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Third Space Podcast

Paul Fahey
Catholic Church
Spiritual Abuse
Catholicism
Mental Health
Catholic Social Teaching
Hope
Pope Francis
Slavery
Grace
Awake
Preferential Option For the Poor
Partisanship
Synod
Liberation Theology
Dignity Of Every Human Person
Truth Stacking
Voting
Pro-Life Issues
Tradrecovery
Trauma

In the Third Space we will discuss the good and the ugly in the Church. We will live in the grey—avoiding easy answers and black and white fundamentalism—in order to hold on to all that is true. www.catholicthirdspace.com

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Latest Episodes

I’m excited to share a conversation I had with Amy Grey over on her Youtube channel, Into the Grey, where she interviewed me about the Church’s understanding of conscience. We discuss abuse of conscience as well as the interplay between personal cons... more

Sarah Carter and I hosted a livestream conversation on Substack last week about Pope Leo’s Apostolic Exhortation, Dilexi Te. This was a pretty freewheeling conversation that ranged from giving an overview of the document, sharing our personal reactio... more

This week I spoke with Sr. Danielle Victoria Lussier and Sr. Theresa Aletheia Noble from the Sisters of the Little Way of Beauty, Truth, and Goodness. We discussed their new audio documentary, Descent Into Light, about adult abuse in the Church. Sr. ... more

Sarah Carter and I went into this conversation ready to talk about her excellent article, “The Evangelization Mistake I Made For Years: Missionary discipleship isn’t supposed to feel like this.” And then we spent the first half of our time discussing... more

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Amy Grey
Author and advocate for spiritual care and well-being
Into the Grey YouTube Channel
Episode: 27: Amy Grey - Respecting Conscience
Sarah Carter
Author of Recovering Catholic and Pope Leo Weekly on Substack
Substack
Episode: 26: Sarah Carter - Dilexi Te, Live!
Sister Danielle
Sister of the Little Way, co-host of the Descent Into Light podcast
Sisters of the Little Way
Episode: 25: Sisters of the Little Way - Descent Into Light
Sister Theresa
Sister of the Little Way, co-host of the Descent Into Light podcast
Sisters of the Little Way
Episode: 25: Sisters of the Little Way - Descent Into Light
Sara Larson
Executive Director of AWAKE, an independent Catholic non-profit organization focused on transformation and healing from sexual abuse wounds.
AWAKE
Episode: 21: Sara Larson - Centering Survivors
Colleen Dulle
Associate editor at America Media; co-hosts the Inside the Vatican podcast, contributes to Sacred Heart University's Go Rebuild My House blog
America Media
Episode: Bonus Episode: Shaun Blanchard & Colleen Dulle - Pope Leo XIV
Shaun Blanchard
Lecturer in theology at the University of Notre Dame Australia; writes about Catholicism and history
University of Notre Dame Australia
Episode: Bonus Episode: Shaun Blanchard & Colleen Dulle - Pope Leo XIV
Jordan Daniel Wood
Assistant Professor of Theology at Belmont University
Belmont University
Episode: 19: Jordan Daniel Wood - The Development of Hell
Mark Joseph Williams
A forensic psychological clinician and clerical abuse survivor.
Co-founder of Global Collaborative
Episode: 18: Mark Joseph Williams - Healing after Clergy Abuse

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Paul Fahey
Host of discussions focused on nuanced issues within the Catholic Church, advocating for healing and reform.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Keeping Catholics Honest!

    Paul is dealing with issues that require deep humility and repentance from Catholics. A much needed voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jtorr183
    United Statesa year ago
  • A returning baptized catholic

    I can’t say enough about Paul Fahey, the host of Third Space. He really emphasizes topics so important to me. I feel validated and heard when I listen to Paul and his guests. Thank you, Paul!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BDD20240
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Generous Space

    The “About” says it all, and Paul Fahey’s work and voice on crucial matters in the Church is generous and trustworthy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    littlegale
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the candid discussions that challenge fundamentalist views and promote healing and honesty within the Church.
The host is commended for his empathetic approach and for making complicated topics accessible and relatable.
Many find the conversations validating and a much-needed voice in addressing contemporary issues affecting the Church.

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26: Sarah Carter - Dilexi Te, Live!
Q: How can lay Catholics in the US encourage bishops to speak and act in greater alignment with the ecclesial and social visions of Pope Leo and Pope Francis?
Lay Catholics need to take responsibility, acknowledging a void in leadership and proactively work together to form communities and initiatives reflecting this vision.
26: Sarah Carter - Dilexi Te, Live!
Q: What do you think about the political leaning and actions of U.S. bishops in relation to Pope Leo and Francis's teachings?
The expectation of bishops should be lowered as they may not provide the leadership needed due to systemic pressures, and instead, lay Catholics can create their own initiatives to reflect gospel values.
24: Sarah Carter - Recovering Evangelization
Q: What prompted you to write this article?
Sarah was inspired to write her article after reading a thought-provoking quote from a book by Rocco Butiglione about the identity of the missionary disciple.
23: Ann Yeong - Spiritual Abuse in Evangelization
Q: What does a healthy use of authority in the Church look like?
Healthy spiritual authority always respects freedom and speaks the truth without coercion or agenda.
23: Ann Yeong - Spiritual Abuse in Evangelization
Q: When did you realize that there could be a wrong way, a harmful way of going around evangelization and mission?
It hasn't been very long, as I only started conceptualizing spiritual abuse in the last three to five years, focusing initially on cult-like spaces and clerical cover-ups.

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Exploring the nuances of faith within the context of the Catholic Church, this show engages with complex issues surrounding spirituality, mental health, and significant challenges faced by the Church, such as abuse and systemic injustice. It features a diverse array of guests, from theologians to survivors, who share personal experiences and insights that challenge traditional perspectives and advocate for reform. Key themes include the exploration of human dignity, the clash between institutional authority and personal experiences, and the ongoing journey of healing and transformation within the Church community. This blend of heartfelt narratives and critical discussions offers a compassionate space for listeners seeking deeper understand... more

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