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Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast) — 316 episodes
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Easter Special: Fasting Beyond Lent
Is Self-Care Prideful? (With Dr. Brian Pedraza)
Greed: How Much Money Should Catholics Have? (with Dr. Brian Pedraza)
When the Noonday Devil Strikes (with Dr. Brian Pedraza)
Conquering Lust in an Oversexualized World (with Dr. Mario Sacasa)
Gluttony: Food Addiction vs. Overindulgence (with Dr. Mario Sacasa)
Avoiding the Comparison Trap (with Dr. Mario Sacasa)
How Do We Let Go of Control? (with Sr. Josephine Garrett)
Navigating Attractions and Lust in Relationships (with Sr. Josephine Garrett)
When Does Anger Become Sinful? (with Sr. Josephine Garrett)
Why Do I Feel Sadness When Others Succeed? ( with Sr. Josephine Garrett)
How Do We Overcome Deeply Rooted Vices?
How Should We Prioritize Different Devotions?
Should We Receive Holy Communion on the Tongue or in the Hand?
Healing and Hope Amidst Pornography and Masturbation Addiction (with Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio)
What Does God Think of Divorce?
The Truth About IVF (with Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio)
Do I Need to Go to Mass In-Person Every Week?
Natural Family Planning: What It Is and What It Isn’t (with Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio)
Suffering: How Can We Carry Our Cross Like Jesus?
The Church and Contraception (with Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio)
Am I Worthy to Walk with Jesus?
Is It Ever OK to Use Contraception? (with Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio)
Can a Baptism Be Invalid?
Waiting vs. Searching for a Spouse: What’s Right? (with Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio)
What Is a Charism and Do I Have Any?
Struggling with Infertility
Is Cremation Allowed in the Catholic Church?
Can I Read/Watch Harry Potter?
What Is Emotional Chastity and Who Needs It?
Facing Loneliness in Your Faith Journey
How to Grieve Well
Should I Bring My Kids to Adoration?
How to Pray a Holy Hour
Is the Eucharist Really Jesus?
Why Is God Referred to as a "He"?
Should Parents Name Their Children After a Saint?
How to Deal with Shame
What the Church Says About Medical Marijuana
When Your Spouse Doesn’t Share Your Faith
Retreats: Essential or Indulgent?
How Do Husbands Want to Be Loved?
Can Holy People Have Fun?
Decision Making: Single vs. Married
Međugorje: Private vs. Public Revelation
Can Christians Work Out to Look Good?
Overcoming Envy
Can Catholic Moms Have Careers?
Is It Possible to Have a "Happy" Death?
Is There a "Right" Way to Educate Your Children?
Responding to Sin in the Church
Preparing for Marriage: What You Need to Do
Can Women Be Deacons?
Why Social Media Is a Lonely Place (with Sr. Josephine Garrett)
What Will You Do for Love?
Can Christians Complain? (with Sr. Josephine Garrett)
How Can I Be Happy in This World?
How to Make Good Friends
How Do I Bring My Children Back to the Church?
Why Intimacy in Marriage Is So Important (with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN)
The Eucharist and My Imperfection
Why Is Death Scary? (with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN)
Navigating Conflict with Friends
How to Give “The Talk” (with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN)
How to Date Better
Is “Social Justice” Christian?
A Misunderstood Scripture Verse
What the Church Says About New Age Practices
The Seal of Confession
A Practical Approach to Evangelization
The Blessed Virgin Mary and Birth Pains
The Origins of Divine Mercy
The Spiritual Life of a Priest
Why We Read the Passion Twice
Why the Rosary Is Essential
How to Pray in Lent
Envy: It’s More Than Jealousy
Why These Sins Can Be Deadly to Our Souls
Striving for a Virtuous Life
How to Discover Authentic Happiness
Forgive Like Christ Does
Caring for Elderly Parents
Reasons Priests Leave the Priesthood
Discerning Different Religious Orders
Baptism and Salvation
Singing vs. Speaking the Psalms
How to Pray Together as Spouses
Eucharistic Ministry
Cultivating Unity with Our Protestant Brothers and Sisters
Thanksgiving Special: Holidays and Expectations
Why Can Only Priests Consecrate the Eucharist?
Disposing of Sacramentals
Choosing Devotions
Suffering: An Invitation?
Prayers to the Saints
Individualism vs. Individuality
Compartmentalizing Faith
Receiving Communion in Other Denominations: Yes or No?
What if My Employer Supports Things Contrary to My Beliefs?
How Can I Serve My Parish?
Be My Guest: Do You Know What You Believe? (with Sarah Swafford)
Anointing of the Sick vs. Last Rites
How Can the Saints Hear Us?
Bringing Children to Mass, Stations of the Cross Outside of Lent, and Altar Servers
Catholic Apparel, Treating Yourself, and Valid Baptisms
Seeking Catholic Friendship, Obstacles to Entering the Church, and a Desire for Heaven
Tears in Heaven, Mary and Anger, and Struggling with Scrupulosity
Donating Your Body to Science, Old Testament Saints, and the Story of Veronica
Be My Guest: Motherhood, Mary, and Favorite Female Saints with Lisa Cotter
Be My Guest: Signs from God, Fear in Discernment, and Patience with Fr. Gregory Pine
Holy Week Message from Fr. Josh
Speaking in Tongues and Sacred Art vs. Pornography
Responding to Untrue Words of Condolence and Celebrating During Lent Description
Optional Prayers in Mass, Marian Apparitions, and How the Bible Is for Everyone
Be My Guest: Understanding Exorcisms and Avoiding the Demonic with Fr. Vincent Lampert
Listening to Homilies, Charisms of Religious Orders, and Lent during Pregnancy
Be My Guest: Dating and Relationship Questions with Dr. Mario Sacasa
Good Retreats, Prayer Scarves, and Resources for Lent
Caring for Our Parents, Harry Potter, and Modes of Receiving Holy Communion
Women Leaders in the Church, Ephesians 5:22-23, and the Right Reception of Holy Communion
Syncretism, Facing Rejection, and the Proper Use of NFP
Medical Marijuana, Spiritual Gifts, and the Reward of Holiness
Traveling with a Significant Other, Prayer Lists, and Fraternal Correction
Growing in Compassion, Seeing Christ in Others, and Emotional Chastity
Prayers for Souls in Purgatory, St. Michael the Archangel, and Jesus Before the Incarnation
2021 New Years Special
Christ Entered Into Our Mess
Sacramentals vs. Superstitions, and Getting to Know God
Are All Religions the Same, Accepting a Partner's Sexual History, and Letting Go of Past Hurts
World without End, Being Worthy When Receiving Holy Communion, and if Catholicism is a Cult
An Invitation to Pray: A Meditation on Gratitude
Becoming Catholic, Renouncing Lies, and Thanksgiving Conversations
Offering Gregorian Masses for the Deceased and Experiencing Disabilities
The Identity of Beloved Son and Making Sense of Mystical Writings
Praying the Angelus, Bad Homilies, and Mother Nature
Vocation Confusion and Taking the Morning After Pill
Possessing vs. Loving Others and Understanding Modesty
Coping with Grief, Naming Children, and Discerning the Contemplative Life
Retreat Highs, Fear of Marriage, and Facing An Unplanned Pregnancy
Be My Guest: Cultivating a Healthy Lifestyle (with Megan and Jared Braud)
Waiting to Enter the Church, College Greek Life, and Feeling Alone in the Faith
Special Episode: Finding God in Devastation (with Fr. Mark Toups)
All About Mary: Hail Mary Prayer, Ark of the Covenant, and Mary's Virginity
Be My Guest: All About Catholic Social Teaching (with Mari Pablo)
Fasting for Beginners, Spiritual Dryness, and the Engagement Season
Be My Guest: All About Same-Sex Attraction with Fr. Phillip Bochanski
Dealing with Shame, Bringing Your Kids to Adoration, and Combatting the Power of Evil
Cremation, Crosses versus Crucifixes, and Forgetting Sins During Confession
Loving the Homeless, Struggling with Infertility, and Losing Members of the Body of Christ
Accompanying the Dying, How to Pray a Holy Hour, and Defining Vanity
Denying Yourself, Why is God referred to as He, and Catholic Social Teaching
Be My Guest: Finding a Saint Like You (with Meg Hunter-Kilmer)
Orthodox Christians and Catholic Rites, Music in Mass, and the Necessity of Baptism
Jesus Heals the Demoniac, and Receiving the Stigmata
Holy Masculinity, the Problem with Sending “Good Vibes”, and Attending Non-Catholic Weddings
Making Time for Prayer, Attending Mass with a Baby, and Eucharistic Miracles
Evangelizing Protestants, Patron Saints, and the Spiritual World
Rainbow Flags, Forgiving without an Apology, & Anger at God
Marriage Discernment, Virtuous Friendships, and Tithing
Be My Guest: All About Prayer (with Fr. Mark-Mary)
God's Chosen People, Vernacular Translations of the Bible, and The Second Coming of Jesus
Ministry Burnout, Mary's Titles, and the Diaconate
Growing in Patience, Discerning Third Orders, and True Crime Entertainment
Honoring Parents, What If Aliens Exist, and the Power of the Holy Spirit
An Invitation to Pray: Holy Week Meditation
Union with God, Enoch & Elijah, and Visionary Saints
Receiving Communion, Calling Priests "Father", and Being Present to Others
Interfaith Dating, Catholic Postures at Mass, and the Litany of Humility
Special College Edition: Consistent Prayer, Young Saints, and Diversity in Campus Ministry
Mindfulness Meditation, Did Jesus Have Siblings, and the Joy of the Lord
Dealing with Depression or Acedia in Lent, Types of Fasting, and Distractions in Prayer
Special Episode: Celebrating Black Saints
Glorifying God, Salvation for Non-Christians, and the Fall of Man
Hearing Confessions, Political Leadership, and Fighting Temptation
Name Changes in Scripture, Overcoming Envy, and Daily Prayer
Be My Guest: Brandi Kilbert on Women's Health (Abortion, Contraception, and IVF)
Forgiving Betrayal, the Universal Call to Holiness, and the Role of an RCIA Sponsor
New Year's Eve Greeting from Fr. Josh
An Invitation to Pray: Christmas Eve Lectio Divina
The Year of St. Joseph, the Incarnation, and Fasting before Communion
Our Lady of Guadalupe, Celebrating Santa Claus, and Being Catholic in College
Praying in Tongues, Holy Water, and Fasting in Advent
Be My Guest: Fr. Mark Toups on Advent and the Beauty of Mary and Joseph’s Marriage
Falling in Love with God, Leading Bible Studies, and Covenants in Scripture
Human Evolution, Moral Relativism, and What to Expect in Heaven
A Note from the Producers
The Catholic Take on Halloween, Becoming a Priest Later in Life, and Using Social Media in a Saintly Way
Growing in a Season of Singleness, Responding to Atheism, and Overcoming Fear
An Invitation to Pray: Lectio Divina
Incorruptible Saints, Idolizing Celebrities, and Papal Infallibility
Returning to Mass, Beach Weddings, and Marian Consecration
Fr. Josh Asks YOU Questions
End of Times Prophecies, Apostolic Succession, and Praying Novenas
Holy Dating, Explaining the Trinity, and Embracing the Cross
Evangelizing at Work, Being a Good Godparent, and Supporting your Local Priest
The Dark Night of the Soul, Valid Sacraments, and Dinosaurs in the Bible
Raising Kids to Be Saints, Accepting Death, and Using the Lord's Name in Vain
Charisms, Do Soulmates Exist, and Saints Before Jesus
Gossiping vs. Venting, and Being Judged on Our Time, Talents, and Treasure
Mortification, Converting, and Hearing God’s Voice
Horoscopes, Faith Without Religion, and Forgiving Oneself
Special Episode: Hudson Byblow's Story
Be My Guest: Hudson Byblow on Same-Sex Attraction, Holy Friendships, and Healing from Pornography
Spacing out Children, Belief in the Eucharist, and Metal Music
Police Reform, Removing Statues, and Catholic Speakers
Derek Chauvin and Lack of Men in the Catholic Church
An Invitation to Pray: Rosary for Racial Repentance (with Tara Winder)
Porn Addiction and Healing the Body of Christ
Special Episode: Healing the Racial Divide
All About Prayer
The Rapture, Working for the Church, Confession, and Superheroes
An Invitation to Pray: Rosary for Racial Reconciliation
SSPX, Three Days of Darkness, and Captain America
Soul Ties, Suffering Well, and Reception of the Soul
Original Parents, Vocations to Consecrated Single Life, and Annulment After Civil Marriage
Easter Message
The Sacraments and Mass During COVID-19
Be My Guest: Chika Anyanwu on ADHD, Bad Homilies, and Making a Good Confession
Be My Guest: Fr. Brad Doyle on Birth Control for Medical Reasons and Male Fertility Testing
An Invitation to Pray with Father Josh during COVID-19
Be My Guest: Fr. Paul Gros on OCD, Anxiety, and Therapy
All About Christian Fasting: Eating Disorders, Spiritual Effects, and Challenges
All About Lent: What's Best for Your Soul This Year?
Yoga, Forgiving the Devil, and Mary’s Free Will
Sex in Marriage, Arguing about Contraception, and Recovering from Sexual Sin
Fear of the Lord, Explaining the Eucharist to Children, and Baptizing a Grandchild
All About the Priesthood: Women Priests, Married Priests, and Flawed Priests
All about Being Pro Life: Abortion after Rape, Excommunicating Politicians, and Single Motherhood
All About Living a Chaste Life (Even after Lost Virginity)
Be My Guest: Andy Lesnefsky on Catholic Community, Tattoos, Fitting in, and Avoiding Burnout
A New Years Prayer from Father Josh
A Christmas Prayer from Father Josh
Be My Guest: Favorite Things with Sister Miriam James
Corrupt Church History, Saints Reading Minds, and "Mary Did You Know?"
All About Advent: Christmas Music, Prayer, and the Liturgical Calendar
Happy Thanksgiving, and Send Me Advent-Related Questions!
Feminism, Devotionals Guaranteeing Salvation, and Kanye West
Anxiety, Parish Involvement, and Can Catholics Be Masons
Catholic Voting and Celebrating Halloween
Wearing Rosaries, Taize Prayer, and Spiritual Direction
Non Catholics Receiving Communion, Essential Oils, and St. Paul on Salvation
Guardian Angels, Explicit Lyrics, and Christian Denominations
Unanswered Prayers, Unplanned Pregnancy Before Marriage, and Bible Translations
Ministering to Coworkers, Ember Days, and Revering Saint Relics
Dropping Hosts, Not Kneeling at Mass, and the Devil in Our Thoughts
All About Discernment: Dating, Marriage, and Jackie and Bobby Angel
Holding Hands During the Our Father, Loss of Zeal, and Rap
Suicide, Allergic to the Eucharist, and NFP for At-Risk Pregnancy
Be My Guest: Kevin McCall, Asking for Signs, and the Holy Spirit
Be My Guest: Avera Maria Santo, Homosexuality, and Finding Happiness
Selfishness, Daily Mass, and Talking to Family About Religious Discernment
Forgiving Deep Wounds Caused by Family, Praying for Souls in Purgatory, and Tired of Praying
Baptisms with Same-Sex Parents, Helping Family Understand Church Teachings, and Overwhelming Guilt
Prayer Transcending Time, Married Priests, and Checking Someone Out
Scrupulosity, Bad Confession Experiences, and Young People Leaving the Church
Praying to the Saints, the Communion Fast, and Confession “Hopping”
Traditional Latin Mass, Witchcraft, and Mystic Visions
All About Alcohol: Drunkenness, Underage Drinking, and Whisky for Teething Babies
Same-Sex Love, Boycotting Netflix, Leaving the Priesthood
TV Mass, Cafeteria Catholics, and Finding Happiness When Depressed
What Does Hell Look Like, Was Peter the First Pope, and a Follow Up to Spiritual Intimacy
Original Sin, Explicit Music, State of Life Vocations, and Can Priests and Women Be Friends
Be My Guest: Dr. Mario Sacasa on Love as a Sincere Gift of Self
Praying the Paul VI Rosary: The Glorious Mysteries
Chapel Veils, Free Will, and Methods for Preventing Pregnancy
Hypostatic Union, Annulled Marriages, and Asking a Girl on a Date
Happy Easter from Fr. Josh!
Holy Week, Aliens, and Righteous Anger
Nuns Without Habits, Explaining Past Mistakes to Children, and Fr. Josh’s Conversion
The Devil, Life After Rape, and Giving Communion to Unbelievers
Be My Guest: Dr. Edward Sri, the Crucifixion, and St. Joseph
Depression, Sexism in the Church, Candy During Lent, and Posting on Facebook
Be My Guest: Jeff Cavins, Activated Discipleship, and Catholic Swag
Ash Wednesday, Dress Code for Mass, and Downplaying Mortal Sins During Confession
Do Pets Go to Heaven, Family Conflict, and Honor Thy Father and Mother
Saint Icons, Feeling Unwelcome at Church, and the War on Drugs
Catholic Dating, How Far is Too Far Before Marriage, and Spiritual Intimacy
Are Tattoos a Sin, the Covington Catholic Controversy, and Arguments Between Priests and Parish Staff
Eucharistic Adoration, Mary’s Perpetual Virginity, Single Moms, and Children Questioning the Catholic Faith
Spending the Night, Humility, the Paranormal, and Same Sex Adoption
Pray for Our Priests
Divorce, God’s Wrath in the Old Testament, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Merry Christmas!
Finding Meaning in Life, Christmas Presents, and Helping Children Discern their Vocation
Praying the Paul VI Rosary
The Big Bang, Examination of Conscience, and Overcoming Mortal Sins
Addicted to Social Media, Helping the Homeless, and Communion on the Tongue
Admonishing the Sinner, Regretting Abortion, and Marriage in Heaven
Voting, Spiritual Direction, and Fasting
Sacramentals, Circumcision, and Time Off Purgatory
Halloween, Children at Mass, and Maid of Honor
Distractions in Prayer, Alcoholic Spouses, and Racism in the Church
An Invitation to Pray
Money, Chronic Pain, Discerning the Priesthood
Cannibalism, Cremation, and Sinful Priests
The Pill, Choosing Godparents, and Loneliness
Working Moms, Quitting Smoking, and Can We Lose Our Salvation
Lust, Reading Scripture, Lying, and Jehovah’s Witnesses
Virgin Mary, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), and Discerning Vocation while Experiencing Same-Sex Attraction
Living in Sin, Dating, Forgiving Oneself, and Jealousy
Hormone Replacement Therapy, 30 Years Since Last Confession, When Do We Receive Our Souls
Childhood Abuse, Anxiety, Converting to Catholicism, Father Abandonment, and Communion Cup
The Bible, Masturbation, Honeymoon Abstinence, and Holy Communion
Divorce, Going to Hell, and Being Angry at God
Racism, Non-Catholic Bible Studies, Organ Donation, and Plastic Surgery
Is Your Spouse Your Friend, How to Be Catholic at Work, Is Sex Just to Make Babies, and Healing from Past Dating Wounds
Vasectomies, Death of a Family Member, Prayer Journaling, and Gay Relationships
Infant Baptism, Ending Friendships, and Purgatory
Infidelity, Venial Sins, Letting Go, and Anger
Pope Francis, Priests Playing Favorites, and Celibacy
The Rosary, Working on Sundays, and NFP
Game of Thrones, Fallen-Away Catholics, and Discernment
The Eucharist, Relationship Standards, and Smoking Weed
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