Godsplaining

Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress & Fr. Gregory Pine, Catholic priests, discuss the real meaning of greatness. They explore the differences between material success and true greatness found in grace, virtue, and union with Christ. They emphasize the need to recognize God's deep love for each person and the importance of embracing individual gifts. They also discuss the virtues of magnanimity and humility, the importance of taking action and trusting in God's will, and the transformative power of embracing one's identity and mission.

Join Frs. Jacob-Bertrand Janczyk and Bonaventure Chapman as they discuss over-spiritualization, the challenges of balancing the spiritual and material aspects of life, the role of signs in decision-making, the complexity of life and our relationship with God, and finding true healing and alleviation in a relationship with Christ.

T.K. Coleman reflects on his journey to joining the Catholic Church and the social and personal costs of conversion. The chapter explores the importance of prioritizing winning souls over arguments and the potential consequences of losing someone's soul while trying to win an argument. It also delves into the concept of comfort and its impact on personal growth, the role of homilies, addressing emotional clutter, and the process of simplifying one's life and finding happiness.

Two priests discuss their experiences of celebrating Mass, emphasizing the importance of not taking the sacredness for granted. They explore the preparations and experiences of a priest during Mass, discussing the symbolism of vestments and the challenges faced. The chapter also explores the similarities between a sports game and the Holy Sacrifices of the Mass, highlighting the importance of focus and unity. The role of the priest in the Mass is discussed, along with reflections on post-Mass rituals and the importance of prayer and gratitude.

The hosts discuss saints and feast days, personal connections to saints, and the sin of gluttony. They explore the challenges of discussing gluttony in a materialistic society, offer tips for mindful eating, and delve into the concept of temperance in our relationship with food.

Pat Flynn, a guest discussing Theism vs. Naturalism, joins hosts Fr. Gregory Pine and Fr. Bonaventure Chapman. They discuss the best argument for God, approaches to addressing the problem of evil, exploring the multiverse, and the relationship between faith and reason. They wrap up the episode with a discussion about the release of a new book by Pat Flynn.

Join Father Jacob Bertrand and Father Patrick Briscoe as they discuss optimism and pessimism, exploring their relationship to the Christian life and the gospel. They emphasize the importance of balance, progress, and detachment, reminding listeners that our relationship with God is not defined by our disposition.

Join Fr. Patrick Briscoe and Fr. Gregory Pine as they discuss self-care. They explore the connection between self-care and praying the Rosary, the importance of leisure in religious life, determining the need for self-care, and embracing exploration and sprucing up the interior space.

Guestsplaining 059 - Fr. John Brown, S.J. on the Jesuit Order   Join us this week as Fr. Bonaventure Chapman and Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress welcome Fr. John Brown, S.J. to the show for a new installment of Guestsplaining.   Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplainin...   Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining Shop our store: https://godsplaining.bigcartel.com/   Shop Books Written by the Friars St. Dominic's Way of Life: https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Dominics... Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly: https://www.amazon.com/Prudence-Choos...   Connect on Social Media Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsplaining/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsplaining... Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/godsplaining   To learn more about the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.opeast.org To support the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.dominicanfriars.org #GodsplainingCatholicPodcast #catholic

Fr. Donald Haggerty, an expert in contemporary spirituality, joins the hosts to discuss the unifying power of college football, recognizing inspirational figures like himself, combating secularism through prayer and personal conversion, the importance of silence in a contemplative life, and the concept of love for God and being present in silence.