How to Speak Catholic

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  • The Bible and the Catholic Church, Part 02 - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0008 - Corrected Version

    This is the corrected version - the previous version was cut off for some reason - sorry.

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, back by popular demand, is "The Bible and the Catholic Church." In particular, we'll cover Bible Tabs, what Bible to pick and how to pick it, and the custom of genuflection, with a little ancient Greek, as well as some Hebrew thrown in. We'll also discuss the "Shema" in ancient Judaism, and how it pertains to the various postures and gestures in Catholicism.

    We also continue our Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment – Isaiah 6:3.

    And lastly, please pray for Richard Gubbels, who is very ill and in need of God's loving mercy. Amen.

    24 min
  • Miscarriage: A Catholic Approach to Grieving and Healing - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0007

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, we're joined by world-renowned Catholic author and former Atheist, Karen Edmisten, who shares her experiences with miscarriage, and provides a Catholic perspective on the hope of God's grace and healing through the agony of loss. We also discuss Karen's book, "After Miscarriage," (https://smile.amazon.com/After-Miscarriage-Catholic-Companion-Healing/dp/0867169974/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1484179441&sr=8-3&keywords=karen+edmisten) and share other resources for those suffering from the loss of their baby.

    We also continue our Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment - Luke 1:42.

    Also check out Karen's website (http://www.karenedmisten.com) and her blog (http://karenedmisten.blogspot.com/), as well as her other books:

    You Can Share the Faith: Reaching Out One Person at a Time - https://smile.amazon.com/You-Can-Share-Faith-Reaching/dp/1612789137/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484179441&sr=8-1&keywords=karen+edmisten

    Deathbed Conversions: Finding Faith at the Finish Line - https://smile.amazon.com/Deathbed-Conversions-Finding-Faith-Finish/dp/161278612X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1484179441&sr=8-2&keywords=karen+edmisten

    The Rosary: Keeping Company With Jesus and Mary - https://smile.amazon.com/Rosary-Keeping-Company-Jesus-Mary/dp/0867168757/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1484179441&sr=8-4&keywords=karen+edmisten

    Through the Year With Mary: 365 Reflections - https://smile.amazon.com/Through-Year-Mary-365-Reflections/dp/0867169370/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1484179441&sr=8-5&keywords=karen+edmisten

    39 min
  • The Bible Says the Church is Wrong! Part 2 of 2 - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0006

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, we're joined by Steve Carlsen, a former anti-Catholic who came home to the Church, fighting it most of the way. Listen to his conversion story with us, and see if you're as inspired by it as I am.

    We continue Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment - Exodus 20:10.

    And who is Steve Pokorny? https://www.facebook.com/StevePokorny?fref=ts

    Who is Christopher West (http://www.christopherwest.com/) and what is the Theology of the Body? (http://www.theologyofthebody.net/)

    How about the Archdiocese of San Antonio? https://www.archsa.org/

    And, teaser alert - respected author and convert Karen Edmisten (http://www.karenedmisten.com) will be joining us next - don't miss it!

    33 min
  • The Bible Says the Church is Wrong! Part 1 of 2 - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0005

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, we're joined by Steve Carlsen, a former anti-Catholic who came home to the Church, fighting it most of the way. Listen to his conversion story with us, and see if you're as inspired by it as I am.

    We start with our continuation of Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment - Luke 1:28.

    We'll also touch on the following passages:

    Matthew 16:19

    John 6:53

    29 min
  • The Bible and the Catholic Church - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0004

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, we discuss whether or not Catholics know the Bible. How many of you Catholics feel like you don't know the Bible? You may be surprised to discover that, as a Catholic, you know the Bible better than you think! We start with our continuation of Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment - John 1:29.

    We'll cover the following verses, some of which are old Homework Assignments, and others are future Homework Assignments, so get ready!

    Matthew 6:9

    Deuteronomy 5:11

    Luke 1:28

    Exodus 20:12

    Luke 1:42

    Isaiah 6:3

    Luke 2:14

    John 1:29

    Matthew 28:19

    29 min
  • Christmas and Advent, Part 3 of 3 - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0003

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, we'll have an introduction to the purpose of the podcast, our future goals, and an introduction to Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment - Deuteronomy 5:11.

    Additionally, this is the third in our 3-part series on Advent and Christmas. We cover the Infancy Narrative in the Gospel of Matthew - why did Joseph want to divorce Mary quietly? Was it just because he was a nice guy, or was there more to it?

    27 min
  • Christmas and Advent, Part 2 of 3 - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0002

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, we'll have an introduction to the purpose of the podcast, our future goals, and an introduction to Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment - Matthew 28:19.

    Additionally, this is the second in our 3-part series on Advent and Christmas. We cover the Infancy Narrative in the Gospel of Luke - why was Jesus born in Bethlehem, why was he laid in a manger, and why did the angels first announce his birth to the shepherds?

    22 min
  • Christmas and Advent, Part 1 of 3 - How to Speak Catholic, Episode 0001

    Welcome to "How to Speak Catholic," your podcasting source for the Joy of the Gospel through the Catholic Church. Our goal is to share the joy of being Catholic, whether you're Catholic, or just curious about what the Catholic Church teaches, we're here to help.

    In this episode, we'll have an introduction to the purpose of the podcast, our future goals, and an introduction to Scripture Memorization for Catholics, which begins with our Homework Assignment - Matthew 6:9.

    Additionally, this is the first in our 3-part series on Advent and Christmas. We cover the meaning of Advent, the Advent Wreath, Christmas as a season (as opposed to just a day), and why Christmas is on the 25th of December.

    27 min

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Why do Catholics genuflect, or make the sign of the cross? What's the relationship between the Catholic Church and Judaism? Why were Catholics like Mother Theresa, St. John Paul the Great, or Vincent…