Best Dr Brett Salkeld Podcasts (2024)

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Deacon Eric Gurash with Lay Formation Graduates Gail Reles and Dr. David Kopriva 43:13

1d ago43:13

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Deacon Eric Gurash sits down with recent Lay Formation program graduates Gail Reles of Holy Trinity Parish in Regina and Dr. David Kopriva of St. Anne's Parish, Regina, to discuss their recent Commissioning celebration and their experiences of growth, transformation and spiritual renewal as program participants. We are currently accepting applicati…

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Episode 149 - Dedicated Singlehood | Luanne Zurlo 1:19:14

6d ago1:19:14

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In today’s episode, I welcome Luanne Zurlo for an engaging discussion about dedicated singlehood in the Catholic Church. We explore the nuances between dedicated singlehood, consecrated virginity, and the secular world's concept of single life. Luanne shares her personal journey of discerning her vocation, the importance of deep prayer, and how she…

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Marin Catholic High School and Curriculum Permeation with Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez - Part 2 45:18

8d ago45:18

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In this part two of two episodes, Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez of Marin Catholic High School in San Francisco, California, discuss the ways they have worked to integrate a new curriculum permeation paradigm into their English program.By Eric Gurash

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Marin Catholic Highschool and Curriculum Permeation with Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez - Part 1 48:36

15d ago48:36

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In this part one of two episodes, Megan Bridgwater and Chris Valdez of Marin Catholic High School in San Francisco, California, discuss the ways they have worked to integrate a new curriculum permeation paradigm into their English program.By Eric Gurash

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Spiritual Peer Support Breaking Stigma and Preserving Dignity Through Acknowledgment 38:56

22d ago38:56

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Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the role of core values in spiritual peer support as they are encountered in Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministry and zeros in on the value of acknowledgment. He examines the root of this value in compassionate listening and how it can be more deeply informed by the model of Christ in the Gospels and the Ignatian Spiri…

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Episode 148 - Letting Go of Dating Pressure 1:14:10

28d ago1:14:10

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The pressures of dating are real! But how do we let them go? Is there a way to date intentionally but without the intensity? This conversation originally appeared on the Thriving in the Space Between podcast, and I am grateful for Maria and Meghan for letting me drop it on my show, too. You may remember them from an episode last year when we talked…

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Conquest Boys Club Q&A - Part 7 40:41

29d ago40:41

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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week they discuss how a person can know about their vocation.By Eric Gurash

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Finding Grace in the Dark The Examen Prayer and Mental Health 36:08

1M ago36:08

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During this Mental Health Awareness Month, Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the challenges of navigating a relationship with God amid acute mental health struggles and chronic mental illness and points to the Awareness Examen as a particularly powerful tool for building resiliency and discovering God's presence even in our hardest trials. For more abou…

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Episode 147 - The Four Levels of Happiness | Fr. Robert Spitzer 1:05:01

1M ago1:05:01

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Happiness is an elusive ideal. What contributes to it? Why does it feel like happiness is a Game of Whac-a-Mole? When we feel it in one place, somewhere else gets misaligned. But how does having faith and living a moral life aid in the quest for achieving happiness? To discuss these questions and more, I welcome Fr. Robert Spitzer, host of Fr. Spit…

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Archbishop Bishop Don Bolen on Anglican and Catholic Holy Orders 49:28

1M ago49:28

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In this part two of two episodes stemming from Archbishop Don Bolen's experiences of the Eccumencial Summit of Anglican and Catholic Bishops, Bishop Don engages with the question of Anglican and Catholic Holy Orders and how this complex relationship has grown and developed over the years.

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Archbishop Donald Bolen on The Ecumenical Summit of Anglican and Catholic Bishops 54:32

2M ago54:32

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We welcome Archbishop Donald Bolen into the studio this week to celebrate our 400th episode! We'll examine the history of Ecumenical relations with a focus on the ground-breaking work that has been done globally between Anglicans and Catholics. Bishop Don will also share his most recent experiences gathering with other Anglican and Catholic Bishops…

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Episode 146 - At Peace but not at Rest: Mother Cabrini | Kristen Theriault 1:03:20

2M ago1:03:20

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Let’s talk about Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini! In today’s episode, I welcome back Kristen Theriault, spokesperson for Sophia Institute Press, to discuss all things related to Mother Cabrini, including the new Cabrini movie by Angel Studies, and two books by Sophia: The World is Too Small: The Life and Times of Mother Cabrini and The Mother Cabrini…

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The Four Pillars of A Coach On Mission with Thomas Wurtz - Part 2 35:10

2M ago35:10

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In this two-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Thomas Wurtz, founder of FOCUS Ministries' Varsity Catholic program, to discuss his four pillars of Catholic coaching. They examine the natural goods of sports, their connection to deeper truths, and how participation in sports can offer insights into the human desire for God and the pursuit of…

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The Four Pillars of A Coach On Mission with Thomas Wurtz - Part 1 36:47

2M ago36:47

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In this two-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Thomas Wurtz, founder of FOCUS Ministries' Varsity Catholic program, to discuss his four pillars of Catholic coaching. They examine the natural goods of sports, their connection to deeper truths, and how participation in sports can offer insights into the human desire for God and the pursuit of…

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Episode 145 - How Reclaiming Sunday Can Revive Our Human Nature | Danny Fitzpatrick 1:17:37

2M ago1:17:37

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In today’s episode, I welcome back Danny Fitzpatrick to discuss his new book released by Sophia Institute, titled "Restoring the Lord's Day: How Reclaiming Sunday Can Revive Our Human Nature." We discuss the importance of the Sabbath, how it is crucial for restoring our human nature, and how culture has shifted away from recognizing its significanc…

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Educating for Eternity with Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. Adam Dufault 38:03

2M ago38:03

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In this podcast crossover, recorded during a visit to the diocese of Columbus, Ohio, and first aired on the "Becoming Saints" podcast, Dr. Brett Salkeld sits down with Dr. Adam Dufault, Superintendent of Schools with the Diocese of Columbus to discuss his latest book, "Making Every Class Catholic."By Eric Gurash

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Holly Taylor Coolman on Parenting - Part 2 46:03

3M ago46:03

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In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld vists with Dr. Holly Taylor Coolman on her most recent book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautiful Vocation of Raising Children." Discussing her theologically and biblically rich approach to rasing children in the modern world. Discover more in Dr. Coolman's book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautif…

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Episode 144 - Unlocking the Secrets to Marital Intimacy | Dr. Sarah Bartel 1:20:35

3M ago1:20:35

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As a marriage therapist that integrates my faith into my work, it is often difficult to find resources I can share about marital intimacy that are appropriate for Catholic and Christian couples, because what is generally out there is overly explicit and reductionistic. What can faithful couples do who want to improve their physical intimacy? Listen…

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Holly Taylor Coolman on Parenting - Part 1 45:11

3M ago45:11

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In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld vists with Dr. Holly Taylor Coolman on her most recent book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautiful Vocation of Raising Children." Discussing her theologically and biblically rich approach to rasing children in the modern world. Discover more in Dr. Coolman's book "Parenting: The Complex and Beautif…

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Dr. John Jalsevac On Classical Education - Part 3 41:40

3M ago41:40

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In this three-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. John Jalsevac, headmaster of Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic School in Peterborough, Ontario discuss the growing popularity of Classical education and its distinct approach to student formation and education. Show Snippet: "There needs to be a space where they can read a difficult book and allow…

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Episode 143 - Leaving Loneliness Behind | Regina Boyd 1:02:19

3M ago1:02:19

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Are you experiencing loneliness and not quite sure what to do about it? Then this episode will be of great benefit to you. Today, I welcome Regina Boyd, licensed marriage and family therapist and author of the new book Leaving Loneliness Behind: 5 Keys to Experiencing God’s Love and Building Healthy Connection with Others. In this episode, we have …

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Dr. John Jalsevac On Classical Education - Part 2 38:42

3M ago38:42

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In this three-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. John Jalsevac, headmaster of Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic School in Peterborough, Ontario discuss the growing popularity of Classical education and its distinct approach to student formation and education. Show Snippet: "One of the things about the Socratic method that I think is so important…

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Dr. John Jalsevac On Classical Education - Part 1 43:08

4M ago43:08

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In this three-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. John Jalsevac, headmaster of Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic School in Peterborough, Ontario, discuss the growing popularity of Classical education and its distinct approach to student formation and education. Show Snippet: "One of the characteristics that unites many classical schools is a focu…

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Episode 142 - Overcoming Scrupulosity | Rebecca Martin 1:07:43

4M ago1:07:43

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Do you struggle with scrupulosity or know a loved one who does? If so, this episode will provide great insights and solutions for you. Today, I welcome Rebecca Martin, editor of the book “Scrupulosity: Heal Your Mind, Unbind Your Soul, and Let God Work.” The book was written by the late Dr. Kevin Vost, who we honor in the show. In this episode, we …

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Restoring a First Nations Perspective on Treaty and Natural Resource Rights - Part 2 40:17

4M ago40:17

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In this part two of two episodes, Indigenous ally, Javed Sommers and Micheal Leblanc of Development and Peace Caritas Canada join the podcast to discuss treaty and natural resource rights through an Indigenous lens. Show Snippet: "Free prior and informed consent. It's all about free consent. So there's no bullying, there's no harassment, there's no…

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Restoring a First Nations Perspective on Treaty and Natural Resource Rights - Part 1 42:34

4M ago42:34

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In this part one of two episodes, Indigenous ally, Javed Sommers and Micheal Leblanc of Development and Peace Caritas Canada join the podcast to discuss treaty and natural resource rights through an Indigenous lens. Show Snippet: "Canada, through the treaties, is trying to gain control in terms of how it understands humans owning land. This would n…

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Episode 141 - Navigating Gender Differences in Marriage and Relationships | Dr. Brett Salkeld 1:20:29

4M ago1:20:29

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How often do men and women feel at odds with each other in relationships, dating, marriage, and parenting? What if those differences we there by design and ignoring them only creates more frustration? What if equality didn’t equal sameness? Joining me on the show to talk about how we can navigate these differences more effectively is Dr. Brett Salk…

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Catechisis of the Good Shepherd with Cassandra Ursu and Angela Montano 50:00

4M ago50:00

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This week on Thinking Faith, we hear from Cassandra Ursu and Angela Montano with the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd catechetical ministry at Holy Rosary Cathedral. They discuss what CGS is and how its unique, Montesouri-based approach helps children discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Show Snippet: "So my five year old just had a…

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Books that Changed Brett's Life - Part 2 40:25

4M ago40:25

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In this part two of two episodes, Deacon Eric sits down with Dr. Brett Salkeld to discuss three non-fiction, non-theological books that changed his life. This week; You Are Not Your Pain by by Vidyamala Burch and Danny Penman and a surpise book that changed Brett's life without him ever reading it! Show Snippet: "It's freedom. It's the same thing. …

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140 - Save Marriage, Save the Faith | JP De Gance 1:14:58

5M ago1:14:58

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How does the decline in marriage impact the decline in faith practice and affiliation? What has contributed to the rise in “none’s”? Can scientific research and inquiry help us understand the connection between marriage and faith? To have this important conversation, I welcome JP De Gance, founder and president of Communio, which is a nonprofit min…

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Books That Changed Brett's Life - Part 1 47:07

5M ago47:07

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In this part one of two episodes, Deacon Eric sits down with Dr. Brett Salkeld to discuss three non-fiction, non-theological books that changed his life. This week; Good and Angry by David Powlison and Hold me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson. Show Snippet: "The big feelers among us who express those things. People can't handle them and they need to know t…

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Catherine Pakaluk and Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth - Part 2 56:08

5M ago56:08

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In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Catherine Pakaluk about shifting demographics, falling birthrates, and her new book "Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth" Show Snippet: "I certainly believe that when we're talking about things that are deeply part of the human condition and the types of thing…

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139 - The Middle-Aged Marriage | Damon Owens 1:05:28

5M ago1:05:28

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Calling all couples married around 15-20 years! This episode is for you! Today, I welcome Damon Owens, internationally acclaimed speaker and co-founder of Joyful Ever After, to talk about how to thrive in a middle-aged marriage. We discuss how to overcome long-held resentments and negative patterns of communication with your spouse; how to express …

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Catherine Pakaluk and Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth - Part 1 46:35

5M ago46:35

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In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Catherine Pakaluk about shifting demographics, falling birthrates, and her new book "Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth" Show Snippet: "I saw that the president of France, Emmanuel Macron had given some remarks at a UN conference...he flamboyantly says, "Show…

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Communities of Care: Catholic Parishes and Mental Health Peer Support 28:43

5M ago28:43

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This week on Thinking Faith Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the ways that spiritual peer support can help navigate mental health challenges and the role our parishes and Catholic social teaching can play in building caring, supportive communities. Show Snippet: "Our parish communities are uniquely positioned to walk with others, offering prayer-filled…

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138 - What are Rights? | Katy Faust 1:22:00

6M ago1:22:00

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Have you noticed that many debates in our society center around the term “rights”? But what exactly is a right? Is it possible to define it? And should adults make sacrifice for the rights of children? Today I welcome Katy Faust, the founder of Them Before Us, a global educational and advocacy group on behalf of children’s rights. She offers clarit…

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Introducing Curriculum Permeation to Teachers - Part 2 44:05

6M ago44:05

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In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld continues his visit with high school theology teacher, Tommy Kostielney of South Bend, Indiana to discuss ways that Tommy has introduced the idea of curriculum permeation to fellow teachers.

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Introducing Curriculum Permeation to Teachers - Part 1 46:50

6M ago46:50

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In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with high school theology teacher, Tommy Kostielney of South Bend, Indiana to discuss ways that Tommy has introduced the idea of curriculum permeation to fellow teachers.By Eric Gurash

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[REPOST] - A Christmas Meditation 12:31

6M ago12:31

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Here’s a little gift to you during this busy Christmas season. I know that we all have a thousand things on our minds right now: shopping, traveling, Christmas dinner prep, friends, family, etc. So, let’s take a break from that together. Join me as we take a moment to reflect the good of this year and bring it before the Child Jesus. It’s a short, …

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Boy's Club Q&A - Part 6 40:28

6M ago40:28

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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week we discuss the cross, baseball bats, and creationism. Show Snippet: "The Church does not pronounce on these matters. The Church does not say, "You must think the world is 4 billion y…

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Pope Francis The Nativity And The Incarnation With Archbishop Don Bolen 43:46

6M ago43:46

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Archbishop Don Bolen joins the podcast for a special pre-Christmas episode of Thinking Faith. We'll discuss Pope Francis' new book on the Nativity, Bishop Don's nativity collection, and the impact of the Incarnation on our broken world. Show Snippet: "The incarnation is ultimately not a book and it's not a word spoken in writing, it's spoken in fle…

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137 - The Power of Hope | Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN 1:07:15

7M ago1:07:15

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I welcome back Sr Josephine Garrett, author of the book “Hope: An Invitation” by OSV Books. Sister Josephine shares her journey of faith, the challenges she faced, her experiences of prayer, and the moments of surrender she had to make in her life. By drawing upon her personal experience, she sheds light onto the power of hope, and how it serves as…

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Boy's Club Q&A - Part 5 46:05

7M ago46:05

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Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue to delve into the pile of questions sent to them from the Conquest Boys Club at St. Anne's parish in Regina, Saskatchewan. This week we discuss Jesus' mistakes in the woodshop and altar serving. Show Snippet: "Think of a carpenter shop. How do you learn to make some furniture with Dad in the shop without making mi…

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Your Best Self: Transhumanism with Joseph Vukov - Part 2 59:57

7M ago59:57

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In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits Dr. Joseph Vukov of Loyola University in Chicago to discuss the transhumanism movement and promise and the perils of utilizing science and technology to improve human life. "I think a great little pushback to the Luddite who would say, these new technologies are necessarily going to undermi…

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136 - Redefining Success | Pastor Terry Brisbane and Rusty Rueff 1:16:11

7M ago1:16:11

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How should Christians engage at the crossroads of work, technology, and the creative life? How do modern advancements in computing and coding shape our faith? What are realistic fears of generative AI? Joining me on the show is Terry Brisbane, lead pastor at CornerstoneSF in San Francisco, CA, and Rusty Rueff, host of Faith Driven Entrepreneur, to …

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Your Best Self: Transhumanism with Joseph Vukov - Part 1 52:29

7M ago52:29

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In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits Dr. Joseph Vukov of Loyola University in Chicago to discuss the transhumanism movement and promise and the perils of utilizing science and technology to improve human life. "Roughly what transhumanism is is the idea that human existence as we experience it is Messy, it involves a lot of suf…

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Theology Teachers and Curriculum Permeation - Part 2 45:58

7M ago45:58

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In this part two of two, Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. Brett Fawcett discuss interdisciplinary collaboration and the role of theology teachers in curriculum permeation.By Eric Gurash

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135 - The Devout Life | Deacon Matthew Newsome 1:19:51

8M ago1:19:51

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How do we grow in our devotion of Christ? What are the things we should be paying attention to? What should we be avoiding? Wouldn’t it be nice if there was some book that introduced these concepts? Yes there is. Joining me on the show today is Deacon Matt Newsome, author of the book “The Devout Life: A Modern Guide to Practical Holiness with St. F…

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Theology Teachers and Curriculum Permeation - Part 1 44:29

8M ago44:29

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In this part one of two, Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. Brett Fawcett discuss interdisciplinary collaboration and the role of theology teachers in curriculum permeation.By Eric Gurash

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Mental Health in the Bible Learning From Leah, Hannah, Jeremiah, and Naomi 41:01

8M ago41:01

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This week, Deacon Eric examines four more biblical figures as models for navigating mental health challenges. He discusses Leah, Hannah, Jeremiah, and Naomi and how their experiences can provide guidance and support for our own challenges today. Show Snippet: "Naomi’s story underscores the importance of social support and of opening ourselves to be…

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