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Drawing on the Fathers of the Church, Fr. Fessio outlines what it means to have “faith in God.”

76: Faith in God

We can often go through out day not noticing the presence of God in our lives. But in today’s episode Fr. Fessio teaches us how to notice God in the mysteries of the universe.

115: Finding God in the Mystery

Father Fessio reflects on great mystery which according to St. Paul is “Christ in us” and the hope of glory.

91: The Great Mystery

You're right—it would all be a waste, if not for aκτιος.

37: Why Waste Time Learning about God—and Praying? (Colossians Up Close, pt. 2)

Fr. Fessio explains why the symbol of the cross embodies the essential message of Christianity. With this episode, Fr. Fessio has recorded an episode for every year of his life. Also stay tuned because when we return next week for “Father Fessio in Five,” we will have a new look and new recording equipment!

83: The Significance of the Cross

Fr. Fessio reveals the dynamic movement that takes place in the second half of the Gloria that we sing at Mass.

What Are We Singing about in of the “Gloria”?

Saint John Henry Newman will be the first English speaker to be declared a Doctor of the Church.
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It was recently announced that St. John Henry Newman will be the 38th person to be declared a Doctor of the Church. And today, we are blessed to be joined by two guests. First is Bishop Lopes, ordinary of the Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St. Peter, which is a community within the Catholic Church who celebrate according to the Anglican use. And second is Dr. Jennifer Martin, professor of theology at Notre Dame, who was one of twenty people to personally advocate for John Henry Newman to be declared a Doctor of the Church.
In this conversation, Bishop Lopes and Dr. Martin outline the process of becoming a Doctor of the Church and articulate why Saint John Henry Newman’s teachings make him worthy of such a title.
 
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Saint John Henry Newman: A Protestant to a Doctor of the Catholic Church w/ Bishop Lopes and Dr. Jennifer Martin

Fr. Fessio comments on a simple yet profound reading from St. Gregory of Nyssa presented in the Divine Office.

112: The Wisdom of St. Gregory of Nyssa

On Monday April 21, Pope Francis passed away. As the Church mourns his passing and prays for the repose of his soul, we begin to reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis.
So, in this special edition of the Ignatius Press Podcast, Ben Eriksen sits down with Mark Brumely to discuss the life and works of Pope Francis. Mark begins by highlighting three lessons that we can learn from Pope Francis before explaining why he believes Pope Francis will likely be the last pope of Vatican II. He also argues to what degree a pope should be involved in politics and how we can best foster Christian unity as we look forward to a papal conclave. Mark’s balanced perspective on these topics is a welcome sight in these turbulent times.
 
Pope Francis Memoriam Page: <a href='https://ignatius.com/pope-francis/'>https://ignatius.com/pope-francis/</a>
 
Pope Francis’ “On Heaven and Earth”: <a href='https://ignatius.com/on-heaven-and-earth-oheh/'>https://ignatius.com/on-heaven-and-earth-oheh/</a>
Pope Francis’ “Laudato Si”: <a href='https://ignatius.com/praise-be-to-you-laudato-si-pbtyh/'>https://ignatius.com/praise-be-to-you-laudato-si-pbtyh/</a>
Pope Benedict’s “Faith and Politics”: <a href='https://ignatius.com/faith-and-politics-jrsw2p/'>https://ignatius.com/faith-and-politics-jrsw2p/</a>
Pope Benedict’s “Teaching and Learning the Love of God”: <a href='https://ignatius.com/teaching-and-learning-the-love-of-god-jrsw1p/?searchid=0'>https://ignatius.com/teaching-and-learning-the-love-of-god-jrsw1p/?searchid=0</a>
George Weigel’s “The Next Pope”: <a href='https://ignatius.com/the-next-pope-nph/?searchid=2143206'>https://ignatius.com/the-next-pope-nph/?searchid=2143206</a>
 
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Special Edition of the IP Podcast: Reflecting on the Life and Works of Pope Francis

There are three dimensions to the Mass: the historical, the cosmic, and the personal. And in this episode, Fr. Fessio outlines the historical dimension of the Mass by examining the Old Testament and the life of Christ.
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131. The Historical Dimension of the Mass

In the not-so-distant past, the Church began saying “and with your spirit” instead of “and with you.” In this episode Fr. Fessio explains these opening words of the Mass.

138: Why the Priest Says “The Lord be with you”

Fr. Fessio describes the second dimension of the Mass—the cosmic dimension. Fr. Fessio explains how Christ is the center of this dimension.

132. The Cosmic Dimension of the Mass

Dreaming of that life of ease and leisure? Read the Gospel of Luke.

30: Was Man Made for Cruise Ships, Gardening, and Golf?

Why were so many of the great writers of detective stories Christians? Dorothy Sayers, G.K. Chesterton, Graham Greene, and many more—in addition to their other literary achievements—wrote (and loved reading) mystery stories. In this week’s episode, John Herreid talks to author Fiorella de Maria about her Father Gabriel mystery novels—the fourth of which, “Death of a Scholar,” is now available—as well as the enduring appeal of detective fiction, and why the genre’s themes of guilt, truth, and justice resonate with the Catholic moral imagination.
 
“Death of a Scholar” is available in paperback and ebook at Ignatius.com: https://bit.ly/3TmXN1F

Mystery novels and the Catholic moral imagination: A conversation with Fiorella de Maria

Join us as Fr. Donald Haggerty sits down with Andrew Petiprin to discuss the dark forces that seek to undermine and destroy the Church. In Fr. Haggerty’s new book, The Hour of Testing, he not only locates our era in its historical context, but he also discusses how we should spiritually live in our own time. His relevant insights and depth of thought are manifest in the concentrated reflections offered both in this book and in his podcast.
In this episode, Fr. Haggerty and Andrew discuss the rise of doctrinal ambiguity, the cultural indifference to God, and the Second Coming. As we approach a new era in the Church, Fr. Haggerty’s practical reflections will help any Catholic navigate the coming years in the Church’s history.
Get your copy of The Hour of Testing: <a href='https://ignatius.com/the-hour-of-testing-htp/'>https://ignatius.com/the-hour-of-testing-htp/</a>
 
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Fr. Donald Haggerty: Are Dark Days Ahead for the Church?

Today we celebrate the life and work of Martin Luther King Junior, and on this special occasion we are happy to welcome Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. In this episode, Deacon Harold sits down with Andrew Petiprin to discuss his first encounters with the writings of MLK and Fr. Tolton. They discuss the similarities between both heroic men who preached and embodied a message love over vengeance and bitterness. 
This episode also addresses systemic racism and race relations inside the Church. Deacon Harold beautifully articulates that the Catholic Church is a Church for all people and that to bring about a larger cultural change, we focus our attention on changing the minds and hearts of individuals. 
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<li dir="ltr">Building a Civilization of Love: <a href='https://ignatius.com/building-a-civilization-of-love-bclp/'>https://ignatius.com/building-a-civilization-of-love-bclp/</a></li>
<li dir="ltr"> From Slave to Priest: <a href='https://ignatius.com/from-slave-to-priest-fspp/'>https://ignatius.com/from-slave-to-priest-fspp/</a></li>
<li dir="ltr"> Father Augustus Tolton: <a href='https://ignatius.com/father-augustus-tolton-fautop/'>https://ignatius.com/father-augustus-tolton-fautop/</a></li>
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See Deacon Harold’s last podcast episode: <a href='https://podcast.ignatius.com/e/responding-to-the-sin-of-racism%E2%80%94and-building-a-civilization-of-love/'>https://podcast.ignatius.com/e/responding-to-the-sin-of-racism%e2%80%94and-building-a-civilization-of-love/</a>
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Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers: Martin Luther King Jr. and Fr. Tolton’s Message for Today

The current crisis of masculinity is rampant in our society, but few have responded to this cultural moment like Mike Pacer in his new book “Prayers for Catholic Men.” Instead of encouraging men to simply gut it out and take responsibility, Mike encourages men to fall on their knees, and he provides them with the resources to encounter God in a meaningful and profound way. “Prayers for Catholic Men” not only teaches men how to pray, but it provides many unique and personal prayers that men at any stage in their life will resonate with.
In this episode, Andrew Petiprin sits down with Mike Pacer to talk about the common struggles men encounter when praying and what resources they can use to strengthen their spiritual life.
 
Get Your Copy of “Prayers for Catholic Men”: https://ignatius.com/prayers-for-catholic-men-prcmp/
 
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Mike Pacer: Becoming a Man of Prayer

Fr. Fessio explains the lesser known connection between the Mass and the Divine Office or the Liturgy of the Hours, which traditionally lead to the Mass being celebrated at a specific time.

141: The Divine Office Connects to the Mass

Michael O'Brien's Novels Are Becoming MOVIES
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The Lighthouse is one of Michael O'Brien’s most well-known novels and it is now in development for becoming a movie. Join us today for an extra special podcast as Ben Eriksen talks with Charlie Goodwin (executive producer) and Eric Groth (producer) about this upcoming film. They discuss their vision of this movie and how they plan to be both good stewards of Michael's novels and of donor’s money by producing a quality film that reaches far into the secular culture.
 
The Lighthouse Movie Website: https://officialthelighthouse.com/
 
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Hear Michael O'Brien in his own words here: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpT6P15kwrU&amp;t=45s'>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpT6P15kwrU&amp;t=45s</a>
 
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Michael O'Brien's Novels Are Finally Becoming Movies

Binge Father Fessio in Five! You may have noticed a flurry of episodes in the past day and that is because we are bringing Father Fessio in Five to YouTube. We updated our equipment so that you can now watch Fr. Fessio on YouTube as well as listen to him here on the audio apps.
In this episode, we pray the Our Father every day, but do we always fully understand, and what we are saying? Father Fessio breaks down two phrases in the Our Father so that you can pray it more intentionally and fervently.

96: Forgive Our "Debts" or "Trespasses"?

In its earliest days, Christianity was a faith associated with cities. Cities were the spots chosen by the Apostles to begin spreading the Good News, the earliest Christian communities were found in city centers, and cities quickly became the focal points of persecution of Christians—and the blood of the martyrs was always the seed of the Church.
Best-selling author Mike Aquilina has written a book about twelve cities in the ancient world where Christianity caught hold and spread despite often brutal persecutions. “Rabbles, Riots, and Ruins” is a lively journey through cities as diverse as Rome, Jerusalem, Milan, and Constantinople.
In this episode, host Andrew Petiprin speaks with Aquilina about how the unique characteristics of these cities allowed for the development and flourishing of the faith, frequently in hostile environments. They discuss the cities—some still well-known, others lost to history—that defined and shaped the earliest centuries of our Christian faith.
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Mike Aquilina: Uncovering the ancient cities that shaped Christianity

In our busy schedules, it is often hard to find time to read a good book, and sometimes it is even harder to know which book to read. In his new book <a href='https://ignatius.com/classic-literature-made-simple-clmsp/'>Classic Literature Made Simple</a>, Joseph Pearce makes this decision easier by outlining fifty great works of literature that every person should read. Beginning in the ancient world and progressing all the way up to the present, Joseph provides a trusted list of books that are not only good aesthetically, but also morally.
In this episode, Joseph talks with the host Andrew Petiprin about his reasoning behind his choices and even admits why certain works were excluded.
Find <a href='https://ignatius.com/classic-literature-made-simple-clmsp/'>Classical Literature Made Simple: Fifty Great Books in a Nutshell</a> at <a href='http://ignatius.com/'>Ignatius.com</a>.

Joseph Pearce: Fifty Great Books to Read Before You Die

We are halfway through Lent, and for many of us, that means we are midway through Hallow’s Pray40 Challenge. Today, Ben Eriksen joins Sr. Orianne Pietra René, who reads the passages for “A Song for Nagasaki” in the French version of Hallow’s Pray40 Challenge. Sr. Orianne not only gives us a behind-the-scenes look at recording for Hallow, but she also provides insights into the life of Takashi Nagai and his wife, Midori.
Because Takashi’s story is told elsewhere, Sr. Orianne and Ben reflect on the impact that this story has had on their personal lives, and how Takashi is a model for Catholics struggling with the problem of evil and suffering. Both marvel at how relevant Takashi and Midori are for us today.
For those who love Hallow’s Pray40 challenge or are interested in the life of Takashi and Midori, this episode is for you!
 
Get Your Copy of A Song for Nagasaki: <a href='https://ignatius.com/a-song-for-nagasaki-snhep/'>https://ignatius.com/a-song-for-nagasaki-snhep/</a>
 
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Sr. Orianne: Meet One of the Readers for Hallow’s Pray40 Challenge

In today's episode, Andrew and Dr. Ciraulo discuss why von Balthasar believed that all priests need to have an intellectual curiosity in today's world. 

Full Episode: https://youtu.be/kLaSAD6EkGs
Get Your Copy of Dr. Ciraulo's book "Distributed Like Bread" (pre-order for release at 3.2.26): https://ignatius.com/distributed-like-bread-dlbp/?searchid=0&search_query=distributed