Godsplaining - Dominican Friars Province of St. Joseph

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St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) Aug 07, 2025

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Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Gregory chat all about philosopher and Catholic-convert turned Carmelite nun Edith Stein, otherwise known as St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross. The friars take us through her early life, her beliefs in metaphysics, phenomenology, womanhood, to her end at a Nazi concentration camp.

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Sacrifice, Suffering & Mary as Our Mother w/ Fr. Donald Haggerty Aug 04, 2025

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Fr. Donald Haggerty joins Fr. Joseph-Anthony on this episode of Guestsplaining to reflect on the state of the Church and the spiritual trials facing Catholics today. Drawing from his book "The Hour of Testing," Fr. Haggerty emphasizes the need for prayer, sacrifice, and dependence on the Blessed Mother, who stands as our model of strength, surrender, and fidelity.

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Church and/or State? Jul 31, 2025

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Catholics are no doubt involved in politics - take JD Vance for example. What is the relationship between church and state like? Should Christians obey the state? What does the historical context look like? On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Bonaventure break down everything we as Christians need to know about church and state.

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Can Christians KILL? Jul 24, 2025

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In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Joseph-Anthony tackle the challenging question: Can Christians kill? They explore the proper interpretation of the Fifth Commandment—“Thou shalt not kill”—and clarify the Catholic beliefs regarding this demand. What about Catholics in the military? IS there a difference, to God, when it comes to killing? What about the death penalty?

Godsplaining Men's Retreat
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Catholicism in Australia w/ Archbishop Anthony Fisher, O.P. Jul 21, 2025

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Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick welcome Archbishop Anthony Fisher, O.P. of Sydney. What's it like being a Catholic in Australia? What trends are bringing secular Australians to the Church? The three friars talk Gen Z, (dis)trust in authority, the importance of reason, unification, and what the Archbishop hopes to bring to the people of God.

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The Papacy and Pope Leo XIV Jul 17, 2025

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Fr. Patrick and Fr. Bonaventure are back at it—this time unpacking all things papacy and the American Pope. From the Scriptural roots to the role of the modern Pope as theologian-in-chief and global shepherd, the friars introduce the newly elected Pope Leo XIV. What's his deal? Where’d he come from, and what might his papacy mean for the Church and the world?

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Godsplaining Day of Recollection in TULSA, OKLAHOMA

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The Inescapable Weirdness of the Christian Life Jul 10, 2025

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Christian life can be weird, especially for a Catholic. We certainly stand out from the crowd when you think of how we worship, have intangible relationships, and our belief of immortality. Are Christians superstitious? Is being a 'weird' Christian simply inescapable? Should we embrace our weirdness?

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Mountaineering, Masculinity & Modern Technology w/ Fr. John Nepil Jul 07, 2025

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In this episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Patrick sits down with Fr. John Nepil to explore the themes of his new book, "To Heights and Unto Depths: Letters from the Colorado Trail." They dive into the spiritual lessons of wilderness, the rediscovery of authentic masculinity through shared hardship, and how stepping away from modern technology opens space for encountering God.

Fr. John's book can be found here
https://ignatius.com/to-heights-and-unto-depths-thudp/

Fr. John's podcast, "Catholic Stuff You Should Know", can be found here https://catholicstuffpodcast.com/

Godsplaining MEN'S RETREAT

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Can I Miss My Vocation? Jul 03, 2025

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In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Joseph-Anthony explore the nuanced question: Can someone miss their vocation? They dive into how God’s providence, human freedom, and discernment work together in the journey toward one’s vocation—whether to marriage, religious life, priesthood, or consecrated singlehood. How should we discern? How do we trust in the Lord's Divine Providence?

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Plato and His Dialogues Jun 26, 2025

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In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Bonaventure explore the enduring relevance of Plato's philosophical works, emphasizing their significance in contemporary Catholic thought. Throughout the episode, the friars emphasize the importance of revisiting classical philosophical works like Plato's dialogues to enhance one's understanding of faith and reason.

Key Themes Discussed:
Socratic Method and Dialogue
Theory of Forms
Virtue and the Good Life
Plato's Influence on Christian Thought
Application to Modern Faith Practice

Plato's 5 Dialogues
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