Martyrs Podcast

9.2 Sin and Conscience

In this part of the class, Fr. Hall discusses what sin is, the components of a sin, and the difference between mortal and venial sin. He then dives into the topic of conscience. 

9.1 Intro to Morality

Morality is often misunderstood as a burdensome list of dos and don'ts. Fr. Hall helps to reframe our thinking about Christian morality through a basketball analogy and a discussion of the four levels of happiness.

Sr.Gabriel’s Conversion Story

Sr. Gabriel, M.S. tells her story of growing up apart from the church and questioning God's existence, the influence of great friends, and the slow workings of grace on her heart.

Resurrection and the Theology of the Body

Fr. Wahlmeier talks about our hope in the resurrection of the body and how this hope shapes in a positive way how we understand our bodies and the good things of this life.

Seeking Jesus Like Zacchaeus

Zacchaeus has fallen away from God, has become a traitor to his people, and has given in to greed. He turns to Jesus, presumably, as a last resort. His encounter with Jesus leaves him changed forever. Fr. Hall invites us to have the same encounter with Jesus, to invite him into our homes.

8.2 Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven

Beginning with a question about the resurrection, Mark then discusses the self-isolation of hell, the purification and justice of purgatory, and the joys of heaven. 

8.1 Death and Judgment

In this first part of the class, Director of Adult Faith Formation Mark Heffley takes us through the Christian attitude toward death and the nature of judgment. 

God So Loved the World

Reflecting on Wisdom, Fr. Wahlmeier draws our attention to God's relation to creation. God did not create anything because God needs it, but rather because He loves. We exist solely because God loves us. What about evil? Evil is the absence or distortion of something good. Fr. Wahlmeier helps us to consider our own lives and whether we imitate God's selfless love toward others or use others as objects for our own gratification. 

7.2 A Walk through Church History

In this second part of the class, Fr. Wahlmeier takes us through some pivotal moments and saints in Church history, answering a few questions along the way.

7.1 Saints and History

Fr. Wahlmeier teaches on the communion of saints, the special honor due to Mary, and St. John Henry Newman's insights regarding the development of doctrine.