Catholicism Unwrapped

What’s it like to spend your summer teaching kids the faith, living simply, and being stretched spiritually every single day? In this episode, the Fathers Andy sit down with a team of Totus Tuus missionaries from our diocese to talk about their experience on the road. They share stories of laughter, exhaustion, unexpected graces, and how God used the innocence and joy of children to reveal deep tr...

What is Purgatory, really? Is it biblical? Is it fair? And does the Church still teach it? In this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped, we explore the scriptural roots and theological reasoning behind Purgatory; not as a “spiritual waiting room,” but as a profound act of God's mercy. We dive into how God invites us to receive and cooperate with His grace, how purification prepares us for Heaven, and...

The Right to Die? - Euthanasia and the Catholic Response What happens when compassion is confused with control? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the topic of euthanasia; a subject often clouded by emotional language and moral confusion. While phrases like “death with dignity” or “ending suffering” sound merciful on the surface, they raise profound questions about the meaning of life, suffer...

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating decision behind Pope Leo XIV’s choice of name and what it signals for the future of the Church. By looking back at the powerful legacy of Pope Leo XIII, we explore his battle against the heresy of Americanism, his teachings on immigration, and the profound story behind the St. Michael Prayer; written after a chilling vision of Satan claiming he could d...

In this episode, the Fathers Andy dive into the origins and meaning of Divine Mercy, exploring its power to bring peace, especially for those who struggle with scrupulosity. Then shifting to current Church events, they offer a high-level look at the upcoming Papal Conclave beginning May 7th, 2025. Curious for a deeper dive into the Conclave? Revisit Episode 30 for a full breakdown of how it all wo...

Catholics and Orthodox Christians recite nearly the same Creed… except for one key line: “and the Son.” In this episode, the Fathers Andy respond to questions from Catholic high school students, starting with who goes to heaven, and ending with what that tiny difference in the Creed actually means. Along the way, we talk about the Holy Spirit’s role in the Trinity and how He reveals the meaning of...

This week we are addressing more questions brought to us by the Junior and Senior students of Pacelli High School. On the docket today: What is a Jubilee, and why has the Pope declared 2025 as one? Are Tattoos Evil? Stick around to hear the answers as we unwrap it all!

How can we put faith in a human institution?? Shoutout to the students of Pacelli High School for the questions!   References: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain Episode 27 - Papal Infallibility

Finishing up our FAQ section on Annulments this week. Were your questions answered???

What's the difference between Divorce and Annulments? Does the Church allow for separation and divorce? Is divorce a sin? Is our current culture even capable of a valid marriage? Who decides whether or not someone can qualify for an annulment? Do you have to be officially divorced to get an annulment? How long does the process take? How much does it cost? We're covering allll these questions in th...

In this episode, we're answering the question "What is Annulment?". Learn where the teachings on annulment come from in the Bible, why Moses made "divorce" lawful, and what it means to be married. Join us for all this and more in Annulment pt. 1!

Ever wonder the proper way to hold your hands during the Our Father? Palms up or out? Should I hold my neighbor's hand?  Maybe I should just fold my hands? The Fathers Andy are here to answer all your questions and more!

What is Anointing of the Sick? When should it be used? How does it relate to Viaticum and what is Last Rights? Tune in to find out!

Addressing the movie, the reality, and all you need to know about Cardinals and electing a Pope.

This week we're talking about the "secret prayers" said by the priest during Mass! 

What defines Sin? Discover the answers with Fr. Andy the Greater and Fr. Andy the Lesser in this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped.

In this episode we're talking about levels of Papal authority and whether, or not, everything the Pope says is infallible. Don't miss out!

In this episode we’re diving into Fr. Vogel’s vocation story. How he embraced Catholicism by having to defend it, and how the Lord ultimately called him to the priesthood through other people.   By His Mercy 3: Take Up Your Cross by Tricia Walz: https://a.co/d/dH4sSGK

In this episode we're hearing from Father Andy Beerman on how the Lord moved him to enter seminary and ultimately to become His priest. 

**DISCLAIMER** These are educated conversations, in which we grapple with what what we do AND do not know. What the Church HAS told us, and some ideas of clarification on what the Church MIGHT mean by some statements which they have left up to interpretation. WE WILL NEVER tell anyone which candidate to vote for, but highly encourage you to look into the resources provided by the USCCB (listed bel...

In this episode we BEGIN the conversation with Isaac Landsteiner, Director of Parish Social Ministry at Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota. This is the first of a two part series on how to be more informed and understanding the main topics that we, as Catholics, MUST take into consideration as we head to the polls. Buckle up, we've got a lot to cover!   Forming Consciences for Faithful Citiz...

This week we're talking about the Society of St. Pius the 10th... What caused the split? Are their Masses valid? Are they in communion with Rome? All your questions will be answered here!

The 4th and final episode of the Gender Dysphoria mini series, where we discuss the final chapters of Jason Evert's book "Male, Female, Other?".  See below for links to the resources mentioned in this episode.   Male, Female, Other? by Jason Evert: https://www.amazon.com/Male-Female-Other-Catholic-Understanding-ebook/dp/B0BNT18P9M Jason Evert's talk at the National Eucharistic Congress (Jason's ta...

One week late, but we're here!! Third Episode in our series on Gender Dysphoria. Follow along as we discuss the book "Male, Female, Other?" by Jason Evert (Topic starts around 7 minutes)