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A Year of Daily Offerings with Fr. Kubicki, S.J.

In this conversation, Matt, Father Sam, and Father James Kubicki, S.J. discuss the significance of daily offerings in the Catholic faith, particularly focusing on the morning offering prayer. They explore its origins, the importance of living the Eucharist in daily life, and how to incorporate suffering into one's offerings. The discussion also emphasizes the need for quality time with God, the simplicity of prayer, and the connection between morning offerings and the Mass. Additionally, they touch on the concepts of consolation and desolation in spiritual discernment and the role of spiritual direction in deepening one's relationship with God.
In this conversation, they explore the importance of establishing a prayer routine, the role of asceticism in creating space for prayer, and the challenges of navigating distractions in modern life. They discuss the significance of sacrifice in spiritual growth and how to face suffering while finding God in the process. The conversation also touches on the unique challenges faced by seminarians and those discerning the priesthood, emphasizing the need to focus on Jesus amidst discouragement and anxiety.
 

Why Catholics Believe in Purgatory

Fr. Sam and Matt discuss the doctrine of Purgatory. What is purgatory? Why do Catholics believe it exists? Is it good news? Most of all, how does hope factor in for those who believe in purgatory?

Catholic Heroes of Human and Civil Rights (w/ Roxanne King)

Roxanne King joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza to discuss a series of Catholic heroes who fought for human and civil rights. Some of these heroes include Franz Jägerstätter, who stood up to the third Reich and was eventually martyred for his efforts, Dorothy Day, known for her work bringing Catholic Social Teaching to the world, and Nicholas Black Elk, a well known figure, but unknown Catholic Catechist. They dive into why its important to persevere according to your conscience, how you form your conscience, and what TRUE social justice looks like!

Joseph Pearce's Conversion and the Evangelizing Power of Beauty!

Joseph Pearce joins Fr. Sam (by himself!) to discuss his radical conversion, the evangelizing power of great literature, how Christ is hidden in some of the greatest works of literature, and much more! 

Understanding Prayer & the Kerygma

Fr. Sam and Matt discuss the essence of prayer, the role of silence in prayer and how to effectively pray. They also discuss the importance of revitalizing kerygmatic preaching. They define the kerygma, the share examples of the kerygma in their own lives, and discuss how to present the Kerygma to other Christians, Non-Christians, Agnostics and Atheists (you'll be surprised by the answer...)
 

Ralph Martin on Salvation and Our Lady of Fatima

Ralph Martin joins Fr. Sam and Matt to discuss moments from his new memoir A Life in the Spirit. 

Vatican II, Parish Life, and Homeschooling

In light of recent news out of San Diego, Fr. Sam and Matt sit down to discuss the Second Vatican Council's instruction on Education, especially it's application to public, charter, Catholic, and homeschool situations. 

Jason Evert on the Theology of the Body, Detoxing Our Culture, and Compassion for Tr*ns kids

We're very excited to be joined by Jason Evert. We talk about the roadblocks to understanding and accepting the Catholic teaching on chastity, the theology of the body, detoxing from today's culture, how parents can speak to their confused kids, and how parents can compassionately help their children experiencing gender dysphoria.
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