This episode continues our discussion on why I think that the reform of the Liturgy in the Western rite of the Catholic Church should be a primary priority for Western Catholics. This second part of the series takes a particular look at the allowance for the usage of vernacular languages in the Mass, and why I think (in the Western rite) that Latin should be retained as the primary language of the liturgy. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: h...
Oct 19, 2022•14 min
This episode comprises the first part of my defense on why our communal, liturgical worship is more important than both our personal prayer life and the service to our community. We discuss Pope Benedict XVI's hermeneutic (interpretation) of continuity in regards to the liturgy, and the Second Vatican Council's document on the liturgy "Sacrosanctum Concillium," highlighting its calls for more participation by the laity, and a reintroduction of the vernacular language to the liturgy. The subject ...
Oct 17, 2022•33 min•Ep. 98
Let's Reclaim Catholic Culture! This will certainly be a controversial episode of this podcast. If the Catholic Church wants to be a vehicle of salvation for the world, then it needs to be authentically itself. How does our Sunday liturgy convey what we believe? If 99% of Catholics get their view of the Church from Sunday mass -- how are we conveying to them what Catholicism is by it? Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicism...
Oct 14, 2022•19 min
This episode is a continuation of episode #95 on the subject of "proper reception of Holy Communion by the laity." We specifically discuss the examples of Enoch and Elijah in the Old Testament, how the Incarnation of Our Lord Jesus Christ gives us a model for sacramental reception of Him, and we discuss the three (3) levels of "worship" distinguished within Catholicism: Dulia (that "worship" due to saints), Hyper-Dulia ("worship" due to Mary), and Latria (true Worship given to God alone). Our We...
Oct 12, 2022•16 min
In this episode, I review how we can further a more reverent outlook on the eucharist, mainly through a proper understanding on how Jesus should be recieved in this sacrament. Reception of the eucharist in the hand, on the tongue, or other modes? This subject is continued in episode #96. In this episode, I mention the "Deus Vult" podcast, which is hosted by a couple of priest-friends of mine. You can find their podcast here: https://deusvultpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ The specific episode of the Deu...
Oct 10, 2022•13 min•Ep. 95
This episode examines some of my thoughts on the practice and use of Extra-Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.
Oct 07, 2022•11 min•Ep. 94
In this episode, I give a response to Dr Jordan Cooper, a Lutheran Pastor and Scholar, on a video he did on the Sacrifice of the Mass. Dr. Jordan Cooper's Video "Sola Fide in the Church Fathers" URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkDAU1LChX8 Dr. Cooper's YouTube Channel URL: https://www.youtube.com/user/SemperReformanda1517
Oct 05, 2022•11 min•Ep. 93
In this episode, we continue our discussion on the Good News. We mention the preternatural gifts which some saints are given, and how this relates to the topic. We then turn to a discussion of the Franciscan Thesis of the Primacy of Christ, and how it plays into the Gospel. Note: The Council of Vienne was held in 1311-1312 AD. I stated wrongly that it was held in the late 15th or early 16th centuries. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https:...
Oct 03, 2022•17 min•Ep. 92
In this episode, I discuss three (3) facets of the Gospel. I apologize for the wind sounds in this episode. I try to edit them out as much as I can, but sometimes it is unavoidable. This podcast is recorded in a car -- wind is something I have to fight with often while editing, and sometimes the wind wins the fight. In Summary: First (1st), the Gospel regards our present life: that we have been saved by Jesus Christ on the Cross, and are now able to unite our sufferings with His for the greater ...
Sep 30, 2022•16 min
What is the Gospel? In this episode, I look at this question from (what I think is) a unique perspective. I discuss what I think is the greatest aspect of the Good News of Jesus Christ: Redemptive Suffering. In this episode, I look deeply into the reason why Jesus Christ died on the Cross. I mention Blessed John Duns Scotus' answer to these questions in this episode, as well as my own synthesis of them. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: http...
Sep 28, 2022•20 min
I Begin this episode by discussing my own credentials -- or rather, my LACK of credentials. Take or leave what you want :) I mention some good resources for Catholics who want to revitalize their faith. This episode also continues our discussion of Catholic Mega-Churches by focusing on solutions to this problem. The particular solution that I offer is for diocesan priests to live in community with each other. I also mention some issues that have gone on (publicly) in my own diocese which seem to...
Sep 26, 2022•11 min•Ep. 89
In this episode, I discuss the issue of Catholic Mega-Churches and the pros/cons regarding them. I also discuss the priest-shortage as it is playing out in much of the Western world. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Catholicism in the Car on: Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Audible, Amazon Music, Castbox, Ra...
Sep 23, 2022•9 min•Ep. 88
In this episode, we discuss the subject of Fasting, and how this practice needs to be revived (particularly) within the Western Rite of the Catholic Church. The flip side of recovering the practice of fasting is to also to revive the practice of feasting! Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Catholicism in the Car on: Anchor, Spotify, Googl...
Sep 21, 2022•9 min•Ep. 87
Is Suffering Necessary for Happiness? I argue it is, and explain my position in this episode. Many people try to deal with their suffering by replacing that suffering with pleasure, but do not realize that in almost all cases -- too much pleasure turns into suffering. We also discuss the concept of Natural Law as defined by the Catholic Church, and why a return to natural virtue ethics (even if not Christian ethics) would be a huge improvement for modern culture. Our Website: www.catholicisminth...
Sep 19, 2022•12 min
This episode examines Redemptive Suffering from a Natural (Secular) perspective, and what ways can suffering be redemptive (that good can be brought out of it)? I mention topics such as hedonism (seeking pleasure as the greatest good), and how it is the antithesis of Redemptive Suffering; as well as how Exercise is a great example of a Natural form of Redemptive Suffering.
Sep 16, 2022•12 min•Ep. 85
I give some reflections in this episode on the first 2 segments which have been published on the "Mass of the Ages" films which have been going around on YouTube, as well as giving some of my thoughts on the Traditional Catholic movement in general. I also mention the YouTube channel and podcast "Controversies in Church History" hosted by Dr. Darrick Taylor, PhD and his podcasts on the history of the Traditional Catholic Movement and many other topics. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If...
Sep 14, 2022•13 min•Ep. 84
In this episode, we discuss the issue of Suffering; and in particular, we discuss how suffering can be redemptive both from a natural and supernatural point-of-view via the suffering and death of Jesus Christ on the Cross. We also discuss this issue of Redemptive Suffering as regards the various Protestant understandings of it. In regard to this, I mention Dr. Gavin Ortland (Host of the YouTube channel "Truth Unites") and another mentor I had in High School; both of whom are Protestants whose in...
Sep 12, 2022•15 min
This episode discusses the Franciscan School of Theology's emphasis on "Voluntarism," which means that they emphasize the human person's will over their intellect. We also discuss St. Bonaventure's idea of a Tripartite (Three-Part) soul containing Memory, Intellect, and Will; the concept of Univocity within the writings of Blessed John Duns Scotus; how all of these relate to the Franciscan understanding of human nature in relation to God; and we make comparisons between the Franciscan School and...
Sep 09, 2022•17 min•Ep. 82
This episode continues our overview of the Franciscan School of Theology; particularly, focusing on why it has not been utilized much over the last 150 years. Also, I want to give a shoutout to Darrick Taylor, PhD who runs the podcast "Controversies in Church History." I learned a lot from his podcast on the Catholic Church in the 1800's, and I mention some of those facts in this episode! Check his podcast out at: https://churchcontroversies.com/ Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you w...
Sep 07, 2022•12 min
This episode begins an introduction to the Franciscan School of Theology within the Catholic Church, as well as discusses some of the various other schools of theology within the Church (Dominican/Thomistic, Augustinians, Jesuit/Suarez/Molinism, Carmelites, etc.). Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Catholicism in the Car on: Anchor, Spoti...
Sep 05, 2022•10 min•Ep. 80
A quick announcement that I will only be publishing episodes three (3) days a week starting next week (Monday -- 9/5/2022). My son, Kolbe says "Hi," too! Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Catholicism in the Car on: Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Audible, Amazon Music, Castbox, Radio Republic, Player FM, and ...
Sep 02, 2022•50 sec
In this episode, I discuss some of my thoughts on the liturgical reforms which were promulgated in the Catholic Church after the Second Vatican Council. This includes what I think was wrong about said reforms, and also what was correct. Subjects such as Latin, Liturgical Readings, the Permanent Diaconate, lay involvement in the liturgy, etc. are all mentioned in this episode.
Sep 02, 2022•10 min
This episode discusses the sacrament of Holy Orders (to the Deaconate, Priesthood, and Bishopric), and how this sacrament effects all of our spiritual lives. NOTE: I said that the sacrament of Baptism is the only sacrament which does not need a clergy member present, ordinarily. This is not entirely true. The sacrament of Matrimony can be witnessed by a lay person instead of a clergy member. In extreme circumstances, the sacrament of Matrimony could not even require a witness (if the man and wom...
Aug 30, 2022•9 min•Ep. 78
In this episode, we discuss the sacrament of Matrimony, and (basically) an overview of the Theology of the Body. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Catholicism in the Car on: Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Audible, Amazon Music, Castbox, Radio Republic, Player FM, and Stitcher. Also find us on: YouTube: https...
Aug 29, 2022•6 min
In this episode, we discuss the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, as well as its relation to our spiritual life. We mention related topics such as purgatory (and the idea of the "Toll Houses" in Eastern Orthodox theology). We then give a brief introduction to our next episode on the sacrament of Matrimony. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-c...
Aug 26, 2022•8 min•Ep. 76
In this episode, we discuss the first four sacraments of the Church: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, and Confession, and how each of these relates to our spiritual lives.
Aug 25, 2022•12 min•Ep. 75
In this episode we discuss the Spiritual Life, Mary the mother of Jesus, and Mary's Assumption. The miracle of incorruptibility, our bodies and souls after death, and how these relate to Mary's Immaculate Conception and her Assumption are all topics covered in this episode. The video of Bl. Solanus Casey's exhumation is in this documentary of the saint: https://ignatius.com/solanus-casey-scpp2m/ The documentary is not free, but if you would like to purchase it, feel free to use the link above. O...
Aug 24, 2022•10 min•Ep. 74
In this episode I discuss some of my spiritual journey -- not that it is anything impressive, but because I have learned a number of valuable lessons thus far. These lessons were mostly due to my sins and how God's grace has been the remedy. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Catholicism in the Car on: Anchor, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Ap...
Aug 23, 2022•9 min•Ep. 73
This episode discusses further the spiritual road map, how we should NOT over-spiritualize. I then go on to discuss some experiences I have had with holy people, first hand.
Aug 22, 2022•10 min•Ep. 72
This episode, being the second installment of our series on the Christian Life (Catechesis and Prayer), gives an overview of the Spiritual Life. If you would like a more in-depth discussion of the stages of the spiritual life, please feel free to go back and listen to episodes #38-42 of this podcast. Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Cat...
Aug 20, 2022•8 min•Ep. 71
