, to reconcile, and to live as saints. Because He is risen, we each have a mission. Let's take a closer look.</p> <p><strong>Watch on YouTube:</strong> <a href= "https://youtu.be/uhnQo6LfJ4c">Christ Is Risen, Now What?</a></p> <p> </p>

After Easter–What’s Different? (Matt Archbold) 4/22/25

<p>We welcome back Matt Archbold to discuss what a difference Easter makes in the lives of Christians and the rest of the world. Are you changed?</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHaoiH8RlCQ">Catholic Unscripted: Interfaith idols and Catholic conversion.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FGmR4AWftk">Catholic Unscripted: Perversion and Conversion</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

A First Response to the Death of Pope Francis (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/21/25

<p>In the wake of the death of Pope Francis, Fr. McTeigue seeks three different perspectives: a Jesuit, Fr. Fessio; a pastor, Fr. Casey Jones; and a shepherd, Bishop Olson. He closes with his own thoughts about how we should focus and pray in the coming days and weeks.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_constitutions/documents/hf_jp-ii_apc_22021996_universi-dominici-gregis.html"> Universi Dominici Gregis (February 22, 1996) | John Paul II</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2016%3A18-20&version=DRA"> Matthew 16:18-20 - Bible Gateway</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://novenaprayer.com/st-catherine-of-siena-novena/">St. Catherine of Siena Novena</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://x.com/fwdiocese/status/1914340365663953093">Bishop Olson Interviewed</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Do You Really Believe He Is Risen? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.

<p>Happy Easter! In this thought-provoking reflection, Fr. McTeigue challenges us to move beyond just saying "He is risen" and to truly examine whether we live as though it's true.</p> <p><strong>Watch on YouTube:</strong> <a href= "https://youtu.be/8mK2omIQiWU">Do You Really Believe He Is Risen?</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Have You Seen the Crucified? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

<p>Most people look at a cross, but never see it. Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J., unpacks why the crucifixion should shock us, what it reveals about our wounds, and how it exposes both the horror of sin and the triumph of divine love. This isn't sentimentality. It's a wake-up call.</p> <p><strong>Watch on YouTube:</strong> <a href= "https://youtu.be/P2G6kBkFRY0">Have You Seen the Crucified?</a></p>

The Many Faces of Porn Addiction (Steve Pokorny) 4/15/25

<p>We welcome back Steve Pokorny to talk about the all-too-common struggles with porn addiction and how such media affects people's brains, especially those who are still developing. Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. </p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.freedom-coaching.net/">Freedom Coaching</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EB0TT5W?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CXPQV7HQD69CVF1B2WVX_1&bestFormat=true"> Hooked: New Science on How Casual Sex is Affecting Our Children</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/1476756651?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TDCJSS7A4BCWCYRRGQPM&bestFormat=true"> A Return to Modesty: Discovering the Lost Virtue</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/1621641236?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_4QJXM98MZZ70XAG7HZFV&bestFormat=true"> The Christian Meaning of Human Sexuality: Expanded Edition</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/0898703034?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_BDSKP8F2RZS4PPECK569&bestFormat=true"> A Brief Reader on the Virtues of the Human Heart: Pieper, Josef</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/125816082X">The Enemies Of Love: Watkin, Aelred</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

LTACL: Ready for Easter? (Probably Not) | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.

<p>Holy Week isn't just a liturgical shift—it's a call to examine our souls. Are we truly ready for Easter, or just eager for Lent to end? Fr. Robert McTeigue offers four unsettling signs we might not be ready, and what to do before it's too late.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/yz7oJESYjpA">Ready for Easter? (Probably Not)</a></p>

Books Are the New Luxury (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/11/25

<p>In today's episode of <em>Let's Talk About This</em>, Father looks at the world of reading, and the world that doesn't read. Do we lose more than we realize when we turn away from the written word and towards other mediums? Why has reading become a sign of status? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://youtu.be/A3wJcF0t0bQ">Why everyone stopped reading (YouTube)</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/080287889X?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_EATVCNMEZDN6KBKPGTK2&bestFormat=true"> Caring for Words in a Culture of Lies, 2nd ed: McEntyre, Marilyn</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/1621380041?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_RNWJ03H1Y07N08WNCYGM&bestFormat=true"> Beauty in the Word: Rethinking the Foundations of Education</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/089870183X?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_VDSWNESME9JSHQ340378&bestFormat=true"> Another Sort of Learning: Schall S.J., Fr. James V.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://hilariusbookbinder.substack.com/p/the-average-college-student-today?r=pjxvv&triedRedirect=true"> The average college student today (Scriptorium Philosophia Substack)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735705535">Midnight Maxims: Dalrymple, Theodore</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1595552057">The Quotable Chesterton: The Wit and Wisdom of G.K. Chesterton: Belmonte, Kevin</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.powerofthewordproject.com/">The Power of the Word Project</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0192896075">How Romantics and Victorians Organized Information: Commonplace Books, Scrapbooks, and Albums</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.honest-broker.com/p/the-real-crisis-in-humanities-isnt"> The Real Crisis in Humanities Isn't Happening at College</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/03/09/my-unread-books-remind-me-im-running-out-of-time-just-in-time-for-lent"> My unread books remind me I’m running out of time (just in time for Lent)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Bookseller-Florence-Manuscripts-Illuminated-Renaissance/dp/0802158528"> The Bookseller of Florence: The Story of the Manuscripts That Illuminated the Renaissance</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

It’s Not Too Late for Our Culture, Is It? (Jaspreet Singh Boparai) 4/10/25

<p>We welcome Jaspreet Singh Boparai to the show to discuss recent cultural and religious conferences in London, the decline of meaningful engagement in modern society, and the urgent need for cultivating truly transformative Catholic intellectual and artistic renewal. </p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thecritic.co.uk/prayer-and-pikachu-in-london/">Prayer and Pikachu in London | Jaspreet Singh Boparai | The Critic Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thelampmagazine.com/issues/issue-27/cristina-campo">The Lamp Magazine | Cristina Campo</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/a-brief-history-of-our-annihilation"> A Brief History of Our Annihilation - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/dTjuanS">The Unforgivable: And Other Writings by Cristina Campo </a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.touchstonemag.com/archives/article.php?id=36-02-021-v&readcode=10912"> Resistance Writer by Robert McTeigue | Touchstone: A Journal of Mere Christianity</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Who Needs the Real World?

<p>Ever felt like philosophy is disconnected from the “real world”? Fr. Robert McTeigue challenges that assumption and reveals how the true, the good, and the beautiful are more real than the chaos we’re sold.</p> <p><strong>Watch on YouTube:</strong> <a href= "https://youtu.be/f00SgP7S-ug">Who Needs the Real World?</a></p> <p> </p>

Blood Libel Against Canadian Catholics (Gary Isbell) 4/8/25

<p>We welcome Gary Isbell to shed light on the supposed mass graves at Canadian Catholic schools, and how it has now been shown that they don't exist. Churches were burned and vandalized without cause, and no apology has been given. Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.tfp.org/four-years-320-million-and-zero-bodies-the-mystery-of-the-graves-at-canadas-kamloops-school/"> Four Years, $320 Million and Zero Bodies: The Mystery of the “Graves” at Canada’s Kamloops School - The American TFP</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifesitenews.com/opinion/first-indigenous-nun-at-canadian-school-contradicts-anti-catholic-mass-grave-narrative/"> First indigenous nun at Canadian school contradicts anti-Catholic ‘mass grave’ narrative</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/06/29/are-you-guilty-of-informational-littering"> Are you guilty of informational littering?</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2019/01/23/do-we-need-a-review-of-church-teaching-on-reputation-and-slander"> Do we need a review of Church teaching on reputation and slander?</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Pray More, Pray Better, Or...?

<p>Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. challenges the common question 'How can I pray better?' and invites us to ask something deeper: 'How can I pray always?' Discover the heart of a true prayer life—and why it’s not just about set times but living in the presence of God.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/NObo6QDqWTE">Pray More, Pray Better, Or...?</a></p>

The Socially Acceptable Addiction (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/4/25

<p>In today's episode of <em>Let's Talk About This</em>, Fr. McTeigue explores how our addiction to our phones is affecting our culture, our relationships, and our souls. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Amusing-Ourselves-Death-Discourse-Business/dp/014303653X"> Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Technopoly-Surrender-Technology-Neil-Postman/dp/0679745408"> Technopoly: The Surrender of Culture to Technology</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Shallows-What-Internet-Doing-Brains/dp/0393339750"> The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains: Carr, Nicholas</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Redeemed-Vision-Setting-Pornified-Culture/dp/0999670506"> Redeemed Vision: Setting the Blind Free from the Pornified Culture</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://angeluspress.org/products/the-death-of-christian-culture">The Death Of Christian Culture - Angelus Press</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://angeluspress.org/products/restoration-of-christian-culture"> Restoration Of Christian Culture - Angelus Press</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/1585427128?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_TW64CDC5FTW077EXNA3X_1&bestFormat=true"> The Dumbest Generation: How the Digital Age Stupefies Young Americans and Jeopardizes Our Future(Or, Don 't Trust Anyone Under 30)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684512204?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_ND6EG1K6H4VF01NQ26YK&bestFormat=true"> The Dumbest Generation Grows Up: From Stupefied Youth to Dangerous Adults</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Is Catholic Music a Big Scam? (Michael Hichborn) 4/3/25

<p>We welcome back Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute to explain how so many of the hymnals at Catholic parishes are produced by companies that are not Catholic and are opposed to Church doctrine. Are the music choices at your parish undermining worship and funding the Church's enemies?</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lepantoin.org/wp/the-hymnal-industrial-complex/">The Hymnal Industrial Complex - The Lepanto Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/bOZ312Z">Sing Like a Catholic (Book)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/b0WfcSs">Why Johnny Can’t Sing Hymns: How Pop Culture Rewrote the Hymnal (Book)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.hprweb.com/2023/03/what-many-priests-no-longer-believe/"> What Many Priests No Longer Believe - Homiletic & Pastoral Review</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2015/12/09/the-problem-with-mary-did-you-know"> The Problem With “Mary Did You Know”</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newliturgicalmovement.org/2025/03/fons-et-culmen-sacred-liturgy-summit.html"> New Liturgical Movement: Fons et Culmen Sacred Liturgy Summit - July 1–4, Menlo Park, California</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://adoremus.org/2025/02/elevating-worship-christendom-college-unveils-liturgical-training-program/"> Elevating Worship: Christendom College Unveils Liturgical Training Program - Adoremus</a> </p> <p><a href= "https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/centenary-of-the-motu-proprio-tra-le-sollecitudini-8140"> Centenary of the Motu Proprio Tra Le Sollecitudini | EWTN</a> <strong id= "docs-internal-guid-9afe5259-7fff-390f-eef7-bfb668ed89dd"></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p> <p> </p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Are We Christians Stuck on Stupid?

<p>Can we try God's patience with our own stubbornness? Father Robert McTeigue confronts the painful reality of human folly, drawing from Scripture, St. John Chrysostom, and personal reflection. He challenges us to examine our hearts, heed Christ’s warnings, and recognize that rejecting divine truth leads to ruin.</p> <p><strong>Watch on YouTube:</strong> <a href= "https://youtu.be/UhiMROEFERQ">Are We Christians Stuck on Stupid?</a></p> <p> </p>

Are We Running Out of Catholics? (Eric Sammons) 4/1/25

<p>We welcome back Eric Sammons to talk about the demographic crisis that is happening in the Catholic Church, and especially in America. If the numbers show decline, why is our model not changing, and how <em>should</em> we proceed? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.padreperegrino.org/2025/03/newevang/">The “New Evangelization” Has Officially Failed. – Padre Peregrino</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://tmattingly.substack.com/p/crossroads-religion-trends-are-full"> Crossroads -- Religion trends are full of puzzles</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://catholicmissionarydisciples.com/news/12-proposals">12 Proposals For Catholic Renewal In a Post-Institution Age - Catholic Missionary Disciples - College Station, TX</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/not-even-ai-can-save-us-now">Not Even AI Can Save Us Now - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/no-church-for-young-men">No Church for Young Men - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p> <p> </p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Scandal - Catholics Getting Mary Wrong

<p>Many Catholics unknowingly misunderstand Mary, even while claiming to honor her. In this episode, Fr. McTeigue breaks down the theological errors in pop culture's portrayal of Mary—especially the song Mary, Did You Know?—and he explores what the Church actually teaches about the Immaculate Conception, Incarnation, and Assumption.</p> <p><strong>Watch on YouTube instead:</strong>  <a href= "https://youtu.be/hi6rHDgUZ-U">Scandal: Catholics Getting Mary Wrong</a></p>

Sin Makes Us Stupid (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/28/25

<p dir="ltr">In today's episode of Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue explores the effect of sin on our lives, as well as the connection between sin and pain. He instructs listeners in the different ways that they can learn to resist sinful habits. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/American-Antigone-Matthew-Archbold/dp/1725282720"> American Antigone: Archbold, Matthew - Books</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/06/22/i-confessed-but-then-i-sinned-again"> Why Do You Repeat Your Sins?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/02/17/why-do-we-lie-to-ourselves">Why do we lie to ourselves?</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2021/10/08/how-to-unite-mind-soul-and-body-against-sin"> How to unite mind, soul, and body against sin</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2021/08/28/advice-from-an-aging-repentant-sinner"> Advice from an aging, repentant sinner</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://allpoetry.com/Pain--has-an-Element-of-Blank--">Pain--has an Element of Blank-- by Emily Dickinson</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Whatever Happened to Christian England? (John Rist) 3/27/25

<p>We welcome scholar John Rist to the show, who explains where and when England began to turn its back against Christianity. He makes the compelling argument that Catholics and even clergy are failing today to defend the Faith, because they have not learned how. </p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ncregister.com/interview/england-s-decline-began-with-the-reformation"> Prominent English Scholar Says His Country’s Decline Began With the Reformation</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ncregister.com/news/our-ladys-dowry-englands-decline-catholic-faith-revival"> England’s Decline: As ‘Our Lady’s Dowry’ Wanes, Is the Catholic Faith Set for a Revival?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/a-brief-history-of-our-annihilation"> A Brief History of Our Annihilation (Fr. McTeigue) - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Peter, Judas, and the Eucharist

<p>Why is there a Saint Peter but not a Saint Judas, when both were apostles who betrayed Christ? Father Robert McTague explores the difference between repentance and despair, linking it to the Eucharist and the necessity of the papacy. He invites all Christians to embrace the fullness of the faith, where the Church, the sacraments, and the Real Presence of Christ sustain us on our journey home.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/wvSmBxduOcE">Peter, Judas, and the Eucharist</a></p>

Will A.I. Dehumanize Us? (Rob Marco) 3/25/25

<p>We welcome Rob Marco to discuss the effects of artificial intelligence on our lives. In all of the focus on what we can gain from this technology, might we pause to consider what we lose? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/humans-humanity">Humans > Humanity - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Amusing-Ourselves-Death-Discourse-Business/dp/014303653X/"> Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Why-Matter-Matters-Philosophical-Reflections/dp/1931709343"> Why Matter Matters: Philosophical and Scriptural Reflections on the Sacraments</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p> <p> </p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Finding Our Way in the Dark

<p>We all experience spiritual desolation, those times when we feel like we are alone in darkness. Using Ignatian spirituality, Fr. McTeigue can help us to find our way back towards the light.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/Vc3uc2qDCxU">Finding Our Way in the Dark</a></p>

Can We Be Good Without God? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/21/25

<p>In today's episode of Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue analyzes the history of those who have created worldviews and ideologies that exclude God while attempting to enact a utopian vision. He also scrutinizes some contemporary advocates of such policies, and shows exactly where their arguments fall apart. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass. </p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/iKbBpeC">Can we be Good without God? On the Political Meaning of Christianity</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/31J0XPs">Liberty: Rethinking an Imperiled Ideal</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/9vRCrOr">Against Fate: An Essay on Personal Dignity</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/fUkLfXZ">Pagan America: The Decline of Christianity and the Dark Age to Come</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://x.com/CatholicVote/status/1902127567001317519">Kansas City lawsuit over stolen Host</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/3-year-old-is-hero-for-braving-the-dark-to-help-great-grandma-after-bloody-fall-yay-i-did-it/"> 3-year-old is Hero for Braving the Dark to Help Great-Grandma After Bloody Fall: ‘Yay, I did it!’</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thepostmillennial.com/wa-superintendent-threatens-to-cut-funds-for-district-that-vows-to-tell-parents-about-students-gender-identity"> WA superintendent threatens to cut funds for district that vows to tell parents about students’ gender identity | The Post Millennial | thepostmillennial.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/uk-unhappiest-world-ranking-why-3593703"> UK drops to its unhappiest world ranking to date – here's why</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p>

A Pastor Looks at Lent (Fr. Casey Jones) 3/20/25

<p>We welcome back Fr. Casey Jones to explore how a pastor uniquely views Lent, and what mistakes he sees his congregation making with some Lenten practices. He even shares his line-up of how <em>not</em> to make a good confession. </p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p><a href= "https://bulldogcatholic.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/a-detailed-catholic-examination-of-conscience-2nd-ed-updated.pdf"> A Detailed Catholic Examination of Conscience</a></p> <p> </p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: This Lent—Fast Like an Italian!

<p>Do you struggle to fast during Lent, or with penances more broadly? Fr. Robert McTeigue takes a closer look at the fasting of Lent, and how we should re-evaluate our understanding of the practice. We can learn a surprising amount about love, food, and sacrifice from the Italians.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href= "https://youtu.be/0vBImoMOAoU">This Lent—Fast Like an Italian!</a></p> <p> </p>

Christendom's Autopsy (Dr. James R. Wood) 3/18/25

<p>We welcome Dr. James Wood to discuss the cultural changes in regards to the acceptance of Christianity and religiosity more broadly. These are strange times for Christendom. Father finishes with timely thoughts.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.aaronrenn.com/p/christendoms-autopsy">Christendom's Autopsy - by James Wood - Aaron Renn</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310155150?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_JWYJHF4KZCQEE5DV9P72&bestFormat=true"> Life in the Negative World: Confronting Challenges in an Anti-Christian Culture: Renn, Aaron M.: 9780310155157</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/a-brief-history-of-our-annihilation"> A Brief History of Our Annihilation - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newoxfordreview.org/documents/christians-at-the-end-of-the-pax-americana/"> Christians at the End of the Pax Americana | New Oxford Review</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Benedict-Option-Strategy-Christians-Post-Christian/dp/0735213305/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1"> The Benedict Option: A Strategy for Christians in a Post-Christian Nation</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0674986911/">A Secular Age: Taylor, Charles - Books</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Cube-Cathedral-George-Weigel/dp/0465092683/ref=sr_1_1"> The Cube and the Cathedral: Europe, America, and Politics Without God: Weigel, George</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1573830429">Can we be Good without God? On the Political Meaning of Christianity: Tinder, Glenn</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Can a Word Heal Ireland?

<p>On St. Patrick's Day, plenty of Irish Americans have their own ideas about how to best celebrate, but modern day Ireland is in trouble. St. Patrick worked for its conversion, and today, we need to continue that mission.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href= "https://youtu.be/C5poyM30gyc">Can a Word Heal Ireland?</a></p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p><a title="The Prophecies of St. Patrick for the End Times" href= "https://youtu.be/Bws5Ck2x3uM">https://youtu.be/Bws5Ck2x3uM</a></p> <p> </p>

Loneliness, Solitude, Isolation—What’s the Difference? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/14/25

<p>If we cannot distinguish between loneliness, solitude, and isolation, we will not be able to fight against what can be a crippling source of pain. We live in a fallen world, and we must know how to identify what is merely normal human emotion, as well as lies from the Devil. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Life-Solitude-Finding-Francisco-Palau/dp/B0CZDMBD1L/ref=sr_1_3?sr=8-3"> The Life of Solitude: Finding God in the Solitude of Francisco Palau</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/02/10/the-cure-for-loneliness-the-world-wont-tell-you-about"> The cure for loneliness the world won’t tell you about</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/02/17/the-loneliness-of-lent">The Loneliness of Lent</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/6m7wQoA">Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.artofmanliness.com/people/social-skills/the-importance-of-developing-and-maintaining-your-social-fitness/"> The Importance of Developing and Maintaining Your Social Fitness</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://allpoetry.com/Pain--has-an-Element-of-Blank--">Poem: Pain has an Element of Blank</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

American Priorities in the Middle East (Darrick Taylor) 3/13/25

<p>We welcome back Dr. Darrick Taylor to explore American relations with Israel and the Middle East. Then looking at America, can we rejoice that the age of liberalism is coming to an end, or are we just living in a new iteration of it?</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/america-first-does-not-mean-unlimited-support-for-israel"> “America First” Does Not Mean Unlimited Support for Israel - Crisis Magazine</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/reports-of-liberalisms-demise-are-greatly-exaggerated"> Reports of Liberalism’s Demise Are Greatly Exaggerated - Crisis Magazine</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://corbettreport.com/the-secret-history-of-hamas/">The Secret History of Hamas | The Corbett Report</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCO0_mqg1d0&t=1s">IVF: Mr. President—You're Wrong. Call Me. | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Here's Goliath! Where's David? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.

<p>Lent is easy for people to get wrong. What is the most important question to ask yourself to begin Lent well? If you don't know, and if your focus is wrong, you will do more harm than good in this season. Fr. McTeigue takes a closer look. </p> <p>Watch on YouTube:  <a href= "https://youtu.be/N62DsYc9lRU">Here's Goliath! Where's David?</a></p>

The Case Against IVF (Stacy Trasancos) 3/11/25

<p>We welcome Stacy Trasancos to discuss IVF, examining both the biological and moral flaws. Father and Stacy explore alternatives for women and whether IVF is merely the lazy choice for doctors. Father finishes with timely thoughts.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/catholics-first-and-final-defense-against-ivf"> Catholics: First and Final Defense Against IVF - Crisis Magazine</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCO0_mqg1d0&list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb&index=2&t=53s"> IVF: Mr. President—You're Wrong. Call Me. | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ncbcenter.org/making-sense-of-bioethics-cms/column-162-gene-edited-babies-and-the-runaway-train-of-ivf"> Making Sense of Bioethics: Column 162: Gene-Edited Babies and the Runaway Train of IVF</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholichealthli.org/locations/gianna-center-womens-health-fertility-manhattan"> Gianna Center (Women's Health Fertility in Manhatttan)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://naprotechnology.com/">NaPro Technology</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://naturalwomanhood.org/topic/restorative-reproductive-medicine-rrm/"> Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM) - Natural Womanhood</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/eBXv3Zr">IVF is Not the Way: The False Promises of Artificial Procreation</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/hXosGiS">Particles of Faith: A Catholic Guide to Navigating Science</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://youtu.be/iNI9fCqi4b4">Why In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Is Evil</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Why They Won't Leave Us Alone

<p>Totalitarians refuse to simply leave Christians alone, to let them live and worship in peace. Have you ever wondered why? Father McTeigue takes a closer look.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/AIFlafFPtdA">Why They Won't Leave Us Alone</a></p>

Is It 1943 Again? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/7/25

<p>Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. takes on this week's <em>Let’s Talk About This</em> by comparing the time that we are in now with a prior year in which so much change was taking place. Can we use the mistakes of the past to forge a better future? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/2grNgD4">The Year of Our Lord 1943: Christian Humanism in an Age of Crisis</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.onmywalk.com/book-reviews-blog/year-of-our-lord-1943">The Year Of Our Lord 1943 (Book Review)</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/year-lord-1943/">What 2018 Can Learn from 1943</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Return-Strong-Gods-Nationalism-Populism/dp/1621578003"> Return of the Strong Gods</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2015/07/21/worship-in-a-time-of-war">Worship in a Time of War</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Can Anyone Afford Feminism? (W.M. Briggs) 3/6/25

<p>We welcome William M. Briggs, known as Statistician to the Stars, to talk about feminism in the workplace and academia, as well as what the data can really show us. He explores the victim mindset and how we have built institutions around perceived oppression.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thepostmillennial.com/us-atty-ed-martin-demands-georgetown-law-school-answer-for-dei-in-curriculum-hiring-and-programs?utm_campaign=64483#google_vignette"> US Atty Ed Martin Tells Georgetown Law the DOJ will reject any applicant for a fellowship or internship program from a school with DEI programs | The Post Millennial</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.wmbriggs.com/post/55338/">“Feminism Is A Disease Of The Rich” – William M. Briggs</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://ia801007.us.archive.org/5/items/JobForTheGirls/Job%20for%20the%20Girls.pdf"> Jobs for the Girls (PDF)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1995/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_29061995_women.html"> Letter to Women (June 29, 1995) | John Paul II</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ncregister.com/commentaries/st-john-paul-ii-s-letter-to-women-at-25-feminine-genius-affirmed"> St. John Paul II’s ‘Letter to Women’ at 25: ‘Feminine Genius’ Affirmed| National Catholic Register</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/7Z8r2nx">Everything You Believe Is Wrong by William M Briggs</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/5FolLGt">The Church and the Culture War by Joyce A. Little</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/59qib7D">Ungodly Rage: The Hidden Face of Catholic Feminism by Donna Steichen</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: Questioning Lent

<p>Lent is easy for people to get wrong. What is the most important question to ask yourself to begin Lent well? If you don't know, and if your focus is wrong, you will do more harm than good in this season. Fr. McTeigue takes a closer look. </p> <p>Watch on YouTube:  <a href= "https://youtu.be/wC7vxm7kdcc">Questioning Lent</a></p>

Are You Down to Your Last Lent? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/4/25

<p>Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. presents a pre-Lenten special, so that listeners might be ready to embrace this penitential season, and draw closer to Christ.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/02/10/do-we-really-need-another-lent">Do We Really Need Another Lent?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/02/24/lent-because-were-running-out-of-time-and-into-eternity"> Lent: Because we’re running out of time and into eternity</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/26593/alligator-ok-to-eat-on-lenten-fridays-archbishop-clarifies"> Alligator OK to eat on Lenten Fridays, archbishop clarifies | Catholic News Agency</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://marian.org/mary/prayers/chaplet-of-the-seven-sorrows">The Chaplet of the Seven Sorrows | Marians of the Immaculate Conception</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://x.com/CardinalDolan/status/1895498566657053160">Cardinal Dolan Compares Catholic Fasting to Ramadan</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take a Closer Look: IVF: Mr. President—You're Wrong. Call Me.

<p>IVF is presented as the opposite of abortion—a pro-life measure to bring more children into the world. Yet, if we take a closer look, that's not quite right.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube:  <a href= "https://youtu.be/fCO0_mqg1d0">IVF: Mr. President—You're Wrong. Call Me.</a></p>

No More First World Problems? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/28/25

<p>Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. takes on this week's <em>Let’s Talk About This</em> by discussing how our modern lives and the over-use of technology can keep us from a right relationship with God. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://amgreatness.com/2025/02/27/apple-addresses-iphone-dictation-glitch-that-auto-fills-trump-instead-of-racist/"> Apple Addresses iPhone Dictation Glitch that Auto-Fills ‘Trump’ Instead of ‘Racist’ › American Greatness</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://firstthings.com/the-cross-and-the-machine/">The Cross and the Machine - First Things</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/dhkD86b">The World-Ending Fire: The Essential</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://paulkingsnorth.substack.com/">The Abbey of Misrule</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.theminimalists.com/">The Minimalists</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://dl.bookfunnel.com/xac8b9ub5e">Get your FREE copy of Return to Order: From a Frenzied Economy to an Organic Christian Society</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20John%202%3A14-17&version=NRSVCE"> 1 John 2:14-17</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030225.cfm">Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time | USCCB</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://x.com/ABSCBNNews/status/1895018596151239151">The</a> <a href= "https://x.com/ABSCBNNews/status/1895018596151239151">Pope's Status Update</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Canon Law and Immigration (Fr. Gerald Murray) 2/27/25

<p>We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray to discuss recent pronouncements from the Vatican about immigration, in light of canon law and the tradition of the Church. </p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/letters/2025/documents/20250210-lettera-vescovi-usa.html"> Letter of the Holy Father to the Bishops of the United States of America (10 February 2025) | Francis</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thefederalist.com/2025/02/24/vatican-thinks-charity-means-championing-democrat-causes-and-taking-money-to-flout-immigration-laws/"> Vatican Thinks 'Charity' Means Championing Democrat Causes</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://studiomatters.com/catholic-charities-insurrection-as-charity"> Catholic Charities: Insurrection As Charity » Maureen Mullarkey</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slp6L4zjR-U"><span data-rich-links="{"fple-t":"Pastor Doug Wilson — Christians and Immigration","fple-u":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slp6L4zjR-U","fple-mt":null,"type":"first-party-link"}"> Pastor Doug Wilson — Christians and Immigration</span></a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.city-journal.org/article/trump-department-of-health-and-human-services-medicaid-waivers-illegal-immigrants"> Trump Should End Medicaid for Illegal Immigrants</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.usccb.org/news/2025/lent-compare-your-life-migrants-pope-says"> This Lent, compare your life to a migrant's, pope says | USCCB</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: Do We Need to Talk about Silence?

<p>Why does there seem to be a manufactured arrangement against periods of silence at Mass? Is this the way it's supposed to be? Let's take a closer look.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/xrdRncEQNE8">Do We Need to Talk about Silence?</a></p>

Bible Questions Answered (Steve Ray) 2/25/25

<p>We welcome back Steve Ray to answer viewer questions about the Bible, from the Earth's creation in 6 days to who were Magi were. Father finishes with timely thoughts.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://catholicconvert.com/">Steve Ray's Website: Defenders of the Catholic Faith</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.footprintsofgodpilgrimages.com/">Steve Ray's Pilgrimage Website: Footprints of God Pilgrimages</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.steveraysstore.com/books/">Steve Ray's Store: Books</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.steveraysstore.com/audio/">Steve Ray's Store: Audio</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.steveraysstore.com/dvds/">Steve Ray's Store: DVDs</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://catholicconvert.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/StonesCryOut.pdf"> Truth Written in Stone: The Apologetics of Archaeology</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/kings-shepherds-and-the-gospels"> Kings, Shepherds, and the Gospels | Catholic Answers Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/29652838">Rediscovering the Book of Genesis (Steve Ray) 1/25/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.steveraysstore.com/genesis-a-bible-study-guide-and-commentary-signed-by-author/"> Genesis: A Bible Study Guide and Commentary | Steve Ray</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.steveraysstore.com/st-johns-gospel-a-bible-study-guide-commentary-signed/"> St. John's Gospel: A Bible Study Guide & Commentary | Steve Ray</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/33573477">Six Biblical Myths Debunked (Steve Ray) 10/22/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://catholic-study-bible.com/">Ignatius Catholic Study Bible</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2018/10/24/3-steps-to-praying-the-psalms-and-finding-hope-in-our-darkness"> 3 Steps to praying the Psalms, and finding hope in our darkness</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/01/27/how-to-get-more-than-you-expect-from-praying-the-psalms"> How to get more than you expect from praying the Psalms</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: Have You Quiet Quit on God?

<p>Are you just going through the motions while your mind is elsewhere and focused on more worldly matters? Let us all have an examination of conscience about how we think about God, how we pray, and how we serve the Church.</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p>Watch on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/dCstB0kzn7c">Have You Quiet Quit on God?</a></p>

Ask Father Mailbag #7 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/21/25

<p>Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. opens up the mailbag in this edition of Let’s Talk About This, answering listener questions for the first three segments of the show before finishing with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Creation-Aquinas-Lecture/dp/0874621496"> The Gift: Creation by Kenneth Schmitz</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://sacredstory.net/programs/whole-life-confession-2/">Sacred Story Whole Life Confession</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://ascensionpress.com/pages/novena-to-our-lady-undoer-of-knots"> Undoer of Knots</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/History-Philosophy-Vols-Frederick-Copleston/dp/0826469485"> Frederick Coplestone S.J. History of Philosophy Series</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Philosophy-Compendium-Philosophers-Theologians/dp/1620323087"> Elements of Philosophy by William Wallace</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Foundations-Pillars-Nearing-Collapse/dp/B0DPLLGRSM/"> Failing Foundations by Sarah Cain</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVc9G36uxPc">Dies Irae on YouTube</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Treatise-Happiness-Notre-Great-Books/dp/0268018499"> Aquinas Treatise on Happiness</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Tough Talk About Culture (John Horvat II) 2/20/25

<p>John Horvat joins the show to talk about the good, the true, and the beautiful, and how our society has abandoned these pillars. How might we reinsert them back into the lives of our children, and build a truly Catholic culture?</p> <p><strong>Show Notes</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2024/12/problem-banana-wall-john-horvat.html"> The Problem Is the Banana on the Wall</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2025/01/making-sense-childless-childish-age-john-horvat.html"> Making Sense Out of Our Childless & Childish Age</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://studiomatters.com/luce-mascot-of-vatican-surrender-to-pop-culture"> Luce: Mascot of Vatican Surrender to Pop Culture</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://studiomatters.com/jubilee-2025-luce-tokidoki-brand-management"> Jubilee 2025: Luce, Tokidoki, & Brand Management</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/5uwgfL2">In Tune With The World: A Theory of Festivity - Josef Pieper</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://youtu.be/Z_iuB-fdQEA">Let’s Take A Closer Look: Father, Truth Is Divisive!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://angeluspress.org/products/the-death-of-christian-culture">The Death Of Christian Culture - Angelus Press</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://angeluspress.org/products/restoration-of-christian-culture"> Restoration Of Christian Culture - Angelus Press</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://tfpstudentaction.org/get-involved/call-to-chivalry-camps/summer-camp-for-catholic-boys-about-chivalry"> “What Can a Room Full of Boys at a Chivalry Camp Do in Today’s World?” - TFP Student Action</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://tfpstudentaction.org/call-to-chivalry-camps">Call to Chivalry Camps - TFP Student Action</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: Are You Guilty of This?

<p>The fallacy of explaining something clearly and expecting people to understand and accept what you say is fraught with disaster. Following St. Bernadette's example, we can avoid this pitfall.</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-9d2e2d94-7fff-3a60-757f-58228910b31c"><a href= "https://youtu.be/lMRQMXZOWGU">Let’s Take A Closer Look: Are You Guilty of This?</a></strong></p>

Goodbye to DEI? (Fr. John Perricone) 2/18/25

<p dir="ltr">We welcome back Fr. John Perricone, professor of philosophy at Iona College in New Rochelle, NY, as Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J., talks about the demise of DEI. What would a real Catholic education look like if there were no DEI? Father also finishes with timely thoughts.</p> <p dir="ltr">Show Notes:</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/rip-dei-the-end-of-our-captivity"> RIP, DEI: The End of Our Captivity - Crisis Magazine</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/0v1RswG">In Tune With The World (Book)</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/czHJ7ar">The Reconstruction of the Republic (Book)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thepostmillennial.com/dept-of-education-warns-states-to-eliminate-dei-policies-in-public-schools-or-lose-federal-funding?utm_campaign=64483"> Dept of Education warns states to eliminate DEI policies in public schools or lose federal funding — Post Millennial</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: Good Preaching is Like Mortal Sin

<p>How could it be that the fundamental elements of mortal sin and good preaching would be the same?</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-9d2e2d94-7fff-3a60-757f-58228910b31c"><a href= "https://youtu.be/CBdL_aEDUz8">Let’s Take A Closer Look: Good Preaching is Like Mortal Sin</a></strong></p>

Why Won’t We Help Our Children to Be Holy? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/14/25

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses raising mature disciples of Christ. Can we offer our children an example better than flowchart theology at St. Typical's? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter-thread.com/t/1887792615908692104">Dancing Teenagers around Relics of St. Maria Goretti</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/06/21/parenting-in-the-pop-culture-preparing-our-children-for-heaven-or-hell"> Parenting and Pop Culture - Aleteia</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/05/10/what-are-we-preparing-our-children-for-if-not-how-to-face-difficulty"> What are we preparing our children for, if not how to face difficulty?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/11/01/have-we-surrendered-our-kids-to-the-popular-culture"> Have we surrendered our kids to the popular culture - Aleteia</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/dance-in-the-liturgy-2167"> Dance in the Liturgy | EWTN</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/7t7743o">Reaching Out Without Dumbing Down: A Theology of Worship for This Urgent Time by Marva J. Dawn</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://catholic-study-bible.com/">Ignatius Catholic Study Bible</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://isidore.co/aquinas/CAMatthew.htm">Thomas Aquinas: Catena Aurea - Matthew: Latin & English</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://isidore.co/aquinas/CAMark.htm">Thomas Aquinas: Catena Aurea - Mark: Latin & English</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://isidore.co/aquinas/CALuke.htm">Thomas Aquinas: Catena Aurea - Luke: Latin & English</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://isidore.co/aquinas/CAJohn.htm">Thomas Aquinas: Catena Aurea - John: Latin & English</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Poverty: It’s Where the Money Is (Michael Hichborn) 2/13/25

<p>We welcome back Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute to discuss ideological colonialism, DOGE, and the untold history of USAID. Was USAID really immoral from its very beginning?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lepantoin.org/wp/a-question-of-charity/">A Question of Charity - The Lepanto Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/COMPS-1071/uslm/COMPS-1071.xml"> The Foreign Assistance Act of 1961</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter-thread.com/t/1859674829630341122">Federal government agencies are using, on average, just 12% of the space in their DC headquarters...</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://archive.ph/vVU9m">Nearly 90% of Feds’ Office Space in D.C. Going to Waste, Government Report Finds</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter-thread.com/t/1889440912482435090">Is it fair to ask: why does an American President upholding American law precipitate a ‘major crisis’?</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://europeanconservative.com/articles/commentary/trumps-ngo-apocalypse/"> Trump’s NGO Apocalypse ━ The European Conservative</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/motu_proprio/documents/hf_ben-xvi_motu-proprio_20121111_caritas.html"> Apostolic Letter issued "Motu Proprio" Intima Ecclesiae natura on the Service of Charity (11 November 2012) | BENEDICT XVI</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/35182465">Catholic Clarity about Charity (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 2/6/25</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.povertyinc.org/">Poverty, Inc.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/0JveC6w">Ministry or Apostolate?: What Should the Catholic Laity Be Doing - Russell Shaw</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: Magic and Martyrs

<p>How did martyrs do it? Grace is not magic, nor does it happen by chance.</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-9d2e2d94-7fff-3a60-757f-58228910b31c"><a href= "https://youtu.be/aYjZt-aWI9A">Let’s Take A Closer Look: Magic and Martyrs</a></strong></p>

Is Everything Fake? (Matt Archbold) 2/11/25

<p>We welcome back Matt Archbold of Creative Minority Report to discuss DOGE, grift, and restoring sanity to women's sports. What are we to make of the response of those in government who prefer to both work and spend in secret? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://townhall.com/tipsheet/katiepavlich/2025/02/10/doge-vs-fema-is-here-n2651955"> DOGE vs. FEMA Is Here</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thefp.com/p/american-educators-lowering-cut-scores-declining-standards-reading-math"> How American Educators Are Conning Kids - by Frannie Block</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://nypost.com/2025/02/10/us-news/trump-mass-fires-military-academies-board-of-visitors-in-purge-of-woke-leftist-ideologues/"> Trump mass-fires military academies' 'boards of visitors' in purge of 'woke leftist ideologues'</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thefederalist.com/2025/02/10/media-should-investigate-federal-waste-instead-of-the-people-uncovering-it/"> Media Should Investigate Federal Waste Instead Of The People Uncovering It</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.politico.com/news/2025/02/07/house-democrats-denied-entry-education-department-00203123"> House Democrats denied entry into Education Department - POLITICO</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/letters/2025/documents/20250210-lettera-vescovi-usa.html#_ftn2"> Letter of the Holy Father to the Bishops of the United States of America (10 February 2025) | Francis</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.usccb.org/news/2025/pope-francis-accepts-resignation-archbishop-allen-vigneron-archdiocese-detroit-appoints"> Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Archbishop Allen Vigneron of the Archdiocese of Detroit; Appoints Bishop Edward Weisenburger as Successor | USCCB</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://religionnews.com/2018/06/13/catholic-bishops-rebuke-trumps-asylum-changes-suggest-policy-is-a-life-issue/"> Catholic bishops rebuke Trump’s asylum changes, suggest ‘canonical penalties’</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take a Closer Look: Don’t Fix the Mass

<p>What if you are at Mass and the priest says, "In the name of the creator, the redeemer, and the sanctifier."  What would you do?</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-09d2cb68-7fff-d41b-cfba-08709ef82090"><a href= "https://youtu.be/ZtSfNKuhIqk">Let’s Take a Closer Look: Don’t Fix the Mass</a></strong></p>

What Does IVF Do to Our Souls? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/7/25

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses IVF and the horrific practice of having frozen embryos turned into jewelry. How did we get to the point where we not only celebrate, but sentimentalize our sin? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-horror-of-human-embryo-jewelry"> The Horror of Human Embryo Jewelry | Desiring God</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.revivejewelry.com/collections/custom-fertility-jewelry"> IVF Embryo Jewelry, Custom Fertility Jewelry</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.revivejewelry.com/pages/custom-fertility-jewelry">About Embryo Jewelry, Custom Fertility Jewelry – Revive Jewelry</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/27424593">Selling Embryos & Making A Killing (Dr. Tara Sander Lee) 7/10/23</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/30937193">Human Fertility and Current Controversies (Fr. Tadeusz Pacholczyk) 4/22/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/32489447">A Fresh Look at IVF (Sister Renée Mirkes) 8/7/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.chsli.org/gianna-center">The Gianna Center | Catholic Health</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://popepaulvi.com/">Pope Paul VI Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://popepaulvi.com/ethics/">Contact the Center for NaProEthics – Pope Paul VI Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://archive.org/details/biotechnologyass0000dema">Biotechnology and the Assault on Parenthood: Donald DeMarco | Internet Archive</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/a-brief-history-of-our-annihilation"> A Brief History of Our Annihilation - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://universalis.com/CFID=3900607&CFTOKEN=24329909/20250206/readings.htm"> Universalis: Office of Readings Saints Paul Miki and his Companions, Martyrs</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Catholic Clarity about Charity (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 2/6/25

<p>We welcome back Dr. Michael Pakaluk of the Catholic University of America to discuss the corruption of the virtue of Charity, synodality, and the role of the laity in ordering secular affairs through his latest article in The Catholic Thing. Why do many Bishops defy the roles laid out by Vatican II?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thecatholicthing.org/2025/01/30/lay-responsibilities-and-the-order-of-charity/"> Lay Responsibilities and the Order of Charity - The Catholic Thing</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.compactmag.com/article/jd-vance-is-right-about-the-ordo-amoris/"> JD Vance is Right About the ‘Ordo Amoris’ | Compact</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thecatholicthing.org/2013/07/29/why-the-catholic-bishops-are-wrong-on-immigration/"> Why the Catholic Bishops Are Wrong on Immigration</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://usdebtclock.org/">U.S. Debt Clock</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/usccb-collects-money-for-immigration-services-but-never-for-pro-life-activities-michael-hichborn/"> USCCB collects money for 'immigration services' but never for 'pro-life activities': Michael Hichborn - LifeSite</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/billions-in-blood-money">Billions in Blood Money - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/0JveC6w">Ministry or Apostolate?: What Should the Catholic Laity Be Doing - Russell Shaw</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19641121_lumen-gentium_en.html"> Lumen Gentium: Dogmatic Constitution on the Church</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.povertyinc.org/">Poverty, Inc.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: When Did You First Suspect...?

<p>When was the first time you began to suspect there's REALLY something wrong with the world? What have you done with that suspicion?</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-7959eb51-7fff-938d-02d0-653f206d5456"><a href= "https://youtu.be/cvPAWrbTUFc">Let’s Take A Closer Look: When Did You First Suspect...?</a></strong></p> <p><strong><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-eed79249-7fff-c676-c494-9ac793208dc3"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></strong></strong></p>

America’s New Relationship With the World (Stefano Gennarini) 2/4/25

<p>We welcome back Stefano Gennarini of C-Fam to discuss recent changes in United States foreign policy, abuses of international aid, and national sovereignty. Might the country be moving closer towards a core element of Catholic Social Teaching: subsidiarity? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.zerohedge.com/political/how-trumps-dismantling-usaid-marks-seismic-historic-shift-americas-role-world"> How Trump's Dismantling Of USAID Marks A Seismic, Historic Shift In America's Role In The World | ZeroHedge</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.oann.com/newsroom/usaid-d-c-headquarters-closed-to-staff-after-musk-declares-agency-shutdown-with-trumps-approval/"> USAID D.C. Headquarters Closed To Staff After Musk Declares Agency Shutdown With Trump’s Approval – One America News Network</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thepostmillennial.com/dhs-official-confirms-dept-will-defy-kristi-noem-if-they-dont-agree-with-her-priorities-omg"> DHS official confirms dept will defy Kristi Noem if they ‘don’t agree with’ her priorities: OMG</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://c-fam.org/friday_fax/breaking-news-trump-announces-vast-pro-life-policies/"> BREAKING NEWS: Trump Announces Vast Pro-Life Policies - C-Fam</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://pjmedia.com/vodkapundit/2025/02/03/the-dirty-truth-behind-bill-kristols-money-n4936617"> The Dirty Truth Behind Bill Kristol's 'Private' Funding – PJ Media</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://c-fam.org/friday_fax/trump-eradicates-gender-ideology-on-week-one/"> Trump Eradicates Gender Ideology on Week One - C-Fam</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/withdrawing-the-united-states-from-the-worldhealth-organization/"> Withdrawing The United States From The World Health Organization – The White House</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/23251595">World Health Organization: Friend or Foe? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 5/27/22</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/30022073">The World Health Organization Doesn’t Like You (Dr. Rebecca Oas) 2/19/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/33984892">Contradictions from the UN? (Dr. Rebecca Oas) 11/18/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/02/03/elon-musk-confirms-trump-admin-shutting-down-pro-abortion-usaid/"> Elon Musk Confirms Trump Admin Shutting Down Pro-Abortion USAID - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter-thread.com/t/1886153794645364781">Tiktok influencer and activist from Uganda thanks the U.S. for ending USAID aid....</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://usdebtclock.org/">U.S. Debt Clock</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: Father, Truth Is Divisive!

<p>How are we to respond to those who claim that there are "more important things to do" besides serving the Truth? Can such moral relativism ever be the "pastoral approach"?</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p><a href="https://youtu.be/Z_iuB-fdQEA">Let’s Take A Closer Look: Father, Truth Is Divisive!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

The Cult of the Machine (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/31/25

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses cooperation with the living God, the power of nature, and the modern idolatry of technology. Are we the masters or the servants of the tools that we have created? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://firstthings.com/the-cross-and-the-machine/">The Cross and the Machine | First Things</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.paulkingsnorth.net/">Paul Kingsnorth</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://youtu.be/YuH21qAYLok">Episode 9: Against Paul Kingsnorth</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/technology-is-not-neutral">Technology Is Not Neutral - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> <a href="https://a.co/d/fs8wOEx">Analog Hunger in a Digital World: Confronting Today's Identity Crisis</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> <a href="https://a.co/d/3Yteiix">The World-Ending Fire: The Essential Wendell Berry</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> <a href="https://a.co/d/fXcRlyi">Bright Green Lies: How the Environmental Movement Lost Its Way and What We Can Do About It</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.breakpoint.org/gerald-gardner-and-the-origins-of-wicca-emerging-worldviews-21/"> Gerald Gardner and the Origins of Wicca: Emerging Worldviews 21 - Breakpoint</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064177/">Colossus: The Forbin Project (1970) - IMDb</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://archive.org/details/colossus-the-forbin-project-1970">Colossus The Forbin Project (1970)</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Practice-Presence-God-Brother-Lawrence/dp/0883681056/"> The Practice of the Presence of God: Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/montana-kills-bill-to-jail-priests-for-5-years-for-not-revealing-what-they-hear-in-counseling/"> Montana kills bill to jail priests for 5 years for not revealing what they hear in counseling - LifeSite</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/29/worlds-most-premature-baby-ever-born-at-21-weeks-celebrates-his-4th-birthday/"> World’s Most Premature Baby Ever, Born at 21 Weeks, Celebrates His 4th Birthday</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

New Rules for Transgenderism? (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 1/30/25

<p>We welcome back Dr. Jennifer Morse of the Ruth Institute to discuss the recent Executive Order regarding gender ideology. What is the right way to respond to body dysmorphia, and what are the ramifications of returning discourse at all levels to biological reality?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://ruthinstitute.org/">Ruth Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://ruthinstitute.org/resource-centers/parent-resources/">Parent Resources – Ruth Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://ruthinstitute.org/references/">References, Sources, and Citations – Ruth Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXedEKoKXeY">Mom, I think I'm gay. Dad I think I'm trans. — How to Respond | Ruth Institute</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/defending-women-from-gender-ideology-extremism-and-restoring-biological-truth-to-the-federal-government/"> Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism And Restoring Biological Truth To The Federal Government – The White House</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.bizpacreview.com/2025/01/29/trumps-education-department-probes-blue-state-school-for-turning-girls-bathroom-into-all-gender-space-1519363/"> Trump’s education department probes blue state school for turning girls’ bathroom into ‘all-gender’ space</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.osvnews.com/trump-signs-executive-order-to-prohibit-gender-transition-procedures-for-minors/"> Trump signs executive order to prohibit gender transition procedures for minors - OSV News</a></p> <p dir="ltr"> <a href= "https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/01/transgender-inmate-sues-trump-administration-order-removing-men/">'Transgender' Inmate Sues Trump Administration Over Order Removing Men from Women's Prisons | The Gateway Pundit | by Cassandra MacDonald</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2025/01/dismantling_the_administrative_state_is_a_critical_task_requiring_great_effort.html"> Dismantling The Administrative State Is A Critical Task Requiring Great Effort - American Thinker</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/gpII/documents/homily-pro-eligendo-pontifice_20050418_en.html"> Homily of His Eminence Card. Joseph Ratzinger | Vatican Basilica April 18, 2005</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/a-brief-history-of-our-annihilation"> A Brief History of Our Annihilation - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: What is Christian Courage?

<p>Why is it more courageous to rescue a child rather than a case of Bud Light from a burning building? Is there a distinctively Christian form of Bravery?</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-8624fe28-7fff-4521-d6dc-34948335b522"><a href= "https://youtu.be/j1gCXem7Hg4">What is Christian Courage? | Let’s Take A Closer Look</a></strong></p>

Good News for Pro-Lifers? (Shawn Carney) 1/28/25

<p>We welcome back Shawn Carney of 40 Days for Life to take the temperature of the Pro-Life movement with the change in the American administration. Where does he think we should go next, and how likely is that to occur? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/">40 Days for Life</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://linktr.ee/40daysforlife.official">40 Days for Life | Linktree</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/vigil-search.aspx">40 Days for Life | Search Your Location</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/resources-magazine.aspx">Day 41 Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Matter-40-Day-Companion-Culture/dp/1732741743"> To the Heart of the Matter: The 40-Day Companion to Live a Culture of Life</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/What-Say-When-Complete-Discussing/dp/1737047705/"> What to Say When: The Complete New Guide to Discussing Abortion</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/What-Say-When-Abortion-Landscape/dp/1737047780/"> What to Say When 2: Your Proven Guide in the New Abortion Landscape - How to Discuss, Clarify, and Question Abortion in a Hostile Culture | Shawn Carney</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/2">Buy Both Books with Special Pricing</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://defundplannedparenthood.com/">Defund Planned Parenthood | 40 Days for Life</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/23/president-donald-trump-pardons-23-pro-life-americans-biden-imprisoned/"> President Donald Trump Signs Pardons for 23 Pro-Life Americans - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/24/vance-condemns-abortion-at-march-for-life-we-need-more-babies-in-america/"> Vance Condemns Abortion at March for Life: “We Need More Babies in America” - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/25/heres-9-pro-life-actions-president-trump-took-during-his-first-week/"> Here’s 9 Pro-Life Actions President Trump Took During His First Week - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/30937193">Human Fertility and Current Controversies (Fr. Tadeusz Pacholczyk) 4/22/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/32489447">A Fresh Look at IVF (Sister Renée Mirkes) 8/7/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/LIME-Exploited-Choice-Mark-Crutcher-ebook/dp/B00HNYVP5K/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=1-1"> LIME 5: Exploited by Choice - Mark Crutcher</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/02/abortion-was-the-leading-cause-of-death-worldwide-in-2024-killing-73-million-people/"> Abortion Was the Leading Cause of Death Worldwide in 2024, Killing 73 Million People - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/27/california-drops-prosecution-against-sandra-merritt-who-exposed-planned-parenthood-aborted-bay-part-sales/"> California Drops Prosecution Against Sandra Merritt, Who Exposed Planned Parenthood Aborted Baby Part Sales - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: Don't Join This Club...

<p>There's a hot new club that's opened in the past few years. Membership may be skyrocketing, but here's the thing: nobody should want to be a part of it.</p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-0d981c3c-7fff-b6e1-1bcb-6669072b0b89"><a href= "https://youtu.be/Iyk88CyOY7k">Don't Join This Club... | Let’s Take A Closer Look</a></strong></p>

We’re Not Hoping & Coping Our Way Out of This One (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/24/25

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue again discusses Acedia and the subtle idolatries of delusional optimism. How can we break from the desires for others to "do the work" for us? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2021/01/26/beware-of-hopium-and-copium">Beware of “Hopium” and “Copium”</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newoxfordreview.org/documents/symposium-on-catholics-american-political-life-2/"> Symposium on Catholics & American Political Life | New Oxford Review</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Brief-Reader-Virtues-Human-Heart/dp/0898703034"> A Brief Reader on the Virtues of the Human Heart - Josef Pieper</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://ignatius.com/faith-hope-love-fhlp/">Faith, Hope, Love - Josef Pieper</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://angeluspress.org/products/kingship-christ">Kingship Of Christ and Organized Naturalism - Angelus Press</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTu4zAmirOA">JFK : Houston Ministerial Association Full Speech</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://archives.nd.edu/research/texts/cuomo.htm">"Religious Belief and Public Morality: A Catholic Governor's Perspective," an address by Gov. Mario Cuomo of New York - September 13, 1984, as a Lecture in the University of Notre Dame's Department of Theology | Archives of the University of Notre Dame</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/cardinal-pie-and-the-social-kingship-of-christ"> Cardinal Pie and the Social Kingship of Christ - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/23/president-donald-trump-pardons-23-pro-life-americans-biden-imprisoned/"> President Donald Trump Signs Pardons for 23 Pro-Life Americans - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZMNFOOuExk&list=PLrWAijSuviD7a5dA-k9-jvY1HQPGCJkBN&index=6"> Jean Shepherd Live at the Limelight - "Scratchy Suit & Steel Mill Mailroom (restored)"</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p> <p> </p>

Hey! We Found Your Culture! (Matthew Plese) 1/23/25

<p>We welcome back author Matthew Plese to discuss his latest book about the comprehensive culture of Christendom. What was lost, and how can we rise above indifferent membership in the Church?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQ4Q5THK">Restoring Lost Customs of Christendom: Second Edition | Matthew Plese</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNV4RSYD">The Roman Catechism Explained for the Modern World</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Definitive-Guide-Catholic-Fasting-Abstinence/dp/B0BTRGJ1MR"> The Definitive Guide to Catholic Fasting & Abstinence</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.acatholiclife.blogspot.com/">A Catholic Life</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://angeluspress.org/products/the-death-of-christian-culture">The Death Of Christian Culture - Angelus Press</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://angeluspress.org/products/restoration-of-christian-culture"> Restoration Of Christian Culture - Angelus Press</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://ignatius.com/christendom-lost-and-found-clfp/">Christendom Lost and Found: Meditations for a Post Post-Christian Era</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/5uwgfL2">In Tune With The World: A Theory of Festivity - Josef Pieper</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://acatholiclife.blogspot.com/2014/01/what-is-epiphanytide.html"> A Catholic Life: What is Epiphanytide?</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://acatholiclife.blogspot.com/2012/01/understading-epiphanytide-octave-of.html"> Understanding Epiphanytide: The Octave of Epiphany through Septuagesima</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://fatima.org/living-a-liturgical-life/">Living a Liturgical Life | The Fatima Center</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let’s Take A Closer Look: After All the Listening—Then What?

<p>We don't have the luxury of endless opining. Sometimes we have to stop talking and we have to start doing what needs to be done.</p> <p> </p> <p>Let's take a closer look.</p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-94e7ac56-7fff-6441-3ded-a7c496bfeea8"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJpGw34IPoQ">After All the Listening—Then What?</a></strong></p> <p><strong><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-f78bcc23-7fff-7922-5b42-992cbac053c2"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></strong></strong></p> <p> </p>

When Doctors & Patients Conspire (Sarah Cain) 1/21/25

<p>We welcome back Sarah Cain, known as The Crusader Gal to discuss her recent article on transgenderism, mutilation, and the state of modern medicine. Do any doctors have the courage to refuse immoral medical requests? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Foundations-Pillars-Nearing-Collapse/dp/B0DPLLGRSM/"> Failing Foundations: The Pillars of the West Are Nearing Collapse</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://crusadergal.com/">The Crusader Gal</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://crusadergal.substack.com/">Homefront Crusade</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://writings.crusadergal.com/p/9ad86ed8-a1b8-4ba9-9c6c-08d9fe5da86c"> Ripping Out the Rib: Medicine's Moral Collapse</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://twitter-thread.com/t/1880048198779331036">Gender Transition Doctors Cut Off the Breasts of Disabled Woman With Cerebral Palsy to Turn Her Trans...</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BYT9GHXR?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_187SFT44435GZM0F4RG4"> Real Philosophy for Real People: Tools for Truthful Living - Audiobook Now Available!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2025/01/02/abortion-was-the-leading-cause-of-death-worldwide-in-2024-killing-73-million-people/"> Abortion Was the Leading Cause of Death Worldwide in 2024, Killing 73 Million People - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://archive.org/details/dehumanizingvuln0000bren">Dehumanizing the Vulnerable: When Word Games Take Lives | William Brennan</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Abolition-Man-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652942">The Abolition of Man: C. S. Lewis</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stwARTjYKiQ">Should Christians Just "Shut Up"? | "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7mDsIlIdonuyzPq2gv8VubxYKduUl9Sb"> "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Let's Take A Closer Look: Should Christians Just "Shut Up?" (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

<p dir="ltr">We're pleased to introduce Father McTeigue's new video series, Let's Take A Closer Look. Here is the first episode, asking the question: Should Christians Shut Up?</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://youtu.be/stwARTjYKiQ">Should Christians Just "Shut Up?" | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.</a></p> <p> </p>

2025 Two-Day Appeal Day 2 - Ask Father McTeigue

<p>Did you miss day two of Ask Father during the Two-Day Fund Drive? Check out his answers to your questions sent in, and please consider donating to The Station of the Cross. Father also makes a special announcement, and reveals the long-teased changes regarding the show.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p><a href="https://thestationofthecross.com/donate-now/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">The Station of the Cross Two-Day Appeal</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

2025 Two-Day Appeal Day 1 - Ask Father McTeigue

<p>Did you miss day one of Ask Father during the Two-Day Fund Drive? Check out his answers to your questions sent in, and please consider donating to The Station of the Cross.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p><a href="https://thestationofthecross.com/donate-now/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">The Station of the Cross Two-Day Appeal</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

A New & Improved Year for Higher Education? (Micaiah Bilger) 1/14/25

<p>We welcome Micaiah Bilger of The College Fix to discuss the Department of Education, the use of AI in education, and the growing pushback against DEI initiatives. What might we see in 2025 in terms of higher education? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thecollegefix.com/year-in-review-120-campus-cancel-culture-incidents-in-2024/"> Year in Review: 120 campus cancel culture incidents in 2024 | The College Fix</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thecollegefix.com/michael-knowles-creates-unsafe-campus-for-lgbtq-students-u-illinois-complaint-says/"> Michael Knowles ‘creates unsafe’ campus for ‘LGBTQ+ students,’ U. Illinois complaint says | The College Fix</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thecollegefix.com/five-predictions-for-higher-education-in-2025/"> Five predictions for higher education in 2025 | The College Fix</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://notthebee.com/article/arizona-charter-school-board-approves-curriculum-entirely-taught-by-ai"> Arizona charter school board approves curriculum entirely taught by A.I. | Not the Bee</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/27327549">When Race Trumps Merit (Heather Mac Donald) 6/29/23</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/When-Race-Trumps-Merit-Sacrifices/dp/1956007164"> When Race Trumps Merit: How the Pursuit of Equity Sacrifices Excellence, Destroys Beauty, and Threatens Lives</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.thecollegefix.com/faithful-catholic-colleges-see-enrollment-boom-in-face-of-nationwide-higher-ed-problems/"> Faithful Catholic colleges see enrollment boom in face of nationwide higher ed problems</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.collegeofstjoseph.com/">College of St. Joseph the Worker</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/29155998">Reclaiming the Trades: A New of Form of Higher Education (Mike Sullivan) 12/19/23</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/31295127">Let’s Rethink Higher Education (Dr. Jacob Imam) 5/14/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Preventing Spiritual Defeat in 2025 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/10/25

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses do-something-ism, McTeigue's Axiom, and planning to fail. How could anyone think it possible to bring about renewal without true repentance? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.hprweb.com/2023/03/what-many-priests-no-longer-believe/"> What Many Priests No Longer Believe | Homiletic & Pastoral Review</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/30989178">Half-hearted, Half-witted Revival (Leila Lawler) 4/25/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.poeticous.com/ethelwyn-wetherald/my-orders">My Orders, by Ethelwyn Wetherald | Poeticous</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://catholic-study-bible.com/">Ignatius Catholic Study Bible</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/catholiclibrary.html">Fish Eaters - Online Catholic Library</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/baltimorecatechism4.pdf">Baltimore Catechism - Volume 4 PDF</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-matthew.pdf">Catena Aurea - Matthew</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-mark.pdf">Catena Aurea - Mark</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-luke.pdf">Catena Aurea - Luke</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-luke.pdf">Catena Aurea - John</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2024/12/30/jimmy-carter-dies-at-100-making-him-the-longest-living-president-in-american-history/"> Jimmy Carter Dies at 100, Making Him the Longest-Living President in American History - LifeNews.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/garth-brooks-trisha-yearwood-cover-imagine-lennon-jimmy-carter-funeral-1235872997/"> Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood Perform Emotional Cover of ‘Imagine’ At President Jimmy Carter’s Funeral</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://notthebee.com/article/in-effort-to-solve-villages-healthcare-woes-italian-mayor-bans-citizens-from-getting-sick"> In effort to "solve" village's healthcare woes, Italian mayor bans citizens from getting sick | Not the Bee</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://notthebee.com/article/federal-court-just-ruled-against-biden-administrations-woke-title-ix-policies-that-would-destroy-female-only-spaces"> Federal court rules against Biden Administration's woke Title IX policies that would destroy female-only spaces | Not the Bee</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

A Pastor Talks About Reverence (Fr. Casey Jones) 1/9/25

<p>We welcome back Fr. Casey Jones to discuss efficiency, love, and the blasphemy of indifference using his latest article in Crisis Magazine. Is there more behind the decision of some to discourage the traditional postures of reverence within the liturgy?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/is-kneeling-for-communion-a-disruption"> Is Kneeling for Communion a Disruption? - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.chicagocatholic.com/cardinal-blase-j.-cupich/-/article/2024/12/11/-as-we-pray-"> ‘As we pray …’ - Cardinal Blase J. Cupich - Chicago Catholic</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/chicago-where-eucharistic-revival-goes-to-die"> Chicago: Where Eucharistic Revival Goes to Die - Crisis Magazine</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2024/12/13/up-off-your-knees/"> Up … off your knees!</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/ugly-buildings-beautiful-priests"> Ugly Buildings, Beautiful Priests - Crisis Magazine</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/5uwgfL2">In Tune With The World: A Theory of Festivity - Josef Pieper</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.hprweb.com/2023/03/what-many-priests-no-longer-believe/"> What Many Priests No Longer Believe | Homiletic & Pastoral Review</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Too-Busy-Not-Pray-Anniversary/dp/0830819711"> Too Busy Not to Pray: 10th Anniversary Edition: Bill Hybels</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.latinmass.com/episode-i">Watch Mass of the Ages: Episode 1 — Discover the Traditional Latin Mass</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.latinmass.com/episode-ii">Watch Mass of the Ages: Episode 2 — A Perfect Storm</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aPbZj2C5_I">Watch Mass of the Ages: Episode 3 — Guardians Of Tradition</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Is 2025 Broken Already? (Matt Archbold) 1/7/25

<p>We welcome back Matt Archbold of Creative Minority Report to discuss some of the alarming headlines from start of the new year, and the heavy work of being a faithful Christian. Why are many quick to prematurely declare victory in the culture wars? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.complicitclergy.com/2024/12/18/watch-pagan-ritual-offered-during-mass/"> WATCH: Pagan Ritual Offered During Mass</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJ3WPNqv8Lc">J-6 Plus Four</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-justin-trudeau-resigning-as-prime-minister-of-canada/"> BREAKING: Justin Trudeau resigning as prime minister of Canada - LifeSite</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2025/01/06/pope-francis-names-cardinal-robert-mcelroy-to-lead-washington-d-c-archdiocese/"> Pope Francis names Cardinal Robert McElroy to lead Washington, D.C. archdiocese – Catholic World Report</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/editors-desk/the-dimishment-of-the-dc-archdiocese-continues-apace"> The Diminishment of the DC Archdiocese Continues Apace - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/doomscrolling-past-christ">Doomscrolling Past Christ - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2021/01/26/beware-of-hopium-and-copium/">Beware of “Hopium” and “Copium”</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.churchpop.com/2020/05/13/the-power-of-christs-holy-face-the-little-known-chaplet-for-battling-gods-enemies/"> A Little-Known Chaplet for Battling God’s Enemies With The Power of Christ’s Holy Face</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "http://www.holyfacedevotion.com/index.htm">The Holy Face Devotion</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

What’s in a Name? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/3/25

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue concludes his reflections on the Christmas season by discussing the Holy Name of Jesus. How can the devotional practices of old benefit our faith today? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://zoboko.com/text/zre0v2lg/the-secrets-of-the-heart/28">Eventide of the Feast by Kahlil Gibran</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/12/22/can-we-overlook-christ">Can we overlook Christ?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicbrain.com/content/793724/1/practicing-devotion-the-holy-name-of-jesus"> Practicing devotion The Holy Name of Jesus - CatholicBrain.com</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/01/01/8-ways-to-honor-the-holy-name-of-jesus-this-january"> 8 Ways to honor the Holy Name of Jesus this January</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/h5XvONm">Restoring Lost Customs of Christendom by Matthew R Plese</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/epiphany-home-blessing/"> Epiphany Home Blessing | Catholic Culture</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/files/epiphanyceremony2025.pdf"> Epiphany Home Blessing Ceremony: 2025</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "http://www.holyfacedevotion.com/index.htm">The Holy Face Devotion</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.usccb.org/prayers/litany-holy-name-jesus">Litany of the Holy Name of Jesus | USCCB</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

A Closer Look at John the Baptist (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/2/25

<p>Father McTeigue continues his series of reflections on the Christmas Season by discussing the Herald of the Gospel, John the Baptist. How can we learn to become heavily fruitful for Christ in 2025?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08486b.htm">Catholic Encyclopedia: St. John the Baptist</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/08/31/a-martyr-for-marriage">A martyr for marriage?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/seasons-and-feast-days/nativity-of-saint-john-the-baptist-23956"> Nativity of Saint John the Baptist | EWTN</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.liturgies.net/saints/johnthebaptist/officeofreadings_martyr.htm"> Passion of John the Baptist - Office of Readings</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-matthew.pdf">Catena Aurea - Matthew</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-mark.pdf">Catena Aurea - Mark</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-luke.pdf">Catena Aurea - Luke</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.fisheaters.com/srpdf/xaquinas-luke.pdf">Catena Aurea - John</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

A New Year of Grace (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/31/24

<p>Father McTeigue continues his series of reflections on the Christmas Season by discussing memories of years gone by, both joyful and painful. How can we truly learn from the past year and cultivate gratitude?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/01/06/no-more-happy-new-years">No More Happy New Years?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2020/12/29/do-we-really-need-another-new-year"> Do we really need another New Year?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2019/12/30/goodbye-2019-hello-eternity">Goodbye 2019, hello eternity!</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/01/04/how-to-exercise-the-discipline-of-gratitude-throughout-the-new-year"> How to exercise “the discipline of gratitude” throughout the New Year</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://sacred-texts.com/chr/seil/seil35.htm">The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola: Contemplation to Gain Love</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Ending the Year with a Clean Conscience (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/30/24

<p>This is the new closing segment for today's Encore episode. Why is it necessary to ensure that we end the year with a clean conscience? Be sure to listen to the full episode linked in the show notes.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/29100918">Who’s Ready for Another New Year? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/15/23</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://bulldogcatholic.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/a-detailed-catholic-examination-of-conscience-2nd-ed..pdf"> A Detailed Catholic Examination of Conscience</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicity.com/prayer/prayer-of-firm-purpose-of-amendment.html"> Prayer of Firm Purpose of Amendment</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/prepare-way-lord-with-good-confession/"> Prepare the Way of the Lord with a Good Confession | Catholic Culture</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Christmas, a Time of Martyrs (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/27/24

<p>Father McTeigue continues his series of reflections on the Christmas Season by discussing tantrums, tyranny, and the Holy Innocents. How do we imitate Herod's rage to eliminate Christ in our own lives? He finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/12/28/an-examination-of-conscience-for-the-feast-of-the-holy-innocents"> An Examination of Conscience for the Feast of the Holy Innocents</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07419a.htm">CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Holy Innocents</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=6668">St. Quodvultdeus - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://web.archive.org/web/20160821213419/https://www.investmentwatchblog.com/abortion-is-the-leading-cause-of-death-in-u-s/"> Abortion Is the Leading Cause of Death in U.S.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/08/16/honor-my-mother-and-my-father-why-should-i"> How to Honor Parents Even When It’s Difficult | Aleteia</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

It’s Still Christmas (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/26/24

<p>Father McTeigue begins his series of reflections on the Christmas Season by discussing Saint Stephen. How does the wisdom of the Church teach us what we are to do with the season of Christmas?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79GuVNL-SfI">1980 Sears commercial</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/14286b.htm">CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: St. Stephen</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholic.com/encyclopedia/stephen-martyr-saint">St. Stephen, Martyr | Catholic Answers Encyclopedia</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.crossroadsinitiative.com/media/articles/feast-of-st-stephen-protomartyr-fulgentius-of-ruspe/"> Sermon of St. Fulgentius of Ruspe for the Feast of St Stephen, Protomartyr</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/05/10/what-are-we-preparing-our-children-for-if-not-how-to-face-difficulty"> What are we preparing our children for, if not how to face difficulty?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2021/03/26/a-royal-summons-to-the-cross-of-christ"> A royal summons to the Cross of Christ</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/05/10/what-are-we-preparing-our-children-for-if-not-how-to-face-difficulty"> What are we preparing our children for, if not how to face difficulty?</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/07/27/a-time-for-christian-heroes">A time for Christian heroes</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://stpaulcenter.com/product/how-the-fathers-read-the-bible-scripture-liturgy-and-the-early-church/"> How the Fathers Read the Bible: Scripture, Liturgy, and the Early Church</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/24315456">Reading the Bible Like the Fathers (Mike Aquilina) 9/8/22</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2024/12/13/best-books-i-read-in-2024/"> “The Best Books I Read in 2024” – Catholic World Report</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://universalis.com/">Universalis</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Pre-Christmas Reflections (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/23/24

<p>This is the new closing segment for today's Remastered Let's Talk About This episode. Be sure to listen to the full episode linked in the show notes.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/25413294">Pre-Christmas Reflections (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/23/22</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Cur-Deus-Homo-Why-Became/dp/1536922420/">Cur Deus Homo: Why God Became Man: St. Anselm</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

2024: Lessons Learned, Lessons Regretted (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/20/24

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses regret, the passing of time, and personal conversion. As we near the end of the year, how did we make use of the time that God gave us? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2015/08/12/reflections-on-25-years-of-religious-life"> Reflections on 25 Years of Religious Life</a>  </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2021/08/28/advice-from-an-aging-repentant-sinner"> Advice From an Aging, Repentant Sinner</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.complicitclergy.com/2024/12/18/watch-pagan-ritual-offered-during-mass/"> WATCH: Pagan Ritual Offered During Mass</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.theholyrosary.org/maryundoerknots/">Mary Undoer of Knots - The Holy Rosary</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Catholic Art: Old & New, East & West (Daniel Mitsui) 12/19/24

<div data-block="true" data-editor="tna0" data-offset-key= "f7itn-0-0"> <div class= "public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="f7itn-0-0"><span data-offset-key= "f7itn-0-0"><span data-text="true">We welcome artist Daniel Mitsui to discuss prayer, interiority, and liturgical art. What is the goal of art in worship, and why do some see it as mere decoration, or worse yet as a pious distraction?</span></span></div> </div> <div data-block="true" data-editor="tna0" data-offset-key= "5f7s9-0-0"> </div> <div data-block="true" data-editor="tna0" data-offset-key= "5f7s9-0-0">Show Notes</div> <div data-block="true" data-editor="tna0" data-offset-key= "5f7s9-0-0"> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.danielmitsui.com/">Daniel Mitsui | Website</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://digfir-published.macmillanusa.com/mckay11eepages/mckay11eepages_ch9_4.html"> Hildegard of Bingen: Letter Sent in 1179 to the Prelates of Mainz </a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.danielmitsui.com/00_pages/gold_out_of_egypt.html">GOLD out of EGYPT ~ LECTURE by DANIEL MITSUI</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.danielmitsui.com/00_pages/heavenly_outlook.html">HEAVENLY OUTLOOK ~ LECTURE by DANIEL MITSUI</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.danielmitsui.com/00_pages/invention_and_exaltation.html"> INVENTION and EXALTATION ~ LECTURE by DANIEL MITSUI</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaSKwoLl3LU">Catholic Art Guild Speaker series: Daniel Mitsui</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awUAQcu_yrg">Daniel Mitsui - Gold Out of Egypt: Christian Art and International Influences</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2016/04/13/looking-for-jesus-at-the-philadelphia-museum-of-art/"> Looking for Jesus at the Philadelphia Museum of Art</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Way-Beauty-Rekindling-Eucharistic-Amazement/dp/1639660127"> Way of Beauty: Rekindling Eucharistic Amazement Through VISIO Divina - Dr. Jem Sullivan</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/33095127">Making Time for Sacred Art (Kathleen Carr) 9/17/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.ncregister.com/features/catholic-art-institute">Mediocrity Will Convert No One, but Beauty Will: The Purpose of Sacred Art in the Modern World| National Catholic Register</a></p> <strong id= "docs-internal-guid-866801fd-7fff-a755-c22d-b0754470f7e2"></strong></div> <div data-block="true" data-editor="tna0" data-offset-key= "5f7s9-0-0"> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p> <strong><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-492e97d1-7fff-ca5a-bd89-3af3126070b9"></strong></strong></div>

What’s Next for the Latin Mass? (Tony Shriner) 12/18/24

<p>We welcome Tony Shriner of Mass of the Ages to discuss the impact of their trilogy on the Latin Mass, and to share details on their future media endeavors. Why must we make use of storytelling and the power of image to spread the beauty of Catholicism?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.latinmass.com/">Mass of the Ages Society</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEDtd-XY0hU">3 Huge Announcements You Missed</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSzPRhJoE7Q">DISCOVER TRADITION Teaser - New 'Mass of the Ages' Series</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbLdwLa6fUk">GODBREAD Teaser - New 'Mass of the Ages' Movie</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/20122862">Law, Love & Liturgy (Fr Gerald Murray, Cameron O’Hearn) 08/12/21</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/23214377">Who Improved the Mass? (Cameron O'Hearn) 5/24/22</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/30445883">Mass of the Ages: Part 3 (Cameron O’Hearn) 3/19/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Failing Foundations (Sarah Cain) 12/17/24

<p>We welcome back Sarah Cain, The Crusader Gal to discuss her just released book, Failing Foundations: The Pillars of the West Are Nearing Collapse. How do we go about building a tomorrow worth saving? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPBk8fCBeqI">New Book Announcement! Failing Foundations: The Pillars of the West Are Nearing Collapse</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Foundations-Pillars-Nearing-Collapse/dp/B0DPLLGRSM/"> Failing Foundations: The Pillars of the West Are Nearing Collapse</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://crusadergal.com/">The Crusader Gal</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://crusadergal.substack.com/">Homefront Crusade</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/the-ugly-truth-about-gay-adoption"> The Ugly Truth About Gay Adoption - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://billwhittle.com/standing-up-to-gay-tyranny/">Standing Up to Gay Tyranny – Bill Whittle</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/33604212">Living Through Hurricane Helene (Jason Craig) 10/24/24</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Advent-Heart-Seasonal-Writings-1941-1944/dp/1586170813/"> Advent of the Heart: Seasonal Sermons and Prison Writings 1941-1944: Fr. Alfred Delp, S.J.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

The Sad Case of Catholic Amnesia (Fr. John Perricone) 12/16/24

<p>We welcome back Fr. John Perricone to discuss his latest article in Crisis Magazine. What happens when Catholic symbolism is erased within both liturgy and architecture? Why are so many keen to forget Christendom?</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://crisismagazine.com/opinion/catholicisms-ghost">Catholicism’s Ghost - Crisis Magazine</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://archive.org/details/triumphoftherape00rief">The Triumph of the Therapeutic: Uses of Faith after Freud</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://a.co/d/h5XvONm">Restoring Lost Customs of Christendom by Matthew R Plese</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://catholiccitizens.org/views/102458/the-false-hope-of-a-more-apostolic-church/"> The False Hope of a “More Apostolic Church” - CatholicCitizens.org</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Telling the Truth about Christmas (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/13/24

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses marking our milestones with the graces that correspond to the liturgical year. How can we avoid squandering the gifts given to us in the Incarnation? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <p> </p> <p>Show Notes</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310345863">The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus by Lee Strobel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310364272">The Case for Faith: A Journalist Investigates the Toughest Objections to Christianity</a> <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310345863">by Lee Strobel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310340594">The Case for Christmas: A Journalist Investigates the Identity of the Child in the Manger</a> <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310345863">by Lee Strobel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newarkbasilica.org/virtual-tour">Virtual Tour — Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thenationalpulse.com/2024/12/12/nativity-of-christ-displayed-at-u-s-capitol-for-first-time-ever/"> Nativity of Christ Displayed at U.S. Capitol for First Time Ever.</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2018/12/05/forgiving-ourselves-and-being-forgiven-taking-out-the-trash-for-advent"> Forgiving Ourselves and Being Forgiven: Taking Out the Trash for Advent</a> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03245b.htm">Catholic Encyclopedia | Candlemas</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.catholic.com/encyclopedia/candlemas">Candlemas | Catholic Answers Encyclopedia</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTpYN70tZ6Y">War of the Jersey Shore! | Did Iranian Navy Carriers Launch Drones Over New Jersey?</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.icatholicmobile.com/">iCatholic Mobile</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.catholictothemax.com/iCR">The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/fr-mcteigues-publications/">Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://open.spotify.com/show/5wufG7Gzh4cPJ84vZQQWwY?si=f730237ea83f4577"> Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://heraldofthegospel.org/">Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://thestationofthecross.com/ask-father/">Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!</a></p>

Is Transgender Surgery Child Abuse? (Dr. Michael Artigues) 12/12/24

Hypocrisy and Slavery (Raymond Ibrahim) 12/11/24

The New and Improved Notre Dame? (Kathleen Carr) 12/10/24

Rebellion Against Christ the King (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/6/24

How to Stop Being Stupid About Sex (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 12/5/24

When Conspiracy Theory Becomes Conspiracy Fact (Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.) 12/4/24

What Ever Happened to Strong Families? (Anna Reynolds) 12/3/24

What’s This “Hope” Thing Anyway? (Matt Archbold) 12/2/24

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/29/24

A New and Improved Church? (Fr. John Perricone) 11/27/24

A Closer Catholic Look At the Election (Terry Schilling) 11/26/24

Does the Vatican Need a Mascot? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 11/25/24

From Hysterical to Homicidal? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/22/24

Why Not the Traditional Latin Mass? (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) 11/21/24

Guess Who’s Raising Kids Right? (Bill Whittle) 11/20/24

Hope, Not Complacency (Sarah Cain) 11/19/24

Contradictions from the UN? (Dr. Rebecca Oas) 11/18/24

2024 Fall On-Air Appeal Day 7 - Ask Father McTeigue

2024 Fall On-Air Appeal Day 6 - Ask Father McTeigue

What’s Next for Catholics in America? (Matt Archbold) 11/13/24

Election News for Pro-Lifers (Shawn Carney) 11/12/24

Is Bible History Real? (Steve Ray)

Becoming a Spiritual Prepper (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/8/24

Let's Go to Father Spitzer's Universe (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) 11/7/24

So About That Christian Gender Gap… (Elisabeth of “The Biblical Bookworm”) 11/6/24

New Life for Liturgical Music? (Dr. Jennifer Donelson-Nowicka) 11/5/24

Sad News about Boys Town (Michael Hichborn) 11/4/24

All Saints Day: Lessons Still Unlearned (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/1/24

Updates on Religious Hatred (Raymond Ibrahim) 10/31/24

Updates on the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (Matt Archbold) 10/30/24

Planning for a Beautiful Advent (Kathleen Carr) 10/29/24

What’s New in the New Encyclical? (Fr. Gerald Murray) 10/28/24

America and the Cristero War (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/25/24

Living Through Hurricane Helene (Jason Craig) 10/24/24

When English Kings Were Catholic (Joseph Pearce) 10/23/24

Six Biblical Myths Debunked (Steve Ray) 10/22/24

What’s Up With the Synod This Time? (Fr. Gerald Murray)

Spiritual Warfare Series - Part Five: Repentance and Reparation (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/17/24

Spiritual Warfare Series - Part Four: Conscience and Discernment (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/17/24

Spiritual Warfare Series - Part Three: Cain vs. Priesthood (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/16/24

Spiritual Warfare Series - Part Two: Ahab vs. Kingship (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/15/24

Spiritual Warfare Series - Part One: Jezebel vs. Prophecy (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/14/24

Can a Good Catholic Be a Good Citizen? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/11/24

The End of Recreational Catholicism (Fr. John Perricone) 10/10/24

They’re Doing It Again! (Matt Archbold) 10/9/24

Good News for College Students? (Patrick Reilly) 10/8/24

The Final Word about Medjugorje? (Fr. Gerald Murray) 10/7/24

2024 Fall On-Air Appeal Day 5 - Ask Father McTeigue

2024 Fall On-Air Appeal Day 4 - Ask Father McTeigue

2024 Fall On-Air Appeal Day 3 - Ask Father McTeigue

2024 Fall On-Air Appeal Day 2 - Sins Against Synodality? Let's Talk About This

2024 Fall On-Air Appeal - Ask Father McTeigue Day 1

Ask Father Mailbag #6 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/27/24

The Four Levels of Happiness (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) 9/26/24

The Resilient Homeschooling Family (Mary Carmichael) 9/25/24

New Tools for the Pro-Life Message (Michael Kenney) 9/24/24

A Critical Look at St. Jude’s Hospital (Michael Hichborn) 9/23/24

Rethinking Our Words and Images (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/20/24

What’s the Truth About Pfizer Pharmaceuticals? (Dr. Naomi Wolf) 9/19/24

Is It Really All That Bad? (Matt Archbold) 9/18/24

Making Time for Sacred Art (Kathleen Carr) 9/17/24

Putting Our Hope in Hate? (Philip Primeau) 9/16/24

The Great Reset and the Faithful Remnant (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/13/24

I Can See the Last Straw From Here (Matt Archbold) 9/12/24

What’s a Pro-Lifer to Do? (Shawn Carney) 9/11/24

Who Needs Conversion? (Sarah Cain) 9/10/24

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/6/24

Timely Thoughts (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/3/24

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/30/24

Timely Thoughts (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/27/24

What's Your Parish Good For? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/23/24

At the Intersection of Tragedy and Farce (Matt Archbold) 8/22/24

A Bold Rosary Initiative (Fr. John Paul Kern, O.P.) 8/20/24

Can We Talk About Police Reform? (Rafael Mangual) 8/19/24

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/16/24

British Riots—American Lessons? (Sarah Cain) 8/14/24

Worshiping God Through the Arts (Kathleen Carr) 8/13/24

Abortion As an Election Issue (Shawn Carney) 8/12/24

Recommitting to Spiritual Warfare (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/9/24

Is Blasphemy Even Possible Today? (Fr. Francisco Nahoe, OFMConv) 8/8/24

A Fresh Look at IVF (Sister Renée Mirkes) 8/7/24

Bamboozlery & Whirligig (Matt Archbold) 8/6/24

The Priest as Hercules (Fr. John Perricone) 8/5/24

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/2/24

Catholic Education: A Formula for Success (Elisabeth Sullivan) 8/1/24

Saint Ignatius Loyola — Then and Now (Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.) 7/31/24

Who’s Burning Our Churches Now? (Raymond Ibrahim) 7/30/24

Can Atheists Be Moral? (John Horvat II) 7/29/24

Where Do We Go from Here? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/26/24

We’re Not Voting Our Way Out Of This One (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 7/25/24

Chinese Communism vs Chinese Catholicism (Steven Mosher) 7/24/24

How Long, O Lord? (Matt Archbold) 7/23/24

Whatever Happened to Catholic Germany? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 7/22/24

Is There Hope for America? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/19/24

A Supreme Court Report Card (Philumina Johanni) 7/18/24

A Canon Law Checkup (Fr. Gerald Murray) 7/17/24

Higher Education: Shenanigans Update (Matt Lamb) 7/16/24

Fathers, Rise to Your Greatness (Fr. John Perricone) 7/15/24

Who’s Ready for Another Synod? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/12/24

What Is a Pastor? (Fr. Casey Jones) 7/11/24

The Erasure of Parents (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 7/10/24

Hopeful Signs? (Michael Hichborn) 7/9/24

Church, State, and Other Misunderstandings (Sarah Cain) 7/8/24

The Heresy of Americanism: Then and Now (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/5/24

Beauty Beyond the Power of the World (Joseph Pearce) 7/3/24

Eucharistic Faith and Wishful Thinking (Fr. Peter Stravinskas) 7/2/24

Science & Religion Meet at the Brain (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) 7/1/24

Good and Bad Catholic Memories (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/28/24

The Devil and Communist China (Steve Mosher) 6/27/24

Conspiracy Theories and the Church (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 6/26/24

Whatever Happened to Common Sense? (Sarah Cain) 6/25/24

Is The Mass Really A Sacrifice? (Steve Ray) 6/24/24

A Closer Look at Papal Speculations (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/21/24

Scenes From the Current Madness (Matt Archbold) 6/20/24

A First Look at Rome’s New Document on the Papacy (Fr. Gerald Murray) 6/19/24

Has Christ Been Domesticated? (Fr. John Perricone) 6/18/24

The News Is a Social Construct (James Corbett) 6/17/24

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/14/24

Ask Father McTeigue 2024 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 7

Ask Father McTeigue 2024 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 6

What Do Catholic Artists Need? (Kathleen Carr) 6/11/24

Brain Death and Organ Transplants (Fr. Tadeusz Pacholczyk) 6/10/24

Why Do (Mass-going) Catholics Resent God? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/7/24

More Crimes, Fewer Convictions? (Heather Mac Donald) 6/6/24

City Debt Crisis (Dr. Judge Glock) 6/5/24

Does Government Harm the Homeless? (Steve Malanga) 6/4/24

Guess Who's Against Science Now? (Jim Meigs) 6/3/24

What To Do When the Truth Hurts (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/31/24

Who Are the Eastern Catholics? (Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J.) 5/30/24

Life After Homosexuality (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 5/29/24

Putting the Church in Chinese Hands (Liz Yore) 5/28/24

Who Needs Miracles Anyway? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/24/24

Do Marian Apparitions Have a Future? (Michael O’Neill) 5/23/24

Are Fatima and La Salette in Doubt? (Dr. Mark Miravalle) 5/22/24

Marian Apparitions in the Life of the Church (Mike Aquilina) 5/21/24

A First Look at Rome’s New Document on Marian Apparitions (Fr. Gerald Murray) 5/20/24

Ask Father Mailbag #5 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/17/24

An Honest Look At the Pandemic Treaty (Dr. Rebecca Oas) 5/16/24

Troubles in Paradise (John Horvat II) 5/15/24

Let’s Rethink Higher Education (Dr. Jacob Imam) 5/14/24

Heaven Is Only in Heaven (Fr. John Perricone) 5/13/24

Ask Father McTeigue 2024 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 5

Ask Father McTeigue 2024 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 4

Ask Father McTeigue 2024 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 3

Ask Father McTeigue 2024 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 2

Ask Father McTeigue 2024 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 1

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/3/24

The Last of the Catholic Troubadours? (Joseph Pearce) 5/2/24

God’s Spymaster (Joseph Pearce) 5/1/24

Timeless Thoughts (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/30/24

Here We Go Again... (Matt Archbold) 4/29/24

Confronting the Demon of Discouragement (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/26/24

Half-hearted, Half-witted Revival (Leila Lawler) 4/25/24

Motherhood and Human Dignity (Dr. Catherine Pakaluk) 4/24/24

Eucharistic Art & Culture (Kathleen Carr) 4/23/24

Human Fertility and Current Controversies (Fr. Tadeusz Pacholczyk) 4/22/24

Untangling the New Document on Human Dignity (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/19/24

Undermining Human Dignity? (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 4/18/24

Human Dignity and the Gender Agenda (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 4/17/24

What Really Is Human Dignity? (Fr. John Perricone) 4/16/24

Learning to Live with Dignitas Infinita (Dr. Anne Hendershott) 4/15/24

Easter—More than Just a Season (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/12/24

Are There Limits to Religious Obedience? (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) 4/11/24

A First Look at Rome’s New Document on Human Dignity (Fr. Gerald Murray) 4/10/24

Retrieving Sacred Art (Kathleen Carr) 4/9/24

Following the Unfaithful? (Eric Sammons) 4/8/24

What Can We Learn from Nineveh? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/5/24

Hope is a Choice, Not a Feeling (Matt Archbold) 4/4/24

A Hero You’ve Never Heard Of (Joseph Pearce) 4/3/24

Finishing the Homeschool Year Strong (Mary Carmichael) 4/2/24

Celebrating Life's Victories (Shawn Carney) 4/1/24

Triduum Preparation with Father McTeigue (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/27/24

When Medicine Mandates Murder (Sarah Cain) 3/26/24

Christ Still Suffers In His People (Raymond Ibrahim) 3/25/24

Now and at the Hour of Our Death (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/22/22

A Closer Look at the Prophet Isaiah (Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J.) 3/21/22

What’s the Truth about Christian Nationalism? (John Horvat II) 3/20/22

Mass of the Ages: Part 3 (Cameron O’Hearn) 3/19/24

Catholic Malpractice in Africa? (Michael Hichborn) 3/18/22

The Dark Gods Have Returned (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/15/24

Obedience, Authority & The Common Good (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) 3/14/24

Common Eucharistic Misconceptions (Bishop Michael Olson) 3/13/24

Catholicism Is About Swords (Fr. John Perricone) 3/12/24

What Really Happened at St. Patrick’s Cathedral? (Fr. Peter Stravinskas) 3/11/24

Ask Father Mailbag #4 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/8/24

The Latest in “Now What?” (Matt Archbold) 3/7/24

What’s Catholic about Catholic Higher Education? (Dr. Anne Hendershott) 3/6/24

Diagnosing Our Culture (Sarah Cain) 3/5/24

An Honest Look at IVF (Leila Lawler) 3/4/24

Second Thoughts about Lent (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/1/24

The Lie of Eucharistic Hospitality (Fr. Casey Jones) 2/29/24

The Disappearance of Canon Law (Fr. Gerald Murray) 2/28/24

AI Girlfriends—Why Not? (Julian Kwasniewski) 2/27/24

Let’s Get Real About Hellfire (Kennedy Hall) 2/26/24

Just Another Lent at Saint Typical’s (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/23/24

Building and Rebuilding Family Life (Dan Lawson) 2/22/24

Hypocrisy and Same-Sex Blessings (Fr. Peter Ryan S.J.) 2/21/24

40 Days for Life (Shawn Carney) 2/20/24

The World Health Organization Doesn’t Like You (Dr. Rebecca Oas) 2/19/24

Finding, Remembering, and Sharing Wisdom (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/16/24

Living Lent as a Family (Mary Carmichael) 2/15/24

The Obligations of Lent (Fr. Gerald Murray) 2/14/24

Stopping the Assault on Science (Dr. Ingrid Skop) 2/13/24

The Lost Art of Reading? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 2/12/24

Want a Better Lent? Go to Hell! (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/9/24

Women Defying the Birth Dearth (Dr. Catherine Pakaluk) 2/8/24

Updates on Muslim Persecution of Christians (Raymond Ibrahim) 2/7/24

Church, State, and Other Disasters (Matt Archbold) 2/6/24

A New Way of Preparing for Lent (Dr. John Bergsma) 2/5/24

The Mind in the Service of Christ (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/2/24

Let’s Ask the Pastor (Fr. Casey Jones) 2/1/24

Fight for Life—Fighting to Win (Missy Martinez-Stone) 1/31/24

Healing and Hope in Guatemala (Dr. William Boegel) 1/30/24

The Synod and Wishful Thinking (Fr. John Perricone) 1/29/24

Rediscovering the Book of Genesis (Steve Ray) 1/25/24

Women & Children For Sale (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 1/24/24

Good News, Bad News, and Catholic Hope (Michael Hichborn) 1/23/24

Who Is Worship For? (Monsignor Richard Antall) 1/22/24

Whatever Happened to Happy New Year 2024? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/19/24

Feminism Against Progress (Mary Harrington) 1/18/24

Does Everyone Need Therapy? (Theodore Dalrymple) 1/17/24

Expecting the Unexpected in 2024 (Shawn Carney) 1/16/24

West Coast Walk For Life 2024 (Eva Muntean) 1/15/24

A Closer Look at the Latest from Rome (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/12/24

What is a Couple Anyway? (Kennedy Hall) 1/11/24

What Tradition Says About Blessings (Dr. Joseph Shaw) 1/10/24

Is Rome Deliberately Confusing Us? (Matt Archbold) 1/9/24

Canon Law vs Pastoral Practice? (Fr. Gerald Murray) 1/8/24

Ask Father Mailbag #3 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/5/24

What Is Christian Nationalism? (Doug Wilson) 1/4/24

Who Is Silencing Therapists? (Fr. Paul Sullins) 1/3/24

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/29/23

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/22/23

Last Minute Graces for Advent (Fr. Bill Watson, S.J.) 12/21/23

What's Wrong with Ireland? (John McGuirk) 12/20/23

Reclaiming the Trades: A New of Form of Higher Education (Mike Sullivan) 12/19/23

Homeschool Report Card: Fall Semester (Mary Carmichael) 12/18/23

Who’s Ready for Another New Year? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/15/23

A Pilgrim’s Confession (Fr. Francisco Nahoe, OFMConv) 12/14/23

The Good, the Bad, and the Beautiful (Joseph Pearce) 12/13/23

Faith, Morals, and Madness on College Campus (Matt Lamb) 12/12/23

It’s Official: Anti-Catholic Bigotry (J. Christian Adams/Maureen Riordan) 12/11/23

Is Science a Gateway to God? (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) 12/7/23

The High Cost of Illegal Immigration (Steven Malanga) 12/6/23

Why Do Governments Hate Catholics? (Matt Archbold) 12/5/23

Guess Who’s Wasting Your Money Now? (Michael Hichborn) 12/4/23

Who Needs Another Advent? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/1/23

Updates on the Bishops' Meeting in Baltimore (Bishop Michael Olson) 11/30/23

The Prophet You’ve Never Heard Of (Julian Kwasniewski) 11/29/23

Loving What God Has Made (Sarah Cain) 11/28/23

Trivializing Death (Fr. John Perricone) 11/27/23

Introduction to Spiritual Warfare (Fr. Vincent Lampert) 11/22/23

Whatever Happened to Religious Liberty? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 11/21/23

Slavery—The Rest of the Story (Dr. Paul Kengor) 11/20/23

The First (Bitter) Fruits of Synodality (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/17/23

Death Comes to Ohio (Shawn Carney) 11/16/23

Excluded From the Synod? (Leila Lawler) 11/15/23

Endangering Women for the Sake of Inclusion (Sarah Cain) 11/14/23

Bad Ideas Have Bad Consequences (Joseph Pearce) 11/13/23

World Youth Day: An Examination of Conscience (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/10/23

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Fall On-Air Appeal - Day 7

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Fall On-Air Appeal - Day 6

More Embarrassments from the CCHD (Michael Hichborn) 11/7/23

Putting the Brakes on Modernity (Julian Kwasniewski) 11/6/23

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/3/23

Timeless Thoughts (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/31/23

Weekend Readiness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/27/23

Timeless Thoughts (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/24/23

Scenes from the War Against God and Man (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/20/23

The Misogyny Myth (John Tierney) 10/19/23

Myth of the Starving Shoplifter (Steven Malanga) 10/18/23

This Is Your City on Fentanyl (Charles Fain Lehman) 10/17/23

Free Speech: Then and Now (Dr. Joshua Katz) 10/16/23

A First Look at the New Dubia (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/13/23

The Children We Never Had (Anna Reynolds) 10/12/23

Has the Church Gone Green? (John Horvat) 10/11/23

Breaking Up With Pornography (Steve Pokorny) 10/10/23

Acknowledging Our Enemies (Sarah Cain) 10/9/23

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Fall On-Air Appeal - Day 5

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Fall On-Air Appeal - Day 4

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Fall On-Air Appeal - Day 3

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Fall On-Air Appeal - Day 2

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Fall On-Air Appeal - Day 1

What Is the Boniface Option? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/29/23

The Synod—A Pandora’s Box? (Jose Ureta & Julio Loredo) 9/28/23

Synods and Papal Primacy (Bishop Athanasius Schneider) 9/27/23

The Synod—Why Now? (Eric Sammons) 9/26/23

Second Thoughts on Synodality (Fr. Gerald Murray) 9/25/23

In A Sober Voice (Dawn Eden Goldstein) 9/21/23

Canadian Church Blood Libel (Kennedy Hall) 9/20/23

Standing Firm Against Transgender Distortions (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse)

Thank You for Arguing (Sarah Cain) 9/18/23

Old Weapons for New Evils? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/15/23

Merely Appearing Catholic (Dr. Anne Hendershott) 9/14/23

Is Our Justice System Broken? (Matt Archbold) 9/13/23

Maybe It Won’t Be So Bad (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 9/12/23

Here Come the Homeschoolers (Mary Carmichael) 9/11/23

Meet the New Faces of Evil (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/8/23

Treasuring the Goods of Marriage (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) 9/7/23

The Weaponization of Psychology (James Corbett) 9/6/23

A Catholic Critique of ‘The Chosen’ (Leila Miller) 9/5/23

The Moral Imagination of Children (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/1/23

Lay Apologists: Why or Why Not? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 8/31/23

The Difference of Catholic Media (Joe Reciniello & Joe Pacillo) 8/30/23

Rejecting the Cult of the Expert (Jeffrey Tucker) 8/29/23

Recovering Analog—Why? (Bill Whittle) 8/28/23

The Synod: A Crash Landing? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/25/23

Drawing Strength from Weakness (Kristin Barlow) 8/24/23

The Rage of Feral Children (Austin Ruse) 8/23/23

Apocalypse Now? Or Later? (Dr. Paul Thigpen/Jordan Pacheco) 8/22/23

More Bad News About Catholic Hospitals (Michael Hichborn) 8/21/23

Five Year Anniversary (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/18/23

Are the Gospels Reliable? (Gary Michuta) 8/17/23

Protestant Objections to Mary (Mike Aquilina) 8/16/23

Rediscovering the Rosary (Fr. John Paul Kern, O.P.) 8/15/23

God’s Will & The Limits of Synods (Fr. Bill Watson, S.J.) 8/14/23

Christ Will Cleanse the Temple (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/11/23

Re-Learning The Imitation of Christ (Fr. Robert Nixon OSB) 8/10/23

Another Look at School Choice (Dr. Corey DeAngelis) 8/9/23

Priests Formed by Scripture (Dr. John Bergsma) 8/8/23

Are Trads Schismatic? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 8/7/23

Ask Father Mailbag #2 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/4/23

The Slander of Pius XII (Dr. Johan Ickx) 8/3/23

Misunderstanding Jesus’ Love (Fr. John Perricone) 8/2/23

Who’s Exporting Abortion? (Dr. Rebecca Oas/Jim Havens) 8/1/23

Is Moral Blindness Contagious? (Sarah Cain) 7/31/23

The Worship of Taylor Swift (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/28/23

Did Vatican II Fail? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 7/27/23

Race, Fact and Law (Heather Mac Donald) 7/26/23

Are You In A Powerless Parish? (Eric Sammons) 7/25/23

The Embarrassments of Christianity (Dr. Duke Pesta) 7/24/23

Education: Perils and Promise (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/21/23

Grading Catholic Schools (Michael Hartney) 7/20/23

The Current State of Catechesis (Joshua Long) 7/19/23

What Happened to Higher Education? (Matt Lamb) 7/18/23

New Hope for Catholic Education (Elisabeth Sullivan) 7/17/23

Confronting Congressional Catholics—Again (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/14/23

Does the Church Need Good Music? (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) 7/13/23

Religious Freedom and the Supreme Court (Tom Brejcha) 7/12/23

World Youth Day: Then and Now (Matt Gaspers) 7/11/23

Selling Embryos & Making A Killing (Dr. Tara Sander Lee) 7/10/23

Are We Being Poisoned? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/7/23

Did the Supreme Court Cancel Affirmative Action? (Peachy Keenan) 7/6/23

Fairness for Asian Students (Wai Wah Chin) 7/5/23

Victimhood Forever (Soledad Ursúa) 7/3/23

Let’s Talk About This - Ask Father Mailbag (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/30/23

When Race Trumps Merit (Heather Mac Donald) 6/29/23

Can Silicon Valley Be Saved? (Allison Schrager) 6/28/23

What to Do about Homelessness? (Dr. Stephen Eide) 6/27/23

The Transgender Children’s Crusade (Kay Hymowitz) 6/26/23

What Does God Really Want From Us? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/23/23

Justice For The Unborn (Michael Kenney) 6/22/23

The Dobbs Decision: One Year Later (Missy Martinez-Stone) 6/21/23

Breaking News in Medical Ethics (Dr. Steven White) 6/20/23

Attending Weddings: Why, and Why Not? (Leila Miller) 6/19/23

Christian Resilience: It’s Not What You Think (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/16/23

Alternatives to Pride (Fr. Kyle Schnippel) 6/15/23

Catholic Hospitals & Transgender Medicine (Michael Hichborn) 6/14/23

Do We Still Need Old Books? (Tim Hill) 6/13/23

Election Integrity: A Cautionary Tale (Jay Valentine) 6/12/23

Despair, Presumption, and Other Falsehoods (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/9/23

Popular Satanism and Other Horrors (Matt Archbold) 6/8/23

The Academic Year in Review (Dr. Duke Pesta) 6/7/23

The Gift of Holy Parody (Ipsitilla) 6/6/23

Goodbye to Religious Life? (John Horvat II) 6/5/23

Rethinking Forgiveness (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 6/2/23

Don't Be Fooled by the Rainbow (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 6/1/23

Winning the Culture War (Peachy Keenan) 5/31/23

Are Catholics Still Pro-Life? (Dr. Anthony Stine) 5/30/23

Whatever Happened to the Sabbath? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/25/23

Pray, Think, Act (Fr. Augustine Wetta, O.S.B) 5/24/23

Equal Opportunity vs Affirmative Action (Dr. Judge Glock) 5/23/23

Pro-Trans Legislation? (Terry Schilling) 5/23/23

Telling Lies About Life (Eileen Den Bleyker) 5/22/23

Should Catholics Care About Kings? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/19/23

Catholic Response to Crisis Pregnancy (Ally Laake) 5/18/23

What St. Thomas Aquinas Didn’t Say (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 5/17/23

Evaluating Catholic Schools (Kelly Salomon/Dr. Denise Donohue) 5/16/23

Whatever Happened to Christian Culture? (Michael Warren Davis) 5/15/23

Fact-Checking Theologians, Part 2 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/12/23

Nefarious: The Must-See Movie (Cary Solomon) 5/15/23

Hate Crimes against Churches (Raymond Ibrahim) 5/10/23

Guess Who Else Hates Catholics? (Matt Archbold) 5/9/23

Five Ways to Protect Your Family (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 5/8/23

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 5

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 4

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 3

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 2

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Spring On-Air Appeal - Day 1

Fact-Checking Catholic Theologians, Part 1 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/28/23

Invalid Marriages? (Leila Lawler) 4/27/23

Conservatives Pretending to Conserve? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 4/26/23

Learning to Lead On Abortion (Jon Schweppe) 4/25/23

The Cold War: Then & Now (Bill Whittle) 4/24/23

Sunday Mass At St. Typical’s (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/21/23

Confessing Your Whole Life (Fr. Bill Watson, S.J.) 4/20/23

Confession: A Pastor’s View (Fr. Casey Jones) 4/19/23

Catechesis & Confession (Joe Heschmeyer) 4/18/23

Canon Law & Confession (Fr. Gerald Murray) 4/17/23

Resurrection As A Way of Life (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/14/23

Church or Social Work? (Fr. John Perricone) 4/13/23

The Most Important Sentence In Scripture (Dr. Scott Hahn) 4/12/23

Good News for Catholic Men (Joe Condit) 4/11/23

Winning Hearts & Minds for Life (Shawn Carney) 4/10/23

The Final Prayer of Christ (Fr. Robert Nixon OSB) 4/5/23

Silence, Anti-Silence, and the Spiritual Life (Sarah Cain) 4/4/23

Holy Week & The Four Last Things (Fr. Bill Watson, S.J.) 4/3/23

Lent: It's Still Not Too Late (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/31/23

Embracing Failure (Rafael Mangual) 3/30/23

Where To, New York? (John Ketcham) 3/29/23

In Search of a Right Populist Ideology (Martin Gurri) 3/28/23

The Fed Goes Underwater (Dr. Judge Glock) 3/27/23

Beware of Hopium and Copium (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/24/23

Another Look at Adam and Eve (Mary Eberstadt) 3/23/23

A Eucharistic Revolt (Fr. Casey Jones) 3/22/23

Fixing a Culture in Crisis (Dr. Duke Pesta) 3/21/23

College: Whites and Asians Need Not Apply (Peachy Keenan) 3/20/23

The Common Good—and Other Distractions (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/17/23

Who Needs a Holy Death? (Fr. Robert Nixon) 3/16/23

Second Thoughts About Covid? (Shannon Joy) 3/15/23

The Post-Covid States of America (Nicole Gelinas) 3/14/23

Covid: True or False? (Dr. Robert Malone) 3/13/23

Fact-Checking Clerics, Part 3 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/10/23

A Canonist Looks At Traditionis Custodes (Fr. Gerald Murray) 3/9/23

Traditional Catholics: Facts & Figures (Fr. Donald Kloster) 3/8/23

Finding Liturgical Truth (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) 3/7/23

Closing the Door on Tradition? (Dom Alcuin Reid) 3/6/23

Straight Talk about Sin, Guilt and Shame (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/3/23

Fasting & Abstinence — What You Need To Know (Matthew Plese) 3/2/23

Frontline Reports on the Battle for Life (Shawn Carney) 3/1/23

Updates on the National Catholic Men’s Conference (Joe Condit) 2/28/23

Does the TLM Have A Future (Dr. Joseph Shaw) 2/27/23

Fact-Checking Clerics, Part 2 (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/24/23

The Prayer Book for Tired Parents (Debbie Cowden) 2/23/23

The Endless Lent of Persecuted Christians (Raymond Ibrahim) 2/22/23

Any Good News for Faithful Catholics? (Dr. Anthony Stine) 2/21/23

What is the Biosecurity State? (James Corbett) 2/20/23

Love and Hate Between Church and State (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/17/23

The Best Catechism You’ve Never Heard of (Mathew Plese) 2/16/23

Who Needs Another Lent? (Dr. Scott Hahn) 2/15/23

Whatever Happened to Normal? (Matt Archbold) 2/14/23

Anti-Catholics in Catholic Education? (Michael Hichborn) 2/13/23

Foundations for Spiritual Warfare (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/10/23

Social Credit: Could It Happen Here? (Corbin Barthold) 2/9/23

What Is the Heresy of Americanism? (Jerome German) 2/8/23

Death — Don’t Do It Wrong! (Sarah Cain) 2/7/23

Suggestions for the Eucharistic Revival (Fr. John Perricone) 2/6/23

Let's Fact-Check A Cardinal (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/3/23

Another Look at St. Joseph (Dr. Paul Thigpen) 2/2/23

Memory, Despair, and Hope (Hans Zeiger) 2/1/23

Big Pharma and Obesity (Tristan Justice) 1/31/23

Victories in the Ongoing Battle for Life (Missy Martinez-Stone) 1/30/23

Who Is Persecuting the Church? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/27/23

The Moral Wisdom of the Catholic Church (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) 1/26/22

On the Necessity of Latin (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 1/25/23

Can the US “Follow the Science”? (Terry Schilling) 1/24/23

“Died Suddenly” (Ed Dowd) 1/23/23

Who Needs Worship? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/20/23

The Devil and Bella Dodd (Dr. Paul Kengor) 1/19/23

Bureaucratic Bullies (Theodore Dalrymple) 1/18/23

Pro-Life Without Apology (Rebecca Kiessling) 1/17/23

What Is the Common Good? (Dennis Knapp) 1/16/23

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Winter On-Air Appeal - Day 2

Ask Father McTeigue 2023 Winter On-Air Appeal - Day 1

“Gender Affirming Care” And Other Lies (Dr. Leor Sapir) 1/11/23

The Rise of Bureaugamy (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 1/10/23

Government Internet Censorship (Mike Benz) 1/9/23

A Closer Look at Faith and Reason (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/6/23

Benedict XVI: Defender of the Faith (Joseph Pearce) 1/5/23

Pope Benedict XVI & Islam (Raymond Ibrahim) 1/3/23

Pope Benedict XVI: A Retrospective (Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J) 1/2/23

Who Needs Another New Year? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/30/22

Let’s Climb Mount Carmel (Fr. Jeffrey Kirby) 12/29/22

Seeking the Wrong Savior (Sarah Cain) 12/28/22

Who Needs Martyrs? (Greg Cook) 12/27/22

Pre-Christmas Reflections (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/23/22

How to have a Biblical Christmas (Dr. Scott Hahn) 12/22/22

Silencing the Pro Life Movement (Shawn Carney) 12/21/22

Who’s Grooming Our Children? (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 12/20/22

The Transgender Leviathan (Pedro Gonzalez) 12/19/22

Running Out of Time (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/16/22

Synodality — It’s Bigger Than You Think (Matt Gaspers) 12/15/22

G.K. Chesterton Starts a New School! (Dale Ahlquist) 12/14/22

The Twitter Revelations (Jon Schweppe) 12/13/22

Are You A Cog In The Machine? (James Patrick Riley) 12/12/22

A Time for Choosing (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/9/22

A Jesuit’s Secret Life (Phil Lawler) 12/8/22

Marian Sounds of Advent (Fr. Abbot Philip Anderson O.S.B.) 12/7/22

Synod—For Better or Worse? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 12/6/22

Boys Failing School—or Schools Failing Boys? (Kay Hymowitz) 12/5/22

Advent: The Beginning of the End (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/2/22

So Near to Christmas (Raymond Arroyo/Eric Sammons) 12/1/22

Can Parents Reform Public Education? (Nate Hochman) 11/30/22

Why Investigate Miracles? (Michael O’Neill) 11/29/22

Rescuing Culture From the Academics (Dr. Anthony Esolen) 11/28/22

Sanctity and Personality (Kristin Barlow) 11/23/22

Who’s Stealing Our Holidays? (Dr. John Grondelski) 11/22/22

Mid-Term Homeschool Checkup (Mary Carmichael) 11/21/22

Why the Devil Hates Men (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/18/22

The Eastern Defenders of Christendom (Raymond Ibrahim) 11/17/22

Is the Music at Mass Making You Sick? (Fr. John Perricone) 11/16/22

Bring Back the Box! (Jerome German) 11/15/22

Post-Birth Abortion – For Real? (Shawn Carney) 11/14/22

Faithful Citizenship (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/11/22

What Is Holiness? (Dr. Scott Hahn) 11/10/22

Restarting World War I (John Zmirak) 11/9/22

The Economic Disaster of the Pandemic (Jeffrey Tucker) 11/8/22

Why Transgenderism? Why Now? (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse/Dr. Paul Hruz) 11/7/22

Why Have the Prophets Fallen Silent? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/4/22

Where Does Doctrine Come From? (Dr. Jim Papandrea) 11/3/22

Does the Church Need to Be Fixed (Michael Warren Davis) 11/2/22

You Can’t Handle the Truth! (Matt Archbold) 11/1/22

What Can Americans Expect From Inflation? (Steve Cortes) 10/31/22

Should We Fight for the Truth? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/28/22

Clarence Thomas: In His Own Words (Mark Paoletta) 10/27/22

Where Are Your Donations Going Now? (Michael Hichborn) 10/26/22

The Value of Speaking in Parables (Harry Crocker) 10/25/22

What Happened to “My Body, My Choice”? (John Horvat) 10/24/22

Conscience — You're Probably Doing It Wrong (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/21/22

How to Be a Conspiracy Realist (James Corbett) 10/20/22

What’s Next for Catholic Doctors? (Dr. Steven White) 10/19/22

Vatican II at 60: Now What? (Fr. Perricone) 10/18/22

Subsidizing Addiction (Dr. Judge Glock) 10/17/22

Catching a Glimpse of Hell (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/14/22

Mobile Clinics for Abortion Tourism (Shawn Carney) 10/13/22

Updates on Current Madness (Matt Archbold) 10/12/22

Ministry in a Time of Disaster (Fr. Casey Jones) 10/11/22

The Green War on Clean Energy (Jim Meigs) 10/10/22

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Ask Father McTeigue - Day 2

Ask Father McTeigue - Day 1

Has the Church Been Renewed? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/30/22

The World Through Roman Eyes (Bree Dail) 9/28/22

Who Needs Religious Freedom? (Philumina Johanni) 9/27/22

Liturgical Whistleblowers: Then and Now (Dr. Joseph Shaw) 9/26/22

Evil — It's Not What You Think (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/23/22

Why You Need to Get Holy (Fr. Jeffrey Kirby) 9/22/22

The Elite Panic of 2022 (Martin Gurri) 9/21/22

Protecting Women and Children (Missy Martinez-Stone) 9/20/22

What Is the Augustine Option? (Michael Warren Davis) 9/19/22

Are You Ready to be Hated? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/16/22

Mastering Anger and Frustration (Dr. Ray Guarendi) 9/15/22

Is Reason Accessible Without Christ? (Fr. David Nix) 9/14/22

Who Needs Chastisement? (Anthony Stine) 9/13/22

Remembering the Battle of Lepanto (Joseph Pearce) 9/12/22

Goodbye American Empire? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/9/22

Reading the Bible Like the Fathers (Mike Aquilina) 9/8/22

How to Pray Always (Fr. Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V.) 9/7/22

The Ongoing Battle for Life (Mario Balaban/Senator Chuck Grassley) 9/6/22

Building a Better Dystopia (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 9/2/22

Are America’s Best Days Behind Us? (Bill Whittle) 9/1/22

How to Make a Missionary (Fr. Kevin Dyer, S.J.) 8/31/22

Who Defines Marriage: God, or Government? (Sarah Cain) 8/30/22

Why Punish Whistleblowers? (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 8/29/22

Who’s Scared of the Rosary? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/26/22

Do We Need Catholic Poetry? (Dr. Anthony Esolen) 8/25/22

The Eugenics of ‘Designer Babies’ (Jordan Boyd) 8/24/22

When Does a Thought Become Mortal Sin? (Fr. Bill Watson, S.J.) 8/23/22

Let Priests Be Priests (Jerome German) 8/22/22

4 Year Anniversary (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/19/22

Technology: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (Joe Garcia) 8/18/22

Calming the Storm (Fr. Gerald Murray) 8/17/22

Are You Looking Forward to College? (Matt Lamb) 8/16/22

Doomscrolling Past Christ (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 8/15/22

Why Despise Children? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 8/12/22

Finding Your Identity in Christ (Kristin Barlow) 8/11/22

Is Traditional Catholicism a Sin? (Matt Archbold) 8/10/22

A Hermeneutic of Envy (Dr. Anne Hendershott) 8/9/22

China — Now What? (Elizabeth Yore) 8/8/22

The War on Silence (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/5/22

The Lies of Progressive Catholicism (Katie Gillio) 8/4/22

Is Homeschooling Right for Your Family? (Mary Carmichael) 8/3/22

Guess Who’s Cozy With the Chi-Coms? (Jon Schweppe) 8/2/22

The Corruption of the Institutions (Dr. Thaddeus Kozinski) 8/1/22

Detecting Spiritual Blindness (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 7/29/22

Why Are Pro-Lifers Hated? (Tom Brejcha) 7/28/22

Whatever Happened to the Rule of Law? (Sarah Cain) 7/27/22

Can We Have Parishes Without Priests? (Michael Hichborn) 7/26/22

Defenders of the West (Raymond Ibrahim) 7/25/22

Priests Are True Fathers (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 7/22/22

Is There Any Hope for Women's Sports? (Terry Schilling) 7/21/22

Grade Inflation: The Great Destroyer (Wai Wah Chin) 7/20/22

<p>We welcome back Wai Wah Chin of the Manhattan Institute to discuss her article in City Journal regarding the phenomena of "Grade Inflation". Why are some educators downplaying the importance of subject competence, and what effect does that have on a student?</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.city-journal.org/grade-inflation-equity-and-educational-integrity" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Other Inflation</a></li> <li><a href= "https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1549256988122652673.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter Thread: Data Regarding the San Francisco Board of Education</a></li> <li><a href= "https://freddiedeboer.substack.com/p/you-arent-actually-mad-at-the-sats?s=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener">You Aren't Actually Mad at the SATs</a></li> </ul>

The Marian Blue Wave (Katie Brown) 7/19/22

<p>We welcome Katie Brown of the American Life League to discuss their initiative, the Marian Blue Wave. How important is prayer in this stage of the Pro-Life movement? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts, reflecting on the news of the day.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://marianbluewave.com/2022/06/30/national-prayers-focus-on-shutting-down-massachusetts-planned-parenthood-mega-facility/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Prayers Focus on Shutting Down Massachusetts Planned Parenthood Mega Facility</a> <br></li> <li><a href="https://marianbluewave.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">The Marian Blue Wave </a> <br></li> <li><a href="https://all.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The American Life League</a></li> </ul>

Civil Liberties 101 (Dr. Julie Ponesse) 7/18/22

<p>We welcome back Dr. Julie Ponesse, the Pandemic Ethics Scholar for The Democracy Fund, to discuss her new series Civil Liberties 101. How do we fight against the epidemic of passivity in our modern cult of the expert?</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.thedemocracyfund.ca/civil_liberties_101" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Civil Liberties 101</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.mychoicebook.ca/buy" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">My Choice: The Ethical Case Against COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates</a></li> <li><a href="https://julieponesse.podbean.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More Questions Than Answers Podcast</a></li> <li><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2022/02/11/the-2-reasons-totalitarian-states-detest-the-church/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Two Reasons Totalitarian States Detest the Church</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.calebontiveros.com/on-being-angry-forever/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">On Being Angry Forever</a></li> </ul>

Confronting Post-Roe Rage (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 7/15/22

<p>In <em>Let's Talk About This</em>, Father McTeigue focuses on the hate and vitriol in reaction to the <em>Dobbs</em> decision, both online and in person. What can the prophet Isaiah teach us about our inverted and perverted culture? Father finishes with <em>Weekend Readiness</em>, helping you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://tv.gab.com/channel/crusadergal/view/warren-targets-pregnancy-centers-62cf297c2102eebc668660ca" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Warren Targets Pregnancy Centers</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.conservativereview.com/the-doj-is-creating-a-reproductive-rights-task-force-heres-what-we-know-2657657106.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The DOJ Is Creating A ‘Reproductive Rights Task Force.’ Here’s What We Know</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.zerohedge.com/political/they-should-never-know-peace-again-harvard-instructor-calls-people-accost-justices-public" target="_blank" rel="noopener">They "Should Never Know Peace Again": Harvard Instructor Calls For People To "Accost" Justices In Public</a></li> <li><a href= "https://stream.org/dont-clean-pro-abort-graffiti-off-churches-and-pregnancy-centers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Don’t Clean Pro-Abort Graffiti Off Churches and Pregnancy Centers</a></li> </ul>

TLM:  Dead and Buried? (Dr. Joseph Shaw) 7/14/22

<p>We welcome back Dr. Joseph Shaw of the Latin Mass Society of England and Wales to discuss the latest document from Rome on the liturgy. Is the Mass commonly celebrated in parishes what Vatican II actually called for? Is it possible to course correct?</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://onepeterfive.com/pope-francis-liturgical-longing/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Pope Francis’ Liturgical Longing</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.newliturgicalmovement.org/2022/04/best-quotes-on-liturgy-by-joseph.html#.Ys7mUmDMJPY" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Best Quotes on the Liturgy by Joseph Ratzinger / Benedict XVI</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.thecatholicthing.org/2022/07/10/the-mass-according-to-vatican-ii/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Mass According to Vatican II</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_letters/documents/20220629-lettera-ap-desiderio-desideravi.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apostolic Letter - DESIDERIO DESIDERAVI</a></li> </ul>

The Genesis of Gender (Dr. Abigail Favale) 7/13/22

<p>We welcome Dr. Abigail Favale of Notre Dame University to discuss her new book with Ignatius Press: The Genesis of Gender. What does God reveal about Himself in making us either male or female, and why does that matter?</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://ignatius.com/the-genesis-of-gender-ggp/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Into-Deep-Unlikely-Catholic-Conversion/dp/1532605013/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Into the Deep: An Unlikely Catholic Conversion</a></li> <li><a href="https://couragerc.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Courage International</a></li> </ul> <p> </p>

The Supreme Court & Religious Schools, Now What? (Rabbi Yaakov Menken) 7/12/22

<p>We welcome Rabbi Yaakov Menken of the Coalition for Jewish Values to discuss the funding of religious schools, as well as the crucial difference between "freedom of religion" and "freedom from religion". Father McTeigue finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://coalitionforjewishvalues.org/2022/06/rabbis-welcome-scotus-decision-supporting-parental-choice-of-religious-schooling/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rabbis Welcome SCOTUS Decision Supporting Parental Choice of Religious Schooling</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2022-06-21/supreme-court-rules-for-parents-seeking-state-aid-for-religious-schools" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Supreme Court Rules for Parents Seeking State Aid for Religious Schools</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/maine-ags-response-to-supreme-court-win-for-religious-schools-blasted-as-baffling-and-offensive/ar-AAZ13fQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Maine AG's Response to Supreme Court Win for Religious Schools Blasted as 'Baffling and Offensive'</a></li> <li><a href= "https://coalitionforjewishvalues.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20-1088-tsac-COLPA.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amici Curiae of The National Jewish Commission On Law and Public Affairs (“COLPA”) and Other Orthodox Jewish Organizations in Support of Petitioners</a></li> <li> </li> </ul>

What’s a Synod & Why Do We Need One? (Fr. John Perricone) 7/11/22

<p>We welcome Fr. John Perricone of Iona College to discuss Synodality and the concept of "Synodal Listening". How does that differ from Marian listening, and does that difference matter?</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.crisismagazine.com/2022/the-navel-gazing-of-synodal-listening" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Navel-Gazing of Synodal “Listening”</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fatherperricone.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Father Perricone's Website</a></li> <li><a href= "https://returntotradition.org/the-wisdom-of-demons-was-invoked-in-the-australian-synod/"> The "Wisdom" Of Demons Was Invoked In The Australian Synod</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fisheaters.com/catholiclibrary.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fish Eaters - Online Catholic Library</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fisheaters.com/baltimorecatechism4.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Baltimore Catechism - Volume 4 PDF</a></li> <li><a href= "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jJBtbe6kz9kJcV1IFmVJGR5eDZSf7PkG/view" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Jesuits: History's Most Effective Special Operators</a></li> </ul>

Why Celebrate Abnormality? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 7/8/22

<p>In <em>Let's Talk About This</em>, Father McTeigue asks why it is that we want what is not good for us? What happens to the appetites of a society ruled by crafty men? Is evil really inevitable? Father finishes with <em>Weekend Readiness</em> to help you prepare for Sunday Mass.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.crisismagazine.com/2022/celebrating-abnormal-behavior" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celebrating Abnormal Behavior</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.crisismagazine.com/2022/the-lost-symbolism-of-the-liturgy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Lost Symbolism of the Liturgy</a></li> <li><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2021/08/06/why-do-we-desire-whats-bad-for-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Why Do We Desire What’s Bad for Us?</a></li> <li><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2015/07/21/worship-in-a-time-of-war/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Worship in a Time of War</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2022/07/08/executive-order-on-protecting-access-to-reproductive-healthcare-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Executive Order on Protecting Access to Reproductive Healthcare Services</a></li> </ul>

How Supreme Court Justices are Made (Mike Davis) 7/7/22

<p>We welcome Mike Davis of the Article III Project to discuss the process of a Supreme Court nomination. How did it become so politicized, and is there any hope of a return to judicial sobriety?</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://article3project.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">The Article III Project</a></li> <li><a href= "https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/ketanji-brown-jackson-will-be-sworn-tomorrow-noon?utm_source=sf&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=twjtn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to be Sworn-In Thursday to Supreme Court After Breyer Officially Retires</a></li> <li><a href= "https://townhall.com/tipsheet/leahbarkoukis/2022/06/28/former-gorsuch-law-clerk-to-susan-collins-you-have-a-fundamental-misunderstanding-of-the-law-of-precedent-n2609429" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Former Gorsuch Law Clerk to Susan Collins: You Have a 'Fundamental Misunderstanding of the Law of Precedent'</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Republic-If-You-Can-Keep/dp/0525576789" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A Republic, If You Can Keep It</a></li> </ul>

Roe Is Gone - The Fight Continues (Dr. Steven Christie, M.D., J.D) 7/6/22

<p>We welcome back Dr. Steven Christie to discuss the Dobbs decision from both the legal and spiritual dimension. What led us to where we are today, and where do we go from here? Do check out his book <em>Speaking for the Unborn: 30-Second Pro-Life Rebuttals to Pro-Choice Arguments</em>.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Speaking-Unborn-30-Second-Rebuttals-Pro-Choice/dp/1645851877" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Speaking for the Unborn: 30-Second Pro-Life Rebuttals to Pro-Choice Arguments</a></li> <li><a href="https://speakingfortheunborn.com/">Speaking for the Unborn Website</a></li> <li><a href="http://gabrielproject.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">The Gabriel Project</a></li> <li><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/21829772" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">The Catholic Current Episode - Speaking for the Unborn</a></li> <li><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/23534216" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">The Catholic Current Episode - Goodbye to Roe! Now What?</a></li> </ul>

An Alternative to Disney? (Jordan Harmon) 7/5/22

<p>We welcome Jordan Harmon of Angel Studios to the show to discuss his family-friendly alternative to the popular on-demand video services. What drives someone to launch a project like this? Is there even a demand for such a product? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts, reflecting on a personally important anniversary.</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.angel.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Angel Studios</a></li> <li><a href= "https://press.angel.com/press-release/angel-studios-announces-over-usd100-million-in-new-original-content" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Angel Studios Announces Over $100 Million in New Original Content at Annual “Illuminate” Event</a></li> <li><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/11/01/have-we-surrendered-our-kids-to-the-popular-culture/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Have We Surrendered Our Kids to the Popular Culture?</a></li> <li><a href= "https://aleteia.org/2017/06/21/parenting-in-the-pop-culture-preparing-our-children-for-heaven-or-hell/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Parenting in the Pop Culture: Prepping Our Children for Heaven or Hell?</a></li> <li><a href="https://tinyurl.com/yc57fjn9" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Fr. McTeigue's TEDx Talk: The Word Cannot Be Cancelled</a></li> <li><a href= "https://archive.org/search.php?query=creator%3A%22Weiss%2C+Paul%2C+1901-2002%22" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Author Page Dr. Paul Weiss - Partial Book Archive</a></li> </ul>

Meet America’s Death Cult (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 7/1/22

<p>In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue breaks down a disturbing article where the author comes very close to admitting the realities of abortion. What won't she admit, and why did Fr. McTeigue have to invent a word in order to explain why she didn't? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.thenation.com/article/society/abortion-ethics-gestation-reproduction/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Nation Article: Abortion Involves Killing–and That’s OK!</a></li> <li><a href= "https://thefederalist.com/2022/06/24/if-youre-frightened-of-post-roe-america-consider-how-liberating-dobbs-is/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">If You’re Frightened Of Post-Roe America, Consider How Liberating Dobbs Is</a></li> <li><a href= "https://humanlifereview.com/the-legal-consequences-of-dobbs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Legal Consequences of Dobbs</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/refuting-the-violinist-argument-for-abortion" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Refuting the “Violinist Argument” for Abortion</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.ivpress.com/the-unaborted-socrates" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Unaborted Socrates: A Dramatic Debate on the Issues Surrounding Abortion</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.regnery.com/9781684513505/tearing-us-apart/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing</a></li> <li><a href="https://speakingfortheunborn.com/the-book/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Speaking for the Unborn: 30-Second Rebuttals to Pro-Choice Arguments</a></li> </ul>

Abortion: Harming Everything & Solving Nothing (Ryan Anderson & Alexandra DeSanctis, Charles LiMandri) 6/30/22

<p>In this special episode, we welcome co-authors Ryan Anderson and Alexandra DeSanctis of the Ethics and Public Policy Center to discuss their new book with Regnery, Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing. We're then joined by Catholic lawyer Charles LiMandri of the Thomas More Society to discuss defending Pro-Life organizations in court. Do check out all of their great work.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.regnery.com/9781684513505/tearing-us-apart/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.newsweek.com/roe-was-wrong-day-it-was-decided-supreme-court-did-right-thing-opinion-1719085" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Roe Was Wrong the Day it Was Decided. The Supreme Court Did The Right Thing | Opinion</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.nationalreview.com/magazine/2022/07/11/making-abortion-illegal-and-unthinkable/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Making Abortion Illegal and Unthinkable</a></li> <li><a href="https://thomasmoresociety.org/pro-life-legal-help/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pro-Life Legal Help</a></li> <li><a href= "https://thomasmoresociety.org/attorney-response-to-planned-disruption-of-religious-worship-services-on-mothers-day/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Attorney Response to Planned Disruption of Religious Worship Services on Mother’s Day</a></li> </ul>

A Return to Moral Sanity? (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) 6/29/22

<p>We welcome back Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J. of the Magis Center to discuss the Dobbs decision. Why was Roe wrong from the beginning legally, and is there a spiritual explanation for the demonstrations that have taken place since the decision was handed out?</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2022/06/26/abortion-activists-charged-with-attempting-to-murder-police-during-violent-protest/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Abortion Activists Charged With Attempting to Murder Police During Violent Protest</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.lifenews.com/2022/06/27/pro-life-legislator-had-to-use-scissors-to-defend-herself-when-pro-abortion-extremists-terrorized-arizona-capitol/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pro-Life Legislator Had to Use Scissors to Defend Herself When Pro-Abortion Extremists Terrorized Arizona Capitol</a></li> <li><a href="https://magiscenter.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">The Magis Center</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healingtheculture.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Healing the Culture</a></li> </ul>

Pro-Life, Post-Roe (Jim Havens) 6/28/22

<p>We welcome back Jim Havens of The Simple Truth to discuss the next steps for the Pro-Life movement after the overturning of Roe v Wade. Father McTeigue finishes with some Timely Thoughts.</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.hosea4you.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Hosea Initiative</a></li> <li><a href="https://hopeafterabortion.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Project Rachel</a></li> <li><a href="https://helpforpregnantwomen.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gabriel Project</a></li> <li><a href="https://lovewillendabortion.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Love Will End Abortion</a></li> <li><a href= "https://happydespitethem.blogspot.com/2022/06/is-elijah-too-harsh-bishop-barron.html?m=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Is Elijah Too Harsh? Bishop Barron Thinks So</a></li> </ul>

Keep Your Kids Safe During the Summer Months (Steve Pokorny) 6/27/22

<p>We welcome back Steve Pokorny of Freedom Coaching to discuss the scourge of internet pornography, and how to raise children so that they do not fall prey to it.</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://freedom-coaching.net/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Freedom Coaching</a></li> <li><a href="https://meetcircle.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Circle - Screen Time Management and Parental Control</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.qustodio.com/en/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Qustodio - Parental Control</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802450601/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Hooked: New Science on How Casual Sex is Affecting Our Children</a></li> </ul>

Goodbye to Roe! Now What? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 6/24/22

<p>On this one year anniversary of Let's Talk About This, Father McTeigue reflects on the incredible news of the overturning of Roe vs. Wade, even sharing his homily from his morning Mass. What have the reactions been, and what do we do now? He finishes with Weekend Readiness preparing you for Sunday Mass.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/19-1392_6j37.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Supreme Court Opinion - Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization</a></li> <li><a href= "https://abc7.com/which-states-ban-abortion-banning-is-illegal-trigger-laws/11992746/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Which States Are Banning Abortion Immediately? - With Map</a></li> <li><a href="https://aleteia.org/2016/08/31/a-martyr-for-marriage/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A Martyr For Marriage?</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/12-promises-of-the-sacred-heart-13683" target="_blank" rel="noopener">12 Promises of the Sacred Heart</a></li> </ul>

The Springtime That Never Came (Bishop Athanasius Schneider) 6/23/22

<p>We welcome to the show Bishop Athanasius Schneider of Kazakhstan to discuss the Church after Vatican II. What was promised, and what happened as a result? Do check out his latest book with Sophia Institute Press: The Springtime That Never Came.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-springtime-that-never-came" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Springtime that Never Came: In conversation with Paweł Lisicki</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.crisismagazine.com/2022/i-am-a-restorationist" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">I Am a Restorationist</a></li> </ul>

Has America Lost Its Way? (Matt Archbold, Sarah Cain) 6/22/22

<p>We welcome back friends of the show Matt Archbold and Sarah Cain to discuss the state of modern American culture. Looking at the headlines, it's clear that many things have gone wrong, but what can we do about it?</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://creativeminorityreport.com/blog/2022/06/20/percentage-of-americans-who-profess-belief-in-god-drops-to-all-time-low/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Percentage of Americans Who Profess Belief in God Drops to All Time Low</a></li> <li><a href= "https://crusadergal.substack.com/p/the-young-are-dying-to-matter-in" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Young Are Dying to Matter in Our Secular World</a></li> <li><a href= "https://tv.gab.com/channel/crusadergal/view/remember-when-fox-news-was-pro-family-62ae2330f8db8004b056142d" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Remember When Fox News Was Pro-Family?</a></li> </ul>

Corpus Christi & Eucharistic Devotion (Teresa Tomeo) 6/21/22

<p>We welcome back Teresa Tomeo of EWTN to discuss the Real Presence, pilgrimages, and the necessity of quiet reflection in the life of faith. Check out her upcoming pilgrimage, <em>Living La Dolce Fede: the Sweet Life of Faith. </em>Father Finishes with Timely Thoughts.</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://catholicexchange.com/new-italian-pilgrimage-la-dolce-fide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">New Italian Pilgrimage: La Dolce Fide</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.ctscentral.net/trips/pilgrimages/ttc-tomeo-italy-20221106/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Living La Dolce Fide: The Sweet Life of Faith</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The National Eucharistic Revival</a></li> <li><a href= "https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/21842804" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">The Catholic Current - Scripture, Tradition, and Science on the Real Presence (Dr. Stacy Trasancos)</a></li> </ul>

Who Are the New Cardinals? (Dr. Anthony Stine) 6/20/22

Who’s Losing the Culture War? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 6/17/22

Civilization, Christendom & the West (Dr. Duke Pesta) 6/16/22

The Economics & Language of Abortion (Mary Szoch) 6/15/22

75 Years of Priesthood (Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.) 6/14/22

Who Cares About the Apostles? (Rod Bennett) 6/13/22

Depressed? Demoralized? What’s the Difference? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 6/10/22

Getting Un-Confused About Gender (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 6/9/22

Serving Christ on Mission in Asia (Tricia Bølle) 6/8/22

Abortion and the Sexual Revolution (George Neumayr) 6/7/22

Truth In a Culture of Lies (Fr. Jeffrey Kirby) 6/6/22

Who Killed Childhood? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 6/3/22

Why Don’t Corporations Like Us? (Terry Schilling) 6/2/22

Where is Free Speech Safe? (Cherise Trump) 6/1/22

Who Needs Angels? (Anthony DeStefano) 5/31/22

World Health Organization: Friend or Foe? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 5/27/22

Do Men Need to Apologize for Masculinity? (Dr. Anthony Esolen) 5/26/22

Faith in Medicine Will Again Be Tested (Sarah Cain) 5/25/22

Who Improved the Mass? (Cameron O'Hearn) 5/24/22

Does the Pro-Life Movement Have a Future? (Michael Kenney) 5/23/22

Catholic Excuses for Abortion (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 5/20/22

The Economics of the Parables (Fr. Robert Sirico) 5/19/22

Getting Older - Everyone's Doing It (Kerry Foley) 5/18/22

Who Is Vandalizing Our Churches? (Matt Archbold) 5/17/22

No, Annulment Is NOT Catholic Divorce (Fr. Gerald Murray) 5/16/22

Why Is Family Life So Hard? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/29/22

Fearing Death Is for the Pagans (Raymond Dansereau) 4/28/22

Amazon's Tolkien: Will They Do It Right? (Ben Reinhard) 4/27/22

The Incarnation, and Why Matter Matters (Jerome German) 04/26/22

The Death of Secular Conservatism (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 04/25/22

What Ever Happened to Disney? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 04/22/22

Who Needs Catholic Masculinity? (Kennedy Hall) 04/21/22

How Do You Experience and Express Joy? (Kristin Barlow) 04/20/22

Is There Any Good News to Share? (Sarah Corriher/Barbara Gaskell) 04/19/2022

Christ Is Risen, Now What? (Fr. Bill Watson, S.J.) 04/18/2022

Obedience and Hope In Times of Trial (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski & Fr. Joseph Fessio) 04/13/22

Hunter Biden, the Rule of Law, and Catholic Institutions (Jack Maxey) 04/11/22

Why Is It So Easy To Hate? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 04/08/22

Dante: A Lenten Companion (Fr. Francisco Nahoe, OFMConv) 04/07/22

Are You Trying to Please God, or Twitter? (Matt Archbold) 04/06/22

Who Is Justice Clarence Thomas, and Why Do They Hate Him? (Tristan Justice) 04/05/22

Who's Next on the Supreme Court? (Jordan Boyd) 04/04/22

Why Do We Believe Lies? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 04/01/22

Pro-Abortion Recipients of Catholic Honors (Patrick Reilly) 03/31/22

The Benefits of Risk (Allison Schrager) 03/30/22

Who Actually Supports Youth Gender Identity Education? (Terry Schilling) 03/29/22

So What Happened With That Consecration? (Dr. Anthony Stine) 03/28/22

Can There Ever Be a Just War? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 03/25/22

The Ethics of Vaccine Mandates (Dr. Julie Ponesse) 03/24/22

Why Are Young People Turning to Tradition? (David Dashiell) 03/23/22

Discrimination and Violence Against Asian-Americans (Wai Wah Chin) 03/22/22

Transgenderism and the Law (Dr. Leor Sapir) 03/21/22

Yes, They ARE Coming For Your Children (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 03/18/22

Evil, Villains, and Good Stories (Bill Whittle & Nick Laing) 03/17/22

Exploring the Miraculous (Michael O'Neill) 03/16/22

They Don’t Make Funerals Like They Used To (Timothy Williams) 03/15/22

Emotions, Trauma, and the Spiritual Life (Kristin Barlow) 03/14/22

Infanticide: When Abortion Isn't Enough (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 03/11/22

Heroes of Liberty (Bethany Mandel) 03/10/22

Queering the Culture (Ryan Anderson/Emma-Jo Morris) 03/09/22

Who Needs Women's History Month? (Sarah Corriher) 03/08/22

Fear, Faith & Covid-19 (Dennis Prager) 03/07/22

Worship In a Time of War (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 03/04/22

The Pope, the Sacraments & the Law (Fr. Gerald Murray) 03/03/2022

Is the Bible "Hate Speech"? (Joy Pullmann) 03/02/2022

Have You Prepared For Lent? (Fr. Bill Watson, SJ) 03/01/22

Are You Really Born That Way? (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 02/28/22

NOW Is It Time To Panic? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 02/25/22

What Ever Happened to Free Speech? (Cherise Trump) 02/24/22

The St. Gallen Mafia (Julia Meloni) 02/23/22

All Eyes On Ottawa (Kennedy Hall) 02/22/22

Big Tech Is Not Your Friend (Allum Bokhari/Michelle Malkin) 02/21/22

What Ever Happened to Empathy? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 02/18/22

Parish Life After Covid (Fr. Casey Jones) 02/17/22

Pop Culture & Traditional Values (Bill Whittle & Nick Laing) 02/16/22

Is Satanism Going Public? (John Horvat II) 02/15/22

From Liberal Democracy to Global Totalitarianism (Dr. Thaddeus Kozinski) 02/14/22

Does Your Parish Have a Future? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 02/11/22

Elevator Pitches For Classical Education (Joshua Gibbs) 02/10/22

Covid Masks: Facts & Fantasies (James Agresti) 02/09/22

The Church: For Better & for Worse (Matt Gaspers) 02/08/22

Why Can't People Understand Each Other? (Kristin Barlow) 02/07/22

Is It Time for TV To Die? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 02/04/22

New Voices in Catholic Media (Gregory Luna/Mario Costabile) 02/03/22

Do School Boards Dislike Parents? (Shannon Joy) 02/02/22

What Ever Happened to Canada? (Kennedy Hall) 02/01/22

The Next Supreme Court Nomination (Adam White) 01/31/22

No, You Can’t Be Pro-Choice and Catholic! (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 01/28/22

Is America Breaking Up? (Michael Anton) 01/27/22

What I Saw at the March For Life (Terry Schilling) 01/26/22

The Rise of the Religiously Unaffiliated (George Neumayr) 01/25/22

False Positives in Prenatal Genetic Screening (Dr. Tara Sander Lee) 01/24/22

The Catholic Antidote to Mass Manipulation (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/21/22

Scripture, Tradition & Science on the Real Presence (Dr. Stacy Trasancos) 01/20/22

Speaking for the Unborn (Dr. Steven A. Christie) 01/19/22

Learning to Live with Tradition (Anthony Stine) 1/18/22

The Transformation of NYC Public High Schools (Ray Domanico) 01/17/22

Building Hope in 2022 - Fund Drive Highlights 01/14/22

How Catholicism Started Modern Science (Gary Michuta) 01/12/22

The Top Media Lies of 2021 (Sarah Corriher) 01/11/22

A Year of Madness, Mayhem & Tyranny (John Whitehead) 01/10/22

Spiritual Weapons for the New Year - Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 01/07/22

The Higher Education Cancelations of 2021 (Matt Lamb) 01/6/22

The Culture War is Lost - Now What? (Michael Warren Davis) 01/05/22

Limiting Women’s Sport to Biological Females (Terry Schilling) 01/04/22

One-Way Ticket to Liturgical Reform (Phil Lawler) 01/03/22

Light and Dark in the Christmas Season (Kevin Wells) 12/23/21

Will the Revival of Catholic Schools be Stopped? (Thomas Basile) 12/22/21

Is There a Catholic Case for Gun Ownership? (Eric Sammons) 12/21/21

States Stepping Up to Secure Our Borders (Gene Hamilton) 12/20/21

Weekend Readiness - 4th Sunday of Advent 12/17/21

Who Destroyed Notre Dame Cathedral? Let's Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue) 12/17/21

Fighting Woke Propaganda (Noelle Mering/ Stacy Langton) 12/16/21

Darkness vs.The Freedom of Love (Fiorella De Maria / Dr. Edward Sri ) 12/15/21

Catholics Starting to Stand Up (Liz Yore) 12/14/21

The Real Anthony Fauci (Robert F. Kennedy Jr.) 12/13/21

Who Needs Abortion? - Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/10/21

Weekend Readiness - 3rd Sunday of Advent 12/10/21

Learning to Live Porn-Free (Steve Pokorny) 12/09/21

Update on The Dobbs Case (Michael Kenney) 12/08/21

Biden’s Plan to Thwart Religious Freedom (George Neumayr) 12/07/21

The Mystery of Evil (Theodore Dalrymple) 12/06/21

Who Needs Catholics - Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 12/03/21

Weekend Readiness - 2nd Sunday of Advent 12/03/21

Meet the Tuttle Twins (Daniel Harmon) 12/02/21

The Genealogy of Woke Capitalism (Charles Fain Lehman) 12/01/21

Mandates & Madness (Dr. Jamie Obst / Jon Schweppe) 11/30/21

Replacing Police with Social Workers (Dr. Stephen Eide) 11/29/21

Being Prepared for Tough Talk at Thanksgiving (Fr. Bochanski) 11/24/21

Recap from the USCCB Meeting (Bishop Olson) 11/23/21

Fighting the Foes of Truth (Gary Michuta) 11/22/21

Who Owns the Eucharist? – Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/19/21

Weekend Readiness - The Solemnity of King of the Universe 11/19/21

The New Pagans & The Church (Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ) 11/18/21

Problems with the “9 Commandments for a Just Economy” (John Horvat II) 11/17/21

Updates from Rome (Bree Dail) 11/16/21

Teens, Transgender & Suicide (Dr. Michelle Cretella) 11/15/21

Old Errors & New Labels – Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/12/21

Weekend Readiness - 33nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 11/12/21

Founding a Real Christian University (Dr. Thaddeus Kozinski) 11/11/21

Reclaiming Vatican II (Fr. Blake Britton) 11/10/21

Elections: Fair or False? (Mollie Hemingway) 11/09/21

Politics in the Service of Life (Peter Navarro, Terry Schilling) 11/08/21

Censoring the Obvious - Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/08/21

Weekend Readiness - 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 11/07/21

How Saints Die (Thomas Jacobi) 11/04/21

May Catholics Read Horror Literature? (Dr. David Pinault) 11/03/21

Revolutionaries Welcomed at the Vatican? (Michael Hichborn) 11/02/21

Can We be Good Without God? (Sarah Corriher) 11/01/21

Ask Father McTeigue (Part 4) 10/29/21

Weekend Readiness - 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time 10/29/21

The Great Darkness & the Great Awakening (Fr Bill Watson) 10/28/21

What If your Religious Accommodation is Denied? (Christine Pratt, Ron Jenkins) 10/27/21

What to Expect from a Synod on Synods. (Matt Gaspers) 10/26/21

A Look at Purgatory (Oscar Delgado) 10/25/21

Weekend Readiness - 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time 10/22/21

Driving 200 Miles for an Abortion -Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/22/21

Campus Coercion vs. Parental Rights (Michael Knowles, Larry Sand) 10/21/21

New Voices for Life and Liberty (J.D. Vance, Karoline Leavitt) 10/20/21

Whatever Happened to the Culture Wars? (Dave Morrison) 10/19/21

Why Can’t Boys Become Men? (David Black) 10/18/21

Weekend Readiness - 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 10/15/21

Are You a Domestic Terrorist? - Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/15/21

The Side Effects of Covid Mandates (Victoria Taft) 10/14/21

Men Hurting from Abortion (Nathan Misirian) 10/13/21

Govt Targeting Parents (Jon Schweppe) 10/12/21

Defending Life & Liberty (Dr. Sander Lee, Rep. Paul Gosar) 10/11/21

Weekend Readiness - 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time 10/08/21

The Gospel According to COVID - Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/08/21

How Reducing Unemployment Benefits Reduced Unemployment (Noah Williams) 10/07/21

How Far Will Medical Authoritarianism Go? (Stacey Lennox) 10/06/21

The Gender Twilight Zone (Fr. Jones, Matt Archbold) 10/05/21

Getting to Know St Therese Better (Fr. Schrader, Anthony Ryan) 10/04/21

Ask Father McTeigue (Part 3) 10/01/21

Ask Father McTeigue (Part 2) 09/31/21

Ask Father McTeigue (Part 1) 09/29/21

Want a Baby? Get the App! -Let’s Talk About This (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 09/24/21

Pushing Back Against Mandates (Megan Fox, Chris Ferrara) 09/23/21