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Discovering the Catechism with Gavin and Katherine

Discovering the Catechism was instrumental in Gavin's conversion. We read and reflect on this crucial text together. We hope you join us, value the…

Jul 20 •

Katherine Bennett

and

Gavin Ashenden.

48:38

Our Lady of the Americas & the Pro Life Mission

With Isabel Vaugan-Spruce, Fr Paschal Uche and Fr Sean Gough

Jul 17 •

Katherine Bennett

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40:28

My life as Chaplain to the Queen: Part 1

Watch now (40 mins) | A conversation with Gavin Ashenden

Jul 11 •

Katherine Bennett

and

Gavin Ashenden.

Growing up Catholic

We chat with Anthony Abbate from Avoiding Babylon

Jul 6

The Only Way is Ethics

We discuss the recent decision to close the Anscombe Bioethics Centre

Jul 4

Archbishop leads flock into moral chaos

We discuss the recent comments by Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, in which he describes himself as 'thick' for previously holding traditional…

Jul 1

The importance of Miracle in Lourdes

Jul 1

Why was Chris Coghlan MP Denied Communion?

Gavin, Katherine and Mark discuss

Jul 1

Church News

✉️ Catholic Unscripted Newsletter #10

“Faith, friendship, and fearless Catholic voices”

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Pope Leo XIV and the James Martin Controversy

Why a private audience and a Vatican pilgrimage are raising urgent questions about clarity, doctrine, and the future of Catholic teaching

Sep 10 •

When Continuity Becomes Contradiction

Cardinal Cupich and the Unraveling of Cardinal George’s Legacy

Sep 5 •

The Papal Reset Continues

By embracing the cardinal Francis sidelined, Pope Leo XIV signals a new style of leadership — one that rewrites the politics of loyalty in Rome.

Aug 27 •

From Confusion to Clarity: Pope Leo XIV Restores Christocentrism After the Pachamama Debacle

Where Pope Francis’ gestures left faithful Catholics puzzled, Leo XIV’s measured guidance reaffirms the primacy of Christ, ensuring care for creation…

Aug 20 •

Hijacked Development

Rescuing Newman from Misuse in the Church’s Moral Crisis: By Stephen Morgan

Aug 3 •

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Catholic Unscripted

England's Soul is Catholic, help us awaken her from her post reformation slumber. Join us for the best of Catholic news and analysis coming out of Britain today.

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