Episodes

  • How to Respond When the Church Lets You Down (Part 2)

    How to Respond When the Church Lets You Down (Part 2)
    Jun 4 2024
    Do you ever feel helpless in the face of the challenges within the Church? Challenges within the Church are not new to this generation or even this century. There have always been crises within the Church. So, how does God work through these crises? Dr. Edward Sri examines some of the past crises of the Church and highlights the good that has come from them. He offers encouragement for anyone feeling discouraged in the current times. Snippet from the Show “Stand confident in the theological virtue of hope.” For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    23 mins
  • How to Respond When the Church Lets You Down (Part 1)

    How to Respond When the Church Lets You Down (Part 1)
    May 28 2024
    What do you do in the face of concerns over the state of the Church? There are problems in the Church on the parish level all the way to the Vatican. So, how do we understand these problems and what role do each of us play in truly reforming the Church? Dr. Edward Sri weighs in on this topic and offers his advice on how to respond to it. Snippet from the Show The most important spiritual battle to fight is the one within our own souls. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    27 mins
  • What Does It Mean to Be "Open to Life"? (with Beth Sri)

    What Does It Mean to Be "Open to Life"? (with Beth Sri)
    May 21 2024
    Should we be open to having another child? This is a question that many married couples face throughout their marriage. Having children requires a lot of sacrifice. However, the Church and experience teaches us about the “supreme goodness” of having children. Dr. Edward Sri is joined by his wife Beth Sri to discuss the discernment process of having children and some practical tips to aid you in the process. Snippet from the Show Children are meant to bring a husband and wife into deeper unity. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    22 mins
  • Learning Salvation History at the Basilica of St. John Lateran

    Learning Salvation History at the Basilica of St. John Lateran
    May 14 2024
    Join Dr. Edward Sri on this special edition episode from the Basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome, Italy. Dr. Sri guides listeners through the center aisle of the basilica and explains the magnificent artwork found there. He reveals the significance of the Biblical scenes depicted and emphasizes the importance of understanding both the Old and New Testaments. Snippet from the Show “Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.” -St. Jerome For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    20 mins
  • Are You Ruled by Your Emotions?

    Are You Ruled by Your Emotions?
    May 7 2024
    Are you able to maintain a sense of peace in your soul? Or do you struggle with constant disruptions and feel weighed down by your emotions? Emotions are not a bad thing, but at times, a person can become ruled by their emotions. So, what is the proper role of emotions? Dr. Edward Sri delves into this question and also explains the roles of the intellect and the will. Snippet from the Show God wants to heal our emotions and give us greater freedom. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    27 mins
  • Turning Work into Prayer

    Turning Work into Prayer
    Apr 30 2024
    Does it ever feel like work is keeping you from your relationship with God? Work can be stressful, exhausting, and overwhelming. So, how can we bring God into our work instead of allowing it to separate us from God? In preparation for the feast of St. Joseph the Worker, Dr. Edward Sri shares some contemplation on the work of St. Joseph. He also shares ways in which we can turn our work into a prayer. Snippet from the Show "Saint Joseph was a just man, a tireless worker, the upright guardian of those entrusted to his care. May he always guard, protect and enlighten families." -St. John Paul II For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    25 mins
  • Darkness in Prayer: A Lover’s Game?

    Darkness in Prayer: A Lover’s Game?
    Apr 23 2024
    Do you ever feel like God is not listening? Is prayer just merely a game to God? So many of the saints have gone through seasons of dryness and darkness in prayer. In today’s episode, Dr. Edward Sri looks to the wisdom of St. Catherine of Siena, a Doctor of the Church, who shows us how to faithfully respond and cooperate with God amid those most difficult seasons. Snippet from the Show "Prayer is the meeting of two desires: our desire for God and God's desire for us." St. Catherine of Siena _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    26 mins
  • Catholic Parenting: Connection, not Perfection (with Beth Sri)

    Catholic Parenting: Connection, not Perfection (with Beth Sri)
    Apr 16 2024
    How do we navigate the anxieties and pressures that come with parenting? Beth Sri joins Dr. Sri for an honest conversation about the challenges of parenting, particularly when you're trying to raise your kids in the Catholic Faith. Together, they share valuable insights and advice to help you parent from the Lord's peace rather than from a place of fear. Snippet from the Show "Connection is more important than perfection." _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.
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    27 mins