Conversations From Saint Olaf Catholic school: Recent Episodes

Simon McFall

Conversations of faith, education, and life.

View Details

Inspired by HOMILY OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS St Peter’s Basilica Sunday, 1st January 2023.

--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

I recently spoke with Gary Green, principal of Saint Vincent De Paul Catholic Parish School in Utah. Green has dedicated his life to teaching students about the importance of cultural and environmental awareness. We discussed the importance of understanding the impact of climate change and how it's affecting our daily lives in Catholic Schools.

View Details

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Galey Colosimo about a new bill for this upcoming legislative session centered on placing student educational choice in the hands of the parents and partnering with public school educators. 

View Details

From Boss Club; https://bossclub.com Entrepreneurship isn’t just about starting a business. It’s a mindset that can be applied to any pursuit in life. The goal of the curriculum is that you will be able to tangibly see how you can simplify a seemingly complex pursuit into easily manageable pieces and build confidence through daily progress towards a goal. Additionally, the hope is that you will be more equipped with Biblical truths in regards to finances, drive, and stewardship that you will be able to carry with you regardless of your ultimate career path. Entrepreneurship is a broad topic and this course is designed to assist you in learning the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and achieve a practical understanding by starting your own small business. The curriculum is organized into six Modules that represent the basic steps of formulating, starting, and running a successful business. 


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

In this episode, we have a conversation with Nikki Ward, Associate Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Salt Lake City. Join us as Nikki shares her background in education and her vision for our Catholic Schools in the 2022-2023 school year. 


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

We are excited to announce that Saint Olaf Catholic Parish School is partnering with Hallow, the #1 Catholic App in the world. Saint Olaf Catholic School has just become the first Catholic school in Utah to partner with Hallow. We are excited to offer this opportunity to enrich the faith lives of our students, staff, and families. A few words from Hallow.com;

"Hallow is an excellent resource for people searching for deeper spiritual lives, especially the younger generation of Catholics today. It helps make clear that a relationship with God is and can be extremely personal and can be a great source of peace, joy, and strength."

Most Reverend Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades(Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend)

"Our faith is a communal one. We at Hallow are excited to provide resources and experiences that help expand the impact of our faith communities both inside and outside the walls of church."

"Young people today are suffering from overwhelming levels of anxiety in a constantly-connected world, filled with a culture that is increasingly hostile toward faith. Hallow school partnerships are built to help teachers strengthen their students’ mental and spiritual lives through encountering Christ in meditative prayer."

We hope you enjoy the podcast and check out the Hallow App.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

Join us for a conversation about a musician's journey through uncertain times and the lessons learned. 

View Details

Join us this evening for a conversation with Kay Bush, Counselor at Judge Memorial in charge of Mental Health Programing and Crisis Support.

View Details

Join us tonight for a conversation as we learn about the PACE program that Ms. Ohashi and Ms. Witt are participating in while teaching at Saint Olaf.

View Details

Looking ahead to the journey.

View Details

Join us this evening for a conversation about faith, life, and joy. 

View Details

Join us for a discussion about the upcoming season of lent.

View Details

Join us tonight on the conversation as Mr. Longe discusses the work being done in our Utah Catholic Schools as we live out Catholic Education's mission. 

View Details

Join us this evening for a conversation with Mr. Clay Jones from Saint Joseph Catholic High School. He discusses his passion for education and what sets Saint Joseph Catholic High School apart from other schools. 

View Details

Join us this evening for a conversation with Mr. Patrick Lambert from Judge Memorial Catholic High School. He discusses how intentionality, responsibility, and the need to build a more just society are critical to the work being done at Judge by the staff and students.  

View Details

Join us for a conversation with our Middle School Literature and ELA teacher as we explore his over 20 years of teaching. 

View Details

Tonight we thank our faculty for their dedication to the vocation of teaching in Catholic Schools. 

View Details

Join us this evening for a conversation with our very own Deacon Scott Dodge as we discuss vocations. 

View Details

Join us tonight as Mrs. Moffat and Mrs. Bakker share their thoughts and experiences working in the front office of our school.

View Details

Join us tonight for a conversation with our music/strings instructor Ms. Rachel Dodge, to discuss the Saint Olaf Strings program. 

View Details

Join us as we celebrate Catholic Schools all week and highlight our outstanding faculty, students, family, and school.

View Details

We continue the journey

View Details

Jesus Rescues Us

View Details

The relationship we have with books can be like the ones we have with out friends in that the more time you spend with them, the better we get to know them.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

Intentions for Holy Week


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

6 suggestions for this period of remote learning


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

Where do we go from here?


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

What threshold concepts are we facing today?


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

The tough work is in front of us, be strong.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

A conversation about challenges, successes, faith, disruptive innovation, and the importance of Catholic school community.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

How are we honoring this academic year?


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

A look back at a crazy week and a look to the future filled with hope.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

Keep the dreamers, dreaming.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

Don't forget to pause and take a breath.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

Never underestimate the power of true kindness.


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

View Details

Our very first podcast. Thanks for listening


This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app