Fools for Christ on Faith Fit

Joined again by Marcus, the dynamic duo discusses the merits of pop culture phenomena. From Ready Player One to popular TV show remakes, they explain what they think is good or lacking in today’s art, film and even dance.

Dan and Kimmy are joined by Marcus Otte to discuss the objectivity of the moral law. Marcus explains how accepting any form of reason means accepting all forms of reason, including morality. Ultimately, this helps us understand God’s goodness through being good.

Dan and Kimmy reminisce about not-quite 10 things they wish they would have done earlier in their lives in order to grow their faith life. These 9 habits are great things to start or improve upon to live an integrated Catholic life.

Listen in for a list of 800 books that every Catholic should read! Okay, maybe just 10—800 is a lot. But these 10 books cover diverse aspects of the Catholic faith that will help any reader become a better Catholic.

Dan and Kimmy battle head to head on this epic debate! Should we have a world of McGyver jack-of-al-trades, or a world of experts in a narrow field? Dan thinks jack-of-all-trades won’t get very far and don’t live up to their God-given potential. Kimmy thinks the experts won’t be able to authentically communicate the Gospel … Continue reading "#44: DEBATE. What to do at the end of the world!"

Studying is hard! Dan and Kimmy discuss the beauty and richness found in a life of study, how study helps us to become who God created us to be and how to balance study and prayer.

In a recent general audience, Pope Francis gave us an antidote to apathy, articulating a way to live out the virtue of hope. Quoting French poet Charles Peguy, Dan and Kimmy explore what they think Pope Francis was talking about.

Dan and Kimmy talk awkwardly about the awkwardness of awkward conversations. They discuss how discernment can help us attain the surety to do the will of God when awkward conversations need to occur.

Dan and Kimmy talk about how much they LOVE penance. Listen as they discuss the joy of embracing the Church’s teaching on penance and reparation for our sins, and how it leads to a truly joyful Easter.

Dan and Kimmy discuss healing and forgiveness during this Lenten season, including the four facets of forgiveness and the peace that comes from forgiving others and ourselves.

Guest host Regina Boyd joins Kimmy and Dan to affirm their unabashed love of self-help books. Regina lists her top five books that she refers to clients and shares how they help bring more balance to body, mind, and spirit!

Whether working for the Church or in the world, it can be difficult to see one’s work as a path to holiness. In this episode, Kimmy and Dan discuss some simple ways to remind ourselves to focus on the movements of the Lord in the daily grind.

…or you can call it time well wasted. Kimmy and Dan talk about encountering the Lord in leisure and how leisure activities remind us of how our relationship with God should look.

Pope Francis gave a surprising homily during vespers on December 31, 2017. Dan and Kimmy talk about the call to gratitude, our commitment to the common good, and what this means for 2018.

Pope Francis cracked the code and Dan and Kimmy are here to let you in on the secret! What are the 10 tips to happiness? Plus, they add their own extra-secret tip for a life filled with happiness.

Kimmy and Dan elaborate eleven elements of Thanksgiving they highlight during this holiday of family, friends and unity.

Kimmy and Dan share different ways to be attentive listeners instead of always having the last word.

Stranger Things fan? So are Dan and Kimmy! Listen as they share some spiritual insights from their favorite scary TV series. No season 2 spoilers – we promise!

Dan shares the gift of adoption the Lord has blessed him with recently as well as Kimmy’s journey in spiritual adoption.

While tasting goats milk for the first time and eating vegan brownies, Kimmy and Dan discuss the role that food plays in the life of Christians and how fasting helps us to properly understand and enjoy all of God’s gifts.

Kimmy and Dan discuss books that can have a profound impact on your faith even though they aren’t written as theological or explicitly religious books.

This time we discuss non-Christian artists who clearly and boldly speak the truth about how to live in accord with God’s plan for our lives (even if they don’t realize they are doing so).

Kimmy and Dan go on a hunt to find messages of our faith in popular, secular music. Their imaginative finds may be a little surprising!

Looking at what is happening in the world around us, Kimmy and Dan discuss the meaning of suffering. What is the Christian response?

Kimmy and Dan talk discernment. How do you prayerfully consider what God is calling you to and how do you move to action when it’s time?

Dan is working hard at Bishop Moore at the start of the new academic year, so Kimmy goes solo for this episode! Kimmy’s had some awkward encounters recently when others either complimented or corrected her. How do you respond humbly in these situations? Kimmy shares her recent insights into how to best receive compliments and … Continue reading "#23: Compliments and Corrections"

Kimmy and Dan talk about the hot topic of the Benedict Option, a frequently discussed concept in the Church today dealing with how to help preserve and pass on the faith in a culture that is becoming increasingly hostile to Christianity.

In this episode, Kimmy shares about the convocation of Catholic leaders held in Orlando from July 1-4. The convocation was a gathering of bishops, priests, deacons, religious, and lay leaders to discuss the need for evangelization and missionary disciples in the 21st century.

This week, Dan and guest host Amanda discuss how the virtue of Hope allows us to see the world in a different way. Rather than resigning ourselves to a life defined by suffering as we wait for heaven, hope reminds us that the Lord has overcome suffering and death, allowing us to bring the joy … Continue reading "#20: Seeing with the Eyes of Hope"

Dan shares tips for helping your marriage remain committed and joyful and Kimmy explores what these tips can also mean for our relationship with God.

Dan and Kimmy are joined by a recent graduate from Bishop Moore Catholic High School, Baylee, to talk about conversion. What is conversion and how can we aid others going through their own processes of conversion?

Dan and Kimmy want to be saints, so they figured it’s probably a good idea to learn how saints pray. What can we learn about prayer from the spiritual masters of the Church?

Growing in professionalism can also be a way to grow in virtue. What are CEO’s from around the nation looking for in a “professional”? Dan and Kimmy explore a survey from York College and discuss how the top seven characteristics of a professional are equivalent to the cardinal and theological virtues.

St. Jerome said, “Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.” Dan and Kimmy discuss how to develop a habit of reading scripture. Don’t be a fool, be a fool for Christ!

Kimmy and Dan share tips on spreading the faith and sharing the Good News with others.

It’s the Easter Season! Kimmy and Dan talk about the “radical nature” of the Gospel, focusing on the beatitudes and what they mean for our daily lives.

Dan and Kimmy discuss the richness of Holy Week services, and explain their preparation plan to fully enter into the joy & celebration of the Easter season.

Dan sets up an intervention. Kimmy’s been glued to her phone, and won’t stop texting when Dan wants to talk with her. Listen in as Lisa Sojourner, the Director of Pastoral Care at Bishop Moore Catholic High School, shares her family’s plan for a faith-filled approach to technology in our relationships.

How do I start a faith-sharing community? Following up from last week, Dan and Kimmy give some practical ideas for establishing community without the pressure of perfection.

Loneliness is a real problem, and one that seems to only increase for our generation. Dan and Kimmy discuss what makes good community and how this could positively affect our culture.

Kimmy and Dan share tips on how to keep an open line of communication with God especially during times when you least want to.

Kimmy’s been pretty stressed lately, so Dan asked his wife to join them for a discussion on stress. Dan and Kimmy learn about recognizing and managing stress with Regina Boyd, a licensed mental health counselor.

At the beginning of this Lenten season, Dan and Kimmy talk about building a habit of prayer.

Dan and Kimmy talk about the beautiful places they want to visit. What if beauty itself can make a trip, an encounter with the Divine?

Kimmy and Dan share their “Definitive Valentine’s Day Movie List” in celebration of sharing what authentic love really means through different films.

Dan recently returned from a mission trip to the Dominican Republic! Dan and Kimmy discuss what mission is and three movements Pope Francis identifies for any authentic missionary activity.

Pope Francis keeps talking about saying “yes” to Christ. Dan and Kimmy discuss the difficulties, fruits, and adventure of saying “yes” to Our Lord, and the magic of living a life spent for others.

Have you already given up on your New Year’s Resolutions? Dan and Kimmy explore new ideas about how to make habits stick, and some suggestions from Pope Francis.