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Is the Gospel just about sin and salvation… or is it also a wedding story?In this episode, we explore Jesus as the Divine Bridegroom — a theme woven from Genesis to Revelation, from the Jewish wedding customs of the ancient world to the Last Supper, the Crucifixion, and the Mass. ... Show More

Is receiving Communion in the hand irreverent? Or could it be… bridal?In this video, we explore the mystical and biblical beauty of receiving the Eucharist in the hand—through the lens of saints, Scripture, and the Song of Songs. Drawing from the writings of St. Cyril of Jerusale ... Show More

Why does the most intimate book in the Bible begin with a kiss?In this episode, we explore the Song of Songs through the lens of Catholic bridal mysticism—a love story not just between a Bride and her Beloved, but between your soul and God.We’ll walk through the spiritual arc of ... Show More

Why do purgatory and hell exist? The Catechism teaches us today about the existence and the meaning of purgatory and hell. We learn that purgatory is a transitional state of purification while hell is the state of permanent separation from God. Fr. Mike reminds us that nobody dri ... Show More

Dr. Ben Akers & Dr. Scott Hefelfinger, Professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, discuss St. Therese of Lisieux, a great modern-day saint and Doctor of the Church. Watch Catholic Saints on FORMED.Sign Up for FORMED.Support this podcast and the ... Show More

Fr. Mike breaks down the doctrine of purgatory as we read about Judas Maccabeus and his army praying for the dead in 2 Maccabees 12. We learn that purgatory is a process of purification that our hearts need in order to be ready to love God and to enter into his presence. In our r ... Show More

This week I’m on pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico. Since I’m not able to record a podcast in Mexico, here is one of my appearances on Catholic Answers Live answering the question: Why is the Catholic Church based in [pagan] Rome…and not [Jewish] Jerusalem? Click to L ... Show More

Stoicism has its roots in Ancient Greece and Rome (300 BC) but it's seen a resurgence on social media in recent years. Stoic virtues like prudence, fortitude, and self-control can be very attractive, and Christians might wonder, "is Stoicism compatible with my faith?" The answer ... Show More

Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss the last episode of Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the scriptural and Jewish tradition of the queen mother, The Chosen's depiction of the Pharisees, and the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist.  Watc ... Show More

Martin Luther described a Christian as "simul justus et peccator," one who is simultaneously just and a sinner. In this episode, R.C. Sproul teaches that the church, though filled with flawed people, consists of those who are clothed in Christ's righteousness and consecrated to a ... Show More

Welcome back to another week of the Just One Small Thing Podcast!!   Continuing on our 'Fall Triduum' theme, we're discussing All Soul's Day today.  Although the last day of this great Triduum of our Faith, it seems to be the 'middle child' in some ways... It's not an eve.  It's ... Show More

St. Bernadette grew up in poverty, sickness, and simplicity. Her family for a time even resided in a flat that formerly functioned as a jail cell! Listen to the story of this humble saint who received visions of the Blessed Mother even prior to understanding she was speaking to t ... Show More

A new "Catholic Classics" season with Fr. Mike Schmitz is coming this fall! In the meantime, Ascension has released a new book in the Catholic Classics series titled "Saints of the First Monasteries." Fr. Boniface Hicks, a contributor to the book, joins Fr. Gregory Pine to explor ... Show More