On Mission is a podcast from the Catholic Apostolate Center. Join members of the Catholic Apostolate Center team as they discuss contemporary topics related to the Catholic Church, faith formation, evangelization, Church history, and more!
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Just two Oklahoma priests sitting down for a weekly conversation on the joys of priesthood, the people of God in Oklahoma, and the evangelization of the world.
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A Walking Audio Tour of the Spiritual Geography of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Funded in part by a grant from the John Templeton Foundation, the opinions expressed in this walking audio tour are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the John Templeton Foundation. Thank you for listening to Spirit & Stone, an audio tour of the historical and geographical heart of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. This tour highlights some of this historic campus's rich re ...
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In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, William Tishuk, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Dr. Susan Timoney, STD, Associate Professor of Practice at the Catholic University of America, to discuss the Jubilee Year: Pilgrims of Hope, 2025. The Church has an excellent opportunity to strengthen its hope in the Lord as we prepare for the 20…
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"Why is Lent a Bigger Deal To Us Than Easter?"
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0:22It seems that we are more motivated to live Lent rather than live Easter. What's that all about? On this week's "Pastors of Payne", Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry talk through how we can truly live this Easter Season. Enjoy!By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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"Did Jesus Make a Mistake Choosing Judas? And Other Thoughts on John 12"
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30:06As we celebrate Holy Week, Judas the Betrayer plays a central role. Why did Jesus choose him as one of the twelve? Was it a mistake? And what's the controversy over anointing Jesus' feet with oil? All that and more on this week's "Pastors of Payne" podcast.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Sarah Scalfaro, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Krissy Pierno and Kate Fowler to discuss their experiences when bringing their families to Mass. Parents with young children understand how getting to Mass and getting through Mass can offer specific challenges. Kate and Krissy offer tips and advi…
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Do priests only work on Sundays? Of course not. But what does a typical Sunday or weekday look like for Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien. That's this week's "Pastors of Payne" podcast. Enjoy!By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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"Why Are So Many People Becoming Catholic?"
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30:25Between Stillwater and downtown Tulsa, about 150 people are becoming Catholic this year. That includes men, women, and children, some already baptized, others not. But why? Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien walk us through the reasons why so many are choosing the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic faith.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Deacon Mark Krejci of the Diocese of Crookston to discuss the third year of the Eucharistic Revival, Year of Mission. This is an exciting new season of the Revival movement. The Holy Spirit has enkindled a missionary fire in the heart of …
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Priests can read. Priest SHOULD read. Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry are readers. Not as much as they would like but nonetheless, this week's "Pastors of Payne" has our priests sharing what books they are reading and what books they are listening to during their lives of ministry in Tulsa and Stillwater. Enjoy!…
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How do priests get it all done? They usually don't but these life hacks will help everyone get more done and even have a better spiritual life. Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry share their favorite and most commonly used hacks to get through life and be better priests!By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Christian Bordak-Roseman, a high school theology teacher from the Washington, D.C. area, to discuss his experience accompanying students through high school. High school is a pivotal time in a person’s life. Students face a lot of pressur…
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It's Lent and during this holy season, it's common for folks to give things up. On this week's "Pastors of Payne" podcast, Father Kerry offers 3 things NOT to give up for Lent.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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Lent is underway and Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry dive in on how they are being more open to God in this season of Lent including some good ideas on fasting and almsgiving. This is Pastors of Payne!By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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"Old Testament Priests and Priests of Today"
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30:08Abel, Abraham, and Melchizedek all offer sacrifice. So do the priests of today. How are they related? That's the topic of this week's "Pastors of Payne". Listen as Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry do a little Bible study to help us better understand sacrifice and priesthood.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Monica Thom Konschnik, Management Consultant for the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss hospitality practices at parishes. Catholic hospitality is a virtue and a gift that involves welcoming others and serving them in the name of Chri…
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The Eucharist is the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ. But are there references to the Eucharist in the Old Testament? In this week's "Pastors of Payne", Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien preview Lent 2025 and walk through the many references to the Eucharist in the books of the Old Testament.…
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In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Meghan Abando, Coordinator of Events and Special Programs, to discuss her experience of living the faith and evangelizing on secular college campuses. College is a pivotal time in a young adult’s life. Often times, this is the first time …
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We are blessed to live in a wonderful diocese. What's so good about it? Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien list out all the beautiful things going on in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry participate in a monthly priest support group. What's it all about? What happens there? In this week's "Pastors of Payne", our priests share their own experiences of how the Diocese of Tulsa and their brother priests help support each other.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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Catholic Feast Days App: A New App from the Catholic Apostolate Center
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22:28In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by William Tishuk, Production Coordinator at the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss the Catholic Feast Days app, the latest app from the Catholic Apostolate Center. Download the app on the App Store or on the Google Play Store to receive…
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In this week's episode, Fr. Kerry makes a deep dive on prayer drawing into the Carmelite and Benedictine traditions. If you're not praying well (or even if you are), give it a listen.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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"Father O'Brien Reflects on Six Months at Holy Family Cathedral"
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30:16Last week marked 6 months for Fr. O'Brien as Rector of Holy Family Cathedral. Along with Fr. Kerry, he reflects on the blessings, challenges, and what 2025 looks like for the cathedral community. Big plans!By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss their experiences preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage and the importance it has to build a fruitful lifetime for the couple. Because Christian marriage is a sacrament, the Catholic Church wants couples to be well-prepared. Dioceses and pari…
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"Should Priests Hear Confessions During Mass?"
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30:20At both St. John Catholic Student Center and Holy Family Cathedral, our priests offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation during some Sunday Masses. Is that okay? What does the Church advise on this issue? Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry talk through the good and bad of an increasingly popular practice.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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"Should I Baptize My Grandkids? and Other Questions About Baptism"
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30:20Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien talk through a specific pastoral issue and dive into the theology and practice of infant baptism.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by William Tishuk, Production Coordinator at the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss the connection between athletics and our faith. The connection between athletics / sport and faith has been made at least since the first century where S…
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Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien get us ready for 2025 with encouragement to start fresh with a life of prayer, forgiveness, and renewed hope in the Lord Jesus!By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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In this week's "Pastors of Payne", our priests share the theology and history behind the upcoming 2025 Jubilee of Hope called for by Pope Francis. It all begins this Sunday!By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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Divine Threads: My Journey of Faith and Blessings
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29:33In this episode of On Mission, Sarah Harrigan Scalfaro, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Fr. Pedro Camilo Simoes, S.A.C. to discuss his book, Divine Threads, and how God has been quietly present throughout his life. Divine Threads: My Journey of Faith and Blessings is the life story of Father Pedro Camilo Simoes, SAC. Father …
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"Christmas Gifts, Christmas Music, and Christmas at Holy Family Cathedral"
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30:12As Christmas approaches, Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien talk about favorite Christmas presents and the importance of attending Christmas Mass with a special emphasis on Christmas at Holy Family Cathedral in downtown Tulsa."By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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"Lots of Catholics Don't Know How to Pray"
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30:12Even churchgoing Catholics often struggle to pray. Sometimes it's starting to pray and for others it's being consistent in prayer. On this week's "Pastors of Payne", Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry talk about how to pray and how to pray consistently.By Holy Family Cathedral and St. John Catholic Student Center
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