Dr. Tom Curran explores scripture to gain insight into the topic of discernment (Jeremiah 29, Genesis 12.)  Tom talks about how to recognize the promptings that come from God and how to discern both the ‘big picture’ and the daily details of the life God wills for you.

Tom shares stories about his coin collection, television content ratings, Dude Perfect, and a life-transforming event that occurred 32 years ago on All Saints Day; as examples of understanding the fact-value distinction.

Dr. Tom Curran shares four phrases to explore the fact-value distinction: I want to serve you, I surrender, I am open, I am poor in spirit. Tom reflects on last Sunday’s Gospel (Luke 19) and shares a message on stewardship.

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran talk about why they buried a statue of St. Joseph in their front lawn and the powerful intercession of saints. Tom differentiates devotion vs. superstition and talks about what to do when life gets out of control. Kari gives tips for a successful student-teacher conference and encourages moms to ask for help!

Dr. Tom Curran references three prayers and three insights from the Catechism of the Catholic Church as tools to fighting against spiritual warfare. Tom talks about a Father-Daughters dance, two missed field goal kicks, and Our Blessed Mother.

Referenced Texts for Today's Podcast!

Man's First Sin [CCC: 397-399]

A Hard Battle [CCC:407-409]

But Deliver Us From Evil [2854]

Freedom From Oppression Prayer, PDF (SensusTraditionis.org)

Consecration of One’s Exterior Goods to the Blessed Virgin Mary, PDF (SensusTraditionis.org)

Binding Prayer, PDF(SensusTraditionis.org)

The Spiritual Life: A Treatise on Ascetical and Mystical Theology by Very Rev. Adolphe Tanqueray, S.S.D.D.

Dr. Tom Curran explores five reasons people struggle to pray well and how to overcome them. Tom shares insights from the message he spoke to men at the recent men's retreat and talks about how prayer relates to a cup of coffee!

Does your Prayer Life Suffer from One of These Factors?

1.) Busyness: Good intentions but lack of follow through

2.) Fear of Renovation: Are you ready to have your life changed by our living God?

3.) Trampoline Effect Vs. Popeye Effect

4.) Failure to Cross the Bridge

5.) Resistance to Vulnerability: Digging up the Dirt

Dr. Tom Curran begins the program by welcoming Fr. Ed White, Pastor of St. Stephen the Martyr Church in Renton, to discuss the Masaka Children's Fund. Tom encourages listeners to discern and respond to the challenges facing our world today. Tom references 'Great Popes' and shares stories from a recent Men's Retreat, Jason Evert's chastity talk and last night's NFL tie.

Feast of Hope Fall Dinner benefiting Masaka Children's Fund

Saturday, November 5th at 7:30 pm : $150 per person

Sts. Peter and Paul Parish Event Hall

3422 Portland Ave East - Tacoma, WA 98404

For Tickets and Information, contact Joanna: 206-302-9099 or [email protected]

Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss parenthood as God-given responsibility, authority and accountability. The Currans share stories of putting R-A-A into practice in everyday family situations and testify to the fruits that come from intentional parenting.

Dr. Tom Curran talks about the message that revealed a 'blind spot' in his life. First, Tom talks about ways to build character in kids, as the solution to shaping strong Catholic leaders of the future. Later in the program, Tom explores the theme of leadership and vision, as found in Scripture.

Read the Full Text from The Spiritual Canticle by St. John of the Cross, as Referenced on Today's Podcast!

"Let those, then, who are singularly active, who think they can win the world with their preaching and exterior works, observe here that they would profit the Church and please God much more, not to mention the good example they would give, were they to spend at least half of this time with God in prayer, even though they might not have reached a prayer as sublime as this. They would then certainly accomplish more, and with less labor, by one work than they otherwise would by a thousand. For through their prayer they would merit this result, and themselves be spiritually strengthened. Without prayer they would do a great deal of hammering but accomplish little, and sometimes nothing, and even at times cause harm. God forbid that the salt should begin to lose its savor [Mt. 5:13]. However much they may appear to achieve externally, they will in substance be accomplishing nothing; it is beyond doubt that good works can be performed only by the power of God."

-St. John of the Cross, THE SPIRITUAL CANTICLE

Dr. Tom Curran reflects on the life and intercession of the newly canonized Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity. In the second half of the program, Tom is joined by Jason Evert, Catholic author and chastity speaker, to discuss his upcoming visit to the Puget Sound and the Chastity Project, a ministry Jason co-founded with his wife Crystalina.

Puget Sound Listeners! Hear Jason Evert Speak at an Upcoming Event Near You:

Wednesday, October 19, 2016

6:00pm - Parenting for Purity (Parent ONLY talk)

7:30pm - Love or Lust? (Catholic Coed Grades 7-12)

Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church - Sammamish, WA

Thursday, October 20, 2016

9:15am - Love or Lust? (Catholic Coed Grades 9-12)

Kennedy Catholic High School - Burien, WA

Thursday, October 20, 2016

1:00pm - Love or Lust? (Catholic Coed Grades 7-8)

6:30pm - Love or Lust? (Catholic Coed Grades 7-12)

8:00pm - Parenting for Purity (Parent ONLY talk)

St. Anthony Catholic Church - Renton, WA