Catholicism in the Car

In this episode, we discuss the social issue of Gun Control.  I am still working out my exact view on this issue, but it seems to me that there are three (3) main principles regarding Gun Control: 1. People have a right to defend themselves. 2. Someone who cannot properly and safely use a gun should not be allowed to use/own one. 3. Guns used for farming, hunting, etc. should always be allowe...

In this episode we discuss the controversial (at least in many Western nations) social issue of "Immigration." We go over my opinion on this issue, which hinges in how I see human beings as having three (3) main rights: 1. The Right to Life 2. The Right to Dignity 3. The "Potential" Right to Thrive The first two (2) of these rights (to life and dignity) can never be forfeited or taken away. The th...

This episode looks at the social issue of suicide. While suicide is often discussed in an emotionally-charged context (as it should be, in most cases), we discuss the issue by taking a step back and looking at it from a philosophical, detached perspective. Please take this episode for what it is: a look at suicide from a "purely" rational perspective. —---------------------------------------------...

In this episode, we discuss the social issue of euthanasia, and the ethics of such a decision. —---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-i...

In this episode, we discuss the issue of personhood -- particularly, as involves a person's ability to think abstractly. We argue for the importance of this ability in defining "Personhood," as opposed to other kinds of being, and further elucidate what we mean by "abstract" thought.  —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

This episode is quite philosophical, so buckle up! While it may be a rigorous episode, it is an important one, because the question of "What is a Person?" is incredibly salient to our world today -- especially, as regards the social issues of abortion, contraception, euthanasia, etc. In this episode we discuss the question of Personhood, and what makes you what you are. We also discuss my concept...

In this episode, we discuss a logical argument against Abortion. NOTICE: The Council of Vienne was convened during the years 1311-1312 AD.  —---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/supp...

In this episode, we discuss the issue of Life's Origins and the question, "When does life begin?" The Catholic Church has an answer to this question. I discuss how the Church arrived at this answer by giving some historical background to the issue, and also some argumentation in favor of this view. —---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

In this episode, we discuss moral issues involving life and death by distinguishing between murder, manslaughter, killing, etc. This episode lays a basic foundation for all upcoming episodes in our "Social Issues" series. —---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish...

In this episode we introduce a series of episodes we are starting on social issues. The episodes on this topic will be our primary concern from episode #100 to episode #116 -- so buckle up! In this series on "Social Issues" from a Catholic point-of-view, we will cover the topics of: Life & Death, Conception & Life's Origins, Abortion, Personhood, Euthanasia, Suicide, Immigration, Gun Contr...

This episode continues our discussion on why I think that the reform of the Liturgy in the Western rite of the Catholic Church should be a primary priority for Western Catholics. This second part of the series takes a particular look at the allowance for the usage of vernacular languages in the Mass, and why I think (in the Western rite) that Latin should be retained as the primary language of the...

This episode comprises the first part of my defense on why our communal, liturgical worship is more important than both our personal prayer life and the service to our community. We discuss Pope Benedict XVI's hermeneutic (interpretation) of continuity in regards to the liturgy, and the Second Vatican Council's document on the liturgy "Sacrosanctum Concillium," highlighting its calls for more part...

Let's Reclaim Catholic Culture! This will certainly be a controversial episode of this podcast. If the Catholic Church wants to be a vehicle of salvation for the world, then it needs to be authentically itself. How does our Sunday liturgy convey what we believe? If 99% of Catholics get their view of the Church from Sunday mass -- how are we conveying to them what Catholicism is by it? Our Website:...

This episode is a continuation of episode #95 on the subject of "proper reception of Holy Communion by the laity." We specifically discuss the examples of Enoch and Elijah in the Old Testament, how the Incarnation of Our Lord Jesus Christ gives us a model for sacramental reception of Him, and we discuss the three (3) levels of "worship" distinguished within Catholicism: Dulia (that "worship" due t...

In this episode, I review how we can further a more reverent outlook on the eucharist, mainly through a proper understanding on how Jesus should be recieved in this sacrament. Reception of the eucharist in the hand, on the tongue, or other modes? This subject is continued in episode #96. In this episode, I mention the "Deus Vult" podcast, which is hosted by a couple of priest-friends of mine. You...

This episode examines some of my thoughts on the practice and use of Extra-Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.

In this episode, I give a response to Dr Jordan Cooper, a Lutheran Pastor and Scholar, on a video he did on the Sacrifice of the Mass. Dr. Jordan Cooper's Video "Sola Fide in the Church Fathers" URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkDAU1LChX8 Dr. Cooper's YouTube Channel URL: https://www.youtube.com/user/SemperReformanda1517

In this episode, we continue our discussion on the Good News. We mention the preternatural gifts which some saints are given, and how this relates to the topic. We then turn to a discussion of the Franciscan Thesis of the Primacy of Christ, and how it plays into the Gospel. Note: The Council of Vienne was held in 1311-1312 AD. I stated wrongly that it was held in the late 15th or early 16th centur...

In this episode, I discuss three (3) facets of the Gospel.  I apologize for the wind sounds in this episode. I try to edit them out as much as I can, but sometimes it is unavoidable. This podcast is recorded in a car -- wind is something I have to fight with often while editing, and sometimes the wind wins the fight. In Summary: First (1st), the Gospel regards our present life: that we have b...

What is the Gospel? In this episode, I look at this question from (what I think is) a unique perspective. I discuss what I think is the greatest aspect of the Good News of Jesus Christ: Redemptive Suffering. In this episode, I look deeply into the reason why Jesus Christ died on the Cross. I mention Blessed John Duns Scotus' answer to these questions in this episode, as well as my own synthesis of...

I Begin this episode by discussing my own credentials -- or rather, my LACK of credentials. Take or leave what you want :) I mention some good resources for Catholics who want to revitalize their faith. This episode also continues our discussion of Catholic Mega-Churches by focusing on solutions to this problem. The particular solution that I offer is for diocesan priests to live in community with...

In this episode, I discuss the issue of Catholic Mega-Churches and the pros/cons regarding them. I also discuss the priest-shortage as it is playing out in much of the Western world.  Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/catholicism-in-the-car/ Find Catholicism in t...

In this episode, we discuss the subject of Fasting, and how this practice needs to be revived (particularly) within the Western Rite of the Catholic Church. The flip side of recovering the practice of fasting is to also to revive the practice of feasting! Our Website: www.catholicisminthecar.com If you wish to SUPPORT our work, you can visit: https://www.catholicisminthecar.com/support Podpage: ht...

Is Suffering Necessary for Happiness? I argue it is, and explain my position in this episode. Many people try to deal with their suffering by replacing that suffering with pleasure, but do not realize that in almost all cases -- too much pleasure turns into suffering. We also discuss the concept of Natural Law as defined by the Catholic Church, and why a return to natural virtue ethics (even if no...

This episode examines Redemptive Suffering from a Natural (Secular) perspective, and what ways can suffering be redemptive (that good can be brought out of it)? I mention topics such as hedonism (seeking pleasure as the greatest good), and how it is the antithesis of Redemptive Suffering; as well as how Exercise is a great example of a Natural form of Redemptive Suffering.