Best Bytes of Faith Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 156: Are We Having Fun Yet? 14:26

35m ago14:26

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I was on a call when I was reminded, "This is supposed to be fun." And I wasn't having fun. So, if it's supposed to be fun, and I wasn't having fun, what was I missing? I'll ask you the same question. If you're not having fun, what are you missing? Let me know your thoughts. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at k…

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Assumption of Mary with Fr. Rob

21m ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob and Fr. George discuss the Assumption of Mary as a foreshadowing of our resurrection. They discuss how the Assumption defined and why. Next, they reflect that the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven, body and soul, is a foreshadowing of what we are to expect in God's new creation. …

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Ep. 155: What does Faith Feel Like? 50:43

4d ago50:43

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A question hit me the other day. When we talk about having faith, we can sometimes kind of describe what that means. What faith is. But I've never heard anyone talk about what if feels like in our body to have faith. What does faith feel like? This week, early childhood friend Julia joins in the conversation. Please like, share, subscribe, and give…

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A Catholic Approach to Reproductive Technologies 32:51

8d ago32:51

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Reproductive technologies, especially in vitro fertilization (IVF), remain at the forefront of the news and societal conversation in 2024. In 2017, at our 24th annual conference, we held a colloquium on Catholic, Protestant, & Orthodox Approaches to Reproductive Technologies. Three speakers walked through their convictional approach to these issues…

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Eucharistic Congress with Fr. Rob

6d ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob and Fr. George share their experiences from the Eucharistic Congress. Father George attended and reflects on some of the formative encounters and joys of the event. Fr. Rob shares an insightful reflection from a parishioner who attended. This parishioner saw how the body of priests were differen…

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Combination Show 22:39

8d ago22:39

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Episode 12 is a combination of all the shows. I wanted to do something special since the number 12 is so important in the Bible. While I realize that the podcast isn't fully centered around either faith or tech it is a combination of both. Jesus's apostles: Jesus chose 12 apostles, each representing one of Israel's 12 tribes. The book of Revelation…

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Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati with Fr. Rob

12d ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob, Fr. George, and Fr. Michael Niemczak discusses Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati. They emphasize how Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati lived a seemingly ordinary life, but did everything God put in his life and made it holy. Frassati had great devotion to the Holy Eucharist and cared for the poor. His family h…

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Ep. 154: Should I Counsel with the Lord? Or Council? 14:37

11d ago14:37

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We've discussed before that Dad's favorite scripture was Alma 37:37, "Counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and He will direct thee for good..." What is counselling with God? And how is it different from having a council with Him? Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at…

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#60 - Yom Tov Sheni, Part 3 11:49

14d ago11:49

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In 1846, the Reform rabbinical conference at Breslau annulled the observance of yom tov sheni shel galuyot, the second festival day traditionally observed by Jews living outside of Eretz Yisrael. How could they simply do away with such an ancient religious practice? Is there any halakhic justification for their action? As those Reform rabbis would …

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Ep. 153: Why Pray? 13:52

21d ago13:52

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While listening to another podcast, I started wondering why we pray for other people. What are we trying to accomplish? Are we trying to change God's plan? Are we trying to change the lessons that the other person might be in the middle of learning? When we pray (for ourselves or others), what should we be praying for? Please like, share, subscribe…

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Baseball, Tradition, and Faith: A Throwback

18d ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Conrad talks about all things baseball as related to the Faith with special guest, Ed Condon, D.C. Bureau Chief for Catholic News Agency. Baseball is the National Pass Time, where people go to engage in leisure in the Summertime. Some innovations in the game present a problem that strikes at the cor…

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Darkness Into Light 2:10

25d ago2:10

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You know how shadows are scary in the dark? The darkness can make anything look scary. It can play on your paranoia creating things that aren't there. Children and adults alike can be afraid of the dark. If you've gone through a traumatic event it can cause you to fear the dark. When you turn on the light, the darkness and shadows disappear. Don't …

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Ep. 152: Stop Talking about Justice 17:56

25d ago17:56

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Last week opened a new perspective for me regarding Mercy. And, after giving a talk in church last Sunday, I've been thinking a lot more about mercy vs. justice. And I've concluded that we don't need to concern ourselves with justice. Ever. That's already been resolved. It's taken care of. It's complete. Not our problem. Mercy, however, IS our prob…

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Brown Scapular with Fr. Rob

29d ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob discusses the devotion of the Brown Scapular. Our Lady appeared to St. Simon Stock and gave him the brown scapular. She promised that no one who wore it would suffer eternal fire. Fr. Rob discusses how one can live a life similar to a Carmelite and wear the brown scapular. As a child, Fr. Rob di…

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Ep. 151: Mercy, Forgiveness, and More 55:30

1M ago55:30

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What is Mercy? Can Mercy exist without Grace? How does Forgiveness connect with Mercy? This week, Annette and Ken discuss all this and more Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes https://www.instagram.com/chocolatecakebytes/ Che…

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#59 - Yom Tov Sheni, Part 2 12:20

1M ago12:20

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More on the second festival day, like: why do many Jews still observe it when we no longer have any doubt as to the right date of yom tov? And what about the second day of Rosh Hashanah? It looks, smells, and quacks just like a regular yom tov sheni... but it's not! Source sheet available at www.freehofinstiute.org/podcast.…

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Encouraging Our Priests with Fr. Rob

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob and Fr. George discuss the need to encourage our priests. They also discuss how to approach a parish priest about difficult or confusing situations in the parish. They offer a reminder that priests studied the Faith for at least nine years in seminary. Therefore, they can offer nuance, depth, an…

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Asking for Help 2:26

1M ago2:26

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Sometimes asking for help can be hard. I've always researched things on a search engine before reaching out to any kind of support or to friends. Everyone's time has worth and value. Time is something you can't get back. This is something that should be considered when reaching out for help. Is it something you can find the answer yourself or do yo…

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Ep. 150: But What if I Make a Mistake? 18:23

1M ago18:23

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This week we discuss how to get past making mistakes. Life will not look perfect for any of us, and misakes are normal, natural, and expected. But, when we make mistakes, sometimes, we aren't very kind to ourselves. (or others!) I share some thoughts on how to deal with making mistakes. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can e…

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Immaculate Heart Of Mary With Fr. Rob

1M ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob and Fr. George discuss the Immaculate Heart of Mary. They reflected on the scripture passages where Mary's heart referenced. Mary pondered the mysteries of Christ's infancy in her heart. Simeon prophesized that a sword will pierce her heart. Fr. Rob and Fr. George explained that we too are to po…

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Ep. 149: I Forgive You. And I Forgive Me. 57:07

2M ago57:07

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This week, we have a new voice joining the podcast! A friend from 40+ years ago, Julia, joins Ken and Annette to discuss forgiveness. How do we forgive? Why? What about forgiving ourselves? We discuss some ideas that maybe are new and consider whether there is even anything to forgive. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can em…

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Demons with Fr. Rob

2M ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob and Fr. George share consoling information about the Devil and demons. They share that demons cannot read your mind and they cannot read your soul. The Devil's and the demons' goal is to make one dislike God. All of their tactics distract us from our relationship with God. They can even lead us …

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58. Yom Tov Sheni, Part 1 12:38

2M ago12:38

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Why do many Jews outside of Eretz Yisrael turn every Biblically-ordained festival day (yom tov) into a two-day observance? What's the nature of that second day, especially since we no longer have any uncertainty about determining the months and the dates of the Jewish calendar? And why do progressive Jews dispense with the observance of yom tov she…

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Safe k-IDs, Happy Parents: Kieran Donovan with Chris Bergman 26:56

2M ago26:56

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Episode 42 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Chris Bergman, Partner of The Fund Midwest, as part of Everywhere Ventures, and founder and CEO of Gylee Games, a company that makes premium games for PC and console. He chats with Kieran Donovan, co-founder and CEO of k-ID, a global compliance engine ensuring the safety and privacy of kids and teens on…

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The Art of Distraction 2:24

2M ago2:24

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The art of distraction is Satan's most powerful tool. If Satan cannot have your heart, he’ll do his best to distract you. Are you busy? Are you looking left when you should be looking right? Are you carrying a platter of things to do instead of a plate? This can be considered by design. Romans 8:1 People who struggle with distraction should not fee…

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Ep. 148: Remember the Captivity. What is Holding You Captive? 49:25

2M ago49:25

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This week, Favorite daughter Allison and her husband, Justin, get in on the discussion. Alma 5 in the Book of Mormon reminds us to "remember the captivity of your fathers." Allison, Justin, and I discuss why it's important to recognize what's holding you captive and how you can learn from it. Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You…

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Sacred Heart of Jesus and Jansenism with Fr. Rob

2M ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob and Fr. George discuss the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. And how it combats the heresy of Jansenism. Jansenism began in the early 17th century and emphasizes our sinfulness and imperfection over the free love and grace of God that redeems us. The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus em…

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Goodbye Tough Days : Katherine von Jan with Kevin Delaney 37:33

2M ago37:33

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Episode 41 of Venture Everywhere is hosted by Kevin Delaney, co-founder and CEO of Charter, a media and research company that equips leaders with research-backed best practices in AI, flexible working, and inclusion. Kevin chats with Katherine von Jan (KVJ), co-founder and CEO of Tough Day, an AI platform that offers confidential, tailored advice t…

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Ep. 147: Judge Not. But Others Are Judging You 47:18

2M ago47:18

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What should we do when we feel judged? Can we feel the judgement of other people? What about judging others? Why, or why not? Annette and I share thoughts and ideas about judging others Please like, share, subscribe, and give us a review. You can email me at ken@chocolatecakebytes.com and follow me at https://www.facebook.com/ChocolateCakeBytes htt…

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S2E3 Woe to You Scribes & Pharisees 1:35:19

2M ago1:35:19

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Special guest pastor Chris Wimberly from Selah Hills Church graces our podcast in this episode about the Seven Woes to the Scribes and Pharisees. Jesus goes verbal MMA on these guys with the Seven Woes, but will the Pharisees tap out? Will this brood of vipers see the light? Join us as Jesus gets out his metal detector and we keep a weather eye out…

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Modesty as the Median Between Two Extremes with Fr. Rob

2M ago

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Rob and Fr. George discuss modesty as a understanding of the median and of time and place. Modesty is a virtue which means that modesty involves finding the median between two extremes. Modesty also encompasses many areas of life from clothes to behavior. St. Thomas Aquinas focuses on behavior and p…

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