The Catholic Buzz Podcast

Following our episode on the journey to become Catholic, Mat follows up with some of the top objections to the Catholic faith from our Protestant brothers and sisters. What are some common misunderstandings about Catholic beliefs? Join us as we dig into some of these and try to explain them! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Fa...

What is it like to become Catholic later in life? How does one begin the process and what is required, and how do we encourage people who are not Catholic to discover the truth, beauty and goodness of the Catholic faith? Also! Mat shares his own journey of becoming Catholic with Josh and Fr. Daniele! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Sh...

Still celebrating the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, we take a look back to our Resurrection Episode (S2:E19) and answer questions about the Resurrection of Jesus, and what it means for us today. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook ( @thecatholicbuzz ) or on Instagram ( @thecatholicbuzzpodcast ), or contact us at...

Happy Easter! The Resurrection of Jesus is the pinnacle of the Christian faith. His death on the cross was not the end of the story, as Jesus appears to the disciples after the Resurrection, like the two disciples on the Road to Emmaus who give us spiritual insight of our own journey with Jesus. Josh and Fr. Daniele who open up the Gospel accounts.   www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at:...

During this Holy Week - the holiest week of the Church's calendar, we take a look at the Scriptural events from Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday and Good Friday. The crowds who welcomed Jesus turn on him quickly, Jesus offers the Eucharist in the Last Supper and washes the feet of the disciples, and Jesus is betrayed, nailed to the Cross and dies. Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele who walk through the Holy...

You probably have heard the term "Adoration" or been invited to a "Holy Hour", but what exactly do they mean? Why do churches host these times of prayer, what are they, and what are we supposed to do during them? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele who explain all you need to know about Adoration. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on F...

Deacons are Ordained Ministers of the Church, but what are they ordained for? What does the ministry of Deacons look like - or what should it look like? Who can be ordained a Deacon, and what are the promises they make? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele who explain the purpose of the ministry of Deacons. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & S...

Can I break my Lenten fast on Sunday? When does Lent actually end? Do I have to avoid meat on Fridays in Canada?  Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they address the practices of Lent, and the confusion surrounding them! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook ( @thecatholicbuzz ) or on Instagram ( @thecatholicbuzzpodcast ),...

Everyone is tempted. The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 4 shows us the ways that Jesus was tempted in the desert. Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they break open the Gospel and use it to help us avoid temptation in our own lives. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook ( @thecatholicbuzz ) or on Instagram ( @thecatholicbuzzpodc...

Are there women Doctors of the Church? What influence have these women had on the life of the Church, and what inspiration can we draw from the fidelity of these women in our own spiritual lives and in the life of our local parish churches? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they chat about the holy women who have led by example with courage, faithfulness and grace. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all...

People seem happy without faith, and it doesn't seem to bother them to live their life without it. So what would motivate someone who is happy, has it all together and leads a pretty comfortable life to turn to Jesus anyway?  Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they chat about what, if anything, is missing from people's lives. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatho...

It's not easy in today's world to raise your children with faith, but it is not impossible. The Church, the school and the family are all areas where this can happen, but often times it doesn't.  How can parents take an active role in the spiritual raising of their children, helping them to discover faith and love God?  Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they offer some tips to raise your own child...

Finances, state of the world and just not interested. These are just some of the reasons people have given as to why they are not interested in having children. Is it that important to have children anyway? What are the pros and cons of bringing life into the world? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they break down the statistics and talk from personal experience. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all...

OMG! Why is using the Lord's name in vain such a big deal? How do I stop the habit I've had for a long time? And what words count as blasphemy?  Are non-Christians okay to use the Lord's name in inappropriate ways? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele to see why using the Lord's name is a problem, and what we can do about it. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbu...

What happens to a priest when he is suspended or removed from the priesthood? What are the circumstances that lead to a removal from the clerical state? Is this a voluntary decision, or is it usually imposed? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they discuss what happens to priests when they are no longer in ministry. www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Fo...

What would you say were the top Catholic stories of 2022? Mat, Josh & Fr. Daniele each pick a top story and break them down including restrictions on churches this year, the victory for life in the United States, and the Pope's visit to Canada. Have your own top story of 2022? Comment below and let us know! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Li...

With the death of Pope Benedict XVI, we sit down to reflect on the contributions of the former Pontiff to the life of the Church and the world. The great theologian of our modern era served the Church as Pope from 2005 to 2013. What will he be remembered for, and what is his lasting legacy for the Church? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they discuss the contributions of the late Pope Benedict XV...

The Christmas Feast lasts eight days long as the Church celebrates the Christmas Octave. During these days, the Church celebrates important feast days including St. Stephen, the first Christian Martyr, St. John the Evangelist, and the Feast of the Holy Innocents - why are these feast days significant during this Christmas Season? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this Christmas Octave episode of t...

With the celebrations of Christmas approaching, we look at the Gospels of Matthew and Luke to see what the Bible actually says about the birth of Jesus Christ, and why Mark and John don't mention it. Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this Christmas episode of the Catholic Buzz! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook ( @thec...

The last week of Advent, counting down to Christmas, the Church uses the "O Antiphons" in the liturgies to countdown to Christmas. What are these O Antiphons, what do they mean, and how to they help us to get ready for Christmas in the final week of Advent? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they look to the O Antiphons and countdown to Christmas!   www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: ht...

Who is John the Baptist?: The Catholic Buzz (S3:E9) John the Baptist, the one who Jesus says there is no one greater born among women. But why John? How come there was confusion over what to name him? Did John know that his role was to be the forerunner? He had his own disciples, did they become Christians? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they look into the life of John the Baptist and why he is...

Many have their reasons for not attending their parish church, some include large scandals that have occured in the church, others are personal conflicts within their own parish. How can someone overcome these conflicts to get back to worship? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this new episode of the Catholic Buzz Podcast! Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https...

The latest census from Statistics Canada show a sharp decline inthe number of Christians in Canada. What does this mean for the life and mission of the Catholic Church in Canada? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this new episode of the Catholic Buzz Podcast! Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook ( @...

Fatima, Lourdes and Medjugorge - heard of these? Are all approved by the Vatican? What happens when Catholics don't believe in these apparitions of Mary? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this new episode of the Catholic Buzz Podcast! Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook ( @thecatholicbuzz ) or on I...

The month of November, the Church sets aside to pray for and remember those who have died. The Feasts of All Saints and All Soul's Day begin the month of November. Why do we celebrate these two days? Who are the Saints that we honour, and why do we have two separate days for the dead? How do I know if my loved ones have made it to heaven? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this new episode of the C...