Saints
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Who Is Saint Junipero Serra? | Catholic Saints
Join Dr. Tim Gray and Matthew Meeks, Chief Marketing Officer of the Augustine Institute, as they explore the story of Saint Junipero Serra who lived his whole life as a "song to Our Lady".
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St. Thomas the Apostle | Catholic Saints
Mary McGeehan joins Dr. Ben Akers for a discussion on the life of St. Thomas the Apostle. They dive into Scripture to explore the life, leadership, and personality of this heroic and saintly man.
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Saint Benedict | Catholic Saints
Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Ben Akers discuss the Rule of St. Benedict as it applies to daily life.
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Joan of Arc
Although she died at nineteen in 1431, her legend and legacy is stronger than ever five hundred years later. Leelee Sobieski shines as the legendary warrior and saint, Joan of Arc, who, at seventeen, led one of the greatest military campaigns for freedom the world has ever witnessed. Supported by...
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What Catholics Believe About Relics: Types, Miracles & Veneration Explained
Join Dr. Elizabeth Klein, associate professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as she answers some of the internet's most pressing questions about relics.
What are relics? Where do they come from? Do Catholics worship relics? Find out answers to these and man...
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Paul VI: The Pope in the Tempest
Pope Paul VI was a leader in the Catholic Church as a priest, bishop, cardinal, and pope through one of the most difficult periods in its history—ófrom the Fascist regime and World War II to the constitution of the Italian Republic, from the Second Vatican Council to the protests and the terroris...
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The Victory of Joan of Arc | Augustine Institute Radio Theater
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Declared a witch, she became a saint.
Imagine it’s 15th-century France. A 17-year-old peasant girl enters the royal courts during one of the longest and bloodiest wars in history. She claims she’s been sent by God to fulfill a mission: drive out the English enemy and place the true king of Fra...
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St. Philip the Apostle | Catholic Saints
Dr. James Prothro and Taylor Kemp reflect upon St. Philip the Apostle. St. Philip often brought others to Jesus Christ. His feast day is May 3. Jesus shows Philip that by following Himself, he will see God the Father, and that we can be bold in our evangelization and intercession in praying for o...
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St. James the Lesser | Catholic Saints
There are lots of Jameses mentioned in the Gospels, including two among Jesus' twelve apostles. In this episode of Catholic Saints, Dr. James Prothro (another James!) and Mary McGeehan talk about the life and witness of the first bishop of Jerusalem. They also discuss the Letter of James and how ...
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Based on a True Saint
1 season
What if holiness isn’t just for the few but meant for you? Based on a True Saint, our new documentary series, brings you face-to-face with the real stories of modern saints and soon-to-be saints, told by the people who knew them best. These aren’t fairy tales or highlight reels; they’re true acco...
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100 Hearts: Betrayal and Forgiveness in the Life of Blessed Clelia Merloni
Movie + 1 extra
The pain of betrayal by a trusted friend and the freedom born from forgiveness unfolds in two parallel dramas in the life of Blessed Clelia Merloni, Foundress of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Professor Giulia de Magistris, a contemporary newly promoted school administrator. Each m...
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The Wisdom of Fulton Sheen
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Join Dr. James Patterson in a captivating online video course exploring the life and teachings of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen, a trailblazer in Catholic media. Embark on a journey to understand Sheen’s dynamic perspective and gain refreshing insights into his impact on faith, society, and personal ...
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Miracle of Saint Thérèse
This is the acclaimed dramatic feature film made in France in 1960 that tells the story of St. Thérèse of Lisieux from childhood to her death as a Carmelite nun at age 24. Film critics have called it "an excellent, reverent biopic" on St. Thérèse that accurately portrays the saint's story and her...
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Peter: Keys to Following Jesus by Tim Gray
Renowned scholar Dr. Tim Gray masterfully guides you through the tumultuous and inspiring life of Peter—from his call to discipleship to his eventual martyrdom in Rome. Using Sacred Scripture and tradition, Dr. Gray highlights important lessons from Peter's life, including
How to become a trus...
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Bakhita: From Slave to Saint
PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED
This movie is not rated, but has mature themes and was created with an adult audience in mind. It contains scenes, including violence, indicative of the life and times of the saint portrayed. We would recommend Parental Guidance and that parents preview it before watc... -
St. Josephine Bakhita: A Story of God's Rescue
Join Sister Imelda as she shares amazing stories of brave girls and women who said yes to God's call and went on to change the world even when things got tough. In this episode, she tells the inspiring story of St. Josephine Bakhita, who, after being taken captive and made a slave, finds freedo...
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Lectio: Peter with Dr. Tim Gray
1 season
The character of St. Peter is both inspiring and confounding to many of us. How could a stubborn and impulsive fisherman become the "rock" upon which Jesus would build his Church? Bringing together biblical accounts, historical evidence, Church teaching, classical art, and personal insights, Dr. ...
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St. Gregory of Nazianzus | Catholic Saints
Dr. Chris Mooney shares about St. Gregory of Nazianzus, a 4th-century saint who served as the Bishop of Constantinople during the second ecumenical council in 381. Tradition has assigned him the title The Theologian, as he lived, wrote, and preached during the golden age of patristic theology.
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Mary, the Mother of God | Symbolon | Session 9
Witness how the radical faith, hope, and love of our Blessed Mother Mary, helped form our Church. By saying "yes" to God's plan for her life, his plan for the salvation of the world was set in motion—a work that continues today in every Catholic Church worldwide.
Enhance your experience with l...
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God's Doorkeeper: St. André of Montreal
On January 6, 1937, the death of a humble doorkeeper for a boys' college drew over a million people to Montreal for his funeral. For forty years, Brother André Bessette of the Congregation of Holy Cross welcomed people at the door and became known as a miraculous healer. God's Doorkeeper looks at...
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | Catholic Saints
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is the first native-born American to be a canonized saint! Her life was filled with profound suffering, yet she demonstrated deep perseverance and trust in God. Dr. Chris Mooney teaches us about the life and history of this incredible woman! Her feast day is January 4.
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Paul of Tarsus: Messenger of Jesus Christ
Widely considered Christianity's greatest evangelizer, Paul of Tarsus dedicated his life to spreading the Gospel, travelling far and wide to deliver the word of God. His journeys ultimately brought him to the heart of the Roman empire, where Christianity took root.
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Mary, Mother of God | Momenta Sacra
"Mary, Mother of God" is the premiere episode of Momenta Sacra (Latin for "Holy Moments"), a 10-episode short film series that brings to life inspiring stories of the Saints. Through their inspiring stories, we hope that viewers will be brought into a deeper yearning for prayer.