Why I Call Myself a “Traditional Catholic”
There are a lot of negative stereotypes associated with being a traditional Catholic, but I embrace the label nonetheless.
75: Do Catholics Have to Vote for Republicans?
Started October 29, 2018
With the 2018 midterm elections approaching, I wanted to address the issue of voting. Specifically, what priorities should Catholics consider when voting? My answers might not be what you expect.
Catholics and Cryptocurrencies: When Opposites Attract
Many think Catholicism and cryptocurrency are polar opposites, but they have an underlying principle in common.
My First Conversion
My conversion to Catholicism was the most important moment of my life, leading me into the Church Christ founded. But this conversion when I was 21 years old was actually my second religious conversion. The first happened five years previously...
20: The USCCB and Economics Don’t Mix
Started July 24, 2017
Recently, the USCCB released a statement regarding the possible repeal and replacement of Obamacare. It reminded me, once again, that most Catholic bishops don’t understand economics and should refrain from speaking about topic. Resources...
18: Is the Catholic Church “On the Verge of Capsizing?”
Started July 17, 2017
Last week Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI made some controversial remarks, noting that the “Lord does not abandon His Church, even if the boat has taken on so much water as to be on the verge of capsizing.” Is the Church about to capsize?...
14: Catholic Patriotism
Started July 3, 2017
What does it mean to be a Catholic patriot? What are the obligations of a Catholic towards his or her country? Are there limitations to our patriotism? If so, what are they? In honor of the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, I’ll be...
Jim Gaffigan and Catholic Celebrity Canonizations
We all remember high school and its cliques: the jocks, the nerds, the stoners, etc…and of course the mass of kids who just hope to survive without any embarrassing moments on their permanent record. One thing was certain: you were either a cool...
12: Where We Got the New Testament
Started June 26, 2017
How was the New Testament formed? Who decided which books were inspired, and which books were not? What criteria did they use? I’ll be discussing these questions in today’s podcast. Resources: The Formation of the New Testament Canon...
11: Catholicism and Islam, Part 2
Started June 22, 2017
In Part 2 of this two-part series, I look at the similarities and differences between Catholicism and Islam. I also discuss the question: “What should be the Catholic response to Islam?” (Hint: see Matthew 28:19-20.) Resources...
10: Catholicism and Islam, Part 1
Started June 19, 2017
With the rise of radical Islamic terrorism, everyone’s talking about Islam. Among Catholics exists a wide variety of opinion regarding Islam: from complete acceptance and tolerance to declaring it diabolical. How should a Catholic view...
