This week on The Critical Catholic, DW Lafferty and Mike Lewis shift gears and discuss the questions and conspiracies surrounding the death of Pope John Paul I, who died unexpectedly in 1978 at the age of 65 after serving as pope for only 33 days.

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Critical Catholic Ep 07 - The Death of Pope John Paul I part 1

Jeannie Gaffigan and Mike Lewis are joined in the field hospital by David Lafferty to talk about how many Catholics, notably actor Jim Caviezel, have transformed into true believers of the QAnon conspiracy theory.

Jim Caviezel's speech at the "For God & Country: Patriot Double Down" convention held in Las Vegas in October: https://youtu.be/_1CiCur4QVw

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Critics of Pope Francis have cast doubt over the doctrinal orthodoxy of his apostolic exhortation Amoris Laetitia. A few prominent Catholics have gone as far as to condemn it as heretical, and have used it to undermine Francis’s entire papacy.

Since our foundation, Where Peter Is has tried to debunk these claims, as well as many other accusations against Pope Francis’s fidelity to Catholic doctrine.

Today we are thrilled to announce the publication of a new book by WPI co-founder and longtime contributor Pedro Gabriel that gives a comprehensive response to the questions surrounding Amoris Laetitia.

Pedro Gabriel is joined by some special guests:

Austen Ivereigh, biographer of Pope Francis
Rodrigo Guerra, Secretary of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America
Stephen Walford, author of the book Pope Francis, the Family, and Divorce
Mike Lewis will moderate the panel.

The Orthodoxy of Amoris Laetitia - Book Launch

Theologian Adam Rasmussen delivers an audio presentation of the final entry of his series on salvation. In this installment, he takes a look at Universalism - the idea that all will be saved. Who have been its proponents, what forms has it taken, and how has the Church responded?

https://wherepeteris.com/universalism-and-hell/

Universalism And Hell in Catholic Theology

Mike Lewis and Dominic de Souza wrap up the week with a discussion of the key issues and controversies in the Catholic Church today.

SHOW NOTES

Topics:

1) The vincible ignorance of Catholic leaders 
2) Will Pope Francis approve new SSPX bishops?
3) Carmelite nuns in Texas take on their bishop 
4) Tensions and conflicts among Catholics in the Month of June 

Summary and Links

1) Discussion of Mike's recent article about vincible and invincible ignorance. How have some outspoken Catholic public figures preyed on the ignorance of others?   

Link: https://wherepeteris.com/vincible-ignorance-begets-invincible-ignorance/

2) Mike addresses a recent rumor that the Society of St. Pius X will soon consecrate new bishops WITH the approval of Pope Francis

3) What do we know about the ongoing dispute between Fort Worth Bishop Michael Olson and the nuns of a local Carmelite monastery? What don't we know?

Links
- "UPDATE: Texas Bishop Dismisses Religious Superior From Carmelite Order, Alleging Sexual Sin, Which She Denies" (OSV News)
https://www.osvnews.com/2023/06/01/update-texas-bishop-dismisses-religious-superior-from-carmelite-order-alleging-sexual-sin-which-she-denies/
- "Arlington nun accused of breaking chastity vow dismissed" (CBS News)
https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/reverend-mother-teresa-agnes-chastity-vow-catholic/

4) Tensions have risen in the Church as we begin the month of June, which is the month dedicated to the Sacred Heart and Pride month. Is there any way to build peace and fraternity between Catholics this month?

Links
- "The Sacred Heart Beats For LGBT Catholics" (BCM)
https://www.blackcatholicmessenger.com/the-sacred-heart-beats-for-lgbt-catholics/
- "It's time Ugandan bishops speak up about inhumane anti-LGBTQ+ laws" (NCR)
https://www.ncronline.org/opinion/guest-voices/its-time-ugandan-bishops-speak-about-inhumane-anti-lgbtq-laws
- "This Pride Month, Catholic Church shows clear, if subtle, shifts toward LGBTQ welcome" (RNS)
https://www.ncronline.org/news/vatican/pride-month-catholic-church-shows-clear-if-subtle-shifts-toward-lgbtq-welcome
- "Dodgers pitcher denounces team’s decision to honor anti-Catholic group: ‘God cannot be mocked’" (CNA)
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/254461/dodgers-pitcher-denounces-team-s-decision-to-honor-anti-catholic-group-god-cannot-be-mocked
- "Can Catholics celebrate Pride Month? Yes, and here’s why." (Outreach)
https://outreach.faith/2023/05/can-catholics-celebrate-pride-month-yes-and-heres-why-2/

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U
A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

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Ignorance, Division, And Pride

Adam Rasmussen joined Mike Lewis for a super-sized catch-up episode of The Debrief on Sunday night. Topics included the Apostolic Visitation in Tyler, the new Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, and the Working Document for the October Synod meeting.

They also discussed the pushback against Pope Francis, and how a crisis of faith is often necessary for spiritual growth.

Live! Debrief Sunday Super-Sized Special

Mike and Dominic are back to discuss controversies, news, and questions in the Catholic Church today.

Topics:
1. Did a recently-appointed Cardinal say that WYD isn’t about evangelization?
2. What should we do with our hands during the Lord’s Prayer? 
3. Tips for trolls on Catholic Twitter

Summary and Links:

1) Mike and Dominic discuss a controversy surrounding future cardinal, Bishop Americo Aguiar of Lisbon, who is also in charge of organizing World Youth Day, who is quoted as saying: “We don’t want to convert the young people to Christ or to the Catholic Church or anything like that at all.”

What should we make of this?

Links:
"Bishop Aguiar, Pope Benedict, and Interreligious Dialogue" by Claire Domingues and Pedro Gabriel
https://wherepeteris.com/bishop-aguiar-pope-benedict-and-interreligious-dialogue/

"Beyond Superficiality: Bishop Aguiar’s vision for World Youth Day" by Pedro Gabriel
https://wherepeteris.com/beyond-superficiality-bishop-aguiars-vision-for-world-youth-day/

2) Last week, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines issued a “clarification” regarding the posture of the laity during the recitation of the Our Father during Mass. 

What did it say?

Link: https://cbcpnews.net/cbcpnews/cbcp-liturgy-body-clarifies-hand-posture-during-lords-prayer/

3) Mike and Dominic discuss Mike's new post on his substack site called “Rules for Trolls” with the Subheading “Let's make the Twitter experience better for both of us.”

Link: https://mikelewis.substack.com/p/rules-for-trolls

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U
A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

WHERE PETER IS
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WYD And Evangelization | Prayer Hands | Rules For Trolls

Strickland Schism? - Persecution in Nicaragua - Runaway Alabama Priest

Mike Lewis and Dominic de Souza return to The Debrief after a short hiatus to catch up on the big stories in the Church, including:

1. Bishop Strickland on Pope Francis and schism
2. Persecution of Catholics in Nicaragua 
3. Alabama priest abandons his post
4. World Youth Day and the Death Penalty

Topics and Links:

1. Bishop Strickland reverses his prior support for Pope Francis's exhortation Amoris Laetitia, and gives an odd definition of schism on on his radio show.

Link: "Is Strickland slouching toward schism?" - Where Peter Is, by Mike Lewis
https://wherepeteris.com/is-strickland-slouching-toward-schism/

2. Religious persecution in Nicaragua is increasing. In addition to the imprisoned Bishop Alvarez, the Ortega regime has closed down a Jesuit university.

Link: "Hellhole: The Martyrdom of the Church in Nicaragua" - Where Peter Is, by Carmelita
https://wherepeteris.com/hellhole-the-martyrdom-of-the-church-in-nicaragua/

3. Discussion about the unfolding story of Fr. Alex Crow, a priest from Mobile, Alabama has left his ministry and brought an 18-year-old woman (a recent high school graduate) with him to Italy. Troubling information has come out as this story has unfolded.

Link: "Disgraced Alabama priest believes he is married to 18-year-old and their running away to Italy is ‘Jesus’ will’ | America Magazine"
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/08/17/alabama-priest-married-high-school-student-245885

4. On the death penalty: "Capital Punishment and Magisterial Authority" - Where Peter Is, by Dr. Robert Fastiggi
https://wherepeteris.com/capital-punishment-and-magisterial-authority-part-1/

See Also: "Is the death penalty ever 'legitimate defense'?" by Mike Lewis (Substack)
https://mikelewis.substack.com/p/is-the-death-penalty-ever-legitimate

On WYD Lisbon: "Claire and Pedro's WYD Experience" - Where Peter Is (Podcast and Links)
https://wherepeteris.com/claire-and-pedros-wyd-experience/

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U
A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

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Strickland Schism - Persecution In Nicaragua - Runaway Alabama Priest

Mike and Dominic are back to discuss Pope Francis's comments released today on the problem of a reactionary US Church, the upcoming "Part 2" to Francis's encyclical Laudato Si', and a recent pastoral letter by Bishop Strickland and a surprising endorsement by Scott Hahn.

Notes and Links:
1) Pope Francis's dialogue with Portuguese Jesuits

‘The Water Has Been Agitated’ - LA CIVILTÀ CATTOLICA
https://www.laciviltacattolica.com/the-water-has-been-agitated/

Pope Francis on the “backward-looking” US Church - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/pope-francis-on-the-backward-looking-us-church/

Letter of the Holy Father to the Priests of the Diocese of Rome (5 August 2023) | Francis
https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/letters/2023/documents/20230805-lettera-sacerdoti.html

Pope blasts American critics' 'reactionary attitude' as 'useless' fight against progress
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2023/aug/28/pope-says-his-american-critics-have-reactionary-at/

2) Pope Francis writing a second part of Laudato si'
Vatican News article
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-08/pope-writing-second-part-of-laudato-si.html

3) Pastoral Letter from Bishop Strickland, August 2023 - The Catholic Diocese of Tyler
https://www.dioceseoftyler.org/2023/08/23/pastoral-letter-from-bishop-strickland-august-2023/

Bishop Strickland's Pastoral Letter on the Synod (Reason and Theology - Michael Lofton's analysis)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gskXbKrPKGg

Firebrand Texas Bishop Strickland says Rome synod will reveal 'true schismatics' | National Catholic Reporter
https://www.ncronline.org/news/firebrand-texas-bishop-strickland-says-rome-synod-will-reveal-true-schismatics

What Scott Hahn's public support for Bishop Strickland signifies - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/what-scott-hahns-public-support-for-bishop-strickland-signifies/

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U

A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

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Pope on US Church - Laudato Si' 2? - Strickland and Hahn

This week on the debrief, Mike and Dominic discuss

1) Silence, communication & the synod 
2) Archbishop Fernandez and ideological Catholics
3) The “Strickland Watch” in Tyler continues

Summary

1) Media access and transparency are becoming key topics as we approach next month's synodal assembly. Vatican journalists and synod watchers are expressing concerns that keeping the proceedings inside the synod hall private (which has been the tradition) will have the effect of keeping the faithful in the dark about what's happening at this pivotal event in the Church. 

2) The reactions to  recent intervies granted by Archbishop Victor Fernandez reveal ideological mindsets on both the right and the left.

Links:
- “New doctrine chief does the media rounds” by Mike Lewis, Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/new-doctrine-chief-does-the-media-rounds/
- “The Pope & the Americans” by Massimo Faggioli, Commonweal Magazine
https://www.commonwealmagazine.org/american-church-francis-burke-chaput-faggioli-reactionaries

3) Media reports circulated last week saying that Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas would be asked to step down. Additional media reports followed that Strickland has said he will not step down voluntarily. If he does say no, what happens next?

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U

A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

WHERE PETER IS
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Synodal Secrecy - Ideological Catholicism - StricklandWatch

Mike and Dominic return for another discussion of important topics in and around the Catholic Church.

Notes:

(1) Pope Francis visited the French port city of Marseille, on Friday and Saturday. The second-largest city in France is considered a multiethnic and multifaith melting pot. We discuss the highlights of the trip and the pope’s comments on the flight back.

Links:
- Pope Francis visits Marseille as anti-migrant views grow in Europe  https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/pope-francis-visits-marseille-anti-migrant-views-grow-103402835.

- French media shine spotlight on Pope’s Marseille visit. https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-09/pope-francis-france-media-coverage-day-one-marseille.html.

- Apostolic Journey to Marseille: Press Conference on the return flight 
https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/speeches/2023/september/documents/20230923-marsiglia-voloritorno.html

- Pope Francis: 'Marseille’s welcome is a message to Europe' https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-09/pope-francis-apostolic-journey-marseille-inflight-press.html

- In France, pope slams 'alarmist propaganda' that fuels fears of migrants https://www.ncronline.org/vatican/vatican-news/france-pope-slams-alarmist-propaganda-fuels-fears-migrants.

(2) The controversy surrounding Fr. Marko Rupnik

Links:
- Timeline: What we know about former Jesuit Marko Rupnik’s alleged abuse—and the questions that remain | America Magazine
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/06/22/marko-rupnik-abuse-timeline-245537

- Women who say they were abused by a onetime Jesuit artist denounce an apparent rehabilitation effort | AP News
https://apnews.com/article/vatican-jesuit-abuse-artist-marko-ivan-rupnik-2bc494b3c624cb3a657ba0598c8a29ee

- Rome questions treatment of Marco Rupnik, a prominent artist expelled by Jesuits due to abuse allegations | America Magazine
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/09/19/rupnik-jesuits-diocese-rome-excommunication-report-246111

- Is Pope Francis protecting Marko Rupnik?
https://international.la-croix.com/news/letter-from-rome/is-pope-francis-protecting-marko-rupnik/18386

(3) The latest on the Bishop Strickland situation in Tyler, Texas

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U

A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

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Pope In Marseille - Rupnik Scandal - Strickland Watch

Mike Lewis interviews Fr. Ivan Montelongo, one of six non-bishop voting delegates from the United States who will be taking take part in next month’s Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in Rome. Fr. Ivan is a priest of the Diocese of El Paso, Texas, ordained to the priesthood in 2020. He is a Canon Lawyer and is a graduate of Mundelein Seminary. This summer he was named both Judicial Vicar and Vocations Director for the Diocese of El Paso.

Fr. Ivan speaks about his life and vocation, his expectations for the Synod, and his views on the way the Synod is presented by the media. Keep Fr. Ivan in your prayers!

https://wherepeteris.com/interview-with-synod-delegate-fr-ivan-montelongo/

Fr Ivan has offered to let viewers contact him via email with their thoughts and questions about the synod. Send him an email at imontelongo @ elpasodiocese . org (remove spaces).

DESCRIPTION WPI Perspectives is a YouTube and podcast series brought to you by Where Peter Is. Join us for thoughtful interviews with theologians, clergy, journalists, scholars, and ordinary Catholics. We delve into the topics at the heart of contemporary Catholic life. From social justice to Church history, deepen your understanding of the Catholic world. “WPI Perspectives” is your next essential listen. Subscribe today!

WPI Perspectives - Fr Ivan Montelongo

Mike Lewis speaks with Phyllis Zagano in a wide-ranging discussion about the Church, the upcoming synod, the role of women, and the meaning of synodality. In particular, they discuss her article on the upcoming Synodal assembly, “The secret synod,” and her most recent book, “Just Church: Catholic Social Teaching, Synodality, and Women,” which is entering into its second printing with Paulist Press.

Phyllis Zagano, PhD, has lectured throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Her many awards include the 2014 Isaac Hecker Award for Social Justice from the Paulist Center Community in Boston. Her groundbreaking work on women in the diaconate led to her appointment in 2016 to the Pontifical Commission for the Study of the Diaconate of Women.

Links:

Phyllis Zagano
https://sites.hofstra.edu/phyllis-zagano/

Just Church - Dr Phyllis Zagano (Paulist Press)
https://www.paulistpress.com/Products/5653-5/just-church.aspx

The secret synod | (RNS Column) National Catholic Reporter
https://www.ncronline.org/opinion/guest-voices/secret-synod-thats-happening-rome

Roman Catholic Church to discuss women deacons at Pope Francis' synod in October - Newsday
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/religion/woman-deacons-catholic-church-synod-xfpqylff

Advocacy for Women Deacons by Alum Phyllis Zagano, a World Expert, Goes before Global Vatican Gathering | Bostonia | Boston University
https://www.bu.edu/articles/2023/women-deacons-advocacy/

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WPI Perspectives With Phyllis Zagano

In this episode of the Debrief, Dominic and Mike discuss an eventful week at the Vatican in the lead-up to the synod, a day filled with dubia about Pope Francis’s teachings, and the new apostolic exhortation on the climate crisis that will be released tomorrow.

Show notes

(1) Busy week at the Vatican before the Synod

Links:

- Pope Francis creates 21 new cardinals from 16 nations on the eve of the Synod on Synodality | America Magazine
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/09/30/pope-francis-consistory-college-cardinals-246179

- Homily at the consistory, Saturday, 30 September 2023 https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/homilies/2023/documents/20230930-omelia-concistoro.html

- Reflections by Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP:
Synod Retreat Meditation 1: 'Hoping Against Hope' - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/retreat-day-1-radcliffe-first-meditation.html


Synod Retreat Meditation 2: 'At home in God and God at home in us' - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/retreat-day-1-radcliffe-meditation-2.html

Synod Retreat Meditation 3: ‘Friendship’ - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/synod-retreat-meditation-friendship.html


(2) Dubia, Dubia, Dubia

Links:
- Unofficial translation of pope's response to Dubia 2.0 - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/unofficial-translation-of-popes-response-to-dubia-2-0/

- DDF response to Card. Duka's questions on Amoris Laetitia - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/ddf-response-to-card-dukas-questions-on-amoris-laetitia/

- Michael Lofton videos on new dubia:
Cardinals Send ‘Dubia’ to Pope Francis!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xnF9gdRlP14

Amoris Laetitia Dubia ANSWERED!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_A0txSfHME

(3) Laudate Deum

Bishop Arnold: Laudate Deum will be a firm call for action for creation - Vatican News
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2023-10/bishop-arnold-laudate-deum-a-firm-call-for-action-for-creation.html

Laudate Deum: the newest papal document | Diocese of Raleigh
https://dioceseofraleigh.org/news/laudate-deum-newest-papal-document

Doobie, Doobie, Dubia

Mike and Dominic discuss Pope Francis's new exhortation on St. Therese, Mike gives a non-update on the Synod, and then they take a close look at "Credo" - a very problematic Catechism by Bishop Athanasius Schneider.

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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

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Debrief: St Therese - Synod Update - Schneider's errant catechism

Mike and Dominic discuss the competing understandings of "tradition" in the Catholic Church today. Beginning with a discussion of Ratzinger's dynamic understanding, they explore how ideologies undermine the faith and foment schism, as exemplified by Cardinal Raymond Burke's dissent against the Church's doctrine on the office of the pope.

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A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

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Debrief - Tradition, Schism, and Cardinal Burke

Mike and Dominic discuss the latest developments in the abuse scandal involving the priest artist Marko Rupnik, the "spiciest" paragraphs in the final report of the 2023 Synod, and Bishop Strickland's visit to Rome.

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U

A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

WHERE PETER IS
Visit Where Peter Is.com to read articles, commentaries, and spiritual reflections by and for faithful Catholics who support the mission and vision of Pope Francis. wherepeteris.com

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Debrief: Rupnik Scandal, the Synod Final Report, Strickland in Rome

Mike and Dominic react and respond to the removal of Bishop Joseph Strickland from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Tyler. What were the reasons? Was this a surprise?

What's next?

Links:
Strickland's attack on the sacred - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/stricklands-attack-on-the-sacred/

Bishop Strickland Relieved from Pastoral Governance - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/bishop-strickland-relieved-from-pastoral-governance/

On Strickland's Removal - Where Peter Is
https://wherepeteris.com/on-stricklands-removal/

ABOUT THE DEBRIEF
Intro Episode: youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U

A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged.

WHERE PETER IS
Visit Where Peter Is.com to read articles, commentaries, and spiritual reflections by and for faithful Catholics who support the mission and vision of Pope Francis. wherepeteris.com

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The Debrief: Strickland Removed

This week, Mike Lewis, Paul Fahey, and Dan Amiri discuss celebrating an unusual Holy Week during the COVID-19 lockdown. They also respond to the "open letter" to the US bishops, requesting more access to the sacraments. Finally, they discuss the polarization in the Church, and to respond to Pope Francis's critics.

Peter's Field Hospital - Episode 002

In this week's episode, Dan Amiri and Paul Fahey join Mike Lewis for a discussion about Divine Mercy, Saint Thomas, and Catholic Social Teaching. Next, DW Lafferty joins Mike Lewis to talk about Catholicism, Liberalism, and the Culture Wars.

Peter's Field Hospital - Episode 004

Papal biographer and interviewer Austen Ivereigh joins Mike Lewis and David Lafferty to discuss his recent interview with Pope Francis, the state of the Catholic Media resistance to the pope, and the true message the Holy Father.

Peter's Field Hospital - Interview with Austen Ivereigh (Part 1)

Part 2 of the Peter’s Field Hospital conversation with Austen Ivereigh. In this concluding segment, Mike Lewis and DW Lafferty discuss with Austen how to communicate the message of Pope Francis to Catholics who resist his message, Pope Francis’s vision for a post-COVID world, and evangelizing - both in the world and within the Church.

Peter's Field Hospital - Austen Ivereigh Interview - Part 2

In Episode 6 of Peter's Field Hospital, Mike Lewis, Paul Fahey, and DW Lafferty discuss the troubling, paranoid letter composed by Archbishop Vigano and signed by bishops and cardinals. They also discuss conspiracy theories in the Church, and how popular apologists have embraced the anti-Francis agenda.

Episode 6 - Viganò and Conspiracy Theories

In this edition of Peter's Field Hospital, Mike Lewis discusses conversion with Rachel Dobbs and Adam Rasmussen, both of whom came into the faith as young adults. They share their journeys, the unique challenges and temptations faced by converts, and address the stereotyping and derision they sometimes face.

Catholic Converts: Journeys, Challenges, and Stereotypes

Continuing their conversation about conversion and growth in the faith,  Mike Lewis, Adam Rasmussen, and Rachel Dobbs discuss how a distorted understanding of the faith has been widely promoted by Catholics with reactionary and fringe views. How did this happen, and how must the bishops, theologians, and the faithful respond?

Why Catholics can't ignore the reactionary fringe

In this episode, Mike Lewis is joined by Nate-Tinner Williams and Dawn Eden Goldstein to discuss the history of African American Catholicism, racism in the Church, and the Catholic response to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Later, Nate and Mike discuss the unique gifts and challenges of black Catholics in the US, as well as evangelization in the black community.

Image: Sister Thea Bowman by John Feister. Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, fspa.org.

Black Catholics: History, Evangelization, and BLM

In this episode, Mike Lewis discusses Viganò's letter to Trump with David Lafferty and Nathan Turowsky. They explain the conspiracy theory-based language Viganò uses, its place in the larger world of conspiracy theories, and the disturbing trend of Catholics buying into these ideas.

Viganò, QAnon, and the 'Deep Church' explained

Mike Lewis, David Lafferty, and Nathan Turowsky continue their discussion about the disturbing influence of leaders like Archbishop Viganò and Taylor Marshall on ordinary Catholics.

They talk about the extremes that this "post-truth" or "post-reality" rhetoric has reached - far beyond anyone anticipated - and wonder how much further it might go.

Should Pope Francis act? Have we reached the point of no return? What can we do, if anything, to prevent a schism?

The Danger of a Post-Truth Catholic Schism

Pedro Gabriel and Claire Navarro join Mike Lewis from Portugal.

They discuss Pedro's upcoming talk on July 9 at the online Immortal Combat Men’s Conference on “Pope Francis and Silence -- How to Defeat the False Angel of Light” (Click here to register: https://preview.tinyurl.com/ycdhdwct).

Mike also asks Pedro about the Portuguese perspective on famous Fatima conspiracy theories, including the consecration of Russia, the Third Secret, and the "Two Lucias" controversy.

Part 1 of 3.

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Our Lady of Fatima and Conspiracies: A Portuguese Perspective

Sam Rocha joins Mike Lewis and Paul Fahey for a wide-ranging conversation on Catholicism, socialism, race, Latin America, Pope Francis, and Catholic Social Teaching.

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Talking Race, Religion, and Culture with Sam Rocha

Mike Lewis and Paul Fahey continue their conversation with Sam Rocha. Mike tells Sam about his inadvertent role in the creation of Where Peter Is. They go on to discuss their memories of their spiritual journey, how their upbringings, experiences, and relationships have influenced their faith. Finally, they look at the future of the Church.

Stick around until the end, when Sam plays "Samuel's Psalm."

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Sam Rocha: Stories and Remembrance

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