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Catholic men — it's time to wake up.The battle is real, and it's personal. Welcome to Part 3 of the Daily Grind with Go.d If you're not actively fighting for your soul, your wife's, and your children's, you're losing ground. This is not a game. Satan is not playing around, and the culture of comfort is numbing us into spiritual death.This episode is a direct challenge to you. To stop sleepwalking through your vocation. To take spiritual warfare seriously. To stop blaming everyone else and start owning your mission as a man, husband, and father. I talk about the realities of hell, the lies of the world, and how most men are spiritually passive while pretending they're doing enough. Spoiler: we're not.I walk through my own moments of cowardice; not to beat myself up, but to show that if we don't face the hard truth, we'll never change. I also offer a clear battle plan: Confession, the Rosary, fasting, sacramentals, and brotherhood. You need a weapon in one hand and a rosary in the other.Attend the Silent Retreat in Grand Rapids, MI!

Men, are you just clocking in, or are you building the Kingdom of God through your work?In this powerful second part of our Daily Grind with God series, we confront the real battle most of us fight every day, the temptation to see our jobs as a burden instead of a mission. Whether at a desk, in the trades, on the road, or at home with the kids, your work matters to God.This is the truth grounded in Scripture and the Catechism. In Colossians 3:23, St. Paul commands us: "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men." When you live this out, even the most mundane spreadsheet becomes an offering. Even changing diapers becomes an altar.This episode dives into:How your job is part of your divine vocation (CCC 2427)Why St. Joseph, St. Therese of Lisieux, and St. Josemaría Escrivá are your daily companions in the grindHow to turn every workday into a prayer through intention, rededication, and excellenceThe real danger of turning work into your god—or treating it like it's meaninglessAnd most importantly, the spiritual challenge I give every man listening: Offer your work this week as a sacrifice for a specific intentionIt's time to stop coasting. Get intentional. Sanctify your labor. You don't need to change careers—you need to change your heart.3 POWERFUL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Your desk, your tools, your kitchen—that is your battlefield.”“God doesn't want your sloppy seconds. He wants your best.”“Are you working for God, or are you working for yourself?”KEY TAKEAWAY FOR CATHOLIC MEN:Start offering your work every single day for a specific intention—your spouse, your kids, your priest, the souls in purgatory. Make your labor a prayer. This is your battlefield. Fight with purpose.RESOURCES & REFERENCES MENTIONED:Catechism of the Catholic Church, Paragraph 2427Colossians 3:23St. Therese of Lisieux – The Little WaySt. Josemaría Escrivá – Spirituality of WorkSt. Benedict – Ora et Labora (Pray and Work)Book: The Power of Silence by Cardinal Robert SarahEvent: Men's Silent Retreat – June 14, Grand Rapids, MI @ Franciscan Life Center (Link in show notes)SHARE THIS EPISODE Men, we are in a war—and most of us are losing the battle in the workplace by treating our job like it's separate from our faith. Forward this to a brother who's stuck in a rut, burned out, or tempted to check out. We need soldiers—not spectators.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

What if I told you the battle for your soul starts the moment your eyes open?In this kickoff to our Daily Grind with God series, we challenge Catholic men to reclaim their mornings through the ancient spiritual weapon of the Morning Offering. This isn't about adding another item to your to-do list but about performing a simple act to start your day that can change everything. The world wants your attention from the second you wake up. So does God. Who gets your first thought?In this episode, we talk:How a simple prayer transforms chaos into missionWhat the Catechism and saints like St. Josemaría Escrivá and St. John Paul II say about sanctifying daily lifeWhy your morning routine determines whether you're leading your family—or being led by the noiseHow even one intentional prayer can rewire your day and sharpen your focusI walk you through the traditional Morning Offering and share flexible ways to make it your own—no excuses. I also challenge every man listening: Plant your flag for Christ the moment your day begins.Stop surviving your mornings. Start owning them—for Him.3 POWERFUL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:“Are you man enough to start your day with God? Or are you letting the world set your agenda?”“Plant your flag for Christ—before your feet even hit the floor.”“Your morning offering turns your daily grind into a mission for God's Kingdom.”KEY TAKEAWAY FOR CATHOLIC MEN:Make a Morning Offering every day this week before you do anything else. Offer it for a specific intention: your wife, your kids, your priest, the souls in purgatory. Begin your battle with God at your side.REFERENCES & RESOURCES MENTIONED:Traditional Morning Offering PrayerCatechism of the Catholic Church, 2634 and 898Psalm 5:3 — “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice…”St. Josemaría Escrivá — Living daily life for GodSt. Francis de Sales — Preparing the soul for peace each morningSt. Pope John Paul II — “Do not be afraid to be saints”Prayer to your Guardian Angel to attend Mass on your behalf (Link in show notes)Archbishop Athanasius Schneider's prayer for the conclaveMention of Cardinal Robert Sarah as a personal papal hopefulCALL TO ACTION: If this message hits home, don't keep it to yourself. Share it with a brother who needs structure, purpose, and fire in his mornings. Subscribe, leave a review, and join The Manly Catholic movement.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Does Christ's Resurrection ignite your soul? In this Easter Sunday homily, Fr. Dom proclaims the victory of Jesus over death: a real, historical event that demands you live differently. From the empty tomb to the Shroud of Turin's mysterious radiation, Fr. Dom reveals the Resurrection's power and challenges you to embrace it every day. Be a warrior for Christ: let the Eucharist transform you and build God's kingdom. Powerful Quotes from the Homily:  “Every day is a resurrection day. Every day is full of joy and peace and gladness if you want it.”  “What we celebrate here is Jesus Christ conquering death that has a grip on our soul.”  “The image found is limited to the very topmost fibers suggesting that radiation was involved in its creation.”Key Takeaway for Men:Embrace the resurrection daily by receiving the Eucharist and letting Christ transform your heart, mind, and body to build His kingdom with zeal and courage. Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Are we ready to face death fearlessly? In this Easter Vigil homily, Fr. Dom dives into the core of our faith: Christ's triumph over death. This isn't myth; it's history that transforms us. From the world's chaos to the Easter candle's light, Fr. Dom unpacks the liturgy's power and challenges you to live the resurrection daily. This year, thousands of new Catholics are being baptized or entering the Catholic Church. Fr. Dom calls you to be Christ's warriors: to love fiercely, proclaim boldly, and lead others to God's house. Powerful Quotes from the Homily:  “Not even death itself. O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting? Nowhere.”  “Jesus the Christ, defeating death. What a great warrior. He's not some soft pacifist. He's going to war.”  “Bring them out of the darkness. All of us are called to do that.”Key Takeaway for Men: Live the resurrection daily by loving those closest to you with fierce devotion and boldly proclaiming Christ, drawing others from the world's chaos into God's house. Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Christ is risen—Alleluia! Welcome to the final reflection of our Lenten journey with St. Joseph. Easter Sunday is here, and it's time to celebrate the victory of Jesus over death. In this episode, I thank you for joining us, share gratitude for our team, and reflect on what this season means. Whether your Lent was a triumph or a struggle, today's challenge is clear: look back on your journey, pinpoint what worked, what didn't, and decide how you'll grow in this Easter season. This isn't the finish line—it's a new chapter in the marathon of faith. Hit play to feel the joy of the resurrection and get fired up to keep pushing forward. Subscribe, drop a comment, or reach out at themanlycatholic@gmail.com. Support us at buymeacoffee.com/TMC if you're led to. Let's feast today and live as saints!SEO Keywords: Easter Sunday reflection, Catholic men podcast, St. Joseph Lent, Jesus resurrection, Lenten series wrap-up, Christian men spirituality, Catholic Easter season, Mystic Monk Coffee, Catholic podcast support.Products/References Mentioned:  Mystic Monk Coffee (link in show notes)  buymeacoffee.com/TMC (support link)  themanlycatholic@gmail.com (mailto:themanlycatholic@gmail.com) (contact email)  Custom rosary (offered with certain support tiers)Powerful Quotes from the Transcript:  “He is risen. He is risen indeed. We are indeed an Easter people and Alleluia is our song.”  “No matter how your Lenten journey went, whether it was the best Lent ever for you or you thought it was terrible... today is the day to celebrate.”  “This is a marathon. It's not a sprint... we're turning the page and we're entering into a new season.”Key Takeaway for Men:Reflect today on your Lenten journey—what went well, what didn't—and commit to one specific way to grow in faith during the Easter season.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Gentlemen, Holy Saturday is upon us. A solemn pause before the joy of Easter. In Day 40 of our Lenten journey with St. Joseph, we confront the weight of Christ's sacrifice in sacred silence. I challenge you to join me for 12 minutes of reflection, honoring the 12 tribes and disciples, to ponder what Jesus did for you on the cross. He died for your sins—feel that truth today. No Mass, just waiting, fasting, and prayer as we anticipate His resurrection. I also share why silence is vital in our noisy world, drawing from Cardinal Sarah's The Power of Silence. This episode is your chance to go deep, to be still, and to prepare your heart for tomorrow. Hit play, embrace the silence, and let's finish Lent strong. Be a saint.SEO Keywords: Holy Saturday reflection, Catholic men podcast, St. Joseph Lent, sacred silence, Jesus sacrifice, Lenten series, Cardinal Sarah silence, Christian men spirituality, Easter vigil preparation, Catholic fasting.Products/References Mentioned:  The Power of Silence Against the Dictatorship of Noise by Cardinal Robert Sarah  Immaculate Heart of Mary, Grand Rapids (perpetual adoration)  Powerful Quotes from the Transcript:  “He died because of my sins. Reflect on that today for 12 minutes as we experience this Holy Saturday.”  “God literally thirsts for you. He's calling to you. He's always wanting to be with you and how will you respond?”  “Imagine if you were actually there and you had no idea that Jesus was going to rise again tomorrow, what would you feel?”Key Takeaway for Men:Carve out 12 minutes today for silent reflection to confront your sins and Christ's sacrifice, preparing your heart for Easter.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Gentlemen, Good Friday is here. A day to pause and reflect on the sacrifice Jesus made for each of us. In this powerful episode of our Lenten Reflection Series with St. Joseph, I share a moving meditation from Mother Teresa titled I Thirst for You. It's a raw reminder that Jesus doesn't just love us collectively; He thirsts for you, personally, standing at the door of your heart, knocking. Will you let Him in? I dive into what this means for us as Catholic men: the call to reject sin, embrace His love, and live for heaven. My challenge to you? Get to adoration or a Good Friday service today. Spend time with the Lord who gave everything for you. Are you thirsting for Him like He thirsts for you? This episode will stir your soul and push you to act. Hit play, reflect, and let's prepare for Easter Sunday together. Be a saint.SEO Keywords: Good Friday reflection, Catholic men podcast, Mother Teresa I Thirst, St. Joseph Lent, Jesus sacrifice, Catholic adoration, Lenten series, Christian men spirituality, Easter preparation, veneration of the cross.Products/References Mentioned:  I Thirst for You pamphlet by Mother Teresa  Good Friday services (adoration, veneration of the cross)  Powerful Quotes from the Transcript:  “I thirst for you. Yes, that is the only way to even begin to describe my love for you. I thirst for you. I thirst to love your life.”  “No matter how far you may wander, no matter how often you forget me... I thirst for you, just as you are.”  “Are you getting to heaven? Are you guiding your family to heaven? That is our mission. That is our job, our vocation.”Key Takeaway for Men:Spend time in adoration or at a Good Friday service today to encounter Jesus personally and respond to His thirst for your soul.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Holy Thursday. The Last Supper. The institution of the Eucharist. And a call to humility. Easter is Sunday. Today, we aredigging into Christ's radical love with St. Joseph as our guide. Jesus washed His disciples' feet and gave us His Body and Blood. This isn't just a story. It's our daily reality, a taste of heaven in every Mass. Peter balked, but Jesus insisted: service and sacrifice define us.  The Catechism ties this night to the Cross; St. Augustine sees it as cleansing power. It's Christ's playbook—humility like Joseph's, service over status. Your challenge: Live it today. Wash your wife's and kids' feet if you're married—show them love through action. Can't? Go to Mass, see the altar stripped, feel the weight. Or pray the Litany of Humility. Pick one, do it. Jesus didn't just act to be nice—He saved us, stayed with us. Are you on His team or the devil's? No gray area, men—choose.  Products/References Mentioned:  Catechism of the Catholic Church  Gaudium et Spes (Second Vatican Council)  Council of Trent (1551)  St. Augustine's writings  St. Cyril of Jerusalem's writings  St. Thomas Aquinas's writings  Benedict XVI's reflection  Litany of HumilityPowerful Quotes:  “Jesus, the master, the maker, the creator, the king of kings, kneels down to wash his disciples' feet.”  “The Eucharist is the gift that surpasses all gifts. A moment where heaven touches earth.”  “If you're not willing to risk everything for God, then who are you willing to risk it at all for?”Key Takeaway:Serve someone today—wash a foot, attend Mass, or pray humbly. Act now to mirror Christ and Joseph's self-giving love.  Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Spy Wednesday is here and we're switching it up. Just three days from Easter, I'm inviting you into 10 minutes of sacred silence. Something different today: a chance to pause. Judas betrayed Jesus today for 30 pieces of silver, setting the stage for tomorrow's agony. What did Joseph feel in his trials? Your challenge: Be still for 10 minutes. Drop the podcast speed to normal, let Jeff's calming music guide you, and reflect—on Christ, on Joseph, on your life.  Maybe you're swamped, stressed, or off-track this Lent. That's fine. This is your reset. Simplify, obey, be humble—10 minutes to listen to God's voice. It might be your only break today, so take it. Hit play to join me in this silence.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Tuesday of Holy Week. Only four days until Easter, and we're going deep. Yesterday was about simplifying; today, I'm leading you through the St. Joseph Rosary, a powerful prayer reflecting on five mysteries of his life. Never heard of it? I stumbled across it last year, and it's perfect for our Lenten journey with him. Grab your beads, hit pause if you need to, and pray with me. The rosary is the weapon of our times. It is a weapon against the devil and a lifeline to Christ through Joseph. Hit play to join me in prayer and gear up for the Passion. Subscribe on Buzzsprout, share with a brother, and email us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com. Tomorrow, we keep marching toward sainthood. Check the show notes for a pamphlet on the St. Joseph Rosary—I'll link it.  St. Joseph RosaryPowerful Quotes:  “Through the intercession of St. Joseph, may we come to understand the true meaning of marital love and thereby strengthen our families.”  “Joseph took Jesus and Mary to Nazareth, and there lived a quiet life working as a carpenter with Jesus and Mary at his side to the end.”  “Simplify, be humble, be simple, be obedient. That's all you have to focus on.”Key Takeaway:Pray the St. Joseph Rosary today—focus on one mystery, like his hidden life, and align your vocation with God's will right now. Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Men, Holy Week is upon us, and the finish line is in sight. Whether Lent has been a triumph or a struggle, now is your chance to lock in. Easter's close, but we're not there yet.   St. Joseph lived hidden, guarding the God-man in silence while the world ignored him. His humility shone in poverty and trials, his faith unshaken by darkness. He's our model now. Here's your challenge: Simplify your life today. Too many prayers? Too much noise? Pick one thing—silence, Scripture, a single act of charity—and do it well, humbly, like Joseph. Maybe you've stumbled this Lent; doesn't matter. It's how you finish that counts. Lean into his example to make this Holy Week your strongest yet.  Men, Satan trembles at Joseph's quiet strength. Want to honor God and enter Easter's mystery? Simplify and focus. Products/References Mentioned:  Consecration to St. Joseph by Father Donald CallowayPowerful Quotes:  “Joseph sought God in simplicity. Joseph found God in detachment. Joseph enjoyed God's company in obscurity.”  “He guards a God-man and breathes not a word of it. He is the witness of so great a mystery and he tastes it in secret without divulging it abroad.”  “Not how you start, it's how you finish. Right, gentlemen? How can we simplify our lives? How can we finish strong?”Key Takeaway:Simplify today—choose one humble act, like sitting in silence, and do it with focus. Start now to mirror St. Joseph and end Lent strong.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

One day away. Palm Sunday is tomorrow. Holy Week's knocking. Are you ready? I'm diving into the privileges of devotion to St. Joseph, pulling from Father Calloway's Consecration to St. Joseph and the wisdom of saints like St. Josemaría Escrivá. Today's about why loving St. Joseph matters. Blessed Maria Teresa of St. Joseph went from a Protestant home to a nun, leaning on him through rejection and hardship. Venerable Mary of Ágreda lists seven graces he brings like purity, a happy death, and terrifying demons. Our Lady herself told mystics his intercession's unmatched. Why? He loved Jesus and Mary most after God, living humility and silence we can't fathom. Here's your challenge: Reflect on your Lent. How's it going? Slipped up? Forgotten your goals? Look to St. Joseph's obedience and quiet strength—make this Holy Week your best yet.  Men, Satan hates Joseph's power. Want to shield your family and grow closer to Christ? Devotion to him is your weapon.  Products/References Mentioned:  Consecration to St. Joseph by Father Donald Calloway  The Mystical City of God by Venerable Mary of Ágreda  St. Josemaría Escrivá's quote on St. JosephPowerful Quotes:  “He is the person who has most loved God after our mother. He deserves your affection and it will do you good to get to know him because he is the master of the interior life.”  “In virtue of these special privileges, the intercession of St. Joseph is most powerful… for attaining the virtue of purity and overcoming the sensual inclinations of the flesh.”  “The whole human race has much undervalued the privileges and prerogatives conceded to my blessed spouse, and they know not what his intercession with God is able to do.”Key Takeaway:Pause today—reflect on St. Joseph's silence and humility. Apply it now to refocus your Lent and enter Holy Week with purpose.  Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Day 33 of our Lenten journey with St. Joseph is upon us and we are just two days from Palm Sunday.  Feeling worn down? This episode's for you. I'm diving into Pope Leo XIII's 1889 encyclical, Quamquam Pluries, unpacking why St. Joseph's intercession is our lifeline in tough times. Pope Leo saw faith fading, charity cooling, and the Church under attack. He urged Catholics to turn to St. Joseph, Mary's spouse and guardian of Jesus, for divine help. Why him? Because the Word of God obeyed him, and that authority still shakes Satan. Today, I'm challenging you: What do you need to fast from? Look at your life—phone addiction, late nights, old sins creeping back? Satan's not creative; he's just observant, hitting your weak spots. Is it drawing me to Christ or pulling me away?  Men, we're in a desert like Jesus before His ministry. Basics matter: sleep, food, water. Neglect those, and your spiritual foundation's sand. Pope Leo reminds us the stakes are souls. Our Lady at Fatima said the final fight's for the family. What's distracting you from that mission? Identify it, fast from it today. Hit play for a reflection to realign your will with God's. Products/References Mentioned:  Quamquam Pluries encyclical by Pope Leo XIII  Fatima message from the Blessed Virgin MaryPowerful Quotes:  “The times we live in are scarcely less deplorable for the Christian religion than the worst days, which in time past were most full of misery to the Church.”  “Satan and his demons, they're not creative in their attacks… they just observe you very well and they remember.”  “If you're not taking care of yourself and your family, no matter what Satan is doing, you need to take care of yourself.”Key Takeaway:Fast from one distraction today—phone, a vice, anything pulling you from Christ. Start now; it's your first step to strengthening your family against evil.  Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Men, day 32 of our Lenten journey with St. Joseph is here, and it's a powerful one. As Holy Week nears, this episode dives into why St. Joseph, a humble layman, strikes terror into the devil's heart. I'm reading straight from Father Calloway's Consecration to St. Joseph, sharing the gripping story of Blessed Bartolo Longo, a former satanic priest turned Dominican who found redemption through St. Joseph's intercession. From occult darkness to building the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary in Pompeii, his life proves St. Joseph's title: Terror of Demons.  Here's your challenge, men: reflect on St. Joseph's virtues and ask, How can I make the devil fear me? Focus on one area to improve today. Want to protect your family and lead them to heaven? Become an apparition of St. Joseph. His fatherhood is our model; his power, our weapon. As we head into Holy Week, let's step up and make demons flee.  Hit play for a reflection that'll strengthen your resolve. Subscribe on Buzzsprout, YouTube, or wherever you listen, and email us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com with your thoughts. Tomorrow, we keep pushing to be saints.  Products/References Mentioned:  Consecration to St. Joseph by Father Donald Calloway  Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Pompeii  Blessed Bartolo Longo's book of meditations and prayers to St. JosephPowerful Quotes:  “The fatherhood of Saint Joseph terrorizes the devil. The humility of Saint Joseph terrorizes the devil. The charity of Saint Joseph terrorizes the devil.”  “Pronounced often and with great confidence the name of Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Their names bring peace, love, health, blessings… and a terror to demons.”  “If a man allows himself to be an apparition of St. Joseph, imitating the virtues of St. Joseph, Satan becomes powerless in his attacks against the family.”Key Takeaway:Pray to St. Joseph daily, invoking his name with confidence, to protect your family and grow in the fatherhood that terrifies Satan. Start today—consistency is your strength.  Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Gentlemen, picture this: you're in a boat, rowing hard, but you can't see the finish line. Who's steering you through the chaos? Day 31 of our Lenten journey with St. Joseph brings a powerful analogy that'll hit home for every Catholic man striving to live with purpose. In this reflection, I unpack a gem from Emily Wilson about Jesus as the coxswain of our lives. He's the one calling the pace, guiding us through turbulent waters, while we row blind. St. Joseph steps up as our model: a man who trusted God's voice, grabbed his oar, and rowed without hesitation, even when the night was dark and the devil was near.We dive into the rowing team of your life. Who's in your boat? Your wife, your kids, closest brothers? Are you syncing with Jesus, or spinning in circles, distracted by the noise of the world? I challenge you today: reflect on who is in your boat right now. What direction are you heading? Whose voice are you tuning into—Jesus, the father of lies, or the endless scroll of dopamine hits? Your choice dictates your life's course. We wrap with a prayer to St. Joseph, guardian of families, to keep us steady.Hit play, Catholic men. Reflect on your boat, your crew, and your coxswain. Then ask: whose voice am I following? References Mentioned:The Boys in the Boat (movie/book about the 1936 Olympic rowing team)Emily Wilson (Catholic speaker)St. John Paul II's Redemptoris Custos (mentioned from previous episode)Powerful Quotes“Jesus is literally the only one in your life who knows where you are going.”  “You cannot chase the noise. You need to stay on the oar and listen to the voice of your coxswain.”  “The decision you make is gonna dictate the rest of your life.”Key TakeawayReflect today: identify the voice you're listening to most—Jesus or the distractions—and realign your focus on Him as your coxswain. Trust His pace, even when you can't see the shore.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Another tidal wave crashes into you. You barely tread water. You sense your boat is sinking. Who's your rock? Day 30 of our Lenten trek with St. Joseph on The Manly Catholic hits hard. Redemptoris Custos shines light on St. Joseph and how he carried Jesus and Mary, God's most precious treasures, and didn't crack. What do you think he will do for you?This isn't about miracles or sermons. It's Joseph swinging a hammer, shielding his family from Herod, showing Jesus how to be a man. He's the quiet guy in the shadows, trusting God when plans are extinguished. He is the master of obedience to the faith. My challenge: serve today. Wash your wife's feet, grab her flowers, usher at Mass—do something. Holy Week's closing in; don't just sit there.  Joseph's your model. He is steady, selfless, real. Are you? Fathers, priests, mentors, someone's watching you. Step up. Hit play, brothers—let's lean into God's will like Joseph did.  References:  Redemptoris Custos (1989, St. Pope John Paul II)  Holy Bible (Matthew, Luke)  St. Joseph Terror of Demons PrayerPowerful Quotes:  “He didn't argue, guys. He didn't stall. He didn't question. He just took action.” “That is strength that most of us, gosh, can only begin to fathom.”  “You don't need to be a hero out there, but you've got to be real.”Key Takeaway:Serve today—do one concrete act of love or duty for someone. That's Joseph's way, and it's yours now. Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Life will surprise you. It likes to throw curveballs at you at unexpected times. Will you swing or duck? Lent is nearing Holy Week, and we're reflecting on how a righteous man like Joseph faced chaos with virtue.  Picture this: Joseph's world flips upside down, yet once God's will clicks, he doesn't hesitate. He steps up as husband, guardian, and defender. Today's culture tells men to run from unplanned challenges, abandoning women and kids, and staying at work until 10 PM to "provide for your family." Joseph shows us differently. He prays, discerns, and acts. My challenge to you: take that hurdle in your life and hit your knees. Seek God's will through prayer today. Don't let the world's Herod choke out your call to greatness.  We kick off with St. Michael's prayer and close with St. Joseph, terror of demons—your spiritual wingmen. This episode's for men ready to ditch passivity, root themselves in Scripture, and prepare for life's game days. One week from Holy Week, it's time to fight. Hit play, brothers—let's get to work.  References:  Holy Bible (Matthew 1:19)  St. Michael Prayer  St. Joseph Terror of Demons PrayerPowerful Quotes:  “No more passivity, no more excuses, no more lukewarm faith. This is your battle cry, your call to arms.”  “Once his eyes were opened to the will of God, without hesitation, he leaned into it fully and embraced it with great virtue.”  “We were not made for comfort. We were made for greatness.”Key Takeaway:Pray today. Take your latest curveball to God, discern His will, and act—don't let chaos win.  Send us a textSupport the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

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Demons are clawing at your soul: temptation, rage, despair, real and relentless. Who's the warrior you call when hell unleashes its worst? St. Joseph, Terror of Demons, the silent carpenter who makes evil tremble. In this Lenten Reflection we're deep in the fight. St. Joseph didn't just flee to Egypt with Jesus and Mary; he stared down Satan's hounds and won. Saints like St. John Bosco and St. Faustina saw it: invoke him, and demons scatter. Fr. Calloway's exorcism tale proves it—a relic of Joseph sent them screaming. Why? He is holy, pure, backed by Jesus and Mary, Hell's ultimate foes. Be the terror they fear. My challenge: pray today for your garden. Your wife, kids, parish. Guard them like St. Joseph did. Hit play, grab your rosary, and let's make demons run.Keywords: St. Joseph, Catholic men, Terror of Demons, Lent reflection, spiritual battle, prayer, faith, Manly Catholic podcast  Products/References:  Catechism: Paragraph 329  Tradition: Fr. Donald Calloway, St. John Bosco, St. Faustina Kowalska (Diary), St. Teresa of Avila  Contact: themanlycatholic@gmail.com  Powerful Quotes:  “St. Joseph is not just a carpenter with a toolbox. He's the guy who stood between hell and the Holy Family, swinging with divine backup.”  “Be a man that when you wake up, your feet hit the ground, Satan and his demons say, crap, he's getting up.”  “If we are not praying consistently for these people that God entrusted to put into our lives... we are failing as men.”Key Takeaway:Pray today for your garden—your family, your vocation. Five minutes calling on St. Joseph to guard them sets you as a terror to evil.  Call to Action: Share this episode with a brother, and hit us up at themanlycatholic@gmail.com or YouTube with your battle stories. Let's finish Lent fierce with St. Joseph!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

The two guarentees in life are death and taxes. Maybe not today, but death is out there, real and heavy. Who's in your corner when the end closes in? St. Joseph, Patron of the Dying, the guy who died with Jesus and Mary at his side, offering you a happy death if you lean on him. In this Lenten Reflection, we tackle the unavoidable head-on. Joseph's not just a saint for the cozy moments but he is the steady hand turning fear into peace. St. Alphonsus Liguori and Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich back it up: he left this world surrounded by holiness, showing us how to die in God's grace. Our culture dodges death; Joseph embraces it, teaching us to live better by facing it. Your challenge: take one minute today. Reflect on your death: who is there, and what matters? It's not about more shifts or cash but about relationships with God and family. Hit play, grab your coffee, and let's stare down the end with St. Joseph's grit.Keywords: St. Joseph, Catholic men, Patron of the Dying, Lent reflection, memento mori, death, faith, Manly Catholic podcast  Products/References:  Catechism: Paragraph 1014  Book: The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter  Tradition: St. Alphonsus Liguori, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich (Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary)  Contact: themanlycatholic@gmail.com  Powerful Quotes:  “When we reflect on death more and more throughout our day... it changes how we behave in the here and the now.”  “St. Joseph is the patron of the dying because he gets the struggle... he's that man to go to for a happy death.”  “At the end of the day, that's all that matters—our relationship first and foremost with God... and then with the people that God entrusted to us.”Key Takeaway:Take one minute today to think about your death—what you'd regret, who you'd want near. It'll sharpen your focus on what's real: God and family.  Call to Action: Share this episode with a brother, and drop us a line at themanlycatholic@gmail.com or a comment on YouTube/X. Let's finish Lent strong with St. Joseph!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Gentlemen, ever wonder what St. Joseph felt when Mary's pregnancy rocked his world? In this Manly Catholic Lenten Reflection, we dive into a rare gem, the Mystical City of God by Venerable Mary of Jesus of Agreda, distilled by Michael DeMaio. Okayed by the Church, this private revelation paints Joseph as a master craftsman who shunned wealth, a 33-year-old virgin picked by God with a blooming staff, and a man wrestling with doubt yet rising to protect the Holy Family. From grueling journeys to Egypt to Mary tending his frail final years, it's raw, human, and real. Your challenge: re-listen and step into Joseph's shoes. Use Ignatian imaginative prayer; feel his anger, resolve, and trust. How would you react? Be honest. This isn't dogma, but a window into a saint who is flesh and bone just like us. Hit play, grab your coffee, and let's walk Nazareth's dust with him.Keywords: St. Joseph, Catholic men, Mystical City of God, Lent reflection, imaginative prayer, faith, Manly Catholic podcast  Products/References:  Book: Mystical City of God by Venerable Mary of Jesus of Agreda  Text: City of God Stories by Michael DeMaio  Prayer: Terror of Demons, Memorare to St. Joseph  Powerful Quotes:  “St. Joseph was 33 years old, strong, fit, and handsome... he could have become a very rich man, but instead he gave most of his earnings to the poor.”  “If St. Joseph had believed that Mary had any guilt in causing her pregnancy, he would have died of sorrow.”  “They had flesh and bones just like us, they had doubts, they had worries, they had hopes and dreams, and it just puts flesh in the game.”Key Takeaway:Today, take 10 minutes to imagine yourself as Joseph—facing Mary's news, trekking to Egypt. Feel it, then ask: how would I respond? Honesty builds grit.  Call to Action: Share this episode with a brother, and let us know how this hits you. Journey deeper with St. Joseph.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Life is hard. Isn't it? Beats you down. Kicks you. Then picks you up and does it again. But when the valley is dark, who's your anchor? Jesus, of course. But also St. Joseph, the Comfort of the Afflicted. Today, we unpack how this silent saint, who faced poverty, exile, and doubt, lifts us from misery. He's no statue. He hears your cry. He is a brother who's been there: losing Jesus, shielding Mary, and battling demons. The Church hands us his playbook: the seven corporal and spiritual works of mercy. Feed the hungry, forgive the sinner, comfort the broken—he lived it, even when afflicted. Your challenge: pick one work today. Drop off a meal, forgive a grudge, pray for a lost soul—act now, even if you're hurting. St. Joseph's strength wasn't a gift; it was forged. Lean on him, then be him for someone else. Hit play, grab your busted-up heart, and let's climb out of the pit together.Keywords: St. Joseph, Catholic men, Comfort of the Afflicted, Lent reflection, works of mercy, strength, faith, Manly Catholic podcast  Products/References:  Catechism: Paragraph 2447  Scripture: Psalm 23:4  Tradition: St. Teresa of Avila, St. Thomas Aquinas  Powerful Quotes:  “You don't have to feel strong to be strong. St. Joseph didn't have a cushy life... but he was a pillar anyway.”  “Lean on St. Joseph when you are afflicted and then turn around and comfort someone else—that is being a man strong enough to hurt and still help.”  “If we are seeing someone living consistently in a life of sin and we don't try to correct them, are we actually being a loving person? The answer is no.”Key Takeaway:Act today: do one work of mercy—feed someone, forgive someone, pray for someone. Strength starts when you move, not when you feel ready.  Call to Action: Share with a brother, and tell us how you're rising up on YouTube or wherever you listen. Keep this Lenten journey alive—St. Joseph's got us!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Storms. They come at all stages in life. Bills are stacking up, your wife is stressed, and your kids are lost in screens. Who holds it together? YOU. And St. Joseph, the Pillar of Families, shows you how. Today, we dig into his role as the rock of the Holy Family. He was the pillar of the Holy Family. Steady, faithful, and unbreakable. He wasn't just a carpenter fixing tables; he built a home where Jesus learned to pray and Mary thrived, facing chaos like Egypt's exile with a spine of steel. The Catechism (1655) calls the Holy Family the Christian model with Joseph being the cornerstone. Our world might be splashing around the boat, but you can be the anchor.Lead your family in prayer today. Start with grace before dinner or do a full rosary if you are up for it. Small, doable, foundational. Your family's not a side gig; it's your battleground for sainthood. Hit play, grab your work boots, and let's build a legacy that stands firm like Joseph's.Keywords: St. Joseph, Catholic men, Pillar of Families, Lent reflection, family, faith, strength, Manly Catholic podcast  Products/References:  Catechism: Paragraph 1655  Encyclical: Redemptoris Custos by St. Pope John Paul II  Prayer: Terror of Demons, Memorare to St. Joseph  Tradition: St. Bernardine of Siena  Social Media: Twitter, YouTube  Contact: themanlycatholic@gmail.comPowerful Quotes:  “You're not just a paycheck or a handyman... you're the foundation. You're the tone setter, the one who stands firm no matter what the world throws at you.”  “Your family is not a side gig, it is your battleground. It is your call to sainthood.”  “You were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness. And being great is hard.”Key Takeaway:Start now: lead your family in one small prayer today—grace, Angelus, anything. Be the steady pillar they can lean on, because that's where holiness begins.  Call to Action: Share with a friend, and drop us a comment on YouTube or X. Let's keep this Lenten fire going—email us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

You are standing at the gates of a fortress. Your family, faith, and honor inside, and enemies are pounding to break through. That's St. Joseph, the Guardian of Virgins, standing firm to protect Mary, the holiest woman ever, and Jesus, our Savior. Today, we dive into what makes him a blueprint for manhood: raw strength in body, mind, and soul. From trekking miles with a pregnant Mary (Luke 2) to fleeing Herod's wrath (Matthew 2), Joseph didn't flinch. He trained for it. Physical grit, mental resolve, spiritual trust. He built it all through prayer and action. He guarded purity, living it himself, and faced a world that mocked it. Today, that's your call too. What are you protecting? You are called to protect your wife, kids, parish, and soul. Satan continues to whisper lies: You are soft. You are distracted. You are asleep. You can't handle this. Yes, St. Joseph is guiding you, telling you to “Wake up!” My challenge is a triple threat: build strength today. Physically, do something hard: push-ups, yard work, whatever tests you. Mentally, tackle a hard conversation you've dodged. Spiritually, hit your knees for five minutes with St. Joseph. Pick one or go all in, but start now. Your Nazareth is right where you stand. Hit play, grab your coffee, and let's forge men worthy of heaven.Products/References:  Scripture: Luke 2, Matthew 2  Catechism: Paragraph 1808  Email: themanlycatholic@gmail.com  Powerful Quotes:  “You cannot guard what is sacred if you are crumbling on the inside.”  “Your family is watching. God is watching. Step up like a man forged in Nazareth.”  “If you are not being filled by the Holy Spirit every day, there is no way you can serve.”Key Takeaway:Start today: pick one hard thing—physical, mental, or spiritual—and do it. Strength isn't a gift; it's earned, and your family needs it now.  Call to Action: Share with a brother, and email us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com to tell us how you're stepping up!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

When you picture the coolest guy in a Western flick, what do you see? Probably the one who appears calm, collected, and speaking only when it counts. St. Joseph would be the epitome of that man. Today, Jeff comes out of the shadows from behind the camera to unpack how Joseph's silence shaped Jesus, proving actions outshine words every time. No recorded lines in the Gospels, yet his presence screams patience, humility, and control. These are virtues we need as husbands and fathers. My challenge to you: carve out silence today. Block the noise and give God 15 minutes to speak. Hit play to hear how St. Joseph's quiet example can transform your life, then step up and live it.Products/References MentionedBook: Consecration to St. Joseph by Fr. Donald Calloway   Book: The Power of Silence Against the Dictatorship of Noise by Cardinal Robert Sarah  Email: themanlycatholic.gmail.com  Powerful Quotes“When Jesus speaks, we're hearing St. Joseph speak through Jesus.”  “Preach the gospel at all times, and when necessary, use words.”  “How can we say no to the outside and give silence to God?”Start today: find 15 minutes of silence. Shut off the phone, step away from the chaos, and listen to God—because that's where real strength begins.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

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Do you ever feel like your work, whether it's swinging a hammer, chasing deadlines, or just mowing the lawn, lacks purpose? Welcome to Day 20 of our Lenten Reflections series, where we unpack St. Joseph as the "Model of Workers." This isn't about a corner office or a fat paycheck; it's about a carpenter with calluses who taught Jesus how to work with his hands and turned sweat into worship. Joseph didn't just clock in. He sanctified every task, from shaping wood to shaping the Savior, showing us that labor can be love, duty, and a middle finger to the devil who hates honest effort. We'll dig into how Jesus learned this trade in Nazareth, prepping for Gethsemane, and how Jason Craig's Leaving Boyhood Behind ties it to a boy's shift from mom to dad. Today's challenge: pick one task big (like your job) small (like doing the dishes) and do it well. Offer it to God. Hit play to see how Joseph's example can flip your grind into glory, no matter what you do.Referenced Products/BooksLeaving Boyhood Behind: Reclaiming Catholic Brotherhood by Jason CraigPowerful Quotes"Work isn't drudgery. It's love, it's duty. It can be an act of worship to God."  "St. Joseph wasn't flashy, right? He was faithful though. He wasn't after applause, he was after providing for his family through the purpose that God gave him."  "Maximizing your potential, gentlemen, sometimes means that you're not maximizing your spiritual life with God."Offer your work to God today. Take one task, do it with heart, and sanctify it—because even the smallest job can echo eternity when it's for Him.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Men, ever feel crushed under the weight of chasing more? More money. More stuff, more status? In Day 19 (I know I said 9) of our Lenten Reflections series, we're tackling St. Joseph as the "Lover of Poverty;" a guy who didn't just survive with less but thrived in it, guarding the Savior with a hammer and a heart full of trust. This isn't about hating wealth or going broke; it's about stripping life down to what counts and letting God fill the gaps. We'll dive into how Joseph's simple carpenter life in Nazareth, his flight to Egypt with just the Magi's gifts, and his offering of two doves at the temple scream reliance on divine providence. Father Calloway calls him dirt-poor, yet St. Francis de Sales saw angels marveling at his humility. Today's challenge: scan your life, your ambitions, your toys, that extra shift, and pinpoint one thing tying you down. Can you cut it? Sell it? Surrender it to God's will? Hit play to see how Joseph's joyful poverty can free you from the grind and refocus you on what lasts.Powerful Quotes"The lover of poverty isn't about hating stuff or being broke. It's about loving a life stripped down to what matters, trusting God for the rest."  "Joseph shows that loving things less can mean living more for the things that truly matter—free from the grind of riches and what can't be bought."  "What's keeping you and preventing you from embracing God's will in your life, from following him? Can you ruthlessly eliminate it?"Surrender one attachment today. Look at what's clogging your soul—be it a gadget or a goal—and hand it to God; true wealth lies in what rust can't touch.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Ever wonder what it takes to stand firm when life throws chaos your way? In this episode of The Manly Catholic, we unpack Saint Joseph's title "Joseph Most Faithful" in our Lenten series. This isn't about Sunday lip service—Joseph lived a trust in God that didn't crack. For Catholic men, it's a wake-up call: faithfulness isn't a feeling, it's a choice. Push play to see how Joseph's steel resolve can fire up your vocation.He didn't bail when it got messy; he trusted God's wild plan. Are you faithful to your mission, men? To your wife, kids, parish? If you're not praying for them daily, you're dropping the ball. Life's a roller coaster—job's dull, marriage stalls, prayer's dry—but Joseph says hold the line. Faithfulness fights demons and builds heaven.Your challenge today: pray five minutes for your vocation. Married? Pray for your family. Discerning? Seek clarity. No excuses—do it. Lent's our shot to man up like Joseph. Subscribe, follow us on X, and let's keep rolling.Products and References MentionedBuy Me a Coffee Page: Support us at buymeacoffee.com/TMC.Social Media: Follow The Manly Catholic on X (Twitter) and YouTube.Email: Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com.Scripture Reference: Hebrews 11:6 – "Without faith it is impossible to please God, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him."Past Episode Reference: Episodes with Father Domine and Jesse Romero (specific titles not provided).3 Powerful Quotes"Faithfulness isn't just nodding at God on Sundays. It's rock solid loyalty, a trust that holds when life is a mess.""If you are married and you're not praying for your wife... every single day, you are failing in your role as a man.""When you show up, even when you don't want to... Think of what that is doing to the demons. They want you to stop."Pray daily for your vocation—no exceptions. Joseph's faithfulness was iron; yours starts with five minutes today. Whether it's your wife, kids, or discernment, show up in prayer. It's your duty, and it shields your soul from the enemy. Start now.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

What if obedience isn't weakness, but a superpower? In this episode of The Manly Catholic, we dive into Saint Joseph's title "Joseph Most Obedient" during our Lenten series. For Catholic men, this episode reframes obedience as strength, not submission, challenging us to align our will with God's. Hit play to explore how Joseph's unwavering trust can transform your vocation—whether husband, father, priest, or discerner.Joseph was a man of action, leading his family through danger, returning to Nazareth on God's word. No whining, no negotiating—just action. Obedience wasn't a one-off for Joseph; it was his daily yes to God. I ask you: Are you obedient to your calling? Husbands, to your wives? Fathers, to your kids? Priests, to your flock? If not, we're failing. This isn't about being a doormat—it's about choosing God over ego, passions, or unjust laws.Your challenge today, men: sit with God for two minutes. Ask through Joseph's intercession, “Lord, how can I be obedient to my vocation—or discern it—today?” Listen, act, start now. Lent's our shot to grow into men like Joseph. Subscribe, follow us on X, and join us tomorrow.Products and References MentionedBuy Me a Coffee Page: Support us at buymeacoffee.com/TMC.Social Media: Follow The Manly Catholic on X (Twitter) and YouTube.Email: Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com.Scripture Reference: Romans 5:19 – "For as by one man's disobedience many were made sinners, so by one man's obedience many will be made righteous."3 Powerful Quotes"Obedience gets a bad rap today. Sounds like it's weakness... But for Joseph, it's the opposite. It's actually his superpower.""Every time God speaks, Joseph moves... He didn't hesitate. He didn't whine about it... He just said yes. That is strength, man.""We are going to be obedient to something in this life. What is it going to be? Are you going to be obedient to God? ... God will never call you to do something contrary to his will."Say yes to God's call without delay. Joseph didn't stall when God spoke—he acted. Next time you feel that nudge—forgive, step up, ditch a habit—don't negotiate. Pray, trust, and move. Start with those two minutes today.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Imagine being woken in the dead of night by an angel, urgency ringing in your ears: "Get up, take your wife and child, and flee—someone's coming to kill your son." That's the reality Saint Joseph faced. As we journey through Lent with Saint Joseph, this episode dives deep into his title "Joseph Most Strong"—a man whose strength wasn't just in his carpenter's hands but in his unshakable resolve to protect his family and trust God when the world turned dark. This isn't a dusty saint story; it's a raw, human look at what real strength means for us men today—and how we can live it out.I'll walk you through Joseph's life—his response to Mary's pregnancy, his midnight trek to a hostile land—and ask: What would you do? When fear hits—flee, fight, freeze, or fawn—where do you land? Joseph didn't panic; he moved. And that's our cue. Today, strength might mean standing up for truth when the room's against you or pushing past exhaustion for your family. It's not about never feeling scared—it's about leaning on God and acting anyway.Here's your challenge, men: hit the gym today. Not for vanity, but because your body's a gift from God, a temple of the Holy Spirit. No more "dad bod" excuses—I've got four kids and sleep deprivation too, but we're called to be warriors for Christ. Lift something, sweat, take care of what He gave you. Pair that with a moment of prayer, asking Joseph to guide you into his kind of strength—physical and spiritual. This episode isn't just talk; it's a call to do. Push play, reflect, and step up.Products and References MentionedBuy Me a Coffee Page: Support the podcast financially at buymeacoffee.com/TMC.Social Media: Follow The Manly Catholic on X (Twitter) for updates.Email: Reach out at themanlycatholic@gmail.com.YouTube: Subscribe to the channel for video content.Scripture Reference: Psalm 27:14 – "Wait for the Lord, be strong and let your heart take courage."3 Powerful Quotes"Strength isn't just about lifting heavy loads... It's the grit to stand firm when everything's against you, the bravery to act when fear's screaming to run.""He rose up, packed, and he led his family into the night to a foreign land. That is strength—courageous, decisive, putting his body between danger and those he loved.""Our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit. Take care of your body. Enough of the excuses. I'm sleep deprived too. I have four little kids. I need to get to the gym. You need to get to the gym."Act beyond the fear. Joseph didn't let fear paralyze him—he trusted God and moved decisively to protect his family. Next time you're scared—whether it's a tough conversation or a big decision—pause, pray, and take the step anyway. Strength isn't feeling fearless; itSend us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Today, we're digging into “Joseph Most Prudent, ”a man who didn't just dodge the chaos but faced it head-on with wisdom and guts. He is the the kind of steady we're chasing, men, and this episode's your wake-up call to ditch the impulse and grab some foresight.We're breaking down prudence—not some timid, thumb-twiddling caution, but practical, hard-hitting wisdom. Joseph's a carpenter, not a loudmouth—measuring twice, cutting once, whether it's wood or life. From quietly shielding Mary to hauling his family to Egypt in the dead of night, he's all about calculated courage. I'll get real with you too—my own temper's a mess by 7 p.m., and I'm owning it. Prudence isn't loud, but it's strong, and it's what turns hotheads into men who build something lasting.Here's your challenge: Pick one decision you've been dodging—maybe a tough talk with your wife, a raise you deserve, or that temper itching to blow. Don't wing it. Pray it out, think it through, then act by tomorrow night. Count to 10, hit a Hail Mary, lean on St. Joseph—make it deliberate, not rash. Push play now to hear how Joseph's moves can sharpen yours. Lent's not for coasting—it's for stepping up, and I'm here to walk you through it.Hit that button, brothers. This one's raw, packed with meat, and ready to light a fire under you. Let's get prudent and get after it—together.Products and References Mentioned:The Bible: References include Matthew 1 (Joseph's response to Mary's pregnancy), Matthew 2 (flight to Egypt), and Proverbs 8:12 (“I, wisdom, dwell with prudence”).New Advent: Cited for the definition of prudence as “right reason applied to practice.”BuyMeACoffee.com/TMC: Support the podcast—link in show notes for donations from $5 to $50 monthly, with gear perks.3 Powerful Quotes:“Prudence isn't just about being cautious or playing it safe. It's practical wisdom. The ability to see what is right and do it. Even when it's tough.”“Inaction, men, is also an action. We cannot forget that sometimes it's prudent to wait, to seek counsel. But you can wait too long, and that in itself is making a decision.”“Prudence is quiet, men, but it is strong. It's not a weakness. Joseph does not shout his plans from the rooftops—he's working them out in his shop, in the night, in prayer.”Slow down before you snap—prudence starts now. Next time you're about to react (temper, spending, whatever), pause, pray a quick Hail Mary, and choose the smart play over the fast one. Joseph nailed it; you can too.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Today, we're zeroing in on “Joseph Most Chaste, ”a title that's not just a pat on the back, but a battle cry for us men. Joseph never flinched during his life. He guards his heart, his eyes, and his soul, living pure for God's plan. That's the kind of strength we're unpacking here.We're diving into what chastity really means, not just dodging the bad, but forging a life of purpose, body, mind, and spirit. Joseph didn't just abstain; he chose a love so deep it outshone every temptation. Maybe he vowed virginity alongside Mary, maybe not, the point is, he stuck to it. In a culture drowning us in locker room talk, billboards, and endless smartphone scrolls, Joseph's a lifeline. Porn's a click away, flirtations beckon when marriage gets tough—how do you stand firm? This episode's got answers.Here's your challenge: Pick one weak spot today—phone, gym eye-candy, whatever triggers you—and cut it off. Delete those apps, switch your workout time, get a dumb phone if you have to. Do it now, before the day's out, and ask St. Joseph to back you up. He's not some dusty statue; he's a warrior in your corner. Push play to hear how his chastity isn't weakness—it's power, freedom to love right and fight for what matters. Lent's your shot to step up—let's make it count.Hit that button now, brothers. This one's raw, real, and loaded with grit to get you through the muck. Let's lean on Joseph and lock in that purity together.Products and References Mentioned:The Bible: References include Matthew 1:25 (Joseph “knew her not” until Jesus' birth), Luke 2 (Joseph at Jesus' birth), and Psalm 24 (“He who has clean hands and a pure heart”).Consecration to St. Joseph: Book by Fr. Donald Calloway—highly recommended for this Lenten journey, grab it and dig in.BuyMeACoffee.com/TMC: Support the podcast—link in show notes for one-time or monthly giving with perks.3 Powerful Quotes: “Chastity is not just about avoiding sin. It's about purity of heart, purity of body, and purity of mind, living out that with purpose.”“St. Joseph shows that chastity isn't about what you can't do. It's about who and what you can become. It's freedom to love rightly, to protect what matters, to be a man worth trusting.”“Chastity is a fight worth winning.”Guard your eyes—today. If porn, social media, or that gym distraction's pulling you, ditch it now. Swap the phone for a rosary or a walk, and call on St. Joseph when it gets tough. Purity starts with one move.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Hey brothers, ever wonder what it takes to stand steady when life's throwing curveballs? Welcome back to another reflection on St. Joseph. This time, we're tackling “Joseph Most Just.” Imagine a guy so righteous he doesn't lash out or crumble in chaos—he shields, he acts, he trusts God. That's St. Joseph, and today, I'm unpacking how he's our blueprint for living justly in a world that's anything but.At work, you see a guy cutting corners—do you call him out or let it slide? At home, the kids are pushing every button, and you're wiped—do you scroll or step up? Joseph shows us justice is doing the right thing, not the easy one. Your challenge today: Pick one spot to act justly. Maybe it's pulling a co-worker aside to correct him with respect, not shame. Or it's apologizing to your wife or kids after a short-tempered moment—teach them the right way, even when you've messed up.Push play now to hear how St. Joseph's quiet strength can fire you up this Lent. It's not about perfection—it's about action, trust, and giving God His due. Let's grow into just men together—hit that button and let's roll.Products and References Mentioned:The Bible: Key references include Matthew 1:19 (“Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame”), Matthew 1:24 (Joseph's obedience post-dream), and Psalm 15 (the just man walks blamelessly).Consecration to St. Joseph: Book by Fr. Donald Calloway, recommended for the Lenten journey—grab it and follow along.BuyMeACoffee.com/TMC: Support the podcast financially—link in show notes for one-time or monthly giving with perks.3 Powerful Quotes“Justice isn't just fairness or sticking to rules. It's living rightly before God and others, giving God worship, our family love, our neighbors respect.”“St. Joseph proved time and time again that justice isn't loud. It is steady. It's picking what's right over what's comfortable.”“Are you being just towards God? Are you giving God His due? Are you spending time praying to Him? Are you frequently in the sacraments?”Act, don't just react. Next time you're tempted to snap or slack off—whether at work or home—pause, breathe, and choose the right move, not the easy one. Joseph did it; you can too.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Ever feel like life's throwing you into a tailspin, and you're just crash-landing into Sunday? From the 1st Sunday of Lent, Fr. Dom is pulling back the curtain on a wild week that led him straight into the First Sunday of Lent with no prep and a whole lot of trust. Picture this: 900 men at the KEPHA Men's Conference, Trent Horn and Father Don Calloway lighting up the room, and a 19-year-old kid bawling his eyes out because God crashed into his life. That's the kind of desert miracle we're unpacking today.We're diving into the Gospel where Jesus faces temptation in the desert—40 days of Satan hitting Him with lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and pride of life. He didn't need to do it, but He did—for us. I'll break down each temptation, from turning stones to bread to jumping off a temple, and show you how Jesus hands us the playbook to fight back: Scripture, trust, and surrender. This isn't just a story—it's your roadmap for Lent. Satan's real, not some cartoon villain, and he's after your heart. But God? He's the divine surgeon, ready to cut out the idols holding you back.So here's your challenge: Pick one temptation you're wrestling with—maybe it's the phone, food, or pride—and fast from it this week. Replace it with 10 minutes of Scripture daily (start with Luke 4). Tell a buddy to keep you honest. Miracles happen when you show up in the desert, vulnerable and ready.Push play now to get fired up for Lent. This isn't about surviving 40 days—it's about letting God transform you through them. Let's hit the ground running, together.3 Powerful Quotes“Satan wants you to stay attached to your idols that keep you away from God. God wants to cleanse your heart of your idols so that you can fall more in love with him and he can move through you and be with you in a very powerful way.”“Jesus shows us what to do when we're tempted by Satan in the desert. He combats Satan with the weapon of holy sacred scripture.”“When you blessed me, I was walking away. God spoke to me. Wow. Just like that. He says it's unbelievable because there was a whole week before this conference in our retreat, I was in the desert. I didn't want to go, but I came.”1 Key Takeaway for Men to Adapt Immediately:Face your temptations head-on with Scripture. Pick one weak spot today—scrolling, snacking, whatever—and hit it with a verse like “One does not live on bread alone” (Luke 4:4). Say it out loud when the urge hits. It's your weapon, and it works.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Brothers, ever wonder what it takes to be a real warrior—not just in the movies, but in the trenches of life? In this episode of the Manly Catholic Podcast, recorded March 10, 2025, for our Lenten Reflections, we're zeroing in on St. Joseph as the Zealous Defender of Christ. This isn't about swinging a sword in some epic battle scene—it's about the grit and guts it takes to shield your family and faith from the enemy prowling around us. St. Joseph didn't back down, and neither should we. Ready to unleash that warrior spirit God wired into you? Hit play and let's charge into this together.Here's what's on deck: St. Joseph wasn't a soldier, but he was a fierce protector—guarding Mary's honor, hauling his family to Egypt to dodge Herod, and keeping Satan's claws off the Holy Family. We'll unpack how his example flips the script on today's push for men to just sit back and shut up. This is about spiritual warfare, gentlemen—standing firm against the lies and threats gunning for your wife, kids, and church. I'll throw in a shoutout to my buddy Paul, who lost his job for defending the faith, to show you what real courage looks like. This episode's a wake-up call to stop snoozing while the battle rages.And because I'm not here to just talk at you, here's your challenge—take it seriously:  Assess the Threats - Sit down today and list one spiritual or physical danger hitting your home—maybe it's garbage media or a toxic influence.  Speak Up - If someone trashes the Church or the truth around you, say something. Start with, “Hold up, that's not how it is,” and back it with facts.  Make a Battle Plan - Write down how you'll defend your family (prayer, cutting distractions), your faith (knowing your stuff), and yourself (hit the gym, hit the pew). Then do it.This isn't optional—our homes are war zones, and the enemy's already inside. St. Joseph acted fast; we've got to move too. Whether you're a dad, a priest, or a guy figuring it out, this episode's got meat for you to chew on. Listen up, take notes, and let's fight like men of God. Push play and step into the fray.3 Powerful: “The most vicious men on this planet can happen in the spiritual realm… That is where we can be warriors.”“To sit idly by while the world corrupts our children, attacks our church and distorts the truth is to fail in our mission as men.”“If you are not willing to stand up for your faith, for God, for your bride, for your family, what are you doing?”Call out one threat today. Spot something—maybe a show your kids watch or a coworker's jab at the faith—and take one step to shut it down. St. Joseph didn't wait; neither should you. Act now, even if it's small.Gentlemen, this episode's your rallying cry. St. Joseph's warrior heart beats for us to follow. Hit play, lock in, and let's defend whaSend us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

What if you could recalibrate your life to hear God's voice above the noise and chaos of this world? From the 2nd Sunday of Lent, Fr. Dom dives deep into the heart of Lent, a season that's not just about giving up chocolate or coffee, but about repositioning yourself to know, love, and serve God in a way that changes everything.We start with a piece of Scripture that echoes through Lent: “If today you hear the Lord's voice, harden not your hearts.” It's a call to action, brothers, and I'm breaking it down for you—why it matters, where to find His voice, and what happens when we tune out. From Abram's 4,000-mile journey of faith 4,000 years ago to the transfiguration of Jesus on Mount Tabor, I connect the dots to show how these ancient stories aren't just history—they're blueprints for us today. You'll hear about Abram's covenant with God, a wild ritual with split animals that proves God's promises are unbreakable, and how Jesus' disfigured body on the cross leads to our glorified future.But here's where it gets real: Lent isn't just a 40-day slog through the desert. It's a chance to meet Jesus where you're at—messy, broken, or doubting—and let Him work miracles in your life. I'll walk you through the power of the Eucharist, where science meets faith (yes, every Eucharistic miracle studied points to the flesh of Jesus' wounded heart), and why submitting to God—tough as it is—unlocks a strength you didn't know you had.Your Challenge: This week, carve out 15 minutes a day to sit in silence and listen for God's voice. No phone, no distractions—just you and Him. Journal what you hear, even if it's just a whisper. Then, hit Mass and receive the Eucharist with intention, asking God to transform your heart as you consume His. It's not easy, but it's worth it. Listen now to discover how to make this Lent your turning point—because when you give your heart to the Lord, He doesn't just take it; He transfigures it. Push play and let's journey into the desert together.3 Powerful Quotes“If you want to give your heart over to the Lord, you eat his heart. Every Eucharistic miracle, when it's given to scientists, just a piece of that Eucharistic miracle that has changed into the body and blood of God, when it's dissected and studied, it's always the flesh of Jesus' heart.”  “God makes his covenants with us and he holds himself accountable. That's how much he loves us and wants to redeem us.”  “He climbs Mount Calvary and on Mount Calvary his body is not transfigured but his body is greatly disfigured. Scourged, beaten, bruised, bloodied, whipped. You can't even know who he is. And he did that for you.”Submit to God's voice daily, even when it's hard. Start by listening in silence for 15 minutes—tune out the world and trust He'll meet you there. It's not about control; it's about surrender that builds unshakable faith.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Brothers, picture this: a man who wasn't a biological dad but stepped up to raise the Son of God Himself. That's St. Joseph, the Foster Father of the Son of God, and in this episode of the Manly Catholic Podcast, we're digging into his example to ignite something in you. Recorded on March 10, 2025, as part of our Lenten Reflections, this isn't just a feel-good story—it's a battle cry for every man to reclaim fatherhood in a world that's tearing it apart. Want to know what it really means to be a father, whether you've got kids or not? Hit play and let's get after it.Here's the deal: St. Joseph didn't need a DNA test to be a father—he provided, protected, and led Jesus and Mary with a heart full of grit and grace. We'll unpack how fatherhood isn't optional for us men; it's etched into who we are, whether as dads, mentors, or priests. I'll share a raw slice of my own story—how I once shrugged at the idea of kids until Pope Francis' words hit me like a freight train: if a man doesn't crave fatherhood, something's off. Now, with four kids of my own, I see it clear as day. This episode's packed with real talk about stepping up, from guiding your family in faith to shielding them from a culture gone rogue.And because I'm not here to just yap, I've got a challenge for you—yeah, you listening right now. Reflect on your role as a father—biological, spiritual, or otherwise—and take one of these steps today:  Be Present - Sit down with your kids or a young guy in your life and teach them something about the faith. Maybe it's a quick “Our Father” or a story about St. Joseph.  Lead in Prayer - Grab your family tonight and pray the Rosary, Angelus, or Divine Mercy Chaplet together. Don't overthink it—just start.  Mentor Someone - Reach out to a young man in your community who's drifting. Offer a coffee, a conversation, or a nudge toward holiness.3 Powerful Quotes“Fatherhood is not optional. It is essential, written into our very nature as men whether we are biological fathers, adoptive fathers, spiritual fathers, or even just mentors.”“The crisis of masculinity in today's world is at its core a crisis of fatherhood. Too many men have abandoned their role, leaving families and society in disarray.”“You cannot do this alone. Too many men try to be isolated, try to do it themselves… That is exactly what Satan wants you to think.”Pray with your people tonight. Whether it's your kids, your wife, or your parish, lead a prayer—start small, like a single decade of the Rosary. St. Joseph led by doing, not talking. Your action tonight plants a seed that'll grow. Get moving.Gentlemen, this episode's a spark to light your fatherhood on fire. St. Joseph didn't back down, and neither should we. Push play, soak it in, and let's raise a generation that knows what a real man looks like. Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Gentlemen, imagine a man so humble yet so pivotal that even God Himself submitted to his leadership. That's St. Joseph, the Head of the Holy Family, and in this episode of the Manly Catholic Podcast, we're diving deep into what his title means for us today. Recorded on March 10, 2025, as part of our Lenten Reflections, this isn't just another history lesson—it's a wake-up call for every man striving to lead his family with purpose. We're peeling back the layers of Joseph's role to reveal a divine blueprint for leadership that's rooted in responsibility, not power trips. Curious how a carpenter from Nazareth can reshape your family life? Hit play and let's unpack this together.Here's what you'll discover: St. Joseph didn't flex his authority over Mary and Jesus—he served them with relentless dedication. We'll explore how he provided, protected, and led spiritually, offering a model that flips the script on today's warped views of male headship. Forget the outdated stereotypes; this is about stepping up as a man who sacrifices for his bride and kids, just as Christ did for His Church. I'll break it down with real talk—think less “tyrant” and more “first line of defense.” You'll hear insights from Dr. Dan Schneider on why submission isn't a dirty word but a call to action for men to shield and guide their families.And because I'm not here to just preach, I'm issuing you a challenge—yes, you! Pick one of these three actionable steps to start today:  Provide Beyond the Paycheck - Spend intentional time with your wife and kids. Maybe it's a 15-minute chat with no phones or reading a story to your little ones. Show them you're present.  Protect Like Joseph - Spot a spiritual or physical threat in your home—could be toxic media or a bad influence—and take one concrete step to axe it. Think cutting screen time or having that tough convo.  Lead Spiritually - Kick off prayer in your house tonight. Lead a decade of the Rosary, read a verse from Scripture, or bless your kids with holy water before bed.3 Powerful Quotes“Headship is about responsibility, not superiority. St. Joseph didn't lord his role over Mary and Jesus, he used it to serve them.”“Men love your wives the way Christ loves his church and he lays down his life for his bride. We are called to lay down our lives for our families.”“A leader does not just think he moves. He takes action just like St. Joseph.” Be the spiritual initiator in your home. Don't wait for your wife or kids to drag you to prayer—take the lead like St. Joseph did. Start tonight with something simple: a “Hail Mary” with your family or a quick blessing. It's not about perfection; it's about presence. Your move sets the tone.Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Brothers, what if the quiet guy in the Bible could teach you how to master temptation and tackle life's toughest hits? Welcome back to The Manly Catholic for another Lenten deep dive into St. Joseph, this time with Patrick O'Hearn—author and past guest from Episode 112. Today, we're zeroing in on two game-changers: Joseph's ironclad purity and his knack for enduring suffering. If you're ready to stop folding to the world's lies and start fighting like a saint, hit play and let's get to it.Patrick drops some heavy truth here. He calls St. Joseph a "martyr of purity"—married to the most beautiful woman ever, yet living a life of total sacrifice, not possession. That's strength, guys, not weakness. Then there's his suffering—scrambling for a home for Mary, feeling outmatched by his holy family, yet never quitting. Sound familiar? We've all felt like failures as dads, husbands, or just men trying to keep it together. Joseph shows us purity isn't just dodging sin—it's honoring beauty—and suffering's a forge, not a grave.Your challenge: Pick Your Fight. Two options—purity or perseverance. For purity, guard your heart today—delete social media apps (Instagram, Twitter, whatever's got you scrolling), pray to St. Joseph when temptation hits, and ditch the smartphone noise. For perseverance, pinpoint one spot you're struggling—family, work, whatever—and take it to prayer. Journal it, plan one faithful step forward, and lean on Joseph to carry that cross. Optimized for men hungry for holiness, this episode's your battle plan. Products/ReferencesOur Lady of Sorrows (book by Patrick O'Hearn): Check it out and Episode 112.St. Joseph Terror of Demons Prayer: Recited here—find it online.Memorare to St. Joseph: Closing prayer—look it up for daily use.3 Powerful Quotes"St. Joseph is a martyr of purity… married to the most beautiful woman in the world and he could not consummate his love.""Purity is not only possible but is the path to true strength and holiness.""Suffering is not meaningless, it is a pathway to holiness."Guard your heart now. Start with one small win—cut a temptation or pray through a struggle—and build real strength today.Subscribe, share, and let's keep fighting. Until tomorrow, go be a saint!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Brothers, what if the man who never spoke a word in Scripture was the ultimate warrior you've been missing? Join us on The Manly Catholic for a gripping Lenten reflection with guest Joe Valentic, founder of Catholic Curator. Today, we're spotlighting St. Joseph—not with an official title, but one he earns: warrior. Not with a sword, but with grit, trust, and a head on a swivel. If you're ready to fight the real battles in your life like Joseph did, hit play and let's get moving.Joe paints Joseph as a special forces operative for God—quiet, steady, relentless. From shielding Mary during her pregnancy to trekking to Bethlehem and fleeing to Egypt, he tackled missions with no fanfare, just faith. This episode isn't about flexing muscles; it's about the daily grind of living for your family, staying vigilant against the devil's snares—like porn, laziness, or excess—and stepping up when it counts. Joe's got 33 years as a husband, father, and entrepreneur, and he's here to show us how Joseph's example hits home for every man.Your challenge: Keep Your Head on a Swivel. Pick one subtle temptation in your life—scrolling too much, skipping prayer, overindulging—and crush it today. Swap it for a prayer or a moment of focus on your family. Write it down, act on it. Optimized for men seeking authentic Catholic masculinity, this episode's a wake-up call. Grab Joe's Warrior Prayer Manual at catholiccurator.com (code ACT for 20% off) and share this with a brother. Products/ReferencesWarrior Prayer Manual (catholiccurator.com): Joe's book for men—use code ACT for 20% off.Breviary of the Catholic Church: Prayer manual for priests—search “Liturgy of the Hours” online.3 Powerful Quotes"If we are not thinking in terms of being warriors in a battle, we've already lost.""St. Joseph is the only sinner in the family… yet God has asked him to be the head of the Holy Family.""Are you willing to live for them in the drudgery, the day to day, the minutiae?"Stay vigilant today. Like Joseph, spot one snare—big or small—and root it out now to protect what matters most.Subscribe, share, and let's keep battling. Until next time, go be a saint!Buy Joe's Warrior Prayer Manual here! Use Code ACT for 20% off!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Brothers, what if the secret to winning the battle against temptation starts with a virtue we've all but forgotten? Welcome to another powerful reflection in our St. Joseph Lenten series on The Manly Catholic. Today, guest  Ryan Flaherty steps up to unpack St. Joseph as the "Chaste Guardian of the Virgin," a title that's more relevant than ever in a world drowning in hookup culture and instant gratification. This isn't just about saying no to sin; it's about saying yes to self-mastery and real love. Ready to fight like Joseph did? Hit play, and let's roll.Ryan digs deep into chastity—not as a rejection of desire, but as a way to channel it right. Drawing from Scripture and Greek roots, he shows how Joseph handled the "serpents" of temptation, lifting them up like a cross to carry for Christ. Today's culture tempts us at every turn—phones in our pockets, porn a click away—but Joseph guarded Mary with purity and purpose. Whether you're married, single, or discerning, this episode's got something for you. It's about honoring the people God gave us, not chasing fleeting thrills.Here's your challenge: Cherish Someone Today. Pick one person—your wife, girlfriend, mom, sister, friend—and do one intentional act to show they matter. Write a note, put your phone down for 10 minutes to listen, or tell your wife she's still your heart's desire. Keep it real, keep it simple. Chastity's about ordering our love, and this is how we start. Optimized for men seeking virtue and strength, this reflection's a game-changer. Share it with a brother—Lent's heating up. Hit us at themanlycatholic.gmail.com with your stories.Products/ReferencesConsecration to St. Joseph (book): Mentioned by Ryan—grab it for a deeper dive.Strong's Exhaustive Concordance/Interlinear Bible: Online Greek resource—check BibleHub.com.3 Powerful Quotes"Chastity is the virtue that prevents us from being slaves to our passions and acting like irrational animals.""Imagine how much more connected you could end up being with your wife… if she's feeling like she is still the object of your desire.""To handle the serpents that are sent our way, we have to take up our cross, follow Jesus, deny ourselves daily."Master your desires now. Start small—cherish someone today—and build the strength to fight temptation like St. Joseph.Subscribe, share, and let's keep pushing. Until tomorrow, be a saint!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Brothers, imagine a life where your strength as a man hinges on one thing: how you love your wife. Day 5 of our St. Joseph Lenten series on The Manly Catholic dives into his title, "Spouse of the Mother of God," and it's a reality check for every husband and priest out there. This isn't just a nod to Joseph's marriage to Mary, it's a blueprint for us to build unshakable families and parishes. We're digging into St. Joseph's example today. Before he was Jesus' earthly father, he was Mary's husband, leading her with a love so deep it didn't need words, just action. He protected her purity, stood by her through Bethlehem and Egypt, and guided their home in faith. Too many of us pour energy into jobs, hobbies, even kids, while our wives get leftovers. That's backwards. A rock-solid marriage is the bedrock of fatherhood. Priests, you're not off the hook—your spousal love for the Church mirrors this, birthing your role as spiritual fathers. Joseph led Mary and Jesus in holiness; we've got to do the same.Your challenge: Love Your Spouse Today. Ask yourself, “How am I laying down my life for her?” Take one concrete step—head to a church or adoration chapel for 15 minutes and pray for your wife (or the Church, priests). Ask her, “How can I pray for you?” and then follow through. Optimized for men searching for marriage advice or vocational strength, this episode cuts through the noise with actionable steps. Lent's just starting; share this with a brother who needs it. Drop us a line at themanlycatholic.gmail.com with your feedback or prayer requests. We're in this fight together, so let's step up.Products/ReferencesSt. Joseph Terror of Demons Prayer: Recited in the episode—search it online.Memorare to St. Joseph: Closing prayer—grab a copy to use.Adoration Chapel: Recommended for prayer—find one near you.3 Powerful Quotes"Your primary vocation is to your wife, not your children."  "A strong marriage is the bedrock of the family." "His love was not just sentimental, it was active."  Prioritize your wife first. Love her with action—pray for her today—and watch it transform your family.Subscribe, share, and let's keep pushing. Until tomorrow, go be a saint!Send us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Ash Wednesday is here, and with it, the challenge to reclaim your soul for Christ. In this episode, we dive into the heart of Lent—what it truly means to fast, pray, and give alms as warriors of Christ, not as comfortable, lukewarm Christians. This is not just a season of self-denial; it is a battle against the three enemies of your soul: the world, the flesh, and the devil.Are you ready to fight? In this episode, I lay out a direct challenge for you: push yourself this Lent. If you've been soft, if you've let your passions control you, if you've allowed distractions to steal your time with God, then it's time to declare war on your heart.This isn't about doing Lent halfway. This is about transformation. It's about walking into Easter as a new man, purified, disciplined, and ready to lead.Powerful Quotes:“You don't rend your heart to the world, the flesh, or to Satan. You rend it to Christ alone.”“The Christians of old were made of granite. Have we grown soft? Lent is the time to prove otherwise.”“Fasting is not just about giving something up—it's about making war on what keeps you from God.”Pick something hard: something that actually challenges you, and give it up for Lent. If alcohol is a struggle, give it up. If you waste hours in a YouTube vortex, shut it down. Rend your heart to Christ and let Him do the work of cleansing you. This is not about checking a box. It's about preparing your soul for eternity.This is your call to arms. Lent is not a season to endure—it's a season to rise. Will you take the challenge?Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy facesCheck out our websiteContact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.comSend us a text Support the showPlease prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy faces Check out our website Contact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.com

Gentlemen, picture a call to arms where fatherhood becomes your battlefield. Day 4 of our St. Joseph Lenten series on The Manly Catholic dives into St. Joseph as the "Light of Patriarchs, "a guide for men ready to lead with faith and strength. This isn't about control; it's about serving and protecting what matters. If you're tired of a culture that calls masculinity toxic, hit play; this one's for you.We explore how St. Joseph fulfills the legacy of Old Testament fathers like Abraham, shielding the Holy Family with quiet resolve. Today's crisis of fatherhood—absent dads, broken homes, lost kids—shows why we need him. Satan's targeting men, and it's time to fight back.Your challenge: Protect Your Home. Take inventory—are media, habits, or apathy undermining your family's faith? Write down one step: delete social media apps (keep this podcast), bless your home with holy water, or pray over your kids tonight. Act today—it's that simple, and it's powerful.Optimized for men seeking purpose and leadership, this episode offers real steps to reclaim your role. Share it with a friend—Lent's just begun. Email us at themanlycatholic.gmail.com with feedback or prayers. Let's build stronger families together.Products/ReferencesFather Chad Ripperger: Noted for fatherhood insights—check his talks.St. Joseph Terror of Demons Prayer: A must-have prayer—find it online.Holy Water: Get some from your parish for home blessings.3 Powerful Quotes"The devil knows that if he can destroy fatherhood, he can dismantle families, communities, and ultimately the church itself."  "Men, your sons look to you for leadership in all areas of their lives, especially in the spiritual realm.""Our authority in our homes is not about control, it is about service."Lead spiritually now. Your family's faith starts with you—pray with them tonight and set the tone.Subscribe, share, and let's forge warriors for Christ. See you tomorrow—be a saint!Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy facesCheck out our websiteContact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.comSend us a text Support the showSupport the show at Buy Me A CoffeeSubscribe to our YouTube pageCheck out our websiteMystic Monk Coffee → For the best coffee for a great cause, we recommend Mystic Monk Coffee. Roasted with prayer by the Carmelite Monks in Wyoming, Mystic Monk Coffee has the ultimate cup waiting for you. See more at mysticmonkcoffee.com Contact us directly at themanlycatholic@gmail.com.

Men, do you know who you are? Not just your name, not just your job title—but your lineage.Today, in Day 3 of our St. Joseph Lenten Series, we focus on one of his most overlooked but crucial titles: Noble Offspring of David. This isn't just about history—it's about your identity. St. Joseph wasn't just a humble carpenter. He was a direct descendant of King David, fulfilling God's divine plan. And guess what? So are you.In this episode, we break down:✔️ Why St. Joseph's royal lineage matters for Catholic men today ✔️ What true nobility looks like (hint: it's not about wealth, power, or status) ✔️ How your name and your actions define your legacy as a manThis episode is a wake-up call. You are not just another guy drifting through life. You are a son of God, called to lead, protect, and serve. Will you answer that call?3 Powerful Quotes from the Episode:"True nobility is not about power, fame, or fortune. It's about living in a way that reflects the goodness of God.""Men, we come from a royal lineage—spiritually and historically. Are we living up to it?""If you're not walking in step with God, you are failing as a man. Period."Key Takeaway for Men:

Men, if you want to be a man that demons fear, if you want to be the leader your family needs, and if you're tired of the weakness plaguing modern men, this episode is for you.Today, we dive into one of the most powerful spiritual weapons you can wield: The Litany of St. Joseph. This isn't just a list of fancy titles—it's a call to arms. A roadmap to becoming the man God created you to be.In this episode, we:✅ Break down the Litany of St. Joseph and why it's essential for men today. ✅ Unpack why St. Joseph is called “Terror of Demons”—and why demons fled at his mere presence. ✅ Challenge you to take action: Choose one title of St. Joseph and make it your mission to embody it today.If you're serious about strengthening your faith, your family, and your leadership, this episode will fire you up. No more passivity. No more excuses. It's time to fight.3 Powerful Quotes from the Episode:"I want to be the kind of man that when I get up in the morning, Satan says, ‘Crap, he's awake.' That's the kind of fear St. Joseph instilled in demons.""The litany isn't just words—it's a battle plan. Are you striving to be just, brave, obedient, a defender of Christ? Or are you sitting on the sidelines?""Men, if you're not walking in step with God, you are failing as a man. It's time to rise up. No more excuses."Key Takeaway for Men:

Fear. Doubt. Insecurity. Every man faces them. But what if I told you that the key to conquering them isn't found in self-reliance, but in surrender? In this episode, we launch our St. Joseph Lenten Series with a deep dive into how St. Joseph faced his greatest fear—learning that Mary, his betrothed, was pregnant with a child that wasn't his. Imagine the weight of that moment. The confusion. The gut-wrenching uncertainty. And yet, Joseph's response wasn't panic—it was radical trust in God's plan.Today, we unpack what this means for us as husbands, fathers, and leaders. How do we face the unknown? How do we lead our families when we feel inadequate? How do we take action when fear tells us to stand still? St. Joseph shows us the way.You'll walk away from this episode with one powerful action step to start trusting God like St. Joseph did. Plus, we introduce Father Donald Calloway's “Consecration to St. Joseph”—a game-changer for Catholic men who want to lead with strength and holiness.This isn't just another Lenten reflection. This is your call to step up. To act. To lead. Let's get to work.3 Powerful Quotes from the Episode:"Men, we are men of action, right? It's one thing to say we believe in the faith—but real belief demands action.""Joseph didn't trust in his own understanding. He trusted in God's wisdom. And that's why he could act, even when the future was unclear.""Are you trying to carry this cross alone, or are you surrendering it to God?"Today, identify one fear or uncertainty in your life and surrender it to God. Repeat this prayer throughout your day: Jesus, I trust in You. Let trust in God—not fear—be your guiding force.Referenced in This Episode:Father Donald Calloway's Consecration to St. Joseph (Recommended Reading)

Brothers, Lent starts tomorrow. I invite you to journey this Lent with St. Joseph. Each day, we will give you a short reflection. 10-15 minutes. You can do 10-15 minutes, can't you? Patrick O'Hearn, Ryan Flaherty, Dr. Dan Schneider, and others join me for 40 days. It is all about St. Joseph. Ite ad Joseph. Go to Joseph this lent. Ask St. Joseph where you're weak on trust and how to fix yourself. Care for yourself to serve your family better. St. Joseph crushed demons; you can crush excuses. Subscribe, share, and let's roll!Products/References:Consecration to St. Joseph by Father Donald Calloway (book) – Get it, link in show notes.  St. Joseph's Terror of Demons Prayer – Our battle cry.  3 Powerful Quotes:"St. Joseph's Terror of Demons… smite the demons as they flee from you." – He's our warrior—lean in!  "Silence is not weakness… it's strength." – Stop talking, start acting.  "God's just looking down and he's saying, well, have you tried a nap?" – Simple, brutal truth.1 Key Takeaway:Quit starving yourself of basics—water, sleep, strength—then offer it up for your wife or kids. St. Joseph stayed tough to protect his own. Do it today, or you're just noise.Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Buy Me A Coffee page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. Be sure to follow us on X for more great content. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the help of the Holy Ghost! Subscribe to our YouTube page to see our manly and holy facesCheck out our websiteContact us at themanlycatholic@gmail.comSend us a text Support the showSupport the show at Buy Me A CoffeeSubscribe to our YouTube pageCheck out our websiteMystic Monk Coffee → For the best coffee for a great cause, we recommend Mystic Monk Coffee. Roasted with prayer by the Carmelite Monks in Wyoming, Mystic Monk Coffee has the ultimate cup waiting for you. See more at mysticmonkcoffee.com Contact us directly at themanlycatholic@gmail.com.