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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comPillar reader Mel Gibson has made a boatload of films. JD and Ed each rank the best five and worst five of those films.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check o…

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Pillar reader (in a good way) Fr. Dennis Conway.-Ed expands on his suggestion the Apostolic See hire a chief financial officer. He and JD debate the tenability of a papal tax on U.S. Catholics.Then, JD talks about a big change at the USCCB. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the Secular Institute of the Priests of the Heart of Jesus.We are diocesan priests seeking to support one another in ministry through the profession of the evangelical counsels and ongoing priestly fraternity.Learn more at www.uspcj.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

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JD and Ed debate the merits of revised papal funeral rites. They also react to sweeping changes to the Vatican’s pension fund.This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the Secular Institute of the Priests of the Heart of Jesus. We are diocesan priests seeking to support one another in ministry through the profession of the evangelical counsels and ongoing priestly fraternity. Learn more at www.uspcj.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

Ed and JD host a fight song contest for the sponsor of this week’s episode of The Pillar Podcast, the University of Mary.The University of Mary’s online MBA program is now offering a scholarship for Pillar readers. Learn more at Pillar.umary.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

JD and Ed break down the U.S. bishops’ fall plenary assembly in this live taping of The Pillar Podcast— including Ed’s interview with Cardinal Sean O’Malley, the bishops’ interest in artificial intelligence, and Bishop Daniel Flores’ speech about synodality. Then, the audience joins in for a few rounds of ‘CLP or GPT’, ‘Episcopal motto— True or False?’ and Washington, D.C. ‘Yes or No?’This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary’s online MBA program and its new scholarship for Pillar readers.Learn more at Pillar.umary.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comEd hijacks JD’s midlife crisis plan. Please come to our live show at the Royal Sands Social Club in Washington D.C. on Thursday, November 14th. We’ll start at 7 and go late. See you there! Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack accoun…

JD and Ed talk about the impact of election on the U.S. bishops’ Eucharistic coherence debate. Then, they look ahead to the bishops' fall plenary assembly in Baltimore next week— including an update on the new translation of the New Testament.Don’t miss our next live taping of The Pillar Podcast! Join JD and Ed at the Royal Sands Social Club in Washington D.C. on Thursday, November 14th. We’ll start at 7 and go late. -This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the editors of "Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice: A Handbook for Catholic Clergy, Counselors, and Ministerial Leaders," available now for $29.95 from EnRoute Books and Media or Amazon. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed talk about their anxiety over Election Day next week— and debate how the election may bleed into the U.S. bishops’ assembly in Baltimore. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pill…

JD unpacks the cultural myth of poisoned candy. JD and Ed debate if the new archbishop of Boston will get a red hat. Ed details a development in the Vatican financial trial and what it means for Pillar reader Cardinal Angelo Becciu. Ed plays a round of “Diocese and Diocese” Don’t miss our next live taping of The Pillar Podcast! Join JD and Ed at the Royal Sands Social Club in Washington D.C. on Thursday, November 14th. We’ll start at 7 pm and go late. -This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the Evangelical Catholic, equipping ordinary Catholics to become disciple-makers in their communities. Learn more at evangelicalcatholic.org/thepillar - This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

Ed’s in Rome, waiting on the final document from the synod on synodality. He and JD talk about a rumored female appointment to a position of leadership in the Roman Curia. Then, they talk about the new papal encyclical Dilexit nos.Ed plays a round of “Longer or shorter than the synod on synodality?” Mark your calendars! The next live recording of The Pillar Podcast will be in Washington D.C. on November 14. We’ll have more details for you soon.This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by an anonymous group of listeners. Glory to Jesus Christ! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

Ed joins JD in Rome to talk about the draft of the synod’s final document and some lingering questions synod participants may have after the close of the synod. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Christendom College Graduate School of Theology, which is launching a new Institute for Liturgical Studies.Learn more at Christendom.edu/liturgy This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed disagree. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at kolivera…

JD and Ed detail the biggest ecclesiastical governance story of the year— the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith blocks the Vatican Secretariat of State’s “extraordinary procedure” to reinstate a laicized priest, who was convicted of child sexual abuse. Ed plays a round of para ‘Yes or No.’ This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Seton Home Study School. If you are a priest and you don’t have a Catholic school attached to your parish, consider Seton your Catholic school. Seton offers a way for your parishioners to access thoroughly Catholic education anywhere, at a fraction of the cost of many Catholic schools. Learn more at setonhome.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD shares his birthday plans. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera a…

JD and Ed talk about the final session of the synod on synodality, which kicked off in Rome this month. Ed plays a round of North Carolina ‘Yes or No.'This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Assumption Catholic School in Bellingham, WA. Assumption is looking for a new principal to take their preK – 8 parish school from great to exceptional. Visit assumption.school to learn more or apply. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

JD and Ed did record a podcast today, on Friday. But I’m not able to edit it until Monday because I’m on vacation. I’m sorry for the delay! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comHow many tents is too many tents? Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olive…

JD and Ed explore possible explanations for a new controversial homeschooling policy in the Diocese of San Diego.This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. Seton is dedicated to supporting parents who make the sacrifices to homeschool. Learn more at setonhome.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free bonus episode of The Pillar Podcast. To get these bonus episodes each week, subscribe to The Pillar today. JD talks about the powerful public expression of faith he experienced in Quito. Ed gives the rundown on his weekend visit to the county fair. Are you already a paying subscriber? These bonus episodes are for you! * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at [email protected] This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

JD and Ed recap comments by Pope Francis over the past week about other religions and the Vatican-China deal. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. Seton's curriculum is heavily immersed in not just Catholic doctrine, but in Catholic history, Catholic art, and Catholic culture. The result? Students with deep rational and emotional connections to the Church. Learn more at setonhome.orgShow notes: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD looks for fun in Quito. Ed shares his weekend plans.Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email ou…

JD gives his assessment thus far of the International Eucharistic Congress in Ecuador.This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Camp, a ministry of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma. This Catholic camp is hiring 16-25 year olds for summer staff positions. For more information, visit Campguadalupe.org/summerteam This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comEd is sad his softball season is over.Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or emai…

JD and Ed discuss the breaking news about an alleged foiled assassination attempt on Pope Francis in Indonesia. Ed asks JD about his upcoming trip to the International Eucharistic Congress in Ecuador. Then, Ed details fallout over a new law in Ukraine that bans the Russian Orthodox Church from operating in the country. Was Pope John Paul I murdered?This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Lesly who would like to wish Heath a happy anniversary! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed talk about British pop bands, and JD tries to explain praise and worship.Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide

Do we think Pope Francis ever takes a day off? JD details heightening conflict in the Chaldean Catholic Church in Iraq. JD and Ed share their top picks for a rumored consistory. Then, Ed plays a round of Weird English Food ‘Yes or No.’This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. Seton Home Study School has a great collection of courses— including one about the Early Church and the Church Fathers. This particular course was designed for the high school level, but it’s great for adults too. Tests are optional, you can take the course at your own pace. It’s only $125, including supplies.Learn more at setonhome.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed talk about their Friday plans and JD shares a story from his week.-Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from…

JD briefs Ed on a potential story that caught his eye. Then, JD and Ed debate the application of moral personality. Are you going to the International Eucharistic Congress in Ecuador next month? Let us know in the comments! This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by “Firebreaker," an exciting new audio drama from Coronation Media. Bring the legendary story of St. George to life for your family! Learn more at firebreakerseries.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD shares about his vacation and gives Ed some insights into Protestantism. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Su…

JD and Ed are back this week to talk about the latest Catholic news— 'Around The Horn’ style! This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by “Firebreaker," an exciting new audio drama from Coronation Media. Bring the legendary story of St. George to life for your family! Learn more at firebreakerseries.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

There is no episode of The Pillar Podcast this week, because JD had a family emergency. Please keep his family in your prayers. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

Ed is joined this week by Pillar Managing Editor Michelle La Rosa and Producer Kate Olivera to talk about Cardinal Gerhard Müller, and the Olympics. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by the Ancient Language Institute, teaching with a living language approach, helping future teachers learn the languages and the methods so they can bring the approach to their classrooms, and developing the curricular tools to further the mission. Registration for the Fall term closes August 10.To learn more, visit ancientlanguage.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

JD is joined by The Pillar’s Managing Editor Michelle La Rosa to reflect on the National Eucharistic Congress and the impact of World Youth Day in Denver. Michelle talks about a recent, conditional donation to Catholic schools in the Diocese of Gary, Indiana. Michelle plays a round of “Which Michelle?"-This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School.To find out if Seton is right for your family, visit setonhome.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

In this free bonus episode, The Pillar hosts a jingle contest for the sponsor of our live show in Indianapolis — Decided Excellence Catholic Media. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

In this live recording of The Pillar Podcast, JD and Ed talk about the National Eucharistic Congress, its focus on the liturgy and the impact it could have on US Church.Featuring Bishop Andrew Cozzens of Crookston, Pillar Contributing Editor Brendan Hodge and Stephen White of The Catholic Project.-There will be no bonus episode this week. -This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Decided Excellence Catholic Media, a print media company that specializes in Community and Parish magazines.Learn more at decidedexcellence.com/parish This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD and Ed look ahead to the National Eucharistic Congress, and talk about a dream reporting trip. -Please come to our live show! Thursday, July 18 at The Slippery Noodle (372 S Meridian St) in Indianapolis. We’ll start around 9:30. -Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the…

The Knights of Columbus cover Rupnik mosaics. Then, JD and Ed talk about the impact of the pilgrimages leading up to the National Eucharistic Congress next week. Please come to our live show! Thursday, July 18 at The Slippery Noodle (372 S Meridian St) in Indianapolis. We’ll start around 9:30. Go Muskies! -This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by the Christendom College Graduate School, where Theology is practiced with uncompromising fidelity to the deposit of faith.And, for the first time this year, Christendom is offering a concentration in Mariology.To learn more, visit graduate.christendom.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

Don’t miss the next live taping of The Pillar Podcast! Join us Thursday, July 18 at The Slippery Noodle (372 S Meridian St.) in Indianapolis. We’ll start at 9:30 and go late. We’ll have swag, jell-o shots and a breakdown of all the Church news unfolding at the Congress. See you there! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD and Ed pick up their conversation from the regular episode of The Pillar Podcast.-Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? C…

JD and Ed bring back a fan favorite to assess the canonical validity of the marriages of President Joe Biden. They talk about the surprising and savvy new 'Agatha Christie’ letter.Then, they share in some Fourth of July tomfoolery. -The Pillar Podcast Ep. 78 - The Bachelor? -This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. Aside from Seton’s commitment to the Catholic faith, Seton is also known for its English program.Colleges like Ave Maria, CUA, Christendom, Steubenville, Thomas Aquinas College, and (friend of the show) University of Dallas partner with Seton because they know Seton graduates are receiving a superior Catholic education, especially in the area of English. Learn more at setonhome.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

No Pillar Podcast this week, because JD has an “undisclosed respiratory infection.” We’ll be back next week! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD and Ed speculate about what’s next Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano. -Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this g…

JD and Ed respond to controversial comments by the head of the Vatican’s communications office about the removal of artwork by alleged serial sexual abuser Fr. Marko Rupnik. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. Donate to Seton’s scholarship fund today, to support families in need. Learn more at https://www.setonhome.org/scholarship-fund/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

JD and Ed share their takeaways from the U.S. bishops’ spring plenary assembly last week in Louisville, KY.— including a parliamentary disaster, a call for a post-Dallas Charter assessment of clerical sexual abuse, and JD’s hopes for the possibility of introducing the institution of catechists in the nation. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Sacra: Relics of the Saints, an apostolate established to promote the veneration of sacred relics. Sacra works with religious communities, dioceses, and archives to identify, document, authenticate, and repair relics. Learn more at sacrarelics.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This week’s episode is postponed until Monday, because JD and Ed are traveling. See you next week! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD and Ed do not talk about truckers.-Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from S…

JD shares about an arrest in Vatican City this week that piqued his interest. Then, in the wake of multiple examples of large-scale theft from American parishes, JD and Ed ask if the Church needs to change its attitude toward financial management. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. Homeschooling with Seton provides an atmosphere at home where families can live an authentic Catholic family life and we see some of the fruits of this in the number of vocations coming from homeschooling families. Learn more here: Boom in Religious Vocations…From Catholic Homeschoolers! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD and Ed plan a trip to Atlantic City. And Jon Favreau is not invited.-Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this…

JD and Ed talk about conflict over the appointment of a chaplain for the German scouting association. They talk about the complicated canonical status of a Catholic school in Harlem, where allegations of serial sexual assault by a teacher surfaced this week. Then, they talk about a Philadelphia priest who fell into extreme phone game addiction.This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by Seton Home Study School. Seton makes Catholic education affordable and available everywhere.Learn more at SetonHome.org This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe