The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

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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Our podcast network is expanding...

With months of planning and preparation, we have some exciting news to share with the Diocese of Amarillo community!

Dropping Monday, September 8, 2025, "Spiritual Arms: Five Minutes for the Battle" will give you biblical reflections with practical application for your lives.

And dropping in January 2026, "The Introverted Apostle" will tackle the struggles introverts typically face when getting involved within your parish community.

Get excited and stay tuned!

The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

Not all heroes wear aprons, but Glenn Backus might. He quit international travel and corporate life to kale it at the Market on Tierra Blanca — because nothing says retirement like building a "food pantry" from the ground up! After selling his business, Glenn answered a higher calling that led to the only food pantry in Randall County. Join us for a fun-filled chat about faith, family, and fighting food insecurity one lettuce leaf at a time. Trust us, this episode’s so good it’ll have you saying, “That’s un-beet-able!” 🥬😆

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Learn more about St. Helen's Outreach... https://sainthelensoutreach.org

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

She almost canceled the delivery — now she’s throwing baby showers for hundreds. 🍼👶 Monica Sullivan shares how an unexpected hug, a powerful prayer, and a whole lot of love led her from a crisis pregnancy to founding Joseph’s Project, now serving 3,000+ families in the Texas Panhandle who are choosing life, love, and a brighter future. One “Yes” CAN change everything! 💕📦

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Learn more about Joseph's Project: https://cctxp.org/programs/josephs-project

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

She searched every church, played every stage, asked every question...until a nun at the post office changed everything. 🎶📬 Hear how Sister Elizabeth Ann’s journey from Protestant praise to Catholic vows proves God shows up — even when you don’t have a package to mail.

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Learn more about Prayer Town: https://disciplesofthelordjesuschrist.org

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

From the hills of Tanzania to the plains of Amarillo, Father Avitus Siriwa has followed God's call across borders, languages, and climates (he still hasn’t forgiven Pennsylvania for the snow). Now, 25 years after saying “yes” to the priesthood, he's sharing stories that are as moving as they are mileage-heavy. Join us for lucky Episode 013 as Fr. Avitus reflects on 25 years of priesthood, missionary life, snow-shock in the Bronx, and saying "yes" to God in six countries and two hemispheres.

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Learn more about Vocations: https://amarillovocations.org/

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

From grading papers to growing disciples, Kerry Acker — former English teacher turned DRE at St. Thomas the Apostle parish — shares her leap of faith, her dad’s epic unicycle library legacy, and the beautiful chaos of raising four kids and raising up the next generation of Catholics. Plus, she invites all parishes to a wonderful OCIA workshop opportunity that you don't want to miss! WARNING: This episode may cause spontaneous spiritual inspiration and a deep desire to attend the OCIA workshop.

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Learn more about the OCIA Workshop: https://amarillodiocese.org/ocia

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

Join us as we dive deep with Navy vet–turned–Knights of Columbus Diocesan Deputy, Joe LaFuente, whose story spans 43 countries, 6+ languages, and enough awards to sink a battleship. Whether riding submarines or riding high with State honors, Joe proves that real men don’t just serve — they Knight! It’s faith, service, and a side of sailor stories on this week's episode...all anchored in Christ. ⚓✝️

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Learn more about the Knights of Columbus: https://kofc.org/join

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The West Texas Catholic: The Podcast

Retirement? Nah. God had other plans. Meet Kim Lackey and Craig Logan — two principals who thought they were done with school...until God called them to trade retirement plans for lesson plans. Kim Lackey swapped whistle-blowing for soul-growing and is "all-in" (and not just in poker), while Craig Logan went from high school dropout to walking the stage decades later — diploma in one hand, rosary in the other. Their stories are proof that God’s timing is wild, His plans are better, and retirement is...negotiable. Pack a lunch — because sometimes, the bell rings...and God’s the one calling you to class with CAPN.

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Learn more about Catholic Education: https://amarillodiocese.org/education

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Meet Deacon Darryl Dixon — former Hastings legend turned holy hustler — who’s taking Kolbe Prison Ministry by storm in Amarillo. From corporate office cubicles to cell-block sermons, this deacon’s journey is as Texan as a tumbleweed in a tornado. Come for the Garth Brooks name drop, stay for the heartstring-tugging stories from behind bars. Yeehaw and amen!

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Learn more about Kolbe Prison Ministries: https://kolbeprisonministries.org

Learn more about "Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality": https://carloacutisfilm.com

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