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We welcome back Steve Ray to discuss his latest article in Catholic Answers about some commonly believed biblical myths. Why correct the record if the popular narrative seems to sound so good? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes 6 'Biblical' Myths Debunked | Catholic Answers Magazine Are you guilty of informational littering? Confirmation bias | Definition, Examples, Psychology, & Facts | Britannica Dunning–Kruger Effect - The Decision Lab The Miracle That Wasn't? Fashionable Priests and the Multiplication of the Loaves by Steve Ray Loaves and Fishes | Catholic Answers Magazine Steve Ray's Website: Defenders of the Catholic Faith Steve Ray's Pilgrimage Website: Footprints of God Pilgrimages Steve Ray's Store: Books Steve Ray's Store: Audio Steve Ray's Store: DVDs iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray of EWTN to discuss the latest news coming from the Synod on Synodality? Why are closed questions being suddenly reopened? Could it be the case that good intentions are being hijacked, or might things really be as bad as they seem? Show Notes Synods | Ipsitilla Synod Proposal Could Give 'Doctrinal Authority' to Local Bishops' Conferences - Lifesite Cardinal Fernández Promises Follow-Up Meeting After Controversial Absence Women in the Priesthood?: A Systematic Analysis in the Light of the Order of Creation and Redemption: Manfred Hauke Justice in the Church: Gender and Participation (The McGivney Lectures of the John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family, 1992): Ashley, Benedict M. Germany's BP. Bätzing on Women's Ordination "...[the] Answer to This Question Will Determine Whether Women Will Continue to Seek and Find Their Home in the Church." | Tweet Threader Cardinal-Elect Radcliffe Blames 'Russian Money' for African Bishops Rejecting Homosexual 'Blessings' - Lifesite Pope Francis said he will consider 'openness' to 'transgender people' when naming new US bishops: report PODCAST: Early Stirrings at the Synod in Rome, with Fr. Gerald Murray - The Catholic Thing The World Over October 10, 2024 | SYNOD CENTRAL! The Papal Posse with Raymond Arroyo The World Over October 17, 2024 | SYNOD CENTRAL #3: Papal Posse with Raymond Arroyo Amazon Cardinal 'Lays Hands' to Confer 'Ministry' on Women Going to 'Celebrate a Sacrament' Synodality Is the Common Thread Linking the Many Controversies of the Francis Pontificate - Lifesite Australian Archbishop: Synod on Synodality Cannot 'Reinvent the Catholic Faith' The Ruth Institute Counseling Freedom For All – Ruth Institute References, Sources, and Citations – Ruth Institute Parent Resources – Ruth Institute Refute the Top 5 Gay Myths – Ruth Institute Courage International Don't Be Fooled by the Rainbow (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 6/1/23 Five Ways to Protect Your Family (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 5/8/23 The Sexual State: How Elite Ideologies are Destroying Lives and Why the Church Was Right All Along Yes, Some Moral Acts Are Disordered—Here's Why – Catholic World Report Pontifex Minimus by Fr. Paul Mankowski | Articles | First Things How the Synodality Synod Comes to a Close Synod Now Debating Draft of Final Document Prior to Saturday Publication - Lifesite iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

In the final part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses hitting spiritual rock bottom, repentance, and the necessity of regularly making a good confession. How can we avoid falling prey to what Father calls the "national anthem of Satan", and why is conversion sometimes so difficult? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes Canon Law & Confession (Fr. Gerald Murray) 4/17/23 Catechesis & Confession (Joe Heschmeyer) 4/18/23 Confession: A Pastor's View (Fr. Casey Jones) 4/19/23 Confessing Your Whole Life (Fr. Bill Watson, S.J.) 4/20/23 Nefarious: The Must-See Movie (Cary Solomon) 5/15/23 Nefarious | Official Website The Screwtape Letters Narrated by John Cleese - Complete The Spiritual Direction of Saint Claude De Colombiere The Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: How to Practice the Sacred Heart Devotion - Fr. John Croiset, S.J. A Heart on Fire: Rediscovering Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus - Fr. James Kubicki, S.J. No more excuses! Go to confession Repentance: Why "I'm sorry" isn't enough L.A. Catholic Church payouts for clergy abuse top $1.5 billion with new record settlement Most Dramatic Synod Day: Overwhelming Rejection of Empowering Bishop's Conferences Previously Unknown Mozart Song Discovered in German Library After 200 Years iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

In the fourth part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses the importance of cultivating gratitude in one's routine of spiritual hygiene. How can faithful prayer of the Ignatian Examen help prevent the corrosion of our memory of graces and blessings received? Show Notes The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide for Everyday Living The Examen Prayer: Ignatian Wisdom for Our Lives Today | Fr. Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V. Meditation and Contemplation: An Ignatian Guide to Praying with Scripture | Fr. Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V. An Ignatian Introduction to Prayer: Scriptural Reflections According to the Spiritual Exercises | Fr. Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V. How to Pray Always (Fr. Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V.) 9/7/22 Let's Have a Grown-Up Conversation About One's Conscience Conscience Should Begin, Not End, Moral Discourse Conscience: You're Probably Doing It Wrong Conscience Isn't An Emotion — Not Even Close Make life a sacred story with 15 minutes a day "Lord, I Want to See": How to Keep Your Spiritual Eyes Open Real Philosophy for Real People: Tools for Truthful Living - Audiobook Now Available! The Screwtape Letters Narrated by John Cleese - Complete iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

In the third part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses worship through a look at the offering of Cain. How does offering worship according to our personal preferences rather than what God is owed communicate the wicked worldview of the enemy, "MY will be done"? Show Notes The strategies of Satan, Part 3: The "Cain" tactic God's holy weapons against Satan, Part 3: The gift of priesthood What Many Priests No Longer Believe | Homiletic & Pastoral Review Why Do (Mass-going) Catholics Resent God? - Crisis Magazine Parishes Preparing Their People for…What Exactly? - Crisis Magazine In Search of the Sacred: Contributions to An Answer - Josef Pieper In Tune With The World: A Theory of Festivity- Josef Pieper iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

In the second part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses conflict avoidance, kingship, and the vice of Acedia by taking a closer look at Ahab. What happens when we refuse to make use of legitimate and God given authority? Show Notes The strategies of Satan, Part 2: The "Ahab" tactic God's holy weapons against Satan, Part 2: The gift of kingship Sacred Story Institute The Beginning of the End of Recreational Catholicism The End of Recreational Catholicism (Fr. John Perricone) 10/10/24 iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

In the first part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue introduces us to Jezebel. Who, or what, is it, and what does it represent? In order to properly prepare for battle, we must first understand what we're up against. What is the "Jezebel Strategy," and why is it one of the enemy's favorite tactics? Why is the gift of prophecy so essential in fighting back against it? Show Notes The strategies of Satan, Part 1: The "Jezebel" tactic God's holy weapons against Satan, Part 1: The gift of prophecy Isaiah's Job Sacred Story Institute iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

The discussion delves into what it means to be a good citizen as a Catholic, especially in today's politicized environment. It highlights the historical relationship between faith and American politics, addressing how significant figures navigated anti-Catholic sentiments. The need for a balance between moral obligations and civic duties is examined, alongside the importance of integrating faith into public life. Additionally, it emphasizes seeking divine wisdom in political engagement, urging listeners to align with Christ’s teachings for a better society.

We welcome back Fr. John Perricone to discuss his article in Crisis Magazine about the end of recreational Catholicism. Why is it so dangerous when practicing our faith is treated as nothing more than a past-time? Might the end of the days of "entertainment liturgy" and lukewarm Catholicism be on the horizon? Show Notes The Beginning of the End of Recreational Catholicism The Synodal Comedy: Act II Must worship be entertaining? iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

We welcome back friend of the show Matt Archbold of Creative Minority Report to discuss ongoing attacks and persecution facing the Catholic church. Faulty wiring, "possible" hate crimes, and even a "trans Pope?" We'll close the show out with a reminder of the role that the Rosary can, and should, play in our pushing back against the evil around us. Show Notes More "Faulty Wiring" at Yet Another Church in Quebec? Los Angeles Catholic church repeatedly vandalized in possible 'hate crime' New Movie "Conclave" is Anti-Catholic Oscar Bait Georgia Supreme Court Reinstates 6-Week 'Heartbeat' Law Synod, October 7: Cardinal Hollerich calls for suggestions to make Church less 'pyramidal'; women's ministry discussion resurfaces 11 Benefits of the Rosary from the 11 Marian Encyclicals of Pope Leo XIII What Will Replace Wokeism as the Ruling Regime's Religion? Pope Francis names pro-LGBT Father Timothy Radcliffe among 21 new cardinals Federal relief workers say FEMA is moving away from helping greatest number of people - to LGBTQ 'disaster equity' in woke webinar Canadian euthanasia 'doctor' says 'nobody more grateful' for her work than her patients Top 10 "Scientific" and Hilarious Explanations for the Miracle at Fatima iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!