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Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar

The Marian Fathers 227 episodes Latest Jun 2, 2026

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.

Episodes

Why Now? Consecration of Nations to the Sacred Heart for the 250th Jun 11, 2026 3510 We have all heard about the Sacred Heart of Jesus, but do we really know what God asks of us through it? Do we understand the importance and how we as a single disciple can change the world? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain why the United States waited so long to Consecrate to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and how we can avoid being like France in being too late. 
The Visitation: Amazing & New! Jun 2, 2026 4163 We all know the story of the Visitation in the Gospel of Luke. But do you know the full meaning? What is the symbolism and literal interpretation by the Church Fathers? What is the Connection to the Book of Revelation? Is Mary the New Ark of the Covenant? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain with all new details about this amazing event in the Bible. 
The Two Pentecosts in the Bible & the 2nd Pentecost to Come! May 26, 2026 5040 We know about Pentecost and the Holy Spirit from the Bible in Acts 2, but do you know there were two Pentecosts in Scripture, including John 20? And what is the Second Pentecost still to come? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain all about Pentecost and some fascinating aspects of it that most people have never heard of. 
Amazing Story of St. Rita! The Saint of Impossible Cases May 18, 2026 4308 We all know the top saints who can help us with specific needs. But how about impossible cases? That would be the job for St. Rita. Make her your patron saint and find out how she can help you now. Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain her amazing story! 
The Angels and the Ascension: What We Didn't Know May 11, 2026 3157 Surprisingly, Fr. Chris Alar has never done a Saturday Talk on the Ascension of Jesus into Heaven. Join him now as he explains some fascinating facts that most of us do not know, including how the angels were involved! 
The Hidden Life of the Holy Family from the Mystics (PART 2) May 4, 2026 3066 In Part 2 of 2, what did the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary and Joseph) talk about and do but was not recorded in the Bible? How do we know this? Answer: from tradition and from the mystics such as Bl. Anne Catherine Emmerich, Ven. Mary of Agreda, St. Bridget of Sweden and St. Elizabeth of Schonau. Join Fr. Chris as he summarizes what these mystics have said about what happened within the Holy
The Hidden Life of the Holy Family from the Mystics (PART 1) Apr 27, 2026 3034 In Part 1 of 2, what did the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary and Joseph) talk about and do but was not recorded in the Bible? How do we know this? Answer: from tradition and from the mystics such as Bl. Anne Catherine Emmerich, Ven. Mary of Agreda, St. Bridget of Sweden and St. Elizabeth of Schonau. Join Fr. Chris as he summarizes what these mystics have said about what happened within the Holy
Most Popular Saint in the World After Mary & Joseph: St. George Apr 20, 2026 3902 Few people know that outside the United States, the most popular saint in the world is St. George! Why? Was the story of him slaying a dragon real? Why is he honored in Islam? Hear Fr. Chris Alar tell this incredible story of the saint you need to know more about, because the rest of the world does. 
Divine Mercy in the Liturgy: It's NOT Just a Devotion! Apr 13, 2026 2968 Divine Mercy is both a Message and a Devotion. As JPII and Pope Benedict stated, the message of Divine Mercy is NOT optional. It is the "nucleus of the Gospel" and an integral part of Christian life and prayer - not a secondary devotion. So in answer to all the criticism about St. Faustina and the devotional of Divine Mercy, Fr. Chris Alar explains where Divine is within the Mass: EVERYWH
Meaning of the Stations of the Cross: Learn a Quick Way to Pray! Apr 7, 2026 4754 We all know about the Stations of the Cross but many people don't pray them often because they are inconvenient to get to and take too long to pray. Join Fr. Chris Alar as he gives you a better understanding of why we pray the Stations, how to understand them better, and a new way to pray them quickly!
The Last Supper: A Summary of Its Meaning Mar 30, 2026 4394 What we know about the Last Supper comes from the Bible, but what is the significance and the theology behind what Christ did? What is the symbolism and the teaching that Christ wants us to learn? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he shares with us what he learned in seminary about the Last Supper and help you to understand it in a better way than ever before.
Complete Summary and Meaning of Palm Sunday Mar 23, 2026 2470 We all know about receiving palms on Passion Sunday, and we know we read the account of the Crucifixion at Mass, but what else is important about this day? What are the traditions of Christians for centuries that are still in place but have also been lost? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain.

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