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Catholic:Under The Hood #213 – Catholic Treasure Chest

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:11:51 +0000

In 1938, Pope Pius XI sent a call to the United States Church for the promotion of citizenship and faith. Response to this call led to some of the first Catholic comic books which not only relate the concerns of the American Catholic in the 40s, 50s, and 60s but also proved to be very prophetic.

Links:
History of religious comic books in the 1940s, including Catholic comic books
Index, issues and information on Treasure Chest of Fun and Fact
This Godless Communism
Pettigrew for President

Catholic Roundup
Life on Fire

The Krampus and Perchten in Austria video

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Catholic:Under The Hood #212 – The Coming of the Great Monarch

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:36:32 +0000

For centuries Catholics in Europe believed in the coming of a Great Monarch and a Final Pope who would foreshadow the End Times. This episode looks at these legends and what the Catholic Church teaches about prophecy.

Links:
Again, these prophecies have not been declared valid by the Magisterium and should be viewed with historical interest only

Prophecy of St. Malachy on the Popes
St. Constantine XI
Prophecy of Adso Montier-en-Der
Prophecy of Pseudo-Methodius

Catechism on the End Times – paragraphs 672-677

Photo of Constantine XI by Tilemahos Efthimiadis

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Catholic:Under The Hood #211 – Catholic Schools versus the KKK

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:21:23 +0000

In the 1920’s the Ku Klux Klan tried to shut down Catholic and other private schools in Oregon in the name of protecting American values. The effects of this would go all the way to the Supreme Court and help define human rights in the United States even today. Plus the Eucharistic Prayer in the East and West.

Links:
Pierce vs Society of School Sisters Supreme Court Decision
The Ku Klux Klan’s attempts to abolish Catholic Schools in Washington and Oregon

See also:
David B. Tyack. “The Perils of Pluralism: The Background of the Pierce Case,”American Historical Review, Vol. 74, No. 1 (Oct., 1968), pp. 74–98

Plus a new book coming out on the case:
Cross Purposes by Paula Abrams

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Catholic:Under The Hood #210 – Werewolves!!!

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 14:43:00 +0000

It’s time for the annual Halloween episode and a look at what Catholics have believed about werewolves – friendly critters or ferocious creatures? Plus an R rated Cars DVD? and some great feedback.

Links:
A good article on the history of beliefs about werewolves
The Catholic Pilot Podcast
The Catholic Laboratory Podcast
A Spooky Night at Kneipp Springs
Joe Johnson’s Jazz

Photo by Ghetu Daniel

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Catholic:Under The Hood #209 – The Orphan Train

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 12:42:00 +0000

For decades thousands of Catholic children from New York traveled across the country on the Orphan, Mercy, and Baby Trains. Their stories show us the hope of the American experience, but also the darkness of the past.

Links:
Books
The Orphan Trains: Placing Out In America by Marilyn Irvin Holt
The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction by Linda Gordon

Websites
The Mercy Train in Nebraska
The Story of Sarah Hunt

The Orphan Train performed by Uncle Earl at the Live Music Archive

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Catholic:Under The Hood #208 – Good Samaritan

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:50:17 +0000

Bishop Dougherty of Philadelphia called Mother Anna Dengel a Canon Law buster. But Mother Theresa of Calcutta would say that Mother Dengel’s influence went far beyond Canon Law.

Links:
Medical Mission Sisters

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Catholic:Under The Hood #207 – Healthy Catholic Foodie

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 20:50:29 +0000

At the age of 28, he was told he had only a month to live – forty eight years later thousands from all over the world, including Pope Leo XIII, sought his advice for good health.

Links:
Fr. Sebastian Kneipp’s Water Cure and other public domain texts by or about him

Kneipp’s Cough Remedy
Kneipp Bread

Clip from Sebastian Kneipp der wasserdoktor

Healthy Catholic
The Catholic Foodie

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Catholic:Under The Hood #206 – Seeking Truth

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:13:25 +0000

When Fr. Georges Lemaître theory that would come to be known as The Big Bang, profoundly affected the worlds of theology and science. Indeed, it continues to do so today as humanity continues to search for truth.

Links:
Isaac Asimov’s “The Last Question”
Paul’s Men Podcast

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Catholic:Under The Hood #205 – Batman and the Legion of Decency

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 18:12:44 +0000

For decades the Catholic Legion of Decency deeply influenced the US motion picture industry and the issues it responded to are still with us today. Plus, a bat in the classroom, Mary’s Meals and new podcasts.

Links:
Pius XI’s Vigilanti Cura

The Hitchiker’s Guide Blog
Catholic Vitamins Podcast
In Our Time Podcast

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CUTH #204 – Archbishop Joseph M Raya

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:59:43 +0000

Archbishop Joseph M. Raya was a tireless worker for social justice throughout the Middle East and the United States and he was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. Hear why his example continues to be valuable for us today. Plus, visiting Salzburg and Munich.

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Links:
“Go to the Deep” on Archbishop Raya
Wikipedia site on Archbishop Raya

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Catholic:Under The Hood #203 – Hospitals and Holy Fools

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 19:24:14 +0000

I’m back in business with a new episode on how Pope Innocent III began the public hospital in Europe and the patron saint of Holy Fools, Saint Simeon, who reminds us not to judge by appearances as well as things not to do when you are in church. Plus, what I’ve been up to since the last episode.

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Catholic:Under The Hood #202 Confession and Communion Part II

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 01:37:44 +0000

n the second part of our examination of the relationship between Confession and Communion we look at developments from the Council of Trent up to the present and see how the Church once again emphasized the Eucharist as a means of forgiveness and healing.

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Catholic:Under The Hood #201 – Confession and Communion Part I

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 23:46:44 +0000

From the beginnings of the Church, the confession of sins has been part of the reception of the Holy Eucharist, this episode looks at the historical reasons for that connection from the Apostolic times through the Middle Ages and what that connection shows us about our own connection to the Body of Christ. Plus, listener feedback on Elvis and the Catholic Church.

Links:
The Catholic Roundup

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Catholic:Under The Hood #200 – The King and The Church

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:54:48 +0000

It’s Episode #200 and what a better topic than The King! Elvis’ had a scandalous and an inspirational relationship with the Catholic faith from the beginning of his musical career until it’s end. Indeed he continues to inspire some Catholics in different ways today. Plus, the CNMC and Bears. A special thanks to all of the listeners, here’s to another 200 episodes!

Links:
Elvis’ “Let Us Pray” from the move “Change of Habit”
Elvis’ The Miracle of the Rosary from Elvis Now
Antoniu Petrescu – priest and Elvis impersonator

The Catholic Roundup
The Catholic Laboratory

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Catholic:Under The Hood #199 – Doctor Illuminatus

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:17:21 +0000

Raymond Llull, a 13th century Franciscan blessed, with influence in theology, logic, computers, and even an appearance in Marvel Comics! Plus, when priests sing with sisters.

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The Portiuncula Indulgence

Photo of a Priest Hole from the Mary in Monmouth blog

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Catholic:Under The Hood #198 – Priest Holes

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:13:45 +0000

It’s the Feast of the Sacred Heart and the beginning of the Year of the Priest, so in today’s episode we look at a time when serving as a priest could literally cost your life and we also look at the oldest prayer to the Blessed Mother that we still use today. Plus a contest for a free CD!

Links:
Pictures of Priest Hole by Richard Marsden at Bashing Secularism
Video of a Priest Hole
Information on the Year of the Priest from the USCCB

Sub Tuum Praesidium in Greek, Slavonic, Latin and English

“Under Your Mercy” by The Kiev Seminary Choir from Hymns of the All Night Vigil on Magnatune
“Sub Tuum Praesidium” chanted by the Abtei Mariawald

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Catholic:Under The Hood #197 – The Angelus

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:31:31 +0000

As the famous painting by Millet shows, the Angelus has been an important part of Franciscan and Catholic spirituality for hundreds of years. It inspires devotion to the saving deeds of Christ and reminds us of our own participation in that salvation.

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The Angelus

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Catholic:Under The Hood #196 – Crowned in Marriage

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 14:00:46 +0000

A look at the Eastern Catholic/Orthodox rite of marriage and the theology of this most wonderful sacrament. Plus, a few words on the Franciscan Crown.

Links:
Music for this Episode
Psalm 128 at the time of wedding from Don’t Cry Rachel by Ensemble Sreteniye at Magnatune
Rejoice, O Isaiah/O Holy Martyrs/Glory to Thee, O Christ God by Orthodox Two Part Music
Many Years from Christian Themes in Ukrainian Folk Songs by Drevo at Magnatune

Photo by capu4inka

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Catholic:Under The Hood #195 – Truth and Beauty

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 31 May 2009 01:08:49 +0000

Join me in a conversation with Professor Jennifer Healy as we discuss Catholicism and Art over a cup of tea. Plus, listener e-mail.

Links:
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Work of William Congdon

Epic – series on Church History
The Church History series

The Sun and Moon Over Assisi

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Catholic:Under The Hood #194 – Delicious Coffee!

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Tue, 26 May 2009 02:57:30 +0000

Learn how the “Devil’s Brew” was “baptized” and became the preferred beverage of tired monks and friars everywhere. Plus, another monastic beverage with a bit different effect. God bless the monks!

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Catholic:Under The Hood #193 – The Smiling Pope

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Mon, 11 May 2009 20:23:33 +0000

Pope John Paul I’s papacy lasted only 33 days, but he still made a tremendous impression upon the faithful and the the world. Plus, Fr. Seraphim attempts to yodel.

Links:

Illustrissimi – the letters of Pope John Paul I

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Catholic:Under The Hood #192 – Habemus Papam?

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Tue, 05 May 2009 14:47:39 +0000

The Conclave of 1903 revealed the human element of papal election as well as the divine and it would change the nature of Papal elections ever since. Plus, Fr. Seraphim gets a taste of the outdoors.

Links:
Video of “The Jump”
Email address for contacting Sr. Gaudia – pielgrzymki (at) milosierdzie.pl
Earlier episode on the Secular Franciscans

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Catholic:Under The Hood #191 – The Mercy of God

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 14:46:55 +0000

This week’s episode is a special lecture from Sr. Gaudia from the Shrine of Divine Mercy in Poland speaking about Sr. Faustina and the spirituality of Divine Mercy. Also, listener e-mail with some more questions about Orthodoxy and the Eastern Churches.

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Catholic:Under The Hood #190 – Barack, Joachim and the Franciscans

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 18:47:22 +0000

What is the truth behind the relationship of President Barack Obama and Joachim of Fiore and why are there so many different types of Franciscans? Listen to this weeks CUTH for the answers.

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Catholic:Under The Hood Special – The Life of Saint Mary of Egypt

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:13:30 +0000

A special episode dedicated to the life of the patron saint of penitents and a saint very popular in both the Eastern and Western Churches. Her story can inspire all of us to repentance and trust in God’s mercy.

Links:
From Magnatune.com
Kyiv Chamber Choir – One Thousand Years Of Ukrainian Sacred Music
By the Rivers of Babylon

Kyiv Seminary Choir
Traditional worship singing of Kiev-Pechersk Lavra
Lord I cry unto Thee and Now lettest Thou depart

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Catholic:Under The Hood #189 – The Penitent Man

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:02:57 +0000

Lent is the season of penance and what better example of penance than that of the Order of Penitents. Find out what it takes to undergo a “second baptism”, plus listener e-mail.

Links:
Confraternity of Penitents
Kyrie Eleison – Kyiv Chamber Choir
One Thousand Years Of Ukrainian Sacred Music from Magnatune.com

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Catholic:Under The Hood – #188 – The Swallow

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:25:49 +0000

The Swallow in Europe has spiritual links both to Jesus Christ and to his Blessed Mother. The Swallow also announces the coming of spring and of our Savior. Plus, the Akathist and animal sounds.

Links:
Paul Camarata’s Saint Cast Episode on The Swallows of Capistrano
Ordinary of the Mass in Eight Languages

Picture – Swallow by Philip Price

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Catholic:Under The Hood #187 – Sober Joy

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 18:36:32 +0000

More on the saying of Alleluia during Lent, this time why the Eastern Church says it so often. Information on the devotion to St. Joseph and St. Patrick in the Eastern Church.

Links:
Chimes of the Kiev Pechersk Lavra – Monks and Choirs of Kiev Pechersk Lavra
Wild Rover – Marc Gunn
Pope John Paul II’s letter to artists

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Catholic:Under The Hood #186 – The A- Word

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:51:27 +0000

The history of “Alleluia” and why we don’t say it during the Lenten season, the Mission of the Eastern Catholic Church and a patron saint for metrologists – not meteorologists.

Links:
Out of Print Catholic Books
Metrology work by Ephiphanius of Salamis
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Catholic:Under The Hood #185 – The Church in India

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:48:11 +0000

Fr. John Kochuchira, TOR shares his reflections on the Catholic Church in India, meeting with Blessed Mother Teresa and becoming a priest. Plus, I share my Lenten reading.

Links:
The Art of Prayer – Collected writings on the Jesus Prayer
Unseen Warfare – Guide to spiritual improvement

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Catholic:Under The Hood #184 – Protecting Life

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:46:03 +0000

A special interview with Deirdre McQuade, the assistant director for policy and communications with the USCCB, about FOCA and the Right to Life Movement. Plus, travel in Poland and “What is God Doing In My Life Right Now” Day

Links:
National Committee for a Human Life Amendment
USCCB’s Pro-Life Page
Photos of me celebrating Mass at Czestochowa

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Catholic:Under The Hood #183 – Caravaggio and Conversion

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 20:40:58 +0000

It’s the Year of St. Paul and one of the most famous depictions of his conversion was done by the artist Caravaggio, not only a striking image, but an interesting history. Plus, a bit more on the Eastern Churches and What Is God Doing In My Life Right Now Day.

Links:
The Catholic Foodie

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Catholic:Under The Hood #182 – Sacraments in the East and West

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 07:34:04 +0000

Today’s episode looks at differences and similarities in the understanding of the sacraments in the Catholic and Orthodox Church, a review of the movie Pope Dreams and what to do when you don’t understand the language of the Mass.

Links:
Pope Dreams
Magnificat

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Catholic:Under The Hood #181 – Union in Love

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:29:34 +0000

How Ecumenical Patriarch Athenagoras and Pope Paul VI took important steps toward promoting Church union, visiting Salzburg and Munich and answers to listener questions.

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Catholic:Under The Hood #180 – Separation and Union

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 20:53:21 +0000

Archbishop John Ireland and why some call him the founder of the Orthodox Church in America. Plus, the problems of cold churches and an interesting icon exhibit.

Links:
Light of the East – Very interesting podcast by Fr. John Loya of the Eastern Catholic Church
Shepherd of Souls – Another interesting podcast by Fr. Peter Preble of the Orthodox Church
My Austrian and other pictures

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Catholic:Under The Hood #179 – The Jesuit Bark

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:39:29 +0000

Hear why some call the Jesuits the first multinational pharmaceutical organization (and what that has to do with their bark) also music appreciation and a visit from the Magi.

Links:
Mongol Beach Party
The Austrian Dreikönig Tradition and the Sternsingen
tradition of Epiphany

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Catholic:Under The Hood Videocast #13 – A Visit of the Three Magi

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:43:58 +0000

See a special Austrian tradition as the Three Magi arrive at the town of Scheibbs in Austria on horseback, bearing gifts and singing songs.

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Catholic:Under The Hood #178 – Rosary Crusade

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:50:34 +0000

Austria was in very bad shape after the end of WWII but a renewed devotion to the Rosary brought hope and freedom. Plus, the celebration of Silvester/Sylvester and some great music.

Links:
Website for Rosary Crusade for World Peace [in German]
Mary in Monmouth – the blog/podcast for information on Catholic history in England
“O Tannenbaum” by Gian Carlo Cervone

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Catholic:Under The Hood #177 – The Babushka

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 15:03:23 +0000

Hear a famous story of someone who was too busy during Christmastime and a history of the Catholic Church’s care for unwanted children.

Link:
“Have come the 3 kings to Christ with gifts” by Drevo from magnatune.com

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Catholic:Under The Hood Videocast#12 – The Presepio

Fr. Seraphim Beshoner — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 17:13:57 +0000

A meditation video of the Presepio of Sts. Cosmas and Damian in Rome to help you prepare for Christmas.

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