Catholic Conversations

Catholic Conversations

Join Adrian Fonseca on a journey to deepen your understanding of the Catholic Faith through thoughtful discussions and insightful conversations. As a devout Catholic, Adrian is passionate about sharing the richness of Catholic teachings and traditions with his audience. From exploring the history and significance of sacramentals like the Miraculous Medal and the Green Scapular, to tackling profound theological questions about suffering and salvation, each episode delves into a different aspect of Catholicism. Whether you're a lifelong Catholic or simply curious about the faith, you'll find engaging discussions on topics ranging from liturgy and theology to philosophy and devotions. Tune in to Catholic Conversations and let Adrian guide you on a spiritual exploration that will enrich your faith and deepen your relationship with God.

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May 10, 2025 73 mins

the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope! Who is Cardinal Robert Prevost, the Chicago-born missionary who rose from Peru to the Vatican? We’ll unpack his journey, his ties to Pope Francis’s vision, and what his papacy means for the Church and the world.

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Reflecting on the Donald Trump Pope Meme & Beyond. Join us for a serious discussion on the recent Trump pope meme, its timing, and why I believe it’s inappropriate yet people are making a bigger deal about it then it deserves. We’ll explore the political maneuvering within the conclave and what it reveals about what we can expect tomorrow. Plus, a thought-provoking debate on 100 Men vs. 1 Gorilla, examining society’s fascinatio...

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How to Know The Holy Spirit is With You? [Bishop Martinez Explains] #HolySpirit

Chapter 8 Practicing the Presence of the Holy Spirit, from the book The Sanctifier by Archbishop Luis M. Martinez

#HolyGhost #TrueDevotion #presenceofgod

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Chapter 7 The Holy Spirit Consecrates Us, from the book The Sanctifier by Archbishop Luis M. Martinez

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🙏Dive deep into profound spiritual insights with Catholic Conversations! Join Adrian Fonseca as he explores Archbishop Luis Martinez's timeless work on the Holy Spirit. In this episode, w...

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Chapter 6 The Gifts of the Holy Spirit from the book The Sanctifier by Archbishop Luis M. Martinez

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🙏 Welcome to Catholic Conversations! In today's episode, we delve deep into the often overlooked yet profoundly impactful topic: the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Join host Adrian Fonseca as he ...

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February 10, 2024 36 mins

How to be Transformed into Christ? 

Chapter 5 Transformation into Christ from the book The Sanctifier by Archbishop Luis M. Martinez

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February 9, 2024 30 mins

Chapter 4 The Holy Spirit, God's Gift to Us

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February 8, 2024 29 mins

Chapter 3 Our Supreme Director. 

From the Sanctifier by Archbishop Luis Martinez
 
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February 7, 2024 29 mins

Chapter 2 of the Sanctifier by Bishop Luis Martinez 

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February 6, 2024 30 mins

Lenten devotional journey through The Sanctifier by +Luis Martinez

Introduction and Chapter 1

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• O Antiphons
• Sunday Advent IV + Christmas back-to-back
• The Three Masses of Christmas (and its Vigil)

Double Obligation | O Antiphons 

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December 22, 2023 100 mins

We critically examine recent developments in the Catholic Church regarding the idea of blessing same-sex couples. This podcast provides a platform for discussions rooted in tradition, exploring why some within the Church argue against such blessings and how it aligns with longstanding doctrines.

Dive into the complexities and controversies surrounding blessings for couples in irregular marriages and same-sex unions within ...

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Section 1: Understanding the Real Presence
We should always dress in our sunday best. 
Why women should veil at holy mass
Active participation in the liturgy 
Practice of receiving the Eucharist on the tongue.
Preparing for the Traditional Latin Mass

1. **Latin Language:** The TLM is celebrated predominantly in Latin, offering a unique linguistic experience compared to the vernacular Novus Ordo Mass.

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September 22, 2023 70 mins

Personally, I love a beautiful, reverent liturgy. It is a source of great love, devotion, and transcendence of the mind and heart to the things of God. But what good is a beautiful Sunday liturgy, what good is the thousands of years of refinement, what good is the most sublime of prayers, if that magnanimity of soul only exists for an hour a two a week. If every other moment of your week is dedicated to the vulgar, what good is bea...

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‘The Synod Process Is a Pandora’s Box’: A Cry of Alarm That Raises Hope

https://www.returntoorder.org/2023/09/the-synod-process-is-a-pandoras-box-a-cry-of-alarm-that-raises-hopes/ 



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The goal of Christian Civilization, from a certain point of view, is to create a state of things where everything invites one to the practice of virtue and works against the practice of vice. It is precisely the opposite of modern civilization, where everything invites one to the practice of vice and works against the practice of virtue. -Prof Plino

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[Video my friends made on why they veil]
Why We Wear Veils and Why You Should Too!!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7y3fw0_m0gU

[Short documentary on veiling that a friend of mine made] 
The Chapel Veil
https://youtu.be/lFqSae_ZwRY

The First Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians Chapter 11
http://catholicbible.online/side_by_side/NT/1_Cor/ch_11 

St. Thomas Commentary on 1 Corinthian...

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Discover the profound significance of the Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ, celebrated forty days after Easter. Dive into the biblical account where Jesus, accompanied by His Apostles, ascended to Mount Olivet, predicting the arrival of the Holy Spirit and commissioning His disciples to spread His teachings to the ends of the earth. Witness His miraculous departure as He was lifted up before their eyes, disappearing ...

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Candance Owens hosted a debate between her husband George Farmer (Catholic) and her friend Allie Beth Stuckey (Reformed Protestant). I review and explain the situation. 

Part 1 | My Husband George Farmer Debates Protestantism with Allie Beth Stuckey
George and Allie share their faith journey and debate the Catholic and Protestant positions on sola scriptura, The Virgin Mary, authority of the church, and more.
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