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Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar

The Marian Fathers

Each week, Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC, director of the Association of Marian Helpers, examines in-depth an essential element of faith and morals that Catholics are called to proclaim, live, and celebrate. With wisdom, wit, and infectious enthusiasm, Fr. Chris digs deep into the richness, beauty, and truth of the faith that continues to transform hearts and lead people to God. May this podcast encourage your love of our Lord and love of your neighbor, especially of your brethren in the Church.

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86:33

Artificial Intelligence (AI): Help or Mark of the Beast?

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2025/05/02

Few things have changed the world more in the last two years than AI. But what does the Church say about it? Is is good and helpful, or dangerous and demonic? Can it be used without opening portals? Fr. Chris Alar explains.To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

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75:41

Garabandal: Can We Believe In It?

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2025/05/02

One of the most frightening but informative Marian apparitions in history happened at Garabandal, Spain, in the 1960s. What was this message and why is it important today? Can we believe this message and what has the Church officially said about it? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he explains all you need to know and what you need to do in order to follow what Heaven is asking for.To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more

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91:47

What Does the Church Teach About Immigration? Open...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2025/02/15

Completely different content from Fr. Chris' recent homily on this topic. With so much confusion about immigration today, what do Christians need to know? Should we have open borders? What does Jesus and the Bible say? Is Pope Francis right on this issue? Does his letter to the Catholic Bishops have to be followed? Hear Fr. Chris Alar answer these questions and more!To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the

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89:56

Is Being a Good Person Most Important to Acquire...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2025/01/25

Today, most Christians believe that if they are only "a good person" they will get to Heaven. This is not correct. What Jesus and the Bible say about getting to Heaven involves much more. Is it through faith alone? Is it through doing good works? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain exactly what Jesus said we need to do to find eternal life.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our MinistriesTo access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and

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69:00

Holy Face Devotion: Perfect Reparation

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2025/01/11

One of the most powerful devotions in history, and one that keeps surfacing around the world, is the Holy Face (from the Veil of Veronica and the Shroud of Turin). What is so powerful about this and how do we differentiate one image of Christ from another? How did they come to be? Fr. Chris Alar explains this incredible gift of grace. To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy

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58:42

The 1st Ever Devotion to Mary: Our Lady Help of...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2025/01/04

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90:09

Limbo? Unbaptized in Heaven? Answer: Holy Innocents

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/12/28

Does the Church still teach Limbo is real? What happens to unbaptized babies when they die? What is the Feast of the Holy Innocents really about? Why would God allow them to suffer so much? Hear Fr. Chris Alar answer these questions and more and elicit the help of these powerful soldiers! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=YTSupport Our Ministries: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/donation?source=ytTo access our

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86:54

Can Women be Deacons? Who are Deacons and who was St....

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/12/21

With the synod and the resulting confusion from it, what does the Catholic Church actually say about women being ordained deacons? Can it happen? Who were deaconesses? What is Pope Francis saying? Joining Fr. Chris Alar as he explains what the Diaconate is, who St. Stephen was, and why we celebrate his feast day on December 26. To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faith or listen on DivineMercyPlus.org. Discover more about the

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48:03

The Amazing Story of Mary, the "Star of the Sea"

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/12/08

St. Faustina was taken to Purgatory and said the souls call Mary "Star of the Sea." Why? Why has Mary been called this title for over 1,000 years? What is the meaning of it and why does it matter to us today? Hear Fr. Chris Alar tell the very interesting story.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our MinistriesTo access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithFair Use Policy

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81:30

How To Save Your Family: The Importance of Family...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/11/30

Satan's attack is based on two things: Bringing down the Church and the family. It is critical, especially today, to know and understand how to defend our families from these attacks. Fr. Chris Alar explains what the family is, how to know each person's role, and then leads you in a consecration of your family. There are many consecrations out there today (to the Holy Spirit, to Mary, to Joseph, etc.) but this is the one that brings it all together. Discover more about the Catholic faith on

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80:22

Moses and Jesus: The Meaning of the 10 Plagues

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/11/09

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46:38

Our Lady of Good Remedy: Fix Your Problems -...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/11/03

With Christian persecution and modern-day slavery around the world, we are morally obligated to do something about it. At the same time, we are enslaved ourselves to addiction and sin. Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain the "remedy" to both.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our Ministries!Fair Use PolicyAre you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for

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87:39

Summary of the Bible & How to Read It - Explaining...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/09/14

Who wrote the Bible? What is in it? When was it written? Where was it written? Why was it written? How do you read it? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he easily explains all you need to know to change your life through Holy Scripture.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our Ministries Access our weekly podcast: Explaining the Faith, or go to your preferred podcasting platform and search.Fair Use PolicyAre you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more

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81:31

Mary's 10 Virtues in the Bible: You Will Get to...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/08/17

Where is Mary in the Bible? Here are the virtues we need to get to Heaven, all shown by Mary in the Bible. Also, learn about the amazing video taken personally by Fr. Chris Alar showing the evidence of Mary's intercession. To watch "Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar," visit Divine Mercy Plus! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus. Support Our Ministries.Fair Use PolicyAre you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the

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71:33

St. Philomena: The Only Saint to Ever Have This!

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/08/12

One of the most beloved saints from antiquity is St. Philomena. With some of the most amazing miracles ever known, numerous popes and saints have invoked her intercession, but did she really exist? What do we know about her and why is she so important? Fr. Chris Alar explains. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey

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50:00

Our Lady of Czestochowa & the Black Madonnas:...

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/08/03

We have all seen images of Mary, but why are some black? And what is the miraculous story of Our Lady of Czestochowa and why do we need to know about it? Fr. Chris Alar answers these questions and more.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our Ministries!Fair Use PolicyAre you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will

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87:56

Is SSPX in Schism?

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/07/30

Many are (rightfully so) frustrated with the lack of reverence and adherence to doctrine at some Catholic Masses today. However, is SSPX (Society of St. Pius X) founded by Archbishop Lefebvre the answer? Can a Catholic validly attend one of their Masses or receive their sacraments? Are they in schism or not? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain this as well as other Ecclesiae Dei communities such as Fraternal Society of St. Peter (FSSP) and the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest

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90:22

Most Important Virtues to Get to Heaven

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/07/23

How to Get to Heaven? Answer: Grace. But we HAVE to cooperate with that grace. And how we do is by living the virtues. Among all the virtues, what are the most important? Hear Fr. Chris explain the Cardinal Virtues of Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance as well as the Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Love.Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching,

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64:06

Brown Scapular: Mt. Carmel & Fatima

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/07/15

The Brown Scapular is one of the most highly recommended Marian devotions of all time. Do Christians have to wear it? What does it mean and what promises are given from Heaven for those who do? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain the brown scapular and what was said at Fatima about it. Did Fatima require it? Find out...Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content

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48:21

Our Lady Undoer of Knots

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar ·

2024/07/08

There are many devotions and titles for Mary, but perhaps one of the most powerful is "Undoer of Knots." This devotion has worked in Fr. Chris' life more than any other and he will share with you the history and meaning of this important aid given to us by Jesus through His mother.Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your

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