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Truth in Charity
by Catholic Issues
Bishop Kevin Rhoades from the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend in Indiana talks with program host, Kyle Heimann, and answers questions submitted by listeners
Episodes
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Bishop Prepares for Synod
On this episode, hear more about Bishop’s upcoming month-long trip to Rome for the World Synod of Bishops. Find out who will be there and what fruit they hope will come from their time together.
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Bishop’s Time in Portugal: Fatima and World Youth Day
Bishop has just returned from a trip to Portugal. On this episode, hear more about his time in Fatima and then in Lisbon for World Youth Day. Book mentioned on this episode: Inside the Light: Understanding the Message of Fatima by Sr. Angela de Fatima Coelho
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Why Does Religious Liberty Matter?
On this episode, Bishop talks about his new role as Chair of the USCCB’s Committee on Religious Liberty. Find out more about the Church’s stance on religious freedom and the Committee’s integral role. Article mentioned in this episode:...
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World Youth Day 2023
This week’s episode focuses on Bishop’s schedule at the upcoming World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal.He also talks about the retreat he’s taking in Fatima ahead of the event. Bishop’s Fatima book recommendation: Inside the Light: Understanding the Message of Fatima by Sister Angela de Fatima…
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How Did Jesus Pray?
On this episode, Bishop breaks down Matthew 11:25-30 which gives us a glimpse into how Jesus prayed. For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
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What is the Rule of St. Benedict?
This week, Bishop talks about his recent trip to Italy, including a meeting with Pope Francis. Afterwards, it’s on to St. Benedict whose feast day we celebrate today.
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What Are My Charisms?
What are charisms, and how can we discern ours? Find out in this episode! For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
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When an Adult Child Leaves the Church
This week, Bishop offers three pieces of advice for parents whose adult children have left the Church. For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
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Stories from the Book of Tobit
On this episode, Bishop shares his homily from a recent conference for Catholic Campus Ministers and, in the process, walks through the book of Tobit.
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Living the Mystery of Christ’s Love: Bishop’s Message to New Priests
Bishop recently ordained seven new priests for the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This week, he shares the highlights from his Ordination Mass homily.
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Is It Okay to be a Freemason?
This week, Bishop talks about the Freemasons and whether or not it’s permissible for Catholics to join.
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High School Graduation: Now What?
This week, Bishop shares his message for high school graduates! Hear his words of encouragement for both the graduates and their parents on this episode.
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True Masculinity
On this episode, Bishop talks about the essential components of being a man.
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Bishop’s Message for Graduates
Learn a little bit about diocesan history as well as the connection between faith and reason as Bishop shares his message for graduates!
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Are We Obligated To Take Care of Our Bodies?
In this special episode of Truth in Charity, we share a portion of the "Doctor, Doctor" show with Bishop Rhoades as a guest to talk about the rise of fatalism in our attitudes toward health care. He explains the Church’s teaching on what a well-formed Catholic’s attitude should be toward physical...
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Is the End of the World Near?
Are we seeing signs that the end of the world is coming? On this episode, Bishop talks about what the Catechism says and the call to live in hope and in union with the Lord.
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Gender Dysphoria and Medicine
On this episode, Bishop breaks down a recent document from the USCCB that talks about balancing new medical technologies with human nature and creation. Doctrinal Note on the Moral Limits to Technological Manipulation of the Human Body from the USCCB’s Committee on Doctrine:...
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Who Was St. Mark?
On this episode, hear more about St. Mark....evangelist, student of St. Peter, and missionary.
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Divine Mercy (ENCORE)
On this episode, Bishop talks about the history and significance of Divine Mercy Sunday as well as plenary indulgences.
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The Eucharist: Communion with the Church
Wrapping up our series on the Eucharist,Bishop focuses on how the Eucharist unites the Church more closely to Christ and to each other.
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The Eucharist: Communion with Jesus
On this episode, Bishop begins talking about the Eucharist as Communion. Hear more about the theology of St. Thomas Aquinas and the enduring spiritual effect of our union with Christ. Additional links: O Sacrum Convivium (O Sacred Banquet) written by St. Thomas Aquinas: O Sacrum Convivium – Ricky...
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What Does True Presence Mean?
On this episode, Bishop continues his deep dive into the “True Presence” of Jesus in the Eucharist. Plus hear more about living a Eucharistic life by sharing the love we receive with all.
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Why Do We Believe in the True Presence?
This week, Bishop focuses on the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Because of it, Jesus dwells with us and teaches us humility. This is part of a series on the Eucharist as Mystery: Sacrifice Presence Communion For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop:...
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Why is the Eucharist a Sacrifice?
With this episode, Bishop continues his series on the Eucharist. He goes into the sacrifice, or the act, of the Eucharist showing His infinite love for us. God Is Love (Deus Caritas Est) encyclical: https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_ben-xvi_enc_2...
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Why is the Eucharist a Mystery?
How can we grow in our understanding of something that’s supernatural? Through reason and Scripture, Bishop explains. USCCB Document on the Eucharist: https://www.usccb.org/resources/mystery-eucharist-life-church On the Eucharist (Ecclesia De Eucharistia) by Pope John Paul II:...
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The Bible Didn’t Fall From the Sky
How did we get the Bible we have today? On this episode, Bishop talks about the twists and turns in the process, the connection between scripture and Tradition, as well as the importance of being attentive to the unity of the whole Bible. For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop:...
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How Should I Prepare for Lent?
On this episode, Bishop talks about the importance of uniting ourselves to Jesus in the desert as we prepare for Lent.
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How Should I Pray?
Is there a right way to pray? Are memorized prayers as effective as spontaneous ones? On this episode, Bishop talks about what’s most important when encountering the Lord in prayer. https://spokestreet.com/truth-in-charity
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What the Heck is Ressourcement Theology?!?!?!
In the light of Pope Benedict XVI’s passing, a listener asked if Bishop could talk more about Ressourcement Theology. So we made it an episode! Hear more the impact Ressourcement Theology had on the Pope as well as its history and mostly French origin. The book: https://amzn.to/3HMSxjR
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What is the Legacy of Benedict XVI?
This week, Bishop Rhoades talks about Pope Benedict XVI’s life, his insightful writings, and his call to be St. Peter’s successor. Hear why Bishop calls him the greatest theologian of the 20th century on this episode.
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Vincent de Paul: The Saint and the Society
On this episode, hear more about the life of St. Vincent de Paul as well as the society named after him. The St. Vincent de Paul Society is an organization of lay Catholics doing good work around the world.
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St. Hilary Fought Heresy with Scripture
St. Hilary was a fourth-century Bishop who was sent into exile during the Arian heresy. On this episode, find out more about this doctor of the Church who defended the full divinity of Christ.
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Which is Better: Receiving Communion on the Tongue or Hand?
There are arguments on both sides, but what is the best way to receive Communion? On this episode, Bishop offers a reflection that includes a little bit of history and a reminder of what’s most important when receiving.
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In the Beginning: Christmas and John’s Prologue
The Christmas Day Gospel reading is the very beginning of the Gospel of John...just 18 verses... and it’s so profound that Bishop spends the entire episode breaking it down.
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Do You Pray This Every Morning?
After the birth of John the Baptist, his father, Zechariah, gave praise and thanks in a hymn now known as “The Benedictus.” It has since become part of The Liturgy of the Hours and is prayed every morning. Hear Bishop Rhoades break down the Canticle of Zechariah on this episode.
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Mystical Doctor and Poet - St. John of the Cross
This episode focuses on the life and writings of St. John of the Cross. Find out more about his work with St. Teresa of Avila and how his work influenced many people over the centuries including St. Pope John Paul II.
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The Image That Converted Millions
This episode focuses on Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego. Learn more about how his vision of Mary led to an explosion of conversions and changed the history of America.
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How is a Diocese Structured?
Ever wonder about the offices that are in a Diocese? How are they structured and what does each office do? Learn more about diocesan curia, secretariats, and moderators on this episode.
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Almost Vice President, Ukraine, Post-Dobbs, USCCB Meeting
Bishop talks about the USCCB meeting. He shares about almost becoming vice president, his new chairman role, pro-life post-Dobbs, Ukraine, and three American women being considered for sainthood. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252793/meet-the-3-women-us-bishops-are-considering-for-sainthood
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What is the Synod on Synodality?
On this episode, Bishop talks about the history of Synods and how the current Synod on Synodality is going now that listening sessions in each diocese have concluded and summaries have been prepared. FInd out what was discovered locally, regionally, and nationally. Links to the summaries are…
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Challenges for Medical Professionals
Bishop recently celebrated the annual White Mass for Healthcare Workers and, on this episode, he talks about the challenges faced by those working in the medical profession as well as how certain saints, especially St. Luke, have illustrated the virtues of Catholic healthcare.
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How does a Diocese budget?
This week, Bishop talks about what goes into creating a diocesan budget. Learn more about the process and this year’s Bishop Appeal video on this episode. To watch this year’s Bishop’s Appeal video and see a breakdown of the budget, visit: DioceseFWSB.org/ABA
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Moral and Ethical Considerations for Lawyers
Bishop recently celebrated special Red Masses for those in the legal profession and those serving in public office. Find out more about the challenges these groups face and Bishop’s encouragement for them to balance their professions with their Catholic faith.
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Bishop Answers Questions from Listeners
This episode is dedicated to Bishop answering listener-submitted questions! Hear him delve into questions about Religious Education classes, same-sex marriage, the history of Popes taking new names, religious life, and the new Liturgy of the Hours translation.
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What’s the Secret to Long-Lasting Marriages?
Bishop recently celebrated Jubilee Anniversary Masses, and he shares his homily highlights in this episode. Hear more about this celebration of married couples and a love that grows and perserveres.
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Brother Columba O’Neill: Future Canonized Saint?
On this episode, find out about Brother Columba O’Neill... a humble cobbler and Holy Cross brother who became known for his love of neighbor as well as a special devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bishop recently opened his cause of canonization. For more on...
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Four Marks of the Church: Apostolic
Over the past few episodes, Bishop has been breaking down the four marks of the church, and they may sound familiar from the Creed: one, holy, Catholic, and Apostolic. This week, the series wraps up with Bishop talking about the fourth mark: ”apostolic.” Find out about the different dimensions of...
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Four Marks of the Church: Catholic
On this episode, Bishop continues breaking down the Four Marks of the Church. This time focusing on the third mark, “Catholic.”
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Four Marks of the Church: Holy - Holy and Made of Sinners
We’re continuing our series on the Four Marks of the Church....”one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic.” On this episode, Bishop goes into the second mark... “Holy.” Find out more about our call to sanctification and humility.
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Four Marks of the Church: One - Unity with Diversity
The Nicene Creed professes “One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church.” These are known as the four marks of the Church. On this episode, Bishop focuses on the first mark: “one. Hear more about unity, and why it's an essential part of the Church.
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Bishop Kevin Rhoades from the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend in Indiana talks with program host, Kyle Heimann, and answers questions submitted by listeners
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