#400 – Why is the Church centered in Rome and not in Jerusalem?
Happy 400th Busted Halo Cast! Things have changed a bit through the years – as you can see in the photo to the right. For…
Rome
Lenten Church Pilgrimage
Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP and Fr. Larry Rice, CSP discuss a Lenten tradition in Rome and on the web. Also, Fr. Larry reveals a tasty…
The Swiss Guard
Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP, and Fr. Larry Rice, CSP, discuss the history and functions of the Pope’s secret service – The Swiss Guard. Also, find…
#349-What do we call the pope after he resigns?
What do we call the pope after he resigns? Plus: many other questions about Benedict XVI’s resignation. It’s LENT! Go to our Fast-Pray-Give calendar at…
The Vatican Secret Archives
Fr. Dave Dwyer CSP and Father Larry Rice CSP discuss the secret archives of the Vatican. Find out what it takes to gain access to…
#283-Why is the headquarters of the Catholic Church in Rome?
Why is the headquarters of the Catholic Church in Rome? Recorded live on location in St. Peter’s Square in Rome! 5-2-11.
Busted at the Beatification
Busted Halo®‘s Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP, was in Rome this past weekend for the beatification of Blessed John Paul II at St. Peter’s Basilica. In…
Mater Admirabilis
From the art world’s “most epic fail” to a “mater admirabilis,” Fr. Larry describes one of the mysterious paintings in Rome.
Can you tell me why the Catholic Church is based in Rome? How did the Vatican end up there?
Rome has figured prominently in the history of the Church from its earliest days. Its Jewish community had close ties to Jerusalem, and thus Christianity…
The Scala Sancta – The Holy Stairs
If you plan to visit Rome, you must listen to this Fact of Faith! Fr. Larry tells us about the Scala Sancta, a true sight…
