
277. Challenged but Blessed - One Man’s Journey through Tragedy into the Catholic Church
Fr. Matt and Tommy hear the story of Corwin Miller, who is part of the RCIA group becoming Catholic this Easter.
Fr. Matt and Tommy hear the story of Corwin Miller, who is part of the RCIA group becoming Catholic this Easter.
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
Erin shares her insights from reading Catholic Answers' short booklet "Bible Difficulties".
Why do I need anything more than science?
Tommy & Fr. Matt quickly cover just one question from the 20 Answers Booklet "The End Times".
Dr. Matt Jordan, Ph.D in Philosophy provides several answers to perhaps the greatest question of all time.
Dr. Matt Jordan, Ph.D guides us through 4 philosophical reasons to believe there is a God.
What's faith's job? Science's job? What about Creation vs. Evolution and Miracles and Galileo?
Everything enjoyable about earth's activities will be available to the Nth degree in Heaven. Fr. Matt & Tommy draw parallels between sports and Heaven.
Lots of laughs as Fr. Scott Harter and Fr. Ryan Mann share spiritual direction insights in this fun conversation with powerful implications.
Fr. Matt introduces us to 3 lesser known saints.
Fr. Ryan answers questions about priest clothes, daily prayer routines, food, concerts, and the difference between being and doing.
Fr. Matt's views on priesthood, sports, UFO's, God's love, and the zombie apocalypse.
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
Deep insights into male & female as two members of the Culture Project share their mission of showing people their identity, dignity, and purpose.
Lent's whats & whys made practical, meaningful, and enjoyable.
Quick interview with high school senior and member of Life Teen Jocelyn Trout.
Meet Mark & Charlene Niederhelman - Longtime parishioners and involved in just about everything over the years.
Meet parishioner Rob Blackburn: Disciple, Husband, Father of 4, and in formation to be a Deacon.
Fr. Ryan and Tommy discuss Advent's meaning, goal, and practical tips.
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.
We go places in this interview where homilies don't dare venture. Hear the background, the conversion, and the funny personal quirks.
Personal update and Coronavirus thoughts from Fr. John. Tips on staying connected with people and God. We end with a time of prayer.
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
St. Basil Life Teen alum Steve Perry, now campus minister at CWRU, shares some of his spiritual "journey" through conversion, career, and the Camino.
When? Where? How? Common-sense advice on the ins and outs of prayer with Fr. Bryan Norton, S.J.
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.
College student Dana Dosen shares the pillars needed to keep the Catholic Faith while away at college.
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.
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.
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.
3rd Grade Catholic School Teacher and Parish Catechetical Leader Mary Meler shares her insights on how to bring young children into our faith.
Catholic High School Theology teacher Gregg Stovicek answers questions about passing on the faith to teenagers.