Podcasts about Inner Life

Today's message with Pastor Aaron is part of our series on Knowing The Holy Spirit. It's entitled: God's Inner Life. Too often we forget that as believers, the third Person of the Godhead lives inside us. What a difference this can make in our walk with Him and relationship with others.

MÓDULO 1 ODYSSEY - GOING BACK TO MY ROOTS (1981 - Remix) JUNIOR - MAMA USED TO SAY KOOL AND THE GANG - GET DOWN ON IT DELEGATION - PUT A LITTLE LOVE ON ME STEVIE WONDER - DO I DO (1982 - Remix) ROD STEWART - DA' YA' THINK I'M SEXY (1978 - Remix) KC AND THE SUNSHINE BAND - I`M YOUR BOOGIE MAN (1976) THELMA HOUSTON - SATURDAY NIGHT, SUNDAY MORNING (1979 - Remix) MÓDULO 2 DONNA SUMMER - LOVE'S ABOUT TO CHANGE MY HEART (Remix - 1989) MARTHA WASH AND JOCELYN BROWN - KEEP ON JUMPIN' (1996 - Remix) JENNIFER LOPEZ - WAITING FOR TONIGHT DIANA ROSS - THE BOSS MICHAEL JACKSON - PRETTY YOUNG THING LULU JOPPERT - DANCE WITH ME (1997) INNER LIFE (com Jocelyn Brown nos vocais) - AIN`T NO MOUNTAIN HIGH ENOUGH (1981) VOYAGE - FROM EAST TO WEST (1978) MÓDULO 3 MICHAEL SEMBELLO - MANIAC (Do filme Flashdance - 1983) JOE JACKSON - STEPPIN` OUT PHIL COLLINS - DON'T LOSE MY NUMBER (Remix) A-HA - YOU ARE THE ONE WHAM - WAKE ME UP BEFORE YOU GO-GO KENNY LOGGINS - FOOTLOOSE (Remix - 1984) NARADA MICHAEL WALDEN (1985) - GIMME, GIMME, GIMME (Part. Patti Austin nos vocais) STEVIE WONDER - PART-TIME LOVER (1985) MÓDULO 4 LOVE UNLIMITED ORQUESTRA - I`M SO GLAD THAT I`M A WOMAN (1979) CHANGE - A LOVER`S HOLIDAY BLUE FEATHER - LET`S FUNK TONIGHT MADONNA - BORDERLINE JERRY KNIGHT - OVERNIGHT SENSATION (1980) FANTASY - YOU`RE TOO LATE (1980) COMMODORES - LADY (YOU BRING ME UP) (1981)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From bestselling author Juliette Aristides comes an inspirational guide to thinking, making, and embodying the mind of a creative person. The third Monacelli Studio title from Juliette Aristides, The Inner Life of the Artist, is an inspirational guide to thinking, making, and embodying the mind of a creative person. The book contains a series of short, insightful essays and significant, meaningful quotes by contemporary and historical artists, each accompanied by a moving and inspiring selection of nearly 100 past and present artworks to help enlarge our capacity for wonder. For those interested in drawing, painting, and other art forms, the book expands upon Atelier principles with fun, approachable, and practical exercises applied throughout, with an emphasis on cultivating the artistic mind, along with the hand and the eye. This is the perfect book to inspire all creative thinkers, presented in a visually arresting compact package and wrapped in a cerulean blue cloth case. Juliette Aristides is a Seattle-based fine artist, author, and educator who seeks to understand and convey the human spirit through art. She has participated nationally in dozens of museum exhibitions including the solo shows Observations at the Reading Museum of Art in Reading, PA and A Life's Work at the Customs House Museum in Clarksville, TN. Aristides is the author of six best-selling books including Lessons in Classical Drawing and Lessons in Classical Painting, which have been translated into several languages. Her seventh book, The Inner Life of The Artist publishes this April from Monacelli. Juliette has been the director of the Aristides Atelier for over 20 years and founded the first Atelier in the Northwest at Gage Academy in Seattle. Her Atelier's achievements have been recognized in four consecutive exhibitions at the Maryhill Museum of Art. Aristides' artwork and writing have garnered national media attention in publications such as Fine Art Connoisseur, American Art Collector, Artist's Magazine, and American Artist. She has also been recognized as an Art Renewal Center “Living Master” and is the recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation grant. Michael Magrath received his BA in mythology and comparative religions at Reed College and his MFA in Sculpture and Public Art from the University of Washington in Seattle. Mike has studied in Florence and Rome, and taught at The Art Academy of London, The University of Washington, and the Gage Academy of Art where he began teaching in 2004. Since 2014, he has directed the Magrath Sculpture Atelier, where he also serves as Faculty Chair. His awards include the IFRAA best Religious Sculpture, the ART Renewal center First Prize in Sculpture. Magrath brings a craftsman's approach to sculpture, having come into art via the trades, working as a finisher, fabricator and foundryman. He also worked in college art programs for many decades, and so approaches teaching and artmaking from conceptual and maker-based perspectives. As such he seeks a marriage between elegance of concept and excellence in craftsmanship. As a teacher he seeks to demystify and make accessible to all the art making process. Magrath does both private and public commissions and has exhibited internationally. Clients include Microsoft, the University of Washington, the Archdiocese of Portland OR, as well as numerous private clients. Presented by Town Hall Seattle and Gage Academy of Art. Buy the Book The Inner Life of the Artist: Conversations from the Atelier Elliott Bay Book Company

NOTE - Tara offers a meditation you can use as a practice during this introduction series: Mindfulness Meditation—Intimacy with our Inner Life. Whether you are new to meditation or an experienced practitioner, the foundational teachings of mindfulness—heart presence—offer a timeless medicine for navigating these challenging times. This fresh introductory series invites you to bring alive ancient practices in ways that are directly relevant to the emotions and reactivity arising in today's world. You'll be guided to discover an inner refuge—a way to meet your personal life and our collective world with greater presence and wisdom, courage and love. In this session, we explore how to awaken mindful awareness of sensations—the first foundation of mindfulness and the ground of all experience. Everything we cherish—love, wisdom, wonder, creativity—arises from embodied presence. To truly receive the gifts of the path, we need to be here: awake, present, and intimate with the living currents of sensation.

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Welcome back to the podcast! Today we're getting a little more personal in our "How Stuff Works" series. Tune in!--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --How Toxic People Work: Understanding the Inner Life of a Toxic PersonToday's topic hits close to home for many people. Toxic people aren't just “difficult personalities.” According to the Bible, their behavior often stems from deep spiritual dysfunction. In this installment of our “How Stuff Works” series, we examine what really drives toxic people and how we can respond biblically and wisely.We're looking at the tragic life of King Saul, Israel's first king. At first, Saul appeared to be a promising leader—anointed by God, popular with the people, and empowered to lead. But his story quickly derailed due to unchecked insecurity, spiritual rebellion, and destructive behaviors that poisoned his relationships and led to his downfall.Through Saul's life, we uncover four key truths about how toxic people work. This study will help you understand toxic patterns, identify red flags, and—most importantly—learn how to respond like David did: with grace, boundaries, and wisdom.1. Toxic People Are Driven by InsecurityScripture Reference: 1 Samuel 18:6-9 (NLT)When David rose to fame after defeating Goliath, Saul's jealousy ignited. Rather than celebrating David's success, Saul saw him as a threat.“They credit David with ten thousands and me with only thousands. Next they'll be making him their king!” – Saul (1 Samuel 18:8)This response reveals a deep insecurity—a fear of being replaced, overshadowed, or exposed. Toxic people often present as confident or successful, but beneath the surface is a fragile identity rooted in comparison and fear.Spiritual Insight:True security comes from knowing you are made in the image of God. Without that, people seek worth through achievements, control, or praise. Saul had no mentor to guide him toward that deeper security—and it cost him everything.2. Toxic People Are Used by the EnemyScripture Reference: 1 Samuel 19:9-10 (NLT), Romans 1:28, 1 Timothy 1:19-20After rejecting God's authority, Saul became vulnerable to spiritual torment. The Bible says “a tormenting spirit from the LORD” came upon him—a judgment, not cruelty. God gave Saul over to his rebellion, just as Romans 1 warns.Toxic behavior can be a form of spiritual warfare. Satan works through envy, rage, deceit, and division—the very qualities that defined Saul's descent. He went from throwing spears to throwing accusations and lies.Common toxic traits tied to this:ManipulativeControllingJudgmentalBlaming othersContrast this with the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23): love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.3. Toxic People Believe Their Own...

Welcome back to the podcast! Today we're getting a little more personal in our "How Stuff Works" series. Tune in!--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --How Toxic People Work: Understanding the Inner Life of a Toxic PersonToday's topic hits close to home for many people. Toxic people aren't just “difficult personalities.” According to the Bible, their behavior often stems from deep spiritual dysfunction. In this installment of our “How Stuff Works” series, we examine what really drives toxic people and how we can respond biblically and wisely.We're looking at the tragic life of King Saul, Israel's first king. At first, Saul appeared to be a promising leader—anointed by God, popular with the people, and empowered to lead. But his story quickly derailed due to unchecked insecurity, spiritual rebellion, and destructive behaviors that poisoned his relationships and led to his downfall.Through Saul's life, we uncover four key truths about how toxic people work. This study will help you understand toxic patterns, identify red flags, and—most importantly—learn how to respond like David did: with grace, boundaries, and wisdom.1. Toxic People Are Driven by InsecurityScripture Reference: 1 Samuel 18:6-9 (NLT)When David rose to fame after defeating Goliath, Saul's jealousy ignited. Rather than celebrating David's success, Saul saw him as a threat.“They credit David with ten thousands and me with only thousands. Next they'll be making him their king!” – Saul (1 Samuel 18:8)This response reveals a deep insecurity—a fear of being replaced, overshadowed, or exposed. Toxic people often present as confident or successful, but beneath the surface is a fragile identity rooted in comparison and fear.Spiritual Insight:True security comes from knowing you are made in the image of God. Without that, people seek worth through achievements, control, or praise. Saul had no mentor to guide him toward that deeper security—and it cost him everything.2. Toxic People Are Used by the EnemyScripture Reference: 1 Samuel 19:9-10 (NLT), Romans 1:28, 1 Timothy 1:19-20After rejecting God's authority, Saul became vulnerable to spiritual torment. The Bible says “a tormenting spirit from the LORD” came upon him—a judgment, not cruelty. God gave Saul over to his rebellion, just as Romans 1 warns.Toxic behavior can be a form of spiritual warfare. Satan works through envy, rage, deceit, and division—the very qualities that defined Saul's descent. He went from throwing spears to throwing accusations and lies.Common toxic traits tied to this:ManipulativeControllingJudgmentalBlaming othersContrast this with the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23): love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.3. Toxic People Believe Their Own...

NOTE - Tara offers a meditation you can use as a practice during this introduction series: Mindfulness Meditation—Intimacy with our Inner Life. Whether you are new to meditation or an experienced practitioner, the foundational teachings of mindfulness—heart presence—offer a timeless medicine for navigating these challenging times. This fresh introductory series invites you to bring alive ancient practices in ways that are directly relevant to the emotions and reactivity arising in today's world. You'll be guided to discover an inner refuge—a way to meet your personal life and our collective world with greater presence and wisdom, courage and love. In this first session, we explore what makes mindfulness truly transformational: the flow of effective training, the power of aspiration, how to use the breath as a home base, and the attitudes that support a steady, strong, and liberating practice. As poet W. S. Merwin writes, “Little breath, breathe me gently, row me gently, for I am a river I am learning to cross.” 

NOTE: Tara invites you to use this 15-minute meditation to help nurture a steady and strong practice during her upcoming Introduction to Mindfulness series. Mindfulness Meditation, also known as Vipassana or insight meditation, is a practice of cultivating non-judging attention to our moment-to-moment experience. We begin by gently relaxing through the body and resting attention on the breath—or another sensory anchor—allowing the mind to settle. From this grounded presence, we open to whatever arises: sensations, emotions, sounds, or thoughts, meeting each with clarity and kindness. The intention is to wake up from the trance of thinking and return, again and again, to the aliveness of immediate experience. Over time, this practice helps us develop a steady heart amidst change and brings deep insight into the nature of reality.

Father Michael Maher joins Patrick to discuss the Feast of St Joseph the Worker (3:05) What is the devotion to Saint Joseph like? Why is Marxist communism so evil? what is the importance of the family in society? (16:22) Roland - Devotions to him for years. Was unemployed and prayed for his intercession. Has helped me many times. (20:38) Break 1 Robert - I am curious about when someone consecrates themselves to a saint. I've heard of the St. Joseph consecration. What is it about? (27:00) Father shares 5 points on how we can consecrate our lives through our work? (36:36) Break 2 Work being a gift even when it is hard. (41:09) Work and human dignity. (45:50) Ann - I was taught a prayer to St. Joseph. O Saint Joseph whose protection is so great... Wanted to share this prayer with you. Husband was a deacon. How are we co-creators in our own work with God? Resources: Consecration to St. Joseph https://ignatius.com/consecration-to-st-joseph-csjp/

Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss Confirmation What is a Sacrament? (5:12) What is Confirmation? What are some misconceptions about confirmation? (13:19) Laura - I'm 57 and converted when I was 19. My mom was Catholic and dad was Lutheran. We didn't have formal RCIA at that time. Feel like I missed something in the process. I did get a certificate of confirmation from the church. My kids are in Catholic school and I've learned so much from them. (20:00) Break 1 Sandra - Born in Mexico. Confirmation and baptism was done at the same time. I just want to make sure that is valid when you don't have full knowledge of your confirmation. (24:20) David - I taught CCD for a number of years. Some weren't interested in becoming confirmed, How is grace confirmed at confirmation when they are accepting it but not really wanted? Katie - I made my first communion in April of the 1960s...three weeks later I made confirmation because the bishop only came every 4 years. (30:46) How is Confirmation a missionary Sacrament? John - I was confirmed in 72. I remember we being nervous. Reaffirming that you had attitudes of people being bored, but others being nervous and perhaps more serious about it. John - I have fond memories about it. I was an altar boy and when I was confirmed I was able to be a lector. Very rewarding. It forced me to learn and study the readings. (40:15) Break 2 Why does the Bishop need to be the one to Confirm people? (44:05) John - Question: I recently got confirmed but my wife and I were supposed to get convalidated. I was wondering about the process and whether that is true or not. Who can be confirmed? Niki - Confirmed in 2014. Felt so much joy and cried happy tears. Daughter was my sponsor. I became catholic when Pope Francis stepped out on the balcony. Felt the holy spirit tell me I had to become Catholic.

Father Rob Kroll joins Patrick to discuss St. Catherine of Siena Why do we even celebrate feast days? (8:04) Early life and highlights of St Catherine of Siena. (19:50) Break 1 Cathy - My friend gave me a book about her written by a priest who knew her. Wasn't catholic at the time, but made me mad I didn't hear about her earlier after reading her story and then becoming a Catholic. I joined the church about 30 years ago. (27:44) How did Saint Catherine help reform the Church and the Pope? St. Catherine of Siena’s espousal to Christ. (37:17) Break 2 What are some of her aesthetical practices and how can we relate with that? Catherine of Siena as a Doctor of the Church (45:06) How can we set the world on fire with our own lives? Resources: Catherine of Siena by Sigrid Undset https://ignatius.com/catherine-of-siena-casip/

Father John Eckert joins Patrick to discuss Consecrations (2:36) what are consecrations? Who was St. Louis De Montfort? How do consecrations fit into God’s plan of salvation? (22:56) Break 1 Ronny - I did a consecration in 2021. Approved by Pope Francis. It's a consecration to Jesus over 33 days. We read the 4 gospels, pray, fast on Wednesdays and at the end, we receive 5 topics. (29:48) David - Question: I've never consecrated myself to anything. I'm wondering if I might have missed an opportunity. There was a time that St. Faustina kept coming up before I even knew who she was. (38:24) Break 2 (39:17) What do you do in a consecration? Is it okay to be consecrated to multiple Saints? Resources: Divine Mercy Consecration: 33 Days to Merciful Love https://www.thedivinemercy.org/articles/introduction-33-days-merciful-love Consecration to Jesus Christ https://elsembradorministries.com/esne/iam73/

Father Eric Nielsen joins Patrick to discuss Divine Mercy (3:51) What is Mercy? Nick - We have a divine mercy ministry at our parish. Sick and dying ministry. I think we are told and taught to give. The Lord really touches our hearts to forgive. Errors we make are blessings and the Lord gives us perspective as to why we fell off. His mercy is unfathomable. Mary - My mom is 99. She has never forgotten her faith. Went to church on Easter Sunday. I thought I was putting false gods before her, but a priest said you're seeing God through her. After communion, a woman knelt down in front of her and kissed her hand. She works at the nursing home where she lives. We watch the goodness through all of us and find that forgiveness. That is my divine mercy. (21:27) Break 1 Kathleen - About 2 years ago, I experienced depression and anxiety. Confession really helped. Did Divine Mercy the night before and meditating in my prayer time. Anxiety and depression have now been lifted. Read St. Faustina's diary. (25:00) What is the role of Forgiveness of other in Mercy? (29:28) Teresa - I learned about divine mercy in 2000. 15 years ago, I did a fast and prayed and my son who was on meth had a breakthrough. Went to a mass and women were handing out divine mercy images. I started my mission of handing these pictures out and I'm blessed to be able to do that. Ronda - I had come into the church from Protestantism. Was in the room where the tabernacle was and divine mercy picture was there. I asked, 'Is this all real?' The rays started moving. That happened 3 times. (35:33) Ken - I thought I was dying, and I prayed that the blessed mother would intercede. Went to Jesus and asked for his mercy. Woke up the next morning and had a blood clot near my heart. Beautiful experience because I asked Jesus to have mercy. Felt like I was approaching the king of the universe. I no longer fear death. (39:00) Break 2 (40:05) Linda - Question: I'm new to it...I don't understand we offer you your body and blood. How do we offer something that's already His body and blood? (45:08) how do we get a plenary indulgence on Divine Mercy Sunday?

Father Joseph Illo joins Patrick to discuss the Effects of the Resurrection What happened during the resurrection? (6:23) what are proofs for the Resurrection? Why is the Resurrection so pivotal to the Faith? (14:25) What are the effects of the resurrection in our personal lives? (19:40) Break 1 What does hope have to do with the resurrection? (23:55) Testament of the Holy Father Pop Francis. (30:37) Philip - Maximilian Kolbe - his great sacrifice which mirrors Jesus's. The timing...July 1941. 14th of August he was injected with carbolic acid. For me...that heroic sacrifice is still life-giving. My death to sin...it brought me new life. That's what the resurrection means to me. (34:05) Break 2 Bradley - I was baptized on Easter. Before that, I've had 4 medical miracles. I came indirect contact with relics. Jesus's nail, thorn, nail, wood, I picked them up...prayed...3 months later my wife was getting tested and I prayed and she was cured of hypertension. That's why I became Catholic. (41:05) What is the Church’s teaching on the resurrection of the body?

Welcome to the For Leaders Podcast today. I desire to inspire your life, family, leadership, workplace, and future purposefully, positioning you to be all you are made to be. I'm your host, Ronnie Floyd, and today we are diving into a subject that doesn't get talked about enough. Yet, it affects everything: The Inner Life of a Leader. 

Father Christopher Walsh joins Patrick to discuss Being Alive in Christ What does it mean to be alive in Christ? (8:34) What does baptism mean in our life and what does mortal sin do to our life in Christ? Kim - If you believe in the blood and Flesh of Jesus in the Eucharist, you have Christ alive in you, and you are live in Him and he is dwelling in you in your heart. Bella - My missionary life when I was single. Feeling that happiness, that childlike joy being in Christ. Finishing a mission before heading back home. That joy is so overwhelming. How can I improve that when dealing with clinical depression? (22:02) Break 1 Where can we find life in the Church? (29:41) What things can prevent us from feeling alive in Christ? (36:09) Addison - I am a youth minister in Diocese of Phoenix. My teens have radically changed me in the way they love the Lord. Every youth night, my life is just bursting with the love of Christ. (40:30) Break 2 How do the saints help us to grow in our life with Christ? (45:33) How does prayer life and the sacraments help us grow with Jesus? What is the role of humility in learning about the life of Christ?

Father Ramil Fajardo joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Benefits of Celebration How do we celebrate in the presence of the Death of Pope Francis? (5:59) why is celebration an important part of the Christian life? Mary - My mom is 99. She used to have everyone over. She'd have a huge open house. Father died at 54 on Easter Sunday. Everyone was there to say goodbye. Every Easter we say it was sad, but everything will be ok...think about dying, but we're joyful for his goodness. (20:13) Tom - I'm curious about how do I discover that Easter joy. I'm a very joyful person, but Easter Sunday was difficult because my children and family weren't there. (29:05) Break 1 Dean - The divine mercy novena takes on a special meaning with the death of Pope Francis. Intensifies the joy of Easter. Chocolate and red wine, wearing bright colors, new life outdoors. Left an angel on my porch at Christmas. Leaving it there as a reminder of the joy. What are some practicalities in celebrating? (40:13) Break 2 How does music help us celebrate in the Church? (45:41) Patrick shares an email about the need to celebrate through suffering

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Father James Kubicki joins Patrick to Honor Pope Francis What was he main focus of Pope Francis’ ministry (10:50) Perth -I'm a convert and was just talking to family members who are protestant. Defending the pope on his stances. I didn't know much about him and didn't look further until 4 months ago when I came back to the church. Today I saw an interview and it softened my heart and made me cry. He was for the people. Mary Lou - I remember hearing that when he was living in Argentina before coming Pope and throughout his papacy, he used to take the bus wherever he worked. Never took special cars, maid, chef, etc. Was with the poor. It profoundly influenced me so many ways in letting to ego and materialism. (20:40) Break 1 (27:45) Roland - I live in Metro Philadelphia. Was at world meeting of families. Was touched by his warmness. I'll never forget it. I served as a Spanish translator. To see everyone in such peace and love was a vision of heaven on earth. Mphasa - He touched my heart. His resilience. He was there for the people and there was so much Jesus in him. I will carry that on. (34:27) Barb - I think his work with Laudato Si was beautiful. It was a great opportunity to be ecumenical. It brought in a lot of people to the church and speaking to an issue that was relevant to them. Ray - My father passed away at the time the white smoke went up and that's why he's been a special figure for me. (39:26) Break 2 How did Pope Francis promote hope? (44:27) Brian - I'm a convert of 12 years. First pope. whether he focused on the environment or whatever, he was always trying to find a common ground with all people. How did Pope Francis promote devotion to Saint Joseph?

Check out this great encore show from April 2, 2025! Father Michael Hurley joins Patrick to discuss Intellect and faith When it comes to Jesus, we must care and we must mind (2:53) What does the intellect teach us about the life of faith? The intellect is a human faculty that is a direct reflection of God. (4:04) Faith should be accessible to us all (11:27) Our capacity to love is finite. Do you want to grow in love? The only way to expand your love is to expand your mind? (14:48) Break 1 (22:28) The difference between the intellect, the will, and the passions? (23:51) Dean - As we talk about reason and faith, we need to think about how can we make it accessible to all people? The illumination of God is so important. (27:35) Email – Bob – Is supernatural faith necessary for salvation and are people who lack faith culpable for that lack of faith? (31:10) Glen - There is a difference about learning about Jesus, and knowing Jesus. (33:43) Break 2 (36:45) Addressing the objection, “I just believe” or “I kind of know the faith already and you can’t teach me anything new about the Church”. (37:38) Regina - What does Jesus mean when he says: 'unless you become like little children, you cannot enter into the kingdom'. (41:33) Resources: Angelic Warfare Confraternity

Check out this encore show from March 21, 2025! Father Tom Wilson joins Patrick to discuss Fasting. Christ fasted before His public ministry. It was a time of preparation, just as it is for us. Catholics between the ages of 14 and 59 are to fast 2 days per year. Fasting is supposed to help us become more in tune with our Lord, spiritually. It reminds us that the blessings that we choose to set aside are less important than the Lord who gave them to us in the first place. (1:09) John - I was unaware that we had to abstain from meat on Fridays. By listening to RR, I found out otherwise. I've been fasting on all Fridays. (22:16) Marie: I'm a mom and decided to give up social media for Lent. I thought it wouldn't be much of a sacrifice, but as we've been in Lent, I realized how much I was missing with my daughter. Didn't realize I had a problem with it. (28:27) Ilka is fasting from meat and also eggs, dairy and butter. Any fast that helps us change direction a little bit, is going to be helpful? (32:43) Patrick: I've added something rather than taking away. My Lenten 'fast' has been reading the Gospel of John. (35:14) Miguel – I decided to give up smoking during Lent. (45:13)

Check out this encore show from March 28, 2025 Father John LoCoco joins Patrick to discuss Modern Idols What is an idol? (6:41) How can we identify we are placing out trust in something other than God? How is materialism one of the greatest idols against God. (15:09) Phyllis - I'm battling modern idols right now. Feeling secure when I don't have enough funds in my account. Money. Found myself not trusting God. Patty - For years I've been considering spending a lot of time with sacramental. I love them because they have Mother Mary and Jesus. Talked to a religious sister about it. Wondering if I'm committing idolatry. (22:04) Break 2 Are there other passages that talk about idolatry (26:12) Butch - Is playing things like board games with family members an idol if it's done excessively...like every night? Could that be considered an idol? Janet - Coming to realization after 30 years of marriage that I think I idolize the outcome of my children's lives. I'm watching some ugly journeys. Is that a form of idolatry? (33:28) Idolatry in relationships? (37:16) Break 2 How do you talk with family who are committing idolatry? (42:40) What is the difference between Addiction and Idolatry How can we put God in the center of our lives? Resources: Strange Gods https://www.avemariapress.com/products/strange-gods

Check out this great encore show from April 8, 2025 Father Bobby Blood joins Patrick to discuss Charitable Chastisement How do you discern when to offer correction to someone? (14:14) Judy - I wish somebody had loved me enough to chastise me. I walked away from faith, husband, etc. Nobody said Judy...you can't do this. I think it's important that we love enough to do that. I've come back to God and I know how much he loves me. It took a long time to accept the fact that he forgave me. (17:57) Thomas - I do sales for a living. When you have the truth and a way to convey it...chastisement, etc. tonality and all are everything. One of the ways to chastise is to site another source. Another way is the tonality...like... raising the voice. Coming from a place of love. (22:16) Break 1 What are things we can say to help build a relationship? (25:11) Mary - My sister was seriously ill. Didn't realize it was terminal. I told her she had to get it together because she was very ill. I talked to a priest and he went to see her and everything was taken care of. Patty – I have been wanting to control my husband who is living in sin and the Lord told me what to do in talking with him and it worked out great! (37:36) Break 2 Isabelle - My dad wasn't a Catholic. He was sick...92...and I used to go to church every day. I asked a lady from church if she could take a priest to see him. He went to confession and received the Eucharist. 9 days later...he died. (41:36) Candy - How do I talk to a 3 and 8-year-old about accepting correction or even correct them? I'm a mother of 3. I don't know how to better handle it.

Check out this great encore from March 24, 2025 Father Dave Heney joins Patrick to discuss Anxiety in the Spiritual Life What is Anxiety? (6:49) What is the biggest source of anxiety? What is scrupulosity? (12:58) Email - How can we stop worrying we aren’t going to go to heaven? Barbara - I have suffered with OCD and scrupulosity. In the last couple years, I discovered Dr. Greg Bottaro's book and he has a chapter called Surrender to the Will of God. Admitting we are powerless over this. That is what I have to do every day. Just turn it over to God. (22:09) Break 1 What is the difference between anxiety, fear and stress? (27:41) Lisa - Are there are people who are predisposed to worry and anxiety genetically.? If they don't have faith, but tendency toward perfectionism. How advice would you offer to them? Thomas - Comments on healing between psychiatric approach and spiritual approach. Action between mental health work and spirituality. Finding healing and that people have the power to trust God and not get anxious. (40:51) Break 2 Leticia - Anxiety developed into a eating disorder. I battle with that. I do what you are suggesting...Jesus I trust in you. I take some medication. I teach catechism...takes my mind off it. (46:38) what can we do to keep anxiety down?

Now we are stuck in the middle, between that lost Eden and that future Garden City. So how now? In this Palm Sunday message, Alvin explores how reclaiming your identity as a temple of the Holy Spirit—a garden of divine presence—can revolutionize how you live, moving beyond mere tasks to manifesting God's life.Mark 11:1-11

Father Tom Wilson joins Patrick to discuss Palm Sunday and Holy Week How does Palm Sunday get relate with the Passion? (14:48) why does Jesus ride in on a donkey? Nick - Palm branches, signification of victory and what is going to happen after the turnaround. (22:35) Break 1 Sana - Can you talk about the difference between Palm Sunday celebrations in other churches and in the Catholic Church? (27:14) Dean - Talking about unmet expectations, The Chosen: When Jesus doesn’t raised Thomas' girlfriend from the death. And other good comments about his best Holy Week. (34:21) Break 2 What can we do to make the Triduum more sacred? (40:02) Father shares a question about Judas’ betrayal of Jesus? (44:06) Patrick - Comment, 7 years ago I went to Easter Vigil and thought that was fantastic and have been going ever since. How can we make this Holy Week be the best one yet?

Father Kris Stubna joins Patrick to discuss the Stations of the Cross What is the origin of the Stations of the Cross? (11:13) Nicholas - Striped of his garments - my favorite station (15:12) Mary - we united the stations to a family member when they were dying from cancer (19:16) Break 1 Jill - Does the origin of stations of cross come from Mary and St. Catherine Emmerich visions? (24:07) Frank - Mary's Way of the Cross - has Jesus' mother's thoughts of his journey (30:18) Mark - favorite station - Mary meets his mother Tim – favorite station - how I grew to love Mary meets Jesus and the stations (36:29) Break 2 Mary - favorite station – crucifixion (44:05) Email from Gale about how she finds peace in the stations of the Cross

Check out this Encore show from March 26, 2025 Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Movies (4:06) what are the dangers of movies the spiritual life Father shares a movie which he really enjoys (13:52) Sean - The Adventures of Robinhood from 1938. It's a very Catholic movie. Had a good impression on my life. Saw it when I was 6. Greg – Nefarious outstanding movie. Certain groups played it off as a horror film. It's good vs. evil. Some have avoided it because it deals with evil. The guy who did it also did God is Not Dead. One priest said every priest should see it for giving advice for confession. Mark - Calvary...Irish Film. 10 years old. About a priest who really lays down life for his flock. (22:47) Break 1 John - Of Gods and Men...French film. About monks serving souls in north Africa. Based on a true story. Barb - The Shack...about what it's like to be God and sacrifice your son. It shows God sacrificed his son as this guy sacrificed his daughter. Bring your tissues. (29:50) Nels - The Last Supper....newly released film. Emphasis on Judas in that movie. Miriam - 7th Heaven...1930's. Star5ring Jimmy Stewart. Unlikely love story ever told. Mention of God in the movie. He's an atheist and then things happen. My favorite movie. (35:43) Break 2 Roland - Journey to Bethlehem....nativity story. Silence...the story of the Japanese Martyrs. Ignition Martyrs (39:16) Matt - Beckett, and the Cardinal. Excommunication scene in Beckett is most powerful scene. The Cardinal being more recent. Pope Benedict was advisor for this movie. Came out when V2 was written. Patrick shares some movie recommendation from listeners who write in. Roxanne - The Most Reluctant Convert...untold story of CS Lewis. Very good. (43:02) Jean - King of Kings...1925. It's a silent movie and beautiful. Eric - The Scarlet and the Black. Based off the Scarlet Pimpernel. Hides thousands of Jews during WWII. I think it's a must see. Resources - Spiritual Movies: Babette’s Feast (1987) The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Nefarious (2023) Calvary (Irish film) (2014) Of Gods and Men (2010) The Mission (1986) Arrival (2016) The Blue Kite (Chinese) (1993) The Shack (2017) The Last Supper (2025) The Chosen (series) (2017 – present) Seventh Heaven (1937) A Hidden Life (2019) A Man for All Seasons (1966) All That Remains: Dr. Takashi Nagai (2016) Journey to Bethlehem (Christmas) ( Nativity Story (Christmas) Silence (2023) Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014) The Ten Commandments (1956) Ben Hur (1959) The Robe (1953) Becket (1964) The Cardinal (1963) Gattaca (1997) The Most Reluctant Convert: the Untold Story of C.S. Lewis (2021) The King of Kings (1927) The Scarlet and the Black (1983) The Sound of Metal (2019) Life is Beautiful (1997) The Bells of St. Mary’s (1945) The Lord of the Rings (2001-03) Groundhog Day (1993) A River Runs Through It (1992)

Father Bobby Blood joins Patrick to discuss Charitable Chastisement How do you discern when to offer correction to someone? (14:14) Judy - I wish somebody had loved me enough to chastise me. I walked away from faith, husband, etc. Nobody said Judy...you can't do this. I think it's important that we love enough to do that. I've come back to God and I know how much he loves me. It took a long time to accept the fact that he forgave me. (17:57) Thomas - I do sales for a living. When you have the truth and a way to convey it...chastisement, etc. tonality and all are everything. One of the ways to chastise is to site another source. Another way is the tonality...like... raising the voice. Coming from a place of love. (22:16) Break 1 What are things we can say to help build a relationship? (25:11) Mary - My sister was seriously ill. Didn't realize it was terminal. I told her she had to get it together because she was very ill. I talked to a priest and he went to see her and everything was taken care of. Patty – I have been wanting to control my husband who is living in sin and the Lord told me what to do in talking with him and it worked out great! (37:36) Break 2 Isabelle - My dad wasn't a Catholic. He was sick...92...and I used to go to church every day. I asked a lady from church if she could take a priest to see him. He went to confession and received the Eucharist. 9 days later...he died. (41:36) Candy - How do I talk to a 3 and 8-year-old about accepting correction or even correct them? I'm a mother of 3. I don't know how to better handle it.

Jacintha continues the sermon series on Tending the Garden of the Inner Life by preaching about the Garden City at the end, found in the book of Revelation. The hope of Christ is that in the end, every tear will be wiped away, every thirst will be satisfied, every thing will be made new, and every transgression made right. Perhaps the best news is that Jesus invites to build the Garden City with him, beginning with the gardens of our inner lives.Revelation 21:1-8; 22:1-5, 17

Father Patrick Hyde joins Patrick to discuss Joy in Lent (4:17) why do we talk about joy during Lent? What is joy? How important are circumstances in finding joy? (17:18) Danny - I find it's becoming hard to find joy in lent. In today's age, you don't see it. You tell people it's Lent, and then it's like...and then what? (21:36) Break 1 Susan - I've been going to daily Mass. Hoping to grow faith. I'm proud that I'm hauling myself out of bed every morning. Joy, getting closer to God...no. What more can I do? (31:00) How do you find joy in Lent if it has been a real struggle? (35:57) Break 2 Alfredo - I have found joy in the 7 charisms of the Holy spirit. Try to focus on that every day. Don't always get to all of them, but try. Enjoying Lent so far. (42:10) Maryann - 84 years old. Having trouble finding Joy in Lent because of my inability to participate because I'm home bound. (44:54) Annie - I had a pastor who made a point that joy and happiness are different. Happiness is fleeting...joy is forever...it's lasting. Jesus Others Yourself. Resources: 5 Loaves and 2 Fish https://paulinestore.com/5-loaves-2-fishes-43739-115997.html Five Loaves & Two Fish https://www.amazon.com/Loaves-Francis-Xavier-Nguyen-Thuan/dp/0819826766 He Leadeth Me https://ignatius.com/he-leadeth-me-hlm2p/?searchid=2061706

Two houses. Same storm. One stood. One collapsed. In this message, we're not just talking about sand and rock—we're talking about your foundation. Pastor Warren walks through Jesus' mic-drop moment in Matthew 7, calling out the difference between hearing His words and actually doing them. ✔️ Looks can deceive ✔️ Storms always reveal ✔️ Only one foundation will stand Your job, money, relationships—even religion—can look solid on the surface. But when life shakes, only Jesus holds. So here's the question: What are you building your life on?

Father Alan Hoffa joins Patrick to discuss the Gospel for the 5th Sunday of Lent (4:56) Jesus Wants to remind us of our personhood (8:14) What is Jesus doing with and for this woman (9:41) Father Reads the Gospel. (18:57) Break 1 (23:26) John - What struck me was Go and sin no more...that's a hard thing to do. At least for me. (29:03) – Pharisees keep people from coming back to the Sacraments and the Church. When people put on that exterior persona, people think that they are not perfect like those people so why bother. (3:32) Break 2 (41:12) – When we encounter Jesus our lives become different. My life is different now. Let your word transform my heart in the way that I need it now. That disposition allows the word of God to penetrate our hearts and transform us. (45:27) – Carolyn - I feel like one of the Pharisees, when it comes to judging. My husband was an adulterer, and I'm working on forgiving and more so forgiving the woman.

IL: Father Sam Martin joins Patrick to discuss Patience (2:58) Patience is a fruit of the Spirit and a key part of the spiritual life (6:37) Holiness is humility and accepting help. Sometimes it is more blessed to receive than to give (13:10) Patience does coincide with slowing down, solitude and time in prayer (13:38) Contemplative life is one of the best ways we can spend our life in this planet – (20:21) Break 1 (22:03) Mark - Patience in prayer. I see signs that say keep praying. Isn't there a point where the answer is no and you should go on, or should you go on? How do you know when it's no? (28:50) Prayer is friendship and relationship and not just to make sure I am still “in the will” (30:40) Carlo - Could you describe the difference between patience and self-control? – (36:02) Break 2 (37:35) Is there something we can do in the moment to stave of impatience and foster patience in our minds? (45:13) Mary Lou I take care of my elderly mother. Patience is always on the tip of my tongue and heart. She moves really slow and bringing God into those moments where I want to rush her and God is helping me to stop and be present with her. Resources: Humility Rules by Fr. Augustine Wetta, O.S.B.

Father Michael Hurley joins Patrick to discuss Intellect and faith When it comes to Jesus, we must care and we must mind (2:53) What does the intellect teach us about the life of faith? The intellect is a human faculty that is a direct reflection of God. (4:04) Faith should be accessible to us all (11:27) Our capacity to love is finite. Do you want to grow in love? The only way to expand your love is to expand your mind? (14:48) Break 1 (22:28) The difference between the intellect, the will, and the passions? (23:51) Dean - As we talk about reason and faith, we need to think about how can we make it accessible to all people? The illumination of God is so important. (27:35) Email – Bob – Is supernatural faith necessary for salvation and are people who lack faith culpable for that lack of faith? (31:10) Glen - There is a difference about learning about Jesus, and knowing Jesus. (33:43) Break 2 (36:45) Addressing the objection, “I just believe” or “I kind of know the faith already and you can’t teach me anything new about the Church”. (37:38) Regina - What does Jesus mean when he says: 'unless you become like little children, you cannot enter into the kingdom'. (41:33) Resources: Angelic Warfare Confraternity

Father Marcel Taillon joins Patrick to discuss lying. (3:15) Lying is not a joke, Christ never lied. We all need to tell the truth and know the truth that is Christ (3:41) April Fool's Day done in the right sense is good thing, we just don’t want to scare or hurt someone by lying. (5:39) Peter denied Christ and lied. What might tempt us to not tell the truth. (5:58) St. Thomas Moore remained silent during his trial and so did Jesus. Thomas Moore did not deny his love for the Church or his live for the king. Silence can be a way of not denying the truth and avoiding being overly defensive. (10:54) Part of avoiding lying is to avoid over emphasizing our opinion of someone online and on social media even if it is true (11:15) Social media raises the potential to hurt and confuse people so we must be on guard. (13:06) Lying puts up roadblocks to true reconciliation (19:46) the Antibiotic of lying is mercy (22:17) Break 1 (24:00) Henry - I have a problem with lying. Compulsive lying. I will take stuff and stretch the excuse. My mom always finds out. (28:40) Jim Gaffigan (31:46) Tonya - My husband has a gambling problem. He says everybody lies and everybody tries to con everybody. Is everybody really that way? I don't believe that. (39:01) Break 2 (40:31) Scott - My brother and I were in a feud. I read 1 John 4-20 and that turned it all around for me. We're doing great now and are reconciled. (46:32) Al - My husband and lying. I can't trust him anymore. I ask him if he's lying, but I know he is. It's coming so easy and it's breaking my heart.

Father Eric Nielsen joins Patrick to discuss Almsgiving. (1:19) How do we give as Jesus would have us give? (8:29) Love of Money is the root of all evils (11:08) What is it about wealth that drives people to have a shriveled and shrunken heart? Break 1 (28:15) Megan - There's a proverb...The righteous person leaves an inheritance for their children's children. How do we interpret that if we give everything away? Break 2 (39:26) Who should we give money to, how much and how do we prioritize? (47:00) Jesus's goal is to teach us to love God and other people

Tracklist: 1/ Re-Tide « Ramona in the Seventies » (Extended Re-Grooved) 2/ Jamie Lewis, FAM Disco, Pete Simpson « It's In Your Hands » 3/ Michelle Weeks, Birdee « I Feel the Joy » 4/ TheDjLawyer « I Think About You » (Limited Disco Edtion) 5/ Riva Starr « Vicino O' Mare » (The Shapeshifters Piano Bump Extended Remix) 6/ Shabi « Get Up » 7/ Inner Life feat Jocelyn Brown « I Like It Like That »(Michael Gray Extended Remix) 8/ Walter G « I Need Life » 9/ Mirko & Meex feat Lee Wilson « All I Do » 10/ Art of Tones, Sulene Fleming « Hoping For Another Chance » 11/ Michael Gray, RoRoe « Over You » 12/ Babert « Sexy Lady »

Father John LoCoco joins Patrick to discuss Modern Idols What is an idol? (6:41) How can we identify we are placing out trust in something other than God? How is materialism one of the greatest idols against God. (15:09) Phyllis - I'm battling modern idols right now. Feeling secure when I don't have enough funds in my account. Money. Found myself not trusting God. Patty - For years I've been considering spending a lot of time with sacramental. I love them because they have Mother Mary and Jesus. Talked to a religious sister about it. Wondering if I'm committing idolatry. (22:04) Break 2 Are there other passages that talk about idolatry (26:12) Butch - Is playing things like board games with family members an idol if it's done excessively...like every night? Could that be considered an idol? Janet - Coming to realization after 30 years of marriage that I think I idolize the outcome of my children's lives. I'm watching some ugly journeys. Is that a form of idolatry? (33:28) Idolatry in relationships? (37:16) Break 2 How do you talk with family who are committing idolatry? (42:40) What is the difference between Addiction and Idolatry How can we put God in the center of our lives? Resources: Strange Gods https://www.avemariapress.com/products/strange-gods

Father Ramil Fajardo joins Patrick to discuss Relationship with Jesus (3:20) What is a relationship in general? How do we presume on relationships with Jesus? (11:48) what is required for a relationship with Jesus? (19:26) Break 1 Nick - We experienced a miscarriage. Daughter experienced it. Don't presume. Do we get down on our knees and express it? Order on down...everything we get from Him. Don't dwell on the failures. (26:01) Patrick shares an email from someone who is praying too much, according to his wife. Nate - I've been a practicing Catholic for a year and a half. Lector. Want to talk about how my relationship is so much stronger with Jesus now. (35:29) Charles - I start my day with thank you Jesus for another day. Help me to do it your way. (38:36) Break 2 How does a relationship with Jesus play out in our everyday lives? (42:29) what is the life of piety? How does our relationship with Mary and the Saint enhance our relationship with Jesus?

Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss Spiritual Movies (4:06) what are the dangers of movies the spiritual life Father shares a movie which he really enjoys (13:52) Sean - The Adventures of Robinhood from 1938. It's a very Catholic movie. Had a good impression on my life. Saw it when I was 6. Greg – Nefarious outstanding movie. Certain groups played it off as a horror film. It's good vs. evil. Some have avoided it because it deals with evil. The guy who did it also did God is Not Dead. One priest said every priest should see it for giving advice for confession. Mark - Calvary...Irish Film. 10 years old. About a priest who really lays down life for his flock. (22:47) Break 1 John - Of Gods and Men...French film. About monks serving souls in north Africa. Based on a true story. Barb - The Shack...about what it's like to be God and sacrifice your son. It shows God sacrificed his son as this guy sacrificed his daughter. Bring your tissues. (29:50) Nels - The Last Supper....newly released film. Emphasis on Judas in that movie. Miriam - 7th Heaven...1930's. Star5ring Jimmy Stewart. Unlikely love story ever told. Mention of God in the movie. He's an atheist and then things happen. My favorite movie. (35:43) Break 2 Roland - Journey to Bethlehem....nativity story. Silence...the story of the Japanese Martyrs. Ignition Martyrs (39:16) Matt - Beckett, and the Cardinal. Excommunication scene in Beckett is most powerful scene. The Cardinal being more recent. Pope Benedict was advisor for this movie. Came out when V2 was written. Patrick shares some movie recommendation from listeners who write in. Roxanne - The Most Reluctant Convert...untold story of CS Lewis. Very good. (43:02) Jean - King of Kings...1925. It's a silent movie and beautiful. Eric - The Scarlet and the Black. Based off the Scarlet Pimpernel. Hides thousands of Jews during WWII. I think it's a must see. Resources - Spiritual Movies: Babette’s Feast (1987) The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) Nefarious (2023) Calvary (Irish film) (2014) Of Gods and Men (2010) The Mission (1986) Arrival (2016) The Blue Kite (Chinese) (1993) The Shack (2017) The Last Supper (2025) The Chosen (series) (2017 – present) Seventh Heaven (1937) A Hidden Life (2019) A Man for All Seasons (1966) All That Remains: Dr. Takashi Nagai (2016) Journey to Bethlehem (Christmas) ( Nativity Story (Christmas) Silence (2023) Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014) The Ten Commandments (1956) Ben Hur (1959) The Robe (1953) Becket (1964) The Cardinal (1963) Gattaca (1997) The Most Reluctant Convert: the Untold Story of C.S. Lewis (2021) The King of Kings (1927) The Scarlet and the Black (1983) The Sound of Metal (2019) Life is Beautiful (1997) The Bells of St. Mary’s (1945) The Lord of the Rings (2001-03) Groundhog Day (1993) A River Runs Through It (1992)

Father James Kubicki joins Patrick to discuss The Annunciation What is the annunciation? (6:22) Why do we celebrate the Annunciation today? Why did Gabriel appear to Mary to give her the news of the Messiah? (18:00) Break 1 Dean - annunciation is as important as Christmas (23:25) How is today a special day for the unborn? (28:09) Sophia - it's crucial to give OUR fiat every day to God like Mary (36:53) Break 2 What is the difference between the way Mary answers the angel Gabriel and how Zachariah responded? (42:50) Len - Holy day of Opportunity for today Alex - John 2:5 Mary said 'Do whatever he tells you' reflects on what she said to Gabriel Patrick shares an email from Gail about the gentleness and Humility of the Holy Spirit Resources: Life is always a good. Initiating Processes for a Pastoral Care of Human Life https://www.laityfamilylife.va/content/laityfamilylife/en/life-is-always-a-good.html

Father Dave Heney joins Patrick to discuss Anxiety in the Spiritual Life What is Anxiety? (6:49) What is the biggest source of anxiety? What is scrupulosity? (12:58) Email - How can we stop worrying we aren’t going to go to heaven? Barbara - I have suffered with OCD and scrupulosity. In the last couple years, I discovered Dr. Greg Bottaro's book and he has a chapter called Surrender to the Will of God. Admitting we are powerless over this. That is what I have to do every day. Just turn it over to God. (22:09) Break 1 What is the difference between anxiety, fear and stress? (27:41) Lisa - Are there are people who are predisposed to worry and anxiety genetically.? If they don't have faith, but tendency toward perfectionism. How advice would you offer to them? Thomas - Comments on healing between psychiatric approach and spiritual approach. Action between mental health work and spirituality. Finding healing and that people have the power to trust God and not get anxious. (40:51) Break 2 Leticia - Anxiety developed into a eating disorder. I battle with that. I do what you are suggesting...Jesus I trust in you. I take some medication. I teach catechism...takes my mind off it. (46:38) what can we do to keep anxiety down?

Father Tom Wilson joins Patrick to discuss Fasting. Christ fasted before His public ministry. It was a time of preparation, just as it is for us. Catholics between the ages of 14 and 59 are to fast 2 days per year. Fasting is supposed to help us become more in tune with our Lord, spiritually. It reminds us that the blessings that we choose to set aside are less important than the Lord who gave them to us in the first place. (1:09) John - I was unaware that we had to abstain from meat on Fridays. By listening to RR, I found out otherwise. I've been fasting on all Fridays. (22:16) Marie: I'm a mom and decided to give up social media for Lent. I thought it wouldn't be much of a sacrifice, but as we've been in Lent, I realized how much I was missing with my daughter. Didn't realize I had a problem with it. (28:27) Ilka is fasting from meat and also eggs, dairy and butter. Any fast that helps us change direction a little bit, is going to be helpful? (32:43) Patrick: I've added something rather than taking away. My Lenten 'fast' has been reading the Gospel of John. (35:14) Miguel – I decided to give up smoking during Lent. (45:13)

Father Timothy Gallagher joins Patrick to discuss Avoiding Solitude in the Spiritual Life (03:14) Fr. Timothy Gallagher's Website: Ignatian Discernment Institute | Discernment of Spirits(3:45) - Rule 13: What Ignatius does in this rule is to give us a kind of parable to help us understand how the world the flesh and the devil affect us. His image of the enemy in this case is “the false lover”. (6:20) - Rita: How does solitude work when it comes to hermits? they are always alone Being a hermit is a canonical vocation in the Church. (31:54) How do you begin a time of prayer? Ignatius asks us to invite the eyes of God to look upon us during prayer. What did people see in the eyes of Jesus when they came to Him with good will. Invariably they saw His infinite love in His eyes. Prayer is two persons in communication, the human person and the divine. Take a moment to see that the eyes of God with His infinite love are looking upon us. Learning more about formation in prayer is going to lead us to a deeper prayer life. (40:18) Email – Anonymous: I go to regular Confession and have a spiritual director. Sometimes it feels like venting difficulties is gossiping. What do you think? (44:41)

Father Peter Armenio joins Patrick to discuss the Virtues of St. Joseph Why is Saint Joseph the greatest saint? (9:48) What is a virtue? (18:18) Erma - He is my go to saint. He's been there when I've asked for help with marriage. Pray to him when people are dying. Ask for him when I need help around the house. (21:25) Break 1 (25:09) Trevor - St. Joseph is my confirmation saint. I pray the workman prayer each day before work. (33:15) Bob - Looking for a reference from the catechism for a relationship between Joseph and Jesus. Is there anywhere I can look on this topic? Can't find anything. (37:30) Break 2 (38:48) Rita - 20 years ago, my nephew and I went into business and we named the business FJ for St. Joseph. Still in business. I go to him frequently for problems. I started to say a daily novena to St. Joseph and keep repeating it and enrolling people with their needs. (43:11) Flo - I love Saint Joseph and virtues. Do you have more information to learn about virtues? (46:28) Where do we need Saint Joseph in our world today? Resources: Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father https://www.amazon.com/Consecration-St-Joseph-Wonders-Spiritual/dp/1596144319 In Joseph’s workshop https://escriva.org/en/es-cristo-que-pasa/in-josephs-workshop/

Father John Eckert joins Patrick to discuss Missionary Work: Saint Patrick Who was Saint Patrick? What is missionary work? (12:28) How can we live as missionaries? (21:07) Break 1 Ben - Why aren't we supposed to drink green beer. What did Father mean by that? (24:51) How can casual moments be opportunities to spread the Gospel? (26:59) Liz - In terms of family members and being missionaries for Christ, what do grandparents do for unbaptized grandchildren? (34:14) Break 2 Maureen - I know where the origin of the wearing' of the green comes from. I'm from Ireland. From an old Irish song. (38:18) How do we evangelize to people do not hold the same moral values as you?