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In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Gregory Pine and Fr. Patrick Briscoe unpack a classic—and often misunderstood—question in Catholic teaching: what is marriage actually for?

Drawing from Scripture, philosophy, and the Church’s tradition, they explore the answer.

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What Really Happens at Mass? Do you ever feel like your missing the deeper meaning?

In this rich conversation, Fr. Gregory Pine sits down with Dr. Edward Sri to unpack the biblical meaning behind the prayers, gestures, and structure of the Holy Mass. Drawing on Scripture, the Catechism, and the Church’s liturgical tradition, Dr. Sri explains how every part of the Mass—from “The Lord be with you” to “Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb”—is designed to help us encounter Jesus Christ more deeply.

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This episode of Godsplaining takes on one of the most difficult and important issues facing the Church today: the clerical sexual abuse crisis.

Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick begin by grounding the conversation in a theology of the priesthood. Priests are not merely “like everyone else”—they are entrusted with a unique gift and responsibility. Because of this, the faithful rightly expect more from them. When priests fail, the wound is deeper precisely because the gift is greater.

The friars emphasize that abuse is not something to excuse or minimize. It represents a profound betrayal of trust, of vocation, and of Christ’s mission. The pain and outrage people feel are not misplaced; they reflect a real recognition of the dignity of the priesthood and the gravity of its violation.

This episode is a sober reflection on how the Church can confront sin without losing sight of grace.

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In this episode, Fr. Gregory Pine and Fr. Patrick Briscoe tackle a question that often sparks confusion and controversy: Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God?

They begin by grounding the discussion in both contemporary debates and historical Church teaching, showing that this is not a new question but one the Church has addressed for centuries. Drawing from sources like St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Robert Bellarmine, and the Second Vatican Council, they explain that the Catholic tradition consistently affirms that Muslims and Christians do, in fact, worship the one true God.

The friars clarify that while Christians and Muslims refer to the same God in reality (the one Creator), they do not share the same understanding of God. Watch the full episode to learn more.

 

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Who is Pope Leo XIV—and what kind of leader will he be? In this episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Patrick Briscoe welcomes Vatican journalist Elise Allen to discuss her new biography of the Holy Father.

Drawing from personal encounters and exclusive interviews, Elise offers a behind-the-scenes look at the life, spirituality, and leadership of the first American pope. From missionary work in Peru to leadership in Rome, Pope Leo XIV brings a combination of pastoral care, global perspective, and Augustinian spirituality to his role as the "Servant of the Servants of God."

What does all this mean for the Church today? Watch the full episode to hear Elise Allen shed light on his background, his approach to unity and Church reform, what sets him apart from previous popes, and more.

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