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A powerful message on sharing your faith story and how personal testimony can lead others to Jesus. Through stories of conversion, healing, and evangelization, this talk shows how ordinary people can become witnesses to God&rsquo;s love.
This is Episode 8 of 12 featuring Nicolas Simoni, presenting on how to share your testimony.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps.

E8 | Your Testimony Can Change Lives

In this week&#39;s episode of Catholic ReCon, testimonies from reverts and converts, former NBA All Star Gordon Hayward shares his journey from Lutheran to Catholic. Gordon Hayward is a retired American professional basketball player who played 14 seasons in the NBA. Known for his versatility as a small forward, he is most famous for leading the Butler Bulldogs to the 2010 NCAA Championship game and his 2017 All-Star season with the Utah Jazz. #Catholic #NBA #Testimony #Conversion #UtahJazz #charlottehornets #bostonceltics #joemazzulla #podcast #catholicconversion #CatholicChurch #Jesus #Christ #CatholicAnswers #Bible ▶To support this channel, visit donorbox.org/catholic_recon▶This is the home of powerful, real-life faith transformations 🔔 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE CONVERSION STORIES: @CatholicReCon Conversion stories are shared weekly. If you&#39;d like to share your personal testimony, please fill out the form here: forms.fillout.com/t/i9Jm9y2KXjus Wherever you are on the journey, God bless you.

Why NBA All Star Gordon Hayward Became Catholic

Season 3Heroic Minutes are the quickest and easiest ways transform your life by putting into action simple practices that will help you live a heroic lifestyle.Hosted by Jon Leonetti

Heroic Minute - Season 3

The fourth Pillar of Stewardship is service: an outward response to the gifts we have received from the Lord. This session shares the beautiful story of how The Lord's Diner not only provides food for those who are hungry, but also an opportunity for men and women to put this Pillar into action.

The Lord's Diner

Discover

A practical guide to evangelization through prayer, the Eucharist, witness, and the Holy Spirit. This talk explores how ordinary Catholics can live on mission and become powerful witnesses of God&rsquo;s love in everyday life.
This is Episode 9 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps.

E9 | The Evangelization Toolkit

None of us can truly prepare for the death of a loved one and the sadness that it brings. However, our faith can bring blessings even out of mourning, as the Bergkamp family shows after the unexpected death of their son Brian. It is never easy, but Christian mourning can bring us closer to God.

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn

The only recorded audio of Father Kapaun kicks off this series on the Beatitudes. Afterwards, Father John Lanzrath and Joe Farris return to help us understand how Jesus calls us to the blessings and fulfilment of the Kingdom of God through the Beatitudes. We hope you join us on this journey!

An Introduction to the Beatitudes

In this episode Jon encourages to strengthen the bond of love with their wives which will bring unity to their families and other relationships.

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#3 Bond of Love

More than a service project, this Pillar of Stewardship calls us to a deeper transformation of heart. Father Lanzrath and Joe Farris discuss how we can help develop a heart for service and servant leadership.

Service Continued

Forgiveness isn&rsquo;t optional&mdash;it&rsquo;s a command. And the cost of ignoring it runs deeper than most men realize. In this episode, Tom and Dean break open the real weight of unforgiveness&mdash;spiritually, emotionally, and even physically&mdash;and show why letting go is the only path to freedom.
What You&rsquo;ll Learn ✅ Why forgiveness is a decision, not a feeling ✅ The real cost of holding grudges ✅ How pride, fear, and doubt block forgiveness ✅ A practical way to begin forgiving today

Why Forgiveness Feels Impossible—and How to Do It 

Heroic Word | Episode 2 | It’s Trinity Sunday this weekend! So how does the Holy Trinity equip us to go on mission and reach men? Watch this episode to actually get excited about what it means to spread the good news!<a href="https://heroicmen.circle.so/c/heroic-word/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join the Heroic Word Group</a>

Made for Mission | Holy Trinity Sunday

THIS FILM INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED Man was not meant to “go it alone,” but to be in communion with others. It is important to build close friendships with other men of faith. Master Sergeant Sompaul Vorapanich shares lessons on the importance of brotherhood.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach – Episode 2: Brotherhood

El hombre no creó para “estar solo”, sino en comunión con otros. Es importante forjar amistades cercanas con otros hombres de fe. El Sargento Maestro Sompaul Vorapanich comparte las lecciones sobre la importancia de la fraternidad.

Fraternidad

La vida del creyente es una batalla espiritual. El hombre tiene múltiples armas espirituales en la lucha contra Satanás, y hay mucho en juego. Don O’Mara narra su experiencia de abuso y adicción, y cómo encontró el perdón y la libertad en Cristo.

Batalla Espiritual

Heroic Word | Episode 5 | How much does the Kingdom grow through our own efforts? Watch this episode to understand the beautiful relationship between our work and God's grace in preparing for the harvest!<h2>Heroic Brotherhood Meetup</h2><a href="https://heroicmen.circle.so/c/events/heroic-word-live" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Join the live event</a> each Thursday with Mike, in the Heroic Brotherhood!

How God Grows His Kingdom

La presencia y participación de un padre amoroso es crucial en el desarrollo de los hijos. La verdadera paternidad tiene su modelo en Dios Padre. El exjugador de la MLB Mike Sweeney comparte cómo la fe de un hombre da forma a su papel de padre.

Paternidad

As men, we often associate meekness with weakness, but we couldn't be more wrong. Daniel and Sarah Dellasega show us how to live strength with love and trust in God, even in difficult moments. When we do this, we grow in likeness to Christ our Good Shepherd, just as Father Kapaun did.

Blessed Are the Meek

Heroic Word | Episode 10 | Many of us have heard the miracle of feeding the five thousand, but Mike leads us into focusing on what happened after the miracle. Dive into this Sunday's gospel with new eyes and see all the Lord has for us.<a href="https://brotherhood.heroicmen.org/c/heroic-word/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Join the Heroic Word Group</a> | Meet up with Mike on the weekly Heroic Word call!

The Miracle on the Mountain

Hay una “batalla por el alma misma de la familia”. El servicio de un hombre a su familia requiere sacrificios. Greg y Julie Alexander explica que descubrir la verdadera naturaleza del matrimonio transormó su relación y a su familia.

Familia

Why Heroic Men

Heroic Word | Episode 6 | Our Lord leads us into storms, but He does not abandon us. Watch this episode to see the goodness of Our Lord as he takes care of his children in the midst of the storm.<a href="https://heroicmen.circle.so/c/heroic-word/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Join the Heroic Word Group</a>

Jesus is Not "Safe"

"As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace." (1 Peter 4:10). Indeed, everything we have is a gift from God that is given to help us return to heaven. Much more than focusing on money, this video introduces a spirituality of Stewardship that helps us recognize and receive all of God's gifts and share them with others.

Introduction to the Stewardship Way of Life

THIS FILM INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED There is a “battle for the very soul of the family.” Men’s service of their families requires sacrifice. Greg and Julie Alexander explain how discovering the true nature of marriage transformed their relationship and their family.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach – Episode 5: Family

A celebration of faith and music: The Litany of St. Joseph in Song
On a remarkable evening in Calgary, the Catholic community gathered for a joyous and family-friendly musical event, one that resonated with men, women, and children alike. This spiritually uplifting concert was a tribute to the power of faith expressed through music, offering a rich blend of tradition, talent, and devotion.
Held in honor of St. Joseph&mdash;the Patron Saint of Canada&mdash;the event brought together voices from across the Diocese of Calgary. Selected choirs from various parishes performed sacred music that echoed the dignity and strength of this holy figure. These harmonious offerings set the tone for an unforgettable evening of reverence and unity.
At the heart of the evening was the world premiere of an original musical setting of the Litany of St. Joseph. Composed and conducted by Alberta&rsquo;s own Carlos Foggin&mdash;an award-winning maestro known for his dynamic leadership&mdash;this debut was the crescendo of the night. It marked not just a musical milestone but a spiritual one, inviting all in attendance into a deeper reflection on the virtues of St. Joseph.
The concert was more than a performance; it was a prayer in song, a communal act of praise during the 2025 Jubilee Year Celebrations. As part of the global theme Pilgrims of Hope, the evening offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness history through harmony and faith.
This recording captures the spirit of the event&mdash;its reverence, its joy, and its call to unity through music. We invite you to experience this sacred celebration and to stay connected for more spiritual opportunities in the days ahead.

Litany of St. Joseph - Live Concert

A moving message on God&rsquo;s fatherly love, the true purpose of evangelization, and why the Gospel begins with intimacy&mdash;not fear. This talk explores freedom, grace, and the mission to bring God&rsquo;s love to every heart.
This is Episode 2 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps

E2 | The Heart of Evangelization

Get the cutting edge magazine for Christ-centered masculinity and brotherhood, to build the future of Catholic men. <a href="https://heroicmen.org/donate" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pay it forward at $10 p/month</a>, and give 10 men free access to this app, and get this magazine mailed to you every 3 months. Inside, you get field-tested wisdom, stories from the trenches, and the mindset shifts men need to build strong families, brotherhood, and parish communities.

The Future of Catholic Men | The Heroic Man Magazine #2

Into the Breach is a groundbreaking 12-episode video series from the Knights of Columbus that seeks to answer what it means to be a Catholic man in today’s world. Inspired by Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted’s apostolic exhortation to Catholic men, Into the Breach tells men they are made for greatness and challenges them to achieve it by founding their lives on God and pursuing heroic virtue. Each episode explores a different aspect of authentic Catholic masculinity and features well-known Catholic speakers, as well as the personal story of a man who has deeply experienced the episode’s topic in his own life. Speakers include Dr. Scott Hahn, Fr. Mike Schmitz, Jason Evert and many others. The episodes can be used for individual personal enrichment and for group discussion.This content was created for and is most appropriate for use by men or men’s groups.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach 

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Do you let fear dictate your life, or do you trust in God? The virtue of courage helps us face difficult circumstances and remain strong in pursuing what is good.

Courage

When we realize that love is willing the good of the other and sacrificing for them, we come to realize that love is the manliest of virtues. This video explores the many ways Father Kapaun sacrificed for his boys and showed them the love of Christ, encouraging us to do the same.

Love

Fatherhood

Session 2: Invitation
No one walks without first being invited. In this session we seek to better understand God’s call to holiness and how much he desires us to journey with Him. (12 minutes)

Episode 2 - Invitation 

Heroic Minutes are the quickest and easiest ways transform your life by putting into action simple practices that will help you live a heroic lifestyle.Hosted by Jon Leonetti

Heroic Minute

Through hospitality, the first pillar of Stewardship, we become a visible sign of Christ's love for others. This video shares the story of Kevin Rathert, who was in need of a double-organ transplant due to a rare disease, and how through the generosity of another family he was able to come to know Christ's love in a new way.

Hospitality: Kevin Rathert's Story

Christ spent 40 days in the desert to prepare for his mission. We only ask 30, and make it easy. Join men and focus on a prayer-charged, 30-day sprint to bring God back into your daily routine.&nbsp;
 Get a daily email with a video. No obligation. No credit card. No chance you stay the same.&nbsp;
 Challenge a brother to take it this Heroic 30 with you. At the end, go for coffee, and take a photo together. Send it in. Let's show North America that men are rising.
<div class="con-kit-quark con-kit-quark-lead" data-quark="block" data-font-kit-type="m" data-block-key="8r4b3">"This 31-day challenge invites men to copy St. Joseph, patron of the Universal Church, and model of heroic virtue. </div>
<div class="con-kit-quark con-kit-quark-paragraph" data-quark="block" data-font-kit-type="m" data-block-key="t2jc">"This March (dedicated to St. Joseph), we honor him through daily acts of prayer, reflection, and action. Each day focuses on a key aspect of heroic virtue&mdash;fortitude, justice, prudence, and temperance&mdash;while highlighting St. Joseph's role as protector, provider, and silent servant. Practicing these virtues will help men face modern challenges with courage, self-sacrifice, and faithfullness to God's will."</div>

Heroic30 Renew Men Challenge

There are many sources of skepticism about God's unconditional love. We live in a society of Murphy's Law, where people presume that all good news is simply too good to be true. While the existence of God and the soul are challenging enough to a habitually skeptical culture, add the concept of "love" and the skepticism intensifies. But people who recognize the scientific or philosophical evidence for the existence of a Creator, Father Spitzer draws a necessary connection between an intelligent Creator and a loving God
The choice and the goal both lie before us. God calls us to a relationship of unconditional love, a transcendent destiny of eternal life, but we are free to choose. We must contend with human and spiritual evil, but through prayer we can draw strength from God. Are you ready to put your faith and trust totally in him?

Transcendence: Is Unconditional Love Real?

The four levels of happiness are interconnected and there is a natural progression moving up the four levels. However, one of the four levels is going to be most dominant in your life. The choice you make reveals which level of happiness is your priority. As you repeatedly resolve conflicts of desire in favor of one particular level, that kind of happiness becomes your meaning in life. You start living for it and the other levels fade into the background.
The desires of Level 2 motivate us to pursue many good things. It is very good to achieve a lot with our lives—to further our education, to have status, security, self-esteem, and the power to get things done. But people who get caught up in the "comparison game" can find themselves trapped. Moving on to Levels 3 and 4 becomes necessary if they are to avoid unhappiness.

The Comparison Game

Session 6: Fortitude
There’s no getting around it: pilgrimages are hard. We need fortitude, not just for a short moment of courage, but for the strength to push on through pain and challenges. Thankfully, Father Kapaun is a great example of fortitude, and so are our fellow pilgrims. (10 minutes)

Episode 6 - Fortitude

Heroic Word | Episode 7 | There are many storms in life but there is only One who can lead us through them. Watch this episode to dive deeper in the wonders of Gods mercy and power.<a href="https://heroicmen.circle.so/c/heroic-word/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Join the Heroic Word Group</a>

Lord Over All Storms

"Happiness, love, freedom, and suffering are all connected. When put together, they express our true dignity and destiny as we are guided on our way to greater love in Christ.
In this powerful lesson, we will examine the four kinds of love, storge (affection), filia (friendship), eros (romantic love), and agape (unconditional love). We will also see how suffering can contribute to our pursuit of happiness, instead of detracting from it. Suffering can be redemptive, and can lead to humility, compassion, and virtue. It can also redirect our attention, snapping us out of superficial distractions and complacency by forcing us to look—perhaps for the first time—at the deeper purpose for our lives."

Happiness, Love, and Suffering

La oración debe ser prioridad en la vida del hombre. La adoración eucarística, la lectura de la escritura, y el rosario son vitales para la oración. Robert Feeney cuenta su historia del poder de la oración en la guerra de Vietnam y la vida en general

Oración

Jon Leonetti shares the story of St. Paul Miki and how his story is relevant for men today. 

#9 St. Paul Miki

Heroic Word | Episode 8 | Men, Mike Donovan is on the move! Join him as he unpacks this Sunday's Gospel. What are the three essential habits we need, and why do they matter for our call to mission?<a href="https://brotherhood.heroicmen.org/c/heroic-word/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Join the Heroic Word Group</a> | Meet up with Mike on the weekly Heroic Word call!

The 3 Habits of Missionary Discipleship

Can one man make a difference in the world? Join Catholic speaker Joe Farris as we learn about the life of Servant of God Emil Kapaun and the virtues that made a difference to the men he served. Father Kapaun was a Catholic priest and Army Chaplain who served in the farming communities of Kansas, and on the battlefields and in the prison camps of Korea until his eventual death. Awarded the Medal of Honor in 2013, he is a model of manhood for all of us who strive to live a life of virtue.

The Story of Father Kapaun

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THIS FILM INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED The life of a believer is a spiritual battle. Men have multiple spiritual weapons in the fight against Satan, and the stakes are high. Don O’Mara recounts his experience with abuse and addiction and finding forgiveness and freedom in Christ.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach – Episode 10: Spiritual Warfare

Deacon Harold & Ace McKay cue up the playlist to talk about "Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word" by Sir Elton John

Playist Edition: Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word

THIS FILM INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED Suffering is a mystery which can bring us closer to God and help us grow in holiness. The answer to suffering is Jesus Christ. Frank Ramirez shares his story of responding to intense suffering by worshiping God.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach – Episode 8: Suffering

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How do we avoid the culture of conformity? One of the biggest challenges we face as Catholics is aligning our desires with the truth of the Gospel instead of the culture at large. As Pope St. John Paul II stated, “man is more valuable for what he is than what he has ”. In Episode Two, Andreas Widmer and Luke Burgis lead us to discover why it's important to make intentional choices to conform our life to Christ and the Gospel, instead of defaulting to the ways of others.

The Culture of Conformity | The Gospel of Work | E2

In this session we return to Father Kapaun, who just months before his capture reminded his troops that there will come a time when each of us must make a choice between being loyal to the true faith or giving our allegiance to something else. Faced with persecutions to make him choose the easy route, Father Kapaun stood firm in his faith and encourages us to do the same.

Blessed are They who are Persecuted for the Sake of Righteousness

<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/129Yvn3eFe5aWlLN2CdhVaJMmAPCtiP_L/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download Guidebook</a> | <a href="https://www.cioccacenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ciocca Center</a> | What is work for? Is it a punishment? When we look at work in the Catholic tradition, it’s not simply a task we get done to get on with life - it IS life! As Catholics, how are we called to engage in the vocation of work? In this first episode, Andreas Widmer and Catholic business professionals explore work as part of our calling as human persons and a means to our sanctification. We are invited to continue God's creation.

An Introduction | The Gospel of Work | E1

<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/129Yvn3eFe5aWlLN2CdhVaJMmAPCtiP_L/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download Guidebook</a> | <a href="https://www.cioccacenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ciocca Center</a> | In Episode Seven, Andreas Widmer introduces his concept of CSR: Create, Support and Reward. Work is a reflection of our social nature. When we work, “we don’t just make more, we become more.” We flourish and grow our God given gifts and talents as we provide services for the common good of our community.

The Social Nature of Business | The Gospel of Work  | E7

<a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/virtue-series-OM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Operations Manual</a> | <a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/virtue-series-SG.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Study Guide</a> | “Father Kapaun proved himself to be the greatest example of manhood that I’ve ever seen in my life.” The most decorated Chaplain in US Army History, Servant of God Emil Kapaun’s story inspires us and reminds us that every man can achieve the greatness to which God has called us. The Kapaun’s Men Virtue Series features two of Kapaun's fellow Prisoners of War and invites you to dive into the life of Father Kapaun and the virtues he exemplified. In addition, men from many walks of life help you to understand what virtue looks like in today’s world. Intended to be completed in participation with other men, Kapaun’s Men is designed to help men accompany one another as we respond to God’s invitation to greatness. (7 Sessions)

Kapaun’s Men Virtue Series (Series One)

<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/129Yvn3eFe5aWlLN2CdhVaJMmAPCtiP_L/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download Guidebook</a> | <a href="https://www.cioccacenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ciocca Center</a> | Episode Six focuses on humility and detachment, encouraging us to think less of ourselves and worldly materials so that we remain rooted in Christ. Humility gives us the wisdom to understand our strengths and weaknesses (or talents and non-talents) so that we can use our own gifts for the glory of God and recognize the contribution of others.

Humility and Detachment | The Gospel of Work | E6

THIS FILM INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED Christ offers his grace through the sacraments. The Eucharist and Confession need to be central to every man’s life. Jared Zimmerer explores how his experience as a bodybuilder helps him understand aspects of the sacramental life.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach – Episode 9: Sacramental Life

Brothers, we’re living in a time when manhood has been marginalized and undervalued, and it’s our duty to reclaim it. We have a dire need for brotherhood— a staggering 31% of Catholic men don't have a single friend! We men have a mandate from God on page 2 of Sacred Scripture: to serve, protect, and defend. But here’s the kicker: We can’t do it alone. Even Jesus needed help carrying His cross. We’re in a culture of compromise, where men have become too comfortable and complacent. It’s time to rise up and lead with courage, just like Matathias did during the epic wars of the Maccabees. We need to a new generation of Godly men. This isn’t just about us; it’s about the future of our families, our churches, and our culture. The strength we need comes from the Lord. So let’s band together and transform lives, because the harvest is plentiful, and the laborers are few. We need you, heroic men of God! <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heroicmen.org/give">Donate to Heroic Men</a>

God's Mandate for Men: Why Brotherhood Makes us Stronger with Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers

<a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/stewardship-series-OM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Operations Manual</a> | <a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/stewardship-series-SG.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Study Guide</a> | Want to have an extraordinary life? In this second video series, Kapaun's Men examines how the concept of Stewardship helps us recognize the unique set of gifts God has given to each of us and how to use those gifts well. By focusing on Hospitality, Prayer, Formation and Service, this 10-part series helps us live as a gift to others and leave behind a legacy for our family, friends, and the world. As our model, Father Emil Kapaun, taught, "God gave us our gifts, not for our own glory or pride, but that we might use them for God's greater honor and glory. Use your gifts to help your fellow man as much as you can." (10 Sessions) Please Note: This series is intended to follow the Kapaun’s Men Virtue Series, which introduces you to the life and virtues of Servant of God Emil Kapaun.&nbsp;

Kapaun’s Men Stewardship Series (Series Two)

<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/129Yvn3eFe5aWlLN2CdhVaJMmAPCtiP_L/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download Guidebook</a> | <a href="https://www.cioccacenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ciocca Center</a> | Prayer is the cornerstone of The Gospel of Work. In Episode Four, Andreas explains how through daily prayerful examinations, we become more attuned to our daily habits and actions in our work. Prayer develops virtue and roots out faint-heartedness, strengthening us to live out our vocation to work in love.

Prayer | The Gospel of Work | E4

<a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pilgrimage-series-OM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Operations Manual</a> | <a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/pilgrimage-series-SG.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Study Guide</a> | The formation series offered by Kapaun's Men are designed to help spur discussion among men about practical and pertinent spiritual matters. Based on Father Kapaun's life and spirituality, the videos are open to men of all levels. With great topics for discussion and weekly challenges, they are sure to make a lasting impression.

Kapaun's Men Pilgrimage Series

"The historicity of Jesus's Resurrection is important on a personal level in the same way as evidence from near-death experiences: it provides evidence of life after death, evidence that there is something transcendent about us beyond just our bodies, something that continues to live. Moreover, Jesus promised that he would rise from the dead, and that we would as well. Jesus keeps his promises."

Level 4 Evidence: The Resurrection

Levels 1 and 2 aren't bad; they simply aren't enough. Though it may seem easy to get stuck in the pursuit of pleasure or status, we all have deeper needs that call us to higher levels of happiness. It can be difficult to overcome habits that focus on the lower levels, but the effort brings us closer to our true self and gives us a liberating and renewed sense of our real purpose.
Once we move outside ourselves (past Level 2) to a concern for others (Level 3), we are faced with the wider world in which we discover a loving Creator calling us to our transcendent destiny (Level 4) and a shared eternal relationship with him.

The Faith to Reach Transcendence

<h2><a title="Pre Course Survey" href="https://share.hsforms.com/1yhXoHIEWTtuwRR6yIM302gq8a94" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Before starting this course take a quick survey</a></h2>
12-Session Small Group Course
Course Description This course is a small-group guide built around Bishop Scott McCaig&rsquo;s presentation on evangelization, designed to be discussed in community. Across 12 episodes, you&rsquo;ll explore what it means to live the faith outwardly and how to share the Gospel with clarity, charity, and confidence&mdash;without losing the personal, relational heart of Christian mission.
Each session includes discussion questions that help your group:
Connect the teaching to real-life leadership and everyday faith, move from ideas to practical habits, and encourage accompaniment&mdash;helping people come to Christ and grow as disciples. Perfect for parish leaders, small group leaders, youth ministry volunteers, and anyone who wants a clear, usable evangelization plan grounded in Catholic life and practice.

Evangelization Toolkit: Practical Catholic Disciple-Making (Bishop Scott McCaig)

Learning to give mercy can be difficult for us as men, but it's one of the first steps in truly coming to know the love of God. Just before his death Father Kapaun made the decision to forgive his captors who allowed so many men to die and to ask for their forgiveness. This session will help us to embrace our own need for God's mercy and in turn share that mercy with others.

Mercy

The Warrior's Mind: Emotional Intelligence &mdash; The Secret Superpower Most Men Aren&rsquo;t Using
For generations, men have been taught to toughen up, power through, and suppress emotions &mdash; but what if that old mindset is holding you back? In The Warrior's Mind, we unpack the real-world, battle-tested skill most men are ignoring: Emotional Intelligence.
In this no-fluff, straight-talking series, executive coach and combat veteran Maruk shares how mastering your emotions isn&rsquo;t about being soft &mdash; it&rsquo;s about getting an edge. Whether you want to lead your family with strength, succeed at work, or stop sabotaging your own progress, Emotional Intelligence is the force multiplier you've been missing.
Through practical, down-to-earth lessons, you'll learn:
✅ How to stop emotions from hijacking your decisions ✅ How to defuse anger and stay focused under pressure ✅ How to reconnect with what really motivates you ✅ How to read people, build trust, and avoid drama ✅ How to take the first step to build meaningful relationships ✅ How Emotional Intelligence can transform not just your work &mdash; but your life
This isn&rsquo;t theory. These are proven, actionable tools &mdash; drawn from Maruk's time in elite military units, Fortune 500 boardrooms, and thousands of coaching hours &mdash; designed to help you lead better, live better, and build a legacy you&rsquo;re proud of.
If you&rsquo;ve ever thought, &ldquo;I know I can be better, but something keeps getting in the way,&rdquo; &mdash; this series is your roadmap.

The Warrior's Mind | Emotional Intelligence: The Secret Superpower Most Men Aren’t Using

An album of epic music with deep, manly voices, created to help the men of Heroic Men learn prayers through bold, memorable songs. | <a href="https://samply.app/p/y7hxR9NsTAFZW4fFuLtM?si=VzKNZx8FbVP1oQFod0bPxQG3dQp1">Download these songs free</a> |&nbsp;Think war chants, monks in thunderous prayer, knights marching toward battle. This is a celebration of the divine masculinity of God, and of the goodness found in strength, focus, power, and the raw muscle and bone of the God-Man Jesus, who spent thirty years in hard labor before beginning His ministry.
Songs to awaken something fierce in men's chest, and restore the glory of being a man, fully alive.
This collection of concept music was commissioned and generated by Dominic de Souza.

Heroic Prayer Chants for Men

A powerful teaching on spiritual gifts, the role of the Holy Spirit, and how every Christian is called to help advance the mission of the Church. This talk explores charisms, evangelization, and the balance between structure and Spirit in Catholic life.
This is Episode 6 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps

E6 | The Holy Spirit Builds the Church

"You cannot form Stewards if the pews are empty." Father John Lanzrath shares why hospitality is actually the first Pillar of Stewardship because it opens our hearts to receive the Gospel.

Hospitality Continued

In this season finale, The Point Man sit down with special guest Ryan Foley—husband, father, military veteran, and Catholic entrepreneur—for a powerful conversation on faith, work, and mission. As the Church transitions from Lent and Easter into Ordinary Time, this episode explores the deeper meaning of the “now what” in our spiritual lives.Ryan shares his journey from military and security consulting into full-time apostolic work, and how consecrating businesses, families, and daily life to the Sacred Heart transforms not just outcomes—but purpose. Together, they unpack what it means to live out faith beyond big moments, embracing Ordinary Time as the place where real growth, leadership, and holiness take root.From balancing work and family to redefining success as “eternal return on investment,” this episode challenges men to see their homes, careers, and communities as true apostolates.Plus, a heartfelt season wrap-up, personal check-ins, and a reminder: the journey isn’t over—it’s just beginning.Show Notes:The Fruit of Her Womb: 33 Days of Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary by Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB Referenced by Chris during the episode as he and his family prepare to consecrate their daughter, Juliana, to Our Lady. Season Sponsor: Arena Collective Special thanks to Jared Miguez and the Arena Collective team for sponsoring Season 9 of the Point Man Podcast. If you&apos;re a friend of this show, there&apos;s a good chance you already know Jared through his involvement in the parish, the local community, and countless initiatives around town.Whether you&apos;re looking for help growing your business, navigating real estate decisions, planning your estate, or finding trusted guidance for your family, Jared and his team are committed to serving others with excellence and integrity.Learn more at: <a href='https://be.arenacollective.com'>www.arenacollective.com</a> About Our Guest: Ryan FoleyRyan Foley is a Catholic entrepreneur, military veteran, husband, and father dedicated to helping lay Catholics live their faith through their families, businesses, and communities. Throughout the episode, Ryan shares insights from his work helping business leaders consecrate their companies to the Sacred Heart and build organizations rooted in Catholic social teaching.Ryan has been involved with numerous apostolic and leadership initiatives, including:<ul><li>Mission Network – Supporting and coordinating Catholic apostolates and evangelization efforts.</li><li>Conquest Boys Clubs and Challenge Girls Clubs – Youth formation programs focused on developing virtue and leadership.</li><li>The Catholic CEO – A growing network helping Catholic business leaders integrate faith into leadership, culture, and decision-making through consecration, community, and formation.</li><li>Covenant Eyes – A leading accountability and screen-monitoring platform helping individuals, families, and organizations pursue digital integrity and freedom from pornography.</li></ul>

Season 9 Finale: Bring Jesus to Work (w/ Ryan Foley)

The uncommon courage of ordinary men who lived with fire in their souls.
In an age when manhood is under siege, these four saints stand like watchmen on the wall&mdash;men forged in the furnace of history, defiant in the face of tyranny, and unwavering in their devotion to truth. 4 Modern Saints for Men is a gripping, soul-stirring mini-series by Father Andrew Deacon Bennett that reveals how St. Thomas More, St. John Henry Newman, Blessed Jerzy Popiełuszko, and Blessed Vasyl Velychkovsky each became heroic witnesses to Christ in a hostile world.
🔹 Thomas More, the lion-hearted lawyer who chose a martyr&rsquo;s crown over political compromise. 🔹 John Henry Newman, the intellectual warrior who traded worldly accolades for the radical fidelity of faith. 🔹 Jerzy Popiełuszko, the priest who challenged communism with a microphone and a rosary. 🔹 Vasyl Velychkovsky, the bishop who risked everything to shepherd an underground Church through Soviet terror.
Each episode reveals how these men embraced sacrifice, led with conviction, and became beacons of courage for today&rsquo;s Catholic man. This isn&rsquo;t just history&mdash;it&rsquo;s a manual for spiritual battle. Because in every generation, God raises up men who refuse to bow.

4 Modern Saints for Men

Amazingly powerful podcasts curated from all over to help strengthen the man!

Podcasts

Father Lanzrath and Joe Farris explore the importance of brotherhood and the family to formation and our ultimate goal of getting to heaven. Father Kapaun encouraged his men to bond together to keep their hope alive in the Prisoner of War camp.

Formation Continued

<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/129Yvn3eFe5aWlLN2CdhVaJMmAPCtiP_L/view?usp=drive_link" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download the Guidebook</a> | <a href="https://www.cioccacenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit Ciocca Center</a> | What is the purpose of work? Why do so many of us struggle to find meaning in our jobs or careers? In this 8-part video series led by Andreas Widmer, The Gospel of Work wrestles with the significance of work, and how to find purpose in our work, no matter the field in which we labor. Work should be liberating and infuse you with purpose: it should sanctify you! In this series of short videos from the Ciocca Center, get re-engaged to find joy and meaning in your work. Learn what Scripture and Tradition have to say about the vocation and the meaning of work. Discover the important role it plays in our human flourishing. Experience this good news for yourself and to take away the life-giving fruits of your labor. Ready to not just make more, but become more through your work? Start watching the&nbsp;Gospel of Work&nbsp;right now! Share it with a brother, and consider using it for a small group with other men.

Gospel of Work

Father John Lanzrath and Joe Farris discuss how spending our time in prayer orders the rest of our lives, how Father Kapaun stayed close to the Lord on the battlefield, and how prayer is like going to the gym.

Prayer Continued

A passionate call for the Church to embrace a new era of evangelization with courage, love, and clarity. This talk explores Vatican II, the Gospel mission, and why Christians must advance into the modern world instead of retreating from it.
This is Episode 4 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps

E4 | Advance, Don’t Retreat

THIS FILM INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED The presence and involvement of a loving father is critical in the development of a child. True fatherhood models itself on God the Father. Former MLB player Mike Sweeney shares how the faith of a man should shape his role as a father.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach – Episode 4: Fatherhood

Adam's youngest son, John, locked himself in the bathroom. No big deal — kid's fine, sang songs in there for forty-five minutes like a champ. The problem was the doorknob. Broken cam, broken spring, faceplate screws on the wrong side, and no way in. So Adam did what any father of six at the end of a long day does: he took an angle grinder to the thing and ground the entire doorknob into a pile of metal shards on the floor. Dave's suggestion — order the door open under holy obedience — came in a little too late.Then Dave told on himself. Reseating a toilet, scraping the wax ring, already in a state of borderline rage. He bumped the tank against the tile and cracked it. In a fit of Herculean fury he hoisted the seat over his head, ready to Hulk-smash it into a million pieces — and heard, somewhere, his guardian angel. Jesus doesn't want you to do this. He set it down. Didn't destroy it. And got rewarded for it: American Standard honored a lifetime warranty he didn't know he had and shipped him a $1,600 toilet, free, to replace the $200 one he broke. Resisting the rage paid out at eight to one.Then a quieter note. Baby Mary is still in the NICU. They got her off the breathing tube — she lasted about 24 hours before she had to be re-intubated. Good progress, long road still ahead. Oklahoma City's two hours off, the kids are out of school, and the Minihans are looking at hiring a nanny. But Adam wanted to brag on Lady Haylee. A stranger at the NICU left her a handwritten note and a crochet sweater with Mary's name on it — telling Haylee her faith had been an encouragement, that God is using her right there in that place. Haylee wasn't trying to be a witness. She was just being a mother in a hard place. That's exactly why it landed. Keep praying for Mary.This week's pour: Smoke Wagon Uncut Unfiltered Straight Bourbon from Nevada H&amp;C Distilling out of Las Vegas. 59.29% ABV — hand-written on the bottle, so every batch runs a little different. Hot, full-flavored, plenty of grit. Jim's yummy scale gave it a 6.0, which broke the scale, because the scale apparently only went to four until tonight.Then the real work. The spiritual significance of manual labor. Summer's coming — the season of labor — and the guys make the case that work isn't a curse of the fall. Adam was tending the garden before sin entered the world. His very name comes from the dirt — adamah — made from it, named for it, made to work it. St. Augustine: what's more wonderful than to watch God's creation respond to human hands? Aquinas gives his four reasons for manual labor — obtain your livelihood, remove idleness, curb concupiscence ("I'm almost too tired to sin"), and give alms from the surplus. And the deeper distinction: servile work, done out of necessity, and liberal work, done for the sake of rest. We don't work to work. We work so we can look at what we've made, see that it is good, and rest. Same thing a man does in the soil, he does for his wife — order the environment so the thing entrusted to him can thrive. Protect, provide, establish.It's hard. It's supposed to be. What did you think hard was going to be? The man who can fix things is a threat to the throwaway culture — and the same will that fixes a thing is the will that prays the rosary on the morning you'd rather not. Raise your glass.<h2>TOPICS COVERED</h2><ul><li>Adam grinding his kid's bathroom doorknob into shards with an angle grinder after his son John got locked in</li><li>Dave nearly Hulk-smashing a toilet seat in a fit of rage — and the guardian angel that stopped him</li><li>How resisting the rage earned Dave a free $1,600 American Standard toilet under a lifetime warranty</li><li>Baby Mary update — off the breathing tube for 24 hours, re-intubated, long road still ahead</li><li>The Minihans looking at hiring a full-time nanny with the kids out of school</li><li>The handwritten note and crochet sweater a stranger left Lady Haylee at the NICU</li><li>How you carry suffering as a Christian can be a witness even when you're not trying to be one</li><li>Bourbon of the week: Smoke Wagon Uncut Unfiltered Straight Bourbon, Nevada H&amp;C Distilling, 59.29% ABV</li><li>Jim's yummy scale hitting 6.0 and breaking its own four-point ceiling</li><li>Why we even have to talk about manual labor when it used to be everybody's daily life</li><li>Attention as agency — guarding what you direct your mind toward in a world built to fracture it</li><li>Acedia, apathy, and becoming a cog flung to and fro like Francesca in Dante's ninth circle</li><li>"The world fears the man who can fix things" — Fr. Mori of Clear Creek Abbey</li><li>Throwaway culture and why things are programmed now instead of built to be repaired</li><li>Adam's M6 Marketing memo on "character without exception" — work and life are one line, not two</li><li>Manual labor in Genesis — Adam tending the garden before the fall, not after</li><li>Adamah — why the first man was made from dirt, named for dirt, and made to work it</li><li>St. Augustine on God's creation responding to human hands</li><li>Aquinas's four necessities of manual labor: livelihood, removing idleness, curbing concupiscence, giving alms</li><li>"I'm almost too tired to sin" — why a hard day's work curbs temptation</li><li>Servile work vs. liberal work — laboring out of necessity vs. laboring for the sake of rest</li><li>Josef Pieper and the Catholic mind: we work so that we can rest</li><li>Why hard is supposed to be hard, and how it trains the will</li><li>Choosing to pray the rosary on the morning you've already decided you won't</li><li>Self-sacrificial love — doing the dishes when you don't want to, because she shouldn't have to</li><li>Prayer as both work and rest — peace as the tranquility of order in this life, rest in the next</li><li>Why unstructured, leisurely time is where the desire to write, paint, and create actually surfaces</li><li>Passing the habit of manual labor — and the courage to fix things — down to your kids</li><li>"It's not about the nail" — the philosophy of life behind refusing to just throw things away</li></ul> <h2>REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE</h2>Books &amp; Writings:<ul><li>In Tune with the World: A Theory of Festivity by Josef Pieper</li><li>Leisure, the Basis of Culture by Josef Pieper (Pieper's broader work on work and rest)</li><li>Adam's Substack, The Grounded Builder — recent article on five overlooked books worth reading</li><li>The Book of Genesis (the creation and naming of Adam; the call to tend the garden)</li><li>Dante's Inferno (the ninth circle; Francesca in the second circle, flung to and fro)</li><li>Shakespeare's As You Like It (staged locally by the Sheard family and other homeschool families)</li></ul> Saints &amp; Historical Figures:<ul><li>St. Thomas Aquinas (the four necessities of manual labor; servile vs. liberal work)</li><li>St. Augustine ("what is more wonderful than to observe the workings of nature...")</li><li>Adam (the first man — adamah, made from and for the dirt)</li></ul> People:<ul><li>Adam Minihan (host; founder of M6 Marketing; writes The Grounded Builder on Substack)</li><li>Dave Niles (host)</li><li>Jim (in studio — keeper of the yummy scale; shipping Patreon gifts; prays with Hallow)</li><li>Fr. Mori of Clear Creek Abbey ("the world fears the man who can fix things")</li><li>Brandon Sheard (quoted the same line; the Sheard family staged the Shakespeare production)</li><li>Dan (Dave's father-in-law — never trusted a man who works with music on in the background)</li><li>Josef Pieper ("the peepster" — Adam's favorite German philosopher)</li><li>Bob Ross (Dave's aspirational painting instructor)</li><li>Lady Haylee Minihan</li><li>Lady Pamela Niles</li></ul> Programs &amp; Institutions:<ul><li>Clear Creek Abbey</li><li>Hallow (prayer app — Jim uses it; not a sponsor)</li><li>M6 Marketing (Adam's company)</li></ul> <h2>SPONSOR BLOCK</h2>Sponsor: Select International Tours — <a href="https://selectinternationaltours.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">selectinternationaltours.com</a>When Adam and Dave decided to lead their first pilgrimage, one name kept coming up: Select International Tours. They're the best. Having used them, the guys can vouch for it. Wherever in the world you want to go, Select has a tour ready. Whether you're looking to lead a pilgrimage or attend one, head to selectinternationaltours.com and see everything they offer. You won't regret it.Support the show: <a href="https://patreon.com/thecatholicmanshow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patreon.com/thecatholicmanshow</a> — Patreon gifts are shipping out again, and the Catholic Man Show Glencairn glass is being paused soon (maybe back around Christmas). If you want one, become a patron now — you've got about four minutes.

The Divine Importance of Manual Labor | The Catholic Man Show

<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/129Yvn3eFe5aWlLN2CdhVaJMmAPCtiP_L/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download Guidebook</a> | <a href="https://www.cioccacenter.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ciocca Center</a> | The final episode of The Gospel of Work emphasizes that the desire for a work-life balance is a desire for unity in God. The good news is that we are able to achieve an integrated life with God and our primary vocation at the center. We can’t compartmentalize our business life (secondary vocation) and home life (primary vocation). We need unity of life so Jesus is Lord of all domains.

Unity of Life | The Gospel of Work  | E8

Download the Gospel of Work Guidebook from the Ciocca Center

Gospel of Work Guidebook | Ciocca Center

Why do so many people seem to chase what they believe will make them happy only to find out they don't feel any happier when they obtain it? As hard as we might try to not be unhappy, we often remain unhappy. In this lesson, we will examine happiness so we might be able to determine how to achieve lasting happiness rather than a transitory feeling of happiness.
The English language uses one word for "happiness," but did you ever consider that happiness may have different layers or levels? Pleasure, laetus in Latin, is the most basic of instincts. Think: ice cream, linguine etc. It is happiness but doesn't last long. Happiness in heaven, sublimitas, is everlasting. This lesson will discuss all four levels and how to move up the ladder.

The Four Levels of Happiness

This session focuses on the story of Robert Reichenberger, who as a police officer seeks to be a peacemaker by profession. Even though things in his life seemed to be going well, Robert's world is turned upside down by a crippling disease, but he is invited to a new level of peace with himself and God.

Blessed are the Peacemakers

(Caution: sad testimony shared by this guest) He is a goalie for the Lake Michigan College Red Hawks, having also played club soccer for the (Premier 1) Force Shockwave. In high school he not only was a two-year varsity starter but two-time team captain, two-time Team MVP, two-time 1st Team All-Conference, and also earned 1st Team All-County and 1st Team All-Region honors. Along the way he set the school record for most saves in a game and most saves in a career. He was also a part of the football and basketball teams in high school.

CSR 382 Gabe James

Session 4: Accompaniment
No one walks this journey alone. God desires to give us strength and joy through the men and women who walk with us. Out on pilgrimage it is easy to enter into the stories of those walking with you. Do you enter into the stories of the men and women you meet in your daily life? (13 minutes)

Episode 4 - Accompaniment

Happiness! The Series features interviews with well-known psychiatrists, celebrities, New Testament scholars, physicists, and priests that uncover the deeper answers to life's most profound questions. Eric Johnson and Jennifer Milani present the central ideas from the interviews, explaining difficult concepts and proposing engaging questions. Interviewees include Eduardo Verastegui, Gary Habermas, Leah Darrow, Dr. John Lennox, Dr. Jan Holden, Dr. Aaron Kheriaty, Fr. Robert J. Spitzer, S.J., PhD, and John Chavez.Using Fr. Spitzer's proven paradigm, ""The Four Levels of Happiness"", as our cornerstone (lesson 1), we move through the remaining six episodes dealing with unhappiness and depression, and then to evidence for our transcendent and eternal life. We examine the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and finally, we learn how to properly deal with and benefit from suffering.

Happiness! The Series

The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Corpus Christi. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gifts of Knowledge and Understanding from the Holy Spirit so he can grow in love and awe of the Mass and by building the Virtues of Gratitude and Piety so he can joyously receive Christ&apos;s life-saving Body and Blood.  Thanks for listening to the Every Catholic Man Podcast. Check out the new book, <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Happier-Catholic-Man-Studies/dp/1969397004'>Becoming a Happier Catholic Man–2026.</a>Go to <a href='https://everycatholicman.com'>Every Catholic Man</a> to find more tools and resources to help you become a holier and happier Catholic man.

Solemnity of the Corpus Christi  -  Sunday June 7, 2026 - Jn 6:51-58

No one becomes a heroic man overnight. But here’s the question—are you even on the right path to becoming the man God created you to be? Join the Brotherhood: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heroicmen.org/brotherhood">https://heroicmen.org/brotherhood</a> | About the NEW Series: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heroicmen.org/blog/2024/12/20/first-look-be-a-man-series-with-fr-larry-richards">https://heroicmen.org/blog/2024/12/20/first-look-be-a-man-series-with-fr-larry-richards</a> Most men drift through life, hoping they’ll magically turn into saints someday. That’s nonsense! Holiness, discipline, and brotherhood don’t just happen—you have to fight for them!That’s why the Heroic Men team has crafted 'Heroic 30', a 30-day challenge designed to wake men up and get them moving. Dom and Gabe lay it all out for you: how this challenge, inspired by Father Larry's book 'Be a Man!', breaks growth into four simple, doable habits every month. The best part? You can keep your phone, candy, TV, and skip the cold showers. Unlike other “get pumped for a week” programs that fizzle out, Heroic 30 takes up Father Larry's challenge to drives serious change. Join the Heroic Brotherhood, meet men taking the same challenge, and get practical steps that fit into even the busiest life. Join the Brotherhood: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://heroicmen.org/brotherhood">https://heroicmen.org/brotherhood</a>So stop waiting. Stop making excuses. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, if you need a reset, if you crave real brotherhood with men who will push you to be better, then this is your moment.Are you ready to take the first step? Then step up with us. New challenges drop every Thursday!Buy the Book: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thereasonforourhope.org/product/be-a-man-becoming-the-man-god-created-you-to-be/">https://www.thereasonforourhope.org/product/be-a-man-becoming-the-man-god-created-you-to-be/</a>

Heroic Challenges? Helping you Become the Man God Created You to Be in Easy 30 Day Challenges

A passionate teaching on charisms, the Holy Spirit, and why every Christian has a mission in the Church. This talk explores spiritual gifts, evangelization, and how ordinary believers are called to bring God&rsquo;s love into the world.
This is Episode 7 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps

E7 | You Have Spiritual Gifts

<a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/beatitude-series-OM.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Operations Manual</a> | <a href="https://frkapaun.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/beatitude-series-SG.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Study Guide</a> | The Catechism of the Catholic Church says the Beatitudes are at the heart of Jesus’ preaching (CCC 1716), yet how often do we take time to truly reflect on these blessings given to us by Jesus? Just two months before he was sent to the Korean War, Father Emil Kapaun gave a series of reflections on the Beatitudes, which proved to be a foreshadowing of how he would pour out his own life for his men. In this series, you will have the opportunity to explore the Beatitudes one-by-one through the living example of men and women like you, as well as through Father Kapaun’s own example. The Beatitudes are guideposts on our journey towards our heavenly blessing! (9 Sessions) Please Note: This series is intended to follow after the Kapaun’s Men Virtue Series, which introduces you to the life and virtues of Servant of God Emil Kapaun. You may also wish to view the Kapaun’s Men Stewardship Series

Kapaun’s Men Beatitude Series (Series Three)

In this episode Jon encourages men to take up their cross even if it is difficult.

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To learn more about Jon Leonetti visit www.jonleonetti.com

#5 Take Up Your Cross

A powerful look at the collapse of Christian culture, the Church&rsquo;s changing mission, and why old models of evangelization no longer work. This talk explores history, renewal, and the urgent need for a new approach to reaching the modern world.
This is Episode 3 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps

E3 | The End of Christendom

Session 1: On Pilgrimage: Walking with Father Kapaun
“How many times does not Holy Mother Church tell us that our life on this earth is a journey? This earth is not our lasting home. God created us for a higher, a much more perfect home, our home in heaven with the joy of God.” - Servant of God Emil Kapaun

Each year at the beginning of summer hundreds of pilgrims walk 60 miles in the plains of Kansas to the hometown of Servant of God Emil Kapaun. They do it not only to remember the heroic Catholic priest and Army chaplain who is on the path to sainthood, but to discover how they can better continue on their own path to sainthood. Will you answer the Lord’s call to journey with us towards heaven?

To learn more about the Father Kapaun Pilgrimage or to join us, visit www.kapaunsmen.com/pilgrimage (31 minutes)

Episode 1 - The Father Kapaun Pilgrimage

This Sunday, the Scripture readings (Matthew 12:46) seriously challenges us as men to think about who our family is. Our true family. Because even Christ pushed back on the crowds around him, and changed the game. <h2>Heroic Brotherhood Meetup</h2><a href="https://heroicmen.circle.so/c/events/heroic-word-live" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join the live event</a> each Thursday with Mike, in the Heroic Brotherhood!

Are you defined by faith, or by family?

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A powerful talk on evangelization, the love of God, and the danger of turning faith into fear. This message explores Jansenism, the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and the truth that God desires intimacy, not distance, with every person.
This is Episode 1 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps.
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E1 | God Is Love, Not Fear

Todos los cristianos están llamados dar testimonio de su fe. Para compartir su fe, un hombre debe conocerla. Ryan Young comparte cómo su campamento para adolescentes enfocado en la Eucaristía permite un encuentro con Cristo.

Evangelización

A deep look at the Church&rsquo;s mission, the role of the Holy Spirit, and why evangelization is not just for priests&mdash;but for every believer. This talk explores Vatican II, spiritual gifts, and how the Church grows through both structure and Spirit-led mission.
This is Episode 5 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps

E5 | The Church Needs Every Christian

THIS FILM INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED Men must become leaders through developing their character. True leadership seeks greatness and brings out greatness in others. Robert Yates discusses his service in the Air Force and highlights the importance of being servant leaders.<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Into the Breach Website</a> | <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/faith/into-the-breach/11059-into-the-breach-video-series-study-guide.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.04); color: rgb(63, 81, 181);">Download Study Guide</a>

Into the Breach – Episode 3: Leadership

A simple but powerful reflection on how everyday actions&mdash;kindness, honesty, prayer, and compassion&mdash;become a witness to the Gospel. This talk explores how authentic Christian living quietly transforms the people around us.
This is Episode 10 of 12 featuring Bishop Scott McCaig, presenting on evangelization.
Designed for use with a small group, this video includes discussion questions at the end to help you apply what you&rsquo;ve learned, talk it through together, and take practical next steps.

E10 | Small Acts Reveal Your Faith

Christian formation is about equipping us for our eternal destiny: heaven. This story focuses on one football team that seeks to form its players to be great Catholic men, and how one former player in particular made a lasting impact on future players and on the world at large.