In Episode 37 of Living the Catholic Faith, we encounter a question about hypocrisy and Catholics. We hear a meditation from a priest and saint about who we are and who we are not. Following is the topic of the week. Who or what do we follow? Our Gospel this week is from Luke, as Jesus encounters people who say they wish to follow Him but have things to do first. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we look at ourselves, pray, and work together in our efforts in Living the Catholic faith.

In Episode 36 of Living the Catholic Faith Podcast, we celebrate Corpus Christi, the Body and Blood of Christ. Our question this week is about our belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. We will hear a meditation from a priest about the meaning of the Eucharist. Our topic this week is about what is most important in our lives. The Gospel this week is from Luke about Jesus feeding the 5,000. Please join me, Deacon Steve, as we join together in prayer and contemplation in our continuing journey in Living the Catholic Faith.

In Episode 35 of Living the Catholic Faith, we first encounter a question about the Trinity, as we celebrate this weekend the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. We hear a meditation from a priest who give us insight into the Trinity. Our topic of the week is - Our Trinity. Does it connect to the Holy Trinity? Finally, we will hear he Gospel from John as Jesus tells His Apostles that He is sending them the Spirit of Truth. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we pray and contemplate together in our journey in Living the Catholic Faith.

In Episode 34 of the Living the Catholic Faith podcast, we celebrate Pentecost Sunday, the gift of the Holy Spirit. First, we hear a question about Pentecost and living in the Spirit. Our meditation this week comes from Pope Emeritus, Benedict XVI. For our topic this week, we will contemplate the meaning of the word "Inspired". The Gospel comes from St. John, as we hear Jesus ask His Apostles to keep His commandments and to do so out of love for Him. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we pray together, and contemplate how to live a life in the Spirit as we continue our efforts in Living the Catholic Faith.

In Episode 33 of the Living the Catholic Faith podcast, we first encounter a question about what happens to us when we die. We will hear a meditation from a Catholic saint about the meaning of the Lord's Ascension. Our topic this week is Ascending, which is what we are called to do. This week's Gospel shows Jesus blessing His apostles and ascending to the right hand of the Father. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we contemplate and pray together in our efforts in Living the Catholic Faith.

In Episode 32 of Living the Catholic Faith podcast, we first discuss a question about the Church's response to LBGTQ+ members. We will hear a meditation about the importance of living in faith, not fear. Our topic this week for discussion is Troubles. We certainly have plenty of those at times. Finally, we will hear and break open the Gospel from St. John, with Jesus offering the Apostles His peace, reminding them that the Holy Spirit will soon be upon them. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we pray together and contemplate the truths of the faith to be able to authentically practice our faith in the world, as we strive in Living the Catholic Faith.

In Episode 31 of Living the Catholic Faith, we first encounter a question about our brothers and sisters living on the margins of society. Our meditation this week is from a nun who encourages us to be rooted in the love of Christ. Compassion and its meaning is the topic we contemplate this week. The Gospel this week is from John, in which Jesus tells His apostles that it is love for one another that is important. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we pray together, and contemplate together how we can continue to strive in our efforts in Living the Catholic Faith.

God bless you all. See you next week God willing as we continue our journey in Living the Catholic Faith

In Episode 30 of Living the Catholic Faith Podcast, we first encounter a question about the challenges of being holy. We will hear a meditation from a great saint about God's love for us, and His putting an end to the power of death. Our topic this week is holiness. What is it and how do we become holier? Finally, we will hear the Gospel from St. John about the apostles who, after the Resurrection, return to their lives as fisherman. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we pray together and contemplate how to be in the world, as we strive in our efforts in Living the Catholic Faith.

Welcome to the Living the Catholic Faith Podcast, Episode 29. In today's episode, we will first answer our question of the week which is about where to find peace. In the meditation this week, we will hear from an unknown author about helping us find peace. In keeping with this theme, Peace, is the topic we will discuss, focusing on the Catholic vision of peace. The Gospel this week is from the 2nd Sunday of Easter, and focuses on Jesus' visit to His apostles who are huddled and frightened behind locked doors, trying to avoid being crucified like Jesus was. Join me, Deacon Steve, as we pray together in our efforts to become closer and closer to our Lord, as we journey in Living the Catholic Faith.