A Faith-Full Life

This episode, we head into the woods for a camping trip with friends and encounter bears… oh my! We laugh ourselves silly at a Tim Hawkins show, talk about our family vacation at the coast, and review Ant Man and the Wasp, Christopher Robin, and a surprise board game. We discuss the current sex abuse scandal in the Church and… Read more The post AFFL #048 And Bears… Oh My! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Done properly, parenting is a heroic act… Welcome to AFFL #047! We catch up on our life, and talk about some of the big summer movies including Avengers Infinity War and The Incredibles 2 and get into Chris Pratt's acceptance speech for the MTV Generation Award. We talk about beginning formation for the diaconate and ask, “What does a deacon… Read more The post AFFL #047 Done Properly… appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Join us for AFFL #046 Wrapping up 2017 With A Wedding! We catch up on the big events (like our son's wedding!) and also reminisce about trips to Bend, Oregon and Milwaukee, a Murder Mystery dinner, a Burns Night Supper, helping the kids move (3 times in 3 months!) and spending time with family from the East Coast. We talk… Read more The post AFFL #046 Wrapping Up 2017 With A Wedding appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Coasting? We catch the eclipse, and meet up at the Oregon Coast in Pacific City for a week with the rest of the Crawford Family. We visit some lighthouses, catch some crabs, and paint with Bob? Logan experiences “real life” while we're away on vacation, and we discuss some books we are currently reading along with the potential advantages of… Read more The post AFFL #045 Coasting appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Playin' with cats and enjoying the Summer. We introduce you to our new kitty, go to a Brad Paisley concert, catch up on CEU's, and hang out at Lake Tahoe. We review Spider Man Homecoming, The Mummy, Baby Driver, Inside Llewyn Davis, and Under the Shadow. “There is a temptation which perennially besets every spiritual journey and pastoral work: that… Read more The post AFFL #044 Playin' With Cats appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Hello…It's been a few days. We catch up on the last six months, and bring you reviews of the new Wonder Woman movie, the Nintendo Switch, and the Legend of Zelda. We also discuss the surprising conversion of the Bible Answer Man, offer a surprising product endorsement, and talk about new ministry directions for us.   Links to topics discussed… Read more The post AFFL #043 Hello…It's Been a Few Days appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Welcome to the Christmas Show! Tune in for a very special announcement!! We catch up on Thanksgiving, home projects, our anniversary, and the election. We review Dr. Strange, The Arrival, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Pete's Dragon, and Kubo and the Two Strings. We review the Echo Dot, Hue motion sensor, and Star Shower (As Seen On TV!).… Read more The post AFFL #042 The Christmas Show appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We ease into fall by spending Labor Day weekend with the family at Raging Waters and heading to the fair. Adam goes to Nashville, and the youth group heads to Six Flag's Discovery Kingdom for On Fire. We talk about Mother Teresa's canonization, what makes someone a saint, and praying the divine office. We review Hell or High Water, The Magnificent Seven,… Read more The post AFFL #041 Easing Into Fall appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Our most jam packed episode yet! We experience the beauty of Yosemite and Missy and Ethan head to Kraków Poland for World Youth Day! We get political with the American Solidarity Party and prepare to cut the cord. We give you our reviews of Star Trek Beyond, Ghost Busters, Suicide Squad, and the current Poké craze. We also review the Hulu… Read more The post AFFL #040 World Youth Day appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We catch up on our life over the last two months, including Logan's graduation and having his wisdom teeth removed. Seth completes his Rite of Passage in Bend, and we take a spur of the moment trip to Crater Lake. We celebrate Independence Day, Missy's birthday, Adam's birthday, and the beauty of Lake Tahoe! Our priest, Father Mike, retires and we get a new priest,… Read more The post AFFL #039 Alright, Alright, Alright! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We talk about our Mexican Cruise with Logan and Adam's parents, rotting pumpkin heads, producing solar energy, preparations for graduation, and more! We review the Jungle Book, The Huntsman – Winter's War, Roku, and Weber grills. We also talk about California's Assisted Death Law and our perspective as Christians. La Bufadora Video Zip Line Catalina Video Subscribe to the show… Read more The post AFFL #038 Cruisin'! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

At the movies – with Adam and Logan! We review a bunch of movies (The Revenant, 10 Cloverfield Ln., Batman v Superman), some games (Assassin's Creed Black Flag, UFC 2), and catch up on some breaking news. We also talk about Easter and the second season of Daredevil. Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you… Read more The post AFFL #037 At the Movies with Adam and Logan appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We're back in the saddle! We catch up on the last two months, talk about the holidays, essential oils, and finishing construction. We review Star Wars The Force Awakens, Little Boy, The Minions Movie, and we pan Pan. We talk about the Year of Mercy and the seven corporal works of mercy. We also review the PS4 and Duolingo. Links to… Read more The post AFFL #036 Back in the Saddle appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We discuss home automation devices (the home of tomorrow!) and their benefit for people with disabilities. “Every disabled person has the right to have his or her handicap compensated as far as possible by aids with the same technological standard as those we all use in our everyday lives.” Dr. Per Uddén founder of Permobil. We celebrate our 22nd wedding anniversary,… Read more The post AFFL #035 The Home of Tomorrow appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We enjoy some Fall family fun with apple orchards, pumpkin patches, and pumpkin carving contests at our good friends the Gray's house. We review Disney's Tomorrowland and the second season of The Flash. We also discuss the conclusion of the Synod on the Family and what the results may be for Catholic teaching. Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let… Read more The post AFFL #034 Fall Family Fun appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Life gets a little rough and we go into survival mode. We discuss humble parenting and answer questions about the Pope and his visit to the US. Movie reviews for Everest and The Martian, and a brief review of the fall TV lineup. Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us a… Read more The post AFFL #033 Survival appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

School starts along with high school football for both our freshman and senior! We buy a new car, have a pool party for the Squires, and have guests come to visit. We celebrate the Feast of St. Aidan and discuss the Catholic doctrine of the communion of saints. Summer Movie Review with Mad Max Fury Road, Mission Impossible Rogue Nation, The Man… Read more The post AFFL #032 Communion of Saints appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

My interview with Mary Graham from Real Life Radio's program Living Witnesses. We discuss my conversion story, Church history, the intersection of science and faith, and putting the pieces of the puzzle together. Links to items discussed on the show: Real Life Radio Living Witnesses with Mary Graham Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving… Read more The post AFFL #031 Living Witnesses appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

After missing all of July – we're back! We talk 4th of July, Adam's birthday, a mission trip to San Francisco and the Oregon Coast. We share our reviews for Inside Out, San Andreas, Terminator Genisys, Ant-Man, and the Apple Watch. We talk about the SCOTUS decision on gay marriage and discuss Planned Parenthood selling babies organs. Summertime means that… Read more The post AFFL #030 Summertime! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Three graduations! St. Louis and the City Museum, camping, and a night in Havana! Following Sesame Street's lead, we review two movies starting with the letter “J” – Jupiter Ascending and Jurassic World! We discuss radical gender reassignment surgery, the miracle of the ordination, and changing the date of Easter?! St. Louis City Museum Amazon Echo The Miracle of the… Read more The post AFFL #029 Graduations Galore! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We talk Memorial Day, impromptu barbecues, unique raised garden beds, track finales, and the flu. We review Catch Me If You Can, and discuss the Machete Order for watching the Star Wars saga! We also talk about the feast of the holy Trinity and what role our emotions, intellect, and will should play in our faith life. Stock Tank Garden… Read more The post AFFL #028 Stock Tank Gardens appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Mother's Day and Missy's birthday, a visit from the in-laws, and a new monthly spot at the New Evangelizers website. We review Avengers: Age of Ultron, God's Not Dead, and talk about the problems with Christian movies and media. We discuss the Pew research poll and discuss the decline of Christianity and the rise of the “nones”. New Evangelizers ”THE… Read more The post AFFL #027 God's Not Dead?! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Ethan's Confirmation, a week spent with my folks, and a late night power wheelchair repo are all on the docket for this week! We share some great news about our friend Christine and go to the Sacramento Highland Games. Is it just me or is my wife sporting a mustache in this photo?!! We talk about, The Miracle Maker, A.D. The… Read more The post AFFL #026 Temporal Loops and Men in Kilts appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We discuss the Triduum, Easter, and the three C's that mark us as Christians! We share a couple of AFFL promo spots, and review a ton of movies including Cinderella, Into the Woods, Unbroken, and The Good Lie. We talk home energy efficiency, and also respond to some feedback – sorry Norm! Make sure and check out the video of Ethan's… Read more The post AFFL #025 Easter! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

An interview with Norm from the Catholic social networking site Awestruck. We discuss his site and the role of the Church in engaging people through modern means of communication. We review Matt Maher's new album and talk about going to the Rock and Worship Roadshow. Moles! Track Meets! Ethan's Birthday and St. Patrick's Day Brownies! Guacamole! Teenage insurance woes! Too much good stuff!… Read more The post AFFL #024 Awestruck! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Logan takes over as co-host for this week's show and he talks about taking his driving test and the St. Patrick's Day Dinner and Dance. We talk about petitioning for a new Chief for Clan Crawford and the upcoming Highland Games. We review the movie Saving Mr. Banks, discuss our Lenten journeys, and Logan reflects back on his entry into the… Read more The post AFFL #023 The Logan and Adam Show appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We talk Oscar winners, catch up on Valentine's Day and our trip to Half-Moon Bay for Ash Wednesday. Adam shares about his trip to Nashville and we talk about 40 Days of Life and issues of autonomy vs. dependence. 40 Days For Life Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us a rating… Read more The post AFFL #022 And The Oscar Goes To… appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

On this week's show we talk board games and shadow puppets, and discuss fitness apps for helping you stay in shape. We review the movies American Sniper, Big Hero 6, and Boyhood. We also talk about Lenten disciplines and the difference between disciplines of engagement and disciplines of abstinence. Check out the new logo and let us know what you think!… Read more The post AFFL #021 Shadow Puppets and Board Games appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Logan takes flight lessons and Missy goes along for the ride. We discuss the Superbowl and Superbowl ads. We review a couple of podcasts and a catch up on a few movies – Monuments Men, Divergent, and The Boxtrolls. Adam shares a couple of new podcasts he is listening to and we also discuss what to do with family members who want nothing… Read more The post AFFL #020 Taking Flight! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We celebrate Burns Night, eat some Haggis, drink some Scotch, and read some poetry. Missy finally shares the story of how she came to the Catholic Church! Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us a rating and review! Share us with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, or even by good old fashioned… Read more The post AFFL #019 Haggis and Missy's Conversion Story appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Fasting and diets in the new year, the role of technology in our lives, and an invitation to Echo. A countdown of Adam's top 10 blog article stinkers of 2014. A review of the movie The Equalizer starring Denzel Washington, some books that Adam is reading, and we discuss the mini-series Agent Carter. We end the show discussing the statement,… Read more The post AFFL #018 Making Good on Resolutions! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

We wrap up Christmas on the feast of the Epiphany, talk about the feast of seven fishes on Christmas eve, and attending midnight Mass. We share what gifts we got (and gave) and also talk about the feast of the holy family. We make a pilgrimage to find Mary, talk about New Years eve, have a Settlers of Catan game… Read more The post AFFL #017 Out With The Old… appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Merry Christmas from the Crawford Clan! Christmas gifts, choirs, and Christmas movies. Christmas parties and dances, white elephant gifts, and ugly sweaters. Trying to find Mary… The Interview, and Kim somebody in North Korea freaks out. Review of the movie Exodus: Gods and Kings. Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us… Read more The post AFFL #016 ‘Tis the Season appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Taking Christ out of Christmas and putting Mass back in Christmas. We discuss the immaculate conception and holy days of obligation. Our natural disaster of the week, and movie reviews for Gone Girl, John Wick, and The Giver. Apps and software reviews for Injustice: Gods Among Us, Tweeting with God, and Verbum. Mark Wheeler | Logos Bible Software Direct Line… Read more The post AFL #015 Putting Mass Back In Christmas appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Music review of country artist Sturgill Simpson, Catholic Thanksgiving facts, and the Dumb Cluck Awards! Boise State game and a review of the 2015 Toyota Sienna AWD minivan. Family drama, and living at peace with others; Advent reflections, and audio feedback from Mississippi! Sturgill Simpson Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us… Read more The post AFFL #014 Turkeys and Dumb Clucks appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Alex Meyer from Nelson Treehouse and Supply comes on the show and talks tree houses, Blade Runner, Miami Vice, Edward James Olmos, bagpipes, and submarines. We also touch on the inevitability of death and following your bliss. @buildalexbuild Nelson Treehouse and Supply TreeHouse Point Treehouse Masters Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by… Read more The post AFFL #013 Masters of the Treehouse (and maybe the Universe) appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Septic tank issues, football playoffs with a special guest, and a very unique game show. We talk about Seth's pyramid project, we review the movie Interstellar, and discuss some great audio feedback questions about Samson and euthanasia. National Catholic Bioethics Center The Metaphysics of Interstellar Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us… Read more The post AFFL #012 It All Runs Downhill… appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Welcome to a special all Niece edition of the show! We share some audio feedback, give our audience what they want, and conclude our interview with Christine. Christine's daughter Samantha also shares some of her thoughts. EDIT: I've done what I can to boost the audio levels for the interview (Christine and Samantha's voices) – I think it is easier to… Read more The post AFFL #011 Niece Edition! Part 3 Of Our Interview With Christine – The Wrap Up appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

The real Adam's Family! A pumpkin carving contest, Halloween, and trick or treating with the kids. All Hallows and All Souls Day in the liturgical calendar. Ethan's confirmation class, retreat, and the Dynamic Catholic ministry. We discuss Brittany Maynard's death and the Catechism's teaching on suicide. Part 2 of Christine's interview. Matthew Kelly, Dynamic Catholic – Confirmation Material Subscribe to… Read more The post AFFL #010 All Hallows, All Souls, and the REAL Adam's Family! Part 2 of our Interview with Christine appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Part one of our interview with Christine on end of life issues and suffering. A shooting rampage and school lockdown, homecoming dance, a trip to Reno, a movie review for Fury and your feedback! Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us a rating and review! Share us with your friends on… Read more The post AFFL #009 An Interview with Christine Part 1 appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

On the show we talk forest fires, support from our community and friends, and going dress shopping for the Homecoming dance. We review Transformers Age of Extinction and add a phone line to allow you to call and leave audio feedback! We also discuss Brittany Maynard, dying with dignity, and the choice to die. Links: On the So-Called “Choice-in-Dying” Trent Horn The Joy… Read more The post AFFL #008 Wildfire Central and the Choice to Die appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Teenage romance, cousin Daniel comes for a visit and a slice of apple pie, and we talk about our favorite books and vasectomy reversals! Jack London ~ The God of His Fathers – MP3 and Text Getting Fixed ~ A Reversal of Conviction Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us a… Read more The post AFFL #007 Apple Pie and Vasectomy Reversals appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Storm Troopers, MDA Walk, Fall TV Season, Dueling Reviews, and how to “put on Christ” by doing good, being good, and remaining good. Which review was best? Vote Here! Subscribe to the show at iTunes, or Stitcher, and let us know what you think by giving us a rating and review! Share us with your friends on Facebook, Twitter, or even by good… Read more The post AFFL #006 Dueling Reviews & Fall TV Preview appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

Join us as we talk about a recent road trip to Boise Idaho, a four car pile-up in a carwash, the invention of podcasting, and some big forest fires near us. We also review the movie Ragamuffin, talk about Rich Mullins, and discuss the importance of “feeling” close to God. Head on over to iTunes, subscribe to the show and give us a… Read more The post AFFL #005 A Pilgrimage to Rome appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

On this special edition of the show we roll out the audio from the interview with Gus Lloyd detailing Adam's conversion story on Seize the Day (Catholic Channel 129 Sirius/XM) during Gus' Conversion Corner Segment. Enjoy this exclusive “Director's Cut” edition for AFFL podcast subscribers only! Gus Lloyd's website Head on over to iTunes, subscribe to the show, and please, give us… Read more The post AFFL #004 Adam's Conversion Story w/Gus Lloyd on Seize the Day appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

On this episode we talk about the differences between Catholic and Protestant prayer, review the movie Captain America Winter Soldier, share your feedback, and catch up on what's been happening during the last week including Adam's interview on Seize the Day with Gus Lloyd. We end by discussing the persecution of Christians in Iraq by ISIS and encourage believers everywhere to… Read more The post AFFL #003 Livin' on a Prayer appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

In this episode we finish our conversation on the doctrine of Purgatory, ask for your feedback in a short survey, talk football and priorities with Logan, and share Missy's near death experience! Late Addition – We are live on iTunes!  Click on this iTunes link to download and subscribe, and please take a moment to like us!! Take our short two-question survey! Is… Read more The post AFFL #002 Football Season! appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.

In our first ever podcast we introduce ourselves, share a little bit about our faith and our family, and discuss C.S. Lewis's book The Great Divorce.  We talk about the Catholic doctrine of purgatory and take a look at what the Catechism has to say about it.  Send us your feedback at podcast@afaith-fulllife.com and let us know what you think!! The… Read more The post AFFL #001 Welcome to the Show! (And Purgatory) appeared first on A Faith-Full Life.