The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly Pastor of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Madison, Ohio

In this deeply moving episode of The Catholic Files, Fr. Donnelly continues our Ten Commandments series with Part 5: "Thou Shall Not Kill." This commandment, simple in words yet vast in meaning, calls us to defend and honor the sacred gift of life from conception to natural death.

Fr. Donnelly addresses the many ways our modern world has grown numb to the value of life through abortion, suicide, violence, and the endless wars that scar humanity. In a culture that often tries to justify or disguise these evils, this episode reminds us that every human life is precious, created in the image of God, and that the taking of innocent life wounds not only the body, but the soul of society itself.

With wisdom, compassion, and clarity, Fr. Donnelly invites listeners to look beyond condemnation and discover God's call to conversion, mercy, and healing. He explores how "Thou Shall Not Kill" extends beyond the act itself into our thoughts, our anger, our indifference, and even our silence in the face of evil.

This is more than a commandment it is a summons to love, to protect, and to restore the dignity of every human life, especially the most vulnerable.

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This Week on The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly This week’s episode marks Part Four of our enlightening journey through The Ten Commandments as taught by the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We turn our hearts to the Fourth Commandment: “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land which the Lord your God gives you.” - Exodus 20:12

Fr. Donnelly will guide us in reflecting on how this commandment is not only about respecting our parents, but about fostering a spirit of gratitude, love, and obedience to God’s order for the family. We’ll explore how honoring our parents strengthens the domestic Church the familyand how this reverence extends to all legitimate authority, nurturing peace and harmony in society. Whether you are a parent, a child, or both, this teaching invites us to rediscover the beauty of family bonds as a reflection of God’s love.

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In this powerful episode of The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly, we press deeper into the very heart of God’s law as revealed through the Ten Commandments divine words that shape our lives and souls. This is Part Three of our stirring series, and today, Fr. Donnelly turns our hearts toward the profound gravity of the Third Commandment: “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.” With fiery conviction and pastoral urgency, Fr. Donnelly reveals the sacredness of the Holy Name a name not to be tossed carelessly into casual speech, but to be spoken with trembling reverence and love.

Why does the Catechism insist on such deep respect for God’s name? Because names hold power and His Name holds infinite power, majesty, and mercy. In a world that so often trivializes the sacred and mocks what is holy, this episode is a bold call to awaken our souls to rediscover the awe, the honor, and the fear of the Lord that once marked the speech of the faithful. It’s a call to sanctify our tongues, to let our words reflect our worship, and to never forget that the Name we bear on our lips is the Name before which every knee will one day bow. Whether in moments of prayer, songs of praise, or the everyday conversations we carry, we are summoned to speak with reverence for we speak of the Holy One.

"You shall not take the name of the LORD, your God, in vain. For the LORD will not leave unpunished the one who takes his name in vain" - Exodus 20:7

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This Episode of The Catholic Files with Fr. Sean Donnelly Part Two: The Ten Commandments – According to the Teaching of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

The Catholic Files - Part Two: “You Shall Not Take the Name of the Lord, Your God, in Vain” In this powerful and enlightening episode of The Catholic Files, we continue our sacred journey into the heart of God’s law - the Ten Commandments - as illuminated by the Catechism of the Catholic Church. With clarity, wisdom, and deep pastoral insight, Fr. Sean Donnelly guides us through the second Commandment: “You shall not take the name of the Lord, your God, in vain.”

This is not merely a rule to follow - it is a call to reverence, relationship, and radical love. Far from being a list of restrictions, the Commandments are a divine roadmap to true freedom, love, and holiness. These are more than ancient words carved in stone - they are living truths, written by the Creator Himself on every human heart. Each Commandment is a gift, inviting us to draw closer to God and to one another - to speak and live His name with honor, awe, and authenticity. Whether you're a lifelong Catholic or just beginning to explore the faith, this episode will renew your understanding, challenge your heart, and inspire your soul. “If you love me, keep my commandments.” -John 14:15 Let’s walk this sacred path together.

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This Episode of The Catholic Files with Fr. Sean Donnelly is Part One of The Ten Commandments – According to the Teaching of the Catechism of the Catholic Church In this powerful and enlightening episode, we begin a sacred journey into the heart of God’s law — the Ten Commandments — as illuminated by the Catechism of the Catholic Church. With clarity, wisdom, and deep pastoral insight, Fr. Sean Donnelly opens Part One of this transformative series, inviting us to rediscover the Commandments not as a list of restrictions, but as a divine roadmap to true freedom, love, and holiness. These are more than ancient words carved in stone — they are living truths, written on the human heart by the Creator Himself. Each Commandment is a gift — calling us into deeper relationship with God and with one another. Whether you're a lifelong Catholic or someone just beginning to explore the faith, this episode will renew your understanding, challenge your heart, and inspire your soul. “If you love me, keep my commandments.”

— John 14:15 Let’s walk this sacred path together. Welcome to The Catholic Files.

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Season 2, Episode 6 – The Catholic Files with Fr. Donnelly: “The Church: Mother and Teacher”

In this inspiring episode, Fr. Donnelly of Immaculate Conception Church invites us to reflect on one of the most beautiful titles given to the Church: Mother and Teacher.

Drawing from Sacred Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Fr. Donnelly explains how the Church tenderly nourishes her children with the Word of God and the Sacraments, guiding them with the wisdom of centuries of faith. Like a loving mother, she leads us to holiness, strengthens us in times of weakness, and offers mercy when we fall. As teacher, she continues to proclaim the truth of Christ to every age, forming consciences and shaping society according to God’s law of love.

With warmth and clarity, Fr. Donnelly shows how the Church’s maternal care and teaching mission remain vital in today’s world—reminding us that the path of faith is not walked alone, but within the family of God.

Tune in and rediscover the heart of the Church as both a faithful mother and a trustworthy teacher, calling her children closer to Christ.

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In this episode of The Catholic Files, Fr. Sean Donnelly of Immaculate Conception Church in Madison, Ohio leads us into a powerful reflection on Moral Law as taught in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. With clarity and deep faith, Fr. Donnelly reminds us that the Moral Law is not a set of cold rules, but a radiant path that guides us toward the fullness of life in Christ. Rooted in love of God and neighbor, the law frees us from confusion, strengthens our conscience, and gives us the courage to live with integrity in a world often clouded by compromise. The Catechism reveals that God’s law is written not only on the pages of Scripture but upon the human heart. Fr. Donnelly shows how this truth can transform the way we see our daily choices—each decision becoming an opportunity to love, to serve, and to walk in the light of God’s eternal wisdom. This episode is an invitation to rediscover the beauty of living faithfully, to understand that God’s commandments are not burdens but gifts, guiding us toward joy, peace, and eternal life.

“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” (John 14:15)

Tune in, be inspired, and let the wisdom of the Church strengthen your walk with Christ.

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Join us as Father Donnelly continues his discussion of Living A Moral Life Episode Title: Living a Moral Life (part 2) According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church In this episode of The Catholic Files, Father Sean Donnelly takes listeners deep into the heart of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, exploring what it truly means to live a moral life as a follower of Christ. Father Donnelly begins by reminding us that morality is not about a checklist of rules, but about a relationship — our relationship with God and with one another. Drawing from the Catechism, he explains the foundations of Catholic moral teaching: the dignity of the human person, the role of conscience, and the call to holiness in everyday decisions. Throughout the conversation, Father Donnelly breaks down how the Catechism approaches the virtues — prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance — as the guiding “hinges” of moral living. He also connects these classical virtues to the theological virtues of faith, hope, and charity, showing how they shape every moral choice we make. Listeners are challenged to reflect on how the moral law, revealed by God and explained by the Church, isn’t meant to restrict freedom, but to protect and perfect it. Father Donnelly stresses that living a moral life according to the Catechism means seeking the good, forming one’s conscience, and striving to live in harmony with God’s will.

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