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Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar

Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar

By: The Marian Fathers
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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.2024 Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the B.V.M. All rights reserved. Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • Most Popular Saint in the World After Mary & Joseph: St. George

    Most Popular Saint in the World After Mary & Joseph: St. George
    Apr 20 2026

    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.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Divine Mercy in the Liturgy: It's NOT Just a Devotion!

    Divine Mercy in the Liturgy: It's NOT Just a Devotion!
    Apr 13 2026

    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: EVERYWHERE!
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    49 mins
  • Meaning of the Stations of the Cross: Learn a Quick Way to Pray!

    Meaning of the Stations of the Cross: Learn a Quick Way to Pray!
    Apr 7 2026

    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!
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    1 hr and 19 mins
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love it! please please take it to heart the warning is real, God loves us

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I thank you Fr.Chris Alar for you dedication. You are very blessed and it encourages me to want to know more and your work is 5 stars.

Fr. Chris is awesome

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