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Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsThe Story of St. Perpetua – In Conversation with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast The Story of St. Perpetua – In Conversation with Mike Aquilina Mike Aquilina joins Kris and Bruce McGregor to discuss St. Perpetua, an early Christian martyr whose story has been powerfully preserved through her own writings. St. Perpetua’s remarkable courage, faith, and rebellious spirit against the evils of the world, as well as her deep trust in Christ, enabled her to embrace martyrdom despite the many comforts of her noble status, young motherhood, and privileged upbringing. Her account is one of the few firsthand writings from an early Christian woman, making her an extr...2025-03-0729 min

Sequel RightsEp 253 - Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (GUEST: Tyler Aquilina)Ape-ril is OVER!!! May has begun and we are one step closer to the premiere of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. This week we discuss what may consider a tremendous sequel, but does it pass the Sequel Rights crew's discerning taste?! Special guest Tyler Aquilina joins us to talk the Matt Reeves helmed film Dawn of the Planet of the Apes. Star ratings help us build our audience! Please rate/review/subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, and share us with your bus bound ape fellowsl! Email us...2024-05-011h 18

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWRelationships and Dating ViolenceA List of Resources for You Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com Find a Lawyer: www.americanbar.org or contact the State Bar Pro Bono Section of your state Eating Disorders Support: www.nationaleatingdisorders.org Online Alcohol and Drug Addiction Support: www.recovertogether.w...2023-02-2747 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWDestigmatizing Asking For HelpEveryone needs help sometimes. Join Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW as they discuss the importance of reaching out and how that translates into living better, happier lives. A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com Find a Lawyer: www.americanbar.org or contact the State Bar Pro Bono Section of your state Ea...2023-02-1339 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWNichols, Floyd and Linked FateAnother senseless death captured the world's attention as the video of Tyre Nichols final moments of life were released. Elected officials and community members expressed shock and sadness after seeing the police body camera and neighborhood security camera footage, which showed multiple Memphis Police Department (MPD) officers kicking, punching and striking Nichols with a baton as he screamed for help. Join Judge Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW in an emotional conversation about Nichol's death, and how we can take action and demand change. Linked fate is when others can imagine that Floyd, Nichols and others could have been their son...2023-02-0638 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWOur Bodies Store TraumaA List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com Find a Lawyer: www.americanbar.org or contact the State Bar Pro Bono Section of your state Eating Disorders Support: www.nationaleatingdisorders.org Online Alcohol and Drug Addiction Support: www.recovertogether.withgoogle.com For more on Judge Aquilina's book, Just Watch Me go to Just Watch Me: Aquilina, Rosemarie: 9798985513417: Amazon.c...2023-01-3044 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWEmotional EatingTrauma not only lives deep inside us, but without realizing it we often eat in response to emotions, it’s called emotional eating. Everyone does it because our bodies need food to survive. However food is a temporary emotional reward system in the brain that for a short time makes you feel better. Please join us! Eating Disorders Helpline | Chat, Call, or Text | NEDA (nationaleatingdisorders.org) Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA) | Facebook Nourish | Make Nutrition Changes that Last (usenourish.com) A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: ww...2023-01-0945 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWThe Impact of RK Kelly, Cosby and MaxwellJury finds Bill Cosby sexually abused Judy Huth in the 1970's and is ordered to pay Ms. Huth $500,000 in civil suit. Ghislaine Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison for conspiring with Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse minors. Join Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW as they discuss the latest cases against high profile men and women who have allegedly committed sexually violent crimes against innocent children. The system is broken, but there are cases where survivors are getting justice, even decades after the abuse occurred! A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors...2022-11-2845 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWTransforming Loss into LifeJoin Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW as they continue their conversation about coping with unimaginable loss as we head into the holidays. How can you take your grief and transform those feelings into action and change? Traumatic loss leaves many people paralyzed with pain and anguish. Listen to Judge Aquilina and Botwin as they share examples about people who have suffered devastating losses and have found ways to use their experiences to heal themselves while helping others. www.ivaccinate.org Home - I Vaccinate: Franny Strong Foundation Mikey23 Foundation | Facebook: The M...2022-11-2135 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWTraumatic Loss"A death is considered traumatic if it occurs without warning; if it is untimely; if it involves violence; if there is damage to the loved one’s body; if it was caused by a perpetrator with the intent to harm; if the survivor regards the death as preventable; if the survivor believes that the loved one suffered; or if the survivor regards the death, or manner of death, as unfair and unjust." (Grief After Traumatic Loss - Whats your Grief) Join Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW in a powerful conversation about the impact of traumatic loss. w...2022-11-1429 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWHate Speech is Trauma: Kanye West's Offensive Statements Trigger HateJoin Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, for the Season 3 opener of Warrior Women Speak. Join them for an honest, lively conversation on the impact of hate speech and how statements made by Kanye West affected so many. How can members of society take statements of hate and transform them into statements of love and unity? You won't want to miss this episode! A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National...2022-10-3138 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWManaging TriggersJoin Judge Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW, in this important conversation about managing triggers resulting from trauma. Being able to identify thoughts and feelings associated with difficult life events leads to a fuller, happier, more peaceful life. The journey is different for everyone. Judge Aquilina and Botwin, LCSW share stories about people they have met in their careers to help listeners gain insight and avoid staying stuck in the pain of their trauma. This meaningful conversation will help you be the hero in your own story! A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of chil...2022-07-1127 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWHow The Body Holds Onto Trauma: Finding Ways to Integrate Our Memories and FeelingsREPOST from Season One: Everyone has memories that are activated by our five senses. Join Judge Aquilina and Botwin, LCSW in this moving conversation about triggers and how to understand and work through those that are daunting and how to enjoy those that are pleasurable. A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com Find...2022-07-0444 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWGuilt, Grief and Regret: Managing these Emotions During Such Difficult Times“Guilt, Grief & Regret." Covid, school shootings, other crimes, wars, natural causes… Whatever the reason when someone we love passes away, grief, guilt and regret have a cyclical relationship that heightens at various times and although painful, these feelings are part of the normal healing process. Please join “Warrior Women Speak” in this lively and meaningful discussion. A List of Resources for You Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Ab...2022-05-3039 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWMental Health MattersRecognizing the signs of troubling mental health issues that often begin with depression can save a life—your own or someone you love. Please join Warrior Women Speak with myself & Shari Botwin, LCSW, in this important discussion A List of Resources for You Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.ps...2022-05-0247 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWCombating Rape CultureA woman is raped every 68 seconds. We live in a society that often shames or blames the victim. What can we do to combat rape culture? Join Judge Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW in an honest discussion about progress we have made and what still needs attention. National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: 1-866-331-9474 or 1-866-331-8453 (TTY) Prefer to Text? Text "loveis" to 22522. Peer advocates are available to talk, text, or chat online 24/7 Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN...2022-04-2547 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWBurnout is a Real Mental Health Issue: Recognizing Signs and Treating the ConditionBurnout is now classified as a mental health condition caused by unmanaged stress at home and at work. Left untreated, it can lead to chronic illness, depression and anxiety. Join Judge Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW in an energetic conversation about how to recognize the signs of burnout and what to do if you have it! A List of Resources for You: Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com Find a Lawyer: www.americanbar.org or contact the State Bar Pro Bono Section of your state Eating Disorders Support: www.nationaleatingdisorders.org Online Alcohol and Drug A...2022-04-1837 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWToxic Friendships: How to Know When You Are In OneHow do you know when you are in a relationship that is toxic? What are some of the red flags? In the episode Judge Aquilina and Botwin, LCSW had an unfiltered conversation about relationships and how to know when they are causing pain versus support and comfort. A List of Resources for You! Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org...2022-04-1152 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWDivorce: Love Your Kids More Than You Hate Your PartnerDivorce is the death of a marriage and everyone needs time to heal. Working together toward an amicable divorce couples can heal faster and protect their children from the trauma instead teaching them that despite living in two homes they are still one family and are loved. Please join us is in this candid and heartfelt discussion. A List of Resources for You! Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: w...2022-04-0449 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWProtection from Self and OthersWe all have a right to feel safe, especially in our homes. Life brings with it many stressors and it is important to be aware of your surroundings, analyze your safety, and prepare an escape plan if you are living in a dangerous situation. In times of war, fallout from Covid, and unsafe situations at home, we need to protect ourselves and loved ones. What are some steps you can take when you feel like your emotional or physical safety are at risk? Join us for some tips and resources. A List of Resources for You Re...2022-03-3048 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWBuilding ResilenceBuilding Resilience…We are born with it—You have what it takes to keep hope & overcome any obstacle with your resilience A List of Resources for You! Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com Find a Lawyer: www.americanbar.org or contact the State Bar Pro Bono Section of your state 2022-03-2150 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWSetting Boundaries and Shedding NarcissistsBeing your unique self means that it is important to be your own cheerleader and not letting any narcissist keep you from being you! No one has the right to steal your joy or make you feel like your needs and wants are not important. Set boundaries, even if it means walking away. Keep your power and enjoy your life! A List of Resources for You! Resources for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Chil...2022-03-1444 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWUkraine: Hope Amid Hatred Helps HealingWatching the war against Ukraine triggers many into recalling the past and worrying about the future. We must remain hopeful, practice self-care, talk with children, and do small things for others as this war unfolds. Partnering together we can stand with Ukraine to give them hope and healing and let them know we stand with them. To read Botwin's latest feature in Psychology Today Magazine on managing emotions as war breaks out in Ukraine go to How Images of War in Ukraine Can Trigger PTSD | Psychology Today A List of Resources for Y...2022-03-0749 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWManaging Our Emotions as War Breaks Out in the UkraineJoin Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW in a powerful discussion about the latest outbreak of violence in the Ukraine. Topics included how to talk to our children about the war, how to manage PTSD for those that have served and how to support people abroad. A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.co...2022-02-2841 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWOur Thoughts About Kamau Bell’s Documentary on, “We Need to Talk Cosby”When guilty verdicts are overturned like in the Cosby case, what are the effects on the victims? Join this lively discussion about trauma, revictimization, healing and change. Let us know what you think. Your voice matters! You matter! We hear you! A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com Find a Lawyer: www.americanbar.o...2022-02-2142 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWHow to Understand Memories and Feelings Stored in Our Bodies After TraumaJoin Judge Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW for a powerful conversation about how to manage feelings that linger and surface after surviving traumatic events. The defendants and patients they discuss demonstrate how we can move out of the pain and despair and move into a life worth owning and living with joy. A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: w...2021-05-0349 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWHow the Body Holds onto Trauma: Finding Ways to Integrate our Feelings into our Minds, Bodies and HeartsEveryone has memories that are activated by our five senses. Join Judge Aquilina and Botwin, LCSW in this moving conversation about triggers and how to understand and work through those that are daunting and how to enjoy those that are pleasurable. A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: RAINN: www.rainn.org The National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: www.childhelp.org Suicide Prevention: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com F...2021-04-2644 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWHow Judge Aquilina Found Her VoiceJoin Judge Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSW to hear how Judge Aquilina found her voice at a very young age! Sentencing former Olympic Doctor, Larry Nassar, to life in prison is just one tiny piece of her backstory. This conversation pairs nicely with her memoir "Just Watch Me," available on Audible, and is filled with stories that will leave you feeling empowered and determined to go after your dreams and goals. A List of Resources for You! Resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape and intimate partner sexual assault: R...2021-04-1944 min

Warrior Women Speak: With Judge Rosemarie Aquilina and Shari Botwin, LCSWBreaking the Silence After Surviving Abuse: Judge Aquilina Talks with Shari Botwin, LCSWJudge Aquilina sits down with co-host Shari Botwin, LCSW to discuss the pain she experienced after surviving incest. The journey of her own self-discovery led Botwin, LCSW to a lifetime commitment of empowerment not only for herself but for everyone she meets. From childhood trauma to adult triggers and healing Botwin, LCSW, serves as an example that after enduring years of silence, speaking out and using her voice not only gave her the strength to live a bountiful life, but now includes special people she chooses to claim as her family. Don't miss this important discussion about finding ways...2021-04-1238 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ9 – A Brief Reflection on Prudence – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 9 – A Brief Reflection on Prudence In this final episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss St. Joseph and the virtue of prudence An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: The prudent way—the way of St. Joseph—begins with self-knowledge. People cannot see reality clearly as long as they have those planks in their eyes. They cannot have radical openness to reality if they harbor fears of the truth. In his discussion of prudence, Pieper warns of something called falsification of memory. He sees this as the great destroyer of the...2021-03-2230 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ8 – Handing on the Passover – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 8 – Handing on the Passover In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss St. Joseph and the role he had in Jesus’ religious formation. Also, Mike offers a deeper insight on the scene popularly known as “the finding in the Temple.” An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: A father has no idea what his son will make of the lessons of boyhood—the small and large skills passed from one generation to the next. It was Joseph who taught Jesus how to conduct the Passover seder. It was Joseph w...2021-03-1530 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ7 – Joseph and His Work – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 7 – Joseph and His Work In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss St. Joseph and his family’s trade as a carpenter and the holiness found in “work.” An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: He was a silent man. And one of his titles in modern devotion draws further attention to his silence: St. Joseph the Worker. The Catholic Church remembers St. John of Antioch as “Golden Mouth” (Chrysostom) and St. Peter of Ravenna for his “Golden Words” (Chrysologus). But we remember Joseph for getting things done. Among all who...2021-03-0835 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ6 – Flight from Herod – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 6 – Flight from Herod In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss St. Joseph and the Holy Family’s flight into Egypt. An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: The warning came in a dream: “Rise, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt, and remain there till I tell you; for Herod is about to search for the child, to destroy him” (Mt 2:13). Joseph had been asleep. It was late in the night, and even the roads in town were barely navigable for the darkness. Beyond th...2021-03-0128 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ5 – Joseph and His Angels – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 5 – Joseph and His Angels In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss St. Joseph and his interactions with the Angels. An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: The great difficulty in sketching the character of Joseph of Nazareth is that Scripture never shows him speaking. He never says yes or no. He never makes a nod or gesture. And not only is he never shown to speak, the Gospels never show a single human being speaking to him—not even his wife or son. No human...2021-02-2133 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ4 – Marriage Amid The Madness – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 4 – Marriage Amid the Madness In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Mary and Joseph’s marriage and his challenge with her pregnancy. They also discuss Mary’s need to visit her cousin Elizabeth, commonly referred to as The Visitation. An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: Commentators down the ages have proposed three approaches to this enigmatic passage: (1) the suspicion theory, (2) the perplexity theory, and (3) the reverence theory. Let us examine them briefly. 1. The Suspicion Theory. In this reading of the Gospel passage, Joseph suspects th...2021-02-1528 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ3 – Prosperity and It’s Price – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 3 – Joseph and His King – “Prosperity and It’s Price” In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss in more detail the life and influence of Herod the Great. Then the conversation turns to St. Joseph. We learn more about his family background. Who was his father? What was it like to be a carpenter in those days? How old was St. Joseph at the time of his marriage to the Blessed Virgin Mary? What was the influence of the Essene community? An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: An increasin...2021-02-0931 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ2 – Joseph and His King – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 2 – Joseph and His King – “St. Joseph and His World” In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor explore the various religious and political figures prevalent in Israel at the time of St. Joseph. Chief among those leaders is the infamous figure of King Herod the Great. An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: In Judea at the time, there were three dominant factions to pit against each other. The Sadducees, the descendants of Zadok, were the clerical caste, from whom the high priest had formerly been chosen. T...2021-02-0129 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSJ1 – St. Joseph’s World – St. Joseph and His World with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 1 – St. Joseph’s World – “St. Joseph and His World” In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor begin this series on the life and times of St. Joseph with a discussion on his ancestry. An excerpt from St. Joseph and His World: The family of David was intensely aware of their mission and purpose in history. The residents of Nazareth and Kochba were alive to the possibility—perhaps a probability—that one of them would bear the messiah into the world. Archeologists estimate that Nazareth had 120–150 inhabitants in the mid-first...2021-01-2628 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC12 – Nestorius – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 12 – Nestorius – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“was In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Nestorius, an archbishop of Constantinople who proclaimed that Mary could not be the “Theotokos”. Such statements brought about the Council of Ephesus and a declaration throughout the Christian Church that his thought was emphatically wrong. Mary was, and still is, the “Mother of God.” An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: We’ve been having an argument with these other people, the monks explained. We say that Mary is rightly called Moth...2021-01-1826 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC11 – Julian the Apostate – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 11 – Julian the Apostate – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Julian the Apostate, an emperor of Rome who was disillusioned by how his family who claimed to be Christians, yet acted counter to what they professed. He would embrace paganism and tried to eliminate Christian influence in the Roman Empire. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Christians remembered Julian as “the Apostate”—the one emperor who tried to turn back to paganism. There would be no others. From 363 to 1453, when Constan...2021-01-0727 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC11 – Julian the Apostate – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 11 – Julian the Apostate – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Julian the Apostate, an emperor of Rome who was disillusioned by how his family who claimed to be Christians, yet acted counter to what they professed. He would embrace paganism and tried to eliminate Christian influence in the Roman Empire. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Christians remembered Julian as “the Apostate”—the one emperor who tried to turn back to paganism. There would be no others. From 36...2021-01-0727 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC10 – Arius – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 10 – Arius – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Arius and the threat of the Arian heresy. Mike makes suggestions on what the Christian can do to stay true to the faith in times and recognize the Arian tendencies we continue to see today. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: ARIUS WAS an obscure Egyptian priest who probably had more influence on the history of Christian theology than any Christian thinker since St. Paul. It was all negative influence, but no o...2020-12-0227 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC10 – Arius – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 10 – Arius – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Arius and the threat of the Arian heresy. Mike makes suggestions on what the Christian can do to stay true to the faith in times and recognize the Arian tendencies we continue to see today. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: ARIUS WAS an obscure Egyptian priest who probably had more influence on the history of Christian theology than any Christian thinker since St. Paul. It was all negative...2020-12-0227 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC9 – Diocletian – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 9 – Diocletian – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Diocletian and the threat of a “police state” to religious freedom. Mike makes suggestions on what the Christian can do to stay true to the faith in times of religious persecution. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: IN THE 200s, the Roman Empire fell apart. For decades, disaster after disaster rolled across the Mediterranean world. Civil war was the normal state of political affairs. The economy fell to pieces. Plagues ravaged the c...2020-03-0525 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC9 – Diocletian – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 9 – Diocletian – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Diocletian and the threat of a “police state” to religious freedom. Mike makes suggestions on what the Christian can do to stay true to the faith in times of religious persecution. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: IN THE 200s, the Roman Empire fell apart. For decades, disaster after disaster rolled across the Mediterranean world. Civil war was the normal state of political affairs. The economy fell to pieces. Plagu...2020-03-0525 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsMike Aquilina – Lent, Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving, and the Early Church – Discerning Hearts PodcastThere's nobody I enjoy spending Ash Wednesday with more than Mike Aquilina. Mike offers us rich insights on the practice of prayer, fasting and almsgiving from the perspective of the early church. He also helps us to see how we can concretely live out all three and further enrich our spiritual lives and help those around us to see Christ more fully in us and the Church. We like Mike! He's awesome! The post Mike Aquilina – Lent, Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving, and the Early Church – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2020-02-2600 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsMike Aquilina – Lent, Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving, and the Early Church – Discerning Hearts Podcast There’s nobody I enjoy spending Ash Wednesday with more than Mike Aquilina. Mike offers us rich insights on the practice of prayer, fasting and almsgiving from the perspective of the early church. He also helps us to see how we can concretely live out all three and further enrich our spiritual lives and help those around us to see Christ more fully in us and the Church. We like Mike! He’s awesome! Be sure to visit Mike’s Discerning Hearts page for more from Mike. The post Mike Aquilina – Lent, Prayer, Fasting, Al...2020-02-2628 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsMike Aquilina – Lent, Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving, and the Early Church – Discerning Hearts Podcast There’s nobody I enjoy spending Ash Wednesday with more than Mike Aquilina. Mike offers us rich insights on the practice of prayer, fasting and almsgiving from the perspective of the early church. He also helps us to see how we can concretely live out all three and further enrich our spiritual lives and help those around us to see Christ more fully in us and the Church. We like Mike! He’s awesome! Be sure to visit Mike’s Discerning Hearts page for more from Mike. 2020-02-2628 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC8 – Celsus – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 8 – Celsus – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Celsus and responding to his “Case against Christianity.” An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: The man’s name was Aulus Cornelius Celsus, and he was one of those remarkable people who seem to know a little bit about everything. Today we remember him most as a physician, because the main work of his that survives is a treatise on medicine; but that book was actually part of a book on practi...2020-01-2727 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC8 – Celsus – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 8 – Celsus – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Celsus and responding to his “Case against Christianity.” An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: The man’s name was Aulus Cornelius Celsus, and he was one of those remarkable people who seem to know a little bit about everything. Today we remember him most as a physician, because the main work of his that survives is a treatise on medicine; but that book was actually part of a book on practically all th...2020-01-2727 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC7 – Valentinus – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 7 – Valentinus – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Valentinus and Gnostic teaching. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: We know almost nothing about Valentinus the man except that he was well educated. He had much more higher education than the average Christian: he had studied at Alexandria, so he had the ancient equivalent of a Harvard or Oxford degree. He had specialized in Platonic studies, meaning that he knew Plato backwards and forwards, at least as Plato wa...2020-01-2027 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC6 – Marcion – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 6 – Marcion – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Marcion and the dangers of money…to the extreme! An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Marcion was a rich businessman who thought he had figured out the real meaning of the Gospel. He used the power of money to found a kind of parallel church, and he was very successful for a while—which tells you a little about the state of Christianity at the time, and a lot about wh...2020-01-1327 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC6 – Marcion – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 6 – Marcion – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Marcion and the dangers of money…to the extreme! An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Marcion was a rich businessman who thought he had figured out the real meaning of the Gospel. He used the power of money to found a kind of parallel church, and he was very successful for a while—which tells you a little about the state of Christianity at the time, and a lot about what you co...2020-01-1327 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC5 – Nero – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 5 – Nero – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Nero and the hallmarks and dangers of an “antichrist.” An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Pilate was a waffling dupe. Judas was a tortured soul who didn’t have the courage to repent. But perhaps no villain in Christian legend comes out as completely and utterly villainous as Nero. He isn’t just a sinner who made the wrong choice: in much of Christian legend, and even theology, he is literally...2019-12-1625 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC5 – Nero – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 5 – Nero – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Nero and the hallmarks and dangers of an “antichrist.” An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Pilate was a waffling dupe. Judas was a tortured soul who didn’t have the courage to repent. But perhaps no villain in Christian legend comes out as completely and utterly villainous as Nero. He isn’t just a sinner who made the wrong choice: in much of Christian legend, and even theology, he is literally the Anti...2019-12-1626 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC4 – Simon the Magician – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 4 – Simon the Magician – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Simon the Magician and learning from pride and hubris. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: IF THERE had been supermarket tabloids in Rome of the first century, Simon Magus, or Simon the Magician, would have been on the front pages every week. His story gives us zombies, levitation, a talking dog, a jewel heist, and a prophesying baby, just to name a few of the h...2019-12-0225 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC3 – Pontius Pilate – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 3 – Pontius Pilate – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Pontius Pilate and learning from his weakness. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Jesus was crucified under Pontius Pilate. Countless millions of Christians recite that simple historical fact when they profess their faith. It reminds us that this is real history we’re dealing with. The death and Resurrection of Jesus are not just metaphors or allegories: they really happened at a particular moment in history. Pilate is our anchor to...2019-11-2526 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC3 – Pontius Pilate – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 3 – Pontius Pilate – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Pontius Pilate and learning from his weakness. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: Jesus was crucified under Pontius Pilate. Countless millions of Christians recite that simple historical fact when they profess their faith. It reminds us that this is real history we’re dealing with. The death and Resurrection of Jesus are not just metaphors or allegories: they really happened at a particular moment in history. Pilate i...2019-11-2527 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC2 – Caiaphas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 2 – Caiaphas – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Caiaphas and the temptation of unholy compromises. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: CAIAPHAS IS mentioned everywhere in the Church Fathers, but almost as furniture—“ and Jesus was brought before Caiaphas.” If the early Christian writers are interested in anything about him, it’s that he could prophesy truly because of his office. Otherwise, they don’t seem to find much remarkable in him. He’s the banality of evil. A bureaucrat. Yet, C...2019-10-2826 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC2 – Caiaphas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 2 – Caiaphas – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Caiaphas and the temptation of unholy compromises. An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: CAIAPHAS IS mentioned everywhere in the Church Fathers, but almost as furniture—“ and Jesus was brought before Caiaphas.” If the early Christian writers are interested in anything about him, it’s that he could prophesy truly because of his office. Otherwise, they don’t seem to find much remarkable in him. He’s the banality of evil. A bureaucra...2019-10-2826 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC1 – Judas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 1 – Judas – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss the “mystery of Judas.” An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: What happened to Judas? Was it simple greed that snapped him? That seems unlikely. Thirty pieces of silver was a good bit of money, but Judas was doing all right with his embezzling racket. The Gospels don’t tell us his motivation most likely because their writers just didn’t know. It was a mystery to them as it is to us. And...2019-10-2225 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC1 – Judas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 1 – Judas – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“ In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss the “mystery of Judas.” An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church: What happened to Judas? Was it simple greed that snapped him? That seems unlikely. Thirty pieces of silver was a good bit of money, but Judas was doing all right with his embezzling racket. The Gospels don’t tell us his motivation most likely because their writers just didn’t know. It was a mystery to them as it is to us. And...2019-10-2226 min

ElseworldsElseworld Citizen: Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 & The Do's and Don'ts of ComicsHappy Monday Elseworld Citizens! Today we talk about Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order specifically my excitement for the game in a post MCU world. And then it is on to the Do's and Don'ts of Comics! It's a stacked 20 minute episode citizens so strap in and get ready for some comic book talk! Your host, TJ Aquilina --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elseworlds/support 2019-07-0821 min

ElseworldsElseworld Citizen: Harley Quinn Friday!Greetings Citizens! Today is a Harley Quinn centric episode thanks to the incredible news comic out of DC Comics! Fall 2019 will get not one but TWO Harley Quinn comics! "Harleen" a three issue extra-large publication will be released in late September and "Joker/Harley: Criminal Sanity" a nine-issue mini-series in early October! Let's talk some comics and have a great weekend! Your Host, TJ Aquilina --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elseworlds/support 2019-06-1510 min

ElseworldsElseworld Citizen: Giant Size Edition!Greetings Citizens! Today we are going overtime to talk comic book news, Superman Day, and more! Strap in for a Giant Size! edition of the Elseworld Citizen Podcast! Enjoy! Your Host, TJ Aquilina --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elseworlds/support 2019-06-1220 min

ElseworldsElseworld Citizen: BookCon - DC Ink and Black Label AnnouncementsGreetings! No Time for Show Notes just listen and enjoy! Updates will be done on Wednesday June 5th. Thanks again for your continued support! Enjoy the show! - TJ Aquilina --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elseworlds/support 2019-06-0413 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSt. Agnes, a lamb for Christ with Mike Aquilina Mike Aquilina shares with us the story of St. Agnes. A young girl who would help to break open the hearts of many, so that grace could pour in. She was “a lamb for Christ”. Mike also discusses the challenges to life, including the “ancient” practice of abortion. wiki – According to tradition, Saint Agnes was a member of the Roman nobility born c. 291 and raised in a Christian family. She suffered martyrdom at the age of twelve or thirteen during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, on 21 January 304. The Prefect Sempronius wished Agnes to mar...2019-01-2120 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSt. Agnes, a lamb for Christ with Mike AquilinaMike Aquilina shares with us the story of St. Agnes. A young girl who would help to break open the hearts of many, so that grace could pour in. She was “a lamb for Christ”. Mike also discusses the challenges to life, including the “ancient” practice of abortion. wiki – According to tradition, Saint Agnes was a member of the Roman nobility born c. 291 and raised in a Christian family. She suffered martyrdom at the age of twelve or thirteen during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, on 21 January 304. The Prefect Sempronius wished Agnes to marry his so...2019-01-2120 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSt. Agnes, a lamb for Christ with Mike AquilinaMike Aquilina shares with us the story of St. Agnes. A young girl who would help to break open the hearts of many so that grace could pour in. She was "a lamb for Christ". - A prayer to St. Agnes Let us gain courage for our own battle by honoring the martyrdom of the glorious virgin Agnes. St. Agnes, vessel of honor, flower of unfading fragrance,beloved of the choirs of Angels,you are an example to the worth of virtue and chastity. O you who wear a Martyr’s pa...2019-01-2100 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSt. Anthony of the Desert, Father of the Church…patriarch of the monastic life with Mike Aquilina Mike Aquilina, in conversation with Bruce and Kris McGregor, breaks open the life and teachings of St. Anthony of Desert (aka St. Anthony the hermit, St. Anthony Abbott or St. Anthony the GREAT!) Born c. 251 Herakleopolis Magna, Egypt Died 356 Mount Colzim, Egypt You can find the Life of St. Anthony by St. Athanasius at the link provided here: – Vita S. Antoni (Life of St. Anthony) A quote from St. Anthony: “I saw the snares that the enemy spreads out over the world and I said groaning, “What can...2019-01-1729 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSt. Anthony of the Desert, Father of the Church…patriarch of the monastic life with Mike AquilinaMike Aquilina, in conversation with Bruce and Kris McGregor, breaks open the life and teachings of St. Anthony of Desert (aka St. Anthony the hermit, St. Anthony Abbott or St. Anthony the GREAT!) Born c. 251 Herakleopolis Magna, Egypt Died 356 Mount Colzim, Egypt You can find the Life of St. Anthony by St. Athanasius ... Read more The post St. Anthony of the Desert, Father of the Church…patriarch of the monastic life with Mike Aquilina appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2019-01-1700 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#10 – “Defending Human Life: The Early Church and Abortion” – Roots of the Faith with Mike AquilinaEpisode 10 – Defending Human Life: The Early Church and Abortion Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the ... Read more The post ROF#10 – “Defending Human Life: The Early Church and Abortion” – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2018-07-0500 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#10 – “Defending Human Life: The Early Church and Abortion” – Roots of the Faith with Mike AquilinaEpisode 10 – Defending Human Life: The Early Church and Abortion Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Hosted by Kris McGregor Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning H...2018-07-0528 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#10 – “Defending Human Life: The Early Church and Abortion” – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 10 – Defending Human Life: The Early Church and Abortion Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Hosted by Kris McGregor Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also...2018-07-0528 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#9 – Sexuality, Marriage, Contraception – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 9 – Sexuality, Marriage, Contraception Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Hosted by Kris McGregor Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources as well 2018-06-1628 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#9 – Sexuality, Marriage, Contraception – Roots of the Faith with Mike AquilinaEpisode 9 – Sexuality, Marriage, Contraception Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the ... Read more The post ROF#9 – Sexuality, Marriage, Contraception – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2018-06-1600 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#8 – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts PodcastEpisode 8 – The Papacy: The Apostolic Throne Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians ... Read more The post ROF#8 – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2018-05-0100 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#8 – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 8 – The Papacy: The Apostolic Throne Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Hosted by Kris McGregor Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources as well Also visit Mike...2018-05-0127 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#8 – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast Episode 8 – The Papacy: The Apostolic Throne Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Hosted by Kris McGregor Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources as well Also visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for...2018-05-0127 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#7 – The Clergy – Love’s Earthly Form – Roots of the Faith with Mike AquilinaEpisode 7 – The Clergy: Love’s Earthly Form Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians ... Read more The post ROF#7 – The Clergy – Love’s Earthly Form – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2018-04-0700 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#7 – The Clergy – Love’s Earthly Form – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 7 – The Clergy: Love’s Earthly Form Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for m...2018-04-0728 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#7 – The Clergy – Love’s Earthly Form – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 7 – The Clergy: Love’s Earthly Form Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for more audio downl...2018-04-0728 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#6 – Purgatory: Love Stronger than Death – Roots of the Faith with Mike AquilinaEpisode 6 – Purgatory: Love Stronger than Death Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians ... Read more The post ROF#6 – Purgatory: Love Stronger than Death – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2018-03-2600 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#6 – Purgatory: Love Stronger than Death – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 6 – Purgatory: Love Stronger than Death Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for more audio...2018-03-2628 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#6 – Purgatory: Love Stronger than Death – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 6 – Purgatory: Love Stronger than Death Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for more audio downloads and in...2018-03-2627 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#5 – Saints in Heaven “The Stones Cry Out” – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 5 – Saints in Heaven – The Stones Cry Out Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for more audio d...2018-03-1828 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#4 – From the Scriptures to the Bible – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 4 – From the Scriptures to the Bible Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for more audio download...2018-03-1128 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#3 – Confession: the history of mercy – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 3 – Confession: the history of mercy Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for more audio downloads and info...2018-03-0427 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#2 – The Mass: the Universal Sign – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 2 – The Mass: the Universal Sign Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Hosted by Kris McGregor Pick up a copy of Mke’s book. You’ll find so much more and invaluable references and resources, as well Also, visit Mike’s “Discerning Hearts” page for...2018-02-2528 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsROF#1 – Witnesses to Tradition – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina Episode 1 – Witnesses to Tradition. A grand overview of Church tradition as passed down to us by the Fathers of the Church…it’s scope and relevance for our lives today! Roots of the Faith – From the Church Fathers to You with Mike Aquilina, makes clear that just as an acorn grows into a tree and yet remains the same plant, so the Catholic Church is a living organism that has grown from the faith of the earliest Christians into the body of Christ we know today. Hosted by Kris McGregor Pick up a copy of...2018-02-0527 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsThe Story of St. Perpetua and St. Felicity with Mike Aquilina Mike Aquilina offers the compelling story of the St. Perpetua and her great friend and sister in the faith, St. Felicity. From CNA: Saints Perpetua and Felicity were martyrs who died for the faith around the year 203. St. Perpetua was a young, well-educated, noblewoman and mother living in the city of Carthage in North Africa. Her mother was a Christian and her father was a pagan. In terms of her faith, Perpetua followed the example of her mother. Despite the pleas of her father to deny her faith, Perpetua did the very opposite, and fearlessly proclaimed...2017-03-0729 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIP#312 Mike Aquilina – How the Choir Converted the World on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorAnother phenomenal book from the prolific Mike Aquilina! Filled with historical perspective and faith-filled insight, “How the Choir Converted the Word: Through Hymns, With Hymns, and In Hymns” isn’t just for the church choir! Our conversation covers the spectrum and encourages all of us to remember we are called not a perfect song to the Lord, but a joyful song! And isn’t that what our faith fills our hearts with? As always, Mike’s enthusiasm for the subject is contagious and encourages us to spread the “Good News” with a hymn in our heart! Highly recommended. You can f...2017-02-2732 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsRC#10 The Secular Age – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina RC-V10 The Secular Age – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina from Discerning Hearts on Vimeo. Episode 10 – The Secular Age The Church was now entering the most dangerous era in her history—a time when some even inside the Church questioned whether the institution would survive. By the mid-nineteenth century, all the forces that had been gathering against the Church in the previous centuries—Protestantism, revolutionary philosophy, nationalism, and industrial regimentation—were combining to attack it. The pope had been deprived of his temporal power and was shut up in the Vatican. All over Europe, anticlerical governments were taking awa...2017-02-2127 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsRC#9 The World Goes Mad – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina RC-V9 The World Goes Mad – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina from Discerning Hearts on Vimeo. Episode 9 – The World Goes Mad Europeans were amazed by these events happening across the sea. The French especially, who were instrumental in the success of the American Revolution, were fascinated by men like Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin, who seemed to combine European refinement with colonial common sense. Inevitably, French intellectuals began to ask the obvious question: if it had worked in America, might it not also be possible for a European country to throw off tyranny and substitute liberty? &nbs...2017-01-2028 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsRC#8 The Conversion of the New World- The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina RC-V8 The Conversion of the New World – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina from Discerning Hearts on Vimeo. Episode 8 – The Conversion of the New World In 1531—hardly a decade after the Spanish conquest—an enthusiastic convert, who had taken the Christian name Juan Diego, was hurrying down the hill to hear Mass in Mexico City. Suddenly the Blessed Virgin appeared to him. She gave him a message for the bishop: “Go to the palace of the bishop of Mexico. Tell him it is my great desire to have a temple built to me here. Tell him everything you’ve se...2016-12-0727 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsRC#7 Reformation Inside and Out – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina RC-V7 Reformation Inside and Out – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina from Discerning Hearts on Vimeo. Episode 7 – Reformation Inside and Out The Lutherans and the Anglicans tried to retain some semblance of traditional Christian doctrine and worship. But if—as Luther claimed—the individual interpretation of Scripture was to be the only standard for Christianity, then the result was predictable. Other sects arose, and soon Protestants were split into dozens of sects and subsects, each one based on a particular interpretation of Scripture—often just a few verses in Scripture. For the audio podcast: Pick up a cop...2016-11-3027 min

Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsRC#6 Crusades Abroad and at Home – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina RC-V6 Crusades Abroad and at Home – The Resilient Church /w Mike Aquilina from Discerning Hearts on Vimeo. Episode 6– Crusades Abroad and at Home The Church in the West had survived the fall of Rome, and now it was the most powerful institution in Western Europe. But in the East, where the Church was born, the gradual erosion of the Byzantine Empire and the constant inroads of Islam threatened the very existence of Christianity. Didn’t the Church in the West owe something to the Christians of the East? Wasn’t it the responsibility of all Christians to com...2016-11-2327 min