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Always Hope episodes

April 28, 2020 048 – Same-Sex Attracted and Faithfully Catholic with Avera Maria Santo
Is it possible to be attracted to the same-sex, faithful to the Church’s teachings on sexual morality, and happy at all the same time? The answer is yes, even if that surprises you. I am joined today by Avera Maria Santo, a speaker who openly shares about her journey as a faithful Catholic who is …
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1 hr 11 min
April 14, 2020 047 – The Life and Suffering of Mother Teresa with Fr. Michael Champagne, CJC
Much has been stated about Mother Teresa’s dark night and extended period of spiritual suffering. Why would God allow such an experience in her life and how does it appropriately apply to our personal suffering? To tackle those questions, Dr. Mario welcomes Fr. Michael Champagne, CJC, superior of the Community of Jesus Crucified in St. …
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1 hr 17 min
April 02, 2020 046 – Praying Through a Pandemic with Dr. Tom Neal and Fr. Ephrem Arcement
It is an understatement to say that we are in a moment of crisis. Many of us are struggling with the COVID-19 sickness, have family members who infected, and all of us of having to find a new normal under stay-at-home mandates. So, how can we find hope in the midst of this global pandemic? …
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1 hr 21 min
March 17, 2020 045 – Running with Hope with Patrick Sullivan
Joining me on the show is Patrick Sullivan, founder of the Frassati Running Club in Baltimore, MD. Patrick is a four-time marathoner and theology teacher at Gonzaga High School in Washington, DC. In today’s episode, we discuss the profound connection between physical fitness and the spiritual life, how training for a marathon is an analogy …
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1 hr 15 min
March 03, 2020 044 – How Abortion Became Legal with Angie Thomas
How did abortion become legal? This question has been on my mind recently. I understand the arguments on both sides, but I really wanted to know how the ability to voluntarily terminate a pregnancy became a constitutional right. So, I reached out to the best person I knew to ask this question. Joining me on …
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1 hr 26 min
February 18, 2020 043 – Addressing Social Inequality through a Catholic Lens with Fr. Dustin Feddon
Dr. Mario Sacasa is joined by Fr. Dustin Feddon, a priest of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, and the Director of The Joseph House, which is a ministry to men who are transitioning out of prison and back into the world. Fr. Dustin shares lessons he has learned by ministering to prisoners on death row and …
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1 hr 24 min
February 04, 2020 042 – The Future Catholic Parish with Fr. Josh Johnson
Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes back to the show, Fr. Josh Johnson, pastor of Holy Rosary Parish in St. Amant, LA. Fr. Josh is the host of the “Ask Fr Josh” podcast and was recently featured in an article on the website Aleteia.org. In this episode, they examine causes for the decline in weekly attendance at …
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1 hr 15 min
January 21, 2020 041 – Psychology, Religion, and Healthy Men with Dr. Anthony Isacco
Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes to the show Dr. Anthony Isacco, Associate Professor of Psychology at Chatham University in Pittsburgh, PA to discuss the various elements of a healthy male psychology and spirituality. Rather than asking what is wrong with the modern man, this episode focuses on male health and ideals. In today’s show, they discuss …
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1 hr 12 min
January 07, 2020 040 – Self-Forgiveness with Dr. Everett Worthington
Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes Dr. Everett Worthington to the show to talk about the process and mechanisms of self-forgiveness. Dr. Worthington has over 30 years of research on forgiveness and his REACH model is one of the leading models in forgiveness therapies. They discuss the steps to take if you struggle with self-condemnation, how self-compassion …
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1 hr 12 min
December 23, 2019 039 – The Spirituality of Archbishop Fulton Sheen with Fr. Jeff Montz
Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes Fr. Jeff Montz, Director of Spiritual Formation at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, LA to discuss the life and spiritual teachings of Archbishop Fulton Sheen, which was the focus of Fr. Jeff’s graduate thesis. Archbishop Fulton Sheen was a frontrunner in using mass media to spread the Gospel. In today’s …
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1 hr 10 min

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Always Hope provides solutions to a better life that are anchored in faith and psychological science. Dr. Mario Sacasa, LMFT, brings his years of counseling experience to the table and welcomes experts and friends to tackle challenging topics related to dating, marriage, and uncertainty in life. Started in 2018, the show has garnered a worldwide audience and is one the best podcasts that blends Catholicism with mental health and personal development. New episodes drop every other Wednesday.