The War on Mediocrity

Emily Wobker, volunteer for Many Part Ministries, joins Fr. Zarse and Carson, along with Char Mies, to talk about Charisms! What are they? Why do they matter? And how could they transform the Church if more people knew and used them?

Fr. Zarse explores the profound 12 promises Jesus revealed to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque!

Seminarian Dominic Victor visits Fr. Zarse and Carson to share his journey to seminary, his passions, life as a seminarian, and the exciting path that lies ahead.

Fr. Zarse and Carson conclude their month-long journey through Acts 2:42 by breaking open the beauty of the Sacraments and the Mass. Discover how these gifts bring abundant grace, joy, and sanctification to our lives. Plus, hear a special witness from Dcn. Nicholas Moragues as he shares his personal journey with the Sacraments.

Fr. Zarse & Carson continue exploring Acts 2:42 as a roadmap to holiness, focusing this week on the teaching of the apostles. Additionally, it's week three of hearing from Sacred Heart School students! This week, Harlow shares about her identity in Christ and the journey that led her there. To wrap up the series, all three students—Harlow, Leo, and Samuel—join Fr. Zarse and their teacher, Mrs. Jessica Jones for a brief conversation as a group.

In this episode, Fr. Zarse and Carson are joined by Fr. Andrew Walsh—Fr. Zarse's best friend—to discuss the installation of Archbishop Shawn McKnight, which took place yesterday. With Fr. Walsh's personal connection to Archbishop McKnight, they share unique insights, reflections, and thoughts on what this new leadership means for the diocese and the community moving forward.

Fr. Zarse and Carson explore how prayer isn't just an obligation, but a joyful opportunity—a chance to deepen friendship with the Lord. They reflect on how the apostles lived this out and how the Holy Spirit worked through their lives, inspiring us to embrace prayer as a transformative relationship.

Fr. Zarse and Carson explore the transformative power of true friendships, diving into how the people we surround ourselves with shape our character and decisions. As a bonus, we're kicking off a special three-week series featuring reflections from our 8th graders. This week, hear from Samuel!

Br. Joshua Heinerikson, a Sacred Heart alumnus, returns to Shawnee with Fr. Andrew Carl Wisdom, OP, and his Dominican novitiate brothers:

• Br. Aquinas Massmann

• Br. Basil Stewart

• Br. Lukas Wiedman

• Br. Thomas Goble

They join Fr. Zarse and Carson to discuss life with the Dominicans, the power of silence, and prayer.

On May 17th, 2025, John Donart will be ordained into the Transitional Diaconate. In this episode, John joins Fr. Zarse and Carson to talk about his journey. From life as a seminarian to the formation that has shaped him, John shares the highs, the challenges, and the wisdom he's gained along the way.