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  1. 6d ago

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 August 12

    In this Bible study, we continued our walk through Revelation by opening chapter 3 and reflecting on Christ’s messages to Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. We spent time on the warnings to stay watchful, avoid spiritual lukewarmness, and do penance, while also taking heart in the promises made to those who persevere. We also followed the cross-references tied to the chapter—especially the call to readiness, the image of the key of David, and the Lord’s loving discipline—so we could see how Scripture interprets Scripture and how these passages point us toward fidelity, repentance, and hope in the kingdom of heaven. We then connected those themes to hope through the catechetical reading attributed to St. Peter Canisius, focusing on the good things Christians are called to hope for: eternal life, God’s grace for this life, and the petitions of the Lord’s Prayer. From there, we read through Matthew 6 and Luke 11 to reflect on trusting the Father, seeking first the kingdom, and praying with confidence. We closed with a martyr story from St. Alphonsus Liguori’s The Victories of the Martyrs, reading the witness of St. Euplius, whose steadfast confession under persecution offered a powerful example of courage, love of Scripture, and faithfulness unto death.

  2. Aug 5

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 August 5

    In this August 5, 2026 episode of Council of Catholic Men, we open in prayer and continued our reading of Revelation chapter 2, reflecting on Christ’s words to the churches of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, and Thyatira. We worked through the warnings against losing our first charity, tolerating false doctrine, and falling into presumption, while also dwelling on the promises given to those who persevere: the tree of life, the crown of life, hidden manna, and the morning star. We also read through several scriptural footnotes and cross-references to show how the Church has long understood these passages in light of repentance, judgment, perseverance, and the reward of the saints. From there, we returned to the catechism of St. Peter Canisius on the virtue of hope, focusing on how hope is strengthened by prayer, meditation on God’s goodness, purity of conscience, good works, and patience in adversity. To close, we read from St. Alphonsus de Liguori’s Victories of the Martyrs with the story of St. Afra, whose conversion, penance, and martyrdom offer a powerful witness to God’s mercy toward repentant sinners. We ended by looking ahead to Revelation chapter 3 and the next catechism question on the good things a Christian ought to hope for.

  3. Jul 30

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 July 29

    In this episode, we opened with Psalm 69 and then began our study of the Apocalypse of Saint John by reading chapter 1 and reflecting on its opening vision: Christ revealed in glory, the message to the seven churches, and the meaning of Alpha and Omega. We also walked through the endnotes and scriptural cross-references, drawing out how Revelation speaks both to the Church’s trials and to the confidence Christians should have in the Lord who holds the keys of death and hell. We then turned to Saint Peter Canisius on the virtue of hope, meditating on hope as a supernatural gift that steadies the soul in tribulation and fixes our eyes on salvation and everlasting life. To close, we read from Saint Alphonsus Liguori’s account of Saint Pantaleon and Saint Hermolaus, highlighting the witness of martyrdom, the courage of Christian faith, and the image of hope as an anchor for the soul. We ended by asking listeners to pray for Joe and for all who are in need of healing and perseverance.

  4. Jul 23

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 July 22

    In this episode of the Council of Catholic Men, we open with prayer and Psalm 62 from the Douay-Rheims, then lead our study through the Epistle of Saint Jude. We reflect on Jude’s urgent call to contend for the faith once delivered to the saints, to recognize the danger of false teachers and heresy, and to remain steadfast through prayer, charity, and perseverance in the love of God. We also walk through the traditional footnotes and cross-references tied to Jude’s warnings, including the examples of Cain, Balaam, Korah, Sodom and Gomorrah, Saint Michael’s dispute with the devil, and the apostles’ warnings about mockers in the last days. From there, we continue in Saint Peter Canisius’s Large Catechism, focusing on whether the Creed alone is sufficient for Christian belief and why Catholics must also receive divine Scripture, the Church’s authority, and sacred tradition. We close with a reading from Saint Alphonsus de Liguori on the martyrdom of Saint Victor of Marseille and his companions, highlighting courage, fidelity under persecution, and the eternal perspective of the saints. We finish in prayer, and preview next week’s beginning of the Apocalypse of Saint John along with the next catechetical section on hope, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Angelical Salutation. The Credo / Apostles' Creed (Catechism of the Catholic Church): https://www.vatican.va/content/catechism/en/part_one/section_one/chapter_three/article_2/the_credo.htmlSection Two: I. The Creeds (Catechism of the Catholic Church): https://www.vatican.va/content/catechism/en/part_one/section_two.htmlSaint Peter Canisius (General Audience of 9 February 2011): https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/audiences/2011/documents/hf_ben-xvi_aud_20110209.htmlSt. Alphonsus Maria de’ Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church (Vatican News): https://www.vaticannews.va/en/saints/08/01/st--alphonsus-maria-de-liguori--bishop-and-doctor--of-the-church.htmlSaint Mary Magdalene (Vatican News): https://www.vaticannews.va/en/liturgical-holidays/saint-mary-magdalene.htmlSts. Simon and Jude (Taddeo), Apostles (Vatican News): https://www.vaticannews.va/en/saints/10/28/sts--simon-and-jude--taddeo---apostles.html

  5. Jul 15

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 July 15

    In this episode, we opened with prayer and continued our Bible study in the Third Epistle of Saint John. We read the full chapter, reviewed the footnotes, and reflected on Saint John’s praise for Gaius, his emphasis on walking in truth and charity, and his warning example of Diotrephes, whose pride and desire for preeminence led him into a failure of brotherly love. We also looked ahead to next week’s reading of the Epistle of Saint Jude and then to our future study of the Apocalypse of Saint John. From there, we turned to the final article of the Apostles’ Creed, “life everlasting, amen” using the catechetical teaching of Saint Peter Canisius, Doctor of the Church, and several Scripture references to meditate on judgment, eternal reward, and eternal punishment. We spent time in Matthew 25, Ezekiel, Romans, Wisdom, and 1 Corinthians, focusing on the call to conversion, perseverance, and charity toward the least of our brethren. We closed with a reading from The Golden Legend on Saint Margaret of Antioch, highlighting her martyrdom, steadfast faith, and witness against the devil’s temptations, before ending the study with prayer. Her feast day is either July 12 or July 20. Council of Catholic Men: https://open.spotify.com/show/033gkPxZEKsgnUhViE2DLyDouay-Rheims Bible Online: https://drbo.org/3 John (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/71001.htmEpistle of St. Jude (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/72001.htmApocalypse (Revelation) of St. John (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/73001.htmGospel of Matthew (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/47001.htmBook of Ezekiel (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/31001.htmRomans (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/52001.htm1 Corinthians (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/53001.htmBook of Wisdom (Douay-Rheims): https://drbo.org/chapter/25001.htmThe Apostles’ Creed (Vatican Catechism): https://www.vatican.va/content/catechism/en/part_one/section_one/chapter_three/article_2/the_credo.htmlChristian Doctrine / Canisius Catechisms (Catholic Encyclopedia): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/05075b.htmSaint Peter Canisius (Vatican): https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/audiences/2011/documents/hf_ben-xvi_aud_20110209.htmlBlessed Jacopo de Voragine (Catholic Encyclopedia): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08262b.htmSaint Margaret of Antioch (Catholic Encyclopedia): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/09652b.htmSaint Fulgentius of Ruspe (Catholic Encyclopedia): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/06316a.htmSt. John the Evangelist (Catholic Encyclopedia): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08492a.htmEpistle of Saint Jude (Catholic Encyclopedia): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08542b.htm

  6. Jul 8

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 July 8

    In this episode, I begin and end with a prayer to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, noting the July 7–15 novena, and then lead our Bible study through the Second Epistle of Saint John. We reflect on St. John’s exhortation to walk in truth, remain in charity, and guard the faith against false teachers. I also connect 2 John to Christ’s commandment of love in the Gospel of John, especially the call to love one another as He has loved us. I then turn to St. Peter Canisius’s large catechism and meditate on the final article of the Creed, life everlasting, drawing on Scripture from Corinthians, John, Matthew, Romans, Titus, Timothy, Peter, and the Apocalypse to show the Christian hope of eternal life and final reward. To close, I read a moving account from Jacobus de Voragine’s Golden Legend on Saint Felicity and her seven sons, whose feast is approaching, as a witness of perseverance, courage, and steadfast love for Christ.Council of Catholic Men: Catechism and Bible Study of the Catholic Church (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/council-of-catholic-men-catechism-and-bible/id1896641707Douay-Rheims Bible Online: https://drbo.org/Saint Peter Canisius (Vatican, General Audience of February 9, 2011): https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/audiences/2011/documents/hf_ben-xvi_aud_20110209.htmlVictories of the Martyrs by St. Alphonsus Liguori (Open Library): https://openlibrary.org/books/OL25789148M/Victories_of_the_martyrsThe Golden Legend / Legenda Aurea by Jacobus de Voragine (New Advent): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08262b.htmSaint Felicitas and Her Seven Sons (New Advent): https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/06028a.htmOur Lady of Mount Carmel Novena / Solemnity Resource (Carmelite Sisters): https://www.carmelitesisters.com/carmelite-events/solemnity-of-our-lady-of-mount-carmel

  7. Jul 2

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 July 1

    This episode continued our Bible study through 1 John 5 using the Douay-Rheims translation and its footnotes, reflecting on faith that works through charity, obedience to God’s commandments, the witness of the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost, and the difficult passage on sin “unto death.” The Church understands repentance, prayer according to God’s will, and the danger of final impenitence and idolatry, with supporting references from Galatians, Ezekiel, Job, and the Gospel of John. Joe joined live to help us reflect on the feast of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus, the heretical idea of assurance, sacramental confession, and why Catholic teaching keeps repentance and perseverance at the center of the Christian life. The catechism portion turned to St. Peter Canisius on the resurrection of the body and the final judgment, drawing out the hope and discipline that flow from believing our bodies will be raised and conformed to Christ. We worked through scriptural references from Job, Colossians, Corinthians, Romans, Thessalonians, the Gospels, and Philippians, then closed with a reading from St. Alphonsus Liguori’s Victories of the Martyrs on St. Potamiena, her mother Marcella, and Basilides. The episode ends with prayer and an invitation for more listeners to join future live call-ins.Council of Catholic Men: Catechism and Bible Study of the Catholic Church (podcast listing): https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/council-of-catholic-men-catechism-and-bible/id1896641707Douay-Rheims Bible Online: https://drbo.org/1 John 5 (Douay-Rheims + Latin Vulgate): https://www.drbo.org/drl/chapter/69005.htmGalatians 5 (Douay-Rheims): https://www.drbo.org/chapter/55005.htmEzekiel 33 (Douay-Rheims): https://www.drbo.org/chapter/31033.htmJob 19 (Douay-Rheims): https://www.drbo.org/chapter/20019.htmSaint Peter Canisius (Vatican): https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/audiences/2011/documents/hf_ben-xvi_aud_20110209.htmlSaint Junipero Serra (Vatican): https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/homilies/2015/documents/papa-francesco_20150923_usa-omelia-washington-dc.htmlPope Pius IX (Vatican biography): https://www.vatican.va/news_services/liturgy/saints/ns_lit_doc_20000903_pius-ix_en.htmlThe Most Precious Blood of Jesus (Vatican): https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/speeches/2000/jul-sep/documents/hf_jp-ii_spe_20000701_sanguis-christi.pdfCorpus Christi / Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Vatican): https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/angelus/2025/documents/20250622-angelus.htmlSecond Vatican Council documents (Vatican archive): https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/index_it.htmSaint Alphonsus Liguori (Vatican): https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/audiences/2011/documents/hf_ben-xvi_aud_20110330.htmlSt. Augustine, The City of God, Book XXII (New Advent): https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/120122.htm

  8. Jun 25

    Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 June 24

    In this episode, we continue our Bible study through 1 John 4, focusing on how to test the spirits, remain faithful to the true confession of Jesus Christ, and live the commandment of charity. We reflect on St. John’s teaching that God is love, that perfect charity casts out fear, and that love of God must be proven by love of neighbor. We also walk through the footnotes and cross-references tied to the chapter, including passages from the Gospel of John, Philippians, and 1 Timothy, to show how the Church understands discernment, truth, and the life of grace. We then move into a catechetical reflection on the resurrection of the flesh and the final judgment, drawing from the creed and scriptural references in 2 Corinthians, Romans, John, Matthew, and Ephesians. To close, we read from St. Alphonsus Liguori’s account of St. Gallicanus and the martyrs John and Paul, highlighting their courage, conversion, and witness under persecution. The episode ends by looking ahead to 1 John 5 next week and by encouraging us to remain steadfast in love, faith, and hope as we work out our salvation before God.

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