Best Dr Bob Lawrence Podcasts (2024)

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July 5 -A Missed Opportunity! Overcome Human Weakness 55:28

5h ago55:28

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Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections from his 4th of July vacation to Lake Chelan, Wa, and Spokane Hoopfest. Tom talks about the pollution of noise, the odor of camping, the gift of vacating, and more!

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July 4 -Become a Saint, YES YOU! Sr. Mary Eucharista Interview 55:41

1d ago55:41

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Dr. Tom Curran and Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, share insights on the call to become a saint and how to prepare young people for obstacles working against those striving for holiness. Check out upcoming events at the Immaculate Heart Retreat Center.

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July 3 -The Secret of the Holy Face: Fr. Lawrence Carney Interview 57:12

2d ago57:12

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Dr. Tom Curran interviews Fr. Lawrence Carney about his book The Secret of the Holy Face: The Devotion Destined to Save Society. (tanbooks.com) Fr. Lawrence talks about what the devotion to the Holy Face looks like and how the devotion is lived out daily.

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Have You Met Miss Jones, Harmonic Analysis 36:27

1d ago36:27

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano! Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Have You Met Miss Jones". In this Jazz Piano …

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July 2 -I Had to Go: Showing Up Matters 55:33

4d ago55:33

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Dr. Tom Curran reflects on inspiring insights from the recent funeral mass for Bob Gunderson. Tom talks about the virtue of magnificence and the impact of a legacy.

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July 1 -Best-of Ask Father: Here I am, BUT Where is God? 55:11

5d ago55:11

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From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Father Kurt Nagel: What is the purpose of Quo Vadis Days? I can’t hear God’s voice, is that normal? How does one discern a call from God when faith becomes dry?

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June 27 -Here I Am, Lord: Humility and Obedience 55:34

8d ago55:34

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Dr. Tom Curran shares practical stories of daily life about growing in humility and obedience to the Lord. Tom gives tips for how to evangelize a neighbor and pray for spiritual protection over a hotel room when traveling.

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Kent Ellingson 1:14:19

8d ago1:14:19

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It's time to discover, learn, and play jazz piano with Kent Ellingson! Kent Ellingson is a highly respected and sought-after pianist in the Dallas/Fort Worth music scene. He has been a featured pianist at the Sammons Jazz and the Dallas Jazz Piano Society yearly concert series. He has performed in concert with Randy Brecker, Clark Terry, Ingrid Jen…

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June 25 -Living a Poured Out Life: Honoring the Legacy of Brian O’Rourk 55:27

9d ago55:27

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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights about events connected to the life and tragic death of Brian O’Rourk, founding board member for the Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame in Spokane, WA. Tom proposes a powerful question to ponder at the end of any stage in life: What was that all about?

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June 24 -Ask Father: Do Priests Get Summer Break? 54:55

10d ago54:55

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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis questions about this season in life: How do priests spend their summer? Why should young people go to a Steubenville Youth Conference? What does it mean to pray “Our Father?”

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June 21 -Faith and Family: Testimony of Young Adult Catholic Men 55:15

13d ago55:15

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Dr. Tom Curran asks his two sons, John Mark and John Luke, questions about their first year in college: How did you experience the presence of God? What was the most surprising thing about college life? What was your biggest disappointment about college life? What’s it like being back home for summer break?…

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June 20 -Bob Gunderson Testimony: God’s Word is Living and ACTIVE (Part 2) 55:30

14d ago55:30

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Dr. Tom Curran honors Bob Gunderson by reflecting on the impact of his life and work with Sacred Heart Radio. Tom continues to share insights and stories of encountering God’s word in everyday life situations.

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Don't Blame Me, Improvisation 35:09

15d ago35:09

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano! Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Don't Blame Me." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, y…

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June 18 -You Just Don’t Get it! God’s Word is Living and ACTIVE 55:31

16d ago55:31

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Tom explores insights from Hebrews 4:12 about “the word of God is living and effective.” What should we expect when we read the bible? Do you hear God speak when you read scripture? If not, why not? Tom testifies to encountering God’s word in everyday life situations.

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June 17 -Best-of Archive: Bad Fathers are the Worst! Fulton Sheen Quotes on Fatherhood 54:18

17d ago54:18

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Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel, Fr. Jim Northrop and Pam Gunderson to discuss the gift of spiritual fatherhood and quotes by Venerable Fulton Sheen on the priesthood. ***Today's program is a Best-Of Edition of Sound Insight - program may contain some past references, Enjoy!

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June 14 - Caught versus Taught: 10 Traits of a GREAT Catholic Dad 55:26

21d ago55:26

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Dr. Tom Curran talks about how to be a great Catholic Dad: be holy, love your wife, be a spiritual leader, be a mentor, be patient, have self control, live with integrity, be a provider, have humility, and surrender.

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June 13 -A Rosary for Brian O’Rourk: Praying in Time of Agony 55:32

22d ago55:32

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Dr. Tom Curran prays the Rosary for the repose of the soul of Brian O’Rourk, for all those who died a sudden, tragic death and for the families who mourn them. Tom testifies to the intercession of St. Anthony of Padua.

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June 12 -Ten Questions for a Catholic Radio Host 55:32

23d ago55:32

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Dr. Tom Curran answers the most common questions he gets from listeners of Sound Insight Radio. Tom recollects his first time on-air and shares stories about memorable radio moments and interviews.

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Quantum Tech Pod Episode 74: Quantum AI with Enrique Lizaso Olmos, CEO Multiverse Computing 47:35

22d ago47:35

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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Enrique Lizaso Olmos, Founder and CEO of Multiverse Computing, is live!Enrique has a degree in mathematics, a PhD in biostatistics, an MD, and an MBA. He is also a former university professor, having taught engineering, mechatronics, statistics, finance, and marketing at the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona.For 22 y…

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Don't Blame Me, Melodic Analysis 26:37

22d ago26:37

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano! Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Don't Blame Me." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, y…

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June 11 -Redemption! Perseverance and Prudence 55:33

24d ago55:33

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Dr. Tom Curran shares four stories of redemption: Fr. Petrus Pavlicek’s Rosary Crusade of Reparation, getting scammed online/ trading up, Baccalaureate Mass at Chesterton Academy, and a dinner table discussion about Jesus being forsaken by God.

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June 10 -Best-of Ask Father: Why Not? Holy Days, Catholic Education & Eucharistic Adoration 55:10

23d ago55:10

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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: Why are some solemnities not holy days of obligation? What’s the secret to running a fruitful Catholic school? What’s the impact on a soul during Eucharistic Adoration?

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June 7 -Faith and Family: Who is Your Best Friend? Spouses, Siblings & "About" Friends 55:28

27d ago55:28

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Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about fostering friendships among siblings and spouses. The Currans discuss the many different kinds of friendships and facts about the growing epidemic of loneliness in young adults.

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June 6 - Pray Prayers BIGGER than You! 4 Big Prayers & The Sacred Heart of Jesus 55:28

28d ago55:28

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In honor of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Tom Curran prays four BIG prayers and testifies to the impact of praying big prayers: an Act of Reparation, St. Francis de Sales Prayer, St. John Henry Newman Prayer and a Prayer for Healing and Deliverance.

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June 5 -NOT Just Giving Up Food: 15 Meaning of Fasting (Part 2) 55:30

29d ago55:30

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Dr. Tom Curran continues to list 15 different meanings of fasting. Why don’t more priests preach on the discipline of fasting? Where does teaching on fasting show up in scripture? How often should Catholics fast? Tom addresses these questions and more!

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Don't Blame Me, Harmonic Analysis 29:06

30d ago29:06

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano! Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Don't Blame Me". In this Jazz Piano Lesson, y…

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June 4 -He Leadeth Me to Fast! 15 Meanings of Fasting 55:31

1M ago55:31

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Dr. Tom Curran lists 15 different meanings of fasting. Tom shares insights on the discipline of fasting, inspired by the book He Leadeth Me by Walter Ciszek and reminds listeners to honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

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May 31 -Faith and Family: What’s Your Vision? 10X Growth Mindset for Married Couples 55:23

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Dr. Tom and Kari Curran give tips for launching into summer INTENTIONALLY! Tom and Kari talk about the different activities they included in their getaway retreat as a married couple: recognizing a marital dynamic pattern, revisiting a budget, goal setting with a 10X growth mindset, and more! Listen to All the Hacks: Secrets of Super Achievers: Lea…

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May 30 -Watch What God Can Do! Insights from Six Conversations 55:12

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Dr. Tom Curran explores insights gained through six different conversations. Tom talks about gratitude for laborers in the vineyard, the gift message, metaphysics, and more!

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May 29 -Get the Picture: Gaining Clarity on God’s Vision & Plan for Your Life 55:31

1M ago55:31

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Dr. Tom Curran talks about taking a retreat away with his wife, Kari, as an opportunity to set financial goals, gain clarity on the future and be still. Tom shares insights from a self-help hacks podcast episode and ponders, “What are my constraints?”

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May 27 -Best-of Ask Father: What’s Missing in Seminary Formation Today? 54:46

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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to discuss spiritual direction, the spirituality of celibacy, and "what's missing" in seminary formation.

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May 23 -Best-of Archive: Sound Insights from St. Philip Neri 53:43

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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran testifies to the intercession of St. Philip Neri and talks about baptism in the Holy Spirit, as the gift of Pentecost comes alive!

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Quantum Tech Pod Episode 73: Zhanet Zaharieva, Chief Operating Officer of Quantum Dice 34:52

1M ago34:52

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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Zhanet Zaharieva, Chief Operating Officer of Quantum Dice, is live!Zhanet earned a DPhil from the University of Oxford in Materials Science where she designed novel methods for the development of quantum dot technologies.As the result of creating a patent application from her doctoral research, Zhanet began consideri…

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Andy LaViolette 1:18:22

1M ago1:18:22

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It's time to discover, learn, and play jazz piano with Andy LaViolette. Andy LaViolette is a musician and filmmaker who has co-owned his company, Mr. Magic Carpet Ride Productions (MMCRP), with his wife, Christi, since 2006. His studies in jazz guitar started in 1994 when he studied with Dr. Bob Lawrence at The Dallas School of Music up until his t…

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May 22 -Best-of Archive: Be Radically Available! Daily Practices for Wisdom and Courage 53:53

1M ago53:53

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Dr. Tom Curran gives practical, daily examples of how to be salt, light and leaven in the world. Tom shares insights from Bishop Thomas Daly on two gifts of the Holy Spirit, wisdom and courage.

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There Is No Greater Love, Improvisation 34:23

1M ago34:23

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano! Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "There Is No Greater Love." In this Jazz Piano…

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May 21 -Best-of Archive: What Am I Missing? Recover the Fervor of Pentecost 54:08

2M ago54:08

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Dr. Tom Curran ponders: Where is the Pentecost Fire in the Church today? Tom shares insights on The Sacrament of Confirmation from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. [CCC: 1302]

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May 17 -Faith and Family: Parenting Young Adult Children Home from Summer Break 55:28

2M ago55:28

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Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about how to help young adult children set goals for summer break, such as: cleaning up, making money, working out, and discerning the next step in their life! The Currans discuss how to motivate the many different personality temperaments .

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May 16 -Shape Your Mind: Insights from Paradoxes of Faith by Henri De Lubac 54:42

2M ago54:42

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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from a book that has shaped his mind as a systematic theologian, Paradoxes of Faith by Henri De Lubac. Tom talks about examples of paradoxes in faith: Is Christ God or Man? Lion or Lamb? Priest or Victim? Yes!

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May 15 -What God Wills for YOU Right Now! Initiative, Gratitude, Generosity 55:07

2M ago55:07

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Dr. Tom Curran shares stories about God’s providential will in the now moment, inspired by He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek. Tom explores how to discern God’s plan in your life and gives standard guidelines for young adults home for the summer.

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Quantum Tech Pod Episode 72: Andrei Dragomir, Aquark Technologies 41:46

2M ago41:46

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My latest Quantum Tech Pod with Andrei Dragomir – Co-Founder and CEO of quantum company Aquark Technologies is live!Andrei grew up in Romania in a house with a scientific focus: his mother is a professor of physics, and his father is an engineer. He remembers as a kid going to his mom's lab after school, where his toys of choice were the devices ly…

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There Is No Greater Love, Melodic Analysis 35:45

2M ago35:45

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano! Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "There Is No Greater Love" In this Jazz Piano …

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May 13 -Ask Father: Marian Devotions, Novenas & Choosing a Path to Sainthood 54:34

2M ago54:34

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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis: Do you honor any novenas or Marian devotions? How do you help young men discern if God’s calling them to the priesthood? Does God give people an option to choose our vocation?

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May 10 -The Gift of Wisdom: I’m Not Religious, but Spiritual 55:27

2M ago55:27

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Dr. Tom Curran addresses a common response: “I’m not religious, but spiritual.” Tom shares a few more insights on understanding God’s will from the book, He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.

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May 9 -Best-of Archive: Paths of the Church, Insights from St. Pope Paul VI 53:06

2M ago53:06

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Dr. Tom Curran explores statistics about “high performers” and shares insights from Pope Paul VI on Three Paths of the Church. (ECCLESIAM SUAM ENCYCLICAL OF POPE PAUL VI ON THE CHURCH AUGUST 6, 1964)

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May 8 -Best-of Archive: The Difference Maker! Prepare for Pentecost Novena 53:28

2M ago53:28

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Dr. Tom Curran talks about how and WHY to pray for a deeper release of the Holy Spirit. Tom testifies to experiencing a personal Pentecost and talks about the Pentecost Novena. (praymorenovenas.com)

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There Is No Greater Love, Harmonic Analysis 28:35

2M ago28:35

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Welcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano! Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "There Is No Greater Love". In this Jazz Piano…

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May 7 -Best-of Archive: Mary is a Cool Mom! Sr. Mary Eucharista Interview 52:30

2M ago52:30

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Do you have knots in your life? Dr. Tom Curran and Sr. Mary Eucharista, SMMC, share insights on the mothering of Mary and pray with listeners for the untying of knots right now! Check out upcoming events at the Immaculate Heart Retreat Center,

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May 6 -Sacred Heart Book Club: He Leadeth Me 55:19

2M ago55:19

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Dr. Tom Curran, Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss the Sacred Heart Book Club selection He Leadeth Me: An Extraordinary Testament of Faith by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.

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May 5 -Best-of Book Club: With God in Russia 54:10

2M ago54:10

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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Pam Gunderson for a Sacred Heart Book Club Edition of Sound Insight to discuss the book With God in Russia by Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.

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