Father Edward Looney explores the theology of the Immaculate Conception as presented by Saint Alphonsus Liguori. He discusses the fittingness of Mary's preservation from original sin in relation to the Holy Trinity and explains how this doctrin

11. The Glories of Mary: The Anatomy of a Marian Prayer

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Father Edward Looney explores the structure and significance of prayers addressed to the Virgin Mary by various saints. He discusses how these prayers teach the language of prayer and models how to craft a prayer to Mary, using the Annunciation

10. The Glories of Mary: The Glorious Name of Mary

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Father Edward Looney delves into the significance of Mary's name, emphasizing its power and efficacy in invoking her intercession. Drawing from Saint Alphonsus Liguori's writings, he highlights how Mary's name brings comfort, joy, and conversio

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9. The Glories of Mary: The Blessed Virgin's Relationship to the Souls in Purgatory

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Father Edward Looney explores Mary's intercession for souls in purgatory. Reflecting on Saint Alphonsus Liguori's writings, he emphasizes Mary's role in delivering souls from hell, succoring them in purgatory, and leading them to heaven. Father

8. The Glories of Mary: Mary and the Hour of Our Death

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Father Edward Looney delves into the significance of Mary's intercession at the hour of death. Reflecting on the Hail Mary prayer and promises associated with the rosary, he emphasizes Mary's role in obtaining grace for us in our final moments.

7. The Glories of Mary: The Absence of Marian Devotion in the Life of a Non-Catholic

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Father Edward Looney reflects on the absence of Marian devotion among non-Catholics, emphasizing Mary's significance and the power of her intercession. Drawing from the messages of Our Lady of Fatima and the Five First Saturdays devotion, he hi

6. The Glories of Mary: Mary Is Our Advocate and Our Mediatrix

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Father Edward Looney continues his examination of Saint Alphonsus Liguori's The Glories of Mary, emphasizing Mary's relatability as a mother who understands grief and advocates for us before God. Through anecdotes and scripture, he illustrates

5. The Glories of Mary: Mary's Help Against Temptation

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Father Edward Looney delves into the line, "To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve," emphasizing Mary's role as a helper against temptation. Drawing on the tradition of Mary as the New Eve, Father Looney explores how her sinlessness a

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4. The Glories of Mary: Finding Our Lady in the Scriptures

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Father Edward Looney explores the rich connections between Mary and the Scriptures. In this episode focusing on "Our Hope," he delves into how biblical references illuminate Mary's role and significance, drawing parallels between Old Testament

3. The Glories of Mary: Mary's Love for God's Children

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Father Edward Looney delves into the profound love Mary has for humanity, focusing on her role as our life, our sweetness. Drawing from Saint Alphonsus Liguori's reflections, Father Looney explores how Mary obtains pardon for our sins, grants u

2. The Glories of Mary: Mary's Role as the Queen Mother

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Father Edward Looney discusses Mary as the Queen Mother, emphasizing her role as an intercessor and advocate for believers. Drawing from Old Testament theology, he explains how Mary's title as Queen aligns with her function as the mother of Jes

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Welcome to first episode of The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary hosted by Father Edward Looney, a priest and Marian theologian. Fr. Looney offers insights and prayers to help listeners delve into Saint Alphonsus Liguori's profound work, The G

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Introducing The Glories of Mary (feat. Fr. Edward Looney)

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Introducing The Commentaries: The Glories of Mary hosted by Father Edward Looney, a priest and Marian theologian. Fr. Looney offers insights and prayers to help listeners delve into Saint Alphonsus Liguori's profound work, The Glories of Mary,

18. The Confessions of St. Augustine: Pathways in Scripture

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Emphasizing the necessity of humility and charity when approaching Scripture, Dr. Paul Thigpen delves into Book XII of The Confessions of St. Augustine. Augustine's prayerful reflection leads us to recognize the layers of meaning within even th

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Ponder the profound mysteries of existence and the divine as Dr. Paul Thigpen delves into Book Eleven of The Confessions of St. Augustine, exploring the intricate concepts of time and eternity. Augustine's reflections are deeply philosophical a

16. The Confessions of St. Augustine: Life in Christ

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Saint Augustine grapples with the complexities of the Christian life. Dr. Paul Thigpen relays how Augustine ponders the nature of happiness, suggesting that our innate desire for it may stem from a primal memory of the blessed life. He explores

15. The Confessions of St. Augustine: Reflections on Human Memory

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Dr. Paul Thigpen delves into Saint Augustine's profound exploration of human memory's role in spiritual life. Augustine's introspection reveals his deep interest in the soul's faculties and his motivation to share his past for enlightenment and

14. The Confessions of St. Augustine: The Life of Saint Monica

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Dr. Paul Thigpen delves into the remarkable life of Saint Monica, Saint Augustine's mother. Despite her struggles, Monica's faith and determination profoundly influenced Augustine's spiritual journey. Through anecdotes of her childhood, marriag

13. The Confessions of St. Augustine: The New Christian

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Dr. Paul Thigpen delves into Saint Augustine's early days as a believer, focusing on his dramatic conversion and entry into the Catholic Church. Augustine's transformation involved a profound change of heart, redirecting his will from worldly a

12. The Confessions of St. Augustine: Conversion at Last

Mar 18th, 2024 16m 46s

In the twelfth episode of The Commentaries series on The Confessions of Saint Augustine, Dr. Paul Thigpen explores Augustine's conversion to the Catholic faith. The journey involves influential figures like his mother, Monica, and mentors like

11. The Confessions of St. Augustine: Last Steps Toward Conversion

Mar 11th, 2024 16m 48s

Dr. Paul Thigpen explores the final stages of Saint Augustine's journey towards his conversion to Catholicism. Augustine reflects on his internal struggles, including the battle between the old and new wills within him. Augustine encounters wit

10. The Confessions of St. Augustine: The Mediator, Jesus Christ

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In the tenth episode of The Commentaries series on The Confessions of Saint Augustine, Dr. Paul Thigpen delves into Augustine's exploration of his evolving understanding of Jesus Christ as the mediator with God. Augustine reflects on his spirit

9. The Confessions of St. Augustine: The Nature of God, the Problem of Evil

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Delve into Saint Augustine's intellectual struggles, grappling with the nature of God and the problem of evil. The episode touches on Augustine's exposure to various religious traditions in his youth, his evolving understanding of God's nature,