Y'all! We got to virtually hang with a very cool country boy from Arkansas, Fr. Stephen Gadberry, or as we will now lovingly refer to him, Fr. Flex. If an American Gladiator and M'Lynn from Steel Magnolias had a baby, it'd be this guy! 

What a journey he takes us on! From being raised on a farm in the Arkansas Delta to the first priest competing on American Ninja Warrior, we got all the stories to share. 

No stranger to brotherhood, Fr. Stephen enlisted in the Air Force where he would eventually feel called to the priesthood while on tour in Germany.

Fr. Stephen is a lover of beautiful things, cheap beer, hunting, and fitness. His joy is found in the GRIND of life, recommitting himself to his calling every.single.day. You will leave this back porch chat feeling inspired to drop your nets and follow Jesus in a new way.

📖Verse of the Week:
Psalm 46: 11 
"Be still and know that I am God."
Psalm 27: 8 
"Seek his face."

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Check out "The Making of a Catholic Priest" official premiere here. You can find more info on wordonfire.org or follow him on Instagram @fatherstephenjgadberry.

Learn more about Fr. Stanley Rother on Age Quod Agis, Fr. Stephen's podcast.

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