A Catholic Commentary on the Chosen podcast

A Catholic Commentary on the Chosen

Augustine Institute

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.

26 episodios

The Chosen S3 Ep 8: Sustenance
25/9/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S3 Ep 7: Ears to Hear
18/9/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
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The Chosen S3 Ep 6: Intensity in Tent City
11/9/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S3 Ep 5: Clean, Part 2
4/9/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S3 Ep 4: Clean, Part 1
28/8/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S3 Ep 3: Physician, Heal Yourself
21/8/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S3 Ep 2: Two by Two
14/8/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S3 Ep 1: Homecoming
7/8/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S2 Ep 8: Beyond Mountains
31/7/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.
The Chosen S2 Ep 7: Reckoning
24/7/2024
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. Watch The Chosen on Formed.Get a 7-day free trial of Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle.

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