For College Catholics

This is the second half of my commentary on the Eighth Commandment, “Thou shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.” We look at the different sins against the eighth Commandment and some of the virtues, we are encouraged to live out. Encouraged by the amazing example of Eleazar from the Book of Maccabees, we also look into the relationship between truth, beauty and art. ----- - You can f...

Today we analyze the Eighth Commandment, “Thou shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.” After looking at the example of Susanna in the Old Testament and the false witnesses raised against Jesus Christ during his Passion, we look at some of the foundations for this Commandment and how we can apply them to our lives. Don’t miss the first part of this two-part series on the Eighth Command...

The Tenth Commandment, “Thou shall not covet your neighbors’ goods” complements the Seventh, and goes to the roots, to the heart. It forbids avarice, greed and envy, but it also encourages poverty of spirit, charity and humility. I explain what avarice and envy are, its origins, and how to oppose them. I talk about some examples in Scripture (like that of Simon the Magician, and the poor widow) an...

In this episode we reflect on the Fifth Commandment, “Thou shall not steal” and several of its implications. We talk about the virtues of temperance, justice, honesty and charity; as well as the principles of private property and the “universal destination of goods.” ----- - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a Catholic priest ministering in Detroit, Mi. - You can find further information on these topics i...

In this Episode I welcome Andrew and Edgar, two seminarians of our Community, who share their experiences from their high school and college years, and after entering our Religious Community. They also share their thoughts on Christmas and New Year, as well as what to do to stay Catholic in college. Tune in to enjoy this relaxed and enjoyable conversation! - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a Catholic Pr...

Christmas is a mystery of purity from any point of view. Join me as we consider what is at the HEART of the celebration of the Nativity of the Lord. How Christmas reminds us that “God is with us,” he is the Emmanuel, and he is the one who saves us. Therefore, we are never alone, because God descended into this world and took our human flesh so us to be near us, and bring us back to himself. Indeed...

In this episode I welcome Jason Evert. Jason has traveled to six continents to bring the message of purity to millions of people for more than 20 years. He is a best-selling author of more than 15 books, including Saint John Paul the Great, How to Find Your Soulmate without Losing Your Soul. He has appeared in MSNBC, Fox News, the BBC, and EWTN. We will be speaking about the Sixth Commandment, how...

In this episode I speak about how to WIN THE BATTLE for PURITY, what means we can use to oppose impurity, and I also touch on the sins against the Ninth Commandment. ----- - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 2513 to 2533 - This is a great book to read to learn about the Catholic Faith: “The Faith Explained” by Leo Trese . - Here is the LINK to the amazing C...

In this episode I speak about the main sins against the Sixth and Ninth Commandments (“You shall not commit adultery” and “You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife”) particularly, CONTRACEPTION and IN VITRO FERTILIZATION. I also explain briefly the reaction of some theologians against the teachings of Pope St. Paul VI in his encyclical “Humanae Vitae.” ----- - You can find these topics in the Cate...

In this episode I speak about the main sins against the Sixth and Ninth Commandments (“You shall not commit adultery” and “You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife”) indicating in what ways and to what extent they go against the dignity of the human person, against marriage and society. ----- - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 2351 to 2400 and 2514 to 2527...

In this episode I speak about the foundations for the call that all baptized have to live a life of Chastity according to each one’s state in life. I present an introduction and a foundation for the Sixth and Ninth Commandments: “You shall not commit adultery” and “You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife.” ----- - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 2331 to...

In this episode I welcome Fr. Michael Ward, from Oxford, England, to speak about the Just War Theory in C. S. Lewis. Don’t miss this lively and enjoyable episode! ----- - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a Catholic priest residing in Detroit. - Fr. Michael Ward is an Englishman, a Catholic Priest, and a literary critic and theologian, with a special expertise in the writings of C.S. Lewis. - Books mentio...

In this episode I welcome two Miles Christi Seminarians, Andrew and Owen. We talk about their story, some great New Year’s resolutions, and how to apply the Fifth Commandment to life in College. Don’t miss this lively and enjoyable episode! ----- - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a priest ministering in Michigan. - This Podcast’s Website: www.forcollegecatholics.org - To learn about the Spiritual Exerci...

In this episode I address some of the issues concerning the Fifth Commandment as it applies to “end of life issues” and situations. I address euthanasia, assisted suicide, and the question of the “ordinary and extraordinary” therapeutic means that should or may be used for prolonging the life of a terminally ill patient. ----- - Here you will find some ideas given by the NCBC on how to set up a "H...

In this episode I welcome Dr. Janet Smith. Janet Smith recently retired from Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, MI, where for nearly 20 years she held the Father McGivney Chair of Life Ethics.  She has published and spoken on the Church’s teaching on sexuality and on other moral issues.  She has served on one Vatican Council and two Vatican commissions.  She writes regularly for various Catho...

In this episode I welcome Fr. John of God, a priest of Miles Christi, as we reflect on several applications of the Fifth Commandment (“Thou shall not kill”) in our lives. We talk about the illicit manipulation of embryos; the permanent and unchangeable teaching of the Church about the evil of abortion; in what cases the “principle of double effect” can be applied to preserve the life of a mother,...

In this episode I reflect on several applications of the Fifth Commandment (“Thou shall not kill”) in our lives. Listen in to get a glimpse into the richness of the Catholic teaching on promoting and protecting the well-being of our neighbor, their lives and their souls! - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1897 to 1904 AND 2258 to 2287. - Here is the Church...

In this episode I reflect on several applications of the Fifth Commandment (“Thou shall not kill”) in our lives. Listen in to get a glimpse into the richness of the Catholic teaching on promoting and protecting the well-being of our neighbor, their lives and their souls! - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1897 to 1904 AND 2258 to 2287. - Fr. Patrick Wainwr...

In this episode I reflect on how the Fourth Commandment—“Honor your Father and your Mother”—applies to the relationship between the duties of the Government and the obedience of the citizens in our human society. Listen in to get a glimpse into the richness of the Catholic teaching on civil society! - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1897 to 1904 AND 2234...

In this episode I welcome Bro. Daniel Heffernan. We discuss the Fourth Commandment “Honor Your Father and Your Mother”, and the implications and duties that it imposes both on children and parents in the family. We look in particular to St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians (Eph 6:1-2). We also consider the family as the basis for the whole human society. - You can find these topics in the Catechism...

In this episode I welcome Fr. Matthew Maxwell, and we discuss the Third Commandment, “Keep the Day of the Lord holy”. We speak about the meaning of the Sabbath in the Old Testament, and how the Church started to celebrate the Day of the Lord on Sunday, the day the Lord rose from the dead. We also discuss what are the obligations imposed by this Commandment, how and when missing Mass on Sunday is a...

In this episode I welcome Fr. Matthew Maxwell, and we discuss the Second Commandment of the Decalogue: “You shall not take the Name of the Lord your God in vain.” - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 2142 to 2167. - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a priest ministering in Michigan. - This Podcast’s Website: www.forcollegecatholics.org - To learn about the Spiritual...

In this episode we discuss the fact that the veneration of images and statues is good and holy, and it is NOT forbidden by the First Commandment, on the contrary, it has been solemnly and definitively approved by the Church in the Council of Nicaea, in 787 A.D. - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 2129 to 2132. - Link to Benedict XVI discourse on St. John Da...

We are celebrating the 350th anniversary of the apparitions of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Pope Francis dedicate a three-year jubilee to this devotion, from December 2023 to June 2025. This is why in this episode I speak about the Apparitions of the Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary, and how to practice this great devotion. - I encourage you to read this book: “ The Devotion to the Sacred Heart ”,...

In this episode we discuss several sins against the First Commandment like tempting God, Sacrilege, Divination, Magic, Occultism, Atheism and Agnosticism, and why it is important for you to know about them! - You can find these topics in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 2110 to 2128. - We discuss similar topics in Episode 32 (The problem with Magic), and Episode 16 (God and Divine Pro...