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LTACL: I Have PTTSD (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/23/26

Do you experience flashbacks when exposed to tiresome enthusiasms and poor theology? Fr. McTeigue does. Perhaps you too suffer from Poor Theology Traumatic Stress Disorder.
 
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Who Can Resist Tyranny? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/20/26

In part two of this special series of tyranny, Fr. McTeigue explains that one of the worst forms of tyranny is to pretend that language doesn't matter. He describes what Catholic defiance to tyranny has looked like throughout the ages, and how we are called to live our Faith with courage. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for Sunday Mass.
 
Show Notes
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century: Snyder, Timothy
Reportage: Essays on the New World Order: Corbett, James, Webb, Whitney
UNEARTHED: 1995 photo shows Pope Leo XIV participating in Pachamama ritual - LifeSite 
Six Nations Will Help Guard Strait of Hormuz – PJ Media 
Use an anonymous account online? AI can now reveal your identity. | Blaze Media 
Japan's Yogurt Delivery Ladies Serve as a Support Net for Country's Aging Population 
Daily Readings - Fifth Sunday of Lent
We Are Being Contested For | Fr. Robert McTeigue’s Sermons

Must Every Catholic Be Traditional? (Fr. John Perricone) 3/19/26

We welcome back Fr. John Perricone to examine how the term “traditional Catholic” has, in some contexts, taken on a derogatory connotation, even within sectors of the Church’s own hierarchy. What does it truly mean to be a “traditional Catholic,” and how can this identity be properly understood apart from caricature or misuse? How might a renewed embrace of the Church’s beautiful and sacred traditions prove beneficial for all Catholics?
Show Notes
Why Every Catholic Is a Traditional Catholic (Or Should Be)
In Defense of Tradition: Collected Shorter Writings of Richard M. Weaver, 1929–1963
Abuse of Language, Abuse of Power
Tradition: Concept and Claim
The False Hope of a “More Apostolic Church”
A Summa of the Summa
Caring for Words in a Culture of Lies
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LTACL: Facing Down the Tyrants (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

What does it really mean to “use your words” in a world that seems increasingly hostile to truth and faith? Father Robert McTeigue unpacks how Christians can recognize modern tyranny and boldly choose courage, clarity, and conviction in the face of it.
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SSPX, Synodality and Canon Law (Fr. Gerald Murray) 3/17/26

We welcome back canon lawyer Fr. Gerald Murray to examine the canonical and ecclesial dimensions of the ongoing tensions between the Society of Saint Pius X and the Vatican. How should this disagreement be understood in light of Church law and authority, and what principles are at stake in evaluating its possible resolution? Why does the recent synodal document addressing the role of women in the Church raise further theological and canonical questions regarding the nature of sacred tradition? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
COMMUNIQUÉ FROM THE GENERAL HOUSE
Bishop Schneider suggests Vatican excommunication of SSPX would not be valid
Rome and St Pius X: the stages of an agreement that was always rejected
When Fellay looked to Rome and feared schism
For Lefebvrians, every Mass except their own is dubious
On women's participation in the life and leadership of the Church
What Happened to "Just War" Theory? | Prayerful Posse
Sen. Cruz's Post on Catholic Role in GOP Gets Backlash
Why Ireland Needs Saint Patrick Now More Than Ever
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"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
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LTACL: A Cardinal's Conscience (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

When an American cardinal issued a statement about the Iran War, it didn't ring true.  It wasn't wrong, but he seemed to lack moral credibility.  Father McTeigue takes a closer look.
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Who's the Tyrant Now? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/13/26

Fr. Robert McTeigue suggests that modern tyranny may look very different from the familiar image of a single authoritarian ruler. How can such a system be recognized and effectively resisted, and what role can the Church play in forming the faithful to confront it? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help prepare you for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes
Now Is the Time of Monsters | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.
The 2 reasons totalitarian states detest the Church
What does the noun tyranny mean?
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century
The Corbett Report Episode 494 – Meet The Ellisons: Zionists, Technocrats, Moguls
Who Is Bill Gates?
How & Why Big Oil Conquered The World
What Happened to the WEF? – Questions For Corbett
The Strange Story of Peter Thiel
Pfizer Papers: Pfizer's Crimes Against Humanity
The Wire - March 12, 2026
Kind Restaurant Owners Take Entire Staff on Paid Bahamas Vacation
Daily Readings - Fourth Sunday of Lent
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"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel
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Catholic Science Fiction? (Eric Sammons) 3/12/26

We welcome back Eric Sammons, editor-in-chief of Crisis Magazine, to discuss his new science fiction novel Shard of Eden. Is there such a thing as authentically Catholic science fiction, and if so, what distinguishes it from other works within the genre? What is required to craft a compelling narrative that both captivates readers and faithfully reflects the teachings of the Church?
Show Notes
Shard of Eden
Voyage to Alpha Centauri: A Novel
A Canticle for Leibowitz
Lord of the World: A Novel
The Space Trilogy by C.S. Lewis
Brother Astronomer: Adventures of a Vatican Scientist
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LTACL: Now Is the Time of Monsters (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

The Church is in the business of defeating monsters and driving out devils. Fr. McTeigue explores how she's not a cruise ship, but a battleship.
 
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Good News for Catholic Education? (Dr. Denise Donahue and Kelly Salomon) 3/10/26

We welcome back Kelly Salomon and Dr. Denise Donohue of The Cardinal Newman Society to discuss why it is so important to carefully evaluate Catholic schools to determine whether they truly uphold the faith they claim to represent. What “green flags” should parents and prospective students look for, and what warning signs might suggest that a school is best avoided? How can the resources of The Cardinal Newman Society help families navigate this process while seeking an authentically Catholic education?
Show Notes
The Newman Guide: Fulfilling St. John Henry Newman’s Vision for Catholic Education
NAPCIS, The Cardinal Newman Society Announce New Partnership for School Accreditation
‘The Newman Guide’ Now Provides Seamless Path of Faithful Catholic Education
Principles of Catholic Identity Overview
The Newman Guide: 2025-2026 Edition
Increasing Access to Faithful Education
Principles Parent Guide
Newman Guide Colleges Earn A+ Pro-Life Rating
Christian Schools - Students for Life of America
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"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel
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LTACL: Do You Speak Synodal? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

So many of the words and phrases coming out of the Synod on Synodality don't seem to make sense. They barely seem like English. Perhaps we need a translation. Father McTeigue takes a closer look.
 
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Confused about Worship? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/6/26

Fr. Robert McTeigue provides guidance for those who are confused about worship. In a world that often appears increasingly disordered, why should the faithful approach divine worship with greater seriousness and reverence? If the Mass is frequently treated as a mere social obligation or an inconvenience, what responsibility do clergy and laity share in restoring a proper understanding of its sacred purpose as an act of reparation offered to God for debts that can never be fully repaid? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help prepare you for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes
Worship in a Time of War
Learning in War-Time
In Tune With The World
The Holy Bread of Eternal Life: Restoring Eucharistic Reverence in an Age of Impiety
Tolkien and the Great War: The Threshold of Middle-earth
A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War
Necessity of Chivalry by C. S. Lewis
Croatia Declared Landmine-free After More Than 2 Decades of Demining Efforts
Daily Readings - Third Sunday of Lent
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Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works!
"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel
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Who Can Save Europe? (Joseph Pearce) 3/5/26

We welcome back author and scholar Joseph Pearce to examine the cultural and spiritual decline of Europe in light of its increasing distance from its Christian heritage. Contemporary policy responses don't seem to be fostering positive change. Could Europe’s authentic renewal depend upon a rediscovery of the Christian foundations that once shaped its identity and institutions?
Show Notes
Caesar or Christ: Who Can Save Europe?
Joseph Pearce's Website
Christians at the End of the Pax Americana
His Reign Shall Have No End: Catholic Social Teaching for the Lionhearted
The Cube and the Cathedral: Europe, America, and Politics Without God
The New Vichy Syndrome: Why European Intellectuals Surrender to Barbarism
Catholic and Identitarian: From Protest to Reconquest
The Death of Christian Culture
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LTACL: Who Am I to Judge? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/4/26

A student insisted that morality is whatever each person decides for themselves. One question can expose the uncomfortable consequences of that idea and stop a room cold. Father McTeigue takes a closer look.
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Is Gay Marriage Good for Children? (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 3/3/26

We welcome back Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse of the Ruth Institute for a rigorous examination of the social and developmental outcomes associated with same-sex parenting and alternative family structures. Research indicates elevated risks in areas such as emotional well-being, academic achievement, and long-term stability for children raised outside the traditional mother–father household. How did we get here, and are there any pastoral, educational, or civic efforts that might be able to help slow the growing trend? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
Greater Than Campaign
Them Before Us
Ruth Institute
Family Research Council
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Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel
Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!