St. Catherine of Siena, Part 2 – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom with Dr. Matthew Bunson – Discerning Hearts Podcast

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Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor discuss the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena, highlighting her spirituality and influence on the Church and society.

St. Catherine of Siena, Part 2 – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom with Dr. Matthew Bunson Born: March 17, 1347, Siena, Italy Died: April 29, 1380, Rome Nationality: Italian Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor discuss the life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena. They highlight her maternal-like love and her profound spirituality, often likened to Mother Teresa’s. Pope Benedict XVI referred to her as a “spiritual mama” due to her embodiment of Christ’s love and willingness to suffer for others. They delve into St. Catherine’s spirituality, emphasizing her gift of tears, which Pope Benedict praised as a sign of profound sensitivity and tenderness. They explore St. Catherine’s influence on various levels of society, from humble individuals to the Pope and entire republics. Despite her influence, St. Catherine remained grounded in prayer and humility, understanding the importance of detachment from sin and the virtues. Her writings, particularly “The Dialogue,” serve as practical guides to the spiritual life, emphasizing love, humility, and obedience. St. Catherine’s pivotal role in urging Pope Gregory XI to…

People in this episode

Host: Kris McGregor

Guest: Dr. Matthew Bunson

Topics covered

• St. Catherine of Siena
• Doctors of the Church
• spirituality
• humility
• Church history

Keywords

• St. Catherine of Siena
• spirituality
• Pope Benedict XVI
• humility
• Church history
• The Dialogue
• Doctors of the Church

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Places: Siena, Italy, Rome

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