https://simplecast.com A Catholic Commentary on the Chosen Catholic Commentary on The Chosen helps Catholics engage with the immensely popular TV series depicting the life of Christ. Using the fullness of the faith and authentic Catholic imagination, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger help Catholics approach Scripture, creative license, and more in The Chosen. en Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0000 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 18:36:38 +0000 https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com A Catholic Commentary on the Chosen https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/1f34450c-6b73-49e0-987d-a7a5686692d2/e8713cc6-29cf-4f74-ad12-e458be8395c9/3000x3000/ccotc-podcastartboard-1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com episodic Catholic Commentary on The Chosen helps Catholics engage with the immensely popular TV series depicting the life of Christ. Using the fullness of the faith and authentic Catholic imagination, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger help Catholics approach Scripture, creative license, and more in The Chosen. Augustine Institute false https://feeds.simplecast.com/Xz_77crD Augustine Institute technology@augustineinstitute.org f210cee8-6ae0-4aba-8f66-7ae7d99ad50f The Chosen S3 Ep 8: Sustenance Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss the last episode of Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the scriptural and Jewish tradition of the queen mother, The Chosen's depiction of the Pharisees, and the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist.

 

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]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s3-ep-8-sustenance-x4v02bDC Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss the last episode of Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the scriptural and Jewish tradition of the queen mother, The Chosen's depiction of the Pharisees, and the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 8: Sustenance Augustine Institute 00:48:43 Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss the last episode of Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the scriptural and Jewish tradition of the queen mother, The Chosen's depiction of the Pharisees, and the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist. Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss the last episode of Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the scriptural and Jewish tradition of the queen mother, The Chosen's depiction of the Pharisees, and the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist. false full 7 3 c958e01c-56fb-43fe-a11b-72eef9a1c7c2 The Chosen S3 Ep 7: Ears to Hear Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they unpack the historical background of the Decapolis, the depiction of the apostles struggling to understand Jesus' words, and the tradition of John as the beloved disciple.

 

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]]> Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s3-ep-7-ears-to-hear-qq_fyCKd Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they unpack the historical background of the Decapolis, the depiction of the apostles struggling to understand Jesus' words, and the tradition of John as the beloved disciple.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 7: Ears to Hear Augustine Institute 00:43:32 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they unpack the historical background of the Decapolis, the depiction of the apostles struggling to understand Jesus' words, and the tradition of John as the beloved disciple. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they unpack the historical background of the Decapolis, the depiction of the apostles struggling to understand Jesus' words, and the tradition of John as the beloved disciple. false full 7 3 994de772-dd82-4ce8-92ca-653b6b3d0db1 The Chosen S3 Ep 6: Intensity in Tent City Sit down with Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the show's increasingly complex narrative and how it portrays the complexities of discipleship.

 

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]]> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s3-ep-6-intensity-in-tent-city-c9f4gnFJ Sit down with Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the show's increasingly complex narrative and how it portrays the complexities of discipleship.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 6: Intensity in Tent City Augustine Institute 00:37:16 Sit down with Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the show's increasingly complex narrative and how it portrays the complexities of discipleship. Sit down with Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they continue discussing Season 3 of The Chosen. In this episode, they consider the show's increasingly complex narrative and how it portrays the complexities of discipleship. false full 6 3 6aac3435-3d1d-4895-b007-9d0c59112761 The Chosen S3 Ep 5: Clean, Part 2 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of "Clean, Part 2", highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 5: Clean, Part 2 Augustine Institute 00:37:54 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of "Clean, Part 2", highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of "Clean, Part 2", highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life. false full 5 3 ba900e25-d0b1-448e-9910-59276c6ed627 The Chosen S3 Ep 4: Clean, Part 1 The Chosen depicts two powerful miracles in "Clean, Part 1": the healing of the woman with the flow of blood and the raising of Jairus' daughter. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger for another episode of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen. In this episode, they discuss ways The Chosen draws on Catholic tradition, the cost of discipleship, and the relationship between faith and reason.

 

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]]> Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s3-ep-4-clean-part-1-AFEG3N7R The Chosen depicts two powerful miracles in "Clean, Part 1": the healing of the woman with the flow of blood and the raising of Jairus' daughter. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger for another episode of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen. In this episode, they discuss ways The Chosen draws on Catholic tradition, the cost of discipleship, and the relationship between faith and reason.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 4: Clean, Part 1 Augustine Institute 00:37:57 The Chosen depicts two powerful miracles in "Clean, Part 1": the healing of the woman with the flow of blood and the raising of Jairus' daughter. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger for another episode of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen. In this episode, they discuss ways The Chosen draws on Catholic tradition, the cost of discipleship, and the relationship between faith and reason. The Chosen depicts two powerful miracles in "Clean, Part 1": the healing of the woman with the flow of blood and the raising of Jairus' daughter. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger for another episode of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen. In this episode, they discuss ways The Chosen draws on Catholic tradition, the cost of discipleship, and the relationship between faith and reason. false full 4 3 64933efc-c172-4f2f-8058-94bb18e8a53b The Chosen S3 Ep 3: Physician, Heal Yourself Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger are back to discuss Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Chosen: "Physician, Heal Yourself." In this episode, they discuss Jesus' return to Nazareth, the challenges of portraying the Son of God in media, Jesus' authoritative display in the synagogue, and his miraculous escape from danger.

 

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]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s3-ep-3-physician-heal-yourself-zcdpxiwh Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger are back to discuss Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Chosen: "Physician, Heal Yourself." In this episode, they discuss Jesus' return to Nazareth, the challenges of portraying the Son of God in media, Jesus' authoritative display in the synagogue, and his miraculous escape from danger.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 3: Physician, Heal Yourself Augustine Institute 00:41:09 Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger are back to discuss Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Chosen: "Physician, Heal Yourself." In this episode, they discuss Jesus' return to Nazareth, the challenges of portraying the Son of God in media, Jesus' authoritative display in the synagogue, and his miraculous escape from danger. Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger are back to discuss Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Chosen: "Physician, Heal Yourself." In this episode, they discuss Jesus' return to Nazareth, the challenges of portraying the Son of God in media, Jesus' authoritative display in the synagogue, and his miraculous escape from danger. false full 3 3 70074b69-35c6-4f01-98d1-eabfb2cfc2e6 The Chosen S3 Ep 2: Two by Two In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger explore Episode 2 of Season 3: "Two by Two." They consider the real consequences that following Jesus entails, how Jesus calls his disciples in spite of and because of their pasts, and how suffering can glorify God when it is transformed by grace.

 

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]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s3-ep-2-two-by-two-iKtC4VJ7 In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger explore Episode 2 of Season 3: "Two by Two." They consider the real consequences that following Jesus entails, how Jesus calls his disciples in spite of and because of their pasts, and how suffering can glorify God when it is transformed by grace.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 2: Two by Two Augustine Institute 00:44:06 In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger explore Episode 2 of Season 3: "Two by Two." They consider the real consequences that following Jesus entails, how Jesus calls his disciples in spite of and because of their pasts, and how suffering can glorify God when it is transformed by grace. In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger explore Episode 2 of Season 3: "Two by Two." They consider the real consequences that following Jesus entails, how Jesus calls his disciples in spite of and because of their pasts, and how suffering can glorify God when it is transformed by grace. false full 2 3 dcf9cfb4-5413-4aff-9ab8-614f673ffc22 The Chosen S3 Ep 1: Homecoming In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger dive into Season 3 of The Chosen and unpack its first episode: "Homecoming." Highlighting the episode's theological significance for Catholics, they reflect on The Chosen's interpretation of the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew's response, the mystery of evil, and the call of Judas.

 

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]]> Wed, 7 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s3-ep-1-homecoming-w1YoHyrE In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger dive into Season 3 of The Chosen and unpack its first episode: "Homecoming." Highlighting the episode's theological significance for Catholics, they reflect on The Chosen's interpretation of the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew's response, the mystery of evil, and the call of Judas.

 

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]]> The Chosen S3 Ep 1: Homecoming Augustine Institute 00:42:33 In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger dive into Season 3 of The Chosen and unpack its first episode: "Homecoming." Highlighting the episode's theological significance for Catholics, they reflect on The Chosen's interpretation of the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew's response, the mystery of evil, and the call of Judas. In this episode, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger dive into Season 3 of The Chosen and unpack its first episode: "Homecoming." Highlighting the episode's theological significance for Catholics, they reflect on The Chosen's interpretation of the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew's response, the mystery of evil, and the call of Judas. false full 1 3 5f261113-becc-4c14-bd84-c1ea1a119ec5 The Chosen S2 Ep 8: Beyond Mountains Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Beyond Mountains,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life. 

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 8: Beyond Mountains Augustine Institute 00:45:09 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Beyond Mountains,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.  Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Beyond Mountains,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.  false full 8 2 e9ad2636-5eaa-4dfe-9d77-d9da0f81b5a4 The Chosen S2 Ep 7: Reckoning Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Reckoning,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 7: Reckoning Augustine Institute 00:43:17 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Reckoning,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Reckoning,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life. false full 7 2 bb90f74e-b542-4a5c-a831-626023722382 The Chosen S2 Ep 6: Unlawful Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Unlawful,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

 

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]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s2-ep-6-the-perfect-opportunity-flEv6Fqq Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Unlawful,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 6: Unlawful Augustine Institute 00:46:55 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Unlawful,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “Unlawful,” highlighting the ways The Chosen brings biblical events to life. false full 6 2 900197c9-2423-4ee2-877c-92e7cf333ef0 The Chosen S2 Ep 5: The Perfect Opportunity Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of Season 2 Episode 5, “Spirit”, highlighting how The Chosen brings John 5 to life.

 

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]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s2-ep-5-the-perfect-opportunity-HPOVlGha Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of Season 2 Episode 5, “Spirit”, highlighting how The Chosen brings John 5 to life.

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 5: The Perfect Opportunity Augustine Institute 00:48:19 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of Season 2 Episode 5, “Spirit”, highlighting how The Chosen brings John 5 to life. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of Season 2 Episode 5, “Spirit”, highlighting how The Chosen brings John 5 to life. false full 5 2 e46b26cd-3859-4b77-ac28-84f87ec8f248 The Chosen S2 Ep 4: The Perfect Opportunity Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “The Perfect Opportunity,” highlighting how The Chosen brings biblical events to life.

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 4: The Perfect Opportunity Augustine Institute 00:40:12 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “The Perfect Opportunity,” highlighting how The Chosen brings biblical events to life. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they unpack the Catholic and scriptural roots of “The Perfect Opportunity,” highlighting how The Chosen brings biblical events to life. false full 4 2 9cece98f-0500-4b16-ac96-e1ca7ae74dee The Chosen S2 Ep 3: Matthew 4:24 Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss Episode 3 of The Chosen Season 2: “Matthew 4:24”. They highlight its depiction of Mary, recommend Scripture verses to pray with, and comment on the portrayal of Christ's humanity.

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 3: Matthew 4:24 Augustine Institute 00:53:38 Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss Episode 3 of The Chosen Season 2: “Matthew 4:24”. They highlight its depiction of Mary, recommend Scripture verses to pray with, and comment on the portrayal of Christ's humanity. Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger discuss Episode 3 of The Chosen Season 2: “Matthew 4:24”. They highlight its depiction of Mary, recommend Scripture verses to pray with, and comment on the portrayal of Christ's humanity. false full 3 2 cbeb1bff-ab70-4c20-b313-283e495627f1 The Chosen S2 Ep 2: I Saw You Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they explore the second episode of Season 2 of The Chosen: “I Saw You”. In this episode, they discuss St. Nathaniel, St. Philip, and the way our pasts shape the way we follow Christ.

 

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]]> Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s2-ep-2-i-saw-you-pUYdUy91 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they explore the second episode of Season 2 of The Chosen: “I Saw You”. In this episode, they discuss St. Nathaniel, St. Philip, and the way our pasts shape the way we follow Christ.

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 2: I Saw You Augustine Institute 00:38:22 Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they explore the second episode of Season 2 of The Chosen: “I Saw You”. In this episode, they discuss St. Nathaniel, St. Philip, and the way our pasts shape the way we follow Christ. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they explore the second episode of Season 2 of The Chosen: “I Saw You”. In this episode, they discuss St. Nathaniel, St. Philip, and the way our pasts shape the way we follow Christ. false full 2 2 04d319ce-4eb7-47ac-95d2-c35c67fce56e The Chosen S2 Ep 1: Thunder In the premiere of Season 2 of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger explore “Thunder,” the first episode of Season 2 of The Chosen. In this discussion, they comment on how The Chosen weaves together the different Gospel accounts, the composition of the Gospels, and the relationship between John and Mary.

 

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]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-chosen-s2-ep-1-thunder-HXh6yzaL In the premiere of Season 2 of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger explore “Thunder,” the first episode of Season 2 of The Chosen. In this discussion, they comment on how The Chosen weaves together the different Gospel accounts, the composition of the Gospels, and the relationship between John and Mary.

 

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]]> The Chosen S2 Ep 1: Thunder Augustine Institute 00:44:09 In the premiere of Season 2 of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger explore “Thunder,” the first episode of Season 2 of The Chosen. In this discussion, they comment on how The Chosen weaves together the different Gospel accounts, the composition of the Gospels, and the relationship between John and Mary. In the premiere of Season 2 of Catholic Commentary on The Chosen, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger explore “Thunder,” the first episode of Season 2 of The Chosen. In this discussion, they comment on how The Chosen weaves together the different Gospel accounts, the composition of the Gospels, and the relationship between John and Mary. false full 1 2 bc64788f-e2f9-4e27-8966-b153565e9e9c Mary's Labor: What Does Catholic Tradition Have to Say? Catholics and Protestants believe different things about Mary's labor. These differences can lead to varying presentations of the birth of Jesus in popular movies and shows. Join Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber as they explain the Catholic Church's understanding of Mary's labor and the birth of Jesus Christ.

 

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]]> Wed, 5 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/marys-labor-what-does-catholic-tradition-have-to-say-s5yrxe35 Catholics and Protestants believe different things about Mary's labor. These differences can lead to varying presentations of the birth of Jesus in popular movies and shows. Join Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber as they explain the Catholic Church's understanding of Mary's labor and the birth of Jesus Christ.

 

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]]> Mary's Labor: What Does Catholic Tradition Have to Say? Augustine Institute 00:23:47 Catholics and Protestants believe different things about Mary's labor. These differences can lead to varying presentations of the birth of Jesus in popular movies and shows. Join Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber as they explain the Catholic Church's understanding of Mary's labor and the birth of Jesus Christ. Catholics and Protestants believe different things about Mary's labor. These differences can lead to varying presentations of the birth of Jesus in popular movies and shows. Join Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber as they explain the Catholic Church's understanding of Mary's labor and the birth of Jesus Christ. false full 10 1 f74b87b5-7215-46c9-9646-5096baf1ecb7 The Chosen S1 Ep 8: I Am He As Season 1 of Catholic Commentary comes to a close, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger offer their thoughts on the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law, Jesus’ title as the “Son of Man,” and The Chosen’s presentation of Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. 

 

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]]> Wed, 29 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/i-am-he-M8hr9hU4 As Season 1 of Catholic Commentary comes to a close, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger offer their thoughts on the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law, Jesus’ title as the “Son of Man,” and The Chosen’s presentation of Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. 

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 8: I Am He Augustine Institute 00:41:20 As Season 1 of Catholic Commentary comes to a close, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger offer their thoughts on the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law, Jesus’ title as the “Son of Man,” and The Chosen’s presentation of Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well.  As Season 1 of Catholic Commentary comes to a close, Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger offer their thoughts on the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law, Jesus’ title as the “Son of Man,” and The Chosen’s presentation of Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well.  false full 9 1 a69d6d63-2885-41cd-9e0e-430d2c288613 The Chosen S1 Ep 7: Invitations In "Invitations," The Chosen explores the relationship between faith and reason, especially in Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus. Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger comment on this scene and the touching moment when Matthew decides to leave everything and follow Jesus. 

 

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]]> Wed, 22 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/invitations-xshok3VM In "Invitations," The Chosen explores the relationship between faith and reason, especially in Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus. Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger comment on this scene and the touching moment when Matthew decides to leave everything and follow Jesus. 

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 7: Invitations Augustine Institute 00:38:56 In "Invitations," The Chosen explores the relationship between faith and reason, especially in Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus. Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger comment on this scene and the touching moment when Matthew decides to leave everything and follow Jesus. In "Invitations," The Chosen explores the relationship between faith and reason, especially in Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus. Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger comment on this scene and the touching moment when Matthew decides to leave everything and follow Jesus. false full 8 1 645158a1-f456-47bc-a5d4-5d82d7075c13 The Chosen S1 Ep 6: Indescribable Compassion In "Indescribable Compassion," Episode 6 of The Chosen, the healing of the leper and the paralytic is beautifully recounted. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they comment on this episode, highlighting the parts they found incredibly touching and the questions for self-reflection that this episode raised.

 

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]]> Wed, 15 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/indescribable-compassion-vP1zD5ng In "Indescribable Compassion," Episode 6 of The Chosen, the healing of the leper and the paralytic is beautifully recounted. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they comment on this episode, highlighting the parts they found incredibly touching and the questions for self-reflection that this episode raised.

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 6: Indescribable Compassion Augustine Institute 00:44:47 In "Indescribable Compassion," Episode 6 of The Chosen, the healing of the leper and the paralytic is beautifully recounted. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they comment on this episode, highlighting the parts they found incredibly touching and the questions for self-reflection that this episode raised. In "Indescribable Compassion," Episode 6 of The Chosen, the healing of the leper and the paralytic is beautifully recounted. Join Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they comment on this episode, highlighting the parts they found incredibly touching and the questions for self-reflection that this episode raised. false full 7 1 847d017b-da27-43d3-bb48-00cd58123e7b The Chosen S1 Ep 5: The Wedding Gift This Catholic Commentary episode examines two stories contained in the Gospels: the Finding of Jesus in the Temple (Lk 2:41-52) and the Wedding Feast at Cana (Jn 2:1-12). In particular, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger discuss the maternal depiction of Mary as intercessor found in The Chosen, the ramifications of Jesus’ first public miracle on his life, whether or not Jesus had other siblings, and many other scenes in Episode 5 of The Chosen.

 

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]]> Wed, 8 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-wedding-gift-pbX7Mldn This Catholic Commentary episode examines two stories contained in the Gospels: the Finding of Jesus in the Temple (Lk 2:41-52) and the Wedding Feast at Cana (Jn 2:1-12). In particular, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger discuss the maternal depiction of Mary as intercessor found in The Chosen, the ramifications of Jesus’ first public miracle on his life, whether or not Jesus had other siblings, and many other scenes in Episode 5 of The Chosen.

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 5: The Wedding Gift Augustine Institute 00:41:23 This Catholic Commentary episode examines two stories contained in the Gospels: the Finding of Jesus in the Temple (Lk 2:41-52) and the Wedding Feast at Cana (Jn 2:1-12). In particular, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger discuss the maternal depiction of Mary as intercessor found in The Chosen, the ramifications of Jesus’ first public miracle on his life, whether or not Jesus had other siblings, and many other scenes in Episode 5 of The Chosen. This Catholic Commentary episode examines two stories contained in the Gospels: the Finding of Jesus in the Temple (Lk 2:41-52) and the Wedding Feast at Cana (Jn 2:1-12). In particular, Dr. Barber and Dr. Hefelfinger discuss the maternal depiction of Mary as intercessor found in The Chosen, the ramifications of Jesus’ first public miracle on his life, whether or not Jesus had other siblings, and many other scenes in Episode 5 of The Chosen. false full 6 1 122edecb-3971-485f-8721-f874459a60dd The Chosen S1 Ep 4: The Rock On Which It Is Built In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the fourth episode of The Chosen, "The Rock On Which It Is Built." They unpack Peter’s conversion, the history of the Jewish people and their hope for reunification, and their joy at the depiction of the miraculous catch of fish.

 

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]]> Wed, 1 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/the-rock-on-which-it-is-built-6yCRWSG0 In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the fourth episode of The Chosen, "The Rock On Which It Is Built." They unpack Peter’s conversion, the history of the Jewish people and their hope for reunification, and their joy at the depiction of the miraculous catch of fish.

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 4: The Rock On Which It Is Built Augustine Institute 00:43:38 In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the fourth episode of The Chosen, "The Rock On Which It Is Built." They unpack Peter’s conversion, the history of the Jewish people and their hope for reunification, and their joy at the depiction of the miraculous catch of fish. In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the fourth episode of The Chosen, "The Rock On Which It Is Built." They unpack Peter’s conversion, the history of the Jewish people and their hope for reunification, and their joy at the depiction of the miraculous catch of fish. false full 5 1 ca99d2f7-9ecb-421f-a159-09e8ea3d989c The Chosen S1 Ep 3: Jesus Loves the Little Children In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the third episode of The Chosen, "Jesus Loves the Little Children." They examine the episode's title, the place of children in the Kingdom of God, and prayer in Jewish and Christian traditions.

 

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]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/jesus-loves-the-little-children-rDloLVp0 In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the third episode of The Chosen, "Jesus Loves the Little Children." They examine the episode's title, the place of children in the Kingdom of God, and prayer in Jewish and Christian traditions.

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 3: Jesus Loves the Little Children Augustine Institute 00:48:11 In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the third episode of The Chosen, "Jesus Loves the Little Children." They examine the episode's title, the place of children in the Kingdom of God, and prayer in Jewish and Christian traditions. In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber comment on the third episode of The Chosen, "Jesus Loves the Little Children." They examine the episode's title, the place of children in the Kingdom of God, and prayer in Jewish and Christian traditions. false full 4 1 f4d4a6f9-7fa4-40cc-8e18-c04fd9548961 The Chosen S1 Ep 2: Shabbat This episode discusses the second episode of The Chosen, "Shabbat," examining the Jewish beliefs and practices behind the Sabbath celebration and the characters Peter and Matthew.

 

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]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/shabbat-cFLniPWp This episode discusses the second episode of The Chosen, "Shabbat," examining the Jewish beliefs and practices behind the Sabbath celebration and the characters Peter and Matthew.

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 2: Shabbat Augustine Institute 00:45:53 This episode discusses the second episode of The Chosen, "Shabbat," examining the Jewish beliefs and practices behind the Sabbath celebration and the characters Peter and Matthew. This episode discusses the second episode of The Chosen, "Shabbat," examining the Jewish beliefs and practices behind the Sabbath celebration and the characters Peter and Matthew. false full 3 1 d6de2fb6-115a-43c5-bdd5-e154d134d202 The Chosen S1 Ep 1: I Have Called You By Name In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber unpack Episode 1 of The Chosen, "I Have Called You By Name." They discuss the theological importance of names, the archeological remains of Magdala, and the Scriptural roots of the episode.

 

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]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/i-have-called-you-by-name-It0N3UUb In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber unpack Episode 1 of The Chosen, "I Have Called You By Name." They discuss the theological importance of names, the archeological remains of Magdala, and the Scriptural roots of the episode.

 

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]]> The Chosen S1 Ep 1: I Have Called You By Name Augustine Institute 00:38:50 In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber unpack Episode 1 of The Chosen, "I Have Called You By Name." They discuss the theological importance of names, the archeological remains of Magdala, and the Scriptural roots of the episode. In this episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber unpack Episode 1 of The Chosen, "I Have Called You By Name." They discuss the theological importance of names, the archeological remains of Magdala, and the Scriptural roots of the episode. false full 2 1 a100cd23-9bd8-4c31-a42b-c3121789e1c5 Introducing the Catholic Commentary on the Chosen In this introductory episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber explain their initial attitudes toward The Chosen, ground The Chosen’s creative license in portraying the life of Christ in the teaching of the Catholic Church and Scripture, and discuss the historical context in which the Gospels were written.

 

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]]> Wed, 3 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000 technology@augustineinstitute.org (Augustine Institute) https://a-catholic-commentary-on-the-chosen.simplecast.com/episodes/introduction-JeoPt3DV In this introductory episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber explain their initial attitudes toward The Chosen, ground The Chosen’s creative license in portraying the life of Christ in the teaching of the Catholic Church and Scripture, and discuss the historical context in which the Gospels were written.

 

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]]> Introducing the Catholic Commentary on the Chosen Augustine Institute 00:30:01 In this introductory episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber explain their initial attitudes toward The Chosen, ground The Chosen’s creative license in portraying the life of Christ in the teaching of the Catholic Church and Scripture, and discuss the historical context in which the Gospels were written. In this introductory episode, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber explain their initial attitudes toward The Chosen, ground The Chosen’s creative license in portraying the life of Christ in the teaching of the Catholic Church and Scripture, and discuss the historical context in which the Gospels were written. false full 1 1