Become Who You Are: Recent Episodes
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Join Jack Rigert and his guests for lively insights on the journey of the heart using the lens of Saint John Paul ll's Theology of the Body as their guide. Saint Catherine of Siena said "Become who you are and you would set the world on fire". Join us each week as we answer the deepest yearnings of the heart for love and happiness.
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Something feels off right now, and it’s not just policy or elections. When the culture starts calling evil good and good evil, it’s easy to spiral into doom-scrolling, cynicism, and the quiet lie that nothing we do matters. I read a viral post that captures that dread, then I push back on the trap underneath it: outrage that never turns into action becomes apathy, and apathy is how families, churches, and entire communities slowly collapse.
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From there, I lay out a simple framework for Christian renewal that’s meant to be lived, not argued about online. It starts with the human heart choosing what’s true and good, then restores marriage and family as the backbone of civilization, and stays anchored in Christ and the Church. We also talk about corruption and institutional decay, using a clip about government fraud to show how real people get hurt when systems are captured, and why reform has to be paired with moral formation.
The anchor story is Pier Giorgio Frassati, a young Catholic who climbed mountains, loved his friends, served the poor with his own hands, and refused to separate prayer from public life. I contrast his path with Robespierre as a warning: “justice” detached from God can turn into terror. The goal here is Christian social activism and Catholic political engagement rooted in charity, truth, courage, and joy, so we fight for the innocent without becoming what we hate.
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A billionaire-by-today’s-standards heiress walks away from New York high society, gets disinherited for becoming Catholic, and ends up in a poor mountain town because a stigmatic friar tells her to stay. That’s Mary Pyle, and her hidden life helps explain why devotion to Padre Pio spread so far, especially among American soldiers who came home changed. We sit down with author Susan De Bartoli, secretary of the board of the Padre Pio Foundation of America and founder of Little Flower Pilgrimages, to tell Mary’s story.
...Mary’s early sense that “something was missing,” her years working with Maria Montessori as a multilingual assistant, and the moment Padre Pio looks at her and calmly claims her future: “This time you remain.”
Then the wartime stories hit. Susan recounts the WWII bombing mission reportedly stopped by a monk in the sky, and how GIs later recognize Padre Pio’s face, along with images of Our Lady holding the Child and Saint Michael with a sword.
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Anxiety has a way of haunting the edges of your day, even when you’re praying and trying to do everything right. We start with a simple moment that turns intense fast: a bike ride, traffic that feels too close, and a rising sense that something is off. The turning point comes when we stop treating that fear like random noise and name what it often is: a real battle, both interior and exterior, between truth and falsehood, good and evil, beauty and what deforms it.
From there we move straight into the heart of Christian spirituality: Jesus Christ as the light of the world. We lean on John’s Gospel and on the command to “walk while you have the light,” then connect it to the courage of “be not afraid.” We also bring in GK Chesterton’s line, “Take away the supernatural and what remains is the unnatural,” to explain why modern culture can feel so irrational even with all our technology and information. When the supernatural gets rejected, we don’t become more “natural” or more free, we lose the light that makes human identity, marriage, freedom, and truth intelligible.
John Paul II’s insight lands hard here: we cannot understand ourselves without love, and we cannot fully know ourselves apart from Christ who reveals man to himself. That’s why Jesus can say both “I am the light of the world” and “you are the light of the world” we become luminous only by staying close to the source. We end with a clear, practical path: knees before the phone, daily prayer, Scripture, confession, the Eucharist, the rosary, and silence, so the light of Christ can shine through ordinary lives.
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A move for work sounds like a plain life update until the details start stacking up in ways you can’t unsee. Tim shares a real, personal testimony that begins with landing in Wheaton “randomly,” learning it’s packed with Churches and people of faith, including a strong Catholic community. From there, the story turns into a trail of moments that feel less like chance and more like God’s quiet direction, the kind that shows up in ordinary places and refuses to stay ordinary.
Tim shares what it feels like when coincidences stop reading like luck and start reading like providence. The heart of the conversation is prayer: rediscovering it, trusting it again, and realizing other people have been praying specific things on your behalf without you even knowing. One of the most striking beats is the timing between a sudden desire to return to Church and a mother’s heartfelt prayers the night before, a reminder of how intercessory prayer and family faith can carry someone even when they’ve drifted.
Then comes the simple decision that changes the day: walking past the same coffee shop again and again, feeling the nudge to go in “now,” and meeting Catholic men who become part of the path back to Jesus.
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A clear message: pay attention to your heart, take one small step and invite God in. The Claymore Battle Plan guides, in three indispensable steps.
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Something is shifting under the surface of American culture: Gen Z men are walking back into churches, asking blunt questions about truth, purpose, and what it means to live a good life. Recored before a live audience at St. Mary of Perpetual Help, we talk with Gen Z author John Kruger about his new book Dwelt Among Us: America’s Catholic Comeback, and why this renewal feels rooted in more than politics or vibes. When the world gets louder, thinner, and more online, the search for meaning gets more serious.
We zoom out to the spiritual and historical backdrop, including Pope Leo XIII’s 1884 vision and the St. Michael prayer, then trace a century marked by war, ideological revolutions, and a steady assault on marriage and family life. We also get honest about what young people have actually grown up with: new atheism, social media identity traps, economic anxiety, and the loneliness epidemic. The thread running through it all is simple and demanding: reason points toward truth, and the human heart cannot live on substitutes forever.
To close, we hand the mic to men from the audience who share their own conversion stories, from atheism and online ideology to Scripture, Augustine, and finally the Sacraments.
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Your day is getting formed before you even realize it and your phone is usually the one doing the forming. We walk through a simple on-ramp to the Claymore Battle Plan that cuts through the confusion and gives you a clear starting line you can actually stick with.
We break down the two key resources the Claymore Battle Plan is built around: the Handbook and the Battle Plan Outline (only a few pages).
From there, we give you two daily actions. First is the Claymore 10-minute morning ritual, anchored by one rule that changes everything: “knees before the phone.”
Second is reading one short Act each day, letting it sink in with a real pause so it moves from your head to your heart. We also highlight Act 11 as a practical guide for praying with temptations when the pressure is real.
If you’re doing Claymore with a friend, a fraternity, or a parish men’s group, we explain why one Act at a time creates better conversations and long-term momentum.
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Gen Z men are walking back into church, and it isn’t because they found a new self-help Podcast. They’re waking up to the cost of the culture’s false promises and they’re hungry for something real: truth, mission, meaning and purpose and a Faith that restores the heart.
From there, the spiritual backdrop that sets the present stage we find ourselves in, when Pope Leo XIII overhead the chilling dialogue between Satan and Our Lord coming forth from the tabernacle. To get an understanding of why the last century felt like a pressure cooker of war, corruption, and the breakdown of marriage and family...and why I believe grace is loosening the enemy’s grip in our moment.
Then we get practical with the Claymore Battle Plan: a three-step blueprint that begins in the human heart, restores human dignity, clarifies the meaning of sexuality through the beauty of marriage and family, and sends us out to rebuild culture and nation.
John Paul II’s voice runs through it all, especially his “be not afraid,” his Theology of the Body, and his insistence that the future of humanity passes through the family. We anchor the fight in Ephesians 6, because this is not against flesh and blood and we need the full armor of God.
You’ll also hear exactly how to use the Claymore handbook, the free six-page outline, and this podcast as a three-legged formation rhythm, plus the daily habit that makes it real: the 10 minute morning ritual, knees before the phone.
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America is nearing its 250th birthday, but the argument I can’t shake is this: you don’t lose a country all at once, and you lose it from the inside out. I walk through why the real conflict isn’t simply left versus right, but a spiritual struggle over truth, the human heart, and the meaning of the human person. When a culture embraces moral relativism and treats God as optional, “freedom” declines into tyranny...and it is the most vulnerable, especially children, who suffer the most.
From Solzhenitsyn’s warning that “men have forgotten God” to Poland’s quiet resistance through faith, language, and family life, we look at what actually preserves a nation’s soul when institutions wobble.
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America is nearing its 250th birthday, but the argument I can’t shake is this: you don’t lose a country all at once, and you lose it from the inside out. I walk through why the real conflict isn’t simply left versus right, but a spiritual struggle over truth, the human heart, and the meaning of the human person. When a culture embraces moral relativism and treats God as optional, “freedom” declines into tyranny...and it is the most vulnerable, especially children, who suffer the most.
From Solzhenitsyn’s warning that “men have forgotten God” to Poland’s quiet resistance through faith, language, and family life, we look at what actually preserves a nation’s soul when institutions wobble.
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Watching everyone else walk up for Communion while you stay in the pew does something to you. Our guest, Jack Ray, describes that exact moment as the spark that turned curiosity into a serious search for truth and eventually a conversion to the Catholic Church. He grew up in the Wheaton, Illinois area with a mostly positive view of Christianity, but with faith that felt distant and Catholicism that came with plenty of misinformation. Then friendships, sports, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes reopened the door to Jesus and to the biggest question: which form of Christianity actually makes sense of the world?
The conversation turns to brotherhood and accountability. We unpack the difference between friends who are “good to you” and friends who are “good for you,” especially when men are battling pornography, drinking habits, and the slow drift that can crush marriages and families.
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In a time when many are looking for answers, the message of Courage International and Father Gannon's insights serve as a beacon of hope. The call to truth, clarity, and fidelity in faith is more crucial now than ever. As we navigate these spiritual battles, let us remember to embrace the teachings of the Church with courage and compassion.
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A revolution can start with noble words and still end in terror. So why did the American Revolution produce a durable constitutional republic instead of the familiar slide into chaos and tyranny?
We sit down with Tom Hampson to unpack the claim that America’s founding is a “minority miracle” and why the Declaration of Independence makes what may be the most consequential political statement in history: our rights are God-given, not government-granted. From there, we follow the hard logic that comes with it. If rights don’t come from the state, the state’s job is limited. If rights do come from the state, then power can redefine them, revoke them, and punish dissent whenever it gains a majority.
Along the way, we compare America’s path with revolutions in France, Russia, China, Cuba, and Iran, and we talk about how revolutions often consolidate power, weaponize “justice,” and devour their own.
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We also wrestle with present-day fault lines: corruption and dependency, censorship and selective enforcement, voting rules and public trust, and the deeper question of whether a society can remain free without civic virtue.
We tie it to the personal level through Solzhenitsyn’s insight that the battle between good and evil runs through every human heart, and we ask what courage looks like after recent cultural tests like COVID-era fear and professional retaliation for speaking up.
If you care about natural rights, limited government, civic virtue, and the future of American freedom, this conversation is a gut-check and a call to think clearly. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review with the one idea you think more people need to hear.
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A former Anglican Priest says, “I lost the argument,” and somehow that turns into a battle for truth, conscience, and coming home. Kevin Middlesworth joins us to share the winding road from a devoted evangelical childhood, through Calvinist and Reformed theology, into Anglican priesthood, and finally into full communion with the Catholic Church.
We talk about the moment when so many Christians hit a wall: the authority question. Who gets to say what Scripture means, what the Eucharist really is, and what the moral life demands? Kevin describes the hidden exhaustion of being your own final judge, the “crushing weight” of trying to carry every doctrine alone. From there, we follow the breadcrumbs that led him to the Church Fathers, the Catechism, and St. John Henry Newman’s insight on conscience as God’s persistent voice.
This is not just an intellectual conversion story. Kevin opens up about marriage, friendship, and the real cost of changing course, plus why he refused to pressure his wife while she wrestled with the same Catholic claims.
Eucharistic adoration, Confession, the Rosary, the Liturgy of the Hours, and the surprising discovery that what once looked like “extra's” is actually God’s abundance.
If you’re curious about Catholicism, returning to the faith, or trying to find solid ground in a noisy culture, come listen. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s asking hard questions, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.
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Confusion spreads fastest where people most need clarity, and right now a lot of young adults are walking back into the Catholic Church because they are done with half answers. Jack sits down with Father Brian Gannon, pastor of St Teresa Church in Connecticut and executive director of Courage International, to talk about truth, mercy, and the spiritual battle surrounding sexuality and discipleship.
We explain what Courage International actually is: a Church-sanctioned apostolate serving men and women who experience same-sex attraction and who freely choose to live according to Catholic teaching.
Father Gannon directly answers an accusation that surfaced around the Synod on Synodality’s “study group #9,” namely that Courage promotes reparative or conversion therapy. He calls that claim false and lays out Courage’s real mission: chastity, friendship, prayer, formation, and sacramental life, plus EnCourage support for parents and loved ones who want to stay faithful while loving well.
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The strangest part of modern life is how easy it is to forget where we are. We sip coffee, scroll a phone, and act like reality is neutral, while the deeper story keeps moving under our feet. We step back and look at awe and wonder, not as a mood, but as a doorway into meaning, order, and purpose in creation and in the human body.
We make a hard claim with practical consequences: the decisive battle of our age centers on the human heart, life, and marriage and family. Through a Catholic lens shaped by Scripture, the Trinity, and Catholic social teaching, we discover that marriage and family are not just one issue among many. They are foundational, a living sign of self-giving love, and that’s exactly why they’re attacked in culture, law, and even through confusing “pastoral” language that drifts from clear moral teaching.
We also talk about synodality, the limits of accompaniment, and why “lived experience” can’t replace the deposit of faith without leaving people more lost.
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A single question can dismantle years of certainty: who decides what counts as Scripture in the first place? That’s where Cooper White’s journey gets gripping, because it wasn’t powered by rebellion or a bad church experience.
He and his wife were raised in loving evangelical families, deeply involved in ministry, and genuinely devoted to Jesus. But while serving in youth ministry and later studying theology at Wheaton, Cooper kept running into a problem that would not go away: authority. If Christians disagree on core doctrines, if interpretations multiply endlessly, and if even the biblical canon requires a decision, what holds the Church together in Truth?
Suffering brought the questions down to the heart. When Cooper’s wife faced Lyme disease, Catholic teaching on redemptive suffering, alongside voices like Relevant Radio and real Catholic families living the faith, made the Church feel not like a system of restrictions but a home with sacraments, confession, and a liturgical rhythm strong enough to carry a family when life breaks.
If you’re wrestling with unity, truth, the Eucharist, or the fear that one hard question could unravel everything, this conversation gives you a clearer path forward.
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A single document from 1968 somehow describes the world we’re living in right now. We pick up Pope Paul VI’s Humanae Vitae and ask a blunt question: if contraception was supposed to make sex safer, marriage easier, and society calmer, why are we surrounded by divorce, pornography, fatherlessness, hookup culture, and a deep confusion about identity and meaning?
Linda Piper walks with us through the “contraceptive mentality” and why it doesn’t stay limited to the bedroom. We unpack Paul VI’s four warnings: how contraception makes infidelity easier, lowers sexual morality across the culture, reduces respect for women, and invites governments and institutions to treat fertility like a problem to manage. From there we connect the dots to modern claims about contraception rights, abortion, and the feeling many young people carry that something is off even if they can’t yet name it.
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In a world that often feels disconnected from the divine, many of us grapple with profound questions about identity, purpose, and love. Saint Catherine of Siena once said that if you become who you truly are, you would light the world on fire. This echoes the sentiments of John Paul II and Saint Athanasius, who spoke of the deep yearning inscribed in each human heart—a longing for a divine connection that can transform our lives. In this Episode we delve into these themes, particularly through the lens of Saint Augustine's journey and the insights from the Claymore Battle Plan.
To start, we must recognize that our hearts are filled with desires to love and be loved. Yet, they can also be confused and hurt, struggling to find coherence in our experiences. In Act 26 from the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook, we explore how the gospel intersects with our lived experiences. This interaction leads us to our "aha moment," where we encounter Jesus Christ and begin to understand our true purpose.
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330,000 missing kids is not a talking point. It’s a flashing red warning that something is broken in how the U.S. Deep State handles unaccompanied migrant children, child welfare, and immigration enforcement. We walk through the story of a young teen released from federal custody who ends up working punishing overnight shifts, then widen the lens to the numbers, the incentives, and the institutions that move children through the system.
Tom Hampson, a crime investigator and reporter, joins us to explain what he found while investigating ORR placements, trafficking risk, and the role of NGOs that present as “charities” while being funded almost entirely by taxpayer dollars. We talk about what it means when the government acts in loco parentis, why fractured bureaucracy makes responsibility disappear, and how stonewalled FOIA requests keep the public from seeing where the money and the paperwork actually lead.
We also put the moral argument on the table, including Catholic social teaching on immigration: welcome where possible, protect the common good, enforce just laws, and never treat vulnerable people as objects in a pipeline. The conversation touches media narratives, church leadership, and the uncomfortable truth that “compassion” can become cover for negligence when no one is forced to answer for outcomes. If you care about border security, human rights, child protection, and government accountability, this one will challenge you.
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The claim that issues surrounding sexuality should take secondary priority behind concerns like justice, equality, or freedom reflects a distinction that unfortunately many modern Catholics increasingly make.
In truth It is a False Separation Between Sexual Morality and Justice.
The Catholic tradition—has consistently rejected this division.
John Paul II for one never treated chastity and justice as competing priorities.
He taught instead that they arise from the same truth about the human person.
This was the core of his personalist vision that each person is an individual created in the image and likeness of God...and that each person must be loved and never used as a pawn in some political game as is done in Socialism.
The crisis is therefore not merely political.
It is anthropological. Anthropology is the study of human beings...and so
It concerns the meaning of the human person himself.
When sexuality is detached from truth, from procreation, from covenant, and from self-giving love, the effects do not remain private. They radiate outward into the culture.
The consequences become visible everywhere
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If you’ve ever felt like you got dropped into the middle of a movie and missed the first half, you know the quiet anxiety that follows. We start with a deceptively simple question from Stephen Covey: are you building your life with the end in mind, or just reacting to whatever hits you next?
We pull from Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and his “triptych” view of the human story: what love was meant to be, how the fall distorts desire, and where we’re actually going. That bigger horizon changes how we talk about same-sex attraction, lust, marriage, and even the daily grind of work and family life.
We also get very practical: the Claymore 10-minute morning ritual (before you touch your phone), why temptation isn’t automatically sin, and how “praying with temptation” becomes the difference between repression and real healing.
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Then we go deeper into the end goal: heaven. Jesus’ words about the resurrection reshape what we think marriage is for, why love can’t be reduced to sex, and how confession and mercy rebuild a distorted view of love into something true and joyful. If you’re tired of grayscale spirituality and want a Catholic worldview that actually makes sense of your body, your desires, and your destiny, hit play.
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A universe with a beginning is a strange kind of good news and it’s not just for physicists. We sit down with historian and prolific author Russell Lawson to follow a 2,500-year thread most people never hear: for centuries, doing science was often understood as a pious act, a way of reading creation with awe, patience, and humility. When that older posture fades, we don’t just lose “religion” we lose meaning, purpose, and the courage to ask the biggest questions.
We dig into the cultural turn Lawson calls modernization: the move from rural life to industrial cities, from silence to constant noise, and from “God’s providence is real” to “humans can fix everything.” That modern mindset can feel powerful, but it can also leave people stuck in cognitive dissonance...resulting in anxiety, and spiritual exhaustion... especially when the heart is searching for love and the mind is still searching for truth.
Then we get concrete with science and the Big Bang. Father Georges Lemaitre, a Catholic priest and mathematician, helps introduce the idea of an expanding universe and a real beginning. The more astronomy pushes toward the singularity, the clearer the limit becomes: science can trace physical evidence back to a start, but it cannot answer what came before time. That boundary doesn’t destroy science; it invites humility and opens a sane conversation about God.
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Your desires are not random, and they are not meant to be medicated into silence or fed with whatever the culture is selling. We slow down and take a hard, hopeful look at what the heart is really reaching for, using Acts Six of the Claymore Battle Plan and Jesus’ blunt words to the Sadducees about the resurrection. When you see the story in “three panels” creation, fall, and fulfillment you start to understand why marriage, sexuality, and longing can’t be explained in flat, two-dimensional terms.
We also get personal and pastoral. After a talk, a young man shares his anxiety about attraction and whether he is still welcome in the Church. We answer with clarity and compassion: your deepest identity is not your temptations, your labels, or your fears, but beloved child of God. From there we widen the lens through Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, where marriage is a real gift and a real sign, ordered toward something eternal rather than trapped in the temporary.
Everything comes to a head in the Eucharist, the supreme spousal sign of Christ’s self-gift: “This is my body given for you.”
We talk about wounded desire after the fall, the courage to seek truth, and the concrete “knees before phone” Claymore 10-minute morning ritual from the Claymore Battle Plan Outline, and the simple practice of reading an ACT a day from the Claymore Battle Plan Handbookand sharing it with a friend.
If you’ve been stuck trying to fill infinite desire with finite fixes, this is your invitation to start living in 3D.
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The most disturbing stories at the border aren’t numbers, they’re names we never learn. We respond to a clip of reporter Ben Bergquam stepping outside a church to face protesters head-on, and the exchange becomes a window into something bigger: what happens to a culture when it trades truth for slogans and formation for outrage.
We talk through the border crisis in human terms, focusing on the vulnerability of innocents and the ways cartels profit when order breaks down. The conversation raises hard questions about illegal immigration, border security, ICE enforcement, and the role of NGOs that receive public funding while facilitating movement across the border. We also unpack the mindset behind easy answers like “tax the billionaires,” and why that kind of thinking spreads faster in a society that has lost shared moral ground.
From there, we zoom out to the deeper framework that drives the whole show: the Claymore three-step battle plan. We argue that lasting renewal starts in the human heart, strengthens marriage and the family, and then rebuilds culture through truth, virtue, sacrifice, and love. You’ll hear practical next steps, including the Claymore handbook and a simple 10-minute morning ritual designed to pull you out of the spirit of the age and back into prayer, clarity, and courageous action.
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A child can be treated like a purchase, and a pregnancy can be treated like a contract dispute. When that happens, we are not just arguing policy, we are watching the meaning of human dignity collapse in real time. I take you straight into the heart of Act Five, The Fall and the Call to Be a Man of God, and I name what I believe is the central conflict of our age: an all-out attack on marriage, the family, and the most innocent among us.
I break down two disturbing surrogacy stories that show how quickly children can become commodities: one involving a legal loophole that allows surrogacy where adoption would be restricted, and another involving a third-trimester abortion demanded because a baby was missing fingers.
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From there, I widen the lens to spiritual warfare, using Ephesians 6 to explain why the cultural pressure feels relentless and why confusion spreads when sin becomes “normal.”
Then I anchor the response in Pope Saint John Paul II’s Letter to Families (1994) and the Theology of the Body. We talk about the “sincere gift of self,” why the family is a communion of persons, how fatherhood and motherhood reflect God’s creative love, and why every person’s identity is tied to a real genealogy that begins with a mother and a father.
I also lay out the Claymore three-step battle plan: get your own heart and house in order on Christ, rebuild a true vision of marriage and family, and then work so our culture and laws reflect the beauty of authentic love.
If you want a clear Catholic framework for marriage, family, the culture of life, and what faithful men can do right now, listen through to the end. Subscribe, share the show, and leave a review so more people can join the fight for truth, goodness, and beauty.
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You can feel it, even if you can’t always name it: the pressure, the drift, the sense that something essential about love and manhood is under attack. We step into Act Five of the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook to name the fight without flinching. The claim is bold and clarifying: every man is made for adventure, the adventure is a battle, and the battle is for beauty, especially the beauty of authentic love.
We use Saint John Paul II’s “triptych” to zoom out and see the whole story, the beginning, the fall, and what redemption is moving us toward. From there, we let Jesus define the battleground. In the Sermon on the Mount, he goes straight for the heart, where lust turns persons into objects and where real freedom begins. That has direct consequences for pornography, dating, marriage, and the kind of strength it takes to protect women and children rather than consume them.
We also look at how the fall gets normalized in modern culture, where bodies are marketed, fame and pleasure are sold as fulfillment, and men are trained to surrender attention and conscience. But we don’t stay in diagnosis. We move to hope with traction: grace is stronger than sin, Christ brings transforming power, and the way forward looks like prayer, self-mastery, brotherhood, and a renewed vision of marriage and family as the heartbeat of civilization. We point you to practical next steps, knees before the phone, the Claymore 10-minute morning ritual, then reading One ACT from the Battle Plan Handbook to share with a brother, plus a way to send in your thoughts for a follow-up.
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A teenage girl gets told her body is the problem, gets put on powerful drugs, and loses her breasts before she can even vote. That story isn’t just shocking. It forces a harder question: what happens to kids when adults replace real healing with “affirmation,” and when parents feel pressured to surrender their role out of fear?
We’re joined by Fred Scola as we discuss Act Four of the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook, and go back to Genesis and the words of Jesus that point us to the model: in the beginning, it was not so. We talk about John Paul II’s vision of the body, why male and female matters, and how marriage and the family are meant to make God’s love visible. We also get practical about Catholic parenting and spiritual formation when the culture says “my truth” is all that exists.
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Unveiling the Hidden Attacks on Family, Faith, and Free Speech
In this episode, Jack sits down with seasoned investigator and commentator Thomas Hampson to explore the deep-rooted threats to traditional values, free speech, and the integrity of our families. Their candid discussion sheds light on real-world agendas hiding behind laws, organizations, and cultural shifts that compromise our society’s foundation.
Main Insights:
- The ongoing attack on moral and cultural foundations, including the influence of organizations like the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)
- How laws like the Predator Protection Act and conversion therapy bans suppress free speech and parental rights
- The role of sexual abuse, grooming, and societal confusion in breaking down family units
- The influence of radical gender ideologies and questionable school curricula on children’s innocence
- The importance of courage, conviction, and active participation in defending truth and liberty
- Illinois HB 5295 and how parental notification, abortion record secrecy, and cross-state travel can create serious blind spots that predators can exploit.
If you care about child protection, parental rights, free speech, and practical ways to push back in your local community, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this conversation with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway or the question you want us to tackle next. * Connect and Support Thomas Hampson's Work: Resources & Links:
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A 16-year-old girl receives a double mastectomy, later detransitions, and a jury awards $2 million in damages. That headline isn’t just a news cycle to us, it’s a flare shot into the night that forces a real question: what does the human body mean, and who is protecting the young when they’re most confused and vulnerable? I connect that crisis to the deeper spiritual battle we’re living through, where institutions often choose slogans over truth and where “affirmation” can replace real healing.
From there, I make the case that no politician, celebrity, or distant leader is going to ride in and rescue your family, your marriage, or the hurting people right in front of you. There is a hero in the story, and God keeps choosing men who will unite themselves to Jesus Christ in prayer and in the Eucharist, then carry the Gospel person to person.
I walk through the Claymore Battle Plan and the two asks: knees before the phone with the Claymore 10-minute morning prayer ritual, and a short daily reading and reflection that forms you to Become Who You Are! The man you were created to be.
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Evil rarely announces itself. More often it blends in, turns the temperature up one degree at a time, and convinces good people that numbness to sin is normal. Jack is with Claymore leader Dan McSweeney to talk plainly about the spiritual battle playing out in modern life and why so many young men feel drained, isolated, and stuck, even when everything looks “fine” on the surface. If you’re watching marriages crumble, seeing addiction, especially to p*rnogra$hy (not a typo) become common, or feeling your own heart go passive, this conversation puts words to what’s happening and why it matters.
We also tackle a hard objection head-on: is the Church just a pile of rules? We walk through why the Ten Commandments are designed to set you free, not box you in. Freedom isn’t “anything goes.” Freedom is the ability to love without fear, build trust, protect your family, and live with integrity when the culture pushes the opposite.
Jack shares how the Catechism begins with desire and authentic love, reframing Catholic faith as a love story rather than a scolding, and why that changes the way a man fights the battle between love and lust.
Then we get practical. Claymore’s simple spiritual formation plan is built for real life: ten minutes of morning prayer before the phone, and a short nightly reading rhythm that can reshape your heart in 52 days. We talk about brotherhood, accountability, and why you should never try to do this alone, especially when spiritual resistance shows up after you start changing.
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Your first 10 minutes each morning are already shaping you. The only question is whether they belong to your phone or to God. Jack sits down with Jeff to answer your questions. We hear from parents, mentors, and young men who feel the urgency of the moment and want a simple way to get their hearts back, find a wife or learn how to better love the one they have, and finally, how to restore the culture and take back their country.
We break down how the Claymore 3-Step Battle Plan Outline and the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook work together, why the plan moves from the individual human heart to marriage and family, and then outward into culture and civic life. If you’ve been looking for Catholic discipleship that’s practical, repeatable, and built for real life, we explain the “Claymore 10-Minute Morning Ritual” (knees before the phone) and the 10-5 rhythm that helps you build momentum without getting overwhelmed.
We also go straight at the hard stuff: anxiety, loneliness, and addiction in a porn saturated culture. We talk about why “temptation is not a sin,” how to turn temptation into an invitation to pray, and why nobody wins this battle alone. Mentorship, walking with brothers, and the grace of the Sacraments are key themes throughout, along with one guiding rule for sharing faith at home: never impose, but always propose what is true, good, and beautiful.
If you want the overview, practical starting steps, and a way to pass this on to your family, social circle or your parish, listen through, then subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the path.
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Evil doesn’t usually kick down the door. It slips in while we’re busy, distracted, and telling ourselves we’ll think about the big questions later. We talk about why so many men don’t choose evil outright, but still end up cooperating with it through drift, silence, and “just doing my job.”
We use the idea of the banality of evil to name what’s happening, drawing on Hannah Arendt’s reporting on Adolf Eichmann and the unnerving truth that massive harm can be carried out by ordinary, morally numb people. From there we widen the lens to the mystery of evil as spiritual warfare, not just politics or psychology, and we ask what it means to live in a culture that normalizes sin, denies objective truth, and fractures the family through addictions, abortion, and confusion about identity and love.
Then we get practical: knees before screens, The Claymore 10-minute morning ritual that includes praying through temptation, followed by a simple 5-minute evening plan through the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook designed to form men fast over 52 days.
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Beauty can save a man’s life, or at least wake his heart up enough to fight for it. We sit down with Claymore Milites Christi Leaders, Dan McSweeney and David Avignone, to open the discussion on Act Two of the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook, “Awakened By Beauty,” and we start where modern culture rarely starts: Genesis and the simple claim that you are created good, made in the image of God, male and female. When that truth gets buried under confusion, and shame, desire doesn’t disappear, it gets redirected into using, consuming, and comparing.
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Most men don’t fall apart all at once, they slowly wilt. When we live disconnected from God’s life, we chase quick fixes, stay anxious, and wonder why nothing feels solid. We use a blunt image to name it: we live like cut flowers, still “looking fine,” but cut off from the source that keeps the heart alive.
We also lay out a simple way forward through the Claymore Battle Plan, a Catholic men’s formation path built on daily spiritual discipline and real brotherhood. The starting point is the Claymore 10-minute morning ritual we call “knees before the phone,” plus a weekly short reading from the handbook and a conversation with a friend. The goal isn’t more religious information. It’s learning “how to fish” so you can find truth, build a foundation, and pass it on.
Then we step into Act Two, “Awaken By Beauty,” from the Claymore Battle Plan, A Handbook For Young Men In Spiritual Warfare, beginning where Scripture begins: Genesis, creation, light, and God’s declaration that everything He made is “very good,” including you. Drawing on John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, we talk about how the body makes the invisible visible, how beauty is meant to awaken wonder, and how “original innocence” shows us a way of seeing people as gifts rather than objects. We name the counterfeit beauty that deforms desire, pornography, hookup culture, and digital distraction, and we connect it to the wider crisis of moral relativism, anxiety, addiction, and the breakdown of marriage and family.
We close with three practical moves: reclaim awe through prayer, guard your heart by rejecting pornography and objectification, and reorder your life around the sincere gift of self. If this helped you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more men can find it.
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A single unverified story can change a generation if nobody is allowed to ask questions. We sit down with investigator Tom Hampson to unpack a Supreme Court decision that cracks open the “conversion therapy ban” narrative and forces states to meet strict scrutiny before they can police what therapists are allowed to say.
We walk through what Chiles v. Salazar means in plain terms: government can’t simply declare certain conversations in psychotherapy illegal.
From there, we separate talk therapy from discredited aversion therapy and show how the two got blurred in public messaging until ordinary, voluntary counseling was treated like harm. If a teenager feels confusion about identity or sexuality and wants help exploring their story, their trauma history, or their desires, should the law demand automatic affirmation?
We discuss the Sam Brinton testimony controversy as a case study in what happens when institutions stop verifying claims and start enforcing narratives. Along the way, we connect the policy fight to a bigger battle over marriage, family, free speech, and the human person.
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“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived… for the mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” — Henry David Thoreau
Dilecti Amici. Dear friends and brothers in Christ.
Let’s speak plainly.
You are living in a world that is loud, chaotic, and confusing. Social media, influencers, advertisers, schools, and even government all compete for your attention. Each tells you what to think, what to buy, what to fear, and who you are supposed to be. The noise is constant, and it leaves many young men disoriented and exhausted.
If you want a concrete path forward, we share the Claymore Militis Christi “battle plan,” including “knees before the phone,” one act per week, and the power of walking with another man. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with the biggest question you’re still wrestling with.
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“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived… for the mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.”[1]
— Henry David Thoreau
Dilecti Amici. Dear friends and brothers in Christ.
Let’s speak plainly.
You are living in a world that is loud, chaotic, and confusing. Social media, influencers, advertisers, schools, and even government all compete for your attention. Each tells you what to think, what to buy, what to fear, and who you are supposed to be. The noise is constant, and it leaves many young men disoriented and exhausted.
Pope Benedict XVI described our age as a “dictatorship of moral relativism,” a culture in which truth is reduced to preference and feelings replace reality. It should come as no surprise that so many are struggling. The statistics do not lie. Fifty-seven percent of teen girls report feeling persistently sad or hopeless. Forty percent of teens struggle to function normally because of depression. Thirty percent of teen girls have seriously considered suicide, a figure that has increased by sixty percent in just the past decade. Among LGBTQIA+ teens, fifty-two percent report ongoing mental health struggles, and twenty-two percent have attempted to take their own lives.[2]
And let us be honest. Almost every young man today has been exposed to hardcore pornography, often at a young age, robbing innocence and distorting the moral compass. Suicide and overdoses continue to claim far too many lives. As Henry David Thoreau observed long ago, “The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.”
Yet this is not the whole story.
You are not alone, and you are not doomed. I have seen young men begin to wake up, sensing that something is deeply wrong and refusing to accept shallow answers. You are hungry for meaning, for truth, and for a life that matters. Too often, what you are offered instead are empty slogans or expert opinions detached from the reality of good and evil.
That is why I picked up a pen.
Do you need another book? Perhaps not. But you do need guidance. You need a battle plan that helps you confront the questions burning in your heart: Who am I? Why am I here? What is my purpose? Why were we created male and female? What does authentic love look like? Where can lasting happiness be found?
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[1] Henry David Thoreau, Civil Disobedience and Other Essays.
[2] Centers for Disease Control, Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 2021.
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If you feel like something has shifted in your child’s school and you can’t quite name it, you’re not alone. We’re watching a real fight over who forms a child’s imagination, shapes their desires, and defines their identity: parents or institutions. Journalist and crime-fighter Tom Hampson returns to lay out why the conflict over school libraries, classroom materials, and sex education isn’t just policy, it’s a battle over foundational values and the protection of childhood innocence.
We dig into Illinois as a case study and unpack how national sex education standards can influence what districts teach, even when families assume local control. We also talk about the real-world impact of explicit materials, including how early exposure can twist a child’s view of sexuality and accelerate a pipeline toward pornography through books, devices, and recommended online content.
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Then we turn to the legal ground that’s moving under everyone’s feet. Tom explains why Mahmoud v Taylor matters for parental rights, transparency, and religious opt-out protections, plus what parents can do when schools resist disclosure. We end with a practical path forward: learn what’s being taught, check what’s in the library, show up at school board meetings, and build local support so you’re not fighting alone.
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The world is loud, confusing, and relentless and it is shaping men into spectators. We refuse that. We start with a sharper claim: the battle isn’t mainly political, personal, or psychological. It’s spiritual. Drawing from Ephesians 6, we talk about what it means to fight “not against flesh and blood,” and why misidentifying the enemy wrecks marriages, families, and your interior life.
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St Catherine of Siena said that if you “Become Who You Are" that you would set the world on fire!
St Athanasius an early Church Father and Doctor of the Church said that the Son of God became man so that we might become like God!
I’d take a wild guess but most of us are just a bit “disconnected” from the Divine life that these saints are pointing us too.
Yet St JPll said that there is an “echo” of this story, this divine life that we are created for inscribed in each human heart and if we put on the proper lens we can get in touch with this ECHO within us in such a way we have that aha moment!
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Temptation isn’t the end of the story and it isn’t even a sin. That one truth can crack open a path out of shame, especially for young men trying to live with integrity in a porn-saturated culture where the cycle of “try hard, cave, repeat” feels inevitable.
We talk through the Claymore approach to Catholic formation and spiritual battle using a real moment from a men’s conference in Milwaukee. Three teenage boys spot a St Michael banner with a flaming Claymore sword, walk up with a father, and end up hearing something they’ve been aching for: a battle plan that’s actually doable. We unpack the big questions stirring in young hearts right now, identity, purpose, truth, love, and why we’re created male and female, and we speak plainly about sex, sexuality, lust, and the desire to be free.
The practical takeaway is simple enough to start today:
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Discuss and Meditate on One short “ACT” from the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook each week. Talk through the discussion questions with a brother, and commit to the 10-minute morning ritual. We call it “knees before the phone,” and it includes “praying with temptation,” a concrete way to redirect desire toward freedom and fulfillment. You’ll also hear Luke’s unforgettable line, “I’ve been praying for this,” and why we believe the world changes when we pass down what is true, good, and beautiful.
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You want a better life, a better marriage, a better country in which to raise your kids?
Here is the truth of things: The world changes when we pass down what is true, good, and beautiful to the next generation.
What does that mean? For one thing It means that you and I must be willing to proclaim the Gospel to them in a way that reaches them where they are hurting.
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This is not brain surgery. Saint Paul, writing to Timothy, says:
“I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus: preach the word, be urgent in season and out of season” (2 Tim 4:1–2).
Pause for a moment and think about that verse.
Was Timothy Superman?
Did he possess some advanced technology to reach the masses?
Was he physically stronger or intellectually wiser than other men?
No. In fact, he was young and somewhat reserved by nature.
Yet Saint Paul called him to be manly—to be strong in the grace of God—and to step forward and preach the word. And he adds a sense of urgency:
“…be urgent…in season and out of season.”
Claymore Milites Christi exists to answer that call—to preach the word with urgency, in season and out of season, to a generation that is clamoring to hear the Truth, with a capital T.
But someone must be willing to preach the word to them.
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Prometheus stole fire from the gods and paid the price. That ancient story is the lens we use to talk about a very modern question: who gets to hold the “fire” today, and what happens to ordinary people when truth, energy, and freedom are locked behind a new Olympus?
We start with the ache a lot of people feel right now, especially young men: the sense that shallow answers are everywhere, while meaning is harder to find. From there, we dig into why myths still matter, how archetypes repeat across history, and why the Prometheus story can function like a mirror for spiritual warfare and the battle between good and evil. I connect the symbolism of fire to creativity, discovery, civilization, and hope, then contrast it with the pull toward entropy, disorder, and chaos when we forget God and forget what it means to be human!
Then we move into the controversial part: I retell Prometheus as a modern story and frame Donald Trump as a Prometheus-like figure battling entrenched power. I also make the line clear: Trump is not Jesus Christ, and politics cannot protect your soul. The decisive fight is still “Christ or chaos,” and it begins in the individual human heart, then spreads into marriage, family, church life, and the nation.
To make this practical, I close with the Claymore Battle Plan Handbook, a three-step blueprint for restoring human dignity through truth and love: renew the heart, renew the family, then rebuild culture. If this challenged you or gave you hope, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the conversation.
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A quiet chair facing the sunrise changed the way we see the battle that surrounds us. In the soft light before daybreak, we talk about the power of beauty to steady the heart, the reality of spiritual warfare hiding beneath cultural noise, and why so many young men feel numb, angry, or lost. From there we chart a clear path: awe that awakens desire, prayer that clears the signal, and mercy that rebuilds what sin tried to destroy.
We name the targets of our time with open eyes: the human person, marriage, and the child. We explain how early exposure to confusion, porn, and corrosive ideologies fractures identity and fuels anxiety and depression.
Yet the story doesn’t end in despair. We turn to Sister Faustina and the Divine Mercy image—two rays, one invitation—to trust Jesus in a way that is anything but passive. Mercy is not a loophole; it is the strength to rise again, to pass through the narrow gate, and to become fully alive.
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What if the “Zombies” you pass on the sidewalk aren’t monsters, but wounded brothers and sisters starved for truth and love? We open with a frank look at cultural fog—how propaganda, scandal fatigue, and the worship of power dulls the conscience—and why so many can’t “see” evil even when it marches in the open.
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The dream was simple: marry young, welcome children, and let love grow. Then biology didn’t cooperate. Author and radio host Leigh Fitzpatrick Sneed joins us to unpack the hidden landscape of infertility—the grief, the pressure to “just do IVF,” the awkward silences at church, and the slow work of finding a path that honors both conscience and desire.
Her story moves from clinic waiting rooms to a newborn domestic adoption that arrived in weeks, then to twins and another son, and finally to a broader truth: fruitfulness is more than pregnancy. It’s the overflow of spousal love into family, parish, and community.
We talk candidly about restorative reproductive medicine, the Creighton Model, and NaProTechnology—real care that seeks root causes without severing the unitive and procreative meanings of marriage. Leigh is clear-eyed: medicine can be hopeful and still hard, full of injections, surgeries, and timing that tests intimacy. Yet humor, friendship, and shared conviction can keep a couple together when the calendar takes over. We explore how to resist the glossy promises of IVF by understanding why it divides what belongs together and can treat children as products, not gifts.
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What if the first ten minutes of your day decided the shape of your soul? We open with a simple practice—knees before the phone—and follow it into the deeper question beneath every search for meaning: why pray at all? Along the way, we travel from the noise of constant distraction to the quiet center where identity, desire, and purpose are forged, and we see how a small ritual can rewrite the way we love, work, and fight for what is good.
We share the heartbeat of Claymore Milites Christi, our Apostolate for young men. Through story and reflection, we explore how actions flow from the heart, how choosing the good reshapes the person, and how prayer fills what we later pour out.
A moving reflection from James Van Der Beek reframes worth as gift, not achievement—“I am worthy of God’s love”—and becomes a doorway into the truth that love moves first. From there, we step into philosophy and poetry, letting beauty in the mountains and the words of C.S. Lewis widen our vision and break the spell of endless work and distraction.
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Feeling whiplash from a culture that calls chaos freedom and opinion truth? We step back and ask the question that reframes the noise: what sort of tale have we fallen into?
From the first lines of Genesis to the streets of our cities, we trace how order leads to freedom, how evil only distorts what is good, and why the human heart is the primary battleground. Along the way, we confront the early wounds of porn, the pull of relativism, and the emptiness of use, then chart a concrete path toward healing and purpose.
We lean into the wisdom of St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, exploring why life is a love story set in a real conflict between good and evil. Y
If you’re tired of drifting with the spirit of the age and ready to live on purpose, this conversation offers a map: order over chaos, communion over isolation, self-gift over self-grasping.
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• How does the “dictatorship of moral relativism” appear in your own life, and how can Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body help you recover meaning and direction?
• What experiences of awe or beauty have stirred your heart, and how might they be leading you toward God’s love story? (John 1:38–39)
• In what concrete ways can you step back from the world’s noise, including social media and pornography, in order to hear Christ’s invitation, “Come and see”? (See the Claymore Battle Plan Outline and Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 2709)
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Start with this unsettling claim: You weren’t born in the wrong body—you were born in the wrong culture.
From there we dig into why so many young people feel disoriented, how institutions amplify that confusion, and what it takes to rebuild a sane, humane vision of the human person. Our guest, Daniel Gallagher of Ralston College, brings a rare mix of philosophical clarity, pastoral sensitivity, and classroom experience to a debate that often devolves into slogans.
We map the core of gender ideology—the move to treat sex as secondary—and contrast it with a Christian anthropology that insists the body reveals the person.
We confront the cultural pressures on kids: pornography in schools, policies that erode innocence, and a vocabulary—like “gender dysphoria”—that can be stretched to fit activism more than care.
A recent New York verdict for a detransitioner underscores the stakes and the need for honest medicine, founded on the truth and do no harm!!
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A quiet awakening is spreading among young men who were raised on screens, shaped by porn, and numbed by AI simulations. We’ve watched them navigate a world where fake often passes for real and language tries to make the unthinkable sound humane.
When a viral doorstep exchange exposes the gap between “abortion is health care” and the instinctive horror at “aborting puppies,” the mask slips—and a more urgent question surfaces: what is true, and how do we live by it?
We open up the cultural pressures squeezing Gen Z men—early exposure to hardcore porn, deep fakes that blur reality, and school ideologies that promise liberation but seed confusion.
From there, we introduce Claymore, a Catholic discipleship movement designed to meet this hunger with purpose, structure, and brotherhood.
Instead of vague spirituality, we offer a concrete path: daily prayer and the sacraments, a yearlong handbook of 52 short acts, accountability with real friends, a domestic church at home, and public witness that stands steady without rage. This formation heals the heart first, then renews marriages and families, and finally strengthens community and nation.
Along the way, we map the battlefield clearly: the person is attacked, the family is weakened, and culture frays. The counterstrategy is just as clear—start with the heart, form a man in truth, and send him to love with courage. If you’re tired of noise and hungry for a life that means something, you’ll find a plan here you can actually live.
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A new name, a sharper mission, and a bold claim: the path back to national sanity runs through a return to truth about the human person. We open by sharing why our show now carries the Claymore banner and how the apostolate is walking with Gen Z men who sense, deep in their hearts, that life must be more than slogans, screens, and shifting rules. That instinct becomes our guiding thread as we tackle the breakdown of shared reality—from pandemic coercion to identity fragmentation—and the quiet ways language was bent until law and culture lost their grip on what is true.
With researcher and crime investigator Tom Hampson, we map how a country once united by a creed and a moral vocabulary drifted into regulatory sprawl, selective enforcement, and competing tribes. We move beyond abstractions to the human cost: tradesmen taxed for dysfunction, kids catechized by confusion, and churches tempted to replace clear teaching with a compassion that dissolves justice. We draw on Scripture, natural law, and John Paul II’s theology of the body to argue that the deepest desires of the heart—love, meaning, and truth—can only flourish when anchored to reality as God made it.
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The noise is relentless, the ground feels unstable, and desire gets treated like a problem to be numbed. We take a different route. Starting with a frank look at anxiety and public breakdown, we trace the deeper current beneath the headlines: a forgetting of God that leaves us building on sand. From there we make a bold, practical claim—desire is a compass pointing toward love—and show how to follow it without getting swallowed by the moment.
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Jack and Florencia Moynihan—Catholic nutritionist, FEMM instructor, and author of Made Good—discuss the challenges faced by young women in today's culture, particularly regarding relationships, health, and understanding the feminine heart.
They explore the impact of modern societal norms on women's health, the importance of nutrition, and the need for education about love and relationships. Florencia shares her personal journey of healing and emphasizes the significance of taking control of one's health through knowledge and holistic approaches. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding women's cycles and the detrimental effects of birth control, advocating for a more informed and empowered approach to women's health.
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The episode opens on the 50-yard line and quickly shifts to a harder field: a claim that America is weathering a quiet, coordinated attack that looks nothing like the wars we recognize. We bring on investigator and researcher Tom Hampson to unpack how drugs, migration surges, financial pipelines, and propaganda can function as weapons when they’re woven together with intent.
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Culture keeps telling women to chase autonomy and call it freedom, but the bill always arrives: isolation, fragile bonds, and a quiet ache that career can’t soothe. We sit down with scholar and author Carrie Gress to map the deeper story—how modern feminism operates like a shadow church with its own creed, sacrament, and evangelization, and why marriage and family have become the frontline of a spiritual battle many people can now feel in their bones.
Carrie shares how Theology of Home helps women see ordered womanhood lived attractively, not argued abstractly, and why Gen Z’s growing skepticism of old scripts is a bright sign of hope.
If you’re ready for a conversation that connects history, theology, and real life—and points toward a path where women and men both flourish—press play.
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Headlines shout about border crises while our feeds trade compassion for outrage, but the deeper question remains: how do we love the stranger without surrendering the order that protects the weak?
Jack takes a hard look at the images and ideas shaping public imagination, starting with the Holy Family’s flight into Egypt and what it actually means for modern immigration debates. Egypt was a Roman province, not an alien nation; the story teaches refuge from a tyrant, not a mandate for lawlessness or open borders.
Drawing on St. John Paul II’s distinction between emigrants and immigrants, we examine how language quietly shifts blame from failed regimes that expel people to host nations struggling to respond. Borders exist to serve justice, not to erase it; ordered hospitality protects both citizens and newcomers.
The goal is a community able to welcome the stranger while preserving the very foundations that make welcome possible—family, faith‑shaped virtues, and the common good.
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The year feels heavy, and not just because the headlines won’t let up. We name what so many feel but can’t quite articulate: mercy has been generous, but justice is near, and the gap between those two realities exposes where our hearts stand. From a controversial shooting to deeper cultural rifts, we trace how sin breeds lawlessness, how lawlessness fractures families and cities, and why banding together around truth and charity is the only path through the noise.
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What if the biggest leak in our public safety net isn’t a lack of funding, but a lack of scrutiny? We sit down with investigator and journalist Tom Hampson to unpack the alleged Minnesota welfare fraud and use it as a lens for a deeper look at how bloated programs, weak oversight, and political incentives can turn help for the vulnerable into a marketplace for grift.
At its core this is a battle of good versus evil.
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The air feels heavier this year, like we’ve reached a hinge in history. We name that tension and call it what it is: a harvest moment. Not a date prediction, but a sober read on where the seeds of our culture have grown—especially around life in the womb and the meaning of marriage. We trace how those two pillars reveal everything else: when a society can’t say a child is a gift or that a mother and father are best for that child, the compass is broken and the language starts to lie.
From there we open the parable of the wheat and the weeds in Matthew 13 to make sense of the confusion. Wheat and weeds look alike for a while; time reveals their roots. Jesus refuses a premature purge, not because He’s soft on evil, but because mercy gives room for conversion. Drawing on St. Faustina’s Diary, we explore why God allows delay: before the just Judge, He opens wide the door of mercy.
We also get practical—the Claymore battle plan—that starts on your knees before screens, anchors you in Scripture and Divine Mercy, and builds fraternity so men stop drifting into isolation and vice. The goal isn’t to swing at enemies; it’s to become good wheat with deep roots that can feed others and stand in the storm.
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- Matthew 13:24–30; 36–43
- Matthew 3:12
- 2 Peter 3:9
- Diary of Saint Faustina, §§1160, 723, 1146, 699
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This conversation delves into the complex issues surrounding immigration, particularly through the lens of Christian teachings and historical context.
Tom and Jack discuss the misuse of the Holy Family as a symbol for open borders, the implications of immigration policies on society, and the challenges posed by human trafficking and exploitation. They emphasize the need for prudence, order, and a balanced approach to immigration that considers both compassion and the rule of law.
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In this conversation, Jack and Tom Hampson discuss the paradox of food insecurity in America, despite its wealth. They explore the evolution of food banks into a multi-billion dollar industry that manages poverty rather than alleviating it. The discussion highlights the bureaucratic inefficiencies, the role of corporate donations, and the need for local, community-based solutions to effectively address hunger. They argue that the current system is failing the very people it aims to help and call for a reevaluation of how food assistance is structured and delivered.
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If you care about hunger relief, public accountability, and the dignity of real help, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and offer concrete next steps.
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Recently, while walking through my neighborhood and looking at Christmas decorations, I came upon a simple Nativity scene. Nothing extravagant. Just Mary. Joseph. A child lying in straw.
And it stopped me.
Because that scene reveals something our culture is trying desperately to erase:
God chose to enter the world through a family.
Not through a system.
Not through a state program.
Not through a technological utopia.
—and why the family remains the battleground for hearts, freedom, and the future. From Scripture’s fierce warning about harming the little ones to the daily headlines that blur truth and twist language, we connect the dots between cultural confusion, spiritual warfare, and the call to protect children.
The Claymore battle plan is a practical map for spiritual formation and cultural rebuilding. The goal isn’t outrage; it’s forming men who can love well, raise families, start businesses with integrity, and anchor parishes that become bright centers of mercy and truth.
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Love isn’t a mood that lasts forever; it’s a mission that matures.
We trace the arc from infatuation to mature love, explaining what happens when the early hormone rush fades and why that moment is the invitation to choose each other anew. Costanza reframes “submission” as surrendering the urge to fix your spouse and learning to love the person you actually married. We talk about original loneliness, the deep hunger for God at the center of every human heart, and the tough truth that marriage either becomes a school of holiness or it stalls in scorekeeping and silent contempt.
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A late recording on the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe turns into a fierce meditation on a world that feels unhinged and the mother who leads us to her Son. We trace a throughline from John’s Gospel and the order of creation to Juan Diego’s roses in winter and the tilma that sparked eight million conversions, then ask what those signs say about today’s battles over life, meaning, and the human person.
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O Virgin of Guadalupe, Mother of the Americas, grant to our homes the grace of loving and respecting life in its beginnings, with the same love with which you conceived in your womb the life of the Son of God. Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Fair Love, protect our families so that they may always be united and bless the upbringing of our children.
Our hope, look upon us with pity, teach is to go continually to Jesus, and if we fall help us to rise again and return to Him through the confession of our faults and our sins in the Sacrament of penance, which gives peace to the soul.
We beg you to grant us a great love of all the holy Sacraments, which are, as it were, the signs that your Son left us on earth. Thus, Most Holy Mother, with the peace of God in our consciences, with our hearts free from evil and hatred, we will be able to bring to all others true joy and peace, which come to us from your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, who with the Father and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
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Advent sharpens our memory and our courage, and that’s where we start: gratitude for the return of public faith and a renewed freedom to say Merry Christmas without apology. From there we move straight into the central question young people are asking in a noisy, anxious age: What is the truth, and how do I live it? We lay out the Claymore battle plan—recover your heart, restore marriage and family, and then rebuild culture—so purpose moves from an idea to a daily practice that changes lives.
The Claymore battle plan is a practical map for spiritual formation and cultural rebuilding. The goal isn’t outrage; it’s forming men who can love well, raise families, start businesses with integrity, and anchor parishes that become bright centers of mercy and truth.
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Jack discusses the decline of Western civilization, emphasizing the importance of faith, family, and cultural identity. He highlights the spiritual battle against ideologies that threaten individual identity and moral values.
He then calls for action through the Claymore Battle Plan, urging individuals to take responsibility and engage in the fight for truth, goodness and beauty! There is no plan B!
The Claymore battle plan is a practical map for spiritual formation and cultural rebuilding. The goal isn’t outrage; it’s forming men who can love well, raise families, start businesses with integrity, and anchor parishes that become bright centers of mercy and truth.
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Tom Hampson is with Jack to dig into the newly released HHS review of youth gender medicine and what it asserts about puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgery for minors. You’ll hear why many countries are recalibrating toward psychotherapy and mental health support, what “gold standard science” should look like in pediatric care, and how long-term risks and informed consent must be handled with moral seriousness. Along the way, we examine how schools, media, and even churches helped normalize contested claims, and why silence from trusted institutions often reads like endorsement.
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Feeling pressured to pick between Socialism and Capitalism? We challenge that trap and make a case for a third way that takes human dignity seriously, starts in the heart, and rebuilds culture from the ground up. We walk through why many young people gravitate toward socialism when family and schools fail them, and why unconstrained capitalism—when severed from God and moral law—leaves the soul hungry and communities brittle.
Then we chart a different path rooted in a Christian vision of freedom ordered to the good, where love of God flows into love of neighbor, and where formation shapes the kind of people who can actually sustain a free society.
You’ll hear hard critiques—of socialism and hypercapitalism’s nihilism—paired with hopeful, concrete steps: prayer that grounds the day, the sacraments that renew the heart, small groups that build accountability, and local action that serves the poor, protects life, and strengthens communities.
We also discuss the Claymore battle plan as a practical map for spiritual formation and cultural rebuilding. The goal isn’t outrage; it’s forming men and women who can love well, raise families, start businesses with integrity, and anchor parishes that become bright centers of mercy and truth.
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What if the love you’ve been searching for has been quietly pursuing you all along? That’s the heartbeat of this conversation with Greg Willits—author, award-winning media producer, and co-founder of Rosary Army—who opens up about childhood abuse, early exposure to pornography, depression, anxiety, and a late-stage collapse that forced him to seek real healing. Greg doesn’t offer platitudes. He shares how a priest’s advice to go to weekly confession, Catholic therapy, and daily fidelity to the rosary set the stage for a breakthrough guided by St. Louis de Montfort’s The Love of Eternal Wisdom.
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The root of the cultural chaos we are experiencing is a surrender of the Truth of things!
Today Jack takes you inside a viral confrontation over women’s locker rooms, presses into why definitions matter for safety and law, and asks a harder question most debates skip: are we created with purpose and order, or are we accidents of history free to redefine reality on the fly?
From that starting point, everything else follows—coherent policy, compassionate boundaries, and a moral ecology that protects the vulnerable.
We share the exchange of a Lesbian Black women with a liberal state senator as a case study in clashing worldviews: identity claims versus biological reality, the language of “inclusion” versus the lived experience of women who need privacy and protection. Then we widen the frame to children, adoption, and natural law. If public institutions treat bodies as arbitrary and family as interchangeable, who absorbs the cost? We wrestle with that question honestly and keep kids at the center.
We also examine the Church’s Shepherds, who are responsible for proclaiming the Truth...who instead struggle to speak with clarity, highlighting moments of institutional confusion and the courage of leaders like Bishop Strickland who ask for fidelity to doctrine.
Rather than despair, we pivot to formation: how small, faithful communities and daily habits can renew minds and rebuild culture from the parish outward. Scripture’s promise—“you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free”—is presented as a roadmap to real freedom, not license, and to love that is ordered, fruitful, and humane.
If you’re tired of “my truth” vs “your truth,” this conversation offers first principles, practical steps, and a battle plan for living the truth with charity. Subscribe and share with a friend who’s seeking after the Truth of things.
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Beauty isn’t a filter on life; it’s a way to understand it, and ourselves.
Jack sits down with Artist-photographer and author Erik Stensland to explore how a season of crushing burnout in the Balkans led him toward solitude, quiet attention, and a life reoriented by wonder in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Together we unpack why silence feels unbearable at first, why many of us would rather hit the metaphorical shock button than face our inner world, and how a simple practice—ten phone-free minutes in a forest—can begin to settle the mind.
Eric explains the difference between loneliness and chosen solitude, and how beauty, understood as goodness rather than glamour, becomes a practical guide for daily decisions. We also dive into desire: not suppressing it, not indulging it, but tracing it to the deeper longing for meaning, belonging, and purpose.
If environmental news leaves you frozen, EriK offers a third path beyond doom and denial. Inspired by John Muir, he shows how falling in love with places fuels lasting care and healing... paying attention, telling small stories, buying less.
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What if the ache you feel isn’t a flaw to fix but a fire to aim? We open with the shocking power of eros—the sudden arrest of beauty, the pulse of attraction—and follow it to its true end: a life of self-gift that can heal hearts, families, and even a nation fraying at the seams. The story moves from a teenage moment of reverent awe to the Cross itself, where God’s desire for us becomes agape: “This is my body, given for you.”
Along the way, we tackle why so many feel anxious and untethered. Cut off from God, desire gets hijacked by porn, politics, and consumerism. Freedom without virtue collapses into manipulation, and culture drifts between corrupt elites and coercive ideologies.
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A hidden magazine in fifth grade. A dopamine hit. A secret that follows a boy into high school, dating, and marriage. That’s how our conversation starts, and from there we get honest about why porn isn’t just a bad habit—it’s a widespread, tech-fueled crisis that reshapes the brain, hollows out intimacy, and turns love into consumption. With coach and founder Steve O’Connor from Catholics Fight Porn, we unpack how a culture of access and silence traps good men and women in cycles of shame.
We dig into emotional regulation—what to do when stress, boredom, or rejection hit—and how to rewire reward pathways with small, repeatable actions like check-ins, movement, and breath. You’ll hear why filters and wise phones help, but why accountability and brotherhood are the multiplier.
We also face the damage inside marriages. Betrayal trauma is real. If you or someone you love is struggling, you’re not alone and you’re not doomed. Listen, share, and then take one step: reach out for help, join a group, or set a boundary today. If this conversation helped, follow the show, leave a review, and pass it to a friend who needs hope.
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A generation raised on endless noise is choosing silence, beauty, and order. We sit down with Catholic writer and Latin Mass altar server Jacob Plante to explore why Gen Z is showing up at the traditional Latin Mass in growing numbers
Jacob shares his own story of a deeper conversion during the COVID years and digs into the numbers and the narrative: how early forecasts expected a relentless decline in religion, and why recent research suggests the slide has slowed overall—and Gen Z is actually reversing that trend.
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Start with the unpopular truth: the surest privilege isn’t race, money or status, it’s growing up with a married mom and dad who stay together.
Then the shock of Charlie Kirk’s assassination... but it’s the two sided response that sheds light on where we are as a people—those who would celebrate the death of a loving husband and father to two young children on one side and the forgiveness, prayer, and resolve on the other—that reframes the moment as spiritual warfare rather than a partisan grudge match.
With writer and mother Carolyn McKinney, we press beyond hot takes to first principles. She shares why she wrote about Charlie’s legacy for her sons, what real chivalry looks like in a cynical age, and how young men can navigate a culture that mocks strength and blurs truth.
Link to the articles: What I Hope My Sons Will Learn From the Life of Charlie Kirk and Liberalism Died with Charlie Kirk
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If your heart feels restless and the world feels loud, you’re not broken—you’re being called. We dive into the ache beneath anxiety and distraction and show how that desire is the starting line of a meaningful life. First the heart stirs, then the culture collides with it, and finally the Gospel speaks into both with clarity and love. That simple sequence changes how you see yourself, your choices, and your future.
We explore the sensus fidelium—the instinct for truth alive in Gen Z and millennials who are waking up to the limits of “do whatever feels good.” Through the lens of natural law and lived experience, we unpack why normalization of disorder leaves people numb, and how the search for reality can become a source of courage. The story of the rich young man brings this home: you can keep the rules and still miss the invitation. Joy begins when desire meets a Person, not just a concept.
Ready to choose between accident and purpose? Lean in and let this conversation reframe freedom as the power to love the good. If this resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe for more, and leave a review telling us where you sense the truth tugging you next.
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Headlines say one thing, moral logic says another. We sat down with Phil Lawler to unpack the storm around a lifetime award for Senator Dick Durbin, the so-called “consistent ethic of life,” climate pageantry, and immigration debates—and to draw bright lines between intrinsic evils and prudential judgments. If you’ve felt whiplash from Vatican sound bites, this conversation gives you a filter: read statements carefully, rank issues rightly, and refuse to let media spin define what the Church teaches.
We start with the core: abortion is never a matter of tactics; it is the deliberate taking of innocent life. From there, we examine how the seamless garment gets misused to excuse politicians who support grave evils while scoring points on secondary issues. On climate, we affirm stewardship without baptizing contested policy schemes or celebrity summits, and on immigration we hold dignity and border control together, insisting that assimilation and cultural preservation are part of the common good.
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A feast day, a friend, and a fight worth entering. We set the stage with Saint John Paul II, the Eucharist, and Our Lady of Fatima, then welcome John Preiss, a Catholic convert and director of the Fatima Family Apostolate, to share how a quiet hour before the Blessed Sacrament can upend a life, launch a mission, and heal a home. John’s story moves from Lutheran roots and cassette-tape apologetics to a providential friendship with Fr. Robert J. Fox, the beloved author and youth leader who formed generations through Fatima. A double “bell” moment in adoration confirmed John’s call to serve and eventually steward Fr. Fox’s legacy through a museum, a family-focused apostolate, and a renewed edition of a rich book on the Eucharist.
Together we trace the thread: why Jesus’ words “This is my body” demand a response; how adoration calms anxiety and clarifies decisions; and why the final battle over marriage and the family calls for fathers present at home, mothers rooted in hope, and children formed by truth.
If your heart feels restless, if your home feels thin, or if you’re searching for clarity in a loud world, this conversation offers a simple path: sit before Jesus, ask boldly, listen deeply, and act faithfully.
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What if the question “What do I still lack?” is the doorway to your real vocation? We follow that question from the Gospel of the rich young man into the very real struggles of modern life—noise, distraction, and the hunger to be seen—and then further into a surprising WWII encounter with Padre Pio that ignites a forgotten calling.
We share Act 7 of the Claymore Battle Plan, a simple, repeatable path for young men (and anyone who loves them) to live the Christian vocation to love as God loves.
You’ll also get a practical morning routine to anchor your day: kneel before the phone, echo Mary’s fiat, listen for God’s will, and treat every temptation as an invitation to pray. We talk candidly about concupiscence, mercy, confession, and the daily choice to see persons, not objects. Whether your path is marriage, consecrated life, or faithful work in the world, the foundation is the same: be filled by God, then give yourself away.
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Let’s be honest: the internet rewards outrage, not holiness. We wanted to cut through the noise and ask a harder question—what does it take to share the faith without losing your soul? With Bobby Frederickson (The Catholic Couple, Purposely Catholic), we dig into the quiet practices and gritty virtues that turn zeal into steady witness: daily silence, repentance when pride flares, and a home life that looks like love in action.
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What if the ache you feel isn’t your enemy but a compass that points you to true north? We take a clear-eyed look at desire, identity, and destiny through the lens of Scripture and John Paul II’s theology of the body, asking how eros can be lifted into real love without denying the body or the heart. Starting with our origin as image-bearers—male and female—we unpack why reason, freedom, and the call to self-gift are the core of human dignity, and how forgetting this origin twists desire into confusion.
Romans 1 doesn’t shame the body; it warns what happens when truth is suppressed and love loses its aim.
From there, we turn to the Bridegroom who doesn’t do sin management, but brings power. Blood and water from Christ’s side signal the birth of the Church, and the Eucharist becomes the key to understanding love: “This is my body, given for you.” Eros, like rocket fuel, needs a flight plan, and Christ charts it—toward protection, fidelity, and self-gift. We share a pastoral moment with a young man questioning his belonging and make it plain: your deepest identity is beloved child of God. Attractions don’t define you; grace refines you.
The resurrection reframes everything. Jesus’ answer to the Sadducees shows earthly marriage as a sacred sign that points beyond itself to communion with God, where desire finds its true home.
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Charles Fraune—author, teacher, and founder of Slaying Dragons Press—joins us to unpack what exorcists and former occultists are seeing now, and why ordinary believers need extraordinary clarity.
For young adults discerning marriage, fatherhood, or religious life, we offer a blunt but hopeful plan: pursue heroic virtue now, simplify your life, and let Mary lead you to her Son. If you’ve sensed that these are not ordinary times, you’re not alone—and you’re not powerless.
We talk about choosing patrons for the times: Padre Pio for perseverance and purity, St. Alphonsus Liguori for moral clarity, and Bartolo Longo, once a consecrated satanic priest, who staked his salvation on Our Lady’s promises and became a trumpet for the Rosary. We explore why demons fear Mary, how the Communion of Saints actually works, and what happens when you swap doom-scrolling and games for sacraments, Scripture, silence, and real friendship. The throughline is practical: close the portals (porn and gaming), curate your inputs, live the truth.
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A sword only matters if someone is willing to lift it. We gathered to name the real war for the modern male heart and to chart a path back to love that doesn’t flinch from truth. Not a lecture, a battle plan: see the enemy, recover your purpose, and protect what makes civilization possible—life and the family.
We start by cutting through the fog. The world isn’t neutral; it’s contested ground. We talk candidly about how hearts go numb, how vice becomes normal, and why broken desires spill into broken marriages, fractured families, and anxious kids. Drawing from John Paul II’s encyclicals and Theology of the Body, we anchor our stance in a robust vision of the human person—reason, intellect, and free will made in the image of God. Then we go to the source: Jesus’ words in Matthew 19, “from the beginning,” where male and female, one flesh, and indissoluble union define marriage’s truth. If the last great battle centers on marriage and family, then guarding them is not politics—it’s fidelity to God's Plan.
From there, we press into the heart-level fight. Lust doesn’t just distort behavior; it distorts vision. We contrast the culture’s scripts of objectification and spectacle with Christ’s healing gaze in the story of the woman caught in adultery: mercy that restores dignity and commands a new start. John Paul II’s insight guides us—concupiscence threatens but doesn’t erase the spousal meaning of the body.
Practical steps follow: morning prayer at the moment of temptation, a clear break with porn and the lies it teaches, and accessible study with Theology of the Body to retrain desire toward self-gift. None of this is about sin management. It’s about transformation, learning to love as God loves, and becoming men who can be trusted with vows and with the vulnerable.
We close by inviting you into brotherhood. Claymore isn’t just ideas; it’s formation, accountability, and resources you can use today—downloadable battle plans, discussion prompts, and a growing community that stands shoulder to shoulder. Maybe we can shift the culture over time; certainly we can rescue the people right next to us.
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Start with an unsettling premise: if law becomes optional and truth becomes personal, justice becomes impossible. That’s the thread we follow with veteran crime investigator Thomas Hampson, who connects the unrest of the 60s–70s to today’s culture wars and explains why this moment feels more chaotic—and more consequential. We move from historical context to the present day: immigration laws that exist but go unenforced, ICE agents smeared as “Gestapo,” and school unions celebrating violent revolutionaries. Along the way we draw a crucial line between doing wrong for gain and choosing harm to erase the good, and why that distinction explains so much of the confusion flooding our institutions.
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Candy might fuel the night, but what if Halloween could fuel a child’s hope? We sat down with bestselling author Anthony DeStefano to reframe the season through "All Hallows Eve"—the vigil of All Saints Day—and rediscover why praying for the dead, telling honest stories, and bathing kids’ imaginations in beauty can turn a “spooky” evening into a path toward joy. Anthony traces the roots of his clear, evocative style back to Pulitzer Prize winner Frank McCourt, then shows how that simplicity serves big ideas: purgatory as final cleansing, mercy that’s stronger than sin, and stories that thrill without glamorizing evil.
If you’ve ever wondered how to explain purgatory to a child, how to hold justice and mercy together, or how to reclaim Halloween without losing the fun, this conversation offers a practical, hopeful path. Come for the story; stay for the formation. And if it moves you, share the episode with a friend, subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, and leave a review—your feedback helps more families find a better way to celebrate All Hallows Eve.
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The ground is shifting—and not just in the news cycle. We’re watching weak foundations give way in the Church, the culture, and our own heart.
Today Jack shares the vision of Claymore, inspired by John Paul II's map of the route back to bedrock: restore the heart, reclaim marriage and family, and renew society from the inside out. That’s the Claymore battle plan, and today we anchor it in Act Four: In the Beginning: awe, wonder, and a Cosmic explosion of Love.
We start with the stark choice between two cities—the city of man, full of PRIDE and cooperating with evil , and the city of God that humbly receives truth from the Creator. From there, we confront how fear, power, and confusion have warped our response to crisis, from shutdowns to social unrest. Then we pivot to the beginning. Jesus points us to Genesis in Matthew 19 for a reason: before sin, male and female were created to image Trinitarian love. John Paul II’s theology of the body gives us language for what our lives already feel in our bones: your body makes the visible the invisible; its spousal meaning is the call to become a gift—Free, total, faithful, and fruitful.
That vision has teeth. We name the lie that the opposite of love is not hate, its lust or grasping; it’s use. Porn shrinks the person. Hookup culture counterfeits freedom. Gender ideology splits identity from the body. The answer isn’t outrage; it’s awe—cultivated through prayer, the sacraments, brotherhood in Christ, and daily choices that train our desires in virtue... toward truth, goodness, and beauty.
We share concrete practices to live the truth right now, whether you’re single, dating, married, or discerning a consecrated vocation. Expect the church to look smaller, but purer. Expect mission to look local, but lasting. And expect joy when your life begins to sound like this: “This is my body, given for you.”
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A Claymore Sword on the wall, sweat from a hard ride, and a straight look at the battlefield we all feel but rarely name. Jack traces a line from John Paul II’s “final confrontation” warning to today’s cultural flashpoints and ask what it really means to fight for the dignity of the human person and the covenant of man and woman without losing our charity—or our nerve. Along the way, we wrestle with scandal inside the Church, why “dialogue” without truth becomes doublespeak, and how honoring those who legislate against life confuses the faithful and emboldens a counterfeit moral vision.
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Ready for a battle plan to navigate today's spiritual warfare? This episode unveils Claymore, a discipleship program rooted in St. John Paul II's teachings that equips men, especially young men, to understand their identity and purpose in a confused world.
Jack shares exciting developments for the Claymore apostolate, including an upcoming dedicated platform and handbook divided into 52 weekly "acts" that systematically build spiritual formation and brotherhood. This isn't just another program—it's a roadmap for answering life's fundamental questions: Who am I? What's my purpose? Why are we created male and female? How do I find authentic love?
At the heart of Claymore lies the recognition that we're in a spiritual battle fought primarily on the battlefield of the human heart. The episode reviews the Claymore Battle Plan, which addresses Satan's three-pronged attack on individuals, families, and culture. You'll discover practical spiritual disciplines like the "morning solution"—beginning each day in prayer before technology—and learn how temptations can become invitations to deeper spiritual connection.
Drawing on Scripture and John Paul II's teachings, Jack explains how our daily choices shape who we become through "self-determination." We don't merely receive formation passively; we co-create ourselves with God's grace through our actions. This understanding cuts through today's moral relativism and offers clarity in confusing times.
Whether you're a young man searching for meaning or someone who cares about the next generation, this episode provides both inspiration and practical steps for reclaiming truth and building a culture of life. Join the Claymore journey and discover your role in God's larger story—because the future of our culture depends on warriors with the courage to stand for truth.
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The innocence of our children is under systematic attack. This eye-opening conversation exposes how predators operate in schools and beyond, manipulating young minds and normalizing harmful behaviors that lead to lifelong damage.
Crime investigator Thomas Hampson shares disturbing patterns he's witnessed throughout his career tracking child predators. The explosion of teacher-student sexual exploitation cases reflects a deeper cultural crisis where children are increasingly sexualized by educational materials, social media, and popular entertainment.
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The paradox is striking—in our modern culture, authentic love has become the greatest sin. When Charlie Kirk stood for the defense of life, marriage, and family, he faced not reasoned disagreement but hatred so intense it ultimately led to his martyrdom. What does this reveal about our cultural moment?
In this episode Jack delves into the spiritual battle underlying our cultural conflicts. Exploring how young people disconnected from their spiritual nature become vulnerable to ideologies that promise freedom but deliver enslavement. He shares a poignant story about a college student who argued that abortion was necessary because having a baby would prevent her from finishing her education—revealing how our culture has reduced love to feelings, sex to pleasure, and children as obstacles.
Drawing from Scripture and Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body, we examine how our physical reality points to something greater—an eternal exchange of love that exists in the Trinity. Our bodies are designed to make visible this invisible divine reality, yet our culture has obscured this truth. The battle begins in the human heart, where we must choose between authentic love and the counterfeit versions offered by secular ideologies.
The real enemy isn't people with different viewpoints—it's the spiritual forces that corrupt hearts and minds. By cultivating our own spiritual lives through prayer, Scripture reading, and sacraments, we become equipped to stand firm in love even when facing opposition. This is what Charlie understood, and what we're all called to embody.
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Have you ever observed people walking down a street completely absorbed in their phones, disconnected from one another and their surroundings? Jack and Deacon Greg Farrell describe this modern phenomenon as a "zombie apocalypse" – bodies moving through space without authentic spiritual life. This haunting image perfectly captures the crisis facing many today, especially young people struggling with unprecedented levels of anxiety and depression.
The Claymore discipleship program offers a powerful antidote to this spiritual disconnection. Developed by the John Paul II Renewal Center, this battle plan guides men through Scripture reading, prayer, and fellowship with others on the same journey. At its heart lies the practice of Lectio Divina – a contemplative reading of Scripture that allows God's word to penetrate deeply into one's heart.
Deacon Greg shares a profound reframing of Jesus's words about "the gates of the netherworld" from Matthew 16. Rather than seeing the Church as merely defending against attacks, we should understand that gates don't attack—they imprison. Our mission as disciples is to storm these gates and free those trapped behind them. These gates represent the many ways we imprison ourselves through addiction to technology, pride, anger, fear, and the fundamental lie that we don't need God.
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Bishop Athanasius Schneider delivers a powerful message of hope and clarity for Catholics navigating the complexities of modern faith. Drawing from his deep knowledge of Church history and tradition, he illuminates the unbroken chain of teaching that connects today's believers directly to the apostles through the early Church Fathers.
"There is only one truth," Bishop Schneider declares with conviction, explaining that what makes Catholic faith distinct is its remarkable continuity across the centuries. He illustrates this through the example of St. Irenaeus, a second-century bishop who could trace his spiritual lineage directly to the Apostle John. This living connection between the apostolic age and our own time offers profound reassurance that authentic Catholic teaching remains unchanged despite cultural shifts and contemporary confusion.
For those troubled by apparent contradictions or ambiguities they encounter in today's Church, Bishop Schneider offers practical wisdom: "When we are confused, please read the old catechisms. There is the crystal clear Catholic faith." Also, the Early Church Fathers, including St. Ignatius of Antioch's seven letters, St. Augustine's Confessions, and works by St. Justin Martyr and St. Basil on the Holy Spirit.
The conversation explores Bishop Schneider's book "Matins with the Fathers," which provides commentary from Church Fathers on daily Scripture readings.
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The murder of Charlie Kirk and Ukrainian immigrant Iryna Zarutska reveals the fierce spiritual battle raging beneath today's headlines. Young people especially feel this tension as anxiety—a cognitive dissonance between what their hearts know to be true and the lies bombarding them from culture.
The Claymore apostolate, named after the Scottish broadsword, equips young men with a blueprint for navigating this spiritual war.
Knowledge becomes medicine to alleviate fear and confusion when we understand what's happening around us. Drawing from John Paul II's teachings, this three-step blueprint begins with developing friendship with Jesus Christ through daily practices like "knees before phone"—praying before engaging with technology each morning. By viewing temptation as an invitation to prayer rather than an occasion of sin, young men learn to transform struggles into opportunities for growth.
Scripture reveals two paths: the wide gate leading to destruction and the narrow gate leading to life. Society follows what might be called an 80-20 rule: 20% actively follow Christ, 20% actively work against human flourishing, while 60% remain lukewarm. This apathetic majority has allowed cultural deterioration by refusing to stand for truth.
Charlie Kirk exemplified speaking truth in love before his life was tragically cut short at 31. His legacy reminds us that authentic discipleship carries costs but also transforms culture. Through weekly podcasts, Substack articles, and community building, Claymore forms young men who, like Charlie, can become witnesses to hope in a world desperate for meaning.
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What happens when the three necessary societies, the foundational pillars for human flourishing, crumble simultaneously? Jack and Veronica Burchard, Chief Operating Officer of Sophia Institute, explores how Pope Leo XIII's groundbreaking encyclical Rerum Novarum offers extraordinary wisdom for our modern cultural crisis.
Burchard shares what motivated her to create "A Pocket Guide to Rerum Novarum," making this essential Catholic social teaching more accessible to today's readers. Together, they unpack how Leo XIII's prophetic vision of the three necessary societies—Marriage and the Family, Christ and the Church, and Polity-Civil Society—creates a framework for understanding human dignity and societal flourishing.
The discussion reveals surprising relevance for today's young adults struggling under financial burdens that delay family formation and Leo XIII's teaching that "the family predates the state" and that private property rights flow from our responsibility to care for our families, and discover a liberating alternative to both socialist promises and unchecked capitalism.
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Reverence feels like a relic from another time, yet its absence leaves us spiritually and relationally impoverished. Greg Schlueter, author and family movement leader, joins Jack to explore why reverence matters in an age that devalues in human life itself.
The conversation takes us deep into the transformative power of reverence – not as empty ritual, but as the gateway to authentic relationship. "Our bodies, in fact our bodies alone, make visible the invisible, the spiritual and the divine," drawing from Saint John Paul II's profound theology of the body.
When we genuflect, bow our heads, or dress respectfully for sacred spaces, we're not merely performing – we're allowing our physical selves to express spiritual realities.
This crisis of reverence extends far beyond church walls. Our casual approach to commitments – showing up late, dismissing obligations, treating our word as provisional – reflects a deeper spiritual problem. "The enemy strikes at the heart of this by saying commitment is not sacred, it's dismissible," Greg explains. When everyday promises become optional, authentic community crumbles.
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Grayson Quay is with Jack to discuss the implications of transhumanism and AI on modern manhood, freedom, and the pursuit of happiness. They explore the philosophical underpinnings of transhumanism, the ethical dilemmas posed by technology, and the importance of authentic love and relationships in a rapidly changing world. Quay emphasizes the need to hold on to our humanity amidst the allure of technological advancements that promise immortality and fulfillment outside of God.
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Shocking parallels between today's educational landscape and the "45 Goals of Communism" entered into Congressional Records decades ago. Several goals explicitly target education: "Get control of schools. Use them as transmission belts for socialism and current communist propaganda. Soften the curriculum. Get control of teachers' unions. Put the party line in textbooks." Looking at American education today, these strategies appear to be unfolding with frightening precision.
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A recent Supreme Court ruling in Mahmoud versus Taylor offers hope, affirming parents' rights to opt their children out of instruction that contradicts their religious beliefs. However, implementation depends greatly on who controls the Department of Justice, as the previous administration actively worked against parental rights, even directing the FBI to investigate parents who spoke at school board meetings.
Join the growing movement of parents and citizens reclaiming education for academic excellence and age-appropriate content that respects family values and parental authority.
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What happens when our deepest desires for connection and love become twisted by a pornographic culture? Father Thomas Morrow joins us to explore how we can reclaim authentic sexuality in a world that has reduced it to mere pleasure-seeking.
Father Morrow, author of "Achieving Chastity in an Unchaste World," shares powerful insights about transforming our hearts rather than merely suppressing desires. Drawing from his decades of pastoral experience, he offers practical wisdom for those struggling with pornography addiction—including the story of a man who overcame a 20-year daily habit through prayer and intentional heart conversion.
The conversation delves into Pope John Paul II's profound teachings on human love, explaining how we can move beyond mere attraction and desire toward authentic goodwill and self-gift. When temptation strikes, Father Morrow suggests simple but effective practices: repeating "Jesus" in your heart, redirecting thoughts, and transforming attraction into gratitude by mentally thanking God for the beauty He created.
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Prayer emerges as the essential foundation for chastity. As Father Morrow explains, "Those who pray are saved, those who don't pray are damned"—not as a threat, but as a simple truth about relationship. Even when prayer feels boring (as it did for St. Teresa of Avila), perseverance leads to transformation. The Divine Mercy devotion offers particular strength, with Jesus's promise that those who venerate the image will not perish.
For anyone struggling with sexual temptation, Father Morrow leaves us with this comforting truth: "The difference between a saint and a sinner is that a saint is a sinner who never stopped trying." No matter how many times we fall, God's mercy awaits our return—inviting us to a love infinitely more fulfilling than anything this world can offer.
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What happens when money and power collide with justice? Crime investigator Thomas Hampson takes us deep into the troubling world of Jeffrey Epstein's case, revealing the stark double standards in our legal system.
The conversation exposes a stunning contrast: Keith Ranieri received a 120-year sentence and RICO charges for his cult involving 21 victims, while Epstein faced minimal charges despite evidence of over 1,000 victims across multiple countries. This glaring disparity raises profound questions about who our justice system truly serves.
Hampson reveals how JPMorgan Chase handled over a billion dollars in transactions linked to suspected human trafficking from Epstein, with evidence suggesting reports were deliberately suppressed. When powerful figures like Bill Barr have connections to cases they oversee, how can we trust the system to deliver equal justice?
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Former Border Patrol Deputy Agent JJ Carroll pulls back the curtain on America's darkest secret: government-facilitated child trafficking at our border. With 24 years of frontline experience, Carroll delivers a harrowing account of how our federal agencies became active participants in the largest child sex trafficking operation in modern history.
The numbers are staggering and the implications horrifying. Upwards of 550,000 unaccompanied children crossed our border under the Biden administration—and all were subsequently lost in the system. Carroll explains how critical safeguards like DNA testing and background checks for sponsors were deliberately removed, creating a pipeline that delivered vulnerable children directly into the hands of traffickers and predators.
What makes this crisis particularly disturbing is the complicity of trusted institutions. Religious organizations including Catholic Charities received billions in federal funding to transport migrants from the border into America's interior with minimal oversight. Meanwhile, Congressional leaders show shocking indifference when presented with evidence of trafficking, suggesting deeper corruption than most Americans are willing to acknowledge.
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Reflect on Personal Integrity and Moral Courage: America's status as the world's leading consumer of child pornography contributes to the broader crisis of child sex trafficking, warning that young men addicted to porn risk losing their hearts and the country itself. Drawing from John Paul II's Theology of the Body, which emphasizes the sacred dignity of the human person and warns against reducing others to objects of use, how can young men examine their own habits—such as exposure to pornography—and cultivate the courage to reject it, thereby standing against the exploitation of children? (Reference: John Paul II, Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body, Audience 24-29 on lust and objectification.)
Protecting the Innocent as a Faith Imperative: JJ describes horrific abuses in trafficking, including children being "raped to death" for profit. Connect this to a profound spiritual decay in society. In Matthew 18:6, Jesus warns that it would be better to have a millstone tied around one's neck than to cause a little one to stumble. How might men discern their role in confronting institutional complicity—such as in religious organizations or government policies—and take concrete steps to protect children's innocence in their communities?
From Awareness to Action in a Window of Opportunity: With the election of Donald Trump we have a "narrow window" to address the crisis. Christian men, there is an urgency to rebuild a society that values innocence. Consider Proverbs 31:8-9: "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute." As young men sensing "something's wrong" in culture, how can you move beyond voting or passive awareness to bold, faith-driven actions against child sex trafficking and pornography, such as volunteering with anti-trafficking groups or educating peers?
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Jason Jones' life reads like an unlikely hero's journey - from teenage soldier who lost his child to abortion, to pro-life activist, award-winning filmmaker, and humanitarian aid worker in the world's most dangerous conflict zones. In this riveting conversation, Jones reveals how personal tragedy became the catalyst for a lifelong mission to defend human dignity wherever it's threatened.
The "heart" of Jones' work emerges through his collaboration with Justin Bieber's mother, Patty Mallette, on the film "Crescendo." Their partnership raised $6 million for pregnancy centers across North America. Mallette's own story mirrors the film's message; at 16, both her life and Justin's were saved by a pregnancy center. This full-circle moment exemplifies how Jones connects personal stories to larger humanitarian causes.
What truly sets Jones apart is his consistent application of pro-life principles beyond abortion. As president of the Human Rights Education and Relief Organization (HERO), he delivers aid to Gaza, Afghanistan, Ukraine, and other conflict zones. His first-hand accounts from these regions challenge listeners to look beyond political narratives and see the humanity in every situation. When describing his work in Gaza, Jones shares how his team provides food and water to Christians who then share with their Muslim neighbors - a powerful testament to compassion transcending religious boundaries.
The conversation takes an unexpected turn when Jones expresses concern about artificial intelligence threatening young people's creativity and connection. Drawing parallels to Pope Leo XIII's response to the industrial revolution, he suggests Pope Leo XIV may address the challenges of Transhumanism and AI to human flourishing.
His message is clear: seeing the person, not just the political conflict, is the first step toward creating a more just and compassionate world.
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The human heart is the first battlefield in the war between love and lust. As we navigate a culture that normalizes sin and distorts our capacity for authentic connection, Jesus offers us more than rules—He offers transformation.
This episode explores the Claymore Battle Plan, a three-step approach to spiritual warfare focused on restoring the individual heart, rebuilding marriage and family, and reclaiming culture for Christ. Satan, lacking creative power, can only attack what God created good—especially humanity made in God's image. This explains why today's most devastating cultural assaults target the unborn child and the institution of marriage.
The path forward requires reconnecting to divine love and allowing Christ to heal our hearts. Our conscience forms the interior treasure that guides us toward eternity, shaping not just our own destiny but the moral landscape for generations to come.
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The box had been gathering dust under the bed for years. Inside were the remnants of a journey to Russia that forever changed Jamie McAleer's family. "I never thought I'd go to Russia," she recalls, having grown up during the Cold War when the Soviet Union was considered the enemy. Yet God had other plans that would take her across the world to find her son.
Listen to this moving conversation that will challenge you to recognize God's hand in your own life story and consider how sharing your journey might inspire generations to come.
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A dark web of money, power, and government complicity surrounds the Jeffrey Epstein case – arguably the largest child sex trafficking operation ever uncovered. Crime investigator Tom Hampson takes us beyond the headlines to expose how this predator operated with impunity for decades.
Epstein's journey from financial mastermind to sex trafficker reveals a troubling pattern. Initially valued for his ability to create shell corporations for arms dealers and billionaires, Epstein leveraged these connections to build an operation that processed $1.5 billion in transactions related to human trafficking – with major banks blocking suspicious activity reports from government review.
The podcast explores disturbing historical precedents like the CIA's "Operation Midnight Climax," where intelligence agencies hired prostitutes to drug and film unwitting men in sexual encounters. This context helps explain how government agencies became entangled with Epstein's network, with former Secret Service agent Dan Bongino stating after his investigation: "I'll never be the same after learning what I've learned."
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What if your body was designed to tell a cosmic love story? In this profound exploration of human sexuality, Jack unveils how our creation as male and female reflects something far deeper than biology—it mirrors the very nature of God's Trinitarian love.
The episode introduces the Claymore Battle Plan, a revolutionary framework helping men navigate today's confusing cultural landscape. Rather than offering superficial solutions, this approach digs into three fundamental realities: the human heart's deepest longings, the irreplaceable role of marriage and family, and our essential connection to Christ and the Church. These aren't arbitrary religious concepts but the very foundation of human flourishing.
Drawing from Pope John Paul II's theology of the body, Jack explains how our physical design reveals profound spiritual truth. "The body, and it alone, is capable of making visible what is invisible—the spiritual and divine," he quotes. This understanding transforms everything about how we see ourselves and our relationships. When husband and wife unite and bring forth children, they participate in a "tiny created reflection of Trinitarian love"—where two become one and create a third.
The breakdown we see in society—from inner-city violence to the emptiness of modern political leadership—stems directly from losing this foundational understanding. Without recognizing the sacramental nature of our bodies and relationships, we're left with a culture that uses people and loves things instead of the reverse.
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Discussion Questions with Scripture and Catechism References
· How does the creation of humanity as male and female reflect the Trinitarian love of God, and what does this reveal about the purpose of our bodies?
Reference: Genesis 1:26–28; Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) 355–357: “God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him, male and female he created them… Being in the image of God, the human individual possesses the dignity of a person, who is not just something, but someone.”
· Jesus points to “the beginning” to explain God’s design for marriage (Matthew 19:3–8). How can returning to God’s original plan for humanity help us navigate moral and sexual confusion in the modern world?
Reference: Matthew 19:3–8; CCC 1603–1605: “The intimate community of life and love which constitutes the married state has been established by the Creator and endowed by him with its own proper laws… God himself is the author of marriage.”
· John Paul II describes the body as having a “spousal meaning” that expresses love and self-gift. How can understanding this truth shape the way we view sexuality and relationships?
Reference: Genesis 2:24–25; CCC 2331–2336: “Sexuality, by means of which man and woman give themselves to one another through the acts which are proper and exclusive to spouses… is ordered to the conjugal love of man and woman.”
· The chapter describes marriage as a “primordial sacrament” that reflects God’s Trinitarian life and love, ‘from the beginning’. How can married couples live out this sacramental calling in their daily lives, and what impact might this have on their families and communities?
Reference: Ephesians 5:25–32; CCC 1613–1617: “By its very nature [marriage] is ordered to the good of the couple, as well
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A profound midnight Mass experience transformed Bobby Fredericksen from a corporate party-goer to a purpose-driven Catholic father and podcaster. His conversion story reveals how encountering Christ's peace in the Eucharist altered the trajectory of his life.
"When you're in this desert, it's pretty lonely," he shares, describing how he gradually built Catholic friendships through men's groups, podcasts, and parish activities. His approach to "normalizing Catholicism" resonates particularly with men seeking authentic faith without becoming "weird" or disconnected from their identity.
Whether you're a convert seeking community, a parent wanting to strengthen your family's Catholic identity, or someone looking to integrate faith more seamlessly into daily life, Bobby's practical wisdom offers actionable insights for living "purposely Catholic" in today's world. Explore his podcasts—The Catholic Couple and Purposely Catholic—for more inspiration on normalizing and celebrating authentic Catholic living.
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Meet Rob Marco! He not only shares his own remarkable journey but introduces us to St. Philip Neri, a 16th-century saint, who combined profound holiness with infectious joy!
It's Philip's unique combination of deep prayer and playful humor that truly sets him apart. As Rob explains, "Philip needed to take himself less seriously. He needed his book of jokes, his book of medicine, to bring him back down to earth after these ecstasies."
Perhaps most remarkable about Saint Philip Neri was his extraordinary mystical experience at age 29. While praying for the gifts of the Holy Spirit, he had a vision of a globe of fire entering through his mouth and settling in his heart. This experience physically enlarged his heart to twice its normal size, even breaking several ribs. For the rest of his life, his heart would beat with such intensity that others could hear and feel it. This physical manifestation represented his overwhelming love for God and humanity.
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We explore Father Gabriele Amorth's book "God Most Powerful," which serves as a practical handbook for spiritual warfare. Rather than becoming obsessed with evil, Father Amorth encourages us to focus on strengthening our relationship with God through prayer, sacraments, and embracing truth. The best defense against darkness isn't fear but cultivating goodness and wonder in our daily lives.
The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we discuss how young people today are desperately seeking meaning in a culture that often reduces humans to mere biological accidents. As one psychiatrist observed, "Young men will crawl over broken glass to find meaning." This search becomes particularly challenging when our society distorts language and rejects fundamental realities about human nature. St. Edith Stein's profound wisdom offers guidance: "Speak the truth in love and love people in the truth. One without the other is a destructive lie."
Michael also reveals how developing relationships with saints provides spiritual allies in times of darkness. His simple prayer during the worst moments—"You're God, I'm not, please help"—offers immediate relief by acknowledging the divine relationship that sustains us.
Our guest Michael Lichens, author and editor with a passion for overlooked aspects of Christian history, walks us through this harrowing yet ultimately redemptive story.
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Discuss Ephesians 6:10-20. In it Saint Paul says, "For we are not contending against flesh and blood, but against the world rulers of this present darkness...
Discuss how this is seen in our culture today: Sister Lucia of Fatima wrote, "The last great battle between Our Lord and Satan will be fought over marriage and the family".
While listening to the podcast Consider and discuss: "Young people are searching for the truth and this is what Father Amorth brings out over and over and over again, the importance of staying in the truth and reality. Truth and reality. Where do you find the truth? What is real? How should I live my life right? What is my identity?"
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Jack and Thomas Hampson delve into the troubling case of Jeffrey Epstein, exploring its implications on child exploitation, deep state corruption, and the moral crisis in society. They discuss the importance of parental rights, the accountability of government and intelligence agencies, and the need for community involvement in addressing these issues. The conversation emphasizes the power of truth and love in combating the exploitation of innocence and the necessity for individuals to take action in their communities.
As Hampson quotes, "Not to act is to act, not to speak is to speak." What will you do with the truth you now possess?
The conversation widens to connect child exploitation to broader moral issues, including recent Supreme Court decisions on parental rights and the growing movement to protect children from inappropriate sexualization in schools. As both hosts emphasize, civilization's greatest threat comes not from external forces but internal moral corruption.
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What if your deepest desires—even the ones that sometimes feel overwhelming or confusing—weren't obstacles to overcome but rocket fuel for your spiritual journey? In this profound exploration of authentic masculinity, Jack and Mark Schmitt unpack how the Claymore Battle Plan helps men redirect their passions toward their divine purpose.
Drawing from Jack's childhood memories of adventure, battle, and beauty, we discover how these core masculine themes reflect our deepest spiritual longings. That magnetic pull toward beauty you've experienced? It's actually a divine spark designed to draw you out of yourself and into communion with God.
The conversation takes a practical turn as Jack and Mark address the daily battlefield of the human heart. Rather than repressing desires or indulging them, they offer a third way: opening our passions to God and allowing Him to transform them. When you notice beauty that stirs something in you—whether a person or anything that awakens longing—you can immediately redirect that spark toward gratitude and prayer.
This approach reveals an extraordinary truth: your temptations aren't roadblocks to sanctity but can set you on the very path itself.
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What happens when the government tells churches to close their doors? During the pandemic, attorney Jeffrey Trissell found himself at the center of an unprecedented legal battle for religious freedom that would take him to the Supreme Court three times in a single year.
The fight began when California implemented severe restrictions on religious gatherings while allowing "essential" businesses to operate with fewer limitations. As Trissell explains, the constitutional implications were profound: if hospitals remained open because they were "absolutely necessary," shouldn't worship—which believers consider essential to spiritual wellbeing—receive similar consideration?
What makes Trissell's account particularly compelling is his perspective on courage in the face of pressure. Drawing inspiration from St. Thomas More, he reflects on how standing firm in one's convictions often means facing opposition not just from expected adversaries, but sometimes from friends, family, and even religious leaders.
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The battle between love and lust rages in every human heart. In this powerful exploration of the Maria Goretti story, we uncover how what we consume shapes who we become – sometimes with devastating consequences.
Maria Goretti was just 11 years old when Alessandro Serenelli, a young man living and working with her family, attacked and murdered her after she refused his sexual advances. What drove this ordinary farm worker to such violence? The toxic media he consumed played a crucial role. Alessandro filled his mind with sensational novels about crime and lust, creating a dangerous inner landscape where "forbidden fruit no longer nourished him" and "self-abuse infuriated him."
Our guest Michael Lichens, author and editor with a passion for overlooked aspects of Christian history, walks us through this harrowing yet ultimately redemptive story.
As John Paul II observed, "The problem with pornography is not that it reveals too much, it reveals too little." It fails to reveal the person – the human heart that longs to be loved, not used. This insight resonates powerfully today as young people navigate a hypersexualized culture bombarding them with distorted messages about sexuality and human dignity.
The story takes an extraordinary turn when Alessandro experiences a vision of Maria while in prison.
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What epic tale have we fallen into, and what role are we meant to play? This question lies at the heart of our exploration of authentic masculinity and spiritual warfare in a chaotic world.
Drawing from the wisdom of St. John Paul II, Henry David Thoreau, and even Sam Gamgee from Lord of the Rings, we examine the profound crisis facing today's young people. In a culture where 50% of teen girls report persistent sadness and 30% have considered suicide, something has clearly gone terribly wrong. Yet within this darkness, we're witnessing young men awakening to the realization that they were created for something more.
The Claymore sword—the heavy, two-handed weapon made famous in Braveheart—represents our approach to spiritual combat. Unlike the emasculated vision of manhood promoted by our culture, we recognize that authentic masculinity requires courage, strength, and a willingness to fight for what matters. But as St. John Paul II taught, the first battle must be fought on the battlefield of our own hearts—between love and lust, between selfishness and self-giving.
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Discussion questions:
- What are some moments in your life when you felt a deep longing for truth, meaning, or purpose? How did you respond to that desire?
“You will seek me and find me; when you seek me with all your heart, I will be found by you, says the Lord.”—Jeremiah 29:13–14
- Sam Gamgee asks, “I wonder what sort of tale we’ve fallen into?”—do you feel like your life is part of a larger story? If so, who is writing it, and what role might you be playing?
“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.”—Ephesians 2:10
- In a world full of noise, opinions, and competing truths, where do you go—or where could you begin to go—to seek what is truly good, beautiful, and true? “
And you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”—John 8:32
- The chapter mentions the “line between good and evil running through every human heart.” Where in your own life do you feel that tension most, and what helps you stay grounded in the fight for the good?
“Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation; the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.”—Matthew 26:41
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The question haunts us all: Why do we suffer? And more importantly, does our suffering have meaning? In this profound conversation with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty—psychiatrist, author, and courageous voice during recent cultural upheavals—we explore the Christian understanding of suffering that offers liberation rather than mere explanation.
Join Jack Rigert and Dr. Aaron Kheriaty as they explore the profound themes of suffering, faith, and the significance of the cross in Christianity. They discuss how suffering is an inherent part of the human experience and how it can lead to deeper spiritual understanding and connection with Christ. Dr. Kheriaty emphasizes the importance of prayer, particularly the simple prayer "Doce me passionem Tuam"—teach me your suffering. This brief aspiration, when repeated throughout our days of struggle, shifts our focus from demanding explanations to entering more deeply into Christ's redemptive love.
The conversation also highlights the role of the Mass as a central aspect of Christian life, where believers can encounter the sacrifice of Christ and find healing and joy in their own suffering.
For anyone struggling with physical pain, psychological anguish, or spiritual questioning, this conversation offers not easy answers but something better—a way forward that acknowledges suffering's reality while discovering its redemptive potential. Visit passionemtuam.org to learn more about this powerful prayer and access Dr. Kheriaty's full series on suffering's meaning.
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What if the money system itself is designed to work against your values? Eric Sammons, editor-in-chief of Crisis Magazine and author of "Moral Money: The Case for Bitcoin," makes a compelling case that our current monetary system is fundamentally immoral.
Government-issued currencies like the US dollar can be created at will, funding unpopular wars and expensive programs while devaluing the money citizens hold. This forces people into increasingly risky investments just to maintain their savings against inflation's constant erosion.
For young people today, perhaps hoping to get married some day and start families, this creates what Sammons calls "financial nihilism" - a sense that long-term planning is pointless when the system is stacked against them.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just concerned about the moral implications of our financial system, this conversation challenges conventional thinking about money. Discover why Sammons believes Bitcoin might be the most moral form of money ever created.
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What happens when you start defining yourself by your struggles rather than by your God-given identity? Deacon Gerald Marie Anthony tackles this profound question in a conversation that strikes at the heart of what it means to be authentically human in our confused modern world.
The conversation delves deep into what Pope Pius X called "the synthesis of all heresies"—modernism—which teaches us we don't need God to progress. This mindset manifests when we put our ultimate trust in money, work, technology, or social acceptance rather than in our Creator.
Through St. Faustina and the Divine Mercy devotion, we discover the antidote to modernism's emptiness. Whether you're battling pornography addiction, wrestling with unwanted attractions, or simply feeling lost in today's confusing cultural landscape, by placing our trust in Jesus rather than in ourselves or worldly solutions, we can experience true transformation.
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Discussion Questions with Scripture references:
- How does defining ourselves by our struggles rather than our God-given identity as beloved children of God impact our spiritual life, and what does Scripture teach about our true identity in Christ?
Scripture Reference: John 1:12 – “But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God.”
Reflection: Consider how the cultural focus on struggles (e.g., addictions, societal pressures) can overshadow the truth of our identity as God’s beloved. How can embracing this identity help us overcome modern emptiness? - What are the dangers of modernism, as described by Deacon Anthony, which places trust in worldly things like money, technology, or social acceptance instead of God, and how does Scripture guide us to trust in God alone?
Scripture Reference: Matthew 6:24 – “No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.”
Reflection: Reflect on areas in your life where you might be tempted to trust in worldly solutions over God. How can Jesus’ teachings help you redirect your trust to Him? - Deacon Anthony highlights the Divine Mercy devotion and practical steps like confession and prudent choices to break free from brokenness. How does Scripture encourage us to embrace God’s mercy and make choices that align with His will?
Scripture Reference: 1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
Reflection: How can the practice of confession and intentional decision-making help you let go of faults and live out your God-given purpose? What steps can you take to avoid “lukewarm” faith?
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St. Hildegard of Bingen—one of only four women Doctors of the Church—and her revolutionary approach to healing that seamlessly unites body and soul.
Leila Lawler joins Jack to discuss St. Hildegard's comprehensive system of natural medicine. Unlike today's healthcare model that treats the body as a flawed machine needing constant pharmaceutical intervention, Hildegard recognized our inherent capacity for self-healing when properly supported through God's natural design.
As trust in institutional medicine wavers, many are rediscovering what Hildegard knew centuries ago: that herbs, proper nutrition, rest, and spiritual balance work together to maintain health.
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The nobility of knighthood isn't about suppressing masculine power—it's about channeling it properly. Matthew McKenna, PhD candidate in theology at Ave Maria University, returns to explore how chivalry offers the antidote to both toxic masculinity and passionless mediocrity.
The conversation begins with a profound observation: fiction shapes us as much as non-fiction. The stories we consume—whether through literature, film, or other media—profoundly influence our worldview and aspirations. This makes the recovery of timeless narratives from authors like Tolkien, Chesterton, and Lewis essential for developing a coherent moral vision.
McKenna, expectant father to his first child, shares his concerns about raising children in today's cultural landscape. With pornography exposure happening at increasingly younger ages and children's entertainment becoming progressively more toxic, parents face unprecedented challenges in forming their children's moral imagination. This reality makes understanding the philosophical foundations of our culture wars more important than ever.
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Discussion questions:
- How do the stories and media we consume shape our worldview and aspirations, and what steps can we take to ensure we engage with narratives that promote virtue and truth?
Scripture Ref: Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” - How does the imagery of a knight’s armor in this passage reflect the call to rise above our natural state through discipline and purpose?
Scripture Ref: Ephesians 6:13-17 – “Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm… having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.” - The importance of combining moral virtue with practical skills. How can young men today develop both a strong philosophical foundation and the capabilities needed to address cultural challenges effectively?
Scripture Ref: 2 Timothy 2:15 – “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.” - How does the philosophical error of existentialism, as discussed by Matthew, contribute to cultural issues like transgender ideology, and what can we learn from traditional philosophical and theological perspectives to counter these errors?
Scripture Ref: Genesis 1:27 – “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.”
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Padre Pio: The Saint with a Special Love for Americans
When we think of Padre Pio, most Catholics immediately picture his stigmata – the visible wounds of Christ that marked his hands, feet, and side. But after speaking with Mary O'Regan, author of the newly released "Padre Pio and You: The Epic Story of Spiritual Fatherhood," I discovered there's a far deeper dimension to this beloved saint's suffering that few have ever heard about: the mystical sword that pierced his insides.
Mary, an Irish writer who now lives in Los Angeles, spent seven years researching and writing about Padre Pio. What makes her perspective unique is that Padre Pio appeared to her twice in her teenage years – first when she was 14, watching what she describes as "a pornographic horror movie," and again when she was 17. These supernatural encounters set her on a path to understand the man who looked at her with penetrating eyes and said, "I am waiting for you."
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Ever feel like you're giving your all to work, relationships, and personal goals, but treating your spiritual life like an afterthought? Michael Pacer joins Jack to explore the disconnect that's leaving so many men unfulfilled and searching for something more.
Michael, president of 5 Stones and author of "Prayers for Catholic Men," brings his unique gift of making complex spiritual realities accessible to everyone. As a former trial attorney who specialized in breaking down complicated concepts for juries, he now applies that same clarity to the spiritual journey – particularly focusing on confession and the Mass as the "one-two punch" of authentic faith.
The conversation tackles a profound question: Why do we accept that every other area of life requires consistent effort – from weightlifting to career advancement – yet expect our souls to flourish without similar investment?
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Something extraordinary is happening in Catholic churches across America and Europe—pews that once sat half-empty are filling with young faces. This isn't a momentary blip but a genuine spiritual awakening among a generation raised in moral relativism who are now seeking objective truth.
When these seekers arrive, they bring questions. One of the most common: "Didn't the Bible say that Jesus had brothers and sisters?
Deacon Frank joins Jack. Click Here to read his articles in the Catholic Exchange
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What happens when a young Catholic man wonders if he might be gay after developing a deep friendship with another guy? This question opens the door to a profound exploration of identity, desire, and our ultimate purpose as human beings.
The cultural narrative tells us we are defined by our attractions and feelings—that they represent our immutable identity. But what if there's something deeper? What if our attractions, even when they feel confusing or overwhelming, are actually pointing us toward something greater?
Download the Claymore Battle Plan at jp2renewed.org and go to the resources link. Join a movement of young men reclaiming territory for Christ by fostering a culture of authentic love. Your journey begins not with a label, but with the profound truth that you are made for more than this world can offer.
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Take Action: This week, spend 15 minutes in Adoration or pray with Matthew 6:33, asking, “Jesus, who am I to You?” Journal your thoughts. Then, connect with a Claymore Disciple, friend, or priest, to share your journey—you’re stronger together.
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· How does being a beloved child of God shape your view of yourself?
· How can the Eucharist help you align your desires with God’s plan?
· Who can you lean on to live the Church’s teaching with courage and joy?
Scripture Referenced: Matt 22:23-33, Rev 19:7, Rev 21:5, Eph 5:25-32, Gal 3:28 and the Catechism of the Catholic Church 2357 and 2358
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Something extraordinary is happening in Catholic communities worldwide. Young people are flocking to churches, filling pews, and rediscovering ancient truths in surprising numbers.
What's drawing this digital generation back to tradition? The answer may lie in the example of Carlo Acutis, the "saint in sneakers" who died at just 15 but left an indelible mark on modern Catholicism. Mary Beth Bracy joins us to explore "God's Influencer," revealing how this computer-programming teenager combined deep Eucharistic devotion with thoroughly modern sensibilities.
Carlo stands as a compelling counter-witness to our culture's emptiness. Join us as we explore how God continues raising up saints perfectly suited for our age—and what Carlo's remarkable life means for all seeking deeper connection in our distracted world. His example reminds us that no matter your age or circumstances, the path to transformation begins with a simple decision to let God's love transform your ordinary life into something extraordinary.
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Young men are rising up and searching for the truth in a world that has consistently lied to them. Despite growing up in a toxic culture and relentlessly bombarded with digital distraction, they're discovering something profound: Scripture offers the authentic guidance, healing, and path they crave.
In this Episode Deacon Greg Ferrell joins Jack to explore how daily Scripture reading, using an ancient technique called Lectio Divina, can transform lives and rewire minds damaged by cultural toxicity.
The Claymore battle plan—a systematic approach to spiritual formation—places significant emphasis on spending 15-30 minutes daily with God's Word, particularly through Mass readings that connect Old and New Testaments into a cohesive narrative of salvation.
Their discussion reveals practical wisdom for approaching Scripture: finding quiet space away from distractions, calming your mind, and approaching texts with an open heart asking "What does God want to show me?"
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How does writing your thoughts down help solidify insights from scripture?
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Something unexpected is happening in France. In a nation known as one of the world's most atheistic countries, Catholic churches are suddenly filling up with young faces. This Easter alone, over 10,000 adults were baptized into the Catholic Church—a staggering 160% increase from just eight years ago. Most remarkably, 42% of these new Catholics are young adults between 18-25 years old.
Dr. Anne Hendershott, professor of sociology and director of the Veritas Center at Franciscan University, joins us to unpack this extraordinary Catholic renaissance and what it means for faith in America. Far from being a passing trend, this revival represents something profound: young hearts searching for meaning beyond what secular culture can provide.
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- How does the Catholic Church’s sacramental nature and vision of human dignity offer a countercultural response to the moral relativism and secularism that Gen Z is rejecting?
- Dr. Hendershott highlights the role of authentic Catholic education in shaping young people’s faith. What steps can you take to seek out or support educational environments that prioritize a Culture of Life over a Culture of Death?
- The episode notes that social media, while problematic, is also drawing young people to faith. How can you use technology intentionally to grow closer to Christ and foster a holy community?
- Reflecting on the revival in France and America, what is one practical way you can contribute to or support Gen Z’s rediscovery of Catholic truth in your own parish or community?
- How Is the normalization of pornography a significant issue for today's youth?
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What happens when we drop a 19th-century saint into our smartphone-saturated world? Kevin Wells, author of Coached by the Cure, Lessons in Shepherding with St. John Vianney joins Jack to explore this provocative question—and the answers might shake your perception of modern spirituality.
Wells begins with a startling comparison: the smartphones we casually place in our children's hands are functioning as "miniature Ouija boards," disconnecting them from authentic spiritual experience. "I don't care about the Ouija board, that's 1970s," Wells argues. "I care about the Ouija board—that millions upon millions of kids' carry in their pockets."
The conversation draws fascinating parallels between our current spiritual climate and post-Revolutionary France, where St. John Vianney arrived to find a spiritually dead farming community...and practical lessons for today!!
This episode offers both the challenge and the pathway forward. Share your thoughts and experiences with us, and consider how you might implement these timeless principles in your own family and community.
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The extraordinary story of a 13-year-old martyr provides a powerful lens through which we examine modern faith challenges. Writer and Catholic convert Avery Lane joins us to share the remarkable testimony of José Luis Sánchez del Río—"Joselito"—who was tortured and killed during Mexico's Cristero War for refusing to renounce his faith.
Avery's own journey from secular humanism to Catholicism frames our exploration of Joselito's story. We trace how this child became a flag bearer for Catholic resistance fighters when the Mexican government implemented anti-Catholic laws in the 1920s. During battle, Joselito demonstrated incredible selflessness by offering his horse to his general, sacrificing his own escape and leading to his capture by government forces.
What follows is an account of extraordinary courage. Joselito refused to deny Christ and his final words—"Viva Cristo Rey! Viva Santa Maria de Guadalupe!"—echo through history as a testament to unwavering faith.
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Something is stirring among young people today. They feel a growing unease—a sense they've been deceived but can't quite articulate what's wrong. This profound conversation with Mark Schmitt uncovers the root of our cultural malaise and offers a path toward authentic freedom.
We explore what happens when desires created good become twisted and distorted. Mark shares his personal journey from repression... to indulgence... to eventual freedom.
Highlighting the moment everything changed for him he said: "If God is love, and love is self-giving, then the opposite isn't hatred—it's selfishness." This realization transformed his understanding of happiness and purpose.
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- How can the distortion of our natural desires lead to cultural and personal confusion, and what does it mean to “untwist” those desires in pursuit of authentic freedom?
- Mark Schmidt suggests that the opposite of love is not hatred but selfishness—how does this insight reshape our understanding of sin, especially in the context of modern struggles like pornography and indulgence?
- What role does radical trust and community play in healing from cultural malaise and reclaiming a sense of purpose, according to the vision laid out by John Paul II and St. Thérèse?
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Something has gone terribly wrong with our culture, and young people know it. Across America, children are being subjected to dangerous transgender ideologies that defy biological reality and common sense.
We're witnessing an unprecedented assault on truth itself. In schools across Illinois, administrators force girls to change in front of biological males in locker rooms, citing reinterpreted Title IX regulations. Meanwhile, the same education system utterly fails at its basic purpose - 80 schools in Illinois have zero students proficient in math, and 24 schools have no children reading at grade level. This isn't accidental failure but deliberate indoctrination.
The medical establishment has become complicit in this harm. Dr. Eitan Haim risked his career and freedom as a whistleblower...Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, now director of the NIH, confirms what many already knew - there's "very weak evidence" supporting gender interventions, and claims these procedures prevent suicide are false.
What makes this cultural madness so dangerous is its attack on reality itself. As Jordan Peterson observed, "If you swallow this camel—that a man can be a woman just by thinking it—there's nothing else you can't swallow."
Yet there's hope. Young people, especially young men, sense something is deeply wrong. They're seeking answers and increasingly rejecting toxic ideologies.
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Dr. Stacey Trasancos never planned to write a book about IVF, but with President Trump promising to expand access to IVF, she felt compelled to explain why artificial reproduction conflicts with Christian teaching on human dignity and procreation.
The heart of the issue lies in what Trasancos calls the principle of inseparability—anything that divorces "lovemaking" from "life-giving" violates God's design for human reproduction. While contraception suppresses the life-giving aspect, IVF eliminates the lovemaking component. This separation isn't merely theological abstraction but has profound implications for how we understand human relationships and dignity.
Most jarring is the revelation that between one and four million embryonic children are currently frozen in cryogenic storage in the United States alone. These living human beings exist in a state of suspended development, creating ethical dilemmas about their fate.
Ready to understand the deeper implications of reproductive technology? Listen now and discover why the technological ability to create life doesn't automatically grant us the moral authority to do so.
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The human heart has an extraordinary capacity for resilience. Even in our current era—where young men grow up bombarded by toxic influences that rob their innocence and shatter their moral imagination—something remarkable is happening. They're awakening to the sacred.
Mike Pacer, president of Five Stones and author of "Prayers for Catholic Men," joins Jack to explore how prayer is transforming young men's lives against all cultural odds. Pacer shares his own journey of faith—leaving behind a successful career as a trial attorney when God simply said "leave"—and how surrendering to divine guidance led him to a more authentic life.
The conversation centers around three foundational spiritual practices for men: beginning each day on your knees in surrender to God, viewing temptation as an invitation to prayer rather than a cause for shame, and committing to love the next person you encounter. These simple yet powerful habits create a framework for spiritual growth amid today's distractions.
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The battle for religious freedom has reached new heights in Australia as New South Wales enacts legislation making it illegal to pray with someone about their sexuality—even if they explicitly request such prayer. Kurt Mahlburg, Australian writer and senior editor at The Daily Declaration, brings urgent clarity to this troubling development and its implications for believers worldwide.
What sounds like dystopian fiction is now reality: Christians face potential criminal charges for practicing fundamental aspects of their faith.
Yet amid this encroachment on religious liberty, something unexpected is happening. Young people across Western nations are rejecting progressive ideologies and returning to traditional values. Having witnessed the cultural chaos resulting from removing God from public life, many in Gen Z are seeking stability in time-tested principles. As Mahlburg notes, "Church attendance and belief in the Bible have essentially spiked in the younger generation" in both America and Britain.
This generational shift suggests hope for cultural renewal through two pathways: spiritual revival in the traditional sense, and a grassroots return to conservative values among youth. Initiatives like the "Open Windows Letter" (where pastors pledge to defy unjust laws) and the "Australian Creed for Sexual Integrity" (uniting Christians across denominations) demonstrate that resistance is not only possible, but growing.
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Author Jim Valois takes us on a journey through the dangerous waters of modernism – not the technological or cultural kind, but the theological heresy that threatens to undermine Catholic teaching at its core.
For young people seeking solid ground in a world of shifting values, this confusion can be particularly devastating.
The conversation opens with Jim's personal story of reverting to Catholicism after years in evangelicalism. His experience illuminates how poor teaching and modernist influences can drive faithful Catholics away from the Church, only to have them return when they encounter the fullness of truth preserved in authentic Catholic tradition.
Pope St. Pius X recognized this danger over a century ago, calling modernism "the synthesis of all heresies" and implementing reforms to combat its spread.
"Truth is not a something, truth is a somebody – Jesus Christ." By returning to Scripture, the Catechism, and the Church's living tradition, believers can find their way through the fog of modernism to the clarity and peace that only unchanging truth can provide.
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Marriage as a divine sacrament is radically misunderstood in our secular age. While many see it merely as a social contract or romantic bond, its true nature runs infinitely deeper – it's a visible sign that reveals God's invisible mystery of Trinitarian love.
Young people today are increasingly abandoning marriage altogether, finding it easier to "just forget it" than attempt to understand its profound meaning. This tragic reality stems from our culture's impoverished view of love and relationships, which has left hearts confused and yearning for something they can't quite name.
The John Paul II Renewal Center was formed precisely to address this modern crisis of meaning. At its core is a revolutionary truth – our bodies were designed to "make visible what is invisible, the spiritual and the divine."
Whether married or single, discover how your heart was made for this eternal love story and how embracing this truth transforms relationships, identity, and purpose.
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"Who's going to save the Church? Not the bishops, not the priests, not the religious. It's up to you, the lay people." These prophetic words from Bishop Fulton Sheen echo throughout my conversation with Professor Janet Smith, whose retirement plans gave way to a renewed mission exposing corruption within the Catholic Church.
Professor Smith shares how the 2018 McCarrick scandal shattered her trust in Church leadership, revealing a darkness far deeper than she had imagined. "I keep thinking I'm not certain I've gotten to the bottom of things yet—and I'm not certain I want to," she confesses. "It is so dark. I have days when I can barely function when I have some sort of epiphany of connection of evil events."
The discussion takes us to Washington D.C., where Professor Smith recently stood beside abuse survivor Rachel Mastrogiacomo, as she confronted Cardinal McElroy about his failure to properly address clergy abuse involving Satanic ritual sexual abuse.
We explore disturbing allegations connecting Church charities with billions in government funding while hundreds of thousands of immigrant children have reportedly "gone missing" after being processed through religious organizations.
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Anxiety has infiltrated every corner of modern life, from casual conversations to clinical settings, creating what Art Bennett and Dr. Lianna Bennett Haidar aptly call "the age of anxiety."
Their new book along with Lariane Bennett, Anxiety: A Catholic Guide To Freedom From Worry and Fear... offers profound insights into why anxiety has skyrocketed across all age groups and how Catholic wisdom provides unique pathways to freedom.
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A pivotal Supreme Court decision has temporarily halted deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, creating fresh challenges for immigration enforcement while spotlighting deeper cultural divisions across America.
Join Jack and Tom...discussing how cartels strategically infiltrate communities by compromising local judicial systems. A recent case in New Mexico perfectly illustrates this strategy – a judge resigned after federal agents arrested a Tren de Aragua gang member living in his home with illegal firearms.
Beyond immigration, we're witnessing unprecedented challenges to biological reality through gender ideology. Despite polls showing roughly 80% of Americans oppose allowing biological males to compete in women's sports, politicians continue pushing these policies into schools and the culture.
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Against all odds, young men across the country are awakening to the sacred residing in their hearts. Jack delivers the Friday Claymore Miletus Christi update on Holy Thursday! Inviting listeners to step back into the most profound story of all time during the holiest weekend of the year.
The battlefield between love and lust, truth and lies, is first fought within each individual human heart. This spiritual warfare represents the fundamental choice we all face: Will we embrace the City of Man, where humans make themselves gods deciding good and evil, or the City of God, where we acknowledge divine truth and seek how we should live? Drawing powerful parallels between ancient Exodus readings and Christ's sacrifice, Jack demonstrates how the unblemished Passover lamb whose bones remained unbroken prefigured Jesus himself.
What makes this cultural moment so perilous is the widespread embrace of moral relativism—essentially modern paganism—that leads inevitably to violence, irrationality, and destruction. When Jesus said "the reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the work of the devil," he identified the true nature of our struggle. This isn't merely political division between left and right, but a cosmic battle between Christ and Satan playing out in real time across Western civilization.
Download our Claymore battle plan today and discover how to walk this path with others who share your search for authentic faith and purpose. Remember, "If you seek, you will find. If you knock, it will be opened to you." What forgotten dreams might God be waiting to fulfill in your life?
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The hollowness beneath our culture is beginning to collapse, and young people are noticing. During this Holy Week conversation, we explore the remarkable spiritual awakening happening among Gen Z as they reject the moral emptiness of our hypersexualized society.
When a culture "breathes out" God, it loses its moral compass—first objectifying women, then dehumanizing the unborn, and finally corrupting childhood itself.
Yet amid this darkness, something extraordinary is happening. Young men especially are returning to church, scripture, and prayer in surprising numbers. This isn't merely about politics—it's about recognizing that a life without divine purpose leaves one standing on hollow ground.
For those feeling the call to something deeper than our culture offers, we invite you to download Claymore (Miletus Christi) from our website—a battle plan for reclaiming authentic faith. (found under resources)
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Judy Keene, author of "Single and Catholic: Finding Meaning in Your State of Life," reveals that 47% of Catholics over 18 are single, yet this demographic often feels forgotten in church messaging and ministry.
• Catholic singles include never-married, divorced, widowed, and separated individuals
• Keene's personal journey includes periods of dating, engagement, and ultimately embracing singlehood as God's will
• Prayer and discernment are crucial for single Catholics seeking God's plan for their lives
• Modern dating challenges include the breakdown of community structures that traditionally facilitated introductions
• Digital culture often creates disconnection rather than meaningful relationships
• The ultimate question is not "When will I marry?" but "What is God calling me to do today?"
• Building a strong network of like-minded friends and trusted family advisors helps with relationship discernment
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Claymore Milites Christi Friday Episode!
We're living in what might be the most toxic culture in human history, yet something remarkable is happening. Young people are waking up, sensing there must be more to life than what modern society offers. Their hearts are restless, seeking authentic meaning beyond the chaos.
Father Wayne Sattler joins us to share wisdom from his powerful book "Remain in Me and I in You: Relating to God as a Person, Not an Idea." Drawing from his experience as both a parish priest and diocesan hermit, Father Sattler illuminates the profound difference between knowing about God intellectually and knowing Him intimately.
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What makes Christianity fundamentally different from every other religion in human history? Matthew McKenna, Ph.D candidate in theology at Ave Maria University, joins Jack for a fascinating journey through G.K. Chesterton's masterpiece "The Everlasting Man" to answer this crucial question.
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The freedom to educate your children according to your own values is under unprecedented attack. Tom Hampson, a former private investigator with extensive experience fighting child exploitation, joins the conversation to expose the concerning assault on homeschooling rights.
We begin by examining the shocking levels of government waste and corruption revealed in recent interviews with Elon Musk, highlighting how a survey that should have cost $10,000 ended up with a $1 billion price tag. This systemic financial mismanagement sets the stage for understanding why powerful interests view homeschooling as a threat to their authority.
This fight represents the fundamental question of our time: Who should decide how children are educated and what values they're taught—parents or the state? Your answer to this question will determine the future of educational freedom and ultimately, the preservation of Western civilization itself.
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What happens when a skeptical World War II sergeant decides to "blow a priest out of the confessional" by confessing his extensive list of sins? The result is utterly unexpected and life-changing.
Through the compelling true story of Sergeant Columban's encounter with Padre Pio, we witness how a moment of defiance transformed into a profound spiritual awakening. When this stigmatic friar revealed the sergeant's long-forgotten childhood dream of becoming a priest—something he had never shared with anyone—the hardened soldier found himself weeping outside the confessional, his life forever altered.
Padre Pio was no ordinary priest. Bearing the wounds of Christ that bled for 50 years, possessing gifts of healing, bilocation, and the ability to read hearts, his extraordinary encounters with American GIs during World War II became legendary. For Sergeant Columban, serving as Padre Pio's altar boy in the weeks that followed his confession allowed him to witness firsthand the priest's suffering during Mass—the bleeding wounds, painful walking, and sweet perfume that sometimes emanated from his stigmata.
This story arrives at the perfect moment for those navigating today's increasingly toxic culture, where doubt can easily take root. Are transformative spiritual encounters still possible? Can our hearts truly be changed? Just as Sergeant Columban's forgotten dream became reality after his divine encounter, perhaps your own spiritual journey holds similar potential for awakening and transformation.
Download our Claymore battle plan today and discover how to walk this path with others who share your search for authentic faith and purpose. Remember, "If you seek, you will find. If you knock, it will be opened to you." What forgotten dreams might God be waiting to fulfill in your life?
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The battlefield of the human heart is where our greatest struggles—and our most important victories—take place. In this episode of Claymore, we explore how men can use temptation as an invitation to prayer and turn from a cycle of shame into a pathway to freedom and authentic masculinity.
At the core of this message is that temptation itself is not sin. Using the Claymore Battle Plan as our guide, we unpack how the desires and passions God placed within us aren't meant to be suppressed or indulged, but rather opened up and redirected toward our true destiny. This applies especially to sexual temptation, where we learn to see beauty through God's eyes rather than through the lens of lust.
The journey begins with the simple three-part morning solution that creates a foundation for spiritual victory throughout your day. By kneeling in prayer before checking your phone, consciously transforming temptations into prayer, and committing to authentic love for those you encounter, you begin to reclaim territory in your heart that may have been surrendered to the enemy.
What makes this approach different is its deeply practical nature. We're not offering abstract theology but battle-tested strategies for men who recognize something is fundamentally wrong with our toxic culture and want to stand up against it. The Claymore approach acknowledges our weaknesses while providing concrete tools to access divine grace—the only true source of transformation.
Ready to grab the sword and enter the battle? Visit jp2renew.org, go to resources, and download the Claymore Battle Plan to begin your journey toward freedom, purpose, and authentic manhood today.
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What happens when you hand high school students Aristotle, Aquinas, and Dante instead of dumbed-down material? According to teacher Jon Bishop, they respond with remarkable enthusiasm and depth.
With only 30% of American high school students reading at minimum proficiency standards across the Nation, skyrocketing mental health issues, and declining academic outcomes despite increased spending... Rather than following educational fads, John advocates returning to proven approaches that engage students' moral imagination and foster genuine human connection.
In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon shares how his "Human Flourishing" course creates space for students to engage with timeless texts through almost entirely student-led discussions. The results challenge popular assumptions about today's youth – today's teens are hungry for substance, meaning, and the language to express life's fundamental questions.
"These questions in human life are perennial," Jon explains.
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Gerard Migeon, CEO of Natural Womanhood, takes us on a compelling journey through the world of fertility awareness and women's health that challenges conventional wisdom about birth control and reproductive healthcare. What began as a personal awakening when he returned to his Catholic faith evolved into a mission to fill the knowledge gap around natural approaches to family planning and women's health.
The conversation reveals how the medical system routinely prescribes hormonal contraceptives as a one-size-fits-all solution for everything from irregular periods to serious conditions like endometriosis. This approach masks symptoms rather than addressing root causes, often delaying proper diagnosis by years and creating cascading health problems.
Particularly fascinating is the discussion about relationship dynamics. Couples who practice natural family planning report deeper communication, mutual trust, and even stronger physical intimacy.
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There's an awakening happening among young men today - a rediscovery of the sacred against seemingly impossible odds. Having grown up in perhaps the most toxic, propaganda-filled culture in history, many are now rejecting moral relativism and asking the fundamental questions that have driven men throughout all ages: What is the truth of things? How should I live?
Here are 4-5 discussion questions based on the episode:
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Rediscovering the Sacred – Young men today are rediscovering the Sacred despite a culture that opposes it. What do you think is driving this spiritual revival among young men?
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Crisis of Objective Truth – The episode critiques moral relativism and argues that rejecting objective truth has led to cultural decline. Do you agree that the loss of objective truth is a primary cause of societal issues today? Why or why not?
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Spiritual Warfare and Society – Jack presents modern cultural struggles as part of a larger spiritual battle between good and evil. How do you interpret this perspective? Do you see current societal trends as part of a deeper spiritual struggle?
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The Role of Culture in Faith – How can individuals and communities work to build a culture of life that promotes what is true, good and beautiful?
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Hope and the Future – The episode ends on a hopeful note, quoting Pope John Paul II’s call to “Be not afraid.” What role does faith play in overcoming fear and despair in today’s world? How can people actively live out this call to courage?
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Thomas Hampson, private investigator who works undercover to expose child trafficking and exploitation, joins us for a powerful exploration of dangerous ideologies threatening children's wellbeing. The conversation begins with an examination of Representative Kelly Cassidy's vocal opposition to bills protecting minors from permanent medical procedures, revealing the troubling disconnect between progressive rhetoric and the actual harm being inflicted on vulnerable young people.
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Hampson lays bare the disturbing origins of transgender ideology, tracing it to Dr. John Money's thoroughly debunked experiments with the Reimer twins - a tragic case that ended with both subjects taking their own lives after being victims of a flawed social theory.
Then on to broader governmental concerns, exposing the shocking scale of wasteful spending and corruption being uncovered at various levels of government...taxpayer dollars fund an ever-expanding bureaucratic system that fails to deliver on its promises while enriching politically-connected individuals.
For parents, people of faith, and anyone concerned about protecting children and restoring governmental accountability, this conversation provides both sobering insights and a roadmap for meaningful action.
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What happens when an entire generation of young men grows up amid pornography, hookup culture, and endless lies about what it means to be a man? They start sensing there's something deeply wrong, even if they can't articulate exactly what. That's where Claymore steps in – a discipleship movement for Gen Z men who are done with the emptiness and ready to discover authentic truth.
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As a young man, how do you interpret the question, “Who is protecting your heart?” What steps can you take to guard your heart and the hearts of others in today’s culture?
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The article contrasts the modern world’s view of love and relationships with a biblical vision. How do you see these differences play out in your own life, and what challenges do they create for young men striving for authentic love?
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The author describes Jesus as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep. What does this example teach young men about leadership, responsibility, and self-sacrificial love in relationships?
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In a world that often distorts masculinity and love, how can young men reclaim their role as protectors and leaders in relationships, friendships, and society? How does faith play a role in this?
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What if the deepest mysteries of love, marriage, and human sexuality are actually encoded in an ancient biblical story most people have never fully explored? In this profound episode, we dive into St. John Paul II's examination of Tobias and Sarah's marriage from the Book of Tobit - a story where the marriage bed became either a place of death or redemption.
At its core, this episode reveals how our current cultural battles over sexuality, gender, and family reflect a cosmic struggle between authentic love and counterfeit versions that ultimately lead to despair. Through the lens of Theology of the Body, we examine how bringing "the language of the body into the language of liturgy" transforms marriage from merely physical union into a sacred sign that makes visible God's invisible love.
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When over 100 CIA and intelligence agency employees are caught using classified communication channels to discuss their polyamorous lifestyles and sexual exploits, we must ask ourselves: who's protecting our national security?
This corruption in America extends far beyond government agencies. Our educational system has become a battleground where organizations like Planned Parenthood and SEICUS push comprehensive sexuality education on children.
Tom Hampson and Jack discuss this and a whole lot more.
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The Claymore podcast presents a battle plan for Gen Z men who sense something wrong with our increasingly toxic culture and are searching for authentic purpose and identity.
• Miletus Christi and Claymore are initiatives from John Paul II Renewal Center designed as battle plans for young men
• Our crisis stems from rejecting objective truth and embracing subjective constructs of feelings
• When God is forgotten, we lose understanding of ourselves and our purpose
• Satan works by twisting what God created good, especially in distorting authentic love into lust
• The three-step spiritual battle plan involves morning prayer, turning temptations into opportunities for prayer, and becoming a person of love
• True identity comes from understanding we're created beings with divine purpose, not accidents of history
• Building "cells" or small communities of like-minded men is essential for spiritual growth
• Authentic masculinity means viewing women first as sisters to protect before considering them as potential brides
• Fulton Sheen warned in 1974 that we're seeing the end of Christendom's influence on culture
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Here are today's Discussion Questions:
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How does the author contrast a world with God and a world without God? What are the consequences of each perspective on human identity and purpose?
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What role does modern culture play in shaping young people’s understanding of love, happiness, and identity, according to the author?
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How does the story of Bill W. and Carl Jung illustrate the importance of spiritual transformation in overcoming struggles?
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What is the significance of Jesus’ question, “What do you seek?” in the Gospel of John, and how does it relate to the theme of identity in the text?
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How does Saint Augustine’s quote, “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You,” summarize the central argument of the article?
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Maximus in the line in the Gladiator, “What we do here echos in eternity!”
The dismal reality of American education hits hard with the revelation that only 30% of children nationwide can read at proficiency standards - a benchmark already twice watered down since 2000. But this literacy crisis merely scratches the surface of a deeper cultural problem: the systematic removal of virtue from our educational systems and social fabric.
Parents must reclaim their rightful role as primary moral educators. Families who read together and discuss virtuous behavior find themselves building relationships that withstand cultural pressures. The conversation concludes with an urgent call to action: put down the phones, pick up great books, and intentionally cultivate virtue in your children. While political change provides opportunity, the real transformation must happen family by family through purposeful transmission of timeless virtues that build character and civilization.
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The first Friday in Lent! This episode dives into the ongoing battle for the soul of our society amid growing cultural turmoil. We discuss the Claymore Battle Plan and its implications for reclaiming life-affirming values.
- Examining the essence of spiritual warfare in contemporary society
- The significance of the Claymore Battle Plan for personal and communal renewal
- Addressing the pressing issues surrounding culture and morality
- The role of temptation as an invitation to growth and deeper faith
- Understanding the urgency of scripture in navigating moral complexities
- Exploring the unity of love, truth, and justice in our interactions
- Encouraging active participation in reclaiming territories for Christ
- The spiritual journey of young people in a fragmented culture
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President Trump and the notable reactions from Democrats reveals deeper truths about America's evolving landscape.
This is not about a 2-party system: It is about the Right of the People to take back their Government from the Tyrants and Ideologues who no longer listen or care about them.
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Our conversation extends beyond traditional romantic notions of love, probing into modern complexities that often lead us astray in our relationships.
In John Paul II's reflections of the Song of Songs, Biblical Erotic Love, and the ero's within us that is forever restless, prodding us on to a higher love. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the intricate and often confusing landscape of love in today's world.
Encouraging a hopeful outlook, we emphasize the importance of authentic love—the kind that opens one's heart to the divine. As we explore these themes, we invite you to reflect on your own journey seeking love that is both true and beautiful. Immerse yourself in this conversation and discover actionable insights that align with your quest for fulfillment. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review to help others find this valuable conversation!
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What if the key to eternal happiness and fulfillment lies not in the material world but within our spiritual journey?
We take a look at the complex personality of Elon Musk, examining his extraordinary career alongside his personal struggles and the philosophical implications of his quest for meaning. By contemplating love, fulfillment, and the human condition, we encourage aligning personal ambitions with a higher purpose.
Finally we explore what it means to seek eternal significance over material success, urging Gen Z to unite their focus on worldly achievements to include a life of grace and divine love.
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Jack and Tom explore how certain narratives are reshaping classrooms and their profound impact on student performance and mental health.
The introduction of concepts like Critical Race Theory and Gender Theory, create division and confusion among children who are inherently loving and curious. As educational standards decline, especially in troubled regions like Illinois, we figure out what's at stake and how parents can regain agency over their children's education.
We call for transparency regarding curriculum content, advocating for a collaborative approach between parents and educators to root out harmful ideologies and uphold foundational values. Join us for this discussion that seeks to awaken the community to prioritize children’s well-being and education.
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There a spiritual battle raging in our culture! Join us as we unpack the profound insights of JD Vance and Sister Lucia of Fatima, examining how marriage and family stand as pillars against modern cultural upheaval. An encounter with Jesus Christ is vital in this ongoing battle against forces undermining life and love.
God's grace, especially as Sister Faustina had painted in the Divine Image, is a powerful antidote to the spiritual void in society today, revitalizing both body and soul. As we address the challenges posed by radical ideologies and cultural shifts, we propose a compassionate approach that recognizes every individual as a "beloved child of God." This perspective not only affirms inherent dignity but also fosters unity, inviting us to journey towards the truth of our humanity.
Our bodies are sacred vessels of divine love, designed to reflect the eternal exchange of God’s own nature. This episode reveals how embodying grace allows us to manifest divine love, offering a counter-narrative to cultural views that diminish the sacred. We delve into the sacramental nature of marriage and the human body!
Join Claymore and Gen Z as they set out on the path to find a life of love, selflessness, and moral courage, embracing their universal call to holiness.
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Greg Schleppenbach, CEO of the Culture Project, joins us for a riveting discussion on transforming the lives of young people.
Greg takes us on his journey from pro-life advocacy to leading the Culture Project. Working with passionate young missionaries who go out and journey with students while presenting concepts such as their inherent human dignity, self worth, the meaning of human sexuality and how living a virtuous life can change the culture and the world.
"The Culture Project is a team of young people across the country who have been where you are and know what it’s like. We see a future where everyone lives free and experiences their healthiest life."
"We tackle the pressing need to educate young minds with genuine teachings about the theology of the body and instill a culture of life amidst today's misleading ideologies.
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Don't miss this episode! This is a Claymore "milites Christi" interim update!!
Linda and I embark on a journey to unravel the intricacies of authentic love and truth. Inspired by the teachings of John Paul II, we delve into the profound connection between love and the language of the body. Our conversation turns critical as we examine how modern ideologies impact identity through educational standards and social media narratives. We also touch on a fascinating shift at Google, highlighting a possible change in cultural trends and ongoing discussions about societal values.
We explore the essence of authentic love within relationships, with a particular focus on marriage. Drawing from the rich imagery of the Song of Songs, we reflect on the awe and wonder inherent in the marital bond. Through personal stories, we illustrate the clear distinction between genuine love and superficial desires, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the mystery and beauty of one's partner. The narrative is brought to life with anecdotes from high school and college experiences that demonstrate the lasting impact of true, awe-inspired love.
Join Claymore and Gen Z as we set out on the path to find a life of love, selflessness, and moral courage, embracing their universal call to holiness.
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Unlock the secrets to living a life enriched with truth, beauty, and integrity as we navigate the modern culture in our Valentine's Day edition of "Claymore Milites Christi": Soldiers for Christ.
This episode addresses the pressing issues of our time, such as the impact of Donald Trump's appointments on family and national values, and the ongoing battle against a "culture of death." We spotlight leaders like Christine Noem, Pete Hegseth, Kash Patel and Robert Kennedy, who champion God, family and Country, encouraging us to rise above the society's obsession with lust and power.
Uncover the profound power of Eros as a conduit to Truth, informed by ancient philosophies and spiritual formation. We take a critical look at political corruption, questioning the wealth accumulation of so-called Political Leaders. This is a call to reflect on the disparities and the responsibilities we hold in shaping a culture of life and integrity.
In a world that distorts love and sexuality, this episode sheds light on the invaluable treasure that is youth. Drawing from the teachings of John Paul II and the Gospels, we explore the concept of eros, urging Gen Z to channel their passions and desires through a spiritual lens. We delve into the challenges they face, from societal pressures to the search for genuine relationship.
Join Claymore and Gen Z as they set out on the path to find a life of love, selflessness, and moral courage, embracing their universal call to holiness.
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Imagine Gen Z, who have been lied to about so many things. They are standing at the crossroads of love and lust, battling today's cultural challenges and we are excited and honored to journey with them.
That's the journey we embark on in today's episode, exploring the profound "gift of self" in relationships, especially marriage. I share my experiences with engaged couples and intriguing conversations with Gen Z, revealing the struggles they face amidst moral relativism and a culture that often misrepresents love, reducing it to an emotion or feeling, and than further reducing love to sex.
Through personal narratives, including my own marital struggles and a poignant spiritual awakening following my brother's passing, we uncover the transformative power of love. These moments remind us of the larger story we are part of, encouraging a deeper understanding of God's plan and the role of love in our lives. We reflect on how life experiences mold our expectations and perceptions of love and marriage, highlighting the profound impact of recognizing divine moments.
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This is a supplement and interim update: How to face the overwhelming moral complexities of our time. Join Jack and navigate this challenging landscape, drawing inspiration from the prophecy of the "last great battle" over marriage and family as articulated by Sister Lucia of Fatima. This isn't about conflict with individuals but rather a stand against the manifestations of evil. This battle, primarily fought through the power of prayer, the sacraments, and aligning with Jesus’ teachings, we aim to build the "City Of God" and inspire you to pursue righteousness and eternal life.
Amidst a backdrop of corruption and crumbling societal values, we examine the middle class and the working poor's struggle in a culture dominated by the lies and distortions of powerful entities.
Figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump are highlighted for their roles in challenging government overreach and the deep state, amid concerns about excessive taxation, government spending, and failing public education.
Moving to the next step in your "Spiritual Formation" the meditative practice of Lectio Divina, and developing a deeper relationship with scripture, and the building of a supportive faith community. You will need courage and your intellect as you prepare for spiritual battles and find the path to peace and joy amidst life’s present chaos.
1. Spiritual Formation:
a. 3 Simple Morning Solution to combat evil! Knees before looking at the phone!
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Kneel with Our Blessed Mother, your mother! "Let it be done to me according to your word" (See Luke 1:34-38)
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Temptation is not a sin: Use every temptation as an invitation to pray! Divine Mercy reading (Download app)
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Charity, Love the next person you see...action!
b. Daily 15-30 minutes Prayer with Scripture (Lectio Divina: read, meditate, pray, contemplation-silence) Daily Readings can be found: Magnificat Subscription (on-line only $19.99 Year!) or a complete prayer app Hallow or for free at USCCB Bishops.
c. Mass-Eucharist
d. Confession
e. Daily Rosary or Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Hallow app includes the Rosary, Divine Mercy app the Chaplet)
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Disillusioned by societal institutions that have failed to provide genuine meaning? Generation Z, especially young men, are awakening to a world that is off-kilter. We dive into the societal pressures and spiritual battles they face, offering practical resources through Claymore and essential practices to find truth and peace amidst the storm of moral relativism. You’ll discover how Jesus's steadfast mercy and the transformative power of a personal relationship with Christ can guide you towards your true purpose and value.
Step into a new morning routine designed to arm you for the spiritual battlefield of daily life. We'll walk you through a three-part ritual that begins with prayer and the support of the Blessed Mother, turning temptations into opportunities for growth and peace. Discover how to lean on the saints and Divine Mercy readings to combat the lure of modern distractions, and understand how these moments of struggle can actually bring glory to Jesus.
Stay tuned as we offer insights into the rich young man's encounter with Christ, urging you to look beyond the superficial and embrace a life aligned with eternal truth. On the way we learn not to bury our passions and desires but instead understand the significance of aligning our passions and desires with the intrinsic human desire for God, as articulated in the opening paragraphs of Catechism of the Catholic Church.
As we navigate personal journeys and the search for eternal truth, we invite you to engage with us on this spiritual formation journey, asking questions about prayer, the Mass, and Catholicism. Join us again next Friday as we continue to challenge inefficiencies and seek divine truth, offering gratitude and blessings to all listeners along the way.
1. Spiritual Formation:
a. 3 Simple Morning Solution to combat evil! Knees before looking at the phone!
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Kneel with Our Blessed Mother, your mother! "Let it be done to me according to your word" (See Luke 1:34-38)
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Temptation is not a sin: Use every temptation as an invitation to pray! Divine Mercy reading (Download app)
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Charity, Love the next person you see...action!
b. Daily 15-30 minutes Prayer with Scripture (Lectio Divina: read, meditate, pray, contemplation-silence) Daily Readings can be found: Magnificat Subscription (on-line only $19.99 Year!) or a complete prayer app Hallow or for free at USCCB Bishops.
c. Mass-Eucharist
d. Confession
e. Daily Rosary or Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Hallow app includes the Rosary, Divine Mercy app the Chaplet)
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Are today's education systems breeding anxiety and depression in our children? Join us as we tackle this pressing issue with Tom, a seasoned crime investigator, who sheds light on the alarming rise of these mental health challenges among the youth. We question the influence of school indoctrination, dissect the shift away from traditional values, and underscore the pivotal role of parents as the primary educators and protectors of their children. From the controversial topics of child sex trafficking to safeguarding innocence, our conversation aims to spark a change in how society approaches education and parental involvement.
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What if the secret to unlocking the mysteries of humanity lies in understanding true love? Join Linda Piper and me on a journey inspired by the transformative teachings of St. John Paul II's theology of the body. We ponder how faith can serve as an anchor amidst cultural chaos, using the Song of Songs as a metaphor for love that transcends mere emotion. By observing the rhythms of nature, especially the renewal found in springtime, we find a reflection of divine love that speaks to the heart's deepest longings.
Have we lost touch with authentic love in a world enamored with superficial connections? Our conversation with Linda explores the profound importance of relationships rooted in genuine love, as highlighted by the personalistic norm, that insists love is the only proper response to another person. We confront the challenges posed by modern hookup culture and rediscover the beauty of values like chastity and dignity, drawing from the teachings of Pope John Paul II and the redemptive love of Christ the Redeemer. Life devoid of such love is incomplete, and we emphasize experiencing its fullness within families and profound relationships.
Reference: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, #110
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What if the key to a purposeful life amidst today’s chaos lies in the journey of young Gen Z men? Join us as we explore this intriguing question, diving deep into the heart of moral confusion and the promise of a brighter future. We spotlight JD Vance's incredible transformation, highlighting his conversion to Catholicism and how embracing truth and faith helped him overcome a tumultuous past. Inspired by the insights of John Paul II, this episode sheds light on the enduring virtues of faith, hope, and charity as beacons for young men navigating societal pressures and cultural upheaval.
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How do we combat the deep-seated issues of injustice and exploitation that plague our society? Join us as we uncover the harsh realities of sex trafficking and its entrenchment in our communities with Thomas Hampson, an investigative journalist renowned for his work on crime and sexual exploitation. Through heartfelt personal narratives, including the story of my nephew, we explore the shifting dynamics of college relationships, underscoring how family backgrounds shape young adults.
Are educational policies overstepping parental rights and community values? The contentious debate over school content, particularly LGBTQ literature, is brought to the forefront as we examine the tug-of-war between federal mandates and local autonomy. Drawing historical parallels to freedom struggles, we consider the potential overreach of the Biden administration and the implications for parental influence in education. The incident in Forsyth County, Georgia, serves as a poignant example of federal intervention sparking community conflict, pushing us to question the appropriate role of government in shaping young minds.
Unregulated borders and illegal migration continue to stir controversy, sparking discussions about the exploitation of migrants and the strain on citizens. We delve into the murky ethics of religious organizations profiting from immigration, dissecting the so-called new form of slavery in modern society. Highlighting the need for compassion balanced with controlled borders, our conversation challenges listeners to recognize and resist manipulations within the immigration debate. It's a call to action for men and women alike to unite against exploitation, striving for systemic change that protects all members of our communities.
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Generation Z, especially many of the young men we meet, are waking up to the societal challenges facing them, and it's a movement filled with hope and determination. Join me as I discuss the launch of "Claymore", and unpack the remarkable ways these young men, and women too, are navigating political and cultural pressures, from confronting Socialism and Neo-Marxism to pushing back against the erosion of traditional values.
A spirited discussion takes place when we explore Gen Z's search for the truth and their shift toward leaders who represent common sense and moral integrity, with a spotlight on the resistance against harmful cultural norms like the hookup culture, porn, and digital addictions.
Together we celebrate their journey to find truth and enact change, proving that the human heart remains unwavering in its quest and desire for truth, goodness and beauty, especially the beauty of authentic love.
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In the aftermath of Donald Trump's inauguration we navigate the complex debates surrounding gender identity and the Supreme Court's role, advocating for a courageous proclamation of the gospel amid societal discord.
Diving deeply into the sacredness of marriage and family, recognizing them as the bedrock of society. Battling against the challenges posed by a pornographic culture and distorted views of masculinity, we introduce the Claymore initiative—a call to young men to embrace authentic masculinity aligned with the teachings of Theology of the Body. Through the poetic lens of the Song of Songs, we celebrate the awe-inspiring mystery of femininity and masculinity, emphasizing a purity of heart that shields us from societal misperceptions.
Reference: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, #109
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Imagine a world where family life aligns effortlessly with the natural order of things. That's the enlightening journey we embark on with Dr. William White, past president of the Catholic Medical Association.
Dr. White shares his insights from over four decades of experience, revealing the beauty and challenges of embracing a family life that respects the divine design.
Our conversation touches on everything from the rewards of home births and large families to the growing interest among young couples who are seeking alternatives to artificial contraceptives and a desire to foster a deeper connection with their spouse while viewing children as their most precious gift from God.
Join us for this enriching dialogue that promises to enlighten and challenge your views on family and faith.
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What if the way we understand love and sexuality could transform our lives in the most profound way? Join us as we journey through the captivating verses of the Song of Songs, uncovering the timeless beauty of human love. With the insightful teachings of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body we invite you to rediscover the divine plan for love and relationships.
Reference: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, #108
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Is the battle between good and evil playing out in our modern world? Join Jack and investigative journalist Tom Hampson as they unravel the complexity of spiritual warfare and societal transformation. With a critical eye on government institutions, like the Los Angeles Fire Department, and the influence of Marxist philosophy, we question the erosion of fundamental values and the ideological impacts on governance.
Explore the tensions within the Christian community, where identity and political influence seem at odds. Despite a majority identifying as Christian, secular policies prevail, posing ethical dilemmas for religious organizations and leaders. Through historical lessons from figures like Bishop Sheen and Pope John Paul II, we confront the spiritual battle between good and evil, urging an awakening to uphold truth and morality.
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Struggling in your marriage? Feeling lost in today's world? You're not alone! Discover the powerful messages on faith, family, and fighting for truth that will inspire action. Join the conversation with Steven Thomas, the insightful author of "Catholic Joe."
Steven and Jack shine a light on the pressing issues facing the Catholic Church and our Culture.
🌟 “Show me your scars!” Dive into the urgent need for strong leadership and the fight for family values in today's church and culture. Let's reclaim our identity and call for action!
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Teresa Yanaros, a seasoned journalist and devout Catholic, takes us through her dramatic spiritual journey from the throes of New Age and occult practices to finding deliverance in Christ. She unpacks the concerning trend of people turning away from organized religion, diving into the realm of "spiritual but not religious." Teresa shares how her personal encounters with these practices led her to spiritual deception and how her return to faith now fuels her mission to help others break free. Through her insights, learn how to discern between false spiritual practices and the true path to faith in Jesus.
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Amidst a world grappling with concupiscence and a toxic culture, we turn to the wisdom of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, exploring how we can transcend our fallen nature through grace and authentic love.
We confront pressing issues like the scandal involving British authorities and Pakistani gangs, questioning how gender ideologies has crept into our educational systems. By reflecting on the sacrament of marriage as a source of grace, we inspire young people to embrace its wonder and stand up against societal challenges with the light of Christ as their guide.
Inspired by the teachings of Jesus and Pope John Paul II, our discussion underscores the significance of living life abundantly and finding meaning through self-gift and sacrifice. Join us as we inspire a return to Biblical values and illustrate how love, courage, and truth can illuminate the path through contemporary issues.
Reference: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, #107
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Join me and crime investigator and journalist Tom Hampson to discuss the 2025 impact of figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk to the evil policies of Justin Trudeau and Joe Biden and scrutinize the moral intricacies of modern governance...pressing issues such as immigration in Britain...drawing on the wisdom of Bishop Fulton Sheen and St. Paul to underscore our discussion.
Venture into the charged atmosphere of gender ideology in schools, where the battleground of transgender rights meets community and parental involvement. and witness the power of grassroots movements as students push back against school policies, igniting a larger conversation about the intersections of legality, morality, and activism.
With reflections on biblical perspectives and the moral decay apparent in society, it's clear that this historical period is a wake up call to engage critically and thoughtfully with the turbulent times we face. Together we can make a difference.
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Matt Lorens journey from communist Poland to an unexpected start at Planned Parenthood and overcoming addiction offers a riveting tale of transformation and purpose. We explore the intriguing path that led Matt, an advocate for family unity through faith, to develop "The Holy Quest," a Catholic board game aimed at enriching family bonds and helping children learn the faith.
Visit Matt and delve into the creation of "The Holy Quest" and how you can support this meaningful project. He also provides details on how to get involved with upcoming game developments, ensuring that families everywhere have the opportunity to strengthen their faith together. Thank you for joining Matt on this inspiring exploration of faith, family, and transformation.
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Saint Lucia of Fatima in a letter to Cardinal Caffarra and Pope John Paul II, wrote, "The last great battle between Our Lord and Satan will be over Marriage and the Family."
What if the very foundations of society were under siege, and the battle between good and evil raged on not in distant realms, but in our homes and hearts? Join us as we navigate the spiritual and societal waters of 2025, where the laity play a crucial role in this ongoing spiritual warfare. We shine a light on the struggles faced by families, the emotional turmoil in broken relationships.
Explore the crisis of young hearts today as they navigate a world of superficial interactions and a culture shaped by pornography. Together, we seek to rediscover the awe of human sexuality, guiding the younger generation towards all that is true, good and beautiful, especially the beauty of authentic love.
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Humanae Vitae Encyclical (Start with #17)
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As the Executive Director of "Courage International" Father Gannon illuminates how Courage has grown to over 280 chapters worldwide, providing a compassionate sanctuary for individuals navigating same-sex attraction while aligning with Catholic teachings. This conversation promises to shed light on how Courage fosters a deeper understanding and peace through faith, charity, and the timeless wisdom of the Church.
“The Contraceptive Mentality”: Ground Zero in Spiritual Warfare (Pt 1) By Jack Rigert
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Can the turbulence of 2024 be seen as an era-defining moment in American and world history? Join us as Jack unpacks the re-election of Donald Trump with Tom Hampson—seasoned crime fighter, investigator, and journalist.
We navigate the maze of multiple indictments, attempts to keep Trump off the ballot, and the influential figures who played a part in his re-election like Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Tulsi Gabbard, Tucker Carlson and Joe Rogan.
The conversation offers a fresh perspective on how divine intervention may have played a role, providing Trump and the American people with an opportunity to challenge the evil of the deep state spreading the culture of death and corruption in this ongoing moral battle between good and evil playing out in today's society.
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This episode invites you to a spiritual renewal, and to celebrate what almost wasn't!!
Glory Be To God
Join Linda and Jack for Christmas and wrapping up 2024.
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Christmas is a time of profound mystery and enduring themes, and this episode delves into its true essence. At its heart lies the concept of Emmanuel—God with us—and Jesus, meaning God saves. This podcast explores the incredible contrast between the serene image of the manger and the violent reality surrounding Christ's birth, as depicted in the Book of Revelation. The narrative of the woman and the dragon highlights the eternal struggle between good and evil, emphasizing the victory achieved through Jesus' resurrection and ascension. This victory opens the door to eternal life and exemplifies the transformative power of the Incarnation.
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How well do we really know the forces shaping our world today?" Join us for an engaging conversation with my good friend, Tom Hampson, as we question the narratives dominating our headlines. From unidentified drones to media accountability, we shed light on the growing skepticism surrounding government actions and the implications of misinformation. Witness the challenging discourse on gender ideology in schools and explore Van Jones' unexpected nod to Donald Trump's political acumen. We venture into the impact of questioning societal norms and the urgent call to uphold traditional values amidst rapidly evolving cultural landscapes.
Book References:
The Secret Thoughts of an unlikely Convert by Rosaria Butterfield
Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill Perry
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Kevin Wells opens up about his wife Krista's battle with alcoholism and the miraculous events following his own brain surgery that put him on a profound spiritual journey...then when all seems lost, "The Hermit" is sent into their lives.
The Hermit is a book that should go into the Christmas Stockings of your loved ones! It will change lives.
Bishop Strickland Wrote, The Hermit is "A Modern tale of pain, redemption, and gospel yeast, set in the devastation that COVID wrought. It illustrates the tremendous power that a little leaven of faith yields when a priest of Jesus Christ mixes it in."
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Discover the transformative power of divine love and its profound connection to human existence as we unravel the teachings of St. John Paul II’s theology of the body. Linda Piper joins Jack to explore how our bodies can Rediscover the invisible love Language of God.
We traverse the symbolic landscape of biblical teachings, shedding light on how human marriage mirrors the covenant between Yahweh and Israel, and ponder the implications of these ancient truths in the context of modern-day challenges.
In our discussion, we venture into the realms of self-determination and moral truth, reflecting on the impact of our choices on our personal stories. Guided by John Paul's teachings, we explore how actions steeped in integrity and faithfulness can lead to fulfillment, while deceit and selfishness pave the way to brokenness.
Reference: Audience #104 "Man and Woman He Created Them" St. Pope John Paul
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Joining Jack is investigative reporter Tom Hampson to discuss his most recent article: Rolling Back the Gender Insanity.
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Tom highlights the policies of the Biden administration, including the executive order allowing transgender individuals in the military and the appointment of Rachel Levine. Hampson draws provocative parallels to historical events, questioning the narratives being shaped by media and political entities to influence public perception.
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Discover the profound insights of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body as we promise a journey into the heart of divine love and truth. Together with Linda Piper, we'll unravel the prophetic language spoken by our very bodies, through their expressions of masculinity and femininity. Learn how these expressions connect to ancient biblical traditions and serve as a sacramental sign in marriage, reflecting the essence of Trinitarian love. In a world swirling with confusion around identity and purpose, we'll address critical cultural issues like abortion and the fundamental battle between life and death, truth and lies.
In this episode, we reflect on the complexities of freedom, morality, and human nature, especially in light of societal norms and Christian teachings. We share personal anecdotes and cultural references to illustrate how shifts in society can blur the lines between truth and lies. Yet, with grace and redemption, we can awaken to true freedom and love, navigating the challenges of relationships with goodwill and compassion. From issues like contraception to the role of religious teachings, we invite you to explore how aligning with God's plan offers a life filled with purpose, love, and authentic freedom.
Reference: Audience #104 "Man and Woman He Created Them" St. Pope John Paul
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What if the battle for purity and love could transform your life? As the Catholic Church Outreach Specialist at Covenant Eyes, Theo brings with him a profound story of faith and resilience. He opens up about his personal trials, from his time in the seminary to the unbearable loss of his son to childhood cancer.
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What if the very foundation of your marriage could be shaken by a single decision? Join us as we share our personal journey through the complexities of marriage, family, and faith, particularly the unanticipated effects of choosing contraception. With insights from Linda on the cultural shifts of the early 1970s, we examine how these changes have molded current perceptions of love and commitment within the Catholic Church. Discover how seemingly private choices can ripple out to affect intimacy and stability in profound ways.
Our conversation takes a deep dive into the sacred nature of marital love, drawing from the wisdom of renowned figures like Dr. Janet Smith and John Paul II. We explore how the sexual revolution and contemporary challenges like pornography have redefined societal views on gender roles and marital unity. With contributions from educators like Christopher West, we aim to demystify complex theological concepts, reaffirming marriage as a sacramental sign that shapes our identities at both personal and familial levels.
Reference: Audience #103 "Man and Woman He Created Them" St. Pope John Paul
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Linda Pieper joins Jack to catch up on the major issues of the day seen through the lens of St. Pope John Paul ll's Theology of the Body.
No one in modern times understood the human heart better than John Paul II!
Resource: Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, #102.
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Can we rekindle the spirit of America's founding principles in today's divided landscape? Join Jack and Tom Hampson for a compelling where they unravel the fabric of America's essence as a nation founded on ideas, not ethnicity or religion.
We examine the erosion of unity and patriotism over the past 75 years, delving into the influence of global elites on political figures like Kamala Harris and the pressing need to return to the roots of federalism, individual liberty, and limited government. We also explore generational shifts as Generation Z challenges mainstream narratives and the portrayal of Donald Trump in the media, seeking authenticity over division.
Trump's presidency offered a temporary pause from societal decline, but now comes the crucial role of individual responsibility in safeguarding foundational American values against government overreach.
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What happens when faith becomes your guiding star and love transforms into a selfless act?
Our conversation also delves into the essence of selfless love and the contrasting nature of modern relationships. Through personal stories, we reflect on how embracing sacrificial love leads to genuine peace and fulfillment, even amidst life’s challenges. Notably, we address the struggles faced by young people in today's dating culture, where superficial encounters often overshadow the desire for authentic connections. By exploring the role of self-determination and choice, we highlight the transformative journey towards a life filled with grace, love, and meaningful relationships.
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Young Men, and perhaps a bit slower, Young Women, are waking up, despite the cultural forces against them, that there must be something more!
St Pope John Paul II called it the 'echo' of the human heart for love and truth, that despite evil and sin, will not be extinguished in the human heart.
No one in modern times understood the human heart better than John Paul II!
Resource: Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, #101.
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Join us for an eye-opening discussion with Dr. Ray Grundy, a seasoned clinical psychologist and devoted Catholic father of ten. Dr. Ray draws from his rich personal and professional life to explore the modern challenges facing today's youth, such as anxiety, depression, and the pervasive influence of contemporary culture.
Modern parenting comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to managing children's technology usage. We delve into the discomfort many parents feel when their children react negatively to communication limits, like being offered a flip phone over a smartphone.
Dr. Ray provides actionable advice to relieve parental guilt and encourages proactive involvement in their children's spiritual journeys.
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An exploration into themes of healing, forgiveness, and love as articulated in St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Jack is joined by Linda Piper, to discuss, among other themes, the impact of the sexual revolution on today's youth and discuss the resilience of faith during times of historical adversity, offering a pathway to healing through the love of Christ.
Marriage is more than a Legal Contract; it's a reflection of divine love! Discover how spiritual struggles often underpin marital issues and explore the necessity of self-sacrificial love for a thriving relationship. We emphasize the importance of prayer and redemption of the body to mend and strengthen family bonds, drawing on Trinitarian love that enriches marriage. Learn how reconnecting with these divine principles will restore hope and healing in a world that often disregards fundamental truths about love and commitment.
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From battling inner demons to founding a Christ-centered filmmaking ministry, Amber and Mark Archer's journey is nothing short of transformative. Their starkly contrasting upbringings—Mark's in a Christian home and Amber's in a tumultuous, faithless environment—converge at a point of redemption, igniting a shared mission to create films with a biblical perspective. We dive into the stories behind their impactful documentaries, like "The Mind Polluters," which challenges graphic sex education and its links to pornography addiction, and "Inwood Drive," a gripping narrative of a local abortionist. Through divine guidance, Amber and Mark shed light on crucial societal issues, aiming to inspire awareness and change.
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As filmmakers navigating the turbulent waters of societal transformation, Amber and Mark discuss the notion of spiritual warfare and moral complexities that confront us today. With projects like "Dysphoria," and "Title IX," they explore the transgender movement and its ties to ideological underpinnings, urging parents to safeguard their children amidst these cultural shifts. Their storytelling approach uncovers unsettling truths, fostering a sense of urgency for individuals to stand firm in their beliefs and actively participate in societal change. Through powerful narratives, they reveal how rejecting God can manifest evil, emphasizing the importance of choosing good over evil.
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Or will we have chosen to send our Country and possibly the World into further decline? Today, my good friend Tom Hampson and I confront this thorny issue, examining the ripple effects of the abuse of language and the abuse of power and its effects on humanity, especially on children. We pull from the wisdom of Plato and Aristotle to underscore the indispensable role of truthful language in shaping a stable moral compass for future generations. Join us as we critique the erosion of truth in politics and education, where complex topics like gender identity challenge traditional narratives and leave parents navigating a labyrinth of moral relativism.
By emphasizing the importance of speaking personal truths to our children, we explore the ways these social dynamics might foster a broader acceptance of moral relativism, shaping young minds in potentially hazardous ways.
From political arenas to global institutions, our discussion extends to the cultural and spiritual dimensions of contemporary issues. Amidst these challenges, we urge a return to steadfast moral integrity and faith in the face of societal change, inviting listeners to consider the spiritual battle underlying these debates.
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Is the current educational system betraying our children by promoting an alternative reality? Join Jack and Thomas Hampson as they critically assess the cultural and political dynamics shaping our society, with a sharp focus on the implications for truth and the young generation.
In a search for TRUTH we cannot shy away from the big questions, including the contentious participation of transgender athletes in sports and the policies that seemingly challenge scientific facts about gender differences. As we approach the upcoming national elections, we underscore the urgent need for a return to truth-based education to protect the integrity of our children’s future.
Social media is supposed to connect us, but is it actually driving our youth to despair? We unravel the complex relationship between platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok and the surge in depression and anxiety among young people. The conversation goes beyond the screens to examine the controversial teaching of gender identity in schools and the broader societal shift towards moral relativism. Moreover, we question the legal and educational changes that redefine norms, such as the redefinition of Title IX, and their role in the psychological distress observed among the younger generation.
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What happens when you forget God in the face of societal chaos? Join us as we tackle this profound question through the remarkable story of Dr. Wanda Półtawska and her friendship with Karol Wojtyła, later known as Pope John Paul II.
Both witnessed and resisted the oppressive forces of Nazism and communism in Poland. Their experiences serve as a powerful reminder of the critical role each of us plays in safeguarding the sanctity of life and family. We recount Wanda's harrowing experiences in Ravensbrück concentration camp, where she endured brutal medical experiments, emerging as a beacon of resilience and courage.
In her own words and in an interview with Solène Tadié on the occasion of her 100th birthday in 2001 here is a brief sketch of the events and her thoughts relevant to today. Her collaboration with Wojtyła in opposing abortion in communist Poland highlights the importance of education and forming children to uphold values that resist destructive ideologies.
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Spiritual warfare is not just a metaphor; it's a reality that shapes our world and our choices, especially as we approach a pivotal national election. Jack sheds light on the profound moral conflicts that transcend mere political allegiances.
Together, we confront the seismic shifts in values, such as the redefinition of marriage and the troubling transformation of abortion from a crime into a purported right. As we discuss the divine revelation of marriage and the sacred duty of nurturing life, we urge listeners to consider the spiritual truths that echo within the fabric of our faith and society.
The battleground extends beyond election day, encompassing the ideologies of communism and atheism that threaten to strip away traditional values and the sanctity of family. From the ominous warnings of Our Lady of Fatima to the relentless influence of corrupt institutions, including the so-called "deep state" and "deep church," we explore the challenges facing humanity today.
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Michael Warren Davis joins Jack to discuss the crumbling pillars of modern civilization, drawing parallels with the decline observed by St. Augustine in "City of God." With insights from contemporary Christian luminaries like Pope Benedict XVI and C.S. Lewis, Davis argues compellingly that true societal transformation begins with deepening our relationship with Jesus Christ. We unpack the changing influence of Christianity in shaping cultural and institutional narratives, urging listeners to engage meaningfully beyond just the political arena, as emphasized by Bishop Fulton Sheen and Saint John Paul II.
Embrace personal responsibility and love as we explore the profound teachings of Chesterton, Dostoevsky, and John Paul II. We tackle the challenges facing Generation Z, guiding them away from moral relativism toward a life of service, underpinned by the transformative power of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.
Through heartfelt stories and reflections, we underscore that Christianity transcends mere obligation, manifesting as an expression of love that fosters a profound intimacy with God. Our discussions also highlight the spiritual dimensions of everyday struggles, offering solace and perspective on mental health challenges faced by today's youth.
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Join us for a thought-provoking journey as we explore the intricate tapestry of human experience and divine connection through the inspiring insights of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body.
We reflect on personal anecdotes that bring to life the transformative power of spiritual rebirth through baptism and the nurturing role of faith, drawing lessons from Christ's teachings on marriage and self-giving as blueprints for enduring connections.
The discussion turns to the challenges faced by Generation Z in forming genuine relationships amidst a culture that can feel empty. We also invite listeners to rediscover awe and wonder in their lives, stepping away from technology to engage with life's inherent beauty. Linda and I encourage everyone to embrace their identity and purpose, finding inspiration in their journey and the teachings of John Paul II.
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Join us for a conversation with Dr. Helen Hoffner, co-author of "The Rosary Collector's Guide," as she shares her journey through the world of rosaries—a journey sparked by her mother's fervent passion for these spiritual artifacts. In this episode, you'll learn about the diverse forms and historical significance of rosaries, from the Franciscan crown with its joyful decades to the impactful role of the rosary in spiritual battles and personal transformation. Dr. Hoffner's insights, drawn from her extensive collection and academic background, offer a new perspective on these prayer tools as both objects of beauty and instruments of faith.
We unravel the rich tapestry of the rosary's history, from its modest beginnings as a simple counting tool to its evolution into intricate designs revered across cultures. Discover unique traditions like the wedding lasso rosary and historical treasures such as a one-decade rosary owned by King Henry VIII. This episode isn't just about the past; it's about integrating rosary prayer into modern family life, with practical advice for making this a meaningful practice for all ages. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a curious newcomer, our discussion offers valuable guidance on identifying and appreciating rosaries' historical and spiritual dimensions.
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What if the organizations meant to protect vulnerable children are the very ones profiting from their plight? Join us as we confront this alarming issue with crime investigator and journalist Tom Hampson, who unveils the shocking reality of missing unaccompanied minors at the U.S. border. Discover how nearly 450,000 children have crossed into the country over the past five years, yet 323,000 remain unaccounted for. We critically examine the roles of NGOs, revealing the staggering financial gains they receive, and question their genuine motives. This conversation highlights the harrowing experiences of children and women, shedding light on exploitation and trafficking and questioning the systemic failures that allow this to continue.
Hear real-life stories that underscore the desperate need for compassion and systemic reform. This episode further explores the critical juncture of Western civilization, advocating for a return to Judeo-Christian values to inspire meaningful change. The discussion ignites a call to action, urging us to foster a spiritual revival and rekindle our commitment to safeguarding the most vulnerable in our society.
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Steve Pokorny knows firsthand the struggle of battling pornography compulsion. Join us as he opens up about his personal journey to freedom, sharing the profound challenges he faced from a young age. With honesty and vulnerability, Steve discusses the impact of early exposure to pornography, a heartbreaking family history, and the absence of a paternal figure in his life. Drawing from his experiences and expertise as the founder of Freedom Coaching, Steve provides crucial insights into the distinction between addiction and compulsion, offering hope for those seeking a path to healing.
Navigating the complexities of parenting in today's digital age is no small feat. Our conversation explores the importance of open communication with teenagers, particularly when confronting sensitive cultural issues like pornography. Discover practical steps to create a trusting family environment, such as fostering open dialogues and establishing meaningful rituals.
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The human story is a confrontation between two opposing forces: the force of attraction, whose source is in the wounded Heart of the Crucified-Risen One, and the power of Satan, who does not want to be ousted from his kingdom.
Today's young people face enormous challenges in a culture that often denies the existence of God, the Church, and the Bible. We delve into the existential battle between a purposeful, created life and the bleak notion of existence as an accident. Drawing inspiration from Saint John Paul II and Cardinal Caffarra, we reveal how Marxist ideologies have impacted marriage, family, and religious values, and stress the critical importance of grounding our lives in spiritual truths. Only by doing so can one find true happiness and fulfillment amidst the noise of modern secularism.
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What if we told you that protecting your child's innocence isn't an act of censorship, but a necessary stand in today's complex world? Join us as we unpack this pressing issue with Tom Hampson, a former undercover officer specializing in child sex trafficking investigations. Together, we explore the origins and ongoing impact of Banned Books Week, initiated by Judith Krug and the American Library Association in 1982. This discussion dives into the tension between parental rights and the ALA's policies, making a bold statement on the necessity of common sense when determining what content is appropriate for young minds in educational settings.
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What if you could teach your kids about faith and reclaim our Christian Holidays through children's favorite secular characters?
Anthony DeStefano, an acclaimed Christian author, joins us to reveal his unique approach to storytelling that brings Christian holidays back to their sacred roots. From "The Story of the First Easter Bunny" to "Christmas in Heaven," Anthony's books offer parents valuable tools to blend entertainment with spiritual lessons, making complex theological concepts accessible and enjoyable for children. His insights into the power of literature and the special bond formed when adults read to kids are sure to inspire anyone looking to enrich their family's faith journey.
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Getting real with Tom Renz takes us on an eye-opening journey through his relentless fight against corruption and his unwavering commitment to safeguarding constitutional freedoms. From his daring opposition to COVID-19 vaccine mandates to exposing systemic corruption and child sex trafficking, Tom's story is both inspiring and urgent. He shares his transition from a conventional law practice to becoming a leading voice for justice, emphasizing grassroots activism as a powerful tool for change.
His candid discussion sheds light on the monumental challenges he faces, including personal struggles such as his wife's stage four cancer diagnosis. Tom talks about facing relentless media attacks and the broader battle between good and evil, providing a compelling narrative that underscores the importance of courage and resilience. His exposure of systemic corruption offers chilling insights into the dark realities of child trafficking and the pervasive corruption that enables it, highlighting the need for public awareness and action.
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Jack reflects on the timeless teachings of Sunday's Scripture Readings to help us read the signs of the times!
Witnessing a beautiful sunset becomes a powerful symbol of God's presence, as we explore how His eternal truths resonate in our modern lives. We also confront the disturbing realities faced by children today, emphasizing the moral courage needed to protect them from those seeking to destroy them.
The struggle between good and evil takes center stage as we draw parallels to the persecution faced by Jesus and his apostles. Through insights from the Book of Wisdom and James, and the Gospel of Mark, we reveal how the righteous have always been challenged by the wicked. We delve into the societal celebration of pride, the pitfalls of moral relativism, and the consequences of a life devoid of divine guidance. Urging our listeners to seek divine strength and embrace their faith for ultimate salvation and peace. Join us for a thought-provoking journey that underscores the importance of humility, love, and reliance on God in navigating the trials of our times.
Concluding with the last letter of Blessed Nikolaus Gross (1943) to his wife and children. A father of seven, husband, and journalist who was executed by the Nazis for his outspoken resistance.
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Rediscovering Identity and Authentic Love.
What if understanding your true identity could transform your life? Join Jack as shares the story of a young man named Sean.
Explore the biblical account of Adam and Eve's fall from grace in Genesis 3 and the original Oppressor of human freedom.
Immerse yourself in a personal and spiritual journey that highlights the transformative power of faith, forgiveness, mercy, Reconciliation, and the Eucharist.
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Discover the transformative power of a classical education with Dale Ahlquist, president of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton. Ever wondered how a balanced curriculum can shape a more humane and understanding society? Join our engaging discussion as we unpack the mission of the Chesterton Schools Network and explore the indispensable role of the humanities, taught correctly, in today's world. Ahlquist sheds light on why integrating the humanities, philosophy and theology with STEM disciplines is vital for a complete education.
Get ready to rediscover the timeless values of truth, goodness, and beauty through the lens of classical education. We delve into the critical importance of traditional arts and rigorous academics in nurturing these values among students at Chesterton schools. Learn about the meticulous steps taken to ensure that education remains both affordable and high-quality.
We also take you behind the scenes of pioneering a new school model offering a refreshing alternative to fragmented public education systems. From innovative strategies like utilizing existing buildings to minimizing technology in classrooms, discover the practical steps taken to make this vision a reality.
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“America needs much prayer lest it lose its soul”—Saint John Paul II
We are travelers on a journey that has a destination. Our life is an adventure with battles to fight and people to love...and thankfully we have Jesus Christ, the ‘Word’, the Gospel of life and love as our signpost ...pointing us to all that is true, good and beautiful. In addition, we have been given a very special Saint and Prophet to help us decipher the signs of our time. His name is Karol Wojtyla, also known as Pope St. John Paul ll.
How is one to interpret the signs of the time?
In the United States in 1976, as part of for our nation’s bi-centennial celebration and two years before his ascendancy to the Chair of Peter, then Cardinal Karol Wojtyla spoke these words in an address in Philadelphia:
“I do not think that wide circles of American society or wide circles of the Christian community realize this fully. We are now facing the final confrontation between the Church and the anti-Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel.
Finally, we highlight the importance of love, both divine and human, in transforming our relationships and communities. Emphasizing the teachings of Pope John Paul II on authentic love, marriage, and sexuality, we stress the need to educate young people about these values. We offer practical ways to spread divine love in daily interactions, fulfilling the two great commandments and making a positive impact on those around us. Join us for an inspiring journey through faith, love, and the timeless wisdom of St. John Paul II.
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As the Election season approaches we are witnessing the collision of two powerful forces in opposition to one another!
At its foundation there have always been just two worldviews or forces that humanity is free to choose from. The City of man in which man makes himself god, "We will be like god, deciding what is good and what is evil" (Gen 3:5), or the City of God, where man acknowledges God and goes out to seek the "Truth", asking "how shall I live?" The man of pride, or the man of humility.
We ask, "can youth navigate the moral confusion of our times with integrity and hope?" and "Can love transcend societal constructs, and evil?"
Encounter the challenges posed by Marxist ideology and its impact on modern society, particularly concerning marriage, family, and Christian values. Through historical parallels and acts of defiance, learn about the transformative power of personal responsibility and faith in combating societal evils. We also explore the power of prayer, turning temptation into spiritual connection, and extending love to everyone we meet. Engage with your community, uphold values that protect life, family, and freedom, and discover the power of faith and love in overcoming modern challenges.
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The very fabric of our society is under threat from misleading ideologies. Join Thomas Hampson and I as we sit down with Dr. Miriam Grossman, a board-certified psychiatrist and author, who courageously exposes the hidden dangers of gender ideology and its profound impact on children. With insights drawn from her books "You're Teaching My Child What?" and "Lost in Trans Nation," Dr. Grossman challenges the notion that children can construct their own identities, warning of the severe consequences that follow. We also tackle the alarming trend of parental and institutional endorsement of these beliefs, discussing the urgent need for awareness and resistance to safeguard our children's well-being.
Discover the unsettling truth about the medicalization of children with gender dysphoria. We pull back the curtain on the financial and socio-political motivations that fuel the use of puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones, treatments fraught with potential long-term health risks and a lack of solid evidence.
Unveil the tragic legacy of Dr. John Money and his fraudulent gender theory through the heart-wrenching story of the Reimer twins. Finally, we examine the shifting opinions within the medical community and the growing skepticism about gender transition procedures for minors, suggesting a more cautious and truthful approach to gender identity issues.
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Steven Thomas walked across the United States and reveals how his pilgrimage, inspired by prayer and faith, gave him the strength to complete his novel, "Catholic Joe, Superhero", and tackle societal issues like the attacks on human dignity, marriage, and family.
Steven shares personal experiences, including a vivid supernatural event, and reflects on the teachings of John Paul II regarding the roots of evil and personal accountability. We delve into sensitive topics like vasectomies and the transformative understandings of Catholic teachings on marriage and contraception, highlighting the hope and spiritual growth inherent in these challenges.
Finally, we explore how to live out faith in everyday life, emphasizing that everything is a gift from God drawing inspiration from John Paul II and Fulton Sheen. We tackle real-life issues and the joy found in integrating faith into daily life through small yet powerful actions. Concluding with a story about the transformative impact of a simple religious booklet.
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We explore the consequences of society’s rejection of objective truths, such as the Ten Commandments and biological realities, and urge listeners to reflect on the importance of personal redemption and living out divine love according to biblical principles.
Journey with us as we revisit the origins of human sinfulness and the abandonment of objective truth, as depicted in Genesis, chapter three. Drawing from John Paul II's "Delecti Amici" and his Theology of the Body, we delve into the profound implications of being created in God's image and the sacredness of human procreation. This chapter underscores the catastrophic impact of the loss of life in the womb and the need to embrace our identity as beloved children of God, called to manifest His love in the world.
Despite the presence of evil both in the world and within the Church, there remains an enduring hope and attraction towards the Church and its sacraments. Discover how the mystery of Jesus Christ, the bridegroom, continually pursues His bride, the Church, through transformative encounters and the ultimate act of love depicted on the crucifix. We emphasize the importance of true love and the courage to resist popular opinion, urging listeners to unite with the eternal Bridegroom during Mass and embrace the good news of Christ's sacrificial love. Join us for a heartfelt and thought-provoking discussion on living out authentic love in a world rife with challenges.
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Educator sexual misconduct is a deeply troubling issue, and today we bring you an eye-opening discussion with Dr. Charol Shakeshaft. Her study revealed that approximately 10% of students experience sexual abuse by school employees—a statistic that called for urgent action. We explore the origins of her research, its public and congressional reception, and its significance during concurrent sexual abuse scandals in other institutions. Dr. Shakeshaft emphasizes education on boundaries through initiatives like "good touch, bad touch."
The episode further dissects the critical steps to take when allegations surface, stressing the necessity of specialized police intervention and clear communication policies within school districts. Grooming behaviors, like gift-giving by teachers, are discussed, along with the contentious topic of sex education standards.
As we delve deeper, we discuss the vital role of parents in sex education, advocating for a balanced approach that includes both biological information and moral guidance. With insights from Dr. Shakeshaft’s research and her forthcoming book, Organizational Betrayal: How Schools enable Sexual Misconduct and How to Stop Itwe address the broader efforts required to prevent child sexual abuse in schools. The conversation underscores the importance of parental involvement, legislative action, and community awareness in creating safer environments for our children. Don’t miss this comprehensive exploration of one of the most pressing issues facing our education system today.
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Ideological Infiltration, Media Bias, and Economic Consequences.
The United States is changing. We are nearing the point of no return and people can sense the decline all around them.
How deeply have socialist and Marxist ideologies infiltrated American institutions? Are we ready to elect Socialists to the most powerful positions in the world?
Jack and historian, crime investigator and journalist Tom Hampson discuss the roots of these pervasive influences. From education to media, we trace the origins back to the 1960s and explore the strategic roles of figures like Antonio Gramsci, Nikita Khrushchev as well as the warnings from influential voices such as Bishop Fulton Sheen about the spiritual battles underlying these political shifts.
We contrast these developments with the motivations of immigrants who seek freedom and opportunity in the United States, highlighting the stark differences between the ideological driven agendas of Harris and Walz and the American dream.
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What happens when young hearts are exposed to the harsh realities of distorted love? Join Jack as he shares the profound truths about authentic love and human sexuality.
Hear the true story of Sergeant Columban, whose life takes a miraculous turn during World War II after an unplanned meeting with Padre Pio. Experience the profound impact of a heartfelt confession that reignites his dream of priesthood, leading him to a life of spiritual fulfillment. Our discussion also touches on Padre Pio's extraordinary spiritual presence and his encounters with future Pope John Paul II. We then shift focus to the significance of a simple blue band worn as a reminder of God's constant presence and guidance. Embrace the mysteries of life with us, as we reflect on opening our hearts to Christ and ensuring His presence in our daily journey. This episode promises to inspire spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of authentic love.
This conversation isn't just about recognizing external beauty; its about the power of exterior beauty to draw us into the awe and wonder of interior beauty, where the true mystery lies...and it's about the internal struggle against lust and selfish desires, aiming to transform these battles into becoming someone capable of genuine, meaningful relationships!
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Is our modern world embracing a culture of death? Join us in this thought-provoking episode of the Become Who You Are podcast as we explore the timeless wisdom of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, Audience #98. We dissect the stark contrasts between the culture of life and the culture of death, especially in the context of today's heated debates on reproductive rights and abortion at the Democratic National Convention. With the guidance of scripture and saints, we challenge the prevailing cultural narratives and reaffirm the inherent dignity and divine calling within every human being.
Discover the profound beauty of love and sexuality within the sanctity of marriage, a topic often misunderstood in today's society. Modern culture tends to reduce sex to a mere physical act, neglecting its deeper emotional, psychological, and spiritual dimensions.
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As the DNC gets underway in my home town of Chicago promising free abortions and vasectomies, along with an 18-foot-tall inflatable IUD named "Freeda Womb" we come face to face with the Culture of Death.
How does one navigate the intricate spiritual battlefield between good and evil in today's society?
We begin with the story of the rich young man from the Gospels, who struggled to relinquish his earthly possessions in pursuit of eternal life.
Transitioning to a modern-day narrative, Jack shares his conversation with a young doctor disillusioned by the profit-driven nature of modern medicine, who redirected her path to become a life coach for healthcare professionals experiencing burnout. These stories illuminate the eternal quest for meaning and purpose beyond material wealth and professional success, urging us to choose life over fleeting earthly gains.
Additionally, we explore Dr. Gerald May's transformative journey from burnout to grace, emphasizing that our deepest yearning is for a connection with God. This episode promises a compelling discussion on finding true contentment and making lasting contributions to others through a spiritual understanding.
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Is modern progressive ideology contributing to the moral decay of our society? Join us as we explore this pressing issue, sparked by a thoughtful email from listeners Mike and Julie. Our discussion delves into how atheism, agnosticism, and the rejection of objective truth have led to a culture of moral relativism, particularly in public schools where sexual indoctrination and exploitation are becoming alarmingly prevalent. By comparing the past, when Christian values were more deeply ingrained in society, we highlight the importance of parents being vigilant and proactive in recognizing and combating the pervasive mystery of evil that threatens our children today.
We'll also examine the influence of Marxist and communist ideologies within the National Education Association (NEA) and their impact on family values and parental rights. By looking at the historical context, we connect the dots between current progressive movements, such as Critical Race Theory (CRT) and the LGBTQ agenda, and a troubling legacy of eugenics and systemic racism. Our heartfelt conversation underscores the need to restore truth and family values, urging listeners to reintegrate Christ into their lives and share these principles with their children.
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In today's episode Jack and Linda Pieper link the insights of St. John Paul II's theology of the body, audience #97, as a roadmap for returning to our divine purpose amidst the brokenness we encounter daily.
Love versus lust—a distinction that's crucial yet often misunderstood. We discuss how the loss of supernatural grace has led to humanity's moral decline, critiquing contemporary views on relationships and procreation.
Recently, during a Zoom fundraising event for “White Dudes for Harris,” U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg said that men have more freedom in a country where abortion on demand is the norm, because they do not have to take responsibility for their actions. According to Buttigieg, legal abortion makes men freer than they would be without it.
The implication was clear: abortion “frees” men from accountability, implying that women’s lives and choices are secondary to men’s convenience. Buttigieg’s remarks also overlook the profound effects—both physical and emotional—that abortion has on women.--Fr. Shenan Boquet
Marriage isn't just a social contract; it's a sacrament intertwined with redemption. Referencing insights from John Paul II and Christopher West, we explore how the union of man and woman mirrors the sacrament of redemption. We delve into societal issues such as LGBTQ+ relationships and pro-abortion platforms, emphasizing the necessity of returning to the grace offered by the sacraments.
Reflecting on the spiritual fruitfulness and motherhood within the Church, we highlight the spiritual battle against the distortions of sin and evil, advocating for a return to Christ's teachings to restore the sanctity of marriage and family and the dignity of woman in our civilization.
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Can we truly navigate the complexities of moral relativism and guide people towards objective truths? This episode promises to equip you with the tools to challenge the "my truth, your truth" mindset using the Socratic method. We reflect on how Jesus led individuals like John the Baptist's disciples and the rich young man to deeper moral and spiritual insights. By examining these Biblical interactions, we learn the importance of inviting people into a grand narrative rather than dictating beliefs, thereby fostering self-discovery, and a genuine search for meaning and purpose.
In our exploration of true love and authentic living, we delve into the moving encounter between Jesus and the young rich man, guided by the profound teachings of John Paul II. You’ll discover how living a life rooted in love as a gift transcends mere adherence to commandments. We also dissect the courage of parents defending their children from harmful ideologies, revealing whether their actions stem from genuine love and truth. Anchored in Biblical teachings, this episode calls for a return to objective moral foundations to instill hope in our often confusing modern world.
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Tom Hampson is co-hosting with me today and we are grateful to be with Monica Cline, founder of “It takes a family”.
Monica joins us to explain the nefarious nature of the National Sex Ed standards, also called Comprehensive Sex Ed, being pushed across the nation to rob children of their innocence.
Monica knows firsthand as a former Comprehensive Sex Educator (CSE) and Title X (family planning) Training Manager who was trained by the LGBTQ community and Planned Parenthood.
She shares her story including a conversion to Christianity, which prompted her to deeply question comprehensive the sex education and crisis pregnancy counseling that she was involved in.
Today, Monica boldly exposes the secular ideology behind comprehensive sex education and the abortion industry, which aim to destroy our children, families, and culture.
Monica encourages parents to RECLAIM PARENTHOOD by accepting their God given role as the primary authority and educators for their children. She teaches parents to follow God's command in Deuteronomy 6:7 to impress God's truth onto their children continually, because IT TAKES A FAMILY to raise strong children, build healthy communities, and form a great nation.
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Is the modern world distorting the sacredness of marriage, sexuality, and human dignity? Join us as we tackle these pressing issues through the lens of St. John Paul II's profound concept of the primordial sacrament, as articulated in his Theology of the Body, audience #96.
Discover how understanding this sacrament is fundamental to grasping Catholic teachings amidst contemporary challenges like the trans movement, same-sex marriage, abortion, and contraception. We reveal how the primordial sacrament of marriage, instituted before sin, serves as a visible sign of God's eternal love and desire for intimacy with humanity.
Our discussion doesn't stop at marriage; we dive deep into the battle for human dignity. We contrast the sacred nature of human identity bestowed by God with the profanation of these gifts by Satan. Through parallels between Christ's sacrificial love at the Last Supper and today's cry of "my body, my right," we underline the antithesis of divine self-giving. With personal anecdotes and scriptural references, we emphasize the universal need for God's mercy and redemption, drawing attention to the pervasive influence of secularism and the deceptive tactics of Satan, the father of lies.
Finally, we explore the ongoing spiritual battle for eternal union, emphasizing the sanctity of marriage and its divine purpose. This episode sheds light on the importance of redemption through faith practices such as Mass, confession, and prayer. We stress the need for virtues like faith, hope, and love to guide our journey toward eternal life. By restoring the primordial sacrament of marriage, we believe society can address broader issues and return to a state of harmony and purpose. Join us for this vital conversation and reflect on how these themes apply to our lives and society today.
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Have you ever encountered a figure so influential that their legacy resonates long after their passing? Join me as I sit down with Father Jeffrey Kirby, a renowned moral theologian, to discuss the incredible impact of Pope John Paul II. Father Kirby shares a touching story about his niece's surprising unfamiliarity with the former pope, which spurred him to write the article "John Paul Who?" in the Catholic Thing. We traverse the diverse facets of John Paul II's life, from his resilience under totalitarian regimes to his contributions as a poet, philosopher, and even a skier. Discover how his tireless work shaped the Catholic Church's stance against secularism and fortified the sanctity of marriage and family.
Our conversation extends to today's cultural and spiritual crises, emphasizing John Paul II's teachings on human dignity and virtue. We examine his critiques of Soviet communism and raw capitalism, and reflect on recent cultural events that mock sacred traditions.
This episode is a rich exploration of a legacy that continues to inspire and challenge the faithful.
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Is the sanctity of marriage under siege? Join us as we tackle the furor sparked by the mockery of Jesus at the Last Supper during the Paris Olympics' opening games.
From societal shifts like drag performances to controversial sports decisions, we explore how these trends reflect a deeper erosion of cultural values. By connecting these issues to the biblical narrative, we underscore the timeless importance of marriage and divine love as laid out from Genesis to Revelation and highlight Jesus's mission to restore unity and divine love.
We also reflect on the profound link between divine life and human sexuality, emphasizing the spiritual battle against sacred institutions attempting to destroy the imago Dei. Delving into Christ's sacrifice and the Eucharist, we discuss how they restore divine grace and unity. Drawing inspiration from St. Paul's teachings in Ephesians 5, we emphasize love's power to counter today's prevalent hatred and division.
Additionally, we celebrate athletes like a courageous Brazilian surfer finding alternative ways to express their faith amidst cultural challenges. Tune in for a call to return to the core biblical principles of love, unity, and faith.
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The Last Supper and the mockery in Paris France. Amazing that this is what France put out to showcase its culture to the world. Let's take a Biblical look at the events of the Last Supper and compare them to the opening ceremony of the Olympics.
Has the world forgotten the sacredness of the Last Supper? This episode of "Become Who You Are" confronts the mockery of this holy event at the Paris Olympics and examines the profound spiritual and cultural implications of such an affront. Join Jack as he reflects on France's spiritual heritage as the "eldest daughter of the Church" and how its recent actions highlight a significant moral decline. We discuss the societal chaos that stems from rejecting Christian values, contrasting the sacrificial love of Christ with the self-destructive paths of hedonism and selfishness that plague modern culture.
In this deeply reflective episode, we explore Jesus' teachings on the "bread of life" and their connection to Old Testament traditions. We delve into the Last Supper, where Jesus established the Eucharist, presenting himself as the ultimate sacrificial lamb. Our journey continues with a poignant reading from the book of Revelation, reminding us of Christ's imminent return and the eternal fulfillment found in his sacrifice. This is a call to understand the true purpose of the Eucharist, the ongoing spiritual nourishment from the Mass, and the urgent need to remain righteous amidst a declining moral landscape. Tune in for a compelling exploration of faith, redemption, and the transformative power of Christ's love.
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What happens when a seasoned Los Angeles deputy sheriff turns his life around through a deep spiritual awakening? Meet Jesse Romero, our special guest who shares his incredible journey from law enforcement to becoming a passionate Catholic lay evangelist. Discover how reading the Gospels in his mid-20s transformed Jesse's life, fueling his mission to spread the Gospel and write his new book, "One Lord, One Faith, One Church."
We dive deep into the steadfast foundation of the Catholic Church, exploring its apostolic succession and the profound presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. Despite centuries of trials and tribulations, the faith remains unshakably anchored in Christ. Jesse and I reflect on the historical legacy of the Church and its integral role in the eternal struggle between good and evil. We discuss how the Church has safeguarded its sacred traditions and spiritual heritage for over two millennia, maintaining a continuous and unbroken lineage that began with Christ Himself.
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In today's fragmented socio-political landscape, we examine the lack of unity among conservative and patriotic movements in America, especially on pivotal moral issues like abortion. Join us for this thought-provoking episode as we explore the path to reclaiming our moral compass and standing resolutely in the truth of faith and Scripture.
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Feeling lost and struggling with faith can be a profound and life-changing experience. My good friend Patrick Rogowski joins me for a heartfelt conversation about his journey from depression and spiritual disconnection to a transformative encounter with the Catholic Church. Despite being baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church, Patrick found himself drifting away from faith during his college years and slipping into a borderline agnostic phase. It wasn't until a pivotal moment in his mid-thirties that he experienced a spiritual rebirth, highlighting the profound difference between merely learning about faith and having a personal encounter with Christ. We explore how this encounter changed his life direction and provided a beacon of hope for those experiencing similar struggles.
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Dear Grandchildren,
What a gift you all are, each unique and unrepeatable, yet united as family and sustained by love.
Today I write to you about marriage and children, the Primordial or original Sacrament. This is a letter that some of you are not yet old enough to read or understand and that’s OK. When you’re ready this letter will be waiting. In it you will find described a timeless truth, the awe and wonder of marriage and children as it was in the beginning. The original model that, despite the effect of the sins of fallen man (men and women), is still the basic building block or cell of every human society throughout history. Furthermore, it is good to remember, despite the folly and pride of modern man who would like to think otherwise, he did not create marriage any more than he created himself. There was a time, not long before you were born, that this was obvious to everyone.
You on the other hand, are growing up in an unprecedented time in human history. A time when man has redefined marriage, demanded the right to kill their own children, and can no longer define what a woman is.
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Could the changes that followed Vatican II be the very reason you’re questioning your faith today?
Join Jack and musician, composer, and essayist Aurelio Porfiri, as they navigate the seismic shifts within the Catholic Church, from the traditional Latin Mass to the sweeping liturgical reforms of 1969. Jack shares his personal story of growing up amidst these changes, grappling with confusion and a search for understanding, and how delving into Vatican II documents, especially Sacrosanctum Concilium, brought both clarity and more questions. Aurelio's expert insights shed light on the widespread belief that Vatican II alone caused the upheaval, helping us separate fact from myth.
Join us as we explore the intricate roles of Popes Paul VI and John XXIII during the aftermath of Vatican II and address the pressing challenges modern Catholic families face, balancing traditional values with contemporary influences. We examine whether a return to the traditional Latin Mass can offer solace amidst today's crisis of faith and morals, and consider Pope Francis's complex leadership.
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The Right Hand Of The Lord Is Exalted, A History of Catholic Traditionalism From Vatican II to Traditionis Custodes.
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What if the recent attempt on President Trump's life is even more tragic than seems? What if it's a signal of deeper moral and cultural battles waging within the human heart and our nation? Join us as we take a sobering look at the aftermath of this violent act, the profound impact on those injured and their families, and the broader implications for our society. Through personal reflections and insights from the John Paul II Renewal Center, we investigate the opposing forces that shape the human heart and our collective future.
History teaches us that culture is the bedrock of any nation, but what happens when that foundation starts to crumble? Drawing wisdom from historical figures like John Adams and Bishop Fulton Sheen, we discuss the erosion of objective truth and the rise of moral relativism. We emphasize the critical role of the family in maintaining cultural integrity, especially as Western civilization faces unprecedented challenges and a shift away from Judeo-Christian values. This chapter serves as a stark reminder that the health of our nation relies on the moral and ethical principles upheld by its people.
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Is the Catholic Church facing an unprecedented crisis? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Bishop Athanasius Schneider as we tackle the pressing challenges undermining the Church and Western civilization today. We compare the current climate of relativism and heretical acceptance to historical crises such as the Arian crisis of the fourth century and the modernist theories of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Explore the nuances of the Second Vatican Council with us through the lens of Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre'sinterpretations. Reflecting on Pope Paul VI's indication that the council did not propose infallible teachings, we emphasize the importance of future magisterium to rectify these issues. Personal anecdotes and experiences are shared to provide practical advice for Catholic families aiming to prioritize their love for God as the cornerstone of their faith.
We also discuss the liturgical changes post-Vatican II, focusing on the significant departures from the guidelines of Sacrosanctum Concilium. Our discussion delves into the controversies surrounding the Novus Ordo Mass and the historical reactions from Church leaders. We explore why some clergy find the Traditional Latin Mass and its Christocentric approach uncomfortable compared to the anthropocentric Novus Ordo. Ending on a hopeful note, we underscore that the Church's essence is divinely safeguarded, irrespective of any one Pope's influence.
Recommended Books offering deeper understanding and spiritual growth by Bishop Schneider: (Order through the links below)
"Flee from Heresy"
"Credo"
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What if the battle between good and evil is more real and immediate than we realize? This episode explores the dramatic clash between these forces, highlighted by the recent assassination attempt on President Trump. We share our gratitude for his survival while mourning the tragic loss and critical injuries of others involved. By diving deep into the daily scripture readings, we uncover how the timeless struggle depicted in the Bible parallels current events. We expose the workings of the deep state, "Trump derangement syndrome," and the pervasive force of evil that has influenced humanity throughout history, drawing insights from St. Paul and St. John Paul II.
In our call to holiness and action, we turn to the prophet Amos, examining his mission to admonish the Israelites and the importance of nurturing societal goodness. By reflecting on the Psalms and St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we emphasize our universal call to holiness and confront the evil within our hearts. Discover why accepting Christ is crucial for bringing true goodness and beauty into our lives, paving the way for eternal life with God.
Join us in part two, coming soon, as we continue to unpack these powerful concepts. God bless you all.
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Ever wondered how divine love can transform your life and relationships? Tune into the "Become Who You Are" podcast as we explore St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, #95 unlocking the secrets to living a life full of grace and divine potential. Drawing on the wisdom of saints like St. Catherine of Siena and St. Athanasius, we dissect Ephesians 5's stunning analogy of spousal love between Christ and the Church. We contrast the corrosive effects of pornography with the pure, self-giving love that God envisions for us, urging listeners to reconnect with divine life to embody true love and gift.
Join us as we journey through the teachings of St. John of the Cross, emphasizing the transformative power of silence, prayer, adoration, and fasting. Discover how detaching from temporal pleasures can lead to a deeper connection with the divine. Using the Sanjuanist triangle, we illustrate how enriching marital relationships through a personal relationship with God can ripple out to bless the broader community. We also tackle modern societal challenges like contraception, pornography, and abuse, advocating for a return to the divine design of human love. Don't miss this episode calling you to embrace your divine potential and become your truest self.
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Initially I asked Dr. Teresa Hilgers of the world renowned Saint Paul VI Institute to come on our show to address the effect of contraceptives, especially oral contraceptives, on women's overall health. She did that and much more. It is our hope that you will take the time to listen or watch the interview and share it with friends and family. In addition your Parish Priest will find it helpful when addressing fertility issues with young couples, especially those preparing for marriage or dealing with infertility.
I invite you to join the conversation as we address the important topic of natural fertility care with Dr. Teresa Hilgers and explore the revolutionary innovations of the St. Paul VI Institute. Learn firsthand about the creation and global impact of the Creighton Model and NaPro Technology, developed by her father, Dr. Thomas Hilgers, along with his dedicated team. Discover how these groundbreaking methods support women in achieving or delaying pregnancy, while addressing a variety of gynecological issues in harmony with their natural cycles.
Dr. Teresa Hilgers also shares her expert insights on the ethical and medical implications of using birth control pills for health purposes beyond contraception. We discuss the significant side effects and the failure of these pills to address underlying health issues, offering an alternative perspective grounded in ethical medicine and aligned with the Catholic Church's teachings. You'll also gain a deeper understanding of natural family planning as a viable and effective alternative for delaying pregnancy and the value of understanding fertility cycles as a couple.
Explore the critical importance of fertility education, the risks and benefits of birth control, and the need for proactive diagnosis of conditions like endometriosis. Dr. Teresa provides valuable resources for finding NaPro doctors and outlines the global reach of their practice. Embrace the spirit of curiosity and questioning in science as we conclude with an enlightening discussion on the essence of scientific inquiry and the importance of humility in the medical field. This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone seeking ethical and effective reproductive health solutions.
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179 Woman's Reproductive Health with Dr. Thomas Hilgers, Director of the Saint Paul VI Institute
101: “Good News” in Women’s Reproductive Health, Dr. Hilgers is with us!!
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Our journey takes a compelling turn during a visit to a friend's lake home. Engaging conversations with young people reveal the struggles they face with identity, relationships, and gender ideologies. Drawing insights from John Paul II's theology of the body, we address the prevalent confusion and highlight the importance of seeking truth and understanding. Listen in as we explore a young woman's poignant admission of losing her sense of identity, underscoring the critical need for clarity in a complex modern culture.
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Can silence amidst the chaos of consumerism and incessant screen time truly lead us to discover our divine identity? Tune in to our latest episode of the Become Who You Are podcast as we explore St. John Paul II's theology of the body #94 and how modern distractions impede our spiritual growth.
Join us as we reflect on the profound connection between divine predestination and human responsibility in "Embracing Gifts of Faith and Sharing." Inspired by a message from the Pope, we dive into the sacrament of baptism and its transformative power.
...Reminding us of our duty to evangelize and the eternal significance of guiding others towards Christ.
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How do personal suffering and the quest for truth lead many to the transformative power of Christianity? Join Jack as he explores this profound journey with insights from influential thinkers like Tucker Carlson, Russell Brand, and Jordan Peterson. This episode starts by emphasizing the importance of mentoring young people and the life-altering encounter with Jesus Christ. Through a deep dive into Ephesians chapter 2, we unravel the stark contrast between a life driven by fleshly desires and one revitalized through Christ, and salvation as a divine gift of grace
We then turn to the timeless wisdom found in John Paul II's apostolic letter "Delecti Amici," directed towards the youth. Reflecting on Jesus' profound interaction with the rich young man, we discuss the critical role of commandments in guiding human behavior and their connection to our eternal vocation. By examining the Sermon on the Mount, we uncover the essence of the journey as a love story that calls us to a deeper, intimate relationship with God, transcending mere adherence to rules.
As we navigate the chapter on spiritual awakening and alcoholism recovery, we delve into Carl Jung's transformative insights and their impact on the formation of Alcoholics Anonymous. Highlighting Jung's pivotal conversation with Roland Howard and its influence on Bill W., we underscore the necessity of spiritual transformation for overcoming addiction. Finally, we offer practical reflections inspired by Sister Faustina's Divine Mercy, encouraging listeners to start their day with trust in Jesus and to channel this mindset into acts of kindness and love towards others. This enriching conversation blends theological insights with practical spirituality, offering a path to deeper understanding and transformation.
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Imagine for a moment facing the sweltering heat of a Chicago summer, only to find that your recording session has been disrupted:) That's where our story begins in this episode of the "Become who you Are" podcast. Jack will take you through the unexpected twists and turns, including a missed interview with Linda Pieper and Michael Warren Davis, author of "After Christendom," and a deep dive into Bishop Sheen's prophetic warnings from 1974 about the decline of Christendom. Amidst reflections on societal breakdowns like marital dysfunction and dishonesty, we emphasize the pressing need to say "yes" to Jesus Christ.
Join me, Jack, as I banter a bit and confront the battle for truth and faith in an increasingly progressive, i.e. hostile world.
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How do we protect the mental and physical well-being of our children in a world that often distorts fundamental truths about love, marriage, and family?
The Church has the answers and teaches beautiful lessons about human sexuality and our identity as sons and daughters of God, lessons that promote human flourishing. Yet, gender activists and their allies in the government and in the media denounce the Church's message of love as harmful and hateful. How should Catholics respond to that criticism?
John J. Bursch, author of "Loving God's Children," joins us on today's show to explain what the Church teaches and why the modern culture's embrace of "gender ideology" is not only wrong but terribly dangerous for parents and families, female athlete's, medical professionals---and especially those experiencing gender dysphoria.
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Today we explored the profound question of eternal life, delving into Jesus' transformative love and its power to inspire meaningful change in our hearts and in the world.
Join us as Jack unpacks Jesus' teachings from Matthew 5:20 and 19:16 where He calls for a righteousness that reaches beyond the letter of the law and issues stern warnings about leading others into sin. Reflecting on the lost sense of morality in today's society, we discuss how we can reignite our moral consciousness and embrace a deeper, more personal call to holiness. This segment serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of internalizing God's law and spreading His message beginning with our local communities.
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Is the disintegration of the family the root of societal ills? In this compelling episode of the Become Who You Are podcast, we dive into the rich teachings of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body to uncover how the breakdown of family values contributes to issues like gang violence and a lack of respect for life.
The idea of the home as the "domestic church" takes center stage as we discuss the vital role that marriage and family play in standing against harmful cultural norms. We explore the daily spiritual battles faced by Christians and the importance of striving for holiness in the face of evil. Through the lens and the wisdom of St. Pope John Paul II's Audience #93, we reflect on how marriage and family life mirror Christ's redemptive love for the Church, showing that true happiness and peace are found in living out this divine love.
A powerful homily by Father Michael O’Connor that I drew upon as Linda and I examine the indispensable role of family, the consequences of its fragmentation, and the urgent need to reintegrate Christ and the Church into our homes to address these pressing concerns. Father Michael O'Connor's Homily: Houston we have a problem; the breakdown of the family
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What if the ultimate battle between good and evil is happening right now, not just in ancient texts but in our daily lives? Join Jack on this thought-provoking episode of the Become Who You Are podcast, where we take a deep dive and explore how Jesus' confrontation with the Jews of His day mirrors the moral and spiritual struggles we face today. From the venomous backlash against God in the public square to the political and social unrest surrounding figures like Donald Trump and the Israel-Hamas conflict, we uncover the timeless relevance of Jesus' teachings and draw powerful connections to our contemporary world.
What does it take to truly embrace divine love in a society riddled with moral confusion?
Ever wondered how the sacredness of marriage and parenthood can reveal God's Trinitarian love?
Finally, we'll emphasize the hope and potential within today's youth, urging them to reconnect with faith and discover their true identity as beloved children of God, much like the serene stillness beneath turbulent waters. Tune in for a compelling discussion that promises to inspire and uplift.
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Can marriage mirror the divine love of Christ for the Church? On today's episode of Become Who You Are, we unpack this profound question with the help of insightful Co-host Linda Piper. Dive deep with us into the richness of St. John Paul II’s theology of the body Audience #92 as we discuss how our lived experiences, particularly in marriage and family, call us to embody the love of Christ amidst contemporary challenges.
Our exploration continues with a focus on the journey towards eternal life within marriage. We examine how the bond between husband and wife can reflect Christ’s love for the Church, using the analogy of the marriage feast of the Lamb. We highlight the significance of mutual love and sacrifice, and the importance of the sacramental sign of the inner life of the Trinity. St. Paul’s teachings in 2 Thessalonians guide us as we discuss the dangers of spiritual blindness and the necessity of keeping Christ at the center of our lives to avoid falling into selfishness and deception. Our conversation aims to illuminate the path of love and sacrifice that leads to a holy and fulfilling marriage.
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What if the world you see isn't what it seems? What two questions can I ask to cut through all the confusion between good and evil? Join us as we uncover the intricate spiritual battle lines drawn between good and evil in our modern world. Drawing from the profound insights of Cardinal Raymond Burke and Cardinal Caffarra, we dissect the accelerating presence of evil rooted deeply in the human heart and the critical importance of choosing a side. Through the lens of Jesus' teachings and Cardinal Caffarra's address at the Rome Life Forum, we explore how aligning with the Crucified and Risen One, with Christ's redemptive power is essential in these challenging times.
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What if the energy and passion of youth could lead us to a deeper understanding of love, truth, and beauty? On this episode of "Become Who You Are," join Jack on a transformative journey inspired by John Paul II's "Dilecti Amici- Dear Friends" We tackle the complex challenges young people face in today's world, which often seems lost in a collective amnesia of divine purpose. Discover how recognizing the larger narrative of human history can reveal your pivotal role in it, guiding you towards your true purpose and eternal destiny.
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Do modern views of love miss the mark? Discover how Catholic theology, with its Trinitarian love story, contrasts sharply with today's self-centered perspectives. We tackle the profound connection between love and suffering, drawing inspiration from Christ's sacrificial love for the Church. By stepping into this divine love story, we find grace, redemption, and the capacity to love sacrificially in our own lives and relationships.
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Facing the world today can sometimes feel like standing at the edge of a cliff, with the winds of cultural and spiritual turmoil threatening to push us over. Join me, Jack Rigert, as we navigate these tempestuous times, guided by the wisdom of Pope John Paul II and the poignant biblical story of Christ's encounter with the rich young man. This episode is a heartfelt call to the youth, and to all who mentor them, to recognize the fine line between the allure of kindness and the necessity of robust love—a love that doesn't shy away from the truth. Stories of young women grappling with identity and self-worth serve as our compass, leading us to understand how true compassion is the beacon that guides us towards redemption and an authentic sense of self.
As we seek direction in life, it's easy to be blinded by the glare of materialism and the hollow pursuit of status symbols. But what happens when we look beyond these distractions to the horizon of eternal life? I'll share the insights of Carl Jung and the powerful narrative of Prisha Mosley, a detransitioner whose experience raises a flag of caution for the medical community. Together, we'll consider the responsibilities of those who shape young lives and the profound impact of decisions made in the absence of reality's firm grip. Whether it's the quest for identity or the search for spiritual meaning, this episode is a journey into the depths of what it means to truly connect with others and embrace a life illuminated by truth and purpose.
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"I, Sister Faustina Kowalska, by the order of God, have visited the Abyssess of Hell so that I might tell souls about it and testify to its existence. The devils were full of hatred." (Faustina's Diary, #741).
The scenes were horrible, monstrous, "the shrieks and groans" terrifying...
You no longer have to visit Hell to hear the demons. The demons are amongst us.
Sister Lucia of Fatima wrote, "The last great battle between Our Lord and Satan is over Marriage and the Family." Speak of Marriage, the Family, Selfless Love and you will be attacked!
Marriage—a sacred union reflecting Christ's love for the Church—comes into focus as Linda and Jack unpack St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, #90. The symbolism isn't just for theologians; it's a blueprint for mutual and selfless love that challenges and enriches our understanding of submission. Our talk bridges the theoretical with the tangible, providing solace for those standing firm in their personal beliefs amidst a sea of societal pressures. Linda and I invite listeners, regardless of their relationship status, to ponder the transformative influence of sacrificial love in their own lives.
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Tom Hampson joins us to navigate the turbulent waters of faith and its intersection with evolving societal norms. Our conversation ventures into the heart of "The Battle for the Church," dissecting the contentious ground where love, compassion, and biblical principles collide, particularly within the United Methodist Church's evolving stance on LGBTQ issues. It's not just a discussion about church politics — we're examining the very essence of spiritual integrity and the repercussions for communities of faith when cultural tides pull congregations away from their scriptural moorings.
As we grapple with the ramifications of denominational shifts toward liberal interpretations of scripture, we're confronted with a harrowing question: What is the cost of a church's pursuit of inclusivity at the expense of doctrinal purity? This episode digs deep into the consequences for churches that struggle with LGBTQ acceptance, and we ponder the long-term vitality of faith institutions caught between the pressures of modernity and the call to uphold tradition. Hampson's investigative prowess sheds light on the complex dance between upholding truth and embracing all, inviting listeners to reflect on the spiritual pulse of our society.
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“In you there is hope, for you belong to the future, just as the future belongs to you. For hope is always linked to the future; it is the expectation of future good things.” --Pope John Paul ll
As a Christian virtue hope is linked to the expectation of those eternal good things which God has promised to man in Jesus Christ. And at the same time, this hope, as both a Christian and a human virtue, is the expectation of the good things which man will build, using the talents given him by Providence.[1]
In this sense the future belongs to you young people, just as it once belonged to the generation of those who are now adults, and precisely together with them it has become the present reality. Responsibility for this present reality and for its shape and many different forms lies first of all with adults. To you belongs responsibility for what will one day become reality together with yourselves, but which still lies in the future.[2]
When we say that the future belongs to you, we are thinking of human impermanence, which is always a journey towards the future.[3] The world that you find yourself in at this moment took shape by the young people who came before you and are now grown up. How did they do? Are you happy with the world, and if not, what will you do differently?
I ask, do you have hope? Not all young people do. My heart goes out to them and to you, these are confusing times in which to grow up.
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[1] Pope John Paul II, Dilecti Amici, No. 1.
[2] Ibid
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"The body, in fact, and only the body, makes visible the invisible: the spiritual and the divine. It has been created to transfer into the visible reality of the world the mystery hidden from eternity in God, and thus to be a sign of it" (TOB 19:4).
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss what the world seeks to destroy, the beauty of love.
This is episode #89 of Saint John Paul II's "Man and Woman He Created Them, A theology of the Body".
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Daniel Fitzpatrick and I discuss "Restoring the Lord's Day" his new book, written in a way that is like a balm for the body and the soul. How Reclaiming Sunday will flow over and revive our Human Nature.
We live in a culture and a society in need of healing, and our conversation turned to the sanctuary of Sundays, a day that seems to have lost its sacredness amidst our hectic schedules. As Daniel and I shared personal stories and theological insights, he illuminated the deep-seated yearnings for connection and the spiritual rejuvenation that can be found in the rhythms of the liturgy—reminding us all that the Lord's Day is more than obligation; it's a foundation for a fulfilled life.
Daniel Fitzpatrick lives in New Orleans with his wife and four children. He is the author of the novels Only the Lover Sings and First Make Mad. His verse translation of the Divine Comedy, illustrated by Timothy Schmalz, was published in 2021 in honor of the seven hundredth anniversary of Dante’s death. He is the editor of Joie de Vivre, a journal of art, culture, and letters for South Louisiana, and he teaches English at Jesuit High School of New Orleans.
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It’s always been a love story… and I knew it in second grade
Jesus turned, saw them following, and said to them, “What Do you seek?” And they said to him, “Rabbi” (which means teacher), “where are you staying?” He said to them, “Come and see” (John 1:38-39)
I’ve been studying, teaching and speaking on Pope John Paul II’s work, especially his theology of the body for almost 17 years now and as dense as his extensive body of work can seem at times it dawned on me that it’s not that difficult to understand… really.
You just have to keep in mind that it’s about God’s plan for us and God’s plan has always been a love story. We were created for one main purpose, and that’s to make God’s own eternal love story visible in the created world.
In a sense I already knew this in second grade. I was born on the South Shore of Chicago, the oldest of five boys. We lived on the second floor of my grandparents two-flat, and they lived beneath us. In the back was a small yard with a gate that opened to the alley, our main artery to the rest of the world. It was here that my brothers and I were awakened to the three core themes that are built into the very DNA of a man. That life is to be an adventure, that’s going to be a battle, and finally that the meaning and purpose behind it all is beauty, especially the beauty of love.
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Join Linda and Jack as they discuss St Paul's letter to the Ephesian's through the lens of Saint John Paul II's TOB.
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Dale Ahlquist, President of the GK Chesterton Society, and I dissect the profound impact of 'Localism' as the antidote to the swelling tide of globalism. Prepare to uncover the treasures and enduring wisdom of the Catholic Churchs social teaching, offering a blueprint for ownership and independence that stands in stark contrast with the shortcomings of both unbridled capitalism and socialism.
Feel the pulse of community empowerment as we delve into the crucial balance of personal and societal obligations. Our conversation will transport you to the heart of local economies and the essence of democracy, where the principles of subsidiarity and solidarity take center stage. Together, we'll navigate the challenging waters of preserving the core pillars of society—marriage, family, and faith—against the backdrop of political and economic centralization. Be inspired by tangible success stories from around the world, including Senator Marco Rubio's reflections on "Localism in American Politics" and the influence of small ownership on a thriving economy.
Finally, our episode transcends the theoretical, offering practical insights and strategies for nurturing a fulfilling life. Discover the transformative power of connecting with our immediate surroundings, prioritizing family, self-sufficiency, and community cohesion. We'll tackle the pressing issues of technology's grip and the true meaning of wealth, leaving you with a renewed perspective on how to foster a more grounded existence.
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It should not surprise us by now but it does...that our children's innocence and the moral compass of our education system are under siege, with ideologies utterly obliterating the moral imaginations of the young minds we're meant to nurture and protect. Joining me and Tom Hampson as we expose the skewed gender ideologies that are used as a cover to infuse pornography into educational materials. Our discourse is not for the faint-hearted; it's a battle cry against the veiled agendas corrupting our children and where accusations of hate and bigotry are often hurled at those who dare to challenge this new status quo.
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The peace Christ offers is not just a tranquil absence of discord but the transformative power of divine grace. Through the lens of John Paul II's Theology of the Body, #87, we enter Part 2 of this great body of work, "The Sacrament"
In Jesus' Passion and the triumph over sin and death, we are offered "redemption of the body" and the power of Divine Life and Love, Grace, to rise with him and overcome the temptations of pride, worldly allure, and fleshly desires.
Wrapping with St. Catherine of Siena who challenges us to act as vessels of God's love amidst the turbulence of our world.
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It started when I commented on Sachin Jose’s post on X of a picture of Russell Brand reciting the Rosary and encouraging people to do the same. Brand, who has millions of followers on social media, has been sober for some seventeen years after struggling with drugs and alcohol addiction. Add the announcements from Candace Owens, Tammy Peterson, and the fact that there were a record number of Baptisms in France, 12,000 people, adults and adolescents, entering the Catholic Church this Easter had me exclaiming, “Now that is some very good news, welcome to the Wedding Feast Everyone!”
But how can this be? Aren’t the attacks by the morally reprehensible government officials and the deep state in the United States, Canada and across Western Europe finally putting an end to God and the Church?
Why the hope?
But how can this be? Aren’t the attacks coming from within by the morally reprehensible in the Vatican and the deep Church who “scoff at reverent liturgy, biblical sexual ethics, turn a blind eye to the organ harvesting of the Communist regime in China”[1] and serve as chaplains to the World Economic Forum finally putting an end to God and the Church?
Why the hope?
Why are people who see the evil around them and even within the Church drawn to the Rosary and the Sacraments?
Why the hope? Because Jesus Christ is the Head, the Bridegroom, who pursues his Bride to the ends of the earth seeking an intimacy with her that sounds too good to be true. But this is the very logic of the Christianity. Many are waking up to the reality that something has gone very wrong, Men have forgotten God, and that they are being drawn to the Narrow Gate that leads them into the Body of Christ, His Bride, the Church.
[1] Cf. The Great Campaign against the Great Reset, by Jason Jones, pg. 17.
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The transformative journey that would lead Dom David Watters, a son of missionaries living in Kathmandu, to the serene life of a Benedictine Monk of Perpetual Adoration.
Dom David Waters joins us from the emerald hills of Ireland to share his remarkable path from the vibrant streets of Kathmandu to the sacred silence of a monastery. His tale is an invitation to explore the enchanting liturgy that called to him, the Benedictine discipline of interweaving labor with prayer, and the power of adoration that continues to mold his spiritual journey.
We also discuss the New Edition of "Just For Today." Short Daily Meditations from Saint Therese of Lisieux matched with entries from one of her favorite books, The Imitation of Christ.
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Linda Pieper and I confront the "3S highway to nowhere" head-on. Challenging the pervasive narratives that lead to... Self-seeking, i.e. PRIDE, Sexual Liberation, i.e. LUST, and a reliance on the god of the State, i.e. Tyranny.
Evil begins at the level of the individual human heart and so does the solution: the "Redemption of the Body/Person". The VICTORY over sin and death, that Jesus Christ has brought and revealed...the "freedom and glory" to be shared by the "children of God."
This is Saint John Paul II's Audience #86, presented on July 21, 1982. Found in "Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body"
The name "Rainbow Wolves" in the Title came from an article by Catholic Vote that is an important read.
Stand up to protect Children!
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Discover why contemplating our eternal destiny is more crucial now than ever as we navigate society's shifting ideologies. This episode of the Become Who You Are podcast invites you on a journey through John Paul II's inspirational teachings, directly impacting today's youth and the world at large.
Embark on an exploration of the stark contrasts: the Christian acknowledgment of human imperfection and salvation's calling versus society's trend to redefine innate nature, epitomized by transgender ideologies. This episode doesn't shy away from hard truths; it challenges us to confront the consequences of a culture that overlooks the cosmic struggle between good and evil, leading to a profound crisis in youth mental health and a vacuum of absolute truth. Together, we reflect on Pope John Paul II's wisdom, which illuminates the path to solace and purpose in the midst of chaos.
The sacrifice of Christ on the Cross isn't merely a historical event but a cornerstone for understanding our existence and navigating life's complexities. This conversation is an invitation to open your heart to the transformative power of Christ's love.
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Discover why contemplating our eternal destiny is more crucial now than ever as we navigate society's shifting ideologies. This episode of the Become Who You Are podcast invites you on a journey through John Paul II's inspirational teachings, directly impacting today's youth and the world at large.
Embark on an exploration of the stark contrasts: the Christian acknowledgment of human imperfection and salvation's calling versus society's trend to redefine innate nature, epitomized by transgender ideologies. This episode doesn't shy away from hard truths; it challenges us to confront the consequences of a culture that overlooks the cosmic struggle between good and evil, leading to a profound crisis in youth mental health and a vacuum of absolute truth. Together, we reflect on Pope John Paul II's wisdom, which illuminates the path to solace and purpose in the midst of chaos.
The sacrifice of Christ on the Cross isn't merely a historical event but a cornerstone for understanding our existence and navigating life's complexities. This conversation is an invitation to open your heart to the transformative power of Christ's love.
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As our discourse unfolds, the ephemeral world collides with the timeless kingdom of God and the essence of true human dignity.
Embark with us through the sacred corridors of marriage and divine destiny often clouded by today's cultural distortions.
Linda Piper helps us peel back the layers of misconception shrouding young love's permanence, and the societal pressures distorting our relationship ideals.
This is Audience #85 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on July 14, 1982.
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As our discourse unfolds, the ephemeral world collides with the timeless kingdom of God and the essence of true human dignity.
Embark with us through the sacred corridors of marriage and divine destiny often clouded by today's cultural distortions.
Linda Piper helps us peel back the layers of misconception shrouding young love's permanence, and the societal pressures distorting our relationship ideals.
This is Audience #85 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on July 14, 1982.
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I have been a fan of Jason Jones ever since he was an executive producer of Bella, still one of my all-time favorite movies. He was also an associate producer of The Stoning of Soraya M, is a pro-life activist, popular podcast host, and tireless human rights worker. His humanitarian efforts have aided millions in Afghanistan, Nigeria, and the Ukraine, as well as pregnancy centers and women’s shelters throughout North America.
Jason’s pro-life journey and work began while he was playing on the high school football team. The day after homecoming, on a Saturday morning, his girlfriend rode her bike over, knocked on the door and came into his room, waking him up with the words, “I’m pregnant.”
In the interview he details the tragic event leading to the forced trimester abortion of the child that put him on a path to rescue and defend innocent and vulnerable people all over the world. These range from the child in the womb to the over one million Uighurs in Chinese concentration camps who are having their organs harvested and forcibly being mass sterilized in Chinese occupied East Turkestan. And the reason for the imprisonment of the Uighurs, the Communist Chinese party (CCP) says, is to prevent domestic terrorism, and root out hate speech. That means rooting out those with religious beliefs who would seek to build a culture other than the official government position. The CCP is also importing vast numbers of people into this area to dilute the population.
Does any of this sound familiar to those of us living in the United States of America?
The Great Campaign against the Great Reset, Jason’s new book, got its name from what Pope John Paul II wrote in Evangelium Vitae, the Gospel of Life:
"What is urgently called for is a general mobilization of consciences and a united ethical effort to activate a great campaign in support of life. All together, we must build a new culture of life" – Pope St. John Paul the Great
Jason, as did John Paul II, has a special place in his heart for young people and opens his book with a chapter dedicated to them. “The moral imagination of our young people has been utterly obliterated by porn and by TikTok, YouTube, FB and Instagram reels.
You won’t want to miss this important show and please share it with your friends, family and young people!
“It’s like in the great stories, Mr. Frodo,” says Samwise Gamgee. “Folk in those stories had lots of chances of turning back, only they didn’t. They kept going, because they were holding on to something. That there is some good in this world, and it’s worth fighting for.”
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I have been a fan of Jason Jones ever since he was an executive producer of Bella, still one of my all-time favorite movies. He was also an associate producer of The Stoning of Soraya M, is a pro-life activist, popular podcast host, and tireless human rights worker. His humanitarian efforts have aided millions in Afghanistan, Nigeria, and the Ukraine, as well as pregnancy centers and women’s shelters throughout North America.
Jason’s pro-life journey and work began while he was playing on the high school football team. The day after homecoming, on a Saturday morning, his girlfriend rode her bike over, knocked on the door and came into his room, waking him up with the words, “I’m pregnant.”
In the interview he details the tragic event leading to the forced trimester abortion of the child that put him on a path to rescue and defend innocent and vulnerable people all over the world. These range from the child in the womb to the over one million Uighurs in Chinese concentration camps who are having their organs harvested and forcibly being mass sterilized in Chinese occupied East Turkestan. And the reason for the imprisonment of the Uighurs, the Communist Chinese party (CCP) says, is to prevent domestic terrorism, and root out hate speech. That means rooting out those with religious beliefs who would seek to build a culture other than the official government position. The CCP is also importing vast numbers of people into this area to dilute the population.
Does any of this sound familiar to those of us living in the United States of America?
The Great Campaign against the Great Reset, Jason’s new book, got its name from what Pope John Paul II wrote in Evangelium Vitae, the Gospel of Life:
"What is urgently called for is a general mobilization of consciences and a united ethical effort to activate a great campaign in support of life. All together, we must build a new culture of life" – Pope St. John Paul the Great
Jason, as did John Paul II, has a special place in his heart for young people and opens his book with a chapter dedicated to them. “The moral imagination of our young people has been utterly obliterated by porn and by TikTok, YouTube, FB and Instagram reels.
You won’t want to miss this important show and please share it with your friends, family and young people!
“It’s like in the great stories, Mr. Frodo,” says Samwise Gamgee. “Folk in those stories had lots of chances of turning back, only they didn’t. They kept going, because they were holding on to something. That there is some good in this world, and it’s worth fighting for.”
Follow the Jason Jones show Podcast
The vulnerable people project.com
The great campaign.org
Get the book.
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It's an injustice what is being done to today's children.
We are engaged in a definitive battle between what Pope John Paul II called the culture of life and the culture of death. In this battle there will be no grand leader or political force riding in on a great white stallion to rescue humanity...YET THERE IS A HERO!...or better yet millions of heroes.
That hero is you and millions of others, who through their collective actions realize that Saint Irenaeus was correct when he exclaimed, "The Glory of God is man, men and women, fully alive".
We're facing a historical crossroads where the concepts of love, sexuality, and human dignity are under siege. The statistics on LGBTQ identification among our youth demand we take a hard look at the cultural forces at play. Tapping into the profound teachings of John Paul II, this episode is a battle cry for parents and guardians to harness the transformative power of Love Ed, equipping them to lead their children with courage and wisdom.
In an age where neo-Marxism, with its ideologies based on the culture of death, seems to shake the pillars of marriage and family, we peel back the layers to reveal that enduring union and fulfillment are not found in societal constructs but through God's unwavering Covenant.
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It's an injustice what is being done to today's children.
We are engaged in a definitive battle between what Pope John Paul II called the culture of life and the culture of death. In this battle there will be no grand leader or political force riding in on a great white stallion to rescue humanity...YET THERE IS A HERO!...or better yet millions of heroes.
That hero is you and millions of others, who through their collective actions realize that Saint Irenaeus was correct when he exclaimed, "The Glory of God is man, men and women, fully alive".
We're facing a historical crossroads where the concepts of love, sexuality, and human dignity are under siege. The statistics on LGBTQ identification among our youth demand we take a hard look at the cultural forces at play. Tapping into the profound teachings of John Paul II, this episode is a battle cry for parents and guardians to harness the transformative power of Love Ed, equipping them to lead their children with courage and wisdom.
In an age where neo-Marxism, with its ideologies based on the culture of death, seems to shake the pillars of marriage and family, we peel back the layers to reveal that enduring union and fulfillment are not found in societal constructs but through God's unwavering Covenant.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Love is indeed "ecstasy" not in the sense of a moment of intoxication, but rather as a journey, an ongoing exodus out of the closed, inward looking self, towards liberation through self-giving, and thus towards authentic self-discovery and indeed..the discover of God.
The profound impact of our choices in love—be it in marriage or celibacy—on our path to our truest selves and God.
In our intimate conversation, we contrast the hallowed nature of matrimony with today's cultural distortions, unraveling the tapestry of Catholic marital sanctity and the indispensable role of grace in love's fulfilling journey. We ponder the Trinity's perfect love as a mirror for the sacramental union of spouses, celebrating the marital bond's reflection of the eternal. The dialogue weaves through the fabric of family life, highlighting each moment's potential for holiness, and culminates in an understanding of the deeper spiritual union that marriage signifies—a prelude to our ultimate communion with the Divine. Join us and elevate your perception of love, intimacy, and the sacred vocation of marriage.
This is Audience #84 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on July 7, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Love is indeed "ecstasy" not in the sense of a moment of intoxication, but rather as a journey, an ongoing exodus out of the closed, inward looking self, towards liberation through self-giving, and thus towards authentic self-discovery and indeed..the discover of God.
The profound impact of our choices in love—be it in marriage or celibacy—on our path to our truest selves and God.
In our intimate conversation, we contrast the hallowed nature of matrimony with today's cultural distortions, unraveling the tapestry of Catholic marital sanctity and the indispensable role of grace in love's fulfilling journey. We ponder the Trinity's perfect love as a mirror for the sacramental union of spouses, celebrating the marital bond's reflection of the eternal. The dialogue weaves through the fabric of family life, highlighting each moment's potential for holiness, and culminates in an understanding of the deeper spiritual union that marriage signifies—a prelude to our ultimate communion with the Divine. Join us and elevate your perception of love, intimacy, and the sacred vocation of marriage.
This is Audience #84 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on July 7, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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As the shadow of today's Solar Eclipse swept across our skies I have to accept that the emotions and tears that left some of them speechless (or so they said while they continued to speak) were truly heart felt. I hope so. Let us pray for our bothers and sisters, the talking heads of Mass Propaganda, that they may go home and "ponder what sort of greeting this might be" (Luke 1:29).
It's more than interesting that the event that sparked the imagination of so many across our Nation took place on the Solemnity of the Annunciation and the day after Divine Mercy Sunday!
Have you ever considered how a child's unfiltered curiosity can lead to the most profound discoveries? This episode invites you to reignite that innate sense of wonder, whether it's through pondering the philosophical questions that shaped ancient Greece or considering the staggering scope of the cosmos. We'll journey through cultural shifts and personal quests for meaning, finding that our stories are intertwined with a divine narrative. Our conversation will reveal how embracing love, work, and the search for truth can offer us a compass.
I share reflections on the transformative power of opening our hearts and becoming vessels of love in our everyday lives. The saints teach us that our deepest longings are not just personal desires, but calls to encounter the divine. As we conclude, I leave you with a message of hope, inviting you to join in the greater story of love, where each act of kindness brings us closer to understanding our purpose and experiencing the fullness of life.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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As the shadow of today's Solar Eclipse swept across our skies I have to accept that the emotions and tears that left some of them speechless (or so they said while they continued to speak) were truly heart felt. I hope so. Let us pray for our bothers and sisters, the talking heads of Mass Propaganda, that they may go home and "ponder what sort of greeting this might be" (Luke 1:29).
It's more than interesting that the event that sparked the imagination of so many across our Nation took place on the Solemnity of the Annunciation and the day after Divine Mercy Sunday!
Have you ever considered how a child's unfiltered curiosity can lead to the most profound discoveries? This episode invites you to reignite that innate sense of wonder, whether it's through pondering the philosophical questions that shaped ancient Greece or considering the staggering scope of the cosmos. We'll journey through cultural shifts and personal quests for meaning, finding that our stories are intertwined with a divine narrative. Our conversation will reveal how embracing love, work, and the search for truth can offer us a compass.
I share reflections on the transformative power of opening our hearts and becoming vessels of love in our everyday lives. The saints teach us that our deepest longings are not just personal desires, but calls to encounter the divine. As we conclude, I leave you with a message of hope, inviting you to join in the greater story of love, where each act of kindness brings us closer to understanding our purpose and experiencing the fullness of life.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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The Final Episode in our series! You wont want to miss this. The final Rules are about getting to know how the enemy works and getting to know thyself!
A discussion of Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits based on the Rules of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. These rules help us to become aware of and understand the different movements of our soul so that we can begin to move away from spiritual anxiety and despair to the grace, healing and love that God desires for each of us.
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." -- John 14:27
Scripture: Psalms 51, 91 and 130 and Isaiah 43:1-7
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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The Final Episode in our series! You wont want to miss this. The final Rules are about getting to know how the enemy works and getting to know thyself!
A discussion of Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits based on the Rules of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. These rules help us to become aware of and understand the different movements of our soul so that we can begin to move away from spiritual anxiety and despair to the grace, healing and love that God desires for each of us.
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." -- John 14:27
Scripture: Psalms 51, 91 and 130 and Isaiah 43:1-7
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Embark on an enlightening quest with Jack Rigert and Father Ryan Browning as they discuss the profound teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola on spiritual warfare and the discernment of the spirits.
This is Episode 6 of 7 covering Rules 8-11.
Our final episode in this series will air Friday.
Join us to illuminate the intricacies of the spiritual journey, discussing the natural oscillations between the consolations and desolations that touch every soul.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Embark on an enlightening quest with Jack Rigert and Father Ryan Browning as they discuss the profound teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola on spiritual warfare and the discernment of the spirits.
This is Episode 6 of 7 covering Rules 8-11.
Our final episode in this series will air Friday.
Join us to illuminate the intricacies of the spiritual journey, discussing the natural oscillations between the consolations and desolations that touch every soul.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
John Paul II Renewal Center
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
John Paul II Renewal Center
902 S Randall Road
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
John Paul II Renewal Center
902 S Randall Road
STE C #296
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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Join Jack and Thomas Hampson as they discuss Tom's latest article, "It's Nose In The Tent", the bullying law in Illinois, dissecting its implications for parental rights and traditional values. As we explore this landscape, Tom's compelling stories remind us of the stakes involved – it's a conversation that cuts to the core of what it means to safeguard our children's future in an ever-changing world.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Join Jack and Thomas Hampson as they discuss Tom's latest article, "It's Nose In The Tent", the bullying law in Illinois, dissecting its implications for parental rights and traditional values. As we explore this landscape, Tom's compelling stories remind us of the stakes involved – it's a conversation that cuts to the core of what it means to safeguard our children's future in an ever-changing world.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
John Paul II Renewal Center
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STE C #296
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As the Lenten season ushers in a time for reflection, Father Ryan Browning joins us to illuminate the often-misunderstood battlefield of spiritual warfare. This episode promises an enlightening exploration of the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the discernment of spirits, offering invaluable guidance for those who find themselves grappling with the unseen forces that tug at our souls. Through Father Browning's profound insights, we confront the confusion surrounding the devil's existence and the significance of maintaining a balanced perspective on his influence over our daily lives.
In our spiritual series, we share stirring testimonies of those who've encountered dark oppressions and emerged with a reinforced faith and dedication to religious practice. Uncover the power of confession, prayer, and ecclesiastical support in reinforcing our spiritual defenses. As we embark on the transformative journey of Lent, we invite you to discover the strength that lies in prayer and fasting, fortified by God's grace, to triumph over habitual sins and draw ever closer to the Divine.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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This is an introduction to a series that was originally recorded during the Covid Lock-down, we thought that it was time to once again visit this series and study the timeless wisdom of Saint Ignatius.
We're in a historical moment, faced with an election period that demands a deeper understanding of the forces shaping our lives and society. Together, we'll explore how Saint Ignatius' 14 rules for discernment can illuminate the spiritual tug-of-war within us all. This discussion is not just timely; it's crucial for anyone grappling with questions of identity, purpose, and love against a backdrop of moral and societal upheaval.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
John Paul II Renewal Center
902 S Randall Road
STE C #296
St. Charles, IL. 60174***Support the show
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This is an introduction to a series that was originally recorded during the Covid Lock-down, we thought that it was time to once again visit this series and study the timeless wisdom of Saint Ignatius.
We're in a historical moment, faced with an election period that demands a deeper understanding of the forces shaping our lives and society. Together, we'll explore how Saint Ignatius' 14 rules for discernment can illuminate the spiritual tug-of-war within us all. This discussion is not just timely; it's crucial for anyone grappling with questions of identity, purpose, and love against a backdrop of moral and societal upheaval.
Join us on a profound quest to uncover the mysteries of spiritual warfare and discernment, guided by Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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Can the very fabric of our parental rights and societal norms withstand the seismic shifts introduced by Illinois HB 4876 and the redefinition of Title IX? This burning question underpins our latest episode as we reunite with the ever-perceptive Tom Hampson to dissect this controversial bill and its Orwellian overtones. Tom unearths the astonishing pace at which traditional definitions of child welfare are being upended, as we scrutinize the potential national ripple effects of such drastic legislative changes. We confront head-on the impact of gender ideology's rising tide in education and its staggering statistical stronghold among our youth, igniting a discussion on the necessity of a cultural reset to preserve our foundational values.
The tug-of-war between government oversight and the sanctity of parental rights takes center stage as we navigate the policy pendulum from the Obama administration to Trump, and now back to Biden. The concept of a "deep state" lurking behind the scenes is not just a plot twist in a political thriller—it's a reality we explore, delving into its implications on our cultural identity and the integrity of family structures. In an age where the lines between truth and fallacy blur, we urge the church to step up and lead the charge against cultural lies, falsehoods and deceptions.
It's not brain surgery, just speak the TRUTH!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Can the very fabric of our parental rights and societal norms withstand the seismic shifts introduced by Illinois HB 4876 and the redefinition of Title IX? This burning question underpins our latest episode as we reunite with the ever-perceptive Tom Hampson to dissect this controversial bill and its Orwellian overtones. Tom unearths the astonishing pace at which traditional definitions of child welfare are being upended, as we scrutinize the potential national ripple effects of such drastic legislative changes. We confront head-on the impact of gender ideology's rising tide in education and its staggering statistical stronghold among our youth, igniting a discussion on the necessity of a cultural reset to preserve our foundational values.
The tug-of-war between government oversight and the sanctity of parental rights takes center stage as we navigate the policy pendulum from the Obama administration to Trump, and now back to Biden. The concept of a "deep state" lurking behind the scenes is not just a plot twist in a political thriller—it's a reality we explore, delving into its implications on our cultural identity and the integrity of family structures. In an age where the lines between truth and fallacy blur, we urge the church to step up and lead the charge against cultural lies, falsehoods and deceptions.
It's not brain surgery, just speak the TRUTH!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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We are all a union of our interior and exterior life. Embodied Souls with hearts that need to be transformed!
Today in TOB #83 Jack addresses a very important, to all of us, presentation by Pope John Paul II given on June 30, 1982. He was truly a prophet for our time. Today he begins with St Paul's letter to the Corinthians, 1 Cor 7:29-32.
I add from the Prophet Jeremiah, "More tortuous than all else is the human heart, beyond remedy; who can understand it? 'I, the Lord, alone probe the mind and test the heart'" (Jer 17:5-10).
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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We are all a union of our interior and exterior life. Embodied Souls with hearts that need to be transformed!
Today in TOB #83 Jack addresses a very important, to all of us, presentation by Pope John Paul II given on June 30, 1982. He was truly a prophet for our time. Today he begins with St Paul's letter to the Corinthians, 1 Cor 7:29-32.
I add from the Prophet Jeremiah, "More tortuous than all else is the human heart, beyond remedy; who can understand it? 'I, the Lord, alone probe the mind and test the heart'" (Jer 17:5-10).
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As evil continues to accelerate to insane levels in our Country, and in our beloved Church, it can become overwhelming. Yet just at this point you also begin to notice the increasing number of truth seekers, using their God-given reason to guide them, beginning to be drawn to Jesus Christ!
Jesus answered and said..."Now is the time of judgement on this world; now the ruler of this world will be driven out. and when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw everyone to myself" (John 12:30-32).
This episode ventures deep into the heart of the final confrontation prophesied by Sister Lucia of Fatima, unveiling the nature of an "anti-creation" that seeks to dismantle the divine order. We stand at the precipice, urging the faithful to hold steadfast in their convictions in the face of relentless opposition and societal upheaval.
In a world where deception often masquerades as truth, we celebrate the power of genuine faith and the redemptive power of Jesus Christ. This episode doesn't just analyze the clash between truth and lies – it's a rallying call to allow your own heart to be transformed and then to "Go out"... for active community engagement and the transformative power of living out the virtues inspired by the crucified and risen Christ. Join us as the culture needs voices like yours to champion the cause of truth and love.
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As evil continues to accelerate to insane levels in our Country, and in our beloved Church, it can become overwhelming. Yet just at this point you also begin to notice the increasing number of truth seekers, using their God-given reason to guide them, beginning to be drawn to Jesus Christ!
Jesus answered and said..."Now is the time of judgement on this world; now the ruler of this world will be driven out. and when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw everyone to myself" (John 12:30-32).
This episode ventures deep into the heart of the final confrontation prophesied by Sister Lucia of Fatima, unveiling the nature of an "anti-creation" that seeks to dismantle the divine order. We stand at the precipice, urging the faithful to hold steadfast in their convictions in the face of relentless opposition and societal upheaval.
In a world where deception often masquerades as truth, we celebrate the power of genuine faith and the redemptive power of Jesus Christ. This episode doesn't just analyze the clash between truth and lies – it's a rallying call to allow your own heart to be transformed and then to "Go out"... for active community engagement and the transformative power of living out the virtues inspired by the crucified and risen Christ. Join us as the culture needs voices like yours to champion the cause of truth and love.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Navigating the choppy waters of gender, sex differences, and their societal impact can leave many of us feeling lost. That's why we invited back Cynthia Breheny from the Paradox Institute to shed light on these challenging topics, offering her expertise to guide us through the fog. This episode peels back layers of confusion in healthcare, highlights the risks of conflating intersex conditions with gender ambiguity, and emphasizes the bravery required, but absolute necessity that each citizen speak the truth.
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Navigating the choppy waters of gender, sex differences, and their societal impact can leave many of us feeling lost. That's why we invited back Cynthia Breheny from the Paradox Institute to shed light on these challenging topics, offering her expertise to guide us through the fog. This episode peels back layers of confusion in healthcare, highlights the risks of conflating intersex conditions with gender ambiguity, and emphasizes the bravery required, but absolute necessity that each citizen speak the truth.
Visit Cynthia Breheny at
Visit the Paradox Institute!
Follow her on X @PTElephant
Website Coming Soon: Affirming Reality Connected
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Embark on a journey through the depths of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body with Jack and Linda Piper, as they ponder the divine life within each of us. Linda's insights illuminate the complex dance between our daily duties and the ultimate quest for intimacy with God.
To dispel the darkness, allow the Truth to shine through you.
And why does Pope Francis say one thing and doing another?
This is Audience #82 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on June 23, 1982.
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Embark on a journey through the depths of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body with Jack and Linda Piper, as they ponder the divine life within each of us. Linda's insights illuminate the complex dance between our daily duties and the ultimate quest for intimacy with God.
To dispel the darkness, allow the Truth to shine through you.
And why does Pope Francis say one thing and doing another?
This is Audience #82 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on June 23, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Marriage, the family and especially the lives of children are being destroyed by the destructive lies of modern ideologies.
John Paul II gave a beautiful tribute in a homily for the Canonization of Edith Stein on October 11, 1998. Canonized Saint Teresa of Benedicta of the cross, Edith Stein was a Jewish philosopher, convert to the Catholic faith, Carmelite nun and died a martyr at the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Before she was executed by the Nazi's see said to all of us: "Do not accept anything as the truth if it lacks love. and do not accept anything as love which lacks the truth! One without the other becomes a destructive lie."
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Marriage, the family and especially the lives of children are being destroyed by the destructive lies of modern ideologies.
John Paul II gave a beautiful tribute in a homily for the Canonization of Edith Stein on October 11, 1998. Canonized Saint Teresa of Benedicta of the cross, Edith Stein was a Jewish philosopher, convert to the Catholic faith, Carmelite nun and died a martyr at the Auschwitz concentration camp.
Before she was executed by the Nazi's see said to all of us: "Do not accept anything as the truth if it lacks love. and do not accept anything as love which lacks the truth! One without the other becomes a destructive lie."
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Embark on a profound exploration of the intertwining threads of human and divine union and communion. Delve into how our everyday experiences of marriage and celibacy for the kingdom, are in fact deep spiritual pathways leading us to our ultimate union with God. From the spousal meaning of the body, as detailed by St. John Paul II, to the echoes of divine life within us, this episode promises to reveal the transcendent purpose behind our earthly vocations.
Finally, join us in recognizing the holistic benefits of prayer and fasting, especially poignant during the Lenten season. Sharing insights from personal experiences, we discuss the cleansing power these practices can have, not just on our spiritual well-being but our physical health as well.
This is Audience #81 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on May 5, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Embark on a profound exploration of the intertwining threads of human and divine union and communion. Delve into how our everyday experiences of marriage and celibacy for the kingdom, are in fact deep spiritual pathways leading us to our ultimate union with God. From the spousal meaning of the body, as detailed by St. John Paul II, to the echoes of divine life within us, this episode promises to reveal the transcendent purpose behind our earthly vocations.
Finally, join us in recognizing the holistic benefits of prayer and fasting, especially poignant during the Lenten season. Sharing insights from personal experiences, we discuss the cleansing power these practices can have, not just on our spiritual well-being but our physical health as well.
This is Audience #81 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on May 5, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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As I sat in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska, surrounded by the whisper of trees and the embrace of the open sky, I found myself pondering the beauty that bridges our world with the divine. This episode brings you along on a spiritual odyssey, one that begins with an anecdote of a two-day women's retreat that I led, nestled amidst nature's grandeur. The narrative unfolds with a memory from high school, a moment that transcends mere physical attraction, leading to a revelation about the sacredness of human beauty. Through this story I invite you to consider how the 'small b beauty' of creation can open our eyes to the 'big B Beauty'—the presence of God in our lives.
There's an aching within each of us, a yearning for something more, something profound. We explore this universal longing for truth, goodness, and beauty, embracing these desires as intrinsic to our design.
For Further Reading: Fill These Hearts by Christopher West and The Sacred Romance by Brent Curtis and John Eldredge.
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As I sat in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska, surrounded by the whisper of trees and the embrace of the open sky, I found myself pondering the beauty that bridges our world with the divine. This episode brings you along on a spiritual odyssey, one that begins with an anecdote of a two-day women's retreat that I led, nestled amidst nature's grandeur. The narrative unfolds with a memory from high school, a moment that transcends mere physical attraction, leading to a revelation about the sacredness of human beauty. Through this story I invite you to consider how the 'small b beauty' of creation can open our eyes to the 'big B Beauty'—the presence of God in our lives.
There's an aching within each of us, a yearning for something more, something profound. We explore this universal longing for truth, goodness, and beauty, embracing these desires as intrinsic to our design.
For Further Reading: Fill These Hearts by Christopher West and The Sacred Romance by Brent Curtis and John Eldredge.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Nancy Charles joins us on an incredibly powerful journey of healing, as she shares her story of overcoming childhood sexual abuse and finding redemption and peace. Her voice is a beacon of hope for anyone who's ever felt lost in the shadow of their past traumas. It's a journey of overcoming despair, embracing imperfection, and the power of faith that lead her to an encounter with a Person, the great Healer Himself.
Embarking on a voyage of introspection, we navigate the turbulent waters of societal norms and religious doctrines, and how they shape our understanding of love, identity, and purpose. Nancy's candid conversation serves as a mentorship session, especially for young people, who are seeking hope, meaning and purpose in their lives.
Follow Nancy on X: Nancy Charles @cancelwok3
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Nancy Charles joins us on an incredibly powerful journey of healing, as she shares her story of overcoming childhood sexual abuse and finding redemption and peace. Her voice is a beacon of hope for anyone who's ever felt lost in the shadow of their past traumas. It's a journey of overcoming despair, embracing imperfection, and the power of faith that lead her to an encounter with a Person, the great Healer Himself.
Embarking on a voyage of introspection, we navigate the turbulent waters of societal norms and religious doctrines, and how they shape our understanding of love, identity, and purpose. Nancy's candid conversation serves as a mentorship session, especially for young people, who are seeking hope, meaning and purpose in their lives.
Follow Nancy on X: Nancy Charles @cancelwok3
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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This episode isn't merely an exploration; it's a revealing look at how love, in its truest form, intertwines with our divine purpose.
As we peel back the layers of love and sexuality within the covenant of marriage, we shift from instinct to intimacy, transcending the physical to embrace the spiritual union that mirrors Christ's devotion to the Church. The episode delves into the transformative potential of sexual intimacy as a selfless gift and the sacred dance of nurturing a bond that surpasses mere physical attraction, with the added blessing of children as extensions of this love. We don't shy away from the challenges either; instead, we confront the societal repercussions of misunderstanding this sacred sign of self-giving love, advocating for a return to its divine roots.
This is Audience #80 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on April 28, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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This episode isn't merely an exploration; it's a revealing look at how love, in its truest form, intertwines with our divine purpose.
As we peel back the layers of love and sexuality within the covenant of marriage, we shift from instinct to intimacy, transcending the physical to embrace the spiritual union that mirrors Christ's devotion to the Church. The episode delves into the transformative potential of sexual intimacy as a selfless gift and the sacred dance of nurturing a bond that surpasses mere physical attraction, with the added blessing of children as extensions of this love. We don't shy away from the challenges either; instead, we confront the societal repercussions of misunderstanding this sacred sign of self-giving love, advocating for a return to its divine roots.
This is Audience #80 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on April 28, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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As Lent ushers in a time of reflection and renewal, we stand at the precipice of an epic confrontation - one that will determine the course of our spiritual and societal destiny. Join me, Jack Rigert, as we navigate the complexities of this battle, drawing upon the profound insights of Saint John Paul II to illuminate the stark contrast between the city of God and the city of man. Through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, we'll explore the urgency of divine intervention in our post-COVID world, and the vital importance of fortifying our spiritual armor.
The personal metamorphosis of Alexander Solzhenitsyn, from a Marxist to a Christian in the Siberian gulags, serves as a powerful testament to the individual's capability for change and the inherent struggle between good and evil within us all. This episode delves into the perils of ideologies that deny the truth of original sin and the critical role that the family and marriage play in the foundation of a robust society. We'll reflect on how John Paul II's teachings can empower us to confront these challenges, holding onto the promise of redemption through Christ's love.
This Lenten season, we're called to enter into a sacred romance with God, opening our hearts to the transformative power of trust and detachment as modeled by Jesus in the Gospels. And as we journey through these forty days, don't miss the inspiring story of Nancy Charles, whose powerful testimony of healing and conversion serves as a beacon of hope. Her encounter with the unconditional love of Jesus Christ reminds us that our faith is much more than managing sin—it's a path to profound transformation.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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As Lent ushers in a time of reflection and renewal, we stand at the precipice of an epic confrontation - one that will determine the course of our spiritual and societal destiny. Join me, Jack Rigert, as we navigate the complexities of this battle, drawing upon the profound insights of Saint John Paul II to illuminate the stark contrast between the city of God and the city of man. Through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, we'll explore the urgency of divine intervention in our post-COVID world, and the vital importance of fortifying our spiritual armor.
The personal metamorphosis of Alexander Solzhenitsyn, from a Marxist to a Christian in the Siberian gulags, serves as a powerful testament to the individual's capability for change and the inherent struggle between good and evil within us all. This episode delves into the perils of ideologies that deny the truth of original sin and the critical role that the family and marriage play in the foundation of a robust society. We'll reflect on how John Paul II's teachings can empower us to confront these challenges, holding onto the promise of redemption through Christ's love.
This Lenten season, we're called to enter into a sacred romance with God, opening our hearts to the transformative power of trust and detachment as modeled by Jesus in the Gospels. And as we journey through these forty days, don't miss the inspiring story of Nancy Charles, whose powerful testimony of healing and conversion serves as a beacon of hope. Her encounter with the unconditional love of Jesus Christ reminds us that our faith is much more than managing sin—it's a path to profound transformation.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Have you ever witnessed a life be utterly transformed by the leap of faith and the strength of the human spirit? This episode of Become Who You Are is a profound exploration into Joe McGivney's life-changing journey from the grip of alcohol addiction to the embrace of a spiritual awakening. Joe, whose story is powerfully told in his book "You're a Miracle," recounts the night that plunged him into alcohol-induced psychosis.
Read Joe's Story here!! Please keep Joe and Father Mcgivney in your prayers!
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Up for Sainthood!!!
BLESSED MICHAEL McGIVNEYKnights of Columbus Founder. Exemplary Parish Priest.
America’s Newest Blessed!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Have you ever witnessed a life be utterly transformed by the leap of faith and the strength of the human spirit? This episode of Become Who You Are is a profound exploration into Joe McGivney's life-changing journey from the grip of alcohol addiction to the embrace of a spiritual awakening. Joe, whose story is powerfully told in his book "You're a Miracle," recounts the night that plunged him into alcohol-induced psychosis.
Read Joe's Story here!! Please keep Joe and Father Mcgivney in your prayers!
Link for Purchase: You're a Miracle
Visit JoeMcGivney.com
Up for Sainthood!!!
BLESSED MICHAEL McGIVNEYKnights of Columbus Founder. Exemplary Parish Priest.
America’s Newest Blessed!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Amidst the cultural shifts of our time, Linda and I challenge the misinterpretations of love and marriage that saturate our society. We dissect the consequences of replacing self-giving love with transient pleasure, and the spiritual significance of priestly commitments. Engaging with the mystical experiences of saints, we draw a parallel to the complete expression of sexuality, understood in the realm of spiritual devotion. Our dialogue confronts the stark reality of cultural decay, cautioning against the abandonment of Judeo-Christian values that have long bound communities and shaped our collective consciousness.
As we conclude, the threads of human and divine love converge, painting a celestial romance that beckons each soul. We explore the Eucharist as the ultimate symbol of this union, urging listeners to recognize their role in this divine narrative. Linda's insights, coupled with my own reflections, aim to empower you to embody love in its purest form, born from the recognition of our identity intertwined with the divine. Let this conversation guide you towards a life brimming with the transformative power of love. Join us for a profound exploration of what it means to become who you are.
This is Audience #79 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on April 21, 1982.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Amidst the cultural shifts of our time, Linda and I challenge the misinterpretations of love and marriage that saturate our society. We dissect the consequences of replacing self-giving love with transient pleasure, and the spiritual significance of priestly commitments. Engaging with the mystical experiences of saints, we draw a parallel to the complete expression of sexuality, understood in the realm of spiritual devotion. Our dialogue confronts the stark reality of cultural decay, cautioning against the abandonment of Judeo-Christian values that have long bound communities and shaped our collective consciousness.
As we conclude, the threads of human and divine love converge, painting a celestial romance that beckons each soul. We explore the Eucharist as the ultimate symbol of this union, urging listeners to recognize their role in this divine narrative. Linda's insights, coupled with my own reflections, aim to empower you to embody love in its purest form, born from the recognition of our identity intertwined with the divine. Let this conversation guide you towards a life brimming with the transformative power of love. Join us for a profound exploration of what it means to become who you are.
This is Audience #79 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on April 21, 1982.
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Have you ever paused in the midst of chaos to ponder where the compass of our society is actually pointing? On the latest episode of Become Who You Are, we face the profound struggles etched within the spiritual battleground of today's world. As your host, Jack Rigert, I'm not just sharing my insights; I'm inviting you into a heart-centered awakening, where the catalyst for change ignites from within.
This episode is a call to arms, with the weapon of the transformative power of Jesus Christ's redemptive love. We delve into the sacramental bond of the Eucharist and the unity it brings among believers. Drawing lessons from St. Paul's post-conversion mission, we face the paradox of living in the tension between our redemption and the anticipation of heavenly beatitude. I guide you through the essence of love in a world besieged by hatred, encouraging each listener to become a living testament to divine Love.
You'll find yourself navigating the deep yearnings of the human heart and its quest for a divine connection, resonating with the timeless words of Saint Augustine and the Psalms. With wisdom from thinkers like Dr. Gerald May and Carl Jung, we explore the interplay between spiritual fulfillment and mental health. As we conclude, I charge you to carry forth a beacon of love, truth and kindness into the world. Join me for this soul-stirring journey and embrace the power of your faith.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Have you ever paused in the midst of chaos to ponder where the compass of our society is actually pointing? On the latest episode of Become Who You Are, we face the profound struggles etched within the spiritual battleground of today's world. As your host, Jack Rigert, I'm not just sharing my insights; I'm inviting you into a heart-centered awakening, where the catalyst for change ignites from within.
This episode is a call to arms, with the weapon of the transformative power of Jesus Christ's redemptive love. We delve into the sacramental bond of the Eucharist and the unity it brings among believers. Drawing lessons from St. Paul's post-conversion mission, we face the paradox of living in the tension between our redemption and the anticipation of heavenly beatitude. I guide you through the essence of love in a world besieged by hatred, encouraging each listener to become a living testament to divine Love.
You'll find yourself navigating the deep yearnings of the human heart and its quest for a divine connection, resonating with the timeless words of Saint Augustine and the Psalms. With wisdom from thinkers like Dr. Gerald May and Carl Jung, we explore the interplay between spiritual fulfillment and mental health. As we conclude, I charge you to carry forth a beacon of love, truth and kindness into the world. Join me for this soul-stirring journey and embrace the power of your faith.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Embark on an intellectual odyssey with the renowned Aurelio Porfiri, who offers more than just a glimpse into his world intertwined with music, literature, and faith. Our latest episode features this multifaceted maestro as he delves into his editorial collaboration with Cardinal Zen on "Cardinal Zen's Lenten Meditations," painting a vivid portrait of his rich journey from the ecclesiastical majesty of Rome to the cultural immersion in the heart of Hong Kong. Porfiri's tapestry of experiences, from mastering the Guzheng to his profound connection with Cardinal Zen, sets the stage for a discussion that traverses the arts, spirituality, and the ever-evolving quest for cultural understanding.
With the moral compass of society seemingly spinning out of control, Aurelio joins us to navigate the murky waters of contemporary ethical dilemmas. Our conversation with him brings to light the perils of moral relativism, guided by the wisdom of figures like Cardinal Zen and Bishop Athanasius Schneider. As we confront issues that cut to the core of our civilization, we unwrap the vital need for faith's lantern to lead us through the darkness.
Interview with Aurelio Porfiri, editor of Cardinal Zen's Lenten Meditations.
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Embark on an intellectual odyssey with the renowned Aurelio Porfiri, who offers more than just a glimpse into his world intertwined with music, literature, and faith. Our latest episode features this multifaceted maestro as he delves into his editorial collaboration with Cardinal Zen on "Cardinal Zen's Lenten Meditations," painting a vivid portrait of his rich journey from the ecclesiastical majesty of Rome to the cultural immersion in the heart of Hong Kong. Porfiri's tapestry of experiences, from mastering the Guzheng to his profound connection with Cardinal Zen, sets the stage for a discussion that traverses the arts, spirituality, and the ever-evolving quest for cultural understanding.
With the moral compass of society seemingly spinning out of control, Aurelio joins us to navigate the murky waters of contemporary ethical dilemmas. Our conversation with him brings to light the perils of moral relativism, guided by the wisdom of figures like Cardinal Zen and Bishop Athanasius Schneider. As we confront issues that cut to the core of our civilization, we unwrap the vital need for faith's lantern to lead us through the darkness.
Interview with Aurelio Porfiri, editor of Cardinal Zen's Lenten Meditations.
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Join us as we navigate the sacred interplay between marriage, celibacy, and vocation, through the lens of St John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Linda illuminates the powerful role of Jesus in strengthening marriages and guiding those called to celibacy, drawing a stark contrast between the light of divine love and the shadows of sin and the culture of death. The conversation also dives into the unsettling similarities between today's culture of death and historic tragedies, reminding us of the critical need to cling to God's grace in these turbulent times.
This is Audience #78 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on April 14, 1982.
We dissect the daily decisions that reflect our commitment to divine love, whether in marriage or celibacy, and emphasize the importance of the ongoing 'yes' to God's prompting in our lives. Through our engaging dialogue, we call listeners to a deeper understanding of love, truth, and the path to eternal life.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Join us as we navigate the sacred interplay between marriage, celibacy, and vocation, through the lens of St John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Linda illuminates the powerful role of Jesus in strengthening marriages and guiding those called to celibacy, drawing a stark contrast between the light of divine love and the shadows of sin and the culture of death. The conversation also dives into the unsettling similarities between today's culture of death and historic tragedies, reminding us of the critical need to cling to God's grace in these turbulent times.
This is Audience #78 In Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body that Pope John Paul presented in Rome on April 14, 1982.
We dissect the daily decisions that reflect our commitment to divine love, whether in marriage or celibacy, and emphasize the importance of the ongoing 'yes' to God's prompting in our lives. Through our engaging dialogue, we call listeners to a deeper understanding of love, truth, and the path to eternal life.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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How does one navigate the murky waters of modern indoctrination, especially when our divine purpose and Christian values are being sidelined by society? Join Jack as he confronts the shadows cast over our culture by the absence of God and urge the youth to arm themselves with the Gospel of truth and love—that cut through the darkness of misguided teachings and cultural misconceptions.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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How does one navigate the murky waters of modern indoctrination, especially when our divine purpose and Christian values are being sidelined by society? Join Jack as he confronts the shadows cast over our culture by the absence of God and urge the youth to arm themselves with the Gospel of truth and love—that cut through the darkness of misguided teachings and cultural misconceptions.
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Join Jack and Linda Pieper as they discuss Personal Identity, Purpose, the illusion of the spirits of this age and so much more .
Based on Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body, audience #77.
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Join Jack and Linda Pieper as they discuss Personal Identity, Purpose, the illusion of the spirits of this age and so much more .
Based on Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body, audience #77.
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Bestselling author Anthony DeStefano sits down with me to reveal the heartwarming narrative of "The Story of the First Easter Bunny." Our conversation delves into the delicate balance of incorporating secular symbols like the Easter Bunny into the Christian celebration of Easter. It's an episode that promises to offer parents and grandparents alike a new way to share profound religious truths through the charm of children's literature.
Why I wrote "The Story of the First Easter Bunny" by Anthony DeStefano
"At a time when the profound significance of Easter is often overshadowed by commercialism, I wanted to write a book that imparts the true meaning of this most holy of Christian holidays to children. I came up with The Story of the First Easter Bunny— atale of a pint-size bunny with enormous ears who lives during Biblical times. The bunny lives with his sick mother, and when he hears about Jesus, he goes on a selfless search to listen to His words. After he witnesses the Last Supper, the Crucifixion, and the Resurrection, he and his mother experience a life-changing miracle, and the bunny goes on to spread the message of salvation to all who will listen.
I wrote this book— illustrated by NY Times bestselling artist Richard Cowdrey— as a way to “adopt” the Easter Bunny as a symbol of hope in the Risen Lord, of the transformative power of faith, and of the reality of Heaven. I’m hoping that it will offer readers an inspiring alternative to our culture’s obsession with chocolate treats, dyed eggs, and cartoon characters of little substance. Most importantly, I hope the bunny's example of faithful attentiveness to the Word of God serves as a reminder to readers — both young and young at heart — that God’s love is ever present and that when we trust Him with the confidence of a child, we can find redemption, fulfillment, and lasting joy."
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Bestselling author Anthony DeStefano sits down with me to reveal the heartwarming narrative of "The Story of the First Easter Bunny." Our conversation delves into the delicate balance of incorporating secular symbols like the Easter Bunny into the Christian celebration of Easter. It's an episode that promises to offer parents and grandparents alike a new way to share profound religious truths through the charm of children's literature.
Why I wrote "The Story of the First Easter Bunny" by Anthony DeStefano
"At a time when the profound significance of Easter is often overshadowed by commercialism, I wanted to write a book that imparts the true meaning of this most holy of Christian holidays to children. I came up with The Story of the First Easter Bunny— atale of a pint-size bunny with enormous ears who lives during Biblical times. The bunny lives with his sick mother, and when he hears about Jesus, he goes on a selfless search to listen to His words. After he witnesses the Last Supper, the Crucifixion, and the Resurrection, he and his mother experience a life-changing miracle, and the bunny goes on to spread the message of salvation to all who will listen.
I wrote this book— illustrated by NY Times bestselling artist Richard Cowdrey— as a way to “adopt” the Easter Bunny as a symbol of hope in the Risen Lord, of the transformative power of faith, and of the reality of Heaven. I’m hoping that it will offer readers an inspiring alternative to our culture’s obsession with chocolate treats, dyed eggs, and cartoon characters of little substance. Most importantly, I hope the bunny's example of faithful attentiveness to the Word of God serves as a reminder to readers — both young and young at heart — that God’s love is ever present and that when we trust Him with the confidence of a child, we can find redemption, fulfillment, and lasting joy."
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Embark on a journey to unearth the true crisis that plagues our society—it's not the outward issues like climate change or the pandemic, but the inner turmoil that wracks the human heart.
As the digital age ensnares the youth with its mesmerizing glow, I emphasize the crucial need to break free and forge a connection that's been long neglected—the one with the Divine...and how the pursuit of truth and love leads us back to our spiritual roots. It's a reminder of the compass that has guided humanity through the ages towards a profound understanding of our individual and collective identities.
Step in and fight the battle with us to protect "Stolen Childhood Innocence" and give children a chance!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Embark on a journey to unearth the true crisis that plagues our society—it's not the outward issues like climate change or the pandemic, but the inner turmoil that wracks the human heart.
As the digital age ensnares the youth with its mesmerizing glow, I emphasize the crucial need to break free and forge a connection that's been long neglected—the one with the Divine...and how the pursuit of truth and love leads us back to our spiritual roots. It's a reminder of the compass that has guided humanity through the ages towards a profound understanding of our individual and collective identities.
Step in and fight the battle with us to protect "Stolen Childhood Innocence" and give children a chance!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Join Jack and Linda Pieper as they pick up where they left off before Christmas and once again look through the Lens Of John Paul II's Theology of the Body, and discover the unexpected freedom and profound intimacy that comes with understanding celibacy and virginity through divine love. A new narrative that challenges modern perceptions of sexuality, and points to a path to true liberation and self-giving love.
This is Audience #76 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body--by Pope John Paul II.
"God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, 'Abba! Father!'" (Gal 4:4-6).
Last chance to get a tax deduction and above all to step in and fight the battle with us to protect "Stolen Childhood Innocence" and give children a chance!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Join Jack and Linda Pieper as they pick up where they left off before Christmas and once again look through the Lens Of John Paul II's Theology of the Body, and discover the unexpected freedom and profound intimacy that comes with understanding celibacy and virginity through divine love. A new narrative that challenges modern perceptions of sexuality, and points to a path to true liberation and self-giving love.
This is Audience #76 of Men and Women He Created Them, A Theology of the Body--by Pope John Paul II.
"God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, 'Abba! Father!'" (Gal 4:4-6).
Last chance to get a tax deduction and above all to step in and fight the battle with us to protect "Stolen Childhood Innocence" and give children a chance!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Today we navigate the challenging waters of Pope Francis's "Fiducia Supplicans" and its implications. We're tackling unnecessary confusion it has sown among the faithful. Together, we'll sift through these mixed messages and strive for the unswerving truth that has historically guided the Church's stance on marriage and family.
In an era where the spiritual health of the Church seems to be in jeopardy, we find solace and direction in the wisdom of Saint Augustine and Pope John Paul II. Their teachings, along with insights from John Paul II's seminal works like Redemptor Hominus and Theology of the Body, serve as a compass in our quest to uphold the sanctity of the Church's teachings.
Additional Podcasts : Awe and Wonder In The Garden (Episodes 23-27)
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Today we navigate the challenging waters of Pope Francis's "Fiducia Supplicans" and its implications. We're tackling unnecessary confusion it has sown among the faithful. Together, we'll sift through these mixed messages and strive for the unswerving truth that has historically guided the Church's stance on marriage and family.
In an era where the spiritual health of the Church seems to be in jeopardy, we find solace and direction in the wisdom of Saint Augustine and Pope John Paul II. Their teachings, along with insights from John Paul II's seminal works like Redemptor Hominus and Theology of the Body, serve as a compass in our quest to uphold the sanctity of the Church's teachings.
Additional Podcasts : Awe and Wonder In The Garden (Episodes 23-27)
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Unlock the secrets to exceptional parenting with the wisdom of Dr. Ray Guarendi, clinical psychologist and Catholic father of 10.
Join Jack and Dr. Ray as they discuss the importance of instilling virtues in our youth, prepare to go beyond the typical focus on academics and extracurriculars. We delve into strategies for raising children with respect, responsibility, and strong character in a culture that often falls short in moral guidance.
This episode is an essential listen for parents navigating the choppy waters of modern technology, as we tackle the quandaries of smartphones and the digital landscape.
Discover how the principles from Dr. Ray's new book"Standing Strong: Good Discipline Makes Great Teens" can empower you to set ground rules that resonate with both your values and your children's needs.
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Unlock the secrets to exceptional parenting with the wisdom of Dr. Ray Guarendi, clinical psychologist and Catholic father of 10.
Join Jack and Dr. Ray as they discuss the importance of instilling virtues in our youth, prepare to go beyond the typical focus on academics and extracurriculars. We delve into strategies for raising children with respect, responsibility, and strong character in a culture that often falls short in moral guidance.
This episode is an essential listen for parents navigating the choppy waters of modern technology, as we tackle the quandaries of smartphones and the digital landscape.
Discover how the principles from Dr. Ray's new book"Standing Strong: Good Discipline Makes Great Teens" can empower you to set ground rules that resonate with both your values and your children's needs.
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Are you ready to unearth the truths that lie at the heart of your existence?
A young woman bravely calls out the contradictions plaguing our society...
Discover the urgency of seeking clarity and moral direction, and awaken to the profound battle for the hearts of the young—a battle of the heart between love and destruction vie for the final say.
The Gospel stands as a beacon of transformative power, inviting us to connect with truth on a level far beyond mere information. Find solace in the promise that those who earnestly seek shall indeed find, and consider the passionate pursuit of a relationship with the Divine as depicted in the Song of Songs.
We discuss the perils of complacency with a heart stirred by Revelation's warnings, and urge a life of detachment where materialism cannot taint the purity of our spiritual quest.
For those yearning for joy, peace, and enduring love, let this conversation be the catalyst for a new beginning, free from the distractions that bind us.
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Are you ready to unearth the truths that lie at the heart of your existence?
A young woman bravely calls out the contradictions plaguing our society...
Discover the urgency of seeking clarity and moral direction, and awaken to the profound battle for the hearts of the young—a battle of the heart between love and destruction vie for the final say.
The Gospel stands as a beacon of transformative power, inviting us to connect with truth on a level far beyond mere information. Find solace in the promise that those who earnestly seek shall indeed find, and consider the passionate pursuit of a relationship with the Divine as depicted in the Song of Songs.
We discuss the perils of complacency with a heart stirred by Revelation's warnings, and urge a life of detachment where materialism cannot taint the purity of our spiritual quest.
For those yearning for joy, peace, and enduring love, let this conversation be the catalyst for a new beginning, free from the distractions that bind us.
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Embark with me, through the lens of Saint John Paul II, on an intimate exploration of love's true nature and the sacred covenant of marriage. We've all felt the irresistible pull of love, but far beyond the initial spark lies a deeper, deliberate choice—a decision woven into the daily fabric of a lasting relationship. This episode traverses the landscape of human emotion to reveal how love, when nurtured as an active choice, can rekindle passion and construct a partnership that thrives on more than just fleeting feelings.
Our conversation takes a sacred turn as we reflect on Jesus' profound teachings about the essence of marriage and confront the modern-day distortions of human sexuality. With a look back at the divine blueprint for union in Genesis, we ponder the sanctity of marriage as a dynamic reflection of Trinitarian love. We unravel the threads of John Paul II's transformative insights, reaffirming the beauty and power of marital love and the creation of life as acts echoing the eternal exchange of divine love.
As we draw this episode to a close, we are inspired by C.S. Lewis's insights into beauty and the human heart's deepest yearnings. The battle for a pure heart, the longing for beauty, and the noble quest to become one with it are the epic struggles we face. In this heartfelt dialogue, we invite you to recognize that our desires for love and beauty are not just fleeting wishes, but divine echoes calling us towards the most noble of battles. Join us for an episode that not only enlightens but also inspires you to love authentically and cherish the beauty of human connection. God bless you.
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Embark with me, through the lens of Saint John Paul II, on an intimate exploration of love's true nature and the sacred covenant of marriage. We've all felt the irresistible pull of love, but far beyond the initial spark lies a deeper, deliberate choice—a decision woven into the daily fabric of a lasting relationship. This episode traverses the landscape of human emotion to reveal how love, when nurtured as an active choice, can rekindle passion and construct a partnership that thrives on more than just fleeting feelings.
Our conversation takes a sacred turn as we reflect on Jesus' profound teachings about the essence of marriage and confront the modern-day distortions of human sexuality. With a look back at the divine blueprint for union in Genesis, we ponder the sanctity of marriage as a dynamic reflection of Trinitarian love. We unravel the threads of John Paul II's transformative insights, reaffirming the beauty and power of marital love and the creation of life as acts echoing the eternal exchange of divine love.
As we draw this episode to a close, we are inspired by C.S. Lewis's insights into beauty and the human heart's deepest yearnings. The battle for a pure heart, the longing for beauty, and the noble quest to become one with it are the epic struggles we face. In this heartfelt dialogue, we invite you to recognize that our desires for love and beauty are not just fleeting wishes, but divine echoes calling us towards the most noble of battles. Join us for an episode that not only enlightens but also inspires you to love authentically and cherish the beauty of human connection. God bless you.
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In the light of John Paul II's life and work I reflect back on my teenage years when I left home to pursue the truth. In time I've come to understand the importance of cutting through the illusions proposed by moral relativism that ensnares today's youth. My personal narrative intertwines with a deeper exploration of various philosophies, philosophers and religions...yet I always came back to Jesus Christ who asked, "What do you seek?" Inspired by this question I came back to the Church after a 20 year absence.
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In the light of John Paul II's life and work I reflect back on my teenage years when I left home to pursue the truth. In time I've come to understand the importance of cutting through the illusions proposed by moral relativism that ensnares today's youth. My personal narrative intertwines with a deeper exploration of various philosophies, philosophers and religions...yet I always came back to Jesus Christ who asked, "What do you seek?" Inspired by this question I came back to the Church after a 20 year absence.
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The Day after we celebrate the birth of Christ, we honor the martyrdom of St. Stephen. The two events are linked.
"Stephen filled with grace an power, was working great wonders and signs...(Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59).
Jesus said, "You will be hated because of my name, but whoever endures to the end will be saved...(Matt 10:17-22).
Veritatis splendor, John Paul II, No. 91-93.
(Journal #5 Universal Call to Holiness)
This episode is not just a historical reflection but a present-day rallying cry. Diving into the wisdom of John Paul II, we unravel the necessity of moral clarity in a world where the line between good and evil is often blurred, threatening the fabric of our families and future. Discover how the legacy of saints and martyrs can reignite the moral compass within our society. Jesus through his institution of the Eucharist at the last supper, anticipated his death and Resurrection by giving his disciples, in the brad and wine, his very self, his body and blood as the new manna (Cf. Jn. 6:31-33).
Join us as we explore overcoming life's temptations and respond to the Universal call to Holiness through prayer, love, the Sacraments and the transformative power of God's grace in the Spirit.
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The Day after we celebrate the birth of Christ, we honor the martyrdom of St. Stephen. The two events are linked.
"Stephen filled with grace an power, was working great wonders and signs...(Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59).
Jesus said, "You will be hated because of my name, but whoever endures to the end will be saved...(Matt 10:17-22).
Veritatis splendor, John Paul II, No. 91-93.
(Journal #5 Universal Call to Holiness)
This episode is not just a historical reflection but a present-day rallying cry. Diving into the wisdom of John Paul II, we unravel the necessity of moral clarity in a world where the line between good and evil is often blurred, threatening the fabric of our families and future. Discover how the legacy of saints and martyrs can reignite the moral compass within our society. Jesus through his institution of the Eucharist at the last supper, anticipated his death and Resurrection by giving his disciples, in the brad and wine, his very self, his body and blood as the new manna (Cf. Jn. 6:31-33).
Join us as we explore overcoming life's temptations and respond to the Universal call to Holiness through prayer, love, the Sacraments and the transformative power of God's grace in the Spirit.
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As the frost of December settles upon our doorsteps, we often find ourselves contemplating the warmth of love and family that the Christmas season heralds. Join me as I reflect on a nativity scene—along with the wisdom of Bishop Fulton Sheen and John Paul II.
Yet, as we wander the streets of modernity's metaphorical Dublin, we uncover the hollow echoes of a utopian dream, devoid of the warmth and joy found in self-giving love. Our conversation touches on the societal shift towards self-centeredness, and how it fails to satisfy the deepest human yearnings for connection and purpose.
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As the frost of December settles upon our doorsteps, we often find ourselves contemplating the warmth of love and family that the Christmas season heralds. Join me as I reflect on a nativity scene—along with the wisdom of Bishop Fulton Sheen and John Paul II.
Yet, as we wander the streets of modernity's metaphorical Dublin, we uncover the hollow echoes of a utopian dream, devoid of the warmth and joy found in self-giving love. Our conversation touches on the societal shift towards self-centeredness, and how it fails to satisfy the deepest human yearnings for connection and purpose.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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As the fabric of society's moral compass stretches and tears with current events, how do we anchor ourselves in a truth that guides us through the storm?
We dissect Pope Francis's move to bless homosexual unions while Vice President Kamala Harris makes abortion the "pillar" of their reelection campaign.
Yet in spite of the chaos around us Bishop Sheen's shows us the "Way To Happiness"... Beginning with contentment of the heart...and transcending egoism, envy, and jealousy—those silent thieves of joy. It's an invitation to embrace humility and prayer. Drawing from spiritual practices that shepherd us toward inner peace, this episode reveals that contentment is not a gift, but a skill—one that necessitates discipline, reflection, and a steadfast commitment to nurturing one's conscience and soul.
Reference: Way to Happiness, by Bishop Fulton Sheen
Chap 1. Contentment
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As the fabric of society's moral compass stretches and tears with current events, how do we anchor ourselves in a truth that guides us through the storm?
We dissect Pope Francis's move to bless homosexual unions while Vice President Kamala Harris makes abortion the "pillar" of their reelection campaign.
Yet in spite of the chaos around us Bishop Sheen's shows us the "Way To Happiness"... Beginning with contentment of the heart...and transcending egoism, envy, and jealousy—those silent thieves of joy. It's an invitation to embrace humility and prayer. Drawing from spiritual practices that shepherd us toward inner peace, this episode reveals that contentment is not a gift, but a skill—one that necessitates discipline, reflection, and a steadfast commitment to nurturing one's conscience and soul.
Reference: Way to Happiness, by Bishop Fulton Sheen
Chap 1. Contentment
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Discover the secret to a life filled with peace, hope, and contentment as we explore Bishop Fulton Sheen's profound insights in "Way to Happiness." With the advent season upon us and chaos unfurling in the world outside, this episode offers a timely reminder that true transformation begins within.
Reference: Way to Happiness, by Bishops Fulton Sheen
Introduction, Plan and Purpose
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Discover the secret to a life filled with peace, hope, and contentment as we explore Bishop Fulton Sheen's profound insights in "Way to Happiness." With the advent season upon us and chaos unfurling in the world outside, this episode offers a timely reminder that true transformation begins within.
Reference: Way to Happiness, by Bishops Fulton Sheen
Introduction, Plan and Purpose
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We witnessing the erosion of our traditional values. How has our society shifted so dramatically away from the biblical roots underpinning the founding of our nation?
This journey will take us through the opposition faced by those who struggle to preserve the sanctity of marriage and family, but "Be Not Afraid," for Our Lady has already triumphed over Satan.
We've seen the transformation of the United States from a nation founded on Judeo-Christian values and traditional marriage, to a society increasingly accepting of abortion and redefining marriage. Let's peel back the layers of our moral and religious fabric and explore the impact of these changes on our culture.
Even within the Catholic Church, confusion and uncertainty are emerging regarding matters related to sexuality. While this episode might provoke discomfort, it's essential to confront these issues, returning to our biblical roots, and standing firm in our beliefs if we are to save our Nation and the Whole World in which we live.
For Further Reference listen and meditate on these Podcasts recorded in June and July of 2020.
"Awe and Wonder In The Garden" # 23, 24, 25, 26, 27.
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We witnessing the erosion of our traditional values. How has our society shifted so dramatically away from the biblical roots underpinning the founding of our nation?
This journey will take us through the opposition faced by those who struggle to preserve the sanctity of marriage and family, but "Be Not Afraid," for Our Lady has already triumphed over Satan.
We've seen the transformation of the United States from a nation founded on Judeo-Christian values and traditional marriage, to a society increasingly accepting of abortion and redefining marriage. Let's peel back the layers of our moral and religious fabric and explore the impact of these changes on our culture.
Even within the Catholic Church, confusion and uncertainty are emerging regarding matters related to sexuality. While this episode might provoke discomfort, it's essential to confront these issues, returning to our biblical roots, and standing firm in our beliefs if we are to save our Nation and the Whole World in which we live.
For Further Reference listen and meditate on these Podcasts recorded in June and July of 2020.
"Awe and Wonder In The Garden" # 23, 24, 25, 26, 27.
***The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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The Sexual Revolution has destroyed so many marriages and the children suffer as well.
This is the 75th audience of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, where the concept of detachment from marriage and sexual relationships is examined. We then transition to discussing the icons of the Trinitarian icon—marriage and celibacy. With anecdotes from personal experiences and wisdom drawn from religious texts, we strive to understand the tragedies life can present us with, and the guidance and purpose that seeking solace in God can provide.
As we wrap up for the year and head for a Christmas break we wish you a Merry Christmas and abundant blessings!
"God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, 'Abba! Father!'" (Gal 4:4-6).
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The Sexual Revolution has destroyed so many marriages and the children suffer as well.
This is the 75th audience of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, where the concept of detachment from marriage and sexual relationships is examined. We then transition to discussing the icons of the Trinitarian icon—marriage and celibacy. With anecdotes from personal experiences and wisdom drawn from religious texts, we strive to understand the tragedies life can present us with, and the guidance and purpose that seeking solace in God can provide.
As we wrap up for the year and head for a Christmas break we wish you a Merry Christmas and abundant blessings!
"God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, 'Abba! Father!'" (Gal 4:4-6).
Last chance to get a tax deduction and above all to step in and fight the battle with us to protect "Stolen Childhood Innocence" and give children a chance!
***"The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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The times we are living in are dark. Yet we are people of the light, children of God. We must find our voice and have the courage to freely speak the Truth and choose the Good. Then God will send the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Father!’
The Mother of the Redeemer has a precise place in the plan of salvation, for “when the time had fully come, God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Father!’” (Gal. 4:4-6)
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The times we are living in are dark. Yet we are people of the light, children of God. We must find our voice and have the courage to freely speak the Truth and choose the Good. Then God will send the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Father!’
The Mother of the Redeemer has a precise place in the plan of salvation, for “when the time had fully come, God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Father!’” (Gal. 4:4-6)
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Celibacy for the Kingdom of Heaven in a hyper sexualized world. What is Jesus Speaking about?
Our conversation navigates the powerful concepts of virginity and celibacy for the kingdom of heaven, a symbolic self-sacrifice in a world where the idea is totally foreign.
In an era where gender reassignment surgeries are becoming common, we shed light on the potential harm they can inflict. Contrasting this with the Christian belief in personal transformation through grace, we highlighted the ultimate goal of eternal love and life that all of us should aim for.
As we move further into this challenging discourse, we recognize the profound impact of transgender ideology on our youth. We stressed the importance of standing up for truth, spreading the gospel, and the power of prayer in our spiritual journey. Despite the trials and tribulations, we ought to remain undeterred.
This is Audience # 74 Presented by Pope John Paul on March 17th (St Patricks Day!) 1982.
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Celibacy for the Kingdom of Heaven in a hyper sexualized world. What is Jesus Speaking about?
Our conversation navigates the powerful concepts of virginity and celibacy for the kingdom of heaven, a symbolic self-sacrifice in a world where the idea is totally foreign.
In an era where gender reassignment surgeries are becoming common, we shed light on the potential harm they can inflict. Contrasting this with the Christian belief in personal transformation through grace, we highlighted the ultimate goal of eternal love and life that all of us should aim for.
As we move further into this challenging discourse, we recognize the profound impact of transgender ideology on our youth. We stressed the importance of standing up for truth, spreading the gospel, and the power of prayer in our spiritual journey. Despite the trials and tribulations, we ought to remain undeterred.
This is Audience # 74 Presented by Pope John Paul on March 17th (St Patricks Day!) 1982.
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Imagine walking a path filled with distractions and temptations, only to discover they were opportunities for prayer and deeper connection with the divine. Join me, as we traverse this path through the Gospel of Mark, St. Paul's writings, and the Book of Isaiah. Together we'll explore the universal call to holiness and how we can open our hearts to Jesus, becoming instruments of God's divine plan. This journey isn’t just philosophical, it’s deeply personal.
The world around us is buzzing, but our mission remains clear: to answer the universal call to holiness.
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Imagine walking a path filled with distractions and temptations, only to discover they were opportunities for prayer and deeper connection with the divine. Join me, as we traverse this path through the Gospel of Mark, St. Paul's writings, and the Book of Isaiah. Together we'll explore the universal call to holiness and how we can open our hearts to Jesus, becoming instruments of God's divine plan. This journey isn’t just philosophical, it’s deeply personal.
The world around us is buzzing, but our mission remains clear: to answer the universal call to holiness.
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I remember Christmas Day, 1971...I take you back to that specific day, sharing an intimate letter written to my brother Danny. It’s a story of our shared childhood, of regret and hope, and of the harrowing trauma that is child sexual abuse. But more importantly, it's about the transformative power of faith and God's unending love. Danny's return to the church and my own search for divine guidance became a turning point, not just for us, but hopefully for you too.
Was there a moment where your perspective of Christianity dramatically shifted?
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I remember Christmas Day, 1971...I take you back to that specific day, sharing an intimate letter written to my brother Danny. It’s a story of our shared childhood, of regret and hope, and of the harrowing trauma that is child sexual abuse. But more importantly, it's about the transformative power of faith and God's unending love. Danny's return to the church and my own search for divine guidance became a turning point, not just for us, but hopefully for you too.
Was there a moment where your perspective of Christianity dramatically shifted?
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Ready to embark on a journey that will challenge you to see the human body, marriage, and spirituality in a whole new light? With co-host Linda Piper we'll unravel the profound teachings of St. John Paul II in his Reflection #73, presented in St Peters square on March 10, 1982.
We'll discuss marriage as a testament to the deep intimacy that God seeks with us, as well as the concept of Continence for the Kingdom of Heaven, shedding light on this grace-filled calling that allows some to dedicate themselves wholly to God.
By understanding the gift of self that permeates all vocations, we can grasp the beauty and worth of both marriage and religious life. Additionally, we dive into the sacramental life of marriage and the self-giving love nurtured through Natural Family Planning, an often overlooked but invaluable perspective on union and communion.
So join us, as we intertwine the threads of theology, marriage, and spirituality on this insightful journey through the "Become who You Are" podcast.
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Ready to embark on a journey that will challenge you to see the human body, marriage, and spirituality in a whole new light? With co-host Linda Piper we'll unravel the profound teachings of St. John Paul II in his Reflection #73, presented in St Peters square on March 10, 1982.
We'll discuss marriage as a testament to the deep intimacy that God seeks with us, as well as the concept of Continence for the Kingdom of Heaven, shedding light on this grace-filled calling that allows some to dedicate themselves wholly to God.
By understanding the gift of self that permeates all vocations, we can grasp the beauty and worth of both marriage and religious life. Additionally, we dive into the sacramental life of marriage and the self-giving love nurtured through Natural Family Planning, an often overlooked but invaluable perspective on union and communion.
So join us, as we intertwine the threads of theology, marriage, and spirituality on this insightful journey through the "Become who You Are" podcast.
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Picture this: we live in a world where the presence of God is forgotten, and men grapple with the subsequent tyranny and oppression. Hard to imagine? Nobel laureate Alexander Solzhenitsyn didn't think so. In fact, he forewarned us about the perils of atheism and the horrors of communism that he personally witnessed. In this episode, we bring that warning to life, discussing the consequences of godlessness and how it feeds into the narrative of good versus evil.
As we delve deeper, we shift to the modern man's struggles, Jack shares the story of Craig, a man battling with chronic fatigue, anxiety, and his relationship with God. Reflecting on how the rejection of God leads to internal battles and how it shapes our realities. We also take a closer look at the timeless battle between good and evil, emphasizing the importance of prayer, sacraments, and understanding scripture.
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Picture this: we live in a world where the presence of God is forgotten, and men grapple with the subsequent tyranny and oppression. Hard to imagine? Nobel laureate Alexander Solzhenitsyn didn't think so. In fact, he forewarned us about the perils of atheism and the horrors of communism that he personally witnessed. In this episode, we bring that warning to life, discussing the consequences of godlessness and how it feeds into the narrative of good versus evil.
As we delve deeper, we shift to the modern man's struggles, Jack shares the story of Craig, a man battling with chronic fatigue, anxiety, and his relationship with God. Reflecting on how the rejection of God leads to internal battles and how it shapes our realities. We also take a closer look at the timeless battle between good and evil, emphasizing the importance of prayer, sacraments, and understanding scripture.
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Ready to take a deep dive into the realm of the human spirit? Buckle up as we take a journey into understanding the Theology of the Body, navigating the fascinating final part of the triptych. We'll challenge your perspectives on the importance of understanding who we are and where we come from, and how this ties into the values of Thanksgiving.
Did you know that sin is more than just a moral transgression? In our candid discussion on sin and its consequences, we delve into the story of Adam and Eve, expounding on the power of temptation and the choice to embrace evil. But don't despair, we also talk about Christ’s promise of redemption and how it shapes our hearts, steering us towards eternal life. We tackle the concept of concupiscence and its influence on human desires, giving you a glimpse into its resolution in the heavenly realm.
Finally, we explore the transformative power of the resurrection and its relevance to today's youth and share a moving tribute to Jen Messing, a theology of the body enthusiast, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's plan.
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Ready to take a deep dive into the realm of the human spirit? Buckle up as we take a journey into understanding the Theology of the Body, navigating the fascinating final part of the triptych. We'll challenge your perspectives on the importance of understanding who we are and where we come from, and how this ties into the values of Thanksgiving.
Did you know that sin is more than just a moral transgression? In our candid discussion on sin and its consequences, we delve into the story of Adam and Eve, expounding on the power of temptation and the choice to embrace evil. But don't despair, we also talk about Christ’s promise of redemption and how it shapes our hearts, steering us towards eternal life. We tackle the concept of concupiscence and its influence on human desires, giving you a glimpse into its resolution in the heavenly realm.
Finally, we explore the transformative power of the resurrection and its relevance to today's youth and share a moving tribute to Jen Messing, a theology of the body enthusiast, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's plan.
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We're thrilled to bring you our conversation with Kristen Theriault, the author of 'When the Sickle Swings': Stories of Catholics Who Survived Communist Oppression'. Kristen brings us an authentic, poignant exploration of religious resilience under oppressive regimes. With her knack for storytelling, she puts the spotlight on the unsung heroes who clung to their faith amidst the trials of Marxism, taking us on a journey filled with courage, defiance, and an unwavering commitment to religious freedom.
What does it take to hold onto your beliefs when the very fabric of society is woven with a narrative that challenges your faith?
We encourage you to pick up Kristen's book, When the Sickle Swings, due for release on November 21st, and witness for yourself the strength of the human spirit when faith is put to the ultimate test. https://sophiainstitute.com/product/when-the-sickle-swings/
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We're thrilled to bring you our conversation with Kristen Theriault, the author of 'When the Sickle Swings': Stories of Catholics Who Survived Communist Oppression'. Kristen brings us an authentic, poignant exploration of religious resilience under oppressive regimes. With her knack for storytelling, she puts the spotlight on the unsung heroes who clung to their faith amidst the trials of Marxism, taking us on a journey filled with courage, defiance, and an unwavering commitment to religious freedom.
What does it take to hold onto your beliefs when the very fabric of society is woven with a narrative that challenges your faith?
We encourage you to pick up Kristen's book, When the Sickle Swings, due for release on November 21st, and witness for yourself the strength of the human spirit when faith is put to the ultimate test. https://sophiainstitute.com/product/when-the-sickle-swings/
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Ever wonder about the ethical challenges of undercover investigations and how they parallel the world of politics? Do the powerful always fall prey to corruption? My good friend and undercover investigator, Thomas Hampson joins me to navigate these murky waters and also shed light on the new House Speaker, Mike Johnson. Tom and I explore how power, pride, and money can blur moral lines, often leading to a decay that mirrors some of the political landscapes we see today.
We then shift our focus to examine society's growing desensitization towards pornography and its shocking marketing towards children. It's an uncomfortable truth many would rather ignore. As we dissect the proposed bill against book banning, we question whether the so-called "Experts" with advanced degrees in education qualify them to deem what's appropriate for children's reading.
Join us as we offer practical wisdom, cultural insights, and some eye-opening revelations about our society today.
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Ever wonder about the ethical challenges of undercover investigations and how they parallel the world of politics? Do the powerful always fall prey to corruption? My good friend and undercover investigator, Thomas Hampson joins me to navigate these murky waters and also shed light on the new House Speaker, Mike Johnson. Tom and I explore how power, pride, and money can blur moral lines, often leading to a decay that mirrors some of the political landscapes we see today.
We then shift our focus to examine society's growing desensitization towards pornography and its shocking marketing towards children. It's an uncomfortable truth many would rather ignore. As we dissect the proposed bill against book banning, we question whether the so-called "Experts" with advanced degrees in education qualify them to deem what's appropriate for children's reading.
Join us as we offer practical wisdom, cultural insights, and some eye-opening revelations about our society today.
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Do you ever feel like you're losing touch with your divine purpose amidst the chaos of this world? Do you wonder about the hidden mysteries of life, death, culture and love that we encounter on our journey towards sanctity? We're about to embark on an enlightening exploration of St. John Paul II's theology of the body, the divine life we were created for, and the transformative power of choosing God over the ways of the world.
With inspiration from John Paul II's message of love and redemption join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #71 of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body" and discover how self-giving is the key to self-discovery and fulfilling our ultimate purpose. Join us as we unlock these profound truths and guide you on your journey towards divine love.
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Do you ever feel like you're losing touch with your divine purpose amidst the chaos of this world? Do you wonder about the hidden mysteries of life, death, culture and love that we encounter on our journey towards sanctity? We're about to embark on an enlightening exploration of St. John Paul II's theology of the body, the divine life we were created for, and the transformative power of choosing God over the ways of the world.
With inspiration from John Paul II's message of love and redemption join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #71 of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body" and discover how self-giving is the key to self-discovery and fulfilling our ultimate purpose. Join us as we unlock these profound truths and guide you on your journey towards divine love.
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Buckle up as as we take on some hefty topics, from the current state of affairs in the world and the Church to the pressing issues of the two-tiered justice system and cancel culture.
Fear not, for we are turning our attention away from the negative and offering a beacon of hope with a project I've been working on - 'Finding Love in the Dark'.
This initiative is designed to help grandparents (and parents) guide their grandchildren...seeking wisdom, truth, beauty, and purpose in a world gone mad.
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Buckle up as as we take on some hefty topics, from the current state of affairs in the world and the Church to the pressing issues of the two-tiered justice system and cancel culture.
Fear not, for we are turning our attention away from the negative and offering a beacon of hope with a project I've been working on - 'Finding Love in the Dark'.
This initiative is designed to help grandparents (and parents) guide their grandchildren...seeking wisdom, truth, beauty, and purpose in a world gone mad.
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
John Paul II Renewal Center
902 S Randall Road
STE C #296
St. Charles, IL. 60174***Support the show
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
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Picture for a moment, the transformative encounter of St. Paul with Christ after the resurrection. How do you imagine this event not only altered St. Paul's life, but also provided insights into the inevitable finale of life - death? Join us on this enlightening exploration as we navigate the theological teachings of St John Paul II's theology of the body, Audience # 70.
Our discussion also embraces Jesus' words about the resurrection of the body and explores how marriage symbolizes eternal union and communion with God.
We reflect on the immense power of resurrection and its life-changing effects on our existence, as elucidated in St. Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 15:42-46. This episode underscores the extraordinary measure of God's love that unfolds through the resurrection, calling us back into His divine love story.
We close this enlightening discourse by exploring the power and practice of prayer and contemplation in achieving a closer proximity to the mystery of redemption. Listen as we unravel how the Holy Spirit intercedes for us in our weaker moments, and how we can experience the Spirit's vibration through prayer. We also delve into how temptation can serve as an invitation to prayer, and how love can manifest through our daily actions.
Morning Prayer:
O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary,
I offer you my prayers, works, joys and sufferings of this day
for all the intentions of your Sacred Heart,
in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world,
for the salvation of souls, the reparation for sins, the reunion of all Christians,
and in particular for the intentions of the Holy Father this month.
Amen
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***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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Picture for a moment, the transformative encounter of St. Paul with Christ after the resurrection. How do you imagine this event not only altered St. Paul's life, but also provided insights into the inevitable finale of life - death? Join us on this enlightening exploration as we navigate the theological teachings of St John Paul II's theology of the body, Audience # 70.
Our discussion also embraces Jesus' words about the resurrection of the body and explores how marriage symbolizes eternal union and communion with God.
We reflect on the immense power of resurrection and its life-changing effects on our existence, as elucidated in St. Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 15:42-46. This episode underscores the extraordinary measure of God's love that unfolds through the resurrection, calling us back into His divine love story.
We close this enlightening discourse by exploring the power and practice of prayer and contemplation in achieving a closer proximity to the mystery of redemption. Listen as we unravel how the Holy Spirit intercedes for us in our weaker moments, and how we can experience the Spirit's vibration through prayer. We also delve into how temptation can serve as an invitation to prayer, and how love can manifest through our daily actions.
Morning Prayer:
O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary,
I offer you my prayers, works, joys and sufferings of this day
for all the intentions of your Sacred Heart,
in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world,
for the salvation of souls, the reparation for sins, the reunion of all Christians,
and in particular for the intentions of the Holy Father this month.
Amen
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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Trying to make sense of the Biden administration, this time the White House's astronomical request for $105 billion in supplemental spending for Ukraine, Israel, processing illegal immigrants at the border, and global humanitarian aid. This request is in addition to any deal that Congress reaches to fund the U.S. federal government for FY 2024. I asked Lieutenant Colonel Matt Crouch of Heritage Action to help us think through it all.
We will talk about what I see as a glimmer of hope...Mike Johnson taking the helm as House Speaker...and the accelerating radicalization of our education system.
Amidst the rising tide of cancel culture and the woke mob, we encourage you to stand firm for truth and tap into resources from Heritage Action to fight for your values. Let's reclaim our children's education and preserve the America we know and love for future generations.
Matt CrouchState DirectorHeritage Action for America
Cell: 202-329-0329
matthew.crouch@heritageaction.com
heritageaction.com
Heritage Foundation
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Trying to make sense of the Biden administration, this time the White House's astronomical request for $105 billion in supplemental spending for Ukraine, Israel, processing illegal immigrants at the border, and global humanitarian aid. This request is in addition to any deal that Congress reaches to fund the U.S. federal government for FY 2024. I asked Lieutenant Colonel Matt Crouch of Heritage Action to help us think through it all.
We will talk about what I see as a glimmer of hope...Mike Johnson taking the helm as House Speaker...and the accelerating radicalization of our education system.
Amidst the rising tide of cancel culture and the woke mob, we encourage you to stand firm for truth and tap into resources from Heritage Action to fight for your values. Let's reclaim our children's education and preserve the America we know and love for future generations.
Matt CrouchState DirectorHeritage Action for America
Cell: 202-329-0329
matthew.crouch@heritageaction.com
heritageaction.com
Heritage Foundation
Please support our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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Ever wondered how the divine life within us guides our journey through life's big questions about identity, purpose, and the search for true love and happiness?
Tune in as my dear friend Linda Piper and I crack open the beautiful parcels of wisdom found in St John Paul II's Theology of the Body audience #69, revealing how the profound truths of our existence are intricately woven into the fabric of our human body. Together, we examine the divine model of love between man and woman as a sacramental sign of the Trinity's inner life.
We remind you that life's trials are, in fact, divine invitations to turn to God.
Our exploration doesn't stop there. We break down the profound relationship between our bodies, our lives, and our ultimate destiny. This episode takes you on a journey to understand how our hearts remain restless until they rest in God, an understanding that holds vast implications for our bodies, marriages, and our eschatological destiny.
Finally, Tammy Peterson's personal journey to find the truth is a testament to the miraculous power of prayer. Her story is a shining beacon for those seeking God amidst life's trials, inspiring us all to transform our marriages and families into schools of love in preparation for heaven's communion of saints. Join us for an episode that promises to uplift and inspire, shedding light on the mystery of creation and redemption.
Please support our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Ever wondered how the divine life within us guides our journey through life's big questions about identity, purpose, and the search for true love and happiness?
Tune in as my dear friend Linda Piper and I crack open the beautiful parcels of wisdom found in St John Paul II's Theology of the Body audience #69, revealing how the profound truths of our existence are intricately woven into the fabric of our human body. Together, we examine the divine model of love between man and woman as a sacramental sign of the Trinity's inner life.
We remind you that life's trials are, in fact, divine invitations to turn to God.
Our exploration doesn't stop there. We break down the profound relationship between our bodies, our lives, and our ultimate destiny. This episode takes you on a journey to understand how our hearts remain restless until they rest in God, an understanding that holds vast implications for our bodies, marriages, and our eschatological destiny.
Finally, Tammy Peterson's personal journey to find the truth is a testament to the miraculous power of prayer. Her story is a shining beacon for those seeking God amidst life's trials, inspiring us all to transform our marriages and families into schools of love in preparation for heaven's communion of saints. Join us for an episode that promises to uplift and inspire, shedding light on the mystery of creation and redemption.
Please support our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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We're back with seasoned crime investigator, Tom Hampson, who has bravely dedicated a substantial part of his life going undercover in the harrowing world of child Pornography. Engage with us as we dissect his recent piece, "Different Perspectives", where he meticulously unravels the cunning strategies employed by powerful ideologues to influence public opinion, sideline religious values in public institutions, and exploit arguments around exposing children to varied perspectives.
Dive into an incisive conversation as we wrestle with the startling arguments put forth by individuals like JB Pritzker, who advocate for exposing children to potentially damaging information under the guise of encouraging diverse outlooks. Hampson urges us to remember that a child's reasoning abilities are not fully matured till they hit the age of 25, a biological fact that leaves them susceptible to manipulation. Our discourse takes on the contentious issues of book bans, sexual education, and the glaring double standards that exist, where children find themselves exposed to possibly harmful points of view, while adults face restrictions on sharing contrasting perspectives due to the fear of causing offense.
We need your support to expand our Parish and Community out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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We're back with seasoned crime investigator, Tom Hampson, who has bravely dedicated a substantial part of his life going undercover in the harrowing world of child Pornography. Engage with us as we dissect his recent piece, "Different Perspectives", where he meticulously unravels the cunning strategies employed by powerful ideologues to influence public opinion, sideline religious values in public institutions, and exploit arguments around exposing children to varied perspectives.
Dive into an incisive conversation as we wrestle with the startling arguments put forth by individuals like JB Pritzker, who advocate for exposing children to potentially damaging information under the guise of encouraging diverse outlooks. Hampson urges us to remember that a child's reasoning abilities are not fully matured till they hit the age of 25, a biological fact that leaves them susceptible to manipulation. Our discourse takes on the contentious issues of book bans, sexual education, and the glaring double standards that exist, where children find themselves exposed to possibly harmful points of view, while adults face restrictions on sharing contrasting perspectives due to the fear of causing offense.
We need your support to expand our Parish and Community out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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"So many problems can only be solved on one's knees"--Dr. Wanda Poltawska
Today's episode is in memory of Dr Wanda Poltawska, who passed away on October 25, just short of her 102nd birthday. It is a heart-rending, yet inspiring journey through one of history's darkest periods, WWII. Listen as we honor the indomitable spirit of Dr. Wanda Paltrowska, a close confidant of John Paul II, a survivor of the Ravensbrook concentration camp and hear the miraculous story of how Padre Pio cured Dr. Wanda Poltawska of life-threatening cancer.
This episode unveils Wanda's tireless advocacy for life and family, ignited by the unthinkable horrors she witnessed during the war. Discover how she pledged to defend life, recounting the chilling accounts of Nazis throwing newborn babies into crematoriums.
Wanda's tale of faith, healing, and survival is a beacon of hope that continues to shine brightly in the tumultuous times we live in today.
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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"So many problems can only be solved on one's knees"--Dr. Wanda Poltawska
Today's episode is in memory of Dr Wanda Poltawska, who passed away on October 25, just short of her 102nd birthday. It is a heart-rending, yet inspiring journey through one of history's darkest periods, WWII. Listen as we honor the indomitable spirit of Dr. Wanda Paltrowska, a close confidant of John Paul II, a survivor of the Ravensbrook concentration camp and hear the miraculous story of how Padre Pio cured Dr. Wanda Poltawska of life-threatening cancer.
This episode unveils Wanda's tireless advocacy for life and family, ignited by the unthinkable horrors she witnessed during the war. Discover how she pledged to defend life, recounting the chilling accounts of Nazis throwing newborn babies into crematoriums.
Wanda's tale of faith, healing, and survival is a beacon of hope that continues to shine brightly in the tumultuous times we live in today.
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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902 S Randall Road
STE C #296
St. Charles, IL. 60174***Support the show
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"In the Resurrection they take neither wife nor husband, but are like angels in heaven" (Mt 22:30).
What? Then what role do our earthly marriages play in the ultimate union with Jesus Christ?
Join Jack and Linda as they discuss St John Paul II's Audience #68, Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body.
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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"In the Resurrection they take neither wife nor husband, but are like angels in heaven" (Mt 22:30).
What? Then what role do our earthly marriages play in the ultimate union with Jesus Christ?
Join Jack and Linda as they discuss St John Paul II's Audience #68, Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body.
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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Are your children's values, beliefs, and spirit being stolen under the guise of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in public schools? You need to hear this! With Rhonda Thomas, co-founder of Truth and Education, we fearlessly explore the depths of this issue that's impacting the future of our children and the education system at large. We shed light on the alarming infiltration of critical race theory, critical gender theory, and critical queer theory, and how SEL is being used as a tool for indoctrination.
This isn't just another episode about education and parenting. We expose the hidden agenda behind SEL and its occult roots. You'll be astounded to learn how it's being used not just as a teaching tool, but as an indoctrination system, replacing the teachings of the church and parents with a New World interfaith religion. Hear Rhonda share her insights on the role of corporate America in perpetuating this narrative and the steps her organization is taking to ensure parents are aware and prepared to protect their children.
This episode is a must-listen for every parent and educator - be inspired, be informed and take a stand for your child's future.
Visit Truth In Education!
The Secret Communist Movement Inside America
On Jan. 10, 1963, a list of 45 communist goals was read into the Congressional Record Appendix, pp. A34-A35.
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Are your children's values, beliefs, and spirit being stolen under the guise of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in public schools? You need to hear this! With Rhonda Thomas, co-founder of Truth and Education, we fearlessly explore the depths of this issue that's impacting the future of our children and the education system at large. We shed light on the alarming infiltration of critical race theory, critical gender theory, and critical queer theory, and how SEL is being used as a tool for indoctrination.
This isn't just another episode about education and parenting. We expose the hidden agenda behind SEL and its occult roots. You'll be astounded to learn how it's being used not just as a teaching tool, but as an indoctrination system, replacing the teachings of the church and parents with a New World interfaith religion. Hear Rhonda share her insights on the role of corporate America in perpetuating this narrative and the steps her organization is taking to ensure parents are aware and prepared to protect their children.
This episode is a must-listen for every parent and educator - be inspired, be informed and take a stand for your child's future.
Visit Truth In Education!
The Secret Communist Movement Inside America
On Jan. 10, 1963, a list of 45 communist goals was read into the Congressional Record Appendix, pp. A34-A35.
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Ever wondered who you truly are at the core of your existence? Brace yourself for a deep dive into the heart of our divine purpose, as we journey through the teachings of revered saints - Catherine of Siena, Athanasius and the profound theology of the body from John Paul II. We engage in a spirited discourse on the sacramental meaning of creation, the essence of the rainbow covenant, while critically examining the distortions of the transgender movement. Our exploration doesn’t stop there, as we unravel the complexities of separating the body, soul, and mind, a disintegration triggered by feelings reigning supreme.
Join Linda and Jack as They Bring Alive St John Pauls Theology of the Body, Audience # 67! The Eschaton! Eternal Union and Communion With God.
"In the Resurrection They Take neither wife nor husband, but are like the angels in heaven" (Mt 22:30; cf. Mk 12:25).
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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902 S Randall Road
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St. Charles, IL. 60174***Support the show
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Ever wondered who you truly are at the core of your existence? Brace yourself for a deep dive into the heart of our divine purpose, as we journey through the teachings of revered saints - Catherine of Siena, Athanasius and the profound theology of the body from John Paul II. We engage in a spirited discourse on the sacramental meaning of creation, the essence of the rainbow covenant, while critically examining the distortions of the transgender movement. Our exploration doesn’t stop there, as we unravel the complexities of separating the body, soul, and mind, a disintegration triggered by feelings reigning supreme.
Join Linda and Jack as They Bring Alive St John Pauls Theology of the Body, Audience # 67! The Eschaton! Eternal Union and Communion With God.
"In the Resurrection They Take neither wife nor husband, but are like the angels in heaven" (Mt 22:30; cf. Mk 12:25).
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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902 S Randall Road
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St. Charles, IL. 60174***Support the show
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What if the world as we know it is on the brink of imminent change? As we face the possibility of World War III and the escalating tide of evil, it's time we turn to the Scriptures for guidance and understanding.
Can the decline and moral decay of nations be attributed to the rejection of Jesus Christ? We delve into this question as we discuss the societal decay resulting from a lack of faith.
Please support our Parent out reach through "Stolen Innocence" our live presentation, and LoveEd, that helps Parents teach their children about the beauty of love and sexuality within the context of our Christian Faith.
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***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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What if the world as we know it is on the brink of imminent change? As we face the possibility of World War III and the escalating tide of evil, it's time we turn to the Scriptures for guidance and understanding.
Can the decline and moral decay of nations be attributed to the rejection of Jesus Christ? We delve into this question as we discuss the societal decay resulting from a lack of faith.
Please support our Parent out reach through "Stolen Innocence" our live presentation, and LoveEd, that helps Parents teach their children about the beauty of love and sexuality within the context of our Christian Faith.
This will only succeed with much Grace and your Support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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Join me as I engage in an enriching conversation with Dr. Jay Richards from the Heritage Foundation.
In a world where science and ideology are increasingly at loggerheads, we dissect the controversial topic of gender ideology and its contradiction to biological realities. We navigate Neil Tyson's attempts to reconcile science with popular gender ideologies and the resulting chaos in children's understanding of reality. As we shed light on how gender ideology is used to propagate a utopian vision, we hope to equip you with the insights and awareness to navigate this complex and changing landscape. Join Jack and Dr. Jay Richards for this eye-opening discussion – it's a conversation you won't want to miss!
Jay W. Richards, PhD, is Director of the Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family and the William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow in Religious Liberty and Civil Society at The Heritage Foundation.
He is a senior fellow at the Discovery Institute and Executive Editor of The Stream.
Jay is author or editor of more than a dozen books, including the New York Times bestsellers Infiltrated (2013) and Indivisible (2012); The Human Advantage; Money, Greed, and God, winner of a 2010 Templeton Enterprise Award; The Hobbit Party with Jonathan Witt; and Eat, Fast, Feast.
He is also creator and executive producer of several documentaries, including three that have appeared widely on PBS.
Jay has appeared on hundreds of radio and television programs, including Larry King Live(CNN), CBS Evening News, MSNBC, Huckabee, Dayside, Fox and Friends, Studio B with Shepard Smith (Fox News), Glenn Beck TV,PBS, CBN, TBN, and is a regular guest onEWTN.
His 2008 debate at Stanford University with Christopher Hitchens, moderated by Ben Stein, was broadcast live to several hundred churches in North America.
Please visit the Heritage Foundation for additional information.
Follow at Twitter@DrJayRichards
Follow up Episode! #406 Lieutenant Colonel Matt Crouch, USMC, Now With Heritage Action: The Strategic Attack on Our Culture and Our Children
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Join me as I engage in an enriching conversation with Dr. Jay Richards from the Heritage Foundation.
In a world where science and ideology are increasingly at loggerheads, we dissect the controversial topic of gender ideology and its contradiction to biological realities. We navigate Neil Tyson's attempts to reconcile science with popular gender ideologies and the resulting chaos in children's understanding of reality. As we shed light on how gender ideology is used to propagate a utopian vision, we hope to equip you with the insights and awareness to navigate this complex and changing landscape. Join Jack and Dr. Jay Richards for this eye-opening discussion – it's a conversation you won't want to miss!
Jay W. Richards, PhD, is Director of the Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family and the William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow in Religious Liberty and Civil Society at The Heritage Foundation.
He is a senior fellow at the Discovery Institute and Executive Editor of The Stream.
Jay is author or editor of more than a dozen books, including the New York Times bestsellers Infiltrated (2013) and Indivisible (2012); The Human Advantage; Money, Greed, and God, winner of a 2010 Templeton Enterprise Award; The Hobbit Party with Jonathan Witt; and Eat, Fast, Feast.
He is also creator and executive producer of several documentaries, including three that have appeared widely on PBS.
Jay has appeared on hundreds of radio and television programs, including Larry King Live(CNN), CBS Evening News, MSNBC, Huckabee, Dayside, Fox and Friends, Studio B with Shepard Smith (Fox News), Glenn Beck TV,PBS, CBN, TBN, and is a regular guest onEWTN.
His 2008 debate at Stanford University with Christopher Hitchens, moderated by Ben Stein, was broadcast live to several hundred churches in North America.
Please visit the Heritage Foundation for additional information.
Follow at Twitter@DrJayRichards
Follow up Episode! #406 Lieutenant Colonel Matt Crouch, USMC, Now With Heritage Action: The Strategic Attack on Our Culture and Our Children
Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
Please send donations to support our work to:
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St. Charles, IL. 60174***Support the show
Email me with questions! Contact Jack: BWYR Podcast is a production of the John Paul ll Renewal Center or email him at info@jp2renew.org
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I apologize for my absence in this week's episode. Traveling took me away from our usual Theology of the Body Audience with Linda. We should be back on track next week. Meanwhile, I invite you to journey back through our previous episodes and discover their enriching insights. In these trying times, with tensions rising in Israel, Ukraine, and globally, I find myself contemplating the world around us.
Despite the Western world's increasing rejection of Christianity, I am encouraged by the unyielding faith of the remnant who stand strong. This episode, although not as per usual, is a call for us to remain steadfast in our convictions, to pray, to participate in the sacraments, and to be the shining lights of truth, goodness, and beauty. I share my daily scripture reading suggestions, the transformative power of the Rosary, and discuss how the Auxilium Christianorum prayers have been a powerful force in my life to fight demonic activity.
These are trying times. Let's continue to engage in these discussions, keep each other in our prayers, and continue our journey of faith together. Thank you for standing with and for our Savior Jesus Christ!
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I apologize for my absence in this week's episode. Traveling took me away from our usual Theology of the Body Audience with Linda. We should be back on track next week. Meanwhile, I invite you to journey back through our previous episodes and discover their enriching insights. In these trying times, with tensions rising in Israel, Ukraine, and globally, I find myself contemplating the world around us.
Despite the Western world's increasing rejection of Christianity, I am encouraged by the unyielding faith of the remnant who stand strong. This episode, although not as per usual, is a call for us to remain steadfast in our convictions, to pray, to participate in the sacraments, and to be the shining lights of truth, goodness, and beauty. I share my daily scripture reading suggestions, the transformative power of the Rosary, and discuss how the Auxilium Christianorum prayers have been a powerful force in my life to fight demonic activity.
These are trying times. Let's continue to engage in these discussions, keep each other in our prayers, and continue our journey of faith together. Thank you for standing with and for our Savior Jesus Christ!
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Do you feel the world around you is in chaos? As Israel is attacked and another war breaks out there will be more pain and suffering.
Today we unfold the crisis of our time, dissecting how the decline of faith in God has precipitated the fall of Western civilization and its effect on individuals, families, and nations. And how building small faith communities may be the answer.
We discuss Sundays Scripture from Isaiah, St. Paul and Matthew's Gospel as prophetic voices to guide our actions and thoughts towards truth, honor, justice, love and all that is excellent.
Lastly, we scrutinize the profound impact that the sexual revolution, identity politics, CRT, and Gender theories have contributed to the disintegration of traditional family. The fallout of these movements, such as fatherlessness, divorce, single parenthood, childlessness, street unrest, and politicization of public discourse, has resulted in a relationship deficit and an identity crisis for many.
Men are at War with God, by Mary Eberstadt
Books by Mary Eberstadt; Primal Screams, How the West Really Lost God, and more!
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Do you feel the world around you is in chaos? As Israel is attacked and another war breaks out there will be more pain and suffering.
Today we unfold the crisis of our time, dissecting how the decline of faith in God has precipitated the fall of Western civilization and its effect on individuals, families, and nations. And how building small faith communities may be the answer.
We discuss Sundays Scripture from Isaiah, St. Paul and Matthew's Gospel as prophetic voices to guide our actions and thoughts towards truth, honor, justice, love and all that is excellent.
Lastly, we scrutinize the profound impact that the sexual revolution, identity politics, CRT, and Gender theories have contributed to the disintegration of traditional family. The fallout of these movements, such as fatherlessness, divorce, single parenthood, childlessness, street unrest, and politicization of public discourse, has resulted in a relationship deficit and an identity crisis for many.
Men are at War with God, by Mary Eberstadt
Books by Mary Eberstadt; Primal Screams, How the West Really Lost God, and more!
Please support our Parent out reach through "Stolen Innocence" our live presentation, and LoveEd, that helps Parents teach their children about the beauty of love and sexuality within the context of our Christian Faith.
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Get ready to embark on a captivating and heartwarming journey with Cynthia Breheny, a notable digital artist, animator, author and new mom.
Cynthia shares her experiences growing up with gender dysphoria and tells the story of her search for alternative therapies without transition. She goes on to describe her work to help others through the Paradox Institute. Her story and path to healing is a warm and tender must-listen for anyone looking to understand these complicated issues better.
Learn more at the Paradox Institute
Trans Ideology: the Modern Hydra by Cynthia Breheny
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Get ready to embark on a captivating and heartwarming journey with Cynthia Breheny, a notable digital artist, animator, author and new mom.
Cynthia shares her experiences growing up with gender dysphoria and tells the story of her search for alternative therapies without transition. She goes on to describe her work to help others through the Paradox Institute. Her story and path to healing is a warm and tender must-listen for anyone looking to understand these complicated issues better.
Learn more at the Paradox Institute
Trans Ideology: the Modern Hydra by Cynthia Breheny
Please support our Parent out reach through "Stolen Innocence" our live presentation, and LoveEd, that helps Parents teach their children about the beauty of love and sexuality within the context of our Christian Faith.
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"When they rise from the dead, they take neither wife nor husband" (Mk 12:25). Christ speaks these words, which have a key meaning for the Theology of the Body, after having affirmed in the dialogue with the Sadducees that the resurrection conforms to the "Power of the Living God."
Join Linda Pieper and Jack as they discuss a "New Meaning of the Body" as outlined by St. John Paul II in audience #66 of his masterful work; Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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"When they rise from the dead, they take neither wife nor husband" (Mk 12:25). Christ speaks these words, which have a key meaning for the Theology of the Body, after having affirmed in the dialogue with the Sadducees that the resurrection conforms to the "Power of the Living God."
Join Linda Pieper and Jack as they discuss a "New Meaning of the Body" as outlined by St. John Paul II in audience #66 of his masterful work; Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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What if the key to unlocking the mysteries of salvation lies within the pages of Saint John Paul II's reflections on the Book of Acts? Today's podcast was dually inspired, first by a recently published book, in 2019, based on newly discovered reflections by Saint John Paul II on the famous passage in the book of Acts where the apostle Paul speaks to the skeptical Greeks about the 'unknown God.' Secondly, as fate would have it, by a text I received from a young woman who had been sexually abused, just as I was about to write down my reflections of John Pauls book. Per the book, Teachings for an Unbelieving World, each brief teaching contained within is a gem taking us ever deeper into the mind of St. John Paul and the mystery of salvation.
Today I will also tackle St. Paul's exhortation in Philippians 2:12, urging us to work out our salvation with fear and trembling, and Ephesians 2 which illuminates how Christ bridges the gap between us and God, and us and our fellow man.
Does the prospect of a world void of grace chillingly resonate with you? It's time we examine the severe implications of not knowing God and the weighty responsibility of living out the Gospel. We bear witness to the monumental role of pastors and parents in projecting this message and delve into the transformative power of grace that empowers us to triumph over sin and eternal death. As we carry the torch of faith, our actions shed light into the world, a beacon of hope amid the darkness.
In the final leg of our journey, we take a hard look at society's fallen culture, the erosion of morals, values, virtues, and the devastating ripple effect it has on the fabric of our world. Drawing wisdom from 1 Corinthians 1:22-25, we uncover the profound truth that God's foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, and His weakness stronger than human strength. Let us inspire you to embrace these teachings, arming yourself with the shield of faith, to navigate the tides of life with grace, courage and conviction.
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What if the key to unlocking the mysteries of salvation lies within the pages of Saint John Paul II's reflections on the Book of Acts? Today's podcast was dually inspired, first by a recently published book, in 2019, based on newly discovered reflections by Saint John Paul II on the famous passage in the book of Acts where the apostle Paul speaks to the skeptical Greeks about the 'unknown God.' Secondly, as fate would have it, by a text I received from a young woman who had been sexually abused, just as I was about to write down my reflections of John Pauls book. Per the book, Teachings for an Unbelieving World, each brief teaching contained within is a gem taking us ever deeper into the mind of St. John Paul and the mystery of salvation.
Today I will also tackle St. Paul's exhortation in Philippians 2:12, urging us to work out our salvation with fear and trembling, and Ephesians 2 which illuminates how Christ bridges the gap between us and God, and us and our fellow man.
Does the prospect of a world void of grace chillingly resonate with you? It's time we examine the severe implications of not knowing God and the weighty responsibility of living out the Gospel. We bear witness to the monumental role of pastors and parents in projecting this message and delve into the transformative power of grace that empowers us to triumph over sin and eternal death. As we carry the torch of faith, our actions shed light into the world, a beacon of hope amid the darkness.
In the final leg of our journey, we take a hard look at society's fallen culture, the erosion of morals, values, virtues, and the devastating ripple effect it has on the fabric of our world. Drawing wisdom from 1 Corinthians 1:22-25, we uncover the profound truth that God's foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, and His weakness stronger than human strength. Let us inspire you to embrace these teachings, arming yourself with the shield of faith, to navigate the tides of life with grace, courage and conviction.
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your Support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
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Is the innocence of our children under threat? What’s the role of the church in shaping societal norms about sexuality and identity? Join Jack and Tom Hampson as they unravel the implications of Illinois's new law allowing any multiple occupancy restroom to be identified as all gender. Our conversation takes us back to the roots of this societal shift, tracing its origins to Alfred Kinsey, the sexual attitude readjustment films, and the repercussions on our children.
We find ourselves in the midst of a battle for the human soul, focusing on the urgency of safeguarding the innocence of children. We emphasize the importance of a moral and virtuous base, the lack of which has lead to the disintegration of marriages, families, churches, our freedoms and has the potential to destroy our Nation. We urge listeners to educate themselves and actively participate in their communities. Stand with us as we rally for truth, love, and a biblical worldview.
Read Tom's full article, "What Happened?"
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Is the innocence of our children under threat? What’s the role of the church in shaping societal norms about sexuality and identity? Join Jack and Tom Hampson as they unravel the implications of Illinois's new law allowing any multiple occupancy restroom to be identified as all gender. Our conversation takes us back to the roots of this societal shift, tracing its origins to Alfred Kinsey, the sexual attitude readjustment films, and the repercussions on our children.
We find ourselves in the midst of a battle for the human soul, focusing on the urgency of safeguarding the innocence of children. We emphasize the importance of a moral and virtuous base, the lack of which has lead to the disintegration of marriages, families, churches, our freedoms and has the potential to destroy our Nation. We urge listeners to educate themselves and actively participate in their communities. Stand with us as we rally for truth, love, and a biblical worldview.
Read Tom's full article, "What Happened?"
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your Support!
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Have you ever meditated on the reality that within your human heart resides Divine Life? Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's, the Theology Of The Body .
The Power of God—not as a force of domination, but as a benevolent provider. We contemplate the face of Christ, His resurrection, and how the reality of the Cross, embraced, will liberate us from sin and fear.
This is audience 65 of Pope John Paul II's masterful work; Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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Have you ever meditated on the reality that within your human heart resides Divine Life? Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's, the Theology Of The Body .
The Power of God—not as a force of domination, but as a benevolent provider. We contemplate the face of Christ, His resurrection, and how the reality of the Cross, embraced, will liberate us from sin and fear.
This is audience 65 of Pope John Paul II's masterful work; Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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Transitioning from physical realities to spiritual ones, we journey into the extraordinary life of Padre Pio, the Capuchin priest who bore the stigmata—Christ's wounds—as he lived a life of service to God and sinners. Padre Pio's tale, laden with divine gifts and miracles, deeply resonated with my own father. His story, and the lessons it holds, is not buried in the past but holds valuable teachings for today’s youth.
Be prepared for a deep reflection on the transformative power of prayer drawn from the encounter between Father Columban and Padre Pio. From Padre Pio's secret shoulder wound, considered the most painful by Christ himself, we learn the power of intense prayer in reshaping our lives and our relationship with God. We're reminded that every day, we stand before the tree of knowledge of good and evil, deciding to either embrace or reject God. As we close this episode, we meditate on the essence of fervent prayer, drawing inspiration from Padre Pio and Father Columban's transformative journey, and glimpse into the boundless reach of divine love.
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Transitioning from physical realities to spiritual ones, we journey into the extraordinary life of Padre Pio, the Capuchin priest who bore the stigmata—Christ's wounds—as he lived a life of service to God and sinners. Padre Pio's tale, laden with divine gifts and miracles, deeply resonated with my own father. His story, and the lessons it holds, is not buried in the past but holds valuable teachings for today’s youth.
Be prepared for a deep reflection on the transformative power of prayer drawn from the encounter between Father Columban and Padre Pio. From Padre Pio's secret shoulder wound, considered the most painful by Christ himself, we learn the power of intense prayer in reshaping our lives and our relationship with God. We're reminded that every day, we stand before the tree of knowledge of good and evil, deciding to either embrace or reject God. As we close this episode, we meditate on the essence of fervent prayer, drawing inspiration from Padre Pio and Father Columban's transformative journey, and glimpse into the boundless reach of divine love.
We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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Is your child's education under siege? Brace yourself as Lieutenant Colonel Matt Crouch and I pull back the curtain on the left's strategic attack on our culture and our children. We bring to light how empowering parents is the cornerstone in preserving childhood innocence and safeguarding the foundational values of our society.
Join us as we navigate the complexities of school choice, an essential tool in giving parents control over their children's education. We expose the left's unnerving scheme to capture the minds of the young, and its impact on National Assessment for Education scores. As we delve deeper into the unsettling issues in Illinois, we uncover the state's ban against book bans and its glaring refusal to address explicit content in libraries. But fear not, we are here to guide you on how to take action to support school choice and shield your children from these menacing influences.
Amidst the rising tide of cancel culture and the woke mob, we encourage you to stand firm for truth and tap into resources from Heritage Action to fight for your values. Let's reclaim our children's education and preserve the America we know and love for future generations.
Matt CrouchState DirectorHeritage Action for America
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Is your child's education under siege? Brace yourself as Lieutenant Colonel Matt Crouch and I pull back the curtain on the left's strategic attack on our culture and our children. We bring to light how empowering parents is the cornerstone in preserving childhood innocence and safeguarding the foundational values of our society.
Join us as we navigate the complexities of school choice, an essential tool in giving parents control over their children's education. We expose the left's unnerving scheme to capture the minds of the young, and its impact on National Assessment for Education scores. As we delve deeper into the unsettling issues in Illinois, we uncover the state's ban against book bans and its glaring refusal to address explicit content in libraries. But fear not, we are here to guide you on how to take action to support school choice and shield your children from these menacing influences.
Amidst the rising tide of cancel culture and the woke mob, we encourage you to stand firm for truth and tap into resources from Heritage Action to fight for your values. Let's reclaim our children's education and preserve the America we know and love for future generations.
Matt CrouchState DirectorHeritage Action for America
Cell: 202-329-0329
matthew.crouch@heritageaction.com
heritageaction.com
Heritage Foundation
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Jesus answers as follows: "Is not this the reason you are wrong, that you know neither the Scriptures not the power of God? For when they rise from the dead, they take neither wife nor husband, but are like angels in heaven" (Mk 12:24-25).
With audience #64 of St John Paul II's Theology of the Body" as their guide, Linda and Jack explore the third part of the triptych that paints a vivid picture of marriage as the image of God, and how it directs us to our ultimate union with God, our final destiny.
We'll then take a leap back in history to the institution of the Pontifical Institute for Marriage and the Family under John Paul II and the assassination attempt on his life.
And make no mistake, there's a prophesied battle over marriage and family raging between God and Satan, and you'll feel its tremors in our society and culture. Did you know that the advent of no-fault divorce in the 80s had a profound impact on family values? We'll connect the dots for you.
Finally, we'll navigate the innate human desire for God, as espoused in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Listen as we dissect how this desire is being distorted in our culture today.
This is audience 64 if you are following us in Pope John Paul II's masterful work; Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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Jesus answers as follows: "Is not this the reason you are wrong, that you know neither the Scriptures not the power of God? For when they rise from the dead, they take neither wife nor husband, but are like angels in heaven" (Mk 12:24-25).
With audience #64 of St John Paul II's Theology of the Body" as their guide, Linda and Jack explore the third part of the triptych that paints a vivid picture of marriage as the image of God, and how it directs us to our ultimate union with God, our final destiny.
We'll then take a leap back in history to the institution of the Pontifical Institute for Marriage and the Family under John Paul II and the assassination attempt on his life.
And make no mistake, there's a prophesied battle over marriage and family raging between God and Satan, and you'll feel its tremors in our society and culture. Did you know that the advent of no-fault divorce in the 80s had a profound impact on family values? We'll connect the dots for you.
Finally, we'll navigate the innate human desire for God, as espoused in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Listen as we dissect how this desire is being distorted in our culture today.
This is audience 64 if you are following us in Pope John Paul II's masterful work; Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.We need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Prepare for a journey into the accelerating spiritual warfare of our times. Jack exposes the disturbing signs of society's moral decline, reflected not only in our laws and culture, but in the shifting public opinion. Drawing from Scripture, the signs of the times, and Bishop Fulton Sheens prophetic statement from 1974, he illuminates the Church's looming trial, the baffling mystery of lawlessness, and the ominous emergence of the Antichrist.
The distortion of Christian doctrine, the attempt to take down the economy, the manipulation of children through gender ideologies and the threats from world elites can be overwhelming. However, recognizing the war between good and evil is the first step to overcoming it. So, join us on this journey of spiritual warfare, arming ourselves with faith and knowledge to combat the forces of evil. Your faith is your armor – wear it well.
Please consider a donation to help support our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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Prepare for a journey into the accelerating spiritual warfare of our times. Jack exposes the disturbing signs of society's moral decline, reflected not only in our laws and culture, but in the shifting public opinion. Drawing from Scripture, the signs of the times, and Bishop Fulton Sheens prophetic statement from 1974, he illuminates the Church's looming trial, the baffling mystery of lawlessness, and the ominous emergence of the Antichrist.
The distortion of Christian doctrine, the attempt to take down the economy, the manipulation of children through gender ideologies and the threats from world elites can be overwhelming. However, recognizing the war between good and evil is the first step to overcoming it. So, join us on this journey of spiritual warfare, arming ourselves with faith and knowledge to combat the forces of evil. Your faith is your armor – wear it well.
Please consider a donation to help support our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Are you prepared for an intense journey into the realm of spiritual warfare? This episode promises a deep dive into the potent prayers of the Auxilium Christianorum, a spiritual lifeline that I am intimately acquainted with, offering daily recitations to fortify my faith. Get ready to uncover the stark reality of our membership in the Church Militant, and the ceaseless, unseen battles we wage against darkness.
The Demonic is real and closer than you think. I bring in the insights from Father Michel Rodrigue, a French Canadian priest with prophetic visions, and C.S. Lewis. We also turn our gaze towards the disrespect shown to the Body of Christ, the infiltration of evil, and the indispensible role of purification.
The distortion of Christian doctrine, the attempt to take down the economy, the manipulation of children through gender ideologies and the threats from world elites can be overwhelming. However, recognizing the war between good and evil is the first step to overcoming it. So, join us on this journey of spiritual warfare, arming ourselves with faith and knowledge to combat the forces of evil. Your faith is your armor – wear it well.
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Are you prepared for an intense journey into the realm of spiritual warfare? This episode promises a deep dive into the potent prayers of the Auxilium Christianorum, a spiritual lifeline that I am intimately acquainted with, offering daily recitations to fortify my faith. Get ready to uncover the stark reality of our membership in the Church Militant, and the ceaseless, unseen battles we wage against darkness.
The Demonic is real and closer than you think. I bring in the insights from Father Michel Rodrigue, a French Canadian priest with prophetic visions, and C.S. Lewis. We also turn our gaze towards the disrespect shown to the Body of Christ, the infiltration of evil, and the indispensible role of purification.
The distortion of Christian doctrine, the attempt to take down the economy, the manipulation of children through gender ideologies and the threats from world elites can be overwhelming. However, recognizing the war between good and evil is the first step to overcoming it. So, join us on this journey of spiritual warfare, arming ourselves with faith and knowledge to combat the forces of evil. Your faith is your armor – wear it well.
Please consider a donation to help support our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
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What if we told you that the key to finding true love and satisfaction lies within your own lived experiences, infused with the Gospel? Join us as we uncover the divine echo within every human heart and reflect on the profound sacredness of the human body.
Join Linda and Jack as they follow the lead of John Paul II and journey into the realm of art and media, examining their impact on humanity. Here, we challenge both artists and viewers to scrutinize their hearts and intentions. We ruminate on the beauty of the mystery of another human being, seeing with purity of heart, and the self-giving dance of masculinity and femininity, paving the path for the creation of families and bonds.
As we reach the climax of our discussion, we explore Christ's profound words about finding fulfillment in life by giving ourselves away. We confront the destructive potential of lust and ponder the disintegration of culture. Finally, we contemplate how to allow our hearts to open to God's grace, leading us to the treasure of authentic joy and peace.
This is audience 63 if you are following us in Pope John Paul II's masterful work; Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed with much Grace and your support!
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Get ready for a thought-provoking dialog with Noelle Mering, the author of "Awake, Not Woke – a Christian response to the cult of progressive ideology". Your perspective on the world around you will take on more light that will help you navigate the illusions and falsehoods presented by the woke movement.
Our discourse includes insightful conversation on the troubling distortion of language by this progressive ideology that has far-reaching impact on our young ones. From public education and the Library system to social emotional learning and the latest sex education standards, it's evident that the woke movement isn't just a passing fad. In addition to the long march to control our institutions it is strategically recruiting children to be the foot soldiers in a revolution that goes beyond cultural implications, reaching into spiritual battle for control of the human soul.
While we cast light on these dark corners, we also reiterate the critical role parents play in nurturing and safeguarding their children.
Follow Noelle and visit her website!
NoelleMering.com
TheologyofHome.com
Here is one of her recent articles that is relevant to the discussion: https://americanmind.org/salvo/the-long-march-through-the-soul/
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Thus says the Lord to the Prophet Ezekiel, "when you hear me say anything, you shall warn them for me. If I tell the wicked, "O wicked one, you shall surely die," and you do not speak out to dissuade the wicked from his way, the wicked shall die for his guilt, but I will hold you responsible for his death!"
In this episode I peel back the veil to reveal a sinister reality we cannot ignore - the exploitation of children. Given the gravity of this issue, I felt compelled to share my experience of confronting those who attempted to stifle my public discourse on this troubling matter. As we explore this topic, we highlight our collective responsibility, echoing the teachings from the book of Ezekiel, to protect the innocent and stand firm against the forces of evil.
Diving into this Sunday's scriptures, we examine the profound lessons from Ezekiel, the Psalms, and St. Paul...a call for us to defend the vulnerable starts by embracing the sacrifice of Christ, our yes, our Fiat... so as to win the battle of our own hearts! Our courage to stand for all that is true, good and beautiful flows from the water and blood of His pierced heart on the Cross.
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What if the innocence of our children and the sanctity of their minds were being violated by the very institutions meant to protect them? We're peeling back the layers of a distorted culture, revealing the harsh reality of explicit sex education standards imposed on young children, and exposing the rapid cultural decay echoing St. John Paul II's prescient warnings in The Ethos of the Body and Art and Media series. Join us, as we probe Christ's sermon of the mount to unearth the divine purpose intrinsic to our existence and highlight the perils of straying from this path.
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss John Paul II's audience #62, Man and Woman He Created Them.
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce the launch of "LoveED" and our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us for $50.00 a month to help us get this effort off the ground. Please join us in this crucial effort to help parents "opt their children out of sex in the the public schools" and provide a lifeline for them to be the primary educators of their children, especially when it comes to sex education. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
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We're standing on the frontline of a battle waged against the very fabric of our society, a war ripping apart the sanctity of marriage, family, and faith. Our children's innocence, our freedom, our eternity, all hang in the balance as Neo Marxists strive to build their utopian society. Unraveling the threads of this complex narrative, we shine a spotlight on Catholic social teaching, and how it intersects with the challenges of our time.
Ever wondered what really lies under the umbrella term LGBTQ, and its implications for our education system? We tackle queer theory head-on, dissecting its origins, its ideological framework, and the stark contrast it presents against lesbian and gay studies. This journey of enlightenment reveals the unsettling truth of a proposed drag pedagogy in our education system and an orchestrated effort to rewrite the innocence of childhood. The profound impact this has on the traditional nuclear family is something we can no longer ignore.
Yet, in this seemingly desolate landscape, there is a beacon of hope. The power of Scripture, prayer, and sacraments; the promise of the New Evangelization. We lean into the wisdom of Jeremiah, Psalm 63, 1 Corinthians, and Matthew 16, drawing strength from their timeless teachings. Reflecting on Pope Benedict XVI's statement and Pope John Paul II's words to the young people, we explore the art of living through evangelizing Jesus Christ. It's time we embrace our call to kindness, unity, and most importantly, courage, for it’s only by standing and speaking the gospel with love that we can push back against the forces of evil.
References: Queer Education is Child Abuse, By Dr. James Lindsay
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce the launch of "LoveED" and our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us for $50.00 a month to help us get this effort off the ground. Please join us in this crucial effort to help parents "opt their children out of sex in the the public schools" and provide a lifeline for them to be the primary educators of their children, especially when it comes to sex education. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
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Ever wondered how society's perception of love and human dignity has shifted over the years and the impact it has on us? Join Linda and I as we embark on a thought-provoking exploration of Audience #61 of John Paul II's masterful work, Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body.
Our journey takes us through the undercurrents of pornography that have swept society, shedding light on its grooming and desensitizing effects on the young minds, obscuring them from the divine beginning - the Imago Dei. Grappling with these challenging issues, we turn to the wisdom of John Paul II, his teachings of love's sanctity and human dignity. We explore the profound implications of his statement about men treating their wives with reverence when making love, as though stepping onto holy ground.
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce the launch of "LoveED" and our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us for $50.00 a month to help us get this effort off the ground. Please join us in this crucial effort to help parents "opt their children out of sex in the the public schools" and provide a lifeline for them to be the primary educators of their children, especially when it comes to sex education. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
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Deacon Mike Alber vividly recounts his transformative experiences, revealing God's pro-life intent. From his contemplative moments during adoration to a visit to a baby exhibit, shares how these occurrences, paired with science and the sacraments, deepened his profound appreciation for life in the womb.
As a follow up please listen to Jacks interview with Rebecca Kiessling.
279 Conceived In Rape; Rebecca Kiessling's Inspiring Story Of Life and Love"Having been adopted as a baby, I knew almost nothing about my birth mother. At 18, I requested my mother's "non-identifying information" and learned that a serial rapist had brutally raped her at knifepoint. This is how I was conceived. I remember feeling ugly and unwanted, and wondered, "Who would ever love me?"
Please consider partnering with us on our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence. Help us launch "LoveED" by joining our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us for $50.00 a month to help us get this effort off the ground.
Please join us in this crucial effort to help parents "opt their children out of sex in the the public schools" and provide a lifeline for them to be the primary educators of their children, especially when it comes to sex education. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue...and in turn save our Country for their future.
We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level! Jesus said, "You too go out and labor in my vineyard"
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What if the moral corruption in politics was an inevitable symptom of a deeper societal decay? This episode dissects the intriguing parallels between today's political climate under Joe Biden, the previous administration under Donald Trump, and the historical events of 1 Samuel Chapter 8 when the people rejected God and demanded a king to rule them.
Jack ventures beyond the surface of politics, into the inner workings of influential institutions and the deep state, unearthing their control over the American people and the consequent effects on our daily lives.
Amidst the chaos and uncertainties, we find solace in Psalm 23. We're reminded of the serenity of green pastures and still waters, the restoration offered by His rod and staff, and the courage that He instills in us during the darkest times. So, whether you're seeking to understand the intricacies of our political landscape or searching for spiritual reassurance tune in!
Please consider partnering with us on our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence. Help us launch "LoveED" by joining our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us for $50.00 a month to help us get this effort off the ground.
Please join us in this crucial effort to help parents "opt their children out of sex in the the public schools" and provide a lifeline for them to be the primary educators of their children, especially when it comes to sex education. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue...and in turn save our Country for their future.
We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level! Jesus said, "You too go out and labor in my vineyard"
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
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What if you were told that our very understanding of who we are, our purpose, and our quest for love and happiness is deeply connected to divine life?
Reflecting upon Pope John Paul II's audience # 60, The Ethos of the Body in Art and Media, Jack and Linda discuss the significant role that art and media have in shaping the culture of purity and chastity.
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce the launch of "LoveED" and our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us for $50.00 a month to help us get this effort off the ground. Please join us in this crucial effort to help parents "opt their children out of sex in the the public schools" and provide a lifeline for them to be the primary educators of their children, especially when it comes to sex education. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
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Picture this: the institution we entrust with the education and development of our children, instead becoming a platform for sexual grooming and exploitation. Unsettling? Yes. Necessary to confront? Absolutely. We delve into the unnerving reality that our children's innocence is being stolen right under our noses, within the very walls of our public schools. We're not just talking about a minor issue here. We're addressing the gross injustice of stolen innocence and sexual exploitation, and exploring the vital questions - why, what, and how to rectify this. This fight is about more than just our kids - it's about the future of our world.
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce the launch of "LoveEd" to support parents and children. Please partner with us and join the 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us and donate $50 a month for a minimum of 18 months. Please support our effort to bring this light to the world. We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
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Sheen warned 50 years ago that "not far after our time, and perhaps in the time of some, then will come the battles and the testing. Our Lord said, Satan would sift you as wheat." Today we are being sifted!
Yet he went that "we can all thank God that we live in these days! Really, it's beautiful. Now we can say , 'aye' or 'nay,' and we can bear up under assault, criticism and ridicule, because this is the lot of the Christian in the days of the spirit of the world."
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce the launch of "LoveEd" to support parents and children. Please partner with us and join the 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to partner with us and donate $50 a month for a minimum of 18 months. Please support our effort to bring this light to the world. We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
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Is life puzzling you with profound questions about identity, purpose, and the quest for true love? Join Linda and Jack as they share John Paul II's Audience #59 from his profound work "Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body."
The profound insight from Matthew 5:27-28 on purity of heart and our unity with God will be our compass as we navigate the maze of life. And remember, these timeless words of Jesus are meant for each one of us, irrespective of time and place.
Ever wondered how the rules of a game, say football or basketball can shed light on our spiritual life? Let's explore this together. Our focus will also be on the sacramental significance of our sexuality as a mirror of the divine Trinity and the union of two individuals. We'll also discuss our society's current struggles with understanding the true essence of our free will and God's intention for us to co-create with Him. The discussion takes a serious turn as we express our concern over the misleading teachings in public schools and the urgent need for a holistic education incorporating the theology of the body.
Finally, we'll tackle the challenging battle between good and evil, as spoken about by Pope John Paul II. We'll investigate how our materialistic culture can potentially stunt spiritual growth and how societal issues like divorce, free love, and transgenderism are obscuring the dignity of marriage and family. But there's hope! We'll introduce you to Love Ed, an initiative that empowers parents to impart theology and pedagogy to their children. Trust us, you don't want to miss out on how this initiative can lead us towards a divine life. So join us, as we journey towards understanding and enlightenment.
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to donate $50 a month for a minimum of 18 months. Join us in this crucial episode that shines a light on societal issues while providing a lifeline for concerned parents. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
Please support our effort to bring this light to the world. We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Are you ready to be catapulted back in time to 1974? Brace yourself for a fascinating journey as Jack decodes the prophetic warnings of Bishop Fulton Sheen and their alarming relevance today. From the impact of the sexual revolution on the sacred institutions of marriage and family, to the chilling infiltration of evil in our government.
Listen to "Rich Men North of Richmond" by Oliver Anthony! A voice reading 'the signs of the time.'
What if God’s covenant with His people could be understood through the lens of the contemporary media landscape? In our second act, we dive straight into a profound exploration of this concept, guided by Bishop Sheen's unique insights into the press and television. As we trace the footprints of the sexual revolution and its consequences, we also explore the persistent efforts of God to reach out to His people. With an in-depth look at the divine symbolism of marriage, we illuminate the limitless depths of God's love.
We are part of the great eternal battle between good and evil. Drawing inspiration from the wisdom of St. John Paul II, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Augustine... Discover the tactics employed by Satan to corrupt us, and marvel at the divine power of God to forge good out of evil. As we reflect on the profound impact of the theology of the body on our lives, we invite you to continue this journey with us in our upcoming discussions. Don't miss this enlightening episode!
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to donate $50 a month for a minimum of 18 months. Join us in this crucial episode that shines a light on societal issues while providing a lifeline for concerned parents. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
Please support our effort to bring this light to the world. We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
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Ready to rekindle your faith and recenter your family amid today's cultural chaos? Let us charter this journey for you as we reflect on the teachings of Scripture, Bishop Sheen, and Jesus Himself. Together, we can navigate the current cycles of evil and corruption that plague our world. Through programs like Love Ed, we empower parents and children alike to reclaim control from a disoriented culture and strengthen their bonds.
The battle doesn't stop there. We delve into the dire state of education and religious freedom, focusing on the situation in Peoria, Illinois. The spread of Marxism and Socialism rears its head when God and morality are sidelined. We scrutinize the detrimental effects of such ideologies, underlining how critical school choice is for our children's future. We also discuss how figures like Dr. Sharon Kherat, Superintendent of Peoria Schools, wrongly attribute education failures to racism and classism.
To further deepen our understanding, we turn to the parables of Jesus, linking them to our present struggles with evil and corruption. We discuss the necessity of sacrifice for the greater good and aligning with God's will. In our marriages, politics, and the Church, choosing wisely is paramount. Join us as we conclude with steps to fortify marriage and family - our ultimate bulwark against societal decay.
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to donate $50 a month for a minimum of 18 months. Join us in this crucial episode that shines a light on societal issues while providing a lifeline for concerned parents. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
Please support our effort to bring this light to the world. We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Linda is off today, please keep her sister in your prayers.
Jack takes this time to talk about LoveEd and how human identity, purpose and meaning is lost and confused when "God is forgotten."
It is an episode about love, life, sexuality, and purity, and how these concepts tie back to the divine purpose for which we were created. In a world swaying under the weight of moral confusions, this podcast episode illuminates the path towards understanding sexuality in light of God’s plan, an invaluable tool for parents aiming to guide their children towards becoming who they are meant to be.
Ever wondered about the deeper significance of family and marriage? This episode dissects the fundamental role these institutions play in the construction of a healthy society and humanity itself. We delve into how the absence of morality has led to the degradation of our culture and why the church, as the beacon of truth and grace, should step in to protect these sacred structures. More importantly, we shed light on how faith serves as a cornerstone for authentic human development.
So, buckle up and prepare to explore the divine life we are all created...
As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to donate $50 a month for a minimum of 18 months. Join us in this crucial episode that shines a light on societal issues while providing a lifeline for concerned parents. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
Please support our effort to bring this light to the world. We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
For more information please go to our website: jp2renew.org
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Our children’s innocence is not just at risk – it’s being stolen right under our noses. Welcome to an episode where we expose the shocking reality of comprehensive sex education in public schools, where pornography, gender identity, masturbation, and racism are painted as normal components of childhood learning. Amidst the alarming sexual indoctrination of our young ones, we challenge you to reflect on the values you want your children to uphold. Are you prepared to confront this dire situation?
Jack peels back the curtain on the toxic influence of neo-Marxist ideologies in our schools, revealing how education has been manipulated for social engineering rather than the enlightenment of young minds. We delve into the insidious ideologies propagated by figures such as John Dewey and Chester M. Pierce, asking the hard-hitting question: are we building our lives on eternal truth, or squandering our freedom in a misguided quest to play God?
Finally, let's shift our focus towards hope and healing. We discuss the Love Ed program, an invaluable resource designed to equip parents with the tools to talk to their children about the biology and true meaning of love. As part of our mission to restore the sanctity of innocence, we announce our 50-50 campaign, seeking 50 generous souls willing to donate $50 a month for a minimum of 18 months. Join us in this crucial episode that shines a light on societal issues while providing a lifeline for concerned parents. Together, we can reclaim the narrative and steer our children back towards truth and virtue.
Please support our effort to bring this light to the world. We very much need your support to expand our Parish out reach. This will only succeed at a grass roots level!
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Are you ready to challenge the status quo? With alarming truths about our current societal structures and their devastating effects on childhood, we delve into unchartered territories in this episode. We reveal the disturbing changes in our society, starting with what we term as the 'annihilation of childhood' - a national disgrace deeply rooted in human rights and dignity issues. We unravel the impact of the Neo-Marxist platform adopted by many in our government and how this shift is leading to potential global conflicts.
What if we told you that our government is more influenced by culture than you could ever imagine? In this episode, we navigate through the subtle yet powerful influence of family, church, and educational institutions in shaping a society. Unpacking the wisdom of John Paul II regarding communism, we shed light on the immediate gratification culture that is slowly but steadily threatening the fabric of our constitutional order. We also dive into the terrain of Marxism and its devastating effect on marriage, family, and the church, and how these shifts are infiltrating the minds of the young.
The education of our children is at stake and it's high time we take notice. From the alarming rise in mental health issues among students to the exploitation and indoctrination of children, we expose the harsh realities of our present culture. Concluding the episode, we stress the importance of education over indoctrination, and discuss strategies to protect our children and restore values in our society. We need to understand and embrace a biblical worldview and work towards doing good and being the good to fight evil. Tune in as we take you on this enlightening journey.
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How often do you stop and ask yourself the big questions in life? This riveting discussion challenges us to reflect on the purity of heart Jesus calls us to and how this journey will transform our lives. We tackle the paradox of the weeds and the wheat, the real-world manifestation of moral relativism, and the profound questions that our culture grapples with today.
The road to perdition is wide and easy. Have you ever wondered why Jesus leads us to the narrow path?
Join Jack and Linda as they discuss John Paul ll's audience #58 presented on April 1, 1981. We challenge ourselves to recognize the battle of the heart and place our trust in God's ability to change it. In this fleeting world, John Paul offers a fresh perspective on seeing our lives as a part of a grand love story, fought on the battlefield of the human heart.
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The story begins with a bang and within a few paragraphs its central plot is revealed in an earthly paradise, Marriage. By chapter three the reader is presented with the human train wreck, sin and death, the result of the fall from grace instigated by an evil power. All of human history can be summed up as a battle between those who seek to normalize the fall and “live according to the desires of the flesh” and those who walk by “Life in the Spirit,” as it was “In the beginning” (cf. Genesis, Gal 5:16-25, Matt 19:3-8).
If you have followed my work or attended a presentation on Stolen Childhood Innocence you know that SEL or Social Emotional Learning, is a Trojan Horse. It is especially popular in our public school system, where it is used like a hypodermic injection, to help deliver an ideology and make it more palpable to children, be it Critical Race Theory, Critical Gender Theory, or Critical (insert ideology) Theory.
SOS (my acronym that I think appropriate) for Synod on Synodality, is the same Trojan Horse by a different color. This time it is the Shepherds of the Church using the same genre of emotional babble to prepare the faithful for an injection of heresy into their trusting hearts. Might they learn to deaden the voice of God and accept the heresy of say a Father James Martin, a favorite of Pope Francis, who has been allowed and even encouraged to advance the normalization of homosexuality and same-sex marriage within the Church, while opposing voices are censored or ignored.
Spoiler Alert! The Synod of Synodality: A Trojan Horse
Bishop Strickland: Laying Down His Life For His Sheep
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Are you ready to embark on a faith-filled journey that will transform your understanding of your body, your identity, and society as a whole?
St. John Paul II, the Prophet of our time, understood that our current culture, starved of the gospel, will not stand.
Join Jack and Linda as they discuss the power of Theology of the Body to make sense of the complexities of identity, purity, and self-gift. We examine the ways our faith-based identity impacts our children and the implications of a society that has eliminated the fundamental cornerstones of faith, hope, and love. JPII looks to St. Paul's teachings for guidance on the sanctity of our bodies and the transformative power of marriage, the family and "Life in the Spirit" offering us a path to truth, joy and fulfillment.
Finally, we turn our attention to the societal importance of self-gift and piety. We contemplate the role of Judeo-Christian principles in shaping our nation, and how today's societal climate contrasts sharply with our inherent nature. We delve into the concept of piety in relation to God's image and its direct impact on how we treat ourselves and others. We bring our discussion to a close by underlining the importance of expressing love through our bodies and becoming a gift rather than grasping. Join us on this enlightening journey of faith and spirituality. Tune in today and let the journey of discovery begin.
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Join Jack and Deacon Mike Alber as they discuss the the Eucharist and connect the Old Testament Passover with Jesus' profound words in John 6.
Hear how Jesus encourages us to consume His body with a hunger that parallels that of someone who hasn't eaten in days.
Join us for this journey of faith and discovery, and the great Gift of Christ!
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Consider this: there is a concerted effort to shape our children's minds, to feed them a perception of truth that could be detrimental to their mental health. That's the stark reality we'll be confronting today in our compelling discussion with Tom Hampson. Together, we'll unpack the pervasive ideologies undermining the education standards, giving rise to a disconcerting cultural revolution. We're diving headfirst into the murky waters of educational influence, with a particular spotlight on the subtle yet powerful pull of the American Communist Party.
Pivoting away from political indoctrination, we'll also be exploring the aftershocks of the sexual revolution on our national sex education standards. It's high time we scrutinized the teaching of critical theory to children, its inherent dangers and its contribution to mental illness. We'll be dissecting the concept of 'sex ed for social change,' posing the question: Should schools be the primary educators about sex? This is a conversation we all need to be a part of, for the sake of our children's future. So, buckle up and join us as we wade through these critical issues.
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How many children must be sacrificed at the altar of "Woke" before we "Awaken"? Sex trafficking, hook-ups, rape, pornography, abortion, gender ideologies...millions upon millions of victims. If you saw these children of God as He sees them you would weep. Weep upon a Cross.
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Can you imagine a world where we truly understood the divine design of our bodies and the profound purpose of our creation? That's the journey we're embarking on in today's episode as we delve into the heart of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Unveiling the truths found in these 129 lectures, we connect our human experiences to the Gospel, shedding light on our creation as male and female, and the eternal quest for true love and fulfillment. Join us as we appreciate the beauty of the Mass and the powerful symbolism of Jesus taking on a human body to bridge the gap between humanity and God.
Ever wondered about the havoc wreaked when we lose touch with our true selves? We're diving into that chaos in this episode, dissecting the destruction caused by contemporary gender ideologies that distort our understanding of being created male and female. This isn't about molding ourselves into 'holy little people'; it's about embodying the majesty and fragrance of "Life in the Spirit." By embracing purity and virtue, we open our hearts to the Spirit, who sets us free from the chains Pride and lust. Experience the transformative power of the Ruah, the breath of God, that expands our boundaries and propels us towards the heavens.
Lastly, we turn our attention to the gifts of purity and piety from the Holy Spirit, and how they reaffirm God's design for our bodies as male and female. We scrutinize how prevalent gender ideologies mock the dignity of men and women, leading to a disconnect from our true selves and birthing societal chaos. Reflecting on St Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 6, we ponder on the sanctity of joining ourselves to the Lord, becoming one with him - the ultimate sacramental sign of purity.
Join Jack and Linda as they discuss Audience # 56 presented by Pope John Paul II on February 11, 1981.
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Gazing at the fiery orb of the sun, its splendor always reminds me of the divine beauty and bounty that God bestows upon us. Despite the strife and evil man brings into the world, I find solace and peace in prayer, a practice as natural and life-sustaining as breathing itself.
I'm Jack Rigert, your host, and today, I am eager to share my reflections on the power of prayer and how its absence can lead us to seek fulfillment in finite worldly things, triggering insatiable desires. Our hearts, you see, are made for the infinite, and it's only through the divine connection of prayer that we can truly flourish.
Have you ever yearned for something so deeply, you could feel it in your bones? That's the thirst we all carry for God. In this discourse, we will delve into how prayer is the meeting point of God's thirst for us and our thirst for Him. We'll explore the profound plea of Jesus to the Samaritan woman, and the wisdom in the Catechism.
Join me as I share my personal journey to faith, and how my early interest in philosophy led to the discovery of truth. Let us unravel the mystery of our spiritual thirst and learn to quench it through prayer.
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The Synod of Synodality: Is this a Trojan Horse brought in to undermine the Gospel and the Traditions of the Church? Join Jack as he dissects its controversial attempt to expand the Church's tent, and its potential ramifications for traditional Church teachings.
What if something you thought was accepting and inclusive was, in fact, the opposite? We delve into the Synod of Synodality, the appointment of Father James Martin made by Pope Francis, and question the Pope's globalist and socialist tendencies and what seems to be the ever-increasing tolerance of sin in the name of diversity and inclusion.
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Unless you look out at creation with a sacramental lens to discover with awe and wonder what these icons are pointing us to discover, you run the danger of living like a Cut-Flower, disconnected from the Source of all that we discover through our senses. What we see, smell, hear and taste…what are they telling us about this mystery of life and love?
In the Lord of the Rings, Sam Gamgee, devoted friend of Frodo…about half way through their perilous journey says, “I wonder what sort of tale we’ve fallen into?”
There is nothing more mystical, beautiful and filled with awe and wonder then when we SEE it through the sacramental lens. This includes the human body, especially human sexuality, created male and female, expressed in and through the body…”I wonder what sort of tale we’ve fallen into?”…what am I experiencing through my senses and it seems in touches upon a very deep place, the core of my being, the HEART. Something important is going on here, a perennial attraction to the woman and her femininity for the man, attraction to the man, and his masculinity, for the woman.
Join Jack and Linda for Audience #55 presented by Pope John Paul II on February 4, 1981.
"Every day the power of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body"...the great body of work that John Paul II began to share almost as soon as he became Pope, becomes more relevant for our time."--Jack
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We hear ad nauseam about the need for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. What's really behind this constant barrage of propaganda?
Joining me today is former undercover crime investigator and author Thomas Hampson to unpack his recent article Pride Month .
Tom writes:
In his proclamation creating what has become known simply as Pride Month, President Clinton made this comment:
“America’s diversity is our greatest strength. But, while we have come a long way on our journey toward tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect, we still have a long way to go in our efforts to end discrimination.”
What’s interesting is the use of the phrase “diversity is our greatest strength.” It is a concept that has been around for many years but became popularized during the nineties, especially in business publications.
Several books and articles focused on what made for success and failure in the business world. Researchers determined that diverse teams were better at innovation, creativity, problem-solving, decision-making, and meeting the challenges of a global marketplace. This is true, depending on what you mean by diversity.
This is not true if you mean diversity alone.
Diversity of height on an NBA team, for example, would ensure the team’s defeat. Diversity of skill, regardless of certification, for welders used to build our submarines would guarantee no sailor would volunteer to become a submariner. Diversity of character in our elected officials would assure out-of-control corruption in our government—which we have.
Diversity, alone, is nota strength. Calling diversity a strength is an empty phrase that sounds good but is meaningless in real-world application except when combined with other qualities.
What is most important is unity of purpose.
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How many children must be sacrificed at the altar of "Woke" before we "Awaken"? Sex trafficking, hook-ups, rape, pornography, abortion, gender ideologies...millions upon millions of victims. If you saw these children of God as He sees them you would weep. Weep upon a Cross.
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We just finished PRIDE month, but Racheal Levine, a man who dresses as a woman, invited us to extend PRIDE for the whole summer…a summer of PRIDE he called it. It's more than that isn't Richard Levine? It is a life of PRIDE that you seek. One that the so-called wise and learned, the arrogant and the proud, seek for the whole culture...a culture of “WOKE”.
Lets define “Woke” culture. It is made up of so called Modern man, men and women, who are living as if God did not exist, what St. Paul called life in the flesh, men and women, who have normalized sin. Modern man, who certainly is among the most hedonistic and barbaric to have ever inhabited the earth, have fallen for the oldest LIE in history, from the father of lies himself, who just before the Original Sin, would tempt Eve to eat from the fruit from the knowledge of good and evil by saying, “You certainly will not die! No God knows well that the moment you eat of it your eyes will be opened and you will be like gods be who know what is good and what is evil.”
NEW YORK (LifeSiteNews) — At New York City’s drag queen parade celebrating “pride month,” LGBTQ activists were heard chanting, “We’re here, we’re queer, we’re coming for your children.”
Another group walked behind a huge banner with Satan in bold letters.
So what are we to do? How many of us, I am a baby boomer, have failed the next generation by allowing this attack on marriage and the family, the Church and has since spread throughout the whole of Culture and Society, without speaking out? You see the WORD that we speak when we proclaim the gospel is THE WORD, the LOGO'S…the power of truth, goodness and beauty, the Divine Person of Jesus Christ, who unites us all together in One Body, with the Father in the Holy Spirit who take up residence within our hearts. This is a high stakes battle.
Here we have our answer to the WHY. Enter the tempter, the Mysterium Iniquitatis. Satan does not have his own clay. He, along with men and women who have rejected God, can only twist, distort and seek to destroy the Imago Dei, the sign of Trinitarian Love, marriage and the family, that God created good.
Into this proud and arrogant humanity comes the Messiah, The King of Glory, meek and humble of heart. To Rescue and Restore what He created good. This act of mercy and love demands a response and our eternal life depends on ours.
Finally, how many children must be sacrificed at the altar of "Woke" before we "Awaken"? Sex trafficking, hook-ups, rape, pornography, abortion, gender ideologies...millions upon millions of victims. If you saw these children of God as He sees them you would weep. Weep upon a Cross.
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Today we learn to respond to one of "Woke" cultures greatest lies.
Welcome to “Woke”, simply the newest version of a very old story, mans rejection of God…In Genesis Soon after the fall, Cain kills his brother Abel. And in Chapter 11, we hear the story of the House of Babel. Men already building an earthly city without God.
And like all revolutions “Woke” culture comes with a number of slogans and Trojan Horses. Dei, diversity, equity and inclusion is a mainstay. It is a lie. In fact the only diversity is that there is no truth, so what it means is a diversity of moral values, all subjective. Equity, remember is not equality, but is another word for Socialism. An artificial new version of the Marxist system to make everyone the same by separating them, welcome to Socialism 3.0. The sleight of hand where everyone is made equal through the forced equity of intersectionality. Inclusion comes next. Though you are but a clog in the collective wheel, you gain importance depending on your intersectionality group ranking. You then add your label and a pronoun, learn to accept them as your identity, this makes it much easier for the Orchestra leader to manipulate you. They then send you out, full of PRIDE of your new group, label and pronoun, to demean and attack your fellow human beings.
This is the perfect set up for the strong man, the tyrant to take power. For if there are no constraints, those that lust for power will find a way to rule. And all the little tyrant wanna be's, take their place as bureaucrats in the deep state or the deep church.
dei, a trojan horse is a cover and a lie. It is a very old lie, from the father of lies. It's interesting that we are created Imago DEI, Latin for Created in the Image of God. dei on the other hand has the opposite meaning…of man creating god in his image and/or you even create yourself in your own subjective image.
How many children must be sacrificed at the altar of "Woke" before we "Awaken"? Sex trafficking, hook-ups, rape, pornography, abortion, gender ideologies...millions upon millions of victims. If you saw these children of God as He sees them you would weep. Weep upon a Cross.
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Learning to Love in the Truth, and Speak the Truth in Love, is the fundamental path that Jesus Christ has provided for us in the Gospel. Unless we learn to walk this path with Christ humanity as a whole, but especially children, will continue to pay a heavy price.
Modern culture, having been hijacked and debased, is no longer a culture of life, but has become quite literally, a culture of death. A culture that has has profaned, and ultimately seeks to destroy, all that is true, good and beautiful.
No group has been more savagely attacked, oppressed, manipulated and exploited for sex, commercial gain and power than our nations children. As societies most vulnerable, defenseless and innocent, the only thing that stands between children and the wolves in sheep's clothing who prey upon them, are intact families.
Weaken marriage and the family and the whole structure falls. The true oppressors of humanity are well aware of this. Too many of our fellow citizens are not.
How many children must be sacrificed at the altar of "Woke" before we "Awaken"? Sex trafficking, hook-ups, rape, pornography, abortion, gender ideologies...millions upon millions of victims. If you saw these children of God as He sees them you would weep. Weep upon a Cross.
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Jesus said, "but from the beginning it was not so" (Matt 19:3-8). And then He points us to the beginning, to the book of Genesis.
"Our hearts are a battlefield between love and lust", Pope John Paul II.
How many children must be sacrificed at the altar of "Woke" before we "Awaken"? How many woman? How many men? Sex trafficking, hook-ups, rape, pornography, abortion, gender ideologies...and the millions upon millions of victims being. If you saw those children of God as He saw them you would weep.
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Grandma Agnes would have loved the brilliant star filled sky. She grew up on a farm and loved Gods creation...nature, the family and the Church.
…Last night reminded me of her. The crescent moon and Venus were spectacular as were the incredible array of constellations. How someone could have looked up at that sky filled panorama and not be filled with the awe and wonder of the Cosmos truly amazes me.
As I stood there, in humility and thankfulness, I knew that the next morning I would read about another PRIDE event. Human beings filled with so much PRIDE as to miss the reality of their minuscule existence. From outer space the whole pride parade would not even show up as a speck on the surface of our gas-fired planet .
My grandmother Agnes, an orphan from Poland with a third grade education, knew that the speck she was mattered. That each and every human being mattered. Not for their size, power or sensual appetites...but because they were created in love by God who knew each of them by name.
Agnes, with her third grade education, did not overly concern herself with dogma and doctrine, as important as they were to her. For she had encountered the Person of Jesus Christ and intimately knew Him and Our Blessed Mother. She innately understood what another Polish Native, Pope John Paul II, meant when he spoke of the need to become a "Conscious Catholic". To know that human dignity came from God, not from men. That we are beings endowed with reason and free-will and therefore are personally responsible, both impelled by our nature and bound by moral obligation , to seek the truth, especially religious truth. Our inherent human dignity also binds us to adhere to the truth once it is known, and to direct our whole lives in accordance with the demands of truth.
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This is Part 2 of Making Sense of Woke“Woke” is the world, “life in the flesh” as St. Paul called it, a world without God…St Augustine would go on to refer to as “the City of Man”.
The “Gospel” then is life, St Paul called it “Life in the Spirit”, Per St Augustine, the “The City of God.”
And here you have it, two opposing sides, that in a sense all comes back to Adam’s fall from grace in the garden of Eden that is told in Genesis. God made everything, and it was good. The Crown of His creation being Adam and Eve, it was very good. Then the fall in Gen 3. The Serpent begins to temp Eve and after she explained what God said He lied to her by saying, "You certainly will not die, (of course death entered)…No, God knows well that the moment you eat of it your eyes will be opened and you will be like gods who know what is good and what is evil.”
And human beings have been spreading this lie throughout history. Not to be outdone so-called modern man, who is the most barbaric of all men in many ways…for example more human life has been destroyed in wars since the beginning of the 20th century than all the other wars throughout history combined…not to be outdone, that number pales next to the human life destroyed by abortion. Evil continue to accelerate. Today we hear that the life inside the womb is not a baby. That marriage is meaningless. That there is no truth, only your truth or my truth…we have even gotten to the point that a biological man can become a woman just by thinking about it, and on and on. Try to help someone in this condition, other than affirming them in their confusion, and you could be arrested. Insanity.
This is “Woke” the new version of Genesis 1.0…In Genesis Soon after the fall, Cain kills his brother Abel. And in Chapter 11, we hear the story of the House of Babel. Men already building an earthly city without God.
“Woke” is simply the latest version of the very same rejection of God.
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“Woke” is the world, “life in the flesh” as St. Paul called it, a world without God…St Augustine would go on to refer to as “the City of Man”.
The “Gospel” then is life, St Paul called it “Life in the Spirit”, Per St Augustine, the “The City of God.”
And here you have it, two opposing sides, that in a sense all comes back to Adam’s fall from grace in the garden of Eden that is told in Genesis. God made everything, and it was good. The Crown of His creation being Adam and Eve, it was very good. Then the fall in Gen 3. The Serpent begins to temp Eve and after she explained what God said He lied to her by saying, "You certainly will not die, (of course death entered)…No, God knows well that the moment you eat of it your eyes will be opened and you will be like gods who know what is good and what is evil.”
And human beings have been spreading this lie throughout history. Not to be outdone so-called modern man, who is the most barbaric of all men in many ways…for example more human life has been destroyed in wars since the beginning of the 20th century than all the other wars throughout history combined…not to be outdone, that number pales next to the human life destroyed by abortion. Evil continue to accelerate. Today we hear that the life inside the womb is not a baby. That marriage is meaningless. That there is no truth, only your truth or my truth…we have even gotten to the point that a biological man can become a woman just by thinking about it, and on and on. Try to help someone in this condition, other than affirming them in their confusion, and you could be arrested. Insanity.
This is “Woke” the new version of Genesis 1.0…In Genesis Soon after the fall, Cain kills his brother Abel. And in Chapter 11, we hear the story of the House of Babel. Men already building an earthly city without God.
“Woke” is simply the latest version of the very same rejection of God.
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Death is the end of man's earthly pilgrimage, of the time of grace and mercy which God offers him so as to work out his earthly life in keeping with the divine plan, and to decide his ultimate destiny (Catechism of the Catholic Church #1013)
Lord, for your faithful people life is changed, not ended. When the body of our earthly dwelling lies in death we gain an everlasting dwelling place in heaven (CCC #1012).
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I call it, “Crossing the Bridge”, opening the smaller story of your life to the transformational power of “Connection”. The bottom line is that we were created for eternal life in God, but original sin separated us from the tree of life. It is as though we are left stranded on the bank of a deep, fast-moving river that we cannot cross. We thirst for the peace, happiness and eternal life that is offered to us on the other side, but our broken humanity cannot move any further. We need a Bridge over the Abyss.
Saint Catherine of Siena in her “Dialogue with God” heard the Father describe His Son as this living Bridge:
“Wherefore I have told you that I have made a Bridge of My Word, of My only-begotten Son, and this is the truth. I wish that you, My children, should know that the road was broken by the sin and disobedience of Adam, in such a way, that no one could arrive at Eternal Life."Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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This is an extremely important episode. Here is the answer to the many currents of evil that surround us today. Christ has come to set us free from sin and death. The oppressor is not found in an economic model as the early Marxists proclaimed. Nor is it in Critical Theory as the later disciples of the marxist philosophy stated.
Christ has come to set our freedom free. Only in liberation from sin and ultimately liberation from death will man find eternal life.
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When we allow children to be sexually exploited to serve an ideology that is irrational we know that we have entered a new historical moment. It is a great time to be alive! Evil is out in the open. Do you see it? Then let's have the courage to make a stand and say, "enough is enough!"
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John Paul II begins with a question. What is the meaning of the Statement: “the flesh has desires contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit has desires contrary to the flesh” (Gal5:17)?
Then he addresses the human heart. And specifically Jesus Sermon on the mount about how we look at one another, and the battle for purity of heart.
Now St Paul JPII says opens horizons before us that are even vaster. Christ came into the world/fallen world, world no longer filled with the Spirit but the world of the powers and principalities of Satan, demons who rule the fallen world. A world that God, Jesus Christ, enters to restore to the children of God, what has been lost. Their purity of heart as they battle the 3 fold concupiscence, Eyes, flesh and the Pride of life.
Chris comes in to Redeem us, Save us…”Redemption of the body” also has a cosmic dimension, all of creation, but at its center stands man: man constituted in the personal unity of spirit and body. It is precisely in this man, in his “heart” and thus in all his behavior, that the redemption of Christ bears fruit, thanks to the powers of the Spirit that bring about justification, that is, that cause justice to “abound” in man, (Matt 5:20), “For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the Scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.”
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..we would have gone on, but thankfully dad, a 96-year-old world-war II veteran, wondered out loud, “most of this just doesn’t make rational sense.” He is right of course. It never does when the morally corrupt rule the world. I answered him, “dad, what is even more disconcerting is to think about how many citizens of our country not only vote the corrupt into office but go one further; they accept and condone their practices and policies. Do you want to know why? The answer comes from a prophet who saw all this unfolding sixty-years ago.
“Only those who live by faith really know what is happening in the world; the great masses without faith are unconscious of the destructive processes going on, because they have lost the vision of the heights from which they have fallen.”—Bishop Fulton Sheen
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we are not contending against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take the whole armor of God, the SWORD of the HOLY SPIRIT, that you may be able to withstand the evil day” (Eph 6:10-13).
“No one is safe”...one of the best Covid-19 insanity, propaganda, summaries I have ever seen. A must see.
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For more on living "Life in the Spirit" #360 So many lies; unless we choose "Life in the Spirit" humanities default position is captivity to sin and death
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Jesus said, "Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me....I am the way, and the truth, and the life." (John 14:1; 6).
"If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also through his Spirit who dwells in you." (Romans 8:11)
For more on living "Life in the Spirit" **#360 So many lies; unless we choose "Life in the Spirit" humanities default position is captivity to sin and death
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"Life in the Flesh" or another way to put it, "the World without God," has desires contrary to the Spirit, the Holy Spirit. This life of sin and death runs deep within man. Original sin forms in us along with our body and soul and a conflict ensues. The body/flesh easily gets the upper hand. Our desires are impure (Romans 1:28-32). Our action confirms this in the evil man does to man. The man who lives "according to the flesh" is the man disposed only to that which comes "From the World": he is the man of the "senses" only, the man of the three-fold concupiscence.
Only the power of Christ himself working in man's innermost being through the Holy Spirit can free us from this bondage. (Romans 8:5-11).
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #50 that Pope John Paul II presented on December 17, 1980.
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A few weeks ago at Edgewood Middle School in Highland Park Illinois a physical education teacher, who was assigned to teach "health" to the middle schoolers, got himself into trouble by going off script. Apparently, he asked questions that were not supposed to be part of the sex ed teaching for the day. Health class is where our children learn all about sex. Before starting the discussion, the teacher decided to have the students play "The Penis Game" as an icebreaker.
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A person is never to be reduced to use. The only way to look at another person is with love.
"Blessed are the pure in heart, because they will see God" (Matt 5:8)
In the Sermon on the Mount Christ speaks in the perspective of the redemption of men and women and the world. This is, in fact, the perspective of the whole gospel, of the whole teaching, even more, of the whole mission of Christ.
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #50 that Pope John Paul II presented on December 10, 1980.
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Includes Father Ryan Browning's Meditation "Praying with Temptation"
Father Browning began his meditation, "There are temptations that assail me all the time; I feel like giving up. I'm never going to escape their grip. Have you ever had thoughts such as these as you try to live out the faith? Does it seem hopeless at times to escape the grip of temptation? What I am about to suggest will help in all matter of temptations."
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The Culture is pulverizing our children. The sexual exploitation of children by Netflix and Disney, the Porn industry, Social Media, Big Tech, and Government Institutions is well known. But what surprised so many is that this is being carried on right under parents noses in the public school system.
Many are asking a question, and it is a good one. Why?
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It is sad to think that many women may have never experienced love making from the perspective of the redemption of the body?
In the Sermon on the Mount Christ speaks in the perspective of the redemption of men and women and the world. This is, in fact, the perspective of the whole gospel, of the whole teaching, even more, of the whole mission of Christ.
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #49 that Pope John Paul II presented on December 3, 1980.
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There is something about the challenge of raising children in a world gone mad that is finally motivating the slow learners (some of them at least) to enter into a discussion beyond sports, romance novels and the latest social media fad. Anxiety, depression, self-harm, gender confusion and talk of suicide among teens is reaching pandemic levels.
Join Jack and Tom Hampson as they reflect on the mess in the public school system and beyond. A mess that has the potential to take down the Nation.
Read Toms latest article "Our Cultural Challenge"
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Two consistent questions I get "What is CRT.?.. and once understood...but why would anyone seek to divide humanity?"
Marxism claims that some groups and classes of human beings are good and others bad, so to perfect itself, humanity must isolate and eliminate the bad people. Solzhenitsyn came to realize instead that the dividing line between good and evil lies within every, single, individual human heart.
Pope Benedict XVI wrote, “the fatal flaw of Communists and Socialists is that they had their anthropology wrong. They did not understand man.” Socialism considers the individual person simply as an element, a molecule within the social organism, so that the good of the individual is completely subordinated to the functioning of the socio-political mechanism. Socialism likewise maintains that the good of the individual can be realized without reference to his free choice, to the unique and exclusive responsibility which he exercises in the face of good or evil.
It all comes down to a choice between two very different world views. Do you choose to base your life on materialism and the "City of Man" or Do you seek eternal life and choose instead "The City of God?"...two very old choices, two ways to live.
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We are invited to a full and mature spontaneity in a relationship that is born from the perennial attraction of masculinity and femininity. The fruit of the discernment of the impulses of one's own heart!
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #48 that Pope John Paul II presented on November 12, 1980.
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The Italians have a beautiful expression for Love: ti voglio bene. Though commonly translated as "I love you," more literally it means "I want what is good for you."
This phrase reminds us that love is not primarily about what good feelings may be stirring within. It is a decision of the will...to see the good in another and "ti voglio bene"...To want their good, to desire what is good for my beloved!
Love and Responsibility is truly life transforming. John Paul II's vision for love is so captivating that it will change the way you think about love, friendships and relationships as a whole!
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"We must face the difference between two philosophies of human nature which must be traced back to fundamental differences in their philosophy of God--anthropocentric humanism and theocentric humanism: theocentric humanism recognizes that God is the center of man; it implies the Christian conception of man, sinner and redeemed, and the Christian conception of grace and freedom. The second kind of humanism believes that man himself is the center of man and applies a naturalistic conception of man and if individualistic freedom, that leads to the degradation of man."--Jacques Maritain, the crisis of humanism
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Eros, which according to Plato, is the impulse, or desire, of pure ideas that lifts the soul toward the transcendent...and all that is true, good and beautiful.
In the Symposium, Plato describes the stages of ero's influence: it lifts the soul of a human being from the beauty of an individual body to that of all bodies, thus to the beauty of science, and finally to the Idea of Beauty itself.
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Many Young people, and many older people... have had the the experience of feeling they were in love with someone who at first seemed absolutely wonderful, only later to become greatly disappointed in the person, disillusioned about the relationship and perhaps even pessimistic about the opposite sex as a whole.
John Paul II explains why this often happens to both men and women, and how we can avoid such disillusionment in the future.
Love and Responsibility is truly life transforming. John Paul II's vision for love is so captivating that it will change the way you think about love, friendships and relationships as a whole!
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Is the Heart accused or called? Since Marx, Nietzsche, and Freud, we find not simply skepticism...for they are surely the three great 'destroyers' of the Human Heart.
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #46 that Pope John Paul II presented on October 29, 1980.
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"*I always knew I was different. I could never quite put my finger on it but I always knew that I was not like the other boys. I always felt disconnected from my same-sex peers like I somehow just didn’t belong.
Today I am a forty-something east coast-dwelling, happily married father of three wonderful children. I am a public high school teacher and a lifelong Catholic Christian who is very active in the Church and passionately in love with Jesus Christ (and my wife). I have also struggled with homosexuality in the form of same-sex attractions since my earliest years."--* AJ Benjamin
AJ Benjamins book: **"When the Son Frees You: A Catholic Man's Journey of Healing From Same-Sex Attraction"
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Jay W. Richards, PhD, is Director of the Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family and the William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow in Religious Liberty and Civil Society at The Heritage Foundation.
He is a senior fellow at the Discovery Institute and Executive Editor of The Stream.
Jay is author or editor of more than a dozen books, including the New York Times bestsellers Infiltrated (2013) and Indivisible (2012); The Human Advantage; Money, Greed, and God, winner of a 2010 Templeton Enterprise Award; The Hobbit Party with Jonathan Witt; and Eat, Fast, Feast.
He is also creator and executive producer of several documentaries, including three that have appeared widely on PBS.
Jay has appeared on hundreds of radio and television programs, including Larry King Live (CNN), CBS Evening News, MSNBC, Huckabee, Dayside, Fox and Friends, Studio B with Shepard Smith (Fox News), Glenn Beck TV,PBS, CBN, TBN, and is a regular guest onEWTN.
His 2008 debate at Stanford University with Christopher Hitchens, moderated by Ben Stein, was broadcast live to several hundred churches in North America.
Please visit the Heritage Foundation for additional information.
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The abortion pill and human remains to be used as fertilizer. We are spiritual being living in "disconnection". The Eucharist is the way to "Communion"
Luke 24:13-35
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"A man, eating lunch at a restaurant, notices an attractive woman at another table and is immediately drawn to her beauty. His heart stirs, and he finds himself wanting to see her again."--Ed Sri
There is a solution to the pain and suffering we cause one another! Authentic love...and finally it comes down to "who man is to woman, and who woman is to man."
Love and Responsibility is truly life transforming. John Paul II's vision for love is so captivating that it will change the way you think about love, friendships and relationships as a whole!
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Practical insights from John Paul II's Love and Responsibility
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Linda and I will resume our regular program next Wednesday beginning with Audience #46 "Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology Of The Body"
This Wednesdays Special Feature Will Be Love and Responsibility; The Attraction Of A Woman's Body.
Love and Responsibility is truly life transforming. John Paul II's vision for love is so captivating that it will change the way you think about love, friendships and relationships as a whole!
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"The controversy over transgenderism arose a few years ago seemingly out of nowhere. But when it did arise, it erupted like a cultural Mount St. Helens."--Thomas Hampson
Read the entire article Here: "The Trans Quagmire--How We Got Here"
Tom Hampson has been an investigator for over 50 years. As Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime Investigating Commission he directed an eight-year investigation into the sexual exploitation of children, including the commercial sex trade.
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Pope John Paul II wrote, “Many problems darken the horizon of our time. We need but think of the urgent need to work for peace, to base relationships between peoples on solid premises of justice and solidarity, and to defend human life from conception to its natural end. And what should we say of the thousand inconsistencies of a “globalized” world where the weakest, the most powerless and the poorest appear to have so little hope! It is in this world that Christian hope must shine forth![1]
For this reason, too, the Lord wished to remain with us in the Eucharist, making his presence in meal and sacrifice, the promise of humanity renewed by his love. Significantly, in their account of the Last Supper, the Synoptic Gospels recount the institution of the Eucharist, which was preceded by the healing and feeding of thousands. While the Gospel of John relates, as a way of bringing out its profound meaning, the account of the “washing of the feet,” in which Jesus appears as the teacher of communion and of service (cf. Jn 13:1-20).
The Apostle Paul, for his part, says that it is “unworthy” of a Christian community to partake of the Lord’s Supper amid division, indifference towards the poor, or in an unworthy manner. “Let a man examine himself and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For any one who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgement upon himself. That is why many of you are weak and ill, and some have died.” (cf. 1 Cor 11:17-22, 27-34).[2]
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[1] Ecclesia De Eucharistia, Pope John Paul II, No. 20.
[2] Cf. Ecclesia De Eucharistia, 20.
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What is wrong with Bill and Sally having sex outside of marriage if each person consents and each person derives some pleasure from it?
In a culture of lust and use, where love has been reduced to a feeling or an emotion...or to the physical, sexual act...nothing.
The problem? We are made for more, much more...and there are repercussions to this almost universal use of one another...lust for money, power and sex...we are more than a body, and in a world of use we should not be surprised to find a rise in mental illness, anxiety, depression and even suicide.
There is a solution to the pain and suffering we cause one another! Authentic love...and finally it comes down to "who man is to woman, and who woman is to man."
Love and Responsibility is truly life transforming. John Paul II's vision for love is so captivating that it will change the way you think about love, friendships and relationships as a whole!
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Practical insights from John Paul II's Love and Responsibility
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"But I know Satan's Masterpiece. That is, the thing he made to ape, attack, and pervert God's Creation, which he hates. As an arrogant, lofty spirit, he loathes our bodies. As a sexless, loveless rationalist, he's revolted by reproduction. As a metaphysical terrorist, he's addicted to rebellion. So the Enemy who strives to destroy us (as proxies for a God he cannot harm) fixes his steely gaze on our soft and vulnerable parts--our hearts and loins and wombs."---John Zmirak, March 29, 2023
Take up the study of John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Go to podcast #186 where we began to unfold every general audience that JPII presented each Wednesday.
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Love and Responsibility is truly life transforming. John Paul II's vision for love is so captivating that it will change the way you think about love, friendships and relationships as a whole!
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Author Kevin Wells joins Jack and shares a part of his incredible journey to the heart of Christ.
For more info on the Sisters of Mary's work for the poor: worldvillages.org/poverty
Or: priestandbeggar.com
Or Burst: A Story of God's Grace When Life Falls Apart.
"The way we serve is to have a constant crown of thorns." - Ven. Aloysius Schwartz
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The CDC, Center for Disease Control, is sending out an LGBTQ inclusive self-assessment guide to all schools in the country. The agency wants to find out how committed schools are to providing a safe and inclusive environment for these students.
I thought the CDC's mission was the control and prevention of disease?
Link to Tom's Recent Article, Division 44
Join Jack and Tom Hampson from the Truth Alliance Foundation as they discuss Division 44 of the American Psychological Association, also known as the Society for the study of Lesbian and Gay issues.
Tom Hampson has been an investigator for over 50 years. As Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime Investigating Commission he directed an eight-year investigation into the sexual exploitation of children, including the commercial sex trade.
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G.K. Chesterton said, "When a man stops believing in God, he doesn't believe in nothing, he believes anything."
Jesus then said to the Jews who believed in him, "If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free" (Jn 8:31-32).
Scripture References:
John 12:27; 31-32
1 John 5:18-19
John 18:37
John 8:44
Cardinal Caffarra, address given at the fourth annual Rome Life Forum, organized by Voice of the Family, May 19, 2017
G.K. Chesterton quotes taken from his book, Orthodoxy
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"For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the pride of life, is not of the Father but is of the world. And the world passes away, and the lust of it" (1John 2:26-17).
and the lust of it...In a Friday tweet, Gov. Pritzker of Illinois declared he was "proud" to establish March 10 as "Abortion Provider Appreciation Day" in Illinois.
Not to be outdone, president Joe Biden claimed Monday it is "close to sinful" for Gov. Ron DeSantis or Florida to work to prohibit the surgical and chemical "transitioning" (mutilation) of minors suffering gender dysphoria, and indicated support for a national law forcing every state to allow the practices. Even though studies find that more than 80% of children will outgrow it on their own by late adolescence.
Is it surprising that a man had a near death experience and in it had a vision of demons who were themselves surprised at how naive and gullible human beings are. They easily reject what is true, good and beautiful, and that they are created in the Image of God, while at the same time readily accept the lies and distortions told to them by mere men, no matter how false and outrageous they are!
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Our Regular Wednesday Show featuring Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body will resume after Lent.
Please consider listening to my series with Father Ryan Browning on "Spiritual Warfare", based on St Ignatius and the Discernment of spirits. Beginning with Podcast # 14!
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A man had a near death experience and in it had a vision of demons who were themselves surprised at how naive and gullible human beings are. They easily reject what is true, good and beautiful, and that they are created in the Image of God, while at the same time readily accept the lies and distortions told to them by mere men, no matter how false and outrageous they are!
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The Culture of Death versus the Culture of Life. How to quickly know which side someone is on in a conversation or discussion.
Love the sinner, hate the sin.
The solution to the crisis of our time will not be found by looking out but by looking in!
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Do I Look To Desire "A Body To Use, Or A Person To Love?"
In answering this question two fundamental truths should be kept in mind: first, that man, men and women, are called to live in truth and love; and second, that everyone finds fulfillment through the sincere gift of self.
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #45 that Pope John Paul II presented on October 22, 1980.
"Every day the power of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body"...the great body of work that John Paul II began to share almost as soon as he became Pope, becomes more relevant for our time."--Jack
The solution to the crisis of our time will not be found by looking out but by looking in!
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A Lenten Reflection: Our bodies are Theological. They were created to express love, to love as God loves. Our bodies, in fact our bodies alone, make visible the invisible, the spiritual and the divine.
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This battle begins and ends at the level of the human heart, your heart and my heart. What does it take to turn this situation around? In answering this question two fundamental truths should be kept in mind: first, that man, men and women, are called to live in truth and love; and second, that everyone finds fulfillment through the sincere gift of self.
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #44 that Pope John Paul II presented on October 15, 1980.
"Every day the power of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body"...the great body of work that John Paul II began to share almost as soon as he became Pope, becomes more relevant for our time."--Jack
The solution to the crisis of our time will not be found by looking out but by looking in!
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"In this entire world there is not a more complete, more perfect image of God, Unity, and Community than marriage and the family." --Pope John Paul II
Married couples, have you ever thought of your spousal union and family as the most completer, most perfect image of God in the entire world?
Joining Jack today are authors Debbie and Dan Staresinic who have written a book that may be the most important little book that you have ever owned. A book of Love!
The beauty of the Icons alone will inspire love!
Visit On A Mission To Love today! ...and make a "sincere gift of self" by buying a copy for every couple that you know who is seeking to become "Persons of Love" through their marriages and families.
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A rallying cry to stand up for the innocence and well-being of our children. They deserve a culture and a nation where they can flourish.
Please read Pope John Paul II's "Letter to Families"
This battle begins and ends at the level of the human heart, your heart and my heart. What does it take to turn this situation around? In answering this question two fundamental truths should be kept in mind: first, that man, men and women, are called to live in truth and love; and second, that everyone finds fulfillment through the sincere gift of self.
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This verse is from 1 John 2: 15-17. The battle for the human heart that began at the fall of man, is accelerating, we can sense it, almost smell it in the air we breath. The world that we grew up in, while not perfect, at least gave those of us fortunate enough to have been born in the United States, the freedom to breath and to choose good or evil for the most part. The air of freedom is being snuffed out, and many do not seem to notice.
This battle begins and ends at the level of the human heart, your heart and my heart. What does it take to turn this situation around? In answering this question tow fundamental truths should be kept in mind: first, that man, men and women, are called to live in truth and love; and second, that everyone finds fulfillment through the sincere gift of self.
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #43 that Pope John Paul II presented on October 8, 1980.
"Every day the power of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body"...the great body of work that John Paul II began to share almost as soon as he became Pope, becomes more relevant for our time."--Jack
The solution to the crisis of our time will not be found by looking out but by looking in!
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Jamie Reed, 42, is blowing the whistle" on the children's gender clinic where she worked.
Tom and Jack discuss The Free Press article posted by Jay Richards, who fights gender ideology through his work at The Heritage Foundation, in a thread of tweets, saying,
Read Thomas Hampsons article, Settled Science?
Doctor Miriam Grossman was well ahead of this travesty. Check out her new book out soon.
As was Abigail Shrier in her book "Irreversible Damage"
"We have our first major whistleblower from a ghoulish pediatric gender clinic. She violates all the media tropes."
Tom Hampson has been an investigator for over 50 years. As Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime Investigating Commission he directed an eight-year investigation into the sexual exploitation of children, including the commercial sex trade. Today Tom and Jack work together to create help community awareness on what is happening to our children!
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In 1987, Saint John Paul II issued a warning to America. "This is the dignity of America, the reason she exists, the condition for her survival--yes, the ultimate test of her greatness: to respect every human person, especially the weakest and most defenseless ones, those as yet unborn."
In 1993, at World Youth Day in Denver, St John Paul II warned America again. He said, "If you want equal justice for all, lasting justice and peace, America: Defend life. America needs much prayer...lest it lose its soul. Do not be afraid to go out on the streets and into public places, like the first Apostles. This is not time to be ashamed of the Gospel. It is time to preach it from the rooftops. Do not be afraid to break out of comfortable and routine modes of living, in order to take up the challenge of making Christ known in the modern metropolis...America, defend life so that you may live in peace and harmony. Woe to you if you do not succeed in defending life."
The solution to the crisis of our time will not be found by looking out but by looking in!
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We know the rule not to commit adultery. We have an experience of "desire" in our body. Now John Paul II follows Jesus to the "Heart". This is what Christ is always after, for He "desires" that your heart be filled.
A man asked, "If I cannot lust after my wife, then who can I lust after?" Dah...nobody.
Looking up at the humility of the Bridegroom on the Cross tells a radically different story. His kingship is one of service and love. One of mercy and forgiveness. And Jesus, the Redeemer of man, came for you!
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss Audience #42 that Pope John Paul II presented on October 1, 1980.
"Every day the power of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body"...the great body of work that John Paul II began to share almost as soon as he became Pope, becomes more relevant for our time."--Jack
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Jack is joined by author and founder of the Truth Alliance Foundation, Thomas Hampson.
Link to Settled Science by Tom Hampson
What we are doing to our children is anything but settled science.
Tom Hampson has been an investigator for over 50 years. As Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime Investigating Commission he directed an eight-year investigation into the sexual exploitation of children, including the commercial sex trade. Today Tom and Jack work together to create help community awareness on what is happening to our children!
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Love is love is a popular slogan and yard sign. Ask yourself this basic question: Can one oppose the moral or natural law and live an authentic life of love?
John Paul II wrote, "Man (men and women) cannot live without love. he remains a being that is incomprehensible for himself, his life is senseless, if love is not revealed to him, if he does not encounter love, if he does not experience it and make it his own, if he does not participate intimately in it."
If human beings cannot live without love then we best seek the truth of love, or it seems that we run the risk of living in a world filled with a lot of unhappy people. If the slogan love is love, moves us to seek the truth of what love is, then it may be on to something. On the other hand, if what is implied is that love has no meaning or truth other than one's own subjective feelings and emotions, does that mean that my love will be different than the person who is the object of my love?
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"Every day the power of "Man and Woman He Created Them, a Theology of the Body"...the great body of work that John Paul II began to share almost as soon as he became Pope, becomes more relevant for our time."--Jack
The solution to the crisis of our time will not be found by looking out but by looking in!
Join Linda and Jack for a deep dive into our culture and the impact that todays General Audience #41, that John Paul II presented on September 24, 1980, has to say to us.
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Don't miss this episode with Tiffany Justice, Co-Founder of Mom's For Liberty which has expanded rapidly across the country.
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Cardinal Caffarra: "We are not longer witnesses, but deserters, if we do not speak openly and publicly." From an address Cardinal Carlo Caffarra gave on My 20, 2017 at the fourth annual Rome Life Forum, which is organized by Voice of the Family.
"When I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw all people to myself" (John 12:32). "The whole world is under the power of the Evil One" (1 John 5:19).
Reading these divine words gives us perfect awareness of what is really happening in the world, within the human story, considered in its depths. The human story is a confrontation between two forces: the force of attraction, whose source is in the wounded Heart of the Crucified-Risen One, and the power of Satan, who does not want to be ousted from his kingdom.
The area in which the confrontation takes place is the human heart, it is human liberty. and the confrontation has two dimensions: an interior dimension and an exterior dimension.
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Jesus Does Not Just 'SEE" the outer Person, He "SEES" the inner Person, He sees into the heart. He takes us on a fascinating journey to the heart of the other...so that we too can see the beauty of another's body, but continue on to the inner Person...to their heart.
Concupiscence will try to stand in our way--but know that it is a Reduction of a Perennial Call! The Call to Authentic LOVE! We are made for so much more.
Join Jack and Linda as they discuss Pope John Paul II's "Man and Woman He Created Them", a Theology of the Body. This is Audience #40 that John Paul Presented on September 17, 1980.
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This is a show for parents, better to ask small children to leave the room.
Tom Hampson and Jack discuss the compromised and corrupted public education system in the United States. It is causing a mental health crisis in children that may effect them for a lifetime. Why do we put up with it?
--The New Sex Ed Standards being taught in the public school system
--How to preserve childhood innocence by creating safe zones where children are not exposed to early sexualization and grooming
--Educating yourself and spreading awareness to others about the evils of sexualization and exploitation, even when the truth is difficult to accept
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Tom Hampson has been an investigator for over 50 years. As Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime Investigating Commission he directed an eight-year investigation into the sexual exploitation of children, including the commercial sex trade. Today Tom and Jack work together to create help community awareness on what is happening to our children!
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Our Lady of Good Success said back in the 17th Century: "Thus I make it known to you that from the end of the 19th century and shortly after the middle of the 20th ...the passions will erupt and there will be a total corruption of morals...As for the Sacrament of Matrimony, which symbolizes the union of Christ with His Church, it will be attacked and deeply profaned. Freemasonry, which will then be in power, will enact iniquitous laws with the aim of doing away with this Sacrament, making it easy for everyone to live in sin and encouraging procreation of illegitimate children born without the blessing of the Church...In this supreme moment of need for the Church, the one who should speak will fall silent."
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Join us as we follow Pope John Paul II unto "The Battlefield Of The Heart" between good and evil, love and lust, love and all that is opposed to love.
This is the battle that Jesus fought for us on the Cross, to Redeem and save us from sin and death...this is the same "Spiritual Battle" that each person experiences when they "take up their own cross" and follow Jesus through the narrow gate.
This is Audience #39 that John Paul presented on September 10, 1980. Join Linda and Jack as they discuss the power of primordial love as the rocket fuel that can launch you through the narrow gate and into eternal life and love...or to eternal destruction!
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--The New Sex Ed Standards being taught in the public school system
--How to preserve childhood innocence by creating safe zones where children are not exposed to early sexualization and grooming
--Educating yourself and spreading awareness to others about the evils of sexualization and exploitation, even when the truth is difficult to accept
Soon coming: How to Spot Sexual Predators
Tom Hampson has been an investigator for over 50 years. As Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime Investigating Commission he directed an eight-year investigation into the sexual exploitation of children, including the commercial sex trade. Today Tom and Jack work together to create help community awareness on what is happening to our children!
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Monica Cline is an amazing woman! A former Comprehensive Sex Educator and Title X (family planning) Training Manager, her career in HIV prevention education, comprehensive sex education (CSE) and Title X training management, lasted over a decade.
With training by Planned Parenthood Monica said, "I thrived as an accomplished consultant, trainer, and public speaker. However, I came to learn from my 'mentors' that serving the marginalized meant only meeting them where they're at, affirming their high risk behaviors and encouraging them to use condoms."
"It was a combination of this philosophy, my experience in the community, my conversion to Christianity and my personal story which prompted me to deeply question comprehensive sex education and crisis pregnancy counseling. As you might imagine, my questions were not welcomed by my superiors, and I was told that If I was not pro-abortion, then I did not belong there."
To learn more about Monica visit her at MonicaCline.com
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Linda Pieper Joins Jack For St John Paul II's Theology of the Body audience #38 that John Paul presented on September 3, 1980. This gets us all the way to the human heart!
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--The New Sex Ed Standards being taught in the public school system
--How to preserve childhood innocence by creating safe zones where children are not exposed to early sexualization and grooming
--Educating yourself and spreading awareness to others about the evils of sexualization and exploitation, even when the truth is difficult to accept
Soon coming: How to Spot Sexual Predators
Tom Hampson has been an investigator for over 50 years. As Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime Investigating Commission he directed an eight-year investigation into the sexual exploitation of children, including the commercial sex trade. Today Tom and Jack work together to create help community awareness on what is happening to our children!
Please consider financially supporting the Truth Alliance Foundation and the John Paul II Renewal Center!
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Also listen to podcast #227: "Woke" Neo-Marxists are Destroying Our Children's Future and Taking Down Our Country.A whole generation of teachers has been indoctrinated to believe that their role is no longer to teach children to think but to turn them into activists for "Woke" Neo-Marxists whose stated goal is to destroy the United States of America by taking down the traditional family and infiltrating the culture with every sort of perversion imaginable.
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Teacher, what good must I do to have eternal life?
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"Our second child finally has a name"--Jack
Deacon Gerald-Marie Anthony is back with Jack for a discussion of St John Paul II's Theology of the Body audience #37 that John Paul presented on August 27, 1980. This gets deep as the Prophets Hosea and Ezekiel take God's message of Love all the way to the heart!
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We live in troubled times, and slowly, perhaps even one by one, we are awakening to the fact that something is amiss, not right, out of balance. Currents of evil are visible in nearly every corner of the world. The same evil is knocking on every door and on every human heart...and there is no clearer current of evil in the word today than the flagrant attack on children.
Do good and avoid evil...Teacher, what good must I do to have eternal life?
John Paul II wrote, "If we want to go to the heart of the Gospel's teaching and grasp its profound and unchanging content...we must inquire into the meaning of this question asked of Jesus by the rich young man, and even more, the meaning of Jesus' reply, allowing ourselves to be guided by him." John Paul II, Veritatis Splendor #8
Mentally Ill Teen Betrayed by Health Professionals, by Kelsey Bolar, Epoch Times
Scripture:
Matt 19:16-17; John 8: 31-47; Mk 10:18; Lk 18:19
Veritatis Splendor #'s 4, 8,9
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Your children no longer have to be a victim of the culture!
Jack is joined by TOB Parent School founder Lindsay Caron. She shares their new expanded lineup; helping to empower families everywhere!
Kids have A LOT of questions; now, more than ever. Parents sometimes grope for answers. What if you had a reliable resource that equipped you to answer their questions by fostering genuine conversation with your kids over the course of a year, with colorful, easy, accessible content?
Theology of the Body Monthly KIDS is just that resource. Within the 8 mini-magazines, children and their parents learn the truth about human dignity that the Church upholds in all stages of life. Children will learn that all life is a treasured gift from God, that every person - no matter what race or sex - holds inherent dignity and worth, and that great love comes through giving and receiving oneself in service to others.
TOB Monthly KIDS is now available for purchase at www.tobparentschool.org.
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TOB Monthly is available in 5 ages groups: In English AND soon to be in Spanish
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Join Linda and Jack for a discussion on the light that Pope John Paul II's Theology of the body shines on the modern predicament.
This is audience #36 that John Paul presented on August 20, 1980...but it might as well have been 15 minutes ago...its that relevant!
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Todays Episode is a reply to John's Comments to my recent article in the Catholic Exchange, link provided below.
My reply to John: Thank you for your civil comment John. I have the sense that you are a seeker after the Truth. You are correct that Jesus’ had family members in own lineage who were not perfect. Jesus addresses this, and other marriage and family situations, in his reply to the Pharisees in the Gospel of Matthew where he is questioned on divorce, and says, “In the beginning it was not so” (Matt 19:3-8). He then goes on to point them, and us, to the first two chapters of Genesis.
John, most of the sexual confusion, addiction, and relationship dysfunction that I see in the world today is the result of trying to fill the infinite desires of the human heart with finite things and finite solutions. Modern men and women, shackled to the finite by their iPhone, education and a toxic culture live in disconnection, like cut-flowers, severed from their roots. They seem to have lost the heavenly perspective that their hearts are pointing them to. Jesus comes into our irregular, fallen world, not to normalize the fall but to point us to the larger story, which is an eternal love story, it’s always been a love story.
When you have an opportunity please read the first letter of John, it is beautiful and powerful. There you will read that, God is Love…and its not that we loved God, but that God loved us first (1 John 4:7-12).
Please keep me in your prayers and I will keep you in mine.
Jack
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The question of Intrinsically evil acts is of especial importance, about which it is especially important to have a clear understanding. How can an act, in and of itself, be evil regardless of the circumstance?
We must stand against the evil perpetrated against the children...for it seems that the "rulers of this present darkness" (Eph 6:12), will stop at nothing to annihilate them.
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We live in a fallen world, so with that in mind we left this episode "Unedited" and let it run! Don't be so hard on yourself! We all make so many mistakes...Now turn your heart to the God who loves you...redeems you...and saves you...or roll the dice on your life.
Join Linda and Jack for Audience #35 of Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body, that he titled "The History of a People"...he is addressing all of us!
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As the literary output of Pope John Paul II has accumulated, expanding almost beyond the assimilative powers of any one reader...one asks, What lies at the very heart of his message? Answering this question Cardinal Avery Dulles wrote, "My thesis would be: the mystery of the human person!"
"During this Advent Season my heart especially goes out to today's young people who are suffering from the Spiritual War being waged against them. Anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, gender dysphoria, pornography, sexual abuse and exploitation and so much more. Let's bring them hope...let's bring them the Gospel...let's bring them the Person of Jesus Christ."--Jack
Join Jack for a Christmas reflection and a meditation on the Spiritual War that Jesus came into the world to help us win.
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And Jesus said to his disciples, "Temptations to sin are sure to come; but woe to him by whom they come! It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea, than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin" (Lk 17:1-2).
Strolling through my neighborhood while admiring the Christmas decorations I wandered upon a simple Nativity Scene. In a warmly lit stable Our Blessed Mother, Saint Joseph, and a few farm animals looked down upon the Christ Child laying on a bed of straw...
Join Jack for a Christmas reflection and a meditation on the Spiritual War that Jesus came into the world to help us win.
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When lust reigns in the human heart, dysfunction is sure to follow.
Join Linda and Jack for Audience #34 of Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body, that he titled "Commandment and Ethos" and originally presented on August 6, 1980.
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An Advent Reflection: I want you to stop for a moment and think of a time in your life when your heart was pierced with something so beautiful that it made you ache inside.
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Opening the smaller story of your life to the transformational power of "Connection" changes everything!
Jack offers a reflection as he returns from presenting a Parish Mission to St. Patrick's Parish in Clear Lake Iowa.
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Join Linda and Jack for Audience #33 of Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body, presented on July 30, 1980. But like all of John Pauls work, it is so timely that it might as well have been presented 15 minutes ago!
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The confused, toxic, and dark culture we are living in is having a ill effect, as it always does, on the most innocent among us, our children. But young couples too!
Its time to discuss the truth about human sexuality, the good, the bad and the ugly.
Join Jack as he explores God's Original Plan for human sexuality. It's key for explaining and discussions the Catholic Position.
Understanding Human Sexuality Is the Key to Understanding The Essence of WHO WE ARE and OUR VOCATION TO LOVE.
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“For freedom Christ has set us free” (Gal 5:1). The fundamental question which the moral theories pose in a particularly forceful way is that of the relationship of man’s freedom to God’s law; it is ultimately the question of the relationship between freedom and truth. According to Christian faith and the Church’s teaching, “only the freedom which submits to the Truth leads the human person to his true good. The good of the person is to be in the Truth and to do the Truth”.[1]
This essential bond between Truth, the Good and Freedom has been largely lost sight of by present-day culture. As a result, helping man recover it represents nowadays one of the specific requirements of the Church’s mission, for the salvation of the world. Pilate’s question: “What is truth” reflects the distressing perplexity of a man who often no longer knows who he is, whence he comes and where he is going. Hence we not infrequently witness the fearful plunging of the human person into situations of gradual self-destruction. According to some, it appears that one no longer need knowledge the enduring absoluteness of any moral value…Indeed something more serious has happened: man is no longer convinced that only in the truth can he find salvation. The saving power of the truth is contested, and freedom alone, uprooted from any objectively, is left to decide by itself what is good and what is evil.[1]
[1] VS, No. 84.
[1] Veritatis Splendor, No. 84.1.
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Understanding Human Sexuality Is the Key to Understanding The Essence of WHO WE ARE and OUR VOCATION TO LOVE.
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The so-called Respect for Marriage Act has pushed the issue of gay marriage back into the spotlight and, with it, the slogan :The right side of history."--Father Paul D. Scalia
Link to Father Scalia's article, The Lord of History
I've been speaking on Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body for fifteen years and as dense as it can seem at times it dawned on me...It's always been a love story...and I knew it in second grade.--Jack Rigert
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This is General Audience #32 Presented by Pope Saint John Paul II on July 23, 1980 but it might as well have been this morning.
Our bodies are created to express love but sin limits and deforms this objective mode of existing...we needed a redeemer and thank God that He sent us One.
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"If Catholic Schools were a state, they would be the highest performing in the nation on all four NAEP tests."--Kathleen Porter-Magee
The data reveals that Catholic Schools outperformed national, charter and public school averages for black, hispanic, and low-income students as well-on all four NAEP tests.
"Kathleen Porter-Magee is the superintendent of Partnership Schools, a network of urban Catholic schools in Harlem, the South Bronx, and Cleveland.
A two-decade champion of school choice, she has also commented on recent Supreme Court decisions that affect faith-based schools. Before joining Partnership Schools, Kathleen served as a nationally recognized reform leader, serving in leadership positions at the College Board, at Achievement First, in the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C., and at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute. She is also a Pahara-Aspen Education Fellow and has been an education fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution, and an adjunct fellow at the Manhattan Institute.
Kathleen has a lifelong commitment to Catholic education, having been educated from Kindergarten through college in Catholic schools and having begun her career in education teaching in Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C. She is also a proud mom to three current Catholic school students."
Learn more and support them at www.thepartnershipschools.org, and on social media @ParternshipSchools on Instagram and @PartnershipPost on Twitter. KPM's Twitter is @KPorterMagee -- here's one of her most popular tweets lately: https://twitter.com/kportermagee/status/1584660501656543232
Catholic Schools outperformed public schools across the nation. Here's why by Joe Herring.
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We are engaged in a definitive battle between the forces of the culture of life and the culture of death. In this battle there will be no grand leader or political force riding in on a great white stallion to rescue humanity. Yet there is a hero in this story, or better, millions of heroes.
This is continued from Episodes #285-286
Buckle up...In 1976, in a speech given in Philadelphia for our nations bicentennial, John Paul II, then Cardinal Karol Wojtyla, spoke these words. "I do not think that wide circles of American society or wide circles of the Christina community realize this fully. We are now facing the final confrontation between the Church and the anti-Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel."
Previously aired podcasts recommended on the show:
182, #186, #189, #192
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them; A Theology of the Body. The new translation by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Press, 2006
Also the Sacred Romance, a retreat Jack gave over multiple days to women in the mountains outside of Anchorage Alaska:
The Sacred Romance, #11, #12, #13
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Linda and Jack are back together after a short break to continue Pope John Paul II's General Audiences that he presented in 129 small talks that make up his incredible "Theology of the body". This is Audience # 31 that he presented on June 25, 1980. It could have been given this morning, it is so relevant.
If you are looking for Audience # 30 it was presented on October 12. Podcast 275.
Answering the big questions...Who am I? What is my purpose? Why are we created male and female? And much more!! Buckle up.
The Body Is Created to Express Love. Understanding Human Sexuality Is the Key to Understanding The Essence of WHO WE ARE.
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We are engaged in a definitive battle between the forces of the culture of life and the culture of death. In this battle there will be no grand leader or political force riding in on a great white stallion to rescue humanity. Yet there is a hero in this story, or better, millions of heroes.
This is a followup to #285. Buckle up...In 1976, in a speech given in Philadelphia for our nations bicentennial, John Paul II, then Cardinal Karol Wojtyla, spoke these words. "I do not think that wide circles of American society or wide circles of the Christina community realize this fully. We are now facing the final confrontation between the Church and the anti-Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel."
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Saint Lucia of Fatima wrote back to Cardinal Caffarra and Pope John Paul II. In that letter we find written: "The final battle between the Lord and the kingdom of Satan will be about Marriage and the Family. Don't be afraid, she added, because whoever works for the sanctity of Marriage and the Family will always be fought against and opposed in every way, because this is the decisive issue. Then she concluded: nevertheless, Our Lady has already crushed his head."
The true enemy does not care where we worship, as long as we do not worship the Lamb. Satan is out to destroy human life and seeks to rule over individual human hearts and then use them to help him rule in this present culture of death.
The Mid-Term Elections had more to say about our culture and who reigns in the individual human heart, than who is elected to public office.
In 1976, in a speech given in Philadelphia for our nations bicentennial, John Paul II, then Cardinal Karol Wojtyla, spoke these words. "I do not think that wide circles of American society or wide circles of the Christina community realize this fully. We are now facing the final confrontation between the Church and the anti-Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel."
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The People of the United States are in a spiritual war...we have enemies. Who is our enemy? Most people mislabel the enemy that they are fighting. They think the enemy is the Donkey (democrats) if they worship the Elephant (republicans). Or the enemy is the Elephant if they worship the Donkey. Many in our culture worship at the altar of Self, Sex and the State...The 3S Highway leading to Nowhere.
The true enemy does not care where we worship, as long as we do not worship the Lamb. Satan is out to destroy human life and seeks to rule over individual human hearts and then use them to help him rule in this present culture of death.
The Mid-Term Elections will have more to say about our culture and who reigns in the individual human heart, than who is elected to public office.
In 1976, in a speech given in Philadelphia for our nations bicentennial, John Paul II, then Cardinal Karol Wojtyla, spoke these words. "I do not think that wide circles of American society or wide circles of the Christina community realize this fully. We are now facing the final confrontation between the Church and the anti-Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel."
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On September 21, 2022, Texas Judge Mary Brown decided that a woman could take a 10-year-old boy away from his father to be castrated.
The insane have escaped and are now running the asylum while the rest behave like frogs sitting in toxic sewage while they mindlessly gaze at their tiny reflecting screens, oblivious to the fact they are are already dead inside.
In 1976, in a speech given in Philadelphia for our nations bicentennial, John Paul II, then Cardinal Karol Wojtyla, spoke these words. "I do not think that wide circles of American society or wide circles of the Christina community realize this fully. We are now facing the final confrontation between the Church and the anti-Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel."
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"Too often Christians attracted by Socialism tend to idealize it in terms which, apart from anything else, are very general: a will for justice, solidarity and equality. They refuse to recognize the limitations of the historical movements, which conditioned by the ideologies from which they originated." --Pope Paul VI, Apostolic Letter Octogesima Adveniens, May 14, 1971, No. 31.
"The governments own data show less than a third of its child victims are proficient in any core subject...yet they can tell you all about "intersectional oppression," "global citizenship," "gender" ideology, and the supposed dangers of man-made global warming purportedly caused by the gas they exhale."--Alex Newman, Epoch Times
Parents are becoming aware that their kids are not alright. The transgender craze seducing our daughters and the pornography seducing our sons is taking its toll.
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In Mere Christianity, in the chapter he titled "The Invasion" C.S. Lewis said, "One of the things that surprised me when I first read the New Testament seriously was that it talked so much about a Dark Power in the universe."
A link to NEA LGBTQ+ Resources
https://www.nea.org/resource-library/nea-lgbtq-resources
Epoch Times: article on Jon Tigges
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Parents are becoming aware that their kids are not alright. The transgender craze seducing our daughters and the pornography seducing our sons is taking its toll.
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"Having been adopted as a baby, I knew almost nothing about my birth mother. At 18, I requested my mother's "non-identifying information" and learned that a serial rapist had brutally raped her at knifepoint. This is how I was conceived. I remember feeling ugly and unwanted, and wondered, "Who would ever love me?"
"As for your birth, the day you were born your navel cord was not cut; you were neither washed with water or anointed, nor were you rubbed with salt, nor swathed in swaddling clothes. No one looked on you with pity or compassion to do any of these things for you. Rather, you were thrown out on the ground as something loathsome, the day you were born. Then I the Lord passed by you...I spread the corner of my cloak over you to cover your nakedness, I swore an oath to you and entered into a covenant with you; you became mine, says the Lord God. Then I bathed you with water, washed away your blood, and anointed you with oil. I clothed you with an embroidered gown...I gave you a fine linen sash and silk robes to wear. I adorned you with jewelry...with gold and silver...You were exceedingly beautiful, with the dignity of a queen" (Ezekiel 16:4-14).
Rebecca Kiessling is an international pro-life speaker. Politically influential, she changed the hearts of Gov. Rick Perry, Newt Gingrich, and many legislators across North America and Europe. She has helped pregnant rape victims all around the world to choose life for their children. She is also an attorney and mother of 5, her two oldest are adopted, and has appeared in many documentaries including the "40" film, "Conceived in Rape: From Worthless to Priceless" and TV shows such as Huckabee, the 700 Club, Good Morning America, EWTN's Life on the Rock and Defending Life with Father Frank Pavone.
You can reach Rebecca at https://rebeccakiessling.com or Save the 1 https://www.savethe1.com
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Incoming Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Pope John Paul II and the "Feminine Genius" and the Crucial Need For the Woman Prophet to go to war against the Culture of Death.
John Paul II wrote, "Man cannot live without Love." The key, then, to remedying the crisis caused by the widespread depersonalization is to see others primarily as like the self, that is, as a person who ought to be loved."
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It's Christianity or Chaos. The world is so insane that the upcoming election is not about left or right, nor is it about the Donkey or the Elephant.
This election is about human dignity and human rights. It's about a dream for mankind that was turned into reality: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.This election defines us as a people. Will we stand at the tree and once again choose the "prince of power, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience?"
Or will we turn and choose "God, who is rich in mercy, who out of great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead through our trespasses made us alive together with Christ, and raised us up with him?"
Meditation on Ephesians 2:1-10
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We either have a "Spiritual Awakening" or we can call it a day. "For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes and the pride of life, is not of the Father but is of the world. And the world is passing away, and the lust of it."
(1 John 2:16-17)
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Saint John Paul II's Wednesday Audience #30, "The Insatiability of the Union" as a symptom of mankind's "detachment" from Divine Live and Love.
The Body Is Created to Express Love. Understanding Human Sexuality Is the Key to Understanding The Essence of WHO WE ARE.
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Can you actually meet God in this life? Jesus made it clear that we were created for just that reason. In fact if you don't journey with God, you have missed the whole purpose of the story!
Buckle up and go deeper than you may have gone in a long time!
This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for Sunday October 16, 2022 and I have to be honest, in all humility, the Holy Spirit took this show over. Thanks for joining me.
Scripture:
2 Timothy 3:14-4:2.
Luke 18:1-8.
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#028_"Become Who You Are" in twelve simple steps (Introduction, Episode #1) rediscovering life in abundance, meaning, and purpose, in a world gone mad.
Mark Twain said, "the two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why". Combining the practical proven twelve steps of AA with Saint John Paul ll's TOB. A one-two punch that if put into practice will make a dramatic, immediate and positive impact on your life.
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Andrew Comiskey has worked extensively with the healing of the sexually and relationally broken. He founded Desert Stream/Living Waters Ministries as a multi-faceted outreach to the broken (all of us!!). His Ministry grew out of his own commitment to overcome homosexuality. He is married to Annette and they have four grown children and eight grandchildren.
Marco Casanova, who is engaged to be married, shares his own past struggles with same-sex attraction. His is an uplifting story that you won't want to miss!
Here is a link to their website: https://www.desertstream.org
Here is a link to Andrew's new book: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/rediscovering-our-lost-fullness
Contact Marco:
Marco Casanova
Associate Director
Desert Stream Ministries
706 Main Street
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816-767-1730 ext. 803
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Saint John Paul II's Wednesday Audience #29, "Corruption of the Consciousness of the Unitive Meaning of the Body.
The Body Is Created to Express Love. Understanding Human Sexuality Is the Key to Understanding The Essence of WHO WE ARE.
Linda Pieper is BACK!!! And what a gift she is!
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This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for October 9, 2022.
Scripture:
2 Kings 5:14-17 (I expanded this to 5:1-17)
Luke 17:11-19
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The Body Is Created to Express Love. Understanding Human Sexuality Is the Key to Understanding The Essence of WHO WE ARE.
Linda Pieper is BACK!!! And what a gift she is! This episode seems to me to be a direct GIFT of the Holy Spirit...you decide and let us know!
This is St John Paul II's Audience # 28 from "Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology Of The Body" presented on May 28, 1980. As usual it is so relevant to today that he might have given it yesterday!
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**Also listen to podcast #179: Woman's Reproductive Health with Dr. Thomas Hilgers, Director of the Saint Paul VI Institute.
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This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for Sunday October 2, 2022.
Scripture:
Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4
Psalm 95
2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14
Luke 17:5-10
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#028_"Become Who You Are" in twelve simple steps (Introduction, Episode #1) rediscovering life in abundance, meaning, and purpose, in a world gone mad.
Mark Twain said, "the two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why". Combining the practical proven twelve steps of AA with Saint John Paul ll's TOB. A one-two punch that if put into practice will make a dramatic, immediate and positive impact on your life.
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The Biden Administration is changing the definition of male and female in Title IX. We must act to oppose this now.
https://youtu.be/GzvNaQiUOQQ
The Transgender Trend. A complex cultural phenomenon is sweeping through schools throughout the country. Children are declaring that they no longer identify as their own sex, but as the opposite sex, a new made-up “gender,” or no sex at all, creating serious challenges for K-12 schools. https://childparentrights.org/title-ix/
Follow Tom Hampson and support his work to protect our children!
https://truthalliancefoundation.org
Tom has been an investigator for 50 years and directed an eight-year investigation into the commercial sexual exploitation of children.
Today our school systems have institutionalized grooming and the only solution is for parents to be educated and stand up against those who would strip the innocence of our children as a foundational step aimed at destabilizing the family structure.
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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"Call me they"...the kids have a message for us. Do we have one for them?
They are seeking transcendence, we all should be.
This is St John Paul II's Audience # 27 from "Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology Of The Body" presented on May 14, 1980. As usual it is so relevant to today that he might have given it yesterday!
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This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home; Gospel Meditation for Sept 25
Scripture:
Amos 6:1, 4-7
Psalm 146
1Tim 6:11-16
Luke 16:19-31
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Is Sex Anything I say it is? That's a warped Narcissistic view of reality. Love is so much more!
Maria Cossell is back with Jack as we take a short break from following our regular Wednesday format to delve into John Paul II's teaching on love. As he said while working with young couples, "I have come to love human love."
Does Truth matter? Does True Love matter?
Parents this episode is for you! Get educated...it is not the schools responsibility to teach your children about sex. That's you job!
Does Love Make Sense? Can We Discuss it? How?
Saint John Paul II loved young people and said, "The more the world deprives young people of what is true, good and beautiful, the more earnestly will they yearn for it. the vacuum of modern secularism is actually a fragrant invitation for young people to rediscover the sacred."
Reference Book: Love and Responsibility, by John Paul II
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"Do good and avoid evil" is the first principle of conscience and also the elementary precept of all human practice. To "act" in accord with this principle, I must in my conscience constantly go out beyond myself toward the good. This is the basic direction of the transcendence that is a property of the human person. Without this transcendence--without going out beyond myself and somehow rising above myself in the direction of a "good" willed and chosen in the light of truth--I as a person, I as a personal subject, in a sense am not myself (John Paul II, Person and Community).
By choosing the good and avoiding evil--by acting this way, I myself become good and am good as a human being. The moral value reaches to the very depths of my inner life and structure as a human person, a body with a rational soul, who has been given the freedom to "choose good...and avoid evil. The opposite would be an action not in accord with my conscience, a morally evil action. I then become evil and am evil as a human being.
This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home, a reflection on Scripture for Sunday September 18th, the year of our Lord 2022.
Scripture:
Amos 7:14-16; 8:4-7
Luke 16: 1-13
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Today we honor the memory of the more than 60 million unborn victims of abortion to ensure that our unborn sisters and brothers will not be forgotten.
"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you", Jeremiah
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Let's get real, cut through the distortions, and begin to navigate these sometimes daunting questions that the world is so confused about today:
Who am I? What is Love? How do I know if I'm being loved or being used? What's the deal with chastity? What is my purpose in life? And why does my heart "ache"?
Meet Maria Cossell who will be with Jack for the next few Wednesday's as we take a short break from following our regular Wednesday format to delve into John Paul II's teaching on love. As he said while working with young couples, "I have come to love human love."
Reference Book: YOU, life, love and the theology of the body.
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Saint Augustine said, "to fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek Him the greatest adventure; to find Him the greatest achievement."
This is Tuesday Night at the Smith Home for Sunday September 11, 2022
Includes highlights from Chloe Cole's story who at 15 years old agreed to let a "gender affirming" surgeon remove her healthy breasts. "Because of that decision I made when I was a kid, I will never be able to breastfeed my children in the future."
Scripture:
Exodus 32:7-11, 13-14
Psalm 51
1 Tim 1:12-17
Luke 15:1-32
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This is Part 2 of St John Paul II's Audience # 26 from "Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology Of The Body" presented on April 30, 1980. It is so relevant to today that he might have given it yesterday!
Scripture:
Matt 5:27-28
1 John 2:15-17
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"I took off my backpack and sat down against the tree to take it all in. It wasn't long, perhaps a few minutes, when I sensed that the beauty before me was somehow drawing me into itself. I began to experience a deep "ache" within that moved into my heart.
This is St John Paul II's Audience # 26 from "Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology Of The Body" presented on April 30, 1980. It is so relevant to today that he might have given it yesterday!
Scripture:
Matt 5:27-28
1 John 2:15-17
Gen 2:15-17; 3:1-6
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Parents must not only be aware of but must stand up against the war that has been declared on the innocence of children! Will we continue to stand by and allow evil to attack our children and not offer them any protection? If so we will all pay a heavy price for the annihilation and pulverization of their innocent bodies and souls.
This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home, a meditation on Scripture for Sunday September 4, year of our Lord 2022.
Luke 14:25-33
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Also listen to podcast #227: "Woke" Neo-Marxists are Destroying Our Children's Future and Taking Down Our Country.A whole generation of teachers has been indoctrinated to believe that their role is no longer to teach children to think but to turn them into activists for "Woke" Neo-Marxists whose stated goal is to destroy the United States of America by taking down the traditional family and infiltrating the culture with every sort of perversion imaginable.
Jack's guest is Tom Hampson from the Truth Alliance Foundation. "One in four girls and one in six boys have been sexually abused in the United States alone, and almost all of our children have been affected at multiple levels."
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The great Dr. Peter McCullough who courageously stood up and said , "first do no harm" when the Covid Vaccines came out. He urged caution until we could prove that the vaccines were safe. Incredibly he was censored and smeared for what in normal times would be good old common sense. He soon came to understand that this battle is part of the great spiritual battle between good and evil. Between all that is true, good and beautiful and all that is opposed to it. In a recent brief speech he said, "what a great time to be alive."
He has inspired so many of us! Please keep him in your prayers!
This is Freedom Friday for August 26, the year of our Lord 2022. The United States Declaration of Independence states, "We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness."
America is a grand experiment. One that flipped the world's prevailing power structures on its head. This would be a free people whose Rights and Dignity did not come from men but from God. And "that to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the Governed."
Yet, new threats are emerging, the culture of death, that seeks to destroy human life on an alarmingly vast scale.
In the words of John Adams, "We have no government armed with power capable of contending with human passions unbridled by morality and religion...Our Constitution was made for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other."
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John Paul II begins this Audience, “Let us recall the words of the Sermon on the Mount to which we are turning in this present cycle of our Wednesday reflections. “You have heard”—says the Lord, “that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you: Whoever looks at a woman to desire her, (in a reductive way) has already committed adultery with her in his heart” (Matt 5:27-28).
“You shall not commit adultery”… we know the law…but Jesus knows the human heart. He searches each human heart for He seeks an intimacy with us!
This is audience # 25, presented by John Paul II on April 23, 1980.
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"My child conduct your affairs with humility" (Sirach 3:17-18, 20, 28-29)
What makes human beings so full of Pride? We are like the point of a needle in relation to the Universe or in relation to all of history.
This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home, a meditation on Scripture for Sunday August 28th.
Luke 14:1, 7-15
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Also listen to podcast #227: "Woke" Neo-Marxists are Destroying Our Children's Future and Taking Down Our Country.A whole generation of teachers has been indoctrinated to believe that their role is no longer to teach children to think but to turn them into activists for "Woke" Neo-Marxists whose stated goal is to destroy the United States of America by taking down the traditional family and infiltrating the culture with every sort of perversion imaginable.
Jack's guest is Tom Hampson from the Truth Alliance Foundation. "One in four girls and one in six boys have been sexually abused in the United States alone, and almost all of our children have been affected at multiple levels."
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The United States Declaration of Independence states, "We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness."
America is a grand experiment. One that flipped the world's prevailing power structures on its head. This would be a free people whose Rights and Dignity did not come from men but from God. And "that to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the Governed."
Yet, new threats are emerging, the culture of death, that seeks to destroy human life on an alarmingly vast scale.
In the words of John Adams, "We have no government armed with power capable of contending with human passions unbridled by morality and religion...Our Constitution was made for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other."
***Please consider being a Sponsor! "The future of humanity passes by way of the family"--John Paul II.
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Christ has what the world seeks...if only the world had eyes to see and ears to hear.
The darkness that Pope John Paul II often called the culture of death can be overcome only by winning the battle raging in each individual human heart, what he called "the battlefield of the heart between love and lust.
In the Sermon of the Mount Jesus said; "You have heard it said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' But I say to you: whoever looks at a woman to desire her (in a reductive or lustful way) has already committed adultery with her in his heart" (Mt 5:27-28).
This is audience # 24, presented by John Paul II on April 16, 1980.
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And Someone said to him, "Lord, will those who are saved be few?" And he said to them, "Strive to enter by the narrow door; for many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able."
From the 3S Highway to nowhere, take the next exit that leads through the narrow door.
This is Tuesday Night at the Smith Home for August 21, a meditation on Luke 13:22-30
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Also listen to podcast #227: "Woke" Neo-Marxists are Destroying Our Children's Future and Taking Down Our Country.A whole generation of teachers has been indoctrinated to believe that their role is no longer to teach children to think but to turn them into activists for "Woke" Neo-Marxists whose stated goal is to destroy the United States of America by taking down the traditional family and infiltrating the culture with every sort of perversion imaginable.
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Archbishop was right about Donald Trump!
We are engaged in a definitive battle between the forces of the culture of life and the culture of death. In this battle there will be no grand leader or political force riding in on a great white Stallion to rescue humanity. Yet there is a hero, or better millions of heroes.
That hero is you, and millions of others, who through their collective actions realize that Saint Irenaeus was correct when he exclaimed, "The Glory of God is man fully alive". Millions of mothers, fathers, aunts, and uncles who rally behind Saint Catherine of Siena's bold proclamation, "Become Who You Are and you will light the world on fire."
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Pope Paul VI warned us in Humanae Vitae, we didn't listen, but it all came true!
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss St. John Paul II's Wednesday Audience # 23. This is a very important conclusion to where we have come so far...as we ready ourselves for the next part of the story!
Jesus said to them, "if God were your Father, you would love me, for I proceeded and came forth from God; I came not of my own accord, but he sent me. Why do you not understand what I am saying? It is because you cannot bear to hear my word. You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks according to his own nature, for he is a liar and the father of lies" (John 8:31...).
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for Sunday August 14th, 2022. The idea behind it? Pick a night of the week, any night that you can gather family or a few friends together for dinner. No cell phones! Dinner, Jesus and Conversation! See the link below for more details of how to get the kids involved.
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Today's Scripture Meditation:
Luke 12:49-53
Also LISTEN TO Podcast #227: 128: Lost And Found Along the Way, with Deacon Ron "Willie" Williams (episode 1)
Deacon Willie's Website and Book Order: "Lost and Found Along the Way"
Join Jack and Deacon Willie on a Spiritual Journey! We are all pilgrims, Lost and Found along the Way.
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We are engaged in a definitive battle between the forces of the culture of life and the culture of death. In this battle there will be no grand leader or political force riding in on a great white Stallion to rescue humanity. Yet there is a hero, or better millions of heroes.
That hero is you, and millions of others, who through their collective actions realize that Saint Irenaeus was correct when he exclaimed, "The Glory of God is man fully alive". Millions of mothers, fathers, aunts, and uncles who rally behind Saint Catherine of Siena's bold proclamation, "Become Who You Are and you will light the world on fire."
The 3-step plan to counter the culture of death is plan "A" and thankfully Saint John Paul II has given us the blueprint to take back our world from the grip of the culture of death. The 3-part plan "revolves around the person, the family, and finally socio-political activism.
Buckle up and join Jack for Part one of this series that will run every Friday!
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"The man had relations with his wife Eve, and she conceived and bore Cain, saying, 'I have produced a man with the help of the Lord'" (Gen 4:1).
From the very beginning our bodies were created to express love. "Have you not read that from the beginning the Creator created them male and female and said, 'For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and unite with his wife, and the two will be one flesh'!" (Mt 19:4-5).
In human history there always returns the "knowledge-generative" cycle in which life struggles always anew with the inexorable prospect of death and yet always overcomes it. Choose life!
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss St. John Paul II's Wednesday Audience # 22.
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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America had been over-run and all of her Institutions infiltrated while the Boomers, Millennials and Generation Z slept. Thinking they were living on a Cruise Ship some are finally waking up out of their slumber to find out that its a battleship. Some it seems may never wake up.
If you are waiting for a great leader or political force to ride in on a white Stallion and rescue her and humanity don't hold your breath. Yet there is a hero in the story, or better yet millions of heroes. That hero is you, and the millions of others, who through their collective actions realize that Saint Irenaeus was correct when he exclaimed, "The Glory of God is man fully alive"!
This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for Sunday August 7th, 2022.
Scripture:
Wisdom 18: 5-9
Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19
Luke 12:32-48
1 Tim 2:4
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Also LISTEN TO Podcast #227: "Woke" Neo-Marxists are Destroying Our Children's Future and Taking Down Our Country, with Veteran Investigator Tom Hampsonand/or #195: What is the problem with marriage? Love found, love lost and love redeemed: John Paul II's Wednesday Audience on Theology of the Body (4)
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Includes a discussion of "feminine genius". A woman is radically relational yet she is told to put her heart on hold. Why?
Will a hook-up fill the hearts desire to enter into the great mystery of life and love?
Join Linda and Jack as they discuss St. John Paul II's Wednesday Audiences # 20-21.
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Also Listen to podcast #190: The Eucharist; "on the night he was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of His Body and Blood" A Retreat with St. Therese of Lisieux (10)
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Join Jack for Tuesday Night in the Smith Home, Scripture Reflection for July 31st!
After the game which saw Kupp make 8 receptions and score 2 touchdowns, including the game winning catch with 1:25 remaining, he posted a video of himself kneeling penitently in prayer captioned, "Do it to get a crown that will last forever".
Scripture:
Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23
Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11
Luke 12:13-21
Cooper Kupp interview on Epoch Times
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Also LISTEN TO Podcast #165: Authentic Love is impossible with a Porn addiction; A young marriage unravelsand/or #186: You Are Invited to Pope John Paul II's Wednesday Audiences on the Theology of the Body! Join Mark and Jack for Audience #1!
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Jack contrasts the wisdom of his grandmother who only went through 3rd grade with the darkened intellects of the so-called elite with PhD's.
Pope John Paul II wrote, "Walk as people of the light...and try to learn what is pleasing to the Lord. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness" (Eph 5:8,10-11). In our present social context, marked by a dramatic struggle between the "culture of life" and the "culture of death", there is a need to develop a deep critical sense, capable of discerning true values and authentic needs (Evangelium Vitae, No. 95).
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In light of Roe v. Wade it seems that many have lost their mind. How sad to think that our bodies were created to express love and holiness. Instead we use one another and then destroy the life that comes forth.
Join Jack and Linda as they discuss current events in light of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Our focus today is on General Audience #19 that was presented on February 20, 1980.
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Also Listen to podcast #201: Without "Metanoia" We Perish - with Father Timothy Vaverek
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This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home. Jack's Meditation on Scripture for Sunday July 24th.
These were men who were already very religious, men who already prayed. Why would they ask that? It was because they wanted to pray with the same intimacy and confidence they observe in Jesus when He prayed. That is why they must have rejoiced when Jesus instructed them, "When you pray, say: Our Father."
Luke 11:1-13
Genesis 18:20-32
Colossians 2:12-14
John 15:12-17
1 Cor 6:9-11, 13-20
John 14: 12-17
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Also LISTEN TO Podcast **#232: What is "Sex"? What is "Gender Identity"? What is a Human Being? With Dr. Susan Selner-Wright
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The power of love as attraction... played out in real time... is this true love? Is this the happiness that your heart seeks?
Entering into the mystery of another person will blow your mind. It was supposed to..."in the beginning".
The experience of "Original Innocence" and "justice" before the fall.
Mark Schmitt joins Jack to discuss how St John Paul II prophetically saw this confusion over the body and the distortions that would follow. He cut right through the confusion with his teaching on the Theology of the Body.
This is John Paul II's Wednesday Audience #18 presented on February 13, 1980.
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Meditation on the Gospel of Luke 10:38-42 for Sunday July 17, 2022
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2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Nowhere is the dividing line between life and death, good and evil, made clearer than in abortion. We live in a Godless public square that has become a Sodom and Gomorrah, where anything goes.
Jesus said, "If you would enter life, keep the commandments" (Mt 19:17)
"You Shall Not Kill"
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Scripture References:
Matt 19: 7, 17-18
Matt 25:14
Lk 19:12-17
Is 5:20
Evangelium Vitae, John Paul II Nos. 52, 57, 58.
Vatican II Documents:
Lumen Gentium, No. 12
Gaudium et Specs, No 51
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Mark Schmitt joins Jack to discuss how St John Paul II prophetically saw this confusion over the body and the distortions that would follow. He cut right through the confusion with his teaching on the Theology of the Body.
This is John Paul II's Wednesday Audience #17 presented on February 6, 1980.
So many songs have been written about love, but over these past few years it seems as though people have gotten more and more confused about what Love is.
We are created for love...but today we have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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This Is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home where Jack shares his commentary on this weekends shootings and Scripture reflections for Sunday July 10.
We now live in a Godless public square, one that has been transformed into a modern day Sodom and Gomorrah, where anything goes. A Country where politicians call for protests outside the very homes of our Supreme Court Justices and lead demonstrations calling for the mass murder of the most innocent among us in abortion. This blood is a stain on our state...and they don't have the Wisdom to SEE that if you condone violence and mass murder of the most innocent, you will get violence and mass murder.
We have a spiritual problem in our Country. Alexander Solzhenitsyn, the great Russian Writer who spent 8-years in the Gulags came to realize that the dividing line between good and evil lies within every individual human heart.
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen said , “A nation always gets the kind of politicians it deserves. If a time ever comes when the religious Jews, Protestants and Catholics ever have to suffer under a totalitarian state, which would deny to them the right to worship God according to the light of their conscience, it will be because for years they thought it made no difference what kind of people represented them in Congress, and because they abandoned the spiritual in the realm of the temporal.”
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Also LISTEN TO Podcast #232: What is "Sex"? What is "Gender Identity"? What is a Human Being? With Dr. Susan Selner-Wright
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Dr. Luke Arredondo shares his journey and discusses the life of Bishop Fulton Sheen and "The Hour That Will Change Your Life".
Luke Arredondo, PhD, is from the St. Philip Institute, under the direction of Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas.
He can be contacted at the Saint Philip Institute.
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence, (and/or make a Holy Hour/Adoration!)
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Linda and Jack are back and this is John Paul II's Wednesday Audience on Theology of the Body (16)!
So many songs have been written about love, but over these past few years it seems as though people have gotten more and more confused about what Love is.
God created people to be loved and things to be used, but our culture seems to have flipped this on its head, so that people are being used and things are loved.
We are created for love...but today we have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Join Linda Pieper and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's General Audience #16 originally given on January 30, 1980.
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for Sunday July 3rd. As we approach Independence Day I consider what made the United States of America different, freer and more successful than any other nation in history. And how Roe v. Wade plays an integral part in our future as a nation.
In the Gospel of Luke 10:1-20 Jesus sent his disciples as Lambs among Wolves to go out and proclaim the Good News to all of Humanity. And when they did so He told them to rejoice for their names are written in heaven.
Let us too "go out" without fear into our post Christian culture. To remind them that Jesus did not come to condemn the world, but to save it.
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Also LISTEN TO Podcast #205: "You're Teaching My Child What?"; with Psychiatrist and Author Dr. Miriam Grossman.
This may be the most important podcast you listen to all year. Dr Grossman has one focus, the health and well-being of her patients. With tenderness and compassion, she speaks the truth in love. Dr. Miriam Grossman MD is a physician with board certification in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry.
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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It seems that almost out of nowhere there is a sudden spike in sexual or gender confusion...What is going on here?
Special guest Dr. Susan Selner-Wright is back with Jack to help sort out the confusion of the Transgender Craze that is targeting our young people and causing them so much pain.
Susan Selner-Wright, PhD, holds the Archbishop Chaput Chair in Philosophy at Saint John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver, Colorado. Her specialty is the metaphysical thought of St. Thomas Aquinas. She is the author of the Endow study guides, St. Thomas for Beginners I and II as well as a number of articles in professional journals. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame (BA, PLS, 1983) and the Catholic University of America (MA, Philosophy, 1986; PhD, Philosophy, 1992), she has been teaching philosophy to undergraduates and seminarians since 1986. She is one of the founders of the Ethics and Public Policy Center’s Person and Identity Project, which brings Catholic teaching to bear on issues of sexual identity and gender ideology.Visit Her Website: Person and Identity ProjectBook Resource: https://personandidentity.com/resources/books/
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This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for June 26, 2022.
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Also LISTEN TO podcast #201: Without "Metanoia" We Perish with Father Timothy Vaverek and #190: The Eucharist; "on the night when He was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of His Body and Blood" A Retreat with St. Therese of Lisieux (10) Please consider being a Sponsor of the show! "We need You!"
Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Two years before his ascendancy to the Chair of Peter in 1978, Cardinal Wojtyla, now Saint John Paul II, spoke these words in an address in Philadelphia:
“I do not think that wide circles of American society or wide circles of the Christian community realize this fully. We are now facing the final confrontation between the Church and the anti-Church, of the Gospel versus the anti-Gospel.
“This confrontation lies within the plans of Divine Providence; it is a trial which the whole Church must take up. It is a trial of not only the Church, but, in a sense, a test of 2,000 years of culture and Christian civilization with all its consequences for human dignity, individual rights, human rights and the rights of nations.
“We must be prepared to undergo great trials in the not-too-distant future; trials that will require us to be ready to give up even our lives, and a total gift of self to Christ and for Christ. Through your prayers and mine, it is possible to alleviate this tribulation, but it is no longer possible to avert it. How many times has the renewal of the Church been brought about in blood! It will not be different this time.”This great confrontation that St. John Paul II warned us about is being fought precisely at a time in history when many in the Church Hierarchy and the Laity have grown apathetic and have lost their voice or worse, even oppose her.
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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The year was 1995, I had been married for 13 years...three children, and our marriage was falling apart. A non-practicing Catholic I found myself on my knees asking, "God do you have a plan?"
I would have an encounter with God soon after that, when our brother Danny, dying from AIDS, came back to life with a message that would would forever change my life.
This is Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for June 19, 2022. The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Saint John Paul II reminded us that the Church “does not only celebrate the Eucharist but solemnly bears it in procession, publicly proclaiming that the sacrifice of Christ is for the salvation of the whole world.”
Our Eucharistic faith gives us confidence that Christ abides with us through all the sorrows of our life, sanctifying us and leading us to his unveiled presence in heaven.
“Out of the darkness of my life, so much frustrated, I put before you the one great thing to love on earth: the Blessed Sacrament. There you will find romance, glory, honor, fidelity, and the true way of all your loves on earth” (J.R.R. Tolkien).
Jesus has been changing lives of men and women throughout the past 2000 plus years. I know many of them and I am one of them.
link to Tuesday Night in the Smith Home
Also LISTEN TO podcast #201: Without "Metanoia" We Perish" with Father Timothy Vaverek. and #190: The Eucharist; "on the night when He was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of His Body and Blood" A Retreat with St. Therese of Lisieux (10) Please consider being a Sponsor of the show! "We need You!"
Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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A whole generation of teachers has been indoctrinated to believe that their role is no longer to teach children to think but to turn them into activists for "Woke" Neo-Marxists whose stated goal is to destroy the United States of America by taking down the traditional family and infiltrating the culture with every sort of perversion imaginable.
Jack's guest is Tom Hampson from the Truth Alliance Foundation. "One in four girls and one in six boys have been sexually abused in the United States alone, and almost all of our children have been affected at multiple levels."
This affects all of us. Grooming children has been institutionalized in our public-school systems, in Hollywood, on Social media...and in corporations like Disney and Netflix. But also in our government! By the very agencies that are supposed to protect us! Laws have been past that make it impossible for many therapists and counselors to do anything but affirm children in their gender confusion and taking any other course of action can involve prosecution and having their licenses revoked.
Follow Tom Hampson and support his work to protect our children!
truthalliancefoundation.org
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The Spousal Meaning of the Body speaks of Man and Woman's conscious experience of their bodies as a gift and sign of God's love--and, in turn, their sharing this love with one another in and through their bodies, through their masculinity and femininity.
Join Linda Pieper and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's General Audience #15 given on January 16, 1980.
We are created for love...but today we have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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Tuesday Night in the Smith Home for June 12, 2022. This is the most important thing you will ever hear on what it means to be human!
Cutting through today's sexual confusion and the relationship issues between married couples.
My heart goes out to all of you... especially young people growing up in a very twisted, distorted and toxic culture.
The solution "I am"... it's time for Tuesday Night in the Smith Home to be a part of everyone's life!
link to Tuesday Night in the Smith Home
Also LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Jack and best selling author AJ Benjamin discuss LGBTQ+ labels, same-sex attraction, gender dysphoria, and much more.
An invitation into the heart of the Gospel message, which is one of love.
AJ Benjamins book: **"When the Son Frees You: A Catholic Man's Journey of Healing From Same-Sex Attraction"
Visit his website! AJ Benjamin's website: http://www.thesilentknight.net "***I always knew I was different. I could never quite put my finger on it but I always knew that I was not like the other boys. I always felt disconnected from my same-sex peers like I somehow just didn’t belong.
Today I am a forty-something east coast-dwelling, happily married father of three wonderful children. I am a public high school teacher and a lifelong Catholic Christian who is very active in the Church and passionately in love with Jesus Christ (and my wife). I have also struggled with homosexuality in the form of same-sex attractions since my earliest years."--* AJ Benjamin
Council of Trent on the Eucharist
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Indeed, if we discover the unblushing promises of reward and the staggering nature of the rewards promised in the Gospel's, it would seem that Our Lord finds our desires not too strong, but too weak. We are half-hearted creatures, fooling around with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered us, like an ignorant child who wants to go on making mud pies in a slum because he cannot imagine what is meant by the offer of a holiday at the sea. we are far too easily pleased. --C.S. Lewis, the Weight of Glory
Join Mark Schmitt and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's General Audience #14 given on January 9, 1980.
We are created for love...but today we have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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On the Evening of that first day of the week, when the doors were locked, where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, "Peace be with you." When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you." And when he said this, he breathed on them and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained." (John 20:19-23)
Also John 14:15-16, 23-26
Scripture Meditation for Pentecost Sunday, June 5th 2022.
My heart goes out to all of you... especially young people growing up in a very twisted, distorted and toxic culture.
The solution "I am"... it's time for Tuesday Night in the Smith Home to be a part of everyone's life!
link to Tuesday Night in the Smith Home
Also LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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To see one another through the mystery of creation. To see the beauty around us, especially the beauty of another person, man for woman, woman for man. Our hearts "ache" to share the world/gift received, as God shared it with us! This is the Law of the Gift.
Opening to the greatest desires of the heart! Especially for Beauty...even more...the Beauty of Love.
Join Linda Pieper and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's General Audience #13 given on January 2, 1980.
We are created for love...but today we have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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Scripture reflection for the Ascension of Jesus Christ!
My heart goes out to all of you... especially young people growing up in a very twisted, distorted and toxic culture.
The solution "I am"... it's time for Tuesday Night in the Smith Home to be a part of everyone's life!
Scripture from the Acts of the Apostles 1:1-11
link to Tuesday Night in the Smith Home
Also LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Letter to the faithful on the Notification sent to Speaker Nancy Pelosi on May 20, 2022 the she not be admitted to Holy Communion unless and until she publicly repudiate her support for abortion "rights" and confess and receive absolution for her cooperation in this evil in the sacrament of Penance.
The line has been drawn in the sand between good and evil and this battle is about to get even more intense than it already is. But there is no shying away from it.
Also LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Tom reports that today there are over 60 million adult survivors of sexual abuse in the United States alone. One in four girls and one in six boys have been directly abused and almost all of our children have been affected at multiple levels.
I am grateful to have Tom Hampson back on the show. Tom has been an investigator for over 50 years beginning with intelligence work for the US Air Force and went on to be the Chief investigator for the Illinois Crime investigating Commission where he directed an 8-year investigation into the commercial sex trade and exploitation of children. That investigation remains the most extensive law enforcement investigations ever done on the topic.
Once Tom began to understand the scope of the sexual exploitation of children, he realized that law enforcement would never be able to make more than a dent in the problem and that parents must be educated in how to protect their children...and every child today is being affected by what is essentially grooming or desensitizing them, a step to becoming victims themselves...and you will be surprised by the just how deep this is...
He founded the Truth Alliance Foundation to help educate the public as well as helping institutions set up protective services to identify sexual predators and keep our children from becoming a victim.
This affects all of us! Grooming has been institutionalized in our public-school systems, in Hollywood on Social media...and in corporations like Disney and Netflix.
But also in our government! By the very agencies that are supposed to protect us! Laws have been past that make it impossible for many therapists and counselors to do anything but affirm children in their confusion and taking any other course of action can involve prosecution and having their licenses revoked.
Even at the federal level...The Biden administration is pushing this from the top down. From the president to Rachael Levine, a man who claims to be a woman, who has been appointed to head up the HHS (Health and Human Services) that is responsible for promoting and enhancing the health of the citizens of the United States of America and oversees over 100 programs.
Follow Tom Hampson and support his work to protect our children!
truthalliancefoundation.org
LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Intimacy! In-to-me-see!! "They were naked but did not feel shame.
Who am I? What's my purpose? How do I find love... that lasts?
These are the questions that we all ask! Pope John Paul II said that Christ and the Church have the answers! And he gave us this beautiful gift he called "Man and Woman He created them, a Theology of the Body".
Join Linda Pieper and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's General Audience #12 given on December 19, 1979
We have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
Please consider being a Sponsor of the show! "We need You!"
Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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My heart goes out to all of you... especially young people growing up in a very twisted, distorted and toxic culture.
The solution "I am"... it's time for Tuesday Night in the Smith Home to be a part of everyone's life!
Scripture from the Gospel of John 14:23-29
link to Tuesday Night in the Smith Home
Also LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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From Generation to Generation... you are invited to the School of Mary! In a world that has increasingly lost its grip on truth and is left simply manipulated by the spirit of the age, the School of Mary that St. John Paul II and the Church has handed down to succeeding generations, contains within it the gravitational center that can hold us together.
This is a segment of the "Become Who You Are" Workshops. A Series that Jack is presenting all over the country. A transcript of this episode can be obtained in our May 17th Newsletter.
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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My heart goes out to all of you...especially young people growing up in a very twisted, distorted and toxic culture.
The solution "I am"...its time for Tuesday Night in the Smith Home to be a part of everyones life!
Scripture from the Gospel of John 14:1-6; 15:9-17; 13:31-35
link to Tuesday Night in the Smith Home
Also LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
Please consider being a Sponsor of the show! "We need You!"***
Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Tom Hampson discusses the nature and scope of the problem of sexual exploitation of children and the social forces working against the family that are making children more vulnerable. He also helps parents know what a sexual predator looks like.
Tom has been an investigator for 50 years and directed an eight-year investigation into the commercial sexual exploitation of children.
Today our school systems have institutionalized grooming and the only solution is for parents to be educated and stand up against those who would strip the innocence of our children as a foundational step aimed at destabilizing the family structure.
Follow Tom Hampson and support his work to protect our children!
truthalliancefoundation.org
LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
Please consider being a Sponsor of the show! "We need You!"***
Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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They say that Philosophy starts with awe and wonder. Then asking the big questions of life, "Who am I?", "What's my purpose?", "How do I find happiness?"
These are the questions that we all ask! Pope John Paul II said that Christ and the Church have the answers! And he gave us this beautiful gift he called "Man and Woman He created them, a Theology of the Body".
Join Linda Pieper and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's General Audience #11 given on December 12, 1979
We have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
Please consider being a Sponsor of the show! "We need You!"
Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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Bishop Fulton Sheen said, "A nation always gets the kind of politicians it deserves. If a time ever comes when the religious Jews, Protestants and Catholics ever have to suffer under a totalitarian state, which would deny to them the right to worship God according to the light of their conscience, it will be because for years they thought it made no difference what kind of people represented them in Congress, and because they abandoned the spiritual in the realm of the temporal."
It is decision time! History teaches us that each generation is confronted with a choice. They stand before the timeless Tree of the knowledge of good and evil, in a sense alongside Adam and Eve, and must decide. The question put to every generation and to every individual is "do I use my intellect and reason to build my life and the world around me on eternal truth, on God, or do I squander my freedom and choose instead "to be like gods who know what is good and what is bad?" (Gen 3:5)
LISTEN TO OUR WEDNESDAY AUDIENCES OF POPE JOHN PAUL II's "***THE THEOLOGY OF THE BODY!!"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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This is exactly what the modern culture and the confusion of Gender Ideologies don't understand.
Bishop Fulton Sheen said, "It you want to know what is most sacred, look at what is most defiled."
Join Mark Schmitt and Jack as they discuss Pope John Paul II's General Audience #10 given on November 21, 1979
We have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live and how to love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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There are temptations that assail me all the time; I feel like giving up. I'm never going to escape their grip. Have you ever had thoughts such as these as you try to live out the faith? Does it seem hopeless at times to escape the grip of temptations? What I am about to suggest will help in all matter of temptations, but here I will specifically address the temptation of lust.
First, temptation is not a sin! Jesus experienced temptations in the dessert.
Today we live in a world that has normalized the fall of brokenness...and the world wants us to believe that we have just 2 ways to deal with our desires...nope! When you "See" in 3D it will change your life!
Romans 8:23; 29 and Matt 5:27-28
C.S. Lewis from "The weight of Glory"
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Parish Missions, Retreats, Teacher and Catechist Training:
John Paul II Renewal Center Presents: The “Become Who You Are” Workshops: Helping to educate the Laity
Join Me and Bring This Series to Your Area! --Jack Rigert
“And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the marketplace; and he said to them, ‘You too go into my vineyard’” (Mt 20:3-4). From that distant day the call of the Lord Jesus “You too go into my vineyard” never fails to resound in the course of history: it is addressed to every person who comes into this world.[1]
You go too. The call is a concern not only of pastors, clergy, and religious. The call is to each of us, the laity! A new state of affairs today both in the Church and in social, economic, political and cultural life, calls with a particular urgency for the action of the lay faithful. If lack of commitment is always unacceptable, the present time renders it even more so. It is not permissible for anyone to remain idle. “And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing; and he said to them, ‘Why do you stand here idle all day?’ They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.’ He said to them, ‘You too go into the vineyard’” (Mt 20:6-7).
This Series will inspire and educate parishioners to understand their role “to go out” and as importantly, it will provide the “Apostolic Formation” necessary, including the vocabulary, to confidently “give a reason for our hope.”
Very exciting to fulfill both the call to make disciples and missionaries “you too go out”…but also answer the 2022 call for a Eucharistic Revival! And it seems that you cannot have a Eucharistic Revival without our Blessed Mother!
This series is dedicated to Our Blessed Mother and includes her role as our spiritual Mother and draws from Saint John Paul II’s teaching on the Eucharist “the heart of the mystery of the Church”.
[1] Christifideles Laici, John Paul II No. 2.
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Buckle up! Here is your Hero (Become a Saint) Homework!
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
5. Spend 10 minutes a day in Silence.
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Pour a freshly brewed cup of coffee or a glass of fine Napa Cabernet Sauvignon! You owe it to yourself...relax, find a quiet place and enter into the joy of our creation with Linda Pieper and Jack as they reflect on Pope John Paul's Wednesday Audience #9, presented on November 14, 1979.
Our human identity is grounded in love. In the fact that we are loved by our maker! And we are held so highly in God's eyes that we are invited to participate not only in intimacy with God, but to participate in love and intimacy with one another!
Homework for the day: Catechism of the Catholic Church #27, 221, 369-374
We have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to love?
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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What is the solution for the insane ideologies and the morally corrupt who have once again fooled the masses with a thin coat of fresh paint over tired man-made schemes like the "Great Reset" and who spread Gender confusion?
Introducing the "Become Who You Are" Workshops
Workshop #1: The Apostolic Attitude of the LaityAlso listen to Podcast # 205 "You're teaching my child what?" With Dr. Miriam Grossman
Book referenced: Deus Caritas Est, God is Love, by Pope Benedict XVI
Scripture: 1 Jn 4:16; Jn 3:16; Jn 20:21; Acts 1:8; 1 Cor 9:16; Eph 4:16; Matt 20:1-4; Mt 13:38
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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This may be the most important podcast you listen to all year. Dr Grossman has one focus, the health and well-being of her patients. With tenderness and compassion, she speaks the truth in love.
Miriam Grossman MD is a physician with board certification in child, adolescent and adult psychiatry.
Dr. Grossman is known internationally for her courage in breaking ranks and calling foul on the Sexuality and Gender Education industry. The author of four books, Dr. Grossman has been on over 200 radio, news, and television shows, and her work has been translated into 11 languages. She has lectured at the British House of Lords and the United Nations.
For more information, see www.MiriamGrossmanMD.com
www.partnersforethicalcare.com
www.advocatesprotectingchildren.org
www.genspect.org
www.SEGM.org
https://www.dailywire.com/news/how-do-gender-transitions-impact-children-heres-what-the-science-says
Two of her must read books tell the story:
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"Unprotected" A campus Psychiatrist Reveals How Political Correctness in Her Profession Endangers Every Student
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"You're Teaching My Child What?" A Physician Exposes the Lies of Sex Education and How They Harm Your Child.
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Does LGBTQ+, Critical Race Theory, and life in general have your feeling more than a bit confused and overwhelmed? The solution is not more information.
Discover the "Story" that leads you to life! Without it how can you know how to live?
Join Mark Schmitt and Jack as they discuss "the meaning of original unity" and why the body matters! In the process we begin to answer the big questions that the whole culture is so confused about today. Who am I? How do I find meaning and purpose? Why are we created male and female?
What about gender confusion, transhumanism and the Metaverse?
This is Pope John Paul II's General Audience #8, "The Meaning of Original Unity" given on November 7, 1979
We have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live?
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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"If I were to write a play to dramatize God's action in the world it would be named, 'It's Always Been A Love Story', the whole story of creation and redemption is a love story."--Jack Rigert
"God is Love...not that we loved God but that He loved us" first (1 John 4:8-10). "Adhering to a mysterious plan all His own, one of wisdom and goodness, the eternal Father created the universe, decided to endow all men with a share in His own Divine Life and did not abandon them when in Adam they fell."--St. John Paul II
But today we are reaping the fruits of 70 years of materialistic ideologies (matter is all there is). 70 years of moral decline and the dehumanizing effects that followed from being unmoored from God and all the is true, good and beautiful.
Why do we need the event of Good Friday in our lives? Because we need love! "God is love... is it any wonder that John Paul II wrote in his first encyclical, “Man cannot live without love. He remains a being that is incomprehensible for himself, his life is senseless, if love is not revealed to him, if he does not encounter love, if he does not experience love and make it his own, if he does not participate intimately in it."--JPII in Redemptor hominis
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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Discover the map that leads you to life! Without it how can you know how to live?
Join Linda and Jack on a fascinating journey and within it you may discover your own heart. Find who you are, become who your are...and you will light the world on fire.
This is Pope John Paul II's General Audience #7, "Original Solitude, the depth of the human heart" given on October 31, 1979
We have normalized the fall; "In the Beginning it was not so"! If you don't know where you came from, and where you are going, how would you know how to live?
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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Jesus insists in the Gospel (Lk 13:1-9) that, without repentance (metanoia), we "will all perish" and be "cut down" like barren fig trees. He's not threatening us or merely requiring us to reject sin. He's lovingly calling us to metanoia as the only way to share His life, bear fruit for the kingdom, and be saved.
Despite His urgency, we've widely failed to proclaim and foster metanoia as He intends. This has severely compromised our Christian life and witness, as evident in the declining faith and practice, repeated ecclesial crises, and ineffective renewal programs of the last half-century. Our failure to understand and embrace metanoia is depriving us of the abundant life Christ desires for us.
Read Father Vaverek's article in the Catholic Thing Here
Father Timothy Vaverek has been a priest of the Diocese of Austin since 1985 and is currently pastor of Assumption Parish in the city of West, Texas.
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
- Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
- Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
- Read Scripture daily
- Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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200: The Deacon and the Doctor; find healing and wholeness after miscarriage and stillbirth
The Deacon and the Doctor: A Prescription for Navigating Child Loss provides a spiritual, medical, psychological guide to help families A.C.Q.U.I.R.E peace after child loss. As one in four women experience miscarriage, it is essential to provide resources, bring awareness, and teach the community how to engage appropriately so these families are supported properly.
Join Jack and Deacon Gerald-Marie Anthony as they discuss his latest book about miscarriage showing and promoting a theological as well as personal perspective on bringing someone to know of their worth and unity after miscarriage (coming out in May).
Our hope is this book will help families and the community navigate the many obstacles encountered after child loss.
Link to latest book: https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/deaconanddoctor/
Deacon Anthony's website: https://www.jmjgerardmarie.com
The Deacon and The Doctor: A Prescription for Navigating Child Loss | En Route Books and Media
The Deacon and The Doctor: A Prescription for Navigating Child Loss by Deacon Gerard-Marie Anthony and Dr. Sabine Heisman. The way from pain to peace after the loss of a child through miscarriage or stillbirth involves a seven-fold journey of the soul and mind.
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“There is nothing more devastating to parents than the loss of a child. The Deacon and the Doctor is a light in the darkness, providing much needed practical wisdom, refreshing insights, psychological tools, and spiritual consolation on a topic that is finally receiving the attention it deserves. This book will undoubtedly encourage parents to place their bruised and broken hearts into the pierced soul of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Deacon and the Doctor is simply the best resource available for dealing with the incredible grief of losing a child in the womb.” – Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, Author, Behold the Man: A Catholic Vision of Male Spirituality
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199: Who am I really? What the cancel culture doesn't want you to know. John Paul II's Wednesday Audience on Theology of the Body (6)
Who am I? What's my purpose? When we are afraid to proclaim the truth of authentic love people will fall for a lie. Young and old are suffering for lack of this truth!
Join Mark Schmitt and Jack Rigert as they explore God's plan for life and love!
This is Pope John Paul II's General Audience #6, "Original Solitude and Subjectivity" given on October 24, 1979
We have normalized the fall. If you don't know where you came from how will you know how to live?
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
- Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
- Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
- Read Scripture daily
- Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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198: Freedom to Speak the Truth, Paivi Rasanen, Father Walter Ciszek, Forgiveness and Mercy
It has happened in a Western Nation; a prominent politician on trial facing fines and two years in prison for quoting the Bible in public. Paivi Rasanen had been charged with 3 counts of criminal behavior after Rasanen, a medical doctor and mother of five, spoke out in defense of traditional Marriage and the Family.
Meditation: Father Walter Ciszek, an American Jesuit Priest convicted of being a "Vatican Spy" in World War II. He spent 23 years in Soviet Prisons.
Scripture: John 8:1-11; Isaiah 43:16-21
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family!
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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197: How can love turn to dislike? The Meaning of Original Solitude; John Paul II's Wednesday Audience on Theology of the Body (5)
How can love between two people turn into dislike, even in a sense, into hatred? Here is a clue; you cannot give what you have not first received!
We have normalized the fall. If you don't know where you came from how will you know how to live?
Join Linda Pieper and Jack Rigert as we explore God's plan for life and love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
CCC# 2563 The heart is the dwelling place where I am, where I live; according to the Biblical expression, the heart is the place "to which I withdraw."
Additional Scripture to Meditate on: (Romans 8:23) (Genesis 1:26-27, 2:5-7, 2:19-22, 3:15) (Psalm 8)
- Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
- Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
- Read Scripture daily
- Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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196: "I am" united to the Love of Jesus Christ who overcame evil with good
G.K. Chesterton was asked the question, "what is wrong with Christianity"? He answered, "I am."
I would suggest that if asked, "what is the solution to the evil of our day?" He would also answer, "I am."
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Buckle up! Here is the game plan:
- Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
- Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
- Read Scripture daily
- Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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195: What is the problem with marriage? Love found, love lost and love redeemed: John Paul II's Wednesday Audience on Theology of the Body (4)
General Audience of September 26th, 1979
The State of Innocence to the brokenness of marriage. Someone please tell me what's going on?
Why are young people afraid to marry? Why are people considering divorce after twenty years of marriage. How can love turn to dislike and even to hatred?
Join Linda Pieper and Jack Rigert as we explore God's plan for love!
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006
CCC# 2563 The heart is the dwelling place where I am, where I live; according to the Biblical expression, the heart is the place "to which I withdraw."
Additional Scripture to Meditate on: (Romans 8:23) (Genesis 3:15)
- Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
- Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
- Read Scripture daily
- Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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194: Child Sex-Trafficking, Grooming Children; How Many are Lukewarm to the Evil of Our Day
Romans 8:26
1. Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
2. Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
3. Read Scripture daily
4. Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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193: "Jesus, Mary and the Saints"; I Believe in Love, a Retreat based on the writings of St. Therese of Lisieux (Final Episode 11)
Join Jack and Mark for the final Episode #11!
"I Believe in Love" A personal retreat, based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux
Isaiah 53:2-5; Luke 1:35-38; 2:35
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family!
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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192: You Are Invited! Pope John Paul II's Wednesday Audience on the Theology of the Body! Join Linda and Jack for Audience #3!
General Audience (#3) of September 19, 1979 **"Second Account of the Creation of Man"
Book: Man and Woman He Created Them, A Theology of the Body, Saint John Paul II**, translation, introduction and index by Michael Waldstein, Pauline Books and Media, 2006Th second account of the creation of man is linked with the presentation of original innocence, original happiness, and the first fall.A Message of Love and Hope! "Be not Afraid"...evil exists, but "In the Beginning" it was no so.
Jesus does not limit Himself to sin, death and human brokenness. He said, "In the Beginning it was not so!" He came with "Power" to redeem what was lost...to redeem the "individual human heart"
Scripture Reference: (Matt 19:3-8); (Gen 1:26-28); (Gen 2:15-25) (Gen 3-4:1)
Additional Scripture to Meditate on: (Matt 7:7-12) (John 10:10)
- Go to Mass, the most important prayer! Try to make an extra Mass during the week.
- Take the wedding bath...the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per month
- Read Scripture daily
- Pray the Rosary Every Day! See Podcast #'s 118, 119, 120, 121 to pray along as a family! See Podcast #'s 108, 110, 111, 112 to to pray the Rosary with the Gospel Story!
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191: The Mystery of Evil; Some Are Waking up to Satan's War on Humanity
Each of us in a sense stands before the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. We are participants in a drama between two opposing mysteries. The Mysterium Iniquitatis, the mystery of evil that brings destruction, sin and death, and the Mysterium Pietatis, the Incarnation, Passion, Death, Resurrection and Glorification of Jesus Christ and the Love that does not allow itself to be "Conquered by evil," but overcomes "evil with good" (Rom. 12:21).
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190: The Eucharist; "on the night he was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of His Body and Blood" A Retreat with St. Therese of Lisieux (10)
At the Last Supper, on the night when He was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of His Body and Blood. He did this in order to perpetuate the sacrifice of the Cross throughout the centuries until He should come again.
The Mass commemorates the Sacrifice of the Cross: "For as often as you shall eat this bread and drink the chalice, you shall show the death of the Lord, until He come" (1 Cor. 11:26).
Join Jack and Mark for Episode #10; A Personal Retreat based on the teaching of St.Therese of Lisieux.
"I Believe in Love" A personal retreat, based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux, given by Father Jean D'Elbee
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189: You Are Invited! Pope John Paul II's Wednesday Audience on the Theology of the Body! Join Linda and Jack for Audience #2!
General Audience (#2) of September 12, 1979 "Enter Into the Great Cosmic Stream of Existence"A Message of Love and Hope! "Be not Afraid"...evil exists, but "In the Beginning" it was no so.
Jesus does not limit Himself to sin, death and human brokenness. He said, "In the Beginning it was not so!" He came with "Power" to redeem what was lost...to redeem the "individual human heart"
Scripture Reference: (Matt 19:3-8); (Gen 1:26-28); (Gen 2:15-25) (Gen 4:1)
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188: Father Dan Leary opens up...following the Heroic Path of Venerable Father Aloysius Schwartz
"I was a few years out of Villanova University and had just finished pretheology at seminary when I found myself at Villa de las Ninas (Girlstown) in Chalco, Mexico, in the summer of 1992. I knew almost nothing about the Sisters of Mary or Aloysius Schwartz, who had just died. Right away, the Sisters began to share stories about their spiritual father's intense love for Mary and how Our Lady had led him to commit his life to saving the poor. When they spoke of him, their eyes blazed. He seemed to me a giant, another Mother Teresa. A priest is ordained to save souls; he had saved generations of souls." --Father Dan Leary, in the Afterword of "Priest and Beggar", The Heroic Life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz
"In 1957, at twenty-seven years old, Father Aloysius Schwartz of Washington, D.C., asked to be sent to one of the saddest places in the world: South Korea in the wake of the Korean War. Just a few months into his priesthood, he stepped off the train in Seoul into a dystopian film. Squatters with blank stares picked through hills of garbage. Paper-fleshed orphans lay on the streets like leftover war shrapnel. the scenes pierced him"--author Kevin Wells
(Also check out Episode #109: "Priest and Beggar" The Heroic Life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz with author Kevin Wells)
Below is the link to Priest and Beggar:
https://www.ignatius.com/Priest-and-Beggar-P3830.aspx
To financially support the mission Fr. Al began - TheSistersofMary.org, WorldVillages.org.
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187: The Cross; "I know without asking that you have suffered", what does it mean?
Join Jack and Mark for Episode #9; A Personal Retreat based on the teaching of St.Therese of Lisieux.
Suppress the Cross in your life, and everything crumbles. The Cross is the structure. As it bore the Savior, it bears salvation, and so it must bear us also, and all our works.
I know without asking that you have suffered, and you will suffer again. I am sure I will be giving you great comfort in speaking to you about the price of the Cross.
Never look at the Cross without Jesus. The Redeemer of Man, Jesus Christ, is the centre of the universe and of history.
Based on the book; "I Believe in Love" A personal retreat based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux, given by Father Jean D'Elbee
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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186: You Are Invited to Pope John Paul II's Wednesday Audiences on the Theology of the Body! Join Mark and Jack for Audience #1!
General Audience of September 5, 1979 "What is meant by "Beginning"?A Message of Love and Hope! "Be not Afraid"
Jesus does not limit Himself to sin, death and human brokenness. He said, "In the Beginning it was not so!" And came into our story to redeem what was lost.
Scripture Reference: (Matt 19:3-8); (Gen 1:27); (Gen 2:24)
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185: TOB Parent School! Empowering Parents and Families! Simple, Easy and Fun!
Your children no longer have to be a victim of the culture!
Jack is joined by TOB Parent School founder Lindsay Caron and Lynda Olsen as they share the reasons why they are excited to help empower families everywhere!
What’s for dinner? Can my friend sleep over? Can we get a Nintendo Switch? What sports should I play? How do I fit into this culture as a treasured boy or girl of the Creator? Why do my choices matter? What is a good friend? What should I do for a job when I grow up? Kids have A LOT of questions; now, more than ever. What if you had a reliable resource that equipped you to answer these questions by fostering genuine conversation with your kids over the course of a year, with colorful, easy, accessible content?
Theology of the Body Monthly KIDS is just that resource. Within the 8 mini-magazines, children and their parents learn the truth about human dignity that the Church upholds in all stages of life. Children will learn that all life is a treasured gift from God, that every person - no matter what race or sex - holds inherent dignity and worth, and that great love comes through giving and receiving oneself in service to others.
TOB Monthly KIDS is now available for purchase at www.tobparentschool.org.
Contact info@tobparentschool.org to learn about bulk pricing for church/school.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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184: The City of Man versus the City of God; a man made virus, a man made war, and a God made man solution
The invasion of Ukraine, couples in love, a woman about to give birth. The battles we are in are not left versus right, liberal versus conservative, or being optimistic or pessimistic. Human beings are religious beings. The battle is between the forces of Satan as manifested in the City of Man, and the City of God.
In Mere Christianity, in the chapter he titled "The Invasion," C.S. Lewis tried to clarify our situation: "One of the things that surprised me when I first read the New Testament seriously was that it talked so much about a Dark Power in the universe--a mighty evil spirit who was held to be the Power behind death, disease, and sin."
"Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God?" (James 4:4)
Jesus prayed to the Father, "I have given them your word; and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world." (John 17:14)
Grab your Rosaries! The people of Ukraine need our prayers.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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183: "Dad, I think I'm gay"; a conversation with best selling author AJ Benjamin
Jack and best selling author AJ Benjamin discuss same-sex attraction, gender dysphoria and much more.
An invitation into the heart of the Gospel message, which is one of love.
AJ Benjamins book: **"When the Son Frees You: A Catholic Man's Journey of Healing From Same-Sex Attraction"
Visit his website! AJ Benjamin's website: http://www.thesilentknight.net "***I always knew I was different. I could never quite put my finger on it but I always knew that I was not like the other boys. I always felt disconnected from my same-sex peers like I somehow just didn’t belong.
Today I am a forty-something east coast-dwelling, happily married father of three wonderful children. I am a public high school teacher and a lifelong Catholic Christian who is very active in the Church and passionately in love with Jesus Christ (and my wife). I have also struggled with homosexuality in the form of same-sex attractions since my earliest years."--* AJ Benjamin
Council of Trent on the Eucharist
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182: You Are Invited to Pope John Paul II's Wednesday Audiences on the Theology of the Body! Premiers Ash Wednesday, March 2!
Join Mark Schmitt and I each Wednesday beginning on Ash Wednesday! Each week we will join Pope John Paul II at his Wednesday General Audience in St. Peters Square as he gave 129 short talks beginning on September 5, 1979 and ending November 28, 1984. He was shot in 1981 and was traveling at other times so his life-changing catechesis was spread out over multiple years.
The book we will be using is "Man and Women He Created Them" A Theology of the Body. Professor Michael Waldstein's superb translation of Pope John Paul II's Audiences, published in 2006.
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181: The Apostolate; Tested by evil the burning question is, "What are you doing with your life?"
Join Jack and Mark for Episode #8, A Personal Retreat based on the teaching of St.Therese of Lisieux.
This is the time of the Laity!
When you really encounter Jesus Christ you can never be the same. Christ demands a response--you don't encounter Him and stay neutral. You will go all in or you will pull away.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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180: Wake Up! Evil is on the move, and it's going to get worse.
"Something is going on, we sense it"... this is a theme I hear over and over again in my conversations.
Christine Anderson, a member of the European Parliament said, "In the entire history of mankind, there has never been a political elite sincerely concerned about the wellbeing of regular people. What makes any of us thing that it is different now?"
Bishop Fulton Sheen, "A nation always gets the kind of politicians it deserves."
Drs. Malone and Peter Mccullough
1 Sam 8; Eph 5:25-27: Luke 1:35; John 6:31-33
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179: Woman's Reproductive Health with Dr. Thomas Hilgers, Director of the Saint Paul VI Institute for the study of Human Reproduction in Omaha, Nebraska.
*"One of the most difficult topics I addressed in my early years sharing John Paul II”s Theology of the Body was the Church’s teaching on IVF (in vitro fertilization, and other artificial reproductive technologies). I say difficult because my heart went out to the parent’s I met who desperately wanted to start a family, but for whatever reason were finding it difficult to conceive.
Many of them were told that artificial reproductive technologies were the only option open for couples with reproductive and gynecological health problems and concerns. What they were not told is that most Physicians have stopped looking for the causes of the conditions, and treatment is aimed only at the treatment of the symptoms.*
What an incredible gift it was to be able to share NaPro Technology with them! An option that is not only in line with Catholic teaching but one that goes beyond the treatment of symptoms."---Jack Rigert, Director, the John Paul II Renewal Center
Books by Dr. Hilgers:
Blinders
The FAKE and DECEPTIVE SCIENCE Behind Roe V. Wade
listeners can ask questions directly to the Institute: http://naproquestions.com/
St. Paul VI website for more information and donations: saintpaulvi.com
To find a fertility care center to learn the Creighton Model FertilityCare Center
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178: Canadian Truckers, Communism and St. John Paul II
Karol Wojtyla, who would become Pope John Paul II, was born in a free country. But by the time he was a young man he would be a witness to the horror, the evil, and the violence that man is capable of inflicting on man. At twenty he had already lost his mother, father, and brother when the Nazi’s, followed by the Communists, invaded Poland. Sent to work in a chemical factory young Karol would later describe this period of four years in the world of labor as the most decisive period of his life. He would later reflect and come to understand that oppressive governments including Socialism and Communism had their anthropology wrong. They did not understand what it meant to be a human person. All over the world they attempted to eliminate God, eradicate freedom, and undermine the very dignity of the human person created in the image and likeness of God.
Reference: The Divine Plan; Paul Kengor and Robert Orlando, ISI Books
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177: Kathleen Cory of Ruah Woods Press; Theology of the Body and Real World Solution!
Contact Kathleen Cory at: kcory@ruahwoods.org
website: ruahwoodspress.org
Ruah Woods Press, 6675 Wesselman Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45248
Ruah Woods: 513.906.0882
Ruah Woods supports adults, teachers, students, and parents as we seek to understand the truth about our innate dignity, as image-bearers of God, male or female, called to love one another as God loves. We do this by helping Catholics apply Theology of the Body to our everyday lives—becoming more of the sons or daughters God made each of us to be. Our K-12 foundational curriculum equips teachers and parents with church approved tools for forming boys and girls in their God-given identity. This curriculum brings to life Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body in the context of our modern world. Through this curriculum, children gain an understanding of who God is, who they are as image-bearers of God, male or female, and how they fit into the world.
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176: Give God the Space; "Fraternal Love" A Personal Retreat with Saint Therese of Lisieux (7)
Join Mark Schmitt and Jack as they enter the thought, work and life of Saint Therese of Lisieux guided by a series of retreats that Fr. Jean D'Elbee gave that were put into book form:
"I believe in Love."
"Love Him, first of all, with an immense love; then read in His eyes and in His heart what you must do for others who, after all, are not really 'others' since they are, like you, members of His Mystical Body, or at least called to be such."
What must we be for others?
Do not fear Temptations for they can be the path to holiness!
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175: Can the Truckers Save Canada? Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano shares a Prophetic Message
Time seemed to be running out for North America. Canada and the United States were going the way of Europe. Their greatness passing away right in front of our eyes. The beacon of light and hope that brought hope to our persecuted brothers and sisters all over the world was fading fast. So many fell for the propaganda of the world elite, and like helpless sheep, chose to trade their freedom, God given rights, and their human dignity for an illusion of security and a manmade utopia.
Then something happened! The fading light of freedom began to flicker once again, brought to the world by Canadian Truck Drivers. The so called simple people of the world, men and women who mustered the courage to take stand up "against the principalities, against the powers, against the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places" (Ephesians 6:12).
Grab your Rosaries! The Canadian Truck Drivers need prayer warriors now!
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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174: The reason I don't wear a mask may surprise you!
Ephesians 6:12, 5:14, 6:13-20
CCC #1695 Holy Spirit and children of the light
CCC #1782 on freedom on conscience
Finland puts Christians on Trial for defending marriage
To go deeper check out this series!
I Believe in Love; A personal Retreat Based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux
Series Episode Podcast Numbers: 146, 150, 152, 162, 166, 170Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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173: How to Have a Pure and Undefiled Heart
Catechism of the Catholic Church, #27, 28, 30 and 221
Acts 17:16-28
Mark 7:14-23
Saint Augustine, Dr. Carl Jung, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Dr. Gerald May
I Believe in Love; A personal Retreat Based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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172: The Great Reset is a Counterfeit (2); Why the brutal attack on Marriage and the Family?
The world elite seek a "great reset." Somehow they missed the Original Great Reset, the one made necessary by Original Sin and the fall of humanity. This causes them great angst and so they go about trying to recreate a counterfeit. Spoiler alert..it has been tried unsuccessfully before and this attempt will be another disaster.
Jack, "It was not until my wife delivered our first child that I got a glimpse into the Love of the Trinity in a concrete way. Holding our daughter in my arms for the first time and looking at my wife, I was overwhelmed by this new person that she had just delivered. Now there were three of us!"...this is the Sacramental Sign that Satan is out to destroy!
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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171: The Great Reset is a counterfeit; spoiler alert...we are religious beings and only the Truth will set us free! (1)
We are living in a world gone mad. Trying to make sense of it is nothing that Jesus wasn't familiar with. In fact in the Gospel He said, "I did not come to bring peace, but a sword."
Somehow some of the most faithful Christians miss the larger story. We were born into a world at war. If we miss that and I guess many do, you will not come to terms with the battle going on in your own heart!
This is an exciting time to be alive! Evil is out in the open and many agnostic and atheist philosophers and social commentators are opening up to the idea that Christianity might be the only answer for man after all.
Reference Jonathan Van Maren's interview with Niall Ferguson
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170: "Great Desires, Humility, and Peace"; A Personal Retreat with Saint Therese of Lisieux (6)
Nothing ever comes about without great desires. They are the mainspring, the driving force. If they are lacking, everything in life is dull and lifeless.
Join Jack and Mark as they share their own stories woven within the fabric of St. Therese's love story with the Eternal Bridegroom.
CCC#221! "God is love!"...
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169: When the Son Frees You: A Man's Journey of Healing From Same-Sex Attraction
AJ Benjamin shares stories from his book "When the Son Frees You: A Catholic Man's Journey of Healing From Same-Sex Attraction"Hi. I'm AJ Benjamin. I am a forty-something east coast-dwelling, happily married father of three wonderful children. I am a public high school teacher and a lifelong Catholic Christian who is very active in the Church and passionately in love with Jesus Christ (and my wife). I have also struggled with homosexuality in the form of same-sex attractions since my earliest years.
I always knew I was different.
I could never quite put my finger on it but I always knew that I was not like the other boys. I always felt disconnected from my same-sex peers like I somehow just didn’t belong.
AJ Benjamin's website: http://www.thesilentknight.net
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168: In the Midst of Chaos We Find the Good Life!
3 True Stories, seemingly everyday experiences, shed light on the Chaos and the answers that we are all looking for. Of course in God's plan, everyday experiences are more than they seem.
"You know neither the Scriptures nor the power of God!"
Scripture Referenced:
Matt 25:14...
Luke 12:13...
Matt 22:23...
Luke 12:22...
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167: Healing from Addiction; The larger Story, "A Theology of the Body"
Today, Pornhub, one of the leading porn websites--and there are thousands--will have 100 million visitors viewing hardcore pornography. Millions of those viewers will be between the ages of twelve and seventeen. Pornography addiction is an epidemic in America and we are “approaching 100% exposure to pornography for males between ten and twenty-nine years of age.”
Yet is not enough to just say no to pornography. Young people, really all of us, need to know the ‘why’ behind the rules. I have met young men and women over the years who show incredible courage and a willingness to fight the war raging on the battlefield of their heart once they know the why behind the battle. I cannot overstate how important it is for today’s men and women, struggling with purity while being bombarded by images of women’s bodies used to sell products, to find that the solution lies NOT in pushing down or ignoring their passions and desires, but by redirecting their passions and desires to the beauty of authentic love.
I have worked with porn addicts. It is a beautiful thing to see these men years later, including some who had gotten married, no longer addicted to porn, but as men who have fully embraced the culture of life. They picked up the sword and with grace, are winning the battle to “see” all the women in their lives not as objects to be used, but as beautiful hearts that desire and deserve to be loved! This includes the women, our sisters in Christ, who are being used as objects in the pornography industry.
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166: THIS IS IT! Simple abandonment is the peak of holiness. Saint Therese of Lisieux, "It is to be disturbed by nothing." (5)
Buckle up! Join Mark and Jack for Episode #5 in our series: I Believe in Love, a personal retreat based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux. This is a powerful session as we continue to unpack "Abandonment to Jesus."
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165: Authentic Love is impossible with a Porn addiction; A young marriage unravels
The Heart is a Battlefield between Love and Lust. 100 Million views every day. That is the number of daily visitors to Pornhub. How many marriages will fail this year because of a Porn Addiction?
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164: Pope John Paul II's 1994 Christmas Message to Children and Families
"Dear Children...JESUS IS BORN!!!" --Pope John Paul II
John Paul II had declared 1994 as the year of the Family. As the year was coming to a close he shared a Christmas message for children and their families throughout the world!
Light the fireplace, grab a blanket and some hot chocolate...
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163: A Crisis of Truth and Courage; C.S. Lewis on The Law of Human Nature and Saint Luke on the Annunciation
Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis
Luke Chapter 1, the Annunciation Narrative, Saint Luke
When God is pushed out what happens? Dysfunction happens. First in the individual human heart, then in marriages, families and the lives of the innocent. Our children are either destroyed or used as objects. When this happens on a large scale dysfunction is unleashed in Neighborhoods, Cities, States, Countries and ultimately in the World at large.
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162: I Believe in Love; "Abandonment to Jesus" Jack and Mark on the practical teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux (4)
Getting Real with Saint Therese...healing individual human hearts, marriages and the universe.
Jack is joined by Mark Schmitt of the John Paul II Renewal Center for Episode #4 of the series.
We think saints are people who have overcome their human brokenness. Nope. Saints are people who have opened their human brokenness to the merciful love of the Father.
Based on "I Believe in Love", Fr Jean C.J. D'Elbee published by Sophia Institute Press
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161: A Crisis of Truth and Courage; a Different Kind of Advent Message (1)
A different kind of Advent calls for a different kind of Advent Message. This Advent we are experiencing the burning of Christmas Trees, Desecration of Statues and Christmas Mangers. An Advent where Christ has been pushed out of not only the public square, but out of individual human hearts.
When God is pushed out what happens? Dysfunction happens. First in the individual human heart, then in marriages, families and the lives of the innocent. Our children are either destroyed or used as objects. When this happens on a large scale dysfunction is unleashed in Neighborhoods, Cities, States, Countries and ultimately in the World at large.
John 18
Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis
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160: God, Sex and the Universal Longing; the Banquet (are you a Stoic, an Addict or a Mystic?)
Join Jack and Gerry Ayala for Episode # 3 of God, Sex and the Universal Longing...The Banquet.
Ask yourself where you fall on this spectrum: are you a Stoic, an Addict or an aspiring Mystic?
Resource: Fill These Hearts by Christopher West, "This book is about desire. Not trivial desires. Not superficial wants...but about the atomic energy of our souls--that universal "Ache" and longing we feel as human beings for something more.
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159: Urgent call to love our neighbor; The True Story of Holy Rosary Academy
Holy Rosary website can be found here: https://www.hraak.org/.
Dr. Mark Newcomb wrote, "We just completed a series of blog posts on classical, Catholic education that your subscribers might really enjoy reading, and they can be found here": https://www.hraak.org/news.
Some of the key correspondence from the Archbishop can be found on the website for the Archdiocese of Anchorage-Juneau (see the list at the right-hand side of the page--the First and Second letters concerning Holy Rosary Academy--the first of these two also includes the original letter from April of 2021 outlining the Archbishop's novel demands for HRA): https://aoaj.org/.
Link to Letter to HRA Families - October 27, 2021
Go Fund Me charity to purchase buses and supporting infrastructure:https://www.gofundme.com/f/mass-transit-busing-students-to-the-sacraments?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-
Please keep Holy Rosary in your prayers! This is very much a spiritual battle as well!
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158: Something "Big" is Brewing; I can feel it and it's time for action!
"The false charity and empty spirituality of those who mouth pious platitudes over the broken bodies and souls of the innocent is an affront to the martyrs and missionaries who gave their lives to share the true faith. I have seen, up front and personal, the heart-rendering results of allowing predators to destroy children, families and faith. A "drawing room" spirituality does not have the power to fight the malignant evil of this age. Delicate sensibilities must be sacrificed and hands dirtied in favor of a cross-centered faith! We are not fighting for principles or philosophies. we are fighting for SOULS and we must not lose!"
---Bishop Joseph Strickland
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157: Newsflash! God, Sex and the Universal Longing; Jack and Gerry Ayala (2)
The Key!! Open your Passions and Desires to the Banquet!
Resource: Fill These Hearts by Christopher West, "This book is about desire. Not trivial desires. Not superficial wants...but about the atomic energy of our souls--that universal "Ache" and longing we feel as human beings for something...
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156: Archbishop Vigano, Thanksgiving Proclamation by our 19th President, the Great Sin of our age
Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn came to realize that the great dividing line between good and evil lies within every single individual human heart.
John Paul II said, "men and women of our time find it difficult to be converted, to repent, and to do penance. There is a general reluctance to admit one's misconduct, to say, "I am sorry," and to make restitution."
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155: "Build Back Better"; Pope Francis and many Bishops have joined the mantra
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154: To Pope Francis and the Bishops; just speak the truth, its your job ! (2)
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153: To Pope Francis and the Bishops; this isn't brain surgery, just speak the truth, its your job
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152: I Believe in Love; "Unshakeable Confidence" Jack and Mark on the practical teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux
Jack is joined by Mark Schmitt of the John Paul II Renewal Center for Chapter 3
We think saints are people who have overcome their human brokenness. Nope. Saints are people who have opened their human brokenness to the merciful love of the Father.
Based on "I Believe in Love", Fr Jean C.J. D'Elbee published by Sophia Institute Press
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151: God, Sex and the Universal Longing; Jack is joined by Gerry Ayala (1)
Fill These Hearts by Christopher West, "This book is about desire. Not trivial desires. Not superficial wants...but about the atomic energy of our souls--that universal "Ache" and longing we feel as human beings for something...
Ephesians 5:25-33
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150: I Believe in Love; "Humble Confidence" Jack and Mark on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux
Jack is joined by Mark Schmitt of the John Paul II Renewal Center for Chapter 2
Based on "I Believe in Love", Fr Jean C.J. D'Elbee published by Sophia Institute Press
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149: "Call Me They" Helping Parents Navigate Gender Confusion within the Family and Beyond
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148: Friday Morning Musings; The Road Not Taken, Praying with Temptations and more!
Robert Frost, Lewis Carroll, Jillian, Jesus, Fr. Ryan Browning, The Father of Mercy, Praying with Temptations, Saint Teresa and Saint Faustina
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147: Marriage..."When the Flame has Grown Cold"
The German poet, Rainer Maria Rilke, identified very keenly this drama in loving relationships, sensing that ending up in this spiral cannot be the only way out. "This is the paradox of love between man and woman: two infinities meet two limitations, two infinite needs to be loved meet two fragile and limited capacities to love. Only in the ambit of a greater love (God's love for them) do they not consume themselves in pretension and not resign themselves, but walk together, each towards a fullness of which they are a sign...
...If you do not love Christ, Beauty made flesh, more than the person you love, the latter relationship withers. Christ is the truth of this relationship, the fullness to which both partners point, and in whom their relationship is fulfilled. Only by letting Him in is it possible for the most beautiful relationship that can happen in life not to be corrupted and die in time. This is the audacity of His claim."
Indeed, the Lord Jesus, when He prayed to the Father, "that all may be one...as we are one" (Jn 17:21-22) opened up vistas closed to human reason, for He implied a certain likeness between the union of the divine Persons, and the unity of God's sons in truth and charity. This likeness reveals that man, who is the only creature on earth which God willed for itself, cannot fully find himself except through a sincere gift of himself. (Gaudium et Specs 24:3)
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146: I Believe in Love; A personal Retreat Based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux (1)
Jack is joined by Mark Schmitt of the John Paul II Renewal Center.
Based on "I Believe in Love", Fr Jean C.J. D'Elbee published by Sophia Institute Press
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145: How Abortion and Covid-19 are linked in the final battle between good and evil
"Covid is being used for the 'Great Reset' to attack 'freedom' and 'families'--Cardinal Raymond Burke
Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone criticized Nancy Pelosi for her strong support of legalized abortion. He said, "a child is not an object to be thrown away, and neither is a mother's heart, the answer to a women in a crisis pregnancy is not violence but love."
Saint John Paul reflecting on the dignity of human life said the problem with Socialism and Communism is that they had their anthropology wrong. They did not understand what it meant to be a human person.
"Woe to you Pharisees! for you love the best seat in the synagogues and salutations in the market places...you cleanse the outside of the cup and of the dish, but inside you are full of extortion and wickedness. You fools!--Jesus Christ (cf. Luke 11: 39-43)
Scripture cited: Luke 11:37-49; 53-54; 12:1-5; 49-57
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144: Archbishop Vigano; "The pandemic is being used to bring about the Great Reset"
"What we see happening corresponds to an inhuman project by forces who hate not only the health of the body, but also and above all the salvation of the soul."--Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano
Join Jack as he addresses Archbishop Vigano's video message to anti-vaccine pass protestors in Italy, Cardinal Turkson's unfortunate alignment with the World Economic Forum and more.
Link to Archbishops letter at Life Site News
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143: Sister Lucia of Fatima, "The Last Great Battle Between Our Lord and Satan"
...at the start of this work entrusted to me by the servant of God, John Paul II, I wrote to Sister Lucia of Fatima...I received a long letter with her signature. In it we find written: the final battle between the Lord and the reign of Satan will be about marriage and the family--Cardinal Carlo Caffarra
....this is the battle we are seeing fought today...and we know it.
Our Lady of Good Success said this in the 17th Century! "Thus I make it known to you that from the end of the 19th century and shortly after the 20th century...the passions will erupt and there will be a total corruption of morals...As for the Sacrament of Matrimony, which symbolizes the union of Christ with His Church, it will be attacked and deeply profaned."
in 1973 Our lady of Akita appeared and said, "The work of the devil will infiltrate into the Church in such a way that one will see Cardinals opposing Cardinals, Bishops against Bishops. The priests who venerate me will be scorned and opposed by their confreres."
"And I am moved when I read the best biographies of Padre Pio, on how this man was so attentive to the sanctity of marriage and the sanctity of spouse, even with justifiable rigor on occasion."--Cardinal Caffarra
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142: Lost and Found Along The Way; Evangelization made simple (Episode 8)
So, you found your faith and you treasure it. You love God, and you want those closest to you-your dear friends, your family, and maybe your own children and grandchildren--to love Him too. Sadly, they have simply lost their faith. They don't want to hear any more of your "church talk stuff." You wrestle between losing your relationship with them and your fear for their salvation. What could you say without completely turning them off?
Join Jack and Deacon Willie as we crack open the science and art of Evangelization...made simple.
Deacon Willies Website and Book Order: "Lost and Found Along the Way"
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141: Health and Freedom Rally; the Truth will set you free!
Saint Teresa of Benedicta of the Cross says to us all: "Do not accept anything as the truth if it lacks love. And do not accept anything as love which lacks truth! One without the other becomes a destructive lie!"
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140: Lost and Found Along The Way; "Misericordia" (Episode 7)
With Spiritual Director Deacon Ron "Willie" Williams
"God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks to us in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world." --C.S. Lewis
We may feel like failures and wonder why God allows suffering. But as time passes we learn to look back and see how He worked things for good and how every trial drove us closer to Him."-- Dr. David Jeremiah
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139: The Texas Heartbeat Law; It's a child to be loved
Mother Theresa said, "It's a poverty to decide that a child must die so that you can live as you wish."
Steven Jobs told biographer Walter Isaacson that he regretted the choices he made in how to raise his children. He recalled Jobs saying, "I wanted my kids to know me. I wasn't always there for them, and I wanted them to know why and to understand what I did." But, like many parents, Jobs was happy that he had children. Isaacson's assessment was that "Steve made choices. I asked him if he was glad that he had kids, and he said, 'It's 10,000 times better than anything I've ever done."'
Scripture Reference: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20; James 3:16-4:3; Mark 9:30-37
Special thanks to Deacon Greg Farrell for sharing his homily
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138: Satan Jeopardy; Satan and the temptation to sin (Episode 6)
With Spiritual Director Deacon Ron "Willie" Williams
What opportunity falls between these two statements: "I'm getting lost...I am lost"?
Getting directions!! We need only stop and ask for them. This is true for our faith life as well. We let God get lost somewhere in our busyness. Or, are we the lost ones?
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137: An Important Lesson in Philosophy! Step into the Light or Accept Darkness
And in the Synagogue there was a man who had the spirit of an unclean demon; and he cried out with a loud voice, "Ah! What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are, the Holy One of God." (Luke 4:33-34)
To grasp that the great originators of Western Philosophy, on whose thought it still largely lives, Plato and Aristotle, not only found and recognized a "traditional" interpretation of the world alive and vigorous--they accepted it as their starting point when they began to philosophize. (The Philosophical Act) Josef Pieper
Great Resource! "Leisure, the basis of Culture", by Josef Pieper (including The Philosophical Act)
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136 : Lost And Found Along The Way; "Junk Yard-Dog-Like-Kindness" (Episode #5) W Deacon Willie
"Camino pilgrims spend 30 plus days walking. It's exhausting and not without ache and pain. In spite of the suffering, there are those who exhibit outrageous kindness. Such acts inspire our pilgrimage to grow more kind with others. Maybe inspire us to fight for kindness like a Junkyard dog."--Deacon Willie
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135: Our Choices Have Consequences; Whom Will You Serve?
"It’s something completely different to have a heart that rests in God, a heart that has found everything that it has always wanted and for which it has been created. I believe this means that we must be willing to lay down our life in concrete actions and that our heart must be rooted both in the present moment and in God. My experience teaches me that when you truly meet God you have an enormous number of things to do. It’s no longer meaningless busyness, but a dynamism that is born from the desire to bring to fruition all the potential that God has placed in you. To say “yes” to Jesus is to reach our maximum fulfillment because this is the true meaning of our existence, the goal to reach. It is the only thing that really counts and it is for this reason that God became man." --Mother Elvira is the foundress of Comunità Cenacolo, which welcomes the lost and desperate in seventy-one houses in twenty countries.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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134: Lost And Found Along The Way; "The Movement of Grace" (Episode #4) W Deacon Willie
Join Jack and Deacon Willie on a Spiritual Journey! We are all pilgrims, Lost and Found along the Way.
Can you relate here? You grew up forced to go to church. You hated it and couldn’t see the point. As an adult, you’ve found issues with church leaders, a particular church teaching, or even with some of the church people. That was it, you checked out. However, deep inside you know that “no church” does not mean “no God.” Off in the distance, God exists. Someday you might give the whole “God thing” another chance.
What might convince you to give God that second chance? Maybe witnessing His special help in impossible situations? Maybe witnessing moments of amazing grace appearing at a perfect moment and in a perfect way and almost miraculously? These are Godcidences.
Deacon Willies Website and Book Order: "Lost and Found Along the Way"
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133: The Dominos Are Falling Around Us..."Do YOU have the Courage to stand with Jesus Christ?"
Mysterium Iniquitatis...the mystery of evil...and the Solution; Mysterium Pietatis, the Incarnation, Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
The Mystery of evil is no longer hiding in the shadows. It has been embraced by the rulers of the world and the so-called "Great Reset" is in full action plan status. It's coming to a theatre near you! If it has not already affected your marriages, families, friends and neighbors it will be. This is OUR time! Or you can hide in your basement...but the safe places are an illusion.
But in the midst of chaos...we can find the good life...life in abundance. It's called the "Good News"...know it, embrace it and you will find the life you have been created for!
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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132: Lost And Found Along The Way, "A Leap of Faith" W Deacon "Willie" (3)
Faith: "Putting your belief and trust in something or somebody outside of yourself, and then acting on that belief." --Joseph Stowell, Crossroads University
Join Jack and Deacon Willie on a Spiritual Journey! We are all pilgrims, Lost and Found along the Way.
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Examen Prayer from St. Ignatius's Spiritual Exercises see page 78-79
[Jesus said to me:] “The future is mine, what do you fear? I have given you my Mother to enlighten your way. Look at her, the Morning Star. Obedience will put illusions to flight. The one who gives his life to the Eternal Wisdom does not need to be clever. Think only of me, of pleasing me: I will transform you. Let go of all that does not lead you directly to me, so as to be altogether mine. Thoughts, memories, plans, desires, anxieties—whatever they may be. Confide all to me. It is my joy to respond as God to humble confidence.-"-Sister Mary of the Holy Trinity
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131: "You Duped Me Lord"; Love, Lies and Heartbreak (3)
"The more the world deprives young people of what is true, good and beautiful, the more earnestly with they yearn for it. The vacuum of modern secularism is actually a fragrant invitation for young people to rediscover the Sacred."-- Pope John Paul II
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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130: Lost And Found Along the Way, "A Mountain of Forgiveness" (episode 2A)
Join Jack and Deacon Willie on a Spiritual Journey! We are all pilgrims, Lost and Found along the Way.
Deacon Willie's Website and Book Order: "Lost and Found Along the Way"
"God dealt with our whole situation on the cross: there is nothing left for you to settle. Just say to Him, 'Lord, I cannot forgive and I will no longer try to do it; but I trust that You in me will do it. I can't forgive and love; but I trust that You will forgive and love in my place and that You will do these things in me.'"
---Corrie Ten Boom, Holocaust survivor
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129: "You Duped Me Lord"; Love, Lies and Heartbreak (2)
"The more the world deprives young people of what is true, good and beautiful, the more earnestly with they yearn for it. The vacuum of modern secularism is actually a fragrant invitation for young people to rediscover the Sacred."-- Pope John Paul II
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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128: Lost And Found Along the Way, with Deacon Ron "Willie" Williams (episode 1)
Deacon Willie's Website and Book Order: "Lost and Found Along the Way"
"Something very beautiful happens to people when their world has fallen apart: a humility, a nobility, a higher intelligence emerges at just the point when our knees hit the floor." --- Marianne Williamson
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127: "You Duped Me Lord"; Love, Lies and Heartbreak (1)
"The more the world deprives young people of what is true, good and beautiful, the more earnestly with they yearn for it. The vacuum of modern secularism is actually a fragrant invitation for young people to rediscover the Sacred."-- Pope John Paul II
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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126: Pastoral Incoherence and the resulting chaos; with Father Timothy Vaverek
Link to Father Vaverek's July 3rd article: "Pastoral Incoherence"
"The Church in America is in the midst of a controversy over so-called “Eucharistic coherence.” The debate focuses on the duties of the faithful (especially politicians) in receiving Holy Communion and of the bishops in overseeing that reception. While the issue is vital, it’s symptomatic of a graver, half-century-old crisis that, like many family dysfunctions, remains deliberately unaddressed: pastoral incoherence. Unless that root problem is acknowledged, Eucharistic coherence is destined to remain little more than a pious aspiration."-- Father Timothy Vaverek
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125: Love More Powerful than death, more powerful than sin
Link to the article:
"Love more powerful than death, more powerful than sin"
Love which does not allow itself to be "conquered by evil," but overcomes "evil with good."
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124 :"Man Cannot Live Without Love"--Saint John Paul II
Jesus tells his disciples that if people know how to give good things to their children, "how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him" (Luke 11:13).
"Jesus said to her, "Every one who drinks of this water will thirst again, but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst; the water that I shall give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life" (John 4:13-14).
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123: "Why Our Founders Couldn't Abolish Slavery"
"We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness--That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed."--The Declaration Of Independence
"Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude...shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."--Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States
"I am astounded by the evil that I see around me today, I am astounded by how many turn a blind eye to it. I am astounded by how many take part in it. I am astounded by how many people sit either naively or fearfully allow evil to come right into their hearts, their homes, their marriages and the lives of their children."--Jack Rigert
"Only those who live by faith really know what is happening in the world; the great masses without faith are unconscious of the destructive processes going on, because they have lost the vision of the heights from which they have fallen."-- Bishop Fulton Sheen
Great Resource: The Epoch Times!
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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122: Taking to the Road, The Good, The Bad and the Gospel
Past Podcasts referenced on the show:
73: The Lenten Solution: Why a "Holy Hour"? What about Fasting?
77: Sign of Contradiction: and He led them up a high mountain by themselves
81: Making Sense of the Transgender Craze, with special guest Susan Selner-Wright PhD
113: 100 Years of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), a century of killing and deceit
109: "Priest and Beggar" The Heroic Life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz with author Kevin Wells
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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121: Praying the Rosary together! Children and Families; The Glorious Mysteries
This series is based on the book “On a Mission to Love” Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic. I highly recommend that you get a copy and it makes a great gift! Praying the Rosary together will bring tremendous blessings to your marriage and family. I will put a link to it in the show notes. Email me with any questions about the book and also let me know about your experiences praying the Rosary and I will share them with the author.
"On a Mission to Love"...Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic
The family who prays together stays together!
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120: Praying the Rosary together! Children and Families; The Joyful Mysteries
This series is based on the book “On a Mission to Love” Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic. I highly recommend that you get a copy and it makes a great gift! Praying the Rosary together will bring tremendous blessings to your marriage and family. I will put a link to it in the show notes. Email me with any questions about the book and also let me know about your experiences praying the Rosary and I will share them with the author.
"On a Mission to Love"...Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic
The family who prays together stays together!
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119: Praying the Rosary together! Children and Families; The Sorrowful Mysteries
This series is based on the book “On a Mission to Love” Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic. I highly recommend that you get a copy and it makes a great gift! Praying the Rosary together will bring tremendous blessings to your marriage and family. I will put a link to it in the show notes. Email me with any questions about the book and also let me know about your experiences praying the Rosary and I will share them with the author.
"On a Mission to Love"...Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic
The family who prays together stays together!
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118: Praying the Rosary together! Children and Families; The Luminous Mysteries
This series is based on the book “On a Mission to Love” Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic. I highly recommend that you get a copy and it makes a great gift! Praying the Rosary together will bring tremendous blessings to your marriage and family. I will put a link to it in the show notes. Email me with any questions about the book and also let me know about your experiences praying the Rosary and I will share them with the author.
"On a Mission to Love"...Rosary Meditations for Children and Families by Debbie Staresinic
The family who prays together stays together!
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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117: "The Messy Family Project" with Michael and Alicia Hernon
Michael & Alicia Hernon are on a mission to empower parents, strengthen marriage, and bring families to Christ through their ministry, the Messy Family Project. Parents of ten children and grandparents to three, the Hernon's have traveled around the world to encourage families and spark conversations between spouses on how to be the best parents for their children.
Mike and Alicia offer down-to-earth, practical insights into family life through their podcast, which is downloaded over 20,000 times every month, the free resources on their website, and their virtual courses.
Learn more about them & their ministry at www.messyfamilyproject.org.
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116: The Woman at the Well; a story of passion and desire
"After twenty years of listening to the yearnings of people's hearts, I am convinced that all human beings have an inborn desire for God. Whether we are consciously religious or not, this desire is our deepest longing and our most precious treasure."-- Dr. Gerald May, Addiction and Grace.
"Jesus said to her, "Every one who drinks of this water will thirst again, but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst; the water that I shall give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life" (John 4:13-14).
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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115: The pitfalls of life closed to the Spirit (2 of 2)
"After twenty years of listening to the yearnings of people's hearts, I am convinced that all human beings have an inborn desire for God. Whether we are consciously religious of not, this desire is our deepest longing and our most precious treasure."-- Dr. Gerald May, Addiction and Grace.
"God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us" (Romans 5:5).
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114: Gender Dysphoria and the pitfalls of life closed to the Spirit (1 of 2)
"God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us" (Romans 5:5).
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113: 100 Years of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), a century of killing and deceit
A wonderful resource for truth: The Epoch Times
(If you are looking for an incredible College...please check out Saint Thomas University in Houston!...write or call me for more information)
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112: "Praying the Luminous Mysteries", You are invited into the story!
Our new Daily Rosary Series...the Luminous Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Thursday. This is a unique way to pray the Rosary using Scripture that literally invites you into the story that you were created for.
We know that the world is in a tremendous spiritual battle between the forces of good and evil being fought all around us...we also know that this same battle is being waged, as Saint John Paul II said, "on the battlefield of each human heart."
"When I pray the Rosary I meditate with Scripture...Now you can join me and pray along at any time of the day or night...my goal for the day is to pray one Rosary...I start my day with one decade first thing in the morning (BEFORE THE PHONE!) and then take 10 minute pauses from my desk to take a walk, or run an errand. With the Rosary Recorded my heart, mind and body are refreshed numerous times throughout the day...and I like to pray the fifth decade when the day is finished and I turn out the light. Peace and joy."--Jack Rigert
Here are the Rosary resources that I use:
Pray the Rosary with Scripture Readings
Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations, by Debbie Staresinic
The Hinge of the Hail Mary, the Art of Praying the Rosary, by Mark Hartfiel
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111: "Praying the Glorious Mysteries", You are invited into the story!
Our new Daily Rosary Series...the Glorious Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Sunday and Wednesday. This is a unique way to pray the Rosary using Scripture that literally invites you into the story that you were created for.
We know that the world is in a tremendous spiritual battle between the forces of good and evil being fought all around us...we also know that this same battle is being waged, as Saint John Paul II said, "on the battlefield of each human heart."
"When I pray the Rosary I meditate with Scripture...Now you can join me and pray along at any time of the day or night...my goal for the day is to pray one Rosary...I start my day with one decade first thing in the morning (BEFORE THE PHONE!) and then take 10 minute pauses from my desk to take a walk, or run an errand. With the Rosary Recorded my heart, mind and body are refreshed numerous times throughout the day...and I like to pray the fifth decade when the day is finished and I turn out the light. Peace and joy."--Jack Rigert
Here are the Rosary resources that I use:
Pray the Rosary with Scripture Readings
Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations, by Debbie Staresinic
The Hinge of the Hail Mary, the Art of Praying the Rosary, by Mark Hartfiel
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110: "Praying the Sorrowful Mysteries", You are invited into the story!
Our new Daily Rosary Series...the Sorrowful Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Tuesday and Friday. This is a unique way to pray the Rosary using Scripture that literally invites you into the story that you were created for.
We know that the world is in a tremendous spiritual battle between the forces of good and evil being fought all around us...we also know that this same battle is being waged, as Saint John Paul II said, "on the battlefield of each human heart."
"When I pray the Rosary I meditate with Scripture...Now you can join me and pray along at any time of the day or night...my goal for the day is to pray one Rosary...I start my day with one decade first thing in the morning (BEFORE THE PHONE!) and then take 10 minute pauses from my desk to take a walk, or run an errand. With the Rosary Recorded my heart, mind and body are refreshed numerous times throughout the day...and I like to pray the fifth decade when the day is finished and I turn out the light. Peace and joy."--Jack Rigert
Here are the Rosary resources that I use:
Pray the Rosary with Scripture Readings
Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations, by Debbie Staresinic
The Hinge of the Hail Mary, the Art of Praying the Rosary, by Mark Hartfiel
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109: "Priest and Beggar" The Heroic Life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz with author Kevin Wells
Author Kevin Wells experienced his own spiritual transformation while writing this most important and inspiring book. Tune in as Kevin joins Jack to share this amazing story.
...1957, at twenty-seven years old, Father Aloysius Schwartz of Washington, D.C., asked to be sent to one of the saddest places in the world: South Korea in the wake of the Korean War. Just a few months into his priesthood, he stepped off the train in Seoul into a dystopian film. Squatters with blank stares picked through hills of garbage. Paper-fleshed orphans lay on the streets like leftover war shrapnel. the scenes pierced him (from the front jacket).
Crisis Magazine piece of Fr. Al on Father's Day - https://www.crisismagazine.com/2021/a-fathers-day-story?mc_cid=db0aaa3908&mc_eid=caa9c5e18e
To financially support the mission Fr. Al began - TheSistersofMary.org, WorldVillages.org.
Brand new EWTN documentary on Fr. Al's life: https://vimeo.com/522443301/9872224b8b
An article in the National Catholic Register I wrote on my trip to Chalco to see Girlstown - https://www.ncregister.com/blog/entering-the-fields-of-poverty-and-resurrection
Below is the link to Priest and Beggar:
https://www.ignatius.com/Priest-and-Beggar-P3830.aspx
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108: "Praying the Joyful Mysteries", You are invited into the story!
Our new Daily Rosary Series...the Joyful Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Monday and Saturday. This is a unique way to pray the Rosary using Scripture that literally invites you into the story that you were created for. In the Joyful Mysteries Jesus Christ takes on a human body and enters the world through the main door...seeking you, and me.
We know that the world is in a tremendous spiritual battle between the forces of good and evil being fought all around us...we also know that this same battle is being waged, as Saint John Paul II said, "on the battlefield of each human heart."
"When I pray the Rosary I meditate with Scripture...Now you can join me and pray along at any time of the day or night...my goal for the day is to pray one Rosary...I start my day with one decade first thing in the morning (BEFORE THE PHONE!) and then take 10 minute pauses from my desk to take a walk, or run an errand. With the Rosary Recorded my heart, mind and body are refreshed numerous times throughout the day...and I like to pray the fifth decade when the day is finished and I turn out the light. Peace and joy."--Jack Rigert
Here are the Rosary resources that I use:
Pray the Rosary with Scripture Readings
Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations, by Debbie Staresinic
The Hinge of the Hail Mary, the Art of Praying the Rosary, by Mark Hartfiel
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107: A frank discussion on Masks, Covid, and CRT with Deacon Gerald-Marie Anthony
Join Jack and special guest Deacon Gerald-Marie Anthony as they discuss Deacon Anthony's latest articles on Covid-19, Critical Race Theory and Racial Healing.
Deacon Anthony is a theologian, author, and apologist who has taught the Catholic faith for over twenty years. He is a prolific writer, author and the Director of Religious Education at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Arlington Virginia. He received his B.A. in Theology from Christendom College and his M.A. in Theology from the Catholic Distance University.
A Renewed Look at Pastoral Freedom Concerning COVID-19, by Deacon Anthony....Refocusing the United States on the Light of Christ For the CDC website to show that it is updated: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines.html * The actual "Fact Sheet" I was reading from today: http://labeling.pfizer.com/ShowLabeling.aspx?id=14472&format=pdf (note p. 3 which says the "duration of protection against Co-Vid 19 is unknown") comes right from the Pfizer website which is connected to the CDC * Other things of note:* + Diabolein vs Symbalein - Greek root of the word “diabolical” (diabolein) means to cut, tear, or divide. - Symbalein means to bring together, gather up, union - As noted, all of these theories divide (white vs non-white, privilege/oppressor vs non-privileged/oppressed, vaccinated vs non-vaccinated, etc.) and are being used as the tools of the devil as they are tearing up the one flesh of the Mystical body the Church where there should be a united body, as St. Paul says "There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all" (Eph. 4:4-6). We are all called to be united in and under Christ! This is why we much proclaim the truth, promote the good, and uphold the dignity of every person. + Freudian Principle vs Eucharistic Principle - Freudian Principle: "This is your body given up for me". You exist and should do things so that I feel comfortable EVEN IF IT VIOLATES YOUR CONSCIENCE AND MAKES YOU FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE. - Eucharistic Principle: "This is my body given up for you." I exist so I can uphold your conscience and dignity. I won't ask you to violate yourself for me because that is not love, but lust (using another for MY good). - You must get the shot because it makes ME feel better. As compared to medical directives which you make your own medical decisions and you do what is best for you. Not manipulation, but informed consent.
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106: "Men must be resurrected in the truth, or perish in their own hatred"--Dostoevsky
Dr. John Hittinger from the University of Saint Thomas in Houston sent me the following;
...found a great quote from Fyodor Dostoevsky, the great Russian writer, in his novel 'The Brothers Karamozov'. Ivan, the child who does not believe and tries to disprove God tells the cynical story of the Grand Inquisitor--the pious brother, the Christian, named Alyosha--says, "Men must be resurrected in the truth, or perish in their own hatred."
That line keeps coming back to me--the truth that will raise us up is the Gospel, the truth of the good Creator, the Father, who sent His only Son Jesus to die for us and calls us to live like Him.
(If you are looking for an incredible College...please check out Saint Thomas University in Houston!...write or call me for more information)
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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#105: Welcome to the "Brave New World"; The Dictatorship of Relativism
John Jelinek is Jack's special guest today!
In his futuristic novel "Brave New World," the British author Aldous Huxley predicted in 1932 that falsification would be the decisive element of modernity. That day has arrived!
John Jelinek is the Director of Religious Education, Youth Ministry and Adult Formation For the Diocese of Rockford, Illinois. He earned a Master's Degree in Theology from Franciscan University and has worked in Church ministry for the past sixteen years. John and his wife Cecilia have six children.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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104: In Memory of Anthony Bourdain on the 3rd Anniversary of His Passing
I can't believe that it has already been three years. I was surprised and saddened when I heard that Anthony Bourdain had taken his own life. Though I never met him in person his acclaimed CNN series, "Parts Unknown" was a favorite of mine and I often thought that we would make good travel companions. In addition to being the same age we shared similar interests in people, travel, food, wine and martial arts. As a former Professional Chef and Restauranteur I related to his passion and the way he spoke of "food as an entryway." It is so true. In restaurants and homes all over the world friendships are formed, love is ignited and family bonds are strengthened around tables where food and wine serve as the entryway to a banquet where lives and love are shared.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
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103: "Being Critical of Critical Race Theory" with Deacon Gerard-Marie Anthony
Join Jack and special guest Deacon Gerald-Marie Anthony as they discuss Deacon Anthony's latest articles on Critical Race Theory and Racial Healing.
Deacon Anthony is the Director of Religious Education at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Arlington Virginia. He received his B.A. in Theology from Christendom College and his M.A. in Theology from the Catholic Distance University. He also has earned his Theology of the Body Institute Certificate as well as a Virginia Catholic Education Teaching Certification.
Deacon Anthony is a theologian, author, and apologist who has taught the Catholic faith for over twenty years. He is a prolific writer and author.
Here are links to his latest articles/books/and videos:
- The Best Medicine for Racial Healing (Homiletic and Pastoral Review): https://www.hprweb.com/2021/05/the-best-medicine-for-racial-healing/
- Being Critical of Critical Race Theory (Crisis Magazine): https://www.crisismagazine.com/2021/being-critical-of-critical-race-theory
- A Renewed Look at Pastoral Freedom Concerning COVID-19 (Homiletic and Pastoral Review): https://www.hprweb.com/2021/05/a-renewed-look-at-pastoral-freedom-concerning-covid-19/
- Cost of Racism and Rash Judgement-What Can You Get for $5.58 (2Minutes2Virtue): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEfJ7LvDClg&t=3s
- For My books: https://www.jmjgerardmarie.com/online-store
- Check out my book with a Primer in Theology of the Body called Hope and the Theology of the Body (Great for Wedding Preparation in chapter 5-7)
- As well as my short book explaining and defending Marian Intercession called 5 Minutes to Glory Series: Explaining How Catholics DO NOT Worship Mary
- Deacon Gerard-Marie Anthony's website is: https://www.jmjgerardmarie.com/
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102: "Stand Up and Be Counted!"
"Only those who live by faith really know what is happening in the world; the great masses without faith are unconscious of the destructive processes going on, because they have lost the vision of the heights from which they have fallen."-- Bishop Fulton Sheen
"We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness--That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed."--The Declaration Of Independence
"Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude...shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."--Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States
"I am astounded by the evil that I see around me today, I am astounded by how many turn a blind eye to it. I am astounded by how many take part in it. I am astounded by how many people sit either naively or fearfully allow evil to come right into their hearts, their homes, their marriages and the lives of their children."--Jack Rigert
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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101: “Good News” in Women’s Reproductive Health, Dr. Hilgers is with us!!
One of the most difficult topics I addressed in my early years sharing John Paul II”s Theology of the Body was the Church’s teaching on IVF (in vitro fertilization, and other artificial reproductive technologies). I say difficult because my heart went out to the parent’s I met who desperately wanted to start a family, but for whatever reason were finding it difficult to conceive.
Many of them were told that artificial reproductive technologies were the only option open for couples with reproductive and gynecological health problems and concerns. What they were not told is that most Physicians have stopped looking for the causes of the conditions, and treatment is aimed only at the treatment of the symptoms.
What an incredible gift it was to be able to share NaPro Technology with them! An option that is not only in line with Catholic teaching but one that goes beyond the treatment of symptoms.
Books by Dr. Hilgers:
Blinders
The FAKE and DECEPTIVE SCIENCE Behind Roe V. Wade
Contact the Saint Paul VI Institute
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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100: The Incredible Story of Dr. Wanda Poltawska and Pope John Paul II (Part 2)
Wanda Wiktoria Półtawska (born 2 November 1921 in Lublin)[1] is a Polish physician and author. She was a victim of the Ravensbrück concentration camp, just north of Berlin, having been arrested in February 1941 and charged with assisting the Polish resistance movement. She was used as a human guinea pig and became the subject of various medical experiments. She spent four years in the camp but survived her ordeal, and afterwards wrote an account of her experiences, And I Am Afraid of My Dreams.[2] She later married and had four children.[3]
Her memoir of the life and conditions for the women held in the camp has provided material for other books such as Ravensbrück
She had decided during her incarceration that if she survived she would become a doctor, and this is what she did. She completed her medical studies in 1951 and obtained her doctorate in psychiatry in 1964.
Półtawska collaborated with her compatriot Pope John Paul II, influencing him on such topics as contraception and sexuality.[4] When, in 1962, Poltawska was ill with cancer and told she had only 18 months to live, the monk Padre Pio was asked by the Pope, then Bishop Wojtyła, to pray for Półtawska. After this her cancerous growth disappeared and she no longer needed an operation to remove it.
Why do I want to tell this story? Because I am astounded by the evil that I see around me today, I am astounded by how many turn a blind eye to it. I am astounded by how many take part in it. I am astounded by how many people sit either naively or fearfully allow evil to come right into their hearts, their homes, their marriages and the lives of their children.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
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99: The incredible story of Dr. Wanda Poltawska, Pope John Paul II (part 1)
Wanda Wiktoria Półtawska (born 2 November 1921 in Lublin)[1] is a Polish physician and author. She was a victim of the Ravensbrück concentration camp, just north of Berlin, having been arrested in February 1941 and charged with assisting the Polish resistance movement. She was used as a human guinea pig and became the subject of various medical experiments. She spent four years in the camp but survived her ordeal, and afterwards wrote an account of her experiences, And I Am Afraid of My Dreams.[2] She later married and had four children.[3]
Her memoir of the life and conditions for the women held in the camp has provided material for other books such as Ravensbrück
She had decided during her incarceration that if she survived she would become a doctor, and this is what she did. She completed her medical studies in 1951 and obtained her doctorate in psychiatry in 1964.
Półtawska collaborated with her compatriot Pope John Paul II, influencing him on such topics as contraception and sexuality.[4] When, in 1962, Poltawska was ill with cancer and told she had only 18 months to live, the monk Padre Pio was asked by the Pope, then Bishop Wojtyła, to pray for Półtawska. After this her cancerous growth disappeared and she no longer needed an operation to remove it.
Why do I want to tell this story? Because I am astounded by the evil that I see around me today, I am astounded by how many turn a blind eye to it. I am astounded by how many take part in it. I am astounded by how many people sit either naively or fearfully allow evil to come right into their hearts, their homes, their marriages and the lives of their children.
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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98: Anxiety and Fear; Enter the Mystery (2 of 2)
In Saint Catherine of Siena's "Dialogue" God the Father describes His Son as a living Bridge:
"Wherefore I have told you that I have made a Bridge of My Word, of My only-begotten Son, and this is the truth. I wish that you, my children, should know that the road was broken bu the sin and disobedience of Adam, in such a way, that no one could arrive at Eternal Life."
51% of young Americans say they feel down, depressed or hopeless.
In June 2020 the CDC released data the suggests one in four adults ages 18-24 have considered suicide.
Whats going on here?
Romans 8:11
My Heart goes out to families, especially those raising children, in a very toxic culture. Young and old alike have been lied to about the very basics concerning the meaning of marriage, the family, authentic love, and the true meaning of human sexuality. In a word modern culture has a "disfigured" understanding of what it means to be a human person .
And the questions in the parishes I visit always begin: "in the face of so many problems confronting families and the Church today, where would we even begin? May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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97: Anxiety, Depression and the Reality of Evil (1 of 2)
Satan's grand tactic in separating us from our heart is to sneak in as the Storyteller through our fears and the wounds we have received from life's Arrows.
51% of young Americans say they feel down, depressed or hopeless.
In June 2020 the CDC released data the suggests one in four adults ages 18-24 have considered suicide.
What's going on here?
Scripture Reference: Acts 1:1-11
Ephesians 1:17-23
Mark 16:15-20
My Heart goes out to families, especially those raising children, in a very toxic culture. Young and old alike have been lied to about the very basics concerning the meaning of marriage, the family, authentic love, and the true meaning of human sexuality. In a word modern culture has a "disfigured" understanding of what it means to be a human person .
And the questions in the parishes I visit always begin: "in the face of so many problems confronting families and the Church today, where would we even begin? May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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96: The Redeemer of Man Came For YOU!
Craig, I replied, you didn't create the universe, you were not the author of the larger story...you came into a story!
"We need silence to be alone with God, to speak to Him, to listen to Him, to ponder His words deep in our hearts. in silence we are filled with the energy of God Himself that makes us do all things with joy." --Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Dennis Prager
Genesis 4:6-7
John 10:10-15
Romans 1:16-32
John 15:9-17
My Heart goes out to families, especially those raising children, in a very toxic culture. Young and old alike have been lied to about the very basics concerning the meaning of marriage, the family, authentic love, and the true meaning of human sexuality. In a word modern culture has a "disfigured" understanding of what it means to be a human person .
And the questions in the parishes I visit always begin: "in the face of so many problems confronting families and the Church today, where would we even begin? May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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95: So I asked; "Where Do You Get Your Wisdom?"
Science and Technology are simply tools...they are not God; they are not going to bring meaning or purpose...they will not answer life's biggest questions...they were never intended too!
Scientists use scalps from aborted Babies
Dennis Prager
Genesis 4:6-7 and Matthew 13:10-17
My Heart goes out to families, especially those raising children, in a very toxic culture. Young and old alike have been lied to about the very basics concerning the meaning of marriage, the family, authentic love, and the true meaning of human sexuality. In a word modern culture has a "disfigured" understanding of what it means to be a human person .
And the questions in the parishes I visit always begin: "in the face of so many problems confronting families and the Church today, where would we even begin? May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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94: The Solution for Insanity (part 3): It's simple, "In the Beginning it was not so"
A brief look at the first Chapters of Genesis sheds light on the current crisis.
My Heart goes out to families, especially those raising children, in a very toxic culture. Young and old alike have been lied to about the very basics concerning the meaning of marriage, the family, authentic love, and the true meaning of human sexuality. In a word modern culture has a "disfigured" understanding of what it means to be a human person .
And the questions in the parishes I visit always begin: "in the face of so many problems confronting families and the Church today, where would we even begin? May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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93: The Solution for Insanity (part 2); "Understanding Science and Technology"
Article referenced... A New American Divinity: Scientism by Noelle Garnier
My Heart goes out to families, especially those raising children, in a very toxic culture. Young and old alike have been lied to about the very basics concerning the meaning of marriage, the family, authentic love, and the true meaning of human sexuality. In a word modern culture has a "disfigured" understanding of what it means to be a human person .
And the questions in the parishes I visit always begin: "in the face of so many problems confronting families and the Church today, where would we even begin? May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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92: The Solution for Insanity (part 1); May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!
My Heart goes out to families, especially those raising children, in a very toxic culture. Young and old alike have been lied to about the very basics concerning the meaning of marriage, the family, authentic love, and the true meaning of human sexuality. In a word modern culture has a "disfigured" understanding of what it means to be a human person .
And the questions in the parishes I visit always begin: "in the face of so many problems confronting families and the Church today, where would we even begin? May I suggest we begin with the "TRUTH"!Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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Reference for Daily Scripture Reading: The Magnificat
Pray the Rosary Every Day! Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations on our Website
Jack's daily morning prayers, BEFORE the PHONE :)! Holy Spirit Prayer is the third one
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91: "Divine Mercy and the Prodigal Son"
Reference: "Who is God? The Father of the Prodigal Son." May 2015 Robert J. Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D. Magis Center of Reason and Faith
Being Human is not easy. We are called to love and to walk with one another. We all need someone to help us carry our Cross. We all need a Savior.
Saint John Paul II in his first encyclical as Pope, Redemptor Hominis (The Redeemer of Man) wrote, The Redeemer of the World! In Him has been revealed in a new and more wonderful way the fundamental truth concerning creation to which the Book of Genesis gives witness when it repeats several times: "God saw that it was good." The good has its source in Wisdom and Love. Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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90: "Divine Mercy"...a question of gender, a son transitions
Being Human is not easy. We are called to love and to walk with one another. We all need someone to help us carry our Cross. We all need a Savior.
Saint John Paul II opened his first encyclical as Pope, Redemptor Hominis (The Redeemer of Man) with these words, "The Redeemer of man, Jesus Christ, is the center of the universe and of history. To Him go my thoughts and my heart in this solemn moment of the world that the Church and the whole family of present-day humanity are now living.Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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89: The Fulfillment of All Desire!
Being Human is not easy. We are called to love and to walk with one another. We all need someone to help us carry our Cross. We all need a Savior.
Saint John Paul II opened his first encyclical as Pope, Redemptor Hominis (The Redeemer of Man) with these words, "The Redeemer of man, Jesus Christ, is the center of the universe and of history. To Him go my thoughts and my heart in this solemn moment of the world that the Church and the whole family of present-day humanity are now living.Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!! JPll Renewal Center email list
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88: Leapfrogging; "Living a Lie to Life in the Spirit"
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87: Creative Leapfrogging; "The Violence of Lies"
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86: From the Heart with Professor Janet Smith; True Love, Sex, Dating and More!
World Renown Moral Theologian Professor Janet Smith shares her heart and wisdom with the young and the young at heart!
Janet E. Smith recently retired from the Father McGivney Chair of Life Ethics at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, MI. She is the author of Humanae Vitae: A Generation Later and A Right to Privacy and more than two million copies of her talk, “Contraception: Why Not” have been distributed. Professor Smith served three terms as a consulter to the Pontifical Council on the Family, and 8 years on the Anglican Roman Catholic International Commission III. In addition, she is the author of a regular column for the National Catholic Register and has appeared on Geraldo, Fox Morning News, CNN International, CNN Newsroom and EWTN among others.
Professor Janet Smith's Website
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85: The Last Seven Words of Jesus Christ
--Father, forgive them, for they know not what they are doing
--Today you will be with me in Paradise
--Woman, behold your Son...behold your mother
--My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
--I thirst
--It is finished
--Father, into your hands I commend my spirit
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84: Elon Musk searches for love; Man and Woman He Created Them
Join us on Retreat! A "Sign of Contradiction" comes from a series of spiritual exercises that Saint John Paul ll presented to Pope Paul VI, the papal household, and many Cardinals and Bishops just a few years before he went on to become Pope himself!
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83: A Poetry Pep Talk from the "Coach"...that could change your life!
Then it hit me! The night before I had read John Paul ll's Poem "Man of Will" and it changed my outlook on everything!
Man of the Will; "The Place Within" the poetry of Pope John Paul ll
*Colorless moment of will yet heavy as piston's drive.
or sharp as a whip,
a moment that, on the whole,
encroaches on nobody--
or only on me.
It doesn't ripen like fruit, out of feeling,
or emerge from thought,
it just shortens the road.
When it comes I must lift it up
and this I do, on the whole.
No place for heart and thought,
only the moment exploding
in me, the cross.*Also: Saint Catherine of Siena, Mystic of fire, Preacher of Freedom, by Paul Murray, OP
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82: Sign of Contradiction: God of the Covenant, God is Love
Join us on Retreat! A "Sign of Contradiction" comes from a series of spiritual exercises that Saint John Paul ll presented to Pope Paul VI, the papal household, and many Cardinals and Bishops just a few years before he went on to become Pope himself!
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81: Making Sense of the Transgender Craze, with special guest Susan Selner-Wright PhD
Jack and special guest Susan Selner-Wright discuss the Transgender Craze that is especially targeting adolescent girls.
Susan Selner-Wright, PhD, holds the Archbishop Chaput Chair in Philosophy at Saint John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver, Colorado. Her specialty is the metaphysical thought of St. Thomas Aquinas. She is the author of the Endow study guides, St. Thomas for Beginners I and II as well as a number of articles in professional journals. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame (BA, PLS, 1983) and the Catholic University of America (MA, Philosophy, 1986; PhD, Philosophy, 1992), she has been teaching philosophy to undergraduates and seminarians since 1986. She is one of the founders of the Ethics and Public Policy Center’s Person and Identity Project, which brings Catholic teaching to bear on issues of sexual identity and gender ideology.
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80: Sign of Contradiction: God of the Covenant, Be filled with Divine Life and Love
Join us on Retreat! A "Sign of Contradiction" comes from a series of spiritual exercises that Saint John Paul ll presented to Pope Paul VI, the papal household, and many Cardinals and Bishops just a few years before he went on to become Pope himself!
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79: Sign of Contradiction: God of Infinite Majesty
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78: Sign of Contradiction: Beware of Hate Studies
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77: Sign of Contradiction: and He led them up a high mountain by themselves
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76: "Sign of Contradiction" Introductory Address
Join us on Retreat! A "Sign of Contradiction" comes from a series of spiritual exercises that Saint John Paul ll presented to Pope Paul VI, the papal household, and many Cardinals and Bishops just a few years before he went on to become Pope himself!
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75: The Reality of "Spiritual Warfare" with Father Ryan Browning (#1)
A frank discussion on the reality of Satan, evil and the battle we find ourselves in.
This is a replay of part 1 of a six-part series that was previously aired. To listen to part two please see Episode #14, March 31, 2020.
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74: The Lenten Solution: You Are! And Knowing Your "Heart" is the Key
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73: The Lenten Solution: Why a "Holy Hour"? What about Fasting?
USCCB Lectio Divina Explained
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Gerald May recommendation: "Addiction and Grace"
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72: The Lenten Solution: Holy Priests, Holy Families
USCCB Lectio Divina Explained
Bishop Sheen Recommendation: "Your Life is Worth Living"
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71: The Great Reset: A Message to Young People, The future is in your hearts and hands
Young Men and Women consider these questions, "What am I looking for?" "Do I seek the true, good and beautiful in my life?"
Young People, “The future is in your hearts and in your hands...The question about the value of life, about the meaning of life, forms part of the singular treasure of youth. Still more so, when youth is tested by personal suffering, or is profoundly aware of the suffering of others; when it comes face to face with the mystery of sin, of human iniquity. Christ’s reply is this: ‘Only God is good; only God is love.’”—Saint John Paul ll
USCCB Lectio Divina Explained
Bishop Sheen Recommendation: "Communism and the Conscience of the West"
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70: The Great Reset: When Blindness sets in AND Scripture Restores the Light!
Feeling emotionally and physically drained and a perhaps a bit frustrated? Turn to Scripture for encouragement, rest and light.
USCCB Lectio Divina Explained
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69: The Great Reset: The Gospel of Life -- Clears Up Any Confusion
Jack responds to an email from a conflicted Catholic Voter and our Shepherds knack for leading from behind.
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68: The Great Reset; "What Do You Seek"? (John 1:38)
A Spiritual Mini-Retreat with Saint John Paul ll! "An opportunity to examine ourselves under the aspect of absolute importance".
John 1:35-42; 16:33
Romans 8:38-39
CCC # 2563...the Heart
CCC #27...Desire
Dr Gerald May, "Addiction and Grace"
John Eldredge "All Things New"
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67: The Great Reset "Eyewitness Account of the Events in DC"
There were more to the events in DC on January 6th than you will find on main stream media. Jack relates his personal experience and observations.
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66: The Great Global Reset 2021: "Behold, I Make All Things New"
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Books:
The Devil and Karl Marx, by Paul Kengor
Saint Catherine of Siena, Mystic of Fire, Preacher of Freedom, by Fr Paul Murray
Podcasts:
Dennis Prager
Prager U...a must!
The Jason Jones Show
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65: Jack and Dan Lynch, lawyer, judge and prolific author discuss his new book "Medjugorje's Ten Secrets: How to Prepare" and much more!
Dan Lynch was a lawyer and a judge who is the founder of Dan Lynch Apostolates since 1991 which promote devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, Jesus King of All Nations, Our Lady of America and St. Pope John Paul II. He is the author of many books including his latest release: Medjugorje’s Ten Secrets: How to Prepare
Dan is the father of 9 children, 27 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Visit his website.
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64: Merry Christmas! A Special Holiday Episode
From all of us to all of you... Merry Christmas!!
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63 Exploring the "Feminine Genius" with Chloe Langr, Author and host of "Letters to Women"
*Chloe Langr is a Catholic author, wife, and mom living in the heart of the Midwest. She hosts "Letters to Women," a podcast that explores the feminine genius, and is the author of "Created for Love: Reflections for the Catholic Bride-to-Be, published by Our Sunday Visitor in 2019. She is also the author of the forthcoming book, "Letters to Women: Embracing the Feminine Genius in Everyday Life," out in Spring 2021 from TAN books.
Links for Chloe:*
- The Letters to Women podcast
- My blog, Old Fashioned Girl
- My first book, "Created for Love: Reflections for the Catholic Bride to Be"
- An email list so that listeners can be the first to know about updates for the new Letters to Women book
- "A Letter to the Woman Feeling Overwhelmed by Home Decorating" featuring Amanda Weeder, one of the episodes I mentioned!
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62: No time for Wimps! Socialism, Relativism, Trans, Covid-19
A political system in Washington that is not transparent. They grow and gain power by withholding information and then spoon feeding us what they want us to know. They are then indispensable.
You see this at the state levels now. Redundant agencies on top of agencies like in Illinois that are literally wasting so much money and so many promises made for votes...
Then along comes Trump who doesn’t have a stake in all of this deeply imbedded power and people get angry and begin to panic.
Foreign policy crowd is all about war and control...whole system that protects the US Government push to have our soldiers all over the world and a lot of money is made.
Trump comes in and attacks all the wars and the failures...he critiqued it all and said why? Let’s look at how things have been done. And everyone attacked him.
Socialism! Government grows and grows, and we allow it. It takes a larger and larger slice of our work; our freedoms and we allow it. Today its Socialism/Communism...the Dictatorship of Relativism...follow the trail all the way through and we find family dysfunction.
Covid-19 came from China...we know that...it is an evil that grows like a cancer...look at the supply chain problems we had with PPE, Pharmaceuticals...Trump saw this and challenged us to make things at home! China Stole our technology for decades...then created a virus...
Yet so many US citizens don’t care...lacking a moral compass themselves, it’s all about their little life...no objective truth that translates into no meaning or purpose for their life...just grab whatever you can.
Famous preambles!! We need to know this! Teach this!
The preamble to the Declaration of Independence begins with the famous sentence: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”
The U.S. Constitution begins with “We the people of the United States of America,” which is notable because it shows that the Constitution is “of the people, for the people, and by the people of the United States.” At the time it was written, the idea of a government “for the people” was novel.
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61: Imago Dei Conclusion! "God Wants to Marry Us"A unique opportunity to experience an Advent Retreat based on reflections shared by Saint John Paul ll.
Today is the Conclusion of our Advent Retreat! And we find something that may astonish us. The journey of the human heart ends in a wedding! That was the whole reason that we were created!
We began this Retreat with the problem of sin in Episode 1: #51: Imago Dei, "The Enemy Is At Your Door". In Episode 2, we got in touch with our hearts, our inner person and moving beyond things of only relative importance and sought to examine ourselves under the aspects of absolute importance: #54: Imago Dei, "The inner life of 'Absolute importance'".In Episode 3, we moved into the larger story of Absolute Importance: #55 Imago Dei, "The Solution for Evil, Sin and Death". In Episode 4 we got to the heart of the story that we find ourselves in: #56 Imago Dei, "What Is Love?" Sharing Love in Truth and the Truth in Love. In Episode 5 we got into the nitty gritty practical side of love. #58: Eros, Agape, Desire...and I experienced it all in second grade!
Along the way we rediscover "the image of God within" and answer the big questions that our whole culture and the world seem to be so confused about today. Who am I? What's my purpose? Why are we created male and female? How do I find happiness? How do I find love that satisfies?
For more information see "The Sacred Romance" or "Letter to Families", two series that we recored earlier.
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60: An Adventure in Faith...a day in the life of Chris and Linda Padgett!
High School Sweethearts Chris and Linda Padgett have lived an extraordinary journey of faith. Parents of nine children, full time missionaries, and for the past five years have worked to turn their small farm into a self-sustaining enterprise.
Converts to Catholicism Chris went on to receive his Masters in Theology from Franciscan University and has begun his doctoral work at the International Marian Research Institute in Dayton, Ohio.
Chris asked that we all check out their YouTube channel, "Happy Place Homestead" to experience life on the farm!!
Email Chris: chris@chrispadgett.com
Website: chrispadgett.com
Twitter: chrismpadgett
Facebook public page is www.Facebook.com/chrispadgettfriend
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59: "The Great Reset, A Global Power struggle, Government lock-downs and Covid-19 are causing anxiety and fear" with special guest David Brindle
What are we to do? First try to understand the big picture. This is a Cosmic Battle and Sister Lucia of Fatima told us it was coming with her prophecy. She wrote, "The final battle between the Lord and the reign of Satan will be about marriage and the family".
We are far from defenseless! Jack and David discuss the Rosary and many of the promises made by our Blessed Mother to those who act on her requests.
Also see podcasts:
#53 The Weapon that never fails...The Rosary with David Brindle
56: The Suspension of Mass, Voter Fraud, Weak Shepards and the Rosary with David Brindle
Fifteen promises of Our Lady Resources:
https://www.americaneedsfatima.org/The-Holy-Rosary/expelled-by-the-rosary.html
http://themostholyrosary.com/15promises.htm
David Brindle is a Catholic web developer. Born in Tulsa, OK in 1976, he has spent his life studying the faith and working to pass it on to others. He lives with his wife of 20 years and his 7 children in central Kentucky.
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58: Eros, Agape, Desire...and I experienced it all in second grade!
I've been studying, teaching and speaking on Pope John Paul ll's Theology of the Body for 13 years and as dense as this body of work can seem at times it recently dawned on me that its not that difficult to understand...in fact I already knew most of it in second grade!
A unique opportunity to experience an Advent Retreat based on reflections shared by Saint John Paul ll.
We began this Retreat with the problem of sin in Episode 1: #51: Imago Dei, "The Enemy Is At Your Door". In Episode 2, we got in touch with our hearts, our inner person and moving beyond things of only relative importance and sought to examine ourselves under the aspects of absolute importance: #54: Imago Dei, "The inner life of 'Absolute importance'".In Episode 3, we moved into the larger story of Absolute Importance: #55 Imago Dei, "The Solution for Evil, Sin and Death". In Episode 4 we got to the heart of the story that we find ourselves in: #56 Imago Dei, "What Is Love?" Sharing Love in Truth and the Truth in Love.In todays Episode we get into the nitty gritty practical side of love. #58: Eros, Agape, Desire...and I experienced it all in second grade!
Along the way we rediscover "the image of God within" and answer the big questions that our whole culture and the world seem to be so confused about today. Who am I? What's my purpose? Why are we created male and female? How do I find happiness? How do I find love that satisfies?
For more information see "The Sacred Romance" or "Letter to Families" two series that we recored earlier.
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57: Imago Dei, "What Is Love?" Sharing Love in Truth and the Truth in Love, Episode 4
St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) said, “Do not accept anything as truth that lacks love and do not accept anything as love that lacks truth. One without the other is a destructive lie.”
A unique opportunity to experience an Advent Retreat based on reflections shared by Saint John Paul ll during spiritual retreats that he presented as both a Bishop and Cardinal, prior to becoming Pope.
We began this Retreat with the problem of sin in Episode 1: #51: Imago Dei, "The Enemy Is At Your Door". In Episode 2, we got in touch with our hearts, our inner person and moving beyond things of only relative importance and sought to examine ourselves under the aspects of absolute importance: #54: Imago Dei, "The inner life of 'Absolute importance'".In Episode 3, we moved into the larger story of Absolute Importance: #55 Imago Dei, "The Solution for Evil, Sin and Death".In Episode 4 we get to the heart of the story that we find ourselves in: #56 Imago Dei, "What Is Love?" Sharing Love in Truth and the Truth in Love,
Along the way we rediscover "the image of God within" and answer the big questions that our whole culture and the world seem to be so confused about today. Who am I? What's my purpose? Why are we created male and female? How do I find happiness? How do I find love that satisfies?
For more information see "The Sacred Romance" or "Letter to Families" two series that we recorded earlier.
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56: The Suspension of Mass, Voter Fraud, Weak Shepherds and the Rosary with David Brindle
Resources:
https://www.americaneedsfatima.org/The-Holy-Rosary/expelled-by-the-rosary.html
http://themostholyrosary.com/15promises.htm
Everylegalvote.com
David Brindle is a Catholic web developer. Born in Tulsa, OK in 1976, he has spent his life studying the faith and working to pass it on to others. He lives with his wife of 20 years and his 7 children in central Kentucky.
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55: Imago Dei, "The Solution for Evil, Sin and Death"
A unique opportunity to experience an Advent Retreat based on reflections shared by Saint John Paul ll during spiritual retreats that he presented as both a Bishop and Cardinal, prior to becoming Pope.
We began this Retreat with the problem of sin in Episode 1: #51: Imago Dei, "The Enemy Is At Your Door". In Episode 2, we got in touch with our hearts, our inner person and moving beyond things of only relative importance and sought to examine ourselves under the aspects of absolute importance: #54: Imago Dei, "The inner life of 'Absolute importance'".In Episode 3, we now move into the larger story of Absolute Importance: #55 Imago Dei, "The Solution for Evil, Sin and Death".
Along the way we rediscover "the image of God within" and answer the big questions that our whole culture and the world seem to be so confused about today. Who am I? What's my purpose? Why are we created male and female? How do I find happiness? How do I find love that satisfies?
References:
Catechism of the Catholic Church #221
Padre Pio's Words of Hope, edited by Eileen Dunn Bertanzetti
Theology of the Body Rosary Meditations, by Debbie Staresinic
For more information on Bill W and Carl Jung see our podcast series "BWYR (Become Who You Are) in twelve simple steps. A journey of faith!!
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#54: "Imago Dei" The inner life of 'Absolute importance'
A unique opportunity to experience an Advent Retreat based on reflections shared by Saint John Paul ll during spiritual retreats that he presented as both a Bishop and Cardinal, prior to becoming Pope.
"We come here to recollect and move beyond the everyday noise and activities that hold only relative or functional importance. To connect to the inner self that has its own absolute importance."
We began this Retreat #51: Imago Dei, "The Enemy Is At Your Door" plus Bishop Vigano's open letter to the President on November 1st. This is episode #2.
Along the way we rediscover "the image of God within" and answer the big questions that our whole culture and the world seem to be so confused about today. Who am I? What's my purpose? Why are we created male and female? How do I find happiness? How do I find love that satisfies?
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53 The Weapon that never fails...The Rosary with David Brindle
The Rosary is the Weapon
1) The dangers that face us: wars, revolution, communism, heresy, apostasy, etc.
2) The issues we face are beyond politics. Humanly speaking, there is no solution.
3) The solution is the full Rosary
4) Our Lady of Fatima
5) Examples of the power of the Rosary from history:
a) The Albigensian heresy
b) The Battle of Lapanto
c) Soviet Occupation of Austria
6) Fifteen promises of Our Lady
Resources:
https://www.americaneedsfatima.org/The-Holy-Rosary/expelled-by-the-rosary.html
http://themostholyrosary.com/15promises.htm
David Brindle is a Catholic web developer. Born in Tulsa, OK in 1976, he has spent his life studying the faith and working to pass it on to others. He lives with his wife of 20 years and his 7 children in central Kentucky.
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52 Letter to President Donald Trump from Archbishop Carlos Maria Vigano
Jeff Galush, President of the John Paul ll Renewal Center joins Jack to discuss Archbishop Vigano's letter to the President.
..."this historical moment sees the forces of Evil aligned in a battle without quarter against the forces of Good...daily we sense the attacks multiplying of those who want to destroy the very basis of society: the natural family, respect for human life, love of country, freedom of education and business..."---Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano
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51 Imago Dei, "The Enemy Is At Your Door" plus Bishop Vigano's open letter to the President
We are in a war in this country that will surprise a lot of young people and many who are not so young, who should know better.
Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano's open letter to the President of the United States of America, Donald Trump.
Books referenced:
"The Devil and Karl Marx", by Paul Kengor
"The Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley
"1984 and the Animal Farm" by George Orwell
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50 Getting Real with Dawn Hausmann, Consecrated Virgin, on finding true love in her life.
Dawn Hausmann is the Director of Consecrated Vocations, Coordinator of Young Adult Ministry, and Delegate of Consecrated Life for the Lansing Diocese. She has been serving the Diocese of Lansing since 2011. She has a degree in Social Work from MSU and a Master in Theology from the Pontifical John Paul Institute for the Studies of Marriage and Family in Washington D.C. She has a passion for spreading John Paul II's Theology of the Body and for helping people journey in vocational discernment. She herself has been on a journey of responding to the call of consecrated life, as she just became a Consecrated Virgin on November 16th 2019, on the Feast of St. Gertrude, consecrated by Bishop Boyea.
The Importance of understanding Pope John Paul ll's vision for Marriage and the Family
Foster and Fatherless Children
The Body expresses the person, it was created to express love. What you do with your body matters!
We were not meant to be alone--our life has meaning when it is given away as a sincere gift to others.
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049_"Our Lady of Fatima" Getting Real with Katherine Woltering
Covid-19 Is God purifying the Church? "So, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold or hot, I will spew you out of my mouth." (Rev 3:16)
Our Ladies requests
The two greatest sins that cause our Blessed Mother to Weep
Praying the "Rosary as mental prayer"
The Fatima.org This website has A LOT of information. Even I find it overwhelming. Therefore, I would direct your listeners to start with these two links:
https://fatima.org/about/fatima-the-message/
https://fatima.org/what-can-i-do/our-lady/
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048_"The Current Attack On Religious Freedom" Getting Real with Father Michael Orsi
Father Michael Orsi is currently the host of Christian Network's "Action for Life TV". He has authored or co-authored four books. He holds a Doctorate in Education from Fordham University, two Masters degrees in Theology from Saint Charles Seminary, and a Bachelor of Arts from Cathedral College.
Recommended Books by Paul Kengor:
The Devil and Karl Marx
Takedown, how the left has sabotaged Family and Marriage
The Divine Plan, John Paul ll and Ronald Reagan
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47_BWYR in twelve simple steps, "A Spiritual Awakening"--CONCLUSION, Final Episode 14
“Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.” (Step 12 of the twelve steps)
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Saint Basil wrote, “Through the Holy Spirit we are restored to paradise, led back to the kingdom of heaven, and adopted as children, given confidence to call God “Father” and to share in Christ’s grace, called children of the light and given a share in eternal glory.”
(CCC 733) ”God is Love” and love is His first gift, (The HS is the love between the Father and the Son) containing all others! God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.
(CCC 734) Because we are dead or at least wounded through sin, the first effect of the gift of love is the forgiveness of our sins. The communion of the Holy Spirit in the Church restores to the baptized the divine likeness lost through sin.
(CCC 735) He, then, gives us the “Pledge” or “First Fruits” of our inheritance: the very life of the Holy Trinity, which is to love as “God has loved us.” This love (the Charity of 1 Cor 13) is the source of new life in Christ, made possible because we have received “power” from the Holy Spirit.
(CCC 736) By this power of the Spirit, God’s children can bear much fruit. He who has grafted us onto the true vine will make us bear “the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.” “We live by the Spirit”; the more we renounce ourselves, the more we “walk by the Spirit.”
Resources Cited:
Recovery, Russell Brand
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Gaudium et Spes
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046_BWYR in twelve simple steps, "A Spiritual Awakening" Final Chapter 12! (Episode 13)
This is the twelfth and Final Chapter!!
“Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.” (Step 12 of the twelve steps)
But Jesus answered them, “You are wrong, because you know neither the Scriptures not the power of God. He is not God of the Dead but of the Living” (Matt 22:29,32)
“What we have heard and known for ourselves must not be withheld from our descendants, but be handed on by us to the next generation.” (Psalm 78:3-4)
“What was given to you freely, you must give away freely.” (Matt 10:8)
John 20:19 Jesus Breaths on them and they receive the Holy Spirit! We are offered A new beginning, a new creation IF we so choose!
Resources Cited:
Breathing Underwater by Father Richard Rohr
Fill These Hearts by Christopher West
TOB Explained, by Christopher West
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045_BWYR in twelve simple steps, "Prayer", (Chapter #11, Episode 12) with Father Ryan Browning
"Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for the knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out." (step 11 of the twelve steps)
"Prayer is an inspiration of the heart, it is a simple glance directed toward heaven, it is a cry of gratitude and love in the midst of trial as well as joy; finally, it is something great, supernatural, which expands my soul and unites me to Jesus."--St. Therese of Lisieux
"Here we ask God for inspiration, an intuitive thought or a decision. We relax and take it easy. We don't struggle. We are often surprised how the right answers come after we have tried this for a while. What used to be a hunch, or the occasional inspiration gradually becomes a working part of the mind."--The Big Book of A.A. on prayer.
Here is a link: to Father Brownings "Prayer Warriors" teaching on prayer:
Link to Jack's Morning Meditations
Lectio Divina Explained
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044_"Getting Real with Joey Martineck", the infinite desires of the heart! A Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast
"Getting Real" is a Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast where we meet people whose lives have been changed by Saint John Paul ll's "Theology of the Body".
In today's episode, Joey Martineck gets real about his search for love, meaning and purpose. You won't want to miss it!
Joey Martineck is the Director of Respect Life Ministry for the Archdiocese of Atlanta. For several years, he received formation as a seminarian at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans. He now studies at the Theology of the Body Institute. Joey is the libretto writer of GARDEN the musical, co-author of the book GARDEN Meditations, and has spoken to thousands on John Paul II’s vision of the human person.
Here’s the link for GARDEN:https://www.dumboxministries.com/garden.html
Fill These Hearts (the book referenced):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRCV2jAapAY
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043_"Getting Real" with Jeff Galush; "Socialism's attack on the Dignity of the Person"
"Getting Real" is a Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast where we interview people whose lives have been changed by Saint John Paul ll's Theology of the Body.
In today's Episode, we veer from our usual format to discuss Socialism and its attack on the dignity of the person.
This is a topic that was close to the heart of Saint John Paul ll who said, "...the fundamental error of socialism is anthropological in nature. Socialism considers the individual person simply as an element, a molecule within the social organism, so that the good of the individual is completely subordinated to the functioning of the socio-economic mechanism."
Reference cited:
Saving The Family during Revolutionary Times, by Deacon Bob Ellis
Takedown, written by Paul Kengor, Ph.D.
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042_BWYR in twelve simple steps, Dan M discusses step 10! (Chapter 10, Episode 11)
Dan M joins Jack to discuss Step 10 of the twelve steps and shares aspects of his remarkable journey and the miracles of everyday life when you live in the Spirit!
“Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it.” (Step 10 of the twelve steps)
“We know that the law is spiritual (true, good and beautiful); but I am carnal (flesh), sold under sin. I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate...So then it is no longer I who do it, but sin which dwells within me. (Rom 7:14-17)
“If the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Jesus from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also through His Spirit who dwells in you.” (Romans 8:11)
Quotes from the Big Book:
We vigorously commenced this way of living as we cleaned up the past. We have entered the world of the Spirit. Our next function is to grow in understanding and effectiveness. This is not an overnight matter. It should continue for our lifetime.
Every day is a day when we must carry the vision of God’s will into all of our activities. “How can I best serve Thee–Thy will (not mine) be done.”
These are thoughts which must go with us constantly. We can exercise our will power along this line all we wish. It is the proper use of the will. Much has already been said about receiving strength, inspiration, and direction from Him who has all knowledge and power. If we have carefully followed directions, we have begun to sense the flow of His Spirit into us.
To some extent we have become God-conscious. We have begun to develop this vital sixth sense. But we must go further and that means more action.
Please see previous Show Notes for information on daily practices.
Link to Jack's Morning Meditations
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041_Getting Real with Monsignor Brian Bransfield, A Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast
"Getting Real" is a Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast where we meet people whose lives have been changed by Saint John Paul ll's "Theology of the Body".
In today's episode, Monsignor Bransfield discusses his book: The Human Person: According to John Paul II
Monsignor Brian Bransfield is a priest of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, ordained in 1994. He serves as the General Secretary of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington, D.C. Prior to his service at the USCCB, Msgr. Bransfield served as a Professor of Moral Theology on the faculty of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia. He has also served in parish ministry, and as a high-school faculty member teaching freshman and senior theology. He is an adjunct Instructor at School of Canon Law at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. His articles have appeared in America Magazine, Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly and Catechetical Leader, a publication of the National Conference of Catechetical Leadership. He is the author of The Human Person: According to John Paul II (June 2010); Living the Beatitudes: A Journey to Life in Christ (Pauline, 2011); From Guilt to Gift: A Catholic Guide to Overcoming Internet Pornography (Paulist, 2013); Meeting Jesus Christ: Meditations on the Word (Pauline, 2013), and Life Everlasting: The Mystery and the Promise(Pauline, 2015). He is the co-author, with Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz, of Gift of Joy: The Blessing of the Child in the Womb (OSV, 2013).
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040_BWYR in twelve simple steps, "Evangelization and the Domestic Church" (Chapter #9, Episode 10)
"Faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead"(James 2:17)
"Make a direct amends to such people (we have harmed) whenever possible, except when to do so would injure them of others." (Step 9 of the twelve steps)
"Husbands love your wives, as Christ loved the Church and gave Himself up for her"
(Eph 5:25)
Answering the Toxic Culture’s attack on Marriage and the Family. Your home as the "Domestic Church."
Books cited:
Evangelizing Catholics, By Scott Hahn
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39: BWYR in twelve simple steps, "Evangelization; Avoid Majoring in the Minors!" (Episode 9, Chapter #8)
"Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all." (Step 8 of the twelve steps)
“If you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” (Matt 5:23-24)
"Become Who You Are in twelve simple steps. Rediscovering Abundance, meaning and purpose, in a world gone mad."
In this episode, Jack discusses getting your house and all of the loose ends in order now that your life has taken on a whole new meaning and purpose.
A frank talk on the full frontal attack on marriage and the family. Including Communism, the sexual revolution, contraception and the pain and suffering that ensues.
Your home as a "Domestic Church"
Books cited:
Eclipse of the Body, by Christopher West
Evangelizing Catholics, By Scott Hahn
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038_BWYR in Twelve Simple Steps, Chapter 7, Episode 8, "Humility and the Big Bang"
"Humbly ask Him to remove our shortcomings" (Step 7)
"Do nothing from selfishness or conceit, but in humility count others better than yourselves...Christ Jesus, who though He was in the form of God, humbled *Himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross." (Phil 2:3,5,8)
"Man cannot find himself except through a sincere gift of himself" (Gaudium et Specs, 24)*
"Become Who You Are in twelve simple steps. Rediscovering Abundance, meaning and purpose, in a world gone mad."
Books cited this Episode: "The Big Book of A.A."
"The Language of God", Dr Francis Collins
"Surprised by Joy", C.S. Lewis
"Recovery", Russell Brand
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Start each morning with prayer! Include the Lords Prayer and this meditation:
Meditation on the Lord's Prayer suggested in todays podcast: Our Daily Bread Link to Jack's Morning Meditations2. Take one day at a time. Give something up or take some action for just 24 hours and offer it for an intention that is on your heart. Every time you are tempted "open" your heart and the temptation itself to Jesus. You will discover the power in this simple offering and of uniting a little of your own suffering to His.3. Having received the gift of grace, now BECOME a sincere gift to someone today! Go out of your way to be kind to your spouse, children, neighbor...make a call to someone who could use a connection. BE that connection. -
Practice Lectio Divina: Simply start by reading the Gospel for the next day. Meditate on a word or phrase that strikes you. Pray. Listen. (Visit www.jp2renew.org under resources for more information. We recommend the "Magnificat" App or print subscription for daily Scripture and Meditations (English Edition).
4a. Begin to read the Psalms and the Old Testament, looking for words or phrases that touch your heart. -
Go to Confession and receive the Eucharist
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Ask a friend or more to accompany you on this journey of desire and encounter!
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Say the Rosary while driving, walking or unwinding! Here is a link to the book:
http://www.tobrosary.com
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
037_BWYR in twelve simple steps, "We are entirely ready for God" (Episode 7, Chapter #6)
God created man in His image, in the divine image He created him; male and female he created them (Gen 1:27)
God is love. God’s very being is love. By sending his only Son and the Spirit of Love in the fullness of time, God has revealed His innermost secret: God himself is and eternal exchange of love, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and he has destined us to share in that exchange (CCC #221)
We're entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character (Step 6 of the twelve steps)
"Become Who You Are in twelve simple steps. Rediscovering Abundance, meaning and purpose, in a world gone mad."
Books cited this Episode: The Big Book of A.A. and Fill these Hearts, C West.
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Start each morning with prayer! Include the Lords Prayer and this meditation:
Meditation on the Lord's Prayer suggested in todays podcast: Our Daily Bread Link to Jack's Morning Meditations2. Take one day at a time. Give something up or take some action for just 24 hours and offer it for an intention that is on your heart. Every time you are tempted "open" your heart and the temptation itself to Jesus. You will discover the power in this simple offering and of uniting a little of your own suffering to His.3. Having received the gift of grace, now BECOME a sincere gift to someone today! Go out of your way to be kind to your spouse, children, neighbor...make a call to someone who could use a connection. BE that connection. -
Practice Lectio Divina: Simply start by reading the Gospel for the next day. Meditate on a word or phrase that strikes you. Pray. Listen. (Visit www.jp2renew.org under resources for more information. We recommend the "Magnificat" App or print subscription for daily Scripture and Meditations (English Edition).
4a. Begin to read the Psalms and the Old Testament, looking for words or phrases that touch your heart. -
Go to Confession and receive the Eucharist
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Ask a friend or more to accompany you on this journey of desire and encounter!
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Say the Rosary while driving, walking or unwinding! Here is a link to the book:
http://www.tobrosary.com
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
036_"Getting Real With" Laura Strietmann, A Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast
"Getting Real" is a Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast where we meet people whose lives have been changed by Saint John Paul ll's "Theology of the Body".
Please visit the TOB Educators Page on Facebook!
Contact Laura: Ruah Press https://www.ruahwoodspress.com
Outrageous Mom https://outrageousmom.com
or email her at Lstrietmann@ruahwoods.org
Contact Jack: BWYR Podcast is a production of the John Paul ll Renewal Center or email him at info@jp2renew.org
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
035_BWYR in twelve simple steps, Admitted the exact nature of our wrongs, freedom from sin with Fr. Ryan Browning (Episode #6, Chapter 5)
Based on the book Jack is writing, "Become Who You Are in twelve simple steps. Rediscovering Abundance, meaning and purpose, in a world gone mad."
*Jesus breathed on them, and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven' if you retain the sins of any, they are retained." (John 20:22-23)
Admitted to God, ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs (Step 5 of the twelve steps).1. Start each morning with prayer! Include the Lords Prayer and this meditation:
Meditation on the Lord's Prayer suggested in todays podcast: Our Daily Bread Link to Jack's Morning Meditations2. Take one day at a time. Give something up or take some action for just 24 hours and offer it for an intention that is on your heart. Every time you are tempted "open" your heart and the temptation itself to Jesus. You will discover the power in this simple offering and of uniting a little of your own suffering to His.3. Having received the gift of grace, now BECOME a sincere gift to someone today*! Go out of your way to be kind to your spouse, children, neighbor...make a call to someone who could use a connection. BE that connection.
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Practice Lectio Divina: Simply start by reading the Gospel for the next day. Meditate on a word or phrase that strikes you. Pray. Listen. (Visit www.jp2renew.org under resources for more information. We recommend the "Magnificat" App or print subscription for daily Scripture and Meditations.
4a. Begin to read the Psalms and the Old Testament, looking for words or phrases that touch your heart. -
Go to Confession and receive the Eucharist
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Ask a friend or more to accompany you on this journey of desire and encounter!
You are now on the way to "Become Who You Are":)
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
034_BWYR in twelve simple steps, "Make a Fearless Moral Inventory" (Episode #5, Chapter 4)
Become Who You Are in twelve simple steps. Rediscovering Abundance, meaning and purpose, in a world gone mad.
Jesus said in the Sermon on the Mount, "You have heard it said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' But I say to you: Whoever looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart" (Matt 5:27-28).
"Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves" (Step 4 of the twelve steps)
Jack shares sections of the book he is writing. Combining the practical proven twelve steps of A.A. with Saint John Paul ll's TOB. A one-two punch that if put into practice will make a dramatic, immediate and positive impact on your life.
Email us at jp2renew.org or visit our website www.jp2renew.org
References cited:
Catechism of the Catholic Church #2562-2564
Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, Step 4
Fill These Hearts, Christoper West
Journey of Desire, John Eldredge
The Weight of Glory, C.S. Lewis
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Start each morning with prayer! Include the Lords Prayer and this meditation:
Meditation on the Lord's Prayer suggested in todays podcast: Our Daily Bread
(See Show Notes in Episode #33 for Meditation)2. Take one day at a time. Give something up or take some action for just 24 hours and offer it for an intention that is on your heart. Every time you are tempted "open" your heart and the temptation itself to Jesus. You will discover the power in this simple offering and of uniting a little of your own suffering to His.3. Having received the gift of grace, now BECOME a sincere gift to someone today! Go out of your way to be kind to your spouse, children, neighbor...make a call to someone who could use a connection. BE that connection. -
Practice Lectio Divina: Simply start by reading the Gospel for the next day. Meditate on a word or phrase that strikes you. Pray. Listen. (Visit www.jp2renew.org under resources for more information. We recommend the "Magnificat" App or print subscription for daily Scripture and Meditations.
4a. Begin to read the Psalms and the Old Testament, looking for words or phrases that touch your heart. -
Go to Confession and receive the Eucharist
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Ask a friend or more to accompany you on this journey of desire and encounter!
You are now on the way to "Become Who You Are":)
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
033_BWYR in twelve simple steps (Episode #4, Chapter 3) "Thy Will Be Done"
Jesus said to His disciples, "your Father knows what you need before you ask Him. Pray like this. Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed by thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven..."(Matt: 6:8-10)
Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God, as we understand Him. (Step 3 of the twelve steps)
Jack shares sections of the book he is writing. Combining the practical proven twelve steps of A.A. with Saint John Paul ll's TOB. A one-two punch that if put into practice will make a dramatic, immediate and positive impact on your life.
Email us at jp2renew.org or visit our website www.jp2renew.org
- Start each morning with prayer! Include the Lords Prayer and this meditation:
Meditation on the Lord's Prayer suggested in todays podcast: Our Daily Bread
Give us this day our daily bread. This petition comes from a sense of dependence upon our Father. A child needs his daily sustenance in order to grow. In this world we need strength, fortitude, perseverance, all sorts of things both material and spiritual. And so we ask our Father for what is necessary for every moment of natural life and, still more, supernatural life. This is a willing dependence, not a grudging acceptance of a fact that we know is true….
And so we have confidence in our Father. This childlike trust is another characteristic of a true disciple of the Only Begotten Son, who is growing into his likeness. It rests on faith and hope and love and does not depend on natural motives at all. The child of God has that attitude which leads him to insist that even if he could live without his Father’s help, he would still prefer to be dependent on him for everything, as in truth he is. So he is both truthful in acknowledging his own helplessness and eager to accept that condition.
According to the teaching of our Master, we must keep our eyes on this day, not looking too much into the future with its possible problems, dangers, and needs. We know that our Father will continue to care for us after this day, and we ask with confidence, as a child does its human father, knowing that he can and will supply all our needs. Thus we shall learn to resist the temptation to be agitated about the future, we shall live for this day, and in no better way could we express our implicit trust in our Father.
Father Bonaventure Perquin, o.p.
Father Perquin († 1970) was a Dominican priest, theologian, and spiritual writer. [From Abba, Father. © 2001, Scepter Publishers, Inc., Strongsville, Ohio. www.scepterpublishers.org. Used with permission.]
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Take one day at a time. Give something up for just 24 hours and offer it for an intention that is on your heart. Every time you are tempted "open" your heart and the temptation itself to Jesus. You will discover the power in this simple offering and of uniting a little of your own suffering to His.3. Having received the gift of grace, now BECOME a sincere gift to someone today! Go out of your way to be kind to your spouse, children, neighbor...make a call to someone who could use a connection. BE that connection.
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Practice Lectio Divina: Simply start by reading the Gospel for the next day. Meditate on a word or phrase that strikes you. Pray. Listen. (Visit www.jp2renew.org under resources for more information. We recommend the "Magnificat" App or print subscription for daily Scripture and Meditations.
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Go to Confession and receive the Eucharist
You are now on the way to "Become Who You Are":)
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
032_BWYR in twelve simple steps (Chapter Two, Episode #3) "We have come to believe"Become Who You Are in twelve simple steps. Rediscovering Abundance, meaning and purpose, in a world gone mad.
"God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.
We have cometo know and to believein the love God has for us." (I John 4:16)
Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. (Step 2 of the twelve steps)
What do you believe? In anything? In everything?
Email us at jp2renew.org or visit our website www.jp2renew.org
- Start each morning with prayer! Include the Lords Prayer and this meditation:
Meditation on the Lord's Prayer suggested in todays podcast: Our Daily Bread
Give us this day our daily bread. This petition comes from a sense of dependence upon our Father. A child needs his daily sustenance in order to grow. In this world we need strength, fortitude, perseverance, all sorts of things both material and spiritual. And so we ask our Father for what is necessary for every moment of natural life and, still more, supernatural life. This is a willing dependence, not a grudging acceptance of a fact that we know is true….
And so we have confidence in our Father. This childlike trust is another characteristic of a true disciple of the Only Begotten Son, who is growing into his likeness. It rests on faith and hope and love and does not depend on natural motives at all. The child of God has that attitude which leads him to insist that even if he could live without his Father’s help, he would still prefer to be dependent on him for everything, as in truth he is. So he is both truthful in acknowledging his own helplessness and eager to accept that condition.
According to the teaching of our Master, we must keep our eyes on this day, not looking too much into the future with its possible problems, dangers, and needs. We know that our Father will continue to care for us after this day, and we ask with confidence, as a child does its human father, knowing that he can and will supply all our needs. Thus we shall learn to resist the temptation to be agitated about the future, we shall live for this day, and in no better way could we express our implicit trust in our Father.
--Father Perquin († 1970) was a Dominican priest, theologian, and spiritual writer. [From Abba, Father. © 2001, Scepter Publishers, Inc., Strongsville, Ohio. www.scepterpublishers.org. Used with permission.]
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Take one day at a time. Give something up for just 24 hours and offer it for an intention that is on your heart. Every time you are tempted "open" your heart and the temptation itself to Jesus. You will discover the power in this simple offering and of uniting a little of your own suffering to His.3. Having received the gift of grace, now BECOME a sincere gift to someone today! Go out of your way to be kind to your spouse, children, neighbor...make a call to someone who could use a connection. BE that connection.
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Practice Lectio Divina: Simply start by reading the Gospel for the next day. Meditate on a word or phrase that strikes you. Pray. Listen. (Visit www.jp2renew.org under resources for more information. We recommend the "Magnificat" App or print subscription for daily Scripture and Meditations.
You are now on the way to "Become Who You Are":)
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
031_"Getting Real" with Monique Van Berkel, A Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast
"Getting Real" is a Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast where we meet people whose lives have been changed by Saint John Paul ll's "Theology of the Body".
Please visit the TOB Educators Page on Facebook!
The link to the website and e-book are: https://catholicwomanceo.com/
“5 Steps to Finding You – The Woman You Are Meant to Be” is a workbook that helps women explore their hearts reflecting on their past, present, and future. Through this exploration women will be able to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of who they are and how they are to live their life in relationship with others and with God.
E: monique@CatholicWomanCEO.com or use the Contact US on the website.
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
030_Become Who You Are in twelve simple steps. Rediscovering Abundance, meaning and purpose, in a world gone mad.
(Chapter One, Episode #2) "We admitted we were powerless"We admitted we were powerless over our addictions--that our lives had become unmanageable (Step 1 of the twelve steps)
The Lord said, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Saint Paul answered, "I will all the more gladly boast of my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For when I am weak, then I am strong." (2 Cor 12:9-10)
Jack shares sections of the book he is writing. Combining the practical proven twelve steps of AA with Saint John Paul ll's TOB. A one-two punch that if put into practice will make a dramatic, immediate and positive impact on your life.
Email us at jp2renew.org or visit our website www.jp2renew.org
- Start each morning with prayer! Include the Lords Prayer and this meditation:
Meditation on the Lord's Prayer suggested in todays podcast: Our Daily Bread
Give us this day our daily bread. This petition comes from a sense of dependence upon our Father. A child needs his daily sustenance in order to grow. In this world we need strength, fortitude, perseverance, all sorts of things both material and spiritual. And so we ask our Father for what is necessary for every moment of natural life and, still more, supernatural life. This is a willing dependence, not a grudging acceptance of a fact that we know is true….
And so we have confidence in our Father. This childlike trust is another characteristic of a true disciple of the Only Begotten Son, who is growing into his likeness. It rests on faith and hope and love and does not depend on natural motives at all. The child of God has that attitude which leads him to insist that even if he could live without his Father’s help, he would still prefer to be dependent on him for everything, as in truth he is. So he is both truthful in acknowledging his own helplessness and eager to accept that condition.
According to the teaching of our Master, we must keep our eyes on this day, not looking too much into the future with its possible problems, dangers, and needs. We know that our Father will continue to care for us after this day, and we ask with confidence, as a child does its human father, knowing that he can and will supply all our needs. Thus we shall learn to resist the temptation to be agitated about the future, we shall live for this day, and in no better way could we express our implicit trust in our Father.
Father Bonaventure Perquin, o.p.
Father Perquin († 1970) was a Dominican priest, theologian, and spiritual writer. [From Abba, Father. © 2001, Scepter Publishers, Inc., Strongsville, Ohio. www.scepterpublishers.org. Used with permission.]
- Take one day at a time. Give something up for just 24 hours and offer it for an intention that is on your heart. Every time you are tempted "open" your heart and the temptation itself to Jesus. You will discover the power in this simple offering and of uniting a little of your own suffering to His. 3. Having received the gift of grace, now BECOME a sincere gift to someone today! Go out of your way to be kind to your spouse, children, neighbor...make a call to someone who could use a connection. BE that connection.
You are now on the way to "Become Who You Are":)
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
029_"Getting Real" with Kathleen Cory, A Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast
"Getting Real" is a Special Edition of the BWYR Podcast where we meet people whose lives have been changed by Saint John Paul ll's "Theology of the Body".
Today our special guest is Kathleen Cory from Rockwell Texas who shares a very special personal story.
Kathleen shares TOB with middle schoolers, teens and adults. For more information on Kathleen's Ministry or to contact her at:
kathleencory@sbcglobal.net
Visit her website: hungryheartstob.com
Facebook pages "Hungry Heart TOB" or "Theology of the Body Educators"
Email Jack: info@jp2renew.org or visit us at www.jp2renew.org
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
028_"Become Who You Are" in twelve simple steps (Introduction, Episode #1) rediscovering life in abundance, meaning, and purpose, in a world gone mad.
Mark Twain said, "the two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why".
Jack shares sections of the book he is writing. Combining the practical proven twelve steps of AA with Saint John Paul ll's TOB. A one-two punch that if put into practice will make a dramatic, immediate and positive impact on your life.
Quotes from CS Lewis, the Weight of Glory and Christopher West, Fill these hearts.
Contact us at info@jp2renew.org
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
027_Awe and Wonder in the Garden of Eden, with Mary Grace Pingoy (part 5)
Join Jack and Mary Grace as they have an honest, open, and refreshing conversation covering a multitude of topics, including:
Girls and boys are different, talking to children about their bodies.
Men, women and the meaning of love.
Why does the so-called modern culture demand that we sexualize friendships? How are we to understand love and attractions?
The opposite of love is not hate but using another person for your selfish pleasure.
Have questions or comments to be answered on the next show?
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026_Awe and Wonder in the Garden with Mary Grace Pingoy (part 4)
Mary Grace and Jack discuss the practical reality of "Connection"...the free choice she made to open the door of her heart to the heart of God. In turn the Father, who loves to surprise us, reveals His plan for her. This surprise in her words, "hit me like a ton of bricks".
It could have been different...if she was not willing to wait for God to reveal His gift to her. A woman has the power of giving her 'yes', her total sincere gift of self, to a man. How often in our culture does a woman give her yes before her time, only to be used and abused?
This is an important conversation that every young man and woman should hear. We hope you join us!
Have questions or comments to be answered on the next show?
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025_Awe and Wonder in the Garden of Eden, w Ray Pingoy (part 3)
It's a love story
Getting Real, a child's nightmare and Ray shares his story..."I wanted to know about love"
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024_Awe and Wonder in the Garden of Eden, w Ray Pingoy (part 2)
(John 3:16) For God so loved the world that He gave His only-begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.
· The story of Human Creation, our Story
· Book of Genesis 2 accounts: Genesis 1(zoomed out account) and Genesis 2 (zoomed in account)
· Poetic - Language of Love
· “We are dealing with a mythical language. In this case, in, fact, the term ‘myth’ does not refer to fictitious-fabulous content, but simply to an archaic way of expressing a deeper content.” (TOB 8:2)
The key is to understand the 3 Original Experiences:
· 1. Original Solitude - Alone with God. Man finds himself from the moment of his existence before God in search…of his own “identity.” (TOB 5:5)
· 2. Original Unity - We are made for Relationship. Our body reveals that we are created for relationship. We find fulfillment in giving of ourselves to another.
· Which brings us to GS 24: “Man…cannot fully find himself except through a sincere gift of himself.” (Gaudium et Spes: pastoral constitution on the Church in the Modern World - Pope Paul VI 12.7.65)
· 3. Original Nakedness - Naked without shame. “They were naked and felt no shame.” This simply means no barriers to communication. Inner and outer freedom. No desire to lust but to be a sincere total gift of self (love) to one another.
Have questions or comments to be answered on the next show?
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023_Awe and Wonder in the Garden of Eden with Guest Host Ray Pingoy
Theology of the Body - Become Who You Are Podcast
· Introduction
· Garden of Eden - Creation Story
· Book of Genesis 2 accounts: Genesis 1(zoomed out account) and Genesis 2 (zoomed in account)
· Poetic - Language of Love
· “We are dealing with a mythical language. In this case, in, fact, the term ‘myth’ does not refer to fictitious-fabulous content, but simply to an archaic way of expressing a deeper content.” (TOB 8:2)
· Original Solitude - Alone with God
· “It is not good for man to be alone”
· Man finds himself from the moment of his existence before God in search…of his own “identity.” (TOB 5:5)
· Our body reveals that we are created for relationship.
· Original Unity - Made for Relationship
· We find fulfillment in giving of ourselves to another.
· “…the sleep into which God causes the first man to fall emphasizes the exclusivity of God’s action in the work of the creation of the woman: the man had no conscious participation in it. God uses his “rib” only to stress the common nature of man and woman.” (JPII GA nov.7.1979)
· The first time Adam and Eve met: “This at last is bone of my bone and flesh of my flesh.”
· Which brings us to GS 24: “Man…cannot fully find himself except through a sincere gift of himself.” (Gaudium et Spes: pastoral constitution on the Church in the Modern World - Pope Paul VI 12.7.65)
· The joys and the hopes, the griefs and anxieties of the people of this age…especially those who are poor or in any way afflicted, these are the joys and hopes, griefs and anxieties of the followers of Christ.
· Original Nakedness - Naked without shame
· “They were naked and felt no shame.”
· This simply means no barriers to communication. Inner and outer freedom.
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022_Saint John Paul ll's "Letter to Families" with Father Christopher DiTomo (part 3 of 3)
Join Jack and Father DiTomo as they discuss the crisis in marriage and families along with the cure using Saint John Paul ll's "Letter to Families" as the foundation.
Have questions or comments to be answered on the next show?
Visit our Website info@jp2renew.org and click on contacts to email Jack
Books on praying the Rosary:
On a Mission to Love - Rosary Meditations for Children & Families
Theology of the Body - Rosary Meditations (for Adults)
Lectio Divina explained: USCCB Website
Becoming a Christ Centered Family... Tuesday Night at the Smith House
Remember to try practicing silence (10-30 seconds) before prayer. Powerful!
References sighted: Catechism of the Catholic Church #1615, Matt 19:3-8, Ephesians 5:25-32
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021_Letter to Families with Father Christopher DiTomo (part 2 of 3)
Join Jack and Father DiTomo as they discuss the crisis in marriage and families along with the cure using Saint John Paul ll's "Letter to Families" as the foundation.
Have questions or comments to be answered on the next show?
Visit our Website info@jp2renew.org and click on contacts to email Jack
Books on praying the Rosary:
On a Mission to Love - Rosary Meditations for Children & Families
Theology of the Body - Rosary Meditations (for Adults)
Lectio Divina explained: USCCB Website
Becoming a Christ Centered Family... Tuesday Night at the Smith House
Remember to try practicing silence (10-30 seconds) before prayer. Powerful!
References sighted: Catechism of the Catholic Church #1615, Matt 19:3-8, Ephesians 5:25-32
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
020_Saint John Paul ll's "Letter to Families" with Father Christopher DiTomo (part 1)
Join Jack and Father DiTomo as they discuss the crisis in marriage and families along with the cure using Saint John Paul ll's "Letter to Families" as the foundation.
Have questions or comments to be answered on the next show?
Visit our Website info@jp2renew.org and click on contacts to email Jack
Books on praying the Rosary:
On a Mission to Love - Rosary Meditations for Children & Families
Theology of the Body - Rosary Meditations (for Adults)
Lectio Divina explained: USCCB Website
Becoming a Christ Centered Family... Tuesday Night at the Smith House
Remember to try practicing silence (10-30 seconds) before prayer. Powerful!
References sighted: Catechism of the Catholic Church #1615, Matt 19:3-8, Ephesians 5:25-32
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
019_Young Catholic Woman's Perspective on life and love.
Jack and Trinity Veith, a college junior, have a lively discussion on dating, finding love and more in a post-Christian world.
You won't want to miss it.
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018 "Spiritual Warfare" With Father Ryan Browning Rules 12-14 (Final Episode 6 of 6)
The Final Episode in our series! You wont want to miss this. The final Rules are about getting to know how the enemy works and getting to know thyself!
A discussion of Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits based on the Rules of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. These rules help us to become aware of and understand the different movements of our soul so that we can begin to move away from spiritual anxiety and despair to the grace, healing and love that God desires for each of us.
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." -- John 14:27
Scripture: Psalms 51, 91 and 130 and Isaiah 43:1-7
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
14 Rules of St. Ignatius
JPII Renewal Center Website
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
017 "Spiritual Warfare" with Father Ryan Browning (part 5) Rules #8-11
A discussion of Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits based on the Rules of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. These rules help us to become aware of and understand the different movements of our soul so that we can begin to move away from spiritual anxiety and despair to the grace, healing and love that God desires for each of us.
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." -- John 14:27
Scripture: Psalms 51, 91 and 130 and Isaiah 43:1-7
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
14 Rules of St. Ignatius
JPII Renewal Center Website
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
016 Spiritual Warfare with Father Ryan Browning (part 4)
A discussion of Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits based on the Rules of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. These rules help us to become aware of and understand the different movements of our soul so that we can begin to move away from spiritual anxiety and despair to the grace, healing and love that God desires for each of us.
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." -- John 14:27
Scripture: Psalms 51, 91 and 130 and Isaiah 43:1-7
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
14 Rules of St. Ignatius
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015 Spiritual Warfare with Father Ryan Browning (part 3)
A discussion of Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits based on the Rules of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. These rules help us to become aware of and understand the different movements of our soul so that we can begin to move away from spiritual anxiety and despair to the grace, healing and love that God desires for each of us.
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." -- John 14:27
Scripture: Psalms 51, 91 and 130 and Isaiah 43:1-7
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
14 Rules of St. Ignatius
JPII Renewal Center Website
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
014 Spiritual Warfare with Father Ryan Browning (part 2)
A discussion of Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits based on the Rules of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. These rules help us to become aware of and understand the different movements of our soul so that we can begin to move away from spiritual anxiety and despair to the grace, healing and love that God desires for each of us.
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." -- John 14:27
Scripture: Psalms 51, 91 and 130 and Isaiah 43:1-7
Books:
"Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits" by Dan Burke (easy read)
"Discernment of Spirits" by Father Timothy Gallagher (in depth)
14 Rules of St. Ignatius
JPII Renewal Center Website
Support the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)
013_Rudy Poglitsh, an adventure to Swaziland, Alaska and beyond!
From Swaziland to Alaska and beyond is a story of adventure, battle and beauty. A story that began with a simple yet profound "Encounter" with God.
An encounter that is not only open to us...but one that every one of us is called to, invited to and created for!
"Made to Love" by Christian musician Toby Mac. Listen to Toby Mac's talking at the end, about Jesus meeting us where we are.
https://open.spotify.com/track/4Rb7Ko7vq6PdA51j15RwR0?si=MLlz8hLaTqmHNCzszONMjA
Romans 5:2 "Through Him we have obtained access to this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in our hope of sharing the glory of God"
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012 "The Sacred Romance"
"You have ravished my heart my sister, my bride, you have ravished my heart with one glance of your eyes" (Song of Songs 4:9)
God loves romance. He created it. Sunsets, flowers, music, a kiss...all His idea. God is a lover who calls you into eternal love. He pursues you to the ends of the earth seeking an intimacy with you that seems too good to be true. But that is exactly the Church's astounding claim and proposal to the world!
Source Books:
Man and Woman He Created them, a Theology of the Body, John Paul ll
Deus Caritas Est, "God is Love", Pope Benedict XVI
Fill These Hearts, Christopher West
Captivating, John and Stasi Eldredge
The Diary of Sister Faustina
Every Day Spirit, Mary Davis
The Weight of Glory, CS Lewis
Scripture:
John 10:10, John 15:5-6, John 6:51-59
Song of Songs 4:9
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011 "The Sacred Romance" (part 2 of 3)
"You have ravished my heart my sister, my bride, you have ravished my heart with one glance of your eyes" (Song of Songs 4:9)
God loves romance. He created it. Sunsets, flowers, music, a kiss...all His idea. God is a lover who calls you into eternal love. He pursues you to the ends of the earth seeking an intimacy with you that seems too good to be true. But that is exactly the Church's astounding claim and proposal to the world!
Source Books:
Man and Woman He Created them, a Theology of the Body, John Paul ll
Deus Caritas Est, "God is Love", Pope Benedict XVI
Fill These Hearts, Christopher West
I believe in Love, Fr. Jean D'Elbee, based on the teaching of St Therese of Lisieux
Other Sources:
Catechism of the Catholic Church #27 and #221
(John 20:17), (Mic 7:19), (John 21:15-17) (Eph 5:25-33)
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010: "The Sacred Romance" (1 of 3)
"You have ravished my heart my sister, my bride, you have ravished my heart with one glance of your eyes" (Song of Songs 4:9)
God loves romance. He created it. Sunsets, flowers, music, a kiss...all His idea. God is a lover who calls you into eternal love. He pursues you to the ends of the earth seeking an intimacy with you that seems too good to be true. But that is exactly the Church's astounding claim and proposal to the world!
Source Books:
Diary of Saint Faustina, #1806
Man and Woman He Created them, a Theology of the Body, John Paul ll
Deus Caritas Est, "God is Love", Pope Benedict XVI
Fill These Hearts, Christopher West
The Sacred Romance, Brent Curtis and John Eldredge
Captivating, John and Stasi Eldredge
I believe in Love, Fr. Jean D'Elbee, based on the teaching of St Therese of Lisieux
Other Sources:
Catechism of the Catholic Church #27 and #221
John 7:37, Rev 21:16, Luke 22:15, Luke 12:49
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008 Practical Purity Points for Parents features DJ Hueneman, Training and Development Director at Ruah Woods Press.
This lively and practical conversation addresses issues facing teens and steps parents can take to "Get the Conversation Started"!
1. Discover the influence parents have on their teens
2. Learn practical strategies to navigate "The Talk"
3. Hear the truth about God's plan for sexuality
RuahWoodsPress.com
Books Mentioned can be found on our website: jp2renew.org/resources
-DJ's book "Plunging Pornography", ages 13 and up (His website is Practicalpurity.com)
-"Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids", by Kristen Jenson
-"Wonderfully Made! Babies: A Catholic Perspective on How and Why God Makes Babies" (Ages 9 and up) by Ellen Giangiordano
-"Theology of the Body for Beginners" by Christopher West
-"Theology of the Body in One Hour" by Jason Evert
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007 I am excited to be joined by Father Christopher DiTomo who shares his story, "Surprised by God". I am forever grateful for the friendships I have been blessed to have with faithful, joyful priests and religious. Throughout my life, especially in my darkest moments, it was their trust in God's plan and their willingness to say yes that reminded me that God has a plan for all of us!
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006_"God, do you have a plan?" An Army Rangers Battle of the Heart (part 2). In the last Episode Mike, an Army Ranger struggling with pornography, and I discussed "what love is".
Today we are moving to higher ground to survey the larger story that we find ourselves in. Saint John Paul follows Jesus into the heart of God's Plan for Love and Marriage!
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005 What is love? The Heart is a Battlefield between Love and Lust (part 1) It’s another important topic. This episode highlights a meeting I had with Mike, an Army Ranger struggling with a pornography addiction that’s affecting his marriage.
In this episode we enter into what Saint JPll Called “the battlefield of the heart between love and lust"... we hope that you listen in. Thanks!
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004_From Golf Pro to Roman Catholic Priest Father Ryan Browning shares his journey. Along the way we discuss the power of silence, listening to your heart and learning to pray.
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Praying with Temptations
Two Prayers When Facing Temptations
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003 Saint John Paul ll said, "It is Jesus that you seek when nothing else you find satisfies you." Is he right? Saint Augustine said, "Our hearts are restless Lord until they rest in you." Is that true? The Catechism of the Catholic Church declares, "the desire for God is written in the human heart." Let's think about this. If what St. John Paul ll, St. Augustine and the Catechism say are right then what should we expect to find in a culture "disconnected" from its heart?
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Praying with Temptations
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002 Getting beneath the noise and chaos, finding our hearts, an encounter with an event.
Understanding the deepest desires of our heart is perhaps the most profound discovery we can make. The AHA moment that happens when one realizes that Christianity is not primarily about gathering information, or learning dogma's or memorizing doctrine. To realize that at its core, Christianity is a love story. A love story that is so near to us that it is inscribed in our hearts, stamped in our bodies and is contained in our very DNA!!
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Praying with Temptations
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001. Understanding the deepest desires of our heart is perhaps the most profound discovery we can make. The AHA moment that happens when one realizes that Christianity is not primarily about gathering information, or learning dogma's or memorizing doctrine. To realize that at its core, Christianity is a love story. A love story that is so near to us that it is inscribed in our hearts, stamped in our bodies and is contained in our very DNA!!
JP Renewal Center Website
Praying with Temptations
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