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!
In this episode, Fr. Llane Briese explains St. Paul’s first journey to Europe, a trip inspired by the Holy Spirit. This bible passage, Acts 16:9-10, 14-15, also gives a look into the social standing of the Church at the time, a Church that is beginning t
Born into a poor family, St. Isidore worked on a farm for his entire life. From pushing his plow to feeding birds to praying on the job, the life of St. Isidore was a combination of normalcy and miracles. Tune into this Catholic Bytes episode to learn ho
Why is it that we receive some sacraments only once and others limitlessly? What is the distinction between the spiritual outcome of each of the different sacraments? In this episode we’ll explain the different sacraments and their various graces and/o
Ever seen a religious person and awed at the joy that seemed to radiate from them? A statistical study done by Msgr. Stephen Rossetti shows that in reality, priests exhibit greater happiness than the general public! In this episode he gives us a few goo
By receiving the sacraments, we become living members of the Body of Christ, one of the many images used to describe the Church. Have you ever realized, however, that “living members” of the Church are more than just those visibly living on earth? Yup. T
When we think in terms of salvation, our minds tend to think mainly of Christ’s life: the Incarnation, his suffering, death and resurrection. Has it ever crossed your mind that only through Pentecost are we are capable of accessing the works of salvation
From a complex mythical structure to the changing of Scripture, Gnosticism was a phenomenon of heresy within the early Church. Although their beliefs seem far-fetched, we can still learn a valuable lesson from their errors today. Listen to their intrigui
To say we cannot comprehend a mystery, is not to say we cannot understand it. It is natural that what an infinite God has revealed to man’s limited mind cannot be comprehended. Yet, we are capable of understanding certain aspects of God’s revelation thro
In his apostolic exhortation, Pope Francis reiterates the beauty of marriage and the family, offers practical advice to couples, and explains the need for accompaniment for those who are not living in accordance with Church teaching. This teaching is bea
Modern science generally tends to claim that God does not exist, which has become a popular thought rippling through culture, media, and entertainment. Holding the contrary, that God exists, is perceived as ‘unintelligent’ or, simply, ‘uncool’. Yet, whil
What do you think is the greatest love story in all of history? You might be surprised when Dcn. Boxie claims that it is Sacred Scripture. Tune in for an insightful episode on just why that’s the case, including an explanation of the interdependent relat
As baptized Christians, we intimately live out the sonship of Christ. This fact sometimes seems too good to be true, but we are true sons and daughters of God because He is a true father. In this Catholic Bytes episode, Fr. Dan Hanley explains this funda
Leslie Knopf shares with us the life of one wife, mother, and doctor who in her modern life practiced holiness for which the Church formally recognizes with sainthood.
Before we start talking about the Gospel of John, we need to turn to the beginning, the creation of the world, as is recounted in Genesis. Why? Tune in for your answer, as well as for a rich account of John’s Gospel and his use of language and imagery…
Three things must align for the principle of double effect to take place: the object, the intention, and the circumstance. Although a difficult concept to understand, Fr. Tim Furlow breaks it down in this Catholic Bytes episode with the drama of home inv
The Pilgrim Audio Guide is designed to accompany pilgrims on their journey through any Mercy Door by delving into and explaining the abundant mercy of the Father, made visible and attained through Jesus Christ. Our hope is that the audio guide will not o
The phrase ‘offer it up’ is common amongst Christians, but what does it actually mean? In this Catholic Bytes episode, Fr. Dan Hanley explains the opportunity we have to participate in the sufferings of Christ and the salvation of the world.
When we think of Christ’s passion, sometimes we tend to think just of His death on the cross. In reality, however, that was only one phase, the final phase, of His passion which redeemed mankind. Tune in for an insightful episode exploring Christ’s passi
When you hear of concupiscence, do you think of it as something negative? Well, join the club, but prepare to be surprised. Ever consider it as a power of the soul, meant to play a part in directing us to the good? Well, tune in to this episode for your
Circumstance can change everything. Continuing our three part series on the moral act, Fr. Tim Furlow now covers how the circumstances which surround an action can change our culpability. For us to live as moral people we must make sure that the ‘what’,
When and why are civil laws binding? Is it ever morally acceptable to be civilly disobedient? In this Catholic Bytes episode Fr. Conrad Murphy continues the discussion on positive law and explains why an “unjust law is no law at all”.
In the second episode of this three part series on morality, Fr. Tim Furlow discusses the second component of moral actions: intention. Contrary to common thought today, ‘the end never justifies the means.’ Listen up for some concrete, insightful example
Equally tempted by family to abandon their faith, both St.s Perpetua and Felicity chose a horrid death rather than to do so. Want to know more about these two 3rd century martyrs, two brave and inspirational women? Tune in for an episode with Catholic By
Are religious medals, blessings, and holy water just Catholic superstitions? Devotions and sacramentals are evidence that God desires to bless us in any way possible, even through material means. In this Catholic Bytes episode, Dcn. Michael Niemczak expl
Who doesn’t love a good series? An opportunity to go deeper into a specific topic one step – or in our case, one byte – at a time. Today, we begin the first of a three part series on morality, and specifically, what constitutes a good or bad action. Fr.