Living Catholic with Monsignor Don Wolf

Could the whispers of change within the Roman Catholic Church signal a shift in centuries-old traditions? We take a historical lens to the roots of this practice, dispel prevalent myths, and engage in a deep dialogue about its relevance and potential transformation in our faith today.

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

Have you ever found yourself enthusiastically setting a spiritual goal for Lent, only to see that commitment slowly fade away? Join as we explore the winding path of the Lenten journey, drawing parallels between the fading zeal of New Year's resolutions and our Lenten promises. 

Then we shift our focus to the intention behind the sacrifices we choose during this solemn season. Lent isn't about appeasing God or self-flagellation; it's about opening ourselves to transformation and grace. 

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

Have you ever considered the power of a Super Bowl ad to illuminate Jesus' teachings? We're peeling back the layers of a provocative commercial that aimed to proclaim Jesus' message of love amid our nation's most celebrated broadcast, igniting a nationwide conversation about faith, love and tolerance. Join us as we reflect on the historical significance of religious broadcasting—honoring legacies like Bishop Fulton Sheen—and the modern efforts of the Green family to keep this conversation alive. 

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

Have you ever considered the profound depths of the Eucharist and its impact on your everyday life? Prepare to explore this mystery as we delve into the powerful act of communion and what it truly means to say "Amen" to "The Body of Christ." It's more than ritual; it's an intimate affirmation of faith and a pledge to the real presence of Christ within us. Throughout this episode, we grapple with the philosophical complexities of body and self, aiming to unveil the complete sacrifice of Jesus as it was understood in His time. Hear how we can rise above our sensory limitations and contemporary skepticism to genuinely encounter Christ's presence in the most sacred of Catholic practices.

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

Temptation often derails the best of intentions, but through reflection on Jesus' desert trials, we gain insight into overcoming our own. I share stories that encourage resilience against familiar temptations, drawing parallels with biblical events like Noah's flood to illustrate upheaval's role in heralding new beginnings. Join us as we also explore the daily promises of Catholic life, inspired by the poem "The Promise of the Day," and discuss how our daily decisions shape the unfolding of our faith. Tune in for an authentic conversation on living within the Catholic tradition.

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

Have you ever stopped to consider how our simple, daily interactions have morphed into data mining opportunities for businesses? This is the unexpected revelation I encountered when a routine pizza order turned into a hoarding of my personal information. Join me as we explore the transformation of our consumer lifestyles into a digital marketplace, where our behaviors are meticulously catalogued for profit. It's a candid discussion that peels back the layers of modern consumer-company relationships, contemplating the profound implications on privacy and the essence of what it means to be both a customer and a product in today's internet-driven society.

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

Could the fires of hell be unlit, its brimstone untouched? Pope Francis's recent musings on an empty hell have ignited a theological debate that we tackle head-on, examining the eternal balance of divine justice and mercy. This week on Living Catholic, we navigate the profound implications of the Pope's words within the framework of our faith, contrasting his candid oratory with the calculated addresses of his predecessor, Pope John Paul II. Without shying away from the contentious, we consider how today's digital communication landscape amplifies every papal whisper into a shout, bringing a centuries-old conversation into the forefront of religious discourse.

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

The sound of clashing ideals rings loud when modern skepticism meets the ancient tenets of faith. Our latest episode isn't afraid to confront the paradox of a world that condemns historical atrocities like slavery while casually dismissing faith as a relic of the past. With René Girard's insights as our guide, we unravel the tapestry of Christian ethos, where perceived failures are not dead ends but gateways to a deeper understanding. 

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

This episode delves into the struggle between authenticity and societal conformity, reflecting on the individual's quest to maintain their true identity amidst life's chaos. Father Wolf shares insights from literary greats and scripture, drawing parallels to contemporary life, where the metaphorical masks we wear often hide our genuine selves. 

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.

On this episode, we walk through the corridors of history, revisiting the millennial changeover with a sense of wonder and examining how our designation of dates anchors us in the chronology of Christ's life. 

The journey from skepticism to belief is one that resonates with many, and through the lens of a young man's encounter with Owen Barfield's profound work, 'Saving the Appearances,' we unravel the transformation of language from mere metaphor to the bedrock of our understanding. 

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Monsignor Don Wolf is a priest of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Living Catholic also broadcasts on Oklahoma Catholic Radio several times per week, with new episodes airing every Sunday.