The Tangent on Veritas Catholic Network

The Power of Bold Prayer: The Example of St. Therese of Liseux

Matt and Father Sam focus on the life and spirituality of St. Therese. They discuss the importance of boldness in prayer, the nature of divine will, and the role of intercessory prayer. They also highlight the significance of personal connection with God and the impact of spiritual motherhood in praying for others' salvation, exemplified by Saints Therese of Liseux and Maria Goretti.

The Importance of Consistency in Prayer

In this conversation, Matt and Fr. Sam discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, particularly as Matt transitions from one child to two. They explore themes of trust in divine providence, the impact of moving on family dynamics, and the significance of having a place to call home. They also discuss the importance of prayer during transitions, the balance between comfort and challenge, and the role of community in parenting. Ultimately, they emphasize the power of hope and the beauty of simplicity in family life.
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Restless Catholic Young Adults: https://restlesscatholicmedia.podbean.com/
Fr. Sam's Gospel reflections: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/
 
 

The Impact of a Holy Pilgrimage, w/ Jennifer Coffey Shevchuk

Jennifer Coffey Shevchuk sits down with Fr. Sam and Matt to discuss the impact that a holy pilgrimage can have. She offers her own testimony as someone who was deeply impacted on a pilgrimage, her expertise as a pilgrimage leader, as well as how she is incorporating her training as a Catholic Mentor into the new venture, Integration Pilgrimages.
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Fr. John Nepil on PROPER Cultural Catholicism, Climbing Mountains, and Artificial Intelligence

Father John Nepil joins Fr. Sam and I (Matt) to share the experience of his upbringing as a cultural Catholic and how he experienced the call to the priesthood. This leads into conversation on a deeper understanding of an authentic Catholic worldview, the importance of integrating faith into culture, the role of liturgy in our lives, and how engaging creation improves one's relationship to God.
Included in this are the challenges of balancing digital life with intentional silence and solitude, and how these elements contribute to a deeper spiritual life.
We also touch on the complexities of community life among priests, the significance of having an American Pope, and the implications of artificial intelligence on society.
LINKS
Fr. John's Book: https://ignatius.com/to-heights-and-unto-depths-thudp/
Tangent on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeAxbil8_mgC4Ielq0_MRQ
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Balancing the Dangers and Benefits of Social Media

In this conversation, Matt and Fr. Sam explore the complexities of social media, its impact on mental health, and the role it plays in evangelization.
 
 

Holy Orders - Understanding the Priesthood

In this conversation, Matt and Father Sam explore the sacrament of Holy Orders, discussing its significance in the Catholic Church, the role of the priesthood, and the historical context of priestly functions. They delve into the distinction between the Old and New Testament priesthood, the nature of true sacrifice, and the transformative role of Christ in the priesthood. They also discuss the importance of sincerity in worship and emphasize the complementary roles of laity and clergy in the Church.
 
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OTHER SHOWS
Restless: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1SbvGysG6C0mnQRAVcagkg
Let Me Be Frank: https://www.youtube.com/@UCy9oYx0t7imNDH5nLwSiM8Q
Daily Gospel Reflections: https://www.youtube.com/@UCDXE8YpRhxNwsAiv_lrgBOg

Discerning Truth in a time of Ecclesial Uncertainty, with Fr. Donald Haggerty

In this conversation, Father Donald Haggerty discusses the challenges facing the Catholic Church today, particularly the issue of ecclesial uncertainty. He emphasizes the importance of discernment in a media-saturated world, the potential impact of the next papacy, and the need for genuine evangelization alongside sacramental preparation.
The conversation also touches on the growing apathy towards God in society and the unprecedented sacrilege of the Eucharist. Father Haggerty calls for a return to authentic faith practices led by priests to strengthen the church's integrity and mission.
In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of the current state of the Church, discussing the balance between conspiracy theories and realism, the importance of spiritual training for laypeople, and the role of prayer and silence in deepening one's faith.
LINKS
Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/
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OTHER SHOWS Restless: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1SbvGysG6C0mnQRAVcagkg
Let Me Be Frank: https://www.youtube.com/@UCy9oYx0t7imNDH5nLwSiM8Q
Daily Gospel Reflections: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXE8YpRhxNwsAiv_lrgBOg?app=desktop

The Church's Teaching on IVF & Human Dignity, with Stephanie Gray Connors

Since beginning the Tangent a couple years ago, Fr. Sam and I have had the opportunity to interview some amazing guests. One of those guests, who was kind enough to return to the show, is Stephanie Gray Connors.
Stephanie Gray Connors is a prolific pro-life speaker. She’s debated against abortion for decades and is now the author of two books in Word on Fire’s Dignity Series - “On Assisted Suicide” and “On IVF”.
I (Matt) invited Stephanie to join the Tangent again to discuss the latter of the two volumes from the Dignity Series because while I knew the Catholic Church’s teaching on IVF, I wasn’t sure I’d be able to explain why the Church teaches what She does.
In today’s episode, we not only define IVF, we discuss why the Church takes such a strong stance against it, how this protects the dignity of human life, and tackle important questions like, “what about those who were born via this process?”.
 
LINKS
The Dignity Series: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/collections/the-dignity-series?srsltid=AfmBOoq5Mff4FzKM66LS62KgpFNYVWybuYtfSuHdOqms2knVS1q1tmpX
Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/
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OTHER SHOWS
Restless: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1SbvGysG6C0mnQRAVcagkg
Let Me Be Frank: https://www.youtube.com/@UCy9oYx0t7imNDH5nLwSiM8Q
Daily Gospel Reflections: https://www.youtube.com/@UCDXE8YpRhxNwsAiv_lrgBOg