St. Philip Institute Podcast

Parents as Catechists | Episode 38

Join Fr. Braun and Deanna Johnston as they discuss how parents can pass on the Faith to their families! They also discuss the brand new Faith Formation Online Program being launched by the St. Philip Institute and how it can help parents in this mission as the first and primary teachers of their children. 

 

You can enroll for the Online Faith Formation Program discussed in this episode by visiting stphilipinstitute.org.

 

Catechesis in 2020 | Dr. Petroc Willey | Episode 37

In the wake of the release of the new General Directory for Catechesis, Dr. Petroc Willey joins Bishop Strickland and Dr. Trasancos to discuss how the Church wants us to hand on the Faith. Dr. Willey is a world renowned expert on the subject of catechesis; in 2012 he was appointed as a consultor for the Pontifical Council for the Promotion of the New Evangelization by Pope Benedict XVI. He is currently the Director of the Catechetical Institute based out of Steubenville, Ohio and a Professor of Catechetics at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. 

Cultural Iconoclasm | Episode 36

Bishop Strickland recently coined the term, "cultural iconoclasm" to describe the phenomenon of tearing down statues that is taking place across the United States. In this fascinating discussion, Bishop Strickland and artist-in-residence Robert Puschautz are joined by sculptor Anthony Visco to discuss this subject in detail and what it reveals about us as a culture.

• You can find Sacred Art prints by Robert Puschautz and other Catholic resources at: stphilipinstitute.org
• You can find out more about Anthony Visco and his work at: anthonyvisco.org

The Secret of Fatima & the 'O my Jesus' Prayer | Episode 35

July 13th is the day Our Lady of Fatima revealed the 'O My Jesus' prayer. As we approach this anniversary, Dr. Luke Arredondo delves into the meaning and significance of this prayer as well as the much discussed Secret of Fatima. This is one of Dr. Arredondo's favorite topics; he co-authored a book on the 'O My Jesus' prayer which is available for purchase on the St. Philip Institute website! 

Your Blue Flame | Jennifer Fulwiler | Episode 34

Jennifer Fulwiler is a mom of 6 as well as an author, podcaster, and stand-up comedian. She is also a convert to the Catholic Faith, a journey she chronicles in her award winning book, Something Other Than God. This week she joins Bishop Strickland and Institute staff members to discuss her latest book, Your Blue Flame, and the importance of pursuing the things that make you joyful. 

Teen Girls and Anxiety | Episode 33

For teenage girls, peer pressure has gone from local to global. Bishop Strickland and Dr. Stacy sit down to talk with Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor, Simone Key, from Stella Maris Christian counseling about how to begin to deal with overwhelming anxiety in our teen girls. This is a much needed conversation we plan to continue.

Hope to Die | Dr. Scott Hahn | Episode 32

Dr. Scott Hahn is a Professor of Biblical Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville, Ohio and a convert to the Catholic Faith who is widely known for his great love for the Sacred Scriptures. This week he joins Bishop Strickland and Dr. Trasancos on the St. Philip Institute Podcast to discuss his latest book - Hope to Die - an analysis of the uniquely Christian belief in the Resurrection of the Body.

 

One Wrong Righted | Episode 31

Ms. Debi Vinnedge returns to the St. Philip Institute Podcast to discuss some good news for the pro-life cause! Join Debi, Bishop Strickland, and Stacy as they discuss the significance of the latest news from Sanofi Pasteur - a pharmaceutical giant which has just discontinued the development of a vaccine made from aborted fetal tissue.

Catholicism, Racism, #ICantBreathe | Episode 30

Deacon Chip Jones comes onto the St. Philip Institute Podcast to discuss the events of the past week in Minneapolis & throughout the country, and how we should view these events in the light of our Faith.

The Constitution on Teaching | Episode 29

Bishop Strickland promulgated the Constitution on Teaching 3 years ago in May of 2017. Dr Stacy Trasancos, Executive Director of the St. Philip Institute, sits down with two other Institute staff members to discuss what makes this such a visionary teaching document for the New Evangelization.