The Pillar Podcast

Explore the fascinating role of deacons in the Catholic Church, especially in light of the permanent diaconate's potential introduction in the Philippines. The hosts delve into the unique challenges deacons face, from language nuances to balancing parish duties and personal lives. They highlight the historical significance of deacons and their valuable contributions to community service. Enjoy some lighthearted trivia as they discuss notable historical deacons, all while advocating for a clearer understanding of this crucial clerical rank.

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JD and Ed talk about the situation of the Institute of the Incarnate Word and how the Institute may have shaped Pope Francis’ perspective on new religious movements.This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scholarship.Learn more at pillar.umary.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD shares some Flynn family lore.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera a…

JD asks a favor. He and Ed talk about Cardinal Robert McElroy’s appointment this week to the Archdiocese of Washington.Then, they rank state flags. Wikimedia Map of the State FlagsThis episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scholarship.Learn more at pillar.umary.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

JD and Ed are live from the Leonine Forum’s annual conference in Orlando to talk about the role of institutions in our lives.Then, the Leonine Forum’s Director of Operations Emma Boyle plays a round of Pittsburgh ‘Greater or Lesser’ and 'True or False.'This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scholarship.Learn more at pillar.umary.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

JD and Ed share the persons or stories they think will dominate the 2025 news cycle.JD’s picks* Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk* Diocesan bankruptcy* American cardinalatial seesEd’s picks* The Church in Syria* Cardinal Domenico Battaglia* EuthanasiaThis episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California.Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier grower of trees and shrubs, serving homeowners, landscapers, and developers.Call (805) 398-0011 to plan your dream landscape today, or visit NormansNursery.comTell them JD and Ed sent you for 30% off! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comEd and JD map out their dream orchards.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Oli…

JD and Ed talk about effective parish evangelization. Then, Nancy Pelosi made a recourse to the Apostolic See and JD and Ed have a few questions.This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California.Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier grower of trees and shrubs, serving homeowners, landscapers, and developers.Call (805) 398-0011 to plan your dream landscape today, or visit NormansNursery.comTell them JD and Ed sent you for 30% off! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comEd has questions. Then, JD and Ed talk about the Archdiocese of St. Louis’ confusing approach to a day of precept.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out th…