Holiness Isn’t Just for Saints: What Vatican II Really Taught
Holiness isn’t just for saints. Vatican II taught that every Catholic is called to holiness—here’s what that actually looks like in real life.What does the “universal call to holiness” really mean? In this episode of Practicing Catholic, Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger dive deep into this teaching from Lumen Gentium and Vatican II, breaking down what holiness looks like in everyday life. Is it about miracles and levitation—or the perfection of charity? Hear stories of struggle, perseverance, and adventure in the Christian life, plus answers to real listener questions about discouragement, discerning your vocation, and living holiness as a lay Catholic.If you’ve ever wondered how to respond to Christ’s words “Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect”—this episode will help you see that holiness is both possible and personal.Have a question or an idea for a future episode? We’d love to hear it! Click here: http://practicingcatholicpodcast.com/
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Why ANOTHER Catholic Podcast? Living the Universal Call to Holiness
Welcome to the first episode of Practicing Catholic! Hosts Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger dive into what it really means to practice holiness as a Catholic in today’s busy world. They share their personal faith journeys—a conversion and a reversion—and reflect on the universal call to holiness, the role of daily prayer, and the wisdom of the saints. Listeners will learn why patience and hope are essential virtues, how to take practical first steps toward a deeper spiritual life, and why holiness is a lifelong process of growth. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic, a convert, or simply seeking to live your faith more intentionally, this episode will encourage and equip you to become a “practicing Catholic” in the truest sense.Have a question or an idea for a future episode? We’d love to hear it! Click here: practicingcatholicpodcast.com
A weekly podcast for everyday holiness featuring real conversations and practical wisdom to arm you in the ordinary pursuit of sanctification.
Join the Augustine Institute’s Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger as they explore topics such as work, family life, prayer, and Catholic culture. Each episode encourages and equips you with timeless wisdom drawn from Scripture, the lives of the Saints, and the Tradition of the Church, offering practical ways to grow in holiness in the midst of daily life.
Have a question or an idea for a future episode? We’d love to hear it! Click here.
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