Afleveringen
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Fr. Sam and Matt jump into any and every topic related to the Sacrament of Confession, including: understanding the effect of sin, mortal vs. venial sin, the ecclesial dimension of sin & penance, the healing power of confession, and much more!
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In this conversation, Fr. Sam and Matt catch up after Fr. Sam's pilgrimage/vacation to Ireland. They explore the significance of Our Lady of Knock and the importance of silence and contemplation in daily life. They discuss the challenges of balancing personal desires with spiritual discipline, the emotional impact of music and prayer, and the need for silence in a noisy world. The dialogue emphasizes the value of intentionality in prayer and the transformative power of contemplative practices.
Fr. Sam and Matt also explore the profound impact of prayer, particularly through methods like Lectio Divina and the importance of silence and contemplation. They discuss how repetition in prayer can deepen understanding and reflection, the significance of prioritizing prayer in daily life, and the examples of Our Lady, St. Joseph, and St. John in embodying silence and receptivity to God's word (based off the Apparition in Knock, Ireland). The conversation also highlights the growing devotion to Eucharistic adoration among laypeople, emphasizing that contemplation and holiness are accessible to everyone.
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Fr. Sam and Matt sit down to discuss the importance of praying for Pope Francis right now (and the Pope always), the importance of a healthy approach to death, and why Pope Francis calling the Jubilee of Hope is so fitting to keep in mind right now. LINKS Email list: https://www.veritascatholic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/?hl=en
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Fr. Sam and Matt had the great pleasure of sitting down Tess Livingstone, a personal friend of Cardinal Pell and the author of George Cardinal Pell: Pax Invictus, A Biography.
They cover quite a bit including: Cardinal Pell's childhood, vocation story, seminary reforms, time as archbishop, the false accusations, convictions, solitary confinement in prison, the Demos memo addressed to the Pope, and Cardinal Pell's work as the Secretariat of the Economy.
There's a lot here, but it's well worth the listen!
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In this conversation, Matt and Fr. Sam delve into the profound mystery of the Eucharist, exploring its significance as the sacrament of Christ's presence. They emphasize the importance of receiving (as opposed to "taking") the Eucharist and the other Sacraments. They also connect the Eucharist to the sacrament of marriage, highlighting the theme of self-gift.
Additionally, they address the historical context of belief in the real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, discuss how the Eucharist is Christ's Resurrected Body (but is a re-presentation of the Cross), and dive into the idea of an "Open Table" (Something common to Protestantism but rejected by Catholics).
They also discuss how the priesthood of the New Covenant is different than that of the Old Covenant, how Jesus is a Priest in the Order of Melchizedek, what the types of the Eucharist are in the Old Testament, and the necessity of the Eucharist for spiritual growth and salvation (cf. John 6).
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This week on the Tangent, Fr. Sam Kachuba and I continue our series on the Sacraments by discussing Confirmation! We discuss why the Bishop has a particular role in this sacrament, what it actually means that Confirmation is a sacrament of maturity, as well as why Confirmation is so important for young Catholics in a secular age.
And of course, Confirmation ≠ graduation.
If you haven’t had the chance to listen to our episode on Baptism you can click here to listen or watch it on YouTube.
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This week we begin a series of episodes on understanding the sacraments, in which Fr. Sam and I will dedicate an individual episode (or two) to each sacrament. We begin with baptism. We discuss the transformative power of baptism, the biblical types of baptism, how we're baptized in Jesus's death, and how we live out the grace of the Holy Spirit, given to us in baptism. We also touch on the role of parents in developing the faith of their child and understanding how we are baptized priests, prophets and kings.
If you do find this series fruitful, please share it with others that you think would benefit from it!
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Fr. Sam recently hosted a Q+A at his parish. He answers questions about sacramental theology, the bible, and life as a Catholic.
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We discuss why going to EITHER the Novus Ordo Mass or Traditional Latin Mass doesn't guarantee a greater participation, the importance of maintaining liturgical practices, the impact of these traditions on faith and community, and the significance of symbols in faith, especially in the liturgy and art.
We also discuss how to cultivate a deeper understanding of scripture in a materialistic culture. The discussion emphasizes the beauty of the liturgy and the need for a symbolic imagination to appreciate the richness of the faith.
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This week, Fr. Sam and I welcome Matthew Wiseman to discuss his unique journey from a Southern Baptist upbringing to exploring the Hebrew Roots Movement to joining the Anglican Church to becoming a Catholic. We discuss everything from the challenges of living a kosher lifestyle in Texas, the significance of practicing the faith as a family, the true Jewish Roots of Christ in the Gospels and why Catholics used to rinse their hands with holy water prior to picking up the Scriptures.
We also touch on the sacramental theology of the Mass, how it makes the invisible visible, and why it’s so important we see the reality behind sacraments and symbols.
I hope you enjoy this week’s episode of the Tangent!
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Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza discuss Christmas by turning to CS Lewis's essay "What Christmas Means to Me". Is the business of Christmas good? How does one balance secular vs religious traditions. How should Christians celebrate Christmas properly?
Listen to the Essay here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbkf7rpKrGc&t=148s&ab_channel=C.S.Lewisessays
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In this conversation, Matt, Father Sam, and Father James Kubicki, S.J. discuss the significance of daily offerings in the Catholic faith, particularly focusing on the morning offering prayer. They explore its origins, the importance of living the Eucharist in daily life, and how to incorporate suffering into one's offerings. The discussion also emphasizes the need for quality time with God, the simplicity of prayer, and the connection between morning offerings and the Mass. Additionally, they touch on the concepts of consolation and desolation in spiritual discernment and the role of spiritual direction in deepening one's relationship with God.
In this conversation, they explore the importance of establishing a prayer routine, the role of asceticism in creating space for prayer, and the challenges of navigating distractions in modern life. They discuss the significance of sacrifice in spiritual growth and how to face suffering while finding God in the process. The conversation also touches on the unique challenges faced by seminarians and those discerning the priesthood, emphasizing the need to focus on Jesus amidst discouragement and anxiety.
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Fr. Sam and Matt discuss the doctrine of Purgatory. What is purgatory? Why do Catholics believe it exists? Is it good news? Most of all, how does hope factor in for those who believe in purgatory?
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Roxanne King joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza to discuss a series of Catholic heroes who fought for human and civil rights. Some of these heroes include Franz Jägerstätter, who stood up to the third Reich and was eventually martyred for his efforts, Dorothy Day, known for her work bringing Catholic Social Teaching to the world, and Nicholas Black Elk, a well known figure, but unknown Catholic Catechist. They dive into why its important to persevere according to your conscience, how you form your conscience, and what TRUE social justice looks like!
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Fr. Sam and Matt discuss the essence of prayer, the role of silence in prayer and how to effectively pray. They also discuss the importance of revitalizing kerygmatic preaching. They define the kerygma, the share examples of the kerygma in their own lives, and discuss how to present the Kerygma to other Christians, Non-Christians, Agnostics and Atheists (you'll be surprised by the answer...)
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Ralph Martin joins Fr. Sam and Matt to discuss moments from his new memoir A Life in the Spirit.
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In light of recent news out of San Diego, Fr. Sam and Matt sit down to discuss the Second Vatican Council's instruction on Education, especially it's application to public, charter, Catholic, and homeschool situations.
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We're very excited to be joined by Jason Evert. We talk about the roadblocks to understanding and accepting the Catholic teaching on chastity, the theology of the body, detoxing from today's culture, how parents can speak to their confused kids, and how parents can compassionately help their children experiencing gender dysphoria.
LINK TO JASON'S EVENT: https://shop.chastity.com/products/double-feature-with-jason-evert-10-10-24-in-newtown-ct?variant=48494691811645
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Edward Morse joins Fr. Sam and Matt to discuss Fr. Flanagan's story. Fr. Flanagan is the founder of Boystown, an actual town that he founded to resist the racism of his time and treat all children with the dignity they deserve! Fr. Flanagan is currently on the path to sainthood, you can learn more about him by watching the documentary the Fr. Flanagan league produced with Spirit Juice Studios, Heart of A Servant.
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