By Sean McCarney
A podcast about life as a Catholic and a Dad.
Coronavirus, sleepovers and hunting for flour! Holy Homework: Who is the Patron Saint of Pregnant Women? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron, please go to:...
Brexit Day and when is a miracle a miracle? Holy Homework: Who is the Patron Saint of Pregnant Women? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron,...
Christmas. Or Advent. Or Christmas? Holy Homework: What are the ‘O Antiphons’? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron, please go to: https://www.patreon.com/jacd I love to...
Sean’s brain is full and Isaiah’s prophecies get relevant. Holy Homework: What is the devotion to The Sacred Heart? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron,...
What do Disneyland Paris, Little Mix and a shortish Tax Collector have in common? Holy Homework: Who were the Sadducees and what did they believe? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A...
New horizons for Nicki and how faith and hope can guide us on our way. Holy Homework: What is the proper name of The Franciscans and when were they formed? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would...
What makes a good Homily and how do you survive a tough one? Holy Homework: What are the 3 [poems that make up Dante’s Divine Comedy? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just...
Sean and Caitie get theatrical and we say goodbye to a much loved priest Holy Homework: What was the formal name of the Knights Templar? Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A...
Sean makes some life changes and finds himself at a crossroads. Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron, please go to: https://www.patreon.com/jacd I love to get...
Summer vacation, picnics rediscovered and Sean reflects on the previous episode. Links: https://www.visitwinchester.co.uk/listing/the-great-hall/ https://www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/ Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron, please go to: https://www.patreon.com/jacd I...
Caitie is spoilt for choice and Sean talks about crossing the road.
Caitie is away and Sean needs coffee advice and a break from the rainbow. Holy Homework: In the Apostles Creed, Jesus descended into hell. Why? Felinfoel Ale: https://www.felinfoel.com/ Faith Links: https://www.history.com/news/how-activists-plotted-the-first-gay-pride-parades https://blogs.spectator.co.uk/2019/07/why-im-sick-of-pride/ https://www.ilkleygazette.co.uk/news/17764836.mp-attends-lgbt-pride-reception/ Thank you to all my...
Caitie and Sean have some Quality Time together and Sean ponders stones Links: Ringwood Razorback Ale https://www.ringwoodbrewery.co.uk/product/razorback-bottled-beer-3-6-abv-500ml/ Tom’s Blog Links: https://justformyboys.blogspot.com/2012/05/pearl-harbor-jfk-assassination-911.html https://shredda77.wordpress.com/how-we-got-here/ https://justformyboys.blogspot.com/p/forest-service-retirement-letter.html Holy Homework Question: The RAF had an aircraft with the same name as a...
The year is flying by and Sean wonders where all the aggro has gone… Links: Wadworth 6X Ale https://www.wadworth.co.uk/beer-and-ales/core-beers/6x/ Gregorian Chant Radio: https://player.radio-esperance.fr/?radio=chant-gregorien#current Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad...
Caitie learns a life-lesson and Sean considers Holy Gambling Links: Spitfire Ale: http://www.spitfireale.co.uk/ Father Michael’s Anniversary Mass https://salisburycatholics.org/jubilee 60 Second Saint was Saint Seraphia Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic...
The McCarneys visit New York and discover something special. Links: Eagle Waggledance Ale: https://eaglebrewery.co.uk/beers/waggle-dance/ Playbill: http://www.playbill.com/article/what-is-the-difference-between-broadway-off-broadway-and-off-off-broadway Come From Away: https://comefromaway.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwue3nBRACEiwAkpZhmWm8hwBEI9p8j14dJ9W798nzF7C-C43dRauo0sWC1n-L2QOeY_B1ehoCsm0QAvD_BwE Thank you to all my JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad...
Hearty Questions, Website Woes and Love, Actually. Holy Homework Question: According to Ezekiel, which weights and measures were to be used by The Tribes of Israel? Cover Art: All Saints Catholic Church (St Peter’s, Missouri) – Stained Glass Window Links:...
The end of the medical catch-up, Sean & Nicki dabble in antiques and Sean thinks about mindfulness. Holy Homework Question: According to St Thomas Aquinas, what are the three truths? Links: Theakston’s Old Peculiar: https://www.theakstons.co.uk/our-ales/permanent-cask/old-peculier/ NHS Mindfulness: ...
It’s exam time for Caitie and Sean yearns for a bit of silence in Mass. Holy Homework Question: The Consula Medica examine healing miracles, what other phenomena are they responsible for examining? Links: London Pride Ale https://www.fullers.co.uk/beer/explore-our-beers/london-pride Joseph’s Blog: http://zombieparentsguide.blogspot.com...
A sock causes an unexpected problem and Sean has a crisis at Easter Sunday Mass. Holy Homework Question: What is a ‘May Crowning’ and what form does it usually take? Links: Fursty Ferret Ale: https://www.badgerbeers.com/our-beers/fursty-ferret/ Joseph’s Blog: http://zombieparentsguide.blogspot.com Matt’s...
Caitie gets all Vanilla Ice but doesn’t want to blow her own trumpet. Sean talks about his brother. Holy Homework Question: How many cardinal virtues are there and what are they? Links: Tanglefoot Ale: https://www.badgerbeers.com/our-beers/the-legendary-tangle-foot/ Welcome to new patrons, Mike,...
A visit from some friends, a year’s gone by and a cathedral. With thanks also to Greg Willits for his help and support. Holy Homework Question: St Thomas Aquinas divided ‘law’ into three categories under ‘The Eternal Law of God.’...
Holy Homework Question: No question this week – sorry, I forgot! Links: Slipping the Bonds (from Tom Locker): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qMtnFtB38I&feature;=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q_anBB3M0A http://neiljennings.co/slippingthebonds.pdf Proofs for God: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Five_Ways_(Aquinas) ‘New Proofs For The Existence of God’ by Robert J Spritzer (ISBN 978-0-8028-6383-6) Thank you...
Catching up with the latest news whilst walking in Sean’s home village on a sunny Royal Wedding Day. Holy Homework Question: St Thomas Aquinas said that the existence of God could be proved through five means. What are they? Thank...
At last, Episode 200. Sean looks back at how we got to here and at the influences which made him create Just A Catholic Dad eight years ago.
Sean looks back at a wonderful two weeks in paradise and wonders how God fits in to our lives as we get more prosperous. Trinidad & Tobago: http://thecommonwealth.org/our-member-countries/trinidad-and-tobago https://www.visittobago.gov.tt/ http://rexresorts.com/tobago/turtle-beach-resort/ Holy Homework Question: St Thomas Aquinas said that the...
Sean needs a break, Salisbury comes under attack and Caitie gets a special sweet.
Christmas over, and Father Christmas is still intact. Also, why are we so bad at showcasing out liturgy? Holy Homework: How long did St Simeon Stylites spend on top of a pillar? Ooomph! - https://the-oomph.com/
We catch up (or maybe repeat) some feedback and Sean thinks he's giving too much to Caesar.
Sean's back with Tales of Summer and a Trial of Faith
Thoughts about the killing of the Innocents in Manchester, and Sean and Caitie both get dramatic. Holy Homework Question: St Paul wrote a letter to The Galatians. When did Paul visit Galatia, and where was it? Thank you to all...
25th Wedding Anniversary, financial planning, too many Herods and, er, distractions….. Cheese: http://www.cheese.com/babybel/ Holy Homework Question: How many Herods are mentioned in the New Testament? Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support...
Caitie becomes a superhero and Sean tries to navigate the reality of how Caitie will have to deal with same sex relationships. Matthew McConaughey Oscar Acceptance Speech: https://www.facebook.com/aplusapp/videos/1456503067753958/ Holy Homework Question: How many Herods are mentioned in the New Testament? ...
Sean’s back and fighting the tech. We talk about Lent, the Easter holidays and finding the beauty in liturgy. Holy Homework Question: How many Herods are mentioned in the New Testament? Shoulder Issues: http://www.yourswimlog.com/how-to-prevent-swimmers-shoulder/ Thank you to all our JACD...
The dogs are lost and found, London is attacked and Sean looks at forgiveness in all its shades.
A rich and fruity episode with a new car, Supergirl, and the search for calm. Links: http://franticworld.com/what-is-mindfulness/ St Euphrasia: http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/05606b.htm Holy Homework Question: What is ‘Soma’? Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just...
The McCarneys have holiday time, Sean turns way the sick, and the Dowry of Mary. Links: http://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Saint_Polycarp Holy Homework Question: What was the name of Jesus' grandmother? Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just...
Caitie gets arty but mourns Rudolph and Sean grapples with refugees – figuratively speaking. Links: http://www.cheese.com/aged-cashew-blue-green-algae-cheese/ http://www.unhcr.org/uk/news/latest/2016/7/55df0e556/unhcr-viewpoint-refugee-migrant-right.html http://aleteia.org/2017/01/31/pope-francis-on-welcoming-migrants-and-refugees-with-both-generosity-and-prudence/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kETqRaIaE1A&list;=RDkETqRaIaE1A#t=0 Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by...
Caitie reaches a milestone and Sean takes a long hard look at the temperature. Links: http://www.cheese.com/wine_matching/ https://www.sign.org/articles/lukewarm-catholicism-scourge-upon-the-church-and-ruin-of-souls http://www.followingthetruth.com/are-you-a-lukewarm-catholic-you-better-read-this/ http://forums.catholic.com/showthread.php?t=369556 http://www.catholic.org/news/hf/faith/story.php?id=57590 Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by...
Timmy Two-shoes isn’t, Sean puts Mass times into perspective and we get ready for Caitie’s panto. Also, Sacrament or entertainment? Links: http://www.cheese.com/cutting/ https://www.catholic.com/qa/why-wasnt-jesus-named-emmanuel-as-the-angel-told-joseph-that-he-should-be-named Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic...
The dogs go missing, Santa bites the dust and Reconciliation at last! Links: http://www.cheese.com/serving_and_storage/ http://adamncrawford.com/category/podcasts/ http://edwardfeser.blogspot.com/2016/12/denial-flows-into-tiber.html#more Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron, please go...
Caitie gets a big new friend, the McCarneys put on a performance and Sean comes clean about his feelings about Pope Francis. Links: http://www.cheese.com/lappi/ https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2014/dec/23/pope-francis-curia-attack-vatican-clerics http://www.birminghamoratory.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Newman-and-Conscience.pdf Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to...
Sean and Caitie clash and some thoughts about the world reaction to the demise of Castro. Links: http://www.cheese.com/sirene/ http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/11/26/fidel-castros-cuba-beacon-light-says-ex-london-mayor-ken-livingstone/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberation_theology http://aleteia.org/2016/11/26/why-i-daughter-of-a-cuban-exile-will-not-drink-to-castros-death/ http://www.thecatholicuniverse.com/pope-archbishop-express-condolences-fidel-castros-death-11391 http://www.thecatholicuniverse.com/pope-archbishop-express-condolences-fidel-castros-death-11391 Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support...
Sean gets a little over-excited about Christmas – yes, seriously, and Caitie and Sean get off to Reconciliation – kind of. Links: http://www.cheese.com/american-cheese/ www.GeekyCatholicDad.com http://catholicmom.com/2015/01/19/5-ways-to-prepare-your-child-for-first-reconciliation/ Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just...
Sean revisits an old children’s TV favourite in the light of current events and is the Mass REALLY that important? You have your say. Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trumpton http://www.cheese.com/provoleta http://gregandjennifer.com/162/ Thank you to all our JACD patrons. ...
Sean lets his iPhone do the work, Westworld doesn’t impress, the Autumn blues fade away and do we really need to go to Mass? Links: http://www.cheese.com/tupi/ Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just...
Sean gets the Autumn Blues and Caitie is getting gymnastic. Links: http://www.cheese.com/kadchgall/ https://www.16personalities.com/ Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron, please go to: https://www.patreon.com/jacd I love...
Caitie goes away for a few days and Sean ponders work, life and faith balance. Links: http://www.cheese.com/acapella/ Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just A Catholic Dad by becoming a patron, please go...
The McCarneys go to the Theatre for some 70s Magic and a plethora of relic-related activity. Links: http://aleteia.org/blogs/deacon-greg-kandra/watch-pope-francis-at-mass-for-father-jacques-hamel/ http://specialchronicles.com/podcast187/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Spyridon http://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/sale-of-saint-relics-on-ebay-sparks-catholic-outcry-38519/ http://abc7news.com/religion/exclusive-relic-stolen-from-san-francisco-church/1478808/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Greece Thank you to all our JACD patrons. If you would like to support Just...
Back from the holidays, tales from Corfu, people watching and the frustrations of trying to get to Mass in a mixed marriage. Links: Girl Guides in a Japanese WW2 concentration Camp http://previouslyafter.com?p=3297 The Bagpipes of Paris https://ricochet.com/podcast/the-bagpipes-of-paris/ Thank you to...
