In response to a reader question, we take a look at the difference between Catholic and Lutheran beliefs about the Eucharist and whether Lutherans can receive Communion in Catholic Churches. I also talk about a possible Italian meet and greet and issue a prayer challenge! Remember, be kind to your priest! Links: Lutheran/Catholic Statement on [...]
A return to the history of the Popes with a look at the papacy of Saint Victor I and a look at what happens when two saints don’t get along. We will also get some insight into the development of the role of the papacy in the Church today, the importance of unity and diversity [...]
This is the second of the two part presentation of a Solemn Profession for my Third Order Community at which two of our friars make their permanent commitment to our Order. Subscribe to the special videocast feed via Feedburner!
This is the first of a two part presentation of a Solemn Profession for my Third Order Community at which two of our friars make their permanent commitment to our Order. Look for part two on Thursday or Friday! Subscribe to the special videocast feed via Feedburner!
In this episode we take a closer look at the Franciscans, how there got to be so many and some of the differences between them. I also tell more Austrian adventure stories. Links: My Austrian photos This page has links to many of the different Franciscan communities [including my own, the Third Order Regular] Send [...]
One of the most popular stories from the life of Saint Francis is that of his meeting with the Sultan. In this week’s episode, we look at Saint Francis’ encounter with Islam and what light it can cast on the problems of today. Links: iPadre Send e-mail questions and comments to catholicunderthehood@gmail.com or leave voicemail [...]
Join me in a visit to the St. Peter’s Cemetery and Catacombs in Salzburg, Austria. We’ll see a chapel built almost one thousand years ago and the possible burial site of holy martyrs. Subscribe to the special videocast feed via Feedburner!
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