Catholic Saints

Augustine Institute

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the men and women the Catholic Church officially recognize as saints? In these interviews, scripture scholars from the Augustine Institute dive into the lives of the Saints to help all the faithful come to a deeper understanding of those heroic men and women who have been transformed by the love of God. In this Catholic podcast, learn about St. Augustine, St. Monica, St. Philip Neri, St. Catherine of Siena, and many more.
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#368
August 20 · 23 min
Saint Bernard de Clairvaux
Join Dr. John Sehorn and Dr. Elizabeth Klein to learn about Saint Bernard de Clairvaux. Cousins, brothers, and even his own father joined him in the monastery where he lived a life of prayer and austerity. This monastic reformer and mystic have much to teach us about how to love God and, perhaps surprisingly, how to love ourselves. Dr. John Sehorn is the dean of the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augustine.edu.
#367
August 18 · 30 min
St. Helena and the Finding of the True Cross of Christ
Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. John Sehorn discuss how St. Helena discovered the True Cross of Christ.
#366
August 14 · 24 min
St. Maximilian Kolbe
Saint Maximilian Kolbe's life mirrors that of Christ, as he chose to suffer and die so that another might live, even while enduring constant affliction in the Auschwitz concentration camp. Those who witnessed Saint Maximilian's heroic act recalled how he transformed a prison camp into a cathedral through his unceasing praise of God. Hear Taylor Kemp and special guest Anthony D'Ambrosio discuss Saint Maximilian Kolbe and his witness of living a meaningful life by embracing the cross of Christian
#365
August 12 · 21 min
St. Jane Frances de Chantal
In an age when religious life was closed to women who were considered older, to those with limited means, and to those with less than good health, there was a need for an order that would welcome such overlooked souls. Widowed at the age of 29, Saint Jane Frances de Chantal founded the Order of the Visitation along with her friend and spiritual director, Saint Francis de Sales. Celebrated today on August 12 in the United States, her feast day was originally on August 21, but whichever day you ch
#364
August 11 · 31 min
St. Clare of Assisi
Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Ben Akers discuss St. Clare and the beauty of poverty.
#363
August 8 · 23 min
St. Dominic
During times of corruption and heresy in the world, great saints arise to bring renewal to the Church. Learn about the life and legacy of St. Dominic, a 13th century priest who founded the Dominican Order—the Order of Preachers—and lived to promote the integration of the intellectual life and the life of poverty.
#362
August 4 · 23 min
St. John Vianney
Join Father Tegha Afuhwi Nji and Dr. Elizabeth Klein to learn about Saint John Vianney, the patron saint of priests. With more than 30 documented miracles, this pastor of the tiny French town of Ars used to spend 16 to 18 hours a day hearing confessions. His road to the priesthood was not easy, and he has much to teach us about perseverance. Rev. Tegha Afuhwi Nji is an assistant professor of theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augustine.edu.
#361
August 1 · 27 min
St. Alphonsus Liguori
Born to a noble Italian family and known as the “Prince of Moral Theologians”, St. Alphonsus Liguori was a great preacher, lawyer, bishop, theologian, and Doctor of the Church. In this episode of Catholic Saints, Augustine Institute professors Dr. Sean Innerst and Dr. Ben Akers discuss this holy man, drawing wisdom from his life and works to aid Catholics today.
#360
July 31 · 20 min
Praying with Saint Ignatius of Loyola
Join Father Tegha Afuhwi Nji and Dr. Jessica Ewell for the fourth in a monthly series of new episodes within the Catholic Saints podcast that focuses on "Praying with the Saints." What are the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius and how can they help us grow closer to God today? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this episode about Saint Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits and a bulwark of Catholic spirituality. Rev. Tegha Afuhwi Nji is an assistant professor of theol
#359
July 29 · 17 min
Sts. Martha, Mary, & Lazarus
Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss the biblical figures Mary, Martha, and Lazarus who are venerated as Saints in the Catholic Church. We meet Mary, Martha, and Lazarus in the Gospel of Luke and then again in the Gospel of John. Following the example of this holy family, we can learn how to be a friend of Christ and invite Him into our homes and our hearts.
#358
July 28 · 14 min
Blessed Stanley Rother
Blessed Stanley Rother's priestly vocation took him from a farming community in Oklahoma to the highlands of Guatemala. He died there as a martyr in 1981. Join Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. David Moser to find out more about his life and legacy. Dr. David Moser is an assistant professor of theology at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology. Learn more at Augustine.edu.
#357
July 26 · 19 min
Sts. Joachim and Anne
Though they never appear in canonical Scripture, Sts. Joachim and Anne—the grandparents of Jesus—hold a place of great importance in the Church's tradition. Discover more about the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary in this episode of Catholic Saints with Mary McGeehan and Augustine Institute professor Dr. Carl Vennerstrom.
#356
July 25 · 23 min
St. James the Greater
On this episode of Catholic Saints, join Dr. Ben Akers and Mary McGeehan as they discuss the life of one of Jesus' inner circle disciples, St. James the Greater.
#355
July 23 · 12 min
St. Brigid of Sweden
Dive into the lives of Holy Women You’ve Never Heard Of with Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Jessica Murdoch. St. Brigid lived as a princess, queen, and mother! She models how holiness is possible through many vocations and seasons of life.
#354
July 22 · 22 min
St. Mary Magdalene
Join Dr. Ben Akers and Taylor Kemp as they get to know Saint Mary Magdalene and how she creatively lives out faith, hope, and charity.
#353
July 20 · 20 min
St. Elijah
Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss the Old Testament prophet, Elijah. Found in both First and Second Kings as well as a few places in the New Testament, Elijah was a significant figure in Salvation History. As a prophet and miracle worker, Elijah boldly proclaimed the word of God, provided comfort and healing to those in need, and prefigured Jesus Christ. Following the example of Elijah, we can learn how to receive spiritual gifts from God and boldly use them in the world.
#352
July 19 · 14 min
St. Macrina the Younger
Dive into the lives of Holy Women You’ve Never Heard Of with Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Jessica Murdoch. St. Macrina the Younger comes from the "second holiest family" as the oldest sister to three canonized saints. She depicts how our domestic homes can become places of sanctity.
#351
July 15 · 24 min
St. Bonaventure
A Franciscan cardinal bishop and contemporary of St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Bonaventure is an excellent example of saintly humility. Known as the "Seraphic Doctor," St. Bonaventure loved God above all else. He is known for many works, including The Life of Saint Francis and The Journey of the Mind to God. His feast day is July 15.
#350
July 11 · 30 min
St. Benedict
Dr. Tim Gray & Dr. Ben Akers discuss the Rule of St. Benedict as it applies to daily life.
#349
July 8 · 16 min
St. Priscilla
Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss the life of St. Prisca. Mentioned in both Acts of the Apostles and some Pauline letters alongside her husband, Aquila, St. Prisca was a companion and co-worker of St. Paul. Although not much is definitively known about her, she is honored as a Saint and martyr who died in the first century.

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