I migliori Lets Be Frank podcast (2024)

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Season 3, Episode 1: "We're Back – A Year in Reflection" 16:22

9d ago16:22

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After 12 months away, Jack and Ryan are back with Season 3 of The Let's Be Frank Podcast! In this powerful comeback episode, they open up about the personal struggles and challenges they’ve faced during the past year. With raw honesty and renewed energy, they welcome listeners back, diving into the importance of resilience and reflection. Join us a…

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Listener Questions! 54:06

2d ago54:06

54:06

Bishop Frank Caggiano answers some of YOUR listener questions this week!Di bridgeportdiocese

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Ralph Martin's Life in the Spirit 56:00

9d ago56:00

56:00

Ralph Martin has spent a lifetime literally following where the Lord has called him to go – from New Jersey to South Bend to California to Ann Arbor… to digging ditches in a monastery, to making a promise of celibacy, to actually selling all of his possessions & giving up his pursuit of a doctorate at Princeton… to joblessness and homelessness, to …

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Teresa Tomeo on Planting Seeds of the Faith 55:29

16d ago55:29

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Teresa has over 40 years of experience in television & radio news, and hosts Catholic Connection at 9am every morning on Veritas and the greater EWTN world. Teresa & Bishop Frank talk about planting seeds of faith in others… finding God through beauty… the frightening state of media & journalism today… and what actually is “news”? And Teresa tells …

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Fr. John Riccardo on Kerygmatic Preaching and Being Overwhelmed by the Gospel 55:45

23d ago55:45

55:45

Pope St John Paul II wrote that hearing the kerygma proclaimed should result in a person being “overwhelmed and brought to the decision to entrust himself to Jesus Christ by faith”. Fr John Riccardo wonders… have you been “overwhelmed” by the Gospel? Have made a decision to “entrust” your whole life to Jesus? Bishop Frank Caggiano talks to Fr John …

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The Recipe For Sainthood 53:43

30d ago53:43

53:43

Someone recently asked Bishop Caggiano: “How can I become a faithful witness?” As he reflected on this in the car on the New Jersey Turnpike, Bishop realized there’s no simple answer. The recipe is like minestrone soup – it has many ingredients! So on today’s Let Me Be Frank, using the many feast days that kick off the month of October as a guide, …

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Tim Carney, "Family Unfriendly" 55:25

1M ago55:25

55:25

Tim Carney joins Bishop Caggiano and Steve to discuss his new book, "Family Unfriendly". They discuss some of the pitfalls of modern American culture and how families can create strategic plans to make a more family friendly local culture.Di bridgeportdiocese

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RE-RELEASE: Paul Kengor on John Paul II & Ronald Reagan 58:42

1M ago58:42

58:42

It’s our great pleasure to re-present to you this Let Me Be Frank episode from last December. Paul Kengor is a historian & professor at Grove City College, and he spoke with Bishop Caggiano about the unique and remarkable relationship between Pope St. John Paul II and Ronald Reagan. You'll learn about President Reagan’s deep interest in Our Lady of…

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Eucharistic Miracles & Proving the Existence of God through Science w/ Fr. Robert Spitzer 1:00:40

2M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Fr. Robert Spitzer joins Bishop Frank Caggiano to give a version of the presentation on Eucharistic Miracles he gave the National Eucharistic Congress. He also goes into the various physical and metaphysical proofs for the Existence of God!Di bridgeportdiocese

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The Upcoming Election, Nuclear War, and Other Listener Questions! 59:34

2M ago59:34

59:34

Bishop Caggiano kicks off this week’s Let Me Be Frank by talking about how Catholic should approach the voting booth this November, the horrors of nuclear war, and St Gregory the Great’s feast day. Then he and Steve dip back into the mailbag. Bishop answers a lot of questions about the name of God, using the Lord’s name in vain, the plagues beset u…

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JD Flynn (co-founder of The Pillar) on Catholic Journalism, the Prowling Lion in the Church, and Social Media 59:55

2M ago59:55

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JD Flynn, co-founder & editor-in-chief of The Pillar, joins Bishop Caggiano to tell the story of the founding of The Pillar, how being a canon lawyer shapes him as a journalist, the need for (and balancing act of) investigative & faithful Catholic journalism, and why we need to be ever-vigilant against the prowling lion – each of us individually as…

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The Call For A New Renaissance w/ Liz Lev 56:28

3M ago56:28

56:28

Renowned art historian Liz Lev joins Bishop Caggiano on today’s Let Me Be Frank to talk about beauty and the importance of art. A former Bostonian, Liz has spent 35 years living in Italy leading pilgrimages & tours and teaching art history & architecture. Liz & Bishop Frank discuss the difference between being a pilgrim and being a tourist… why art…

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The Keys to A Great Catholic School w/ Sr. Mary Grace Walsh 57:21

3M ago57:21

57:21

Sister Mary Grace Walsh, the superintendent of the Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of NY joins Bishop Caggiano to discuss the ins and outs of Catholic Schools. What works? What needs fixing? Most importantly, how can Catholic Schools be an avenue of true evangelization.Di bridgeportdiocese

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On the Synod on Synodality 1:00:38

3M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

There is a lot going on in the midst of this summer – with the National Eucharistic Congress, the US elections, and more. It’s almost easy to forget that the Synod on Synodality is moving forward in Rome, but it is… and the Instrumentum Laboris was just published, setting the table for the sessions ahead. On Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano offers …

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Summer Stories with Bishop Caggiano 57:35

4M ago57:35

57:35

Bishop Caggiano and Steve take it easy this week, reminiscing on past summer activities, why summer is a necessary time for rest, and how to make the most of your summer spiritually!Di bridgeportdiocese

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Can We Really Rejoice in Our Sufferings? - Steve Lee's Testimony 9:59

4M ago9:59

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You may know that Steve's wife, Roula, battled leukemia just days after Veritas Catholic Network launched. The faith-filled way she suffered was inspiring… and just how the Lord asks all of us to suffer. “We are children of God, and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with Him in order that we may …

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Details on the One, the Guilds, and Catechesis in the Diocese 57:22

4M ago57:22

57:22

It's finally summer, so Bishop Caggiano takes the time to update his listeners about the big events and plans for the upcoming year. Topics include the Guilds, the Jubilee Year, Catechesis throughout the Diocese, the implementation of the One, dates and speakers for the Bishop's Lecture Series and more!…

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Women in The New Evangelization, with Kelly Wahlquist 57:27

4M ago57:27

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Kelly Wahlquist joins Bishop Caggiano to discuss her own faith journey, the amazing testimonies of women in Scripture, her time advocating a unique role for women in the Church and evangelization and much more!Di bridgeportdiocese

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Deacon Patrick Toole on the Diaconate, Preaching, and Accompaniment 58:31

5M ago58:31

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Deacon Patrick Toole is the Chancellor and Secretary of the Curia in the Diocese of Bridgeport. He joins Bishop Caggiano today to discuss the many evangelical programs and ministries he has participated in and helped design.Di bridgeportdiocese

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A Mass of Thanksgiving for the Eucharist 59:50

5M ago59:50

59:50

Bishop Caggiano shares some of the impactful moments from the Diocesan Mass of Thanksgiving for the Eucharist as well as the next steps for incorporating the One in the Diocese.Di bridgeportdiocese

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Listener Questions: Bishop Augustine from Nigeria, Just War vs. Nuclear War, Choosing the Pope... and More! 1:00:42

5M ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Bishop Caggiano answers YOUR listener questions. He makes the distinction between murder and killing, explains why nuclear war can NEVER be just, discusses meeting Bishop Augustine from Nigeria (who has lent two of his priests to our diocese), sports, the Eucharist and more! OTHER VERITAS SHOWS The Tangent Restless The Frontline with Joe & Joe Dail…

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Bishop Caggiano's Experience Leading the Eucharistic Procession! 59:14

5M ago59:14

59:14

Bishop Caggiano discusses the MANY Grace filled moments that occurred during the Eucharistic Procession throughout the Diocese of Bridgeport. He also shares news about how the Diocese will be building off the Eucharistic Renewal in the coming months!Di bridgeportdiocese

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The POWERFUL Purpose of the Eucharistic Renewal 59:10

6M ago59:10

59:10

After discussing the past weekend at Franciscan University of Steubenville, Bishop Caggiano shares the powerful lessons of proper Eucharistic participation. He talks about why the Eucharist is vital for the Catholic, what differentiates it from Baptism sacramentally, what it means to be in full communion with the Church, why one shouldn't receive t…

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John Paul II's Rule of Life for Married Couples! 1:00:34

6M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Theresa and Peter Martin join Bishop Caggiano to discuss their recent (and first time!) english translation of Pope St. John Paul II's Rule of Life for Married Couples! The Rule can be purchased HereDi bridgeportdiocese

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HUGE NEWS about the One, Bishop Caggiano's Three Year Plan 59:02

6M ago59:02

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Bishop Caggiano announces and explains the DETAILS of The One - diving into the details of his three year plan!Di bridgeportdiocese

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Caiaphas & Pontius Pilate, Abraham's Faith, and the Mass. 59:12

7M ago59:12

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Has Bishop Frank ever had to kick someone out of Mass? …that’s one of the questions he answers on this mailbag episode of Let Me Be Frank. He also answers questions about the Old Testament, New Testament, the Mass, and more.Di bridgeportdiocese

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Dignitas Infinita AND The Diocese's Pastoral Response to Gender Discordance 1:03:48

7M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Bishop Frank Caggiano discusses the most recent document released by the DDF, Dignitas Infinita, and the Diocese's newest Instruction, Wonderfully Made in God's Image and Likeness: A Pastoral Response to Gender Discordance. SHOWNOTES - the Bishop's Instruction will be published next week. Dignitas Infinita…

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Academic Freedom and Faith & Reason with Dr. Peter Kilpatrick, President of Catholic University of America 59:18

7M ago59:18

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Dr. Peter Kilpatrick, the President of Catholic University of America, sits down with Bishop Frank Caggiano to discuss the tenets of Catholic education at the University, the importance and pillars of academic freedom, his son's experience with astronomy (he discovered the kilonova), and the relationship between faith and reason!…

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The Passion through Pilate's, Peter's, Mary's, and Judas's Eyes 59:32

7M ago59:32

59:32

Today, Bishop Frank Caggiano exercises his pious imagination and meditates on what the passion must have been like for certain people directly present during it. Other Veritas Shows the Tangent Restless Daily Gospel Reflection The Frontline with Joe & Joe the Word made fleshDi bridgeportdiocese

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Listener Q's: Bishop Caggiano's Prayer Life, Favorite Lenten Memory, and Favorite Food 59:36

8M ago59:36

59:36

Steve and Bishop Frank take a break from serious topics as we traverse Lent and answer some of your lighter questions today. Next week they get back to the serious topics, Holy Week and Easter! Daily Gospel Reflections on Veritas Catholic Network The Tangent on Veritas Catholic Network Restless Catholic Young Adults…

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Preparing For Death & the Importance of Community - w/ Dean Gestal 57:44

8M ago57:44

57:44

Do you know why it’s important for a cemetery to be on the grounds of a Catholic church? There’s a theological reason for walking through a cemetery to get to the front door… Bishop Caggiano talks to Dean Gestal, Executive Director of Fairfield County Catholic Cemeteries, on this week’s Let Me Be Frank. They discuss death, preparing for death, bere…

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The Future of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Bridgeport (w/ Dr. Steven Cheeseman) 58:05

8M ago58:05

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Dr Steven Cheeseman, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Bridgeport, joins Bishop Caggiano this week on Let Me Be Frank. They talk about the state of the schools here, and the very many exciting programs they are putting together to proactively keep improving Catholic education. These include the Aquinas Institute, the Wellness Initiative,…

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Marie Oates, the Executive Director of the Saint John Paul II Center for Communications 55:54

8M ago55:54

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This week on Let Me Be Frank, the Bishop interviews Marie Oates, the Executive Director of the Saint John Paul II Center for Communications about her new role and plans in the diocese of Bridgeport. They speak about the importance of sharing the stories of Catholics throughout the diocese, how to use modern media to share those stories, and how the…

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The National Eucharistic Revival and Our Diocese's Eucharist Renewal 1:00:34

8M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Today, Bishop Frank Caggiano talks about the concrete plans for the Diocese of Bridgeport's participation in the Eucharist Revival, what he calls, the Eucharistic Renewal. By listening to today's episode you'll see how the Bishop's plan with The One intertwines with the National Eucharistic Revival, how he hopes to bring about MASSIVE conversion of…

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Ash Wednesday and Preparing For Lent! 1:00:02

9M ago1:00:02

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Today is Ash Wednesday and Lent is already upon us. This week on Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano helps us enter into Lent with an open heart and a ready disposition. He explains what Lent is and reflects on how we should prepare spiritually, including some suggestions for spiritual reading. His Excellency mentioned one book, in particular, that re…

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Fr. Michael Clark - How Art Helps Christians Enter into the Mysteries of the Faith 59:54

9M ago59:54

59:54

Fr. Michael Clarke joins Bishop Frank Caggiano to discuss the importance of beauty and art. From stained glass windows to christian music fests (and everything in between), Fr. Michael is able to provide a unique and expert point of view on the evangelical power of beauty, the important role it plays in the catechesis of Catholics, and how it is be…

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Pierre Ferragu on Lourdes, St. Bernadette, and the Evangelical Power of Theater 1:02:55

9M ago1:02:55

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Bishop Caggiano hosts Pierre Ferragu, the producer for the new live theater production about St. Bernadette, Lourdes. They discuss the moments of grace Pierre has experienced working on this show, the challenges of bringing this production to America (it's coming soon!) and the importance of evangelizing our culture through the medium of theater. L…

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Listener Q’s: Bishop Caggiano’s vocation story, advice to new bishops, and why we’re “Catholic” 57:49

9M ago57:49

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If you keep submitting your questions and Bishop Frank Caggiano will keep answering them! This week's episode is chalk full of questions about the Church, the Faith, and Bishop's own life. And, of course, Steve joins in too! Today's questions include: How did you find out that you were going to be named a Bishop? Do you have any advice for new Bish…

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Accompaniment in the Catholic Church, Spiritual Direction, and Diocesan Guilds 58:26

10M ago58:26

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Bishop Frank Caggiano discusses and defines true accompaniment. He then explores the concept in light of spiritual direction and the Sacrament of Confession asking, "what does spiritual direction entail?" and "is your confessor your spiritual director?". Bishop Caggiano also dives into the different Guilds in the Diocese of Bridgeport, from the St.…

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Bishop Caggiano addresses Fiducia Supplicans & discusses Catholic Formation with Patrick Donovan 59:06

10M ago59:06

59:06

This week’s episode of Let Me Be Frank featured two major topics. The first, is a reflection from His Excellency, Bishop Frank Caggiano, on the recent declaration from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, Fiducia Supplicans. Bishop Caggiano, hoping to provide clarity to the Diocese, explains when certain kinds of blessings are acceptable, t…

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Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, A Year with the Popes! 1:00:07

10M ago1:00:07

1:00:07

Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Fr. Jeffrey Kirby to discuss his new book A Year with the Popes: Daily Meditations with the Vicar of Christ They discuss: Fr. Kirby's experience as a Papal Missionary of Mercy The importance of the Sacrament of Confession as a Sacrament of Healing The lived experience of the early popes, especially how the call to…

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A Pope and a President: JPII’s & Reagan’s relationship and teamwork for the fall of Communism... with Dr. Paul Kengor 58:45

10M ago58:45

58:45

Bishop Frank Caggiano interviews Dr. Paul Kengor about his book A Pope and a President. They discuss: Pope St. John Paul II's and Ronald Reagan's roles in the ending of the Cold War and the fall of Communism President Reagan's faith, namely, how important it was to him The Communist role in the attempted assassination of Pope St. John Paul II Presi…

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Subversive Habits: Black Catholic Nuns in the Long African American Freedom Struggle... w/ Dr. Shannen Dee Williams 58:38

11M ago58:38

58:38

Dr. Shannen Dee Williams joins Bishop Frank Caggiano to discuss her new book Subversive Habits: Black Catholic Nuns in the Long African American Freedom Struggle. They discuss: The desegregation of the American Catholic Church The heroic efforts of the First Black Sisters in America How to get information about the first Black Catholic communities …

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Damien O’Connor, VP of Evangelization with the Knights of Columbus, on Evangelizing Men, Being the Family Leader, and the Priority of Faith! 58:26

11M ago58:26

58:26

Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Damien O'Connor on today's episode of Let Me Be Frank! They discuss the importance of living out the vocation of fatherhood. Why spouses should pray together every single day How suffering is the privileged path to unity with God The importance of vulnerability in fraternity the Knights of Columbus COR ministry an…

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Bishop Frank Caggiano on Votive Masses, Communal Prayer, Women Deacons and more! 59:59

11M ago59:59

59:59

This week on Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Frank Caggiano gives us his advent reflection and answers YOUR listener questions! He answers: Can you explain a votive mass and the process of securing one for a parish? What is the process of becoming a deacon? Can women be deacons? Which Old Testament biblical figure would you choose to be? Have you ever been…

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Who is John Henry Newman? 59:15

11M ago59:15

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The USCCB voted (240-2) last week to write a letter of support to Pope Francis with the hope that he might name St. John Henry Newman a Doctor of the Church. Bishop Frank Caggiano teaches about St. John Henry Newman's life, conversion, and theological prowess on today's episode of Let Me Be Frank! LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veritasc…

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Monsignor Powers Returns (to the show!) 57:40

11M ago57:40

57:40

Bishop Caggiano is joined by Monsignor Powers to discuss his time as the 24th rector of Pontifical North American College in Rome. The discuss: The Pontifical North American College's Papal Visit The history of the Pontifical North American College The beauty of Advent in Rome Rome being the "fifth dimension" of Seminary Formation and much more! Pl…

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Remember Your Death 57:50

12M ago57:50

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Bishop Caggiano teaches from Deacon Matthew Newsome's book the Devout Life, walking through several meditations on death. What is hell like? What is heaven like? How is your judgement decided? All this and more, on Let Me Be Frank. This week's listener question: "What is College Seminary and what is Major Seminary?" LINKS Deacon Matthew Newsome's t…

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Properly Understanding Sacred Scripture 59:58

12M ago59:58

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Catholic Bishop, Bishop Frank Caggiano discusses how to properly understand Sacred Scripture; defining inspiration & inerrancy, detailing what is essential for salvation, and elaborating on how the kerygma is at the heart of the Gospel. He also answers this week's listener question about the Guilds in the Diocese of Bridgeport. LINKS Veritas: https…

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Listener questions! 57:19

1y ago57:19

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Bishop Frank Caggiano answers a mailbag-full of questions from you, our listeners. Links to the Veritas app: https://www.veritascatholic.com/listenDi bridgeportdiocese

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