
All Things Catholic with Dr. Edward Sri
Join well-known theologian and author Edward Sri for weekly insights on understanding and living out the Catholic faith. Delve deeper into the Bible, prayer time, virtue, relationships, marriage and family and culture with practical reflections on all things Catholic. Don't just go through the motions. Live as an intentional Catholic, a disciple of Jesus Christ.
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Jun 6, 2023 • 23min
How to Radiate Christ
What does it mean to radiate Christ and how do you do it? Dr. Edward Sri shares what is most essential in order to radiate Christ: personal prayer. He explains how some of the most important things in our lives are affected by whether or not we have a personal prayer life.
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The people around us are depending on us to have a daily prayer life.
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May 30, 2023 • 21min
The Anatomy of an Apology
Are some apologies better than others? Knowing how to apologize is an essential part of life. But do you know what a good apology is? Today, Dr. Edward Sri is joined by his wife Beth Sri to discuss what makes a good apology and why it is so important.
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Do not underestimate the power of forgiveness.
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May 23, 2023 • 20min
Part 2: How to Prepare for Marriage (with Beth Sri and Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Dr. Edward Sri continues his conversation with his wife and Fr. Mike Schmitz. They continue their conversation on marriage and how to best prepare yourself for this vocation. They also discuss some of the challenges of marriage and why God is so essential for a good marriage.
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The goal of marriage is for our hearts to change and become more like Jesus’ heart.
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May 16, 2023 • 31min
Part 1: How to Prepare for Marriage (with Beth Sri and Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Join Dr. Sri and his special guests Beth Sri and Fr. Mike Schmitz to hear their thoughts and opinions on preparing for marriage. Fr. Mike Schmitz offers his perspective as a spiritual father and his experience of walking with couples as they prepare for marriage. Dr. Sri and his wife Beth share the wisdom and advice they have acquired from their own marriage.
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True love wants to promise forever.
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May 9, 2023 • 20min
The Advocate
Can we love like Christ loves? This is what Christ commands us to do, but is it possible to do on our own? Dr. Sri explains the importance of the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, when it comes to loving others as Christ loves us.
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If we want to love as Christ loves, we must ask for the help of the Holy Spirit.
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May 2, 2023 • 27min
Mary: Honor vs. Worship
Are we giving Mary too much attention as Catholics? Will a devotion to her take away from my relationship with Jesus? Dr. Sri discusses these questions in light of the Church’s invitation to honor Mary throughout the month of May.
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Apr 25, 2023 • 22min
The “Sanctus” and Its Biblical Roots
Have you ever connected what we do at Mass to Sacred Scripture? Dr. Sri shares a glimpse into this by explaining the “Sanctus” or “Holy, Holy, Holy” and its Biblical roots. By understanding the Biblical roots of the Mass, we can more fully participate in the Sacred Liturgy.
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The words and small gestures we do at Mass are profound ways that we can profess our ardent love for Jesus.
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Apr 18, 2023 • 29min
Types of Conversion
Are you experiencing a conversion right now? Conversion is something that should be ongoing, but may look different for each person. Using the story of the Prodigal Son, Dr. Sri explains some of the different types of conversion. Dr. Sri provides encouragement so that we can continue turning back to God.
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Whenever you are not feeling worthy, know that the Father says to you, “You are my beloved child.”
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Apr 11, 2023 • 29min
Reasons to Believe in the Resurrection
Do you really believe that Jesus rose from the dead? Perhaps, you have asked this question or maybe someone has challenged you with this question. Either way, it can be difficult to answer. In this episode, Dr. Sri shares many good reasons to believe in the resurrection and how we can respond to arguments against it.
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“If Christ has not been raised, then our proclamation has been in vain and your faith has been in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:14).
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Apr 4, 2023 • 24min
The Meaning of Christ's Suffering
Why did Jesus die on the cross? How does the suffering of an innocent man fix anything? These are good questions and Dr. Sri shares the answers given to us by the Church. Dr. Sri helps bring an even deeper understanding of Christ’s passion and death.
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God doesn’t just want to pardon us. He wants to rescue us and heal us.
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