Welcome to the Five Books for Catholics podcast, where experts explain their pick of five outstanding books on an aspect of Catholic life, doctrine, or culture. Visit the website at www.fivebooksforcatholics.com
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Weekday Podcast from Dr. Tom Curran to awaken, unearth, and explore the riches of our Catholic Faith! Dr. Curran received his PhD in systematic theology from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., a graduate degree in theology from the Gregorian University in Rome, and has an undergraduate degree in philosophy. For over 15 years Dr. Curran has been the host of a Catholic weekday radio show and podcast that airs on more than 10 stations and reaches tens of thousands of Cathol ...
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In this podcast, Catholic Answers senior apologist Jimmy Akin will take up a different challenge to Catholicism every day of the year and show how you can defend the Faith and give answers to skeptics. It’s the perfect podcast for the thinking Catholic on the go—less than five minutes a day to learn a new apologetic argument.
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The books discussed in this episode are: On Lying & To Consentius, Against Lying by St. Augustine Summa theologiae II-II, qq. 57-120 (esp. 108-110) by St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Teaching About The Morality Of Falsehood by Rev. Julius A. Dorszynski Moral Absolutes: Tradition, Revision, and Truth by John Finnis Truthfulness, Lies, and Moral Philosop…
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Dr. Tom Curran gives a recap of Week 1 of his 33 day pilgrimage hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom talks about themes that are showing up on his pilgrimage: at an inflection point and trust "the way." Follow Tom on his Camino journey! @mycatholicfaithtv
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Dr. Tom Curran gives listeners a quick update on his pilgrimage hiking the Camino and shares an interview with Dr. William Lile, the ProLife Doc. Find an upcoming event with Dr. Bill Lile near you!
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Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis continue their discussion on 6 stages in marriage. Tom asks Fr. Lewis: Can public schools be an option for Catholic families? How do you help families discern a path for high school graduates and a new mission for empty-nesters?
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Dr. Tom Curran continues his 33 day pilgrimage hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom talks about the 4 reasons why he is hiking the Camino and shares insights on the devotion to the Holy Face. Follow Tom on his Camino journey! @mycatholicfaithtv
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Dr. Tom Curran starts his 33 Day Camino journey, as part of his 90 day goal toward living a 10x Life. Tom lists all the reasons why he should NOT be hiking the Camino and explains the obstacles in his way. Follow Tom on his Camino! @MyCatholicFaithTV
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Dr. Tom Curran continues to train for his upcoming pilgrimage, hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom shares insights on 5 themes related to the devotion to The Holy Face: personalization, spiritual attack, intercession, conduit of signs/wonders, and inculturation.
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Dr. Tom Curran shares his first insight on hiking the Camino: switching out his backpack and a flight delay. Tom continues to stream the multi-talk series on The Power of the Holy Spirit.
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Dr. Tom Curran travels to France to begin his Camino pilgrimage. Tom shares reflections from a previous interview with Fr. John Riccardo and streams the first talk in a multi-part series on the Power of the Holy Spirit.
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions: What does it mean that Mary was assumed into heaven? What happened when Enoch and Elijah died? Who is Venerable Leo Dupont? Today’s hosts continue to discuss 6 stages in marriage; picking up on stage 3, family-raising stage!
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The books discussed in this episode are: Vatican I: The Council and the Making of the Ultramontane Church by John W. O'Malley SJ The Conciliarist Tradition: Constitutionalism in the Catholic Church 1300-1870 by Francis Oakley Triumph in Defeat: Infallibility, Vatican I, and the French Minority Bishops by Margaret O'Gara The Pope and the Professor: …
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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from The Golden Arrow: The Revelations of Sr. Mary of St. Peter. (Tan Books) Tom talks about making acts of reparation for blasphemy and the need for that today!
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Dr. Tom Curran continues to train for his upcoming pilgrimage as he walks and talks about the significance of the passage of time. Tom shares stories about paying attention to signs, making a pilgrimage, the Holy Face devotion, and more!
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about: teen dating, marrying non-Catholics, advice for newlyweds, and the "non-negotiables." Today’s hosts continue to discuss 6 stages in marriage.
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Dr. Tom Curran walks with his listeners throughout the program, in training for his upcoming pilgrimage, and testifies to the work of reparation through The Holy Face devotion.
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The books discussed in this episode are: The Sources of Christian Ethics by Servais Pinckaers OP The Pinckaers Reader: Renewing Thomistic Moral Theology edited by John Berkman and Craig Steven Titus Morality: The Catholic View by Servais Pinckaers OP Passions and Virtue by Servais Pinckaers OP The Pursuit of Happiness - God's Way: Living the Beatit…
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From the Archive! Did Mary know Jesus would be sacrificed? Did she know she was created to be Queen? Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis explore insights on the Catholic Church’s teaching on Mary, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
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Dr. Tom Curran practices walking and talking as he trains for his upcoming pilgrimage, The Camino de Santiago. Tom reflects on the concepts of pilgrim, journey, home and companion.
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis for marriage counseling help! Today’s hosts begin to discuss 6 stages in marriage: preparing for marriage, the newlywed stage, family stage, grandparent stage, the later years stage, and the circumstance of divorce/annulment.
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Dr. Tom and Kari Curran take a walk and reflect on 30 years of marriage, in preparation for walking The Camino. The Currans discuss the habit of walking, the pace of life and important conversations in courtship and marriage.
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The books recommended and discussed in this episode are: Troilus and Criseyde by St. Gregory Nazianzus The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer Oxford Guides to Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales by Helen Cooper Feminizing Chaucer by Jill Mann Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius Five Books for Catholics may receive a commission from qualifying purchas…
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Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the Feasts of Our Lady of the Snows, St. Dominic, Transfiguration and more! Tom reflects on witnessing the profession of perpetual vows to the consecrated life of religious sisters.
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Dr. Tom Curran honors Rev. Tom Vandernberg, recently deceased priest of the Archdiocese of Seattle, by sharing a past interview with Fr. Tom on his book Rediscovering a Pearl of Great Price: The Surprising Sacrament of Matrimony.
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Dr. Tom Curran follows up with Fr. Lawrence Carney after his first interview about his book The Secret of the Holy Face: The Devotion Destined to Save Society. (tanbooks.com) Hear testimonies about how the Devotion to The Holy Face is lived out daily!
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel about the life and legacy of St John Vianney: holiness, strong preaching, easy penance, and spiritual protection.
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Dr. Tom and Kari Curran share insights from early morning walks as a couple and give tips on planning a faith-filled, family retreat. The Currans share stories from their recent family reunion, both the mishaps and successes!
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The books recommended in this episode are: Theology of the Liturgy: The Sacramental Foundation of Christian Existence (Collected Works, vol. 11) by Joseph Ratzinger Altar and Church: Principles of Liturgy from Early Christianity by Mons. Stefan Heid My Body Given for You: History and Theology of the Eucharist by Helmut Hoping The Roman Mass: From E…
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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, Spiritual Director at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, to discuss: being spit on, the difference between a nun vs. sister, the meaning of wearing the habit, hiking the Camino, and more! Register for a retreat at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center.
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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on the dynamic of Martha, Mary and Lazarus in scripture. Tom gives practical examples of the “Martha vs. Mary” moment in daily life and reflects on the complementarity of prayer and action!
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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: What's your favorite month for saint feast days? Today's hosts discuss upcoming Feasts of St. John Vianney, Dedication of St. Mary Major, Transfiguration, St. Dominic, and more!
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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Brendan Case, Founding-Servant of the Companions of the Holy Spirit, to testify to experiencing the person and gifts of the Holy Spirit! Join Brendan Case at an Upcoming Retreat in the Pacific Northwest.
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The books recommended and discussed in this episode are: Theological and Dogmatic Works by St. Ambrose Enchantment and Creed in the Hymns of Ambrose of Milan by Brian Dunkle SJ Ambrose of Milan: Deeds and Thought of A Bishop by Caesare Pasini Ambrose by Boniface Ramsay OP The Spirit of Early Christian Thought: Seeking the Face of God by Robert Loui…
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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Sister Colleen, Poor Clare Nun in the Franciscan Monastery of Saint Clare in Spokane, Washington. Sr. Colleen shares her testimony of participating in the National Eucharistic Congress 2024 in Indianapolis.
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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Chrysostom Mijinke, O.P., Assistant Director of the Newman Center at University of Washington. Fr. Chrysostom testifies to the work of the Holy Spirit, through Encounter School of Ministry Seattle Campus.
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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Brendan McCauley, President & Co-Founder of Humanum Project, writer, and international speaker for the Theology of the Body Institute. Join Brendan McCauley at an upcoming TOB retreat. (ihrc.net)
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about the National Eucharistic Congress processions, making a pilgrimage, the purpose of prayer, and more! Hear insights on The Wellsprings of Prayer, as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC: 2652]
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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. JK Adams, S.J. about the graces of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius Loyola and the concept of being a “contemplative in action.” Join Fr. JK Adams at an upcoming 8 -Day Ignatian retreat! (IHRC.net)
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The books discussed in this episode are: The Principles of Psychology by William James On The Trinity (De Trinitate), Book 11 by St. Augustine Summa theologiae, Secunda Pars (I-II, qq. 1-70) (I-II, qq. 71-114 ) (II-II, qq. 1-56) (II-II, qq. 57-140) (II-II, qq. 141-189) by St. Thomas Aquinas Treatise on the Love of God by St. Francis de Sales The At…
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In honor of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on carmelite themes, such as: being on a journey and going out “into the deep.” (Luke: 5) Tom talks about his 40 day preparation strategy for walking the Camino de Santiago.
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about news within the Catholic Church: Who can be a spiritual director? Why was Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò excommunicated? Why is there so much political division? Where do you find accurate news sources?
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Dr. Tom and Kari Curran reflect on parenting teens and college-aged kids during Summer Break. The Currans reflect back on their successes and failures in teaching lessons and habits to their children.
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The books recommended in this episode are: Intention by G.E.M. Anscombe Ethics, Religion and Politics: Collected Philosophical Papers, Volume III by G.E.M. Anscombe Faith in a Hard Ground: Essays on Religion, Philosophy and Ethics by G.E.M. Anscombe edited by Mary Geach and Luke Gormally The Philosophy of Elizabeth Anscombe by Roger Teichmann The W…
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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on the call of the great Jubilee Year of 2000 and the work of Pope John Paul II. Did we miss the moment of grace? Tom talks about 3 diversions away from renewal in the Church: infidelity, inconsistency and slowness to act
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What is the stigmata? Why do some people experience it? Are there any stigmatists alive today? Dr. Tom Curran talks about the stigmata, in honor of the Feast of St. Veronica Giuliani.
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Dr. Tom Curran discerns making a big decision on the program with listeners. Do you feel a prompting by the Holy Spirit? Tom talks about how to discern and obey a call from the Lord to take action.
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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Kurt Nagel discuss five basic practices to grow in holiness: seek brotherhood, spend silent time with the beloved, "don't take yourself too seriously," engage with courage, and access the Holy Spirit.
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Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections from his 4th of July vacation to Lake Chelan, Wa, and Spokane Hoopfest. Tom talks about the pollution of noise, the odor of camping, the gift of vacating, and more!
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The books and resources recommended in this episode are: Listening to Bach: The Mass in B Minor and the Christmas Oratorio by Daniel R. Melamed Bach by David Schulenberg Texts and Historically-Informed Translations for the Music of Johann Sebastian Bach by Michael Marissen and Daniel R. Melamed Bloomington Bach Cantata Project directed by Daniel R.…
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Dr. Tom Curran and Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, share insights on the call to become a saint and how to prepare young people for obstacles working against those striving for holiness. Check out upcoming events at the Immaculate Heart Retreat Center.
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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Lawrence Carney about his book The Secret of the Holy Face: The Devotion Destined to Save Society. (tanbooks.com) Fr. Lawrence talks about what the devotion to the Holy Face looks like and how the devotion is lived out daily.
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