Godsplaining

Does God exist? An age-old question. On this week's episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Patrick talk atheism, theism, Christianity, and objectives to the Faith. What is the moral argument? Why do the innocent suffer? Why do people NOT believe?   Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining   Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining Shop our...

Guestsplaining: Social Media & Apologetics w/ @GrassrootCatholic  Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick welcome Keith Downey, @grassrootcatholic, to this week's episode of Guestsplaining to talk standing up for our Faith, relevance in the Catholic realm of social media, being a whimsical Christian, finding his wife on CatholicMatch, the hidden joys of marriage and more.  To tune into Keith's radio show!...

Does Fr. Bonaventure make Fr. Gregory laugh in this episode of Godsplaining? Yes. Obviously. This week, the friars discuss what friendship is, being 'friends' with authors that are 'long-dead', how Jesus is our best friend, what we can learn from philosophers who have passed on, and more.   Join Fr. Patrick and Fr. Gregory this summer in pilgrimage to ROME! To sign up for updates when more informa...

On this captivating episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Gregory welcomes author Rod Dreher to discuss his recent publications, the Occult, demons and stories of exorcisms, and other themes of "The Hidden World." What really is a UFO? What are demons actually capable of? Is New Atheism dead? This and so much more on this week's episode of Guestsplaining.   Rod Dreher's books can be found here: https://w...

What does being saved ACTUALLY mean? How do I talk to my non-believing friends about Christ's salvation? On this week's episode, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Joseph-Anthony discuss salvation through Christ, His love for all, the importance of evangelization, and much more.   For information on becoming a monthly patron, to shop merch, find 2025 retreat details and more, click here: https://godsplaining.org...

Author and teacher Thomas Griffin joins Fr. Patrick and Fr. Gregory on this week's episode of Guestsplaining to talk about St. Francis of Assisi. They discuss giving all to Jesus, how St. Francis was 'nuts', and what holiness really is. Is Gen Z getting more religious?   For Thomas' book, "Let us Begin: St. Francis' Way of Becoming Like Christ and Renewing the World" can be found here: https://www...

Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory discuss Servant of God, Luigi Giussani on this week's episode of Godsplaining. Monsignor Giussani was an explosive evangelizer and educator for the faith, founding Communion Liberation, and leading a life fixed on Christ. What can we learn from him? Tune into this week's episode to find out!   Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining   Support...

Fr. Isaiah of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (the CFRs) and composer and producer J.J. Wright join Fr. Gregory this week to talk their new project, music connecting people, the role the Lord plays in their work, experimenting with music, and more. Join us for this episode of Guestsplaining!   Find Fr. Isaiah's music on Spotify, Apple Music, and here on YouTube under https://www.youtube.com/...

The New Year is HERE! On this episode of Livesplaining, all of the Godsplaining Friars are going to bring you up to date on what we have planned this year. A 2025 pilgrimage? Friars re-locating? Where's Fr. Jacob-Bertrand? Publications? So many things! Tune into this episode of Livesplaining to hear all the things.   Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining   Support the Pod...

Mercy! Forgiveness! Justice! Confession-splaining. On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Joseph-Anthony discuss funny confessional moments, how to prepare for the Sacrament of Penance, what to do and what NOT to do, and more. Unpack this informational episode now.   For the US Bishop's Examination of Conscience: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/sacraments-and-sacramentals/pe...

Godsplaining is gradually changing into a podcast about NBA players. Just kidding. Fr. Gregory and Fr. Joseph-Anthony welcome newly-Catholic convert and former NBA player, Gordon Hayward, to this week's episode of Guestsplaining! Gordon talks his greatest joys that came with his conversion, why he converted, transitioning into a new chapter in life and more.   To shape your shot, go to basketballf...

This week's episode is all about Luce. Has the Catholic Church ever had a mascot before? What do the friars think of Luce? Why is she so controversial? Fr. Patrick and Fr. Gregory answer these questions and more on this week's episode of Godsplaining. Live. Laugh. Luce.   YOUNG ADULTS: Join the friars for a retreat in Dallas 3/21-3/23. For more information, see here: https://godsplaining.org/close...

Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Patrick welcome Word on Fire's Katy Carl to discuss Catholic literature on this week's episode of Guestsplaining! Why is it so important to read physical books? How does our imagination play into our morals? What is active receptivity?   For more about Katy's work with Word on Fire Publishing, see here: https://www.wordonfire.org/luminor/   To keep up with Katy, checkout he...

What IS a Jubilee Year? How do we obtain plenary indulgences in the jubilee year? What can pilgrimages do for our spiritual life? What are the Holy Doors? On this week's episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Joseph-Anthony discuss the 2025 Jubilee Year.   For more information about the January Day of Recollection in Nashville, TN and 2025 retreats, see here: https://godsplaining.org/eve...

What difference does reason make? How do we relate sanctity to virtue? How do we learn practical reasoning? How are the virtues connected? On this episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure discuss moral theology more with Doctor Andrew Whitmore!   Andrew Whitmore, Ph. D. is an associate professor of theology and the Academic Dean at Christendom College in Front Royal, Virginia. He...

What are mystics...and what are they not? Are only few called to mysticism? Who are the friars' favorite mystics? Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick tall all things mysticism on this week's episode of Godsplaining.   For information on this coming year's events and retreats, check out our website here: https://godsplaining.org/events-2/   Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining  ...

Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick invite comedian Shayne Smith to this episode of Guestsplaining to explore humor and authenticity through the Christian worldview. They chat tattoos, Shayne's conversion in the public eye, how his comedy has evolved, the mystical body and more.   For more about Shayne Smith's conversion, find the Pints with Aquinas interview here: https://www.youtube.com/live/lfa5weLJWAA...

For the fourth and final "Lectio-splaining", Fr. Gregory, Fr. Joseph-Anthony and Fr. Bonaventure talk birthday desserts, how big things start small, the connection between the wood of the manger and the wood of the cross, and the importance of our the Blessed Virgin Mary.   To sign up for the upcoming Young Adult Retreat, find more information here! https://godsplaining.org/closer-to-the-cross-you...

Catholics are known for devotions, but what even are devotions? How are they different from liturgical prayers? How do you choose WHICH devotion to choose? Is a devotion for life? Fr. Patrick and Fr. Joseph-Anthony answer to these questions and more on this week's episode of Godsplaining!   More information on the Day of Recollection in Nashville, TN this coming January can be found here: https://...

This week, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure welcome Dr. Johannes Hart to Guestsplaining, talking evangelization in Germany, what it means to be human, and what beauty really is. You won't want to miss this edifying discussion! Dr. Johannes Hartl is a German philosopher, theologian, speaker and founder. He is considered one of the most influential mediators between Christian spirituality, philosophy...

This Gaudete Sunday, Fr. Joseph-Anthony, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory chat Christmas presents, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, joy, and being near to the Lord. Tune in to hear the friars discuss the readings for this Gaudete Sunday!   Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining   Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining Shop our NEW merch store: https:...

Who was Jorge Luis Borges and what is he known for? Join Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure in this week's episode of Godsplaining as they discuss the writer, his talents, his life, and his impact to the intellectual world.   Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining   Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining Shop our NEW merch store: https://godsplainin...

Fr. Gregory and Fr. Joseph-Anthony welcome Celtics' Luke Kornet to this episode of Guestsplaining! Luke lets us in on how he finds balance between faith and success in the NBA, how his Catholic beliefs help him be a better teammate, using his talents for the Lord, and so much more.   For details about our upcoming events and retreats, see our website here: https://godsplaining.org/events-2/   Subs...

On this lectio episode, Fr. Patrick, Fr. Gregory, and Fr. Bonaventure ponder the readings for the second Sunday of Advent, contemplating light, dependence, preparation and Christ's constant presence.   DONATE to our Annual Retreat Fundraiser: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=CF7XZ5XYX8M86   Sign up to attend our next Day of Recollection in Nashville, TN on January 18th, 2025 here: https:/...

Who is Friedrich Nietzsche, and where does he fall in the world of philosophy? What does Christianity, or theism for that matter, have to do with Nietzsche's understanding of the modern world? What is the philosopher's take on Christian morality? On this week's episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Bonaventure examine Nietzsche's philosophy, especially as it relates to Christian beliefs.  ...