Catholic-Link Podcast

The podcast formerly known as Catholic Bytes. A podcast for busy Catholics. A mix of short, informative episodes, long form interviews, and interesting historical episodes. Wherever you are in your faith, we have content for you!

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

When you’re going through a hard time the phrase “offer it up” can be rather annoying, but it actually has a deep meaning that is connected to the Mass. Hint: the Offertory includes more than just taking break and wine to the alter. Tune into this Cathol

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

60 Seconds: Restlessness

“You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.” ~ St. Augustine

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

Trent: Genius and Reform

The Council of Trent was a response to the happenings of the time, namely, the Protestant Reformation. In this episode Fr. Brian Taylor tackles the main subjects addressed by the Council and how they still have a role in the life of the Church today.

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

Standing in the Place of Sinners

Jesus’ baptism doesn’t get much attention in the gospels, but this mystery is extremely important to understand our own baptisms. Tune into this Catholic Bytes episode to learn more!

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

History and Contributions of the Jesuits

The Jesuit community is widely known for Ignatian spirituality today, but through history the Jesuit community has also made a significant impact on the Church through missionary work and the establishment of Catholic academic institutions. In this epis

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

Making it Mendicant: the Dominicans and Franciscans

In this episode we discuss the principles of the monastic visions of Saints Dominic and Francis. These two saints were committed to their strong spiritual devotions and constructed religious orders that flourished thereafter and are still great witnesse

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

Importance of the Not-So-Important Stuff

The liturgy is a rather complex celebration that involves many symbols and traditions. At times these symbols and traditions may seem superfluous, but in fact they serve an important role in the liturgy, that upon understanding them, they facilitate our

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

A Practical Reflection for Your Lenten Observance

As Catholics we know by heart that prayer, fasting, and alms giving are capital observances of Lent, and being accustomed to associating these practices with Lent can cause these practices to escape us. But fear not! In this episode we consider anew pr

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

60 Seconds: Dust

We typically know dust as a pesky allergen, but in this episode we find it has a deeper meaning.

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

Prophetic Eminence of Moses

A number of Old Testament prophets pave the way for Jesus’ coming in the New Testament, each playing a necessary role. The role of Moses however, has a heightened significance even among the prophets since Moses imitates the very role intended for Chris

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

Choose Wisely

Just knowing what needs to be done isn’t enough to make prudent decisions. To some extent, purification is needed. Tune in and learn how to grow in the virtue of prudence.

An Annoying Phrase with Deep Meaning

The Superbowl and Building a Better World

Material goods alone do not make us happy and until we know what brings us happiness we will be unable to make the world a better place. The Church recognizes the good in material things, but also proposes a higher good. Tune into this Catholic Bytes epi

The Second Greatest Saint…St. Joseph

The Second Greatest Saint…St. Joseph

Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary and foster father of the Incarnate Word, it doesn’t take much more explanation to understand why St. Joseph is an epic saint. Tune into this Catholic Bytes episode to learn more!

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