St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast

615. Fr. Ryan Talk- Intro to Theology of the Body

Have you heard of Theology of the Body, but aren't quite sure what it means? What it is? Fr. Ryan shares an introduction to Pope St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body with adults in Lorain county. 

 

Books recommended: 

Good News About Sex and Marriage: https://shop.corproject.com/collections/books/products/good-news-about-sex-and-marriage 

Fill These Hearts: https://shop.corproject.com/collections/books/products/copy-of-fill-these-hearts-paperback 

These Beautiful Bones: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/these-beautiful-bones-an-everyday-theology-of-the-body 

 

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611. Equipped for Holiness - Breaking Open Scripture with Deacon Dave

Deacon Dave walks us through the scriptures as he reflects on what it means to be holy as the Lord is holy.

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609. Reflections on Pilgrimage with Fr. Ryan and Cari

Fr. Ryan reflects on his recent pilgrimage to Portugal with our parish. He shares stories of joy, peace, and laughs from the pilgrimage, and shares how we can take the lessons of pilgrimage and apply them to our daily life.

 

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602. Hope Does Not Disappoint ...Oh Really? Fr. Ryan Talks to the Cleveland Catholic Women's Conference

We are told to hold onto hope and believe in the goodness of Christ.  But sometimes our reality feels hopeless, so what are we to do then? In this talk to the Cleveland Catholic Women's Conference, Fr. Ryan speaks into the lies that we are alone, that God does not care, or that there is no hope, and shows us how Christ gently speaks to us in hard places. 

 

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600. What is a Parish? Fr. Ryan Talks to Business Leaders at Legatus

Fr. Ryan asks the questions to business leaders at Legatus "What is a Parish?" Is it a building? The people? What is the goal? And in knowing what a parish is, we can learn how to serve our local parish. 

 

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599. Heart of a Pilgrim: Attending the Canonizations of St Carlo Acutis and St Pier Giorgio Frassati with Cari and Hailie

Cari is joined by Hailie Jester from St. Charles Borromeo in Parma as she shares her experience of pilgrimage and attending the canonizations of St. Carlo Acutis and St. Pier Giorgio Frassati as she shares ways that we can take the heart of a pilgrim into our daily lives.

 

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597. It Is Not Hard to Be a Saint - Cari Reagan talks at Life Teen Retreat

A podcast from the archives, Cari shares with the teens on the 2024 Fall Retreat stories of the saints, and encourages those walking in faith to strive for nothing less than being a great saint! 

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596. The Reality of the Enemy: Spiritual Warfare - Fr. Ryan Talks to Life Teen

Angels and demons are real and around us, fighting for our souls. Sometimes we are having a bad day, but sometimes it is demons trying to divide, steal, kill, and destroy. When we stay close to Jesus and the Scriptures, we can battle the evil one.

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589. The Sorrowful Mysteries in Our Lives - Cari Reagan talks to Life Teen

When we contemplate the Sorrowful Mysteries of our lives, we find that they aren't just something sad that happened to us, but we learn the ways that Jesus worked through them. 

 

Sorrowful Mysteries Journaling Page: https://basilthegreat.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sorrowful-mysteries-journal-page.3-1.pdf 

 

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587. What Makes Your Heart Sing with Fr. Ryan and Gregory

Join Fr. Ryan and Gregory for a conversation about liturgical music, how to pray with music, and Gregory's story.

This podcast is also avaliable as a video podcast: https://youtu.be/waqozcolsX

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586. Faithful Blossoms - Brooke Taylor Speaks to Flourish Women’s Ministry

Flourish Women's Ministry welcomed Brooke Taylor for a talk on St. Therese. Brooke shares from her own life on how in each day we can grow closer to Jesus through the little way.

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567. Fr. Ryan Welcomes Randi Blanton - Office Manager

Fr. Ryan welcomes Randi Blanton as our new Office Manager. In this interview, we get to know Randi, her story, and how she ended up here with us at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio.

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565. Wiggles in the Worship- Tips and Tricks on Taking Kids to Mass with Cari, Katie, and Alli

Cari Reagan, Katie Rosen, and Alli Blackburn discuss why it is important to bring kids to Mass, and tips and tricks for how to handle the wiggles and cries, and celebrate the wins as you raise your child in the faith. 

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545. The Beauty of Emotions by Luke Brown, LPCC

During this Mental Health Awareness month, we want to share a talk from the archives.  Luke Brown of Sacred Heart Counseling spoke to our Flourish Women's Ministry in October 2024, sharing about the beauty of emotions, walking through what they really mean, and how to share them with the Lord. 

 

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539. Remembering Pope Francis

Cari and Tommy share prayers, stories, and memories of Pope Francis and his pontificate. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord. 

 

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537. An Ancient Homily for Holy Saturday, Read by Fr. Jeff Liptak

As we reflect in the silence of Holy Saturday, Fr. Liptak leads us through a meditation from an ancient homily read during the Liturgy of the Hours on Holy Saturday.  As you listen, hear Jesus coming to look for you, His beloved lost sheep.  

Read along with Fr. Liptak.

 

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536. All About the Triduum, Part 2: Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday with Fr. Liptak and Cari

As we approach the Sacred Triduum, Cari and Fr. Liptak sit down to point out some of the important things to look for during this holy time of year.  They also give helpful tips for how to live out this time in a holy way. In this podcast, they cover Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday.

 

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535. Fr. Ryan Homily - Good Friday - Bringing Relationship Down to the Depths

Suffering can make us bitter or better. 

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533. Mother Teresa's I Thirst Meditation, Read by Fr. Jeff Liptak

As we reflect on Jesus' passion and death on Good Friday, Fr. Liptak leads us through a meditation from Mother Teresa.  As you listen, hear Jesus speaking to your heart, that He thirsts for you, and you alone. 

Read along with Fr. Liptak: Jesus-I-Thirst-Meditation

 

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532. All About the Triduum, Part 1: Holy Thursday and Good Friday with Fr. Liptak and Cari

As we approach the Sacred Triduum, Cari and Fr. Liptak sit down to point out some of the important things to look for during this holy time of year.  They also give helpful tips for how to live out this time in a holy way. In this podcast, they cover Holy Thursday and Good Friday.

 

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524. Examination of Conscience Read by Fr. Ryan Mann

To help you prepare your heart for the sacrament of Reconciliation, Fr. Ryan has recorded an Examination of Conscience according to the 10 Commandments.  Take some time to pray with this examination, and return to it as often as you need, to ready your heart to meet our Merciful Lord in the Confessional.

 

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517. 101 Things to Do for Lent with Cari and Tommy

Lent is coming soon! What are you doing this year for Lent? Cari and Tommy share 101 things to give up or take up this Lent which you can take to prayer and ask the Lord what He is calling you to do this Lent. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

-Formed.org 
-Foretold Series at St. Basil Sign Up: https://form.jotform.com/250426024712143
-Sign up for Hallow! Go to hallow.com/parish and type in "St. Basil the Great Brecksville"
-Year of Hope Sacred Sites: https://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/pilgrims-of-hope/sacred-sites
-Bible in a Year Gospels John days 99-105, Mark days 154-161, Matthew days 258-266, Luke days 313-321

 

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515. Jubilee of Deacons with Deacon Dave and Deacon Rob

Deacon Rob and Deacon Dave share their stories of their deaconate vocations, highlights from their ministries, and share tips for all to deepen their prayer life as we celebrate the Jubilee of Deacons during this year of hope. 

 

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500. 500th Episode with Fr. Ryan and Tommy Dome

Congratulations to the St. Basil podcast on our 500th episode! Fr. Ryan and Tommy sit down to discuss the podcast, why it started, popular and favorite episodes, and offer a challenge to listeners. 

 

Episodes Mentioned: 

Remind Me Again: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/267-remind-me-again%e2%80%a6why-do-we-call-priests-father-when-jesus-said-not-to/ 
The Meaning of the Mass: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/meaning-of-the-mass-why-are-we-even-here/ 
I Heard this Great Analogy: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/i-heard-this-great-analogy-if-god-created-everything-who-created-god/ 
The Rosary with Fr. Walt: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/the-rosary-w-fr-walt-jenne-glorious-mysteries/  
St. Basil Reading List: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/462-st-basil-reading-list-with-katie-rosen-and-cari-reagan/  
Overcoming Addiction: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/overcoming-addiction-through-prayer-scripture-church-cheryl-wear/  
Things God Never Says: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/xxxxx-things-god-never-says-w-fr-ryan-mann-fr-scott-harter/ 
Your Sorrowful Companion: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/your-sorrowful-companion/ 
Interview with Dr. Matt Jordan: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/260-faith-reason-contradiction-interview-w-dr-matt-jordan-phd-in-philosophy/ 

 

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496. Fr. Ryan Talk - His Dwelling Among Us

Fr. Ryan gave this talk to the women of the Avon Catholic Community during their Advent by Candlelight event. He dives into the beauty of what a woman's body speaks and how the Lord reveals His heart through women especially during Advent. 

 

Commercial Fr. Ryan Mentions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDzXb6pRv_I 

 

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491. The Gift of Advent with Fr. Boniface Hicks and Fr. Ryan Mann

Fr. Ryan welcomes back Fr. Boniface to the podcast as they discuss the gift of Advent, a time of preparation and waiting.  They dive into gift giving, how our hearts respond this time of year, and what the Lord might be saying to us through the gifts we give and receive. 

 

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486. Eternal Rest - Praying for the Dead, Funerals, and Grief with Fr. Ryan and Don Ferfolia

Fr. Ryan welcomes Don Ferfolia of Ferfolia Funeral Homes to the podcast in this month of November as we especially remember to pray for the souls of those who have passed.  The two discuss funerals, supporting those who have lost a loved one, how to accept support, planning, and tips for those grieving, especially around the holidays. 

 

Ferfolia Funeral Homes: https://www.ferfoliafuneralhomes.com/

 

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482. Don’t Freak Out and Other Helpful Discernment Tips with Fr. Eric Garris

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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479. A Church at Prayer with Fr. Boniface Hicks and Fr. Ryan Mann

Fr. Ryan sits down with Fr. Boniface, acclaimed author, speaker, and spiritual director for a conversation about prayer.  The two dive into different topics surrounding prayer including where to start, how to go deeper, and share personal stories about their own prayer life. 

 

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470. Fall Routines with Fr. Ryan Mann and Cari Reagan

As we enter into the fall, we are given time to begin new routines of prayer in our lives.  We are encouraged to slow down and contemplate the beauty that surrounds us in our daily lives, from the changing colors of the leaves to the smile of a baby.  

 

The Hallow App: https://hallow.com/ 

The Year of Beauty: http://basilthegreat.org/yearofbeauty 

 

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462. St. Basil Reading List with Katie Rosen and Cari Reagan

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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422. Praying Through Strokes With Tommy Dome

Surviving several strokes has been a journey of reflection and prayer with the Lord for St. Basil's Director of Evangelization, Tommy Dome.

330. Bishop Woost speaks to Men’s Ministry on Prayer

Bishop Michael Woost shares what can and will happen if prayer if we approach it humbly and consistently

24. Bishop Amos - Love of God - Talk1- Parish Mission 2019

Bishop Amos provides practical tips regarding prayer, distraction, and preparation. He also teaches the ancient trustworthy prayer practice of Lectio Divina and its different parts.