# E1 | The Relic Hunter – The Power of Physical Faith: Why Catholics Venerate Relics – Sean Pilcher & Fr. Peter George Flynn

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Podcast: [Radio Maria Ireland](https://stenobird.com/podcast/radio-maria-ireland-5533426)
Published: 2026-06-22T12:16:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.radiomaria.ie/relichunter1/
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## Resource

Welcome to the premiere episode of The Relic Hunter with host Father Peter George Flynn of Radio Maria Ireland. This special series explores the sacred history and ongoing relevance of saintly relics in Catholic spiritual life, featuring Sean Pilcher, Director of Sacra Relics of the Saints apostolate. Sean explains why Christians have honored physical remains […]

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