The Pillar Podcast

JD and Ed discuss controversial comments by the head of Vatican's communications office regarding the removal of artwork by accused abuser Fr. Marko Rupnik. They explore the debate on using tainted art, support Catholic education through scholarship funds, and highlight disturbing incidents in treatment facilities for priests.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the U.S. bishops' meeting, highlighting challenges with parliamentary procedures. They also chat about online campaigns, ducks, and revisions in response to abuse allegations in the Catholic Church. The significance of relics and the potential for an Institute of catechists are also explored.

This week’s episode is postponed until Monday, because JD and Ed are traveling. See you next week! 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

Bishops meet in Louisville to address budget issues with CCHD and debate on liturgy of the hours, discussing the lengthy process of Scriptural Translations until 2026.

The podcast covers topics like a Vatican theft case, homeschooling benefits, financial misconduct in American parishes, risks of overlooking crimes in dioceses, and the importance of justice in preventing closure of Catholic institutions.

Guest Jon Favreau, not invited on the trip to Atlantic City, discusses the allure of free drinks while gaming on slot machines. They explore the psychological impact and brain chemistry effects of playing slots in Vegas and Atlantic City.

JD and Ed discuss conflict over a chaplain in German scouting, Catholic school sexual assault allegations, a priest addicted to phone games. They explore charter schools' impact on education and governance challenges in diocesan Catholic schools.

Exploration of a peculiar event at a Florida church where a priest bit a woman during Sunday Mass. Limited analysis due to lack of new information and promotion of exclusive content for subscribers.

The podcast delves into the Eucharistic pilgrimage in San Francisco and the disconnect between Pope Francis' goals and the Synod's direction. It also explores Marco Rubio's criticism of McKinsey's involvement with China and delves into the controversial consulting on opioid sales in the US. Additionally, the value of Eucharistic processions, the symbolism of cathedrals, and Trinity Sunday are discussed.

Bishop James Conley shares his mental health journey and pastoral letter, discussing struggles with authenticity, pressure, insomnia, seeking help, and the importance of faith in healing. Exploring human emotions in crisis and offering hope within the Christian context.