Jake and Brett continue the conversation from last episode about what’s going on in the culture. The topics on the table are “cancel culture” and the digitization of everything, but most importantly how these trends affect the way of the heart.

 

Guiding Quote:

 

“The Church has always had the duty of scrutinizing the signs of the times and interpreting them in light of the Gospel.” - Gaudium Et Spes (4)

 

 

Key Points

• Shoutout to Forte Catholic - thanks for editing our show!
• Why we are called to pay attention to (and discern) the signs of the times
• Cancel culture and the canceling of Joe Rogan
• Extending mercy and forgiveness to those in public spaces who admit to doing wrong
• The danger of not creating space for conversion and growth
• How the expectation of perfection by our culture can be dehumanizing
• What the digitization of everything is doing to the heart
• How constant connectedness through technology can affect our prayer life, relationships and attention
• An insightful story about Jake’s son’s basketball team

 

Discussion Questions

1. What stood out to you in this episode?
2. Do you find it challenging to extend mercy to those in public roles? Do you allow yourself to hope for conversion and growth in our leaders or do you find yourself expecting perfection?
3. What is the distinction between grace and accountability?
4. How do you notice digitization affecting your life? What is one thing you can do to make a positive shift in this area? 

 

Resources

• Gaudium Et Spes

 

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