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A Catholic Commentary on the Chosen

Catholic Commentary on The Chosen helps Catholics engage with the immensely popular TV series depicting the life of Christ. Using the fullness of the faith and authentic Catholic imagination, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger help Catholics approach Scripture, creative license, and more in The Chosen.

Latest Episodes:

The Chosen S3 Ep 8: Sustenance Sep 25, 2024

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Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss the last episode of Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the scriptural and Jewish tradition of the queen mother, The Chosen's depiction of the Pharisees, and the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist.

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The Chosen S3 Ep 7: Ears to Hear Sep 18, 2024

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Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they unpack the historical background of the Decapolis, the depiction of the apostles struggling to understand Jesus' words, and the tradition of John as the beloved disciple.

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The Chosen S3 Ep 6: Intensity in Tent City Sep 11, 2024

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Sit down with Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the show's increasingly complex narrative and how it portrays the complexities of discipleship.

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The Chosen S3 Ep 5: Clean, Part 2 Sep 04, 2024

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Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of "Clean, Part 2", highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

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The Chosen S3 Ep 4: Clean, Part 1 Aug 28, 2024

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The Chosen depicts two powerful miracles in "Clean, Part 1": the healing of the woman with the flow of blood and the raising of Jairus' daughter. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger for another episode of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen. In this episode, they discuss ways The Chosen draws on Catholic tradition, the cost of discipleship, and the relationship between faith and reason.

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The Chosen S3 Ep 3: Physician, Heal Yourself Aug 21, 2024

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Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger are back to discuss Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Chosen: "Physician, Heal Yourself." In this episode, they discuss Jesus' return to Nazareth, the challenges of portraying the Son of God in media, Jesus' authoritative display in the synagogue, and his miraculous escape from danger.

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The Chosen S3 Ep 2: Two by Two Aug 14, 2024

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In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger explore Episode 2 of Season 3: "Two by Two." They consider the real consequences that following Jesus entails, how Jesus calls his disciples in spite of and because of their pasts, and how suffering can glorify God when it is transformed by grace.

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The Chosen S3 Ep 1: Homecoming Aug 07, 2024

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In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger dive into Season 3 of The Chosen and unpack its first episode: "Homecoming." Highlighting the episode's theological significance for Catholics, they reflect on The Chosen's interpretation of the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew's response, the mystery of evil, and the call of Judas.

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The Chosen S2 Ep 8: Beyond Mountains Jul 31, 2024

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Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Beyond Mountains,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

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The Chosen S2 Ep 7: Reckoning Jul 24, 2024

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Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Reckoning,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

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