Facts Of Faith - Busted Halo

We've all heard about the image of Mary in the grilled cheese or the image of Christ underneath the highway overpass.  What does the church make of these things?  Fr. Larry comes loaded with some new vocab words to tell us all about these phenomena.

Who is considered a member in the Catholic Church?  Why do you have to register with your church?  Are being a member and registering the same thing?  These questions and more are answered by Fr. Larry and Fr. Dave on this Facts of Faith!

Fr. Larry lays down his wisdom regarding the Roman Clerical Collar.  He and Fr. Dave discuss the origin, the variations, and the customs of the collar.  

There is a list of things that the Church expects as the minimum of all members.  Do you know what they are?  Fr. Larry gives us the list, which is sometimes called The Precepts of the Church.

If you plan to visit Rome, you must listen to this Fact of Faith!  Fr. Larry tells us about the Scala Sancta, a true sight to see in Rome.

Who knew that there was both an art and a science to church bells?  Fr. Larry gives us a Fact of Faith that involves the history, making, and variety of church bells.

A Pope's choosing of his Papal name is always symbolic on some level, so Fr. Larry gives us some details on the life of one of the previous Pope Benedicts, in hope that we may gain a deeper understanding of Pope Benedict XVI.

Fact guru Fr. Larry gives us a Fact of Faith about a popular wedding ritual, the Unity Candle.  He and Fr. Dave discuss the symbolism involved, the liturgical flow of the nuptial mass and the story of the Unity Candle's popularization.

Fr. Larry answers the oft-asked question; 'How many times can I receive communion in one day?'  He also tells us how many times a priest can celebrate mass, answers an intern's question, and even discusses the philosophy behind Roman Law!

  Fr. Larry explains what has happened to St. Paul’s remains after he was martyred in Rome.  He and Fr. Dave also discuss St. Paul’s Basilica - one of the four main basilicas in Rome - and a kooky superstition associated with it.  

Facts of Faith visits Rome as Fr. Larry discusses the Catacombs of Rome.  We also get information about the Church's position on cremation, the Roman subway, and the veneration of martyrs.

Fr. Larry lists some tips for Catholics going into a hospital for extended stay.  Due to changing laws and societal norms, things the patient must do to see a priest have drastically changed since the 50's.  

Facts about incense!  Fr. Dave and Fr. Larry discuss just about everything you want to know about incense, including names for incense vessels, how and when we use incense, and why we do it.  Plus, tips for those who dislike the incense.  

  Fr. Larry gives Fr. Dave a quick history lesson on "The Diet of Worms", which, to Fr. Dave's dismay, has nothing to do with food.  The history involves Emperor Charles V, Martin Luther, Pope Leo X, and the Protestant Reformation.  It's a fascinating political and religious story worthy of a suspense novel.  

  Fr. Larry Rice and Fr. Dave discuss the obligation of keeping the Sabbath holy, especially when one is on a vacation.  Tips on how to find a church, how to contextualize differences in mass, and good Catholic etiquette are all included.  Perfect for the summer!  

Fr. Dave and Fr. Larry discuss the history of the Trappist Monks, and the ales they brewed

Fr. Dave and Fr. Larry discuss the different graduation traditions that have their roots in Catholic ceremonies.  

  Fr. Dave and Fr. Larry discuss the religious background of J.R.R. Tolkien, and how it affected his works set in Middle Earth  

Fr. Dave and Fr. Larry bend the time-space continuum for this week's "Facts" of Faith.  

Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP and Fr. Larry Rice discuss the (non)-issue of Evolution vs. Creationism for Catholics, Bible scripture, and the role of science and religion in our lives.