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Deacon Harold's inspirational presentation at the 14th Annual Men's Conference at the Robert Read Performing Arts Center at Gateway High School in Monroeville, PA.

The theme of the conference is *Created Anew* and the topic is *Evangelizing as Joyful Disciples.* The conference was held on Saturday, 24 September 2022.

Deacon Harold speaks at the 14th Annual Men's Conference at Gateway High School in Monroeville, PA.

It's Word of God Wednesday as Deacon Harold dives into Proverbs 7 and Soulful Psalm 44

Word of God Wednesday in Proverbs 7

Heroic Marriage Summit (Full Video)

Summary In this homily, Fr. Dom discusses the theme of love and its significance in the Christian faith. He emphasizes that Christians are known for their love and explores the concept of God's love on display. He also delves into the story of the Annunciation and the establishment of the true kingdom. Fr. Dom highlights the importance of love as the central theme of Advent and explains that love is demonstrated through following the commandments and practicing the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of prayer in knowing God and living a life of love. Takeaways <ul><li>Christians are known by their love.</li><li>God's love is on display in the world.</li><li>Love is the central theme of Advent.</li><li>Love is demonstrated through following the commandments and practicing the works of mercy.</li><li>Prayer is essential in knowing God and living a life of love.</li></ul> Like what you heard? Maybe you just enjoy reading James’s show notes? Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/themanlycatholic?fan_landing=true" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Patreon</a> page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. As always, please pray for us! We are men who are striving every day to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Get social with us: Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themanlycatholic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Instagram</a>.  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 <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

4th Sunday of Advent - A Homily from Fr. Dom

Welcome to Fr. Dom's homily from OLC in Rockford from 5/25/23, Thursday of the Seventh Week of Easter. For the full text of the readings, visit the USCCB website <a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/lecturas/052523.cfm" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a>.  God bless! <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

5/25/23 - Daily Readings with Fr. Dom Homily

Dr. Paul Chalhoux discusses his book 'Heaven's Currency' and the topics of suffering and love. He shares his personal journey and how his diagnosis with Parkinson's disease led him to explore the question of why people suffer. Dr. Paul explains the purpose of suffering and how it can lead to virtue, love, and redemption. He also discusses the misconceptions about heaven and hell and the importance of understanding love as a bonding with the loved. Dr. Paul offers advice and hope for those who are suffering and emphasizes the importance of confession and reconciliation. Be sure to purchase Dr. Paul's book at Sophia Press <a href="https://sophiainstitute.com/product/heavens-currency/ref/80/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a>. Like what you heard? Maybe you just enjoy reading James’s show notes? Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our <a href="https://www.patreon.com/themanlycatholic?fan_landing=true" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Patreon</a> page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. As always, please pray for us! We are men who are striving every day to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Get social with us: Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themanlycatholic/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Instagram</a>.  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 Resources mentioned in the episode:<ol><li>Sophia Institute <a href="https://sophiainstitute.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Press</a></li><li>Check out Dr. Paul's personal website <a href="https://www.paulchaloux.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a></li><li>Another chance to get his book <a href="https://sophiainstitute.com/product/heavens-currency/ref/80/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a></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 href="https://exodus90.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Exodus 90</a> Gain freedom. Change your life. Become a saint. Exodus Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. <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 107 - The Joy of Suffering with Dr. Paul Chaloux

Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I say rejoice.On the Third Sunday of Advent, Gaudete Sunday, the Church commands us to do something radical: rejoice, not later, not when life gets easier, but now. In this episode, Fr. Dom breaks open what true Christian joy actually is and why it matters for Catholic men who are fighting daily battles in their homes, their minds, and their souls.This is not sentimental joy. This is not shallow happiness. This is joy rooted in Jesus Christ, joy forged through hope and peace, joy that survives suffering, persecution, and the chaos of the world. Drawing from Sacred Scripture, the Catechism, and the wisdom of the saints, we walk through the Advent virtues of hope, peace, and joy and why gratitude is the weapon that crushes Satan every time.Fr. Dom reflects on family, tradition, and memory, not for nostalgia’s sake, but to remind us what we are fighting for. Then we go deeper. Hope is not optimism. Peace is not comfort. Joy is not dependent on circumstances. These are theological realities planted in your soul at baptism and strengthened through the sacraments.We confront the lie that joy is optional or reserved for the emotionally stable. If joy is missing, something is blocking it. That obstacle must be dragged into the light and surrendered to Christ. This episode ends with a direct challenge: give your heart back to God completely, tear down the idols that have crept in this year, and let Christ declare war on the darkness within you.This is Advent lived like a Catholic man should live it: awake, disciplined, grateful, and ready.3 Powerful Quotes from the Episode<ol><li>“When we embrace deep gratitude, Satan can’t touch you. Praying in gratitude crushes Satan.”</li><li>“Hope is not optimism. It is a theological virtue planted in your soul at baptism.”</li><li>“Lord, invade my heart. Declare war on the darkness within me and bring light.”</li></ol>1 Key Takeaway for Men Today, make a deliberate act of gratitude to God for your salvation and the sacraments. Name it out loud. Gratitude clears anxiety, weakens temptation, and restores joy. This is not optional. It is spiritual warfare.Push play. Rejoice. Then fight like a man who knows Christ is near.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1766613/open_sms">Send us a text</a> <a rel="payment" href="https://buymeacoffee.com/tmc">Support the show</a>Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our <a href='https://buymeacoffee.com/tmc'>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'>TAN DIGITAL</a> and use code &apos;MANLYCATHOLIC&apos; (case sensitive) to get 50% off ANY subscription Check out the <a href='https://ignatius.com/'>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'> 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'>YouTube</a> page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our <a href='https://www.themanlycatholic.com/'>website</a> Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Fr. Dom's Homs - Gaudete Sunday: Why Real Joy Is a Weapon the Enemy Fears

Deacon Craig Anderson discusses “We are Deacons: Our Important Role in the Church”. Deacon Craig will be speaking in depth about the integral role that deacons play, and how it has changed and matured over time.  

ABOUT DEACON 

Deacon Craig Anderson was ordained in February 2011 for the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) of Phoenix,  which serves the 13 western states, and is part of the Byzantine Catholic Church in America, an Eastern Catholic Church in full communion with the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church. 

He retired after a career in the Fire service, working as a Fire investigator and fire prevention officer for a northern California Fire Dept. Before that he worked as a Roman Catholic lay minister and high school teacher. He has a Master of Arts degree in Theology and Ministry from Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he met his wife MaryTherese. 

They have five adult children and eight grandchildren. Deacon Craig has been involved in ministry to men for most of his life (and previously served on the Board for Catholic Men's Fellowship of California). He and his wife recently relocated to Fort Worth, Texas.

We Are Deacons: Our Important Role in the Church

The entire Christian life is a journey and restoration of relationship with God, the Father. Each man is a prodigal son who had to take personal responsibility for what he has done and the moment he takes an initiative to seek forgiveness, the Father is waiting with open arms. By Christ’s wounds, we are healed. Jeff describes how sharing his wounds is a source of healing both for himself and others. “For freedom Christ has set us free; stand fast therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery” (Galatians 5:1). For more great content from That Man Is You, visit https://paradisusdei.org/

Episode 8: Restoration with the Father

He played tennis and beach volleyball in high school and the latter when he was a student-athlete at Texas State University. Present day he participates in mixed martial arts, lifting weights, hiking, and doing Spartan races. He is co-founder of and fitness director for Hypuro Fit, whose mission is to bring a technically excellent and authentically Catholic approach to personal training. He also has a story about his own reversion to the Catholic faith, which he shares during this interview.

CSR 312 Chase Crouse

He was chosen one year ago this month in the third round of the National Football League Draft, 72nd overall by the Seattle Seahawks. He is an offensive tackle who appeared in all but one of Seattle's 17 games this past season and was named to the All-Rookie Team. He also played his college football there in the Pacific Northwest, having been a four-year starter at right tackle for Washington State, starting 42 consecutive games. He was the first Cougars offensive lineman in program history to earn All-Pac-12 Conference honors four times and would go on to play in the Senior Bowl. During his student-athlete days in high school he was named All-USA Washington second-team by USA Today.

CSR 219 Abraham Lucas

Deacon Harold is looking into the readings for 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C on Word of God Wednesday and Soulful Psalm 132

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

A NASCAR Hall of Famer who was the 1983 champion of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and had three Daytona 500 victories, among numerous other titles and championships. He won on 27 different tracks and had at least three wins in every NASCAR major. He ended his career with 85 victories and was named one of NASCAR's "50 Greatest Drivers." He was also a seven-time Most Popular Driver Award-winner.

CSR 142 Bobby Allison

He played college hockey and now coaches in that sport, while serving as the Board President for Catholic Sports Camps. (His father had run a hockey camp in the 1980s with the Chicago Blackhawks.) All that despite having also attended (for graduate school) the largest Catholic university in the United States, because, he talks here of being called back to the church after falling away after he left his parents' house, having been raised a cradle Catholic.

CSR 22 Chris Gomez

The Senior Associate Athletics Director at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, including serving as the sport administrator for men's soccer, women's basketball, and men's & women's swimming and diving, among other responsibilities. Previously she spent 14 years as the head women's volleyball coach at Milwaukee, where her teams compiled a remarkable 118-14 record in Horizon League play over her last ten seasons. In 2017 she was inducted into the Milwaukee Athletics Hall of Fame. Earlier in her career she was an assistant coach at three different universities, after having been a standout volleyball player at the University of Notre Dame.

CSR 101 Kathy Litzau

Kurt Klement, the executive director of Divine Renovation and a longtime Catholic missionary in the Diocese of Dallas, joins the BeatiDudes – Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein. Kurt shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to walk alongside others, whether through mission trips, street ministry, or formation in daily life.
 
Kurt opens up about his journey from a high school retreat conversion to leading mission experiences across borders and zip codes. From the heat of West Texas to the chill of Czech pubs, he’s seen that missionary work isn’t about distance traveled, it’s about intentional presence and radical receptivity to God’s call.
 
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Radical Receptivity | Kurt Klement | Episode #239

Gladiators and Fraternities: The Sacrament of Baptism

What happens when you say yes to God&hellip; even when it means giving up your own dreams? In this powerful episode of Heroic Stories, Gil Alderete opens up about his unexpected journey from UPS driver to president of Catholic Men's Fellowship of California. Gil shares how God redirected his life, pulling him away from his plans to become a deacon and into building ministry for men across California, Nevada, Hawaii, and beyond.
But Gil&rsquo;s story isn&rsquo;t just about leadership&mdash;it&rsquo;s about healing old wounds, breaking generational cycles, and discovering what real masculinity and faith look like when you surrender. You&rsquo;ll hear how heroic mentors, humble beginnings, and even deep struggles with identity shaped him into the man God called him to be.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt lost, doubted your calling, or wondered how to find your purpose, Gil&rsquo;s raw, honest journey will remind you: heroism isn&rsquo;t born, it&rsquo;s made.
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What Happens When You Say Yes to God | Gil Alderete | Ep 19

Recently, The New York Times featured <a href= "https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/25/opinion/-philosophy-god-omniscience.html"> an op-ed by philosophy professor Peter Atteton</a>, who tried to show that the idea of God is incoherent. Bishop Barron responds to Atteton's points and shows how there are no logical problems with believing in God. A listener asks whether Catholic universities should begin offering an evangelization major or concentration. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? <a href="https://www.patreon.com/bishopbarron">Become a patron</a> and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/bishopbarron">join us today</a>!

WOF 176: A God Problem in "The New York Times"

He grew up a four-sport athlete, including having been a highly recruited football player out of high school. Present day, he continues to train and compete across multiple sports. He is a Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist who has worked with elite performers across a wide spectrum: from semi-professional rugby players and Division I collegiate athletes to former NFL players and nationally ranked senior Olympians. A convert to the Catholic faith, he leads Hope Not Nope's human performance initiatives, serving military special operators, elite athletes, and driven entrepreneurs. Plus, he has also authored a book by the same name, Hope Not Nope.

CSR 363 Dr Dillon Caswell

A special episode, of sorts, he returns after having previously been on this show way back on Episode 120, more than two-and-a-half years ago. He is the Senior Director of Mission Integration, CYO, and Social Action for Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Cleveland. Earlier this year he was awarded St. Ambrose parish's Servant Leader Award. Over two years ago he had started a parish-based mental health ministry at St. Ambrose, and, as we hear about in this conversation, back in January of THIS year CYO began training their athletic directors regarding the mental health crises of children and teens.

CSR 255 Dr Dobie Moser

Join us this lent as we reflect on The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. This series was originally recorded last fall for the Seeking Excellence book club within our Locals community. 
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The Strategies of the Devil | Part 5 | Lent 2024

Today Deacon Harold looks into Soulful Psalm 119:147-150 and the readings for this sunday's Mass for the 26th Sunday in OT, Year C for Word of God Wednesday.

26th Sunday in OT, Year C

In this powerful episode, Sean Magennis takes the BeatiDudes deeper into the story behind his joy, warmth, and global perspective. He traces his roots back to South Africa, describing a childhood lived under apartheid with both privilege and painful awareness growing side by side. Sean shares the profound impact of Peter, the housekeeper who was legally treated as a second-class citizen, yet loved Sean and his siblings like family. At the same time, Sean opens up about the heartbreak of being sent to boarding school at age eight, crying himself to sleep and coming to understand that God would meet him in those moments. 
 
Through vivid memories of boarding school life in the Valley of a Thousand Hills, Sean recalls the friend who protected him, the daily chapel services that formed him, and the teachers who became spiritual anchors. He honors his godmother and spiritual mother, Noel Rey, and the giant wooden rosary from Medjugorje that still rests at his bedside and has carried him through dark nights. 
 
This episode becomes a moving tribute to the people who quietly shaped Sean’s faith and character, and an invitation for all of us to ask deeper questions about the stories and saints hidden in the lives of those around us. Hosted by Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein, this conversation shows the tender, tear-filled side of the BeatiDudes while still overflowing with gratitude and hope.
 
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From Apartheid to Abiding Hope | Sean Magennis | Episode #278

Fr. Dom homily from Rockford, MI from 6/13/23. For full text of the readings, click <a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/0613-memorial-anthony-padua.cfm" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a>. <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

6/13/23 - St. Anthony of Padua Feast Day with Fr. Dom Homily

On today's Beacon of Truth, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers is joined by Joesph White, Ph. D to talk about how we can better listen to God. Plus, Soulful Psalm 39:8-10. Share your comments here and Deacon Harold might read a couple of them or call 1-833-288-3986.

Listening to God

"Education cannot be neutral. It is either positive or negative. Either it enriches or it impoverishes... True education enables us to love life and opens us to the fullness of life." 
 
In this episode, we're joined by Kimberly Cichon, a mother of six and candidate for Calgary Catholic School District trustee, to explore the future of Catholic education. Our discussion delves into:
 
- Her personal journey from Protestant Christianity to Catholicism through teaching children's liturgy, highlighting how education can be a pathway to deeper faith
- The unique value of publicly funded Catholic education in Alberta and the importance of protecting this system while acknowledging its challenges
- The delicate balance between maintaining Catholic identity in schools while welcoming and serving a diverse student population
- Her discernment process in deciding to run for trustee, including spiritual direction and prayer that led to this decision- The critical role of parents as primary educators and how to navigate school choices for different children's needs
- Finding hope in Catholic education despite cultural challenges, and the importance of "leaning in" rather than abandoning Catholic institutions
- Practical wisdom for parents discerning educational choices, emphasizing the need for prayer and understanding each child's unique needs
- The power of formation before mission in preparing children to be witnesses to their faith in school settings
 
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BONUS EPISODE: Advocating for the Future of Catholic Education with Kimberly Cichon

Is the season of Advent just a cozy, sentimental period before Christmas? Or is it a time of spiritual revolution? Bishop Barron discusses this important period and shares some of his Advent recommendations. A listener asks how to make sense of slavery in the Bible. NOTE: Do you like this podcast, and Bishop Barron's other great work? Help support us by donating at <a href= "http://wordonfireshow.com/giving">http://wordonfireshow.com/giving</a>. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners...like you! So be part of this mission, and <a href="http://wordonfireshow.com/giving">donate today</a>.

WOF 156: The Advent Revolution

Emmanuel Gonzalez is an absolute legend. He frequently and courageously confronts the challenge of tackling topics relating to homosexuality and Catholic Church teaching. 
 
In this episode, Manny details his experience of falling away from his faith and living deeply in the ways of the world until he encountered the love and mercy of God that radically changed his life. 
 
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Ep 223 | Manny Gonzalez | The Fight For Truth Regarding Same Sex Attraction

Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR, grew up down the road from the BeatiDudes studio in Dallas, Texas. He graduated from the Virginia Military Institute and was commissioned into the US Naval Reserve. After his service, Fr. John Anthony worked in sales. Fr. John Anthony had a conversion to the Catholic faith during a series of miracles and encounters in Medjugorje. He then joined the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in 1996 and was ordained to the priesthood in 2005.Fr. John Anthony provides The BeatiDudes with a reflection on forgiveness and tools for achieving deeper forgiveness. Forgiveness is a choice of the will. It is not an emotion. It is not forgetting. It is a grace-filled act of the will that relies on God to be complete. Fr. John Anthony suggests a 30-day forgiveness retreat using the following formula for praying over your agitations: “In the name of Jesus, I forgive _____ for ______, and I bless them.” And for those playing along with BeatiDudes Bingo – this show is jam-packed with rarely used words, including betwixt, agita, and jackanape.Connect with the CFRs<a href="https://www.franciscanfriars.com/">https://www.franciscanfriars.com/</a><h2>Our Partners:</h2><a href="https://sockreligious.com/pages/beatidudes">Sock Religious (10% Discount)</a><a href="https://learnmore.solidarityhealthshare.org/beatidudes/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=BeatiDudes&amp;utm_content=why_solidarity">Solidarity HealthShare</a><a href="https://aquinaswealth.com/">Aquinas Wealth Advisors</a><a href="https://onfiremedia.com/beatidudes">On Fire Media</a><a href="https://www.lucidprivateoffices.com/">Lucid Private Office</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> <a href="https://www.davemooremusic.com/">Dave Moore Music</a>

FORGIVENESS is a CHOICE of the WILL | Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR | Episode #175

Kory Koralewski didn’t grow up in the Catholic Church, but when he found it in his 20s, everything changed. It started with a simple invite—taking his future wife to Mass—and grew into something much deeper. When his marriage hit rough waters, it was Perpetual Adoration that anchored him.Kory’s not just talking about faith; he’s living it. He saw the power of community and prayer firsthand and rallied the men in his parish to commit to nightly adoration. His journey is proof that even in moments of despair, seeking God and leaning on brotherhood can turn things around.Kory’s message is clear: Don’t wait for the perfect moment to embrace your faith. Start now, and watch how God, community, and a commitment to prayer can transform your life.

How Adoration Transformed My Life: A Testimony of Hope with Kory Koralewski

He is in his 20th season as the head football coach at Wingate University, where he is the program's all-time winningest coach. Previously he was an assistant coach at the University of Buffalo, and before that he was an assistant coach at Gettysburg College and a graduate assistant coach at Georgia Tech. As a student-athlete, he had played offensive line at Gettysburg College after having played football (and two other sports) in high school as well.

CSR 89 Joe Reich

In this special Christmas Eve episode, Victor and I reflect on the true meaning of giving your whole heart to God. Too often, we hold back out of fear—fear of being hurt, fear of what surrender really means, or even fear of giving up the “worldly things” that we think will satisfy us. But here’s the truth: the heart is where transformation happens.

When God calls us to follow Him, He doesn’t just want our minds or our actions—He wants our hearts, fully and completely. We dive deep into what it means to stop hedging your bets and go all-in with Christ, trusting Him with everything. This isn’t about perfection; it’s about choosing Him each day and giving Him access to every part of your life, even the messy places.

From scripture to the wisdom of the saints, we explore why the heart is so central to our faith:

- Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart.”
- Ezekiel 36:26: God promises to replace our hearts of stone with hearts of flesh.
- Psalm 16: David’s example of choosing God as his “portion and cup.”


We also talk about the powerful reflections from Archbishop Fulton Sheen and St. Augustine:

- Fulton Sheen reminds us that part of our hearts are with God in heaven, and we’ll always feel incomplete until we turn back to Him.
- St. Augustine famously said: “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You.”

And let’s be honest—this hits home for all of us. So many of us try to “play it safe” with God, hedging our bets and keeping one foot in the world. We share personal stories and struggles with this, and how we’ve learned (the hard way) that true joy and peace only come when we surrender fully to God’s love.

And hey, this isn’t just for “perfect Christians.” We talk about how the journey to giving God your whole heart is ongoing—there are ups, downs, mistakes, and grace-filled moments along the way. Jesus doesn’t demand perfection; He asks for our trust, our surrender, and our love.

On this beautiful Christmas Eve, we’re reminded that God gave everything for us. He sent His only Son to take on flesh, to live among us, and ultimately to give His life for ours. If God has already given us His heart, how can we not respond by offering Him ours in return?

The Heart of the Matter

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

Sometimes life is easy and sometimes life comes at us like a ton of bricks, with obstacles we can't seem to overcome. Our perspective can get distorted because we are stuck in the moment. When this happens it's important to remember that God has a plan for you and it is not a short-term plan. He has an eternal vision. Meditate this week on the reality that God has an eternal vision for you. If we maintain an eternal perspective nothing will seem too big for us.

Eternal Vision

Chatting on this Holy Thursday with film maker Jim Wahlberg about his new movie on the life of Carlo Actis and Jim's conversion to the Catholic faith. Also more in the Soulful Psalm. 

Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality: https://carloacutisfilm.com/
In a world losing itself to screens, teenage mystic Carlo Acutis saw beyond the social media-addicted society we live in and offered an answer… if we’re willing to listen.

Contact the Catholic Speakers Organization to book Jim Wahlberg https://catholicspeakers.com/profiles/jim-wahlberg for speaking events and public appearances.

Jim Wahlberg and Carlo Actis

A cradle Catholic, she played soccer all throughout high school and college, attending Catholic schools and even getting her degree in Theology. She is the creator of the Sportsmanship and Spirit Ministry for Seton High School, an all-girls, Catholic, college-preparatory school in Cincinnati, Ohio. She also talks during this interview about a group she is active with in her parish and also gives news about her family.