Best Pastor Bill Commys Podcasts (2024)

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Episode #143: Commies, Fascists and Fiction 19:57

16d ago19:57

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Ray talks about his new Alliance of Saint Michael novel, Subversion, which leads to a discussion about communism, fascism and the Christian Church. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Never miss any new book by Ray Keating by joining the Pastor Stephen Grant Fellowship with Ray Keating at https://www.patreon.com/pastorstephengrantfellowship. • The Pas…

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Episode #142: Who was Jan Hus? 36:15

2M ago36:15

36:15

Pastor Craig Donofrio is back on the show to discuss the early 15th-century theologian, church reformer and martyr Jan Hus, and why people in the 21st century should know about him. Jan Hus, along with Martin Luther, play central roles in Ray’s Vatican Shadows: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel. Paperback and Kindle editions are at https://www.amazon.co…

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Episode #141: Talking Economy with Leading Talk Show Host Bill Brady 44:23

3M ago44:23

44:23

Here’s something different: Ray is talking the economy as a guest on “The Bill Brady Show” on KFNX in Phoenix. Ray knows Bill from long ago, and Mr. Brady is, indeed, a great radio talk show host. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Never miss any new book by Ray Keating by joining the Pastor Stephen Grant Fellowship with Ray Keating at https://www.pa…

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Episode #140: Meet the Chaplain for the St. Louis Cardinals 31:34

3M ago31:34

31:34

Father Chris Comerford joins Ray to discuss one of his jobs, i.e., being the Catholic chaplain for the St. Louis Cardinals. That’s right – it’s Christianity and baseball! Consider books by Ray Keating… • Never miss any new book by Ray Keating by joining the Pastor Stephen Grant Fellowship with Ray Keating at https://www.patreon.com/pastorstephengra…

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Episode #139: We Need More Immigrants 36:43

4M ago36:43

36:43

Economist David Henderson joins Ray to discuss why the U.S. economy needs more immigrants. That’s right – more immigrants! Consider books by Ray Keating… • Never miss any new book by Ray Keating by joining the Pastor Stephen Grant Fellowship with Ray Keating at https://www.patreon.com/pastorstephengrantfellowship. • The Pastor Stephen Grant thrille…

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Episode #138: Trump and Biden Agree on Trade, and That’s Not Good 27:31

4M ago27:31

27:31

Ray Keating explains that, while their rhetoric and temperament are quite different, Donald Trump and Joe Biden essentially agree on being protectionists on trade. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Order The Weekly Economist III: Another 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed books here and Kindle editions here. • Grab The Weekly …

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Episode #137: Keating on Why Economics Matters 19:57

4M ago19:57

19:57

Ray Keating talks about one of his vocations in life – trying to illuminate economics and why it matters – and how that ties in with the latest entry in his “Weekly Economist” book series. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Order The Weekly Economist III: Another 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed books here and Kindle editions…

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Episode #136: What’s the Deal with Ash Wednesday? 18:55

5M ago18:55

18:55

Pastor Brian Noack returns to discuss Ash Wednesday with Ray. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Christmas Bells at St. Mary’s: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story is Ray’s latest work of fiction at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKNRZ2TH. Signed paperbacks at https://raykeatingonline.com/products/christmasbells. • Check out all of Ray’s Pastor Stephen G…

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Episode #135: Reagan Conservatism – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow 36:03

5M ago36:03

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Ray offers a clear-eyed appreciation for Ronald Reagan and the impact he has had on America, conservatism and the world. And Ray essentially argues for many of today’s so-called “conservatives” to reject populism, and come back to a Reagan-esque, American conservatism. Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. Subscribe at https://www.bu…

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Episode #134: Economic & Policy Outlook for 2024 21:49

6M ago21:49

21:49

Ray puts on his economist hat, and serves up his take on the economy and policy for the coming year. Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. Subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/supporters/new at the $8 or $10 levels , and get TWO FREE books by Ray Keating - The Traitor: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel and Ray's collection of es…

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Episode #133: Favorite Holiday Adult Beverages 44:29

7M ago44:29

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Ray is joined by Craig Donofrio to discuss favorite and/or recommended adult beverages to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s. Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. Subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/supporters/new at the $8 or $10 levels , and get TWO FREE books by Ray Keating - The Traitor: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel a…

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Episode #132: Pastor Gets a Call - What Now? 33:09

7M ago33:09

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What happens when a pastor gets a call to a new parish? How does and/or should a pastor and the congregation think about the call? Pastor Craig Donofrio joins Ray. Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. Subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/supporters/new at the $8 or $10 levels , and get TWO FREE books by Ray Keating - The T…

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Episode #131: Holiday Movies and “Christmas Bells at St. Mary’s” 24:40

7M ago24:40

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Ray Keating and his creation, Pastor Stephen Grant, have their lists of favorite Christmas movies. And some of this is explored in Ray’s latest book “Christmas Bells at St. Mary’s.” What about you? Which holiday films do you watch each year? Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. Subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/supporte…

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Episode #130: The Church and the Liturgy 38:56

8M ago38:56

38:56

Ray is in a fog due to a cold, but thankfully, Pastor Brian Noack carries the show by explaining key aspects of the Church’s historic liturgy and why it matters. Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. Subscribe at https://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/supporters/new at the $8 or $10 levels , and get TWO FREE books by Ray Keating - The Tra…

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Episode #129: “Clement Point” by Ray Keating 13:35

8M ago13:35

13:35

Ray Keating reads a chapter from his book Clement Point: A Berger & Knight Novel, which is part of his Kickstarter campaign. Check out Ray’s Kickstarter Campaign – “7 Exclusive Novels from Ray Keating – Limited-Release Thrillers, Mysteries, Historical Fiction and a Pinch of Science Fiction” – Get all of the information for this Kickstarter right he…

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Episode #128: “Wrath” by Ray Keating 11:05

8M ago11:05

11:05

Ray Keating reads a chapter from his book Wrath: A Quinn Porter Novel, which is part of his Kickstarter campaign. Check out Ray’s Kickstarter Campaign – “7 Exclusive Novels from Ray Keating – Limited-Release Thrillers, Mysteries, Historical Fiction and a Pinch of Science Fiction” – Get all of the information for this Kickstarter right here. It runs…

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Episode #127: “Evil Triumphant” by Ray Keating 14:23

8M ago14:23

14:23

Ray Keating reads a chapter from his book Evil Triumphant: An Alliance of Saint Michael Novel, which is part of his Kickstarter campaign. Check out Ray’s Kickstarter Campaign – “7 Exclusive Novels from Ray Keating – Limited-Release Thrillers, Mysteries, Historical Fiction and a Pinch of Science Fiction” – Get all of the information for this Kicksta…

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Episode #126: “Put Not Your Trust in Princes” by Ray Keating 14:23

8M ago14:23

14:23

Ray Keating reads a chapter from his book Put Not Your Trust in Princes: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel, which is part of his Kickstarter campaign. Check out Ray’s Kickstarter Campaign – “7 Exclusive Novels from Ray Keating – Limited-Release Thrillers, Mysteries, Historical Fiction and a Pinch of Science Fiction” – Get all of the information for this…

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Episode #125: Haunted Mansion and Halloween Movies with Chris Lucas 1:02:35

9M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Ray has a wide-ranging talk with Chris Lucas, covering Disney’s Haunted Mansion, Universal Monster movies, The Addams Family vs. The Munsters, stand-up comedy, and more. And what does The Odd Couple’s Oscar Madison have to do with Halloween? Get Chris Lucas’ Top Disney book. Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. Subscribe at https://…

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Episode #124: Lessons from Billionaires with Chris Ullman 59:08

9M ago59:08

59:08

Ray talks with Chris Ullman about his new book Four Billionaires and a Parking Attendant. Yeah, there’s a lot to be learned, from humility and gratitude to “impatient patience,” and more. Get Chris Ullman’s book Four Billionaires and a Parking Attendant, and his previous book Find Your Whistle. Support the PRESS CLUB C Podcast and get free books. S…

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Episode #123: Freedom Conservatism with John Hood 1:31:41

9M ago1:31:41

1:31:41

Ray talks with John Hood about Freedom Conservatism; the movement’s statement of principles; why it’s desperately needed given the state of both the Right and Left today; and other interesting stuff. Read more at FreedomConservatism.org. Check out Ray’s Kickstarter Campaign – “7 Exclusive Novels from Ray Keating – Limited-Release Thrillers, Mysteri…

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Episode #122: Small Business & Entrepreneurship with Tom Sullivan 46:35

9M ago46:35

46:35

Ray talks with Tom Sullivan, vice president for small business policy at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, about the state of small business in America today, and into the future. They discuss what small business owners are thinking on a host of issues, and the vital role that entrepreneurs play in the U.S. economy. Find out more about Tom Sullivan rig…

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Episode #121: Entrepreneurial Momentum with Lou Mongello 45:12

10M ago45:12

45:12

Ray talks with Lou Mongello about his Momentum conference, entrepreneurship, customer service, podcasting, and much more. Check out Lou’s stuff at www.loumongello.com and his great podcast WDW Radio at www.wdwradio.com. New Kickstarter Campaign – “7 Exclusive Novels from Ray Keating – Limited-Release Thrillers, Mysteries, Historical Fiction and a P…

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Episode #120: Kickstarter and Engaging the Culture 33:29

10M ago33:29

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Ray talks about his new Kickstarter, and engaging the culture constructively as a conservative and a Christian. New Kickstarter Campaign - "7 Exclusive Novels from Ray Keating – Limited-Release Thrillers, Mysteries, Historical Fiction and a Pinch of Science Fiction" – Get all of the information for this Kickstarter at https://www.kickstarter.com/pr…

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Episode #119: The “Why?” of Our Work 21:49

10M ago21:49

21:49

Ray explores a question we all should ask and ponder: Why do we do what we do? Specifically, what’s our work about; what should be the focus of work? Consider books by Ray Keating… • “For Better, For Worse: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story” is now available! Signed books at https://raykeatingonline.com/products/forbetterforworse and Kindle and pa…

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Episode #118: Reds Hall of Fame is a Must-See 17:06

11M ago17:06

17:06

After a recent visit, Ray says the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum is a must-see for any baseball fan, even those who don’t love the Reds as much as he does. Consider books by Ray Keating… • “For Better, For Worse: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story” is now available! Signed books at https://raykeatingonline.com/products/forbetterforworse a…

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Episode #117: A Lutheran at Notre Dame? 22:53

11M ago22:53

22:53

Ray talks about his recent visit to one of his favorite places in the country – the University of Notre Dame – and the book – Under the Golden Dome: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel – he set in and around the campus. Consider books by Ray Keating… • “For Better, For Worse: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story” is now available! Signed books at https://ra…

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Episode #116: Lutherans, Christ Crucified and Beer in Milwaukee 20:42

11M ago20:42

20:42

Ray talks about his recent road trip to get together with Lutherans in Milwaukee for theology, books, beer and great chats. He taps a Lutheran and a Catholic to get at the meaning of “we proclaim Christ crucified.” Consider books by Ray Keating… • “For Better, For Worse: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story” is now available! Signed books at https://…

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Episode #115: Ray Keating Talks About and Reads from His New Book 17:08

12M ago17:08

17:08

For Better, For Worse is the latest entry in Ray Keating’s Pastor Stephen Grant series. Ray talks about and reads from the book. He also chats about reviews – his own and from others – and offers some writing advice. Consider books by Ray Keating… • “For Better, For Worse: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story” is now available! Signed books at https:…

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Episode #114: Top 10 Summer Adult Beverages 1:04:09

12M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

Ray is joined by Craig Donofrio, podcaster, pastor and Tiki guru, to serve up their top 10 adult beverages for summer. Craig essentially provides a summer adult beverages master class, while Ray is along for the ride. Fun book titled And a Bottle of Rum - A History of the New World in 10 Cocktails • Summer Adult Beverage Recipes from Craig Donofrio…

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Episode #113: Interviewing “The Gates of Hell” Author 40:22

12M ago40:22

40:22

Ray interviews Matthew Heise, the author of a powerful book titled The Gates of Hell: An Untold Story of Faith and Perseverance in the Early Soviet Union. Purchase The Gates of Hell right here. Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed paperbacks at RayKeatingOnline.com or paper…

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Episode #112: Angst and Enjoyment for “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” 9:55

1y ago9:55

9:55

While experiencing angst, Ray still gives a thumbs-up for “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.” Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed paperbacks at RayKeatingOnline.com or paperbacks, hardcovers and Kindle editions at Amazon.com. • Order The Weekly Economist II: 52 More Q…

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Episode #111: New Indiana Jones Reviews - Raiders, Temple of Doom, Last Crusade, and Kingdom of the Crystal Skull 17:50

1y ago17:50

17:50

Ray gets ready for “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” by watching the four great Indiana Jones films, and yes, it’s time to recognize “Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” as an excellent movie. Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed paperbacks at RayKeatingOnline.com or paperb…

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Episode #110: The Church and Social Media 26:59

1y ago26:59

26:59

Ray reflects on why the Christian Church should, for the most part, enthusiastically embrace social media as a tool for spreading the Good News. Indeed, it’s bewildering to think that the Church shouldn’t use this powerful tool for evangelizing and teaching. Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Lik…

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Episode #109: Guiding the Way to Clear Thinking on the Economy 33:32

1y ago33:32

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Ray talks about the new book – The Weekly Economist II: 52 More Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist – in his Weekly Economist series. Keating argues that often the best cure to misguided, ugly politics is sound economics. Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed pap…

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Episode #108: Father Robert Sirico Talks Parables and Economics 33:32

1y ago33:32

33:32

Ray welcomes back Father Robert Sirico to talk about his latest book The Economics of the Parables. As an economist sitting in the church pews, Ray long has been struck by how much Jesus talks about markets, trading, business, and investing in his parables, but he never quite heard anyone deal with this adequately, including explaining why, from th…

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Episode #107: Pentecost and the Holy Spirit’s Work 31:24

1y ago31:24

31:24

Is the Holy Spirit’s job to confuse or to comfort? Ray’s guest Pastor Brian Noack helps to clarify Pentecost and the work of the Holy Spirit. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Cathedral: An Alliance of Saint Michael Novel. Signed paperbacks and/or paperbacks, hardcovers and the Kindle edition at Amazon. • Order Ray’s latest novel – Under the Golden …

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Episode #106: Cathedrals and Episcopalians 26:37

1y ago26:37

26:37

A recent visit to the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., got Ray thinking about cathedrals, why they matter, the state of the National Cathedral, and the demise of the Episcopal Church. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Cathedral: An Alliance of Saint Michael Novel. Signed paperbacks and/or paperbacks, hardcovers and the Kindle edition at Amazo…

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Episode #105: Ideas & Fiction – No Real Difference Between Communism and Fascism 36:24

1y ago36:24

36:24

Ray Keating explores the idea that there is no real difference between communists and Nazis via excerpts from Cathedral: An Alliance of Saint Michael Novel and Under the Golden Dome: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Cathedral: An Alliance of Saint Michael Novel. Signed paperbacks and/or paperbacks, hardcovers and the K…

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Episode #104: Freedom, Notre Dame, the Church, Politics and a New Book 33:20

1y ago33:20

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Ray Keating talks about different aspects of his new book, Under the Golden Dome: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel, including why much of the book is set at the University of Notre Dame, and the ideas underlying the conflict in the story. Regarding that debate, much of it focuses on freedom of religion, and those who want to unite the Church and politi…

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Episode #103: Polling America 33:26

1+ y ago33:26

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Ray Keating looks at a variety of poll results that tell us a great about where Americans are on a host of issues, and he gets kind of depressed as a result. Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed paperbacks at RayKeatingOnline.com or paperbacks, hardcovers and Kindle edition…

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Episode #102: New Baseball Rules – Thumbs Up and Down 15:19

1+ y ago15:19

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Ray Keating looks at the major rule changes in Major League Baseball over the past two years, and offers his thumbs up and thumbs down. Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed paperbacks at RayKeatingOnline.com or paperbacks, hardcovers and Kindle editions at Amazon.com. • Cat…

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Episode #101: Guilty Pleasure of “Yellowstone” 29:29

1+ y ago29:29

29:29

Ray Keating started by watching the “Yellowstone” prequel “1883,” and now he’s ensnared in the “Yellowstone” universe. But why does he call it a “guilty pleasure”? In a rambling way, Ray explains. Consider books by Ray Keating… • Cathedral: An Alliance of Saint Michael Novel. Signed paperbacks and/or paperbacks, hardcovers and the Kindle edition at…

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Episode #100: The Economy, Policy and Looking Ahead 35:37

1+ y ago35:37

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Ray Keating doesn’t like what he sees on the economy and policy, and discusses what’s needed. Unfortunately, he doesn’t expect anyone to get policy pointed in a pro-growth direction. Consider books by Ray Keating… • The Weekly Economist: 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist.Signed paperbacks at RayKeatingOnline.com or paperbacks, hard…

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Episode #99: What Does “Evangelical Catholic” Mean? 58:07

1+ y ago58:07

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Ray Keating covers significant ground in an interview with Pastor Paul Sauer, but they mainly focus on a great daily devotional and what it means to be “evangelical catholic.” Visit the American Lutheran Publicity Bureau here, and check out For All the Saints: A Prayer Book For and By the Church. Ray Keating is the author of the Pastor Stephen Gran…

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Episode #98: A Mission Trip to Kenya 35:59

1+ y ago35:59

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Ray interviews Pastor Tim Brown about his recent mission trip to Kenya. Here are links to the groups mentioned by Pastor Tim Brown: 4KenyasKids at https://4kenyaskids.org Medical Mission Teams at https://www.medicalmissionteams.org And for more information, you can contact Pastor Brown at revtcbrown@att.net. Ray Keating is the author of the Pastor …

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Episode #97: Christmas Music – Sacred and Secular 40:13

1+ y ago40:13

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Ray turns to Craig Donofrio, pastor and co-host of The Mid-Modcast Podcast, to talk about and enjoy both sacred and secular Christmas music. Tune in to Craig Donofrio’s podcasts – The Mid-Modcast Podcast, For Your Radio Podcast, and the 1517 Blogcast. Also, listen to Craig’s Very Swanky Christmas playlist on Spotify. Ray Keating is the author of th…

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Episode #96: What’s the Deal with Advent? 26:40

1+ y ago26:40

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Pastor Brian Noack joins Ray to walk us through the season of Advent. Devotionals for Advent and beyond – For All the Saints: A Prayer Book For and By the Church and Treasury of Daily Prayer. Ray Keating is the author of the Pastor Stephen Grant thrillers and mysteries. The latest book is Persecution: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel. Get signed books …

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Episode #95: The Tradition of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 44:54

1+ y ago44:54

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Ray taps into Chris Lucas’ expertise on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – from its history to the 2022 extravaganza. Here’s a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Check out Chris Lucas’s book Top Disney: 100 Top Ten Lists of the Best of Disney, from the Man to the Mouse and Beyond. Ray Keating is the author of the Pastor Stephen Grant thril…

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Episode #94: How About a Triple-Dip on the Economy? 26:03

1+ y ago26:03

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A triple-dip sounds great if we’re talking desserts, but not recessions. Ray Keating is the author of the Pastor Stephen Grant thrillers and mysteries. Pre-order Persecution: A Pastor Stephen Grant Novel. Keating says, “I think Persecution might be the most action-packed of any of the Pastor Stephen Grant books so far.” Signed books at https://rayk…

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