http://catholicunderthehood.com Explore the history and spirituality of the Catholic Church from a Franciscan Perspective. Sound seeing tours, interviews, and more. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:49:25 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ http://sbeshonertor.wordpress.com/http://sbeshonertor.wordpress.com/files/2009/03/headlogosm.jpg Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,ReligionReligion & Spirituality/Christianitycatholicunderthehood@gmail.comFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORnoFranciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,ReligionA Franciscan priest podcasting about the Pope, the Bible, Catholic spirituality, theology, history, and news - everything that has to do with the Roman Catholic Church. Faithful, funny, and entertaining.A Franciscan priest podcasting about the Pope, the Bible, Catholic spirituality, theology, history, and news - everything that has to do with the Roman Catholic Church. Faithful, funny, and entertaining.This is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site, subject to copyright and fair use. http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/02/04/274-saint-isaac-of-syria-and-the-love-of-god/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/02/04/274-saint-isaac-of-syria-and-the-love-of-god/#comments Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:47:19 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2836 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/02/04/274-saint-isaac-of-syria-and-the-love-of-god/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor isaac podcasticon noThe holiness of Saint Isaac of Syria, also known as Saint Isaac of Nineveh, transcends the divisions between the Orthodox, Catholic, Coptic and Assyrian Churches. His words describing the great love that God has for all of His creation have inspired ChrisFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORThe holiness of Saint Isaac of Syria, also known as Saint Isaac of Nineveh, transcends the divisions between the Orthodox, Catholic, Coptic and Assyrian Churches. His words describing the great love that God has for all of His creation have inspired Christians everywhere. Links: Selections from the writings of Saint Issac Prayer in the writings [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/28/273-the-coonan-cross-oath/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/28/273-the-coonan-cross-oath/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:56:55 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://sbeshonertor.wordpress.com/?p=2829 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/28/273-the-coonan-cross-oath/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor thomascross divisions podcasticon noDuring the Age of Exploration, the encounter between the Thomas Christians of India and the Portuguese led to a tragic schism whose effects are still felt today. Against the threats of Latinization, the Thomas Christians struggled to preserve their faith Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORDuring the Age of Exploration, the encounter between the Thomas Christians of India and the Portuguese led to a tragic schism whose effects are still felt today. Against the threats of Latinization, the Thomas Christians struggled to preserve their faith and traditions. Links: Website of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Website with much information on [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/21/272-the-popes-stone/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/21/272-the-popes-stone/#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:11:29 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://sbeshonertor.wordpress.com/?p=2818 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/21/272-the-popes-stone/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor unfinishedmonument finishedmonument washingtonmonument smithsonianmonument podcasticon noIn the 1850s, the rise of the Know-Nothing movement symbolized increasing hostility to Catholics and immigrants in the United States. This hostility would even leave its mark on the Washington Monument. Links: Part One and Part Two of an article on the PoFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORIn the 1850s, the rise of the Know-Nothing movement symbolized increasing hostility to Catholics and immigrants in the United States. This hostility would even leave its mark on the Washington Monument. Links: Part One and Part Two of an article on the Pope’s Stone About.com Catholicism Readers’ Choice Awards Sources: Endres, David J. “Know-Nothings, Nationhood, [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/14/271-fr-gereon-goldmann-ofm-part-two/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/14/271-fr-gereon-goldmann-ofm-part-two/#comments Sat, 14 Jan 2012 18:29:39 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2751 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/14/271-fr-gereon-goldmann-ofm-part-two/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor goldmann2 podcasticon noAfter his ordination, Fr. Gereon Goldmann, OFM ministered in Prisoner of War camps braving the anger of German Nazis and French guards. More than once his life will be in grave jeopardy. He will have to endure much before he finally fulfills his dream of Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORAfter his ordination, Fr. Gereon Goldmann, OFM ministered in Prisoner of War camps braving the anger of German Nazis and French guards. More than once his life will be in grave jeopardy. He will have to endure much before he finally fulfills his dream of going to Japan. Links: Biography and photos of Fr. Goldmann, [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/07/280-fr-gereon-goldmann-ofm-part-one/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/07/280-fr-gereon-goldmann-ofm-part-one/#comments Sat, 07 Jan 2012 19:57:06 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2747 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2012/01/07/280-fr-gereon-goldmann-ofm-part-one/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor goldmann1 podcasticon noWhen WWII broke out, Gereon Karl Goldmann, a Franciscan seminarian, was ordered to enlist in the German Army. He will struggle to remain faithful to his Church and to his country both as an officer in the Wehrmacht and, later, in Hitler’s Waffen SS.Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORWhen WWII broke out, Gereon Karl Goldmann, a Franciscan seminarian, was ordered to enlist in the German Army. He will struggle to remain faithful to his Church and to his country both as an officer in the Wehrmacht and, later, in Hitler’s Waffen SS. This struggle will bring him on the path to the priesthood [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/17/279-two-christmas-traditions-and-a-third/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/17/279-two-christmas-traditions-and-a-third/#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 18:38:24 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2743 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/17/279-two-christmas-traditions-and-a-third/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor oplatki christkind podcasticon noMany cultures have special traditions for the celebration of Christmas. Polish Catholics celebrate with the sharing of opłatki. Austrian and German Catholics await the coming of the Christkindl. New traditions are also being established – for examplFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORMany cultures have special traditions for the celebration of Christmas. Polish Catholics celebrate with the sharing of opłatki. Austrian and German Catholics await the coming of the Christkindl. New traditions are also being established – for example, the Christmas Pickle. Links: You can purchase opłatki from here and here and here. An example of the [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/10/278-las-brigadas-femeninas/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/10/278-las-brigadas-femeninas/#comments Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:19:41 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2739 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/10/278-las-brigadas-femeninas/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor brigadas podcasticon noLas Brigadas Femeninas de Santa Juana de Arco were instrumental in the successes of the Cristeros in their war against the government of Mexico. These women faced arrest, imprisonment, and even the opposition from some within the Catholic Church as they sFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORLas Brigadas Femeninas de Santa Juana de Arco were instrumental in the successes of the Cristeros in their war against the government of Mexico. These women faced arrest, imprisonment, and even the opposition from some within the Catholic Church as they struggled for religious freedom. Links: Article on the Cristeros Wikipedia has a brief article [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/03/277-sub-tuum-praesidium/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/03/277-sub-tuum-praesidium/#comments Sat, 03 Dec 2011 05:01:09 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2733 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/12/03/277-sub-tuum-praesidium/feed/ 2 sbeshonertor praesidium podcasticon noThe Sub Tuum Praesidium is the oldest prayer dedicated to the Mother of God we have. It is a prayer that continues to inspire the hearts of Christians today, just as it did over 1,750 years ago. Links: Extensive article on the Sub Tuum Praesidium Another Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORThe Sub Tuum Praesidium is the oldest prayer dedicated to the Mother of God we have. It is a prayer that continues to inspire the hearts of Christians today, just as it did over 1,750 years ago. Links: Extensive article on the Sub Tuum Praesidium Another article on the Sub Tuum Praesidium can be found [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/26/276-the-knights-of-peter-claver/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/26/276-the-knights-of-peter-claver/#comments Sun, 27 Nov 2011 00:13:07 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2727 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/26/276-the-knights-of-peter-claver/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor claver podcasticon noCUTH continues to celebrate National Black Catholic History Month with a look at The Knights of Peter Claver and the Ladies Auxiliary, who have worked to promote the Catholic faith within their communities since 1909. Links: Main website of the Knights ofFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORCUTH continues to celebrate National Black Catholic History Month with a look at The Knights of Peter Claver and the Ladies Auxiliary, who have worked to promote the Catholic faith within their communities since 1909. Links: Main website of the Knights of Peter Claver Ebony article on the 50th Anniversary of the Knights of Peter [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/19/275-idolatrie-in-crust-2/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/19/275-idolatrie-in-crust-2/#comments Sat, 19 Nov 2011 05:03:48 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2719 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/19/275-idolatrie-in-crust-2/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor mince podcasticon noThe Mincemeat pie has a long history with connections to the history of Christmas and Thanksgiving, the history of England and the United States, the history of Catholics and Pilgrims. Mincemeat pies have been praised and cursed and banned..promising a taFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORThe Mincemeat pie has a long history with connections to the history of Christmas and Thanksgiving, the history of England and the United States, the history of Catholics and Pilgrims. Mincemeat pies have been praised and cursed and banned..promising a taste of heaven and/or hell in every bite. Links: Fascinating pages on the history of [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/12/274-alexamenos-worships-god/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/12/274-alexamenos-worships-god/#comments Sat, 12 Nov 2011 05:53:58 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2711 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/12/274-alexamenos-worships-god/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor alexamenos alexamenos2 staurogram podcasticon noThe graffito blasfemo graphically represents the type of persecution that Christians faced in the Roman Empire. Scandalous at the time it was made, it now stands as a powerful testimony to the Christian faith. Links: Article on the Alexamenos graffito An Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORThe graffito blasfemo graphically represents the type of persecution that Christians faced in the Roman Empire. Scandalous at the time it was made, it now stands as a powerful testimony to the Christian faith. Links: Article on the Alexamenos graffito An interesting and informative talk on the image of the crucifixion in art Sources: Green, [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/05/273-lift-as-you-climb/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/05/273-lift-as-you-climb/#comments Sat, 05 Nov 2011 05:56:52 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2707 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/11/05/273-lift-as-you-climb/feed/ 2 sbeshonertor edwards podcasticon noAs we begin National Black Catholic History Month in the United States, we look at the life and work of Lena Frances Edwards. A recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Edwards spent her life in defense of those most in need. Links: Articles on BlaFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORAs we begin National Black Catholic History Month in the United States, we look at the life and work of Lena Frances Edwards. A recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Edwards spent her life in defense of those most in need. Links: Articles on Black Catholic History Month can be found here, here, here [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/29/272-the-evil-of-loudun/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/29/272-the-evil-of-loudun/#comments Sat, 29 Oct 2011 04:04:01 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2704 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/29/272-the-evil-of-loudun/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor grandier podcasticon noIn early 17th century France, a convent of Ursuline sisters will begin to exhibit the signs of demonic possession. The resulting investigation will reveal the evil that lies in human hearts. Links: On the possessions at Loudun Image – The death of FFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORIn early 17th century France, a convent of Ursuline sisters will begin to exhibit the signs of demonic possession. The resulting investigation will reveal the evil that lies in human hearts. Links: On the possessions at Loudun Image – The death of Father Urbain Grandier Sources: Michel de Certeau, The Possession At Loudun, Chicago: The [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/22/271-nature-abhors-a-vacuum/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/22/271-nature-abhors-a-vacuum/#comments Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:03:28 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2700 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/22/271-nature-abhors-a-vacuum/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor vacuum podcasticon noThe great philosopher Aristotle would influence the Catholic understanding of theology and science throughout the Middle Ages. However, reflections on the nature of the vacuum will, in turn, lead to reflections on the nature of God. Links: Condemnations oFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORThe great philosopher Aristotle would influence the Catholic understanding of theology and science throughout the Middle Ages. However, reflections on the nature of the vacuum will, in turn, lead to reflections on the nature of God. Links: Condemnations of 1277 Image – horses attempting to separate the Magdeburg Hemispheres Sources: Barrow, John D. The Book [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/15/270-pagan-babies-for-christ/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/15/270-pagan-babies-for-christ/#comments Sat, 15 Oct 2011 17:02:52 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2698 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/15/270-pagan-babies-for-christ/feed/ 1 sbeshonertor paganbabies3 hca paganbabies1 paganbabies2 podcasticon noChildren in Catholic schools in the 1940s, 50s and 60s spent much time raising money to “ransom pagan babies”. But the work of the HCA, the Holy Child Association, was about more than baptism – it was about children helping children. LinFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORChildren in Catholic schools in the 1940s, 50s and 60s spent much time raising money to “ransom pagan babies”. But the work of the HCA, the Holy Child Association, was about more than baptism – it was about children helping children. Links: Holy Childhood Association – Official website of the HCA in the US HCA [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/08/269-the-saint-of-urakami-part-ii/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/08/269-the-saint-of-urakami-part-ii/#comments Sat, 08 Oct 2011 04:53:36 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2680 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/08/269-the-saint-of-urakami-part-ii/feed/ 3 sbeshonertor urakami2 nagai1 nagai2 nagai3 podcasticon noIn the second of a two part episode, Takashi Nagai uses his faith to find meaning his suffering after the atomic bombing of Nagasaki and uses that faith to inspire hope for others. Links: All That Remains – a movie that is being made about the life Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORIn the second of a two part episode, Takashi Nagai uses his faith to find meaning his suffering after the atomic bombing of Nagasaki and uses that faith to inspire hope for others. Links: All That Remains – a movie that is being made about the life of Takashi Nagai All That Remains Facebook page [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/01/268-the-saint-of-urakami-part-i/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/01/268-the-saint-of-urakami-part-i/#comments Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:10:38 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2673 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/10/01/268-the-saint-of-urakami-part-i/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor urakami podcasticon noIn the first part of a two part episode, we are introduced to Takashi Nagai and follow his journey from atheism and materialism into Catholicism as he seeks answers to the deepest questions of his heart. Links: Pensées of Pascal Earlier CUTH episode on thFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORIn the first part of a two part episode, we are introduced to Takashi Nagai and follow his journey from atheism and materialism into Catholicism as he seeks answers to the deepest questions of his heart. Links: Pensées of Pascal Earlier CUTH episode on the Kirishitan Christians of Japan Information on the life of Takashi [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/18/267-church-and-empire/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/18/267-church-and-empire/#comments Sun, 18 Sep 2011 12:30:39 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2666 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/18/267-church-and-empire/feed/ 1 sbeshonertor history podcasticon noThe incarnation of Christ greatly influenced our understanding of history. In turn, the development of history has greatly influenced our understanding of God’s activity in the world. Perhaps the clearest example of this was the relationship of ChriFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORThe incarnation of Christ greatly influenced our understanding of history. In turn, the development of history has greatly influenced our understanding of God’s activity in the world. Perhaps the clearest example of this was the relationship of Christianity and the Roman Empire. Links: Catholic audio lectures for the iPhone and Android Sources: Breisach, Ernst. Historiography: [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/10/266-the-wild-west-in-the-vatican/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/10/266-the-wild-west-in-the-vatican/#comments Sat, 10 Sep 2011 16:23:20 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2663 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/10/266-the-wild-west-in-the-vatican/feed/ 2 sbeshonertor buffalobill podcasticon noBuffalo Bill’s Wild West was popular throughout the United States and even Europe. Yet, while many amazing displays could be found at Buffalo Bill Cody’s shows, perhaps the most amazing display took place when he visited Pope Leo XIII. Links: Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORBuffalo Bill’s Wild West was popular throughout the United States and even Europe. Yet, while many amazing displays could be found at Buffalo Bill Cody’s shows, perhaps the most amazing display took place when he visited Pope Leo XIII. Links: Buffalo Bill in Rome Medal Buffalo Bill received from Pope Leo XIII Sources: Delaney, Michelle [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/03/265-saving-husserls-nachlass/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/03/265-saving-husserls-nachlass/#comments Sat, 03 Sep 2011 07:32:12 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2659 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/09/03/265-saving-husserls-nachlass/feed/ 1 sbeshonertor breda podcasticon noFather Herman Leo Van Breda, OFM played a key role in the preservation of the nachlass of Edmund Husserl. At great risks to himself, he ensured that these priceless writings concerning phenomenology would survive – writings that would in turn prove Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORFather Herman Leo Van Breda, OFM played a key role in the preservation of the nachlass of Edmund Husserl. At great risks to himself, he ensured that these priceless writings concerning phenomenology would survive – writings that would in turn prove tremendously influential upon Catholic philosophy and John Paul II’s Theology of the Body. Links: [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/27/264-the-congolese-rite/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/27/264-the-congolese-rite/#comments Sat, 27 Aug 2011 19:42:55 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2656 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/27/264-the-congolese-rite/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor congo podcasticon noFrom the earliest days of the Church, Catholics have sought how to best express the eternal truths of the faith in their own distinctive cultural experience. While the Catholic faith came to the Democratic Republic of the Congo through European missionariFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORFrom the earliest days of the Church, Catholics have sought how to best express the eternal truths of the faith in their own distinctive cultural experience. While the Catholic faith came to the Democratic Republic of the Congo through European missionaries, the Congolese people have sought liturgical expressions which come from the Spirit that truly [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/20/263-traveling-with-angels/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/20/263-traveling-with-angels/#comments Sat, 20 Aug 2011 07:53:44 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2650 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/20/263-traveling-with-angels/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor twawebsite podcasticon noDuring his papacy, Pope John Paul II made several visits to the United States. Needless to say, getting everything ready for the Pope’s plane travel was a lot of work but as one TWA employed attested, “it was a labor of love.” Links: PhoFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORDuring his papacy, Pope John Paul II made several visits to the United States. Needless to say, getting everything ready for the Pope’s plane travel was a lot of work but as one TWA employed attested, “it was a labor of love.” Links: Photos of the air travel of Pope John Paul II on his [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/13/262-holy-cards/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/13/262-holy-cards/#comments Sat, 13 Aug 2011 07:04:18 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2639 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/13/262-holy-cards/feed/ 1 sbeshonertor prayercard podcasticon noHoly Cards have played an important part of the Catholic faith for centuries. Whether serving as a source of inspiration or consolation, these images of the saints have helped many grow in the love of God and one another. Links: Saints Unlimited Images ofFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORHoly Cards have played an important part of the Catholic faith for centuries. Whether serving as a source of inspiration or consolation, these images of the saints have helped many grow in the love of God and one another. Links: Saints Unlimited Images of old Holy Cards More images of old Holy Cards Chant Art [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/06/261-medieval-books/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/06/261-medieval-books/#comments Sat, 06 Aug 2011 07:00:50 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2635 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/08/06/261-medieval-books/feed/ 4 sbeshonertor monk podcasticon noBooks were the livelihood of the medieval monk but they were rare and expensive. Not surprisingly this meant various and create ways to protect them. Links: The Evolution of the Medieval Book The Art of the Book in the Middle Ages Medieval Books of Hours Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORBooks were the livelihood of the medieval monk but they were rare and expensive. Not surprisingly this meant various and create ways to protect them. Links: The Evolution of the Medieval Book The Art of the Book in the Middle Ages Medieval Books of Hours “Anathema! Medieval Scribes and the History of Book Curses” by [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/07/30/260-papal-zouaves-part-ii/ http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/07/30/260-papal-zouaves-part-ii/#comments Sat, 30 Jul 2011 07:04:33 +0000 catholicunderthehood@gmail.com (Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TOR) http://catholicunderthehood.com/?p=2643 ]]> http://catholicunderthehood.com/2011/07/30/260-papal-zouaves-part-ii/feed/ 0 sbeshonertor zouavestwo podcasticon noThe increasing threat to the Papal States by the Kingdom of Italy will lead to new calls for Catholics to come to the aid of Pius IX. Catholic in Canada respond eagerly. Catholics in the United States are much more hesitant. Links: Canadian and American ZFr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORThe increasing threat to the Papal States by the Kingdom of Italy will lead to new calls for Catholics to come to the aid of Pius IX. Catholic in Canada respond eagerly. Catholics in the United States are much more hesitant. Links: Canadian and American Zouaves in the Papal Army, 1868-1870 by Howard R. Marraro, [...]Franciscan,Catholic,Catholicism,Pope,Priest,Church,Bible,History,Theology,Religion Fr. Seraphim Beshoner, TORnonadult