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What Do Children Need (ep. 56)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2018 7:50


Reminder! Starting February 5th My Podcast will be going through BreadBox Media group. It is a Catholic company. In February you can find my podcast on Podbean App and iTunes Under Breadbox Media - The Frank Friar. I hope you will follow my podcast on these services. This group will help the quality of my podcasts to improve. https://www.breadboxmedia.com/the-frank-friar.html Today, is the feast day of Saint Don Bosco. He is a saint that reminds us how important children are for us. He also teaches us what it is that children really need. He also reminds us that it is our job, duty, and responsibility to provide them with that need. I hope we will always be open to care for the kids in our lives. Thank you again for all your support. You can find more of content on my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and my website www.thefrankfriar.com. https://www.breadboxmedia.com/the-frank-friar.html

Jesus Is Our Focus (ep. 55)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2018 6:54


Reminder! Starting February 5th My Podcast will be going through BreadBox Media group. It is a Catholic company. In February you can find my podcast on Podbean App and iTunes Under Breadbox Media - The Frank Friar. I hope you will follow my podcast on these services. This group will help the quality of my podcasts to improve. https://www.breadboxmedia.com/the-frank-friar.html On Today's Episode I talk about Jesus healing a demonic (Mark 5: 1-20). I speak about our need to focus on Jesus as Our Victor and not the demonic influences that may be in our lives. May we never forget we are a victories people. Thank you again for all your support. You can find more of content on my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and my website www.thefrankfriar.com. https://www.breadboxmedia.com/the-frank-friar.html

Prayer And Common Sense (ep. 54)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2018 5:00


In the episode today I talk about prayer and the need for it to be guided by common sense. I also speak about St. Francis de Sales and his witness to prayer. I also make an announcement about a new thing impacting my podcast. In February, my podcast will be going up through through Bread Box Media group. A catholic podcast group. Their website is www.breadboxmedia.com. Check them out. There will be more information to come!

What Does It Mean To Be Pro-life? (ep. 53)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2018 8:02


Jan. 22 is the date in 1973 when the Roe v. Wade decision was released and abortion became legal. Since that ruling the prophet aspect of the Church was awaken in USA and we became prophets of life. Today, I offer a reflection about being a prophet for life and what else do we need to do as Catholics. I hope it helps you wrestle with the terrible act that is abortion, assisted suicide, and euthanasia. If you like my content please follow the podcast and visit my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar also my website is www.thefrankfriar.com

Let Us Be Listeners (ep. 52)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2018 6:44


We are called not only to hear God, but Listen to Him. Why and How? I hope to answer that question in today's podcast.Thank you for your time. If you like my content please check out my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and my wesbite www.thefrankfriar.com

Prophets Against Racism (ep. 51)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2018 7:04


Today, in the United States we celebrate and honor the memory and witness of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Today, offers us a moment to reflect on race and racism, plus thinking about how we as Christians need to respond. Thank you for your time. If you like my content please check out my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and my website www.thefrankfriar.com

The Desire Of The Epiphany (ep. 50)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2018 7:58


50th episode celebration!!! Today, I share my thoughts about the Epiphany that the Catholic Church celebrated this past Sunday. I talk about the desire that rested in the hearts of the Magi, and how their desire is like our own. If you like my content please make sure to visit my YouTube at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and My Website www.thefrankfrair.com

Celebrating Our Baptism (ep. 49)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2018 5:14


Today is the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord! This is a feast day when we are all called to think about our baptism and what it means for our lives. If you like my content please make sure to visit my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and My website www.thefrankfriar.com

The Name Of Jesus A Prayer For Our Day (ep. 48)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2018 5:43


Today, the Church celebrates the Holy Name of Jesus. The Name of Jesus means 'God Saves.' The name of Jesus is a prayer that reminds us of the reality that we are all invited into, through the transformation made possible by the Holy Spirit. May the Holy Name of Jesus be a prayer that shapes your name and heart today. Please follow my podcast today and like the Episode. If you like my content please visit and subscribe to my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar. Also, my website is www.thefrankfriar.com

You Are A Gift (ep. 47)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2018 6:48


Happy New Year! Here is my gift for you during this 2018! It is a reminder that you are a gift given over unto the world! As we journey throughout this 2018 year, may we never forget our life is a gift, and may the idea of our giftedness shape how we see the world so we can see the finger of God in all things! If you like my content please make sure to visit and subscribe to my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and Also, my website is www.thefrankfriar.com

The Taste Of Death And St. John (ep. 46)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2017 5:58


Today, the Church celebrates St. John the Apostle today. Also, today is my first funeral in Spanish. I feel that St. John can teach us a lot about life and death. I use a personal encounter from my own life to help offer an insight into St. John's gospel today. If you like my content please subscribe today, also check out my you tube channel: www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar & my website www.thefrankfriar.com

Merry Christmas (ep. 45)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2017 4:18


Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad From The Frank Friar. I will be praying for you all on this special day! www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar www.thefrankfriar.com

How To Ask A Question Like Mary (ep. 44)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2017 6:09


During Advent we hear a lot about listening. Mary teaches us how in the act of listening, we can offer up a question to God. May, we all have our hearts open as Mary did before our God. IF you like my content please visit my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and my website www.thefrankfriar.com

Virgin Mary And A Lesson In Silence (ep.43)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2017 4:53


How does the silence of our Mother Mary before the Angel, help us to understand the choirs of angels singing? Listen today and find out. if you like my content please make sure to check out my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar & my website at www.thefrankfriar.com

The Light Of God And Our Advent Wreath (ep. 42)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2017 5:36


The episode today is going up on the Feast of St. Lucy. Her feast day got me thinking about the Light of God in our life and this Advent Season. I hope my reflection today helps your spiritual life. Please make sure to click that follow or subscribe button. Also, you can find more of my content on my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar or my website at www.thefrankfriar.com

The Our Father, Pope Francis, & My Thoughts (ep. 41)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2017 5:49


Today, I offer a few of my thoughts about the recent comments from Pope Francis about the English translation of the Our Father. I hope you find this episode insightful and spiritually nourishing for your life. If you like my content please make sure you click the follow or subscribe button. Also my YouTube channel is www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar and my website at www.thefrankfriar.com

A Reminder From Saint Nicholas (ep. 40)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2017 4:39


Today, I tell you about why I am called Nicholas, and what this amazing Saint tells and reminds us about being a Christian. If you like my podcast please subscribe to the podcast. Also find more of my content at www.youtube.cm/c/thefrankfriar and www.thefrankfriar.com.

Advent: A Joyful Anticipation (ep. 39)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2017 5:44


Today, I offer a reflection on the Advent and the feeling it tries to invoke. I hope it helps you embrace the season we are in! If you like my podcast please subscribe to the podcast. Also find more of my content at www.youtube.cm/c/thefrankfriar and www.thefrankfriar.com.

Who Is Our Worst Enemy (ep. 38)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2017 6:28


Today, I give a reflection on the question 'Who is Our Worst Enemy?' This is the last week of the liturgical new year for the Catholic Church and I am trying to offer you all a spiritual tool for the New Year. If you like my content check out my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar or my website www.thefrankfriar.com

The Open Road And Self Reflection (ep. 37)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2017 5:27


My last podcast recording in rural Michigan. I offer a reflection based on my love for driving and the open road, and how it is getting a bit tougher for me these days. I'm a little sick, so I am sorry about the sound quality. If you like my content check out my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/thefrankfriar or my website www.thefrankfriar.com.

Thanksgiving, Family, And Personal Growth (ep. 36)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2017 6:12


A Thanksgiving message from The Frank Friar as he is visiting his family in rural Michigan. Hope you all are well. If you like my content find more of it at www.thefrankfriar.com, like videos from my YouTube channel and blog.

Hope From The NCYC (ep. 35)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2017 8:31


My reflection on the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC). Over all I can bear witness to the hope given by this event. I know I am going forward as a better priest because of this event. My intention for this episode is to just help others understand the beauty of the event, out young in the Church, and what we can do going forward. I recorded this in my hotel room, so the audio is not the best I apologize about that to you all. if you wish to find more of my content visit my website www.thefrankfriar.com

Stillness A Necessary Need For Us (ep. 34)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2017 5:27


Recently, I was visiting the woods of eastern PA with the parish youth group. I was amazed by the life of the woods made know to me through my time of stillness there. I offer you all a reflection on stillness today based upon that experience. If you like to have or of my content visit me at www.thefrankfriar.com, there you can find links to my YouTube channel and blog.

Catching A Monkey: A Need For Patience (ep. 33)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2017 6:16


Today, I reflect on a proverb from West Africa in light of the parable of the wise virgins. Patience is a virtue we all need in all of lives. If you like my content like my YouTube videos, visit my website at www.thefrankfriar.com

The Love Of God And Our Transformation (ep. 32)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2017 5:57


Love of God makes love of neighbor and self possible. This is the topic I address n the podcast today along with the ramifications that happen if we allow ourselves to be transformed by the Love of God. If you like my thoughts, find more of them at my website www.thefrankfriar.com, there you can find links to my YouTube channel and blog.

Responding To The Recent Acts Of Violence (ep. 31)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2017 6:36


Within the past week there has been two acts of violence that have left large numbers of people dead in the USA. Today I respond to that violence, with my thoughts, take them as you will. This video does not have a opening plug or end plug to respect those suffering from the recent violence acts.

NYPD And The Saints Of Heaven Journeying Together (ep. 30)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2017 5:53


I'm getting to know more people in my area of NYC, which includes getting to know the local NYPD officers. Many officers, I have meet, have a tradition as it relates to the Saints and there work. Today. I share my reflection about their tradition. If you like the episode please follow/subscribe to the podcast. Also, you can find more of my content at my website at www.thefrankfriar.com, there you can find links to my YouTube channel and blog.

The Communion Of Saints Vs. The Destruction Of Devil's Night (ep. 29)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2017 4:26


Growing up in Michigan I had to deal with the events of Devil's night. Reflecting upon this experience from my childhood, in light of the Feast of All Saints Day, I offer an important insight about the communion of saints for our lives today. If you like this episode please follow/subscribe to the podcast. Also, you can find more of my content at www.thefrankfriar.com, there you can find links to my YouTube channel and blog.

Defeating The Devil: Speaking The Name Of Jesus (ep. 28)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2017 8:01


In today's episode I talk about an experience I had while I studied in the seminary. Find out what happen, but listening today. Please follow or subscribe to my podcast today. If you like my content please visit my website at www.thefrankfriar.com

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