Who is the Holy Spirit, and how does he work in the life of the Church? In this episode, Fr. Ken Geraci explains what Catholics believe about the Holy Spirit as the third person of the Most Holy Trinity, the love proceeding from the Father and the Son.

This episode explores the Holy Spirit’s pre...

What is Confirmation—and why does the Catholic Church consider it essential for living the Christian life? In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Dr. Elizabeth Klein explains how Confirmation completes our baptismal identity and strengthens us with the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

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What is Holy Week, and why is it the most sacred time in the Catholic Church? In this episode, Curtis Mitch walks through the meaning of Holy Week—from Jesus’ triumphant entry on Palm Sunday to His Passion, death, and Resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Discover how each day—Holy Thursday, Good Friday...

Do we put our faith in our savings account—or in the Lord? In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Professor Michael Barber unpacks the biblical meaning of almsgiving and why it is essential to the Christian life. Rooted in Jesus’ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount, almsgiving isn’t optional—...

In this episode, Deacon Koby Nguyen explains the true meaning of fasting in the Catholic Church. Learn how this spiritual practice draws us closer to God, connects to prayer and almsgiving, and helps open our hearts to love others. Perfect for Lent, Advent, or anytime you want to grow in holiness...

What is prayer, and why does it sometimes feel so difficult? In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Fr. Charles Archer explores prayer not as a technique to master, but as a living friendship with God. Drawing on Scripture, the wisdom of the saints, and the life of Jesus himself, he explains ...

Is the Catholic Church uncomfortable with sex—or even opposed to it? In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger explains why the Church sees sex not as something trivial or shameful, but as profoundly meaningful, good, and life-giving.

Drawing on Catholic teaching about mar...

What does it really mean to live a good life—and why isn’t good intention enough? In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Dr. Edward Sri explains why virtue is essential for becoming the kind of person who can truly love. Virtue isn’t just about self-improvement; it’s about freedom—the freedom...

Join Dr. Sean Innerst as he sits down to answer some of the most asked questions of What Catholics Believe. Why is the sacrament called “Baptism,” and what actually happens when someone is baptized? Does Baptism truly take away original sin—and what does the Church mean by “original sin” in the f...

Explore the true meaning of Christmas as Fr. Chris Martin unpacks what Catholics believe about the birth of Jesus. In this episode, he explains the biblical infancy narratives, Old Testament prophecies, the reality of Jesus as a historical person, and the meaning of the Incarnation. Learn why Jes...

Join Fr. Scott Bailey, a priest in the Archdiocese of Denver, as he answers some of the Internet's most asked questions about Lent. What is Lent? Why is Lent 40 days long? What should I give up for Lent?

Find out the answers to these and many more questions in this episode.

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Join Fr. Nathan Cromley as he answers some of the Internet's most pressing questions about work. Is work a result of sin? How should I balance work and family life? What is the meaning of work? Find out the Catholic Church's answer to these questions and more in this episode of What Catholics Bel...

Join Dr. Michael Barber, professor of Scripture and theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as he answers some of the Internet's most popular questions about the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Did the Resurrection actually happen? Was Jesus a ghost when he appeared to the ...

Join Fr. Scott Bailey, a priest in the Archdiocese of Denver, as he answers some of the Internet's most popular questions about the priesthood. Why can’t women be priests? Do priests get paid? Is the priesthood in the Bible?

Find out the answers to these and many more questions in this episode...

Join Dr. Michael Barber, professor of Scripture and theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as he answers some of the Internet's most popular questions about Christmas. Is Christmas a pagan holiday? Why is Christmas celebrated on December 25? What happened at the "first C...

Join Dr. Mark Giszczak, associate professor of Sacred Scripture at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as he answers some of the internet's most pressing questions about suffering.

If God is all good and loving, why do bad things happen to good people? What is the meaning of s...

Join Dr. Jim Prothro, associate professor of Scripture and Theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as he answers some of the internet's most pressing questions about the Sacrament of Confession. What happens if I commit the same sin again after confession? Is confession i...

In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Fr. Chris Martin explains what Advent is, why the Church celebrates it, and how Catholics can enter more deeply into this season of preparation. Discover the meaning behind the colors of Advent, the difference between Advent and Christmas, and how Script...

Is Halloween really a pagan holiday—or is it deeply Christian? In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Dr. Ben Akers explains the Catholic roots of Halloween, its connection to All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, and how Catholics can celebrate it faithfully. Discover the history of trick-or-t...

Join Dr. Mark Giszczak, associate professor of Sacred Scripture at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as he answers some of the internet's most pressing questions about the Jubilee.

What is a Jubilee year? What is a Holy Door? What are indulgences? Is the Jubilee year in Scri...

Join Dr. Jim Prothro, associate professor of Scripture and Theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as he answers some of the internet's most pressing questions about the Sacrament of Confession. Can a priest share the sins I confess? What is confession? Find out answers t...

Join Fr. Scott Bailey, a priest in the Archdiocese of Denver, as he answers some of the Internet's most popular questions about the priesthood.

Find out the answers to these and many more questions in this episode.

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Join David Uebbing as he unpacks the Catholic Church’s process of canonization—what it means, how it works, and why Saints matter in the life of faith. What are the stages of canonization? What qualifies someone to be declared a Saint? Do miracles still happen? And how can you become a Saint? Fin...

Join Dr. Michael Barber, professor of Scripture and theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, as he answers some of the Internet's most popular questions about Christmas. What are the 12 days of Christmas? Was Santa Claus a real person? What is Advent?

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