Catholic Family News's Podcast

Our stories this week include: (1) one of the female voting members of the Synod assembly scheduled to meet in Rome throughout the month of October; (2) the first over-the-counter contraceptive pill approved by the FDA; (3) an article by Phoenix Bishop John Dolan in which he reaffirms the "sacred identity" of "Catholics within the LGBTQ community"; and (4) Vatican journalist Aldo Maria Valli's new interview with Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò (the focus of which is the College of Cardinals and the appointment of Archbishop Victor Manuel Fernandez to lead the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith).

Brian McCall interviews James Komaniecki, President of Protect Our Priests about their new initiative to serve as a clearinghouse for communities that have seen their Traditional Mass cancelled to find priests to serve them in the "catacombs."

Our stories this week include: (1) the group of prelates whom Pope Francis will elevate to the College of Cardinals in late September, including the new head of Rome's doctrinal office and the chief organizer of World Youth Day 2023 (both of whom are quite concerning); (2) Rep. Jim Jordan's grilling of FBI Director Christopher Wray over the infamous Richmond field office memo concerning "radical traditionalists Catholics"; (3) America Magazine's bizarre claim that "the Eucharist is the Body of Christ, not the Body of Jesus"; and (4) a humorous example of woke corporate-speak coming back to bite the corporation.

Join Brian McCall and Dr. Janet Smith, Retired holder of the Father McGivney Chair of Life Ethics at Sacred Heart Major Seminary, for a conversation about the Church's teaching on marriage and the Traditional Latin Mass. Visit https://janetsmith.org for more information and resources

Our stories this week include: (1) the Pope's appointment of a deeply concerning prelate to lead the Vatican's doctrinal office; (2) Sound of Freedom's phenomenal box office success following its release on theaters and further background to the true story portrayed in the film; (3) a strong critique of the Synod on Synodality from a retired Argentine archbishop; (4) two new texts from Bishop Athanasius Schneider and Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano (both available on CFN's website); and (5) The Overruling of Roe v. Wade, one year later.

Brian McCall and Father John Lovell discuss the Coalition's recent conference on the theme "A House United."

Join Brian McCall and this week's special guest Kennedy Hall as they discuss the following stories:(1) The Dictator Pope Focuses His Sights on Bishop Strickland, (2) Drag Queens Chant They Are Coming for Our Children, (3) Cardinal Müller Ordains in Banned Rite while the Summorum Pontificum Pilgrimage is Barred from St. Peter's, and (4) Thirty "Catholic" Politicians Proclaim their Allegiance to Sin.

Our stories this week include: (1) the newly released working document for the Synod of Bishops meeting in Rome this October, which includes clear sympathies for the LGBT agenda, a female diaconate, and more; (2) Hunter Biden's plea deal and how it distracts from his much more serious crimes; (3) a brief review of two new films (one we recommend, the other we don't); and (4) a recap of the hugely successful prayer rally and procession of reparation in Los Angeles held last Friday.

This week's stories include (1) • Vatican Event: World Meeting on Human Fraternity; (2) • Biden DOJ Indicts Trump for Alleged Unlawful Possession of Classified Docs; (3) • Major Report: "CommonSpirit Health and the Sex-Change Industry"; and (4) • Nuns vs. Bishop Update: Bishop Olson's Video Message.

Join Fr. José Miguel Marqués Campo, Brian McCall, and Louie Verrecchio for the third and final part of their conversation on the crisis in the Church. In this final part, they address the topic of what are Catholics to make of the papacy since Vatican II, and of Pope Francis in particular. Should Catholics consider them to be popes holding the chair of St. Peter? If they are popes do they need to be obeyed in all things? You will not want to miss this concluding episode. The opinions expressed by each participant are their own and and not to be attributed to Catholic Family News or AKA Catholic.

Our stories this week include (1) Blasphemous Film Features "LGBTQ+" Cross, Fr. James Martin, (2) Carmelites Remain at Odds with Bishop After His Dismissal of Community's Prioress, (3) • Latest from Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Desecrated; World Meeting on Human, (4) SSPX Dispels "Tall Tale" that New Bishops Will Soon be Consecrated, and (5) Super Bowl Champ Kicker Wears Pro-Life Tie to White House Celebration

This week's stories will include (1) The Artful Dodgers and Trans Target: Gender Ideology and the Culture War We Face, (2) Missouri Miracle? Benedictine Nun's Body Exhumed, (3) Fatima, Russia, Ukraine, and Francis: The Ongoing Saga, (4) Ministry of Justice FBI Director in the Hot Seat, (5) Pentecost Pilgrimage 2023 in France: Those Troubling Traditionalists!

Fr. José Miguel Marqués Campo, Brian McCall, and Louie Verrecchio continue their conversation on the crisis in the Church. In this part II (of 3 parts) they delve into the nature of papal authority and discuss the extent of obedience required to be "in union with the Supreme Pontiff." This part lays the direct foundations for the consideration of the question of sedevacantism in Part III. The opinions expressed by each participant are their own and and not to be attributed to Catholic Family News or AKA Catholic.

Join Fr. José Miguel Marqués Campo, Brian McCall, and Louie Verrecchio for a detailed conversation on the nature of the crisis in the Church. In this first of three parts of their discussion, the participants discuss the nature and causes of the current crisis in the Church and lay the foundations for the later discussion about Vatican II and the post-Conciliar Papacy, including the question of whether or not it is possible for a legitimate Pope to do the things that Francis is doing. The opinions expressed by each participant are their own and and not to be attributed to Catholic Family News or AKA Catholic.

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o Our stories this week include: (1) Pope Francis' comment while in Hungary that "resistance" to Vatican II and the New Mass, which he calls a "reaction against the modern," constitutes "a nostalgic disease"; (2) Professor Josef Seifert's open letter to all Cardinals and Bishops regarding Pope Francis, whom Seifert says is "increasingly destroying the foundations of faith and morals"; (3) Tucker Carlson's announcement that he will soon be relaunching his show directly on Twitter, as well as reports that he may sue Fox News; (4) former president Donald Trump's meeting with pro-life leaders this week; and (5) a blasphemous "art" exhibit entitled, "God is Trans: A Queer Spiritual Journey," which is currently on display in a historic Manhattan parish.

Our stories this week include: (1) the coronation of Charles III, which will take place tomorrow (Saturday, May 6) in London; (2) the dedication and consecration of the new Immaculata Church in St. Mary's, Kansas; (3) a new Christian-Hindu initiative organized by the Vatican's Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue which seeks to build a "fraternity-based new humanism"; and (4) reports that the FBI may have indeed been surveilling an SSPX chapel in Virginia.

Our stories this week include: (1) Tucker Carlson's sudden departure from Fox News and what to make of it; (2) two Vatican prelates who are fostering ambiguity and error (one in regard to assisted suicide, the other to marriage); (3) news that Pope Francis is allowing members of the laity, including women, to serve as voting members in the upcoming General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in Rome (part of the Synod on Synodality); and (4) the publication of a new book in defense of the SSPX written by a CFN contributor, plus comments from a retired Swiss bishop on the SSPX.

Catholic Family News interviews three participants in the miracle of Front Royal, VA. When pandemic lock-downs shut down every option for Mass and the Sacraments, God intervened to answer the plea for priests coming ascending to heaven from Front Royal. You will be inspired and edified by listening to their story. God will never be outdone in generosity. That truth is reconfirmed in this tale of Divine Providence. No longer in a horse corral or fair ground, Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapelhas a permanent home at 5267 John Marshall Hwy, Linden (near Front Royal), VA 22642 with Sunday Masses at 8:00 and 10:30 a.m.

Our stories this week include (1) Mr. Ted McCarrick, former priest and Cardinal, charged with abuse in Wisconsin, (2) Scandalous ecumenical gestures toward the Anglicans: Rome gives them use of St. John Lateran and a relic of the True Cross, (3) Cardinal Cupich forbids public adoration during event to revise the belief in the Real Presence, (4) Corpus Christi Bishop accused of not being honest about reasons for canceling decades old Traditional Mass, (5) A new article promoting Vatican II Propaganda not in accord with history.

Our stories this week include: (1) the results of the North American Continental Assembly for the global Synod on Synodality; (2) evidence that the FBI sent at least one undercover agent into SSPX chapels in Virginia and had plans to do the same at "mainline Catholic parishes" in the area; (3) the CCP's latest violation of the Sino-Vatican agreement regarding the appointment of bishops; and (4) a group of dissident Catholic religious sisters (dressed in pantsuits and sweaters instead of habits) who issued a statement in support of "Transgender Day of Visibility" (March 31).

Our stories this week include: (1) Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich's recent comment that "there might be some space to expand the teaching" which limits the Sacrament of Holy Orders to men alone (Nancy Pelosi shares the Cardinal's hope); (2) the school shooting in Nashville and attempts to portray the perpetrator as the 'real victim'; (3) Cardinal Robert McElroy's recent statements against EWTN (it seems clear he has Raymond Arroyo in mind, specifically); and (4) the Preacher of the Papal Household's denigration of the Traditional Latin Mass during his latest Lenten sermon.

Our stories this week include: (1) the one-year anniversary of Pope Francis' consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary; (2) Cardinal Arthur Roche's latest comments on why he thinks the Traditional Latin Mass must be restricted (and eventually eliminated); (3) legislation under consideration in Israel which would make it a crime to evangelize (punishable by one to two years in jail); and (4) confirmation that a new Mayan Rite of Mass is being developed and includes pagan elements.

In this interview with Ronan Reilly, President of the Australian Latin Mass Society, we discuss a new interactive book to teach children to sing chant and read Gregorian notation. "Children's First Chants" uses color coded keys on an attached keyboard to introduce little ones to basic chant of the Mass and devotional prayer. USA Ordering information: https://www.staugustineacademypress.com/childrens-first-chants/ Australian Ordering Information: https://store.parousiamedia.com/childrens-first-chants-pueri-publications/

Our stories this week include: (1) a look back at Francis' decade-long pontificate (March 13 was the tenth anniversary of his election); (2) the approval of same-sex "blessings" by a large majority of German bishops and their intention to begin "blessing" sodomitical unions, despite Rome forbidding the practice; (3) the reappearance of Pachamama at a Latin American Synodal Assembly held in Brazil; and (4) the latest news on Traditional Latin Mass restrictions.

Our stories this week include: (1) excerpts from a recent papal interview during which Francis discussed Vatican II and the "Economy of Francesco" initiative; (2) reactions to Cardinal Arthur Roche's anti-TLM Rescript; (3) Bishop Thomas Paprocki's stunning article entitled, "Imaging a Heretical Cardinal"; and (4) U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland's appearance during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing devoted to "Oversight of the Department of Justice" (Senators Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley blasted him over the FBI's horrific treatment of Mark Houck and his family, as well as the FBI's memo targeting so-called "Radical Traditionalist Catholics").

Brian McCall interviews Dr. Joseph Shaw, President of the International Federation Una Voce and Chairman of the Latin Mass Society of England and Wales. The book surveys the arguments for the traditional Mass, gender roles, and the family in light of the crisis of modernity. With intensifying rumors about new restrictions being imposed on the Traditional Mass appearing almost daily, this conversation and book are helpful aids to put the discussion and concerns in a broader context. Dr. Shaw's book is available at https://osjustipress.com/products/the-liturgy-the-family-and-the-crisis-of-modernity.

Our stories this week include: (1) the new Rescript (legal clarification) re: Traditionis Custodes and the Responsa ad Dubia, as well as additional confirmation that further restrictions on the Traditional Mass and sacraments are coming soon; (2) the opening of the dreaded "Abrahamic Family House" campus in Abu Dhabi (a monument to the heterodox Document on Human Fraternity signed by Pope Francis in Feb. 2019); (3) resistance from a group of Republican Senators to a potential power grab by the World Health Organization (WHO); (4) the one-year anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war; and (5) the distribution of an important book by Cardinal Raymond Burke to all U.S. Catholic clergy.

Our stories this week include: (1) a word of congratulations to Harrison Butker of the KC Chiefs (TLM attendee), who kicked the winning field goal in the Super Bowl; (2) more responses to the FBI's targeting of traditional Catholics; (3) further implementation of Traditionis Custodes in two U.S. dioceses; (4) updates on the German Synodal Way and global Synod on Synodality; and (time permitting) (5) a $1.7 trillion appropriations (spending) bill (signed into law by President Biden on Dec. 29) which apparently empowers Big Pharma in alarming ways.

Our stories this week include: (1) the last leg of the Pope's trip to Africa last week, including his reiteration that sodomy should not be criminalized (and his ecumenical companions agree); (2) a look at President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address; (3) the latest on the alleged follow-up to Traditionis Custodes; and (4) disturbing news that the FBI is actively surveilling Catholics who attend the Traditional Latin Mass on the pretext that so-called "Radical-Traditionalist Catholic Ideology" is dangerous to society.

Our stories this week include: (1) the Pope's current trip to Africa, which includes visits to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan; (2) Francis' latest handwritten response to Fr. James Martin, in answer to LGBT dubia; (3) the newly appointed Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops (background and analysis); (4) more evidence of massive decline in the Church since Vatican II (Netherlands and Germany); and (5) Mark Houck's victory in court (a huge win for the pro-life movement).

This podcast looks at the ceremonial connections between the Paschal Vigil, Baptism and the Requiem Burial Mass. It demonstrates how these beautiful symbolic connections were destroyed in the New Rites to make these ceremonies ore ambiguous and acceptable to Protestants.

Our stories today include: (1) the sudden and tragic death of well-known Catholic journalist George Neumayr last week; (2) a new interview of Pope Francis conducted by the Associated Press, including the Pope's comments on homosexuality and the German Synodal Way; (3) news that a pro-LGBT priest has been invited by Pope Francis to lead a retreat for bishops just before the Synod meeting opens in Rome this October; and (4) a few snippets from a new book written by Benedict XVI and published posthumously

Our stories today include: (1) reports that a follow-up document to Traditionis Custodes does indeed exist and is coming soon; (2) an overview of the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos; (3) an update on pro-life hero Mark Houck, whose federal trial is set to begin next week; and (4) an update on Fr. Frank Pavone and his situation (he is currently in Washington, D.C., preparing for the annual March for Life, which will take place tomorrow).

Father Altman gives a fiery interview about the recent attempt (ultimately futile) of His Excellency Bishop William P. Callahan to cancel all Traditional Masses in the diocese of La Crosse Wisconsin. In the course of the interview Father gives some excellent advice for priests and faithful in how to respond to this tyrannical persecution. For more information on Father Altman and the Coalition for Cancelled Priests see https://www.canceledpriests.org/.

Our stories this week include: (1) Benedict XVI's funeral and excerpts from his longtime personal secretary's new book; (2) Chinese Cardinal Joseph Zen's private audience with Pope Francis last week in Rome; (3) Bishop William Callahan's strict implementation of Traditionis Custodes and the coming transformation of a historic Catholic church in Buffalo into a mosque; (4) an alleged "secret plan" on the part of conservative cardinals to oust Pope Francis; and (5) the sudden death of Australian Cardinal George Pell on Jan. 10

Our stories today include: (1) the life and legacy of Pope Benedict XVI following his death on New Year's Eve; (2) two updates on stories covered during our last show (possible new Prefect for Rome's doctrinal office and Fr. Frank Pavone's case); (3) a collection of current stories related to U.S. politics; and (4) the latest from Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò (his New Year's Eve message).

o Our stories today include: (1) the case of Fr. Frank Pavone and his alleged laicization (dismissal from the clerical state); (2) President Trump's celebration of the pro-LGBT "Respect for Marriage Act" and Archbishop Vigano's response; (3) several recent examples of LGBT ideology affecting both Church and State; and (4) reports that Pope Francis may appoint a young, heterodox German bishop to lead the now-Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (plus his Christmas greetings to the Roman Curia).

Brian McCall speaks with Father John Lovell, founder of the Coalition for Cancelled Priests about the shocking news that the papal nuncio to the United States claims the Vatican has laicized Father Frank Pavone, of Priests for Life. If you have been bewildered and confused about what to make of this story you will want to listen to this special report.The Coalition for Cancelled Priests will be holding its second annual conference in June in Chicago. You can find more information about the conference and the Coalition here https://www.canceledpriests.org/upcoming-events/.

Mr. Matthew Plese joins Brian McCall to discuss his new book project, The Roman Catechism Explained for the Modern World (available at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNV4RSYD?&linkCode=sl1&tag=acatlif-20&linkId=5f5be5f29d11b576b1befc644bafde59&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) They discuss the history of the Roman Catechism and answer the question why it needs to be explained for the modern world.

Our stories this week include: (1) FBI admits to targeting pro-life activists in retaliation to the overturning of Roe v. Wade, (2) Texas Judge begins to take Dobbs to the next level: contraception, (3) Two stories from Francis’ Vatican that epitomize the New Church, (4) Tucker Carlson speculates Twitter was an arm of the deep state intelligence community.' Some helpful links for these stories: FBI story https://www.lifenews.com/2022/12/13/biden-official-admits-fbi-targeting-pro-life-americans-in-a-response-to-overturning-roe/ Texas case about parental rights https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2022/12/13/23505459/supreme-court-birth-control-contraception-constitution-matthew-kacsmaryk-deanda-becerra Two stories about Francis' revolution https://gloria.tv/post/gt8XTeWGHhNY4SPQRC6wmNWQN and https://gloria.tv/post/9YJj4aoUWgBv43Hbc2rPvyzca Tucker Carlson video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92cIael-Jck Atlantic article mentioned in the show https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2023/01/catholic-church-changes-roe-v-wade-pope-francis/672235/

This week our stories include (1) Pope Francis allegedly intervenes to remit punishment of prominent Jesuit, (2) The Twitter Files and Government/Big Tech collusion, (3) update on Midterms and Disrespect Marriage Act, and (4) No basketball players left behind.

Our stories this week include: (1) America Magazine's interview with Pope Francis, during which Francis (not surprisingly) made several objectionable statements; (2) the latest on Chinese Cardinal Joseph Zen and the Sino-Vatican agreement; (3) the German bishops' recent ad limina visit to Rome, during which their heretical Synodal Way was discussed and debated; and (4) passage of the so-called "Respect for Marriage Act" in the Senate this week, which means the pro-homosexual bill will soon be signed into law by "Catholic" President Biden.

Our stories this week include: (1) a French "influencer" priest who made/posted sacrilegious videos on TikTok in 2021, has not been punished by his bishop, and was tapped by the Vatican this past June to help conduct a survey for the Synod on Synodality; (2) a report on the USCCB fall general assembly, including liberal reactions to the changes in leadership; (3) the role of Senate Republicans in helping advance the so-called "Respect for Marriage Act," which seeks to amend federal law in favor of same-sex "marriage"; and (4) the latest on the war in Ukraine, including the controversial missile explosion in Poland and President Biden's appeal to Congress for an additional $37.7 billion in military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, as well as big news from House Republicans related to Biden.

CFN offers its special coverage of recent events in Brazil from a Catholic perspective. We examine the recent presidential election in light of the Brazilian veneration of Our Lady of Aparecida and the apparitions of Our Lady of Grace in Cimbres. CFN interviews an on the ground eye witness of the recent events. Learn more about the situation in the world's largest Catholic country.

Our stories this week include: (1) an overview of U.S. midterm election results, particularly their impact on the pro-life cause; (2) Pope Francis' recent trip to the Muslim-majority Kingdom of Bahrain (located in the Persian Gulf) and his promotion of the heterodox "Document on Human Fraterity" he signed with a prominent Muslim leader nearly three years ago (Feb. 2019); (3) the claim made by a Vatican Cardinal and head of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre that episcopal conferences are "always better" than "a single bishop"; and (4)the latest from Abp. Carlo Maria Viganò (a detailed critique of Benedict XVI's October 7 letter to the President of Franciscan University of Steubenville).

Our stories today include: (1) the official working document for the next phase of the Synod on Synodality, which calls for "continuous 'aggiornamento' [updating], the precious legacy of the Second Vatican Council"; (2) sad news about the traditional Carmelites in Philadelphia (Rome has formally suppressed their monastery); (3) a successful Traditional Latin Mass conference and pilgrimage held last weekend in Rome; (4) PayPal embroiled in scandal over attempt to fine users for "misinformation," and (5) Biden rejects both the Catholic faith and science.

Our stories this week include: (1) the claim recently made by a Vatican Cardinal and Synod official that Vatican II "saved the Church" from becoming "a small sect"; (2) the renewal of the Vatican -China deal (confirmed by the Holy See on Saturday, Oct. 22); (3) disturbing details about three newly appointed members of the Pontifical Academy for Life; and (4) more targeting of pro-life activists by the U.S. Department of Justice while "Catholic" President Biden promises to "codify Roe v. Wade" if Democrats are able to regain a majority in the Senate and further their majority in the House.

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o Our stories this week include: (1) statements from Pope Francis and the Synod of Bishops celebrating the 60th anniversary of the opening of Vatican II (Oct. 11, 1962); (2) Cardinal Gerhard Müller's recent comments to EWTN's Raymond Arroyo about the Synod on Synodality and its clear focus on heterodox agenda items; (3) an update on Mark Houck (the Catholic pro-life activist, husband, and father of seven who was recently arrested by the FBI) and the federal charges he faces (it appears that Biden's DOJ has fabricated a charge not found in the original complaint against Houck); and (4) some other pro-life updates involving the U.S. Supreme Court and a grassroots event in Mexico.