The Catholic Cafe

Deacon Jeff talks with Father James Mary Atkins, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about the model and inspiration of St. Francis of Assisi in the CFR's lives...and in our own lives.

Deacon Jeff talks with Brother Innocent Mariae Montgomery, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about his calling to be a monk and his personal journey of suffering that came to a miraculous and life-changing conclusion.

Deacon Jeff talks with Brother Philip Maria Allen, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about the different types and purposes of Christian prayer...as well as some of the obstacles to prayer.

Deacon Jeff talks with Head Chef at The Catholic Cafe, Fr Ben Bradshaw, about the gift...and challenges...of sexual chastity in the world today. Also discussed are the differences between chastity, celibacy and continence.

Deacon Jeff talks with Head Chef at The Catholic Cafe, Fr. Ben Bradshaw, about the Catechism of the Catholic Church: it's origins, it's purpose, and its practical and prayerful use for the faithful.

Deacon Jeff talks with Monsignor John McArthur about the importance of staying in the boat, in the Catholic Church, especially when times are rough.

Deacon Jeff talks with Deacon James Clarke, a transitional deacon and seminarian for the Diocese of Memphis about the differences between a transitional deacon and a permanent deacon, as well as his personal calling by God to serve in His Church.

Deacon Jeff talks with Msgr Victor Ciarramitaro about the changes in the third edition of the Roman Missal and how they will affect Mass attendees.

Deacon Jeff and Tom Dorian talk with Bob Nicholas about the importance of eating a healthy spiritual diet...including the Eucharist!

Deacon Jeff and Tom Dorian talk about the different meanings attributed to the phrases born again and saved between Catholics and Protestants.