Catholic... And All That!

Peter delivers a live conference on Catholic Marriage and Education to a Catholic youth group based in the south of England. 

More Bible quotes! This time Peter starts with a well known quote, often used against Catholics, but revealing of Christ's mission to restore God's creation and elevate it. John continues with an overview of a classic book of the Old Testament - rightly categorised under the books of Wisdom! 

After a wonderful summer break, Peter and John sit down for the new academic year relaunch of the podcast. On the table: ten Bible quotes — not necessarily their favourites, but more than enough to spark endless discussion on the richness of God’s word. Is God truly the God of all? Is moral perfection really perfection? Join John and Peter for insight, digression, and the occasional surprise as they explore why the Bible remains the most influential piece of writing in human history.

Pentecost Sunday marks the beginning of the Church as we know it today. John and Peter run through this sensational event, and explain how the Holy Ghost reaches us today. Learn about St Luke, the world's first live broadcaster, and especially about how the Holy Ghost inspires the Catholic Church to fulfill her role in the world.For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

The Ascension marks the end of Christ's presence on earth. He is now in Heaven. Why does the Church celebrate Christ's departure from the world? Is He truly gone? Why is this Peter's favourite feast day? Is there such a thing as an Ascension carol? Listen to the great story of how the Apostles got Aristotled and learn why the Catholic Church so mysteriously celebrates this day as one of the most important in the year.For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

So far, Pope Leo XIV's reign has emphasised unity within the Church - but many object that what the Catholic Church needs today is more diversity. So, is the Church diverse? If not, could it ever be? What is the difference between disunity and diversity? Why does St Paul say that there is neither man nor woman in Jesus Christ? Will Peter and John finally get cancelled? Listen now to explore one of the most controversial misunderstandings of our time...For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

John and Peter discuss various topics surrounding the advent of Pope Leo XIV. Why does the world take such an interest in who the pope is? Why is the papacy still relevant? Do people crave a sense of the sacred? This bonus episode explores sacred and ceremonial aspects of the Church which always have and still do appeal to us today.For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

The Papal Conclave is one of the most extraordinary events in the life of the Church. With a conclave currently underway, tune in now to listen to Peter and John discuss how Christ willed His Church to be governed and the importance of the pope's role for the general functioning of the Church... as well as some wild guesses as to who might be the next pope.For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

The Resurrection is the most important event in the history of the world according to the Catholic Church. But wasn't the Passion and Death of Christ sufficient? What is the meaning of the Resurrection and how does it apply to each Catholic? Has Peter really fallen out with Aristotle? Find out in this gripping episode!

Jesus Christ suffered and died on Good Friday but His sufferings began from the moment of His conception. Did His divine nature and human nature draw Him towards or away from The Cross? How does this tension relate to a Catholic's daily life? Has the world become tired of the symbol of the cross? Explore the theology surrounding Christ's anticipation of His Passion and Death today by listening to this final Lenten episode.For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

Passion Week - what better time to learn what the Catholic Church thinks about suffering? Is it excessive? Are there legitimate and illigitimate types of suffering? Is John's nose really that big? Are Catholics sadists? All these questions are elegantly answered in this latest episode - tune in!For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

The Catholic And All That podcast wishes mothers all over the world a happy Mother's Day! In this episode, John & Peter discuss the origins of celebrating motherhood, Mother's Day as understood by Catholics and its fitting occurence on the fourth Sunday in Lent.For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

Every Christian would claim to worship a merciful God, but what does this actually mean? Can mercy ever be a bad thing? Is suffering always opposed to mercy? Was Commodus really merciful and should John have acted in Gladiator? Following the last episode on sin, join Peter and John in this latest canticle about the delights of God's mercy.For ad-free listening, subscribe the the Corner Cabinet Substack at https://thecornercabinetmagazine.substack.com/ 

Is the Catholic Church really obsessed with sin? Is it fair to describe the Catholicism as moralistic? Is there more to the subject than meets the eye? Is it morally acceptable to assault elderly people? John and Peter explore these questions during a discussion all about sin.

Is Mary, the mother of Jesus, the most famous woman of all time? Why is she even considered as one of the greatest beings of all time? What does she have in common with Satan? Is she actually relatable for Catholics? Is Satan a mysogonist? John & Peter discuss the incredible importance of the Blessed Virgin Mary for the Catholic Church.

The Catholic Church has a very distinct view on what science is through the merging of Catholic theology and Greek philosophy. What makes Catholics take Genesis as anything but a myth? How does the Church understand science? Why is Aristotle important for Catholic theology? Peter and John continue their investigation on probably the most important text of all time.

Is Genesis a myth? Does the Catholic Church think that you should interpret it literally? Join Peter and John for another roller coaster of a podcast!

Is the Catholic Church actually looking forward to the end of the world? Was John the Baptist a Baptist? Join Peter and John for this second episode dedicated to the end of the world!

Why do we fear the end of the world? Why has the anticipation of an imminent disaster become so imbedded in modern day culture? Join John and Peter in this introduction to what the Catholic Church is all about!

John & Peter introduce this exciting new podcast on everything Catholic!