Truth in Charity

How did we get the Bible we have today? On this episode, Bishop talks about the twists and turns in the process, the connection between scripture and Tradition, as well as the importance of being attentive to the unity of the whole Bible. For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop

On this episode, Bishop talks about the importance of uniting ourselves to Jesus in the desert as we prepare for Lent.

Is there a right way to pray? Are memorized prayers as effective as spontaneous ones? On this episode, Bishop talks about what’s most important when encountering the Lord in prayer. https://spokestreet.com/truth-in-charity

In the light of Pope Benedict XVI’s passing, a listener asked if Bishop could talk more about Ressourcement Theology. So we made it an episode! Hear more the impact Ressourcement Theology had on the Pope as well as its history and mostly French origin. The book: https://amzn.to/3HMSxjR

This week, Bishop Rhoades talks about Pope Benedict XVI’s life, his insightful writings, and his call to be St. Peter’s successor. Hear why Bishop calls him the greatest theologian of the 20th century on this episode.

On this episode, hear more about the life of St. Vincent de Paul as well as the society named after him. The St. Vincent de Paul Society is an organization of lay Catholics doing good work around the world.

St. Hilary was a fourth-century Bishop who was sent into exile during the Arian heresy. On this episode, find out more about this doctor of the Church who defended the full divinity of Christ.

There are arguments on both sides, but what is the best way to receive Communion? On this episode, Bishop offers a reflection that includes a little bit of history and a reminder of what’s most important when receiving.

The Christmas Day Gospel reading is the very beginning of the Gospel of John...just 18 verses... and it’s so profound that Bishop spends the entire episode breaking it down.

After the birth of John the Baptist, his father, Zechariah, gave praise and thanks in a hymn now known as “The Benedictus.” It has since become part of  The Liturgy of the Hours  and is prayed every morning. Hear Bishop Rhoades break down the Canticle of Zechariah on this episode.

This episode focuses on the life and writings of St. John of the Cross. Find out more about his work with St. Teresa of Avila and how his work influenced many people over the centuries including St. Pope John Paul II.

This episode focuses on Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego. Learn more about how his vision of Mary led to an explosion of conversions and changed the history of America.

Ever wonder about the offices that are in a Diocese? How are they structured and what does each office do? Learn more about diocesan curia, secretariats, and moderators on this episode.

Bishop talks about the USCCB meeting. He shares about almost becoming vice president, his new chairman role, pro-life post-Dobbs, Ukraine, and three American women being considered for sainthood. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252793/meet-the-3-women-us-bishops-are-considering-for-sainthood

On this episode, Bishop talks about the history of Synods and how the current Synod on Synodality is going now that listening sessions in each diocese have concluded and summaries have been prepared. FInd out what was discovered locally, regionally, and nationally. Links to the summaries are below: Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend Synthesis: https://diocesefwsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Synod...

Bishop recently celebrated the annual White Mass for Healthcare Workers and, on this episode, he talks about the challenges faced by those working in the medical profession as well as how certain saints, especially St. Luke, have illustrated the virtues of Catholic healthcare.

This week, Bishop talks about what goes into creating a diocesan budget. Learn more about the process and this year’s Bishop Appeal video on this episode. To watch this year’s Bishop’s Appeal video and see a breakdown of the budget, visit: DioceseFWSB.org/ABA

Bishop recently celebrated special Red Masses for those in the legal profession and those serving in public office. Find out more about the challenges these groups face and Bishop’s encouragement for them to balance their professions with their Catholic faith.

This episode is dedicated to Bishop answering listener-submitted questions! Hear him delve into questions about Religious Education classes, same-sex marriage, the history of Popes taking new names, religious life, and the new Liturgy of the Hours translation.

Bishop recently celebrated Jubilee Anniversary Masses, and he shares his homily highlights in this episode. Hear more about this celebration of married couples and a love that grows and perserveres.

On this episode, find out about Brother Columba O’Neill... a humble cobbler and Holy Cross brother who became known for his love of neighbor as well as a special devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bishop recently opened his cause of canonization. For more on Brother Columba: https://todayscatholic.org/postulating-the-cause-for-brother-columba/

Over the past few episodes, Bishop has been breaking down the four marks of the church, and they may sound familiar from the Creed: one, holy, Catholic, and Apostolic. This week, the series wraps up with Bishop talking about the fourth mark: ”apostolic.” Find out about the different dimensions of the word and how all the marks are connected.

On this episode, Bishop continues breaking down the Four Marks of the Church. This time focusing on the third mark, “Catholic.”

We’re continuing our series on the Four Marks of the Church....”one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic.” On this episode, Bishop goes into the second mark... “Holy.” Find out more about our call to sanctification and humility.

The Nicene Creed professes “One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church.” These are known as the four marks of the Church. On this episode, Bishop focuses on the first mark: “one. Hear more about unity, and why it's an essential part of the Church.