In this episode we talk about why it is important to “form your conscience” and some ways to do it successfully. Don’t miss these reflections, so useful for your spiritual life! - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1783-1785. - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a priest of Miles Christi, a Catholic Religious Order. - Visit the Miles Christi Religious Order website: https://www.mileschristi.org - This Podcast’s Website: https://www.forcollegecatholics.org - To learn about the Spiritual Exercises (silent weekend retreat) preached by the Pri ..read more

In this episode I look at that “treasure within ourselves” which is our moral conscience. It is a “treasure” because it shows us the path to live honest and virtuous lives, and therefore is like the voice of God in our hearts that leads us to Heaven. I look at the example of an Old Testament king, and at the example of St. Augustine in his Confessions. - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1776-1782. - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a priest of Miles Christi, a Catholic Religious Order. - Visit the Miles Christi Religious Order website ..read more

In this episode we continue talking about human passions and how they interact with our will, our deliberate choices, and how we can train our passions to make them be more in line with what is morally good and virtuous. I present an example taken from the life of St. Joan of Arc, that shows how human passions can affect us positively and help make good decisions. I hope you like this powerful and moving example of a humble soldier and a great saint! - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1771-1775. - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a pri ..read more

In this episode I speak about the passions, and the role they play in our moral life. I look at the life of Christ, and how the Gospels manifest different moments in the life of Our Lord where his passions are manifested. I share an amazing example taken from the Confessions of St. Augustine. - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1762-1775. - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a priest of Miles Christi, a Catholic Religious Order. - Visit the Miles Christi Religious Order website: https://www.mileschristi.org - This Podcast’s Website: https ..read more

In this episode we look into the “sources” of the morality of our human actions, specifically, what is the “moral object” what are the “intentions” and what are the “circumstances” of a human act. We address why “the end doesn’t justify the means” and why some actions are always morally illicit, like the case of abortion, blasphemy and perjury. - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1749-1761. - Some Documents of the Magisterium of the Church in this regard: 1) Encyclical “Evangelium Vitae” (John Paul II), on the respect of human li ..read more

Freedom is not a burden—it is a great GIFT from God that enables us to love Him and love our neighbor. However, it comes with a great responsibility. Soon after the coming of the Holy Spirit in Pentecost, St. Paul—actually called “Saul” at the time—consented to St. Stephen’s execution (Acts 8:1). While others threw the stones, he held their cloaks—giving his internal consent. In this episode we address the responsibility and imputability of deliberately chosen acts, even the interior ones, and the value of human freedom. We also talk about how Christ’s grace can free us from slavery to sin. I ..read more

One of the fundamental pillars of the Christian moral life is our human freedom. Freedom is a gift of God given to us in order to choose freely what is good, what is according to the will of God. That gives us our dignity and our responsibility. I share the story of Blessed Franz Jägerstätter, and Austrian farmer who died a martyr under the Nazi government during the Second World War for not wanting to enlist in the German army. Listen in to be inspired by this simple yet great saint! - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1730-1735 ..read more

Today I interview Bro. Daniel Heffernan on the Beatitudes. We talk about how to interpret three of the beatitudes: “Blessed are the merciful”; “Blessed are the peacemakers”; “Blessed are you when you are persecuted for the sake of righteousness.” Bro. Daniel was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and is now a perpetually professed Brother of Miles Christi (since July 2, 2022!). - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1716-1729. Also, more specifically, number 2447. - Scripture References used in this episode: The “Beatitudes” (Mt 5:1-12; L ..read more

Today I continue reflecting on the Beatitudes: “Blessed are they who thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.” I welcome Ben Eriksen again (he joined us in the last episode already!), who was born and raised in Michigan, and is about to finish his doctorate degree in Philosophy at the Catholic University of America. Make sure you listen to this profound and clear explanation of the Beatitudes! - You can find the topics discussed in this episode in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, numbers 1716-1729. - Scripture References used in this episode: The “Beatitudes” (Mt 5:1-12; Lk 6 ..read more

“Blessed are the pure of heart, for they will see God” (Mt 5:8). In this episode we look at what is the meaning of “the heart”, and how purity of heart means to love God above all, and to have God as the final purpose of everything we do daily. - ENKINDLE Conference – Information and how to register: https://www.mileschristi.org/event/enkindle/ - Scripture References used in this episode: The “Beatitudes” (Mt 5:1-12; Lk 6:20-23); the “intention” as the heart of our actions (Mt 6:23). - Fr. Patrick Wainwright is a priest of Miles Christi, a Catholic Religious Order. - Visit the Miles Christi Re ..read more