Keep The Faith's Podcast

Father Brian W. Harrison, O.S., analyzes the 1965 Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation entitled Dei Verbum. This two-part lecture covers the Magisterial doctrines of inspiration and inerrancy, previous ecclesiastical pronouncements, and contemporary misunderstandings of the Dogmatic Constitution.

Mr. Salvatore J. Ciresi discusses key Gospel episodes from the life of Our Lord which will guide today's Catholic toward a theological and practical appreciation for the Old Testament. This lecture addresses the function of the Old Covenant texts for Apologetics, Biblical studies, Dogmatics, and Morality.

Mr. Ben Douglass resurrects the work of the early 20th century Spanish Jesuits in defense of traditional Catholic positions on the integrity and authorship of the books of Scripture. This talk focuses on the historicity of Jonah and the unity of Isaiah.

Mr. Ben Douglass argues that the history of biblical interpretation is in large part a history of men twisting Scripture in order to rationalize their rebellion from God. This lecture covers Talmudic Judaism, Islam, and Mormonism.

Mr. Salvatore J. Ciresi presents an outline of the New Testament's record of early ecclesiastical history entitled Acts of the Apostles. This lecture highlights themes such as the uniqueness of the Lord Jesus Christ, the role of the Holy Ghost, the primacy of St. Peter, the activities of St. Paul, and the importance of Scripture.

Archbishop Fulton Sheen probes the mystery of the Love of the Blessed Virgin Mary. He examines the life of Mary and her fidelity to the Love of God. He explains her title Mother of the Church. Mary was at the foot of the Cross; she had her Holy Hour. Sheen again reminds us of the Daily Holy Hour.

Monsignor Richard Schuler lectures on the role of sacred music in the liturgy, stressing the necessity of reverence and solemnity.

Monsignor Richard Schuler answers questions on the role of sacred music in the liturgy, stressing the necessity of reverence and solemnity.

Dr. Peter Kreeft lectures on the teaching of Saint Thomas Aquinas about the choirs of angels and their natures and properties.

Father John Perricone reflects on coming to Mary as she is the sure way to her Son. Our Lord came into the world through Our Lady. He wants us to return to Him through her.

Father John Perricone cleverly entwines the Seven Capital Sins with the Seven Last Words. This talk deals with the first two words. A brilliant treatise on Five of the Seven Last Words of our Lord. 

Father John Perricone points out that there is a beautiful symmetry in all that Christ does. Unique stories to elucidate the subject. A wonderful meditation aid during Lent.

Mr. Michael Davies discusses the life of the ordinary man in Medieval England, and his relationship with his neighbors, his lord, the King, and the Church. He explores the whole structure of the feudal society; the distinction between slavery and serfdom, the nature of manors, guilds, and religious orders, and more.

Mr. Michael Davies tells the riveting story of Thomas a Becket, the 12th Century Archbishop who was first the close friend and Chancellor of King Henry II of England, and later was martyred in the Cathedral, victim of Henry's wrath over Thomas' opposition to the royal will on matters of Church-State relations. Complex and dramatic political power struggles come alive in this compelling talk.

Mr. Michael Davies recounts the life of Bishop Robert Grosseteste, a little-known intellectual and moral giant of the Middle Ages, who stood up to Pope Innocent IV when the Pope misused his office by granting benefices in a way that was harmful to the spiritual well-being of the faithful. Taken from: Christianity in the High Middle Ages - 1995 VonHildebrand Institute

Father Chad Ripperger discusses the merits of the Traditional Rite of Mass. The spirituality of the ancient rite of Mass is authored by God and directed toward God. Seminarians and priests can benefit greatly from this.

Monsignor Ignacio Barreiro discusses Pope Paul VI's Humanae Vitae and its troubling background and promulgation. Humanae Vitae is one of Pope Paul VI's great achievements. It demonstrated the power of the Holy Spirit in protecting the Papacy's mission. Monsignor Ignacio Barreiro discusses the campaign in favor of artificial birth control, the Church's study of the issue, the emergence of the encyc...

Monsignor Ignacio Barreiro discusses the Catholic Polity and its practical obstacles. He discusses the dilemma faced by the Catholic political activist in contemporary society. Marxism, Communism, and Democracy can both threaten Freedom. Relativism and Secular Humanism as dominant ideologies in a democracy leads to a totalitarianism of the majority. The difficulties of simultaneously trying seriou...

Dr. Alice Von Hildebrand discusses Plato and the Christian vision. The Church Fathers, Dr. Von Hildebrand explains, saw in Plato clear "seeds of the Logos". Plato's whole description of the need to understand all aspects of existence through a movement towards the Light was seen to end in Faith and acceptance of the fact that "every good and perfect gift comes from above, from the Father of Lights...

Dr. Alice Von Hildebrand presents a critique of Gabriel Marcel's work. The Twentieth Century has given birth to a variety of philosophical attempts to escape ideology and make contact with the multiplicity of real things and experiences once more. Gabriel Marcel was a major proponent of getting back to the sources of real existence and real life; of dealing with all phenomena and not some truncate...

Fr. Richard Munkelt discusses the problem of the relationship of the human person to the order of nature in a way that shows how the ancient and modern treatments of the issue are all related. One can never escape the basic dilemma: the examination of the question of the "one" and the "many". Nor can one escape turning to Christian Faith to resolve irresolvable queries. Taken from: My End is My Be...

Father Kenneth Baker, S.J. begins his talk on the Ten Commandments. He speaks of the First Commandment with regard to Atheism and the Worship of God

Father Kenneth Baker, S.J. talks of the Second Commandment concerning reverence for God and His Holy Name.

Father Kenneth Baker, S.J. speaks of the Third Commandment and the importance of keeping Holy the Lord's Day. 

Father Kenneth Baker, S.J. speaks of the Fourth Commandment and the respect and honor due to our Parents as well as the importance of Family Life and Community.