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Homilies, talks, and interviews from Saint Basil the Great Roman Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio, USA. https://linktr.ee/stbasilthegr8
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Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Fr. Ryan sits down with parishioners Jennifer and Andre Calabretta to hear their love story and how their marriage has blossomed over its 20 years. They share helpful tips and wishes for marriages of every age and stage as they reflect on the blessings and challenges of marriage.
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Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Fr. Eric Garris joins us during National Vocations Awareness Week to share discernment tips and insights for those discerning their Vocation, or those that are walking with people discerning their Vocation.
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Friday Aug 16, 2024
Friday Aug 16, 2024
Reading helps us and our children to develop empathy and imagination, and can lead us deeper into prayer. Katie and Cari sit down for a conversation about their favorite books, spiritual reading, reading with children, and offer recommendations for your next read!
Books mentioned:
The Great Divorce by CS Lewis https://www.cslewis.com/us/
Pray for Us by Meg Hunter Kilmer https://www.avemariapress.com/products/pray-for-us
Jesus is Here by Mary E. Wingfield, Ed.D. https://www.leafletonline.com/jesus-is-here-by-mary-e-wingfielod-ed-d-36072
The Berenstain Bears Book Series https://berenstainbears.com/shop/
God’s Glorious Girl or God’s Brave Boy by Emily Wilson Hussem https://emilywilsonministries.com/my-book
Tiny Saints Board Books (I am Little Too, You Do Not Need to Worry) https://www.tinysaints.com/collections/board-books
Shining Light Dolls Books (Saints on the Go) https://shininglightdolls.com/collections/books
Word on Fire (Bless the Lord) https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/bless-the-lord
The Night the Saints Saved Christmas by Gracie Jagla https://osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/the-night-the-saints-saved-christmas?ga_ref_list_id=undefinedga_ref_list_name=Search%20Results
The Action Bible https://www.theactionbible.com/
My Heart Will Triumph by Mirjana Soldo https://myheartwilltriumph.com/
St. Basil Reading List: https://basilthegreat.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Lit-Living-Guide-Aug-Back-to-School.jpg
The Danger of Hurried Child Syndrome: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/decision-principles/202408/the-danger-of-hurried-child-syndrome?amp
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Sunday May 26, 2024
Sunday May 26, 2024
Fr. Ryan welcomes Cari Reagan as our new Digital Ministries Coordinator as Lisa López moves on from St. Basil. In this interview, we get to know Cari, her story, and how she ended up here with us at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio.
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Spotify Music: https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
In this lively episode, Father Ryan shares stories from St. Basil's unforgettable parish pilgrimage in France. Tune in for a lighthearted blend of adventure and spirituality as his journey unfolds in vivid detail.
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Spotify Music: https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Surviving several strokes has been a journey of reflection and prayer with the Lord for St. Basil's Director of Evangelization, Tommy Dome.
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Learn more about the history and mission for supporting the sustainability of water systems in Honduras.
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Fr. Ryan welcomes Lisa López as our new Digital Ministries Coordinator. In a heartfelt interview, Lisa shares how her Texas roots divinely connected her to St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio.
Saturday Jun 17, 2023
Friday Apr 28, 2023
Friday Apr 28, 2023
Son of the parish Rob Blackburn shares about his upcoming ordination to the Permanent Diaconate and chicken wing flavors you should not try at home.
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
What's a tabernacle? Why'd we get a new one? What's the symbolism? How does this make a difference in my life?
Sunday Jul 10, 2022
Sunday Jul 10, 2022
Chris is living here at St. Basil over the summer, working hard and growing in Eucharistic spirituality.
Friday Mar 25, 2022
Friday Mar 25, 2022
Fr. Matt and Tommy hear the story of Corwin Miller, who is part of the RCIA group becoming Catholic this Easter.
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Fr. Ryan shares the fruits of a 7-day silent retreat and reminds us of the Church's annual retreat - Lent.
Links mentioned in this podcast:
Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine in Euclid, OH
Poor Clare Nuns in Cleveland, OH
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Erin shares her insights from reading Catholic Answers' short booklet "Bible Difficulties".
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Tommy & Fr. Matt quickly cover just one question from the 20 Answers Booklet "The End Times".
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Dr. Matt Jordan, Ph.D in Philosophy provides several answers to perhaps the greatest question of all time.
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Dr. Matt Jordan, Ph.D guides us through 4 philosophical reasons to believe there is a God.
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
What's faith's job? Science's job? What about Creation vs. Evolution and Miracles and Galileo?
Saturday Nov 27, 2021
Saturday Nov 27, 2021
Everything enjoyable about earth's activities will be available to the Nth degree in Heaven. Fr. Matt & Tommy draw parallels between sports and Heaven.
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Thursday Nov 04, 2021
Lots of laughs as Fr. Scott Harter and Fr. Ryan Mann share spiritual direction insights in this fun conversation with powerful implications.
Saturday Oct 30, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Fr. Ryan answers questions about priest clothes, daily prayer routines, food, concerts, and the difference between being and doing.
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
Fr. Matt's views on priesthood, sports, UFO's, God's love, and the zombie apocalypse.
Friday May 21, 2021
Friday May 21, 2021
We explore both head and heart reasons for coming to Mass.
Other episodes mentioned:
Why does the Church "have so many rules"?
Top 15 Mass Tips w/ Fr. Michael Denk
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Thursday Apr 22, 2021
Deep insights into male & female as two members of the Culture Project share their mission of showing people their identity, dignity, and purpose.
Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
Friday Feb 05, 2021
Friday Feb 05, 2021
Quick interview with high school senior and member of Life Teen Jocelyn Trout.
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
Meet Mark & Charlene Niederhelman - Longtime parishioners and involved in just about everything over the years.
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
Meet parishioner Rob Blackburn: Disciple, Husband, Father of 4, and in formation to be a Deacon.
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
Fr. Ryan and Tommy discuss Advent's meaning, goal, and practical tips.
Saturday Aug 15, 2020
Saturday Aug 15, 2020
Erin Hogan, our new Youth Minister, introduces herself, shares her biggest ministry flop, and role-plays to give us an inside look at how youth ministry is done.
Saturday Aug 08, 2020
Saturday Aug 08, 2020
We go places in this interview where homilies don't dare venture. Hear the background, the conversion, and the funny personal quirks.
Monday Mar 16, 2020
Monday Mar 16, 2020
Personal update and Coronavirus thoughts from Fr. John. Tips on staying connected with people and God. We end with a time of prayer.
Friday Feb 28, 2020
Friday Feb 28, 2020
Top 5 Books for Lent and tips to read more often in this interview with Michael Merimee of Catholic book publisher Scepter Publishers.
Books mentioned:
Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis
Praying from the Depths of the Psalms by Fr. John Henry Hanson
Time for God by Fr. Jacques Philippe
Call Him Father: How to Experience the Fatherhood of God by Fr. Edward G. Maristany
Saints for Sinners by Archbishop Alban Goodier
Saints Behaving Badly by Thomas Craughwell
The Bishop of the Abandoned Tabernacle by Victoria Schneider
Way of the Cross by St. Josemaria Escriva
Because God is Real by Peter Kreeft
Michael's Favorite Authors: Homer, C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Fr. Jacques Philippe, Ronald Knox, Francis Thompson
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
St. Basil Life Teen alum Steve Perry, now campus minister at CWRU, shares some of his spiritual "journey" through conversion, career, and the Camino.
Wednesday Aug 14, 2019
Wednesday Aug 14, 2019
When? Where? How? Common-sense advice on the ins and outs of prayer with Fr. Bryan Norton, S.J.
Monday Jun 10, 2019
Monday Jun 10, 2019
Top 15 Mass Tips - How do I get the most out of Mass (and why is that a bad question)? w/ Fr. Michael Denk of www.theprodigalfather.org. Bonus: Recommendations on the best Catholic apps and best videos, talks, and books on the Mass.
Friday Jun 07, 2019
Friday Jun 07, 2019
College student Dana Dosen shares the pillars needed to keep the Catholic Faith while away at college.
Thursday May 09, 2019
Thursday May 09, 2019
How do I decide what to watch? What media will nourish my soul? How do I turn the time I spend on media into a tool for learning how to relate to and evangelize others? And 5 practical tips to watch like a Catholic.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2019
Wednesday Apr 24, 2019
Fr. Doug Brown, formerly assigned at St. Basil the Great, shares recommendations on a few devotional practices that help round out our spiritual lives to pull down maximum graces from Heaven and get us in deeper relationship with the Holy Trinity. Hear him share about a mystical experience he once had in Eucharistic Adoration.
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
Thursday Apr 11, 2019
Fr. Kevin shares the saints who have impacted his life and Scriptural foundations for devotion to the saints are mentioned. Rev. 8:3-4, Rev. 5:8, 1 Tim 2:1, John 2:5, 1 Corinthians 3:9, Exodus 32, Genesis 18, John 15:5.
Thursday Feb 14, 2019
Thursday Feb 14, 2019
3rd Grade Catholic School Teacher and Parish Catechetical Leader Mary Meler shares her insights on how to bring young children into our faith.
Thursday Feb 07, 2019
Thursday Feb 07, 2019
Catholic High School Theology teacher Gregg Stovicek answers questions about passing on the faith to teenagers.