Returning to Tradition

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about what a seminarian can and can't do. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about why you should date Catholics. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about Easter: East and West. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about Holy Week. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about Palm Sunday and how important lay ministers are. N.B. altar server vestments and who can be an altar server is purely a matter of opinion in the Roman Rite; remember though, the podcast name is Returning to Tradition. . As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinu...

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about the midpoint of Lent. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about giving alms, especially as a college student. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about fasting and abstinence. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about prayer - and get into quite a few analogies. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma kick off the Lenten podcast series with a chat about Ash Wednesday, the most attended Mass day of the year. Editor's Note: When talking about Lent, Chris referenced the two comings - this refers to Advent. In Lent, the focus is upon Christ's Passion, Death, and Resurrection and how that applies to our own sufferings, mortal nature, and the resurrection of the body....

In this episode, Chris and Emma discuss the last new stage of Program of Priestly Formation: the Vocational Synthesis Stage. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma discuss the third new stage of Program of Priestly Formation: the Configuration Stage. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Chris and Emma talk about the reality of the Church today and how parishes (and even dioceses) might begin to merge. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, Emma takes the reins and talks about Paul, whose conversion the Church celebrates today. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this episode, the second in a four part series on the stages of seminary formation, Chris and Emma talk about what is essentially college for seminarians. The series continues in mid-February. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In today's episode, Chris and Emma talk about the first stage of the new PPF, its potential implications, and how something like it might be beneficial to all the faithful. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In today's episode (published a week late due to technical issues), Chris and Emma start the latest season of the podcast by talking about the recent feast of Epiphany and the SEEK conference. As with every episode, this episode does not necessarily reflect the views of the Diocese of Columbus or the Pontifical College Josephinum, nor is it necessarily theologically or factually accurate.

In this Trailer for Season 4, Chris and Emma test out a new recording format, catch up, and introduce this season, which begins January 4.

In this episode, Emma and Chris go over the questions Chris had to answer as part of the seminary college application. With this episode being the final one of the season, Emma gives her goodbye.

In this episode, Emma and Chris talk about how Chris got accepted by the Diocese. They also talk about Chris's new bishop. For the most part, there is a lot of banter and explaining things to Emma in this penultimate episode of the season.

On this episode, Chris shares a talk he gave in July.

In this episode, Chris recounts his psychological evaluation by turning the tables and giving one to Emma. 

In this episode, we finally have new music, after many requests. But more importantly, we have the interview and application to talk about.

In this episode of Returning to Tradition, Emma guides Chris through the discernment phases and life story ending high school and into "senior semester" of college. As a reminder, Season 3 was recorded at the same time as Season 2 (in spring 2022) but has a delayed release in the summer of 2022. -------- Intro/outro music used with Creative Commons license: The Ice Giants by Kevin MacLeod Link: ht...

In this episode of Returning to Tradition, Chris continues to tell the story of his life and the topic takes a detour from discernment until next episode. Emma continues to ask questions as the story moves on. As a reminder, Season 3 was recorded at the same time as Season 2 (in spring 2022) but has a delayed release in the summer of 2022. -------- Intro/outro music used with Creative Commons lice...