Podcasts about saint paul seminary

Fr. Paul Hedman, a priest who's active on social media and has a computer programming background, discusses how technology can be used as a tool either for good or for evil. Hedman attended The Saint Paul Seminary and was ordained in 2020; he's currently assigned to the Church of the Epiphany in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Hedman is also the owner and creator of canonlaw.ninja and a high-ranking Wikipedia editor. You can follow him on X at @BackwardsFeet. The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a small gift to support of work of priestly formation, you will be remembered in our prayers of gratitude: https://give.saintpaulseminary.org/give/142531/#!/donation/checkout

Krista Masek is a licensed psychologist and counselor at The Saint Paul Seminary. In this episode of The Saint Paul Show, she offers her insights on the current mental health crisis and how to solve it. She also shares her own family's journey through the trials of pediatric brain cancer.The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a small gift to support of work of priestly formation, you will be remembered in our prayers of gratitude: https://give.saintpaulseminary.org/give/142531/#!/donation/checkout

Fr. Colin Jones, a priest in study for The Saint Paul Seminary, was in St. Peter's Square when Cardinal Robert Prevost was announced as Pope Leo XIV. He also had dinner with Prevost in Fall 2024 and offers insights on the new pontiff.The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a small gift to support of work of priestly formation, you will be remembered in our prayers of gratitude: https://give.saintpaulseminary.org/give/142531/#!/donation/checkout

Jonathan Liedl is senior editor for the National Catholic Register and a lay Master of Arts in Theology student at The Saint Paul Seminary. He has covered the Church from Notre Dame's football coach to remote reaches of Africa and almost everywhere in between.The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a small gift to support of work of priestly formation, you will be remembered in our prayers of gratitude: https://give.saintpaulseminary.org/give/142531/#!/donation/checkout

Dr. Mary Healy is a professor of Scripture at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit and a bestselling author and international speaker. She is a general editor of the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture and author of two of its volumes, The Gospel of Mark and Hebrews. Her other books include The Spiritual Gifts Handbook and Healing. Dr. Healy serves the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian unity as a member of the Pentecostal-Catholic International Dialogue. She is one of the first three women ever to serve on the Pontifical Biblical Commission and is a member of the Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments. The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a small gift to support of work of priestly formation, you will be remembered in our prayers of gratitude: https://give.saintpaulseminary.org/give/142531/#!/donation/checkouthttps://www.facebook.com/saintpaulseminaryhttps://www.instagram.com/saint_paul_seminary_mn/https://saintpaulseminary.org/

Fr. Brian Gross was ordained in 2010 for the Diocese of Bismarck, where he served faithfully in parish ministry. Today, he brings that same pastoral heart to The Saint Paul Seminary as its director of pastoral formation, helping future priests prepare for the real-life challenges and joys of parish life.In this episode, Fr. Gross shares how his experiences as a parish priest inform his approach to formation, what he hopes to instill in seminarians, and why he believes pastoral formation is at the heart of priestly ministry.

Dr. Brandon Wanless serves as an assistant professor of dogmatic theology at The Saint Paul Seminary after earning his Master of Arts in Theology there in 2015. He spent three years as an adjunct professor at Ave Maria University, Florida (2016-2018), and five years as an upper school theology teacher at St. Agnes School in St. Paul.Wanless has organized and delivered numerous lectures and presentations. He has written also on everything from St. Thomas Aquinas' reflections on the virtue of justice to the Blessed Mother's place throughout salvation history. Much of his work features Aquinas, one of the patrons on the seminary and university campus.He is a founding member of the Sacra Doctrina Project and received a Young Scholar's Award from the American Catholic Philosophical Association in 2016. He is also a member of the Fellowship of Catholic Scholars and the American Academy of Religion.The St. Paul resident and married father of six received his B.A. in philosophy from St. Mary's University in Winona and his Ph.D. in theology from Ave Maria University.

St. Paul the Apostle is known as possibly the most prolific author in the Bible. At Mass inside St. Mary's Chapel at The Saint Paul Seminary, Bishop Robert Barron explains how Saul's conversion on the road to Damascus set in motion the evangelical task of every Christian today.

Saint Paul Seminary spiritual director Fr. Kevin Manthey shares his experiences with both the Emmanuel Community and parishes around the world.

Rector Father Joseph Taphorn gives an update on the life at The Saint Paul Seminary at the 18th Annual Rector's Dinner.

We recently sat down with members of Catholic Relief Services to learn about their work around the globe and partnerships with institutions like The Saint Paul Seminary in promoting the Catholic values of solidarity and subsidiarity throughout the world.

Bishop Robert Barron recently visited The Saint Paul Seminary to share biblical perspectives on the Catholic priesthood. "The central theme of Scripture is right praise," he told the seminary community, and priests "knit together the universe" by leading this right praise.

Fr. Michael Skluzáček, director of pastoral formation at The Saint Paul Seminary, will retire this summer after 44 years as a Catholic priest. Here's what he had to say during the homily at his retirement Mass.

Fr. Scott Padrnos, a recently ordained priest and alumnus of The Saint Paul Seminary, balances his ministry in Minnesota with missionary work in Cambodia, sharing the Gospel with those who have never heard the name of Jesus.

Dr. Elena Bird Zolnick, director of sacred music at The Saint Paul Seminary, discusses how to discern what music to use in Church and how seminarians are being taught to lead these discussions.

Dr. John Froula, associate professor of dogmatic theology at The Saint Paul Seminary, discusses what "right worship" looks like in the context of the Mass and other forms of prayer.

What does it mean to live with faith, courage, and magnanimity? Saint Paul Seminary alumnus Jake Anderson shares the power of prayer, taking risks and embracing a life of greatness in service to God.A member of the Companions of Christ, Anderson was ordained in 2015 and serves as pastor and director of Gopher Catholic and the St. Lawrence Newman Center at the University of Minnesota.

Fr. Jake Anderson is the Pastor of St. Lawrence and the Director of the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota. He is an alumnus and dear friend of The Saint Paul Seminary. This talk comes from a day-long retreat he led for the seminarians.

Fr. Tim Tran of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis explains why the Eucharist is truly Jesus Christ's body and blood, and how Catholics can go about sharing this truth with those in their communities.Tran, an alumnus of The Saint Paul Seminary, is the Twin Cities' point person for all things National Eucharistic Revival.Learn more about the revival: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/

Bishop Andrew Cozzens sits down to discuss the National Eucharistic Revival he's been tasked to lead, as well as the role of Jesus' true presence in the course of human existence. Cozzens, Bishop of Crookston, Minnesota, is the former auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, a former priest formator at The Saint Paul Seminary and a member of The Saint Paul Seminary Board of Trustees.Learn more about the revival: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/

Bishop Andrew Cozzens of the Diocese of Crookston -- and leader of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' National Eucharistic Revival -- met with the seminarians at The Saint Paul Seminary to start the 2023-24 academic year. He shared with them the importance of priestly fraternity. Every Catholic needs community, and it's especially important for priests; in fact, Cozzens points out, it's an essential part of the sacrament of Holy Orders.

Fr. Joseph Taphorn, rector of The Saint Paul Seminary, explains how the Holy Spirit, present from the beginning, is working in the life of the seminary. Taphorn gave this homily at the seminary's 2023 "Gaudeamus" (Latin for "Let Us Rejoice") Mass, which officially kicked off the 2023-24 academic year.

Hear from Fr. Nels Gjengdahl, dean of men at The Saint Paul Seminary, about sharing the faith with young people.

The Babylonian Exile was a dark time for the Israelites. Jeff Cavins chose the color for this time period in the Bible Timeline because of the "blues" that the Jews were experiencing in exile, distant from God's presence in the Holy Temple. In this episode, Fr. Joseph Taphorn joins Jeff Cavins to explore the various ways in which modern Catholics may find themselves or their loved ones in a state of spiritual exile. Whether grappling with addiction, seeking deliverance and healing, or confronting the challenges of children straying from the Faith, Fr. Taphorn and Jeff Cavins offer timeless insights and practical guidance to help us navigate these trials and reclaim our role as ambassadors of Christ. Fr. Joseph Taphorn was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Omaha in 1997. After serving as a parish priest, he went on to study canon law at the Gregorian University in Rome and served in various leadership roles in the curia of the Archdiocese of Omaha for 15 years. Fr. Taphorn founded the St. John Paul II Newman Center in Omaha and served there for several years before accepting the invitation to serve as rector of The Saint Paul Seminary in St. Paul, MN in 2019. Fr. Joseph Taphorn was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Omaha in 1997. After serving as a parish priest, he went on for further studies in canon law at the Gregorian University in Rome and served in various leadership roles in the curia of the Archdiocese of Omaha for 15 years. Fr. Taphorn founded the St. John Paul II Newman Center in Omaha and served there for several years before accepting the invitation to serve as rector of The Saint Paul Seminary in St. Paul, MN in 2019.

With Fr. Michael Skluzáček retiring from his role as Director of Pastoral Formation at the Saint Paul Seminary, we took the chance to get to know his replacement. Host Patrick Conley sat down with Fr. Brian Gross, a priest of the Diocese of Bismarck – who will be replacing Fr. Skluzáček at SPS.   Plus, make sure to listen to Patrick's conversation with Fr. Skluzáček for a reflection on his 44 years as a priest, joys and challenges in his role at SPS, and what retirement will look like for him. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, ad follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Direct social media links: Instagram Facebook YouTube

His name may be a challenge for some to pronounce, but after 44 years as a priest of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, Fr. Michael Skluzáček is a household name and chances are pretty good that many of us have benefitted in some way from his priesthood. That's because – in addition to his serving at many parishes over the decades - his most recent role has found him directing pastoral formation at The Saint Paul Seminary – helping prepare our priests for ministry, including the 13 men who'll be ordained to the priesthood May 25th. He joins host Patrick Conley to reflect on his decades of service to the archdiocese. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Direct social media links: Instagram Facebook YouTube

This week we begin our pre-priestly ordination interviews with Deacon Ryan Sustacek – who'll be ordained May 25 – with twelve other men. Joining him will be Father Joseph Taphorn, rector of the the Saint Paul Seminary, to talk about this large class of men and their journey to the priesthood. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Direct social media links: ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠

God is busily working in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. On December 9th, 18 men were ordained permanent deacons for the Archdiocese in front of a huge crowd at the Cathedral of Saint Paul. 18! Here to talk about these new deacons, the diaconate and how the Holy Spirit is moving, is Deacon Eric Cooley, the director of the Institute of Diaconate Formation out of the Saint Paul Seminary. Learn more about the Institute of Diaconate Formation. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Social media direct links: Instagram Facebook YouTube

A daily news briefing from Catholic News Agency, powered by artificial intelligence. Ask your smart speaker to play “Catholic News,” or listen every morning wherever you get podcasts. www.catholicnewsagency.com - Pope Francis on Monday received the prefects of the Italian Republic in the Clementine Hall of the Apostolic Palace and expressed his concern about the low birth rate in the country, lamenting that many times “dogs take the place of children.” Pope Francis reflected on the environmental issue and the “emergencies that are now frequent and involve everyone; linked to atmospheric phenomena that should be unusual and extraordinary, they have become common due to climate change.” He also highlighted his concern about the low birth rate in Italy, “a country that lacks children and the migrants come.” “I am concerned about the problem of the low birth rate here in Italy. They're not having children,” the Holy Father pointed out. Finally, he invited the prefects to think about the responsibility “that Italians have to have children to raise them and also to welcome immigrants as sons and daughters.” https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/256242/pope-francis-expresses-concern-about-italy-s-low-birth-rate The bishop of the Diocese of Sacramento, California, announced on Saturday that “after careful consideration and consultation” the diocese will be filing for bankruptcy amid a slate of over 250 clergy abuse lawsuits. Sacramento Bishop Jaime Soto said in a Saturday statement that Chapter 11 bankruptcy is the “only respectful, transparent, and fair way to address the substantial number of claims” and “sustain the sanctifying, teaching, and charitable work” of the diocese. The diocese, which has 102 parishes serving over 1 million faithful, will likely file for bankruptcy in March 2024, according to the bishop. Without bankruptcy, he said the diocese would likely not be able to give all the abuse survivors filing lawsuits “fair consideration of their claim.” https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/256241/diocese-of-sacramento-to-file-for-bankruptcy-amid-over-250-clergy-abuse-lawsuits A Catholic priest in Nebraska died Sunday after being stabbed at a parish rectory, the Archdiocese of Omaha said. Police identified a suspect in the case late on Sunday. The sheriff's office named the suspect as 43-year-old Sioux City, Iowa, resident Kierre Williams. No motive was given in the press release, though the sheriff's office said the incident involved an “attempted break-in.” The priest grew up in Omaha and attended the College of Saint Thomas — now the University of Saint Thomas — and Saint Paul Seminary; he was ordained in 1984. In 2007, Gutgsell pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $100,000 from Saint Patrick Catholic Church in South Omaha. He received five years of probation in connection with that case. He returned to priestly ministries later that same year. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/256239/nebraska-priest-dies-after-stabbing-in-parish-rectory-suspect-arrested Today, the Church celebrates Our Lady of Guadalupe. In the 1530s, a Native man named Juan Diego, at Mary's direction, found roses growing on a hill near Mexico City, even though it was winter. He gathered them into his cloak, or tilma. When he unfurled the cloak in the presence of the bishop to show him the roses, a miraculous image of Mary was on the tilma. It wasn't until the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe appeared that the native people began to accept Christianity on a large scale. Today, the image forms an inextricable part of the history of Mexico, and facilitated the evangelization of an entire people. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/our-lady-of-guadalupe-82

In a world where many leaders overlook the importance of mental health, one CEO dared to break the mold. Brian Murray, the Chief Executive Officer at Ryan Companies, embarked on a journey that would forever change the workplace landscape. Little did he know, his personal struggles would become the driving force behind a movement that would transform the lives of his employees. But what was the unexpected twist that propelled Murray to become a champion for mental health? Stay tuned as we uncover the profound impact of his vulnerability and accountability on the Ryan Companies team. About Brian Murray:Brian Murray, currently the Chief Executive Officer of Ryan Companies, is responsible for overseeing the company's strategic initiatives, with a particular focus on organizational finances, operations, and administration. He joined Ryan in 2009, initially as Chief Financial Officer and later as Chief Operating Officer, where he led construction operations and shared services functions.Brian actively engages with industry leaders through the Construction Industry Roundtable and serves as a board member of the PrairieCare Fund, promoting mental health awareness in schools. He also has a history of leadership, having been the former board chair of the Twin Cities Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a college preparatory institution for under-resourced youth. His affiliations include the Construction Industry Roundtable, the PrairieCare Fund, and past roles on the boards of The Saint Paul Seminary, Saint John Vianney College Seminary, and the Catholic Community Foundation. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Brian Murray discuss how to:Cultivate a supportive workplace culture: Discover how to create an environment that fosters employee well-being and boosts team productivity.Empower leaders through empathy and vulnerability: Learn the transformative power of empathy and vulnerability in building strong and effective teams.Harness belief as a unifying force: Uncover how to inspire and rally your team around a shared vision, driving collaboration and success.The impact of mental health on leadership: Gain insights into the importance of prioritizing mental health in leadership to enhance individual and organizational performance.Open communication as a catalyst for success: Explore the benefits of fostering open and transparent communication in teams, leading to increased trust, innovation, and problem-solving. "Good leadership looks and feels like serving others, being vulnerable and holding people accountable.” — Brian Murray Connect with Brian Murray:  Website URL: https://www.ryancompanies.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-murray-07403829/ Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370  Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

It's our vocations awareness week episode, and one trend we're all aware of, is the nationwide decline in the number of men answering the call to priestly formation. However, one seminary located in the Twin Cities is going against the tide. The Saint Paul Seminary began this academic year with its largest seminarian enrollment in a decade. Joining producer Kayla Mayer to talk about the seminary and its lively campus is Fr. Joseph Taphorn, rector and Vice President at the Saint Paul Seminary.  Find out more about the programs offered at the Saint Paul Seminary. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow!

Grief. We've all been there, and often it involves a significant loss in our lives. In the midst of grief, you may find yourself questioning God's presence—maybe even his existence. In trying to console someone walking through grief, you may struggle to find the words to say. Father Jon Vander Ploeg, director of spiritual formation at the Saint Paul Seminary, joins host Patrick Conley for a discussion on navigating the grieving process.

Here, in the Archdiocese, we are privileged to have both Saint John Vianney College Seminary and the Saint Paul Seminary to help men discern and prepare for the priesthood and to help lay men and women live out lives deeply committed to serving the Lord. But all of that does not happen without the generous support of local Catholics. Tizoc Rosales, back at SPS as the Director of Advancement, knows a little something about that while living as a Catholic leader in our community.

A look back at some of the top conversations and moments on the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show during 2022. Produced by The Saint Paul Seminary, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show features monthly conversations with leaders from around the Catholic Church. Learn more and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3oS4QRM

Deacon Kyle Etzel, set for ordination to the priesthood in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis in spring 2023, joins the show to talk about becoming a priest in an era when much of the world is turned off toward Christianity. Etzel also shares his vocation story — he was once blindsided by a priest asking if he'd even considered the presbyterate — and how working in young adult ministry while in seminary has prepared him for the next step on his journey. Produced by The Saint Paul Seminary, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show features monthly conversations with leaders from around the Catholic Church. Learn more and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3oS4QRM

Us vs. them. Left vs. right. Liberal vs. conservative. Republic vs. Democrat. In an increasingly polarized society, Catholics are called to rise above. But how? Jason Adkins, director of the Minnesota Catholic Conference, joins the show to discuss. Minnesota Catholic Conference: https://www.mncatholic.org/ Catholic Advocacy Network: https://www.mncatholic.org/join Produced by The Saint Paul Seminary, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show features monthly conversations with leaders from around the Catholic Church. Learn more and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3oS4QRM

Time poor. Time starved. Short on time. Out of time. Phrases like this are now part of our common lexicon. Life is busy. Thanks to our expanding economy and a digital landscape where it seems like our to-do lists and plans are infinite, our finitude as human beings can be overwhelming and exhausting. Saint Paul Seminary alum Bishop Joseph Williams proposes a solution – one first written over 1,500 years ago by a guy named St. Benedict of Nursia. Produced by The Saint Paul Seminary, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show features monthly conversations with leaders from around the Catholic Church. Learn more and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3oS4QRM

Priests must be Christ to others, inside and outside the Church. Every summer, seminarians at The Saint Paul Seminary receive hands-on experience in living out this call. They spread out all over the Twin Cities and beyond, ministering to those who are sick and suffering. Some are engaged in hospital visits. Others work with the poor. And others spend time at elder care facilities. We caught up with four of them to learn about this year's experience on the latest episode of the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show. Produced by The Saint Paul Seminary, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show features monthly conversations with leaders from around the Catholic Church -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between. Learn more and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3oS4QRM

Every priest has a vocation story. Then there's that of Fr. Donald Calloway. The former Japanese mafia drug mule turned Catholic priest of 20 years is the author of “Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father.” He's also a member of the Congregation of Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary. He leads tours to Marian shrines around the world, including with actor Jim Caviezel. He's known in many circles as the “surfing priest.” And yet those are hardly the most interesting things about him. We dive into Fr. Calloway's story and how Catholics can maintain a transformational devotion to St. Joseph in this edition of the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show. Produced by The Saint Paul Seminary, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show features monthly conversations with leaders from around the Catholic Church -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between. Learn more and subscribe: https://bit.ly/3oS4QRM Check out Fr. Calloway's book, Consecration to St. Joseph: https://bit.ly/3BDfGCH

We know for Practicing Catholic listeners and for Catholics throughout the Archdiocese, the Saint Paul Seminary (along with the Saint John Vianney College Seminary and the Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity) is a name that is cause for some good local pride and for thanksgiving. Joining us this past weekend to talk more about the mission, role, and scope of the Saint Paul Seminary is its Rector, Father Joseph Taphorn. www.10000vocations.org

FR. JOE TAPHORN, Rector of The Saint Paul Seminary in St. Paul Minnesota, and host Greg Schlueter share an invigorating, missioned friendship that began decades ago. At heart is a conviction in the Holy Spirit fully alive in His Church. Coming from great Catholic families and having separately experienced "Life in the Spirit," they shared a season of impacting colleges and pro-life movements on respective campuses and have had meaningful points of contact up to present day. As a student on the campus of Benedictine College, with other devout, on-fire young men including now Bishop Drew Cousins, Fr. Joe contributed to the transformation of Benedictine College, which was also the birthplace of Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS). Some years down the road, while in priestly formation at the Pontifical College Josephinum, Fr. Joe and fellow seminarians were welcomed into the home of a certain Bernie and Judy Schlueter; realizing later in the evening the connection. Always bringing the vitality of the Holy Spirit to numerous diocesan leadership positions, in 2019 Fr. Joe was named Rector and Vice President, The Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity. LISTEN NOW AND SHARE! BROUGHT TO YOU BY Image Trinity (Mass Impact). We are families united in more fully discovering, proclaiming, living, and building the Kingdom. Over the past years hundreds have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes on a weekly basis to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based upon subsequent Sunday readings. Get your free LIT Guide at ILoveMyFamily.us or the app at MassImpact.us/APP. SUPPORT CATHOLIC BUSINESSES and leaders committed to professional excellence and building the Kingdom. GO: MassImpact.us/KINGDOM IF YOU'RE A CATHOLIC MAN interested in missioned friendships, marked by the hearts of men united in striving to build the Kingdom GO: Pentecost365.us. JOIN OUR Belief & Beverages Nights the 3rd Thursdays of every month. GO: MassImpact.us/BNB PARTNER WITH THIS MOVEMENT at MassImpact.us/PARTNER DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE: https://anchor.fm/igniteradiolive/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/igniteradiolive/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/igniteradiolive/support

Why are we here? Where are we going? How do we get there? The answers, according to Saint Paul Seminary Spiritual Director Monsignor Steven Rohlfs, actually lie in another question. God asks, “Do you love me more than anyone or anything else?” “The notion of purgatory has always given me hope, because it means God never gives up on me as long as I don't give up on God,” Rohlfs says. Enjoy this lenten reflection from one of the seminary's wisest priests. Rohlfs serves as a spiritual director and teacher for seminarians and is the former rector at Mount Saint Mary's Seminary in Maryland. Produced by The Seminaries of Saint Paul, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show shares stories and insights from those who lead with faith -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between.

The road to the priesthood is known in some circles as a long, arduous academic haul. While this isn't entirely inaccurate -- just ask one of the men taking 128 credits in 4-6 years -- there's a lot more to it than that. Dr. Christopher Thompson, academic dean at The Saint Paul Seminary, joins the show to talk through what a man learns on his journey from disciple to seminarian to priest. Thompson also shares some of his own story of faith, including oversight of the lay graduate theological programs that are available at the seminary. Produced by The Seminaries of Saint Paul, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show shares stories and insights from those who lead with faith -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between.

Renowned catechist Jeff Cavins, an instructor at The Saint Paul Seminary, shares his insights on what makes an effective Catholic leader, what makes a true disciple, and how the two are related. The co-creator of the Bible in a Year podcast also shares his story of falling away from the Catholic faith, only to return and become one of the Church's most popular lay evangelists. Produced by The Seminaries of Saint Paul, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show shares stories and insights from those who lead with faith -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between. Check out Jeff and The Saint Paul Seminary alum Fr. Mike Schmitz's Bible in a Year podcast: https://bit.ly/32PjqSO Check out the Jeff Cavins Show: https://bit.ly/3IPPi99

Paul Ruff, director of counseling services at The Saint Paul Seminary, joins the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show to discuss the importance of mental health as a man goes through seminary — and its implications after ordination. Produced by The Seminaries of Saint Paul, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show shares stories and insights from those who lead with faith -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between.

Why would a young, outgoing guy ever willingly choose to pursue a life of celibacy and simplicity? For Deacon Mike Selenski, a seminarian set for ordination in the spring of 2022, the better question is "who." Our conversation with Selenski dives into why he chose to enter major seminary, what life has been like at The Saint Paul Seminary during the pandemic, and how Catholics can be joyful during a time that's fraught with challenges. Deacon Mike also delves into his interests outside of priestly formation, including cooking, sports and spending quality time with fellow future priests. Produced by The Seminaries of Saint Paul, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show shares stories and insights from those who lead with faith -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between.

On the inaugural episode of the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show, Saint Paul Seminary Rector Fr. Joseph Taphorn explains what goes on behind the scenes at the seminary. How are young men discerning the priesthood being prepared for the world they'll enter upon ordination? Fr. Taphorn also shares stories from his "jail days" -- he was once arrested multiple times while protesting at abortion clinics -- and how spending his spare time training for marathons or sailing at one of Minnesota's 10,000 Lakes helps him maintain balance as a joyful, Catholic leader. Produced by The Seminaries of Saint Paul, the Joyful Catholic Leaders Show shares stories and insights from those who lead with faith -- from the seminary, to the parish, to the classroom, to the office, to the sports field and everywhere in between.

We'll also speak with Fr. Joseph Taphorn, rector and vice-president of the Saint Paul Seminary with a bit of an inside look as to what these men go through at the seminary as part of their formation.

Fr. Philip Merdinger is the founder of the Brotherhood of Hope, a religious community of lay brothers. Since retiring as a spiritual director in the Boston Archdiocese in 2013, he has moved to Minneapolis where he serves as the National Chaplain for Saint Paul’s Outreach as well as assisting with spiritual direction at The Saint Paul Seminary.

We have a front row seat to the future of our Church and the future looks bright! Tizoc Rosales is the Director of Advancement for the Saint Paul Seminary and the Saint John Vianney College Seminary in Minnesota. As he tells us he's not in the business of forming priests, he is in the business of forming MEN. Young men, Tizoc and I have a message for you. You've lived through some things and seen some things that have caused you to pause. You've seen the institutions we thought were stable fall away. 9-11 and other recent events have forever changed us. It's time for your generation to turn to God. We are all sinful and we all need healing. The time is now. You are our future.

Today, you'll hear our Q&A with Bishop David Zubik at an event we recently hosted. You'll hear Bishop Zubik share his thoughts on how unity can be possible across denominational lines, how to lead people with opposing views, how to impact the next generation, how to show people you're living your faith, how to surround yourself with people who will be honest with you, and how we can pray for the Bishop. Download the show notes at: http://www.L3Leadership.org/episode194. Listen to our Bishop Zubik's talk in episode #193 at http://www.l3leadership.org/episode193. To listen to our interview with Bishop Zubik, go to episode #166: http://www.l3leadership.org/episode166 Bishop David Zubik's Bio: Bishop David A. Zubik was born September 4, 1949, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, to the late Stanley and Susan (Raskosky) Zubik. He attended Saint Stanislaus Elementary School and Saint Veronica High School, both in Ambridge, before entering Saint Paul Seminary in Pittsburgh. He received an undergraduate degree at Duquesne University in 1971 and went on to study at Saint Mary Seminary and University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he earned a degree in theology in 1975. Bishop Zubik was ordained a priest on May 3, 1975, by Bishop Vincent M. Leonard at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh. Bishop Zubik served as Parochial Vicar of Sacred Heart Parish, Shadyside, until 1980. He was then assigned as Vice Principal of Quigley Catholic High School in Baden as well as Chaplain to the Sisters of Saint Joseph Motherhouse and Chaplain to the students at Mount Gallitzin Academy. At the same time, he began graduate studies at Duquesne University where he earned a master’s degree in education administration in 1982. He served in the role of adjunct spiritual director at Saint Paul Seminary from 1984 through 1991 and associate spiritual director at Saint Vincent Seminary, Latrobe, from 1989 through 1996. In 1987, Bishop Zubik was appointed Administrative Secretary to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Anthony J. Bevilacqua, who later became the Cardinal Archbishop of Philadelphia. In 1988, he was appointed Administrative Secretary and Master of Ceremonies to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Donald W. Wuerl (now Cardinal Archbishop of Washington, DC), where he served until 1991, when he began his service as Director of Clergy Personnel. In 1995, he was named Associate General Secretary and Chancellor of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, and on January 1, 1996, became Vicar General and General Secretary—a position in which he served until his appointment as the Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was consecrated a bishop on April 6, 1997, at Saint Paul Cathedral and was appointed auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. On October 10, 2003, the Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, named the Most Reverend David A. Zubik as the Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was installed as Bishop on December 12, 2003. On July 18, 2007, he was named by Pope Benedict XVI as the Twelfth Bishop of Pittsburgh. He was installed at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh on September 28, 2007. Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Listen on Tunein: http://tun.in/piVUO Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu L3 Leadership exists to build and develop a community of leaders that grow to their maximum potential, develop the courage to pursue their dreams, and to become great leaders in their families, communities, cities, nations, and their world. If you have an idea for a future podcast you would like to hear or a leader you would like me to Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/l3leadership)

In this episode of the L3 Leadership podcast, you will hear David Zubik, Catholic Diocese Bishop of Pittsburgh, speak on 4 characteristics every leader must develop. Download the show notes at: http://www.L3Leadership.org/episode193. Listen to our Q&A with Bishop Zubik in episode #194 at http://www.l3leadership.org/episode194. To listen to our interview with Bishop Zubik, go to episode #166: http://www.l3leadership.org/episode166 Bishop David Zubik's Bio: Bishop David A. Zubik was born September 4, 1949, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, to the late Stanley and Susan (Raskosky) Zubik. He attended Saint Stanislaus Elementary School and Saint Veronica High School, both in Ambridge, before entering Saint Paul Seminary in Pittsburgh. He received an undergraduate degree at Duquesne University in 1971 and went on to study at Saint Mary Seminary and University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he earned a degree in theology in 1975. Bishop Zubik was ordained a priest on May 3, 1975, by Bishop Vincent M. Leonard at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh. Bishop Zubik served as Parochial Vicar of Sacred Heart Parish, Shadyside, until 1980. He was then assigned as Vice Principal of Quigley Catholic High School in Baden as well as Chaplain to the Sisters of Saint Joseph Motherhouse and Chaplain to the students at Mount Gallitzin Academy. At the same time, he began graduate studies at Duquesne University where he earned a master’s degree in education administration in 1982. He served in the role of adjunct spiritual director at Saint Paul Seminary from 1984 through 1991 and associate spiritual director at Saint Vincent Seminary, Latrobe, from 1989 through 1996. In 1987, Bishop Zubik was appointed Administrative Secretary to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Anthony J. Bevilacqua, who later became the Cardinal Archbishop of Philadelphia. In 1988, he was appointed Administrative Secretary and Master of Ceremonies to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Donald W. Wuerl (now Cardinal Archbishop of Washington, DC), where he served until 1991, when he began his service as Director of Clergy Personnel. In 1995, he was named Associate General Secretary and Chancellor of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, and on January 1, 1996, became Vicar General and General Secretary—a position in which he served until his appointment as the Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was consecrated a bishop on April 6, 1997, at Saint Paul Cathedral and was appointed auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. On October 10, 2003, the Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, named the Most Reverend David A. Zubik as the Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was installed as Bishop on December 12, 2003. On July 18, 2007, he was named by Pope Benedict XVI as the Twelfth Bishop of Pittsburgh. He was installed at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh on September 28, 2007. Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Listen on Tunein: http://tun.in/piVUO Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu L3 Leadership exists to build and develop a community of leaders that grow to their maximum potential, develop the courage to pursue their dreams, and to become great leaders in their families, communities, cities, nations, and their world. If you have an idea for a future podcast you would like to hear or a leader you would like me to interview, e-mail me at dougsmith@l3leadership.org.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/l3leadership)

Tizoc Rosales, the Director of Advancement at ‎The Saint Paul Seminary in Minneapolis, joins us to discuss living out our call to be men on a mission. Regardless of our vocation, we are all called to be missionary disciples and Tizoc shares many ideas on how to do that.

In this episode you're going to hear part 2 of our interview wiith Bishop David Zubik, the Catholic Bishop of Pittsburgh. This episode is a lightening round which consists of a bunch of fun questions to ask leaders. You will hear Bishop Zubik share some of his favorite books, his favorite stories in the Bible, his Favorite Saints, what he wants to be remembered for, and more. If you'd like to go back and listen to our longer interview, go to episode #166. To see the notes and ways to connect with Doug Smith, go to the show notes at L3Leadership.org/episode167. You can listen to part one of our interview in episode #166 at http://www.l3leadership.org/episide166. Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu Bishop Zubik's Bio: Bishop David A. Zubik was born September 4, 1949, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, to the late Stanley and Susan (Raskosky) Zubik. He attended Saint Stanislaus Elementary School and Saint Veronica High School, both in Ambridge, before entering Saint Paul Seminary in Pittsburgh. He received an undergraduate degree at Duquesne University in 1971 and went on to study at Saint Mary Seminary and University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he earned a degree in theology in 1975. Bishop Zubik was ordained a priest on May 3, 1975, by Bishop Vincent M. Leonard at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh. Bishop Zubik served as Parochial Vicar of Sacred Heart Parish, Shadyside, until 1980. He was then assigned as Vice Principal of Quigley Catholic High School in Baden as well as Chaplain to the Sisters of Saint Joseph Motherhouse and Chaplain to the students at Mount Gallitzin Academy. At the same time, he began graduate studies at Duquesne University where he earned a master’s degree in education administration in 1982. He served in the role of adjunct spiritual director at Saint Paul Seminary from 1984 through 1991 and associate spiritual director at Saint Vincent Seminary, Latrobe, from 1989 through 1996. In 1987, Bishop Zubik was appointed Administrative Secretary to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Anthony J. Bevilacqua, who later became the Cardinal Archbishop of Philadelphia. In 1988, he was appointed Administrative Secretary and Master of Ceremonies to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Donald W. Wuerl (now Cardinal Archbishop of Washington, DC), where he served until 1991, when he began his service as Director of Clergy Personnel. In 1995, he was named Associate General Secretary and Chancellor of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, and on January 1, 1996, became Vicar General and General Secretary—a position in which he served until his appointment as the Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was consecrated a bishop on April 6, 1997, at Saint Paul Cathedral and was appointed auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. On October 10, 2003, the Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, named the Most Reverend David A. Zubik as the Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was installed as Bishop on December 12, 2003. On July 18, 2007, he was named by Pope Benedict XVI as the Twelfth Bishop of Pittsburgh. He was installed at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh on September 28, 2007. Bishop Zubik currently serves on the following committees: USCCB Divine Worship Committee USCCB Domestic Justice and Human Development Committee USCCB Protection of Children and Young People Committee USCCB Catholic Communications Campaign Subcommittee Catholic-Jewish Dialogue of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Bishops’ Committee, Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) ConferenSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/l3leadership)

In this episode you're going to hear our interview with Bishop David Zubik, the Catholic Bishop of Pittsburgh. It's a fascinating interview. We talk about his journey to becoming a Bishop when he actually wanted to become a lawyer, his advice to young leaders, when to speak up for injustice, and more! To see the notes and ways to connect with Doug Smith, go to the show notes at L3Leadership.org/episode166. You can listen to part two of our interview in episode #167 at http://www.l3leadership.org/episide167 Subscribe to the L3 Leadership Podcast: Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/l3-leadership-podcast-leadership-entrepreneurship-business/id495751888?mt=2 Subscribe to our podcast on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/learning-to-lead-podcast Subscribe on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Iehhmsctsgmvmoyvhxsv6yfzoiu Bishop Zubik's Bio: Bishop David A. Zubik was born September 4, 1949, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, to the late Stanley and Susan (Raskosky) Zubik. He attended Saint Stanislaus Elementary School and Saint Veronica High School, both in Ambridge, before entering Saint Paul Seminary in Pittsburgh. He received an undergraduate degree at Duquesne University in 1971 and went on to study at Saint Mary Seminary and University in Baltimore, Maryland, where he earned a degree in theology in 1975. Bishop Zubik was ordained a priest on May 3, 1975, by Bishop Vincent M. Leonard at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh. Bishop Zubik served as Parochial Vicar of Sacred Heart Parish, Shadyside, until 1980. He was then assigned as Vice Principal of Quigley Catholic High School in Baden as well as Chaplain to the Sisters of Saint Joseph Motherhouse and Chaplain to the students at Mount Gallitzin Academy. At the same time, he began graduate studies at Duquesne University where he earned a master’s degree in education administration in 1982. He served in the role of adjunct spiritual director at Saint Paul Seminary from 1984 through 1991 and associate spiritual director at Saint Vincent Seminary, Latrobe, from 1989 through 1996. In 1987, Bishop Zubik was appointed Administrative Secretary to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Anthony J. Bevilacqua, who later became the Cardinal Archbishop of Philadelphia. In 1988, he was appointed Administrative Secretary and Master of Ceremonies to then-Pittsburgh Bishop Donald W. Wuerl (now Cardinal Archbishop of Washington, DC), where he served until 1991, when he began his service as Director of Clergy Personnel. In 1995, he was named Associate General Secretary and Chancellor of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, and on January 1, 1996, became Vicar General and General Secretary—a position in which he served until his appointment as the Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was consecrated a bishop on April 6, 1997, at Saint Paul Cathedral and was appointed auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. On October 10, 2003, the Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, named the Most Reverend David A. Zubik as the Eleventh Bishop of the Diocese of Green Bay. Bishop Zubik was installed as Bishop on December 12, 2003. On July 18, 2007, he was named by Pope Benedict XVI as the Twelfth Bishop of Pittsburgh. He was installed at Saint Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh on September 28, 2007. Bishop Zubik currently serves on the following committees: USCCB Divine Worship Committee USCCB Domestic Justice and Human Development Committee USCCB Protection of Children and Young People Committee USCCB Catholic Communications Campaign Subcommittee Catholic-Jewish Dialogue of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Bishops’ Committee, Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) Conference Board of Trustees, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC Chairman, PilgrimSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/l3leadership)