Way of the Fathers
CatholicCulture.orgA podcast about the Fathers and Doctors of the Church—the foundational figures of Christian history. A production of CatholicCulture.org, hosted by Jim Papandrea (formerly by Mike Aquilina). Currently covering all the Doctors of the Church! Seasons: 1: Church Fathers 2: Early Ecumenical Councils 3: Cities of God 4: Heresies 5: Doctors of the Church
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 167 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryReligion & SpiritualityChristianity | |||
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St. John of the Cross (1542 - 1591)
What St. Thomas Aquinas did for philosophy and systematic theology, St. John of the Cross did for mysticism. He brought mystical theology to a plateau, gleaning from the mystics who came before him, and making it... more
St. John of the Cross (1542 - 1591) Arguably the most famous of the mystics, St. John of the Cross is well known for the concept of the "dark night of the soul." He was the "first friar" of the Discalced Carmelites, co-founder of the reform movement ... more
St. Peter Canisius (1521 - 1597) This restorer of the Catholic faith among the Germans and Swiss was responsible for standardizing the current form of the Hail Mary prayer. A champion of Catholic education, especially seminaries, he is an example for... more
St. Peter Canisius (1521 - 1597) A counter-Reformation apologist and reformer, St. Peter Canisius wrote the first official Catholic Catechisms, and was responsible for major parts of Germany and Switzerland remaining Catholic.
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- Disappointing.
Oversimplifications so extreme that they become wrong, ham-fisted attempts to shoehorn in the host’s ideas of contemporary religious topics, and claims that mystics write on the same level as Scripture. Rather than actually trying to tell the story of the Church, it’s giving a defensive narrative, focused on refuting the host’s ideas of “attacks” on Christianity. Not worth the time after the first season.
Apple Podcasts1Zaspac
United States4 months ago - God bless you 🙏
Thank you for doing what you do.
Apple Podcasts5Nnvcca
Canadaa year ago - Obsessed
I found this podcast while searching for some supplemental information as I read The Fathers Know Best by Jimmy Akin. This podcast is so engaging and thorough. Can’t stop listening!
Apple Podcasts5CradleCatUnited Statesa year ago - Well Researched
A great resource to give background on the early church fathers succinct to the point and very informative. Look forward to these.
Apple Podcasts5cnataliziaUnited Statesa year ago - This gives me hope
Learning more about the early Church and her many great struggles and triumphs especially with heresies is proof positive that the Holy Spirit has safeguarded the deposit of Faith for over 2,000 years. It gives me hope that The Church will once again triumph over the divisions and disputes that she faces today.
This material is so well presented, not dry at all, and entertaining to listen to. It should be required listening for every Catholic. Awesome work, gentlemen!
Apple Podcasts5Happy in bedUnited States2 years ago
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This series explores the lives and contributions of the Fathers and Doctors of the Church, pivotal figures who shaped early Christian history and theology. Each episode typically focuses on individual saints, their spiritual journeys, significant writings, and their lasting impact on the Church. Discussions often intertwine their historical context with theological insights, presenting a rich narrative that appeals to both those familiar with church history and newcomers seeking to understand foundational Christian beliefs. Unique to this series is its dedication to not just celebrate these figures but to analyze their influence on modern Christianity, thereby connecting past teachings to contemporary spiritual discussions.
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