Catholic Stuff You Should Know

The podcast discusses renewal within the Church and our hearts, highlighting the role of the Holy Spirit. Topics include thesis writing, productivity tips, academic degrees in theology, and the transformative power of confession.

Join Fr. John & Fr. Sean as they discuss the essence of chastity, exploring its historical roots with Saint Olaf and Eric Varden. They delve into morality, sexuality, and the challenges of maintaining chastity in relationships, emphasizing the need for self-transcendence and grace in achieving this virtue.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the quiet prayers during Mass and the importance of bringing the peace of Jesus into the Mass. They also explore the significance of the Eucharist for priests and the importance of receiving it with the right intentions. Additionally, they talk about embracing surprises and moments of encounter in life's journey. The chapter ends by discussing the difference between meritorious good works inspired by charity and prayers of petition directed by faith.

Fr. Sean and Fr. John reflect on Our Lady of Lourdes and the title of Mary as Mother of the Eucharist. They discuss the apparitions at Lourdes, rise of Marian devotion in the 19th century, and anti-Marian feminist movement. The significance of Our Lady of Lourdes is explored, emphasizing healing and hope. They also share their ski trip adventure and express gratitude to donors and supporters of their community.

The podcast discusses the quiet prayers said by deacons and priests during the Mass, exploring their significance and encouraging listeners to engage with them more intentionally. They also share personal stories, including car troubles at a gas station and the symbolism of adding water to the wine during the preparation of the chalice. The episode ends with reflections on prayer, gratitude for a new listener, and a mention of cold weather.

The hosts discuss the importance of sabbaticals for priests, share their experience celebrating Christmas Mass in Breckenridge, explore the topic of dressing for Mass with a focus on reverence, emphasize the significance of dressing nicely on Sundays, talk about reclaiming Catholic culture through celebrations and devotion, and express gratitude, discuss teaching experiences, and apologize for previous podcast content.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the likeness and difference between the self-help movement and the Christian practice of asceticism. They explore the relationship between self-help and salvation, and delve into the themes of The World, The Flesh, and Father Smith. They also discuss empathy and solidarity with those affected by church scandals, and appreciate Catholic art.

In this episode Fr. John and Fr. Sean break down the new book by the University of Mary entitled, The Religion of the Day. Seeking to understanding the deeper meaning beneath the phenomenon of the "none," we realize that though secular, they are in fact religious - and that a new form of evangelization is now required.

In this banter heavy episode all four hosts gather to ring in the new year and look back at the last year of the podcast and their lives. It was full of mountains and Marian devotion. There is also a bit of looking ahead to the year to come. It's been a great year and the hosts have loved sharing it with listener land. Listen along to hear some of the lessons they've learned and hopes they have for the future.

In this episode Fr. Mike teaches Dcn. Jake the history of Rome's frustrated hopes as they expected an eternal empire full of peace and prosperity that never quite panned out. The hosts invite all of us to wish big and pray for big world changing things because Jesus has come into the world and he is King of the Universe.