Best Nerdy Church Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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You’re Not Alone In The Struggle | Week 3 | Sam Roberts 34:24

1d ago34:24

34:24

In today's episode, titled "You’re Not Alone In The Struggle," Sam dives deep into Jesus' promise to be with us always, even in the midst of life's storms. Drawing from the powerful passages in Matthew 28:19-20 and Mark 4, Sam brings to life the Great Commission and Jesus' calming of the storm, illustrating how Jesus' presence is a constant in our …

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Hearing God’s Voice | Week 2 | Craig Groeschel 36:20

10d ago36:20

36:20

Do you ever struggle to hear God's voice, especially when faced with important decisions? In this week's sermon, "Hearing God’s Voice," Pastor Craig dives deep into the challenges and beauty of discerning God's guidance in our lives. Imagine if you could ask God a question and receive a clear, unmistakable answer. Wouldn’t that be incredible? In th…

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Does God Still Love Me? | Week 1 | Craig Groeschel 36:03

17d ago36:03

36:03

Welcome to the first installment of our new sermon series, "He Promises." Today, we're tackling a crucial question that many of us wrestle with: "Does God Still Love Me?" In this powerful message, we delve into the heart of God's promises, starting with John 3:16—a verse that assures us of God's unwavering love. No matter what you've done or where …

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#2408 - SCOTUS Homelessness Case, Pop Culture Roundup, and an interview with Elizabeth Johnson 1:17:47

2M ago1:17:47

1:17:47

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David end season 14 with a look at the media they've been consuming lately, as well as looking at a recent Supreme Court case that might affect care for the homeless. Then Heidi interviews Sr. Elizabeth Johnson. Have a great summer, and we'll see you in the fall! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2407 - Dignitas Infinita, the passing of Bishop Gumbleton, and in interview with Natalia Impertatori-Lee 1:11:45

3M ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David talk about the recent DDF instruction on human dignity, with an eye to its implications for LGBTQIA+ communities. Next, they look at the life and legacy of Bishop Thomas Gumbleton, and Heidi interviews Professor Natalia Imperatori-Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2406 - The Mar-A-Lago 'Catholic' Event, March Madness, and an interview with Bruce Morrill 1:12:35

3M ago1:12:35

1:12:35

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent ‘prayer’ event held in support of Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago, and Heidi and Daniel teach David some things about basketball. Also, Heidi interviews Bruce Morrill, Chair of Catholic Studies at Vanderbilt University about the upcoming Eucharistic Congress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon…

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#2405 - The presidential race begins, the demise of Church Militant, and an interview with Michael O'Loughlin 1:13:53

3M ago1:13:53

1:13:53

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss Super Tuesday and the State of the Union address, then they look at the recent collapse of the ultra-right-wing website, Church Militant, and Heidi interviews Michael O'Loughlin, recently named Executive Director of Outreach Catholic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2404 - IVF fallout, an attack on Annunciation House, and an interview with Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow 1:17:41

4M ago1:17:41

1:17:41

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at recent court rulings that have resulted in confusing and at points disastrous consequences for parents undergoing IVF treatments. Next they look at Texas AG Ken Paxton's recent accusations against Annunciation House, a ministry serving migrants, and Heidi interviews Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow, Director of the In…

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#2403 - Superbowl ads, Cardinals meet with female Episcopal Bishop and discuss priestly celibacy, and an interview with Joyce Rupp 1:23:32

4M ago1:23:32

1:23:32

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the "He Gets Us" ad campaign, and who might be funding it. Then they look at recent discussions around priestly celibacy, and a meeting of the Council of Cardinals to discuss women's issues with some actual women, and Heidi interviews author Joyce Rupp about Lent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…

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#2402 - $83 Million Judgement Against Donald Trump, Papal Audience with Vatican Journalists, and an Interview with Ansel Augustine 1:08:15

5M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the implications of the recent defamation suit against Donald Trump, and talk about the role of journalism in 21st-century Catholic life, and Heidi interviews Ansel Augustine about the synod and the experiences of Black Catholics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2401 - Iowa Caucus, Fiducia Supplicans, and an interview with Steven P. Millies 1:22:00

5M ago1:22:00

1:22:00

The 2024 election cycle has begun, and Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss what the Iowa Caucus can tell us about next November, then we discuss the implications of the recent document on blessing same-sex couples, and Heidi interviews political scientist and friend of the show, Steven P. Millies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

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#2316 - COP28 Meeting, Interview with Bishop John Stowe, OFM, and a Pop-Culture Roundup 1:25:01

7M ago1:25:01

1:25:01

For our last episode of Season 13, Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the UN Climate Change Conference, Heidi interviews Bishop John Stowe, OFM, about the work of Pax Christi, and we talk about what we've been reading, watching, and listening to lately. We'll be back for Season 14 starting in mid-January. A blessed Advent, a Merry Christmas, a…

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#2315 - Bishop Strickland, the Voting Rights Act in peril, and an interview with timone davis 1:34:13

7M ago1:34:13

1:34:13

Happy Thanksgiving! Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent ouster of Tyler, Texas Bishop Strickland, and what it might mean for the growing divisions in the Church. Then they look at a recent court battle over voting rights in Arkansas, and what it might mean for the upcoming election. Finally, Heidi interviews theologian and professor tim…

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#2314 - Donald Trump in court, Mike Johnson elected Speaker, and an interview with Fr. James Martin, SJ 1:11:41

8M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent testimony of former President Donal Trump, and the recent election of Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House, and discuss what this might mean for our democratic institutions, and Heidi talks with Fr. James Martin, SJ, about the recent Synod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2313 - The Synod on Synodality: Reflections, analysis, and an interview with NCR's Christopher White 1:09:59

8M ago1:09:59

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Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David reflect on the last four weeks of the Synod, and give their thoughts on the recently-released synthesis document, and Heidi interviews NCR Vatican correspondent, Christopher White Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sandburg Media

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#2312 - No Speaker of the House, Laudate Deum, and an Interview with Kate McElwee 1:11:56

9M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David explore the dysfunction at the top levels of the Republican party, as demonstrated by the recent vacancy of the Speaker of the House, and discuss Laudate Deum, the recent addendum to Laudato Si’. In our last segment, Heidi interviews Kate McElwee, executive director of the Women's Ordination Conference Learn more about …

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#2311 - A Government Shutdown Looms, German Blessing of Same-Sex Unions, and and Interview with Brian Flanagan about Synodality 1:08:51

9M ago1:08:51

1:08:51

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss the threat of government shutdown and its effects on the vulnerable, and look at the recent friction in Cologne, Germany over the blessing of same-sex unions, and Heidi interviews Brian Flanagan of New Ways Ministry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2310 - The Ongoing Migrant Crisis, the WGA/SAG-AFTRA Strike, and an Interview with Gustavo Arellano 1:10:22

10M ago1:10:22

1:10:22

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the mixed Catholic response to the ongoing migrant crisis here in America and abroad, they look at the writers' and actors' strikes through a lens of Catholic Social Teaching, and Heidi interviews LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2309 - Catching Up, Trump Indictments, the Climate Crisis, and the Season of Creation 1:12:45

10M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David kick off season 13 with a look back at the non-stop events of the summer, including the four indictments (so far) against former President Donald Trump, and they look ahead to the upcoming Season of Creation, in light of our ongoing and worsening climate crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

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#2308 - Live from St. Mary's College - Pride Month Preview, Election 2024, and a Pop Culture Roundup 1:07:27

1y ago1:07:27

1:07:27

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David go on the road for a live taping at St. Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana. They end season 12 by looking ahead to Pride month in June, and to the 2024 election, as well as talking about what they've been watching and reading. Please join them for Season 13, starting in September! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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#2307 - Space X explosion, three Tennessee bishops for gun control, and an update on the Synod 1:08:56

1y ago1:08:56

1:08:56

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the future prospects of space flight, the recent statements by Tennessee bishops in the gun control debate, and the next phase of the Synod on Synodality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sandburg Media

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#2306 - The Tennessee Three, Clarence Thomas revelations, and rescinding the Doctrine of Discovery 1:07:12

1y ago1:07:12

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Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss the recent actions of the Tennessee Legislature, the potential scandal brewing around Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and the recent repudiation of the so-called "Doctrine of Discovery" by the Vatican Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2305 - State of Health Emergency ends, USCCB Guidance on Transgender Issues, and preparations for Holy Week 1:07:22

1y ago1:07:22

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Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss the plans from the Biden administration to shut down COVID testing and support in the coming weeks, the recent guidance document from the Committee on Doctrine at the USCCB regarding Transgender persons, and how we are preparing for the coming of Holy Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

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#2304 - Fox News Defamation Case, Accusations of Heresy Among the Bishops, and the Holy Spirit 1:09:41

1+ y ago1:09:41

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Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David look at the recent suit brought by Dominion Voting Systems against Fox News, the recent accusations by Bishop Paprocki against his brother Bishops, and an exploration of the untapped possibilities of the Holy Spirit in our faith lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#2303 - Train Derailment in Ohio, the Internet Debate at SCOTUS, and 10 Years of Pope Francis 1:07:14

1+ y ago1:07:14

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Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David look back at a decade of Francis's papacy, the environmental effects of the train derailment in Ohio, and the recent Supreme Court cases that could change the internet as we know it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Sandburg Media

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#2302 - Anti-Black-Studies Legislation in Florida, Anti-Trans Legislation in Many State Houses, and the Beginning of Lent 1:12:20

1+ y ago1:12:20

1:12:20

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss the efforts of Florida Governor Ron Desantis to change the AP curriculum, the parallels between anti-Trans and anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation and the policies of many Catholic schools and dioceses, and the challenges and joys of entering the season of Lent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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#2301 - The Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict 16, the Essay by Cardinal McElroy, and and Women Preaching 1:08:22

1+ y ago1:08:22

1:08:22

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, and his legacy. They also explore the many facets of synodality, as they look at a recent essay by Cardinal McElroy about welcoming the marginalized, and the possibilities that arise in letting the excluded voices of women play a role in our liturgies. Learn more…

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You’re Not Alone In The Struggle | Week 3 | Sam Roberts 34:24

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Hearing God’s Voice | Week 2 | Craig Groeschel 36:20

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Does God Still Love Me? | Week 1 | Craig Groeschel 36:03

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#2408 - SCOTUS Homelessness Case, Pop Culture Roundup, and an interview with Elizabeth Johnson 1:17:47

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#2407 - Dignitas Infinita, the passing of Bishop Gumbleton, and in interview with Natalia Impertatori-Lee 1:11:45

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#2406 - The Mar-A-Lago 'Catholic' Event, March Madness, and an interview with Bruce Morrill 1:12:35

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#2405 - The presidential race begins, the demise of Church Militant, and an interview with Michael O'Loughlin 1:13:53

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#2404 - IVF fallout, an attack on Annunciation House, and an interview with Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow 1:17:41

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#2403 - Superbowl ads, Cardinals meet with female Episcopal Bishop and discuss priestly celibacy, and an interview with Joyce Rupp 1:23:32

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#2402 - $83 Million Judgement Against Donald Trump, Papal Audience with Vatican Journalists, and an Interview with Ansel Augustine 1:08:15

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#2401 - Iowa Caucus, Fiducia Supplicans, and an interview with Steven P. Millies 1:22:00

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#2316 - COP28 Meeting, Interview with Bishop John Stowe, OFM, and a Pop-Culture Roundup 1:25:01

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#2315 - Bishop Strickland, the Voting Rights Act in peril, and an interview with timone davis 1:34:13

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#2314 - Donald Trump in court, Mike Johnson elected Speaker, and an interview with Fr. James Martin, SJ 1:11:41

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#2313 - The Synod on Synodality: Reflections, analysis, and an interview with NCR's Christopher White 1:09:59

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#2312 - No Speaker of the House, Laudate Deum, and an Interview with Kate McElwee 1:11:56

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#2311 - A Government Shutdown Looms, German Blessing of Same-Sex Unions, and and Interview with Brian Flanagan about Synodality 1:08:51

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#2310 - The Ongoing Migrant Crisis, the WGA/SAG-AFTRA Strike, and an Interview with Gustavo Arellano 1:10:22

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#2309 - Catching Up, Trump Indictments, the Climate Crisis, and the Season of Creation 1:12:45

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#2308 - Live from St. Mary's College - Pride Month Preview, Election 2024, and a Pop Culture Roundup 1:07:27

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#2307 - Space X explosion, three Tennessee bishops for gun control, and an update on the Synod 1:08:56

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#2306 - The Tennessee Three, Clarence Thomas revelations, and rescinding the Doctrine of Discovery 1:07:12

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#2305 - State of Health Emergency ends, USCCB Guidance on Transgender Issues, and preparations for Holy Week 1:07:22

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#2304 - Fox News Defamation Case, Accusations of Heresy Among the Bishops, and the Holy Spirit 1:09:41

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#2303 - Train Derailment in Ohio, the Internet Debate at SCOTUS, and 10 Years of Pope Francis 1:07:14

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#2302 - Anti-Black-Studies Legislation in Florida, Anti-Trans Legislation in Many State Houses, and the Beginning of Lent 1:12:20

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#2301 - The Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict 16, the Essay by Cardinal McElroy, and and Women Preaching 1:08:22

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