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Back to SearchUnderstanding 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 ea…
4 months, 3 weeks 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 …
5 months 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,…
5 months, 1 week 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 wor…
5 months, 2 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 Secreta…
6 months 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 …
7 months ago
St. Louis? Fr. Chris Alar's Top 5!
Episode 199
Do you know the story of St. Louis? Fr. Chris explains one of the most incredible saints in the history of the Church and explains the tie to the cit…
7 months, 1 week ago
Understanding the Sacraments: A New Summary! (Part 2 of 2)
Episode 198
In part 1, Fr. Chris Alar gave amazing facts you didn't know about Baptism, Confession, and the Eucharist. Here in Part 2, he continues with what we …
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Understanding the Sacraments: A New Summary! (Part 1 of 2)
Episode 197
Fr. Chris Alar has spoken on the different sacraments many times on Saturday talks, homilies, missions, etc. He has explained why the Sacraments are …
8 months, 3 weeks ago
The Amazing Story of Our Lady of Good Counsel
Episode 196
With all the Marian devotions in the Church, what makes OLGC so important? What is the incredible story behind it and what are the incredible graces …
9 months ago