Do Catholics need to evangelize Protestants? If Protestants already follow Jesus, why would we need to share Jesus with them? Shouldn't we focus on reaching out to non-Christians? In this episode I cover these questions and give 8 reasons why evangelizing Protestants is a joy, duty, and privilege for Catholics.
Pat and Eric grill each other with spontaneous questions yet again. In this episode we talk about weird Catholic traditions, Confession, Indulgences, the Papacy, the relationship of Philosophy and Theology, and minimum spiritual practices we recommend on a daily basis. Enjoy!
Some are vulnerable to the coronavirus and cannot yet come back to Mass, others have grown complacent and content themselves with private prayer or live-streaming Mass when they could come back to Mass. Why ought Catholics come back to Mass? Fr. Zach Burns helps us explore the power, glory, and necessity of receiving the Eucharist! Fr. Zach's homily: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=343701180009566&extid=m403tlcRAoTOr50W
Saints inspire us to follow Christ more closely, to know Christ more intimately, and to encounter Christ more profoundly. In this episode Pat and I share the stories of these six saints: St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274), St. Ambrose (340-397), St. Augustine (354-430), St. Gemma Galgani (1878-1903), St. Padre Pio (1887-1968), St. Elizabeth of Hungary (1207-1231). Book Recommendations: "When the Church was Young: Voices of the Early Fathers" by Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio "Saints who Battled Satan" by...
Mick Murray is the author of "The Father's Heart: Knowing the God of the Bible as Father." He is a protestant pastor from Antioch Community Church in Waco. I met him 9 years ago when I was still protestant and did their discipleship training school. In this episode, we talk about the character of God based on Mick's new book. Mick does a great job of sharing personal stories that correspond with how the Bible speaks of God as a Father. Though we disagree on some theological points, the overall t...
St. Joseph is the Terror of Demons, the Pillar of Families, the Most Chaste Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Patron of the Universal Church, and the Virginal Earthly Father of Jesus Christ. Fr. Don Calloway has written an extraordinary book that presents the Silent Witness of St. Joseph in a whole new light and beckons us to make a consecration to St. Joseph. Now is the time of St. Joseph! Here are the links to Fr. Calloway's work: Book and Art: www.consecrationtostjoseph.org Audio Book: w...
Fr. Don Calloway was such a rebellious teenager that he got kicked out of Japan for stealing and drug trafficking with the Japanese mafia. Now he's a Catholic priest on fire for the faith. Hear his journey in this episode. In part 2 (next episode), we will go over his new book, "Consecration to Saint Joseph." Here are the links to his work: Book and Art: www.consecrationtostjoseph.org Audio Book: www.stjosephaudio.com International Orders: www.sunrisemarian.com Pilgrimages: www.fathercalloway.co...
Pat and Eric "grill" each other with questions, both personal and political, philosophical and theological. We talk about evolution, the Assumption of Mary, Trump vs. Biden, other political issues, abortion, epistemology, and the hardest thing about being Christian.
Can people from other religions be saved? If faith in Christ and Baptism are necessary for salvation, then what about those who have never heard the Gospel or been baptized? We are only saved by Jesus and through his life, death, and Resurrection, but can God work outside of the normal means of the sacraments to allow others to enter into the mystery of Christ without an explicit faith in Christ? If others can be saved, then why evangelize? Church documents referenced: Lumen Gentium : https://ww...
Lots of thoughts floating around in Pat and Eric's minds these days. Together we explore current reflections on the concept of Tradition, Predestination, Morality, the Atonement, and a bit more.
We will all stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ and give an account for every word and deed we did in our lives. Sounds intimidating, but it is actually really Good News! See how the Final Judgment equips us to live holy lives and have lives packed with purpose and meaning.
After becoming Catholic from Anglican roots, James Halpin has gone through quite the vocational discernment process. He shares about his life as a Catholic convert, while giving wise advice to those who try to discern God's calling for their lives.
The grand finale of our series on the sacraments through my book "Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind" ends with an appeal to Protestants, ex-Catholics, practicing Catholics, and lukewarm Catholics. The glory of the sacraments, especially that of the Most Holy Eucharist, beckons Catholics to spread the Good News of Christ's Presence and Redemption to the ends of the earth! Link to book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=...
Every person's journey into the Catholic Church is unique. James Halpin explains what led him to the Catholic Church from the Anglican/Episcopal Church. James takes us through the personal circumstances and the inner-wrestling that occurred in him that eventually led him to take the leap of faith to be in communion with the Chair of Peter.
What does devotion to Mary have to do with the sacramental life of the Church? Why ought Christians be devoted to Mary? This last chapter of my book, "Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind," dives into the deep waters of spirituality as it connects the mystery of Mary with the mystery of Christ and the sacraments. Link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=...
The papacy is both a gift to the Church and a stumbling block to many. Explore the ancient roots of the papacy with special guest, Joe Heschmeyer, the author of a new book: Pope Peter. Link to Joe's book "Pope Peter": https://www.amazon.com/Pope-Peter-Defending-Distinctive-Doctrine/dp/1683571800/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=pope+peter&qid=1596228832&sr=8-2 Link to Joe's website: https://www.cathpod.com/ Link to Joe's podcast "Cathpod": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cathol...
Marriage is a beautiful reality woven into the very heart of God. It is also under attack like never before in our modern culture. In this episode I show you how I handle some of the most difficult moral issues surrounding marriage: headship/submission, divorce and remarriage, contraception, "gay marriage", fornication, etc. Love impels me to declare the truth and beauty of Holy Matrimony. Link to my book "Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind": https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0...
WWLBC = Why We Love Being Catholic. This is Pat and Eric's second round of describing aspects of Catholicism that they love. They also go into what it means to be Catholic from various vantage points. Being Catholic is awesome! Spread the Good News! Link to book "Consecration to St. Joseph": https://www.amazon.com/Consecration-St-Joseph-Wonders-Spiritual/dp/1596144319/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=consecration+to+st.+joseph&qid=1595957801&sr=8-2...
From the earliest days of Christianity the order of bishops, priests, and deacons was established by God to bring order out of chaos. Where does the sacrament of Holy Orders come from? Why can't women be priests? Why are priests celibate? We will continue our journey through my book, "Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind," to answer these questions. Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Support me on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/polycarpsp...
Heaven is a relational reality catching humanity up in the life of the Most Holy Trinity! Join Pat and I as we discuss with Karlo Broussard, Apologist at Catholic Answers, about the philosophical and theological underpinnings of Heaven. Karlo's website: https://karlobroussard.com/
Rocio Ortiz, the illustrator of my book, "Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind," talks with me about our favorite illustrations from the book and the meaning and inspiration behind those pieces. If you want to watch this episode on YouTube to see some of the illustrations, here is a link to that video: https://youtu.be/XrDtuW2-P4U Rocio's website: https://www.rocioortiz.com/ My book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=...
For nearly 10 years Eric D had attended Mass with his wife while himself being a Protestant. Hear how he gradually shifted his paradigm to embrace the Catholic faith. He also shares about personal trials that led him and his wife to create a ministry called "Their Names Matter." Website: https://theirnamesmatter.com/
The sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick has the power to heal you physically and spiritually. It also has the power to strengthen your resolve to unite your sufferings with Christ Jesus. Will you experience miraculous healing or intimate suffering? Whatever is most conducive to your salvation and that of others is the route God will allow you to endure. Either way this sacrament aids us in our pursuit of an intimate friendship with God.
Hell. Not an easy thing to talk about. How can an all-good, all-loving God "send" people to a place of eternal torment? What is the role of human free will and God's grace? What about predestination? These are some of the questions Pat and Eric discuss with Catholic Answers Apologist, Karlo Broussard. Articles by Dr. Ed Feser mentioned by Karlo: http://edwardfeser.blogspot.com/2016/10/how-to-go-to-hell_29.html http://edwardfeser.blogspot.com/2016/11/does-god-damn-you.html...
Why go to a priest to confess your sins and not just pray directly to God? In this episode we will explore the sacrament of Confession from my book, Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind. Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Karlo Broussard, Staff Apologist for Catholic Answers, joins Pat Flynn and Eric Robinson to discuss Purgatory. Karlo has a new book coming out on Purgatory so keep your eyes open for that in the fall. For more of Karlo's content here is his website: https://karlobroussard.com/
Rocio Ortiz, the illustrator of my book, "Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind," shares her story of faith on this episode. Enjoy! Buy my book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
In certain conversations it is good to present strong arguments for your beliefs. Other times it is even better to share your love, joy, and personal excitement for what you believe. In this episode, Pat and I talk about why we love being Catholic.
The Eucharist is Jesus Christ under the appearance of bread and wine. God with us is still with us! Check out my book: Thoughts of a Sacramental Mind https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08992KQG8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Every black life matters, but we should beware of the organization called "Black Lives Matter". In this episode, Pat and I discuss the beliefs of the BLM in relation to Catholic social teaching. We also discuss systemic racism which is clearly seen through Planned Parenthood. Letter of Margaret Sanger (founder of Planned Parenthood) link: https://libex.smith.edu/omeka/files/original/d6358bc3053c93183295bf2df1c0c931.pdf...
