Fr. Sam and Matt discuss the importance of liturgical norms in the universal church. That might seem like a topic that covers rubrics alone, but the core of the topic is how to balance diversity while maintaining unity in worship. Thus, Church governance, liturgical preferences, canon law, and authentic worship are all covered. 

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Daily Gospel Reflections: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

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liturgy, rubrics, ecclesiastical norms, pastoral care, priesthood, worship, tradition, unity, diversity, Catholic Church, Catholicism, liturgy, religious submission, unity, obedience, community, faith, worship, norms, development

Fr. Sam and Matt take a leap from Romans 8 into an entire discussion on the interplay between prayer and suffering. They discuss amongst other things: the role of good health in a good spiritual life, the pastoral necessity of good physical health, how everything needs to seen through Pope St. John Paul II's lens of "self-gift", the importance of being physically present to others and, naturally, transhumanism.

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suffering, prayer, Christian faith, adoption, Romans, body and spirit, transhumanism, health, self-discipline, mortality, health, ministry, physical presence, austerity, bodily care, spirit and flesh, physical health, decision-making, vocation, self-gift, theology of the body

Fr. Sam and Matt continue their conversation on St. Therese of Lisieux from last week, diving into some of the fundamentals of prayer - consolation and desolation. Fr. Sam draws the distinction between the two categories and then their subcategories (spiritual vs. non-spiritual consolation/desolation). He uses the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola as the launching pad for this discussion. 

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Restless Catholic Young Adults: https://restlesscatholicmedia.podbean.com/

Keywords

Tangent, consolation, desolation, prayer, consistency, spiritual growth, faith, Lewis and Clark, The Chosen

Matt and Father Sam focus on the life and spirituality of St. Therese. They discuss the importance of boldness in prayer, the nature of divine will, and the role of intercessory prayer. They also highlight the significance of personal connection with God and the impact of spiritual motherhood in praying for others' salvation, exemplified by Saints Therese of Liseux and Maria Goretti.

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St. Therese, prayer, spiritual theology, boldness, divine will, intercession, spirituality, faith, conversion, spiritual motherhood, St. Maria Goretti, St. Therese, saints, spirituality, love, charity, holiness, brokenness, freedom, Catholic Church

In this conversation, Matt and Fr. Sam discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, particularly as Matt transitions from one child to two. They explore themes of trust in divine providence, the impact of moving on family dynamics, and the significance of having a place to call home. They also discuss the importance of prayer during transitions, the balance between comfort and challenge, and the role of community in parenting. Ultimately, they emphasize the power of hope and the beauty of simplicity in family life.

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Fr. Sam's Gospel reflections: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

Keywords

parenting, paternity leave, family dynamics, spirituality, prayer, home, transition, repentance, community, hope

Jennifer Coffey Shevchuk sits down with Fr. Sam and Matt to discuss the impact that a holy pilgrimage can have. She offers her own testimony as someone who was deeply impacted on a pilgrimage, her expertise as a pilgrimage leader, as well as how she is incorporating her training as a Catholic Mentor into the new venture, Integration Pilgrimages.

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Father John Nepil joins Fr. Sam and I (Matt) to share the experience of his upbringing as a cultural Catholic and how he experienced the call to the priesthood. This leads into conversation on a deeper understanding of an authentic Catholic worldview, the importance of integrating faith into culture, the role of liturgy in our lives, and how engaging creation improves one's relationship to God.

Included in this are the challenges of balancing digital life with intentional silence and solitude, and how these elements contribute to a deeper spiritual life.

We also touch on the complexities of community life among priests, the significance of having an American Pope, and the implications of artificial intelligence on society.

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Fr. John's Book: https://ignatius.com/to-heights-and-unto-depths-thudp/

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In this conversation, Matt and Fr. Sam explore the complexities of social media, its impact on mental health, and the role it plays in evangelization.

In this conversation, Matt and Father Sam explore the sacrament of Holy Orders, discussing its significance in the Catholic Church, the role of the priesthood, and the historical context of priestly functions. They delve into the distinction between the Old and New Testament priesthood, the nature of true sacrifice, and the transformative role of Christ in the priesthood. They also discuss the importance of sincerity in worship and emphasize the complementary roles of laity and clergy in the Church.

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Daily Gospel Reflections: https://www.youtube.com/@UCDXE8YpRhxNwsAiv_lrgBOg

In this conversation, Father Donald Haggerty discusses the challenges facing the Catholic Church today, particularly the issue of ecclesial uncertainty. He emphasizes the importance of discernment in a media-saturated world, the potential impact of the next papacy, and the need for genuine evangelization alongside sacramental preparation.

The conversation also touches on the growing apathy towards God in society and the unprecedented sacrilege of the Eucharist. Father Haggerty calls for a return to authentic faith practices led by priests to strengthen the church's integrity and mission.

In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of the current state of the Church, discussing the balance between conspiracy theories and realism, the importance of spiritual training for laypeople, and the role of prayer and silence in deepening one's faith.

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Daily Gospel Reflections: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDXE8YpRhxNwsAiv_lrgBOg?app=desktop