Church Teaching

Audios

Dr. John Rao discusses the reactions to Chalcedon and the Monophysite Movement. Monophysites were active in both Egypt and Syria. Eventually they developed a parallel hierarchy which split the Church...

Dr. John Rao discusses the topic of Papal Authority: Beyond Weakness and Willfulness. Dr. John Rao delivers a vigorous discourse on Papal authority.

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Father Anthony J Mastroeni says that “Religion is the strongest element in man’s self control. History is shown to be littered with the wreckage of nations that have become indifferent...

Father Baker tells us of the Sacrament of Holy Communion, the last of the Sacraments of Initiation, the rite of Holy Communion in Holy Mass and its importance in the...

Fr. Richard Munkelt describes the Enlightenment’s reinterpretation of Natural Law. The Enlightenment insisted that it was simply concerned with what is “natural”. But how do you determine what is a...

Mr. Michael Davies’ book, “Pope John’s Council,” sets Vatican II within its proper historic framework and gives the listener a clearer understanding of the activities that took place behind the...

Fr. Miceli offers an analysis of Humani Generis and its significance today. In this sermon, Father Vincent Miceli, S.J., discusses Humani Generis, the “Forgotten Encyclical” promulgated on 12 August 1950...

In this 8th part of Dr. Marra’s lecture series we are offered a deep and philosophical study of the Old Testament. Dr. Marra explains Saint Augustine’s interpretation of Genesis, and...

Monsignor William Smith focuses on sound morals as the fruit of sound doctrine which, in turn, has its source in God’s Revelation. “The Fundamentals of Moral Theology” is a ten-part...

Dr. Michael J. Behe not only demolishes Darwinian theory, but he gives an interesting alternative. The theory of evolution is based upon the false principle that a greater effect can...

Father Brian W. Harrison, O.S., analyzes the 1965 Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation entitled Dei Verbum. This two-part lecture covers the Magisterial doctrines of inspiration and inerrancy, previous ecclesiastical pronouncements,...

Father Kenneth Baker, S.J. speaks concerning the Fifth Article of the Apostles’ Creed, telling us of Jesus’ descent into the Underworld, Body and Soul, His Resurrection and return to the...

Dr. John Rao discusses the reactions to Chalcedon and Monophysite Movement. The Emperor Justinian, himself pro-Chalcedon, tried a number of different approaches to resolve the dilemmas posed by two opposing...

Archbishop Fulton Sheen explains the role of the Priest as Holy Ambassadors of Christ and states the importance of aligning their lives with that of Christ.

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Mr. Christopher Ferrara, Esquire, discusses justice in economic social order in today’s situation in light of the timeless Mr. Christopher Ferrara, Esquire, speaks on Church teachings regarding man’s place in...

Father Baker talks on the Sacrament of Penance, its importance in the Christian life, and Contrition for Sins.

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Father John Perricone speaks about the role and nature of Angels and Archangels. Father John Perricone shows us that we have more certainty about the existence of Angels than we...

Father Vincent Miceli, S.J., drawing on Scripture and Tradition to present the Theology and Nature of the Priesthood and the role of women in the Church. He presents lucid and...

Fr. John Perricone discusses the Liturgy in a post Vatican II world. He analyzes the differences between the common practices in Catholic Churches and the actual teachings of the council....

Dr. WIlliam Marra, in his penultimate lecture, explains Saint Augustine’s complex teachings on God. Saint Augustine teaches how God does not need any creature, to exist Himself, but only creates...