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A Byzantine Catholic Podcast about Divine Mystery WhatGodIsNotPodcast@gmail.com

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This week Fr. Michael reflects on the Gospel from the feast of the Exaltation of the Cross. He discovered that the root word means both shame and exalt or lift up, and he compares those in relation to how we live out our lives. He talks about bringin... more

This week Mother Natalia talks about our identity and understanding our identity as God sees us. She talks about recognizing our identity in God as opposed to the circumstances of our life like parenting, work, school status, etc.

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This week Fr. Michael reflects on the recent Gospel passage of the unforgiving servant. He talks about how our forgiveness flows from words, to our minds, to our heart and the differences between those areas. He talks about the need to pursue forgive... more

This week Mother Natalia talks about a conviction she had while listening to a homily about having a softness of heart and how that helps us when we're encountering someone we don't like. She talks about realizing that she was being overly critical o... more

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Anthony D'Ambrosio
Director of the movie 'Triumph of the Heart'
Triumph of the Heart
Episode: Triumph of the Heart w/ Anthony D'Ambrosio and Andrew Holzschuh
Andrew Holzschuh
Director of photography of the movie 'Triumph of the Heart'
Triumph of the Heart
Episode: Triumph of the Heart w/ Anthony D'Ambrosio and Andrew Holzschuh
Father Chris Seith
Head of Spiritual Formation at St. John Paul II Seminary
St. John Paul II Seminary
Episode: Spiritual Smorgasbord with Fr. Chris Seith
Father Nathan Symeon
A Byzantine priest and podcaster
Our Lady of Wisdom, Italo Greek Byzantine Church in Las Vegas
Episode: Self Titled with Fr. Nathan Symeon
Bishop Erik Varden
Bishop of Trondheim in Norway and Benedictine Trappist monk
Trondheim Diocese
Episode: Contemplation in the Active Life with Bishop Erik Varden
Jacinta Van Hecke
A friend of Father Michael and a parishioner who is homeless.
Episode: Be Prepared
Joni Seith
Author and speaker; shares her experiences of suffering and how they have shaped her faith.
Author of 'Pain of Grace'
Episode: Praying with Your Body with Joni Seith
Mother Iliana
A sister from Christ the Bridegroom Monastery and past guest on the podcast
Christ the Bridegroom Monastery
Episode: What Mistakes are Not with Mother Iliana
Bree Solstad
Converted to Catholicism and employs her video editing skills for the podcast.
What God is Not
Episode: Why I Love Mother Natalia with Bree Solstad

Hosts

Father Michael O'Loughlin
Co-host of a podcast focusing on Byzantine Catholic spirituality, sharing theological insights and personal anecdotes.
Mother Natalia
Co-host of a podcast dedicated to exploring Byzantine Catholic traditions and spiritual teachings, emphasizing community and personal growth.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 951 ratings
  • Eastern Rite Evangelization!

    A great podcast to learn about the beauty of the eastern rites of the Catholic Church. Mother Natalia and Father Michael have great chemistry and an episode always puts a smile on my face I hope to meet them one day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sneakbox Ken
    United Statesa month ago
  • Wonderful

    Great podcast. I’ve been listening for 3 months and I have gotten so much out of these. There are revelations that Mother Natalia or Father have that I’ve never heard before and really make me stop and think. I do miss when there was goodbyes and love yous after the blessing. It would also be cool to go into the history of some of our favorite phrases and blessings and prayers because lots of us cradle Catholics learn things without learning first the meaning of them. Love listening to all of th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fatfoz@abby
    United States9 months ago
  • A Must-Listen

    I love this podcast. It is my go-to when cooking. It’s interesting and spiritually insightful, and that alone makes it worth listening to. But Fr Michael and Mother Natalia are also just super fun! That’s what makes it a joy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aaron in VA
    United Statesa year ago
  • Spiritual medicine

    This show is such a refreshing antidote to the poison and partisanship of modern secular society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElCid16
    United Statesa year ago
  • So much wisdom!

    You all need to know that God sent me to your show tonight even tho I’ve even heard of this podcast before. At my morning prayers today i was depressed and desolate over having yet again fallen to the sin of pride the day before. With a contrite heart i pleaded that jesus would grant me the graces i need to master my pride but also the grace to forgive myself which is a big struggle for me, hence the depression . I then muddled thru my day and found great relief in my night readings, prayers ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happy in bed
    United Statesa year ago

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The podcast is seen as a supportive space for spiritual growth within the Byzantine context.
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Listeners appreciate the enriching discussions that intertwine spiritual insights and personal stories.
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Triumph of the Heart w/ Anthony D'Ambrosio and Andrew Holzschuh
Q: What was the inspiration behind the confession scene?
The confession scene aimed to explore the dramatic human experience of revealing secrets, showing how death brings people to a willingness to confess.
Shared Beauty is Real Beauty
Q: What practical advice do you have for those trying to maintain a relationship with God amidst constant overstimulation?
Practice times of intentional silence, choose reality over technology, and prioritize your engagement with God even when faced with distractions.
A Young Priest Gets Old
Q: What is a way that you feel like a weakness has been helpful to people in your priesthood?
I live my time as if every moment is for interactions with people, and I want to be available as much as possible to engage in a very fatherly way.
A Young Priest Gets Old
Q: What's one thing that you were super nervous about or that you really disliked from the outset that you've come to love?
I think I was nervous to be wrong about my romanticized views, because I knew they were romanticized.
Praying with Your Body with Joni Seith
Q: How have your loved ones supported you during your suffering?
Their presence and acknowledgment of the struggle are crucial. It’s important for caregivers to give genuine love and support without trying to fix the suffering person.

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7. Joni Seith
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