Ep 173 - Bishop Athanasius Schneider: The Rosary Crusade to Reclaim the Church
In this powerful episode of The Manly Catholic, James sits down once again with one of the Church’s boldest defenders of truth, Bishop Athanasius Schneider. Together, they discuss his latest book, Salve Regina: A Rosary Crusade to Plead for Holy Popes, a spiritual call to arms for every Catholic man.
The conversation begins with Bishop Schneider’s honest reflection on the state of the Church under Pope Leo XIV. He acknowledges both the hope and the grave concerns, especially the danger of promoting men who tolerate heresy or immorality to positions of power. Yet his message remains clear: Christ will not abandon His Church. The gates of hell will not prevail.
Bishop Schneider explains why the holiness of the Pope matters for the entire Body of Christ, how one holy shepherd can renew a diocese for generations, and why we must not only pray for priests but for holy popes and bishops. He then unveils the purpose behind his “Rosary Crusade;” a militant spiritual campaign rooted in prayer, fasting, and fidelity to the Blessed Mother.
Men are challenged to take up their weapon: the Rosary. The Bishop reminds us that this prayer has crushed heresies, conquered empires, and converted sinners for centuries. He calls men to be protectors — not just of their homes, but of the Church itself — by interceding for holy leaders and teaching their children by example.
Pick up your Rosary. Join the crusade. Become a soldier of Our Lady.
Referenced in this episode:
- Salve Regina: A Rosary Crusade to Plead for Holy Popes – Bishop Athanasius Schneider (Sophia Institute Press)
- Infiltration – Dr. Taylor Marshall
- True Devotion to Mary – St. Louis de Montfort
Three Powerful Quotes from Bishop Schneider:
- “The Church on Earth is the militant Church. We must fight — not against flesh and blood, but against the evil spirits.”
- “If one holy priest can renew a parish, imagine what one holy pope could do for the entire Church.”
- “Give your children the memory of seeing their father kneeling with the Rosary in his hand. That is true fatherhood.”
Key Takeaway for Men:
Every Catholic man must reclaim his spiritual duty as protector and warrior. Begin by praying the Rosary daily for holy popes, bishops, and priests. Lead your family in prayer. Let your children see you kneel. This is how the Church will be renewed: from the home outward, through men who fight on their knees.
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