The Catholic Culture Podcast
194 - The Church’s Hour of Testing – Fr. Donald Haggerty
Apr 10, 2025
Fr. Donald Haggerty, a priest from the Archdiocese of New York and spiritual master, shares insights from his book on the Church's current crises. He discusses the urgency for deeper prayer and personal conversion as the Church faces trials reminiscent of Jesus' Passion. Emphasizing spiritual sobriety, he highlights the need for clarity in doctrine and accountability, while balancing it with God's mercy. The conversation also critiques modern spiritual approaches, advocating for a return to traditional spirituality that fosters true growth and repentance.
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- Fr. Haggerty highlights the Church's current struggles as a critical spiritual crossroad demanding deeper prayer and commitment to holiness.
- The podcast critiques therapeutic spirituality for promoting self-focus over self-giving, urging a return to traditional ethics and moral accountability.
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Current Challenges in the Church
The podcast discusses the significant trials and crises facing the Church today, highlighting a period of uncertainty and doctrinal ambiguity. Father Donald Haggerty reflects on the Church's loss of moral courage and the resulting humiliation of not appearing majestic in truth and liturgy. This perceived weakness has led many individuals, particularly young converts, to seek more traditional forms of faith in other denominations, such as Eastern Orthodoxy, as they seek a community aligned with steadfast principles. Haggerty emphasizes that this period is not merely a momentary phase but a profound spiritual crossroad that requires intense reflection and conversion from all individuals within the Church.
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