The Catholic Files
Join Fr. Sean Donnelly of Immaculate Conception Parish in Madison, Ohio as he discusses "everything about the Catholic faith" Fr. Donnelly covers a vast range of topics including the core beliefs like the Trinity, the divinity of Jesus Christ, the importance of the sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony), the role of the Bible and Church
Episodes
This Week on The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly This week’s episode marks Part Four of our enlightening journey through The Ten Commandments as taught by the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We turn our hearts to the Fourth Commandment: “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land which the Lord your God gives you.” - Exodus 20:12
Fr. Donnelly will guide us in reflecting on how this commandment is n...
In this powerful episode of The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly, we press deeper into the very heart of God’s law as revealed through the Ten Commandments divine words that shape our lives and souls. This is Part Three of our stirring series, and today, Fr. Donnelly turns our hearts toward the profound gravity of the Third Commandment: “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.” With fiery conviction and pastoral u...
This Episode of The Catholic Files with Fr. Sean Donnelly Part Two: The Ten Commandments – According to the Teaching of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
The Catholic Files - Part Two: “You Shall Not Take the Name of the Lord, Your God, in Vain” In this powerful and enlightening episode of The Catholic Files, we continue our sacred journey into the heart of God’s law - the Ten Commandments - as illuminated by the Catechism of t...
This Episode of The Catholic Files with Fr. Sean Donnelly is Part One of The Ten Commandments – According to the Teaching of the Catechism of the Catholic Church In this powerful and enlightening episode, we begin a sacred journey into the heart of God’s law — the Ten Commandments — as illuminated by the Catechism of the Catholic Church. With clarity, wisdom, and deep pastoral insight, Fr. Sean Donnelly opens Part One of this trans...
Season 2, Episode 6 – The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly: “The Church: Mother and Teacher”
In this inspiring episode, Fr. Donnelly of Immaculate Conception Church invites us to reflect on one of the most beautiful titles given to the Church: Mother and Teacher.
Drawing from Sacred Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Fr. Donnelly explains how the Church tenderly nourishes her children with the Word of God and the S...
In this episode of The Catholic Files, Fr. Sean Donnelly of Immaculate Conception Church in Madison, Ohio leads us into a powerful reflection on Moral Law as taught in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. With clarity and deep faith, Fr. Donnelly reminds us that the Moral Law is not a set of cold rules, but a radiant path that guides us toward the fullness of life in Christ. Rooted in love of God and neighbor, the law frees us fro...
Join us as Father Donnelly continues his discussion of Living A Moral Life Episode Title: Living a Moral Life (part 2) According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church In this episode of The Catholic Files, Father Sean Donnelly takes listeners deep into the heart of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, exploring what it truly means to live a moral life as a follower of Christ. Father Donnelly begins by reminding us that morality ...
Join us as Father Donnelly discusses Living A Moral Life Episode Title: Living a Moral Life According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church In this episode of The Catholic Files, Father Sean Donnelly takes listeners deep into the heart of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, exploring what it truly means to live a moral life as a follower of Christ. Father Donnelly begins by reminding us that morality is not about a checklist of...
Sacramentals in the Catholic Church Join us as Father Donnelly discusses the Sacramentals of the Catholic Church. Sacramentals in the Catholic Church are sacred signs that resemble sacraments and prepare individuals to receive grace and participate more fully in the sacraments. They are instituted by the Church and include blessings, consecrations, and exorcisms, often involving objects, actions, or prayers. Examples of Sacramental...
Join us as Father Donnelly discusses the Sacramentals of the Catholic Church.
Sacramentals in the Catholic Church are sacred signs that resemble sacraments and prepare individuals to receive grace and participate more fully in the sacraments. They are instituted by the Church and include blessings, consecrations, and exorcisms, often involving objects, actions, or prayers.
Examples of Sacramentals:
Objects: Holy water, blessed salt...
SEASON 2 / EPISODE 1
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Sacrament of Matrimony"
Introduction:
The Catholic Files with Fr. Sean Donnelly is a weekly podcast from Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Madison, Ohio, dedicated to exploring the depth, beauty, and truth of the Catholic faith. Hosted by Fr. Sean Donnelly, pastor of Immaculate Conception, each episode takes listeners on a thoughtful journey through the Catechism of the Cathol...
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Sacrament of Holy Orders" Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into topics tha...
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Sacrament of anointing of the sick" Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into ...
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, also known as Confession "
Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our liv...
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The History of the Eucharist " Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into topics th...
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Sacrament of Confirmation"
Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into topics th...
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Sacrament of Baptism
Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into topics that ins...
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Heavenly Liturgy"
Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into topics that inspir...
Fr. Donnelly Homily recorded Sunday, June 15th, 2025 at the 8:30am Mass. Homily is on the Most Holy Trinity.
Fr. Donnelly discuses "The Liturgy"
Introduction: "Welcome, to the The Catholic Files, where we can come together as a community of faith to reflect, pray, and grow in our journey with Christ. My name is Father Sean Donnelly. This podcast is born out of a desire to share the beauty of our Catholic faith, to explore God’s Word, and to discover how His love transforms our lives. Each week, we’ll delve into topics that inspire, challe...
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