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The Final Confrontation Between the Church and The Anti-Church (Ralph Martin) | Ep. 401

In this episode of Pints With Aquinas I allow Trent to respond to some comments Ricky Gervais made recently in an interview he had with Stephen Colbert about God, atheism, and religion. We also talk about Trent's new book which you can (and should!) get here: <a href="http://shop.catholic.com/why-we-re-catholic-our-reasons-for-faith-hope-and-love.html">http://shop.catholic.com/why-we-re-catholic-our-reasons-for-faith-hope-and-love.html</a> SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

66: Why Ricky Gervais is wrong about God, knowledge, science, and religion, with Trent Horn

The key that determines the success of every great endeavor is whether or not we actually do it.  Planning, scheming, dreaming, all of these things are fine but in the final analysis only doing a deed will get the deed done.  But getting things done is hard.  Things can arise that we did not plan energy can wane situations can change.  It’s a good thing that God is on our side and leading out of a place of faith helps you to bend and not break.

DGT Episode 211 - Bend Don’t Break - AUDEO Part 9

In this week&#39;s episode of Catholic ReCon, testimonies from reverts and converts, guest Scott Oakland takes us from the Congregational church to the first Baptist church to the new age movement to evangelical churches to assemblies of God churches to the independent fundamentalist baptist movement to being a southern baptist pastor to the Presbyterian church to the Lutheran church to exploring the Eastern Orthodox church.... and, finally, to the Catholic Church.
 
Please share this with anyone you know who is currently church hopping or discerning the Catholic faith. 
 
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How a Southern Baptist PASTOR Found Catholic Truth

In this episode of The Catholic Man Show, hosts Adam Minihan and David Niles dive into the topic of spiritual idleness, drawing from Father Frederick Faber’s <a href="https://corjesupress.com/products/growth-in-holiness?srsltid=AfmBOooFtEiqLyWH_oHLA-bXFQEf_-3b35CJSjMc0cjJgRN-NPxAlBUV" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Growth in Holiness: Progress of the Spiritual Life.</a> Recorded around the Fourth of July, the episode begins with a celebration of small-town Americana, from mutton busting at the local rodeo to the ordination of their friend, Father Robert Williams. The hosts then explore seven developments of spiritual idleness—dissipation, sadness, sloth, and more—offering practical insights on how to stay vigilant and prioritize a life oriented toward God. Sipping on Balvenie’s American Oak 12-Year Scotch, Adam and David discuss how modern distractions, like smartphones and excessive communication, fragment our focus and hinder our prayer life, and share strategies for cultivating presence, joy, and intentionality in both spiritual and daily routines.Key Discussion Points:<ul><li>Small-Town Americana: The hosts celebrate the Heart of America rodeo, mutton busting, and the communal prayer and patriotism of small-town events, reflecting on their importance in fostering connection.</li><li>Priestly Ordination: David shares a moving story of his son’s emotional response to Father Robert Williams’ ordination, highlighting the eternal nature of the priesthood and the call to discernment.</li><li>Spiritual Idleness Defined: Drawing from Father Faber’s Growth in Holiness, the hosts unpack seven developments of spiritual idleness: dissipation (misprioritizing tasks), sadness (rooted in self-love), sloth (hatred of existence), useless industry (excessive communication), and general indifference to time.</li><li>Dissipation’s Impact: Putting less important tasks first disrupts the hierarchy of goods, leading to a loss of peace and distractions in prayer, as Faber notes: “He who is diligent will soon be cheerful.”</li><li>Sadness and Self-Love: Sadness, driven by self-improvement rather than God, gives the devil power over the soul, undermining spiritual progress.</li><li>Sloth as a Culmination: Sloth combines dissipation and sadness, fostering a distaste for existence and duties, disrupting the tranquility of order (Aquinas’ definition of peace).</li><li>Useless Industry: Faber’s critique of excessive letter-writing in the 1800s applies to today’s text messaging and social media, which fragment focus and reduce meaningful communication.</li><li>Indifference to Time: Wasting time, especially on addictive platforms like YouTube Shorts, is a “stupid” sin that squanders the precious, irrevocable gift of time, which Faber calls “the stuff out of which eternity is made.”</li><li>Focus and Presence: True focus requires saying “no” to distractions to prioritize God’s will, fostering presence in both daily life and prayer, as exemplified by a man eating lunch under a tree without multitasking.</li><li>Leisure Done Right: Leisure must align with one’s state in life, be tethered to joy, and have a contemplative aspect, avoiding compulsory or utilitarian ends.</li></ul> Notable Quotes from Father Frederick Faber:<ul><li>“Dissipation… consists in putting things off beyond their proper times so that one duty treads upon the heels of another, and all duties are felt as irksome obligations.”</li><li>“He who is diligent will soon be cheerful.”</li><li>“The soul of sadness is self-love… How many are there whose real end in the spiritual life is self-improvement rather than God?”</li><li>“Nothing gives the devil so much power over us [as sadness].”</li><li>“Time is the stuff out of which eternity is made… we shall have to give the strictest account of it at the last.”</li></ul> Resources:<ul><li>Growth in Holiness: Progress of the Spiritual Life by Father Frederick Faber (available from Koreasoo Press).</li><li>Select International Tours – Join Adam and David on their October pilgrimage to Italy or explore other holy sites worldwide.</li><li>Explore St. Hesychios’ writings on watchfulness for insights on vigilance in the spiritual life.</li></ul>

Overcoming Spiritual Idleness: 7 Pitfalls to Avoid for a Focused Catholic Life

Do not miss this week&#39;s testimony from Sami Berry of <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UClpsC-8C7w6qtNziD2VeO2g"> @calledtobedifferent </a> Wherever you are on the journey, God bless you. #Catholic #Protestant #Testimony #Bible #Truth #Faith #Saint ▶To support this channel, visit eddietrask.com/sponsorship🔔 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: https://bit.ly/3bdE6pr For more information, visit eddietrask.com.

"THIS is where God is." - Sami Berry's Conversion Testimony

Following God’s will is keeping union with God the Father, in love; walking close with His Son Jesus: the Way, Truth, and Life.

UNION IS HIS WILL

Let’s be real: a lot of guys hear the word disciple and think, “Whoa, I just wanted to flip burgers at the church event, not become a disciple.” But here’s the truth: being a Catholic man today means stepping up, not just sitting on the sidelines. Sean Lynn has been on this journey for 30 years. He was a police officer, seeing firsthand what happens when dads aren’t there—broken families, young people lost, crime. "We need Catholic men who are unafraid to lead, unafraid to live their faith boldly. And yeah, I get it—fear is real. We’ll talk politics, sports, anything but Jesus. But Scripture says it 140 times: Be not afraid." God is calling each of us by name. Right now. Will you answer? Learn more about Sean Lynn at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://godsquad.ca/">https://godsquad.ca/</a>

Mission Ready: Unleashing Catholic Men for Discipleship

This Live Interview is with Jacob Imam, who was born into a Muslim home, and converted to Catholicism under the guidance of his godfather, Walter Hooper (C. S. Lewis's personal secretary). He graduated from the University of Oxford as a Marshall scholar with his masters and doctorate, writing his dissertation on theology and economics. Visit St. Joseph the Worker College at https://www.collegeofstjoseph.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Is The University System Dead? (Jacob Imam)

Grab a seat in the pew as John and Victor discuss the blessing in disguise this present time of uncertainty and desolation can be for us as Catholics.

Uncertainty

Super Guest Will Hickl takes the show over once again as he dishes out countless affirmations for The BeatiDudes in a demonstration of authentic fraternity. Will Hickl is a husband, father, worship leader, producer, songwriter, DJ, author, and software professional, holding certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP)® and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. With over a decade of experience in the music industry and a passion for serving artists, Will started the grassroots record label NOVUM RECORDS and has helped artists release hundreds of songs to date.On Blessed are the Joke Makers bonus edition, each of the Dudes takes on a different persona to address the prompt, “There will be _____ in eternity.” Follow <a href="https://www.willhickl.com/">Will Hickl</a> and <a href="https://www.novumrecords.com/">Novum Records</a><h2>Our Partners:</h2><a href="http://www.joinsolidarity.com/">Solidarity HealthShare</a><a href="https://sockreligious.com/pages/beatidudes">Sock Religious (10% Discount)</a><a href="https://aquinaswealth.com/">Aquinas Wealth Advisors</a><a href="https://spokestreet.com/">Spoke Street Media</a><a href="https://catholiccardgame.com?sca_ref=4057467.xx2t04Acid">The Catholic Card Game</a><a href="https://divinecomedyimprov.com/">Divine Comedy</a><a href="https://www.undivided.life/">Undivided Life</a><h2>Follow The BeatiDudes:</h2><a href="https://www.undivided.life/podcasts">BeatiDudes Website</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/90739902/admin/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheBeatiDudesPodcast">Facebook</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beatidudes/">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/The_BeatiDudes">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/schiefelbein/">Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn</a> BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By<a href="https://thepencilbureau.com/">The Pencil Bureau</a>

Authentic FRATERNITY & BeatiDude Affirmations | Will Hickl | Episode #064

This week's episode of "Pints with Aquinas" is all about demons. I talk with Fr. Vincent Lampert about what it is like being an exorcist and how he became one. We also discuss: - The difference between demonic influence and mental health - The process an exorcist must go through to determine if a person is suffering from demonic influence - Fr. Lampert's many experiences during exorcisms - The different types of demonic activity and how to identify them. <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/understanding-thomas/">Download my FREE ebook, "You Can Understand Aquinas," now!</a> SPONSORS Hallow: http://hallow.app/mattfradd STRIVE: https://www.strive21.com/ Homeschool Connections: https://homeschoolconnections.com/matt/ GIVING Patreon or Directly: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/ </a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer co-producer of the show. LINKS Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd Twitter: https://twitter.com/mattfradd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd Gab: https://gab.com/mattfradd Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9"> https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Interview with an Exorcist (Fr. Vincent Lampert) | Ep. 268

From NBA history to boxing hilarity to heavenly devotion, this episode covers it all. 
Father Dave and Deacon Bob kick off this episode with undefeated basketball teams, NFL surprises, and a now-notorious boxing match that left the world talking about Mike Tyson’s… britches. But the real focus? A heartfelt look at devotions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the ways God continues to work through saints, sacraments, and sacred spaces. 
They cover everything from the Cleveland Cavaliers’ record-breaking start to Deacon Bob’s visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, the first approved Marian apparition site in the U.S. Father Dave shares exciting updates about Franciscan University’s new presence in Washington, D.C., and how students will be engaging with the nation's capital in fresh, faith-filled ways. 
Meanwhile, the duo breaks down the highly anticipated (and widely mocked) Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, including buffering woes, bizarre interviews, and the mystery of Tyson’s missing pants. But at the heart of the episode is a rich discussion on how saints like St. Augustine, St. Bernard of Clairvaux, and St. Margaret Mary Alacoque open the Church to deeper encounters with the Sacred Heart—especially through the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Reconciliation. 
Naturally, there is a wide-ranging conversation: sports fandoms, pilgrimage dreams, movie trailers, and a plea for listeners to join a They That Hope pilgrimage. Through it all, the message remains: God’s heart thirsts for us—and when we encounter it, we are transformed. 
 
Highlighted Sections 
(00:00) Sports Glory and Cavs’ Dominance  
Deacon Bob celebrates the <a href='https://www.nba.com/cavaliers/'>Cavaliers’</a> 15-0 start, breaking team records and stepping out of <a href='https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/1966/lebron-james'>LeBron James’</a> shadow. Father Dave joins in with NFL talk, including big wins, surprising losses, and a shoutout to Sister Mary Beth’s <a href='https://www.espn.com/nfl/team/_/name/pit/pittsburgh-steelers'>Steelers</a>. 
(07:51) Mike Tyson’s Britches and Buffering Woes  
The guys recount the odd spectacle of the <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aja2KfuoqGA'>Tyson vs. Paul fight</a>, which featured hours of filler, bad boxing, and Tyson walking off set sans pants. Was it worth $20 million? Apparently so. 
(11:30) Pilgrimage Preview and a Shrine Visit  
Deacon Bob visits the <a href='https://championshrine.org/'>Shrine of Our Lady of Champion</a>, sharing its miraculous history and peaceful presence. Father Dave outlines upcoming pilgrimages to Guadalupe, Rwanda (with <a href='https://www.immaculee.com/'>Immaculée Ilibagiza</a>), and more—inviting listeners to join future adventures. 
(20:53) D.C. Mission Update and Serving the Poor  
Father Dave shares plans for <a href='https://franciscan.edu/franciscan-university-of-steubenville-dedicates-new-washington-d-c-mission-to-equip-students-for-public-service/'>Franciscan’s D.C. facility</a>, where students will engage with national institutions and local outreach. The focus: forming faithful leaders who understand both poverty and policy. 
(27:19) Sacred Heart Devotions and Saints  
At the heart of the episode? A deep dive into devotion to the Sacred Heart, drawing on writings of <a href='https://augustinian.org/spirituality/saint-augustine-of-hippo/'>St. Augustine</a>, <a href='https://mycatholic.life/saints/saints-of-the-liturgical-year/august-20-saint-bernard-of-clairvaux-abbot-and-doctor-of-the-church/'>St. Bernard</a>, and <a href='https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-margaret-mary-alacoque/'>St. Margaret Mary</a>. Themes include Jesus’ thirst for us, the grace of the sacraments, and honoring Christ’s wounds. 
(36:55) Closing Prayer and Invitation to Encounter  
Father Dave prays for a renewed encounter with Jesus’ Sacred Heart, especially through the Eucharist and Reconciliation. The guys invite listeners to share prayer requests and pilgrimage ideas. 
 
Resources Mentioned 
<ul>
<li><a href='https://faithandreason.com/pilgrimages/'>FaithandReason.com/pilgrimages </a>– Learn about upcoming pilgrimages with Franciscan friars </li>
</ul>
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<li><a href='https://stpaulcenter.com/store/return-to-the-heart-the-biblical-spirituality-of-st-augustines-confessions?srsltid=AfmBOopkiUHTxAJvHdXZCqbo1ICfhALGfus60PdSbnYqQ9qol6uZsN4S'>Return to the Heart by Dr. Shane Owens</a> – New book on Sacred Heart spirituality and St. Augustine </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://championshrine.org/'>Shrine of Our Lady of Champion</a> – Learn more about the first approved U.S. Marian apparition </li>
<li>They That Hope Merchandise – <a href='https://www.catholictothemax.com/theythathope'>CatholicToTheMax.com</a> </li>
</ul>
Listen to more <a href='https://faithandreason.com/series/they-that-hope/'>They That Hope</a> episodes and discover other Catholic podcasts, videos, and resources at <a href='https://faithandreason.com/'>Faith and Reason</a>.

Mike Tyson's Britches

In this week's episode of Catholic ReCon, guest Christine Flynn, wife of Pat Flynn, details a vice-to-virtue journey into the Catholic Church. Not always easy, but objectively worth it. &nbsp;
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Why the Birth of a Child Propelled Religious Inquiry | Guest Christine Flynn

In this podcast episode, hosts Alanis Vega and Matt Pana explore the concept of finding balance in Catholic life, discussing how virtue lies in navigating between extremes, while maintaining both justice and mercy, through conversations on faith, reason, and avoiding divisiveness in modern Catholic practice. - Support our Sponsors - <a href="https://bit.ly/3UaE1t2" target="_blank">Ave Maria Mutual Funds</a> - Ave Maria Mutual Funds is the largest family of Catholic mutual funds in the U.S. Launched in 2001, their six no-load funds adhere to strong pro-life and pro-family values. <a href="https://bit.ly/44nYYUw" target="_blank">Scapulars.com</a> - "Divine protection in life and in death with the most durable, comfortable scapulars ever made." ✨Help Support Our Ministry at https://arrayofhope.org/donate/ - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministriesInstagram: @arrayofhopeministriesX: @aohministriesTikTok: @arrayofhopeministriesLinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministriesYouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistriesWebsite : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast #virtue #catholic #spirituality ⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Hook01:32 Introduction to the idea of the Both/And05:02 What is Virtue?08:23 Temperance and Authentic Self10:20 Hearing God's Voice and Need for Spiritual Direction13:44 Ave Maria Mutual Funds14:54 Scapulars.com15:50 Building Virtue/Making time for silence and Rest19:37 Clarifying Both/And21:37 Division is of the Devil22:45 Topics they will be getting into throughout the series

How to Live A Virtuous Life (Without Going Overboard)

In this week&#39;s episode of Catholic ReCon, testimonies from reverts and converts, Dr. Ray Guarendi (Drray.com | @EWTNcatholictv ) joins me to discuss his reversion to the Catholic faith. Through reason and humor, Dr. Ray offers an apologetic and thought-provoking masterpiece that should be shared widely and often. Peace be with you all. 
 
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Dr. Ray is a Catholic father of ten, clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker, and national radio &amp; television host. His radio show, “The Dr. Is In” can be heard on over 440 stations and SiriusXM® channel 130. His EWTN television series, “Living Right With Dr. Ray” is aired in 140 countries. Dr. Ray has given over 3,000 talks on various topics including parenting, marriage, family and the Catholic faith. He captivates audiences with his compelling humor-laced presentations providing practical advice and proven techniques.
 
Radio Host: Dr. Ray’s radio show― “The Doctor Is In” ― can be heard weekdays on 600 stations and Sirius XM satellite radio, channel 130. Please see our radio affiliate page for a complete listing of stations in your area. You can also listen live or on demand at www.AveMariaRadio.net.
 
Television Host: Dr. Ray’s national EWTN television series, “Living Right With Dr. Ray,” is in its 6th season. The world is in great need of the truth, and of authentic guidance in finding the answers to life’s daily family issues. Dr. Ray’s television program combines the wit, humor, and experience of its host with the timeless wisdom of the Catholic Church to provide these answers. For seven years Living Right with Dr. Ray, has captivated TV viewers around the world through the dynamic format of a faithfully Catholic family psychologist, Dr. Ray Guarendi, interacting with a live audience and presenting a wide range of topics. Airing three times a week on EWTN, the Global Catholic Television Network, Dr. Ray dispenses practical advice along with a generous dose of laughter. Each show features a special in-studio guest, along with Dr. Ray’s spirited segments on parenting, relationships, aging and the challenges facing teens, young adults and families. To find out more, please see our complete broadcast schedule.
 
Clinical Psychologist: For over 40 years, Dr. Ray has a wide variety of experience working with parents, families, educators, substance abuse programs, in-patient psychiatric centers, juvenile courts, and private practice. He has witnessed the common time-tested factors that consistently contribute to success in marriages and families.
 
Author: Dr. Ray’s in-depth experience has led to his discovery that the so-called “experts” are undermining parental authority and preventing parents from following their God-given instincts to raise their kids for Heaven. This guiding principle led him to write his best-selling book, You’re A Better Parent Than You Think! By putting the power, knowledge and authority back in the hands of parents, Dr. Ray has helped thousands eliminate parenting frustrations by showing them proven parenting techniques that result in happy, well-adjusted children. Throughout his vocation and career, he has expanded on this theme to empower families to confidently take charge of the many challenges that arise with respect to marriages, families, raising teenagers and more. Other book titles of Dr. Ray’s include: Advice Worth Ignoring; Back to the Family; Discipline That Lasts a Lifetime; Good Discipline, Great Teens; Adoption: Choosing It, Living It, Loving It; Marriage: Small Steps, Big Rewards; Winning the Discipline Debates; Fighting Mad; and When Faith Causes Family Friction. His books on the Catholic faith include Why Be Catholic? and What Catholics Really Believe.
 
Speaker: Dr. Ray has given over 3,000 talks around the country on topics including smart parenting; happier marriages; successful families; and a variety of motivational themes, for both personal and professional application. He captivates audiences with his humor laced presentations filled with practical advice and proven techniques. Dr. Ray’s audiences include professional associations women’s &amp; men’s groups, churches, industry conferences, public organizations; teachers, hospital personnel and more.
 
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Why an EVANGELICAL Protestant Returned to Catholic Christianity

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S2-Case #09-The Ties That Bind, Pt. 2

Grab a seat in the pew as John and Victor discuss humility and its importance as the foundation of the Christian life.

Humility

Want 5 practical ways to avoid burnout? Catch the full episode on Locals - you can join for free at https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/landing/video Summary In this episode, Nathan Crankfield explores the concept of work-life balance, emphasizing the importance of viewing work as an integral part of life rather than a separate entity. He discusses the historical context of work, the significance of family roles, and the need for purpose in our work. Nathan also addresses the arguments for and against work-life balance, highlighting the importance of boundaries and the role of technology in our work lives. He concludes with practical solutions for achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. Chapters 00:00 Rethinking Work-Life Balance04:09 The Importance of Work in Family Life12:58 Work as a Holistic Part of Life25:27 The Historical Context of Work30:06 Work as a Fundamental Human Design35:08 Work-Life Balance Through History

How To Avoid Burnout - At Work and At Home

Exodus 90 COO, Deacon Michael Halbrook, joins us to talk about why men should take their faith life seriously and how to make a blueprint for a successful Exodus 90.
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Strive for Freedom: Deacon Michael Halbrook

St. Paul is surely one of the most famous leaders listed in the entire Bible.  His life reads like a passionate saga and is full of lessons for those of us, who being Christians, want to follow in his footsteps leading in our world.  That’s why his second letter to Timothy is so important.  It actually chronicles St. Paul’s final letter in the New Testament to one of his closest disciples.  Chapter 3 of this letter offers us wonderful insight into faith’s capacity to bring us endurance.

DGT Episode 164 - Endurance At The Top - St. Paul‘s Leadership Legacy II Part 3

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Catholic Testimonies, Early Christianity, & the Imitation of Christ

Have you all tried to ask for a raise? Maybe you have played sports in the past and had a big competition on the horizon? Or maybe you were actually in the military on deployment. Whatever the case might be, you prepared for it, didn’t you? You studied your competition. What makes them tick? What are their strengths? What are their weaknesses? How can I come out on top?You knew your enemy. Now, of course, your boss isn’t your enemy. Nor is the other team or competition you faced. The actual enemy, is Satan. Whether you know it or not, Satan is coming for you. There is a competition for your soul between Jesus and the devil. “The Art of War” by Sun Tzu: “If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained you will also suffer a defeat. If you know neither yourself or the enemy, you will succumb in every battle.” In this episode, we talk about Satan. In episodes 16 and 17, we talk about Spiritual Warfare and in Episode 44 we talked about Satan’s 5 Generals. Keep listening to hear about the true enemy and why knowing him makes a whole lot more sense when looking at what is going on in the world today. Fr. Dom Challenge: He REALLY loves confession. Not only does he want you to go once, but times that by two. Be extra holy to prepare for Lent men. Not Catholic? No worries! Try the Act of Contrition linked below (number 6).  Resources mentioned: <ol><li>The <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Art_of_War" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Art of War</a> by Sun Tzu</li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Deliverance-Prayers-Fr-Chad-Ripperger/dp/154105671X/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=deliverance+prayers+by+fr.+rippenger&amp;qid=1669917137&amp;sprefix=deliverance+pr%2Caps%2C196&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Deliverance Prayers</a> for Use by the Laity by Fr. Ripperger </li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Exorcism-Battle-Against-Satan-Demons/dp/1645850617" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Exorcism</a>: The Battle Against Satan and His Demons by Fr. Lambert</li><li>On the <a href="https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/on-the-doctrine-of-the-modernists-3496" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Doctrine of the Modernists</a> by Pope Pius X</li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp4F65m8RWk&amp;t=1s" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bishop</a> Barron responds to The Atlantic's article on the rosary being a weapon </li><li>Act of <a href="https://www.usccb.org/prayers/act-contrition#:~:text=O%20my%20God%2C%20I%20am,deserving%20of%20all%20my%20love" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Contrition</a> for those who are non-Catho</li></ol><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1766613/open_sms" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Send us a text</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://buymeacoffee.com/tmc">Support the show</a>Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/tmc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Buy Me A Coffee </a>page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Subscribe to <a href="https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/?srsltid=AfmBOop9a5vs4nADbJWzrM5uRKucqTz9MLZekAty0bs78HwzGizeod2J" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">TAN DIGITAL</a> and use code 'MANLYCATHOLIC' (case sensitive) to get 50% off ANY subscription Check out the <a href="https://ignatius.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Ignatius Black Friday Sale</a> and be sure to Buy the Ignatius Study Bible Today! Be sure to<a href="https://x.com/manly_catholic" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> follow us on X</a> for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxrRLZNk4WqPdgcac5vuWEQ" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">YouTube</a> page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our <a href="https://www.themanlycatholic.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">website</a> Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Ep 69 - Know Thy Enemy, Know Thyself

I've had many conversations with good Protestant friends of mine about the similarities between Catholics and all other denominations. The saying I hear most often is, "we all pretty much believe the same things anyway, right?"&nbsp;
Wrong.&nbsp;
That's a hard pill to swallow. It can be an even harder pill to administer. We don't like showing people where we are divided. We're divided enough, aren't we?&nbsp;
I agree that we don't need to be constantly running around calling people heretics and having theological debates, especially if we agree on most values and principles.&nbsp;
BUT there is a difference between Catholic beliefs and Protestant beliefs. And these differences are substantial. The differences impact our road to salvation, so they're important enough to share. 
 
In today's episode, I highlight some of those differences. This is Part Two of Catholic vs. Protestant, so be sure to check out the first episode if you haven't yet! 
 
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Ep 114 | Catholic vs. Protestant: Does It Really Matter?

Article 2. Whether it is lawful to kill sinners? Objection 1. It would seem unlawful to kill men who have sinned. For our Lord in the parable (Matthew 13) forbade the uprooting of the cockle which denotes wicked men according to a gloss. Now whatever is forbidden by God is a sin. Therefore it is a sin to kill a sinner. Objection 2. Further, human justice is conformed to Divine justice. Now according to Divine justice sinners are kept back for repentance, according to Ezekiel 33:11, "I desire not the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live." Therefore it seems altogether unjust to kill sinners. Objection 3. Further, it is not lawful, for any good end whatever, to do that which is evil in itself, according to Augustine(Contra Mendac. vii) and the Philosopher (Ethic. ii, 6). Now to kill a man is evil in itself, since we are bound to havecharity towards all men, and "we wish our friends to live and to exist," according to Ethic. ix, 4. Therefore it is nowise lawful to kill a man who has sinned. On the contrary, It is written (Exodus 22:18): "Wizards thou shalt not suffer to live"; and (Psalm 100:8): "In the morning I put to death all the wicked of the land." I answer that, As stated above (Article 1), it is lawful to kill dumb animals, in so far as they are naturally directed toman's use, as the imperfect is directed to the perfect. Now every part is directed to the whole, as imperfect to perfect, wherefore every part is naturally for the sake of the whole. For this reason we observe that if the health of the whole body demands the excision of a member, through its being decayed or infectious to the other members, it will be both praiseworthy and advantageous to have it cut away. Now every individual person is compared to the whole community, as part to whole. Therefore if a man be dangerous and infectious to the community, on account of some sin, it is praiseworthy and advantageous that he be killed in order to safeguard the common good, since "a little leaven corrupteth the whole lump" (1 Corinthians 5:6). Reply to Objection 1. Our Lord commanded them to forbear from uprooting the cockle in order to spare the wheat, i.e. the good. This occurs when the wicked cannot be slain without the good being killed with them, either because thewicked lie hidden among the good, or because they have many followers, so that they cannot be killed without danger to the good, as Augustine says (Contra Parmen. iii, 2). Wherefore our Lord teaches that we should rather allow the wickedto live, and that vengeance is to be delayed until the last judgment, rather than that the good be put to death together with the wicked. When, however, the good incur no danger, but rather are protected and saved by the slaying of thewicked, then the latter may be lawfully put to death. Reply to Objection 2. According to the order of His wisdom, God sometimes slays sinners forthwith in order to deliver the good, whereas sometimes He allows them time to repent, according as He knows what is expedient for His elect. This also does human justice imitate according to its powers; for it puts to death those who are dangerous to others, while it allows time for repentance to those who sin without grievously harming others. Reply to Objection 3. By sinning man departs from the order of reason, and consequently falls away from the dignity of his manhood, in so far as he is naturally free, and exists for himself, and he falls into the slavish state of the beasts, by being disposed of according as he is useful to others. This is expressed in Psalm 48:21: "Man, when he was in honor, did not understand; he hath been compared to senseless beasts, and made like to them," and Proverbs 11:29: "The fool shall serve the wise." Hence, although it be evil in itself to kill a man so long as he preserve his dignity, yet it may begood to kill a man who has sinned, even as it is to kill a beast. For a bad man is worse than a beast, and is more harmful, as the Philosopher states (Polit. i, 1 and Ethic. vii, 6). ST II-II. Q 64. 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11: Is the death penalty always wrong?

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob discuss what it means to have authentic friends in our lives and look ahead to the Lenten season.

Authentic Friendship

In this episode, John and Victor dive deep into a topic that affects us all—worry and anxiety. We all have those moments when life feels overwhelming, but what can we do about it? John shares a powerful personal story about how worry was stealing his joy, even during a simple fishing trip. We'll explore what the saints and scriptures have to say about overcoming these feelings and how trusting in God can make all the difference.

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1 Peter 5:7
Psalm 55:22
Matthew 6:25-34
Psalm 94:19
Psalm 56:3
Isaiah 41:10
Proverbs 12:25

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10 Years of The Catholic Gentleman

In this week's episode of Catholic Re.Con., Logan Jackson, of JudahCatholic.com, opens his heart to the world, describing his very personal and challenging cross. We all need this man's courage.&nbsp;
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