A podcast exploring faith, life and culture, hosted by former protestant pastor and Catholic convert Keith Nester. In this Podcast, Keith responds to questions and comments from listeners and shares his unique perspective. Check it out!
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Welcome to Unpacking the Mass, a weekly study through the upcoming week’s Mass readings for the Catholic Church. Unpacking the Mass helps listeners prepare their hearts for what they will hear in the upcoming week’s Mass through a thoughtful and practical interaction with the texts with an emphasis on personal understanding and application. Join Keith this week and be counted among those to whom Jesus said “Let he who has ears to hear” Matt.13:9. Unpacking the Mass is available as a video on ...
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Long form discussions, debates, and teachings on the Catholic faith. Join our Locals community: https://mattfradd.locals.com/support
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CatholiCity Podcasts is a branch of the Mary Foundation, a Catholic charity based in Ohio. We’ve been a world-leader in delivering proven tools for evangelization to your door and superb audio content directly to you for over thirty years. Everything we offer is available free-of-charge.
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A place where charitable dialogue takes place on the topics of faith, God, and life. The Christian worldview permeates all aspects of human life and through this podcast we attempt to share about our journey of understanding truth.
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Integrity Restored is here to help restore the integrity of individuals, spouses, and families that have been affected by pornography and pornography addiction. Join us each month as we connect on topics both informative, inspirational, and necessary to battling the scourge of pornography.
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Will the Internet Kill Protestantism? The Age of Online Evangelism (Keith Nester) | Ep. 534
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3:10:11Keith Nester is a former Protestant pastor who spent over 20 years in ministry before becoming Catholic in 2017. Now a full-time evangelist, author, and speaker, he helps others navigate the convert’s journey through his book The Convert’s Guide to Roman Catholicism and his YouTube channel and podcast Catholic Feedback. Keith leads Down to Earth Mi…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Earthly Perspective vs. Heavenly Perspective How to see things the way God wants Changing your perspective. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080325.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code:…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Does Prayer Change God’s Mind? How should we bring our requests to God? What we can expect from God. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072725.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSA…
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Episode 234 - 10 Minutes to Change Your Life with Fr. Hoffa
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20:43Father Allen Hoffa joins Jim to share his strategy for transforming your life using 10 minutes a day. Spend 5-minutes doing nightly review Take control and be proactive Spend 5-minutes each morning on thankfulness and improvement
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The Church Abandoned Aquinas. Now We're In Crisis. (Fr. Dominic Legge) | Ep. 533
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2:49:33Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P., is the President of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception (PFIC) at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C. He is an Ordinary Member of the Pontifical Academy of St. Thomas Aquinas, and holds a J.D. from Yale Law School, a Ph.L. from the School of Philosophy of The Catholic University of America, an…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: God wants your heart more than your activity. Don’t be distracted by “good things.” Serve the Lord, but stay with him. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072025.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9Ex…
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Fitness Legend Mike Pantile's Catholic Conversion
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1:54:23Mike Pantile is a popular fitness influencer and entrepreneur who shares his amazing journey to the Catholic faith with Keith. The next day, Mike deadlifted 705lbs at the St. Michael Barbell club. It was epic! https://mikepantile.com/ / mikepantile https://x.com/mikepantile / @mikepantile The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!…
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Tyranny and the Post-Christian West (Rod Dreher) | Ep. 532
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3:08:45Rod Dreher is a bestselling author and cultural critic known for his incisive commentary on faith, politics, and modern society. His landmark books The Benedict Option and Live Not By Lies have shaped conversations on Christian resilience in an age of decline, while his newest work, Living in Wonder, turns inward, exploring beauty, suffering, and t…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The big “IF” We have what we need to be holy. It’s not about will power, it’s about love. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071325.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREE…
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Episode 233 - The Pornification Culture with Jim O'Day
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14:53Jim dives into the increasing hypersexualization and pornification of society, it's effects, and what we can do about it. Sexuality is now a commodity Hypersexuality is culturally embedded in all media We can expect increased anxiety and depression as society continues down the pornified path
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Surviving Cancer and Finding God (Tammy Peterson) | Ep. 531
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2:10:53Tammy Peterson, wife of clinical psychologist and cultural commentator Jordan Peterson, is a Canadian podcast host and speaker known for her inspiring personal journey. After surviving a rare and fatal cancer diagnosis, Tammy experienced a profound spiritual transformation, ultimately converting to Catholicism in 2023. Her story of faith, resilienc…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The gospel is the good news that brings comfort to the world. The true Israel is not about genetics, but about faith in Jesus. Focus on your relationship with Jesus, not on the results of your work. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/070625.cfm The Catholic Woodwork…
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Fr. Chris Podhajsky- The Priest Who Made Me Catholic.
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2:12:13This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. https://www.augustineinstitute.org/graduate-school/graduate-school Fr. Chris Podhajsky is the priest that Keith met with on his journey into the Catholic Church. He joins Keith for a fascinating conversation about the priesthood, marriage, the upcoming election of a new pope, and so much more. S…
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The Truth About Islam: Pedophilia, Violence, and Conquest (Apostate Prophet) | Ep. 530
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2:44:12Ridvan Aydemir, known online as Apostate Prophet, is a Turkish-born former Muslim who grew up in a devout Sunni household and later became a prominent critic of Islam. After a period of intense religious study and ideological shifts—including atheism, secular communism, and Judaism—he became an Orthodox Christian catechumen. Ridvan launched his You…
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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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The Magisterium, Apologetics, and Liturgy Wars (Voice of Reason) | Ep. 529
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3:29:13Alex Jurado, known online as Voice of Reason, is a Catholic apologist and content creator with one of the most recognizable voices in the space. A former teenage catechist and seminarian, he began creating videos in 2023 and quickly gained a global audience. In 2024, he debated Dr. James White in his first public debate and later appeared on The Ge…
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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ 2025
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28:46This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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Curtis Mitch, M.A., is the principal annotator and Associate Editor of the Ignatius Study Bible series. Mitch joined the Augustine Institute in 2022 as a Bible Projects Managing Editor and concurrent Associate Professor of Sacred Scripture. Curtis joins Keith to discuss his personal faith journey and his work with the Ignatius Study Bible, which he…
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Episode 232 - Little Joey Goes to Mass with Estelle Nester
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19:59Estelle Nester, author of Little Joey Goes to Mass and Faith Like a Child joins Jim on this week’s podcast. They discuss how helping our kids know the faith can help them navigate tough times and current issues while also helping us know our faith. We need to see the faith through a child's curious eyes Knowing and believing you are a loved child o…
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Playing Satan, Christ is King, and Modern Protestantism (Jarret LeMaster) | Ep. 528
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3:16:03Jarret LeMaster is an American actor, producer, and director known for his dynamic presence in film, television, and digital media. He has starred in feature films such as Unplanned, Nefarious, and Turn Around Jake, and is recognized for his sharp comedic work with The Babylon Bee, where he portrays Satan in their popular satirical sketches. 🍺 Want…
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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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Jim O'Day is the executive director of Integrity Restored. In this episode, he joins Keith to discuss his spiritual journey from the life of New York nightclubs to discovering the beauty of the Catholic faith. This incredible conversation covers Jim's journey as a husband and father and, eventually, his work in the battle against impurity. Jim's li…
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Episode 231 - The "Personalization" of Porn
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15:47Jim discusses the frightening trend of customizable, personalized adult content and what it means -- how we can be aware of the changes and what to do about them. Even more time being spent isolating and consuming The fallacy of virtual relationships Potential legal issues
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IVF, Surrogacy, and Embryo Adoption (Stephanie Gray Connors) | Ep. 527
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2:13:05Stephanie Gray Connors is an international speaker and author of On IVF, known for addressing complex bioethical issues like infertility, abortion, and assisted suicide. She has given over 1,000 presentations across North America and internationally, including at Yale, UC Berkeley, and Google headquarters. Stephanie has debated prominent abortion a…
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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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Modern Art, Pornography, and Redemption (Andrew Klavan) | Ep. 526
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1:40:10Andrew Klavan is an American novelist, screenwriter, and video satirist. He is known for his political and cultural commentary on Daily Wire's The Andrew Klavan Show. 🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get episodes a week early, score a free PWA beer stein, and join exclusive live streams with me! Become an annual supporter at 👉 https://mattfr…
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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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Join us for a candid conversation about life, reversion, marriage, and what Gen. Z needs from the Catholic Church. Amber's website: https://the-religious-hippie.square.site/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX7C7Gh0oHVfvj5WKov_5HQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_religious_hippie X: https://x.com/HippieReligious To support the chan…
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Exorcism, Spiritual Warfare, and S*xuall Abuse (Fr. Dan Reehil) | Ep. 525
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2:18:19Father Dan Reehil is a Catholic priest who transitioned from a successful Wall Street career to the priesthood after a life-changing pilgrimage to Medjugorje in 1998. This spiritual conversion led him to leave New York after 9/11 and begin priestly formation in Boston. He was ordained in 2014 and now serves as the exorcist for the Diocese of Nashvi…
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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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Guys, this is serious. Seriously. (John Henry Spann) | Ep. 524
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3:26:05John Henry Spann is a Catholic husband and a father to five children, who he lives with on his farm in the southern Appalachians. He has worked in secondary education at all levels from football coach to principal. He is passionate about authentic, Catholic education, and is currently the Dean of Academics, at an orthodox Catholic K-12 hybrid schoo…
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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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7 Things Protestants Misunderstand About Christianity (Dr. John Bergsma) | Ep. 523
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4:07:56Dr. John Bergsma is a Full Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, in Steubenville, Ohio. He served as a Protestant pastor for four years before entering the Catholic Church in 2001 while pursuing a Ph.D. in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. He specializes in the Old Testament and the Dead Sea Scrolls, graduati…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Some people want Jesus all to themselves. No one can stop Jesus from saving people, except the people themselves. We can either build bridges or create obstacles. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051125.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now availabl…
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Episode 123- JonMarc Grodi- Bringing Converts Home
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1:25:17JonMarc Grodi joins Keith to discuss his faith journey and ministry to converts. The Coming Home Network https://chnetwork.org/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: Become a supporter and part of Keith's Locals community https://keithnester.locals.com We also have Patreon: https://patreon.com/keithnester Keith's website: https://down2earthm…
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Episode 230 - Charisms in Recovery with Jill Simons
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23:47In this episode, Jim is joined by Jill Simons, Executive Director of ManyPartsMinistries.com, to explain what charisms are, how do we know what are ours, and why are they important in recovery. Our temptations often illuminate the virtue we need to develop No matter what, we have great value in the eyes and heart of God Transitions in charisms may …
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From Protestant Missionary to Franciscan Friar (Br. Lawrence, C.F.R.) | Ep. 522
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2:56:22Br. Lawrence Joshua Johnson entered the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in 2015 and professed final vows in 2021. He has ministered in the Bronx and Nicaragua and currently resides in Yonkers, NY. He graduated with a degree in Religious Studies from Brown University, holds an M.T.S. degree from the University of Notre Dame, and is currently a tran…
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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…
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Episode 229 - Gimme 3 Steps with Jim O'Day
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18:05In this episode, Jim highlights lesson learned and three steps (ok, maybe a few more) that we can take to boost our recovery. There is no silver bullet to healing Changing vice to virtue is multifaceted We can't do it alone
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St. Faustina & the Divine Mercy: A Message for Our Time (Fr. Chris Alar) | Ep. 521
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2:20:14Father Chris Alar, MIC, is the Provincial Superior of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy Province of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception in the United States and Argentina. He wrote and produced the popular "Divine Mercy 101" and "Explaining the Faith" YouTube series and is the author of the bestselling books After Suicide: There'…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: He is Risen. Now what? God's Mission for us Persecution comes. Are we ready? The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042725.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP to recei…
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Kyle Whittington joins Keith to discuss his life and faith journey and why everyone wants to move to Steubenville, Ohio. Kyle's links: @CatholicKyle instagram.com/kylewhittingtonyt https://discord.com/invite/IpsumAudite Catholic Creator Conference: https://catholiccreatorconference.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: Become a supporte…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The truth of the resurrection. Lent is Over- what now? Setting your mind on what is above. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042025.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FRE…
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Christ died. . . for you. | Holy Week 2025
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Donald Trump, The Woke Right, and Russia's Invasion (Fr. Jason Charron) | Ep. 520
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1:13:42Fr. Jason Charron and his wife, Halyna live in Carnegie, PA. and are parents to seven children. He has been a priest in the Ukrainian Catholic Church since 2008, and currently serves in two parishes, as well as in a bi-ritual capacity with the Diocese of Pittsburgh. He has worked in education at the primary, secondary and post-secondary levels for …
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25 Rules for Spiritual Warfare from Jesus to St. Faustina
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1:04:56The following 25 rules for spiritual warfare are drawn from that revelation, recorded in entry 1760 of Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul. Jesus begins, “My daughter, I want to teach you about spiritual warfare,” and proceeds to offer clear, concrete instructions—commands, warnings, and consolations—meant to strengthen her soul for battle. These words,…
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Episode 228 - 5 Steps to Talk About Porn (Re-Broadcast)
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16:14In this episode, Jim takes you through 5 steps necessary to initiate a conversation with someone you care about regarding porn. Knowledge is key Vulnerability is your friend This is never a one and done conversation
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Evangelizing Online and What AI Will Never Replace (Fr. Gregory Pine) | Ep. 519
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3:35:15Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. is an instructor of dogmatic and moral theology at the Dominican House of Studies and an Assistant Director of the Thomistic Institute. He holds a doctorate from the University of Fribourg (Switzerland). He is the co-author of Credo: An RCIA Program and Marian Consecration with Aquinas as well as the author of Prudence: Choos…
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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The last week of Lent Setting our face like a flint Finishing strong. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041325.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP to receive free…
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Episode 121- The Question about Hell That Made Jewel become Catholic
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1:31:23Jewel Smith joins Keith to share her incredible story of conversion. Her story will change your life! To support the channel and Keith's ministry: Become a supporter and part of Keith's Locals community: https://keithnester.locals.com We also have Patreon: https://patreon.com/keithnester Keith's website: https://down2earthministry.org/…
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