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Does God Exist? (Alex Plato) | Ep. 389

Anyone charged with leadership has to constantly confront difficulty.  In fact any leader will tell you that problems are their playing field.  But confronting difficulty and challenge is not always easy.  It takes courage and bravery.  Pope Leo the Great, the Bishop of Rome from 440 AD to 461 AD, gives us an example of tremendous courage in the face of controversy.  The example he gives in his day can strengthen us to do the challenges in front of us each day in the office and in the family.

DGT Episode 287 - Braving Confrontation With Leo The Great - Leadership Lessons From The Saints Part 5

Without a doubt our life as leaders can propose challenges.  And yet, what is its reward?  What are we in this for after all?  And as a Christian leader, what is it proper to be in it for?  What is the proper reward for a follower of Christ who takes upon himself or herself the mantle of leadership?  Is it right to look for anything at all?  What does our Lord teach us about leadership and its rewards?

DGT Episode 96 - The Leader's Glory - Leadership Lessons From Aquinas - Part 7

In this episode, we’ll learn that:
 - We can combat envy by practicing humility and gratitude
 - God will provide everything we need
 - Charity toward others wards off envy

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Envy

Grab a seat in the pew as John and Victor discuss excuses and how they can keep us from living the truth of Christ in our lives.

Excuses

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Walk with Curtis Martin, the founder of Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) in the United States, as he reveals how the Great Shema from Deuteronomy can, and does, make great Saints out of ordinary people.
Curtis expounds on how his ministry has crossed borders, challenged with the bureaucracy of doing so, comparing it to St. Paul’s missionary travels. Find out how he is currently mobilizing an army of FOCUS alumni to use their formation in values, turning them into virtues, by putting into practice what they have received through learning from the example of other missionaries.
Curtis encourages us to stay in the posse of our faithful brothers and sisters to avoid becoming cold in faith and fidelity. Faith is a team sport.
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A Dram with Curtis Martin

Grab a seat in the pew as John and Victor discuss the fear of going to confession and the roadblock it can become on the road to holiness

Confession

Know Your (Catholic) History with Karl Keating: In this episode we hear from Karl Keating, internationally known Catholic apologist and author, and founder of Catholic Answers. We discuss the importance of knowing Catholic history to make a case for the truth of Catholicism, to debunk historically inaccurate accounts of events typically used to discredit the Church, and to contextualize the current crisis in the Church and the world. We also learn a bit about other plans Karl has for his retirement years, which includes a book series on backpacking and hiking! -- About Karl KeatingKarl Keating is founder and senior fellow at Catholic Answers. He is the author of seven books, including his most recent, The New Geocentrists and The Ultimate Catholic Quiz. His books Catholicism and Fundamentalism and What Catholics Really Believe have been national best sellers.-- This podcast is sponsored by Real Estate for Life.Real Estate for Life is a multinational corporation with 1,400 experienced, faith-based agents world-wide to connect you with a Catholic service provider who shares your values.Visit their website at <a href="https://realestateforlife.org/">www.realestateforlife.org</a>-- Take our podcast survey to help us make A Reason for Hope better for YOU!<a href="https://www.areasonforhopepodcast.com/">https://www.areasonforhopepodcast.com</a>-- Host: Mario Costabile Cohost: Dr. David HajdukVisit our website:<a href="https://arrayofhope.org/">https://arrayofhope.org/</a> Sign up for FREE on the Array of Hope Channel app:<a href="https://watch.arrayofhope.net/">https://watch.arrayofhope.net/</a>Available on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, and Android mobile devices. Follow Array of Hope Ministries on:Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArrayOfHopeMinistries">@arrayofhopeministries</a>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arrayofhopeministries/">@arrayofhopeministries</a>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/AOHMinistries">@aohministries</a>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@arrayofhopeministries">@arrayofhopeministries</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/array-of-hope-ministries/">@arrayofhopeministries</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/arrayofhope">@ArrayofHopeMinistries</a> Follow AOH Music: <a href="https://aohmusic.lnk.to/bio">https://aohmusic.lnk.to/bio </a> Listen to AOH Music's newest single release, Abba Father (Live): <a href="https://aohmusic.lnk.to/abbaPD">https://aohmusic.lnk.to/abba</a> #faith #hope #love #Christianity #Catholicism #inspire #inspiration #holiness #life #grace #Good News #theology

Know Your (Catholic) History w/ Karl Keating

It might surprise many of us to remember that the saints themselves were oftentimes leaders and as such had to shoulder the heavy burden of leadership just like we do.  It can be helpful to learn from them; what did they do, how did they handle the daily stresses of life?  In this first class of Leadership Lessons From The Saints I look at John XXIII’s ten rules for a day – rules that he practiced every day and which certainly could help us as well.

DGT Episode 283 - John XXIII's Rule For A Day - Leadership Lessons From Saints Part 1

It's that time of year again! We want you to review your goals from last year and set some new ones for 2022. In this episode, Nathan walks through the 7 pillars of excellence and ways you can set goals in each one.&nbsp;
Some tips for goal setting:
<ul>
 <li>Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, and time bound&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Set goals in different areas of life, e.g. physical, relational, financial, and spiritual&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Check in on your yearly goals once a month&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Share your goals with an accountability partner&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Pray with them!&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Follow us @seeking365 and @ncrank23 for more!&nbsp;

Ep 111 | Goal Setting For 2022

There’s a new pope—and he’s an Augustinian!  
In this episode, Father Dave and Deacon Bob discuss the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first member of the Order of St. Augustine to lead the Catholic Church. They explore why St. Augustine’s Confessions remains a spiritual masterpiece and how his vision of community, conversion, and interior prayer speaks to the Church’s call for renewal today. 
Naturally, they go off on many tangents, starting with a chilly trip to Cedar Point, detouring through spelling bee glory and NFL drama, and ending in Poland (via pilgrimage, not roller coaster). And yes, they say “Pope” a lot. Allegedly, it boosts downloads. (Spoiler: It works.) 
 
Highlighted Sections 
(00:00) T-Shirts, Field of Dreams, and the Pope Bump  
The episode opens with an early Father’s Day gift: a nostalgic T-shirt featuring <a href='https://www.80stees.com/products/silhouettes-if-you-build-it-he-will-come-field-of-dreams-t-shirt'>Field of Dreams</a>. This sparks a discussion about podcast stats and the surprisingly real “Pope bump,” where there seems to be an uptick in listeners anytime the pope is mentioned in the title. For science, they test it live. 
(03:45) Teacups, Tournaments, and the Cold Ride of Aging  
Deacon Bob recounts a brisk grandkid-filled day at <a href='https://www.cedarpoint.com/'>Cedar Point,</a> while Father Dave recaps the equally chilly <a href='https://www.thememorialtournament.com/'>Memorial Golf Tournament in Dublin, Ohio</a>. Along the way, they correct a <a href='https://www.pgatour.com/player/01869/jack-nicklaus'>Jack Nicklaus</a>/Jack Nicholson mix-up and debate whether roller coasters or golf better reveal our age. 
(10:28) Spelling Bees, Stage Fright, and Childhood Wins  
The <a href='https://spellingbee.com/'>Scripps National Spelling Bee</a> champ nails “éclaircissement,” then collapses with joy. That memory sparks their own stories: Father Dave’s catechism bee victory and Deacon Bob’s state theater auditions. They reflect on the pressure of performing, the resilience it builds, and how these moments shape us. 
(16:11) Pope Leo XIV, St. Augustine, and Why Confessions Still Matters  
The first Augustinian pope opens the door to rich reflections on St. Augustine’s enduring legacy. Father Dave and Deacon Bob spotlight <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Return-Heart-Spirituality-Augustines-Confessions/dp/1645854485'>Return to the Heart</a> by <a href='https://spt.franciscan.edu/faculty/owens-dr-shane/'>Dr. Shane Owens</a>, which unpacks the biblical themes in <a href='https://www.gutenberg.org/files/3296/3296-h/3296-h.htm'>Confessions</a> for today’s reader. Owens also recently joined Father Dave for an episode of <a href='https://faithandreason.com/presents-home/st-augustines-confessions-and-us/'>Franciscan University Presents</a> to discuss how Augustine’s life and writings continue to guide hearts back to Christ. 
(21:05) Pentecost, Pilgrimages, and the Road Ahead  
Pentecost kicks off a summer of spiritual encounters: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/heatherkhym/?hl=en'>Heather Khym</a> leads the first <a href='https://steubenvilleconferences.com/events/glory/'>Glory: A Women’s Gathering, </a>Deacon Bob heads to the <a href='https://www.instagram.com/heatherkhym/?hl=en'>LifeTeen Catholic Youth Ministry Convention,</a> and Father Dave departs for a <a href='https://faithandreason.com/pilgrimage/poland-pilgrimage/'>pilgrimage to Poland</a> to visit sites connected to St. John Paul II, St. Faustina, and St. Maximilian Kolbe. They share the joys of ministry on the move and the fresh hope the Holy Spirit always brings. 
Resources Mentioned 

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<a href='https://www.amazon.com/Return-Heart-Spirituality-Augustines-Confessions/dp/1645854485'>Return to the Heart: The Biblical Spirituality of St. Augustine's Confessions </a><a href='https://www.amazon.com/Return-Heart-Spirituality-Augustines-Confessions/dp/1645854485'>by Dr. Shane Owens</a> 
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<a href='https://faithandreason.com/presents-home/st-augustines-confessions-and-us/'>St. Augustine’s Confessions and Us</a><a href='https://faithandreason.com/presents-home/st-augustines-confessions-and-us/'> with guest Dr. Shane Owens</a> – Franciscan University Presents 
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<a href='https://steubenvilleconferences.com/events/glory/'>Glory: Women’s Gathering Steubenville Conference with Heather Khym</a> 
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<a href='https://lifeteen.com/events/catholic-youth-ministry-convention/'>LifeTeen Catholic Youth Ministry Convention</a> 
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<a href='https://www.gutenberg.org/files/3296/3296-h/3296-h.htm'>Confessions</a> by St. Augustine  
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<a href='https://faithandreason.com/pilgrimage'>Poland Pilgrimage: In the Footsteps of St. John Paul II &amp; St. Faustina with Father Dave Pivonka, TOR</a> 
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</ul>
 
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