Category Archives: catholic education

Day 67 The Effects of the Sacrament of Confirmation

Posted on May 30, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we conclude our study of the the sacrament of confirmation reading the catechism concerning the effects of the sacrament, most prominently sanctifying grace and the special “character.” We also read what St Thomas says about these things … Continue reading →

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Day 63 Conclusion of the Sacrament of Baptism and the Ceremonies

Posted on May 14, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we conclude our study of the sacrament of Baptism by discussing all the ceremonies attendant upon its administration. The ceremonies are divided into three categories: Ceremonies before arrival at the baptismal font, ceremonies at the baptismal font, … Continue reading →

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Day 58 The Duties of Godparents

Posted on April 28, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we continue our study of Baptism focusing on sponsors (Godparents) – why they are necessary, who is eligible to be a sponsor and the duites that sponsors have to their Godchildren. We also take a brief look … Continue reading →

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Day 56 and 57: The Form, Institution and Ministers of Baptism

Posted on April 22, 2023 by marklangley

Day 56: In this episode we discuss the words of the form of Baptism Additionally, we continue to read tertia pars of the Summa where St Thomas addressed the form as well as the administration of the sacrament. (ST. IIIa … Continue reading →

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Day 52 Necessity of the Sacraments. Principal and Instrumental Causes. Wicked Ministers

Posted on April 7, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we discuss the necessity of the sacraments relative to one another. Are all the sacraments equally necessary for salvation? Additionally, we discuss the distinction between the principle author of the sacraments as opposed to the instrumental agency … Continue reading →

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Day 49 On Signs And Sacraments

Posted on March 31, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we continue our reading of the second part of the Catechism of the Council of Trent in its opening discussion on the sacraments in general. The Catechism sets forth the meaning of the word sign as it … Continue reading →

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Day 48 Beginning Discussion On The Sacraments

Posted on March 29, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we begin reading the second part of the Catechism of The Council of Trent in its treatment on the Sacraments. The Catechism discusses the origin of the word ‘sacrament’ as referring to an oath the soldiers would … Continue reading →

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Day 47 In My Father’s House There Are Many Mansions

Posted on March 28, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we conclude our study of Part I of the Catechism of the Council of Trent. We finish reading the Catechism’s treatment of Article XII concerning “Life Everlasting” with respect to the “Accessory Happiness” that those word signify. … Continue reading →

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Day 40 I Believe…in the forgiveness of sins

Posted on March 13, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we begin our discussion of article X of the Apostles Creed “I believe…in the forgiveness of sins.” In addition to reading the first pages of the catechism concerning article X, we also examine two articles on the … Continue reading →

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Day 36 How the Catholic Church is One

Posted on March 6, 2023 by marklangley

In this episode we continue our discussion of Article IX “I Believe in the Holy Catholic Church, The Communion of Saints.” We focus specifically on the first mark of the Church which is that it is “One.” In addition to … Continue reading →

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