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Episode #132 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I spoke with Dr. Gilbert Lavoie about his new book which focuses on shroud of Turin.

Along with Dr. Lavoie sharing his story, we also spoke about:
- His new book, The Shroud of Jesus.
- The reason why the shroud image isn’t mentioned in the Gospels
- Significant studies that demonstrate why the shroud cannot be a painting
- The balance between scientific findings and the Gospel
- And much more...

Biography:

Dr. Gilbert Lavoie is a medical doctor, a specialist in internal medicine, occupational medicine, and public health. He has pursued a forensic and scriptural study of the Shroud of Turin for more than 40 years. He has published books, a video, and articles related to scriptural and medical forensic studies of the blood marks and image of the man of the shroud. Dr. Lavoie, along with his colleague, Tom D’Muhala, digitized and organized some of the finest photographs of the Shroud of Turin done by Vernon Miller, who was the official scientific photographer of the 1978 Shroud of Turin Research Project. The Vernon Miller photo collection is now available worldwide on the internet at www.shroudphotos.com.

In the past several years Dr. Lavoie worked with the internationally known sculptor, Pablo Eduardo. Eduardo recently completed a bronze sculpture which is a three-dimensional replica of the image of the man of the Shroud of Turin. This was done in exquisite detail, paying great attention to the anatomy of the figure.

This sculpture named The Sign, reveals a whole new way of understanding the shroud image.

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Episode #131 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I spoke with Deacon Matthew Newsome,  on his new book which focuses on living a devout life.

Along with Deacon sharing his story, we also spoke about:
- His new book, The Devout Life.
- How to use St. Francis de Sales' wisdom for present day
- How to develop a deeper and more meaningful prayer life
- And much more...

Biography:

Deacon Matthew Newsome is a deacon in the Diocese of Charlotte, NC. He has served as the Catholic campus minister for the students at Western Carolina University since 2008. He is a convert to the Catholic Church, being baptized at the age of 23. He and his wife, Joannie, have seven children and live in the mountains of North Carolina on a little spot of land they share with a handful of sheep and chickens and one ornery donkey. He writes regularly for the Catholic News Herald and has just published his first book, The Devout Life: A Modern Guide to Practical Holiness with St. Francis de Sales.

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Episode #130 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I focus on the topic of heartache.

Throughout this episode, I share:
- Why this topic is worth focusing on
 - How the heartaches of my past led me to my now wife
- Why comparison is the thief of all joy
- What we can learn from the saints regarding this topic
- The importance of the cross
- The difference between happiness and joy
- God's plan versus our plan
-  Why the Sacraments are a must
- And much more...

Aleteia article referenced in episode - https://aleteia.org/2020/02/08/5-saints-who-knew-a-broken-heart-to-help-you-through-valentines-day/.

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Episode #129 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I spoke with Marie Mazzanti,  on the topic of interfaith marriages.

Along with Marie sharing her story, we also spoke about:
- How to share your faith with a non-Catholic
- How to know if the person you're dating is the right one
- What discussions need to be have before marriage
- How to support your spouse when your beliefs differ
- Non-negotiables
- How to talk about the faith with your children
- And much more...

Biography:

Marie is a devout cradle Catholic helping others navigate the reality of the modern world and the life God has given them while staying true to the Catholic faith. 

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Episode #128 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I focus on how to navigate college.

Throughout this episode, I share:
- My college experience
 - Why picking the right major is important
- Why good community is essential
- Why you should be involved during your time in school
- Why the Sacraments are game changers
- And much more...

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Episode #127 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I focus on the topic of prayer.

Throughout this episode, I share:
- The most important decision I've made in the past ten years
 - How I grew to love God in a small chapel in the Alps
- How the Lord called me to serve Him in a more direct way than I ever imagined
- How my prayer life went from an obligation, to a want, to a need
- Why we should pray the Our Father every day
- Common questions we ask regarding prayer
- And much more...

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 Episode #126 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I spoke with Emmanuel Gonzalez,  a dynamic Catholic evangelist who speaks on the sensitive topic of homosexuality.

Along with Manny sharing his story, we also spoke about:
- How the church and faithful Catholics should be speaking about homosexuality
 - How the Church can better support and love those who experience same-sex attraction
- How the conversation can't only focus on chastity
- How the Church is the only place focused on true and authentic love
- Helpful resources centered on authentic church teachings
- And much more...

Biography:

Emmanuel Gonzalez, most known simply as Manny, is a dynamic Catholic evangelist who speaks on the sensitive topic of homosexuality. Manny is an authentic and engaging individual who uses his firsthand witness of experiencing same-sex attractions as an invitation for others to also seek fulfillment in the Catholic Church, specifically regarding Her teachings on human sexuality. Manny is from Dallas, Texas, and has a bachelor's degree in social work. Manny is currently studying to obtain a master's degree in Catechetics and Evangelization from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Manny’s courageous testimony has inspired both faithful and nonfaithful alike on an international level, having been featured with notable Catholic ministries including Jason Evert’s Chastity Project, National Catholic Register, Courage International, FOCUS, Catholic News Agency, and the Sophia Institute. Manny's witness has also captured the attention of numerous Catholic bishops and has even led him to be an inquired contributor for Pope Francis' Synod on Synodality. When not studying, Manny joyfully shares his journey with high school youth groups, college campuses, and conference audiences around the world.

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Courage International - https://couragerc.org/
Jason Evert - https://chastity.com/
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 Episode #124 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I spoke with Nicholas Sledge, founder of Catholic Manhood.

During our conversation, we spoke about:
- How Catholics understand masculinity versus how the world does
- Why masculinity is lacking in our culture
- The need for personal holiness in our own lives
- The importance of the sacraments
- The beauty of complementarity with spouses 
- And much more...

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Episode #123 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

On this episode, I spoke with Crystalina Evert, founder of Women Made New Ministries and the co-founder of Chastity Project.

During our conversation, we spoke about:
- Her new book, Women Made New
- Her conversion story
- How counseling changed her life
- What she has learned during the process of writing this book
- And much more...

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Episode #122 of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast

Praying with St. Augustine with Sara Park Mclaughlin

On this episode, I spoke with Sara Park Mclaughlin about St. Augustine.
During our conversation, Sara spoke about:
- St. Augustine's conversion story
- Why so many folks love St. Augustine
- Details regarding her new book, "Praying with St. Augustine"
- Lessons she learned from writing this book
- And much more...

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