Gary Gersin

The Catholic Files

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Join Fr. Sean Donnelly of Immaculate Conception Parish in Madison, Ohio as he discusses "everything about the Catholic faith" Fr. Donnelly covers a vast range of topics including the core beliefs like the Trinity, the divinity of Jesus Christ, the importance of the sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony), the role of the Bible and Church tradition, the teachings on morality, the concept of the Church as the Body of Christ, the Virgin Mary, the Saints, prayer practices, the meaning of Mass, and the Church's stance on socia...

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Gary Gersin

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Angels - The Catholic Files 04.03.2025 18:48

In this episode of the Catholic Files Fr. Donnelly discusses ANGELS, the creation of the unseen. Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to di...

Lent Reflections - Ash Wednesday 28.02.2025 12:21

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly from one of his past Ash Wednesday Homilies. Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of lif...

Lent Reflections - The Lord's Prayer 28.02.2025 8:09

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is the Lord's Prayer. Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of l...

Lent Reflections - Your Will 28.02.2025 6:33

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is "Your Will". Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life....

Lent Reflections - Praying 28.02.2025 7:45

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is Praying. Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life. Whoev...

Lent Reflections - Authority 28.02.2025 7:31

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is "Authority". Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life. W...

Lent Reflections - Forgiveness 28.02.2025 8:26

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is "Forgiveness". Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life...

Lent Reflections - Personal Responsibility 28.02.2025 8:56

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, listen to Fr. Donnelly's homily entitled personal responsibility and forgiveness. Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jes...

Lent Reflections - Put God First 28.02.2025 7:41

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is "Put God First". Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of li...

Lent Reflections - Water 28.02.2025 8:01

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is the symbolism of water. Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread...

Lent Reflections - Who is Jesus? 28.02.2025 8:27

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily "who is Jesus?". Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life....

Lent Reflections - The Lord's Supper - Holy Thursday 28.02.2025 11:06

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is "the Lord's Supper". Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread o...

Lent Reflections - Good Friday 28.02.2025 11:55

The Catholic Files: (Lent Special) This episode is from Lent Reflections with Fr. Donnelly, the topic of the Homily is "Good Friday". Join Fr. Donnelly as he expands The Catholic Files podcast with a new Podcast to help all of us to prepare for Lent. Fr. Donnelly's new "Lent Reflections" will focus on Lent's 3 Pillars of Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life....

The Catholic Files: Creation 25.02.2025 19:27

In this episode of the Catholic Files Fr. Donnelly discusses Creation. Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transf...

The Catholic Files: The Father, Son and Holy Spirit 17.02.2025 15:12

In this episode of the Catholic Files Fr. Donnelly discusses The Father, Son and Holy Spirit. In the Catholic faith, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are three divine persons of one God, known as the Trinity. Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. T...

Catholic Beliefs 11.02.2025 13:56

In this episode of the Catholic Files Fr. Donnelly discusses what Catholics believe. Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how Hi...

The Catholic Files: Faith 04.02.2025 21:08

Fr. Donnelly discusses what is Faith. Trusting God: Real faith is an increasing trust in God, what God is doing, and what God is able to do. Obedience: Real faith is demonstrated by obeying God's commands. Good deeds: Real faith is reflected in the things we do, such as good deeds. James 2:19-20 Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith...

What is the Jubilee Year of Hope? 03.02.2025 3:40

Special Episode about the Jubilee year. Fr Donnelly discusses what is the Jubilee Year of Hope.

Church Based Bible 28.01.2025 23:57

Fr Donnelly discusses Sacred Sripture. Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll...

Introduction to the Catholic Files: Ways to get to know the true God 21.01.2025 20:12

Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into topics that inspire, challen...

Memorial Of St. Anthony, Abbot 21.01.2025 8:23

This eisode of the Catholic files is a recording Fr. Donnelly from the Mass on January, 17th, 2025 at Immaculate Conception Church in Madison, Ohio. Fr. Donneally reads the gospel and talks about St. Anthony, Abbot. St. Anthony, Abbot (251-356) from the 3rd century. St. Anthony, the Father of the monastics, retired to the desert at about the age of eighteen in order to live in perfect solitude. M...

Fr. Donnelly Story 19.01.2025 7:33

Fr. Donnelly tells a story about faith and that Jesus Christ is real!

The Power of the Rosary 19.01.2025 7:44

A talk given by Fr. Donnelly regarding the Power of the Rosary in October of 2020 at the Mary Shrine located at the Immaculate Conception Church in Madison, Ohio