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Catholic Order of Foresters is a Catholic fraternal benefit society dedicated to helping members achieve financial security through life insurance while supporting the Catholic community through fraternal outreach. For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org o…

Catholic Order of Foresters


    • Feb 8, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 33 EPISODES


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    Ep 33. Conversations with Connor

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 34:10


    There have been some changes here at the Catholic Order of Foresters, but we are so excited to have Connor McEleney join us as a part of the podcast team! Learn more about the saints and member engagement opportunities here at COF on this month's episode.   Contact Connor For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 32 Graced with a Guest

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 42:58


    ICU nurse to be and philosopher-in-training, Grace Schaefer joins us on this month's podcast to discuss science, faith and we even dive into some Covid reflections. Michael and Kaitlynrose are still here with all your member engagement updates and feel-good facts as well! Grab your cocoa and listen in.  Daily Sports Smile: Lawrence Guy provides over $40,000 in baby supplies to local mothers in need (usatodaysportsplus.com) Twins marry on same day and give the cutest nod to their First Holy Communion (aleteia.org)   For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep 31. To Save 1000 Souls

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 38:50


    Happy month of All Souls and All Saints! We've got some bonus saint content this episode along with some exciting updates and lots of ideas as to how you can still give back to your community this year!  The 10 Countries With The Most Catholics | uCatholic Northbrook woman gives 'Wheel of Fortune' a spin, donates winnings to Misericordia (dailyherald.com)   For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep 30. The Pro-life Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 62:15


    Please welcome Kavanaugh to this month's podcast! Kavanaugh Kohls is a graduate student at U of I (Illinois) who is active in the Pro-Life movement and passionate about the Green Bay Packers. Listen up to learn how you can assist in the Pro-Life movement and enjoy some COF Podcast favorites.   Meet COF at the March!   A New Gianna Beretta Molla? This Modern Italian Mother Is One Step Closer to Sainthood (catholicnewsagency.com)   March for Life Chicago   For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 29 Let‘s Talk Life Insurance

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 38:41


    Jay Sweeney, Manager of Professional Development here at Catholic Order of Foresters, join us to discuss all things life insurance and how important that is to have. We still have your favorite classic segments as well, but this episode is sure to be a thinker about your future plans.    Spirituality Tap-in FGC Grant Disabled Children Saved from Afghanistan Miracle on I-55  For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 28 Kudos from Katlyn

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 37:28


    There is so much positivity to share on this month's episode that we are brimming with charcuterie boards of cheer! We've got saints, we've got member mentions, we've got some personal announcements, and we've got more where that came from. Listen in!   To learn more about the Member Forum, visit https://www.catholicforester.org/membership/member-forum   To RSVP for the Member Forum, visit https://cofmemberforum.rsvpify.com/

    Ep. 27 Halfway Through, and So Much New!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 42:47


    We're back! Last month called for a hiatus from the podcast because of all the exciting things happening at COF. The Fraternal Outreach team is so excited to share many new projects, updates (including a name change) and more! So, grab your coffee, walking shoes or remember to drive safely and listen in to learn what's shaking at Catholic Order of Foresters. RSVP for Member Forum here!   For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 26 Brushing Up with a Special Guest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 41:54


    Welcome, Monica Skrzypczak to this month's episode! Monica is the owner, operator and artist at Outpouring of Trust.  She joins us to discuss Catholicism, art, business and everything in between! We could not be more excited for this episode (don't worry, we kept your favorite saint stories and Feeding God's Children updates too).  Outpouring of Trust Instagram Outpouring of Trust YouTube Outpouring of Trust Facebook

    Ep. 25 Bloodlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 34:42


    April's episode is full of fun facts about Catholic Order of Foresters, our team, and the saints. Are you ready to be inspired by our featured Feeding God's Children events and the work of Catholics around the world? Tune in and buckle up! Blue Nun Fun Run For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 24 Hungry for Soups and Sanctification

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 36:01


    The Fraternal Outreach team is back! We're here to supply you with saint stories, fish fry feelings, and good news goosebumps. Your favorite Member Mentions and Feeding God's Children updates are included as well!  Home | St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 23 Be Like Mike

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 37:07


    Michael Deering joins the Fraternal Outreach Team this month for the podcast! Learn about Michael, his role at Catholic Order of Foresters, and more. Feel free to laugh along - we just hope it's with us (not at us). Your favorite feel-good facts and member mentions make an appearance and we talk lent...because it's right around the corner.  For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 22 Resolving to be Uncomfortable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2021 39:35


    Do you feel as refreshed as we do? Listen to the first Catholic Order of Foresters podcast of 2021! In this episode, we discuss sacrificing creature comforts, New Year's resolutions, and some very impressive members. Discover how we rose above to continue to serve in 2020 and more.  The Year of St. Joseph For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 21 Christmas with Catholic Order of Foresters

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 38:48


    It's the most wonderful time of the year!! Join the Fraternal Outreach Team as they discuss their favorite Christmas traditions, celebratory service ideas, and seasonal feel-good facts. Listen to learn more about Fraternal Outreach workshops and what makes our members great. Check out the cover image to see Kaitlynrose's somehow still standing Christmas tree!Carmelite Convent ConstructionFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.What Child Is This by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Artist: http://audionautix.com/

    Ep. 20 "A Vocation for the Many"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 41:08


    Happy All Souls' month! We're back with saints, Feeding God's Children stories, and member mentions. In this episode, you'll hear more about gratitude, and we reflect on the "good" this year has brought. We are excited for you to listen and reach out to tell us what you're thankful for! The ChosenFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 19 Good and Godly, it's time to get pod-ly!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 36:59


    The October podcast is here! Join the Fraternal Outreach Team to hear about God moments (or, as they fondly call them, "God-incidences"), Feeding God's Children, and Godly people. To learn more about the What's Hours is Yours Campaign, please contact the team at outreach@catholicforester.org or 630-527-4996. Sr. Clare Crockett DocumentaryFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 18 No Excuses

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 39:46


    There are no excuses for you not to listen to this month's Fraternal Outreach Team Podcast! Join us as we discuss crucifixation, the Iowa derecho, and some very impressive nuns. You do not want to miss out. COF's Response to the DerechoBoxing NunsFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 17 St. Monica to Mayo and Back Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 41:21


    Summer may be winding down, but the Fraternal Outreach Team never does! Nick is back to talk about our favorite soon-to-be saint, while we give some National Convention and Feeding God's Children updates.Set up your hammock, relax, and listen to the August edition below!For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 16: Blessed Stanley Rother, Pray for us!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 43:25


    In this episode of the Catholic Order of Foresters Fraternal Outreach Team Podcast, we discuss our favorite soon-to-be saint! Blessed Stanley Rother was a COF member and is quickly climbing the ladder to canonization. Learn more about his life by listening to this episode and checking out this short film.Brick House in the City Path to Canonization InfographicYour favorite member mentions and good news stories appear in this episode as well! For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 15: Skulls and Chivalry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 31:49


    You've heard chivalry is dead, but who really killed it?Loaded with Kaitlynrose's "Fun Facts", this episode is packed with the story of St. John Fischer, thriving FGC stories, and some good news we've all been looking for.Interested in a skull for your desk and learning about Memento Mori? Click here! Blessed Stanley Window South Dakota Spreads the WealthFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 14: Around the World in 38 Minutes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 38:31


    No, your settings are correct. We kick off this episode with a little international flair and travel through some great saint stories! Lots of laughs are shared as the Fraternal Outreach Team discusses the fortitude of our membership and our hopes for the future. Listen and let us know who you would want on your Zoom call!Click below to learn more about these topics:St. Peter ClaverSt. Guiseppe Moscati MovieSts. Cyril and MethodiusJJ Watt Zoom BombDonations to Coronavirus ReliefPope's Shout-Out to ArtistsFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 13 The Covid Chronicles

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 34:14


    Who's that new voice on the podcast? Listen up and meet guest team member Nick Sentovich! Nick takes us through a new program here at COF, we talk about how we're continuing to do good and we hear the life of St. Louis de Montfort, all from the comfort of our own homes! This is definitely a different version of our podcast, but we made sure to keep some fan-favorite segments.Click below to learn more about these featured topics:St. Louis de Montfort Tornado ResponseSisters servingFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 12: Pray or Prey?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 41:21


    It is already our March episode! Tune in as we discuss Feeding God's Children t-shirts, Kaitlynrose's survival tactics, and the growth of the communion of saints in the Catholic Church. Want to know more about the National Convention or some strong female saints of the church? Listen here! (This episode was recorded on March 4, 2020.)Saints Perpetua and Felicity: Read more here! Feel Good Facts: Venerable Carlo Acutis  Venerable Carlo's Website (click here)Dominican's New HospitalFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 11: COF Goes to the Movies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 33:46


    In this month's episode, we dive into the martyrdom of St. Jose Sanchez del Rio which was the inspiration behind the film For Greater Glory. This takes a turn into other film depictions of martyrs and eventually lands us on superheroes and what our dream superpowers would be. Take a listen and let us know which power you'd pick! Other films, comics and tv shows mentioned:Silence, A Hidden Life, The Green Mile, Braveheart, Hell Boy, Mystique, The Good PlaceCatholic NetflixGood News Stories: Pope Opens Palace to the Homeless Mount St. Mary New DormsFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 10: Better Year. Better You. Better Cheddar.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2020 32:17


    Happy New Year! The Fraternal Outreach Team + Brad discuss New Year's Resolutions, our amazing members, and how we can continue to serve in 2020. Learn more about Brad's favorite snack food, St. John Bosco, and mathematical meal packs!St. John BoscoFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.

    Ep. 9: Let a Little Light in

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2019 36:41


    As we prepare to enter the Christmas season, we discuss our traditions, gratitudes and sweet treats. Family fun and some favorite events are topics as well!E-Rosary Sr. StephanieFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.What Child Is This by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

    Ep. 8: Holy Trombones, Batman!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2019 37:18


    In celebration of All Saints Day, we bring you this saint-packed episode featuring our Senior Graphic Designer Brad. We dive into Kim and Kanye's conversion and swing a mean trombone. For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Theme music by Alison Mink.  

    Ep. 7: Would You Sit on a Saint?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 33:33


    Tune in this month for a discussion of mental prayer and miracles, briefly featuring Katlyn's sister! For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Theme music by Alison Mink.

    Ep. 6: Angelic Armies Are Real

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 28:22


    Some might call this month's episode angelic. Take a listen and hear about angels, athletes and the autumn FGC challenge! Leave us a comment letting us know your favorite part, and follow us here on SoundCloud to stay up-to-date with all future episodes.Catholic church in Iraq: bit.ly/2Nj0DVHFor more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Theme music by Alison Mink

    Ep. 5: What's Your Patronage?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 31:03


    Ever wondered how saints become the patron saint of something? This episode delves into that idea, recaps the Kentucky alternative break and explores other chill-inducing stories.Priests with podcasts: bit.ly/2MjTNj2Miracle birth: bit.ly/3047RR7Give it a like and follow us here so you can be informed about future episodes!For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Theme music by Alison Mink 

    Ep. 4: American Saints and Environmental Domino Effects

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 30:20


    After returning from the Alternative Break in Houston, Texas, our Fraternal Outreach Team is back with another episode! Kaitlynrose and Michael give a recap of the break, we talk about some American Saints and Saints-to-Be, and deliver some feel-good-facts right to your ears!Give it a like and follow us here to not miss a single episode! For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Theme music by Alison Mink

    Ep. 3: What's in an Outreach Salad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 29:54


    This month we discuss St. Joan of Arc, Tertullian the Turtle, more FGC success stories and Spirituality Tap-ins!For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Theme music by Alison MinkArtwork by Peter Turek

    Ep. 2: Sacrifices, Saints, and Service, Oh My!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 27:23


    Meet our new Fraternal Outreach Team member in this month's episode! We also discuss how Lent is going, St. Gemma Galgani, and something cool that happened at World Youth Day in Panama.For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Theme music by Alison MinkArtwork by Peter Turek

    Ep. 1: Welcome to the Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 25:13


    In this introductory episode of the Catholic Order of Foresters podcast, the Fraternal Outreach and Editorial teams discuss what they're up to, good news in the Catholic Church, and the Pope's new online profile!For more information about Catholic Order of Foresters, visit catholicforester.org or call 800-552-0145. You may contact the hosts of this podcast at outreach@catholicforester.org.Artwork by Peter Turek

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