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Saints and Skeptics

Saints and Skeptics

Written by: Joseph Raphael Pascal
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 What if doubt isn’t the enemy of faith, but the doorway to deeper understanding? Saints and Skeptics takes you beyond surface-level answers into thoughtful conversations at the crossroads of Catholicism, history, philosophy, and real-world skepticism. Whether you believe, question, or wrestle with both, this is the podcast that isn’t afraid to tackle what others avoid.Copyright Joseph Raphael Pascal Spirituality
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  • [Prayer Series] Daily Rosary: The Joyful Mysteries

    [Prayer Series] Daily Rosary: The Joyful Mysteries
    Nov 20 2025
    Saints & Skeptics Prayer Series - The Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary - The Joyful Mysteries (Mondays & Saturdays)

    The rosary is a Marian prayer that depicts the biblical life of Jesus. The word "rosary" derives from the Latin word "rosarium", meaning a garden of roses. Tradition tells us that Our lady appeared to St. Dominic while he prayed in the forest. "My son", the Queen of Heaven said, "prayer and penance are the only way to win souls".

    The Rosary is a deeply meditative Catholic prayer that reflects on key events in the life of Jesus Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary. These events are organized into four sets of "mysteries": the Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and Luminous Mysteries. Each set contains five individual mysteries (or events), making a total of 20. These mysteries are not just historical events but theological meditations meant to lead the faithful into a deeper relationship with Christ.

    The Joyful Mysteries reflect on the joyful events surrounding the Incarnation of Jesus.These mysteries show how God's plan unfolds through humble, obedient human cooperation, especially in Mary. They are prayed on Mondays, Saturdays, and Sundays during Advent.
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    16 mins
  • [Prayer Series] Daily Rosary: The Luminous Mysteries

    [Prayer Series] Daily Rosary: The Luminous Mysteries
    Nov 13 2025
    Saints & Skeptics Prayer Series - The Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary - The Luminous Mysteries (Thursdays)

    The rosary is a Marian prayer that depicts the biblical life of Jesus. The word "rosary" derives from the Latin word "rosarium", meaning a garden of roses. Tradition tells us that Our lady appeared to St. Dominic while he prayed in the forest. "My son", the Queen of Heaven said, "prayer and penance are the only way to win souls".

    The Rosary is a deeply meditative Catholic prayer that reflects on key events in the life of Jesus Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary. These events are organized into four sets of "mysteries": the Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and Luminous Mysteries. Each set contains five individual mysteries (or events), making a total of 20. These mysteries are not just historical events but theological meditations meant to lead the faithful into a deeper relationship with Christ.

    The Luminous Mysteries highlight Christ’s public ministry and illuminate how Christ revealed himself and the Father, inviting us into the life of grace. These mysteries and are prayed on Thursdays.
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    15 mins
  • [Prayer Series] Daily Rosary: The Sorrowful Mysteries

    [Prayer Series] Daily Rosary: The Sorrowful Mysteries
    Oct 31 2025
    Saints & Skeptics Prayer Series - The Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary - The Sorrowful Mysteries (Tuesdays & Fridays)


    The rosary is a Marian prayer that depicts the biblical life of Jesus. The word "rosary" derives from the Latin word "rosarium", meaning a garden of roses. Tradition tells us that Our lady appeared to St. Dominic while he prayed in the forest. "My son", the Queen of Heaven said, "prayer and penance are the only way to win souls".


    The Rosary is a deeply meditative Catholic prayer that reflects on key events in the life of Jesus Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary. These events are organized into four sets of "mysteries": the Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and Luminous Mysteries. Each set contains five individual mysteries (or events), making a total of 20. These mysteries are not just historical events but theological meditations meant to lead the faithful into a deeper relationship with Christ.


    The Sorrowful Mysteries focus on the Passion and the suffering of Jesus. They are said on Tuesdays and Fridays (and Sundays during Lent).
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    14 mins
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