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Today I chat with Dr. Kevin Vost about the 4 cardinal and 3 theological virtues. --- 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>

49: What are the 4 cardinal and 3 theological virtues? With Dr. Kevin Vost

How to remain close to God and be aware of His presence throughout your busy workday.
***We are taking a short summer break and decided to play some of our favorite episodes. New episodes will resume in a couple of weeks, and we hope you enjoy these reminders in the meantime. God bless – Pat and Chris
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Hosts Pat Lencioni and Chris Stefanick give a daily reflection for Christians in the workplace.

Pray Without Ceasing

Bring love into hard conversations.
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Hosts Pat Lencioni and Chris Stefanick give a daily reflection for Christians in the workplace.

Loving Performance Reviews

Let peace lead you.
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Hosts Pat Lencioni and Chris Stefanick give a daily reflection for Christians in the workplace.

Hearing God

"I kept thinking, Did He see me there?" 

In this episode John discusses his pilgrimage to the Holy Land with his wife Angela. They share their unique and emotional experiences, including swimming in the Sea of Galilee, and mass at the Basilica of the Agony. They also stand on the shore where Jesus met Peter and forgiven him.

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Story Telling, Myths, and Fairy Tales (Sean Fitzpatrick) | Ep. 310

I interview Dave Rubin about Free speech, cancel culture, and disagreeing without being disagreeable. ABOUT DAVE Locals: <a href="https://rubinreport.com/">https://rubinreport.com/</a> Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/RubinReport">https://www.youtube.com/user/RubinReport</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: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 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>

Free Speech & "Cancel Culture" (Dave Rubin) | Ep. 217

In this week&#39;s episode of Catholic ReCon, testimonies from reverts and converts, guest renowned author and scholar Joseph Pearce joins the program. Joseph Pearce, once a militant atheist and extremist, found his worldview shaken by the very writers he admired. In this powerful Catholic testimony, Pearce shares how great literature, reason, and grace led him from hatred to the Church. His story is one of transformation, truth, and the harmony of faith and reason. Watch as he reveals how unexpected encounters with Catholics like G.K. Chesterton and J.R.R. Tolkien challenged his beliefs — and ultimately brought him home to the Catholic Church. ▶jpearce.co #JosephPearceTestimony#CatholicConversion#FaithAndReason#GKChesterton#JRRTolkien#CatholicAuthor#ChristianTestimony#LiteratureAndFaith#CatholicChurch#ConvertStory#ChristianConversion#Catholicism#AtheistToCatholic#LOTR#PowerfulTestimony ▶To support this channel, visit eddietrask.com/sponsorship▶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: https://bit.ly/3bdE6pr Wherever you are on the journey, God bless you. For more information, visit eddietrask.com.

Joseph Pearce's AMAZING Prison Conversion!

Holy Smokes. Not just an exclamation, but a perfect reaction to an episode where sports, surprises, and the sacred collide. 
In this final 2024 episode of They That Hope, Deacon Bob shares the electric experience of standing in the tunnel as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers took the field, while Father Dave recounts something even more awe-inspiring: a private audience with Pope Francis in the Vatican. From the roar of NFL fans to the quiet reverence of the Pope’s library, the hosts explore the breadth of human experience, and the divine grace that fills it. 
They also dive into sky-high sports salaries (looking at you, Juan Soto), the mission of Franciscan University, and the heart of Christmas: Emmanuel, God with us. And yes, there's movie talk, praying cards, and a plea not to sing at Wicked. 
 
Highlighted Sections 
(00:00) From the Buccaneers’ Tunnel to the Vatican Library  
Deacon Bob opens the show with a thrilling story of standing in the tunnel as the <a href='https://www.buccaneers.com/'>Buccaneers</a> entered the field, and spotting a rather jolly <a href='https://www.pgatour.com/player/01249/john-daly'>John Daly</a>. Meanwhile, Father Dave prepares to one-up him with a different kind of entrance: into a private meeting with the Pope. 
(04:44) Tunnel Trouble, Team Gear Drama, and Raiders Shade                                        
Learn the strict tunnel rules at <a href='https://raymondjamesstadium.com/'>Raymond James Stadium</a>, why someone got kicked out for wearing the wrong gear, and how Deacon Bob’s friend diplomatically supported both teams. 
(07:30) MLB Contracts and the Cost of a Catechist  
<a href='https://www.mlb.com/news/juan-soto-agrees-to-contract-with-mets'>Juan Soto’s record-breaking $765M contract</a> sparks a passionate discussion about financial disparities, the value of ministry, and how baseball salaries can make your theology degree feel...humbling. 
(14:14) Father Dave Meets Pope Francis  
The heart of the episode: Father Dave recounts his private audience with <a href='https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en.html'>Pope Francis</a>. From presenting the <a href='https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_19880701_professio-fidei_en.html'>Oath of Fidelity</a> to receiving a <a href='https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/answers/zucchetto-skull-cap-24805'>papal zucchetto</a>, it's a once-in-a-lifetime moment filled with reverence, humor, and deep spiritual insight. 
(20:50) A Theological Conference with a Twist  
The hosts discuss the Vatican conference on theology and culture, the difference between experience-based and revelation-based catechesis, and why Franciscan’s academic presence matters. 
(28:05) Christmas Movies, Wicked Warnings, and Red One Review  
Deacon Bob gives a surprisingly heartfelt thumbs-up to <a href='https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14948432/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_red%2520one'>Red One</a>, starring <a href='https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0425005/?ref_=tt_ov_3_1'>The Rock</a> and <a href='https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0262635/?ref_=tt_ov_3_2'>Chris Evans</a>. Father Dave contemplates <a href='https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1262426/'>Wicked</a>, but only if there's no sing-along. 
(34:39) Emmanuel, God With Us  
A moving conversation about <a href='https://www.catholicapostolatecenter.org/blog/emmanuel-god-with-us'>the meaning of Emmanuel</a> and Pope Francis’ summary of the kerygma: that Jesus not only died for us, but lives beside us daily—to strengthen, enlighten, and free. 
(38:29) Final Blessing and Christmas Reflections  
The hosts wrap the year with a reminder to slow down, take a breath, and remember what matters: God is with us. A final blessing for the season and prayers for all who listen. 
 
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<li><a href='https://online.franciscan.edu/'>Franciscan University Online Degrees </a>– Master’s programs in theology, catechetics, Catholic studies, criminal justice, and more. </li>
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Box of Joy is a ministry of Cross Catholic Outreach.
 
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Holy Smokes!

I chat with Lila Rose about her conversion to Catholicism. Find Lila's podcast at https://lilaroseshow.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/lilagracerose, Twitter at https://twitter.com/lilagracerose, and Instagram at https://instagram.com/lilaroseofficial. 🔴 Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd Sponsors: Ethos Logos Investments - https://www.elinvestments.net/pints Hallow - http://hallow.com/mattfradd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

From Protestant to Catholic (Lila Rose) | Ep. 232

<h3>Episode Overview</h3>David and Adam welcome Father Mike Schmitz to discuss the transformative power of prayer. With humor and candor, they explore the difference between merely saying prayers and truly praying, addressing how to cultivate a prayer life that aligns with God’s will. Drawing from Saint John Chrysostom and Fr. Thomas Dubay, the conversation emphasizes the universal need for prayer, especially for laypeople navigating the challenges of daily life, and offers practical insights for moving from rote recitation to a deeper, relational encounter with God.<h3>Key Discussion Points</h3><ul><li>Prayer for All Vocations: Fr. Mike Schmitz challenges the assumption that monks have a deeper prayer life, citing Saint John Chrysostom’s teaching that laypeople need prayer and scripture more than monks due to the “arrows and spears” of daily life—annoying bosses, irritating spouses, and bothersome kids. This resonates as a call for everyone to prioritize prayer, regardless of their state in life.</li><li>From Saying to Praying: The hosts and Fr. Mike discuss the transition from reciting set prayers to engaging in mental prayer (e.g., Ignatian prayer, Lectio Divina). Fr. Mike shares a personal story of a silent retreat where a memorized psalm provided words when his own failed, highlighting the value of rote prayers as a foundation for deeper communion.</li><li>Distractions in Prayer: The conversation addresses the common struggle of distractions, distinguishing between intentional distractions (e.g., checking a phone during prayer) and natural ones that God may use to purify prayer. Adam emphasizes the beauty of “wasting time” with God in contemplative presence, akin to an old couple silently enjoying each other’s company, versus being distracted by external devices.</li><li>Why Prayer Matters: Prayer is an act of faith, rooted in the belief that time spent with God transforms us into the person He calls us to be. Fr. Mike compares prayer’s motivation to health practices like intermittent fasting: if you’re convinced it makes a difference, you’ll commit. Prayer changes us to love like Jesus, even when we feel inadequate.</li><li>Overcoming Apathy and Ignorance: Referencing a humorous anecdote about a coach and player discussing “ignorance and apathy,” Fr. Mike stresses that convincing someone to pray requires sparking a desire to become more like Christ. Without an encounter with Jesus (the kerygma), prayer may seem irrelevant to those who don’t yet care to grow in holiness.</li><li>Practical Advice for Laymen: Fr. Thomas Dubay’s blunt wisdom—“If you’re content being a mediocre dad or mom, don’t pray”—underscores that prayer is essential for excellence in any vocation. Fr. Mike encourages introducing children to mental prayer early, as seen in his summer camp where sixth graders learn Lectio Divina and Ignatian prayer.</li></ul> <h3>Featured Gift</h3><ul><li><a href="https://catholicwoodworker.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Catholic Woodworker Rosary</a>: Fr. Mike receives an heirloom-quality rosary from The Catholic Woodworker, featuring handcrafted wood beads built to last. The hosts highlight its durability, even with young children handling it, and promote the official Catholic Man Show rosary.</li></ul> <h3>Spiritual Takeaway</h3>Prayer is not just a checkbox but an act of faith that transforms us into the image of Christ. Whether through memorized prayers that anchor us when words fail or mental prayer that fosters intimate communion, the key is presence with God. Laypeople, facing daily trials, need prayer as much as—if not more than—monks. By committing to prayer, even amidst distractions, we grow in love and align with God’s will for our lives.<h3>Call to Action</h3><ul><li>Get a <a href="https://catholicwoodworker.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Catholic Woodworker</a> Rosary: Visit <a href="https://catholicwoodworker.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">catholicwoodworker.com</a> to purchase an heirloom-quality rosary, including the official Catholic Man Show design, perfect for daily prayer.</li><li>Practice Mental Prayer: Start with Lectio Divina or Ignatian prayer to deepen your prayer life. Set aside time daily, even if brief, to be present with God, trusting that it will transform you.</li></ul>