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Do you struggle to humble yourself when you make a mistake? Mike and Dave discuss the parable of the Prodigal Son and explain the personal and Eucharistic themes found in this parable. They also share the importance of doing pro-life work in the midst of a pro-death culture. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Do you ever find it difficult to pray the Rosary? In honor of the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, Dr. Sri reflects on the common challenges many of us experience in praying the Rosary and reminds us that even when our minds wander or we grow weary, the Rosary remains a profoundly sacred and powerful prayer. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Have you ever wondered how to actually teach your kids to study, without turning it into one more lesson plan?  Over coffee with a friend, I realized I'd never sat down and created “study lessons” for my children.  Instead, what we've done has been years of practicing, trying, failing, and repeating small, doable habits that slowly grew into something powerful. In this week's episode, I share the simple shifts that helped my kids develop confidence, motivation, and focus. And not through lectures or checklists, but through everyday moments of learning and living together.  You'll hear what it looks like in real time, why it matters for both moms and kids, and how these practices can actually transform the atmosphere in your homeschool. Working on these skills takes time, patience, and consistency, but the fruit is so worth it: kids who are more self-sufficient, a family who fights less, and a homeschool that feel more like the joyful, connected, faith-filled places we all long for. Grab your earbuds to listen in and discover how these skills for students and moms alike can come together to create harmony in your home and homeschool in: Study Skills for Self-Sufficient Students.  Come work with me HERE!

Are you blind to the needs of your neighbor? Mike and Dave unpack “The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus”, breaking down this story, line by line. They remind us that Jesus repeatedly warns us about the dangers of wealth and that service, worship of God and loving our neighbor is how we truly love God. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Many of our ongoing struggles trace back to deeper wounds—and this was certainly true for St. Thérèse. In part two of this series, Dr. Sri continues to explore the childhood traumas that affected St.Thérèse and more importantly, how God gave her the grace to do His will in the midst of them. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

I can't tell you how often I get frustrated when things don't go the way I want them to.  It's super frustrating!  Whether it's kids fighting, everyone interrupting me at once, or a lesson that just isn't sinking in, it can feel like pressure building up inside that just has to burst. And in those moments, it feels urgent—like the house is on fire and I need to fix it right now. But one of the coolest things I've learned in my work as a life coach is how to respond to these ‘fires' calmly and intentionally, instead of exploding. In this week's episode of Happy, Holy Mama, I share how to bring calm acceptance into those fiery moments, so you can see more clearly what your real role is, respond with peace, and stop pouring gasoline on the very fires you want to put out. You can't control every circumstance, but you can choose how to respond. And that choice is where peace begins. Grab your earbuds and join me for: When Things Aren't Going Your Way Come work with me HERE!

How do we make sense of parables that seem confusing at first? What does Jesus mean when He says to “make friends with dishonest wealth”? Gomer unpacks The Parable of the Dishonest Steward and shows why it's essential to consider the context - the time, place, and people - when we try to understand the deeper meaning of Christ's parables. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Do you know the real story of St. Thérèse of Lisieux? Dr. Sri delves into the depth of St. Thérèse's life, highlighting her profound sufferings, trauma, and family challenges. Dr. Sri explains how these adversities became the very context in which she encountered God's grace and mercy—shaping the heart of her spirituality, the “Little Way.”. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

When I first started homeschooling, I can't tell you how many times I found myself erasing and rewriting plans in my planner every time something didn't go the way I thought it would.  Someone would get sick, or we'd want to linger longer on a subject, or a new documentary would pull us down a rabbit trail—and suddenly all my careful planning for the year felt ruined. Then I discovered a new, simpler way of homeschooling that felt like a lifeline. This simple rhythm, and one intentional mindset shift, completely changed how I planned and gave me the freedom to take things one step at a time.  I finally had the space to be present with each of my kids while still moving forward with confidence. The thing that was missing? Feeling overwhelmed. This rhythm has been a game-changer in our home and I'm really excited to share it with you this week! You really can do it all—you just can't do it all in one day, especially on a school day.  And that's okay. Let me explain how! Grab your earbuds and join me for: Getting More Done with Focus Time Come work with me HERE!

How do I make sense of the seed, soil, rocky ground, and thorns? Dave explains the Parable of the Sower and shares how it can be applied to our lives. He also gives advice as to how we can plant seeds on good soil and how we can bear fruit in our own lives. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

To truly understand the Gospel and share it effectively, we must first embrace a Catholic worldview—a way of seeing reality through the lens of the Faith. Dr. Sri emphasizes that this step is an essential starting point for engaging in meaningful and fruitful conversations about the Gospel. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

What should we do when headlines and heartbreak feel like too much—especially when you're trying to homeschool.  It's important to name the reality of evil without letting it hijack your home and your heart. In the episode you'll hear: A simple discernment check. How to guard your heart from doom-scrolling and fear-thinking. A prayer process when things feel hard. Permission to set lessons down intentionally, be with your children, and pick school back up when your heart is steadier. It's okay to be in the sorrow. You're not falling behind when you choose presence over productivity for a day. If your day feels like pushing a boulder through mud, this conversation will help you step out of the mud first, so you can move forward with peace. Grab your earbuds and join me for: Homeschooling During Sorrowful Times Come work with me HERE!

Why does Jesus conceal his teachings through parables rather than speaking straight forward? Mike and Dave kick off their new topic discussion on the parables and explain how the parables invite you into a mystery and teach you to slow down. Mike and Dave invite you to join them into the mystery of unpacking the parables and give tips to understand the parables better. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

 How do you respond when you're not being treated well? Drawing on the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas, Dr. Sri identifies three key ways to recognize when anger is leading us down astray and explains how to use this passion constructively. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Today the Church celebrates the birth of Our Lady and it has me reflecting on my own beginnings as a Catholic life coach and podcaster. When I first sat down to record, I was nervous, uncertain, and honestly a little scared.  Who would want to listen to me?! But like Mary, I knew God was inviting me to say “yes,” even when I didn't understand what He was going to do with it. Just three years and over 40,000 downloads later, and with so many new listeners recently finding the podcast, today I'm going back to the beginning.  I want to share my story: how God walked with me through grief, marriage, motherhood, and homeschooling, and how He transformed my heart by teaching me to keep saying yes.  It's vulnerable, raw, and full of gratitude for the ways He has helped me write my story so far. If you've ever wondered how to trust Him with your own story, I'd love to share mine with you. Please grab your earbuds and join me for: MVP Becoming a Happy, Holy Mama Learn more about my work as a Catholic life coach for homeschooling mamas HERE!

Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle conclude their series on Pope Leo XIV, exploring themes of idolatry, key Biblical lessons, and how his papacy compares with those of earlier popes. They also give a sneak peek into their upcoming season on the parables! We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Why did God give us the passion of anger? Dr. Sri examines both the virtue of righteous anger, which seeks to restore justice and harmony, and the pitfalls of sinful anger and unreasonable patience. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Do you just read the Bible or do you let God speak to you through His word? Mike Gormley and Dave Vanvickle finish up their reflections on Pope Leo XIV's general audiences and applaud the pope for his hyper focus on breaking down the Gospel. We're reminded it's not about just reading Scripture, but about slowing down and letting God transform our hearts and minds. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

What are the classic signs that we struggle with the sin of pride? Drawing from St. Thomas Aquinas, Dr. Sri breaks down three ways we can subtly fall into pride and emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our dependence on God and His grace. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

When my third oldest son was little he was a screamer.  Like multiple times a day for at least 20 minutes at a time and we spent years trying to figure him out.  We tried parenting trick after parenting trick, with very little success. Ultimately, you know what worked? Patience, love, compassion, and a willingness to be in the hard part with him, instead of wishing it was over. That's what helped us build a foundation of trust that allowed him to learn the tools that could help him have a good life. But the real trick was that I had to learn them for myself first. And like Jacob shares in our conversation on today's podcast, he had to decide to go first in his own way, too.  And now here we are 10 years later and we want to share our journey with you! I am so excited to share an inspiring and powerful conversation that I had with my incredibly brave 15 year old son, Jacob on the podcast today. So please grab your earbuds and join us for: Building a Foundation of Trust, a Conversation with My Homeschooled Teen Son. Join RECLAIM: The Stop Yelling Challenge HERE TODAY!  

Is there an area of your life you want healed? Mike Gormley continues his reflection on Pope Leo's general audiences and explains what to do with your sickness and brokeness. He reminds us that no matter what is paralyzing you, God can bring you out of any situation. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Apostolicam Actuositatem says we ought to have a certain human and well-rounded formation before being trained for the apostolate...and yet so often spiritual, intellectual, and practical formation for the apostolate is offered to people with no regard to their human formation.Listen in to find out more! As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at https://ouroutpost.org/join our free resource library platform herecatch our other podcast, Love Your Marriage, by clicking here: https://ouroutpost.org/podcasts/see what we have upcoming in terms of events here: https://ouroutpost.org/events/send us an email at hello@ouroutpost.organd please rate, review, and share!If you're a Catholic husband, feel free to sign up for some time to chat with Joseph! https://bookme.name/ouroutpost/45-minutes-with-joseph

Temperance might appear to limit our freedom, but it actually orders our desires, making room for the deeper joys God created us to experience. Dr. Sri explains the sin of gluttony and shares how fasting and self-control are pathways to freedom and joy in Christ. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Are you in need of healing? Are you retreating from reality? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle continue their reflections on Pope Leo's general audiences while discussing the importance of facing what you're afraid of, letting go of our egos and trusting in the Lord with all your heart. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Did you know that even secular individuals hold religious-like beliefs? Dr. Sri examines the secular world's values, promises of salvation, and utopian ideals, and contrasts these with the core tenets of the Gospel. He revisits the five key aspects of the Kerygma—relationship, rebellion, reconciliation, recreation, and response—and explains how the secular vision borrows from and distorts these principles. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Mike 'Gomer' Gormley and Dave 'The Perfect Weather' VanVickle dive deep into Pope Leo's reflection on the parable of the laborers in the vineyard. They highlight the importance of responding to God's call without delay, generosity, and the profound question of finding meaning in life. Snippet from the Show We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

One of the coolest lines from Proverbs describes what Wisdom has been doing from the beginning: "[T]hen I was beside him, like a master worker, and I was daily his delight, playing before him always, playing in his inhabited world and delighting in the human race" (Proverbs 8:30-31). Wisdom's playfulness and delight model for us a holy call to play in this world, even amongst its seriousness.Listen in to find out more! As always, check out our work, and join our email list, at https://ouroutpost.org/join our free resource library platform herecatch our other podcast, Love Your Marriage, by clicking here: https://ouroutpost.org/podcasts/see what we have upcoming in terms of events here: https://ouroutpost.org/events/send us an email at hello@ouroutpost.organd please rate, review, and share!If you're a Catholic husband, feel free to sign up for some time to chat with Joseph! https://bookme.name/ouroutpost/45-minutes-with-joseph

 Have you ever wondered why there are so many different Christian denominations out there? Dr. Sri explores the deep roots of the Catholic Church's unity, tracing it back to Scripture and the practices of the early Christians. Dr. Sri also encourages us to pray for greater unity in the wider Christian community. Snippet from the Show At the Last Supper, Jesus prays that we all may be one. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Homeschool mamas have the best of intentions this time of year.  Whether you love hitting the ground running with all the subjects or you prefer easing in gently, there's no one right way to start your homeschool year.  But today, I'm making the case for taking it slow on purpose. Why? Because starting with just a few key subjects (or skills) can help you build momentum, create muscle memory, and stack up some early wins.  And those wins matter, especially when things don't go quite according to plan (which they never do perfectly, right?). In today's podcast episode, we're talking about: ✨ The truth about how brick-and-mortar schools really start the year (spoiler: they take it slow too!) ✨ Why limiting subjects for few weeks is a smart move ✨ How to train your brain—and your kids'—to get back into your homeschool rhythm ✨ Evaluating and tweaking to find your sweet spot ✨ How to stay focused on people over accomplishments You really can ease into your homeschool year with confidence and peace, because even if you feel rushed, there is absolutely no rush to God's plans for your children's education. Grab your earbuds and let's kick off this ease-filled year together! And if you need help troubleshooting when you feel stuck, come work with me inside the Happy, Holy Mama community for the support you need—exactly when you need it. Click here for details on how we can work together.

A special event is coming up for Catholic Singles in the area. Jillian Kurvers, a Catholic Life and Dating Coach, will be the speaker at the event and talks to Brenda about ways Catholics are meeting each other and God's role in the process.Information on Jillian Kurvers can be found on her webpage.Sign-Up through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/catholic-summer-singles-bbq-21-tickets-1491351936789Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

Mike Gormley emphasizes the importance of hope, while meditating on Pope Leo's reflections, praising his ability to speak on the human and spiritual level. Gormley also analyzes the Pope's General Audiences as he dissects two popular parables, “The Parable of the Sower” and the “Good Samaritan”. Snippet from the Show “Look at your life, look at the daily circumstances, and ask yourself, ‘Okay, what situation right now is God using, is God leveraging, to reach me, to bring the grace, of His word into my life?'” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

If we want to encounter God, do we really need rituals and sacraments? Dr. Sri delves into the origins and purpose of the seven sacraments in the Catholic Church, explaining their Biblical basis and the incredible graces they confer. Snippet from the Show "The sacraments, instituted by Christ, make us more aware of the deeper invisible realities." _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

In this Jubilee year, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the Biblical roots of the Jubilee year, the sabbath and explain what it means to be ‘Pilgrims of Hope'. They also discuss Pope Leo XIV's message to bishops and share their hopes for all bishops. Snippet from the Show “Bishops have such an incredible task, but they cannot let the tasks remove them from their fatherhood.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

If God is love, why does he allow people to go to hell? Dr. Sri clarifies the Catholic Church's teaching on hell and explains how this teaching should impact us. Snippet from the Show "God extends his arms open wide in mercy but also respects our freedom." _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

We just wrapped up an incredibly energizing Planning Week inside Happy, Holy Mama, and I couldn't wait to share some of the most powerful moments with you!  Whether you're just starting to plan or want a fresh lens to look at your current homeschool year, this episode offers a simple filter to help you focus, reset, and move forward with greater clarity and hope. Plus, I share one beautiful mindset shift that can change how you show up each day as a homeschooling mama, a wife, and a daughter of God. Let's begin the year with peace, purpose, and the grace to grow into the happier, holier mama you were made to be. Grab your earbuds and join me for: A Marian Mindset Shift for the Upcoming School Year + Recap of Planning Week! Get access to Planning Week HERE.

Dave Vanvickle highlights the importance of helping the poor, loving the poor and even learning from them. In our poverty, we realize our reliance on the Lord. Let us never forget that the gravest form of poverty is to not know God. Snippet from the Show “The reason why poverty is so important as a theme for Christianity is because it reminds us we have nothing without God.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

How do we maintain interior peace amidst the pressures of daily life? Dr. Sri explores the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10, highlighting the difference between Martha's anxious state and Mary's centered state. He shares three practical ways to cultivate Mary's interior peace in our lives. Snippet from the Show " We want to live a centered life, a life centered on the one thing necessary: Jesus." _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Trying something new shouldn't feel like failure waiting to happen, but for many Catholic homeschooling moms, even good changes can trigger self-doubt, pressure, and shame that makes you want to quit, sometimes before you even start. I don't want you to get stuck there, especially at the beginning of Planning Week when 100+ Catholic homeschoolers are learning new things for their homeschool year. I want to help you understand why your brain resists change, how it quietly sabotages your best intentions, and what to do when your inner dialogue starts to sound like a middle school bully. So grab your earbuds to learn: Why certain questions like “Why can't I figure this out?” are actually harming your confidence. How to shift from self-criticism to self-coaching with healthy self-love. Why mindset work is essential for you as a mom, and how it impacts the way you speak to your kids. Practical, grace-filled thoughts to help you persevere through discomfort, not shrink from it. The work you're doing matters, mama. You matter. How you feel matters. And it's entirely within your control to shift and change. Homeschooling isn't just about your children's education. It's an opportunity for you to grow closer to the Lord and it starts with how you speak to yourself. Tune in to learn how to uproot self-sabotage and begin living, homeschooling, and mothering with clarity, confidence, and Christ-centered compassion. Grab your earbuds to join me today for: How to Stop Self-Sabotage P.S. It's not too late to join me for Planning Week, we kick off TODAY! Click here to join and I'll send you everything you need!

Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle breakdown Pope Leo XIV's blessings, speeches, and writings thus far. They analyze the popes and saints the pope has quoted, the poetic nature of Pope Leo XIV and approach his words and actions with excitement and curiosity. Snippet from the Show “I know a lot of you had problems with Pope Francis. I know others of you had problems with Pope Benedict and Pope John Paul II and Vatican II. Well I'm taking it all on because he was a valid successor of Pope Peter and now I am and so I'm standing in this tradition. Let's go.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

In this special Jubilee Year episode, Dr. Edward Sri visits the Basilica of San Clemente in Rome, home to relics of St. Clement and St. Ignatius of Antioch. Surrounded by sacred beauty, he reflects on the inner deserts of the soul and how God meets us there with his love. Drawing from Scripture, sacred art, and prophecy, Dr. Sri offers a powerful meditation on suffering and grace. He explains what it means to thirst for God. Snippet from the Show  Your heart is thirsting for God to come in to guide you, to shed some light on where your life is going. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

In this episode of The Catholic Man Show, hosts Adam Minihan and David Niles dive into the topic of spiritual idleness, drawing from Father Frederick Faber's Growth in Holiness: Progress of the Spiritual Life. Recorded around the Fourth of July, the episode begins with a celebration of small-town Americana, from mutton busting at the local rodeo to the ordination of their friend, Father Robert Williams. The hosts then explore seven developments of spiritual idleness—dissipation, sadness, sloth, and more—offering practical insights on how to stay vigilant and prioritize a life oriented toward God. Sipping on Balvenie's American Oak 12-Year Scotch, Adam and David discuss how modern distractions, like smartphones and excessive communication, fragment our focus and hinder our prayer life, and share strategies for cultivating presence, joy, and intentionality in both spiritual and daily routines.Key Discussion Points:Small-Town Americana: The hosts celebrate the Heart of America rodeo, mutton busting, and the communal prayer and patriotism of small-town events, reflecting on their importance in fostering connection.Priestly Ordination: David shares a moving story of his son's emotional response to Father Robert Williams' ordination, highlighting the eternal nature of the priesthood and the call to discernment.Spiritual Idleness Defined: Drawing from Father Faber's Growth in Holiness, the hosts unpack seven developments of spiritual idleness: dissipation (misprioritizing tasks), sadness (rooted in self-love), sloth (hatred of existence), useless industry (excessive communication), and general indifference to time.Dissipation's Impact: Putting less important tasks first disrupts the hierarchy of goods, leading to a loss of peace and distractions in prayer, as Faber notes: “He who is diligent will soon be cheerful.”Sadness and Self-Love: Sadness, driven by self-improvement rather than God, gives the devil power over the soul, undermining spiritual progress.Sloth as a Culmination: Sloth combines dissipation and sadness, fostering a distaste for existence and duties, disrupting the tranquility of order (Aquinas' definition of peace).Useless Industry: Faber's critique of excessive letter-writing in the 1800s applies to today's text messaging and social media, which fragment focus and reduce meaningful communication.Indifference to Time: Wasting time, especially on addictive platforms like YouTube Shorts, is a “stupid” sin that squanders the precious, irrevocable gift of time, which Faber calls “the stuff out of which eternity is made.”Focus and Presence: True focus requires saying “no” to distractions to prioritize God's will, fostering presence in both daily life and prayer, as exemplified by a man eating lunch under a tree without multitasking.Leisure Done Right: Leisure must align with one's state in life, be tethered to joy, and have a contemplative aspect, avoiding compulsory or utilitarian ends.Notable Quotes from Father Frederick Faber:“Dissipation… consists in putting things off beyond their proper times so that one duty treads upon the heels of another, and all duties are felt as irksome obligations.”“He who is diligent will soon be cheerful.”“The soul of sadness is self-love… How many are there whose real end in the spiritual life is self-improvement rather than God?”“Nothing gives the devil so much power over us [as sadness].”“Time is the stuff out of which...

Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle share their thoughts on Pope Leo, unpack the meaning of “synodality” which the pope has mentioned various times, and address key differences and similarities between this papacy as opposed to previous ones. They also remind us that while the pope is important, we must not become hyper focused on every single detail of the papacy. Snippet from the Show “I'm super cautiously optimistic about everything with Pope Leo. Everything he's written so far, I've been so excited about, the decisions that he's made so far, I've been very happy with. I'm excited to see what's going to happen here.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Do you find yourself repeatedly struggling with the same weaknesses? Something deeper may lie beneath those challenges. Dr. Sri emphasizes the importance of addressing the deeper roots of our sins and struggles and bringing our wounds to God to experience true healing and transformation Snippet from the Show  Our weaknesses and sins have deep roots that we can't dissolve on our own—we need God's healing hand to heal our wounds. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle answer questions from listeners, discuss the Biblical evidence behind purgatory and the best logical responses to support it. They also explain the acolyte and their role in the celebration of the Holy Mass. Snippet from the Show “What is Purgatory? It is the application of the merits of Jesus Christ to my soul so that even my desires are in union with God's will for my life.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

God is not overwhelmed by our failures. Dr. Sri explains how we can avoid the danger of perfectionism and self-reliance as we strive to live a virtuous life. Snippet from the Show God uses those moments of failure to help us grow in more profound ways. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

How do you handle your own wounds or the wounds of others? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle open up about childhood pain, suffering, and the path to healing. Through personal stories and shared experiences, they explore the tools needed to move forward and the deep healing that comes when we bring our wounds to the Lord. Snippet from the Show “If you have a wound like that, and you don't bring it to the healer, you don't bring it to the Divine Physician, then it is going to infect.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Why does the Chuch celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi? Dr. Sri delves into the origins and meaning of the Feast of Corpus Christi, underscoring the necessity of faith and trust in understanding the mystery of the Eucharist. Snippet from the Show  "Faith will tell us Christ is present when our human senses fail". _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

Why is the feast of Pentecost important? What place should the Holy Spirit have in our life? Dave VanVickle unpacks on the importance of the Holy Spirit and gives practical tips for how we can all increase our relationship with the Holy Spirit. Snippet from the Show “Every year we celebrate the mystery of pentecost, why? We celebrate it to renew the idea that we need the Holy Spirit in our life and to see the mystery of the Church being built throughout that time and we can have a stronger relationship with the Holy Spirit. We want that stronger relationship.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

The Council of Nicaea wasn't just a historical event but a turning point—one that directly influences our faith and understanding of Jesus today. Dr. Sri dives into the council's background, the heroic bishops who attended, and the practical applications of this influential council for us today. Snippet from the Show As the Divine Son of God, Jesus shows us the face of the Father. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

As we approach the Feast of Pentecost, Dr. Sri explains the seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit: what they are, where they come from, and how they are important to our faith. This episode was first released in May 2020. Snippet from the Show  The gifts of the Holy Spirit make you more docile to God's promptings in your life. _ _ For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.