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Mahon McCannFollowing the cross out of the meaning crisis Author: Raising the Cross
"Faith seeking understanding" Mahon McCann is an Irish philosophy Phd researcher and lecturer, specialising in ethics, philosophy of mind and digital technologies. He is a former atheist and Catholic convert and on this podcast he explores christian solutions to the meaning crisis, philosophy beyond reductive materialism, meaning and manipulation in the machine age and bridging the gap between the secular world and Christendom. Join the Raising the Cross substack to get every episode to your inbox www.mahonmccann.com Language: en Genres: Education, Philosophy, Self-Improvement, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Robert Nugent (The Catholic Man): Signs of Renewal in Irish Catholic Faith
Thursday, 9 April, 2026
Hello there, I’m back with another podcast on the faith in Ireland/signs of renewal. This time I’m speaking with Robert Nugent from the Catholic Man YouTube channel. In this podcast we discuss the resurgence of faith among young people, the importance of authentic community, and practical steps to renew the Catholic Church in Ireland. We also explore how the Holy Spirit is working silently amidst crises, the role of prayer groups, and innovative ways to foster faith in a modern context.Key topics include:* The rising interest in faith among Generation Z and the signs of renewal within the church* The perceived crisis in the Catholic Church: challenges and signs of hope* The role of community, prayer groups, and faith in action to foster spiritual growth* Innovative approaches like faith-based pilgrimage walks and lay-led prayer groups* The importance of spiritual mentorship, formation, and authentic friendship in faith development* How Orthodox monastic traditions exemplify community and faith renewal in practice* The need for modern digital strategies, such as QR codes and online faith formation, to connect with seekers* The significance of sacramentally driven transformation—understanding theosis and spiritual purity* Practical steps for integrating faith into everyday life: confession, prayer, humility, and communityTimestamps:00:00 Introduction and Personal Connections02:32 The Resurgence of Faith Among Gen Z07:16 The Role of Community in Faith Formation11:51 Challenges in Engaging with the Church11:56 Building Intentional Faith Communities17:43 Learning from Other Faith Traditions22:54 Building Community Through Faith25:42 The Challenge of Faith Formation27:47 Transformational Faith and Theosis35:30 The Role of Sacraments in Transformation41:20 The Importance of Humility in FaithBest,Mahon. Get full access to Raising the Cross at www.mahonmccann.com/subscribe
