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A Podcast for Busy Catholics. A mix of short, informative sound bytes, long-form interviews, and narratives from Church history. Wherever you are in your faith, we have episodes for you!

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    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.8 • 216 Ratings

A Podcast for Busy Catholics. A mix of short, informative sound bytes, long-form interviews, and narratives from Church history. Wherever you are in your faith, we have episodes for you!

    Francis: Habemus Papam– Episode 264

    Francis: Habemus Papam– Episode 264

    Francis: Our current successor of St. Peter, the first Pope from the New World, with a heart for the poor and the marginalized.



    In this episode of Habemus Papam, Fr. Conrad discusses Pope Francis, who succeeded Pope Benedict XVI: One of the great Theologians of the 20th Century, a mover in the Second Vatican Council, and a Papal Resignation. You can listen to the podcast about him here.



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    This is the current Pope, as of this recording. As such, this episode is not so much an analysis of his papacy. Rather, it looks at Pope Francis' background before the Papacy.



    Born Jorge Mario Bergolio on December 17, 1936 as the eldest of five children to Mario Jose Bergoglio and Regina Maria Sivori. Jorge recieved a chemical technician's diploma from Escuela Tecnica Industrial Number 27 Hipolito Yrigoren. At 21 years old, part of Jorge's lung removed due to life-threatening pneumonia and three cysts.



    Jorge discerned his Vocation to the priesthood after an encounter in confession. He entered the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) on March 11, 1958.



    Bergoglio became a Cardinal on February 21, 2001 and elected Pope on March 13, 2013.

    Stations of the Cross with Fr. Rob

    Stations of the Cross with Fr. Rob

    In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast, Fr. Rob and Fr. George Elliot discuss the Lenten devotion Stations of the Cross and how it can augment Lenten prayer. During this Holy Week, take the time to pray the Stations of the Cross and meditate on the final moments of Christ's life.



    Listen to the previous episode where Fr. Rob and Fr. George Elliot discussed veiling sacred images. Beginning with the 5th Sunday of Lent until Good Friday. also known as Passiontide. This is a means of preparing the faithful for the most sacred time of year. It reminds the faithful that we may not understand (see) the cross until it is revealed to us by the Church. And is presented to us in light of the Gospel. Fr. Rob and Fr. George discuss how Paul referred to the cross as a stumbling block to the Greeks and scandal to the Jews. In some ways, we can fall into either of these categories. Where are you in your faith journey? Do you have a hard time understanding the death of Jesus on the cross?



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    The University of Dallas dedicated to the pursuit of wisdom, of truth, and of virtue as the proper and primary ends of education. The University seeks to educate its students so they may develop the intellectual and moral virtues, prepare themselves for life and work in a problematic and changing world, and become leaders able to act responsibly for their own good and for the good of their family, community, country, and church.

    Benedict XVI: Habemus Papam– Episode 263

    Benedict XVI: Habemus Papam– Episode 263

    Benedict XVI: One of the great Theologians of the 20th Century, a mover in the Second Vatican Council, and a Papal Resignation.



    In this episode of Habemus Papam, Fr. Conrad discusses Benedict XVI, who succeeded Pope John Paul II: One of the great papacies in history, a sainted theologian who stood up to communism, envigorated the youth, and brought the Church into the Third Millenium. You can listen to the podcast about him here.



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    Born Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger on April 16, 1927, Holy Saturday in his parents home in Marktl, Bavaria. The third and youngest child of Joseph Ratzinger Sr., a police officer, and Maria Ratzinger (Peintner). Baptized the same day.



    Joseph Jr. and his younger brother Georg entered Saint Michael Seminary in Traunstein in November 1945. They received the sacrament of Holy Orders in Freising on June 29, 1951.



    Joseph Ratzinger taught at the University of Bonn, 1959 in 1959 and participated in the Second Vatican Council and served as theological consultant to Cardinal Frings of Cologne.



    John Paul II died April 2, 2005 and the Conclave elected him on April 19, 2005 and he chose the name Benedict XVI.



    He wrote three encyclicals and many books which aid people come to know Christ more personally.



    As his health declined, he discerned resignation. On February 11, 2013 he resigned on Pope Francis succeeded him. Benedict died on December 28, 2022.

    Veiling Images During Lent with Fr. Rob

    Veiling Images During Lent with Fr. Rob

    In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast, Fr. Rob and Fr. George Elliot discuss veiling sacred images. Beginning with the 5th Sunday of Lent until Good Friday. also known as Passiontide. This is a means of preparing the faithful for the most sacred time of year. It reminds the faithful that we may not understand (see) the cross until it is revealed to us by the Church. And is presented to us in light of the Gospel. Fr. Rob and Fr. George discuss how Paul referred to the cross as a stumbling block to the Greeks and scandal to the Jews. In some ways, we can fall into either of these categories. Where are you in your faith journey? Do you have a hard time understanding the death of Jesus on the cross?



    Listen to the previous episode where Fr. Rob and Fr. George Elliot discussed the Rites of Scrutinies. Celebrate on the third, fourth, and fifth Sundays of Lent for those who prepare to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil. The history of these rites originates in the Early Church and the Gospel readings for these Sundays. The man born blind, the woman at the well, and Lazarus from the dead, read for at least 1500 years on these Sundays.



    Links



    To learn more about penance and listen to more Catholic Link podcasts, click here.



    View the Catholic Link YouTube page here.



    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catholiclink…
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/catholiclink_en​​​
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catholiclin…



    Learn more about the University of Dallas: https://udallas.edu/



    The University of Dallas dedicated to the pursuit of wisdom, of truth, and of virtue as the proper and primary ends of education. The University seeks to educate its students so they may develop the intellectual and moral virtues, prepare themselves for life and work in a problematic and changing world, and become leaders able to act responsibly for their own good and for the good of their family, community, country, and church.

    John Paul II: Habemus Papam– Episode 262

    John Paul II: Habemus Papam– Episode 262

    John Paul II: One of the great papacies in history, a sainted theologian who stood up to communism, envigorated the youth, and brought the Church into the Third Millenium.



    In this episode of Habemus Papam, Fr. Conrad discusses Saint John Paul II, who succeeded Pope John Paul I: The Smiling Pope with a brief papacy.  You can listen to the podcast about him here.



    To listen to more Catholic Link podcasts, click here.



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    Born Karol Jozef Wojtyla on May 18, 1920 in Wadowice as the youngest of three children born to Karol Wojtyla and Emilia Kaczorowska.



    Karol received seminary formation at the clandestine underground seminary run by Archbishop of Krokow in October 1942. He received the sacrament of Holy Orders on November 1, 1946 and studied in Rome's Pontifical International Athenaeum Angelicum.



    Pope John Paul I died a month after his election. and a conclave ensued. John Paul II became pope on October 16, 1978.



    John Paul II instituted World Youth Days in 1985 and are now periodic events. He is also most famous for his Theology of the Body work on human sexuality and dignity. So much happened in JPII's lifetime. One should take the time to read some biographies!



    He died on April 2, 2005 with the words: "Allow me to depart to the house of the Father." Pope Benedict XVI succeeded him.

    Scrutinies with Fr. Rob

    Scrutinies with Fr. Rob

    In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast, Fr. Rob and Fr. George Elliot discuss the Rites of Scrutinies, which are celebrated on the third, fourth, and fifth Sundays of Lent for those who are preparing to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil. The history of these rites originates in the Early Church and the Gospel readings for these Sundays: the healing of the man born blind, the woman at the well, and the rising of Lazarus from the dead, have been read for at least 1500 years on these Sundays.



    Listen to the previous episode where Fr. Rob and Fr. George Elliot discussed the temptations of Jesus in the Desert. The temptations of Jesus give us an understanding of how Christ experienced every facet of the human life, except sin. These temptations are also an example of how we handle our own temptations. We must remember that we are not alone in our temptations and that we are to unite them with Jesus. When we do so, he will help us conquer our temptations and lead us into a deeper relationship with him. Fr. Rob and Fr. George also explain how Christ’s divine life lives within us since the moment of baptism. So, therefore, in each of our temptations, Christ experiences the very same we do.



    Links



    To learn more about penance and listen to more Catholic Link podcasts, click here.



    View the Catholic Link YouTube page here.



    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catholiclink…
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/catholiclink_en​​​
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catholiclin…



    Learn more about the University of Dallas: https://udallas.edu/



    The University of Dallas dedicated to the pursuit of wisdom, of truth, and of virtue as the proper and primary ends of education. The University seeks to educate its students so they may develop the intellectual and moral virtues, prepare themselves for life and work in a problematic and changing world, and become leaders able to act responsibly for their own good and for the good of their family, community, country, and church.

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
216 Ratings

216 Ratings

TomcruiserMO ,

Good, short and succinct

Updated: I appreciate the weekly history of the popes (Habemus Papam) that has been happening now for likely at least 2 years. This has really expanded my knowledge about the Church’s history and how that history intersected with the history of the political world (mostly European so far). I always look forward to those episodes as they are well researched.

Original Review: Like others, I definitely enjoy each episode as it is covers a lot of ground in under 10 minutes. I can see that the seminarians and priests who produce these episodes show a lot of love in making sure they cover the essentials of each topic.

vallen529 ,

Daily pick me up ♥️

Thank you, Father Conrad, for picking the perfect topic to bring me joy and continue to strengthen my faith.

Thayne Zeimet ,

Amazing!

Such a good podcast for learning more about our Catholic faith, like I am. So thankful for this podcast!

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