The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

They may look like Santa, but their inspiration comes straight from St. Nicholas himself. Beneath the beard and bells is a calling rooted in love, service, and faith. In this heartfelt conversation, two men reveal how the red suit opens doors to faith, healing, and hope — sometimes when it’s needed most. These two St. Nicks talk about why the magic of Christmas isn’t found in presents, but in presence...especially for children who just need to feel seen. This festive finale for 2025 is a reminder that Christmas joy multiplies when it’s shared. It’s Christmas, told from behind the beard! 🎅

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

Ever wonder how someone goes from pew-sitter to deacon? From unexpected grace to unmistakable signs, tune in as one experienced deacon and two newly ‘ordained and ready to serve’ gents reveal the nudges, surprises, and divine ‘plot twists’ that proved God knows exactly how to write a vocation story. This episode proves the diaconate isn’t just a vocation...it’s a deacon-struction of expectations. 😇🎙️ It’s a triple deacon threat on episode 25! 👀

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Learn more about the Diocesan Diaconate Program: https://amarillodiocese.org/diaconate

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

What do you get when an aspiring X-Games daredevil, a chemistry boss who never sleeps, and a mission for autism care walk into a podcast? Episode 24. The Doctors Yarbrough join us to talk skateboards, saints, and their incredible work building Elizabeth Ruth’s Home...a non-profit aimed at providing love and support for the aging autistic. And yes...Temple Grandin is literally rolling into Canyon for their December fundraiser. No pressure.

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Learn more about Elizabeth Ruth's Home: https://www.facebook.com/elizabethruths1

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

In this episode, we chat with Michaela Wegman — a proud Umbarger native and art historian proving that the Texas Panhandle is anything but a blank canvas. Discover how Italian POWs, a small-town parish, and a dash of divine inspiration painted one of West Texas’ most unexpected masterpieces. Turns out, even prisoners of war knew how to make a holy mural out of hardship. From brushes to blessings, this episode of the WTC proves beauty can draw us together...one holy wall at a time!

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Learn more about St. Mary's Umbarger: https://stmarysumbarger.com

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

Ordaining one deacon? Great. Getting two brothers from the same family? That’s divine efficiency! Meet Dwayne and Dr. Kevin, the Rickwartz duo — proof that when God calls, He sometimes hits redial. From laundromats to liturgy, their path to the diaconate is twice the calling and double the grace...all while running a Catholic superstore! Tune in for faith, family, and a crash course in how God’s business plan always pays in grace.

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Learn more about the Diaconate in our Diocese: https://amarillodiocese.org/diaconate

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

From “peek-a-boo Jesus” to 24/7 devotion, St. Thomas’ Adoration Chapel never sleeps — even when Amarillo’s wind tries to blow it away. Simon and Jeff have weathered wind, floods, and 2 a.m. alarms, all for the love of the Lord. Meet the men keeping Amarillo’s only 24/7 Adoration Chapel shining brighter than a Panhandle sunrise...and discover why Adoration at St. Thomas is the best hour you'll spend all week!

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Learn more about Adoration at St. Thomas: https://amarillo.church/adoration

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

Lawyers don’t usually admit nerves, but Carlos Cárdenas isn’t your usual lawyer. Inspired by Perry Mason, guided by faith, and now sharing his story of 45 years as a trial lawyer, Carlos knows what it means to seek justice. He still gets nervous before every case, but his faith and calling keep him steady. Catch him on this week's episode before he takes the stand as the keynote at this year's Red Mass, bringing wisdom from the courtroom to the pews. Perry Mason might’ve sparked it, but faith kept him in the fight.

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Learn more about the Red Mass: https://catholicbar.org/Red-Mass

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

Ruben Denson rode the tide of faith all the way from the California coast to WTAMU’s Catholic Student Center, where faith runs deeper than the plains. He shares how Christ called him to saddle up in Texas and ride with the Spirit. Faith this strong?...you can’t buff-er it away. 🦬 Episode 019 dives into Ruben's journey of trading surf for service, sunshine for the Son, and finding God’s grace deep in the heart of Texas. 🤠✝️

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Support & learn more about the West Texas Catholic Student Center: https://wtcsc.org

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Start your day with five minutes of faith, reflection, and quiet strength. Hosted by a Knight of Columbus from the Diocese of Amarillo, this podcast offers brief spiritual reflections rooted in Catholic tradition. 

Each episode will dive into biblical scripture from both the Old and New Testaments, referencing the Catechism of the Catholic Church to deepen your understanding. 

With tangible examples of how to put the teachings into practice, we’ll help you ground your soul, lift your heart, and carry Christ into whatever the day brings.

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

PART ONE: He once measured success in procedures — now it’s in heartbeats. Dr. John Bruchalski went from performing abortions to delivering life, swapping sterile clinics for sacred callings. With Jersey wit and a faith-fueled mission, he shares how God rewrote his story from ‘choice’ to chosen. A dose of Jersey grit, a prescription for mercy — this is one delivery you don’t want to miss.

*Content Warning: This episode includes a verbal account of a botched abortion and may not be suitable for young or sensitive audiences. Listener discretion advised.*

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Learn more about Dr. John & his ministry: https://divinemercycare.org

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