Season 2, Episode 13 - The Catholic Files: Part Seven of the 10 Commandments

This Episode of The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly

Broadcast from Immaculate Conception Church in Madison, Ohio

In this inspiring episode, Fr. Donnelly continues his enlightening journey through the Catechism of the Catholic Church, guiding listeners into a deeper understanding of God’s law as a path to freedom and love.

This week, he turns our attention to the Seventh Commandment: “Thou shalt not steal.”

With his characteristic warmth and clarity, Fr. Donnelly explores how this commandment extends far beyond material theft-it calls us to respect the dignity of others, to act justly in our dealings, and to live with hearts free from greed. He invites us to see honesty and generosity not merely as moral duties, but as reflections of God’s own truth and love working within us.

Through Scripture, Church teaching, and heartfelt reflection, Fr. Donnelly reminds us that when we give rather than take, we participate in God’s creative generosity and help to build a world rooted in trust, justice, and compassion.

“Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.”
- Ephesians 4:28