Best Catholic Men Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 128 - Becoming A Light of the World, The Church as a Beacon of Hope 1:01:43

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Send us a Text Message. While Vatican II may stir up controversy in some Catholic hearts, the document "Lumen Gentium" remains as an integral part of the present-day Church. The Church is the light of the world and we as Catholics must be flickers of light in the misery of darkness. Many topics are discussed varying from obedience to prayer to a Ch…

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217 - Humility Part 4 - Direct Wound Fears 32:16

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Emotional attacks hurt. They cause wounds that can fester for decades if left alone. Worse, we men are particularly bad at dealing with emotional pain. It's not a surprise that we do not like the Litany of Humility. It's painful to even think about! Deep down, however, we need it. Rather than hiding, drinking, or turning to some pleasure, the Chris…

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Pray with Your Spouse to Keep the Demons Away, A Homily with Fr. Dom 15:57

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Send us a Text Message. From the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Dom gives a homily discussing the power of prayer in the Catholic faith. He highlights the various types of prayers available to us Catholics, including recited prayers, prayers from the heart, and prayers as a family. He emphasizes the importance of spouses praying together and the…

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Proclaiming the Truth in a World of Chaos, a Homily with Fr. Dom 15:10

7d ago15:10

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Send us a Text Message. From the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Dom discusses the importance of community and prayer in overcoming isolation and finding strength in God. Fr. Dom touches on his experience with his latest retreat in the mountains of Colorado, emphasizing the power of prayer and fraternity. The homily explores the story of Elijah a…

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216 - Humility Part 3 - Indirect Goods 27:25

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The most dangerous part of Pride is how often it hides itself behind seemingly well intentioned lies. Being consulted is a good thing. Being preferred because you've worked hard is also a good thing. The desire of these, however, is not. This does not make sense right away. It's not obvious why this should be so. Join me in this episode as I discus…

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The Assumption of Mary, A Homily from Fr. Dom 13:17

3h ago13:17

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Send us a Text Message. Fr. Dom delivers his homily celebrating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. He discusses the history and meaning of what that actually means and explains the significance of the dogma and its roots in the Catholic Church's teachings and traditions. Fr. Dom also shares quotes from saints and Pope Pius XII's dogmatic co…

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215 - Humility Part 2 - Direct Good 28:40

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This episode continues the Humility series where I am exploring the Litany of Humility. This is one of the most painful prayers to pray, and therefore probably pretty important. Pride is one of the greatest sins of our time - and perhaps always has been. As Christians, we are called to combat the pride in our own hearts in a powerful and unique way…

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EP 126 - Dei Verbum: The Gradual Revelation of God 1:02:06

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast episode, James and Dan discuss divine revelation through the lens of Vatican II's "Dei Verbum," focusing on how God reveals Himself gradually, culminating in the Incarnation. They emphasize the Church's role in preserving and interpreting Scripture alongside Tradition, highlighting the need for contextual und…

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Ep 125 - Trusting in God's Plan When You Really Don't Want To: The Answer in the Cross 59:33

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Send us a Text Message. Dive into the profound depths of human experience as we unravel the mystery of suffering in our latest episode. Why do we suffer? Is there a higher purpose to our pain? Join James and Dan on a thought-provoking journey through ancient wisdom and modern insights. We'll explore: • The many faces of suffering - from physical ag…

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214 - Miracles and Relationships with Ed Jozsa 1:30:47

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This episode is part 2 of a discussion with Ed Jozsa. In part one (episode 211) he discussed his amazing story of a series of miracles that took place after he went through a horrific accident. If you have not yet listened to that episode, I strongly suggest listening to that first! In this episode he and I take the discussion in a totally differen…

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Ep 124 - Yes! You Can Have Joy in Your Marriage Too with Peter and Theresa Martin 1:06:07

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Send us a Text Message. Join James, Peter, and Theresa Martin as they delve into their transformative book, The Rule: St. John Paul II's Rule for a Joy-Filled Marriage of Divine Love. Discover how this rediscovered rule helps couples live out the truths of Humanae Vitae and navigate today’s anti-Christian culture through the power of conjugal spiri…

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213 - Productivity with Mark Struczewsk 51:56

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So many men feel overwhelmed. We allow the distractions and tasks of the day to be more important than our loved ones. Worse, we often fail to take care of ourselves properly! Join me in this episode as productivity expert Mark Struczewski and I talk about how to change your life, forever. Productivity is not some magic pill or meditation technique…

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Becoming a Prophet of Our Time, A Homily with Fr. Dom 13:21

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Send us a Text Message. Fr. Dom explores the themes of being prophets, the significance of baptism, the history of the split of the 12 tribes of Israel, the role of the apostles in uniting the tribes, and the call for all Catholics to be prophets in their own way. In this homily, he encourages us to embrace our baptism and use it as a source of str…

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212 - Humility Part 1 - What is Humility really 33:31

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Humility is one of the hardest and most essential of virtues to grow in. It's painful, embarrassing, and well...humiliating! The hard part is most people don't even really understand what humility is. Join me in this episode as I start a new series on humility. The goal of this episode is just to explore what humility is, how to find our pride, and…

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211 - A Modern Teresa of Ávila with Ed Jozsa 1:36:33

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Sometimes the day that everything goes horribly, even tragically wrong, can be the best thing ever to happen to us. We almost never see it that way at the time, but we worship a God of impossibilities. A God that does things that seem utterly impossible. Join me in this episode as Ed Jozsa shares his miraculous, unbelievable story. After an acciden…

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Ep 123 - Defending the Faith: Bishop Athanasius Schneider on Heresy, Modernism, and Catholic Truth 54:33

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Send us a Text Message. What is the true nature of heresy, and how does it threaten the integrity of our faith? Join us for an eye-opening episode of the Manly Catholic featuring the esteemed Bishop Athanasius Schneider. We start by unpacking the etymology and severe implications of heresy as a violation of divine truth. Bishop Schneider, drawing f…

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210 - Fatherhood Is Critical 38:17

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Whether you are a father, grandfather, or thinking you might become a father one day, odds are that you aren't giving enough gravity to what that role really means. A father is often even more critical in an older child's life than his mother - and research supports this scary (and politically incorrect) conclusion! Join me in this episode as I exp…

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Ep 122 - Becoming A Monster and Fighting Back with Fr. Dom 1:27:44

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Send us a Text Message. Ladies and gentlemen, he is back! Fr. Dom is back in the saddle. This conversation explores a large variety of topics as we take some questions from some of our listeners. From addiction to mortal sin versus venial sins, we emphasize the importance of being vicious and fighting against addiction, especially in the context of…

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209 - Day One or One Day 27:23

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While Eve was speaking to the serpent, Adam...stood by idle. He did not act. How often do we also fail to act - either entirely or slowly? Join me in this episode as I explore why it is so important to make today "Day One" or obedience to God's will, rather than waiting to obey "One Day" in the future when it's more convenient. God invites us to ob…

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208 - Dealing with Critical Race Theory with Dr George Maurer 57:45

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If you have children that are currently being educated, you need to know about the attacks coming under the label of "Critical Race Theory." CRT is devastating to children - it causes confusion, guilt, blame, and a lifetime of misunderstanding. It's also demonic in origin. Join me in this episode as CRT opposition expert Dr George Maurer walks thro…

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Ep 121 - Habits, Prayer, and Praying without Ceasing with Jim Papandrea 38:51

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Send us a Text Message. Jim Papandrea comes onto the podcast to discuss how the early Church prayed. What did their prayer look like? Did they participate in repetitive prayer like the Rosary? We also explore the prayer practices of the early Christians. He emphasizes the importance of praying the Our Father and the Psalms, and the significance of …

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The Church with Deep Roots, A Homily with Fr. Dominic 13:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this homily, Fr. Dom enlightens us with how Church is a strong tree with deep roots, the kingdom of God as a mustard seed, and the role of fathers in guarding and protecting their families. He reflects on the readings from Ezekiel and Mark, highlighting the power and growth of the Church. He also emphasizes the importance…

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207 - Encounters With God with Joshua Marcengill 56:59

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We worship a God of miracles. Sometimes they're subtle or slight - but sometimes they're not! Sometimes the miracles are so big and powerful we're left to wonder how we ever doubted. Join me in this episode as Joshua Marcengill shares his story about God's powerful and miraculous intervention in his life. Multiple times in his story, God brings a p…

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206 - Demons Are Real 35:55

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Many today want to deny the existence or importance of the spiritual realm. It's scary, confusing, and often overwhelming. Yet, we would be foolish to not take it seriously. We know that it's real and has real power in our lives. Join me in this episode as I give some high level guidelines for some things you need to be aware of as a Catholic about…

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205 - Leadership and Empathy with Lancy Cayko 57:44

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A lot of us take great confidence in our technical skills. We may be the very best at our jobs of all the competition, but if we cannot connect on a personal level then we are going to struggle. Join me in this episode as Lance Cayko walks through his journey of learning to connect with others, and eventually with God. So often we run from God - or…

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Ep 120 - The Art of the Pilgrim Warrior with Fr. McTeigue 44:56

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Send us a Text Message. In this engaging and enlightening talk from the KEPHA Men's Conference, Father McTeigue discusses the importance of being a pilgrim, a warrior, and a leader in the Catholic faith. He emphasizes the need for men to embrace their role as life-giving fathers and to be transformed by their faith. Father McTeigue also highlights …

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Honoring the Eucharist with Reverence, A Homily with Fr. Matthew Barnum 13:18

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Send us a Text Message. Father Matthew Barnum is a dear friend of Fr. Dom and a very holy man. We are pleased to share his homily from what he calls the 2nd Sunday of Corpus Christi. He discusses the importance of reverencing the Holy Eucharist and guarding against any disrespect or mishandling of it. He emphasizes the need for everyone, not just p…

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204 - Balance the Faith and Work 30:00

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This is a tough time to be in a corporate environment and be a Catholic. There's a tremendous number of powerful assaults on the truth and teachings of goodness going on everywhere. Many men are intimidated and unsure how to balance what seems like an impossible mix: providing for their family while also speaking the truth. Join me in this episode …

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Ep 119 - When the Past Collides with the Present, A Prophecy with Jim Valois 34:56

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Send us a Text Message. James interviews another James about a Marian apparition and prophecy all the way back from the 16th century and one you probably have never heard about. Inspired partly by Jesse Romero, James Valois wrote about this time-defining apparition in his latest book 'Our Lady's Prophecies, God's Messages for Our Times.' The conver…

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Celebrating Corpus Christi Sunday, A Homily with Fr. Dom 15:17

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Send us a Text Message. The beautiful celebration of Corpus Christi is upon us and Fr. Dom does not disappoint! He discusses the significance of the Eucharistic procession and shares his personal experience of being ordained as a priest. Fr. Dom also explores the concept of being a priest and the joy and challenges that come with it. He then delves…

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203 - The Ten Commandments with Ed Van Buskirk 55:36

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Virtually everyone has heard of the Ten Commandments. Yet, surprisingly, most of us can't actually name all ten. If we can't even name them - do you really think we're actually keeping them? Some people might even wonder if they're still relevant in our lives today. Join me in this episode as Ed Van Buskirk and I talk about the value and necessity …

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Ep 118 - From A to Z and All Things In Between, A Catholic Compendium of All You Need to Know with Shaun McAfee 37:55

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Send us a Text Message. Shaun McAfee returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book 'All Things Catholic: A Guide from A to Z'. James and Shaun cover various topics related to the Catholic faith, and Shaun highlights the importance of having a comprehensive resource for understanding and defending the faith. Now, this is not just your run-of-the…

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202 - How To Surrender 35:55

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We hear all the time that we need to surrender something to the Lord. Sure, it sounds good, and is probably a good thing to do - but how do we actually do it? Sometimes surrendering that particular thing kind of feels almost like a little bit of death! Sometimes it actually is. But we still have to do it anyways. Join me in this episode as I walk t…

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Challenges and Triumphs: A History with Fr. Dom on the Holy Trinity 18:56

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Send us a Text Message. Holy Trinity Sunday. In this homily with Fr. Dom, he explores the profound mystery of the Holy Trinity and its significance in the Christian faith. It delves into the foundational belief in the Trinity, the celebration of the sacrifice of Jesus, and the call to participate in the divine life through the sacraments. His homil…

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Ep 117 - Abortion is a Man's Issue Too with Deacon Kevin Cummings 54:19

3M ago54:19

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, James and Deacon Kevin Cummings discuss his organization, Deacons of Hope, which aims to protect and defend the image and likeness of God at every stage of human life, with a focus on the unborn. He shares his personal journey and passion for the pro-life movement, highlighting the importance of men stepping…

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Pentecost Sunday - A Homily with Fr. Dom 19:43

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Send us a Text Message. From Pentecost Sunday, Fr. Dom discusses the gift of the Holy Spirit and the role of the Catholic Church in bringing people into the fullness of faith. He explores the seven sacraments and their connection to the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the importance of baptism, reconciliation, the Eucharist, confirmation, anointing of the…

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201 - Burn The Boats with Kevin Phillip 1:03:52

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Sometimes God asks us for little things. A little adjustment here or there. Sometimes He asks us to do things that scare the...poop out of us. How we respond to His call tells us a lot about ourselves. All too often we crumble and falter. But we don't have to! Join me in this episode as Kevin Phillip shares his story of God's call to ministry throu…

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200 - The Real I 30:37

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Every human has a great number of pieces, parts, and facets to themself. Finding balance is often difficult - commonly one piece (perhaps a lustful piece) takes over control and we seem "surprised" with where we end up. Things get really bad when we confuse a "piece" of ourself for the actual "self." Who is the real "I" that lives beneath all our d…

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Love is More Than A Feeling, A Homily from Fr. Dom from the 6th Sunday of Easter 12:38

4M ago12:38

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Send us a Text Message. From the 6th Sunday of Easter, Fr. Dom is at it again. The principal theme of this homily is the concept of love and how it relates to being created in the image and likeness of God. Fr. Dom emphasizes the importance of loving others as Jesus loves us and the role of sacrifice in this love. He also explores the significance …

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Ep 116 - The Sunday Scaries: Why The Sabbath Deserves to Be Honored with Daniel Fitzpatrick 49:47

4M ago49:47

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Send us a Text Message. Today, James interviews Daniel Fitzpatrick about his book 'Restoring the Lord's Day: How Reclaiming Sunday Can Revive Our Human Nature'. We discuss the importance of the 4th Commandment and the need to reclaim Sunday as a day of rest and worship. Daniel shares his personal experience of feeling anxious on Sundays and how he …

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199 - God's Patience with Scott Maderer 1:03:43

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So often in our lives, God is moving pieces that we don't see, or at least understand. We commonly are so focused on the moment we fail to see the bigger picture. Commonly we fear that things are so bad there is no way even God could bring good out. But there are also those blessed moments where God lets us really see back in time - see the beauty …

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Being the Light in the Darkness, A Homily with Fr. Dom from the 5th Sunday of Easter 13:28

4M ago13:28

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Send us a Text Message. From the 5th Sunday of Easter (I know, I'm late!) Fr. Dom explores the concept of being attached to Jesus as the vine and the importance of remaining in Him. He emphasizes that having a relationship with Jesus is not just about being friends, but about sharing in His divine life. Fr. Dom discusses the need for transformation…

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198 - Deacons of Hope with Dr Kevin Cummings 52:15

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The Pro-Life cause is near and dear to many Catholics' hearts. Yet, a lot of us, with good intention, write a check, pray, and hope that's enough. Here's a great story about a group of Deacons who set out to do more. Join me in this episode as Deacon Dr. Kevin Cummings shares the story of Deacons of Hope. While based in Kansas, they are looking to …

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Ep 115 - Being Active When The World Gives You a Fluffy Pillow with Michael Gormley 42:42

4M ago42:42

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Send us a Text Message. From KEPHA 2024, Michael Gormley discusses the importance of living a life of purpose and devotion to God. He emphasizes the need for men to provide, protect, and be devoted to the law of the Lord. He also highlights the significance of fatherhood and the example of Jesus as the ultimate model of sacrifice and love. The conv…

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196 - Time and Purpose with David Buck 1:06:24

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Most of us believe that God has a plan for us. Probably even a purpose...but do we know what it is? Have you done the work to really connect deeply with God's plan for you? If so, have you gone even further and aligned your time, your calendar, and your life with that purpose? Join me in this episode as David Buck shares both his story and his wisd…

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Ep 114 - The Luck of The Irish with Connie Marshner 50:39

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Send us a Text Message. James welcomes Connie Marshner to The Manly Catholic to discuss St. Patrick, the High Cross, ancient Irish Catholicism, and so much more in her latest book "Monastery and High Cross: The Forgotten Eastern Roots of Irish Christianity." She explains the influence of Eastern Christianity on Irish Christianity, the role of St. P…

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197 - How To Find The Real Issue 32:41

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We all get triggered. Some of us, frequently. When we get triggered, we love to point the finger at the other person, at the situation, even at God. But what if the right person to point the finger at is ourselves? My claim to you is that you have the power to solve your own triggers, to create your own responses that you choose. You can do it by f…

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Ep 113 - A Saint for Our Times with Kaitlyn Mason 42:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, James interviews Kaitlyn Mason about her book on St. Faustina and the importance of Divine Mercy. Kaitlyn shares her personal connection to the message of Divine Mercy and her struggles in life. They discuss the life of St. Faustina and her devotion to Jesus and the Divine Mercy. The conversation highli…

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From the 3rd Sunday of Easter, Finding Peace and Joy in the Eucharist with Fr. Dom 12:40

5M ago12:40

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Send us a Text Message. From the 3rd Sunday in Easter, Fr. Dom discusses the importance of the Holy Trinity in our lives and how it can transform us to becoming kind, loving, courageous, and brave. It emphasizes the power and dynamite we receive from the Holy Spirit to fulfill our mission of kindness and love. This homily also highlights the exampl…

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Ep 112 - Battling Satan with Our Lady of Sorrows with Patrick O'Hearn 31:30

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Manly Catholic, host James interviews Patrick O'Hearn about his book 'Our Lady of Sorrows: Devotion to Mary's Seven Sorrows for Children'. They discuss the history and significance of the devotion, the seven sorrows of Mary, and the promises given to St. Bridget of Sweden for those who practice this de…

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