Crash Course Catholicism

"You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor." Is there such thing as objective truth? Is it ALWAYS better to tell the truth? Are there situations where it's better to lie? (Pls excuse the the background cicadas #straya) This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Eight of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2464-2474). ⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2464-2513John Chapter 8The Acts of the ApostlesPope St. John Paul II, Fides et RatioFulton Sheen, "Revealed Truth", YouTube.Fulton Sheen, "Freedom", YouTube.Opus Dei: "'In Spirit and Truth': Creating Unity of Life (I)""'Where God Wants us': Creating Unity of Life (II)"Thomas A. Kempis, The Imitation of ChristJacques Philippe, Interior FreedomArchbishop Anthony Fisher OP: "Conference on Newman the Prophet: A Saint for Our Times""Conscience, Relativism and Truth: the Witness of Newman" (video)Bishop Conley, "Blessed John Henry Newman and the Search for Truth in the Post-Relativist University"Dr. Alice von Hildebrand, Memoirs of a Happy FailureC.S. Lewis, The Abolition of ManBishop Robert Barron, "Breaking Out of the Prison of Self-Invention", YouTube.Ascenscion Presents, "Why We Should Stop Saying 'My Truth'", YouTube.Catholic Encyclopedia, "Truth"Trent Horn, "Truth and Ice Cream", Catholic Answers."Biography of Blessed Franz Jägerstätter"Erna Putz, Franz Jägerstätter, Letters and Writings from Prisondir. Terence Malick, A Hidden Lifedir. Fred Zinnemann, A Man for All Seasons.

"You shall not steal." What does a just economic system look like? Is work necessary? Do wealthy nations have an obligation to help poorer ones? This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Seven of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2419-2463).⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2401-2463Matthew 5:40Luke 19:1-10Pope Leo XIII, Rerum NovarumJohn Paul II, Laborem Exercens.John Paul II, Centesimus AnnusBenedict XVI, Caritas in Veritate.Pope Francis, Laudato Si'.Chris Lilley, "Jaime King, We Can Be Heroes", YouTube.Victor Hugo, Les Miserables. “Les, Miserables, Tenth Anniversary Concert.” YouTube.dir. Tom Hooper, Les Miserables.Ascension Press, "The Virtue of Justice Explained", YouTube.The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Justice"The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Theft"Miranda Hart, Peggy and Me.Thomas Aquinas, "Justice", Summa Theologiae, II.ii, Question 58Hamlet, Act 3, Scene 3.Gerard Manly Hopkins "As Kingfishers Catch Fire, Dragonflies Draw Flame"https://goodonyou.eco/St Josemaria Escriva, Christ is Passing By, "Point 47"Word on Fire, "“Evangelization Is Colonialism”: Are We Sure About That?""Who we are: Human uniqueness and the African spirit of Ubuntu. Desmond Tutu, Templeton Prize 2013", YouTube.Catholic Relief Services, "Catholic Social Teaching", YouTube.Trocaire, "Catholic Social Teaching in 3 Minutes", YouTube.Word on Fire, "Pope Francis, 'Fratelli Tutti,' and the Universal Destination of Goods"Bishop Robert Barron, "Bishop Barron on Pope Francis and Our Responsibility for the Common Good"Australian Catholic University, "The Principles of Catholic Social Thought and The Common Good."Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, "Doctrinal Note on some questions regarding the Participation of Catholics in Political Life"Vatican News, "'Fratelli tutti': short summary of Pope Francis's Social Encyclical"ABC News, "The architecture of peace: Pope Francis on social friendship and the hope for universal fraternity"Catholic News Agency, "Bishop Barron defends Junipero Serra: Evangelization is not ‘cultural aggression’"The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy"Elizabeth Gaskell, North and South and the BBC adaptation. E.M. Forster, Howards EndSt Basil, On Social Justice.

"You shall not steal." What actually constitutes stealing? Is anything absolutely my own? How much should I give to others? In this episode, we begin our discussion of the seventh Commandment. This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Seven of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2401-2418). ⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2401-2463Matthew 5:40Luke 19:1-10Pope Leo XIII, Rerum NovarumJohn Paul II, Laborem Exercens.John Paul II, Centesimus AnnusBenedict XVI, Caritas in Veritate.Pope Francis, Laudato Si'.Chris Lilley, "Jaime King, We Can Be Heroes", YouTube.Victor Hugo, Les Miserables. “Les, Miserables, Tenth Anniversary Concert.” YouTube.dir. Tom Hooper, Les Miserables.Ascension Press, "The Virtue of Justice Explained", YouTube.The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Justice"The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Theft"Miranda Hart, Peggy and Me.Thomas Aquinas, "Justice", Summa Theologiae, II.ii, Question 58Hamlet, Act 3, Scene 3.Gerard Manly Hopkins "As Kingfishers Catch Fire, Dragonflies Draw Flame"https://goodonyou.eco/St Josemaria Escriva, Christ is Passing By, "Point 47"Word on Fire, "“Evangelization Is Colonialism”: Are We Sure About That?""Who we are: Human uniqueness and the African spirit of Ubuntu. Desmond Tutu, Templeton Prize 2013", YouTube.Catholic Relief Services, "Catholic Social Teaching", YouTube.Trocaire, "Catholic Social Teaching in 3 Minutes", YouTube.Word on Fire, "Pope Francis, 'Fratelli Tutti,' and the Universal Destination of Goods"Bishop Robert Barron, "Bishop Barron on Pope Francis and Our Responsibility for the Common Good"Australian Catholic University, "The Principles of Catholic Social Thought and The Common Good."Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, "Doctrinal Note on some questions regarding the Participation of Catholics in Political Life"Vatican News, "'Fratelli tutti': short summary of Pope Francis's Social Encyclical"ABC News, "The architecture of peace: Pope Francis on social friendship and the hope for universal fraternity"Catholic News Agency, "Bishop Barron defends Junipero Serra: Evangelization is not ‘cultural aggression’"The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy"Elizabeth Gaskell, North and South and the BBC adaptation. E.M. Forster, Howards EndSt Basil, On Social Justice.

The discussion dives into the essence of marriage, likening it to a mountain climb that requires commitment and mutual support. It examines the profound implications of vows, illustrating the pain of infidelity and the differences between divorce and annulment. The sacredness of marriage is highlighted, asserting its permanence until death, while addressing complex topics like polygamy and moral dilemmas surrounding contraception. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding partner values and the beauty of lifelong commitment amidst challenges.

"Thou shalt not commit adultery." What is the purpose of sex? Does the Catholic church just have a massive negative hang-up about it? In this episode, we continue our discussion of the sixth Commandment. This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Six of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2337-2359). ⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2331-2359Matthew 5:27Pope St. John Paul IIThe Theology of the Body.Familiaris ConsortioLove and Responsibility Mulieris DignitatemTheology of the Body in Simple LanguageMan and Woman He Created ThemFamiliaris Consortio.Homily at Mass on the Washington Mall October 7, 1979.Christopher WestOur Bodies Tell God's Story: Discovering the Divine Plan for Love, Sex, and GenderThe Ask Christopher West Podcast.The Theology of the Body Institute, YouTube."Contraception vs. Natural Family Planning: What's the difference?"Good New About Sex and MarriageTheology of the Body Explained. Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Making Sense of Bioethics: Column 132: Seeing through the Intersex ConfusionCapturing Christianity, "Do Non-Biological Views of Gender Make Any Sense? (Dr. Tomas Bogardus)"Edith Stein, Essays on Woman.C. S. LewisMere ChristianityThe Four LovesSt Josemaria,  "Marriage: A Christian Vocation", Christ is Passing By.Fr Mike Schmitz, "Love and Same Sex Attraction""Beyond No: What the Catholic Church Has to Say About Same-Sex Attraction""Catholic Teaching on IVF and Contraception Explained"The Catholic Encyclopedia "Adultery""Divorce""Incest"Catholic Answers, "The Hardest Teaching of Them All" "What does adultery encompass?""Birth Control"“What are the grounds for annulment?"Jason Evert, "Contraceptive Mentality vs NFP"Jason Evert, "Debunking Myths about NFP"EWTN, "Church Teaching on Birth Control"Pope Francis, "Amoris Laetitia"Life Teen, "You Don’t Need to Test Drive Sex to Know if it’s True Love"Emily Wilson, "50 MUST-ASK Questions Before Marriage"Peter Kreeft, "Catholic Christianity"J.R.R. Tolkien, "On marriage and relations between the sexes"

The discussion kicks off by delving into the Sixth Commandment and its implications for marriage and human sexuality. It contrasts modern gender perspectives with Catholic teachings, emphasizing the unity of body and soul. Various views on gender identity are explored, including behavioral and biological definitions. The conversation remains compassionate towards those experiencing gender dysphoria, all while highlighting the dignity and complementary nature of men and women according to Church doctrine. It's a thought-provoking mix of faith and contemporary issues.

"You shall not kill." What constitutes a "just war"? Is it permissible to accumulate weapons of mass destruction? In this mini episode, we wrap up our discussion of the fifth Commandment. This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Five of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2258-2330). ⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2258-2330Matthew Chapter 15Matthew Chapter 5Pope Francis, Address of His Holiness Pope Francis in the Meeting Promoted by the Pontifical Council for Promoting the New Evangelization.Pope JPII, Evangelium VitaeCriminal: France. "Caroline." Netflix.Fr. Sebastian Walshe, O. Praem, "The Grace of Deathbed Conversions."St. Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologiae, Second Part of the Second Part, Question 64: Murder.Website, "Find an Ethical Manufacturer"St Josemaria Escriva, The Way, Point 370Maria Vision USA, "How tragedy led to my conversion | Matthew Harte", YouTube.Pints with Aquinas, "The State of Catholicism in Ireland w/ Mattie Harte", YouTube.Bishop Robert Barron, "Our Catholic President and the Most Pressing Moral Issue of Our Time"The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Logic".The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Suicide".Catholic Answers, 20 Questions: Abortion.Ethics Finder. (there are SO MANY great resources on this website)C.S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain.Gaudium et SpesPope Francis, "Misericordia et misera"THIS ARTICLE IS SO GOOD AND CLEAR: Michael Egnor, "If a Fetus Isn’t a Human Being, What Is It?"Colin B. Donovan, STL "End of Life Decisions: Ordinary versus Extraordinary Means"Among the Lilies, "Healing after an abortion"Fr. Nicanor Austriaco, O.P., "When Does Human Life Begin? The Scientific Evidence", YouTube.Maureen L. Condic, "When Does Human Life Begin? The Scientific Evidence"Bishop Robert Barron "Bishop Barron on Atheism and Assisted Suicide"Fr Mike Schmitz, "Talking About Suicide"Fr Mike Schmitz, "Hope in the Face of Suicide"Ascension Presents, "God's Mercy and Suicide"Ellie Egan, "Testimony of Hope"Stephanie Sugiaman, "It’s not too much pain but too little love that makes people ask for euthanasia"Death and Donuts "The Agony & Ecstasy Of A Life After Death"Gaudium et SpesTerrence Malick, A Hidden LifeAnthony Doerr, All the Light We Cannot SeeMarkus Zusak, The Book ThiefAnne Frank, The Diary of a Young GirlIan Serraillier, The Silver SwordViktor Frankl, Man's Search for MeaningEddie Jaku, The Happiest Man on EarthLeo Tolstoy, War and Peace (I mean if you WANNA read it)

"You shall not kill." Is abortion ever morally permissible? What about euthanasia? What does the Church teach about people who have committed suicide? In this episode we continue our discussion of the fifth Commandment. This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Five of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2258-2330). ⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2258-2330Matthew Chapter 15Matthew Chapter 5Pope Francis, Address of His Holiness Pope Francis in the Meeting Promoted by the Pontifical Council for Promoting the New Evangelization.Pope JPII, Evangelium VitaeCriminal: France. "Caroline." Netflix.Fr. Sebastian Walshe, O. Praem, "The Grace of Deathbed Conversions."St. Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologiae, Second Part of the Second Part, Question 64: Murder.Website, "Find an Ethical Manufacturer"St Josemaria Escriva, The Way, Point 370Maria Vision USA, "How tragedy led to my conversion | Matthew Harte", YouTube.Pints with Aquinas, "The State of Catholicism in Ireland w/ Mattie Harte", YouTube.Bishop Robert Barron, "Our Catholic President and the Most Pressing Moral Issue of Our Time"The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Logic".The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Suicide".Catholic Answers, 20 Questions: Abortion.Ethics Finder. (there are SO MANY great resources on this website)C.S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain.Gaudium et SpesPope Francis, "Misericordia et misera"THIS ARTICLE IS SO GOOD AND CLEAR: Michael Egnor, "If a Fetus Isn’t a Human Being, What Is It?"Colin B. Donovan, STL "End of Life Decisions: Ordinary versus Extraordinary Means"Among the Lilies, "Healing after an abortion"Fr. Nicanor Austriaco, O.P., "When Does Human Life Begin? The Scientific Evidence", YouTube.Maureen L. Condic, "When Does Human Life Begin? The Scientific Evidence"Bishop Robert Barron "Bishop Barron on Atheism and Assisted Suicide"Fr Mike Schmitz, "Talking About Suicide"Fr Mike Schmitz, "Hope in the Face of Suicide"Ascension Presents, "God's Mercy and Suicide"Ellie Egan, "Testimony of Hope"Stephanie Sugiaman, "It’s not too much pain but too little love that makes people ask for euthanasia"Death and Donuts "The Agony & Ecstasy Of A Life After Death"Gaudium et SpesTerrence Malick, A Hidden LifeAnthony Doerr, All the Light We Cannot SeeMarkus Zusak, The Book ThiefAnne Frank, The Diary of a Young GirlIan Serraillier, The Silver SwordViktor Frankl, Man's Search for MeaningEddie Jaku, The Happiest Man on EarthLeo Tolstoy, War and Peace (I mean if you WANNA read it)

"You shall not kill." Is it wrong to kill someone in self-defense? What about the death penalty? Why is hatred a sin against this commandment? In this episode we cover the fifth Commandment. This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Five of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2258-2330). ⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2258-2330Matthew Chapter 15Matthew Chapter 5Pope Francis, Address of His Holiness Pope Francis in the Meeting Promoted by the Pontifical Council for Promoting the New Evangelization.Pope JPII, Evangelium VitaeCriminal: France. "Caroline." Netflix.Fr. Sebastian Walshe, O. Praem, "The Grace of Deathbed Conversions."St. Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologiae, Second Part of the Second Part, Question 64: Murder.Website, "Find an Ethical Manufacturer"St Josemaria Escriva, The Way, Point 370Maria Vision USA, "How tragedy led to my conversion | Matthew Harte", YouTube.Pints with Aquinas, "The State of Catholicism in Ireland w/ Mattie Harte", YouTube.Bishop Robert Barron, "Our Catholic President and the Most Pressing Moral Issue of Our Time"The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Logic".The Catholic Encyclopedia, "Suicide".Catholic Answers, 20 Questions: Abortion.Ethics Finder. (there are SO MANY great resources on this website)C.S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain.Gaudium et SpesPope Francis, "Misericordia et misera"THIS ARTICLE IS SO GOOD AND CLEAR: Michael Egnor, "If a Fetus Isn’t a Human Being, What Is It?"Colin B. Donovan, STL "End of Life Decisions: Ordinary versus Extraordinary Means"Among the Lilies, "Healing after an abortion"Fr. Nicanor Austriaco, O.P., "When Does Human Life Begin? The Scientific Evidence", YouTube.Maureen L. Condic, "When Does Human Life Begin? The Scientific Evidence"Bishop Robert Barron "Bishop Barron on Atheism and Assisted Suicide"Fr Mike Schmitz, "Talking About Suicide"Fr Mike Schmitz, "Hope in the Face of Suicide"Ascension Presents, "God's Mercy and Suicide"Ellie Egan, "Testimony of Hope"Stephanie Sugiaman, "It’s not too much pain but too little love that makes people ask for euthanasia"Death and Donuts "The Agony & Ecstasy Of A Life After Death"Gaudium et SpesTerrence Malick, A Hidden LifeAnthony Doerr, All the Light We Cannot SeeMarkus Zusak, The Book ThiefAnne Frank, The Diary of a Young GirlIan Serraillier, The Silver SwordViktor Frankl, Man's Search for MeaningEddie Jaku, The Happiest Man on EarthLeo Tolstoy, War and Peace (I mean if you WANNA read it)

"Honour your mother and father." Does honouring our parents mean doing everything they say? What if your parents are terrible? Are children free to make their own moral decisions? In this episode we cover the fourth Commandment. This episode covers Part Three, Section Two, Chapter Two, Article Four of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (pts 2196-2257). ⁠Donate via PayPal⁠:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=6WSCLFHLCDXH2Support us on ⁠Patreon⁠!Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.⁠Instagram⁠:https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/References and further reading/listening/viewing:The Catechism of the Catholic Church, Pts. 2196-2257Peter Kreeft, Catholic Christianity: A Complete Catechism of Catholic Beliefs Based on the Catechism of the Catholic ChurchOlga Emily Marlin, Our Lives in his Hands: An Ordinary Couple's Path to Holiness.Leo Trese, The Faith Explained.Louisa May Alcott, Little WomenThe Sound of MusicHélène Mongin, The Extraordinary Parents of St. Therese of Lisieux: Sts. Louis and Zelie MartinAnnette Goulden, Rooted In Love: Louis and Zélie Martin: Models of Married Love, Family Life, and Everyday HolinessJason Evert, Saint John Paul The GreatJacques Philippe, Interior Freedom: Experiencing The Freedom Of The Children of GodRoald Dahl, Matilda.