Catholic Holocron

Darth Revan & the Sacrament of Reconciliation

Join Brad as he dives into the lore of the legendary Sith Darth Revan and discovers the outline for the Sacrament of Reciliation hidden deep within Revan's backstory. Brad will also address some misconceptions surrounding the sacrament such as why Catholics go to a priest for confession and why is it necessary. God's mercy is endless and Reconciliation is proof of that. As Pope Francis said "God never tires of forgiving us; it is we who get tired of asking". If you're wanting to go to Confession and don't know where to start check out the resources below: Examination of Conscience https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/sacraments-and-sacramentals/penance/examinations-of-conscience Act of Contrition https://www.usccb.org/prayers/act-contrition Email: catholicholocron@gmail.com X: @Catholic_Holo_1 Instagram: CatholicHolo1

Anakin’s Redemption - The Saving Grace of Christ

In this episode, Brad analyzes the free and underserved gift of grace of Christ through the lens of Anakin Skywalker's fall to Darth Vader and his eventual redemption by his son Luke. Using a quote from St. Catherine of Siena, Brad highlights our need for a savior to redeem us from sin by comparing Luke's allegorical role of a Christ figure as the new chosen one and Christ's role as the "new Adam." Email: catholicholocron@gmail.com X: @Catholic_Holo_1 Instagram: CatholicHolo1

The Tragedy of Anakin Skywalker - the Degrees of Sin

In this episode, Brad analyzes the downfall of Anakin Skywalker, his gradual metamorphosis into Darth Vader and demonstrates the severe effects of sin - both venial and mortal - have on our relationship with God and each other. Email: catholicholocron@gmail.com X: @Catholic_Holo_1 Instagram: CatholicHolo1

Canon: Star Wars & Scripture

In this episode, Brad explores the establishment of the Canon of Sacred Scripture and its relationship to Sacred Tradition as well as outlines the strengths and weaknesses of the two Star Wars timelines. Email: catholicholocron@gmail.com X: @Catholic_Holo_1

Holocrons and The Deposit of Faith

In this episode, Brad explains the lore behind holocrons in Star Wars and explores the components of the Deposit of Faith that makes up the Catholic Holocron through Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Sacred Magisterium.