In a culture obsessed with speed and productivity, we often miss what matters most. Inspired by The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, this episode is a call to rewire our minds—not for efficiency, but for beauty, presence, and communion with God. I share a conversation I had with a teen in my discipleship group who’s always trying to speed up life to fit more in, and how that mentality can rob us of the sacred. Through Scripture and reflection, I explore how slowing down can actually give us more time—not just to do, but to be with God and others.

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Choosing faith often means going against the grain. In this episode, I talk about what it means to live with trust—even when the narrow path looks reckless or different from what the world expects. When we choose faith over fear, we’re not avoiding risk—we’re choosing to believe that God is who He says He is and that His plan is worth following, even when it’s hard to see.

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How do we balance creating a welcoming space with maintaining reverence for the sacred? In this episode, I explore why we must always seek the true good over the perceived good—and why we should never compromise truth to appear a certain way. From how churches approach clothing, music, and openness, I reflect on the importance of authentic hospitality that points people toward God, without sacrificing the reverence He is due.

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In this episode, I reflect on how the media, music, entertainment, and even the people we surround ourselves with shape who we are—and more importantly, how they affect our relationship with God. I talk about my own journey of becoming more aware of these influences and share practical ways to grow: building better habits, being intentional with your time, and sometimes even letting go of things you enjoy for the sake of something greater. Holiness often begins with what we allow into our hearts and minds.

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Inspired by my patron, St. Francis of Assisi, this episode is all about the pursuit of simplicity. I share how his example is challenging me to live with less—clearing out my closet, switching to a dumb phone, and cutting back on screen time. In a world full of noise and excess, simplicity is a way to make more room for God and for family. It’s not just about minimalism—it’s about freedom to love more fully.

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Recorded live at the Young Catholic Professionals National Conference, this episode marks the first Further Up with a guest—my wife! As a professional photographer who specializes in Catholic weddings, she shares how her faith shapes her work and business decisions. Together, we talk about discerning career paths through the lens of our values, and how living your faith boldly can guide not just your personal life, but your professional one too.

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Too often, we treat God’s will like a puzzle we’re supposed to solve—but it’s not meant to be that complicated. In this episode, I talk about the importance of trust: how seeing God’s faithfulness in the past helps us surrender when life doesn’t go according to plan. I also reflect on He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, and his powerful message of accepting each day as coming directly from God’s hand. When we live with trust, we stop striving for control and start living in God’s peace.

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A conversation with my wife about the prophet Hosea led us into a deeper reflection on how we come to know God through Scripture. In this episode, I explore how God’s commands—though different across time—always aim to set His people free to worship. From sacrifices in the Old Testament to mercy in the Gospels, it’s the same God, speaking with the same voice of love.

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This year, I’m starting a new family tradition: celebrating the Passover in the way it would’ve looked during Jesus’ time. In this episode, I share how this “embodied theology” will help make the faith tangible for my kids in the future. By rooting them in traditions that reflect Scripture and the sacraments, we’re not just teaching theology—we’re living it. Family practices like these can shape hearts, deepen understanding, and pass on the faith in powerful, lasting ways.

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The Light Phone 3 is finally on its way, and I couldn’t be more excited. As I prepare to make the switch, I’ve been reflecting on why I’m doing this—why I want to step away from constant distractions and live more intentionally. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the pull of technology, the struggle to be present, and my hope that simplifying my phone will help me focus more on God and the people around me. As Jesus said, “My yoke is easy, and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:30)—maybe it’s time my phone was too.

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