# 059 - Understanding Church History

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Podcast: [The Frankie D'Astoli Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-frankie-d-astoli-show-7119072)
Published: 2026-02-19T08:15:00+00:00
Episode link: https://the-frankie-dastoli-show.captivate.fm
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## Resource

In this episode, Frankie D'Astoli discusses the significance of Lent as a time for reflection and preparation, emphasizing the importance of faith and understanding within the Catholic tradition. He shares insights from his Faithful February initiative, where he engages in conversations about faith with various individuals, highlighting the lack of knowledge about the Catholic faith and church history. The episode delves into the origins of the church, the role of tradition, and the development of the Bible, stressing the need for a deeper understanding of these topics to foster a stronger faith. Join Rosary and Real Estate for FREE: https://www.skool.com/rosary-and-real-estate-9118/about Order from Roman Catholic Gear with code FRANKIE10 for 10% off: https://romancatholicgear.com/?ref=FRANKIEDASTOLI

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