Church Scandal: Just a Catholic Problem? Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar
We have all heard about "pedophile priests" and the Church scandal. And while there are certainly cases of this and trauma caused many victims by abusive priests, for which there is no excuse, there is more to the story. What is the reason for it and are the number of cases actually greater in schools, homes, and other religions? And is the problem really pedophilia, or something else? Was the Pennsylvania Grand Jury report accurate or flawed? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain what you need to know.
Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=YT
Support Our Ministries: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/donation
To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faith
or visit: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/podcasts
Fair Use Policy: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/house/fair-use-policy
259
views
1
comment
Did Christ Require a Church - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep.105 with Fr. Chris Alar
Often people say, “I don’t need to go to church. I’m spiritual, I’m not into organized religion,” remind them that Jesus Himself organized religion – the Catholic Church. In Matthew Jesus established the Church, giving His Apostles the authority to forgive sins and act in His Name. Then be inspired by former NFL quarterback Elvis Grbac as he shares the importance of the Church to him and his family.
Watch Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, and the Marian Fathers and Brothers from the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy on our weekly show, "Living Divine Mercy," airing on EWTN every Wednesday at 6:30 pm EST, with an encore presentation on Mondays at 9:00 am EST. Through teaching segments, Bible and St. Faustina Diary excerpts, as well as real-life examples of people who are living Divine Mercy in their lives, you will learn why Jesus said Divine Mercy is mankind's last hope of salvation! Episode 104: Did Christ Require a Church?
Support our ministries: https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/donation/?source=EWTN
Discover more about Church history on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/church-history?utm_source=YT
212
views
2
comments
Two Feast Days You Don't Want to Miss! (The Holy Cross & Our Lady of Sorrows)
September 14 and September 15 mark back to back feast days on the liturgical calendar with the feasts of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (September 14) and the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows (September 15)! Join Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC as he shares some important details regarding these two wonderful feast days we have in the Church!
Support our Ministries: https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/donation/?source=YT
NEW Digital Streaming Site: https://divinemercyplus.org/?source=YT
115
views
What is the Catholic Charismatic Renewal? #frchrisalar #divinemercy #christian #holyspirit
For the full talk, watch “Charismatic Renewal — Good or Bad? — Marian Teaching”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77oHkRGpnYg
124
views
13th Annual Holy Souls Conference with Fr. Dan Cambra, MIC
Father Dan Cambra, MIC, spiritual director for the Holy Souls Sodality, speaks about "Trusting Jesus, a Post-Pandemic response to, 'I am with you always…' Mt 20:28."
Holy Mother Church is calling us to rediscover and deepen our relationship with Jesus through frequent, devout reception of Holy Communion and Eucharistic Adoration. Jesus desires and His Bride, the Church, encourages us to draw close to Him.
102
views
The #Bible is a Catholic book. #christian #divinemercy #catholic #scripture
Watch the full homily from the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrIE1jm8USA
63
views
What happens as you die? #divinemercy #ewtn #livingdivinemercy #frchrisalar #catholic #christian
Watch the full episode, "Is Prayer Timeless? - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep.104 with Fr. Chris Alar": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yysFVFX73XM&t=156s
100
views
Mary's Birthday - the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
On September 8 the Catholic Church celebrates the birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God! This feast day is celebrated exactly nine months after the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on December 8. Be sure to honor Our Lady and wish her a Happy Birthday as we look to her as our Spiritual Mother!
Support our Ministries: https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/donation/?source=YT
NEW Digital Streaming Site: https://divinemercyplus.org/?source=YT
48
views
Is Prayer Timeless? - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep.104 with Fr. Chris Alar
The Catholic Church teaches that when someone takes their own life, it doesn’t mean that they automatically lose their soul. Father Chris Alar, MIC, takes this a step further and shows how your prayers today can help someone who has died for any reason, even years ago, at the moment of their judgment. Then be inspired by the testimony of a mother who lost her beloved son to suicide, and how, even in the midst of darkness and despair, she found hope and healing in God's loving mercy.
Watch Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, and the Marian Fathers and Brothers from the National Shrine of Divine Mercy on our new show Living Divine Mercy airing every Wednesday at 6:30pm EST on EWTN. Through teaching segments, Bible and St. Faustina Diary excerpts, as well as real-life examples of people who are living Divine Mercy in their lives, you will learn why Jesus said Divine Mercy is mankind's last hope of salvation! Episode 104: Is Prayer Timeless?
Support our ministries: https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/donation/?source=EWTN
Discover more about Church history on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/church-history?utm_source=YT
291
views
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. #suicideprevention #divinemercy #christian #catholic
To order, "After Suicide: There's Hope for Them and for You" visit: https://shopmercy.org/after-suicide-there-s-hope-for-them-and-for-you.html?source=yt
To order , "After Suicide: There's Hope for Them and for You" in Spanish, visit: https://shopmercy.org/after-suicide-there-s-hope-for-them-and-for-you-spanish-version.html?source=yt
138
views
Do pets go to heaven? #livingdivinemercy #ewtn #animals #pets #christian #catholic
Watch the full episode, Do Pets Go To Heaven? - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep.103 with Fr. Chris Alar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7Pm8w3P75s
173
views
Our Lady of Częstochowa: The Faithful Mother who hears the cries of her children - Marian Teaching
Our Lady of Częstochowa is not well known to many around the world. Yet at her Shrine, gazing tenderly from her image for over centuries, she has heard the cry of countless pilgrims and responded with an extraordinary grace of healing, consolation, guidance and love and restored many to life. Those who have placed great confidence in her maternal intercession received extraordinary miracles from the treasury of her Divine Son. Join Fr. Kazimierz Chwalek, MIC, as he provides an in depth discussion of Our Lady of Częstochowa at the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy.
Support Our Ministries: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/donation
Discover more on our NEW free Digital Streaming Site! https://divinemercyplus.org/?source=YT
To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faith
or visit: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/podcasts
Fair Use Policy: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/house/fair-use-policy
146
views
Is St. Mary Magdalene also St. Mary of Bethany? #marymagdalene #divinemercy #marianfathers
Watch the full talk, “Is St. Mary Magdalene also St. Mary of Bethany? (Part 2) - Marian Teaching”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fu-x3WIjnSE
84
views
Do Pets Go To Heaven? - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep.103 with Fr. Chris Alar
It's an age-old question, and there's no perfect answer. While the Church does not teach "dog-matically" that our beloved animals will or will not be in Heaven, some think they will be, as the Scriptures describe animals at peace in the new creation. Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he shares both sides of the topic and gives thanks to God for the gift of our animal companions. Then be inspired by Canines for Christ, a healing ministry which connects therapy dogs with the infirm and homebound, with amazing results.
Watch Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, and the Marian Fathers and Brothers from the National Shrine of Divine Mercy on our new show Living Divine Mercy airing every Wednesday at 6:30pm EST on EWTN. Through teaching segments, Bible and St. Faustina Diary excerpts, as well as real-life examples of people who are living Divine Mercy in their lives, you will learn why Jesus said Divine Mercy is mankind's last hope of salvation! Episode 103: Do Pets Go To Heaven?
Support our ministries: https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/donation/?source=EWTN
Discover more about Church history on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/church-history?utm_source=YT
331
views
The Marian Fathers' Schedule for September 2023!
Fr. Chris Alar, MIC gives you the schedule for upcoming talks, videos, shows, and events from the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy for the month of September. This way you won't miss anything to help your soul in your spiritual journey!
Support our Ministries: https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/donation/?source=YT
NEW Digital Streaming Site: https://divinemercyplus.org/?source=YT
67
views
Divine Mercy miracle in Maui fire? Learn the promises of the Divine Mercy Image. #divinemercy
Watch the full homily: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3qoQEkADlA
68
views
How does the #Church become more diverse? #catholic #christian #explainingthefaith #frchrisalar
For the full talk, watch “Christian Woke - Good or Bad? Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar”: https://www.youtube.com/live/Wdi42GGA0fE?si=odlGr-SA5FRaXQcb
199
views
1
comment
Is St. Mary Magdalene also St. Mary of Bethany? (Part 2) - Marian Teaching
Is St. Mary Magdalene the same person as St. Mary of Bethany, the sister of St. Lazarus and St. Martha? Is she the same person as the penitent woman in Luke 7:36-50?
In 2021, Pope Francis added the names of Mary of Bethany and Lazarus to the July 29 memorial of St. Martha, making it a liturgical celebration of all three family members. Does this change the Church's traditional understanding of who Mary Magdalene was, whose feast day is celebrated on July 22? Listen to Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC explain what we know about St. Mary Magdalene according to the prayers of the Church.
Part 1: https://youtube.com/live/JJL-Zo6EklA
Support Our Ministries: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/donation
Discover more on our NEW free Digital Streaming Site! https://divinemercyplus.org/?source=YT
To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faith
or visit: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/podcasts
Fair Use Policy: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/house/fair-use-policy
227
views
The Rosary - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep.102 with Fr. Donald Calloway
When Our Lady presented the Rosary to St. Dominic, she said it would be used as a battering ram against falsehoods, a kind of "spiritual sword." Saint Paul says the Word of God is sharper than any sword, and the Rosary is, after all, the Bible on a set of beads. Join Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, as he shares his personal testimony of the life-changing power of this devotional prayer. Then be inspired by the story of Joni Seith, as she shows us how prayer and faith help her to persevere amid great suffering.
Watch Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, and the Marian Fathers and Brothers from the National Shrine of Divine Mercy on our new show Living Divine Mercy airing every Wednesday at 6:30pm EST on EWTN. Through teaching segments, Bible and St. Faustina Diary excerpts, as well as real-life examples of people who are living Divine Mercy in their lives, you will learn why Jesus said Divine Mercy is mankind's last hope of salvation! Episode 102: The Rosary.
Support our ministries: https://forms.thedivinemercy.org/donation/?source=EWTN
Discover more about Church history on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/church-history?utm_source=YT
137
views
The Miracle of Fr. Chris Alar's Mom!
When covid hit, Fr. Chris Alar asked for prayers for his mom Rosalie and you Marian Helpers responded. Not only has she lived 7 years after all doctors told her she had no more than three years to live with liver failure, she fell down the stairs getting brain-damaged and then was diagnosed with advanced Alzheimer's disease. Now doctors are saying she is healed? Meet the miracle of our Marian Helper Family and know Fr. Chris is praying for you and your family too!
70
views
Why believe in the Assumption? #livingdivinemercy #divinemercy #frchrisalar #virginmary #christian
Watch the “The Assumption - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep. 101”: https://youtu.be/MoyZdSVdoXk
50
views
Christian Woke - Good or Bad? Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar
What does the Church teach about the Woke elements of Climate Change, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), CRT (Critical Race Theory), BLM (Black Lives Matter), Gender Neutral Bathrooms, Electric Vehicles, Patriotism, etc.? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain.
Past Segments:
What is Woke?: https://youtube.com/live/uIN-qGyqS3U
Transgenderism: https://youtube.com/live/-b06sUHqW5E
Pride Movement: https://youtube.com/live/LTKfsLqwqR4
Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=YT
Support Our Ministries: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/donation
To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faith
or visit: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/podcasts
Fair Use Policy: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/house/fair-use-policy
93
views