Explaining the Faith: by Fr. Chris Alar, MIC (13-Part Series)

Explaining the Faith: by Fr. Chris Alar, MIC (13-Part Series)

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Explaining the Faith: by Fr. Chris Alar, MIC (13-Part Series)
  • Part 1: What is Divine Mercy (Part 1)

    Father Chris defines who Jesus is as well as what Divine Mercy is, explaining why it is the highest form of the highest virtue. He then explains the meaning of the Mass in a nuptial way, showing how, when we are at Mass, we are at the wedding of Christ to His Church, which is us.

  • Part 2: What is Divine Mercy (Part 2)

    Continuing his discussion on the Mass, Fr. Chris explains the whole basis of our faith using St. Thomas Aquinas’ concept of Exitus Reditus. He explains what will happen during our judgment and why Jesus died on the Cross. Using the idea of Christ’s sacrifice being timeless, he discusses when we a...

  • Part 3: St Faustina and the Feast of Divine Mercy

    Summarizing the life and mission of St. Faustina Kowalska (1905-1938), the Secretary and Apostle of Divine Mercy, Fr. Chris goes through the ABCs of Divine Mercy, and then introduces the Divine Mercy devotion. He explains the great Feast of Mercy, Divine Mercy Sunday, as the pinnacle of the Divin...

  • Part 4: The Image, Novena, Chaplet and Hour of Divine Mercy

    Taking the rest of the Divine Mercy devotion in turn, Fr. Chris offers a detailed discussion on each of the four remaining channels of grace given by Jesus to St. Faustina. Using revealing anecdotes, he offers practical advice on how to best understand these elements and utilize them as a part of...

  • Part 5: Why the Catholic Faith has the Fullness of the Truth

    In this apologetics talk, Fr. Chris uses history and logic to explain why the Catholic Church is the true Church of Christ. Responding to the cultural anti-Catholicism so many of us face, he lays out the case for the Catholic faith possessing the fullness of truth, responding to common Protestant...

  • Part 6: Teaching Mass (Part 1)

    In the first half of his deep dive into the Mass, Fr. Chris explains the Mass in a way you have never heard before. He discusses the different rites of the Liturgy, talks about some of the basic elements of the Mass, and takes us step-by-step through each part of the Mass, discussing what it all ...

  • Part 7: Teaching Mass (Part 2)

    In the conclusion to his deep dive into the many parts of the Mass and the meaning of each, Fr. Chris discusses the source and summit of our faith: the Eucharist. Theologically rich, his discussion will enlighten your mind and soften your heart in preparation for receiving Jesus at Mass in a rene...

  • Part 8: Catholicism and the Sacrament of Confession

    Exploring one of the great Sacraments of Mercy, Fr. Chris discusses its Biblical foundations, the importance of apostolic succession in guaranteeing the efficacy of the Sacrament, and how to make a good Confession.

  • Part 9: 4 Catholicism and Holy Communion

    Father Chris explores what it means to receive Holy Communion worthily, discusses the theology of the Real Presence, and celebrates the source and summit of our Catholic faith: the Most Holy Eucharist. This talks gives a new understanding of why John 6 and the Book of Revelation should be what ev...

  • Part 10: Mary, The Mother of Mercy

    Drawing from his formation as a Marian of the Immaculate Conception, Fr. Chris explains why Mary is the way to Jesus. In this fascinating overview of the Blessed Virgin, he discusses the love of God for Our Lady, and her love for all of us. Exploring her role as Mother of God and her preparation ...

  • Part 11: Marian Consecration and Devotion

    Discussing the highest form of Marian devotion, Fr. Chris explains Marian consecration, how it’s simply an imitation of Jesus’ entrustment to the Blessed Virgin, and some of the other powerful forms of Marian devotion in the Church’s treasury. Covering important devotions like the First Saturdays...

  • Part 12: Why Would a Loving God Allow Such Suffering?

    Bringing some of the best of Catholic philosophy and theology to bear on a perennial question, Fr. Chris draws from real life examples to lay out how God’s high regard for our free will means that sometimes we suffer the consequences of our own choices as well as the choices of others. He discuss...

  • Part 13: God’s Mercy Even After Suicide

    Speaking from his own experience of losing his grandmother to suicide, Fr. Chris explores the hope for her salvation, as well as those lost to any tragedy. Drawing deeply on Church teaching and Divine Mercy, this talk offers real hope for the salvation of those who’ve died tragically and unprepar...