Best Fr. Chris Alar Podcasts (2025)

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Body & Organ Donation: What is Allowed & What is Not? 50:05

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We have all heard about donating our organs or body to science, but what does the Church say about it? Is it allowed? If so, under what circumstances? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he shows you everything you need to know about this topic and why it is so important.By The Marian Fathers

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Heaven's Message About the End Times - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/25/25 15:15

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Today's Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112625.cfm As we reach the final days of the liturgical year, the Church invites us to lift our eyes toward the ultimate realities: Christ’s return, the purification of the world, and God’s unshakeable plan for His people. Fr. Chris reminds us that the Scriptures, the Catechism, and the Churc…

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Advent: The Season of Holy Waiting - Fr. Tyler Mentzer | 12/3/25 22:33

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The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120325.cfm Advent invites us to wait—not passively, but with trust. As Fr. Tyler Mentzer reflects on Psalm 23, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want,” he reminds us that God’s provision is never merely sufficient; it is abundant, verdant, and overflowing. In a world where we’…

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Play Before the Father - Fr. Anthony Gramlich | 12/2/25 17:15

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The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120225.cfm In Proverbs 8, Scripture reveals a tender mystery: before the world began, the Eternal Son “was beside Him… playing before Him at all times.” Before creation, before the angels, Jesus rejoiced in the Father’s presence with the freedom of a child. Fr. Anthony reminds us …

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Who Will Enter the Kingdom? - Fr. Daniel Klimek | 12/1/25 17:14

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The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120125.cfm In today’s homily, Fr. Daniel offers a challenging but deeply Catholic truth: salvation belongs to Christ alone, yet His grace reaches far wider than we often imagine. Jesus praises the faith of the pagan centurion, teaching that many from east and west will recline wit…

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Living a Purpose-Filled Advent - Fr. Mark Baron | 11/30/25 19:56

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Fr. Mark reminds us that Advent is not Christmas—it is a penitential season meant to awaken our souls, sharpen our spiritual vision, and prepare us to stand before the Lord. Across the 24 Churches that make up the Catholic Church, Advent (or its equivalent) is lived with deep seriousness: 40-day fasts, vegan disciplines, weeks of total abstinence, …

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The Weapon of Mass Conversion - Fr. Richard Shuaibu | 11/26/25 21:07

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Today's Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112625.cfm Today’s guest homilist, Fr. Richard Shuaibu of the Diocese of Sokoto, Nigeria, joined us at the National Shrine to share a living testimony of the Gospel we heard proclaimed—Christ’s promise that “not a hair on your head will be destroyed” because eternal life is secure in Him. Int…

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Freedom in Chains: The Witness of Vietnam’s Saints - Fr. Tyler Mentzer | 11/24/25 20:35

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The Place Persecution Cannot Reach In today’s homily, Fr. Tyler reflects on a truth revealed by the Vietnamese Martyrs—117 canonized, more than 300,000 known to God alone—who witnessed with their blood that no earthly power can touch the deepest sanctuary of the human person: the heart. Persecution may imprison the body, silence the voice, or press…

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Music's Incredible Control Over Us: How can St. Cecilia Help? 33:52

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Few things can control our emotions and feelings like music. There is scientific proof of this. So how do we know these limits and boundaries? Hear Fr. Chris explain the power of music for the good or the bad and how St. Cecilia can help us.By The Marian Fathers

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Christ the King: Ruling From the Cross - Fr. Anthony Gramlich | 11/23/25 24:21

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Today's Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112325.cfm In today’s homily, Fr. Anthony reminds us of a truth Americans rarely ponder: we have never lived under a king — yet our entire faith rests on the Kingship of Jesus Christ. Unlike earthly monarchs who seek power, privilege, and protection, Jesus rules from a place no human king wou…

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Jerusalem, the Temple, and the Peace Only Christ Can Give - Fr. Jason Lewis | 11/20/25 19:11

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Today's Mass Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112025.cfm Pilgrimage Promo: https://youtu.be/LSw5E8f5jNY Register for the Pilgrimage Here: https://marian.org/events/pilgrimage-medjugorje As we approach the end of the liturgical year, Fr. Jason Lewis reflects on Jesus’ anguished words to Jerusalem — the city that should have recognize…

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Standing Boldly in Hope: Lessons from the Maccabean Martyrs - Fr Mark Baron | 11/19/25 23:40

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Today's Mass Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/111925.cfm In today’s homily, Fr. Mark Baron reflects on the harrowing story from 2 Maccabees: a mother witnessing the martyrdom of her seven sons for refusing to abandon God’s law. As Fr. Mark highlights, the woman’s courage was rooted in hope—hope in God’s providence, mercy, and the pr…

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Standing Firm in a World Falling Apart - Fr. Matthew Tomeny | 11/18/25 15:05

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In today’s homily, Fr. Matt offers a sobering reminder: a nation cannot survive spiritually if its people abandon truth. As Catholics, we are called not only to believe the faith, but to study it, to guard it, and to allow it to shape our daily lives. The Church teaches that the Holy Spirit is the “Spirit of Truth” (John 14:17), and when we invite …

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A Culture Without Love Cannot Defend Life - Fr. David Gunter | 11/17/25 7:54

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In today’s homily, Fr. David reminds us that the pro-life mission begins not only with defending the unborn, but with defending the truth about the human person. As the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith taught in Donum Vitae (1987), “Human life must be absolutely respected and protected from the moment of conception.” This foundational tru…

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The Presentation of Jesus or Mary? A Simple Summary 34:50

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We all know about the Presentation of Jesus, but what about the Presentation of Mary? Is this in the Bible? What is the Protoevangelium of James and is it inspired by the Holy Spirit? Fr. Chris Alar gives a good summary of what it is, what we believe, and why.By The Marian Fathers

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Understanding Purgatory and Proof It Exists 48:58

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Non-Catholics often reject the doctrine of Purgatory, claiming it is not Biblical. Join Fr. Chris Alar as he explains where it is in the Bible and easy steps to do now to avoid the most extreme punishment after we die.By The Marian Fathers

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Hope in the End Times - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/16/25 18:58

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In today’s homily, Fr. Chris invites us to confront a reality many avoid: the Church teaches that we are living in the “end times”—not because the world is ending tomorrow, but because public revelation closed with the death of the last Apostle. As the liturgical year ends, the Gospel readings turn our attention to eschatology: the destruction of t…

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Truth, Mercy, and the Courage to Shepherd Souls - Fr. Daniel Klimek, PHD | 11/14/25 12:14

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The Book of Wisdom reminds us that creation itself reveals the divine Artist, yet humanity so often stops at the art and forgets the Artist. St. Paul echoes this in Romans 1:20, teaching that God’s truth is visible through nature, leaving us “without excuse.” Natural law is not an invention of the Church but a reflection of the Creator’s design — e…

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Divine Wisdom and the Kingdom Within - Fr. Mark Baron | 11/13/25 13:42

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True wisdom doesn’t come from books or clever ideas — it comes from God Himself. As Fr. Mark reminds us, divine wisdom is the light of God that orders all things in creation and directs them toward their ultimate purpose. Today’s readings from Wisdom 7:22b–8:1 and Luke 17:20–25 show us that this divine wisdom is not something distant or abstract; i…

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Tearing Down the Dividing Wall - Fr. Tyler Mentzer | 11/12/25 20:06

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Today, the Church celebrates the Memorial of St. Josaphat, a bishop and martyr who gave his life for the unity of the Church — a unity founded in Christ Himself, who “is our peace, He who made both one and broke down the dividing wall of enmity through His flesh” (Eph 2:14). In today’s Gospel, we encounter the ten lepers who call out to Jesus from …

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Love That Can’t Be Bought - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/11/25 16:50

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Today, Fr. Chris Alar reflects on the true meaning of love through the example of St. Martin of Tours — a man remembered for one simple act of charity. A Roman soldier who divided his cloak to clothe a beggar, St. Martin discovered that in serving the poor, he had served Christ Himself (cf. Mt 25:40). What seems like a small moment reveals an etern…

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Mary, Mediatrix of Grace? What the Church Really Teaches - Fr. Jason Lewis | 11/8/25 21:18

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Who is Mary in God’s plan of redemption? Is she “Co-Redemptrix”? “Mediatrix of All Graces”? What does the Church actually teach about these titles — and why has there been renewed discussion about them? In this special votive Mass, Fr. Jason offers clarity on the Blessed Virgin Mary’s unique role in salvation history, following the recent doctrinal…

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The Pope Who Stopped Attila the Hun - Fr. Matthew Tomeny | 11/10/25 10:17

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What makes a true shepherd great? Strength in leadership, courage in the face of danger, and clarity in truth. Today, the Church celebrates Pope St. Leo the Great, whose faith shaped both the Church and the world during one of history’s darkest times. When Attila the Hun and his brutal army advanced toward Rome, Pope Leo — a frail, elderly man — we…

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The Forgotten Souls: Why All Souls Day Matters More Than You Think - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/2/25 19:38

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Fr. Chris reminds us that today — the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed — is one of the most important days of the Church year. Though it’s not a solemnity or feast, its spiritual weight is immense. Following the glory of All Saints Day, we now turn to the souls who still await their full union with God — the holy souls in Purgatory. Toget…

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Your True Calling: To Be a Saint - Fr. Matthew Tomeny | 11/1/25 23:46

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Happy All Saints Day! As Fr. Matthew reminds us, today we celebrate all the saints — not just those canonized and known to the Church, but also the hidden saints known only to God. These are the souls who lived their lives faithfully, quietly, and heroically, fulfilling the will of God in the ordinary duties of their daily lives. This feast is mean…

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The Eternal Investment Plan - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/7/25 16:55

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In today’s Gospel, Fr. Chris Alar reflects on what it truly means to be a faithful steward of the gifts God has entrusted to us. The steward in the Gospel, much like the prodigal son, squandered what was not his. But how often do we do the same? Our time, our treasure, and our talents—none of these belong to us. Everything we possess is a gift from…

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The Sobering Reality of Judgment - Fr. Mark Baron | 11/6/25 20:16

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As the world focuses on elections and politics, Fr. Mark Baron reminds us that November calls Catholics to something far deeper — the Last Things: death, judgment, heaven, and hell. While political outcomes can stir hope or despair, Fr. Mark challenges us to shift our trust from men to God, who alone rules history and every soul. St. Paul writes, “…

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Are We No Longer Able To Call Mary Co-Redemptrix or Co-Redeemer? - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/5/25 17:26

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Fr. Chris Alar addresses the recent doctrinal note Mater Populi Fidelis (“Mother of the Faithful”) released by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. The document discusses Marian titles such as Co-Redemptrix and Co-Mediatrix, leading many to ask whether these titles may still be used. Fr. Chris explains that this note falls under the ordinar…

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The Heart That Reformed the Church (St. Charles Borromeo) - Fr. Matthew Tomeny | 11/4/25 14:12

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St. Charles Borromeo is one of the greatest reformers in Church history — not through rebellion or innovation, but through holiness, humility, and total detachment from the world. Born into nobility and privilege, he could have lived in comfort, wealth, and ease. Instead, after the death of his brother, St. Charles turned his back on worldly attach…

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Praying to Dead People? All Saints' Day 48:25

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The practice of praying to the saints for intercession is as old as Christianity. So why is it so misunderstood? Can the saints hear us? Aren't they dead? Doesn't this take away honor from God? Do we worship them? Fr. Chris Alar answers all this and more!By The Marian Fathers

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Halloween; Good or Bad? - Fr. Chris Alar | 10/31/25 17:09

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As Fr. Chris Alar explains, the evening we now call Halloween began not as a pagan ritual, but as a sacred Christian vigil—All Hallows’ Eve, the holy night before the solemnity of All Saints’ Day. This feast, instituted in the 700s, has always been a time to honor the saints and pray for the faithful departed. The Church’s ancient practice of vigil…

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October 30, 2025 - Fr. Tyler Mentzer, MIC 21:32

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October 29, 2025 - Fr. Chris Alar, MIC 16:15

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October 28, 2025 - Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC 14:29

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October 27, 2025 - Fr. Chris Alar, MIC 15:43

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October 26, 2025 - Fr. Tyler Mentzer, MIC 21:58

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October 25, 2025 - Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC 15:32

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Cremation: Is It Allowed? 28:05

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Many people today are turning to cremation as an easy, low-cost alternative to Christian burial. But is this really allowed by the Church? And if so, what do you need to know before you do this? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he gives an interesting summary of this important topic.By The Marian Fathers

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October 24, 2025 - Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC 20:17

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October 23, 2025 - Fr. Chris Alar, MIC 19:07

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October 22, 2025 - Fr. Mark Baron, MIC 17:51

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October 21, 2025 - Fr. Chris Alar, MIC 14:31

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What Does the Church Say About Israel & Gaza? 27:53

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The terror and violence in the Israeli / Palestinian conflict is reaching a fever pitch with Hamas and the fear of World War III looming over the world. But who is right? What is happening and why? And what does the Church and the Bible say about it regarding the end times? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he summarizes this and gives you the most important …