Thu, 29 July 2010
Fr. Larry lays down his wisdom regarding the Roman Clerical Collar. He and Fr. Dave discuss the origin, the variations, and the customs of the collar.
Direct download: FactsFaith_018-The_Roman_Clerical_Collar.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT |
Thu, 22 July 2010
There is a list of things that the Church expects as the minimum of all members. Do you know what they are? Fr. Larry gives us the list, which is sometimes called The Precepts of the Church.
Direct download: FactsFaith_016-The_Precepts_of_the_Church.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT |
Mon, 19 July 2010
If you plan to visit Rome, you must listen to this Fact of Faith! Fr. Larry tells us about the Scala Sancta, a true sight to see in Rome.
Direct download: FactsFaith_013-The_Scala_Sancta_-_The_Holy_Stairs.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:22pm EDT |
Thu, 15 July 2010
Who knew that there was both an art and a science to church bells? Fr. Larry gives us a Fact of Faith that involves the history, making, and variety of church bells.
Direct download: FactsFaith_012-Church_Bells_-_Campanology.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT |
Tue, 13 July 2010
A Pope's choosing of his Papal name is always symbolic on some level, so Fr. Larry gives us some details on the life of one of the previous Pope Benedicts, in hope that we may gain a deeper understanding of Pope Benedict XVI.
Direct download: FactsFaith_011-The_Previous_Pope_Benedict_XV.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT |
Thu, 8 July 2010
Fact guru Fr. Larry gives us a Fact of Faith about a popular wedding ritual, the Unity Candle. He and Fr. Dave discuss the symbolism involved, the liturgical flow of the nuptial mass and the story of the Unity Candle's popularization. |
Tue, 6 July 2010
Fr. Larry answers the oft-asked question; 'How many times can I receive communion in one day?' He also tells us how many times a priest can celebrate mass, answers an intern's question, and even discusses the philosophy behind Roman Law!
Direct download: FactsFaith006b-Receiving_Communion_Twice_in_a_Day.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 6:05am EDT |
Thu, 1 July 2010
Fr. Larry explains what has happened to St. Paul’s remains after he was martyred in Rome. He and Fr. Dave also discuss St. Paul’s Basilica - one of the four main basilicas in Rome - and a kooky superstition associated with it.
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