Catholic After Party

Fr. Raph and Alessandro explore why we celebrate the feast of Mardi Gras. Alessandro tell us about Italian culture during Carnevale while Fr. Raph breaks down his favourite Mardi Gras traditions. Finally, Fr. Raph tells us his thoughts on Christian characters in the Cars (movie) universe.

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On today’s episode, Fr. Raph and Alé try to explore relationships and the question on everyone’s mind: Is the person I’m dating the one? Fr. Raph tells us about 2 common things people need in marriage: communication and commitment. Finally, Fr. Raph and Alé end off with a creative version of the new segment “Last Minute of Play!”

Let us know your thoughts on if there is “the one” out there for you in the comment section below!

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Do you know what it means to Fear the Lord? Fr. Raph explains that fearing the Lord is a gift of the Holy Spirit because it is the fear of not loving God. Fr. Raph talks about Thomas Aquinas’ opening argument in the Summa Theologica. Alessandro starts a new segment (with a working title)…

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Fr. Raph and Alessandro discuss the big question: Is the Eucharist received at mass the actual body and blood of Christ or is it just a symbolic representation of it? Fr. Raph explains the concept of transubstantiation to help us better understand what is behind the ever important sacrament of Communion.

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Alessandro and Fr. Raph discuss the purpose of going to Church. Do we need to spend time at Church or could we just gather together at home? Fr. Raph talks about the eighth day, which is the New Sabbath and how honouring the sabbath is a foretaste of heaven. Alessandro asks if Catholics can celebrate the Lord's day in Churches of different denominations.

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Welcome to the first episode of the Catholic After Party!

On this episode, Alessandro and Fr. Raph discusses New Year resolutions and the importance of prayer as spiritual exercise. Fr. Raph answers our questions on goals in prayer and what we can do when prayer gets difficult. Finally, Fr. Raph discusses the five obligations.

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