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Jer 1:1-2:30, Phil 4:1-23, Ps 75:1-10, Pr 24:17-20

“What is clerical celibacy?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of this discipline within the Church. Additionally, the episode addresses the concerns of a new Catholic in the Air Force grappling with war participation and the Church’s teachings on conscientious objection and pacifism, providing a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:18 – What does it mean for clerical celibacy to be a discipline? 17:42 – I'm in active duty Air Force, and a new Catholic. I now struggle with participating in war. I have filed for conscientious objector status. What does the Church actually teach about this, and can a Catholic be a pacifist? 39:49 – I just became Catholic. My family is not happy about it. My boyfriend and I want to get married but my family would be against a Catholic wedding. Any advice? 50:08 – I'm in OCIA. I noticed that during Mass sometimes the priest goes to the tabernacle to get other hosts to give out in communion. Is that okay? Does that bread turn into Jesus at the same Mass? Also is there a good resource to help me understand the Catholic approach to scripture. I grew up Baptist and I just want to understand the Catholic approach.

Isaiah 66:1-24, Phil 3:4-21, Ps 74:1-23, Pr 24:15-16

Friday, October 2, 2026Today, new details emerge about the Cornell 7 Title IX investigation; an unelected Republicans in Georgia are asking Todd Blanche to declare their voting machines illegal; Renée Good's family has filed two lawsuits against the Trump administration for wrongful death and excessive force; the Supreme Court has said it will take up the Trump administration immigration bond hearing case; Eric Schmitt was warned about the bogus Atlanta Hawks text messages before embarrassing himself on national television in the hearing; the White House once again removed CNN from pool coverage while selling ad space for Trump's taxpayer funded ads; the GOP hold on the Florida and Texas governors' races is weakening; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, Upwork | Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free. Donate to Daily Beans for Equality New MexicoOn behalf of RAICES, we're fundraising critical funds to ensure immigrant families have access to legal aidBlue Wave Nation | secure.actblue.com/donate/mswbluewave We've Been Nominated for a Signal Award for best news podcast! Vote for The Daily Beans https://vote.signalaward.com/PublicVoting#/2026/shows/genre/news-politicsThe Trump Epstein Memorial BookmobileThe Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: defiance.org/beansGuest:John FugelsangThe John Fugelsan Show Sirius XM Progress 127 Weekdays at 12 PM ET The John Fugelsang Podcast, John Fugelsang|Substack, @johnfugelsang|Bluesky, @JohnFugelsang|TwitterSeparation of Church and Hate by John FugelsangPre-Order Fake Christians by John FugelsangOctober 24 2026 Los Angeles - Sexy LiberalThe Latest Breakdown →What Do Mark Hamill, Kathy Griffin, Glenn Kirschner, Rep Gloria Johnson, and Brian Karem Have in Common?New Unjustified →Volume II Catch-22Diamond Dames → Diamond Dames - YouTube Diamond Dames - A Ted Lasso PodcastPatreon → The Daily Beans | PatreonStories‘She was pure love': Renee Good's partner makes first public comments as family sues U.S. government, ICE officer over her killing | NBC NewsSupreme Court grants review of Trump administration's mandatory detention policy for immigrants | AP NewsThe Cornell Rape Investigation: Five Takeaways | NYTWhite House removes CNN from press pool for second time in a week | CNNEric Schmitt was warned about the Jack Smith texts. He used them anyway. | MS NOWGOP hold on Florida and Texas governors' races weakens, nonpartisan analyst says | The Washington PostGood TroubleBlue Voter Guide→Voterpalooza Fest St. Louis, MO→Battleground Support Hub - Democrats.org →Get Out The Vote: Volunteer Info Session→Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org→Hands Off Our Vote! 2026 Toolkit | Indivisible→Help staff your local polling place - Power The Polls→Voter Registration Volunteer Opportunities · Mobilize→Helpline Orientation- Spanish Speakers Needed! - VoteRiders→Help save Texas from Ken Paxton! →NO HATE in WA State→Stand With Minnesota →iceout.org Our Donation Links →Giving - The Daily BeansGood NewsThe Assembly NCLost CrossIndivisible and mobilize.us Dana Goldberg's Southwest FunnyFest Oct 9 - City of Albuquerque→Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans →Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.comSubscribe to the MSW on YouTube - MSW Media - YouTubeDr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill→Federal workers email AG - fedoath@pm.meDana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook, DanaGoldberg.com for Tour DatesMore from MSW Media - Shows, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Church can be messy. Todd tackles what happens when you feel invisible at church, disagree with your spouse on a major theological issue, or face a moral dilemma where someone else's life is on the line. Segment 1 • Feeling ignored or left out at church? Should you stay or start looking elsewhere? • Could church cliques be driving young people away? • If persecution comes, will you be equipped to stand firm? Segment 2 • Should men serve in the nursery? • How much should your parents' example shape the way you live now? • When does biblical wisdom go beyond finding an explicit verse? Segment 3 • Who should actually have the final say in a church—the elders or the congregation? • Should Christians say “namaste”? • Should Christians support rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem? Segment 4 • What if you discover after marriage that you disagree about female pastors? • Someone threatens to kill a loved one unless you deny Christ. What do you do? • Do you need to understand an atheist's worldview before you can effectively share the Gospel? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

DopeyCon Tickets: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/2345507PATREON!: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcastThis week on Dopey! Dave's friend Anthony from the beach brings a lifetime of hardcore Long Island Dopey: childhood exorcisms, crack, heroin, bad checks, pistol-whippings, and getting shot in his father's church van—with ten bundles of dope hidden in the dashboard and a kitten along for the ride.Growing up with a preacher father, a painful family breakup, and a frightening stay in a psychiatric hospital at thirteen, Anthony found acceptance in weed, deli work, and the nickname “Stoner.” Then cocaine turned into crack, crack turned into heroin, and years disappeared into rehabs, shelters, hustles, and the conviction that he could always land on his feet. Along the way: stealing his mother's wedding ring, selling the car she bought him, smoking crack on the ride to rehab, and shopping for treatment like he was booking a resort vacation.Anthony tells Dave about a massive heroin habit, a robbery crew that missed the $5,000 in his pocket, living in his father's church parking lot, and watching his car hood fly off on Sunrise Highway—then continuing straight to the dealer. After surviving throat cancer and returning to drugs, a cocaine relapse with his girlfriend Maggie brought terrifying paranoia, imaginary pursuers, and another attempt to cast out demons with his dad.But the story doesn't end there. Anthony shares what finally changed: wanting to stop, getting honest, working the steps, going to therapy, rebuilding his relationship, and returning to school to become an addiction counselor. Today, the victories include a wedding on the horizon, matching bedding, seasonal dish towels, and spoons that haven't been used to cook drugs.PLUS! DopeyCon preparations, a kratom company's sponsorship offer, Wiley's bloody-rig-and-fire-pit meth voicemail, a listener's desperate struggle with alcohol, an ephedrine experiment gone wrong, and the Kevin O'Leary backlash. Dave reads the love and hate and considers what it means when the show he makes is also “our show.”All that AND more! On this New New New SUPER CLASSIC NEW episode of that good old DOPEY Shoe - errrr Show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Chad Connelly, E. W. Jackson, and Alex McFarland as they explore America's Christian heritage and the history you may not have learned in public school. Hosea 4:6 warns that God's people are destroyed for a lack of knowledge. When we don't know the true history of our nation, we can be deceived by lies that lead us into bondage. Learn how God's Word and faith in Jesus Christ helped shape America as the land of the free and the home of the brave!

Tonight on Mormonism LIVE, Bill Reel and Radio Free Mormon are joined by special guest John Dehlin for an exhaustive examination of the LDS Church's lawsuit against Mormon Stories. Instead of arguing about the case in the abstract, we take 30 specific claims made by the Church and its attorneys and put them side-by-side with… Read More »John Dehlin Joins Mormonism Live!: LDS Church vs. Mormon Stories — Who's Telling the Truth?

Friday Rosary - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by artist: Luba Hilman  - Song Title: Sunlit Bloom This week's collection of beautiful music welcomes you into a calm state of prayer as together, we offer up our daily prayer and intentions alongside this daily rosary. This rosary contains the sorrowful mysteries, recited on Tuesdays and Fridays  These mysteries focus on Christ's Passion and death, with fruits like sorrow for sin and patience. Be a part of the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  The spoken portion of this rosary is 15 minutes, with extended music for additional meditation.  All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishin May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - SORROWFUL FRIDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/fZE1UwFbRE0 ROSARY - SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Friday - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/KyCey-qH-lA MOST VIEWED FRIDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/tcryvk5IlmY MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. #Rosary #SorrowfulMysteries #CatholicMeditation #FridayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish

You've been lit, so don't hide the light. This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby unpack Jesus' call for believers to be the light of the world, exploring what it means to let our good works point others to God.For more from The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connecting.

Patrick shares heartfelt reflections on aging, loss, and faith, recounting his father’s journey with Alzheimer’s and his mother’s cancer, while listeners call in to offer stories of love, hope, and spiritual endurance. The discussion explores lessons learned from sudden and gradual loss, the importance of preparation for life’s uncertainties, and the healing role of faith and community support. Through gratitude, vulnerability, and practical wisdom, Patrick connects deeply with those longing to return to a vibrant spiritual life, inspiring listeners to cherish every moment and recommit to prayer and reconciliation. Patrick shares the pain and difficult journey many of us take as our parents get older (00:36) Barbara - My husband experienced what you are talking about. I was frustrated that I couldn't be there for him. Is there any counseling service in Church that would help these people? (18:14) Carol - Relevant Radio has brought me deeper in faith and what you are talking about is amazing. (22:52) Rhonda - What happens to your soul and body when you die? My mother-in law passed recently from Alzheimer’s. I believe things will get better. (26:40) Nancy - My situation with my mother for Alzheimer’s was not sad. My parents were married for 73 years. I saw it as a blessing. (35:33) Sandy - You recommended the ABC's of choosing a good husband. I got the book and gave it to my daughter. She had 3 objections. Can you help me address these? (41:35) Originally aired on September 8, 2026

Patrick guides callers through questions on prayer, confession after decades away, and the transformative grace found in returning to the Church, highlighting moving personal testimonies of healing and renewed hope. Listeners hear honest guidance, practical steps, and the reassurance that no one is ever too far gone for forgiveness and spiritual renewal. Shirley - I went to Catholic school, and we prayed to St. Anthony. (00:24) Joseph - Why did Jesus spend time in hell? (08:41) Did Jesus Go to Hell? https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/did-jesus-go-to-hell *Kathy - I have been away from the Church for 20 years and I’ve started going back to Mass. What is the best approach to going to Confession? (15:07) Joshua - Isn't the fact that Moses wrote down what he did show that Protestants are right about their faith claims? (25:45) Aaron – I was away from the Church 20 years. I was happy to hear you make this recommendation. (29:29) Yolie - Mother Theresa experienced a lot of darkness before dying. What does Jesus mean when he said, “my God my God, why have you forsaken me?” (32:47) Patrick in Atlanta - We have Dominicans, Franciscans. What are these? Can you explain these religious groups? Are they denominations? (39:25) Nick - How does the Church feel about tattoos? (43:32) Tom - About the last line in the Memorare, “hear and answer me”, we always pray to Mary for intercession, but why pray this way?

Spiritual Warfare and Heavenly GloryThe seventy-two disciples returned rejoicing and said to Jesus, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us because of your name.” Jesus said, “I have observed Satan fall like lightning from the sky. Behold, I have given you the power ‘to tread upon serpents' and scorpions and upon the full force of the enemy and nothing will harm you. Nevertheless, do not rejoice because the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice because your names are written in heaven.” Luke 10:17–20The seventy-two disciples Jesus sent out on a mission symbolize the whole Church. Though the Twelve Apostles and their apostolic successors, the bishops, hold a unique role in providing the foundation of the Church, the seventy-two represent all disciples who, after choosing to follow Christ in word and deed, are then sent forth to witness to the Gospel and exercise Christ's authority.It's interesting that when the seventy-two returned, their only recorded reaction was, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us because of your name.” Why is that? Why not say, “Lord, many hearts were touched, and many came to believe in You”? Perhaps for a few reasons.First, given the mixture of many pagan religious practices found in first-century Israel, it's possible that demonic possession was far more prevalent and visible than it is today. Or perhaps satan is just as active now, but more subtle and deceptive in appearance. It's also possible that mental illness was often interpreted as demonic possession.Another reason the seventy-two may have focused on the authority over demons they experienced on mission is because, then as now, many people find evil and demonic activity strangely fascinating. Evil and satanic manifestations can create a dark allure in people's minds.Whatever the reason for their fascination, there is something good in the joy they experienced. Demons and demonic possession are jarring and intimidating. Therefore, when these disciples encountered demons directly and then successfully commanded them to be silent or to depart from a possessed person, they were rightly relieved and overjoyed. Christ had given them authority over evil, and the demons were overpowered by a simple command spoken in Jesus' name.Jesus acknowledges the value of this spiritual warfare and affirms that it was by His authority that the seventy-two prevailed. However, He also places their mission and its fruits in proper order. Driving out demons is not an end in itself. It may be necessary at times, but it is not the highest good. The salvation of souls, which gives God eternal glory, is the highest good. Therefore, Jesus says, “Nevertheless, do not rejoice because the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice because your names are written in heaven.”These same principles apply to us. Though we might not encounter demons visibly possessing people and being cast out through an exorcism, we do see the evil one at work in countless ways and are often more fascinated by that evil than by God's grace quietly building up His Kingdom. For example, consider your interest in the latest headlines. If two stories were covered—one a shocking display of evil, the other an inspiring account of God's grace at work—which would catch most people's attention? Likely the shocking and demonic one. Though like the seventy-two, we must be attentive to the demonic forces at work and do our part to overcome them, we must also be careful not to make the fight against evil our primary focus. Rather, combating evil is only a means to a far greater end: the sanctity of every soul and the upbuilding of the Kingdom of God.Reflect today on your own focus. Are you more fascinated by the darkness of evil or by the light of grace? Are you more intrigued by dramatic spiritual battles or by the quiet workings of sanctity? Rejoice above all that your name, by God's grace, is written in heaven, and make this the ultimate goal of all you do by God's grace.All-powerful Lord, You command the demons, and they obey. Grant me the grace to rebuke the evil one and all his works. Even more, grant me the grace to be transformed in heart, conformed ever more perfectly to You, so that I may share more fully in Your Kingdom and help draw others into the glory of eternal life. Jesus, I trust in You.Image via Adobe Stock  Source: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

Can a Latter-day Saint Be a Democratic Socialist? New! Subscribe to Greg's New Channel, The Greg Matsen Show @GregMatsen Alive and Intelligent Substack - https://aliveandintelligent.substack.com Warriors of Teancum men's retreat - https://warriorsofteancum.net Is Socialism Mormon? Yes, there were socialist bishops in 1910. That's not the whole story, and the part they left out matters From the 1936 First Presidency warning to Romney in 1966, a consistent line runs through the Church's teaching. Socialism Is Not the United Order Marion G. Romney's forgotten 1966 conference talk answers the question the Tribune won't. Salt Lake Tribune Article on Mormon Socialists and the history of socialism within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Cwic Media Website: http://www.cwicmedia.com 

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In this episode of Bible Reading and Coffee Drinking, we dive into 1 John 3, where John reminds us of the incredible love God has shown us by calling us His children. But being a child of God should change the way we live. John challenges us to turn away from sin, love one another, and show that love through our actions, not just our words. This chapter reminds us that genuine faith produces a different kind of life, one marked by obedience, compassion, and love. Grab your Bible and coffee, and let's talk about what it really means to live like a child of God.Check out this podcast and all previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes, Google more! - https://www.livingchristian.org/podcast.htmlMY BIBLE: Every Man's Bible: New Living Translation - Find it here: https://amzn.to/3MuDAUSCHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE BELOW FOR BLOGS, BIBLE VERSES AND MORE:Website | https://www.livingchristian.orgPodcast | https://www.livingchristian.org/podcast.htmlFOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL:Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/living_christian/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/livechristian1 Twitter | https://twitter.com/livechristian1Pinterest | https://www.pinterest.com/living_christian/TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@livingchristianABOUT US:Living Christian believes that our Christian faith isn't just for Sunday mornings in Church. Our faith impacts every aspect of our lives and the challenges we face every day of the week. We want to connect to people who are seeking to determine what Living Christian means in their own day-to-day lives. We are focused on providing resources and products to a community of believers. We provide daily biblical inspiration, motivation and guidance through social posts, blogs and Christian apparel and products.This work contains Music Track The 126ers - Winds of Spring that is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license. Source: https://directory.audio/free-music/pop/5092-the-126ers-winds-of-springAuthor: The 126ers#christ #christian #christianity #christianblog #christianblogger #verses #bible #bibleinspiration #bibletime #jesusistheway #biblestudy #dailybible #newtestament #oldtestament #thebible #christ #jesuschrist #holybible #lukewarm #christians #christianpodcast #christmas

John-Henry Westen examines Our Lady of Fatima's promise that “in the end, my Immaculate Heart will triumph” and explores what that triumph could look like in the world and in the Church.Drawing on the Fatima message and Sister Lucia's memoirs, John-Henry explains the connection between the consecration of Russia to the Immaculate Heart, Russia's conversion, and the promised period of peace. He argues that the triumph will also involve a widespread revival of devotion to the Immaculate Heart through consecration and reparation, ultimately leading to a renewed recognition of Christ's social kingship.Looking to Portugal, Austria, and Spain as historical examples, John-Henry examines how Marian devotion and national consecration have been associated with Catholic renewal and major periods of social and political change. He then considers what this vision could mean amid the present crisis in the Church, including repentance, the restoration of Catholic liturgy and discipline, and renewed recognition of Christ's kingship.John-Henry concludes with the First Saturday devotion, Confession, Communion, the Rosary, and meditation offered in reparation, as a concrete response to Our Lady's requests at Fatima and a source of hope for the eventual triumph of the Immaculate Heart.HELP SUPPORT WORK LIKE THIS: https://give.lifesitenews.com/?utm_source=SOCIAL U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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You've been lit, so don't hide the light. This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby unpack Jesus' call for believers to be the light of the world, exploring what it means to let our good works point others to God.For more from The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connecting.

Morning Offering, October 2, 2026 Brought to you by Rosary.Com https://bit.ly/4AB5hDDOn the Memorial of the Holy Guardian Angels, Father Brad reflects on Psalm 138 and the unseen presence of the angels whenever we worship God at Mass.Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________

Send me a DM here (it doesn't let me respond), OR email me: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.comToday I'm so honored to have back on the show once again: Cult and cult abuse survivor, overcomer and whistleblower, Vice President of the non-profit Tucson Pops Orchestra, freelance social media photographer, future cosmetology school graduate, Penn State University alum, former Digital Content Creator for KGUN 9, artist, creative, and an incredible hero who has stepped up to break the silence on cult abuse and to educate on how victims can take steps to get out: Caleb Fernandez A little bit about Caleb if you're new here, if you missed his first two episodes, or if you just need a little refresher:Caleb was born into a world already woven with invisible chains. Raised in Southern California amid the sprawling influence of Calvary Chapel, he entered life entangled in what he describes as multi-generational cult dynamics. Church leaders were not distant figures but active presences in his earliest years. As a small child he endured ritualized and psychosexual cult abuse, the machinery of mind control, and experiences he later recognized as labor trafficking disguised as mission trips and service. He speaks of unclean spirits operating within Calvary Chapel and carries the unshakable conviction that the organization functions as a cult whose patterns of control, isolation, financial pressure, gossip framed as prayer chains, and suppression of questions must be named so that others can break free.Even then, something inside Caleb refused to go dark. From his earliest school years, Caleb poured himself into musical theater. On stage he discovered a language louder than fear - performance, music, and collective creation that let him breathe when his environment felt suffocating. That same creative current carried him through high school questions that made adults uncomfortable, through college at Penn State University where he earned a bachelor's degree in advertising and public relations while secretly studying Jewish history and ancient civilizations to understand the faith he had been handed, and onward to New York City. There he mastered production assistance, photography, and art direction. He worked as a digital content creator for KGUN9, modeled, and honed skills in still and moving images, retouching, scripting, editing, event planning, and brand representation. He also lived with epilepsy and later learned he is autistic - realities that had been met in childhood with prayer instead of professional care.The journey toward freedom began in his early twenties and reached its culmination in 2025 when, at 33, he finally escaped the cult. Every step has been an act of radical courage. He is now vice president of the nonprofit Tucson Pops Orchestra, where music becomes medicine and community becomes sanctuary. He continues as a freelance social media photographer and strategic digital creative. Cosmetology school waits on the horizon, another chapter in a life that keeps expanding.Caleb is more than a survivor. He is a living symphony of resilience - a man who gathered the shattered notes of his past and composed a future of purpose, artistry, and fierce advocacy. As a first-time whistleblower he has given voice to the silenced, offering practical, life-saving guidance for anyone still trapped. He reminds every person who has ever felt controlled, gaslit, or broken that the light inside them is stronger than any organization, any abuse, any chain. From unimaginable darkness he has risen not to merely to endure but to sing, to create, to lead, and to show others the way out. Yet the true wonder of Caleb's story is only beginning. The same hands once bound by control now conduct healing. The same spirit once told to stay silent now speaks with a clarity that plants seeds of awakening in hearts still living in fear. Every word of testimony he offers becomes a lantern held high for those still searching for the exit. In him we see the promise that no chain is unbreakable, no darkness final, no voice truly lost. What was once meant to erase him has instead become the very bridge others now walk across toward their own healing. Caleb stands as living testimony that even the longest night can end in a sunrise no one expected - and that one courageous soul is enough to light the way for thousands more.

Today is a short, hopefully helpful bridge between Tuesday's episode and the one Saturday pertaining to a politics for the glory of Christ. David explains what every Christians knows about the problem of socialism that most economists and politicians don't.Support the show: https://www.factennessee.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He met her at church. He told her his wife was a roommate. He gave her AI-generated love songs and matching tattoos. He made her wait eighteen months. Then Ashley Flynn was shot twice in the head while their daughters slept down the hall. Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott sits down with Tony Brueski to trace the full arc — from worship leader to murder defendant — across a three-part interview.Part one dissects the foundation. Flynn was 36 and embedded in church leadership at CLC in Miami County, Ohio. Botner was 21 and interning. Scott maps the power imbalance — the age gap, the spiritual authority, the “roommate” narrative — and explains why those details aren't background. They're the conditions that made everything that followed possible.Part two follows the holding pattern. For eighteen months, Flynn maintained a double life — his wife Ashley, his children, his reputation, and Botner waiting in the margins. She gave him a deadline in January to leave Ashley. He blew past it. On Valentine's Day, he returned. Scott explains the intermittent reinforcement and sunk-cost fallacy that made leaving impossible for Botner and unnecessary for Flynn.Part three takes on the 107,000 texts and their escalation to casual discussions of Ashley's death. Botner testified she texted “I want to kill her.” The public is split on whether she was pushing for murder or divorce. Scott reads both psychologies, then raises the question most people haven't reached: if Flynn had stayed with Ashley, how much danger was the woman holding his secrets in?Whether you've followed every day of the trial or you're hearing about this relationship for the first time, this three-part interview maps the full arc.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292 Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1 Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#CalebFlynn #AlleighaBotner #HiddenKillers #AshleyFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial #TrueCrime #ShavaunScott #AmericanIdol #TrueCrimePodcast #RelationshipPsychology

Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley discuss Jen's new book “Made Like Me.”Questions Covered in This Episode:Why did you write this book?Why is Genesis 2 important?Is the emphasis on sameness or difference?What do you lose if you don't have sameness of distinction?What are the immediate implications for generous complementarianism?What do you hope this book will do?Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Genesis 2“Made Like Me” by Jen WilkinDeep Discipleship Program Follow Us:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | WebsiteSupport Training the Church and Become a Patron:patreon.com/trainingthechurchYou can now receive your first seminary class for FREE from Midwestern Seminary after completing Lifeway's Deep Discipleship curriculum, featuring JT, Jen and Kyle. Learn more at mbts.edu/deepdiscipleship.To learn more about our sponsors please visit our sponsor page.Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we welcome Joby Martin back to the show. In this interview, we discuss the Church of Eleven 22 being named the fastest growing church in America, what the verdict and the reaction to the Lindsay Clancy case says about our society, the recent anniversaries of 9/11 and the Charlie Kirk assassination, and much more. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Check out our SHOP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Chad Connelly, E. W. Jackson, and Alex McFarland as they explore America's Christian heritage and the history you may not have learned in public school. Hosea 4:6 warns that God's people are destroyed for a lack of knowledge. When we don't know the true history of our nation, we can be deceived by lies that lead us into bondage. Learn how God's Word and faith in Jesus Christ helped shape America as the land of the free and the home of the brave!

Thursday Rosary - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by artist: Luba Hilman  - Song Title: Sunlit Bloom This week's collection of beautiful music welcomes you into a calm state of prayer as together, we offer up our daily prayer and intentions alongside this daily rosary. This rosary contains the luminous mysteries, recited on Thursdays.  These mysteries focus on Jesus' public ministry, including his baptism and the institution of the Eucharist, with fruits such as openness to the Holy Spirit and adoration. Join the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  The spoken portion of this rosary is 15 minutes, with extended music for additional meditation.  All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishing. May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - LUMINOUS THURSDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/3FsR8I6WiTs ROSARY - SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Thursday - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/S6fNrAPjf2M MOST VIEWED THURSDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/73Z7rRx6dnM MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. #Rosary #LuminousMysteries #CatholicMeditation #ThursdayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish

On the first day of each month, we release Grace & Knowledge, a more in-depth article from Paul that allows him to expand on biblical truths beyond his weekly Wednesday's Word.Our prayer is that this resource helps you “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen” (2 Peter 3:18).In this month's Grace & Knowledge, Paul shares 20 Scripture passages he frequently returns to, offering brief reflections on how they bring conviction, comfort, hope, and practical gospel wisdom to everyday life.Watch Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment this weekend!

As a victim, you put demands on the world: Give them up for a day. Lethal injections fail: Christa Pike. Religion is entertainment: Rolls-Royce pastor. "God is trans." Forgive

Patrick Madrid brings listeners thoughtful commentary on Respect Life Month, exploring both prayerful action against abortion pill use and the importance of choosing language that honors life and dignity. Questions about faith, Catholic tradition, and moral challenges spark heartfelt exchanges, while personal reflections and lighthearted moments weave through the episode, from the meaning behind France as the Church’s “eldest daughter” to the encouragement of returning to prayer and spiritual practices no matter the hour. Stories and caller insights provide encouragement for anyone seeking spiritual renewal or a way back to the Church. During Respect Life Month, Catholics urged to pray, take action to stop use of abortion pill - https://www.osvnews.com/during-respect-life-month-catholics-urged-to-pray-take-action-to-stop-use-of-abortion-pill/ (00:55) Mary (email) - How early is too early to say evening prayers if you aren't going to bed right away? (05:34) Mary - I volunteered at pregnancy resource clinic. Should we use the word 'preborn' instead 'unborn'? (15:17) Joseph (email) - Do humans need sleep because of original sin? Ditto for needing to eat. (22:15) Jenna - In our home, we don't use word 'disability'. If we want to have respect for all life, we also have to include this. (25:15) Brian (email) - Does the nickname “Old Hairy Legs” for Satan have a historical basis in St. Jerome’s writings and the biblical references to “hairy ones” or goat-like demons? (27:43) Jordan (email) - How should a Catholic answer the claim that God acted wrongly by killing large numbers of people, including children, in the Old Testament, such as the firstborn of Egypt? (31:34) Kathy - France is called the eldest daughter of the Catholic Church. How did this come to be? (42:00) Adam - There is a liturgical problem in my Church. I am an altar server. What should I do? Not sure I can keep on doing this. (46:56)

Read OnlineThe Angel at Your Side“See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven always look upon the face of my heavenly Father.” Matthew 18:10Angels fascinate both young and old. Countless books and stories have been written and shared about encounters with these heavenly beings. If you were to behold one of God's angels, you would undoubtedly be filled with awe, marveling at the angel's beauty, splendor, and power.Today, the Church honors those members of the Celestial Hierarchy who are most intimately involved in our daily lives: our Guardian Angels. The Gospel for this Memorial offers us insight into both their nature and their greatness.The passage begins with a worldly question posed by Jesus' disciples: “Who is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven?” Their question reveals a lingering attachment to status and honor, reflective of human preoccupations both then and now. In response, Jesus performs a surprising gesture—He places a child in their midst.In the first-century Jewish context, children held little societal importance. They had no legal authority, no public voice, and no influence. Therefore, Jesus' action is radical. By presenting a child as the model of greatness, He overturns conventional standards and introduces new criteria: humility, simplicity, dependence, weakness, and childlike trust in God.Jesus then offers a deeper reason why a child is truly great: “Their angels in heaven always look upon the face of my heavenly Father.” These angels are the Guardian Angels. If each child is assigned such a noble guardian who stands perpetually in the presence of God, then the child, too, shares in that dignity. In fact, so does every person, for God gifts each one of us with a Guardian Angel.From this perspective, human greatness is not determined by accomplishments or public acclaim but by the love and care God lavishes upon each soul. The very fact that God entrusts every person with an angel reveals each one's intrinsic worth and sacred dignity. The gift of a Guardian Angel means that each one of us—whether a powerful ruler or a hidden soul in humble circumstances—has value in God's eyes.This first form of greatness arises from our very nature—who we are in God's sight. Such recognition should be enough for us to honor one another and treat every person with reverence. If the angels of Heaven love and serve those around us—our families, neighbors, even strangers—then we, too, must strive to love and serve them with the same devotion and love.There is also a second form of greatness worth reflecting on: the greatness that comes from freely cooperating with the will of God. When we submit ourselves to His providence and actively embrace the mission our Guardian Angels are tasked with—to guide, protect, and lead us to holiness—God's grace abounds in our lives. This does not make us intrinsically “greater” than others, but it allows the greatness of God to shine more brightly through us. In this way, His glory is magnified in and through our cooperation with His will.Reflect today on the quiet presence of your Guardian Angel. Consider the immense dignity you possess in God's eyes, a dignity confirmed by the fact that an angel has been appointed to walk with you through life. Then reflect also on the dignity of every person you encounter each day. Even those who sin and stray from God's will have been entrusted to an angel's care. We must strive to love and serve them as their angels do. As you ponder this awe-inspiring gift, allow this truth to fill you with peace, humility, and a renewed resolve to follow God's will and to help others do the same, so that His greatness may radiate through your life.Angel of God, my guardian dear, to whom God's love commits me here, ever this day be at my side, to light and guard, to rule and guide. Amen. Guardian angel, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You. Image: The Guardian Angel, by Bernhard PlockhorstSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

By All Saints' Day in Tudor London, the sun was down by quarter past four. In the final episode of our autumn series, we find out how the Tudors got ready for the long dark, in their bodies, in their homes, and in their hearts. We start with the health books. Sir Thomas Elyot warned that autumn was "dangerous to all ages, all natures, and all countries," and Andrew Boorde had a whole diet for melancholy people (no red wine, sorry!). Then we light the mutton-fat candles with Thomas Tusser, find out why one doctor thought the smell of apples was dangerous, and hang out the lanterns with London's mayor. And then we come to Hallowtide, when church bells rang all night for the souls of the dead. Henry VIII nearly banned it, Elizabeth's bishops tried for years to stop it, and ordinary people in places like Sandbach and Weaverham kept climbing the tower to ring for the people they'd lost. This is episode 4 of 4 in our series on how the Tudors got ready for autumn. Thank you so much for watching!

Why be Catholic if you think the Church is evil?Sources:https://substack.com/@returntotradition1Contact Me:Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.comSupport My Work:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStineSubscribeStarhttps://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-traditionBuy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStinePhysical Mail:Anthony StinePO Box 3048Shawnee, OK74802Follow me on the following social media:https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/https://twitter.com/pontificatormax+JMJ+#popeleoXIV #catholicism #catholicchurch #catholicprophecy#infiltration

Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott joins Tony Brueski to map what happened between Caleb Flynn and Alleigha Botner long before any murder charges — and why the church where they met matters as much as the 107,000 texts that followed.Flynn was a 36-year-old worship team volunteer and former American Idol contestant at CLC church in Miami County, Ohio. Botner was a 21-year-old intern. He was married with children. She'd never been in a relationship with that kind of power gap. Scott says the age difference alone creates conditions where manipulation goes undetected — at 21, the part of the brain that evaluates risk and spots long-term consequences is still developing. Flynn had fifteen years on her and a marriage he was hiding behind.The church setting amplified everything. Scott explains how spiritual authority generates a specific cognitive shortcut — what clinicians call a “halo effect.” A man embedded in worship leadership doesn't trip the same alarms a stranger would. When Flynn told Botner his wife was “just a roommate,” Scott says that narrative did something precise to a 21-year-old in that environment: it activated a desire to help instead of a desire to leave.The details that sound strangest in a courtroom — AI-generated love songs, matching hidden Harry Potter tattoos — are the ones Scott calls most clinically significant. She says they're tools for building a sealed-off world where only two people have access. Paired with the secrecy the affair required, Botner lost contact with every person who could've seen what was happening. Scott traces each element to its psychological function and explains what the pattern tells us about the eighteen months that came after.Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292 Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1 Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#CalebFlynn #AlleighaBotner #HiddenKillers #AshleyFlynn #CalebFlynnTrial #TrueCrime #ShavaunScott #AmericanIdol #TrueCrimePodcast #ChurchAffair

Fr. Patrick preached this homily on October 1, 2026. The readings are from Job 19:21-27, Psalm 27:7-8a, 8b-9abc, 13-14, Luke 10:1-12 (Memorial of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church). Connect with us! Website: https://slakingthirsts.com/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@SlakingThirsts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SlakingThirsts/

Fr. Ryan preached this homily on September 30, 2026. The readings are from Job 9:1-12, 14-16, Psalm 88:10-15, Luke 9:57-62 (Memorial of Saint Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church). Connect with us! Website: https://slakingthirsts.com/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@SlakingThirsts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SlakingThirsts/

Fr. Ryan preached this homily on October 1, 2026. The readings are from Job 19:21-27, Psalm 27:7-8a, 8b-9abc, 13-14, Luke 10:1-12 (Memorial of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church). Connect with us! Website: https://slakingthirsts.com/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@SlakingThirsts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/SlakingThirsts/

Christian Gomez is co-director of Operations for the John Birch Society and is a contributor for The New American. He currently co-hosts the JbS web-series, BiRCH'N the USA. For some time there's been a lot of controversy, even among conservatives, about a Constitutional Convention, or a ConCon for short. According to Christian, the term, "Constitutional Convention" has been in our legal vernacular for over a century. You can go back to the 2nd edition of Black's Law Dictionary published in 1910 and on to the most current editions published today. They define "Constitutional Convention" as, "A duly constituted assembly of delegates or representatives of the people of a state or nation for the purpose of framing, revising or amending its constitution." So terms such as "Article V Convention" or "Constitutional Convention" are interchangeable, historical terms. However, lately (since about 2010 or 2011), there's been a movement in favor of a convention. They rename their efforts in more flattering fashion by using phrases such as "Convention of States" or "Convention of the States." Whatever phrase you want to use, some indicate this is needed in order to balance the budget or to limit the power of Congress or to change what are perceived as outdated rules. Are there dangers lurking about within such efforts that could subvert the Constitution? You decide what motives might be involved when you review this important edition of Crosstalk. More Information: jbs.org

Morning Offering, October 1, 2026 Brought to you by Rosary.Com https://bit.ly/4dceE2LFrom wanting an “elevator to heaven” to embracing her Little Way, St. Thérèse reminds us that holiness is not about becoming powerful, but becoming small enough to trust God.Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________

Everyone seems to have something to say in Corinth, but who is being helped by what is heard? Paul would rather speak five understandable words than ten thousand in a tongue. He calls for speech that teaches, encourages, and consoles, then tells some speakers to wait, others to remain silent, and the Church to weigh what is said. His instructions also address women's speaking in the assembly and confront those who claim spiritual authority while rejecting the Lord's command. How does the Church distinguish a speaker's desire to be heard from speech that builds up Christ's people?   The Rev. James Peterson of St. John Lutheran Church in Curtis, Nebraska, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Corinthians 14:1–40.  To learn more about St. John Lutheran in Curtis, visit facebook.com/stjohncurtis. What happens when Christians turn their pastors into rival teams, take one another to court, and leave their neighbors hungry at the Lord's Supper? Corinth gives Paul plenty to write about. Questions about marriage, meat sacrificed to idols, spiritual gifts, and the resurrection bring the apostle into the daily life of a church struggling with pride and division. Through it all, he keeps bringing them back to Christ crucified and risen.  In 2 Corinthians, the strained relationship between Paul and the people he loves brings its own painful questions about forgiveness, faithful ministry, suffering, and weakness. These letters give us the treasure in jars of clay, the promise of resurrection, and the assurance that Christ's grace is sufficient. Join Thy Strong Word as we study 1 and 2 Corinthians verse by verse and hear what God speaks to a troubled church He has called His own.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

On the heels of this past Sunday's "Vision Sunday", catch up with lead pastor, Daniel Bridgman, and executive pastor, Dan Burrell, on deeper details of LIFE's ministry goals as a church family in the coming months to years. 

Nic was working as a doctor in Bristol whilst seeing the house church he was part of grow from 12 to 700 people; and then he planted a church with another 12 adults in Liverpool which exploded to a thousand over the following years. His passion and DNA is to help communities on mission to form disciples who make disciples and impact society around them. He's lived it, understands it, and shares from his wealth of experience of both successes and failures to help us think through and choose to be the best representation of the Church of Jesus Christ. What a conversation!▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hHplbXMo9dYNic can be contacted at nic[@]kairosconnexion.orgCheck out www.kairosconnexion.org ‘to see the church multiplying again through ordinary people'Check out www.tfh.org.uk to see what Together for the Harvest is doing in LiverpoolTake your small group on an adventure of mission and discipleship - a 9-week course that will set your small group on fire, ‘The Adventure' www.tfh.org.uk/course/the-adventureOf Nic's books, he'd most recommend ‘Bride', a passionate appeal to become the church that Jesus died for and is coming back for www.rb.gy/l0n22r---

Tom Cruise is often said to be the last of a dwindling breed: the true movie star. On this episode of Critics at Large, Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz consider the performances that have earned him that designation. The hosts are joined by Tyler Foggatt, a senior editor at The New Yorker and a die-hard “Cruise-head,” who breaks down the chapters of the actor's career. The early “heartthrob years,” marked by films like “Risky Business” and “The Color of Money,” established Cruise's appeal onscreen and catapulted him into projects with respected directors such as Stanley Kubrick and Paul Thomas Anderson. Cruise's affiliation with the Church of Scientology might have torpedoed the career of a different celebrity, but he remains irresistible to audiences, who have shown up at the box office throughout the past decade of his career—which has largely been defined by action flicks and jaw-dropping stuntwork. In “Digger,” the polarizing new film directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, Cruise's performance as a potbellied, aging oil baron is a rare departure from his usual fare. Might it signal another reinvention? “Cruise will probably default back to the formula that he knows works,” Foggatt says. “But maybe we'll get a couple ‘Digger's between now and then.”  Read, watch, and listen with the critics: “Digger” (2026) “Risky Business” (1983) “The Color of Money” (1986) “Cocktail” (1988) “Jerry Maguire” (1996)  “Born on the Fourth of July” (1989) “Magnolia” (1999)  “Valkyrie” (2008) The “Mission: Impossible” movies (1999-) “War of the Worlds” (2005) New episodes drop every Thursday. Follow Critics at Large wherever you get your podcasts. Critics at Large is a weekly discussion from The New Yorker that explores the latest trends in books, television, film, and more. Join us every Thursday as we make unexpected connections between classic texts and pop culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We examine whether the Church could be seeing more requests for exorcisms. Meanwhile, a former pro player explains the importance of the Catholic faith in baseball. And, 18 American men are ordained deacons at the Vatican in a major step toward priesthood.

This Sunday, Mike Erre talked about Paul's contrast between wisdom and foolishness in 1 Corinthians. Now Mike, Kevin Dixon, Chris McClarney, and Tim Timmons recount the woes of being (old) men. They also celebrate unexpected moments of joy and hope in the world.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Not the real intro00:21 Bleeping Edwin00:28 The real intro01:00 Team Banter Rejoice14:00 Content begins25:40 How do we work on our cynicism toward the Church?35:53 Are we called to determine good and evil?47:10 Do we see God in Seth Erre or the flood?Continuity and Discontinuity: Perspectives on the Relationship Between the Old and New Testaments by John S. Feinberg, Rodney Petersen & Willem A. VanGemeren  ————Have a question or comment for the NOW team? Join the conversation by commenting below or texting us at +1 615 861 9503.

Friends of the Rosary,Today, October 1, the Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus (1873-1897), Virgin and Doctor of the Church, more popularly known as "the Little Flower."Born in Alençon, France, to Saints Louis and Zélie Martin, this nineteenth-century cloistered Carmelite reminds us that holiness can be lived through small acts done with great love — her “Little Way” of confidence and love.Thérèse's mother died when she was four, and at age fifteen she followed her two older sisters into the Carmel at Lisieux, France. For the next nine years she lived a very ordinary religious life. There are no miracles, exploits, or austerities recorded of her.Enduring extreme penances, Thérèse declared, “It is sufficient to acknowledge one's nothingness and to abandon oneself like a child to God's arms."She attained a very high degree of holiness by carrying out her ordinary daily duties with perfect fidelity, having a childlike confidence in God's providence and merciful love, and being ready to serve others at all times.She also had a great love of the Church and a zeal for the conversion of souls. She prayed especially for priests.She died of consumption on September 30, 1897, at the age of 24, and was canonized in 1925.She has never ceased to fulfill her promise: "I will pass my heaven in doing good on earth."“My God, I love you!” was her final prayer.Her inner life is known through her autobiography, Story of a Soul.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠October 1, 2026, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET 

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Michael means “who is like unto God.” It signifies his unique strength and special purpose in salvation history. St. Michael's service to Our Lord should not be understood in a purely militant way. He is an icon of remaining vigilant to serve God, in whatever way we are called to do. His service to Our Lord is also a reminder that we must be humble, for St. Michael assisted in casting down rebellious angels, and so we must ask ourselves if we are any better than they.