Dr. Tom Curran Podcast

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, reflect on the second reading from Palm Sunday. [Philippians 2:6-11] Tom references the movie Mully and Fr. Pat shares insights on self-giving, sacrificial love, and transformed mindset.

From the archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Jeff Lewis to walk through the events of Holy Week. Fr. Lewis answers the questions: What’s the approach (as a priest) to Holy Week? How can Catholic families celebrate Holy Week in their homes? Why is there no Mass on Good Friday? and, What's happening on Holy Saturday?

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, reflect on the gospel from the 5th Sunday in Lent, The Raising of Lazarus. [John 11:1-45] Today’s hosts testify to the game-changing scripture passages that have shaped their faith journey.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to reflect on themes related to the Feast of the Annunciation: be alert, be a messenger and be docile. Tom asks Fr. Kurt Nagel, What is the incarnation?

Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from recent Catholic coaching sessions and explores the flow of coaching moments: dialogue, action, transformation. Tom explains what it means to be a trusted advisor and reveals the secret solution to facing common challenges in leadership situations.

Dr. Tom Curran honors St. Joseph by sharing seven principles for living; taught by his own father, Master Carpenter George Curran. Tom applies this list of principles to everyday leadership circumstances, such as: leading in the workplace, building a strong marriage, raising kids, setting personal goals, and more!

A Master Carpenter’s 7 Principles for Living:

1. Don’t Force It
2. Measure Once, Cut Twice
3. You Gotta Do, What You Gotta Do
4. If You’re Going to do a Job, Do It Right
5. It’s Easier to Tear Down Than to Build Up
6. Don’t Stop Until the Work is Done
7. Find the Right Tool for the Right Job

Dr. Tom Curran teaches how to give a personal testimony in 3 simple steps and explains two major flaws in secular self-help literature. Tom explores fundamental questions for real breakthrough and transformation.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington, DC, reflect on the gospel from the 4th Sunday in Lent, The Man Born Blind. [John 9: 1-41] Today’s hosts discuss failed back-up plans, interceding for loved ones, uncovering blind spots, and delegation vs. abnegation.

References:

Padre Pio and You: An Epic Story of Spiritual Fatherhood by Mary O'Regan

Listen to Fr. Pat Smith’s Homilies!

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel about the history and traditions associated with St. Patrick’s Day. Today’s hosts give updates on their Lenten disciplines and reflect on the contrast between chosen versus forced Lenten penance.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss statistics on Millennials and Gen Z joining or returning to the Catholic church. The Currans explore the 5 prominent reasons for the phenomenon of Catholic revival: beauty, truth, goodness, reaction to cultural chaos, and social media influence.

References:

GEN Z REVIVAL: NYC church sees lines out the door every Sunday (Fox News Clips)