VOX SFX
Welcome to VOX SFX, a podcast which aims to explore the rich history and traditions of the Catholic Church over the last two thousand years. This podcast is designed to educate those who might not know much about the Church, and to those members of the faithful who may be unaware of the significance of our symbolism and ritual. Through study and interviews, we hope to share this vivid saga of antiquity with a new generation of listeners.
Episodes
It is hard to imagine Christianity without the prophets of old. They correct us when we've gone astray and speak to God on our behalf. Most importantly, they point to the coming of our Savior. Their words ring true throughout the ages, touching our hearts and guiding us even today. Many women also had the role of a prophet, though their contributions of often tragically overlooked. Fr Victor Cancino joins Nicholas to delv...
One of the core Catholic experiences is participation in the Rite of Reconciliation, commonly known as Confession. We reflect on where we have fallen short of God's expectations and bring this to a priest who serves as Christ's messenger of absolution. Beyond the rote recitation of sins, it is an invitation to go deeper into our own nature with the intent of not just identifying our sins, but working through the root ca...
The Summa Theologica is a masterpiece in the Catholic lexicon. St. Thomas Aquinas beautifully lays out a logical way of understanding God and our faith. Our episode today specifically concerns his proofs of the existence of God. Using human reasoning and our understanding of the world around us, St. Thomas expertly explains this deepest of mysteries. To help us understand these concepts better, Fr. Hightower has joined Nicholas...
In 2022, St Francis Xavier Parish was blessed by the arrival of Father Paul Cochran. In his time here he has proven vital to our community. Whether delivering moving homilies or mentoring the faithful, his service to this parish has earned him the love of its congregation. The path that brought him to us is a fascinating one, full of lessons and inspiration. In this episode, Nicholas has the honor of sitting down with this wond...
Throughout history, the Holy Spirit has moved our faith to greater understanding of God's remit for us. As our society has evolved over the last century, the ways in which women participate in and shape our faith have expanded and become more prominent. From the heroines of the Old Testament to the devoted disciples of Christ, women have walked with the Spirit in a myriad of ways. In this episode, Fr Pat Conroy sits down w...
Catholicism has a deep tradition of faith and science, but scientific approaches rarely allow for the role of God in our observations of the physical universe. Fr Ed Kohler proposes a new paradigm to unify hard science with our understanding of God's creation. Part theology, part physics, Divine Mechanics provide a bridge between the two.
Further explorations of the world of Divine Mechanics can be found at Fr Kohler's...
1.4 billion voices lifted in joy on May 8th when the announcement rang out: Habemus Papam! Though his Papacy is only just taking form, we can see much of the character of Leo XIV in his Augustinian charism, his missionary work in the world, and his cardinalate. The name Leo also has great historic significance that gives us a vision of his hopes for our future. Fr Hightower joins us to give some opening analysis and impressions ...
Early on Easter Monday in the Jubilee Year 2025, Pope Francis went home to the Lord. His legacy is sure to be one of compassion and humanity, always focusing on and lifting up the voices of the poor and disenfranchised, in the spirit of the Jesuit charism of drawing in the people of God rather than hiding behind a veil of clericalism. The first Pope from the Americas, as well as the first Pope from the Jesuit order, Francis broug...
Easter is more than just a single day. True, one Sunday a year we dedicate our joy to our risen Lord, but the Easter Season continues for the next 40 (+10) days. During this time, we are invited to reflect on what Jesus was trying to teach his disciples after his resurrection, to transform them from followers into true missionaries. In contemplating this within the context of our own lives, we can better live out the Gospel mess...
The third day of the Eucharistic Congress for the Diocese of Helena culminates with a Mass at the Cathedral of St. Helena, a Eucharistic Procession to Carroll College, and a Benediction at All Saints Chapel. Our Eucharistic Congress commentary is capped off by an interview with Dr. Hannah Hemphill, Assistant Professor of Catholic Studies at Carroll, where we explore the origins and evolution of Eucharistic theology.
The second day of the Eucharistic Congress was by far the most busy. From sun up to sun down there were both general presentations and more in-depth explorations concerning all manner of topics around the Eucharist. The first of our interviews features Brooke, a high-schooler from Helena who shares with us a touching and inspirational story of conversion. The second interview is with Dr. Charles Camosy, a professor and bio-ethic...
In our first episode covering the Eucharistic Congress for the Diocese of Helena, we set the stage for the upcoming days. Alex Kautzky, the Diocese of Helena's Director of Pro Life, Faith, and Evangelization and one of the main organizers for this event, brings us through the preparations for an event of this scale and the Diocese's faith formation mission. Dr. John Ries, Professor of Theology at Carroll College and one...
It is time once again for the Novena of Grace here at St. Francis Xavier Parish. This year's presenter is Dr. Katherine Greiner, an Associate Professor of Theology at Carroll College in Helena, MT. Her topic is the Poverty of Spirit spoken of in Matthew 25, specifically the need for God's presence and support in our lives. Nicholas sits down with Dr. Greiner to discuss this commonly misunderstood teaching of Jesus.
In this episode we cultivate a deeper understanding of gratitude, patience, temperance, and diligence. Fr Cochran joins Nicholas for the second half of our discussion regarding the Seven Heavenly Virtues.
When deciding how to engage with others, we take as inspiration the virtues laid out for us by our faith. Virtue is integral to the practice of the Christian faith, and it is our responsibility to cultivate it through moral discernment. We do so not only to practice good deeds, but to avoid falling into sin. Father Cochran joins us to explore the first of our Heavenly Virtues, and the roots of the mortal sins they help us overco...
A Jubilee Year are special times in the calendar of the Catholic Church. With its origins in the celebration prescribed by God in the Old Testament book of Leviticus, it invites us to contemplate God's love and grace, seek redemption from our sins, and be a sign of God's mercy to those around us. Shai Hill joins us to talk about the opportunities we can take to deepen our faith during the 2025 Jubilee Year.
We continue our exploration of the seven Sacraments of the Catholic faith by looking into the Sacraments of Service: Reconciliation, Anointing, and the vocations of holy orders and marriage. These sacraments invite us to open our hearts to the will of God by intimately sharing with one another our inmost frailty and strength. They represent our continuing and evolving relationship with the Church, God, and each other. Fr. Highto...
Rituals and rites define all faith communities, and Catholics have seven specific Sacraments which we experience throughout our faith journey. These Sacraments are designed to bring us closer to God and each other, to live out Christ's mission and vision for us, and to renew our dedication to the ideals of Holy Mother Church. Fr Hightower joins us to introduce the first set of these Sacraments that shape and inform Catholic ...
It is National Catholic Schools Week! Our Catholic schools offer a unique and essential educational paradigm in today's increasingly secular society. As well as instilling our young people with Christian values, Catholic schools seek to create productive and educated citizens who are able to carry out the Gospel message in a practical and tangible way. Dr Tom Noonan joins us for this special episode celebrating Missoula Cath...
God calls all of us into his service, for his glory and for our wellbeing. Sometimes it can be hard to know what we are called to do. Are we called to participate in religious life? Do we best serve by entering into the sacrament of marriage and raising a family? These questions must be answered with a sober and purposeful mind. Fr Daniel Nevares helps us to understand the process of vocational discernment.
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