Catholic Saints

Join Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Douglas Bushman as they discuss St. John Paul II and the New Evangelization.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

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.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

A Father of the early Church, St. Ignatius of Antioch is an incredible model of Christian discipleship. He is also one of Dr. Ben Akers' favorite saints. Sit down with Dr. Ben Akers and Taylor Kemp as they discuss this remarkable bishop, who died a martyr for his fidelity to Christ.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Dr. Ben Akers and Annette Bergeon, Executive Director of Endow, discuss St. Teresa of Avila and her love of conversations with Jesus.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Join Sr. Maris Stella of the Sisters of Life and Dr. Tim Gray for today's discussion on Our Lady of Fatima.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Dr. Tim Gray & Lucas Pollice discuss Pope John Paul II's Apostolic Letter, Rosarium Virginis Mariae.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

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.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

An early Church Father from the 4th century, St. Jerome translated the Bible into Latin with the desire to make Scripture more accessible. St. Jerome is the patron of biblical scholars, translators, and archivists and famously said, "Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ."  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro dive into many questions regarding the Archangels - St. Michael, St. Gabriel, and St. Raphael. What is an Archangel and how are they different from other angels? How do we know about these three angels specifically? Why do we consider/call them Saints and why do we venerate them?  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Mary McGeehan and Dr. Lehman discuss the life of St. Severinus Boethius. As a Roman Senator he worked hard to create harmony between the centuries-old Roman civic society and culture and the new way of life and virtue brought about by Christianity. A lover of philosophy and wisdom, St. Boethius penned his best-known philosophical work while awaiting execution by the ruling Barbarian invaders.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss the life of St. Prisca. Mentioned in both Acts of the Apostles and some Pauline letters alongside her husband, Aquila, St. Prisca was a companion and co-worker of St. Paul. Although not much is definitively known about her, she is honored as a Saint and martyr who died in the first century.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

St. Frances Cabrini is the first United States citizen to be a canonized saint! St. Frances Cabrini founded the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Learn about her story of great resilience, grit, and faith in God’s providence with Dr. Arielle Harms on this episode of Catholic Saints.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss King David and the proper veneration of Old Testament figures. David is a great example of a "man after God's own Heart" who, throughout his ups and downs, remains faithful, modeling repentance and forgiveness.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

In this episode of "Catholic Saints," we explore the extraordinary life of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, a 13th-century princess who dedicated her life to serving the poor and the sick. Born into royalty, Saint Elizabeth used her position and wealth to provide for those in need, even in the face of personal loss and hardship. Her acts of charity and deep faith, including the miraculous stories associated with her, continue to inspire and challenge us today. Discover how this young widow, despite her brief life, left a lasting legacy of Christian service and devotion. Tune in to learn about the powerful example of Saint Elizabeth and her enduring impact on the Church and the world.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Dr. Lehman records his first episode of Catholic Saints with Mary McGeehan. St. Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, was the teacher and mentor of St. Augustine and is known for his kindness, selflessness, and generosity. As a catechumen, Ambrose was surrounded by conflict and unrest between the Catholic Christians and the Arian Heretics. After entering the Church, Ambrose was almost immediately ordained Bishop of Milan and dedicated himself to theological study and writing.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss the Old Testament prophet, Elijah. Found in both First and Second Kings as well as a few places in the New Testament, Elijah was a significant figure in Salvation History. As a prophet and miracle worker, Elijah boldly proclaimed the word of God, provided comfort and healing to those in need, and prefigured Jesus Christ. Following the example of Elijah, we can learn how to receive spiritual gifts from God and boldly use them in the world.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss the biblical figures Mary, Martha, and Lazarus who are venerated as Saints in the Catholic Church. We meet Mary, Martha, and Lazarus in the Gospel of Luke and then again in the Gospel of John. Following the example of this holy family, we can learn how to be a friend of Christ and invite Him into our homes and our hearts.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Dr. Arielle Harms shares about the beautiful life of St. Maria Goretti and her virtuous disposition to mercy, courage, and purity. Please note the sensitive nature of St. Maria's story of martyrdom and parent discretion advised if listening with young children.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

St. Bernadette grew up in poverty, sickness, and simplicity. Her family for a time even resided in a flat that formerly functioned as a jail cell! Listen to the story of this humble saint who received visions of the Blessed Mother even prior to understanding she was speaking to the mother of Jesus. Dr. Arielle Harms reflects upon St. Bernadette's life in this episode of Catholic Saints.  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.

Listeners 'discretion advised as the life and martyrdom of these great saints incorporated much torture, sorrow, and pain. As French Jesuit missionaries, the North American Martyrs courageously served the Huron nations. Their zeal for souls led to their captivity and torture and they became the first martyrs on American soil. Learn more about their incredible story of sacrifice with Dr. Arielle Harms on the this episode of Catholic Saints!  Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on FORMED.Sign up for a 7-day free trial of FORMED.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute by becoming a member of the Mission Circle.