Catholic Classics Bonus Episode: Introduction to Book 5 (The Confessions of St. Augustine)
Oct 16, 2023
Join us in this thrilling podcast journey as we explore the experiences of St. Augustine at the age of 28, his dissatisfaction with Manichaeism, his move to Rome, and his encounter with St. Ambrose in Milan. Discover the intricate relationship between Saint Monica and Augustine, the concept of God's providence, and the constant grace that invites sinners to return.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Saint Augustine's Disappointment and Search for Answers
01:49 • 9min
The Relationship Between Saint Monica and Augustine, Augustine's Time in Rome, and the Balance Between Independence and Family
10:47 • 2min
Exploring God's Providence and the Grass is Always Greener
13:10 • 3min
Understanding Providence and God's Constant Grace
16:15 • 2min