Depression, Sexism in the Church, Candy During Lent, and Posting on Facebook

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Depression, Sexism in the Church, Candy During Lent, and Posting on Facebook33:58

11m ago33:58

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Fr. Josh answers questions about why God allows depression, sexism in the Church, choosing a good Lenten sacrifice, and posting religious images and quotes on social media. To view the shownotes for this episode, go to ascensionpress.com/askfrjosh and click on today's episode. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us ...…

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Be My Guest: Jeff Cavins, Activated Discipleship, and Catholic Swag42:03

7d ago42:03

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Fr. Josh interviews Jeff Cavins on his new book, The Activated Disciple, and how to be a true disciple of Christ. They also discuss Jeff’s journey to the Catholic Faith, being a fan of Jesus versus being a follower of Jesus, cultivating a real relationship with the person of Jesus Christ, and how to share the gospel with others. Snippet from th ...…

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Ash Wednesday, Dress Code for Mass, and Downplaying Mortal Sins During Confession33:20

14d ago33:20

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Fr. Josh answers questions about wearing ashes in public on Ash Wednesday, what to wear at daily Mass vs. Sunday Mass, and how detailed we need to be about mortal sins during confession. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podca ...…

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Do Pets Go to Heaven, Family Conflict, and Honor Thy Father and Mother31:40

21d ago31:40

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Today, Fr. Josh answers questions about if pets go to heaven, what to do if conflict begins to grow in a family, and how to honor your father and mother as an adult. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snippet f ...…

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Saint Icons, Feeling Unwelcome at Church, and the War on Drugs38:55

28d ago38:55

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Today, Fr. Josh answers questions about why it seems that the majority of saint icons are European in appearance, how to approach visiting Catholic churches, and the criminalization of marijuana in the “war on drugs.” If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question ...…

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Catholic Dating, How Far is Too Far Before Marriage, and Spiritual Intimacy30:05

1M ago30:05

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In this Valentines Day special, Fr. Josh answers questions about feeling invisible in the Catholic dating scene, how far is too far before marriage—especially in regards to kissing—and spiritual intimacy when not married. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your quest ...…

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Are Tattoos a Sin, the Covington Catholic Controversy, and Arguments Between Priests and Parish Staff32:30

1M ago32:30

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Fr. Josh tells us if getting tattoos are a sin, and gives his personal thoughts on the incident involving the Covington Catholic High School student, and offers advice on how to approach disagreements between a priest and the parish office staff. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com ...…

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Eucharistic Adoration, Mary’s Perpetual Virginity, Single Moms, and Children Questioning the Catholic Faith36:14

2M ago36:14

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Fr. Josh answers questions about what to do in Eucharistic Adoration, why Mary and Joseph did not consummate their marriage, if single moms can practice the Catholic Faith, and how to help children who are questioning the Catholic Faith. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may ...…

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Spending the Night, Humility, the Paranormal, and Same Sex Adoption44:04

2M ago44:04

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Fr. Josh answers questions about whether or not spending the night together before marriage is OK, what true humility looks like, if Catholics believe in paranormal activity, and how to evangelize to friends who believe same sex adoption is good. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com ...…

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Pray for Our Priests1:30

2M ago1:30

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This week, Fr. Josh is at a priest conference with his diocese trying to grow and experience renewal in his priesthood. He invites you to pray for the priests of Baton Rouge so their hearts may be set on fire by our Lord to live holy lives and become saints. Snippet from the Show: They need your prayers, they need you to intercede for them to b ...…

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Episode 35: Divorce, God’s Wrath in the Old Testament, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass40:32

2M ago40:32

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Fr. Josh answers questions about how to pray to God after a divorce, why God in the Old Testament is full of wrath yet in the New Testament he is full of mercy, and why only Catholic priests can consecrate the host into Jesus’ body, blood, soul, and divinity. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascen ...…

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Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God12:42

3M ago12:42

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Visit www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh to view the show notes for every episode. God the Father created each and every one of us for no other reason than because he desires for us to become saints. The greatest saint that God ever created is the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God. She desires us to join her in heaven and worship the Father ...…

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Merry Christmas!2:48

3M ago2:48

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Fr. Josh wishes you a Merry Christmas and sings a few songs.By Ascension.

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Finding Meaning in Life, Christmas Presents, and Helping Children Discern their Vocation28:02

3M ago28:02

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Fr. Josh answers questions about finding meaning in life while suffering, meaningful Christmas gift suggestions, and how to help your children discern their vocations. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snippet ...…

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Praying the Paul VI Rosary18:22

3M ago18:22

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Today’s episode is a special episode on prayer where Fr. Josh actually invites you to pull out your rosary and pray with him. The Rosary is one of the most powerful prayers we can pray as a disciple of Jesus. Fr. Josh guides you through the mystery of the Agony in the Garden in the style Pope St. Paul VI recommends. So make a cup of coffee, lig ...…

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The Big Bang, Examination of Conscience, and Overcoming Mortal Sins42:23

3M ago42:23

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Fr. Josh answers questions about the Catholic perspective on the Big Bang, how to find a thorough examination of conscience for confession, and ways to overcome mortal sins. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! I ...…

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Addicted to Social Media, Helping the Homeless, and Communion on the Tongue33:44

4M ago33:44

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If listening on your phone, scroll down to "Chapters" to automatically jump to your favorite questions! Glory Story (2:28) Listener Feedback (6:41) Helping the Homeless (10:00) Communion on the Tongue (15:55) Addicted to Social Media (22:02) Universal Points (30:17)By Ascension.

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Admonishing the Sinner, Regretting Abortion, and Marriage in Heaven29:12

4M ago29:12

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Fr. Josh answers questions about approaching a loved one about a sin without sounding judgmental, finding peace and forgiveness after an abortion, and the Church’s teaching on marriage in heaven. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcom ...…

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Voting, Spiritual Direction, and Fasting41:39

4M ago41:39

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Fr. Josh answers questions about voting when not one candidate’s platform aligns totally with Catholic teaching, how to discern finding a spiritual director, and the correct way to approach fasting. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an up ...…

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Sacramentals, Circumcision, and Time Off Purgatory43:20

5M ago43:20

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Fr. Josh answers questions about the difference between sacramentals and being superstitious, whether or not Catholics should practice circumcision on their children, and if earthly suffering can shorten our time in purgatory before we go to heaven. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress. ...…

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Episode 24: Halloween, Children at Mass, and Maid of Honor30:47

5M ago30:47

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Fr. Josh answers questions about dressing up in costumes for Halloween, what to do when you have fussy children at Mass, and how to choose a maid of honor for a wedding. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snipp ...…

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Distractions in Prayer, Alcoholic Spouses, and Racism in the Church36:52

5M ago36:52

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Fr. Josh answers questions about being distracted and easily bored by daily prayer, what to do if your spouse is a verbally abusive alcoholic, and how to respond to racism in the church. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podca ...…

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An Invitation to Pray3:48

5M ago3:48

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Money, Chronic Pain, Discerning the Priesthood30:07

6M ago30:07

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Fr. Josh answers questions about money, full time jobs and benefits, how to unite chronic pain with Jesus’ pain, and tips for discerning the priesthood. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snippet from the Show ...…

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Cannibalism, Cremation, and Sinful Priests32:52

6M ago32:52

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Fr. Josh answers questions about why Catholics are not cannibals even though we consume the body and blood of Jesus, why burial is preferable to cremation and spreading ashes, and why the sacraments are still valid (in most cases) even if a priest is corrupt and sinful. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askf ...…

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The Pill, Choosing Godparents, and Loneliness37:49

6M ago37:49

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Fr. Josh answers questions about taking the birth control pill for health issues, choosing holy godparents, and dealing with an overwhelming loneliness. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snippet from the Show ...…

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Working Moms, Quitting Smoking, and Can We Lose Our Salvation34:54

6M ago34:54

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Fr. Josh answers questions about the Catholic teaching on salvation, how to quit smoking, and struggles with being a working mother. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snippet from the Show Love only invites. L ...…

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Lust, Reading Scripture, Lying, and Jehovah’s Witnesses37:15

6M ago37:15

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Fr. Josh answers questions about struggling with lustful thoughts, guidance on how to read Scripture, if lying is ever OK, and what to do when Jehovah’s Witnesses knock on your door. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast e ...…

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Virgin Mary, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), and Discerning Vocation while Experiencing Same-Sex Attraction37:47

7M ago37:47

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