Father Adam is the Parochial Vicar at St. Richard Catholic Church in Jackson, Mississippi
On today's pod Fr. Nick speaks with Kathleen McMullin, who is preparing to discern with the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George (https://altonfranciscans.org) You can find information on women's religious life online here: Council of Major Superiors of Women Religious https://cmswr.org/about/religious-life/ Leadership Conference of Women Religious www.lcwr.org Helpful books include: Collins, Rachael Marie. "Called By God: Discernment and Preparation for Religious Life" (Available on Amazon) Dubay, Thomas. "And You Are Christ's" (Available on Amazon) Matthias, Sr. Claire. "Discerning Religious Life" (Available on Amazon)
On the World Day of Prayer for Vocations Fr. Nick preaches on the types of leaders Jesus calls in the Church
Was the universe created in 7 days? Where does evolutionary biology fit into biblical faith? Do Catholics take the Bible literally?? We discuss this and much more on today's podcast!
Fr. Nick's homily on the new life that Jesus promises leads off today's pod
Divine Mercy Sunday reminds us why we need not fear even during the most difficult times, but the world is not be on board with that message
On today's show Fr. Nick is joined by Chris Kieffer who explains why we shouldn't be bored by baseball. The guys also talk about death, and why we shouldn't be afraid to meet our maker
Ever wonder where the Church from my podcast logo is located? It's at St. Joseph Abbey and Seminary College, aka St. Ben's in Covington, Louisiana. This weekend Fr. Nick recaps his trip to the seminary and reflects on what he learned
Fr. Nick is joined by a youth minister who believes that secular films can be infused with Gospel truth
Our culture encourages us to always keep our options open, but the Lord makes it clear that following the Father's will is the best thing we can possibly achieve, even though it leads to the cross
Another tough issue to tackle this week as a statement from Rome regarding blessing of homosexual unions hits the news. Here are links to further clarifying Church teaching regarding marriage: USCCB Resource page for Homosexuality https://www.usccb.org/committees/laity-marriage-family-life-youth/homosexuality Pope Francis: God loves your children the way they are https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/09/17/pope-francis-parents-lgbt-children-god-loves-your-children-they-are USCCB Letter to Parents of Homosexual Children https://www.bishop-accountability.org/resources/resource-files/churchdocs/AlwaysOurChildren.htm CDF statement on blessing same sex unions https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/bollettino/pubblico/2021/03/15/210315b.html Courage https://couragerc.org/ God is on your side statement https://tylerclementi.org/catholicbishopsstatement/ Is the single life a vocation? https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/is-the-single-life-a-vocation-maybe-were-asking-the-wrong-question-68948 Saint John Paul II Familiaris Consortio http://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_exhortations/documents/hf_jp-ii_exh_19811122_familiaris-consortio.html Theology of the Body https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/catholic-teaching/theology-of-the-body
Can Lent be joy-filled? According to the liturgy of the Catholic Church, yes! Fr. Nick is here with his homily and commentary on bug zappers on this Laetare Sunday!
Fr. Nick and Chris cover the ethical considerations put forth by the Catholic Church surrounding the vaccines currently available, and on the Soul Food menu a new book on a fine Kentucky Bourbon penned by a Mississippi writer.
Fr. Nick's homily for the 3rd Sunday of Lent, plus his take on obedience to the bishop and fighting the inertia we can experience in Church settings
Fr. Nick Adam and NEW co-host Chris Kieffer cover some soul food including the Hallow App and a great story up on ESPN.com. Plus Priestly Celibacy...why???
On today's podcast, Fr. Nick preaches on life after the pandemic, and whether God is gaining a foothold in our hearts as we prepare for the future
What?? More new theme music?? Yep, and Uncomfortable Wednesdays is back as we look at how secular media attitudes are all over our Catholic media as well, and Fr. Nick sprinkles a little discomfort on the subject of capital punishment. You can send any questions or comments to Fr. Nick at nick.adam@jacksondiocese.org. ***Church Teaching on Capital Punishment can be found in the Catechism of the Catholic Church 2266+2267 as well as in the Encyclical Evangelium Vitae by St. John Paul II***
Now with Music! One day with a co-host??? Fr. Nick shares his homily and discusses how the supernatural virtue of hope can keep us going in the toughest of times. Plus, how reading philosophy is like listening to a great album. Like and subscribe to this podcast on Spotify and/or Apple Podcasts, and tell your friends!
It's Ash Wednesday, that means it's time for penance, and it's time for our midweek podcast! Today, a great Catholic series to stream and one that will keep you laughing, plus, Uncomfortable Wednesdays tackles the popularity of Ash Wednesday and the un-popularity of Holy Days of Obligation!
Tom Brady puts me to shame. The lessons of the pandemic. The power of prayer, friendship and the Eucharist.
On today's episode - Midweek Soul Food and some Soul Junk Food. Plus our first "Uncomfortable Wednesday" topic --- engaging the opinion makers in the media with a grain of salt and the light of faith.
On today's episode, it's Super Bowl Sunday! Lots of football related anecdotes from a football loving priest. Plus a word on proper discernment of priesthood, and why we should care about how liturgy looks
Today Fr. Nick examines whether there are any heroes left in this world, and also whether we live in a computer generated Matrix of unreality (it'll make sense by the end...maybe) References: The Ringer, Bill Simmons, The Matrix, Wandavision, Breaking Bad, Cobra Kai, The Lord of the Rings
Welcome to The Discerning Catholic! This podcast includes an introduction to this new podcast project, plus Fr. Nick Adam's homily from the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time plus his breakdown of the content of the homily. Please post comments and questions on whatever platform you listen to podcasts (Spotify, SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, etc.), or message me @frnickadam on Twitter
In a week of incredible public turmoil, we are reminded by the Scriptures that everything we do in this world should be for the greater glory of God and lead us into deeper relationship with Him. Are we avoiding sin and seeking to fill our hearts with life-giving charity?
Fr. Nick preaches on today's scriptures as Jesus Christ calls us to be saints, to act with virtue, avoid vice, and come into the grand vision of heaven that St. John provides us on this All Saints Day
How do we keep our faith when it is challenged? When the weeds in the field threaten to take over?
What if each of us simply sought to do God's will, and nothing else?
Living virtuously, living the call of your baptism, and not fearing the cross is what life is all about.
How can we live our faith and proclaim the Gospel in a fractured world?
The God who is a relationship of love is the only one who can fully love us for who we are
A brief reflection on my ordination anniversary followed by my homily
How is God calling you to give of yourself during this unique period of human history?
Could the Good Shepherd be calling you to the priesthood or religious life?
What can the sanctuary lamp teach us about the sacrificial love of Christ?
The beauty of creation itself speaks to the Mercy of God
A reflection on Jesus' cry from the cross proclaimed in Matthew's Gospel
Jesus is teaching his friends something profound as he arrives on the scene "too late" to save his friend Lazarus from death
In this time of uncertainty, listen to the Lord's voice in Scripture and Prayer.
Mountaintop moments come and go, the true test of faith is holding onto it after you leave the peak
The threefold sin of lust of the eyes, lust of the flesh, and pride are examined through the eyes of Eve
Many think of "holier than though" types when they hear the word holy, but that is not what Jesus is thinking of in the Gospel.
A famous saying of GK Chesterton helps us explore the law of God and how it helps to keep out souls young and free
Why does the Catholic Church put such an emphasis on baptism?
What does Joseph's life teach men about being men? What does it teach all of us about being human?
Was Karl Marx right, is religion simply a "pain-killer" that leads us to accept the status quo?
Listen to this homily to get ready for the end...of the liturgical year.
What is keeping you from a closer relationship with Jesus and His Church? Is it Pride?
The beloved story of Zacchaeus makes us ponder: what is my response when I seek Jesus?
What could inspire me to release my first stand alone podcast since the summer? Kanye West's Gospel Album. That's what.
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