Jeff Kassab is much smarter than Pelar Esshaki. Pelar Esshaki is much better looking than Jeff Kassab.
god bless, hosts, great podcast, awesome.
Listeners of Catholic Avengers that love the show mention:Jeff and Pelar continue the year of Virtue with a discussion about Prudence. As the foundation of all virtue, Pelar and Jeff break down what it is and how to gain prudence in your daily life. Also, Pelar bought a smoker and it was a total disaster.
Jeff and Pelar kick off the 2023 podcast season by introducing this year's theme of Virtue. They discuss the importance of virtue in our lives and break down how we can start to prepare ourselves to increase in virtue and holiness. If you have ever wondered what it meant to be a virtuous person or are wondering where to start to increase in virtue, this episode is a must listen.
Jeff and Pelar discuss the upcoming Michigan Proposal 3 and it's contents in detail. If you have any questions about this proposal and what if anything your faith has to do with your vote - don't miss this episode.
In this episode Jeff and Pelar tackle one of the most common Protestant complaints about Catholics - "Why do you pray to saints?". If you ever wondered how to combat this question, don't miss this podcast where Jeff lays out the dogmatic and scriptural backing behind our belief in relying on saints to intercede for us here on earth.
Jeff and Pelar address the common misconception that Hell is not real. By siting the Catechism, scripture and the lengths that Christ himself went to make the reality of Hell very clear to his disciples and us. They also address the common argument that a merciful God would never damn his beloved children to Hell. If you have ever had questions about Hell or wanted to know what's at stake on this earth, this is a can't miss episode. ----stay tuned for bloopers at the end.
Pelar and Jeff clarify one of the most challenged Dogmas of Catholic teaching - the existence of Purgatory. By diving into scripture and using simple logic to explain it's existence, Jeff blows Pelar's mind with the simplicity of this truth and the obvious answer to this question - Purgatory is real.
Jeff and Pelar dive into Church teaching about the Blessed Mother and what we actually believe as Catholics about her role in salvation history. The Assumption, Immaculate Conception, her title as the Mother of God and her Perpetual Virginity are covered in detail as well as Mary's role as the "New Eve". If you have a devotion to Mary but want to learn more about why we believe the things we do about her role in the church, this is a can't miss episode.
Jeff Kassab welcomes guest Co-Host Anes Kesto from the Salty Catholic to discuss the common Protestant stance that all we believe as Christians should be found in the bible. Jeff and Anes break down the Catholic church's teaching around the importance of the scripture as well as the Tradition and explain the self defeating logic of "Sola Scriptura".
Jeff and Pelar dive into the historical and biblical origins of the Papacy. If you've ever wondered why Catholics have a pope, and what his job is, don't miss this episode.
If you set a goal of growing in your faith in 2022, one of the most powerful things you can do is gain a better understanding of why we believe the things we do as Catholics. In 2022 Jeff and Pelar will take on a different topic each month. By December you will have a working knowledge of the most controversial apologetic topics of our faith and be poised to defend our faith against a world that hates it. In today's episode Jeff and Pelar shed some light on what Apologetics is and why every Catholic needs to dive in headfirst.
Tradition and scripture tell us a lot about Mary and for many Catholics, she is a foundational element of our faith. In this episode, Jeff and Pelar dive deep into the extraordinary acts of courage by our Blessed Mother and discuss how the lessons she teaches us by her actions of faith, humility and love in scripture, can change our lives forever. If you have a special devotion to Mary, or have wanted to grow closer to her - do not miss this episode.
Jeff and Pelar talk about the importance of being BOLD in our faith and the impact a Catholic life lived BOLDLY can have on the world.
Jeff and Pelar dive into the topic of Spiritual Healing and the immense grace we have access to in the sacrament of Confession. They break down common fears and objections to confession. If you have questions about what we believe about Confession or have been away from confession for a long while but feel drawn to it's power of healing, don't miss this episode.
In this month's episode, Pelar and Jeff talk about the central role that forgiveness plays in our faith and how if we are to live a life of joy and experience the fullness of our faith, being able to forgive is paramount.
Jeff and Pelar take on one of the most prominent and painful sins that has plagued our world since Adam and Eve. Pride and the pain it causes.
Pelar and Jeff dive into the duty we have as Catholics to defend the faith with humility.
The world preaches "Truth" at every corner, but seldom do we stop to think about what that word "Truth" means. Jeff and Pelar welcome special guest, Anes Kesto - host of "The Salty Catholic" podcast to discuss the meaning of "Truth" and the distractions in today's public discourse that water down it's meaning.
Living in a world so full of angst fear and anxiety, Jeff and Pelar discuss the true joy that our faith can bring us.
Pelar and Jeff discuss all the ways the devil tries to flirt with us in our lives and the impact of those temptations can have on our happiness.
With the recent wave of cancellations on some of our most precious childhood stories and toys, Pelar and Jeff tackle the question of whether or not Christians will soon be in the cross hairs, and if so - what should we do about it.
With a new administration in the White House, headed by the country's 2nd ever Catholic president, Pelar and Jeff discuss what it means to be "Liberal" in today's political landscape and what contradictions may arise between that viewpoint and the Catholic faith.
Pelar and Jeff discuss spiritual dryness and how it impacts every Christian. They share their own experiences and what works for them in their lives.
On this episode Pelar and Jeff talk about how hard it can be to trust God in this current climate.
Jeff and Pelar discuss Morality and the importance of discernment in the chaos of today's world. As usual, they go out of their way to make fun of each other in between making deep spiritual arguments.
Catholic Avengers #4 - How will this civil unrest impact Catholics and our church? by Catholic Avengers
Father Pierre joins Pelar and Jeff to discuss the current conversation about racism that is happening in society.
Jeff Kassab and Pelar Esshaki talk about the role that God is playing during these strange times.
Jeff Kassab and Pelar Esshaki host the first episode of the Genesis 4:9 Men's group podcast. In this episode Jeff and Pelar discuss the Eucharist. The importance it has played in their lives and the importance it plays in the Catholic Church.