The Flowered Path

Did the Sibyls – the Ancient Greek prophetesses – predict the Annunciation and the coming of Jesus? Justin and Timothy present some theories and read some of the possible prophecies. Justin also reads an account of the Annunciation as witnessed in a vision by Saint Gemma Galgani. The Flowered Path t-shirts are available at our etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1452343565/the-flowered-path-podcast-logo-t-shirt Also at etsy, we have a section for The Flowered Path including books, artwork, and more related to the topics we cover – and paracord rosaries, made by Timothy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostGrave?ref=shop_sugg_market&section_id=40802353 Justin’s Substack – The Astrology of the Saints: https://astrologyofthesaints.substack.com Theme music is Mariam Matrem Virginem, played by a forest beggar. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Michael Lichens stops by to talk about The Pope’s Exorcist: 101 Questions About Fr. Gabriele Amorth from Sophia Institute Press. We discuss Father Amorth, exorcisms, demonic infestations, oppressions, and possessions, the first exorcist, and more. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The autobiography of Saint Perpetua, a martyr from the second century, tells of her trial and imprisonment at the hands of the Romans. After her death in the arena, a contemporary finished her story. Support The Flowered Path on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mary Beth Bracy discusses two books on Saint Thérèse of Lisieux from Sophia Institute Press: I Would Like to Travel the World and I Believe in Love. We discuss Saint Thérèse’s life, wisdom, and some miracles attributed to this Doctor of the Church. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s an extra-long Christmas episode! Father Dwight Longenecker discusses his book, The Secret of the Bethlehem Shepherds. Father Longenecker brings a great depth of research to the topic and we learn what Bethlehem might have been like during the time of Jesus’ birth. Brother Richard Hendrick joins The Flowered Path for three segments: a story of Saint Clare’s Christmas bilocation; a discussion of Saint Francis and the Christmas Crib; and a question-and-answer segment covering possession, relics, Poor Souls and purgatory, penance, victim souls, and more. Justin Showalter shares some thoughts on the astrology of Christ’s birth and what the three Magi may have been observing in the skies. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

First, a tale from Lives of the Eastern Saints, about a great miracle worker named Habib, followed by the story of the martyrdom of another Saint Habib (aka Saint Abibus). Support The Flowered Path on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sister Mary Josefa of the Eucharist talks with Timothy about her time with the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of the Apostles, their new children’s book, Brides of Christ, and their foundress, Sister Wilhelmina Lancaster, whose body was recently found to be incorrupt. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Gilbert Lavoie discusses his book, The Shroud of Jesus. We talk about the history of the relic and the physical evidence shown on the shroud image, as well as how what is shown is supported by the Gospel of John. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Saint Ottilia was born blind, but had her sight restored upon being baptized. Some tales state that a mountain opened beneath her, to hide her from pursuers, leaving a well in the place where the saint stood. Several versions of her life story are presented, along with some additional information on Saint Odile, who is sometimes conflated with Saint Ottilia. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Charles Coulombe discusses his book, A Catholic Quest for the Holy Grail. Arthurian legends, Eucharistic miracles, Chivalry, the relics of the Passion, and more are explored – along with where the modern, would-be knight might find the Chapel Perilous and the Holy Grail on their own quest. To support The Flowered Path visit: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sister Mary Ann Fatula, OP, discusses her new book, The Wonders of the Mass and the Eucharist – which explores the compelling and touching insights of several saints regarding these miracles. The wisdom of Saint John Crysostom, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint Catherine of Siena, and more are touched upon in our discussion. Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The figure of St Sebastian, tied to a tree and pierced with arrows, may be one of the most recognizable icons of all the saints. The image of Saint Sebastian has been repurposed in many ways, but how many know the story of Saint Sebastian's life and martyrdom amongst the early Christians? Support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Author Phillip Campbell returns to speak about Saint Genevieve and his book of historical fiction based on her life, Matron of Paris. We also hear another reading from Brother Richard on miracles of three holy brothers from the early days of the Franciscan order. Support The Flowered Path on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

First, Brother Richard presents a reading about Saint Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio. Next, Timothy tells the story of Saint Lydwine, a mystic who, while confined to bed for most of her years, lived a life full of charity, visions, and miraculous gifts. To support The Flowered Path go to: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After a stroke forced him into retirement, Abbé Fouré moved to a hermitage on the Brittany coast. Over the next 14 years, he carved more than 300 sculptures into the rocks on the cliffs of Rotheneuf. Support The Flowered Path at: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Author Phillip Campbell talks to Timothy about Padre Pio and Phillip’s historical fiction biography of the saint, Wounds of Love. Campbell gives an overview of Padre Pio’s life before and after he became a Capuchin friar, relates some true stories of wonders and miracles attributed to the saint, and gives some historical context to this amazing man. To support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Born in Wisconsin in 1870, Blessed Solanus Casey became a Capuchin Friar serving in different locations throughout the United States. Wherever he went, his humble nature and strong faith drew people from all walks of life. Father Edward Foley, the Vice-Postulator for the Canonization Cause of Blessed Solanus Casey talks to Timothy about Blessed Solanus’ life, faith, and favors attributed to his intercession. To support The Flowered Path: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mother Mary Lange was recently declared Venerable by Pope Francis. This remarkable woman founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence and Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore, Maryland. She served her community in education, caring for the sick, taking in orphans, and more. To support The Flowered Path, go to https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Maxim Furek, author of Coal Region Hoodoo, stops by to discuss Catholic mysticism in the Coal Region of Pennsylvania. An apparition of Pope John XXIII appearing to miners trapped in a cave-in; the doomed town of Centralia, supposedly cursed by a priest; Father Alphonsus Trabold, an exorcist called in to deal with a famous haunting, Saint Teresa of Avila, and more. To support The Flowered Path, become a patron at patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Saint Benedict is considered by many to be the father of Western monasticism. After living as a hermit for a time, he eventually founded several monasteries. Hear about several miracles attributed to Saint Benedict as well as the symbolism and meaning of the Saint Benedict medal. To support The Flowered Path become a patron at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thefloweredpath Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy