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Ask Catholics is a podcast run by a catechist and RCIA director to help people understand and better be able to explain the Catholic faith and to clear up a lot of misconceptions many people have when looking at Catholicism from the outside.
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Benedictine Monks: The Keepers of Lost Knowledge

🤯 Monks saved EVERYTHING! Ancient knowledge? Check! Lost classics? Double check! These scholarly superheroes deserve a follow! #monks #history #ancientknowledge #books #library #viral Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 17, 20251 min

Monks Saved Civilization's Knowledge

Monks vs. Darkness! 🤯 They saved ENTIRE civilizations with just BOOKS! 📖 #history #monks #books #knowledge #viral Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 16, 202540 sec

How Monks Rebuilt Civilization After Collapse

When life gives you a disaster, build a better monastery! These monks turned devastation into innovation. #monks #history #resilience #medieval #innovation #architecture Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 15, 202549 sec

Benedict's Rule: The Secret to a Thriving Community

🤯 The 6th Century LIFE HACK that SAVED Civilization?! Benedict's Rule unlocked the secret to balance! 💯 #history #monks #ancientwisdom #lifehacks #productivity Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 13, 20251 min

Monk Saves Western Civilization

🤯 A monk saved Western Civilization?! This is how... #history #monk #westerneurope #romanempire #ancientrome #facts Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 12, 202543 sec

Monk Saves Western Civilization

When Rome fell, Europe went dark... But ONE MONK saved EVERYTHING! 🤯🤯 #DarkAges #MonasteryLife #InspiringStory #SaintBenedict #ForgottenHeroes #MedievalEurope #Literacy #HistoricalFigures #NeverGiveUp #Resilience #CulturalPreservation #Motivation #RomeCollapse #MonasticLife #HiddenHistory #HistoryFacts #SuquisiaVerisquit #AncientWisdom #TrendingHistory #WesternCivilization Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 08, 202551 sec

The Lent Chain That Changed Our Family #shorts #Catholicfaith

The Lent Chain That Changed Our Family #shorts #Catholicfaith #Lent #familytraditions #feastdays #SaintFelicity #SaintPerpetua #Catholicfamily #Lentchain #faith #Christianity #Catholiclife #spiritualgrowth Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33uiVSTciwE Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 07, 202530 sec

Transform Your Lent with This Simple Family Tradition

Transform your Lent with this simple family tradition that brings faith and fun together! In this video, we’ll discuss how my family uses a creative "Lent chain" to celebrate the season and teach our kids about Roman Catholicism. Each link represents a day of Lent, featuring feast days, solemnities, birthdays, and Holy Week milestones. Curious how this tradition helps us reflect on Christianity and the journey to Easter? It’s a hands-on way for Catholics to connect with scripture and countdown t...

Mar 07, 20252 min

Medieval Monks: How Resilience & Innovation Saved Civilization

Medieval Napster? How Benedictine monks used resilient organization and knowledge-sharing to rebuild after destruction. Their story of innovation and adaptation is truly inspiring! #StrongerAfterTheStorm #Resilience #LessonsFromHistory #AgriculturalInnovation #BeforeTheInternet #MedievalTech #MedievalNapster #AncientInnovation #BenedictineWisdom #MonksWhoCode #PreservingKnowledge #SustainableLiving #SelfSufficiency #MedievalHistory #RebuildBetter #KnowledgeIsPower #MonasticLifeHacks #DisasterRec...

Mar 07, 20252 min

Did Saint Catherine of Alexandria Really Exist?

Did Saint Catherine of Alexandria really exist, or is her story just a blend of myth and medieval devotion? In this video, we’ll discuss the fascinating life and legacy of one of Christianity’s most revered saints. We’ll unpack the historical evidence—or lack thereof—surrounding her existence, from her legendary debate with 50 philosophers to the mysterious discovery of her relics at Mount Sinai. Was she a noble martyr or a Christianized version of another historical figure like Hypatia of Alexa...

Mar 06, 202513 min

God Judges Your Heart, Not Just Your Actions #shorts #faith

God Judges Your Heart, Not Just Your Actions #shorts #faith #GodsMercy #GodsJustice #FaithInGod #BibleVerses #Luke12 #ChristianFaith #JesusTeaches #GodsLove #SpiritualGrowth #TruthAndGrace #HeartAndActions #DivineJudgment Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGtBDgaT0aE Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 06, 202543 sec

Are Catholics Missing This Key Scripture? #shorts #AshWednesday

Are Catholics Missing This Key Scripture? #shorts #AshWednesday #Catholics #Scripture #BibleStudy #Piety #Faith #Prayer #Matthew23 #JesusTeaching #Christianity #Pharisees #ReligiousWisdom Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ps7W5ll_1KQ Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 06, 202556 sec

Don't Pray Like This on Ash Wednesday! #shorts #ashwednesday

Don't Pray Like This on Ash Wednesday! #shorts #ashwednesday #prayer #faith #hypocrisy #christianity #lent #biblestudy #spirituality #jesus #praying #secretprayer #religion Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ps7W5ll_1KQ Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 06, 202527 sec

The Truth About Ash Wednesday You Need to Hear

In this video, we’ll discuss the truth about Ash Wednesday that many people misunderstand. What does scripture actually say about public displays of faith, like receiving ashes? Are Catholics missing the point of Matthew 6 by participating in this tradition? Let’s unpack the errors in these assumptions and explore the real meaning behind this practice. We’ll break down what Jesus explicitly taught in scripture about prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—and how these apply to Ash Wednesday. It’s not a...

Mar 06, 20257 min

Benedict's Poisoned Bread & Faithful Raven

Benedict's journey: From betrayal and poisoning to divine intervention and unwavering faith. Witness his resilience and spiritual strength in this captivating story. #MonasticTales #ReligiousReform #InspirationalStory #MedievalHistory #HistoryBuff #HistoricalDrama #TrustInGod #DivineProtection #RavenFaithful #BenedictineLife #Authenticity #PoisonedBread #FaithJourney #MedievalMystery #Forgiveness #God #Betrayal #Faith #SpiritualJourney #Resilience Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise...

Mar 06, 20251 min

The Truth About Ashes on Ash Wednesday ✝️

Is wearing ashes on Ash Wednesday against what Jesus explicitly taught in scripture? In this video, we’ll unpack this common question and explore the true meaning behind this Roman Catholic tradition. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a time of humility, repentance, and spiritual reflection. While some point to Matthew 6 as a contradiction, we’ll clarify why this practice doesn’t violate Jesus’ teachings but instead fulfills their spiritual essence. Ashes symbolize our mortality and nee...

Mar 05, 20256 min

From Student to Hermit: One Man's Answer to Global Collapse

From privileged student to cave-dwelling hermit, one man's journey changed the course of a crumbling civilization. Discover the unexpected solution that emerged from chaos! #history #survival #knowledge #unexpected #NobleFamily #DystopianFuture #HistoricalFiction #HiddenKnowledge #ComingOfAge #PostApocalyptic #HermitLife #Resilience #FromStudentToSavior #NewBeginning #UnexpectedHero #Trending #KnowledgeSurvival #SurprisingTwist #ShatteredWorld #Benedict #CivilizationCollapse #EpicStory #AncientW...

Mar 05, 202557 sec

Benedict's Cave: A Spiritual Journey

Witness the transformative journey of Benedict, a nobleman grappling with spiritual crisis amidst 5th-century Rome's decay. From prestigious studies to radical solitude, his quest for meaning unfolds in breathtaking isolation. #HistoryTok #FYP #UncoverHistory #Italy #CaveLife #ForYou #Solitude #AncientRome #LearnOnTikTok #HistoricalFiction #SelfDiscovery #Medieval #Subiaco #Philosophy #Virtue #Miracle #Faith #MoralDecay #HiddenHistory #SpiritualJourney #HistoricalMystery #Trending #HistoryBuff #...

Mar 04, 20252 min

Benedict's Extreme Solitude: 3 Years in a Cave

Benedict's radical path to solitude: 3 years in a cave battling temptation & shaping his spiritual rule. Discover his incredible story! #Benedict #Monasticism #SpiritualJourney #History Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 03, 20252 min

Armenian Prayers: Faith Amidst Genocide

This book survived genocide. Its prayers kept hope alive. 🙏 #armenianhistory #faith #hope #neverforget #spiritualstrength #prayer Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Mar 03, 20251 min

OCIA 16 - Prayer: Why Every Catholic Should Pray the Liturgy of the Hours

Why should every Catholic pray the Liturgy of the Hours? In this video, we’ll discuss the rich tradition of this official prayer of the Church and why it's a cornerstone of Roman Catholicism. Did you know it's explicitly rooted in scripture and connects us to centuries of Christian practice? From understanding its structure to how it aligns with the rhythm of daily life, we’ll unpack its deeper meaning and how it allows Catholics to unite in prayer across the world. We’ll also explore its ties t...

Mar 02, 20252 hr 36 min

OCIA 15: What To Expect as a Catholic, What is Lent & How to Prepare for it

What can Catholics expect during Lent? How can you prepare spiritually for this sacred season? In this video, we’ll dive into the practices, traditions, and meaning of Lent in Roman Catholicism, while offering practical tips to help you fully embrace this penitential season. From the significance of Ash Wednesday to fasting, abstinence, and the role of Sundays within the Lenten period, we’ll discuss how these traditions connect to scripture and Christian life. We’ll also talk about how Lent is m...

Mar 02, 20251 hr 56 min

Monks Try to Poison Benedict! Divine Intervention Saves Him

Benedict's divine intervention exposed a murder plot! See how a poisoned chalice shattered, revealing the monks' treachery. #divineintervention #monasterylife #history #PoisonedWine #HistoricalFiction #MedievalTimes #FaithVsDoubt #DivineIntervention #ShortFilm #HistoryMystery #TrueSelf #FaithAndBetrayal #HistoricalShorts #MedievalThriller #MonasticLife #SpiritualJourney #GodlyIntervention #MonksOfMystery #Forgiveness #MiraclesHappen #AncientSecrets #BenedictineDrama #TrendingHistory Subscribe to...

Mar 02, 202547 sec

The Shocking Truth About the Eucharist in the Bible

In this video, we’ll uncover the shocking truth about the Eucharist in the Bible and what it means for Christians today. Did you know the Eucharist isn’t just a symbol but something explicitly taught in scripture as the real body and blood of Christ? We’ll discuss its roots in the Passover, why Jesus said “Do this in remembrance of me,” and how the early church—from the apostles to the first Christians—understood and practiced it. What does “This is my body” really mean? Why did Jesus emphasize ...

Mar 01, 20258 min

Dr. Alan Harrelson of @thepipecottage3301 Gave a Talk Over Pipes and Whiskey at Benedictine College

Okay, so I got a chance to meet Dr. Alan Harrelson of @thepipecottage3301 when he came and gave a mens talk at Benedictine College. Forgive the quality, and I missed the first 30 seconds of the talk, but I knew I wanted to get to appreciate the wisdom he had to share, particularly in the short time that had happened since his conversion to Catholicism. I asked him if I could post this video, and he said yes... And then I dropped the ball because the video was recorded sideways, and I was lazy. B...

Mar 01, 202512 min

Mary’s Role in Defeating Evil Explained #shorts #catholic

Mary’s Role in Defeating Evil Explained #shorts #catholic #mary #faith #repentance #scripture #holymother #god #christianity #spirituality #goodvsevil #deliverance #angel Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4p9Qv_ieKFE Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Feb 28, 202522 sec

The Armenian Mystic Who Changed Christianity: St. Gregory of Narek, Abbot and Doctor For All Nations

Meet St. Gregory of Narek—a 10th-century Armenian monk, poet, and mystic elevated in 2015 as a Doctor of the Church. In this video, we’ll discuss why his ancient wisdom still speaks to modern hearts. Did you know his Book of Lamentations became a spiritual lifeline during the Armenian Genocide and is treasured second only to the Bible by many Armenians? We’ll unpack how his poetic prayers bridge theology and personal devotion, uniting Christians across traditions. Gregory’s life unfolded during ...

Feb 28, 202510 min

Protestant Myths vs. Catholic Truth #shorts #shortsvideo

Protestant Myths vs. Catholic Truth #shorts #shortsvideo #ProtestantMyths #CatholicTruth #Christianity #BibleTeaching #Faith #CatholicChurch #EasterSeason #ChurchTeaching #JesusChrist #ChristianFaith #ManmadeTeaching #BiblicalTruth Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk6GmlsUFQ4 Subscribe to Ask Catholics on Soundwise

Feb 27, 202541 sec
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