VOX SFX
Welcome to VOX SFX, a podcast which aims to explore the rich history and traditions of the Catholic Church over the last two thousand years. This podcast is designed to educate those who might not know much about the Church, and to those members of the faithful who may be unaware of the significance of our symbolism and ritual. Through study and interviews, we hope to share this vivid saga of antiquity with a new generation of listeners.
Episodes
53 episodes
E48 - The Easter Season
Easter is more than just a single day. True, one Sunday a year we dedicate our joy to our risen Lord, but the Easter Season continues for the next 40 (+10) days. During this time, we are invited to reflect on what Jesus was trying t...
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E47 - Eucharistic Congress, Day 3
The third day of the Eucharistic Congress for the Diocese of Helena culminates with a Mass at the Cathedral of St. Helena, a Eucharistic Procession to Carroll College, and a Benediction at All Saints Chapel. Our Eucharistic Congress comme...
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E46 - Eucharistic Congress, Day 2
The second day of the Eucharistic Congress was by far the most busy. From sun up to sun down there were both general presentations and more in-depth explorations concerning all manner of topics around the Eucharist. The first of our...
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E45 - Eucharistic Congress, Day 1
In our first episode covering the Eucharistic Congress for the Diocese of Helena, we set the stage for the upcoming days. Alex Kautzky, the Diocese of Helena's Director of Pro Life, Faith, and Evangelization and one of the main organizers...
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E44 - Poverty of Spirit
It is time once again for the Novena of Grace here at St. Francis Xavier Parish. This year's presenter is Dr. Katherine Greiner, an Associate Professor of Theology at Carroll College in Helena, MT. Her topic is the Poverty of Spirit...
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E43 - The Virtues (Part Two)
In this episode we cultivate a deeper understanding of gratitude, patience, temperance, and diligence. Fr Cochran joins Nicholas for the second half of our discussion regarding the Seven Heavenly Virtues.
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E42 - The Virtues (Part One)
When deciding how to engage with others, we take as inspiration the virtues laid out for us by our faith. Virtue is integral to the practice of the Christian faith, and it is our responsibility to cultivate it through moral discernment. &...
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E41 - Year of Jubilee
A Jubilee Year are special times in the calendar of the Catholic Church. With its origins in the celebration prescribed by God in the Old Testament book of Leviticus, it invites us to contemplate God's love and grace, seek redemption from...
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E40 - The Sacraments (Part Two)
We continue our exploration of the seven Sacraments of the Catholic faith by looking into the Sacraments of Service: Reconciliation, Anointing, and the vocations of holy orders and marriage. These sacraments invite us to open our hearts t...
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E39 - The Sacraments (Part One)
Rituals and rites define all faith communities, and Catholics have seven specific Sacraments which we experience throughout our faith journey. These Sacraments are designed to bring us closer to God and each other, to live out Christ's mi...
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E38 - Catholic Schools
It is National Catholic Schools Week! Our Catholic schools offer a unique and essential educational paradigm in today's increasingly secular society. As well as instilling our young people with Christian values, Catholic schools seek to c...
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E37 - Vocational Discernment
God calls all of us into his service, for his glory and for our wellbeing. Sometimes it can be hard to know what we are called to do. Are we called to participate in religious life? Do we best serve by entering into the sacram...
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E36 - The Baptism of Our Lord
Baptism is one of the fundamental Christian rituals, honored and held in high esteem by all Trinitarian faiths. But what is baptism? Is it simply the act of immersion in water, or is it something more? And why did Christ, God ...
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E35 - Sacred Music
For Catholics, one of the most powerful elements of the season of Advent is the music that draws us together. Whether they be old hymns that are near and dear to our hearts, or joyful tunes we hear when shopping for our families, the song...
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E34 - Sacred Preparation
As we journey through this Advent season, we prepare our hearts and minds for the coming of our Savior. For those of us who work at a church, extensive preparation is needed to help parishioners experience the peace and wonder of the Mass...
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E33 - Sacred Art
Widely appreciated by both the faithful and the secular world, sacred art holds a place of special significance to our Church and society. Art speaks where words fail, imparting emotions in a way that unites us all in the appreciation of ...
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E32 - Giving Thanks to God
Every year, on the fourth Thursday of November, Americans are asked what they are thankful for. When we struggle, it can be difficult to come up with an answer. However, by cultivating a more positive outlook, we begin to see all of...
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E31 - The Beatitudes (Part Three)
Fr Cochran rejoins Nicholas for the final installment of our three part series on the Beatitudes. Tune back into the conversation as we give a final examination of these powerful and proactive statements.
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E30 - The Beatitudes (Part Two)
We continue our exploration of the Beatitudes in this second installment of our three part series. Fr Cochran is back to offer his sage wisdom and understanding for us to contemplate. Join Nicholas as we further examine this most im...
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E29 - The Beatitudes (Part One)
Matthew 5, also known as the Beatitudes, is one of the most popular sections of the Bible. The words are simple yet powerful, mysterious, and compelling. But how many of us really know the depth of their meaning? There's quite...
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E28 - On the Road with Fr Pat Conroy
From helping the poorest and most desperate of humanity all the way to the hallowed halls of Congress, Father Pat Conroy has lived a remarkable life. His breadth of experience has given him precious wisdom to share. Join Nicholas a...
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E27 - The Trinity
The Trinity is one of the most fundamental of Christian concepts. It is also one of the hardest to describe, as it is one of our deepest mysteries. It seems the more one tries to define it rationally, the concept moves farther away....
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E26 - Christian Stewardship
In the beginning, God created the world in all its glory and bounty. He then created the creatures that would populate it. Finally, He raise up man from the earth and charged us with a sacred duty: to be stewards of the Garden. &nbs...
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