The Pillar Podcast Ep. 232: Definitions, and a disposition toward the miraculous
Oct 11, 2025
JD and Ed dive into a fascinating discussion about a vibrating relic in Lincoln, exploring the local community's faith response. They unravel the Diocese's investigation, revealing its non-supernatural origin. The conversation shifts to Pope Leo XIV's recent financial decisions, highlighting the risks of decentralizing Vatican investments. The hosts debate the political implications of the term 'pro-life' and reflect on the Pope's comments regarding 'DurbinGate,' questioning the Church's collaboration limits with governments. Rich topics intersect faith, skepticism, and current events.
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Why Naming A Future Spouse Matters
- JD and Ed answered a reader's canonical question about why the Pope requires naming a specific intended spouse in privilege of the faith cases.
- They admitted limited expertise and offered speculative reasons, like the need for a concrete, grave purpose before dissolving a valid natural marriage.
Resolve Marital Status Before Dating
- Avoid entering serious romantic relationships before resolving prior marital status through canonical processes.
- JD advised petitioning for declarations before dating to respect obligations of one's state in life.
Relics Can Spark Real Faith
- A vibrating relic at the University of Nebraska stirred genuine piety and communal wonder despite diocesan skepticism.
- The Diocese of Lincoln investigated and traced the motion to HVAC-related movement rather than a supernatural cause.
