The Cordial Catholic

In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by apologist, author, speaker, and podcast host John DeRosa to tackle some of the major atheist, agnostic, and materialist-naturalist objections to God and the Catholic Church like the problem of suffering, belief in God as wishful thinking, and science vs. faith.John is the host of the incredible Classical Theism Podcast where, every week, he and a guest dive deep into topics of philosophy, theology, and apologetics to help listeners to better defend the God of Classical Theism, Jesus Christ, and the Catholic Church. Two resources mentioned on the show were,John's Interview with Dr. Robert Delfino on Aquinas's Third WayEdward Feser, Five Proofs of the Existence of GodFor more on John check out his website. John's Talking Points page, which includes some fantastic (and free!) apologetics resources, is available here. It's definitely worth a look!For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Moira McQueen the Executive Director of the Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute to talk about a whole range of ethical issues confronting Catholics today. We talk about the theology underpinning the comprehensive Catholic worldview about life, contraception, abortion, doctor-assisted suicide (euthanasia), and some of the bioethical concerns which Catholics will have to face in the future. For more from Dr. McQueen visit the Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute.For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. This episode of the podcast is generously sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. For more information about the various pilgrimages, tours, and cruises they offer – including those to the Oberammergau Passion Play in 2020, please check out their website and help to support this show.For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast, I'm joined again by Steve Weidenkopf, author and lecturer in History at the Christendom College Graduate School of Theology, to talk about the origins of Christianity.Was Christianity based on pagan myth? Was Jesus a real person? Were Easter and Christmas just repackaged pagan celebrations? What about the resurrection and the virgin birth – and where do all these notions come from anyway? Professor Weidenkopf tackles these myths and more as we look at the origins of Catholicism and work to understand why so many people believe these misconceptions – these myths – about the Early Church.For more from Steve, visit his website and check out his videos, books, and blog articles. Steve's books are highly accessible and packed full of information based on primary source material.For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast I'm joined by Catholic Answers Senior Apologist Jimmy Akin to talk about the Bible. Where did the Bible come from? How did it get put together? What is the role of oral tradition and why are Catholic Bibles bigger? We also dig into problems with the Protestant doctrine of Sola Scripture and how Catholics read and understand the Bible in a different way. For more about Jimmy visit his website. Also see Catholic Answers. And, buy Jimmy Akin's new book The Bible is a Catholic Book. Or keep reading the show notes for how you can get a free copy!For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. This episode of the podcast is generously sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. For more information about the various pilgrimages, tours, and cruises they offer – including those to the Oberammergau Passion Play in 2020, please check out their website and help to support this show.For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast I talk to Keith Nester about his journey into the Catholic Church. Keith is a former Protestant pastor with 20 years of experience in a variety of different roles and he has an incredible story to tell about what led him into the Catholic Church, what objections he had, and what he's found now that he's "come home" to Catholicism. It's an episode you DO NOT want to miss. For more about Keith visit his website where you can find links to his YouTube talks and information about his upcoming book. You're going to want to keep your eye on Keith Nester – no doubt. For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast I talk to Matt Swaim about how to evangelize our non-Catholic family and friends. Matt, like me, is a convert to the Catholic faith. He also works at The Coming Home Network's Outreach Manager and hosts the daily Catholic radio show, The Son Rise Morning Show, on EWTN. Matt shares some really–truly–incredible insights into how we can witness with our Catholic faith to those that don't necessarily share it. For more about Matt listen to his morning radio show, The Son Rise Morning Show, and check out The Coming Home Network International.For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast I talk with Pat Flynn to talk about one of the most important and fundamental questions about Catholicism: Do Catholics have a personal relationship with Christ?We also hear a bit of Pat Flynn's fantastic conversion story out of faith and into atheism, philosophy, evangelical Christianity and finally into the Catholic Church based, in part, on the very question we tackle today. It's a fantastic episode and I know you'll love it. For more about Pat Flynn check out his website and subscribe to his podcast, The Pat Flynn Show, on all major podcasting platforms.Resources Pat mentioned in this episode are: Brant Pitre, The Jewish Roots of the EucharistRod Bennett, Four Witnesses: The Early Church in Her Own WordsBe sure to check out Rod's appearances on this podcast by searching our archives.For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast I talk with Dr. Stacy Trasancos about the supposed conflict between faith and science. Dr. Trasancos, a PhD chemist with a degree in dogmatic theology, is the author of Particles of Faith and a sought after speaker on the intersection of Catholicism and science.We discuss how science points towards a creator, how and why we need to be careful with relying too much on science to back up our faith, and how to effectively evangelize through science.For more on Dr. Stacy Trasancos visit her website where you can listen to a number of interviews she's done, read articles, and purchase her books. Her fantastic book is Particles of Faith which comes out in a Student Edition later in September 2019.For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. This episode of the podcast is generously sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Please visit their site and help support this show. For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable and will give you access to a special Patron-Only podcast featuring behind-the-scenes content and more. Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast I talk with author Rod Bennett about the origins of the Bible.We dig deep – way deep – into the history of the Biblical canon. Why are some books in Catholic Bibles and not in those read by Protestants? How did those decisions get made? What role did the Early Church and the Pope play in these important decisions. We also wrestle with the question of Tradition vs. Scripture and if Catholics believe things which aren't in the Bible. For more from Rod Bennett please visit his Amazon author page and purchase his fine books.Two articles which I've written on this topic are:How Can "Bible Only" Christians Trust Their Bibles?Is Fake News Preventing Good Christians from Becoming Catholic?For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. For more information about sponsoring the show, keeping this podcast going, and helping me to continue to deliver quality content please visit the Patreon page.  Even $1 or $2 a month can go a long way to helping make this podcast sustainable. Thank you so much to those already sponsoring the show, I'm so humbled.Plus, become an $8+ monthly sponsor and receive a copy of Jimmy Akin's new book, The Bible is a Catholic Book (continental US shipping only).Theme music is "Sandbox Jingle" by Scott Holmes. A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Douglas Beaumont, a seasoned apologist and author with a PhD in theology, unpacks the essentials of apologetics. He explores how to articulate the proofs for God's existence to diverse audiences, from atheists to fellow Christians. The conversation dives into philosophical arguments, including Aquinas’ five proofs, and addresses the complexity of faith amidst suffering. Dr. Beaumont emphasizes the historical roots of the Catholic Church and the importance of empathetic dialogue in evangelism.