A weekly question of faith answered by Cleveland Catholics. Fr. Damian Ference, Vicar of Evangelization and Deacon Mike Hayes Director of Young Adult Ministry in the Diocese of Cleveland co-host with frequent guests from the Diocesan Office who join in the conversation.
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Tod Worner discusses the culture, faith, literature, philosophy, history, and more in stimulating conversations with renown intellectuals of our time on the Evangelization & Culture Podcast. Tod also shares a reflection of his own and a book recommendation in each episode. Tod curates more content like this in the quarterly print journal of the Word on Fire Institute, Evangelization & Culture. Learn more and become a member at WordonFire.Institute.
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Understanding the Hillbilly Thomist w/ Fr. Damian Ference
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“The truth doesn’t change according to your ability to stomach it emotionally.” So said the ingenious, straight-talking novelist Flannery O’Connor. Who profoundly influenced the faith and fiction of one of the finest (and most shocking) writers of the twentieth century? None other than St. Thomas Aquinas. Join Tod and Fr. Damian Ference as they exp…
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Everything Flannery O'Connor w/ Fr. Damian Ference
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Fr. Damian Ference is a priest of the Diocese of Cleveland where he serves as Vicar for Evangelization, Secretary for Parish Life and Special Ministries, and as Professor of Philosophy at Borromeo Seminary. He holds a licentiate in philosophy from The Catholic University of America and a doctorate in philosophy from the Pontifical University of St.…
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Did JESUS Have to Come!? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
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Would Jesus have come if Adam never sinned? Since we did sin was the Incarnation necessary? Support The Show: https://mattfradd.locals.com 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com 🚫 FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course…
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How do our diocesan media productions affect people’s faith?
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Send us a Text Message. Can faith and media truly intersect to create powerful narratives of healing? Join us on "Question of Faith" as we unpack the emotional journey of Christy in our award-winning multimedia series. With psychiatric nurse practitioner Maureen offering her invaluable insights, we explore the complex mental health repercussions of…
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The True Meaning of Humanism: Religion and Human Values w/ Randall Poole
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The word “humanism” was still in its nineteenth century infancy when it was stolen and transformed by Marxists and atheists. But, today, is there a religious humanism that champions human dignity, acknowledges man’s response to God’s saving grace, and wills the good of the other on their way to God? Join me and Professor Randall Poole as we discuss…
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Are You DROWNING in a Puddle?! | Mother Natalia
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Mother talks about why it is okay to feel overwhelmed and how to get past it and focus on Christ. 🤝 💸 Support the Channel: https://mattfradd.locals.com 🎧 Mother's Podcast: https://whatgodisnot.com/ 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com 🚫 FREE 21 Day Detox…
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What's Your *MOST OFFENSIVE* Opinion? w/ John Henry Spann
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John Henry Spann is a Catholic husband and a father to five children, who he lives with on his farm in the southern Appalachians. He has worked in secondary education at all levels from football coach to principal. He is passionate about authentic, Catholic education, and is currently the Dean of Academics, at an orthodox Catholic K-12 hybrid schoo…
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LOVE: What is it REALLY? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
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Love can have many meaning Fr. Pine talks about the three categories that St. Thomas Aquinas uses and teaches us what they look like in our daily life. Support The Show: https://mattfradd.locals.com 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://sh…
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What is the National Eucharistic Congress?
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Send us a Text Message. What happens when the Catholic Church calls for a rekindled devotion to the Eucharist amidst the challenges of a post-pandemic world? Join Deacon Mike Hayes, Fr. Damian Ference, and special guest Christy Cabaniss as they explore this profound question by diving into the National Eucharistic Congress and the past few years of…
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YOU Need to Be More Like a MONK! | Mthr Natalia
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Mother talks about Monastics as the example for how the laity are to live. She focuses on the call to pray always. 🤝 💸 Support the Channel: https://mattfradd.locals.com 🎧 Mother's Podcast: https://whatgodisnot.com/ 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com 🚫 …
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Is Your Schedule KILLING Your Relationships?! | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
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Father Pine talks about how scheduling can harm our relationships with each other. He talks about how to strict a schedule can make us unavailable to each other as persons. Support The Show: https://mattfradd.locals.com 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquina…
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Our Divided Church, God's Mercy, and The Eucharistic Congress w/ Cardinal Burke
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What Were 900 People Doing at Akron's Minor League BallPark?
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Send us a Text Message. The Catholic community in Akron and beyond came together to celebrate faith and unity at a bilingual Mass in Akron's Canal Park, commemorating the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. Despite weather setbacks in the past, this event was a resounding success with over 900 attendees. We highlight the importance of this celebratio…
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Pride and Vainglory: What is Pride REALLY?! | Mthr Natalia 8 Evil Thoughts Episode 4
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Mother continues her mini series on the eight evil thoughts. In the final episode she addresses Vainglory and Pride. Are they the same? What is the difference? 🤝 💸 Support the Channel: https://mattfradd.locals.com 🎧 Mother's Podcast: https://whatgodisnot.com/ 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas …
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What is the deal with relics? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
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Fr. Pine explains one of the weirdest Catholic Practices, Veneration of Relics. Why do we keep all these bones? Why do we kiss them? It seems odd at first but in the end it makes sense. Support the Show: https://mattfradd.locals.com 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pi…
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Someone Came Out To Me...Now What Do I Do?
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Send us a Text Message. What if the way you respond when someone comes out to you could be a turning point in both their life and yours? In today's episode of "Question of Faith," we unpack the delicate art of responding with empathy and genuine love when someone shares intimate information. Deacon Mike Hayes, Father Damian Ference, and Maria Wanca…
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SPIRITUAL SLUGGISHNESS: The Evils of Laziness and Anger | Mthr Natalia
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Mother continues her mini series on the eight evil thoughts. In this episode she discusses both Akedia and Anger. She talks about how spiritual laziness can take the form of over business. 🤝 💸 Support the Channel: https://mattfradd.locals.com 🎧 Mother's Podcast: https://whatgodisnot.com/ 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://r…
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Are You Getting HOLIER?! | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
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Father Pine talks about what spiritual progress in the Christian life really looks like. He talks about the many ideas of progress and how we can know we are progressing. 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com 🚫 FR…
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Getting Baptized, First Confession, and How Comedy Works w/ Shayne Smith
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Shayne Smith is an American comedian. His specials, Prison for Wizards, Alligator Boys, and Banned From Karate, appear on Dry Bar Comedy. He is famously covered in tattoos - a reformed gang member - despite his mild manner and geeky appearance. Shayne is a friend of the show and we are so happy to have him back on! ⭐ Locals' supporters can ask ques…
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How Can I Create Time for God This Summer?
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Send us a Text Message. How can you carve out more time for God this summer? Uncover practical tips from Father Damian, Deacon Mike, and special guest Hortensia Rodriguez that will help you disconnect from the constant buzz of technology and focus on your spiritual growth. Register for our Ballpark Mass Father Damian shares his retreat experience o…
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The Political Thought of David Hume w/ Aaron Zubia
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What would happen if a brilliant philosopher penned influential works that undermine the religious and moral underpinnings of society only to replace them with utility and appetite? It doesn’t end well. Join Tod and Professor Aaron Alexander Zubia as we dive into his new book, The Political Thought of David Hume. Stay up-to-date with the latest epi…
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Love of MONEY and Sadness: Eight Evil Thoughts Episode Two | Mthr Natalia
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Mother continues her mini series on the eight evil thoughts. In this episode she talks about the Love of Money and Sadness. What do these thoughts really do to the soul and to the spiritual life? 🎧 Mother's Podcast: https://whatgodisnot.com/ 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://s…
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We Are WAY Too Obsessed With Justice! | Fr. Gregory Pine O.P.
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Many Christians have become overly interested in justice, and not concerned enough with mercy or the other virtues. Father Pine in this video teaches about Justice and it's proper place in the Christian Life and Polity. 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquina…
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AVOIDING Gluttony and Lust: 8 Evil Thoughts Episode 1 | Mthr Natalia
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Mother continues her mini series on the eight evil thoughts discussing Gluttony and Lust. 🎧 Mother's Podcast: https://whatgodisnot.com/ 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com 🚫 FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: https://www.strive21.com/matt 🔵 Facebook: h…
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Send us a Text Message. Join Deacon Mike and Fr. Eric Garris, Vocation Director for the diocese of Cleveland, as they dive into the particulars around "XLT" in the Catholic faith—an inspiring blend of prayer, praise, and adoration that has captivated young hearts and minds. They unravel the evolution of both Life Teen and new practices in Eucharist…
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Why Sacrifice is SO Important | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
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Is sacrifice just offering up something to make someone else's life better? Theology makes it sound more complex. So, what is Sacrifice? How is the Mass a sacrifice? 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F 🖥️ Website: https://pintswithaquinas.com/ 🟢 Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas 👕 Merch: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com 🚫 FREE 21…
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Chloe Cole started puberty blockers and testosterone at 13 years old. She had a double mastectomy at 15. At 16 years old she detransitioned. Shortly after she began advocating against the medical practices done to her. She now travels the country doing this work in hope of saving other children from this evil. Support the Show: https://mattfradd.lo…
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God, Atheism, and Religious Epistemology w/ Dr. Logan Gage
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Logan Paul Gage is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Dr. Gage received his B.A. in history, philosophy, and American studies from Whitworth College (2004) and his M.A. (2011) and Ph.D. (2014) in philosophy from Baylor University. His dissertation, written under the supervision of Trent Dougherty, was a defe…
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