In Layman’s Terms

In Layman’s Terms

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In Layman’s Terms episodes

  • ILT Ep71 Forming Men to be Missionaries
    What does it mean to be a missionary disciple, and how can Catholic men bring others closer to Jesus Christ in their everyday lives? John Soukup and Bob Sullivan welcome Rich Lowery, Evangelization and Faith Formation Director for the Nebraska State Council of the Knights of Columbus, to discuss COR - an upcoming Men's Formation Day on November 14 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lincoln. They explore the Kerygma, the importance of sharing personal testimonies, and how men can develop a missionary mindset in their families, parishes, and communities. Whether you're confident in your faith or feel you still have a lot to learn, this conversation offers encouragement and practical ways to grow closer to Christ and help others do the same.
    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.
    27 min
  • ILT Ep70 Serving the Homeless with Blake Broulliette
    How can Catholic men respond to Christ’s call to serve the poor and those experiencing homelessness? John Soukup and Bob Sullivan welcome Blake Broulliette, Managing Director of Christ in the City, a missionary formation and homeless outreach program, to discuss the challenges facing the homeless and the importance of seeing the dignity and humanity in every person. Drawing on more than a decade of experience, Blake shares how personal encounters can deepen our faith, overcome our hesitation, and help us recognize Christ in those we meet. Discover practical ways to live out the Works of Mercy in everyday life, even amid the demands of work and family.
    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.
    27 min
  • ILT Ep69 48 Hours of Faith: The Sullivan Family Jubilee
    What would it look like to create a “family jubilee” - a time set aside for prayer, forgiveness, gratitude, family connection and growing together in faith? John Soukup and Bob Sullivan explore the biblical roots of the Jubilee and how Bob and his family turned the idea into a two-day family experience that included pilgrimage, Dad Talks, and even firearms and self-defense training. More importantly, they discuss how Catholic fathers can adapt the idea to their own families and make spiritual leadership not just a once-in-a-while event, but a way of life.
    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.
    27 min
  • ILT Ep68 From the Workplace to the Parish - Living Your Catholic Faith with Fr. Robert Johnson
    In this episode of In Layman’s Terms, John Soukup and Bob Sullivan welcome Fr. Robert Johnson to discuss how Catholic men can live and share their faith in everyday life. Fr. Johnson shares his journey from engineering to the priesthood and offers advice on discerning a vocation, becoming more active in parish life, and being a positive witness to the Catholic faith in the workplace, community, and family.
    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.
    27 min
  • ILT Ep67 From Olympic Medals to Living Your Faith Every Day - Curt Tomasevicz

    Two-time Olympic gold and silver medalist and former Husker and Nebraska native Curt Tomasevicz joins In Layman's Terms to share how his Catholic faith has guided him through an extraordinary athletic and academic career. Curt won his Olympic medals competing with the U.S. men's 4-man bobsled team in 2010 and 2014, and discusses the challenges he has faced in living out his faith, why Catholics should be willing to speak openly about Jesus, and what competing at the highest level of sport has taught him about perseverance, faith and trusting God when life gets difficult.

    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.

    27 min
  • ILT Ep66 Helping Men Rediscover the Father’s Love - Jonathan Little

    What does the story of the Prodigal Son have to say to men today? On this episode of In Layman's Terms, John Soukup and Bob Sullivan talk with Jonathan Little about the Prodigal Retreat for Men, coming Sept. 11-13 at Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House in Waverly, Nebraska. They discuss the younger and older brothers, the Father's unconditional love, the importance of acknowledging how life affects us, and how “feeling prayer,” fellowship and honest reflection can help men deepen their relationship with God.

    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.

    27 min
  • ILT Ep65 - God Doesn’t Hate Me After All with Greg Willits

    What happens when a Catholic man spends years practicing his faith without truly knowing Christ? Greg Willits, founder of RosaryArmy.com and co-host of The Rosary Army Catholic podcast, joins In Layman's Terms to talk honestly about his own journey of faith—and the lessons he has learned along the way. Drawing from his new book, God Doesn't Hate Me After All: Discovering Louis de Montfort's Love of Eternal Wisdom, Greg discusses the importance of Catholic companions, his spiritual friendship with St. Louis de Montfort, and why so many men struggle to believe they are worthy of God's mercy. Greg challenges men who feel too sinful, too uninformed, or too far from God to stop running and start surrendering.

    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.

    28 min
  • ILT Ep64 Gentrup and Kurtenbach

    On this episode of In Layman's Terms, Bob Sullivan and John Soukup welcome Deacon Leon Gentrup and Tyler Kurtenbach from the Norfolk area to talk about the Monthly Men's Prayer Breakfast. What began as an opportunity for Catholic men to gather, pray and build relationships has become something much bigger. They discuss how to get busy men involved, the spiritual “fruit” they're seeing, and what it takes to build a men's ministry that doesn't simply become a comfortable social gathering, but continues to challenge men to grow in their faith and lead their families and communities.

    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.

    27 min
  • ILT Ep63 Doug Barry

    In this episode of In Layman's Terms, John Soukup and Bob Sullivan welcome Doug Barry, founder of RADIX — Battle Ready and author of First Line of Defense: Men as Spiritual Protectors of the Family. Doug shares why Catholic men have a vital role in protecting and strengthening the spiritual lives of their families, what being “Battle Ready” really means, and why men need to take their faith seriously in everyday life. He also offers his candid perspective on how the Church can better communicate with Catholic men and encourage them to live their faith with courage and conviction.

    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.

    27 min
  • ILT Ep62 Day of Rest

    In this episode of In Layman's Terms, John Soukup and Bob Sullivan are joined by special guests Roger Kuhfahl and Ryan Mascarello to discuss the 4th Annual Men's Day of Rest. With their usual mix of humor and candid conversation, the hosts explore why stepping away from daily distractions is essential for growing in faith and strengthening one's relationship with Christ. They highlight how this event offers Catholic men a chance to recharge spiritually, deepen their understanding of the faith, and return home better prepared to lead and witness to their families. Listeners are encouraged not to miss this opportunity on August 15 in Wahoo, Nebraska. More information can be found at mensministry.regfox.com/4th-annual-day-of-rest.

    In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular column in the Southern Nebraska Register, each episode dives deep into topics that shape a man's spiritual journey—virtue, brotherhood, sacrifice, prayer, and the ongoing spiritual battle. With thought-provoking discussions and expert guests, this program is a source of strength and inspiration for men striving to lead meaningful, faith-filled lives—and for the people who support and love them. Learn more at https://spiritcatholicradio.com/program/in-laymans-terms/.

    27 min

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Tune into In Layman's Terms with co-hosts John Soukup and Bob Sullivan, a show dedicated to empowering Catholic men to live with mission, purpose, and faith. Drawing inspiration from Bob's popular…