Why is Mass such an important thing for Catholics? Is it a worship service? A prayer service? Is the Eucharist a communal meal or something more? In this brief video I walk through some important aspects of the liturgy that are important for Catholics (and non-Catholics!) to understand.

To watch this episode on YouTube, head to: https://youtu.be/wX1To3KVhHQ

I also mentioned Reel Life, my serial podcast about the making of a short film. To listen to that, see the links below!

Today on the show, Clarke Forsythe of Americans United for Life joins me to talk about defending human dignity, including the dignity of babies in the womb. Clarke (who is my father in law) talks us through the United States' abortion jurisprudence, the Mississippi case coming before the Court this year, and the best way to advance the cause of life in our public policy.

To buy Clarke's book, head to https://bookshop.org/books/abuse-of-discretion-the-inside-story-of-roe-v-wade/9781594036927?aid=25089&listref=2021-recommendations

Thoughts? Feedback? Comments? Email me at [email protected].

Today on the show Alex Jones joins me to talk about his experience building Hallow. Alex is the CEO and co-founder of Hallow (https://hallow.com), an iOS and Android app that helps Catholics to build a stronger, deeper prayer life.

We talk about the importance of contemplative and meditative prayer, Alex's reversion to the Church, Hallow's structure as a social benefit corporation, building a corporate culture that is authentically Catholic, and more.

Hallow on iOS: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1405323394

Hallow on Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.hallow.android

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In today's episode, Serena Sigillito rejoins the show to talk to me about some of her recent written work. We discuss the sacrifices of motherhood, the difference in societal expectations for mothers versus fathers, Catholic feminism, and how societies can be open to life.

For Serena's recent work: The Two Vocations (Plough): https://www.plough.com/en/topics/life/parenting/the-two-vocations

And be sure to sign up for Serena's newsletter, The Sandpiper, as well: https://serenasigillito.substack.com/

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On our inaugural livestream discussion, Larry Chapp joins me to answer listener questions about theodicy (the problem of evil), Balthasar, universalism as heresy, Vatican II, and more. It's a good discussion--make sure you're subscribed to my YouTube channel so that you can tune in for the next one!

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In this episode I explore some of my research from a debate I recently participated in on the topic of "Once Saved, Always Saved." I walk through the Catholic soteriological framework, explain "infused grace" versus "imputed grace," and argue for the infallibility of God's election that upholds the concurrent freedom of our wills. I argue that the key distinction between the Catholic and classic Reformed positions is not about the infallibility of God's action, but about the compatibility between our freedom and God's infallibility, and the consequences that this interplay has for sanctifying grace in the soul.

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In this episode, author Alec MacGillis joins me to talk about his recent book Fulfillment: Winning and Losing in One-Click America. We talk about Amazon's questionable business practices, whether or not Amazon is a symptom or a disease, the urban-rural divide, and the all-important question: should I cancel my Prime account?

I encourage you to buy Alec's book at any of the following independent bookstores:

You can also find other independent booksellers and look at the growing Creedal booklist at bookshop.org/shop/creedal.

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Today on the show, Dr. Larry Chapp joins me to talk about "bored, beige" Catholicism.

To join our upcoming Live Q&A (May 4th, 8pm ET), head here: https://youtu.be/XoxF9P-LDI4

For more information about Creedal, head to www.creedalpodcast.com. To watch this episode you YouTube, head to: Creedal: Theology & Culture - YouTube.

For more of Dr. Chapp's work, head to www.gaudiumetspes22.com.

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Today I'm announcing a rebrand of Creedal Catholic to simply Creedal: Theology & Culture. Rather than simply focusing on theology and apologetics, I will also use this feed to explore engage the culture--including literature, film, and more. In that vein, today I'm releasing a conversation that Sally and I used to do on our Vernacular feed--our read/watch/listen recommendations!

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Happy Easter!

This week as we celebrate the Easter Octave and prepare for Divine Mercy Sunday, Fr. Ken Geraci of the Fathers of Mercy joins me on the show to talk about his reversion to Catholicism from high-functioning agnosticism, his discernment from the business world to the priesthood, liturgical reform, bringing your kids to Mass, Divine Mercy, and more.

You can find Fr. Ken's work at www.fathersofmercy.com, and his new book, Why Be Catholic, is out on April 6.

Email me at [email protected].