The Catholic Buzz Podcast

How to Read the Bible: The Catholic Buzz (S3:E4)

What parts of the Bible are we to take literally and what parts are we not? What is the difference between some books of the Bible and do they hold the same weight in terms of our spiritual lives? Do we start from front to back? Why is it important to read the Bible? How can we use the Bible to help us deepen our love and knowledge of God? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this new episode of the Catholic Buzz Podcast! Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at askus@thecatholicbuzz.com

There’s Something About Germany: The Catholic Buzz (S3:E3)

"A threat to the unity of the Church" is how the Vatican described the process of meetings underway in the Catholic Church in Germany. The German Church is undergoing a series of meetings known as the "Synodal Way" where decisions to stray away from the teachings of the Catholic Church are part of the discussions. What are they talking about? What authority do they have to implement new doctrines in the church in Germany? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on this new episode of the Catholic Buzz Podcast! Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at askus@thecatholicbuzz.com

Why We Give Money to the Church & What They Do With It: The Catholic Buzz (S3:E2)

What does my local parish do with my donations? Why should I financially support my parish? How much am I supposed to be giving? Do Catholics "tithe"? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele as they break open the books and crunch the numbers! Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at askus@thecatholicbuzz.com

Was the Pope’s Apology Enough?: The Catholic Buzz (S3:E1)

Pope Francis visited Canada this past summer on a Pilgrimage of Penance in order to be present to the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. On his travels across Canada, Pope Francis offered apologies for the Church's role in the former Residential School system. Was his apology enough? Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele on the first episode of Season 3! Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at askus@thecatholicbuzz.com

Season 2 Finale - Odds & Ends: The Catholic Buzz (S2:E28)

Already the end of Season 2? Join us as we wrap up this latest season, answer some questions from our mailbox, suggest some summer reading for you, and chat about the ongoing Synod and upcoming visit of Pope Francis to Canada. Visit our new website! www.thecatholicbuzz.com Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at thecatholicbuzzpodcast@gmail.com.

Pornography & Masturbation: The Catholic Buzz (S2:E27)

The Catechism of the Catholic Church describes pornography as a "grave offense" that "perverts the conjugal act" and does "grave injury to the dignity" of all involved. Masturbation is described by the Catechism as an "intrinsically and gravely disordered action". Today, the availability and use of pornography is rampant with both males and females of all ages. At the conclusion of our four part series on Sex, join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele who talk about this widespread problem, and share some tips to overcome addiction. Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at thecatholicbuzzpodcast@gmail.com.

Natural Family Planning: The Catholic Buzz (S2:E26)

Theresa-Marie VanMilligen, a faithful Catholic and Nurse Practitioner joins the podcast today to talk about natural, free alternatives to birth control, and fertility awareness. The Catholic Church teaches that using methods of natural family planning is morally acceptable. Find out why and join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele and special guest Theresa-Marie on this week's podcast! Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at thecatholicbuzzpodcast@gmail.com.

Violations Against the Beauty of Sex: The Catholic Buzz (S2:E25)

Our conversation on sex continues! Last episode we discussed the beauty of sex - this time around we will talk about what violates that beauty. Sex outside of marriage, contraception, hook-up culture and more are some of what we discuss that takes away from God's beautiful design of sex. Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele who explore the Church's teaching! Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at thecatholicbuzzpodcast@gmail.com.

The Beauty of Sex: The Catholic Buzz (S2:E24)

Are Catholics prudish when it comes to sex? Most people would assume so! The Catholic Church's teaching on sex is often misunderstood, yet the Church has always maintained that sex is a beautiful gift from God, one that expresses a total and sacred union between husband and wife. Join Mat, Josh and Fr. Daniele who explore the Church's teaching on the Beauty of Sex! Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at thecatholicbuzzpodcast@gmail.com.

The Rosary: The Catholic Buzz (S2:E23)

During the month of May, we honour Mary, the Mother of God. We look into the Rosary, why we pray it, why you should pray it, and the spiritual effects of having this devotion to our Blessed Mother. Join Mat, Josh & Fr. Daniele, who take up their beads and help us understand the importance of the Rosary. Find all our links at: https://linktr.ee/thecatholicbuzz Follow, Like & Share on Facebook (@thecatholicbuzz) or on Instagram (@thecatholicbuzzpodcast), or contact us at thecatholicbuzzpodcast@gmail.com.