Catholic Saints

Augustine Institute

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the men and women the Catholic Church officially recognize as saints? In these interviews, scripture scholars from the Augustine Institute dive into the lives of the Saints to help all the faithful come to a deeper understanding of those heroic men and women who have been transformed by the love of God. In this Catholic podcast, learn about St. Augustine, St. Monica, St. Philip Neri, St. Catherine of Siena, and many more.
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#397
Yesterday · 19 min
What is a relic?
Dr. Klein and Taylor Kemp explain relics as a sign of Christian hope and the classification of different types within the Church. How do relics connect with our understanding of Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist? Why does the Church discourage cremation but approve the veneration of relics? Find out in this episode.
#396
Thursday · 19 min
St. Elizabeth (relative of Mary)
Saint Elizabeth of the Bible may be considered one of the first members of Christ’s Church as she greets Mary and proclaims her as the “Mother of my Lord.” Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Michael Barber discuss how Saint Elizabeth is a model for the family of the Church and faith that God fulfills what He has spoken. Hear how her story of the miraculous conception and birth of John the Baptist can be a testament of faith to our lives in this episode of the Catholic Saints Podcast.
#395
Tuesday · 22 min
St. Malachy of Armagh
A saint of the Middle Ages, St. Malachy served as a bishop in Ireland and helped to reform the Church there, navigating many difficult political situations. Join Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Mary McGeehan as they dive into the life of St. Malachy of Armagh.
#394
November 1 · 30 min
Remembering the Dead and Celebrating the Saints
Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Elizabeth Klein, professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School, discuss the importance of remembering the dead in purgatory, celebrating the Saints in heaven, and the Catholic perspective on Halloween.
#393
October 30 · 15 min
St. Marcellus of Tangier
St. Marcellus is an early Christian military martyr that inspires conversation on the obligations one has to his or her country. Dr. Elizabeth Klein shares St. Marcellus’ story and principles that prompt an examination of conscience about where our allegiance lies and to what cause or end we fight for.
#392
October 28 · 30 min
St. Jude
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#391
October 26 · 18 min
St. Alfred the Great
Dr. Carl Vennerstrom and Mary McGeehan share details of the life of St. Alfred the Great, a 9th century English saint. Due to Danish invasion, Christian practices and clerical literacy rates were in decline as Alfred was growing up. Inspired by his faith and his duty as king, St. Alfred dedicated his life to rebuild England’s Christian education and culture.
#390
October 22 · 25 min
Pope Saint John Paull II
Many know this pope as an erudite and charismatic leader, but from a young age, he was no stranger to suffering, and these trials shaped his heart of courage and love. In this episode, Mary Kate McNamara, Manager of Pilgrimages at the Augustine Institute sits down with Father Tegha Nji to have a conversation about the life and legacy of Pope Saint John Paul II. Rev. Tegha Afuhwi Nji is an assistant professor of theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augus
#389
October 18 · 23 min
St. Luke
Known as the beloved physician and faithful friend of St. Paul, St. Luke is a crucial figure for the Church’s knowledge of Christ’s earthly ministry and the early Church. Join Dr. Ben Akers and Taylor Kemp as they explore the life and legacy of the author of the Gospel according to Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.
#388
October 15 · 31 min
St. Teresa of Avila
Dr. Ben Akers and Annette Bergeon, Executive Director of Endow, discuss St. Teresa of Avila and her love of conversations with Jesus.
#387
October 11 · 17 min
Pope St. John XXIII
Join Dr. David Moser and Dr. Elizabeth Klein to learn about "Good Pope John." Though most well-known for calling the Second Vatican Council, this kind, humble man teaches us much about compassion and prayer. Dr. David Moser is an assistant professor of theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augustine.edu.
#386
October 9 · 22 min
Writings of the Saints: Saint John Henry Newman's "Intellect, the Instrument of Religious Training"
To many, it may seem that one's intellect and one's faith have little to do with each other, but, in "Intellect, the Instrument of Religious Training," a sermon meant for university faculty and students, Saint John Henry Newman shows us otherwise. Join Dr. Christopher Blum and Dr. Elizabeth Klein for the first in a monthly series of new episodes within the Catholic Saints podcast that focuses on "Writings of the Saints." If you would like to learn more about the life and legacy of Saint John Hen
#385
October 6 · 22 min
St. Bruno
Over the course of life, we will probably experience God's call to share the gifts He gave us in many different ways. Saint Bruno certainly did! Before founding the Carthusian order, he had already lived a life of service through teaching many who would go on to lead within the Church, including a pope, who would later call him out of the monastery and back to Rome. Join Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they introduce us to Saint Bruno. Dr. Elizabeth Klein is an associate profes
#384
October 4 · 26 min
St. Francis of Assisi
Dr. Tim Gray and Paul McCusker talk about the incredible Saint Francis of Assisi. This massive figure of the Church spread the Gospel with incredible power and grace throughout the 13th century.
#383
October 1 · 30 min
St. Thérèse on Holiness
Dr. Ben Akers & Dr. Scott Hefelfinger, Professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology, discuss St. Therese of Lisieux, a great modern-day saint and Doctor of the Church. Watch Catholic Saints on FORMED. Sign Up for FORMED. Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
#382
September 29 · 26 min
The Choirs of Angels, Archangels, & Guardian Angels
How do we know angels exist, and where do we learn about them? What are the different types of angels? How do we relate to our guardian angels? Join Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp to dive into these questions and more.
#381
September 26 · 15 min
Sts. Cosmas and Damian
Join Dr. Jean-Paul Juge and Dr. Elizabeth Klein as they discuss the lives and legacy of these twin brothers -- both physicians who offered their services for free and who became martyrs for their faith. These saints help us to meditate on the meaning of healing -- both body and soul -- and on Jesus as the Divine Physician. Dr. Jean-Paul Juge is a teaching fellow in the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augustine.edu.
#380
September 23 · 20 min
Praying with St. Padre Pio
This twentieth-century Franciscan mystic had the extraordinary gifts of bilocation, the ability to read hearts, and the Stigmata, just to name a few, but what Saint Padre Pio has to teach us about prayer is extremely practical. Join Father Tegha Afuhwi Nji and Dr. Jessica Ewell for this final episode in the monthly series Praying with the Saints. Rev. Tegha Afuhwi Nji is an assistant professor of theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augustine.edu.
#379
September 21 · 31 min
St. Matthew
Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Michael Barber discuss the Gospel writer and Apostle, St. Matthew. To learn more about the Gospel of St. Matthew, Dr. Gray and Dr. Barber have an ongoing weekly Bible Study that walks through this beautiful Gospel.
#378
September 18 · 30 min
St. Joseph of Cupertino
Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Sean Innerst discuss the mystic & saint, Joseph of Cupertino.

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