A Blast from the Past - This week, we look back at Episode 6 on Confirmation and the Holy Spirit.  ..read more

Today we sit down with Father Andy Upah from Nativity Parish in Dubuque and discuss the growth of healing ministry in his priesthood.   ..read more

What is the relationship between humility and concern for a good reputation? Do the two go together? Today, we take a look at some interesting passages from Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales.  ..read more

What does a Marian Spirituality look like? In this episode, we discuss consecration to Jesus through Mary. Fr. Jake also shares some reflection on praying the rosary more fruitfully ..read more

We are once again joined by Father Jake Dunne. As it is the month of May, we take a look at the Blessed Mother Mary. Today, we discuss the idea of dogma and the first two Marian dogmas. Not sure what that means? Have a listen and find out! Questions?  Contact us at: j.link@dbqarch.org j.sevcik@dbqarch.org ..read more

The discussion continues! What does it mean to believe in God? Faith is a gift from God. But, is there a human component to it as well? Is faith reasonable, or unreasonable? Does it go beyond reason? How is faith connected to understanding and certainty? How are faith and baptism related?  Check out the Catechism of the Catholic Church, CCC 153-165, 846-848, 1257-1261,  and 2088-2089. https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/catechism/catechism-of-the-catholic-church Questions?  Contact us at: j.link@dbqarch.org j.sevcik@dbqarch.org ..read more

We are blessed by the presence of Father Jake Dunne for this episode. What do Catholics believe about Mary? How does she fit into the life of a disciple?  Questions? Ideas for future shows? Contact us at: j.link@dbqarch.org j.sevcik@dbqarch.org ..read more

How do we know the will of God? A popular, practical, and fruitful method for discernment comes from the spiritual teaching of St. Ignatius of Loyola. In this new series, we will work through fourteen rules for the discernment of spirits as presented by Fr. Timothy Gallagher in his teaching on St. Ignatius. Today, we cover the first two rules.  Check it out: The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide for Everyday Living by Timothy M. Gallagher Questions? Ideas for Future Shows? Contact us at: j.link@dbqarch.org j.sevcik@dbqarch.org ..read more

Today we welcome a special guest onto the show, Father Andrew Marr. He has been reading through Jordan Peterson's 12 Rules for Life. We take a look at the first three rules from a Catholic perspective. 12 Rules for Life- https://www.amazon.com/12-Rules-Life-Antidote-Chaos/dp/0345816021 Questions? Ideas for future shows? Contact us at: j.link@dbqarch.org j.sevcik@dbqarch.org ..read more

Why do I experience spiritual desolation? Is it my fault? Ever wondered this? Today, St. Ignatius gives us three different reasons for why we undergo times of spiritual desolation.  Check it out: The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide for Everyday Living by Timothy M. Gallagher Questions? Ideas for future shows? Contact us at: j.link@dbqarch.org j.sevcik@dbqarch.org ..read more