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The Catholic Church has a lot of different types of meetings from Church council meetings to nationwide assemblies. But today Paul Senz will discuss the biggest and most important type of councils—ecumenical councils. Get Your Copy of the "Church Councils: 100 Questions and Answers": https://ignatius.com/church-councils-cchqap/?searchuuid=23be7180-f41c-48cd-86a3-b9cc87eb5c18&search_query=councils There have only been twenty-two ecumenical councils since Ascension of Christ, but each one has had great impact on the life of the Church. The most recent ecumenical council was the Second Vatican Co
Currently, we are seeing a resurgence of traditional hymns and chant within the Church, and so today Fr. Elias joins us to talk about sacred music in the liturgy of the Mass. Get Your Copy of the "Pew Missal" : https://ignatius.com/search.php?search_query=pew%20missal§ion=product Fr. Elias Guadalupe Ford is the editor of the Ignatius Press Pew Missal which is an annual subscription-based worship aid to give Catholic parishes access to traditional chants, melodies, and antiphons. The goal is to meet the average parishioner where they are at and then introduce them to a liturgical resource t
Trent Horn joins us to provide Catholic answers to many common Protestant objections to the Catholic faith. Get Your Copy of “The Case for Catholicism” here: https://ignatius.com/the-case-for-catholicism-ccatp/?searchuuid=2a599fe4-f7b8-410c-be98-fad01a306c73&search_query=case+for+catholic A well-known apologist, Trent Horn discusses his well-researched and articulate book “The Case for Catholicism” where he addresses the Protestant objections to the Catholic teachings on Mary, purgatory, justification, and Tradition. In today’s episode, Trent not only talks about his book and what makes it uni
Today about 6% of all children and teens are homeschooled, and Kolbe Academy has been at the forefront of this trend for 40 years. Learn more about Kolbe Academy Here: www.kolbe.org Mary Rowles is the executive director of Kolbe Academy and today she joins Andrew Petiprin to discuss the history of homeschooling in America and the benefits of this education. She addresses many of the common criticisms of homeschooling such as the fear that the children will not receive the proper education or will not be properly socialized. She also discusses Kolbe Academy which helps parents educate their chi
There has been a lot of commentary about Chrispher Nolan’s The Odyssey, but few of these commentators have thought as much about Odysseus as today’s guest—Fr. Augustine Wetta. Get Your Copy of “The Eighth Arrow: Odysseus in the Underworld”: https://ignatius.com/the-eighth-arrow-earp/?searchid=5303434&search_query=the+eighth+arrow Fr. Wetta believes that The Odyssey is an “brilliant masterpiece.” And in today’s episode, he defends this conclusion by discussing the critical scenes as well as overarching themes in the movie like Zeus’s Law and the gods themselves. He also unpacks the character of
Good spiritual advice is hard to come by, but YOUCAT Love Forever makes a lot of it available for young adults who are dating or searching for a spouse. Get Your Copy of “YOUCAT: Love Forever”: https://ignatius.com/youcat-love-forever-yclfp/?searchid=5232004&search_query=youcat+love+forever Emily Dinneny is a digital marketer at Catholic Answers as well as a recent convert to Catholicism. She also got married earlier this year and so she is the perfect guest to talk about YOUCAT’s new book “YOUCAT Love Forever.” In this conversation, she explains this book encapsulates the spiritual advice she
Was America’s founding really great? Were our founders truly exceptional or was our project simply an outgrowth of the Enlightenment? In today’s episode Dr. Robert Reilly weighs in on these questions. Get Your Copy of “America on Trial” Here: https://ignatius.com/america-on-trial-aotp/?searchid=0&search_query=america+on+trial Dr. Robert Reilly is the celebrated author of “America on Trial”—a book that looks at the American founding with a critical eye. This book addresses many of the criticisms of the American experiment, specifically those raised by conservatives and Catholics. Ultimately, Dr
Fr. Fessio was born just months before the bombing of Pearl Harbor and today he reflects on the last third of America’s history. Get Your Copy of “America on Trial” Here: https://ignatius.com/america-on-trial-aotp/?searchid=0&search_query=america+on+trial As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Thomas Jacobi sits down with Fr. Fessio to talk about his memories of WWII and the history of the country over the last 80 years. Fr. Fessio expresses his love for his country and the importance of patriotism. But he also points out some of the typical American flaws and excesses. Ultimately, he ho
As the United States approaches it’s 250th celebration of its founding, we reflect on the history of Catholics in America. Get Your Copy of American Pilgrimage Here: https://ignatius.com/american-pilgrimage-aph/?searchid=5137054&search_query=shannon From the original conquistadors and missionaries to the persecution of Catholics in the 20th century, the history of Catholicism in America is multifaceted. So today, we are grateful to have Dr. Christopher Shannon to join Andrew Petiprin to discuss this checkered history in America which he records in his book American Pilgrimage. They begin by di
Pope Leo XIV first encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas” has changed the conversation around artificial intelligence and today we begin to discuss some of its practical implication. Get Your Hardcover Copy of “Magnifica Humanitas” Here: https://ignatius.com/magnifica-humanitas-magnificent-humanity-mhh/ Mariele Courtois is a college professor at Benedictine college and part of the Vatican Dicastery for Culture and Education’s AI Research Group. And in today’s podcast, she joins Ben Eriksen to begin unpacking Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical in light of the practical circumstances facing individuals today.
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17). Get your copy of the “First Line of Defense” here: https://ignatius.com/first-line-of-defense-fldfp/?searchid=0&search_query=first+line+of+defense Many are aware of today’s “crisis of masculinity,” and so we are grateful to be joined by Doug Barry and Daniel O’Connor to discuss how men can become spiritually and physically prepared for the big and small battles ahead. After assessing the current state of masculinity in our culture, they offer words of encouragement and wisdom on how to become a better and more Godly man.
The vocation of motherhood feels never ending, but Sia Hoyt’s work on the book “Soul Garden” will hopefully give you renewed strength and grace. Get your copy of the “Soul Garden” here: https://ignatius.com/soul-garden-sgp/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA88a5BhDPARIsAFj595jNYrKAu0_6r6KuYSbtrUDDw8ZjvBJwywDUNUV9Fx_E_sd8_5aUskMaAsVbEALw_wcB Today Rose Trabbic is joined by Sia Hoyt—one of the contributing authors to “Soul Garden” which is a collection of articles by moms for moms. In this episode, Rose and Sia discuss some of their favorite topics and some of the common struggles facing mothers today.
YOUCAT Love is a must have for every person 18 years and older because it actually answers your moral and practical questions about not just sex and marriage, but also friendship, dating, and engagement. Get your copy here: https://ignatius.com/youcat-love-forever-yclfp/?searchid=0&search_query=youcat+love Today, Ben Eriksen is joined by Thomas Jacobi, editor at Ignatius Press, and Alexander von Lengerke, YOUCAT illustrator, to talk about the new “YOUCAT Love Forever book.” The three of them discuss the importance of this work not only for college students, but also for young adults, engaged c
This week Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas”—Magnificent Humanity—and today, Fr. Fessio and Mark Brumley sit down to give their initial thoughts on this encyclical. Pre-Order Your Hardcover Copy of “Magnifica Humanitas” Here: https://ignatius.com/magnifica-humanitas-magnificent-humanity-mhh/ In this highly anticipated encyclical, Pope Leo discusses Catholic social teaching, artificial intelligence, and human dignity. Fr. Fessio and Mark Brumley break down certain sections of this text and highlight what they believe are the most noteworthy passages and insightful
Watch in Theaters Near You June, 9, 11, and 14! Get Tickets and Learn More Here: https://sacredheartfilm.us/ See Trailer Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JW_Ovjo_QA Join Andrew Petiprin as he sits down with the directors of “The Sacred Heart”—an international film now coming to US theaters. Steven and Sabrina Gunnell not only discuss the inspiration behind this movie, but the miraculous events that led to its creation. This docudrama recounts the history of the Sacred Heart beginning with Scripture, to the private revelation to St. Margaret Mary, and to its recent revitalization. This en
This book is a true classic of Western Literature and a must read for those who want to deepen their spiritual life. Get Your Copy of the “Wedding of Magdeburg” here: https://ignatius.com/the-wedding-of-madeburg-wedmp/?searchid=0&search_query=magdeburg The Battle of Magdeburg was a real historical event where Protestants and Catholics fought over the city of Magdeburg. This battle was fought to force the Protestants to become Catholic but ended in the massacre of two thirds of the population. From these horrific events, Gertrud von le Fort writes a novel about an actual wedding in Magdeburg. T
On May 13, 1917, Mary first appeared to three shepherd children—Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta—with a message of hope and warning. These miraculous events and prophetic warnings continue to be a source of curiosity and even controversy today. To Learn More About Our Lady of Fatima Get These Ignatius Press Products“Fatima: 100 Questions and Answers about the Marian Apparitions” https://ignatius.com/fatima-fhqap/?searchid=0&search_query=fatimaFatima: The 1917 Miracle that Made History https://ignatius.com/fatima-fatimm/?searchid=0&search_query=fatima“Fatima Mysteries: Mary’s Message to the Modern
Today there are very few intentional households, but Dr. Cuddeback reveals the principles to help us return to a life where the family is the center of daily life and relationships thrive through shared work and leisure. Get Your Copy of “Intentional Household” here: https://ignatius.com/intentional-household-the-inhp/?searchid=0&search_query=intentional+household In today’s episode, Dr. John Cuddeback and Andrew Petiprin discuss today’s crisis within the family which impacts even faithful Catholic families and leaves so many people feeling isolated and unhappy. Dr. Cuddeback reveals concrete
After his resignation in 2013, Pope Benedict led a largely private life, but today many of private homilies from this time have been made public in “The Lord Leads Us by the Hand.” Get your copy here: https://ignatius.com/the-lord-holds-us-by-the-hand-lhuh/?searchid=4751194&search_query=the+lord+leads+us In today’s episode, Fr. Fessio recalls the wisdom of Pope Benedict XVI. He remembers going to his classes and listening to his homilies, and he realizes that the same quality of insights is present in these newly released homilies. Fr. Fessio also responds to many of the criticisms of Pope Ben
Traditional Thomists are normally unfriendly to Henri De Lubac, but today’s guest, Fr. Cajetan Cuddy points out that Thomists are very indebted to De Lubac and should join him on the battlefield. Fr. Cajetan Cuddy is a Dominican priest, scholar, and Youtuber who recently presented at the De Lubac conference hosted by the John Paul II Institute on Marriage and the Family. He joins us today to talk about De Lubac and his critical insight into the rise of constructive atheism. Fr. Cuddy and Ben Eriksen talk about De Lubac’s response to this new threat to the human person. They also discuss the te
Shahbaz Bhatti is not a well-known figure in America, but hopefully the graphic novel “Blood and Water” will change that because he is truly an inspirational hero of the faith and religious freedom. Get your copy of “Blood and Water”: https://ignatius.com/blood-and-water-6bwh/?searchid=0&search_query=blood+and+water It is a perfect gift for youth and adults alike! On March 2, 2011, Shahbaz Bhatti a devout Catholic and Pakistani politician was murdered by the Taliban. But his life and legacy are much greater than his passing from this world because he is a hero that all of us should look up to
As America reaches its 250th year, Dr. Harmon and Mark Brumley consider the importance of civics education and great books programs to bolster the future of the country. Dr. Thomas Harmon teaches at the University of St. Thomas, and he joins Mark Brumley to talk about the recent endowment given to the university to establish a new initiative aimed at developing good Catholic citizens. This initiative uses the Great Books (including our Constitution) as well as a seminar style of teaching to teach students to ask the right questions and pursue good answers. He and Mark also focus on the potenti
Jon Voight joins the Ignatius Press podcast to discuss what it was like to portray arguably the most influential man of the 20th century—Pope St. John Paul II. RENT Movie Here: https://ignatius.com/pope-john-paul-ii-pjpiir/ STREAM Movie Here: https://ignatius.com/pope-john-paul-ii-digital-pjpiis/ Purchase DVD Here: https://ignatius.com/pope-john-paul-ii-pjpiim/?searchid=4550843&search_query=john+paul+II Jon Voight is a renowned actor, having won an Academy Award and multiple Golden Globe Awards. But what many don’t know is that Pope St. John Paul II handpicked Jon to portray him in an earlier
Today we honor Mary and celebrate one of the best works of literature—Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings.” Get Your Copy of “Tolkien: Man and Myth” here: https://ignatius.com/tolkien-man-and-myth-tmanp/?searchid=4510931&search_query=tolkien+ March 25th marks the feast of the Annunciation when the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary. But this date also marks the destruction of the one ring in Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings.” So we were joined by a Tolkien scholar, Joseph Pearce, to talk about the author of this great myth and to explain the significance of this date in Middle Earth. Joseph and Ben Eriks
Ask and you shall receive! You wanted a smaller Catholic Study Bible and now it is avaliable in a personal size and on an app. Personal Sized Bible: https://ignatius.com/ignatius-catholic-study-bible-personal-size-2psh/?searchid=0&search_query=study+bible App: https://www.catholicstudybible.org/ Bundle Deal: https://ignatius.com/ignatius-personal-size-study-bible-hardcover-bundle-2pshx/ We are overwhelmed with the positive feedback about the Catholic Study Bible! But we realize that while the first edition is suitable for our desks, it is not easy to transport or hold in your hand. So over the
