The Pillar Podcast

Ed joins JD in Rome to talk about the draft of the synod’s final document and some lingering questions synod participants may have after the close of the synod.  This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Christendom College Graduate School of Theology, which is launching a new Institute for Liturgical Studies. Learn more at Christendom.edu/liturgy This is a public episode. If you'd l...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD and Ed disagree. Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substa...

JD and Ed detail the biggest ecclesiastical governance story of the year— the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith blocks the Vatican Secretariat of State’s “extraordinary procedure” to reinstate a laicized priest, who was convicted of child sexual abuse.  Ed plays a round of para ‘Yes or No.’  This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Seton Home Study School. If you are a priest...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD shares his birthday plans.  Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide...

JD and Ed talk about the final session of the synod on synodality, which kicked off in Rome this month.  Ed plays a round of North Carolina ‘Yes or No.' This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Assumption Catholic School in Bellingham, WA. Assumption is looking for a new principal to take their preK – 8 parish school from great to exceptional.  Visit assumption.school to learn more...

JD and Ed did record a podcast today, on Friday. But I’m not able to edit it until Monday because I’m on vacation. I’m sorry for the delay! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com How many tents is too many tents?  Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit p illarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-by-step g...

JD and Ed explore possible explanations for a new controversial homeschooling policy in the Diocese of San Diego. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School.  Seton is dedicated to supporting parents who make the sacrifices to homeschool.  Learn more at setonhome.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonu...

This is a free bonus episode of The Pillar Podcast. To get these bonus episodes each week, subscribe to The Pillar today . JD talks about the powerful public expression of faith he experienced in Quito. Ed gives the rundown on his weekend visit to the county fair.  Are you already a paying subscriber? These bonus episodes are for you! * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top...

JD and Ed recap comments by Pope Francis over the past week about other religions and the Vatican-China deal.  This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School.  Seton's curriculum is heavily immersed in not just Catholic doctrine, but in Catholic history, Catholic art, and Catholic culture. The result? Students with deep rational and emotional connections to the Church. ...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD looks for fun in Quito. Ed shares his weekend plans. Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this ge...

JD gives his assessment thus far of the International Eucharistic Congress in Ecuador. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Camp, a ministry of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma.  This Catholic camp is hiring 16-25 year olds for summer staff positions.  For more information, visit  Campguadalupe.org/summerteam This is a public episode. If you'd like to di...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com Ed is sad his softball season is over. Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-by-ste...

JD and Ed discuss the breaking news about an alleged foiled assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Indonesia.  Ed asks JD about his upcoming trip to the International Eucharistic Congress in Ecuador. Then, Ed details fallout over a new law in Ukraine that bans the Russian Orthodox Church from operating in the country.  Was Pope John Paul I murdered? This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsore...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD and Ed talk about British pop bands, and JD tries to explain praise and worship. Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Havi...

Do we think Pope Francis ever takes a day off? JD details heightening conflict in the Chaldean Catholic Church in Iraq. JD and Ed share their top picks for a rumored consistory. Then, Ed plays a round of Weird English Food ‘Yes or No.’ This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School.  Seton Home Study School has a great collection of courses— including one about the Earl...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD and Ed talk about their Friday plans and JD shares a story from his week. - Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having is...

JD briefs Ed on a potential story that caught his eye. Then, JD and Ed debate the application of moral personality.  Are you going to the International Eucharistic Congress in Ecuador next month? Let us know in the comments!  This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by “Firebreaker," an exciting new audio drama from Coronation Media.  Bring the legendary story of St. George to life for your...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD shares about his vacation and gives Ed some insights into Protestantism.  Are you a paying subscriber?  * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.   * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DR Having issues...

JD and Ed are back this week to talk about the latest Catholic news— 'Around The Horn’ style!  This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by “Firebreaker," an exciting new audio drama from Coronation Media.  Bring the legendary story of St. George to life for your family!  Learn more at firebreakerseries.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...

There is no episode of The Pillar Podcast this week, because JD had a family emergency. Please keep his family in your prayers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

Ed is joined this week by Pillar Managing Editor Michelle La Rosa and Producer Kate Olivera to talk about Cardinal Gerhard Müller, and the Olympics.  This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by the Ancient Language Institute, teaching with a living language approach, helping future teachers learn the languages and the methods so they can bring the approach to their classrooms, and developin...

JD is joined by  The Pillar’s  Managing Editor Michelle La Rosa to reflect on the National Eucharistic Congress and the impact of World Youth Day in Denver. Michelle talks about a recent, conditional donation to Catholic schools in the Diocese of Gary, Indiana.  Michelle plays a round of “Which Michelle?" - This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. To find out if...

In this free bonus episode, The Pillar hosts a jingle contest for the sponsor of our live show in Indianapolis — Decided Excellence Catholic Media. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

In this live recording of The Pillar Podcast, JD and Ed talk about the National Eucharistic Congress, its focus on the liturgy and the impact it could have on US Church. Featuring Bishop Andrew Cozzens of Crookston,  Pillar  Contributing Editor Brendan Hodge and Stephen White of The Catholic Project. - There will be no bonus episode this week. - This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by D...