162 episodes

Each week, Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC, director of the Association of Marian Helpers, examines in-depth an essential element of faith and morals that Catholics are called to proclaim, live, and celebrate. With wisdom, wit, and infectious enthusiasm, Fr. Chris digs deep into the richness, beauty, and truth of the faith that continues to transform hearts and lead people to God. May this podcast encourage your love of our Lord and love of your neighbor, especially of your brethren in the Church.

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar The Marian Fathers

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 363 Ratings

Each week, Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC, director of the Association of Marian Helpers, examines in-depth an essential element of faith and morals that Catholics are called to proclaim, live, and celebrate. With wisdom, wit, and infectious enthusiasm, Fr. Chris digs deep into the richness, beauty, and truth of the faith that continues to transform hearts and lead people to God. May this podcast encourage your love of our Lord and love of your neighbor, especially of your brethren in the Church.

    San Nicolas: A Message from Heaven for the Youth!

    San Nicolas: A Message from Heaven for the Youth!

    One of the more recent approved apparitions (approved in 2016) details Heaven's message about the Rosary and most importantly what the youth need to know. Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain what this message given in Argentina means to us today.

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    • 57 min
    Proof that God Exists: Back to Seminary

    Proof that God Exists: Back to Seminary

    Is there either scientific proof or philosophical proof that God exists? Hear Fr. Chris Alar teach what he learned in seminary from St. Thomas Aquinas and others and how to explain how God must exist.

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    • 1 hr 31 min
    What Did Jesus Do in the Tomb and What "hell" Did he Descend to?

    What Did Jesus Do in the Tomb and What "hell" Did he Descend to?

    The Apostles Creed states that Jesus "Descended into hell." What does that mean? Was it the hell of the damned or some other place? And what did he do when he came? What was the purpose of his visit and whom did he encounter? Fr. Chris Alar shows you what the Church has taught on this matter for centuries.

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    • 1 hr 29 min
    Scientific Proof of Christ's Crucifixion and How He Suffered

    Scientific Proof of Christ's Crucifixion and How He Suffered

    Surprisingly, many people still believe that Jesus was not actually crucified on a cross or suffered as much as we are told. What does the actual scientific proof say about it? What really happened to Jesus on the way to Calvary? Fr. Chris Alar explains.

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    • 1 hr 28 min
    Human Trafficking: The Awful Truth

    Human Trafficking: The Awful Truth

    Human Trafficking comes in many forms, not just what you think. Learn the shocking truth and what you can do about it from Fr. Chris Alar.
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    Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey with Jesus Christ. Simply visit DivineMercyPlus.org for a complete list of our shows. That's DivineMercyPlus.org. 
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    • 1 hr 9 min
    The 12 Apostles: What Happened to Them & How Each Died

    The 12 Apostles: What Happened to Them & How Each Died

    We know Jesus appointed 12 Apostles to carry out the work of heaven. What was that work? And after Jesus died, what happened to each of them? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain what happened next and how each of the Apostles died for their faith. 
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    Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey with Jesus Christ. Simply visit DivineMercyPlus.org for a complete list of our shows. That's DivineMercyPlus.org. 
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    • 1 hr 26 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
363 Ratings

363 Ratings

Kilnbilly ,

Thank you

Fr. Chris, thank you for bring our faith and the Church to us! I have learned so much through your series “Explaining the Faith”. God bless you!!

rungirl_262 ,

I learned so much

Thank you Fr Alar. I’m a returning Catholic, I was confirmed 2 years ago. I love going through Seminarian with you. I learned so much and now I can defend my Catholic Faith because I am around non-believers.

Retired to the desert ,

Thank you

Thank you x10 Father Chris! Your talks have been enlightening and are exactly the type of religious lessons I have been looking for for so many years. You have helped to bring me back into the Catholic Church after being away since middle school. It’s easy to follow your talks because of your humor, vast subject knowledge, and obvious time and effort spent preparing each talk. You’re a wonderful teacher. Your love of the Catholic faith is evident and has been contagious. May God bless you always.

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