
From 1962 to 1965, the Catholic Church experienced a revolutionary period known as the Second Vatican Council (Vatican II). Pope John XXIII famously sought to “open the windows” of the Church to allow fresh air in. However, in the aftermath of the Council, many Catholics have been left wondering whether the Church and faith have fundamentally changed into something else.
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| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 12 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Esquire is a very good teacher. He makes this history clear and memorable so I now finally understand how we got into this mess. God please return us to tradition 🙏🏼
So, I’ve listened to all your episodes and they are all interesting. I am a Protestant but want to understand the history of the Vatican. You started out amazing. Completely unbiased which I loved but this latest episode was not your best. Completely biased in my opinion and kind of lost the whole point of the series which was to tell information in an unbiased way. Just my two cents. I’ll still listen bc I think there is some good information but just wanted to give you that feedback.
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The content explores the transformative years of the Second Vatican Council, examining historical and ideological shifts within the Catholic Church from 1789 through 1965. Episodes focus on the influence of Gnosticism, the philosophical implications of the Council, and the changing nature of faith and practice among Catholics. Notably, the discussions are framed to address misconceptions about Vatican II by providing a thorough and critical analysis of historical events and theological debates without bias, aiming to provoke thought among listeners, whether devout Catholics or those simply interested in religious history. The unique approach encourages an in-depth understanding of how the Council's decisions impact modern beliefs and practi... more
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