Podcasts about sainthood

Matthew Leonard is joined by author and professor John Mark Miravalle to discuss what beauty is - and why it matters.

Send us a textIn this conversation, Connor McLaughlin shares his journey as a cradle Catholic and his passion for helping others realize their potential for sainthood. He discusses the importance of practical sainthood, emphasizing that it is a journey rather than a title. Connor reflects on his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, his exploration of faith, and the role of humility in the path to sainthood. He encourages listeners to find their unique place within the Church and to embrace God's will in their lives. In this conversation, Connor and David explore themes of identity, humility, and the journey towards sainthood. They discuss practical steps to overcome bad habits, the importance of consistency in ministry, and their hopes for the future of the Church. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of understanding one's identity in Christ and the impact of living a life aligned with faith.Thanks for Tuning in to Yes Catholic! We're so grateful you joined us for this episode. If this story inspired you, be sure to like, share, and subscribe to keep saying Yes to Jesus with us. Stay connected with the Yes Catholic community on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube @yes.catholic for more powerful testimonies and faith-filled content. Your support helps us continue sharing stories and reaching people all over the world! Thank you in advance for your generosity! Thank you for being part of the Yes Catholic community—where real people share real stories, all for God's glory! Thank You to Our Sponsors! This episode of Yes Catholic is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors Truthly and Tabella. Your partnership helps us continue sharing powerful testimonies and inspiring stories of faith.

Each of our lives is unique and filled with up and down moments. There will never be another you, however it is inevitable as a human being that you will face some great hardship during your lifetime. The Saints set a great example for us, but most people believe that is not the life for them-holiness is not something they can obtain. Today I discuss how Sainthood and our call to holiness means that we recognize our true call to greatness as God's people. Through openness, perseverance, trust and going ALL IN, there is nothing that we cannot do or be with God in our lives. In this episode we share the powerful ways that Jesus Christ transforms us and gives life to us when we learn to enter deeper into a relationship with Him. You have a call on your life to be great and to do something no one else can. It's time to recognize the power of God's love and that nothing is impossible for the Lord if you allow Him to work through you.Check out my social media @ef3life as well as my best selling book The SAINT Next Door (by Dan Jason) on Amazon!#podcast #god #jesus #christian #catholic #lifetothefullest #believe #faith #perseverance #trust #allin #openness #authenticity #journey #ef3life

Mina is joined by Domonique Foxworth to discuss their biggest questions ahead of the NFL Draft. Where will Shedeur be drafted? What are the Patriots going to do? And Much more! Let us know what you think in the comments! (0:00) Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! (1:18) Biggest Questions Ahead Of The NFL Draft (1:38) Where Will Shedeur Sanders Go? (15:30) Does A Third QB Sneak Into The First Round? (20:22) What Are The Patriots Going To Do? (27:24) More WRs Or RB + TEs Drafted In First Round? (42:05) Who Will Be The Surprising Faller In The First Round? (52:23) Will Kirk Cousins Be Traded? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we trust Christ as our Savior, His righteousness is gifted to us.

Host Michael Taft speaks with meditation teacher, clinical psychologist, and author Dr. Tucker Peck about the the difference between developing a clear understanding of how your psychology works and feeling just how you want to feel all the time; the importance of focusing on mental process verses mental content, his practical definitions of sanity and sainthood, his three-stage model of meditation, and what it's like after years of daily meditation practice. Dr. Tucker Peck is a meditation teacher, clinical psychologist, and author. A former professor, he is the founding director of the scholarship fund Open Dharma Foundation, and co-host of the podcast Teaching Meditation. Tucker's first book, Sanity and Sainthood, debuted as a #1 bestseller in 2025. He teaches a weekly class in-person at the San Francisco Dharma Collective, and has been teaching an online class for advanced meditators since 2012.You can find Tucker, and see the retreats he's teaching, at meditatewithtucker.com. You can also follow him on Twitter at tucker_peck. In the US, you can buy Sanity and Sainthood at this link, or outside the US, at any major online retailer (like Amazon).You can support the creation of future episodes of this podcast by contributing through Patreon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick explores current events, examining the implications of government surveillance and the challenges it presents, reminiscent of dystopian science fiction plots. He also touches on personal stories and spiritual insights, discussing the powerful themes of redemption and sainthood within the Catholic tradition. Join Patrick as he offers thought-provoking discussions that keep listeners engaged and informed. UK creating ‘murder prediction’ tool to identify people most likely to kill (03:40) Jillian - Is Pontius Pilate really the bad guy? (19:00) Mary - I was physically abused at the hospital. What can I do? (24:55) Matthew - How will souls react at the general judgement when they see their sins? (29:32) Louis - How does someone earn Sainthood? How does someone get awarded that? (36:34)

4/9/25 - Blessed Solanus Casey was a humble Franciscan friar whose deep faith and unwavering devotion to service continue to inspire people worldwide. Born in 1870 in Wisconsin, Solanus faced many challenges, including struggles in his early religious studies. Despite being deemed intellectually unsuitable for the priesthood, he was ordained a priest in 1904 but was assigned to simpler tasks like hearing confessions and serving in the friary's kitchen. Known for his extraordinary humility, Solanus became a source of spiritual comfort and healing for all who sought his help. His deep prayer life and trust in God led to countless stories of physical and spiritual healings, earning him the reputation of a miracle worker. As a porter at St. Bonaventure Monastery in Detroit, he greeted visitors with kindness and compassion, always ready to listen and pray for their needs. Through his years of faithful service, Solanus touched the lives of thousands, and his legacy lives on through the miracles attributed to him, including the miraculous healings that played a role in his beatification. In 2017, he was declared Blessed by the Catholic Church, a step closer to sainthood.

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Be Bold & Experience Signs & WondersMatthew 10:7-8 “As you go, proclaim the good news, ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.' Cure the sick; raise the dead; cleanse those with a skin disease; cast out demons. You received without payment; give without payment.”I saw this verse this morning, and I thought it was a great verse for today. As you can tell from a lot of the verses I have been sharing with you lately, the class I am taking talks a lot about the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit.  I would love to share this information with you because I am not sure how many of us really know or believe that the Holy Spirit is still working in a supernatural way in this world.  I am sure we all believe in the signs and wonders that occurred when Jesus walked the earth and the ones the apostles saw and did.  However, it seems most people do not believe these things are still happening today or that they have been happening ever since Pentecost.  Through the ages there have been times when the supernatural signs and wonders were less and less.  However, there was never a time when there weren't any signs and wonders.  If you read about the Saints, you will see the miracles they performed all throughout the ages.  I think because the Saints are attributed to a lot of the miracles that we hear about we assume that only Saints can perform miracles.  Do you want to know a secret about Saints?  They weren't always Saints.  At one point, every saint was just a regular human like you and me.  They didn't always know they were going to be a Saint.  You may be on your way to Sainthood and you might not even know it. All they knew was that they loved Jesus and wanted to do all they could to follow Him.  Do you love Jesus? If so, you are well on your way!In the verse above, Jesus tells us what we need to do. Remember, the Bible is a living document; what we are reading in the Bible is just as much for us today as it was for the apostles 2000 years ago.  Jesus is telling you and me to go and proclaim the good news, “The kingdom of heaven has come near.”  People need to hear this, even today.  Today, the enemy wants to fill us with worry and anxiety.  He wants us to spend our time looking around the world and seeing what a mess it is.  He wants us to look around the world and feel like things are hopeless because that is what it looks like right now.  There is so much violence, so much hatred, so much craziness.  It is easy to get lost in worry and anxiety when we are looking at the world.  This is why we need to affix our eyes to Jesus.  He is our savior. He is our peace.  Only when we take our eyes off of Him that we get wrapped up in worry and even fear.  It seems more and more people are giving in to fear and anxiety these days.  They are taking their eyes off of Jesus and turning them to the news, to social media, and to the newspapers.  We need to be proclaiming the good news of Jesus.  We need to be helping people turn their eyes back to Jesus, and what better way to do that than to show them signs and wonders?  Signs and wonders will not necessarily be enough to change the hearts toward Jesus. However, signs and wonders might get their attention, and once we have their attention, we can tell them all about Jesus' love.  I think a lot of people are disillusioned with the Church these days.  They see all the division and the scandal, and they think that is all the church is.  The Church is made up of people, and since we are a fallen people, there will always be people who don't do as they are called to do.  This isn't a reason to take our eyes off Jesus; if anything, it should be more of a reason to keep our eyes fixed on Him so He can help us not make those same mistakes.  Be honest, when I mention signs and wonders, do you instantly count yourself out?  Do you think the Saints could do them because they were Saints, but that isn't something we ordinary humans can do?  Me too!  I used to think like this, too.  Well, actually, if I am being honest, I still have doubts, but they lessen with each step out in faith that I take.  If you are like me, you don't have doubts that God could do miracles through you; God is God; he can do anything.  However, when I think of God doing signs and wonders through me, I think, “Why me?”  The enemy gets in my mind, and he tells me God wouldn't use me.  He tells me I am too boring, too weak, too sinful, not holy enough, not good enough, and so on.  The thing is, Jesus doesn't usually use those who are perfect.  He didn't come to find “perfect” people to start His church.  He used 12 people who most of us wouldn't have picked.  One of the reasons the Gospels start with the lineage of Jesus is to show us that Jesus did not come from a perfect line of people.  There were plenty of people in Jesus' lineage who weren't holy enough, weren't good enough, weren't even close to perfect by the world's standards, and yet they were chosen out of everyone to be part of the lineage of Christ.  Besides proclaiming the good news, Jesus is calling us to “Cure the sick; raise the dead; cleanse those with a skin disease; cast out demons.”  This is a pretty tall order. However, Jesus will not call us to do something and not equip us for the call.  John 14:12 says, “Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these because I am going to the Father.”  When Jesus went to His Father, he sent us the Holy Spirit, the power we need to do even greater works than Jesus did.  It says in this passage, “Whoever believes in me.” This is a tricky statement.  I say that because the faith required to do signs and wonders is not something we can manufacture on our own.  That type of faith is a gift from the Holy Spirit.  This type of faith can be built up by reading the scriptures and seeing all the signs and wonders Jesus and the apostles performed. It can also be built up by witnessing or hearing about miracles that are happening today.  The more you witness these miracles, the more your faith will be built up. This is another reason for doing Witness Wednesdays.  Hearing about how God is still working miracles today helps you believe it could happen in your life.  When you see it happening to regular, every day people like you and me, you start to think, “If it could happen to them, why couldn't it happen to me.”  There is a documentary called “Fearless,” and this is what the executive producer said about the movie, “We have come to realize it is more than a movie. It is more of a movement that the Holy Spirit is using to spark an awakening among ordinary Catholics, like you and me, to be able to live their Catholic Faith in an extraordinary way, in an extraordinary, fearless way.  It has launched thousands and thousands of people on their own God adventures. You can watch this documentary for free by going to fearlessdocumentary.net. You can also watch it on YouTube.  I will put links for both in the show notes. If you get a chance, check it out.  I will continue to talk about signs and wonders, and I pray that something I say will be the one thing you need to hear to get you started on your journey to discovering what signs and wonders God wants to give you. God wants to call us to greater things.  No matter who you are, where you are, or how old you are, God has more for you.  That will look different for each of us, but He is calling you.  Abraham was 100 when He had Issac.  Whatever age you are, you are not too old to build the kingdom of God.  However young you are, you are not too young to build the kingdom of God.  There is a young boy from Italy who was only 16 when he died, and He is blessed and is being considered for sainthood.  This is the first millennial to be venerated.   God can use you for His purposes. All you have to do is say yes.  It may feel scary to say yes to something when you don't understand it completely, but He will use you in amazing ways if you say yes to the Lord.  Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless everyone listening to today's episode.  Lord, we are so grateful for all the signs and wonders you have done and are still doing.  We ask you to show us how you want to use us, Lord.  We ask you to give us the strength to say yes even if we don't understand what we are saying yes to.  We ask you to give us the courage to step out in faith and trust that we are doing what you called.  Lord, if we can't hear your call, we ask that you help open our ears, hearts, and minds to whatever you call.  We ask that you help us be open to you and your will.  Confirm our will to your will, Lord.  We love you. You are amazing.  We are so grateful for all you do for us, and we ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus' holy name, Amen.  Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. I look forward to spending time with you again on Monday.  Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I.  Have a blessed weekend!Today's Word from the Lord was received in September 2024 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “Let my glory shine through the darkness of this world. I send you as my messengers. Let your light shine so all may see that you belong to me. Be not afraid to confront the enemy. Do not be afraid, for I am with you, and I am powerful. I am your God, and I will defend you.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

Matthew Leonard is joined by Father Wayne Sattler, who lived the contemplative life as a hermit for years and has great wisdom to share on the spiritual life.

Christopher McLaughlin joins us from Glasgow, Scotland and is one of the people heading up the Cause for Tommy Burns, hoping that Tommy will eventually be declared a saint in the Catholic Church. Christopher is our guest on this episode and shares his experiences and knowledge about the quest for Tommy's sainthood that many are praying for. Tommy was a professional soccer player, which in Scotland and most of the world, is called football. Tommy was a footballer for the famous, and beloved, Celtic team in Glasgow from 1975 to 1989 and later coached and managed the team. Tommy died in May of 2008 at the young age of 51 of melanoma, a form of skin cancer. He left behind his wife and four children. Christopher has a wealth of knowledge about Tommy, his life, and his humble and deep devotion to God and the Catholic faith. Christopher shares some history of Catholicism in Scotland and how it is intertwined with Celtic football. Tommy was very pious and humbly practiced corporal works of mercy throughout his life. According to Christopher, the love for Tommy was very apparent at his funeral, which included 40 priests and an estimated 20,000+ people. Christopher describes the process of opening a Cause for Sainthood according to the Church's Canon Law. The first step involves the bishop of the diocese where Tommy passed away. The final step, which could be a few years to hundreds of years away, culminates in the Pope declaring the person a saint. There are many steps and an enormous amount of prayer, research, and verification prior to a Pope declaring someone a saint. Opening a Cause for Sainthood does not guarantee Canonization, it often does not.  Christopher, and his fellow researcher Philip Church, are the “petitioners” in this process (see sainthood link below). They are asking for anyone who knew Tommy or is praying for an intercession from Tommy to contact them at contact@tommyburns.org Information about the process of sainthood in the Catholic Church: Saints | USCCB #catholicsports, #tommyburns, #celticfootball

Send us a textSPONSOR:   Briefcase MarketingGuests:  Logan Feldkamp, Youth Minister at St. Christopher and Emily Ahlin, Diocesan Archivist.Carlo Acutis represents something revolutionary in Catholic sainthood as a relatable millennial teen known for his extraordinary love of Jesus despite his ordinary appearance in jeans and sneakers. Born in London and raised in Italy, he became a catalyst for his family's return to active faith while creating an extensive website documenting Eucharistic miracles in 2001, well before user-friendly platforms existed.• An extremely typical boy of the early 2000s who played soccer, video games, and created websites• His goal wasn't to keep people online but to lead them to encounter Jesus in the Eucharist• Died in 2006 and is entombed in Assisi in his regular clothes – blue jeans, quarter-zip pullover and ordinary sneakers• Being canonized on Divine Mercy Sunday (April 27, 2024) at 2:30am• New film about Carlo Acutis releasing in theaters April 27-29, with screenings in Cleveland area• A relatable role model showing modern teens that saints can look just like them.SPONSOR:   Briefcase MarketingAt Briefcase Marketing, we create marketing that inspires action and delivers results.  We will:Clarify your message to attract the right audience.Streamline your website to convert more visitors into customers, donors or volunteers.Create consistency to build trust and deepen relationships across every marketing platform (Emails, Ads, Social Media, Etc).Check out just two of their recent successful clients who we know well.Theology of the Body CLESt. John Cantius ParishJoin us at St. Christopher Parish in Rocky River for our Carlo Acutis canonization celebration featuring video games, Italian food, and a special Mass with modern worship music on Saturday evening, April 27th.  And check out the artwork of Monica Skrzypczak at Outpouring of Trust.SPONSOR:   Briefcase Marketing

With the cause for canonization officially open for Sister Clare Crockett, we talk with the postulator for the cause, Sister Kristen Gardner all about the life of this soon-to-be saint. From her amazing conversion back to Christ, her radiant joy and tragic death, and the many possible miracles as millions have been praying for her intercession, Sister Garnder shares intimate never-before-heard details about this beloved sister that she knew personally. Marking Trisomy Awareness Month, we also talk with Beverly Jacobson about her darling daughter Verity who was born with Trisomy-18, and why all life should be protected, especially the most vulnerable. We also hear from our TCA chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry on the witness of St. Joseph as we marked his feast day this week. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

Could the late, sadly missed Bishop Emeritus of Killaloe, Willie Walsh become a saint? That's certainly the hope for Flan Garvey. Bishop Willie passed away in late February, at the age of 90. If Flan, an author from Inagh, who is also a former Fianna Fáil member of Clare County Council, has anything to do with it, we could be talking about Saint Willie Walsh at some stage in the future. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Inagh author & Former Fianna Fáil member of Clare County Council, Flan Garvey. Photo (C): Clare FM

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In this video, I'm joined by Josh Nadeau, author of Room for Good Things to Run Wild, my favorite book I've read this year. And I'll go out on a limb in March to say it'll still be my favorite come December. Josh and I talk about how the goal of life is to become a saint, how the church should facilitate that, and how goodness, truth, and beauty can lead us to the life we were created for. Check out his book: https://amzn.to/3DtZLdlSubscribe to his Substack: https://joshnadeau.substack.com/Support the channel:Patreon: https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicityPayPal: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicitySupport the show

Scott Carter, Coordinator for the Office for the Beatification of Venerable Emil Kapaun, discusses the news out of the Vatican where Fr Kapaun moves one step closer to sainthood. + Monsignor Charles Pope reflects on visions the saints have had about hell, in his new book, The Hell There Is.

FULL SHOW | Adam Rozenbachs joins us for Clown of the Week; We find out who should get a Sainthood; We talk F1s with Travis Auld; and There is the Week that was Next Week: Max Gawn and Joey Montagna Catch Mick in the Morning LIVE from 6-9am weekdays on 105.1 Triple M. To watch your favourite new Breakfast Radio crew in action, head to YouTube. And you a laugh-fuelled feed, follow @molloy and @triplemmelb on Instagram. Remember to like and share!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Flannel Panel takes on the news from the Catholic perspective, including the upcoming Academy Awards and the process of sainthood.…

Lesson One of a beautiful, crash course on everything you need to know to move into a deeper, more fulfilling life of prayer according to the saints. This incredible series from Matthew Leonard will stream FREE this Lent. 

What if sainthood isn't reserved for a select few, but a call for each of us, right where we are? Join Fr. Allan Paul Eilen as we explore the power of holiness in everyday life, embracing our unique call to sainthood—even in our struggles.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ 

Good morning! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Matt Leonard from Science of Sainthood to discuss preparing to pray well for Lent. Other guests include Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings, and Steve Ray to discuss fire and smoke in the Bible. Plus news, weather, sports, and more...

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Matt Leonard from Science of Sainthood to discuss preparing to pray well for Lent. Other guests include Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings, and Steve Ray to discuss fire and smoke in the Bible. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Jerome’s Prayer for God’s Mercy O Lord, show Your mercy to me and gladden my heart. I am like the man on the way to Jericho who was overtaken by robbers, wounded and left for dead. O Good Samaritan, come to my aid. I am like the sheep that went astray. O Good Shepherd, seek me out and bring me home in accord with Your will. Let me dwell in Your house all the days of my life and praise You for ever and ever with those who are there. Amen. ***** Matt Leonard is online at scienceofsainthood.com. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To be like a saint, we must surrender everything to God.

(TIME STAMPS BELOW)A review of the indie Christian(-ish) video game Sainthood and a strong foundation we can stand on in challenging and uncertain situations as we begin our Geek Bible Study of 1st Timothy!AND MUCH MORE!00:00:30 Intro00:04:34 Sainthood Review00:22:31 CGC & Christian Geek News (The Crier Stone by Lyndsey Lewellen)00:23:55 A Foundation For Uncertain & Difficult Times (1 Timothy Geek Bible Study)00:48:06 Listener/Viewer Feedback, Questions & Comments (Is intense discipline from fathers "toxic"?)Paeter's Geek Week01:00:14 MOVIES & SHOWS: Return To Oz 01:07:31 BOOKS: The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz01:14:19 TABLETOP GAMES: Mage Knight Board Game, Four Against Darkness01:26:56 VIDEO GAMES- Conan Exiles, Dragon Age:Inquisition, Path Of Exile 2, Spider-man 2, Monster Hunter Rise01:55:07 On The Next Episode...01:57:12 Essential Issues Weekly: DC Comics Reactions (Pretty much every comic I read this week fell flat for me. In fact, I honestly did not want to share my thoughts about them at all. Give me a few minutes and I'll explain why...)Support this podcast and enjoy exclusive rewards at https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductions Subscribe in a readerOpen In i-tunes- itms://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christian-geek-central-podcast/id258963175?mt=2i-tunes Page Link- https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christian-geek-central-podcast/id258963175?mt=2Get fun, exclusive rewards for your support! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/spiritbladeproductionsOrBecome a Patron!All episodes are archived and available for download at www.spiritblade.com , Resources used to prepare CGC Bible Study/Devotional content include:"Expositor's Bible Commentary", Frank E. Gaebelein General Editor (Zondervan Publishing House),"The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament", by Dr. John H. Walton, Dr. Victor H. Matthews & Dr. Mark W. Chavalas (InterVarsity Press), "The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament", by Dr. Craig S. Keener (InterVarsity Press),Thayer's Greek Lexicon, Strong's Exhaustive ConcordanceBlueletterbible.org, The Christian Geek Central Statement Of Faith can be found at: http://christiangeekcentral.blogspot.com/p/about.html The Christian Geek Central Podcast is written, recorded and produced by Paeter Frandsen. Additional segments produced by their credited authors. Logo created by Matthew Silber. Copyright 2007-2025, Spirit Blade Productions. Music by Wesley Devine, Bjorn A. Lynne, Pierre Langer, Jon Adamich, audionautix.com and Sound Ideas. Spazzmatica Polka by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Freesound.org effects provided by: FreqMan

Sr. Clare Crockett's sister Shauna Crockett joins Ray to remember her sister as the cause to make her a Saint begins in Madrid.

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Redefining sainthood as a deep care for ourselves and others, Lama Rod Owens and Raghu discuss reclaiming our sacredness and our identity.Check out Lama Rod's book, The New Saints, to learn more about becoming a spiritual warrior.Within this episode, Raghu and Lama Rod discuss:Healing through music and other mystical experiencesLama Rod Owens' college experience and getting into activismRe-framing our relationship to religionThe freedom to be our most authentic selvesOwning our own identity and sacrednessCommunity and collective as the hero we all needThe apocalypse as an unveiling of the truthCreating a culture of care and prioritizing well-beingDisrupting habitual reactivity and transforming our responsivenessLoneliness on the spiritual pathAbout Lama Rod Owens:Lama Rod Owens is a Black Buddhist Southern Queen. An international influencer with a Master of Divinity degree in Buddhist Studies from Harvard Divinity School with a focus on the intersection of social change, identity, and spiritual practice. Author of Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation through Anger and co-author of Radical Dharma: Talking Race, Love and Liberation, his teachings center on freedom, self-expression, and radical self-care. Highly sought after for talks, retreats, and workshops, his mission is showing you how to heal and free yourself. A leading voice in a new generation of Buddhist teachers with over 11 years of experience, Lama Rod is highly respected among his peers and the communities that he serves. From these intersections, he creates a platform that's very natural, engaging, and inclusive. Check out Lama Rod's most recent publication, The New Saints and his podcast on the Be Here Now Network, The Spirit Underground.For current offerings and programs, click here. “I think that the most important spiritual practice is care, compassion love; I think that's the common expression across many paths. A saint is defined by the depth of their care for others.” – Lama Rod OwensSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Full Text of ReadingsMemorial of Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops and Doctors of the Church Lectionary: 205The Saint of the day is Saint Basil the GreatSaint Basil the Great's Story Basil was on his way to becoming a famous teacher when he decided to begin a religious life of gospel poverty. After studying various modes of religious life, he founded what was probably the first monastery in Asia Minor. He is to monks of the East what Saint Benedict is to the West, and Basil's principles influence Eastern monasticism today. He was ordained a priest, assisted the archbishop of Caesarea—now southeastern Turkey—and ultimately became archbishop himself, in spite of opposition from some of the bishops under him, probably because they foresaw coming reforms. Arianism, one of the most damaging heresies in the history of the Church which denied the divinity of Christ, was at its height. Emperor Valens persecuted orthodox believers, and put great pressure on Basil to remain silent and admit the heretics to communion. Basil remained firm, and Valens backed down. But trouble remained. When the great Saint Athanasius died, the mantle of defender of the faith against Arianism fell upon Basil. He strove mightily to unite and rally his fellow Catholics who were crushed by tyranny and torn by internal dissension. He was misunderstood, misrepresented, accused of heresy and ambition. Even appeals to the pope brought no response. “For my sins I seem to be unsuccessful in everything.” Basil was tireless in pastoral care. He preached twice a day to huge crowds, built a hospital that was called a wonder of the world—as a youth he had organized famine relief and worked in a soup kitchen himself—and fought the prostitution business. Basil was best known as an orator. Though not recognized greatly in his lifetime, his writings rightly place him among the great teachers of the Church. Seventy-two years after his death, the Council of Chalcedon described him as “the great Basil, minister of grace who has expounded the truth to the whole earth.” Reflection As the French say, “The more things change, the more they remain the same.” Basil faced the same problems as modern Christians. Sainthood meant trying to preserve the spirit of Christ in such perplexing and painful problems as reform, organization, fighting for the poor, maintaining balance and peace in misunderstanding. Saint Basil the Great is the Patron Saint of: Russia Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

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While the Bible remains the unshakable center of our faith, understanding the broader context of church history will enrich our spiritual life in Christ. And so, Stephanie invites you into her conversation with authors Ben Lansing and Dan Marotta. Their collaborative effort is “Our Church Speaks”, a book featuring 52 Christian saints connecting modern audiences with 2000 years of Christian tradition. In today's culture, dominated by a staggering number of celebrities, Ben and Dan propose a focus on Christ-centered heroes of the faith, past and present, as a healthier alternative. Recounting stories of saints can help reconstruct what it means to follow Christ, providing a curative narrative amid societal disillusionment. This perspective isn't anti-celebrity, but rather an appeal to prioritize emotional and spiritual well-being by valuing Christ-centered faith over celebrity culture. Ben and Dan underscore the value of saints as role models in stark contrast to today's idolized celebrity culture. Instead of pursuing a transient notion of the "good life" defined by cultural standards of beauty, success, and fame, the authors advocate emulating the virtues demonstrated by saints. These figures, pointing to Christ, offer a remedy for the anxiety and vanity pervasive in modern society. Ben and Dan draw parallels between the decline of the Roman Empire and current Western attitudes. The past's cultural uncertainties mirror today's sentiments. For example, the conversion of Augustine and the transformative power of faith, urge today's youth to find fulfillment in Christ rather than material success. Through the lens of history, Ben and Dan highlight the monastic movement's rise during turbulent times, structured around prayer and work. The lessons from these Christian communities remain pertinent today, providing a model for spiritual stability amidst chaos. The consistent theme of God's faithfulness through uncertain times emphasizes the reliability of prayer as a structural life foundation, rather than a mere emotional expression. Josephine Bakhita and Polycarp, for example, left indelible marks on Christian history. Josephine Bakhita's story of transcending slavery through faith—embracing her given name "Lucky" while finding true fortune in Christ—offers a lesson in finding freedom through spiritual dedication rather than the absence of constraints. Polycarp's unwavering faith despite persecution illustrates the early church's resilience and engagement with Scripture. His steadfastness serves as a source of encouragement for modern believers facing challenges to their faith, reinforcing confidence and trust in divine grace. Ben Lansing's role as an artist intertwines with his spiritual journey, as he finds inspiration in portraying saints from diverse eras and professions. His insights reveal how art and history can illuminate God's work across various cultures and time periods. Stephanie Rousselle reflects on how the book sparked her curiosity to learn about historical Christian figures, like the first Korean martyr, thus enhancing her appreciation for global Christian heritage. Dan Marotta shares his transformative encounter with church history through Ben, emphasizing themes of self-sacrifice present in the lives of saints. These true stories provide a humbling counterbalance to modern comfort-driven lifestyles, inspiring humility and faithful witness over martyrdom or suffering. The conversation touches on the negative implications of social media, this "giant mirror" reflecting and magnifying vanity issues. Emulating saints can redirect this focus, reducing self-promotion and increasing service to others, leading to genuine happiness and fulfillment. Ben and Dan conclude by inviting us to look beyond digital media, encouraging engagement with visual and historical narratives that convey beauty and truth. Their collaborative project aims to connect past and present, offering illustrations and biographies of Christian heroes of the faith to motivate deeper spiritual reflection. MORE ABOUT “OUR CHURCH SPEAKS” Do you ever feel like you're alone in your struggles to live out the Christian faith? Do you ever read the Bible yet still wonder what it looks like to follow Jesus in the complexity and difficulty of our time? The stories of great men and women throughout the history of the church can help us form a bridge between the teaching of Scripture and our embodied lives. This illustrated devotional vividly depicts the lives and words of great women and men of faith. Artist Ben Lansing and Anglican priest D. J. Marotta offer fifty-two profound images and reflections on Christians, from Polycarp in the first century to the martyrs of Sudan in the twenty-first century. These saints, from every continent and century of church history, demonstrate the historic church's relevance for Christians today and reveal God's faithfulness in all times and circumstances. The artwork, biographies, devotionals, and prayers in this book are meant to spark our imaginations, helping us to be faithful here and now, in our own age. More at https://www.ourchurchspeaks.com/  Order via ivpress.com here: https://www.ivpress.com/our-church-speaks  Order via Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Church-Speaks-Illustrated-Devotional/dp/151400903X  Order via Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/our-church-speaks-ben-lansing/1145030215  Our Church Speaks is an illustration series featuring the words of Christians from around the globe, across traditions, and throughout the centuries. Each saint in this series is commemorated in the Book of Common Prayer tradition, in the global Anglican communion's calendar of saints. C.S. Lewis called for Christians to "keep the clean sea breeze of the centuries blowing through our minds." Our Church Speaks aspires to open the perspective of modern Christians to this clean breeze of the witness of the historic church. Our Church Speaks is an ongoing project, currently at over 250 portraits, with new work every week. You can follow the latest entries on Instagram. Prayers and liturgies in this project are from the Book of Common Prayer. This project is aligned with the historic interpretation of the Christian Bible, as summarized by the Nicene Creed and expressed in the Documentary Foundations of the 2019 edition of the Book of Common Prayer (pgs. 766-802). Discover the stunning art gallery that inspired the book at https://www.ourchurchspeaks.com/gallery  MORE ABOUT THE AUTHORS Ben Lansing is an artist and author from Richmond, Virginia. His award-winning art has appeared in hundreds of American publications over the past two decades. His work has been featured in the Newseum in Washington D.C. and received multiple Best in Show awards from the Virginia Press Association. In 2007, in response to the mass shooting at Virginia Tech, Ben created Today, We Are All Hokies, an editorial illustration that received global attention. John Seigenthaler, Sr., founding editorial director of USA Today, nominated this image for a Pulitzer Prize in 2007. Ben is currently the cartoonist for Jeff MacNelly's classic comic strip, Shoe. Ben is an ordained Anglican deacon and a lifelong student of the history of art and religion. He loves sharing the history of the global church through art and storytelling and regularly teaches church history at Redeemer Anglican Church in Richmond, Virginia. He lives in Richmond with his wife, Bethany, in a house full of books. Dan (D.J.) Marotta is a priest in the Anglican Church in North America and the founding Rector of Redeemer Anglican Church in Richmond, VA. He was raised in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and graduated from The College of William & Mary with a B.A. in Family Therapy Psychology and Denver Seminary with a Master of Divinity. He was ordained to the priesthood in 2016 and planted Redeemer in the urban heart of Richmond that same year. His wife is gracious and his children are clever. More at https://www.djmarotta.com/  THERE ARE SEVERAL WAYS TO PARTNER WITH GOSPEL SPICE TODAY! First, PAY Gospel Spice Forward: Give a tax-deductible gift so others can experience our ministry for free, just like you! 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Welcome to the Crunch, the only podcast that has two guys contemplating the Sainthood! In this episode the boys talk about Carlo Acutis and how we view Saints. http://thecrunchcast.com/toolkitSunday, Wednesday, and Friday! Our Friday episode is exclusive to our supporters at $10/month and up on Patreon, which you can access at / thecrunch  Follow us on Instagram: / thecrunchcast  Join our Discord community: https://bit.ly/crunchdiscordSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-crunch/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Flying is impossible. Well, not strictly impossible, because we fly in airplanes and hot air balloons, but you know what I mean: human beings can't fly. It's impossible. Except here's the thing: a good number of people –– hundreds, maybe thousands –– have sworn, upon penalty of damnation, that they have witnessed people flying, or at least levitating. People like Teresa of Avila and Joseph of Cupertino. About saints like these, a nearly overwhelming number of testimonies say the same thing over and over: “they flew”. If flying is impossible, then the history of saints who flew is a history of the impossible. And that is the book my guest wrote. The book is They Flew: A History of the Impossible. The author and my guest is the esteemed scholar Dr. Carlos Eire, the T. L. Riggs Professor of History and Religious Studies at Yale University. In addition to They Flew, Professor Eire is the author of several other important and award-winning books, including Waiting for Snow in Havana, which won the National Book Award, War Against Idols, A Very Brief History of Eternity, and Reformations: The Early Modern World, 1450–1560. Professor Eire joined us at the University of Notre Dame to deliver a lecture in our Saturdays with the Saintsseries, and a link to the recording of that lecture is included in this episode's show notes.Follow-up Resources:They Flew: A History of the Impossible, by Carlos Eire“The Trouble with Levitation and Bilocation,” by Carlos Eire, journal article in Church Life JournalChurch Life Today is a partnership between the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame and OSV Podcasts from Our Sunday Visitor. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.

11/01/24 Abbot Ankido Sipo - All Saints Day (English) by St. Peter's Chaldean Catholic Diocese

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In this episode of the Art of Catholic, Matthew Leonard is joined by author Kevin Wells, who shares the powerful story of his wife Krista's battle with alcoholism, the impact it had on his spiritual life - and the incredible redemption God brought through the figure of a saintly priest.

Dr. Ray Guarendi takes your calls from the studios of Real Presence Radio in Fargo, ND.

Give it 3 minutes and you won't turn it off.  This is a truly powerful and moving story of a man, a woman, and bevy of children who live a life totally abandoned to God...even in the midst of gut-wrenching sorrow and suffering. If you can listen without being inspired in some way, you may need to check your pulse.  That's all I can say. Matthew

Secretive Catholic sect Opus Dei was founded on 2nd October, 1928 by the young, energetic priest Jose Maria Escriva, who believed his divine mission was to inject religious fervour into everyday life, with holiness achieved not via clergy, but from the daily work of laypeople.  The faith grew rapidly in Spain, especially during the Franco era, eventually spreading internationally. But its ties to right-wing governments, including those of Franco and Pinochet, sparked criticism; and its propagation of corporal mortification - where members engage in practices such as wearing uncomfortable garments and self-flagellation - have been controversial. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly consider the organisation's presence in the halls of power; investigate how the sect continues to attract followers, years after Escriva's death (and Sainthood); and ask just how (in)accurate Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code really was…  Further Reading: • ‘What is Opus Dei, and why is it so controversial — both in and out of the Catholic Church?' (ABC News, 2023): https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-01-30/what-is-opus-dei-secretive-catholic-church-group-prelature/101905802 • ‘Letter: A former member recalls Opus Dei's methods' (Financial Times, 2024): https://www.ft.com/content/5e053d88-4b12-4cd9-95d9-fbfee2eecfa4 • 'St. Josemaria Escriva's impact' (Catholic News Service, 2012): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHFNuo5cefQ Love the show? Support us!  Join 

How exciting to give listeners a look inside our lives, hearts, and our Catholic friendship! In this fun light-hearted episode, we decided to interview one another. There are serious faith-driven questions as well as goofy opinion questions. Because who says striving for holiness has to be boring? Grab some coffee and join us as friends, as you listen to this highly caffeinated interview episode of Draw Near! Register for the Draw Near retreat HERE (https://www.drawnear.me/)! Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page (https://www.drawnear.me/booking)." Click here (https://www.drawnear.me/donate) to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. "Like" and follow us on Facebook! (https://www.facebook.com/fredandkara). Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drawnear.me/)! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. (https://www.drawnear.me/) Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Send us a Text Message.Can Saints complain about their struggles? In this episode we talk about some amazing Blesseds who lived their ordinary lives in an extraordinary way. Let's jump in!Articles we referenced: https://aleteia.org/2017/11/25/blessed-luigi-and-maria-quattrocchi-ordinary-married-life-shot-through-with-gloryhttps://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/homilies/2001/documents/hf_jp-ii_hom_20011021_beltrame-quattrocchi.htmlOur Codes!Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOMEInito: Inito.com CODE: MON15SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATEThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support our show:  Support us on Patreon!Our BooksGo To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. JosephGo To Joseph For ChildrenFREE RESOURCESFertility Awareness Cheat SheetRelationship Check-UpOur ApostolateAbout UsConnect with us and send us a message on InstagramYouTube ChannelEpisode Music by Alex_MakeMusic from PixabaySupport the Show.Support the Show.

CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate). All episodes aired in October, 1980.00:00:00.000 = Show Open..........A CANTICLE FOR LEIBOWITZ...........00:04:05.639 = CHAPTER 01: “500 Years After, part 1: Sainthood for Leibowitz” - Brother Francis discovers an ancient fallout shelter. 00:31:04.405 = CHAPTER 02: “500 Years After, part 2” - Relics found the shelter appear to be in the handwriting of the beatus Liebowitz himself but Brother Francis fails to convince others they are real.00:58:42.626 = CHAPTER 03: “500 Years After, part 3” - Brother Francis is not allowed to take his vows. Did he really see Liebowitz himself?01:23:18.689 = CHAPTER 04: “500 Years After, part 4” - The Canonization of Saint Liebowitz and a trip to New Rome planned for Brother Francis.............AND THE LIGHT IS RISEN............01:51:06.416 = CHAPTER 05: “1100 Years After: A Rise in Nationalism, part 1” - An audience with the Pope and the strange death of Brother Francis.02:19:18.094 = CHAPTER 06: “1100 Years After, part 2” - A new era of learning and an unwitting pawn in the struggle of the uses of knowledge.02:45:41.401 = CHAPTER 07: “1100 Years After, part 3” - The re-invention of the electric light and an enlightened emissary from the King.03:11:47.080 = CHAPTER 08: “1100 Years After, part 4” - The arrival of Don Tedeo and the last Jew in the world. Is war to come?03:39:44.269 = CHAPTER 09: “1100 Years After, part 5” - Don Tedeo explores the memorabilia of the Monastery, while his soldiers makes notes of the Monastery's fortifications.04:06:35.090 = CHAPTER 10: “1100 Years After, part 6” - Don Tedeo's vision of the future. An unexpected visit by Benjamin, the old Jew of the Mesa.04:31:59.131 = CHAPTER 11: “1100 Years After, part 7” - The coming of a dark age as war seems imminent, and Abbot Paolo passes from the scene...............THE LAST CANTICLE...............04:57:51.221 = CHAPTER 12: “1800 Years After: The Coming War, part 1” - As nuclear war nears, the Abby plans an interstellar    voyage of preservation.05:21:55.927 = CHAPTER 13: “1800 Years After, part 2” - A new Exodus begins as war once again comes to Earth.05:49:13.169 = CHAPTER 14: “1800 Years After, part 3” - The Death Camps of the Green Star, anathema for a Priest.06:15:33.531 = CHAPTER 15: “1800 Years After, part 4” - The fire comes again, and the strange birth of Rachel.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: July 14, 2024CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR20240714

Today, we're sitting down with Paul Pitts III, preacher and director of spiritual life at the Village Christian School in Los Angeles. Paul explains his personal testimony, how he began to come to the Lord in the sixth grade, and how family, church, and reading Scripture played important roles in his faith journey. He shares how the trajectory of his life changed from his goal of playing in the NFL to eventually attending seminary. We also discuss the authority and power of Scripture, dealing with doubts and temptations, the definition of "saints," the power of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, and more. --- Timecodes: (01:40) Paul's testimony / NFL & pastoral dreams (06:30) Masters Seminary (09:50) Pastoral ministry / good churches (27:30) Doubts and temptations (48:11) Saints & Catholicism (58:10) Praying to Saints --- Today's Sponsors: We Heart Nutrition — nourish your body with research-backed ingredients in your vitamins at WeHeartNutrition.com and use promo code ALLIE for 20% off. Jase Medical — get up to a year's worth of many of your prescription medications delivered in advance. Go to JaseMedical.com today and use promo code “ALLIE". Covenant Eyes — protect you and your family from the things you shouldn't be looking at online. Go to coveyes.com/ALLIE to try it FREE for 30 days! Balance of Nature — Balance of Nature's proprietary blend of 31 fruits and vegetables come in easy to swallow capsules to give your body the nourishment it needs. Go to BalanceofNature.com and use code ALLIE for 35% off. --- Relevant Episodes: Ep 416 | Once Saved, Always Saved? Q&A https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000520439147 Ep 137 | 5 Solas https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000444489645 Ep 672 | Should Catholics & Protestants Get Married? | Q&A https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-672-should-catholics-protestants-get-married-q-a/id1359249098?i=1000578450694 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices