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This week on They That Hope, Deacon Bob Rice and Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, tackle the rising tide of anxiety affecting young people—and all of us!  From Super Bowl surprises to shocking NBA trades, it’s a whirlwind of headlines, but the heart of this conversation is deeper: Why are so many teens (and adults) overwhelmed, and what can we do about it? 
Drawing from Dr. Greg Bottaro’s new “In Focus” series, alongside insights from The Anxious Generation and Bad Therapy, the hosts explore how overprotection in the real world and chaos online have created a generation experiencing heightened anxiety. They also reflect on parenting, prayer, digital safety, and the role of faith in fostering real peace and resilience. 
Meanwhile, Father Dave celebrates his 60th birthday (officially “elderly”), Deacon Bob returns from a retreat in Arizona and a week in Texas, and together they close with a hopeful call for Christian unity in a fractured world. 
 
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(00:00) Father Dave Is Officially Old (and Kind of Okay With It)  
The guys reunite after a missed week, and Deacon Bob wastes no time celebrating Father Dave’s 60th birthday. From Googling “what is old?” to surprise parties and retreat moments, the milestone gets a heartfelt and hilarious treatment. 
(01:36) Super Bowl Blowout and the Lost Art of the Commercial  
The Eagles crush the Chiefs in a <a href='https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401671889/chiefs-eagles'>game full of fireworks</a>—literally. Deacon Bob vents about the lopsided score, Father Dave praises the <a href='https://youtu.be/K0iKgJXy_gk?si=Zt7a1Sqxz4HIYMs3'>Clydesdale commercial</a>, and both give nods to halftime outfits that were refreshingly modest. 
(07:02) Luka to the Lakers?! Shockwaves in the NBA  
In a trade that stunned fans and players alike, <a href='https://www.nba.com/player/1629029/luka-doncic'>Luka Dončić</a> heads to L.A. while <a href='https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/6583/anthony-davis'>Anthony Davis</a> lands in Dallas. The guys unpack how the NBA's power dynamic is shifting, and celebrate the Cavs' rise with three All-Stars on deck. 
(10:20) Faith, Anxiety, and Catholic Mindfulness  
Father Dave previews the “<a href='https://faithandreason.com/series/in-focus/'>In Focus</a>” series with <a href='https://catholicpsych.com/'>Dr. Greg Bottaro</a>, diving into the rise in youth anxiety. Deacon Bob brings in themes from <a href='https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/book'>The Anxious Generation </a>and <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Therapy-Kids-Arent-Growing/dp/0593542924'>Bad Therapy</a>, reflecting on parenting, digital dangers, and why we need both grace and grit. 
(19:55) Safer Internet Day, Pornography, and Protecting Kids Online  
From age verification laws to the “<a href='https://www.waituntil8th.org/'>Wait Until 8th</a>” campaign, Deacon Bob shares practical ideas for creating safer digital environments—and why this battle has to be fought together, in schools, homes, and communities. 
(26:55) Utopia, TX and the Beauty of Christian Unity  
Deacon Bob recounts a week with <a href='https://younglife.org/'>Young Life</a> leaders in Texas, reflecting on the joy of shared mission between Catholics and Protestants. Father Dave underscores the Church’s call to unity without compromise—celebrating common ground without denying the real differences. 
(33:11) One Easter for All? A Humble Hope for the Future  
They discuss the rare year when all Christians celebrate Easter on the same day—and the <a href='https://www.ewtnvatican.com/articles/pope-francis-calls-for-unified-easter-celebrations-3441'>Vatican’s long-standing willingness</a> to unify Easter calendars as a sign of communion. Spoiler: Pope Francis isn’t the first to suggest it. 
(36:18) Signs of Hope: Lifelong Ministry and Lifelong Friends  
Deacon Bob shares the joy of meeting youth ministers with decades of service. Father Dave reflects on 35 years of friendship and the grace of walking together in faith. It’s a fitting close to an episode that starts with age—and ends with legacy. 
 
Resources Mentioned 
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<li><a href='https://faithandreason.com/series/in-focus/'>In Focus</a> with Dr. Greg Bottaro </li>
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<li><a href='https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/book'>The Anxious Generation </a>by Jonathan Haidt </li>
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<li><a href='https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Therapy-Kids-Arent-Growing/dp/0593542924'>Bad Therapy </a> by Abigail Shrier </li>
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<li><a href='https://endsexualexploitation.com/'>EndSexualExploitation.com</a> </li>
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<li>“<a href='https://www.waituntil8th.org/'>Wait Until 8th” Movement</a> </li>
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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>.

Stressed Out

David Colletti is a loving husband, father, and people-focused leader driving outsized impact through a culture of extraordinary teams built on character, magnanimity, authenticity, integrity, and purpose. Colletti is Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Mergers &amp; Acquisitions for 7-Eleven, Inc. He is responsible for all store growth and integration in the U.S. and Canada, including new store builds, acquisitions and integration, store development in partnership with the Construction team, and managing the company’s extensive portfolio of physical assets to ensure they deliver maximum value to 7-Eleven. Colletti serves on the board of the DFW Retail Executives Association. He received a dual-degree Bachelor of Arts from The Catholic University of America and his Juris Doctor from George Washington University Law School.The show starts with the Dudes slurping up a 7-Eleven history lesson from David. Quickly, we learn that Colletti was drawn to his first job on 7-Eleven’s legal team because of the Jesus conversations he had when discussing servant leadership during his interviews. BIG MOMENT - On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Brainiac Know-It-All to address the prompt “You know you’re Catholic when you love talking about ______.” But there is a twist - - this version of the game is worth 711 points, and the results may change the Season One scoreboard completely. On TBD, David and the Dudes answer the question of the day, “What is something that makes you mad.” And to wrap up the show with another Reverse Simpsons, the Dudes play a homegrown version of “Catch Phrase.” Nick and Paul take turns trying to get David to guess as many words or phrases as possible out of 10 possible during the one-minute and 33-second timer. <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>

JESUS & SLURPEES | Oh Thank Heaven For 7-Eleven, and David Colletti | Episode #045

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8th Day of Easter

&quot;Our public education system has not only undermined religion, it has replaced religion with socio-political ideology.&quot; Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Fr. Deacon Christopher Warner of the Acton Institute about the state of modern education and the challenges facing Catholic parents. Our discussion explores:- How public education has shifted from teaching critical thinking to promoting ideological indoctrination- The historical roots of education&#39;s transformation through cultural Marxism and the sexual revolution- Why all education is inherently sectarian and reflects specific worldviews- The false anthropologies being taught to children that contradict Catholic understanding of human nature- How parents can navigate a system increasingly hostile to Christian values- The principle of subsidiarity in education and why it &quot;begins at home&quot;- Practical alternatives including homeschooling, private education, and hybrid approaches- The importance of protecting children from harmful media influencesFr. Deacon Christopher shares insights from his experience as a Catholic educator and offers guidance for parents seeking to raise children with authentic Catholic formation. Whether you&#39;re concerned about the public school curriculum or looking for alternatives, this conversation provides a framework for understanding today&#39;s educational challenges through a Catholic lens.This episode reminds us that as parents are the primary educators of their children, we must be vigilant about the values and worldview being taught to the next generation - and be prepared to take more active roles in their education when necessary.We want to hear from you! Please feel free to email us at cofcomcat@gmail.com with any feedback and let us know what you think.Subscribe on our Website:https://www.cofcomcat.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@CofComCatLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/coffee-commerce-catechesis/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cofcomcatTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@cofcomcatFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Coffee-Commerce-Catechesis-Podcast/61556073063795/

Education or Ideological Indoctrination? with Christopher B. Warner

John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman sit down to discuss why Satan hates the Blessed Virgin Mary so intensely. They unpack the truths that Scripture, Tradition, modern exorcists, and the holy saints uniformly teach. From Genesis to Revelation, the battle between the devil and Our Blessed Mother is clear. In this episode, they touch on four reasons why the Devil hates the Blessed Virgin and why you should love Her and join Her army.In this show we discuss;<ul>
<li>What men can expect to gain by understanding these truths</li>
<li>How Mary's womanhood, as opposed to manhood, contributes to Satan's anger</li>
<li>How this conflict fits within the Divine Plan</li>
</ul> We also get to answer a question from a listener about gender pronouns in the workplace. If you have a question for us to answer on the show please send a voice recording or written out question to podcast@catholicgentleman.com.INCREDIBLE DEVOTIONAL FOR MEN: LEAD by Devin Schadt - <a href="https://store.catholicgentleman.com/collections/books/products/lead-daily-devotional">https://store.catholicgentleman.com/collections/books/products/lead-daily-devotional</a>🔴 Get this and watch the entire 1h 30mins of episode 172 here - https://catholicgentlemanplus.com🔴 Dr. John Cuddeback joins CG+ to discuss the difference between discipleship and brotherhood and why brotherhood is what our world needs. You can get this, dozens of talks, sessions, and books inside of CatholicGentlemanPlus.com - Join Us Today!﻿✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air.15 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Exclusive Monthly Guest Experts - Daily Saint Quotes and MoreHelp Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or <a href="https://catholicgentleman.com/support">https://catholicgentleman.com/support</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

4 Reasons Why the Devil Hates the Blessed Virgin

Mike Neri has a long record of service to the nation, his communities, and corporate and entrepreneurial organizations. A West Point graduate, Mike served in the Army on active duty for 12 years, attaining the rank of Major. He served in duty assignments and positions of leadership in the 1st Cavalry Division, the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, the 10th Combat Support Hospital, and in the Department of the Army Staff in the Pentagon. While on active duty serving in Colorado, Mike earned his MBA from Regis University. Mike transitioned to corporate America in 2004 and began a career in banking &amp; financial services specializing in Fintech and Payments.What defines Mike most is his care, love, and focus on his family. The show starts with a reflection on how Mike and Jeff met in 2005 through the Christ Renews His Parish retreat at St. Thomas Aquinas in East Dallas. This proved to be a formative moment for Mike’s spiritual journey and his connection to authentic Catholic community for himself and his family. Mike goes on to share the journey of his time in the Army and the various stages of his career and work while also raising a family. During his time serving in Washington, DC, Mike worked for a few years in the Pentagon and happened to be onsite during the attacks of September 11, 2001. Mike’s original office was in the direct path of the airplane that struck the Pentagon, and thankfully his office had relocated to the inner ring only months earlier for a renovation. This tragic experience of this event reignited Mike’s faith. On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a hypochondriac to address the question, “What should I give up for Lent?” This episode’s TBD question asks Mike and the Dudes to reflect on another major world event that they can recall during their lifetime other than 9/11. For Reverse Simpsons, Jeff takes his co-hosts and Mike through a 3-question round of “Finish these lyrics,” and you are encouraged to play along at home. <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://decidedexcellence.com/">Decided Excellence</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>

From the PENTAGON on 9/11 to a life of serving CHRIST and OTHERS | with Mike Neri | Episode #037

2-12: To help form men 
In this week’s episode, Sean sits down in the pub with Steve Norman all the way from Stratford Ontario. Listen as Steve and Sean discuss building ministry and friendship with men, and encouraging both young men and men to find what their goals in life are.

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A Dram with Steve Norman

Catholics and Latter-day Saints (Mormonism): Deacon discusses theological differences and surprising similarities with philosopher and professor, Dr. Francis Beckwith.&nbsp;He shares personal faith journey away from the Catholic church, and back. They discuss LDS beliefs, practices, and what Catholics can learn from their community. Whether you're curious about interfaith dialogue or comparative religion, this episode offers a unique and thought-provoking discussion.The book: <a href="https://ignatius.com/a-catholic-engagement-with-latter-day-saints-celdsp/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A Catholic Engagement with Latter-day Saints</a>Also at: <a href="https://amzn.to/4huz0EB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/4huz0EB</a> For more on Deacon Charlie: <a href="https://www.deaconcharlie.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.deaconcharlie.com/podcast</a> For more on MAX Studios: <a href="https://ustmaxstudios.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ustmaxstudios.com</a>

Faith, Authority & Apostasy - LDS (Mormon) & Catholics | Dr Francis Beckwith

In this short video, Mathias Lehnfeld discusses his Catholic upbringing, his turn towards atheism, and an unexpected series of events which led him back to the faith. &nbsp;&nbsp;
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How an Atheist’s Heart was Changed in St. Gemma Galgani's Hometown | Guest Mathias Lehnfeld

Kyle Washut, president of Wyoming Catholic College, joins the bonus show to discuss the trials and triumphs of family life. He and his wife Erin are happily raising their six kids, ranging from high school to one year old. Kyle attributes all family triumphs to the work of our Lord and recognizes that we are not the responsible party for all the goodness that comes from our kids.He recounts the harrowing tale of their fifth baby, Macrina, and the scare that occurred when his wife went into labor at 19 weeks pregnant. Needing a higher order of medical care to stop the hemorrhaging, Erin and Kyle had to be transported to a major hospital in Denver by plane. When they left the kids behind, they feared that Erin might not survive, and they were told that the baby would certainly not make it. The doctors encouraged the couple to perform a “procedure,” which was a euphemism for an abortion. Kyle knew at this moment they were facing a medical community that was not on the same page as the family, and the couple would need to rearrange their entire lives to prevent the ongoing pressure to abort.Kyle couldn’t return to Wyoming Catholic College, where he was serving as a dean and a professor, while his wife and unborn baby needed him in Denver. As Erin remained pregnant for ten more weeks in the hospital, the entire college met and decided to reorganize the schedules and plans of EVERYONE—all staff, students, and faculty—to accommodate the family's needs in supporting this birth. Baby Macrina is now a thriving five-year-old girl. This story is the greatest commercial anyone could ever imagine for how community is formed in special places like Wyoming Catholic College. Learn more about <a href="https://wyomingcatholic.edu/">Wyoming Catholic College</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://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>

My Wife Went into Labor at 19 Weeks | Kyle Washut | Episode #136

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Case #03- Spiritual Roulette- Pt. 2

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Catholics in Exile (Dr. Scott Hahn) | Ep. 432

As we try to navigate our way as Catholics in a modern world many of us wonder what the recipe is for true success.  Everyone wants a happy world and a healthy country but many people aren’t very clear about what role the Church or God has to play in giving us those.  In fact, however, there is a very clear recipe.  And I like to call it the four anchors.  In this five part series I am going to walk you through those four anchors and give you practical tips on how to implement them yourself.

DGT Episode 265 - God Is The Best Foundation - The Four Anchors Part 1

What starts as a small vice for men spirals into continuous sin, addiction, and spiritual destruction. Today, John Heinen and Devin Schadt tackle three devastating habits that plague virtually every man's journey. They reveal the surprising connection between self-perception and our most dangerous tendencies, showing how both thinking too little and too much of ourselves leads down identical paths to self-destruction. With brutal honesty from their own experiences, John and Devin offer a practical and simple framework for understanding and conquering these universal male struggles before they consume your life, relationships, and soul. Every man needs these insights for the battles in his life. 🔥 NEW Catholic Gentleman Apparel - https://store.catholicgentleman.com/collections/apparel-1 Books for the Journey: LEAD - <a href="https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/products/lead-daily-devontions-for-every-man">Click Here</a> QUESTION FOR US: We love to answer your questions on the show so send them our way to <a href="mailto:podcast@catholicgentleman.com">podcast@catholicgentleman.com</a> Check out the Fathers of St. Joseph - https://fathersofstjoseph.org/ Follow Us On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheCatholicGentleman 🔴 CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN PLUS (ENTERTAINMENT SESSION JUST LANDED)Enjoy 23 unique sessions for men, access exclusive weekly content, ebooks, guest series, and our live Q and A at Catholic Gentleman Plus: https://catholicgentlemanplus.comHelp Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Victory Over Bad Habits: The 3 Battles Every Man Faces

Every Advent Christians are treated to readings from the Gospel which remind them to stay awake.  In Luke chapter 21 Our Lord says, “Keep on the alert at all times.”  Obviously Our Lord here is referring here to a spiritual alertness but it’s also something that we can apply in the world of business.  To what degree does a leader need to stay awake at all times?  How can his faith help him to do so?  And how can his business help him to stay awake in his faith?

DGT Episode 151 - Staying Awake - Flexibility, The Art Of Power Part 3

In this week&#39;s episode of Catholic ReCon, testimonies from reverts and converts, guest Jeremy Robinson completely opens his heart to share the good news of Jesus Christ -- the Incarnate Son of God, fully present in the Holy Eucharist. 
 
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How a Prosperity Gospel Evangelical Became a Converted Catholic

Today we address the controversial anti-Catholic comments made by Joe Rogan on "The Joe Rogan Experience" - the world's most popular podcast. Joe Rogan's anti-Catholic remarks have been heard by hundreds of millions of people, and his weak arguments negatively influence their opinions. John Heinen and Devin Schadt listen to these comments and expose the myths and falsehoods while revealing the truth about the Catholic faith.🔴 🔴 SPONSORS🔵 The Rosary In a Year with Fr. Mark-Mary - <a href="https://ascensionpress.com/gentleman">Click Here</a>🟠 Exodus 90 - Starts on Jan. 20 - START FOR FREE <a href="https://exodus90.com/catholicgentleman">Click Here</a> QUESTION OF THE WEEK: We love to answer your questions on the show so send them our way to <a href="mailto:podcast@catholicgentleman.com">podcast@catholicgentleman.com</a>.Check out the Fathers of St. Joseph - https://fathersofstjoseph.org/CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN PLUS🔴 🔴 Watch the extended addition, all 1 h 20 mins of episode 191 on Catholic Gentleman Plus where we go deeper into how men can better prepare and combat these lies: https://catholicgentlemanplus.com🔴 Enjoy 20 unique sessions, access exclusive weekly content, ebooks, guest series, and our live Q and A at Catholic Gentleman Plus: <a href="https://catholicgentlemanplus.com/">https://catholicgentlemanplus.com</a>Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Reacting to Joe Rogan On Catholicism

In part 2 of this incredible journey, Tyler (and his spontaneous wife Jorielle!) discuss their different approaches to research, discovery, Mary, and the Church. 
 
Part 1 is here: https://youtu.be/s9ftMIprbW4
 
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Why a Pentecostal Couple Researched Catholicism

By our baptism God calls us to be leaders of our world.  But where does leadership begin?  How can someone who might not customarily be used to leading actually begin to assert themselves under God’s grace in the world around them?  St. Thomas Aquinas offers us some amazing insights from his Summa Theologica.  Let’s dive in and talk about the movement of the will and it’s power to lead.

DGT Episode 113 - Leadership From Aquinas - A Course For Catholic Leaders Part 2

Are you struggling with emotional wounds, shame, anxiety, or spiritual dryness?&nbsp; In this episode of A Reason for Hope Podcast, Mario Costabile sits down with Dr. Bob Schuchts—founder of the John Paul II Healing Center and author of Be Healed—who shares how true healing comes through a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. Many faithful Christians love God but still feel stuck in patterns of fear, unforgiveness, trauma, or broken relationships. In this episode, we explore the roots of spiritual and emotional wounds, why forgiveness is essential to healing, and how unhealed pain can affect our relationship with God. Bob also shares insights from the recent John Paul II Healing Center retreat and offers practical steps to invite Jesus into your wounds. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re not experiencing the healing you pray for, or if healing is even possible for you, this conversation will remind you that Jesus is not just a teacher—He is a healer. No wound is beyond His mercy. No heart is beyond restoration. 🙏 Subscribe for more Catholic content on healing, faith, spiritual growth, and encountering Christ. -Support our Sponsors-<a href="https://bit.ly/4pd2t9B" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Magnifier</a>&nbsp;- An exciting new magazine to awaken wonder in children ages 7–12. -Support Our Mission-<a href="https://arrayofhope.org/donate" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Donate Here</a><a href="https://arrayofhope.org/" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Book an Event</a> -Follow Us On Social Media-Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://facebook.com/r4hpodcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">https://facebook.com/r4hpodcast</a>Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/r4hpodcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">https://instagram.com/r4hpodcast</a>YouTube:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtube.com/@R4HPodcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">https://youtube.com/@R4HPodcast</a>TikTok:<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@r4hpodcast" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;https://www.tiktok.com/@r4hpodcast</a> -Follow Dr. Bob Schuchts -Website - <a href="https://jpiihealingcenter.org/" target="_blank">https://jpiihealingcenter.org/</a>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jpiihealingcenter/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jpiihealingcenter/</a>Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JP2HealingCenter" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JP2HealingCenter</a>X - <a href="https://x.com/JPIIHealing" target="_blank">https://x.com/JPIIHealing</a>YouTube - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@JPIIHealingCenter" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@JPIIHealingCenter</a>Podcast - <a href="https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/" target="_blank">https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/</a> ⏰Timecode⏰00:00 Introduction 01:31 Start of Interview 02:43 What gravitated you toward Healing in the Church? 03:59 Healing The Whole Person 05:16 How is Healing Connected to our Salvation? 07:58 How do we help those in our lives to acknowledge the need for healing?13:01 Having compassion toward those who hurt us 16:43 The Limitations of Therapy Without God 24:26 The importance of identifying the roots of our wounds 28:18 The Importance of Forgiveness in Healing31:31 What is a Spiritual Stronghold?34:21 Demonic Strongholds and Lies36:49 Ways to strenghten ourselves in healing 42:30 Jesus as our Healer44:49 The Invitation to Return to God's Love46:42 What Bob is Up To Next

Why Therapy Alone Can’t Heal the Soul | Bob Schuchts Explains What's Missing

Tune into In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey&mdash;virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives&mdash;and for the people who support and love them.

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Struggling with Sexual Sin | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

Based on two things: Acts of the Apostles chapter 10 and the Second Vatican Council's Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity
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Modernity's Demand

What do you do when every conversation with your wife seems to go sideways, even when you're trying to do the right thing? John Heinen and Devin Schadt sit down to expose the hidden habits that slowly destroy communication within marriages. With spiritual clarity and lived experience, they unpack how small patterns, like avoidance, assumptions, or rushed “fixes/hacks", can consistently unravel trust between husband and wife.
Instead of playing defense, this episode shows men 5 ways to take responsibility for the tone, clarity, and direction of the most important conversations in their home. We discuss how resentment breeds in the silent darkness of unmet needs. Because a Catholic husband doesn’t just talk, he leads. And that starts with the next conversation.
 
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How to Stop Fighting with Your Wife

Episode 190: The Man in the Mirror

Have you ever just rubbed someone the wrong way? Or they just irk you a little bit? Maybe it is NOT an unsolvable mystery. Sometimes our reactions that seem over-the-top are actually steaming from wounded places deep-down in our hearts. Maybe it is time we REALLY look at ourselves in the mirror. 

In this episode with John and Victor, you will hear about:

- Keeping up the facade of “I’m fine” 
- Two people blinded to their own faults
- Complaining and blaming others is never the solution
- Practical tips for managing our own wounds!

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The Man In The Mirror

Grab a seat in the pew as John and Victor discuss Vulnerability as the first step towards becoming the man God created you to be.

Vulnerability

Remembrance is at the heart of the Christian life. When we forget who we are and Whose we are, we often fail to see the great gift of our lives and the abundant blessings we have received. Join John and Victor as they challenge us to focus not simply on the material gifts of Christmas, but on The Gift of Christ and his saving power in our lives. 

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Advent- Remember Your Blessings

Who are men listening to in 2025?

Join us in the pew this week for a conversation with longtime friend and guest Pete Burak, Vice President of Renewal Ministries.

So many young men who desire discipleship are drawn to online influencers because they are validating that desire with a distorted version of masculinity. What they’re really longing for is the radical call of Jesus—the only One who can truly transform a man’s heart. Following Jesus means going all in. It means rejecting a lukewarm heart and letting Him radically transform your life as a man of God.

Masculinity isn’t toxic. It’s holy—when Jesus is at the center.

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Authentic Masculinity with Pete Burak

In this week's episode of Catholic Re.Con., testimonies from Catholic reverts and converts, guest Aaron Joseph goes from foster care (in 3 families!) to devotion to the foster father of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.&nbsp;
 
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How St. Joseph became the patron of Aaron Joseph

Hey all, For the next 2 weeks we're doing a promotion. If you become a $10 or more patron of Pints With Aquinas here, I'll send you all that other free stuff AND I'll send you a limited edition Thomas Aquinas magnet for your car ... AND I'll send you a super awkward private video message. --- Today I interview Dr. Brant Pitre. Here's a bit about him: <a href="https://www.brantpitre.com/">Dr. Brant Pitre</a> is Distinguished Research Professor of Scripture at the Augustine Institute in Denver, CO. He earned his Ph.D. in Theology from the University of Notre Dame, where he specialized in the study of the New Testament and ancient Judaism. He is the author of several articles and books, including: Jesus, the Tribulation, and the End of the Exile (Baker Academic, 2005), Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist (Image Books, 2011), Jesus the Bridegroom (Image Books, 2014), Jesus and the Last Supper (Eerdmans, 2015), and The Case for Jesus (Image, 2016). Dr. Pitre is an extremely enthusiastic and engaging speaker who lectures regularly across the United States. He has produced dozens of Bible studies on CD, DVD, and MP3, in which he explores the biblical foundations of Catholic faith and theology. He currently lives in Gray, Louisiana, with his wife Elizabeth, and their five children. --- Here's the entire article I read from today from Aquinas: Article 4. Whether Christ should have committed His doctrine to writing? Objection 1. It would seem that Christ should have committed His doctrine to writing. For the purpose of writing is to hand down doctrine to posterity. Now Christ's doctrine was destined to endure for ever, according to Luke 21:33: "Heaven and earth shall pass away, but My words shall not pass away." Therefore it seems that Christ should have committed His doctrine to writing. Objection 2. Further, the Old Law was a foreshadowing of Christ, according to Hebrews 10:1: "The Law has [Vulgate: 'having'] a shadow of the good things to come." Now the Old Law was put into writing by God, according to Exodus 24:12: "I will give thee" two "tables of stone and the law, and the commandments which I have written." Therefore it seems that Christ also should have put His doctrine into writing. Objection 3. Further, to Christ, who came to enlighten them that sit in darkness (Luke 1:79), it belonged to remove occasions of error, and to open out the road to faith. Now He would have done this by putting His teaching into writing: for Augustine says (De Consensu Evang. i) that "some there are who wonder why our Lord wrote nothing, so that we have to believe what others have written about Him. Especially do those pagans ask this question who dare not blame or blaspheme Christ, and who ascribe to Him most excellent, but merely human, wisdom. These say that the disciples made out the Master to be more than He really was when they said that He was the Son of God and the Word of God, by whom all things were made." And farther on he adds: "It seems as though they were prepared to believe whatever He might have written of Himself, but not what others at their discretion published about Him." Therefore it seems that Christ should have Himself committed His doctrine to writing. On the contrary, No books written by Him were to be found in the canon of Scripture. I answer that, It was fitting that Christ should not commit His doctrine to writing. First, on account of His dignity: for the more excellent the teacher, the more excellent should be his manner of teaching. Consequently it was fitting that Christ, as the most excellent of teachers, should adopt that manner of teaching whereby His doctrine is imprinted on the hearts of His hearers; wherefore it is written (Matthew 7:29) that "He was teaching them as one having power." And so it was that among the Gentiles, Pythagoras and Socrates, who were teachers of great excellence, were unwilling to write anything. For writings are ordained, as to an end, unto the imprinting of doctrine in the hearts of the hearers. Secondly, on account of the excellence of Christ's doctrine, which cannot be expressed in writing; according to John 21:25: "There are also many other things which Jesus did: which, if they were written everyone, the world itself, I think, would not be able to contain the books that should be written." Which Augustine explains by saying: "We are not to believe that in respect of space the world could not contain them . . . but that by the capacity of the readers they could not be comprehended." And if Christ had committed His doctrine to writing, men would have had no deeper thought of His doctrine than that which appears on the surface of the writing. Thirdly, that His doctrine might reach all in an orderly manner: Himself teaching His disciples immediately, and they subsequently teaching others, by preaching and writing: whereas if He Himself had written, His doctrine would have reached all immediately. Hence it is said of Wisdom (Proverbs 9:3) that "she hath sent her maids to invite to the tower." It is to be observed, however, that, as Augustine says (De Consensu Evang. i), some of the Gentiles thought that Christ wrote certain books treating of the magic art whereby He worked miracles: which art is condemned by the Christian learning. "And yet they who claim to have read those books of Christ do none of those things which they marvel at His doing according to those same books. Moreover, it is by a Divine judgment that they err so far as to assert that these books were, as it were, entitled as letters to Peter and Paul, for that they found them in several places depicted in company with Christ. No wonder that the inventors were deceived by the painters: for as long as Christ lived in the mortal flesh with His disciples, Paul was no disciple of His." Reply to Objection 1. As Augustine says in the same book: "Christ is the head of all His disciples who are members of His body. Consequently, when they put into writing what He showed forth and said to them, by no means must we say that He wrote nothing: since His members put forth that which they knew under His dictation. For at His command they, being His hands, as it were, wrote whatever He wished us to read concerning His deeds and words." Reply to Objection 2. Since the old Law was given under the form of sensible signs, therefore also was it fittingly written with sensible signs. 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132: Did Jesus really claim to be God? With Brant Pitre

Is your life full of noise, stress, and spiritual disconnection? You’re not alone.

Join us in the pew this week as John and Victor dive into the chaos that often fills our lives, and the despair that can follow. They unpack how addiction, stress, and misplaced priorities lead us away from peace and into deeper confusion.

But there’s hope. Through honest reflection, spiritual discipline, and authentic community, we can begin to reclaim order in our lives. Listen as John and Victor speak plainly about their own past, and the practical ways they were able to move from chaos to clarity, and from despair to hope.

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<h2>Unlocking the Mystery of God and the World</h2>
In this week’s episode, Sean sits down with Jimmy Akin of Catholic Answers and StarQuest. Follow along while they discuss how Jimmy came about to his increasingly popular podcast “Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World”.
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What if building brotherhood was simpler than you think? In this powerful episode, discover a step-by-step blueprint for launching a thriving men's group in your parish &mdash; no budget, no gimmicks, just real brotherhood.&nbsp;
Jim Stanley, executive director of Central Texas Fellowship of Catholic Men, reveals the proven strategy behind growing 46 active men&rsquo;s groups across the Diocese of Austin. From identifying "low-hanging fruit" parishes to creating small group structures that foster trust and transformation, Jim walks us through the exact playbook that&rsquo;s changing lives.&nbsp;
You&rsquo;ll hear how simple moments &mdash; like sharing prayer requests or showing up for service &mdash; become powerful catalysts for connection. Whether you&rsquo;re just getting started or looking to reinvigorate a tired group, this episode shows you how real men build real brotherhood &mdash; and why it matters now more than ever.
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How to Start a Men’s Group | Jim Stanley

This week, I’m thrilled to have Heather Khym, co-host of the Abiding Together Podcast, join me for a special episode. With Advent in full swing, Heather and I dive deep into the meaning of this beautiful season and how it’s so much more than just a countdown to Christmas.

Heather shares the inspiration behind her Advent journal, Encountering Emmanuel, and how Jesus wants to meet us in our “messy stables”—the broken, vulnerable places we often hide. We reflect on the importance of slowing down, making space for Christ, and letting Him enter our hearts to bring healing and freedom.

In this conversation, we explore some powerful truths:

👉Why Advent feels overlooked and how we can reclaim its importance.
👉How to recognize Christ as the healer who enters our struggles, not just a distant figure.
👉Heather’s personal stories of vulnerability and the real freedom that comes when we let go of control.
👉Practical ways to prepare your heart for Jesus this season, using Heather’s guided reflections and journaling prompts.

Advent is a time to pause, reflect, and encounter Christ anew. I hope this episode inspires you to open your heart to Him, whether that means diving into Heather’s journal or simply carving out quiet time to pray.

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