Podcast Episodes

Incredible Story of St. Lucy: Patron of Eyes & How She Can Help

Episode 209

We have many Saints in the Church, so why is St. Lucy so special and how do we benefit from her intercession? Why do we need saints? And what was it that she did to help us today? Hear Fr. Chris Alar…

Published on 1 day, 2 hours ago

Body & Organ Donation: What is Allowed & What is Not?

Episode 208

We have all heard about donating our organs or body to science, but what does the Church say about it? Is it allowed? If so, under what circumstances? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he shows you everything y…

Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago

Music's Incredible Control Over Us: How can St. Cecilia Help?

Episode 207

Few things can control our emotions and feelings like music. There is scientific proof of this. So how do we know these limits and boundaries? Hear Fr. Chris explain the power of music for the good o…

Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago

The Presentation of Jesus or Mary? A Simple Summary

Episode 206

We all know about the Presentation of Jesus, but what about the Presentation of Mary? Is this in the Bible? What is the Protoevangelium of James and is it inspired by the Holy Spirit? Fr. Chris Alar …

Published on 4 weeks, 1 day ago

Understanding Purgatory and Proof It Exists

Episode 205

Non-Catholics often reject the doctrine of Purgatory, claiming it is not Biblical. Join Fr. Chris Alar as he explains where it is in the Bible and easy steps to do now to avoid the most extreme punis…

Published on 4 weeks, 1 day ago

Praying to Dead People? All Saints' Day

Episode 204

The practice of praying to the saints for intercession is as old as Christianity. So why is it so misunderstood? Can the saints hear us? Aren't they dead? Doesn't this take away honor from God? Do we…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Cremation: Is It Allowed?

Episode 203

Many people today are turning to cremation as an easy, low-cost alternative to Christian burial. But is this really allowed by the Church? And if so, what do you need to know before you do this? Join…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

What Does the Church Say About Israel & Gaza?

Episode 202

The terror and violence in the Israeli / Palestinian conflict is reaching a fever pitch with Hamas and the fear of World War III looming over the world. But who is right? What is happening and why? A…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why Did Jesus Choose St. Faustina Kowalska?

Episode 201

Join us at the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy for a special talk with Fr. Chris Alar in honor of the Feast of St. Faustina Kowalska, the Secretary and Apostle of Divine Mercy.

St. Faustina was en…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Can We Attend Weddings Outside of the Catholic Church?

Episode 200

With so many Catholics marrying non-Catholics today, and even Catholics marrying Catholics but outside of the Church, how are we to approach it? Can we attend? If not, what do we do to save the relat…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago