iPadre Catholic Podcast

In this episode, we go on the first part of a sound seeing tour in New Haven, CT. We begin our tour at St. Mary's Church. In this church, we visit the tomb of Knights of Columbus founder, Father Michael ... Continue reading →

In this episode, we have some great feedback and talk about: polycystic ovary syndrome, in vitro fertilization, making sense out of suffering and I return to the tree that I talked about in my last blog post. Check out ... Continue reading →

After a long and drawn out process, the new translation of the Roman Missal was approved by the Holy See. Just a week ago, Francis Cardinal George announced the date we will begin using the new translation in diocese of ... Continue reading →

In this episode, I interview Fr. Cyril Sandou from the Archdiocese of Pondicherry in India. Fr. Sandou was appointed the first director of communications by his Archbishop. We also cover some great feedback. The question was asked, "Is applause appropriate ... Continue reading →

Most Marian celebrations and dogmas are greatly misunderstood. The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is one of those dogmas that people don't understand in it's proper context. In this episode, I'll share my homily for the Solemnity of the ... Continue reading →

What is coincidence? In reality, there are no coincidences with those who believe - they are God incidences, the Lord working in our lives. Episode 200 managed to come out on the same weekend as the Catholic New Media Celebration. ... Continue reading →

The Father's of Vatican II called for "full, conscious and active participation" of the laity, during the celebration of the Liturgy. Active Participation is something most Catholics have heard of but, few truly understand. In this episode, we'll talk about ... Continue reading →

You probably wonder where those little envelopes that your church sends to you come from. In this episode, I take you on a sound seeing tour of the Fred F. Waltz Co. The Waltz Co. prints, distributes and tally's parish ... Continue reading →

In this episode, we talk about Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha and do a sound seeing tour of the National Shrine of Blessed Kateri in Fonda, New York. Kateri is the first native American to be beatified. We also visit the village ... Continue reading →

Way back in episode #2, we had and interview with Elaine about Courage ministry and same-sex attraction. Many people have commented how much they enjoyed that episode and found it helpful. So today, we bring another interview about Courage. Courage ... Continue reading →

In today's episode, I present a talk given by Sr. Theresa May on the Catholicity of the Church. In the beginning of the talk, there are a few sound problems, but it gets much better further on. - Music "I ... Continue reading →

In today's episode, I present a talk given by Sr. Theresa May on the Catholicity of the Church. In the beginning of the talk, there are a few sound problems, but it gets much better further on. - Music "Mercy ... Continue reading →

In this episode, I Fr. J. Brian Bransfield about his wonderful new book "The Human Person According to John Paul II". This book deals with the theology of the body in a language that everyone can understand. You'll really enjoy ... Continue reading →

In this episode, I present a talk given by Fr. Pio Mandato on the Holiness of the Church. Some people might question how we can say the Church is holy with all of the scandall there has been in the ... Continue reading →

In this episode, I explain intended to share a talk on the holiness of the Church, but that will have to wait until next week. We look at some feedback and talk about how to download the podcast from iTunes ... Continue reading →

How do we know that the Church is alive? How do we know that the Holy Spirit is acting in the Church today? Many people think the Church is dead, but it is alive and well. God the Holy Spirit ... Continue reading →

In this episode, we begin devling into the four marks of the Church. The four marks are essential elements of the Church and Her sacred mission. We'll zone in on the first mark, the Church is One. What does it ... Continue reading →

In this episode, we talk about the development of doctrine. Where does the Catholic Church get what it believes? How does the Pope and bishops come up with new moral teachings? Does the Pope invent new dogmas and moral teachings? ... Continue reading →

In this episode, we talk about the Apostle's Creed, can non-Catholics have a Catholic funeral, how to help someone with alzheimer's disease, and I have been honored by Apple, they named their latest creation after me, the incredible iPad-re! - ... Continue reading →

One of the most discussed and contested issues relating to the priesthood is celibacy. In this episode, I have the vocation director from my diocese speak about this beautiful gift to the Church. - Music: "Made For You" by Tara ... Continue reading →

Today, we cover some great feedback and talk about the Priest's reception of Holy Communion, why is Jesus called "Son of David", the Hail Mary and whether can a priest deny absolution in confession. - Music: "Praise To The Lord" ... Continue reading →

In this episode, I share a talk on the permanence of the priesthood and cover some feedback - Music: "Forever" by Take No Glory - Effective Faith, Faith That Makes A Difference by Bishop Thomas J. Tobin cast (at) iPadre (dot) ... Continue reading →

We started out Lent with Jesus going to battle with the devil in the desert. Do you believe in the devil? In today's show, we will talk about the devil. - Music: "Armor of God" by Spiritual House - The ... Continue reading →

In this episode, I share a talk I gave this Lent on the Priesthood and Year For Priests, feedback from a man close to ordination to the priesthood, a dispensation from abstinence on the Solemnity of St. Joseph and a ... Continue reading →

In today's show, we talk about an ancient and beautiful Catholic devotion called the Stations of the Cross. We also talk about Baptism of Protestants who become Catholic and what to do about Confirmation candidates who don't want to be ... Continue reading →