With the synod and the resulting confusion from it, what does the Catholic Church actually say about women being ordained deacons? Can it happen? Who were deaconesses? What is Pope Francis saying? Joining Fr. Chris Alar as he explains what the Diaconate is, who St. Stephen was, and why we celebrate his feast day on December 26.

We all know about Christmas time, but do we know why the traditions we have came about? When does Christmas actually begin and when does the Christmas season actually end? What is the true meaning of the season and why do we celebrate it on December 25?

Was Benedict XVI the last real pope?  How are we to understand who Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI really was?  What did he accomplish and what was the controversy surrounding his papacy? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he explains one of the most important persons in Catholic Church history and gives a summary of his teaching.