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What is it about
The Institute of Catholic Culture is an organization dedicated to adult catechesis and the new evangelization of the Catholic Church. They offer educational programs rooted in the classical liberal arts and opportunities to experience and live authentic Catholic culture. This mobile application provides access to over 1000 hours of programming in their extensive library, allowing users to participate in live events and courses, view media from previous sessions, and access supplementary resources for lectures. It is open to all who wish to seek the truth revealed in Jesus Christ.
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2.2.0
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Our Review
If you've ever wished there was a Catholic equivalent of the great podcast lectures from Hillsdale or Yale — adult-level talks on theology, philosophy, and Church history — the Institute of Catholic Culture is what you're looking for. The app is the mobile companion to their website, which has hundreds of free hours of lectures from priests and scholars.
The lectures cover what you would expect from a serious Catholic adult catechesis program: Scripture, the Church Fathers, the saints, sacramental theology, Catholic moral teaching, Church history from the Apostles forward, and current events viewed through a Catholic lens. The speakers are mostly priests, deacons, and academic theologians — substantive, not chatty.
What I appreciate: this isn't catechism-on-tape. The talks assume you are an adult who can handle real material. They reference primary sources (Augustine, Aquinas, the conciliar documents) and they don't water down where Catholic teaching differs from what's popular. If you've been Catholic for years and want to actually understand what you believe, this is one of the better starting points.
What it's good for: commute listening, evenings instead of news, anyone preparing to teach RCIA or catechesis, parents getting ready to have substantive conversations with their kids about the faith. Daily Mass-goers and lifelong Catholics who want depth will find a lot here.
What it's not: light or devotional. It's structured catechesis, not prayer or meditation. If you want a Rosary app or daily reflections, look elsewhere.
Free. By the Institute of Catholic Culture, a real Catholic adult-education organization. Available on the App Store: Institute of Catholic Culture. One of the more substantive free Catholic resources you can put on your phone.
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Introduction
The Institute of Catholic Culture is an adult catechetical organization, faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, and dedicated to the Church’s call for a new evangelization. It offers educational programs based on the classical liberal arts and authentic Catholic culture.
Features
Live Events
The app allows users to view and register for upcoming live events and courses. Users can also join live webinar sessions, post discussion questions, and browse media published from previous sessions.
Extensive Library
With over 1000 hours of audio and video programming, the extensive library provides access to lectures, Gospel reflections, and self-paced courses. Users can browse the library by category, instructor, use filter and keyword searches, save favorite programs, and download audio for offline listening. The app also automatically saves the user's progress and syncs it across devices, allowing seamless transition between different devices.
Lecture Resources
Supplementary educational resources are provided for lectures, including readings, online references, maps, and discussion questions. This feature enhances users' studies and provides additional material for a comprehensive learning experience.
Conclusion
The Institute of Catholic Culture app offers a convenient way to access a wealth of educational content related to the Catholic faith. With its extensive library, live events, and lecture resources, it provides a comprehensive platform for adults seeking to deepen their knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church. All are welcome to join the Institute and embark on a journey to seek the Truth revealed in our Lord and God, Jesus Christ.
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