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Power & Witness, a podcast by Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA (co-host of EWTN's Life on the Rock) is about the witness of faith through the power of the Holy Spirit in the world today. The title is taken from Acts 1:8, "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my wit…

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    • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 222 EPISODES


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    The Catholic Imagination in Film (Guest: John Paul Gutschke)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 46:27


    Join Fr. Mark and John Paul Gutschke as they dive into the power of film as a transformative art form, exploring how the Catholic imagination weaves themes of grace, redemption, and divine providence into storytelling that resonates with the human soul.

    Divine Mercy in Action (Guest: Fr. Chris Alar, MIC)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 51:23


    Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, and Fr. Mark on Power and Witness as they dive into the profound message of Divine Mercy. From St. Faustina's revelations to the transformative power of Divine Mercy Sunday, they explore how God's mercy—love in action—reaches out to humanity, offering forgiveness, reconciliation, and hope, even in the darkest moments.

    From Galway to the Vatican (Guest: Dr. William A. Thomas, STD)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 57:45


    Join Fr. Mark as he interviews Dr. William A. Thomas, an Irish-born Catholic theologian with a doctorate in sacred theology. From his childhood as an orphan in County Galway to his roles at the Pontifical Marian Academy and the John Paul II Institute in Fatima, Dr. Thomas shares how his global education and deep faith shaped his 45 books and his mission to glorify God. Explore his reflections on Ireland's spiritual past and present, and his unique perspective on the Knock apparition.

    Walking by the Spirit (Guest: Dr. Ralph Martin)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 35:25


    Join Fr. Mark and Dr. Ralph Martin, author of A Life in the Spirit, as they explore a journey from a questioning Catholic upbringing to a pivotal Cursillo retreat and leadership in the Charismatic Renewal. Dr. Martin shares how the Holy Spirit ignited his faith, shaped his work with Renewal Ministries, and guides his prayer life today. From personal surrender to practical advice for believers facing a turbulent world, this episode offers an inspiring look at living the fullness of Catholic faith with eyes fixed on Jesus.

    Deepening Lent with the Collect Prayers (Guest: Fr. Edward Looney)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 41:17


    Ever wonder what Lent is really about? Join Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA and Fr. Edward Looney (Marian theologian and author) as they dive into the heart of Lent through the Church's ancient prayers. In this episode, they unpack the beauty of the collect prayers, share personal stories of faith, and explore how Mary's example can inspire us today. Whether you're looking to deepen your prayer life or understand the season better, this conversation is a must-listen! Click to discover how these timeless prayers can transform your Lenten journey.

    Prayer in a Distracted Age (Guest: Fr. Donald Haggerty)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 48:47


    Father Donald Haggerty, a New York priest at Saint Patrick's Cathedral, shares insights on prayer, spiritual desire, and the priesthood. From his work with the Missionaries of Charity to confessions in Manhattan, he reveals how silence and longing for God can thrive amid modern distractions. Join Father Mark for a conversation on deepening faith in a busy world.

    Blending Faith & Finance (Guest: Stephen Auth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 35:01


    Steve Auth, a Wall Street veteran managing billions, rejoins Power and Witness to share his 15-year mission in Soho, bringing thousands of lapsed Catholics back to confession. He blends faith and finance, discussing how virtues like prudence and humility fuel his success and evangelistic work, alongside his upcoming book, 40 Years, 40 Lessons.

    The Heart of Marian Devotion with St. Louis de Montfort (Guest: Fr. Hugh Gillespe, SMM)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 129:00


    Uncover the powerful legacy of Saint Louis de Montfort—his radical devotion to Mary, his visionary missions, and his unwavering faith in the face of opposition. This episode reveals how his spiritual insights continue to inspire today. Don't miss this deep dive into a saint who reshaped the heart of Marian devotion.

    The First FOCUS Missionary Saint? (Guests: Ken and Mary Ann Duppong)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 30:02


    Fr. Mark interviews Ken and Mary Anne Duppong, parents of Michelle Duppong, a remarkable Catholic laywoman whose life of faith and service is now being considered for sainthood. Michelle served as a campus minister with FOCUS, guiding college students in their faith, and later as the Director of Adult Faith Formation for the Diocese of Bismarck. Despite passing away from cancer at just 31, her legacy of holiness and joy continues to inspire many. Learn more about her extraordinary story in this moving episode!

    The Power of Prayer, Morality, and Transforming Struggles (Guest: Fr. Christopher Seith)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 27:10


    Dive deeper into the intersection of faith, morality, and true human connection with Fr. Christopher Seith! In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore the power of living a moral life, the role of prayer, and how our relationship with God can transform our struggles into moments of grace. Fr. Christopher Seith grew up in Bowie, MD and attended the University of Maryland before entering seminary for the Archdiocese of Washington. He was ordained a priest in 2014. After serving as parochial vicar at Our Lady of Mercy parish in Potomac, MD, he began his doctoral studies at The Catholic University of Amercia, while living at St. John Paul II Seminary. In the Spring of 2020, he successfully defended his dissertation in which he argued that digital devices, unless they are used in a way contrary to their intended use, will imprison their users within an apathetic and anxious world and damage their ability to joyfully celebrate the sacred mysteries. In 2022, he published his work as a book, entitled "Rekindling Wonder: Touching Heaven in a Screen Saturated World." He currently serves as Coordinator of Spiritual Formation at St. John Paul II Seminary in Washington, DC.

    Helping Parishes Build Better Youth Ministries (Guest: Everett Fritz)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 87:56


    Everett Fritz is a leading expert in small group discipleship and an advocate for quality youth ministry. He is the author of 4 books, including The Art of Forming Young Disciples and One Disciple at a Time. Everett has been serving in the trenches of youth ministry for over 15 years. He holds a BA in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville and an MA in Theology with concentrations in catechesis and evangelization from the Augustine Institute. Everett Fritz has been a featured speaker on EWTN, Catholic Answers Live, NCYC, Formed, and in dioceses, parishes, universities and schools all over the world. Everett Fritz founded Andrew Ministries in 2015 After throwing out the program playbook and rebuilding his youth ministry on discipleship small groups, Everett saw a 80% increase in students who stayed Catholic in college. Now he helps ministries all over the country stop spinning their wheels and build ministries that actually work.

    Strengthening Men's Souls (Guest: Fr. Wade Menezes, CPM)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 41:00


    Join us as we dive into Fr. Wade Menezes's powerful new devotional for men, packed with daily insights and practical advice. Discover how Scripture and saintly wisdom can equip you to tackle life's challenges, strengthen your faith, and live out your true purpose. Ready to elevate your spiritual journey? Tune in! Fr. Wade L. J. Menezes, CPM is a member of the Fathers of Mercy, a missionary preaching Religious Congregation based in Auburn, Kentucky. Ordained a priest during the Great Jubilee Year 2000, he received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Catholic Thought from the Oratory of St. Philip Neri in Toronto, Canada and his dual Master of Arts and Master of Divinity Degrees in Theology from Holy Apostles Seminary in Cromwell, Connecticut. His secular college degrees are in journalism and communications.

    Hope in the Streets (Guest: Bob Lesnefsky)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 61:27


    Join us as we sit down with Bob Lesnefsky, founder of Vagabond Missions, to uncover the stories behind his journey. From the streets of New York to cities across the U.S., Bob shares powerful insights on bringing faith, hope, and transformation to inner-city teens.

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    On the Demonic (Guest: Fr. Dave Tomaszycki)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 43:30


    In 1974, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen expressed his intention to write a book on the demonic, but the project never materialized. Fr. Dave Tomaszycki, a priest of the Archdiocese of Detroit and current priest-secretary to Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron, took on the task of compiling and editing Sheen's intended work, using Sheen's own words to bring the vision to life.

    The Natural Law in Our Culture (Guest: Dr. Jemy Gatdula)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 45:33


    Dr. Jemy Gatdula is the dean of the Institute of Law of the University of Asia and the Pacific and is a Philippine Judicial Academy lecturer for constitutional philosophy and jurisprudence. He read international law at the University of Cambridge.

    Remember the Unborn (Guest: Dr. Pat Castle)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 79:38


    Dr. Pat Castle is the founder of Life Runners, the world's largest Pro-Life team with 24,200+ teammates who wear “Remember The Unborn” jerseys as a public witness in 3,500+ cities. Pat is an inspiring Pro-Life force through faith, activism, and education.

    The Biblical Case for the Catholic Church (Guest: Tom Nash)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 61:48


    Thomas J. Nash is a Contributing Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers and a Contributing Blogger for the National Catholic Register. He is the author of What Did Jesus Do?: The Biblical Roots of the Catholic Church, The Biblical Roots of the Mass, To Whom Shall We Go?: The Biblical Case for the Catholic Church (Emmaus Road, 2024), and the Catholic Answers booklet 20 Answers: The Rosary. He has served the Catholic Church professionally for more than 35 years, including as a Theology Advisor for the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN).

    Insight into the Life of Blessed Carlo Acutis (Guest: Courtney Mares)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 35:34


    Courtney Mares is a Rome Correspondent for Catholic News Agency. A graduate of Harvard University, she has reported from news bureaus on three continents and was awarded the Gardner Fellowship for her work with North Korean refugees. She is the author of “Blessed Carlo Acutis: A Saint in Sneakers.”

    What is Madonna House? (Guest: Veronica Ferri)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 36:47


    Meet Veronica Ferri from the Madonna House, a lay apostolate founded by Catherine Doherty in Canada.

    What is Madonna House? (Guests: Victoria Fausto & Jeremiah Barker)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 57:35


    Meet Victoria Fausto and Jeremiah Barker from the Madonna House, a lay apostolate founded by Catherine Doherty in Canada.

    Addressing Moral Confusion (Guest: Rich May)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 36:03


    A former Air Force pilot, Rich May is a retired aerospace engineer by profession. He has a BA in Pastoral Theology from the University of St. Thomas in Houston and an MA in theology from the Franciscan University in Steubenville Ohio. With an approbation from the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, he speaks locally and nationally. He has 35 years experience teaching catechesis at all levels and has authored several booklets. Currently he is teaching the youth how to courageously respond to the counter-culture.

    The Church Fathers (Guest: Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 39:07


    Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P. grew up as the youngest of ten children on a Kansas farm. He entered the Dominican Province of St. Joseph in 1995 and professed simple vows the following year. He made his profession of solemn vows in the Great Jubilee Year of 2000, and was ordained a deacon in 2001 and a priest in 2002. His assignments have included serving as a parochial vicar in Rhode Island, a missionary in Kenya, a doctoral student at the University of Notre Dame, a formator at the Dominican House of Studies, a member of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception, and a formator at St. Dominic Priory in Washington. Since the fall of 2021, he has been the editor of the journal The Thomist, for which he previously was book review editor.

    The Church in the 1960s, Renewal, and the Spiritual Life (Guest: Fr. Glenn Sudano, CFR)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 43:39


    Fr. Glenn is one of the eight founding members of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, founded in the spring of 1987. The apostolic mission of the Community is to save the materially poor, especially the destitute and homeless. Presently, the Community has over 120 members and 15 friaries around the world. Father Glenn Sudano is from Brooklyn, and briefly pursued a career in television before entering the Capuchins in 1978 with the encouragement of Father Benedict Groeschel.

    The Vital Role of Motherhood (Guest: Colleen McDanald)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 98:51


    Fr. Mark speaks to Colleen McDanald, the Lady National President of the Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers. The Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers is a pious association intended for mothers, which has for its special object the promotion of the good Christian and Catholic education of their children. The members join their hearts in love with the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin, the Mother of Sorrows, and unite under her patronage in mutual prayer and solicitude for the welfare of their children and families.

    A Conversation While Driving to the National Eucharistic Congress (Guest: Fr. Joseph Mary, MFVA)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 49:46


    We're heading to Indianapolis for the first National Eucharistic Congress in 83 years! Join Fr. Joseph and Fr. Mark for a conversation about the week's event, Eucharistic revival, Mother Angelica, and much more!

    From Papua New Guinea to the Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers (Guest: Fr. Joseph Tucson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 99:53


    Fr. Joseph Tuscon was born in Columbus, OH, in 1967 and was raised in Canton, OH. He earned his Bachelor's degree in 1989 from Borromeo College Seminary. In 1990, he professed his first vows as a Capuchin Franciscan friar. Making his Perpetual vows in 1993, he went on to earn his Master's degree in theology in 1995 and was ordained to the priesthood in 1997. His first assignment after ordination was in Papua New Guinea in the South Pacific where he served for four years. Returning to the US in 2001, he has ministered in various capacities as a parochial vicar and pastor, as well as a military and hospital chaplain; he also served in our Province's Custody of Puerto Rico. He currently serves as the national director of the Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers and in full-time preaching ministry for the Capuchin Province of St. Augustine, offering retreats and reflection days for parishes, Religious and Priests.

    Sexual Identity (Guest: Dr. John Finley)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 49:48


    Dr. John Finley is a professor at Thomas Aquinas College. He has authored several publications on philosophical anthropology, metaphysics, phenomenology, and Ancient and Medieval philosophy. Dr. Finley received his masters and doctorate in philosophy from the University of Dallas and his Bachelor of Arts from Thomas Aquinas College. In 2016 he was awarded a grant from the John Templeton Foundation to pursue collaborative research on the human person from the standpoints of science, medicine, philosophy, and theology. Dr. Finley is the co-author and editor of Sexual Identity: The Harmony of Philosophy, Science, and Revelation

    Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends (Guest: Mary Claire Kendall)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 40:04


    Mary Claire Kendall is a Washington-based writer, producer, TV and radio personality, and public speaker. In her book, “Oasis: Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends” she highlights stories of recovery and conversion in the lives of Hollywood legends we know so well.

    Sacramental Marriage, NFP, and more (Guest: Megan Murphy)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 87:58


    Megan Murphy carries the message of John Paul II's Theology of the Body to dioceses through marriage preparation and natural family planning classes, and numerous youth and young adult programs and retreats. Megan resides with her husband of 20 years, Neal, in Dunmore, PA where she homeschools their four beautiful daughters.

    Teaching Children about Jesus in the Holy Eucharist (Guest: Jean Prather)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 57:14


    Jean Prather talks to Fr. Mark about Catholic Kids 101. See how it started and how it helps educate children on important matters of the faith in a fun and engaging way, especially a guided Eucharistic Holy Hour for children.

    Places of Grace (Guest: Fr. Edward Looney)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 64:46


    Catholic travel, or what we call pilgrimage, has been important in the life of Fr. Edward Looney. His first pilgrimage was with his parish on a local bus trip to see the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion when he was in eighth grade. Since then, he has boarded planes, rented cars, and traveled the world to see sites of Marian apparition, shrines of saints, and other spiritual sites and places along the way. Some of the places he visits are popular and attract many visitors. Others are hidden sites, off the beaten path. In Places of Grace, Fr. Looney recounts his experiences at shrines, chapels, monasteries, and graves, naming a grace he received from the Lord at each site. That grace will be different for each person.

    Dating, Love, & Culture (Guest: Brendan McCauley)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 60:31


    Brendan McCauley was born and raised in Olympia, WA and currently resides in Nashville, TN where he is President & Co-Founder of Humanum Project, writer, and international speaker for the Theology of the Body Institute. He holds a Masters in Theological Studies for Marriage and Family from the Pontifical John Paul II Institute in Washington D.C. and is certified from the Theology of the Body Institute in Quarryville, PA. For the past six years, Brendan has been giving presentations to all ages on topics related to identity, two of which reached over 100,000 people from 160 countries online.

    The Transformative Power of Confession (Guest: Fr. Kevin Peek)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 78:15


    Fr. Kevin Peek is the parochial vicar at St. Monica in Duluth, GA, a suburb of Atlanta. He is also the airport chaplain at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport where he worked to open at 24/7 Eucharistic Chapel.

    The Feminine Genius (Guest: Kris McGregor)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 48:47


    Kris McGregor is the founder of DiscerningHearts.com, an online resource for the best in contemporary Catholic spirituality.

    Healing the Epidemic of Homlessness (Guest: Jess Echeverry)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 137:46


    Jess Echeverry is a women and family advocate, speaker, author and podcaster. She has survived parental divorce and alcoholism, as well as emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Her testimony includes dark times of physical and sexual violence, teenage pregnancy, years of homelessness, abortion, same sex attraction and two attempts at suicide. In 1997 she met the man she would eventually marry; this man would help her create an environment of authentic love that enabled her healing journey, her relationship with Jesus Christ and her eventual forgiveness and love for her attackers. She converted to Catholicism in 2008. Jess is the Founder and Executive Director of SOFESA, a 501c(3) non-profit ministry that has been accompanying Southern California homeless families since 1999.

    Providing Clean, Safe Water in Developing Countries (Guest: Jacob Niemeier)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 51:30


    Jacob Niemeier is the founder and executive director of Vera Aqua Vera Vita, an organization that works to bring life-giving clean water and sanitation solutions to those in need.

    Offering Shelter and Christ to the Needy (Guest: Bob Nowak)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 41:51


    Bob Nowak joins Fr. Mark, after filming an episode of Life on the Rock, to discuss his missionary work at Brother House and the Legion of Mary. The charitable organizations focus on offering shelter and Christ to the needy.

    Debunking the Top Gay Myths (Guest: Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 57:08


    Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse is the founder of the Ruth Institute, an interfaith international coalition to defend the family and build a Civilization of Love. Dr. Morse was a campaign spokeswoman for California's winning Proposition 8 campaign, defining marriage as the union of a man and a woman. She has authored or co-authored six books and spoken around the globe on marriage, family and human sexuality. She earned her Ph.D. at the University of Rochester and taught economics at Yale and George Mason Universities.

    Restoring Confidence in Marriage and Family Life (Guests: Monica & Renzo Ortega)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 50:53


    Renzo and Monica Ortega are Catholic ministry leaders, authors, speakers, and content creators. They host the popular marriage podcast, Two Become Family, and are co-authors of the children's devotional, Go To Joseph for Children. Renzo is also the author of the men's devotional, Go To Joseph. Their online marriage apostolate, Two Become Family, has been featured in the National Catholic Register and their conversion story has been featured in the documentary St. Joseph: Our Spiritual Father. Renzo holds a MA in Theology from Holy Apostles College and Seminary. The Ortegas live in CT with their 5 children where they facilitate youth ministry and marriage prep ministry.

    Serving Impoverished Children & Single Parents in Ethiopia (Guest: Kim Zember)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 35:44


    Kim moved to Ethiopia when she was 23 years old and by God's loving hand created Unforgotten Faces. UF is an organization dedicated to supporting impoverished children and single parents in Ethiopia for 17+ years!

    Are you a Child of Divorce? (Guest: Beth Sri)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 30:13


    Life Giving Sounds is a Catholic ministry to adult children or divorce or separation. They offer Christ-centered healing through retreats, support groups, community, spiritual formation, resources and more.

    Ministering to those with Same-Sex Attraction or Gender Dysphoria (Guest: Anna Carter)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 24:03


    Anna Carter is the co-founder and president of Eden Invitation, a Catholic ministry that seeks to provide community, accompaniment and resources for people who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria and who want to follow Christ and Catholic Church teaching. Growing up, her tenacious faith in Jesus predated awareness of her same sex desires. Her passion for catechesis and evangelization brought her to the Franciscan University of Steubenville, NET Ministries, and the high school classroom. She's passionate about helping the Church serve unmet needs and about helping her friends find good books to read.

    Reflections on the March for Life and what lies ahead? (Guest: Jeanne Mancini)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2024 29:08


    Jeanne Mancini is the President of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund. In this capacity she proudly directs the small non-profit organization committed to restoring a culture of life in the United States, most notably through the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C.

    How did a Roman Execution turn into a Sacrifice? (Guest: Dr. Scott Hahn)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 28:32


    Dr. Scott Hahn joins Fr. Mark to talk about how important it is to focus on the sacred mysteries of our Faith particularly why the Eucharist is a sacrifice.

    Insights from the Catholic Church in Africa (Guest: Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 35:48


    Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla, a priest of the Diocese of Rumbek in South Sudan, is the head of EWTN News in Africa. ACI-Africa will be a Nairobi, Kenya-based Catholic news agency, publishing content in English, French and Portuguese. Fr. Don Bosco is a journalist who established and previously oversaw the Catholic News Agency For Africa (CANAA), a project of the African bishops conference. Onyalla's work has included producing websites, newsletters and social media updates for the bishops, as well as working with diocesan, national and regional episcopal communication directors throughout Africa.  He speaks English, French, and Swahili, as well as the local languages of Luhya and Dinka.

    Aquinas and Our Lady (Guest: Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 61:42


    Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. is a Dominican friar (Order of Friars Preachers) of the Province of Saint Joseph, which is located in the Northeastern portion of the United States. He s an instructor of dogmatic theology at the Dominican House of Studies and an Assistant Director of the Thomistic Institute in Washington, DC. Fr. Gregory is also a regular contributor to the popular podcasts Pints with Aquinas, Godsplaining, and The Thomistic Institute and has traveled widely to preach and teach the Catholic Faith.

    Feminism has Abolished Women (Guest: Carrie Gress)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2023 41:53


    Carrie Gress is a Fellow at the Washington, D.C. based think-tank, Ethics and Public Policy Center and a Scholar at the Institute for Human Ecology at Catholic University of America. In her latest book, “The End of Women: How Smashing the Patriarchy Destroyed Us,” she discuses how feminism has abolished women. Only a rediscovery of true womanhood—and motherhood—can pull our society back from the brink. And happiness is possible only if women are open to making peace with men, with children, with God, and—no less difficult—with themselves.

    Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person (Guest: Dr. Joshua Miller)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 76:06


    Joshua is devoted to building a culture in which each one can flourish in his/her personal vocation for building up the Body of Christ and sanctifying the world. He is the co-author with Luke Burgis of Unrepeatable: Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person (2018) and a contributing author to The Motivation Code (2020). Joshua is a leader in the field of narrative-based motivational assessment. For the last 20 years, he has applied his expertise in a variety of applications, including coaching, executive search, organizational development, and talent management. He is a certified coach with the International Coaching Federation. He is a co-developer of MCODE, the first on-line assessment that blends a person's own achievement stories with established psychometric constructs. In addition to serving as the Executive Director of the Inscape Center for Personal Vocation, Joshua serves as Director of Programming & Coaching at Franciscan University of Steubenville's Office of Personal Vocation. He co-founded The Center for Leadership at FUS, leads the freshmen seminar of CFL, Personal Vocation & Christ-Centered Leadership, and developed the Center's Vocation Coach Program. He has an MA & Ph.D. in Philosophy of the Human Person. He and his wife, Brooke, are joyfully Catholic, have six dear children and live in Steubenville, Ohio.

    Classical Liberal Arts Education in the Catholic Tradition (Guest: Ali Ghaffari)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 85:21


    Ali Ghaffari is the founder and president of the Divine Mercy Academy located in the Severna Park-Pasadena, Maryland area. A recently retired naval officer whose career spanned 20 years, Ghaffari flew F/A-18 jets and also taught leadership classes at the United States Naval Academy. The Divine Mercy Academy offers a Classical Liberal Arts Education in the Catholic Tradition to children in Kindergarten through Eighth grade.

    The Writings of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange (Guest: Fr. John Maria Devaney, OP)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 132:06


    Fr. John Maria Devaney, OP is a Dominican Friar of the Province of St. Joseph currently serving in Hanover, NH at St. Dennis Parish and Aquinas House Catholic Ministry at Dartmouth College. He talks to Fr. Mark about the recent retreat that he gave to a group of Dominican Nuns based on the writings of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange, OP, a French Dominican friar, philosopher and theologian.

    St. Faustina's Incredible Journey (Guest: Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 38:33


    Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle is a well-known Catholic author of more than thirty books, international speaker, EWTN television host, and retreat leader. She is passionate about sharing the Faith and has taught it for almost thirty years. In her most recent book, “Diary of a Future Saint,” Donna-Marie presents the life of St. Faustina in a page-turning novel for all ages.

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