96 episodes

A podcast exploring the history of the Catholic Church, especially the historical background of contemporary Catholic practices and issues. Hosted by Kevin Schmiesing and Scott Schulze.

Catholic History Trek Scott Schulze & Kevin Schmiesing

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 5.0 • 25 Ratings

A podcast exploring the history of the Catholic Church, especially the historical background of contemporary Catholic practices and issues. Hosted by Kevin Schmiesing and Scott Schulze.

    96. The Church Needs Art

    96. The Church Needs Art

    Join Scott and Kevin on the via pulchritudinis, as they journey across the Church’s history highlighting a few of those Pope Paul VI called the “custodians of beauty” in our world. Learn about Catholic artists Giotto, Fra Angelico, Maria Hummel, John LaFarge, and more.

    • 32 min
    95. Mea Culpa

    95. Mea Culpa

    Through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault. Scott covers the history of the penitential prayer offered at the beginning of the Catholic mass – the Confiteor.

    Episode 9 in Scott’s series on the history of various Catholic prayers

    • 13 min
    94. Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Colorado

    94. Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Colorado

    The American Southwest’s Spanish past is reflected in the history of the oldest Catholic parish in the state of Colorado, Our Lady of Guadalupe  in Conejos.

    (“Cradles of Catholicism” series, no. 11, Colorado)

    • 10 min
    93. The Basilica of St. Peter

    93. The Basilica of St. Peter

    The most famous of Rome’s four major basilicas, St. Peter’s has been the setting for innumerable historic events. Kevin and Scott dive deep into history - and dig deep underground - to unearth some of the stories tied to  this storied church.

    • 18 min
    92. Detroit’s Muskrat Dispensation

    92. Detroit’s Muskrat Dispensation

    During Lent some Catholics skip desert, avoid soda pop, reduce screen time, and take cold showers. But in southeast Michigan one Lenten tradition included eating muskrat.

    • 10 min
    91. A Mainely Catholic Story

    91. A Mainely Catholic Story

    For this episode’s state, Kevin couldn’t decide between two strong claimants for the honor of “cradle of Catholicism,” so he covers both venerable Catholic communities: St. Ann in Old Town (Penobscot Nation), and St. Patrick in Newcastle.

    ("Cradles of Catholicism" series, no. 10, Maine)

    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
25 Ratings

25 Ratings

Jhromy ,

Great podcast on Catholic history

This is a podcast that I have learned so much about the Catholic faith from. Highly recommended

China Guy 123446 ,

Varied Topics And Great Stories

Scott and Kevin dive into the sometimes surprising origins of our devotions and prayers, detail key events in Church (and often world) history, and share stories of both well known and almost forgotten heroes (and villains). Battles, foods, saints, architecture, railroads and more are all to be found in this exciting, funny, and enlightening podcast.

__Matthew_.___ ,

Akin to a Private Study with Excellent Content

I do hope This podcast finds great success as the atmosphere and content are both wonderful. Thank you for the clear audio, historical details, and personalities to put it all together.

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