Truth in Charity
313 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsTruth in Charity explores religion and spirituality through topical conversations with Bishop Rhoades and his guests.
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Bishop Prepares for Synod
August 31, 2023 07:15 - 37 minutes - 52.6 MBOn this episode, hear more about Bishop’s upcoming month-long trip to Rome for the World Synod of Bishops. Find out who will be there and what fruit they hope will come from their time together.
Bishop’s Time in Portugal: Fatima and World Youth Day
August 16, 2023 07:15 - 40 minutes - 56.8 MBBishop has just returned from a trip to Portugal. On this episode, hear more about his time in Fatima and then in Lisbon for World Youth Day. Book mentioned on this episode: Inside the Light: Understanding the Message of Fatima by Sr. Angela de Fatima Coelho
Why Does Religious Liberty Matter?
August 01, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 72.6 MBOn this episode, Bishop talks about his new role as Chair of the USCCB’s Committee on Religious Liberty. Find out more about the Church’s stance on religious freedom and the Committee’s integral role. Article mentioned in this episode: https://www.usccb.org/committees/religious-liberty/first-freedom-blog/Garnett-what-is-religious- freedom
World Youth Day 2023
July 25, 2023 17:00 - 24 minutes - 57.9 MBThis week’s episode focuses on Bishop’s schedule at the upcoming World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal.He also talks about the retreat he’s taking in Fatima ahead of the event. Bishop’s Fatima book recommendation: Inside the Light: Understanding the Message of Fatima by Sister Angela de Fatima Coelho Eucharistic Miracle mentioned in the episode: https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/the-eucharistic-miracle-of-santarem
How Did Jesus Pray?
July 18, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 41.4 MBOn this episode, Bishop breaks down Matthew 11:25-30 which gives us a glimpse into how Jesus prayed. For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
What is the Rule of St. Benedict?
July 11, 2023 17:00 - 34 minutes - 79.3 MBThis week, Bishop talks about his recent trip to Italy, including a meeting with Pope Francis. Afterwards, it’s on to St. Benedict whose feast day we celebrate today.
What Are My Charisms?
July 04, 2023 17:00 - 14 minutes - 14.7 MBWhat are charisms, and how can we discern ours? Find out in this episode! For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
When an Adult Child Leaves the Church
June 27, 2023 17:00 - 7 minutes - 8.15 MBThis week, Bishop offers three pieces of advice for parents whose adult children have left the Church. For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
Stories from the Book of Tobit
June 20, 2023 17:00 - 38 minutes - 36.1 MBOn this episode, Bishop shares his homily from a recent conference for Catholic Campus Ministers and, in the process, walks through the book of Tobit.
Living the Mystery of Christ’s Love: Bishop’s Message to New Priests
June 13, 2023 17:00 - 26 minutes - 25.4 MBBishop recently ordained seven new priests for the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. This week, he shares the highlights from his Ordination Mass homily.
Is It Okay to be a Freemason?
June 06, 2023 17:00 - 3 minutes - 4.58 MBThis week, Bishop talks about the Freemasons and whether or not it’s permissible for Catholics to join.
High School Graduation: Now What?
May 30, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 21.3 MBThis week, Bishop shares his message for high school graduates! Hear his words of encouragement for both the graduates and their parents on this episode.
True Masculinity
May 23, 2023 17:00 - 12 minutes - 12.3 MBOn this episode, Bishop talks about the essential components of being a man.
Bishop’s Message for Graduates
May 16, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutes - 33.6 MBLearn a little bit about diocesan history as well as the connection between faith and reason as Bishop shares his message for graduates!
Are We Obligated To Take Care of Our Bodies?
May 09, 2023 17:00 - 36 minutes - 83.4 MBIn this special episode of Truth in Charity, we share a portion of the "Doctor, Doctor" show with Bishop Rhoades as a guest to talk about the rise of fatalism in our attitudes toward health care. He explains the Church’s teaching on what a well-formed Catholic’s attitude should be toward physical and mental health and our obligation to care for our bodies.
Is the End of the World Near?
May 02, 2023 17:00 - 24 minutes - 23.2 MBAre we seeing signs that the end of the world is coming? On this episode, Bishop talks about what the Catechism says and the call to live in hope and in union with the Lord.
Gender Dysphoria and Medicine
April 25, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 42.2 MBOn this episode, Bishop breaks down a recent document from the USCCB that talks about balancing new medical technologies with human nature and creation. Doctrinal Note on the Moral Limits to Technological Manipulation of the Human Body from the USCCB’s Committee on Doctrine: https://www.usccb.org/resources/Doctrinal%20Note%202023-03-20.pdf
Who Was St. Mark?
April 18, 2023 17:00 - 20 minutes - 20.1 MBOn this episode, hear more about St. Mark....evangelist, student of St. Peter, and missionary.
The Eucharist: Communion with the Church
April 04, 2023 17:00 - 35 minutes - 33.2 MBWrapping up our series on the Eucharist,Bishop focuses on how the Eucharist unites the Church more closely to Christ and to each other.
The Eucharist: Communion with Jesus
March 28, 2023 17:00 - 34 minutes - 79.3 MBOn this episode, Bishop begins talking about the Eucharist as Communion. Hear more about the theology of St. Thomas Aquinas and the enduring spiritual effect of our union with Christ. Additional links: O Sacrum Convivium (O Sacred Banquet) written by St. Thomas Aquinas: O Sacrum Convivium – Ricky Manalo, CSP [sheet music] Divinization: Becoming Icons of Christ Through the Liturgy by Andrew Hofer, OPhttps://www.amazon.com/Divinization-Becoming-Christ-through-Liturgy/dp/1595250417
What Does True Presence Mean?
March 21, 2023 17:00 - 43 minutes - 101 MBOn this episode, Bishop continues his deep dive into the “True Presence” of Jesus in the Eucharist. Plus hear more about living a Eucharistic life by sharing the love we receive with all.
Why Do We Believe in the True Presence?
March 14, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 42.3 MBThis week, Bishop focuses on the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Because of it, Jesus dwells with us and teaches us humility. This is part of a series on the Eucharist as Mystery: Sacrifice Presence Communion For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
Why is the Eucharist a Sacrifice?
March 07, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 69 MBWith this episode, Bishop continues his series on the Eucharist. He goes into the sacrifice, or the act, of the Eucharist showing His infinite love for us. God Is Love (Deus Caritas Est) encyclical: https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_ben-xvi_enc_2 0051225_deus-caritas-est.html
Why is the Eucharist a Mystery?
February 28, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes - 77.5 MBHow can we grow in our understanding of something that’s supernatural? Through reason and Scripture, Bishop explains. USCCB Document on the Eucharist: https://www.usccb.org/resources/mystery-eucharist-life-church On the Eucharist (Ecclesia De Eucharistia) by Pope John Paul II: https://amzn.to/3XeQs4W https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_20030417 _eccl-de-euch.htm l The Sacrament of Charity (Sacramentum Caritatis) by Pope Benedict XVI...
The Bible Didn’t Fall From the Sky
February 21, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 74.3 MBHow did we get the Bible we have today? On this episode, Bishop talks about the twists and turns in the process, the connection between scripture and Tradition, as well as the importance of being attentive to the unity of the whole Bible. For more episodes and to submit a question for Bishop: https://spokestreet.com/askbishop
How Should I Prepare for Lent?
February 14, 2023 18:00 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MBOn this episode, Bishop talks about the importance of uniting ourselves to Jesus in the desert as we prepare for Lent.
How Should I Pray?
February 07, 2023 17:00 - 18 minutes - 17.8 MBIs there a right way to pray? Are memorized prayers as effective as spontaneous ones? On this episode, Bishop talks about what’s most important when encountering the Lord in prayer. https://spokestreet.com/truth-in-charity
What the Heck is Ressourcement Theology?!?!?!
January 31, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes - 22.4 MBIn the light of Pope Benedict XVI’s passing, a listener asked if Bishop could talk more about Ressourcement Theology. So we made it an episode! Hear more the impact Ressourcement Theology had on the Pope as well as its history and mostly French origin. The book: https://amzn.to/3HMSxjR
What is the Legacy of Benedict XVI?
January 24, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBThis week, Bishop Rhoades talks about Pope Benedict XVI’s life, his insightful writings, and his call to be St. Peter’s successor. Hear why Bishop calls him the greatest theologian of the 20th century on this episode.
Vincent de Paul: The Saint and the Society
January 17, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes - 31.7 MBOn this episode, hear more about the life of St. Vincent de Paul as well as the society named after him. The St. Vincent de Paul Society is an organization of lay Catholics doing good work around the world.
St. Hilary Fought Heresy with Scripture
January 10, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBSt. Hilary was a fourth-century Bishop who was sent into exile during the Arian heresy. On this episode, find out more about this doctor of the Church who defended the full divinity of Christ.
Which is Better: Receiving Communion on the Tongue or Hand?
January 03, 2023 17:00 - 14 minutes - 13.9 MBThere are arguments on both sides, but what is the best way to receive Communion? On this episode, Bishop offers a reflection that includes a little bit of history and a reminder of what’s most important when receiving.
In the Beginning: Christmas and John’s Prologue
December 27, 2022 17:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThe Christmas Day Gospel reading is the very beginning of the Gospel of John...just 18 verses... and it’s so profound that Bishop spends the entire episode breaking it down.
Do You Pray This Every Morning?
December 20, 2022 17:00 - 39 minutes - 37 MBAfter the birth of John the Baptist, his father, Zechariah, gave praise and thanks in a hymn now known as “The Benedictus.” It has since become part of The Liturgy of the Hours and is prayed every morning. Hear Bishop Rhoades break down the Canticle of Zechariah on this episode.
Mystical Doctor and Poet - St. John of the Cross
December 13, 2022 17:00 - 44 minutes - 41.6 MBThis episode focuses on the life and writings of St. John of the Cross. Find out more about his work with St. Teresa of Avila and how his work influenced many people over the centuries including St. Pope John Paul II.
The Image That Converted Millions
December 06, 2022 17:00 - 33 minutes - 31.5 MBThis episode focuses on Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego. Learn more about how his vision of Mary led to an explosion of conversions and changed the history of America.
How is a Diocese Structured?
November 29, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBEver wonder about the offices that are in a Diocese? How are they structured and what does each office do? Learn more about diocesan curia, secretariats, and moderators on this episode.
Almost Vice President, Ukraine, Post-Dobbs, USCCB Meeting
November 22, 2022 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBBishop talks about the USCCB meeting. He shares about almost becoming vice president, his new chairman role, pro-life post-Dobbs, Ukraine, and three American women being considered for sainthood. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252793/meet-the-3-women-us-bishops-are-considering-for-sainthood
What is the Synod on Synodality?
November 15, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 28.8 MBOn this episode, Bishop talks about the history of Synods and how the current Synod on Synodality is going now that listening sessions in each diocese have concluded and summaries have been prepared. FInd out what was discovered locally, regionally, and nationally. Links to the summaries are below: Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend Synthesis: https://diocesefwsb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Synodality-Synthesis-Fort-Wayne- South-Bend.pdf Region 7 Synthesis (Dioceses of Illinois, Indiana,...
Challenges for Medical Professionals
November 08, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBBishop recently celebrated the annual White Mass for Healthcare Workers and, on this episode, he talks about the challenges faced by those working in the medical profession as well as how certain saints, especially St. Luke, have illustrated the virtues of Catholic healthcare.
How does a Diocese budget?
November 01, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBThis week, Bishop talks about what goes into creating a diocesan budget. Learn more about the process and this year’s Bishop Appeal video on this episode. To watch this year’s Bishop’s Appeal video and see a breakdown of the budget, visit: DioceseFWSB.org/ABA
Moral and Ethical Considerations for Lawyers
October 25, 2022 17:00 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBBishop recently celebrated special Red Masses for those in the legal profession and those serving in public office. Find out more about the challenges these groups face and Bishop’s encouragement for them to balance their professions with their Catholic faith.
Bishop Answers Questions from Listeners
October 18, 2022 17:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBThis episode is dedicated to Bishop answering listener-submitted questions! Hear him delve into questions about Religious Education classes, same-sex marriage, the history of Popes taking new names, religious life, and the new Liturgy of the Hours translation.
What’s the Secret to Long-Lasting Marriages?
October 11, 2022 17:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBBishop recently celebrated Jubilee Anniversary Masses, and he shares his homily highlights in this episode. Hear more about this celebration of married couples and a love that grows and perserveres.
Brother Columba O’Neill: Future Canonized Saint?
October 04, 2022 17:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBOn this episode, find out about Brother Columba O’Neill... a humble cobbler and Holy Cross brother who became known for his love of neighbor as well as a special devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bishop recently opened his cause of canonization. For more on Brother Columba: https://todayscatholic.org/postulating-the-cause-for-brother-columba/
Four Marks of the Church: Apostolic
September 27, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBOver the past few episodes, Bishop has been breaking down the four marks of the church, and they may sound familiar from the Creed: one, holy, Catholic, and Apostolic. This week, the series wraps up with Bishop talking about the fourth mark: ”apostolic.” Find out about the different dimensions of the word and how all the marks are connected.
Four Marks of the Church: Catholic
September 06, 2022 17:00 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBOn this episode, Bishop continues breaking down the Four Marks of the Church. This time focusing on the third mark, “Catholic.”
Four Marks of the Church: Holy - Holy and Made of Sinners
August 30, 2022 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBWe’re continuing our series on the Four Marks of the Church....”one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic.” On this episode, Bishop goes into the second mark... “Holy.” Find out more about our call to sanctification and humility.
Four Marks of the Church: One - Unity with Diversity
August 23, 2022 17:00 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MBThe Nicene Creed professes “One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church.” These are known as the four marks of the Church. On this episode, Bishop focuses on the first mark: “one. Hear more about unity, and why it's an essential part of the Church.
The Catholic Response to Gun Violence
August 17, 2022 04:15 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBIt seems like we hear about mass shootings and gun violence more and more. What are some of the root causes? What are reasonable gun safety laws? Basically, what is the Catholic response to all this? Bishop breaks it down on this episode.