Ignatius Press Podcast

This year, two of St. Augustine’s homilies were discovered, and while the details have not yet been publicly shared, Mike Aquilina argues that they highlight the unique Augustine moment that the Church is currently experiencing. Get Your Copy of: Aquilina’s “Rabbles, Riots, and Ruins” https://ignatius.com/rabbles-riots-and-ruins-rrrp/ St. Augustine’s “Confessions” https://ignatius.com/the-confessions-saint-augustine-of-hippo-7cp/?searchuuid=e147758e-c4e3-4308-9060-b26c58678b8c&search_query=confessions Watch “Restless Heart” here https://ignatius.com/restless-heart-rhrtm/ St. Augustine is quoted in the catechism more than any other theologian; the newly elected Pope Leo XIV is an Augustinian; and now two of St. Augustine’s homilies are discovered. We are truly living through an Augustinian moment, and so we are delighted to have Mike Aquilina back on the podcast to discuss this Father of the Church as we celebrate his feast day and the end of August. In this episode. Mike and Andrew discuss why everyone should read St. Augustine, where to begin with his works, and why his writings are so relevant for us today. Mike beautifully captures the heart of St. Augustine, and Mike’s passion for this great saint is infectious to all who listen. We highly recommend this episode and Mike’s books for those who know little about St. Augustine or for those who are lifelong devotees and want to learn more. SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/ Music from Pexels, Gregor Quendel. https://www.classicals.de/legal

Currently, we are seeing a resurgence of traditional hymns and chant within the Church, and so today Fr. Elias joins us to talk about sacred music in the liturgy of the Mass. Get Your Copy of the "Pew Missal" : https://ignatius.com/search.php?search_query=pew%20missal&section=product Fr. Elias Guadalupe Ford is the editor of the Ignatius Press Pew Missal which is an annual subscription-based worship aid to give Catholic parishes access to traditional chants, melodies, and antiphons. The goal is to meet the average parishioner where they are at and then introduce them to a liturgical resource that is consistent with the directives of the Church. Paul Senz also has worked on the Pew Missal, and he joins Fr. Elias discuss how to encourage a reverent Mass in the Novus Ordo and introduce a reform of the reform following Vatican II. For musicians, music directors, and priests, this episode will be of particular interest as you direct the minds and hearts of the parish to the heart of the Church—Christ present in the Eucharist. SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/ Music from Pexels, Tunetank. https://pixabay.com/music/adventure-church-choir-349262/

Today about 6% of all children and teens are homeschooled, and Kolbe Academy has been at the forefront of this trend for 40 years. Learn more about Kolbe Academy Here: www.kolbe.org Mary Rowles is the executive director of Kolbe Academy and today she joins Andrew Petiprin to discuss the history of homeschooling in America and the benefits of this education. She addresses many of the common criticisms of homeschooling such as the fear that the children will not receive the proper education or will not be properly socialized. She also discusses Kolbe Academy which helps parents educate their children through a variety of resources and programs. Whether it be asynchronous learning or live online classes, Kolbe Academy has the resources for parents so that their children can flourish academically, spiritually, and interpersonally. SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/ Music from Pexels, Gregor Quendel. https://www.classicals.de/legal

As America reaches its 250th year, Dr. Harmon and Mark Brumley consider the importance of civics education and great books programs to bolster the future of the country. Dr. Thomas Harmon teaches at the University of St. Thomas, and he joins Mark Brumley to talk about the recent endowment given to the university to establish a new initiative aimed at developing good Catholic citizens. This initiative uses the Great Books (including our Constitution) as well as a seminar style of teaching to teach students to ask the right questions and pursue good answers. He and Mark also focus on the potential usefulness and challenges of artificial intelligence and what it means to be a good Catholic in America. If you are interested in learning more about University of St. Thomas, click this link: www.stthom.edu Get Your Copy of Ignatius Critical Editions: https://ignatiusnovels.com/ignatius-critical-editions/ The Immortal in You: https://ignatius.com/the-immortal-in-you-iiyp/?searchid=4608639&search_query=the+immortal+in+you Get Your Catholic Study Bible: https://catholic-study-bible.com/ America on Trial: https://ignatius.com/america-on-trial-aotp/?searchid=4608659&search_query=america+on+trial SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/ Music from Pexels, Gregor Quendel. https://www.classicals.de/legal

Today we honor Mary and celebrate one of the best works of literature—Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings.” Get Your Copy of “Tolkien: Man and Myth” here: https://ignatius.com/tolkien-man-and-myth-tmanp/?searchid=4510931&search_query=tolkien+ March 25th marks the feast of the Annunciation when the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary. But this date also marks the destruction of the one ring in Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings.” So we were joined by a Tolkien scholar, Joseph Pearce, to talk about the author of this great myth and to explain the significance of this date in Middle Earth. Joseph and Ben Eriksen discuss the major influences on Tolkien as both a man and the author and uncover many themes within Tolkien’s writings such as hope, eucatastophes, and Catholicism. They also talk about the true meaning of a “myth” which is not a flight from reality, but a flight into reality. Finally, Joseph gives his thoughts on the film adaptations of the “Lord of the Rings,” “the Hobbit,” and other recent film adaptations. For those who love Tolkien, this in-depth conversation of Tolkien’s Middle Earth is one that you will truly enjoy! Visit Joseph Pearce's Website Here: https://jpearce.co/ SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode of the Ignatius Press Podcast. You can also listen to the podcast on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. Follow us on social media: Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/IgnatiusPress Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignatiuspress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ignatius_press/ Music from Pexels, Sonican. https://pixabay.com/users/sonican-38947841/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=499906 0:00 March 25 The Annunciation in Middle Earth 3:20 Reading The Lord of the Rings in Prison 13:05 Critical Response to The Lord of the Rings in its Day 15:41 Purpose of Myth and Fairy Tales 20:55 Friendship with C.S. Lewis 24:28 Hope, Melancholy, and Longing in Tolkien 30:29 Eucatastrophe and the Consolation of the Happy Ending 36:15 Thoughts on The Lord of the Rings Movies 44:12 Middle Earth and Our Earth 49:47 How to be a Tolkien-Approved Fan of Middle Earth