Aim Higher Catholic Podcast

Come Holy Ghost! We continue our Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost series, focusing on the Gift of Knowledge and the distinction between the gift and the virtue.

Come Holy Ghost! We continue our series on the Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost, focusing on the Gift of Fortitude and the distinction between the gift and the virtue.

In this episode, we discuss the two pillars of the Church - Saint Peter and Saint Paul. Though Peter and Paul had some differences, their unity is symbolized by their love of Christ, which they embraced on their way to martyrdom. Read along with Father from 1 Corinthians 12: 1-20 "Now concerning spiritual things, my brethren, I would not have you ignorant. You know that when you were heathens, you...

In this episode, Father and Sister continue their discussion on a reflection titled "Virtues to be Practiced in Conversation" featured in the May issue of Under Her Mantle. In part two, we go over the virtue of charity. The author wrote: Humility ought to be associated with charity, the humility which treats every one with consideration and respect (Romans 12:10); listens to others without permitt...

Come Holy Ghost! We are continuing our series on the Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost with the Gift of Counsel. The gift of counsel helps us to discover the will of God in difficult circumstances. Before they received the Holy Ghost, the Apostles were inconstant in their thoughts, desires, and actions, at one time full of high zeal, at other times despairing and weak. But Christ promised them the gif...

In this episode, Father and Sister discuss a reflection titled "Virtues to be Practiced in Conversation" featured in the May issue of Under Her Mantle. In part one, we go over the virtue of charity. The author wrote: "Charity ought to preside over it (James 3:13); a gentle charity, characterized by a serene expression of face, an affable manner, kind and cordial words; and indulgent charity, which...

Come Holy Ghost! We are continuing our series on the Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost with the Gift of Understanding. Link to the Six Laws of the Church Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwFaKelQUkArltMcBIzbxyNCDpvtzCK6U

In this episode, we will explore the beautiful mystery of the Holy Trinity. The fundamental truth on which everything in the Christian religion rests is the dogma of the Holy Trinity, from whom all things come and to whom all who are baptized in His Name must return. During the course of the cycle, we call to mind God the Father, the Author of Creation; God the Son, the Author of Redemption; and G...

We continue our series "Stories Jesus Told" with the Faithful Servant. We reference Mark 13: 32-37. "Even as a man who going into a far country, left his house; and gave authority to his servants over every work, and commanded the porter to watch. Watch ye therefore, (for you know not when the lord of the house cometh: at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning,) Lest coming...

We read in the Gospel that Our Lord foretold the coming of the Paraclete to His Disciples and the Epistle shows us the realization of that promise. "O Come Holy Ghost, and fill the hearts of Thy faithful, and kindle in them the fire of Thy love."

It's almost been forty days since we celebrated the Resurrection of Our Lord. In this episode, we discuss the beauty this wonderful feast offers us! 

We are happy to announce a new series on the Aim Higher Podcast: The Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost.  In this episode, His Excellency shares his thoughts on the gift of Wisdom and how we can apply it to our everyday lives.  We also went over a project Sister Catherine used in her Confirmation class - if you would like the worksheets for yourself, send an email to: sistercatherine.tor@gmail.com Link...

We continue our series "Stories Jesus Told" with the parable of the talents from Matthew 25:14-30. Link to the podcast episode Sister references:  https://youtu.be/ie7TOypzAEU?si=YJV0RV02cdPBepri Father also reads from The Imitation of Christ, Book One - Chapter Twenty: On the Love of Solitude and Silence You can read the chapter here: https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/1653/pg1653-images.html#c...

In this episode of Aim Higher, we talk about a Paschal Meditation that can be used when praying the Franciscan Crown Rosary. This episode was first released on April 27, 2023.

The Gospel for the Second Sunday after Easter is about the Good Shepherd.  "The Good Shepherd," says St. Gregory, "gave His life for His sheep, that in our sacrament He might change His Body and Blood into food with which to fill all whom He had ransomed. He has shown us the way we must follow to despise death, and set before our eyes the example to which we must conform."  

Rejoice and be glad! It is the Easter Season, the Feast of Feasts, and we are meant to rejoice! It is true that this world is a valley of tears and a rollercoaster of joys and sorrows, so how do we make the best of it? How can we continue to rejoice, even after Easter Sunday is over? What else is there to rejoice about contained in the Liturgical Year? In this episode, we delve into the answers to...

We went to the movies! That's right - we decided that we ought to go check out the movie produced by Angel Studios in case we were ever asked about it and we were indeed!  Spoiler Alert! We were not fans (although that was to be expected) but we explain why that is the case.

In this episode, we discuss the history & significance of Palm Sunday and its importance as the beginning of Holy Week.

In this episode, we discuss the beauty of the True Presence. Paul Whitcomb's writings from the book Confession of a Roman Catholic guide us in our endeavor.  #HolyEucharist #TruePresence  

In this episode, we delve into a Lenten Meditation that one could apply while saying the Seven Joys of the Franciscan Crown Rosary. First released on March 18. 2022.

In this episode, we discuss the Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 24:1-13). We found this parable to be an excellent catalyst to discuss the sin of presumption and how to avoid it.  As always, if you have any questions or comments, you can contact us at: aimhigher.podcast@gmail.com  

In this episode, we discuss our favorite Lenten hymns, delving into their spiritual meaning. We also discuss how we can use music to help lift our souls closer to God, even during this penitential season.

In this episode, Father and Sister get used to being in each other's presence - talk about making sacrifices!  "God loves a cheerful giver."  2 Corinthians 9:7 The season of Lent is almost here! To help everyone prepare, we talk about the potential of this penitential time. 

Jesus is the Light of the World! In this episode, His Excellency and Sister Catherine talk about the meaning of this great feast.  The Gospel for this feast is taken from St. Luke, 2:22-32. "Let us imitate the holy Simeon, and be ever grateful for all the crosses and burdens of this life, as we look forward to the great and glorious coming of our Savior Jesus Christ. His life was a long one as he...

In this episode, we discuss the parable of the Good Samaritan and how to apply it to our lives.  The parable of the Good Samaritan may be found in St. Luke, Chapter 10, verses 23-37. Deo Gratias!