Best Shepherds Conference Podcasts (2025)

This year, four remarkable men passed away — John MacArthur, Voddie Baucham, James Dobson, and Charlie Kirk. A bold expository preacher, MacArthur defended the Lordship of Christ and the true Gospel for 56 years, refusing to close his church during the COVID-19 lockdowns. Baucham, another lion in the pulpit, championed Scripture’s teaching on the s…

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El 'sí' de María y nuestro camino al cielo 12:52

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Homilía dada el 6 de diciembre de 2025 en la Catedral de Santa María de la Asunción.By Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone

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Archbishop Cordileone First Sunday of Advent Homily 10:47

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Homily given November 30, 2025, at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption.By Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone

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A Priest in the Family 25:29

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By Mount St. Mary's Seminary

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Strong – A Call to Strengthen What Remains 29:17

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The Western church is in shambles. It has become lukewarm and compromised because of a love for the world, a lack of an awestruck fear of God, and a watered-down view of His grace and sovereignty. In answer to this crisis Kevin Swanson has issued an urgent call-to-arms in his new book, Strong: An Urgent Call to Strengthen the Things that Remain. Pu…

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“Who Gives This Woman?” 20:10

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“Who gives this woman to be married to this man?” In most weddings today, these words are just a quaint formality. But what stands behind them is a timeless biblical principle—that parents have the authority to give or withhold consent in their children’s marriages. The truth is, parents generally know their children better than they know themselve…

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Episode 4 | The Church Militant Podcast, Social Justice & the 2026 Shepherds' Conference 1:01:09

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Join us in this episode, where Pastors Joey DeRuntz and Justin Hornbaker continue their assessment of the church's retreat from the public square, leading into the recent Woke/Social Justice controversy and the concerns raised by the 2026 Shepherds' Conference speaker lineup. If you haven't listened to previous episodes in this regard, please visit…

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Episode 3 | The Church Militant Podcast: “Just Preach the Gospel,” Emphasis or Exclusion? 51:42

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In this episode, pastors Joey DeRuntz and Justin Hornbaker take on the common quip "just preach the gospel!" and its various forms. They address this common error that pits the redemptive mandate against the cultural mandate. References and Credits: "Summer" from "Four Seasons" by Antonio Vivaldi, www.classicals.de "Act Like Men" by Graceborne and …

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The Lifegiving Distinctions of the Sexes 24:45

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How can Christian men and women live faithfully in a world confused over sexuality and gender? The answer is simple — amidst the moral chaos, embrace God’s beautiful design for manhood and womanhood. Hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm discuss this subject with pastor Michael Clary. Clary’s new book, God’s Good Design, is a compelling call for men and…

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Rector's Conference on Priests with Grateful Hearts 25:21

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By Mount St. Mary's Seminary

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How to Cultivate a Child’s Affection 20:51

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How do parents cultivate a child’s affection? First and foremost, model love in your marriage. You can be perfect technicians in child training, but if you’re snippety toward your spouse, you’ll undo everything—so teach your children, by example, what loving respect is through your conversations. Second, give clear expectations and hold your childr…

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Episode 2 | The Church Militant Podcast: Ecumenism and Co-Belligerency 44:30

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In this podcast, pastors Justin Hornbaker and Joey DeRuntz explain the doctrines of sphere sovereignty, co-belligerency, and common grace in light of the church's responses to Charlie Kirk. For a more thorough argument for co-belligerency and sphere sovereignty, read these articles by Pastor Joey in Master's Bible Church blog: "A Rejoinder to Don G…

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Episode 1 | The Church Militant Podcast: The Death of Charlie Kirk and the Rise of Neo-Monasticism 46:35

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Episode 1 | The Church Militant Podcast: The Death of Charlie Kirk and the Rise of Neo-Monasticism In this podcast, pastors Justin Hornbaker and Joey DeRuntz introduce the podcast, discuss the death of Charlie Kirk, and evaluate the fallout from this tragic event in the evangelical church. To watch this episode, visit: https://youtu.be/XDWFE_d_rKM …

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St. Francis' Devotion to Our Lady and Lady Poverty 20:58

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By Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone

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From Broken Home to Building Homes: The Life Story of Michael Clary 26:44

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Michael Clary grew up in Huntington, West Virginia, in the shadow of the Marshall University plane crash that marked his hometown. Ministry ran deep in his family line—his great-grandfather and grandfather were both Baptist preachers—but his own childhood was shaken when his parents divorced at age seven. Shuttling between households, Michael exper…

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2024 Day of Recollection – Conference 3 37:03

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On October 27, 2024, Fr. John Corbett, O.P. preached our Day of Recollection on The Human Person as Imago Dei. This is the third of three conferences, entitled Being and Bearing the Image Today.By St. Cecilia Chapter of Lay Dominicans

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2024 Day of Recollection – Conference 2 33:35

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On October 27, 2024, Fr. John Corbett, O.P. preached our Day of Recollection on The Human Person as Imago Dei. This is the second of three conferences, entitled The Image of God in the Life of Faith, Hope, and Love.By St. Cecilia Chapter of Lay Dominicans

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2024 Day of Recollection – Conference 1 51:27

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On October 27, 2024, Fr. John Corbett, O.P. preached our Day of Recollection on The Human Person as Imago Dei. This is the first of three conferences, entitled The Human Person as God’s Steward of Creation.By St. Cecilia Chapter of Lay Dominicans

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When Lenience Is Cruelty - Legacy of Pampering Parents 21:30

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“Hands-off” parenting advocates scorn the use of physical correction, but what does the Bible say? Hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by Scott’s wife Deborah, explain that disobedience, dishonor, and dishonesty call for the rod. And how should such correction be pursued? First, make sure there is a fault committed that has just cause. Second,…

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Act Like Men - Come to the Shepherd’s Conference 23:54

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We’ve lost the strong man. Kevin Swanson is holding the Act Like Men Conference to restore men to their God-given role. On the whole, men today are AWOL, having departed from the Biblical picture of leadership and love. 60% of Master’s degrees are awarded to women. 57% of boys are born without fathers. So, what’s the solution to this crisis? Hosts …

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Rector's Conference on Priests with a Heart for the Poor 23:57

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By Mount St. Mary's Seminary

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Teach Them to Work 27:16

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What do parents need to do to faithfully raise their children? William Gouge has the answers. Hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by Scott’s wife Deborah, give five critical actions parents should take drawing from William Gouge’s, A Holy Vision for Raising Children. First, engage in focused parenting while your child are young; don’t wait til…

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Why Young People Delay Turning to Christ 23:02

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Why do young people not turn the Christ? Hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by guest Carlton McLeod, answer this question, giving ten common lies that ensnare unsaved youth: (1) you’ll be deprived of pleasure; (2) faithfulness to God is impossible; (3) you’ll be beset by trials and tribulations; (4) you'll be reproached; (5) you won’t be pros…

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Rector's Conference on The Priest as the Friend of the Bridegroom 25:27

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By Mount St. Mary's Seminary

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Rector's Conference on Formation as a Transformation of the Heart 24:42

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By Mount St. Mary's Seminary

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Christianity Is a Warzone—Train Your Sons Like Generals 24:27

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The Christian faith is about more than inner piety; it must openly manifest itself in the real-life battle lines of our earthly walk. In this podcast, hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by guest Carlton McLeod, discuss the Christian’s call to battle. Our engagement must be built on God’s Word and then put into practice. Fathers must reject pa…

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It’s Good to Be a Man 21:29

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Toxic masculinity is a real thing. Yet in responding to such abuses, many Christians are afraid to boldly stand on God’s established order, which is this—men, not women, are made to rule in the family, church, and civil sphere. Hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm discuss this dilemma with Michael Foster, author of the handbook, It’s Good to Be a Man. …

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"It's Good to Know Jesus": The Life Story of Michael Foster 31:50

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Michael grew up in a rough household. Most nights, he heard his parents fight, and on more than one occasion, he covered his father’s sleeping body up on the sidewalk near their home after a drunken bout. Pent up anger led Michael to disruptive outbursts at school, prompting his mom to ship him to live with his grandmother, a tough German woman who…

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Homily for Mass for the Opening Administrators Conference 9:53

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Homily given August 12, 2025, at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption.By Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone

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Words Feminists Hate – ‘Ask Your Husband at Home’ 14:37

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What Bible verses do feminists most hate? 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 are near the top: “Let your women keep silent in the churches, for they are not permitted to speak; but they are to be submissive, as the law also says. And if they want to learn something, let them ask their own husbands at home; for it is shameful for women to speak in church.” Host…

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Get Equipped to Evangelize 20:30

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What are you doing to evangelize the lost? The truth is, the crushing need of all of humanity is for a Savior. Whether you’re “nice” and well-to-do or living in the slums, your only hope from the just wrath of God is through the Gospel, which “is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes” (Rom. 1:16). In this podcast, hosts Scott Brow…

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The Best Seminary Is Your Dinner Table 19:03

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Not every son will become an elder, but the requirements for this office (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9) give a great benchmark for every father to strive for as they train their boys. Hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm discuss the essence of these qualities with Alexander Strauch. Their summary: All fall into three main categories: (1) evidence of matur…

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The Bi-Vocational Elders Wife 27:37

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What makes a good elder’s wife? Thankfully, we’re not left to wonder—as she “must be reverent, not slanderers, temperate, faithful in all things” (1 Tim. 3:11). In this podcast, Scott Brown and Jason Dohm welcome guest Alexander Strauch to break down these four elements. Strauch explains that an elder’s wife must, first, be worthy of respect. Secon…

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Unraveling Feminism in the Church 29:21

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Over the last century, feminism has radically reshaped how the family, church, and state are led. While God’s Word calls on men to helm these spheres, even churches in more “conservative” denominations have compromised, allowing women to take on public roles not condoned in Scripture. Professing Christians have also slid from God’s standards in how…

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Big Boys Don’t Cry 22:19

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You’ve heard the mantra—men, today, need “to get in touch with their feminine side.” But this is utter nonsense. In this podcast, hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by Carlton McLeod, declare the Scripture’s call for men to “act like men” and “be strong” (1 Cor. 16:13). This doesn’t mean that males are to show no emotion—as Jesus wept (John 1…

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Don’t Fear the Economy - Trust God and Sleep Well 20:11

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Men are called by God to labor. Yet the uncertainty of financial markets, as well as the idolization of wealth, can prod men to fretfully toil beyond what is wise. What’s the answer to the problem? In this podcast, hosts Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by Carlton McLeod, turn to Psalm 127 for direction: Don’t fear the economy, but trust God, wor…

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Be Done with Podcast Shrinks – Find a Real Personal Shepherd 23:03

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When push comes to shove, who’s really shaping you in your walk with God? Sadly, most Christians today have “ten thousand instructors,” as Paul wrote, “but not many . . . fathers” (1 Cor. 4:15). The truth is, it’s far easier to look to popular podcasters to guide us, rather than seeking out the interpersonal influence of godly mentors as personal s…

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10 Reasons Families Should Eat Together Daily 26:30

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In today’s world, families rarely eat together. Yet this is a far cry from the biblical model, which pictures family mealtime as a blessing, describing “children like olive plants all around [one’s] table” (Ps. 128:3). In this podcast, Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by special guest Bill Roach, give ten reasons families should eat together dail…

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The Priest's Call to Lead the Way for the Church to Model Unity for the World 17:34

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Homily given June 7, 2025, at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption.By Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone

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Strong – An Urgent Call to Strengthen the Things that Remain 26:47

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The Western church is in shambles. It has become lukewarm and compromised because of a love for the world, a lack of an awestruck fear of God, and a watered-down view of His grace and sovereignty. In answer to this crisis Kevin Swanson has issued an urgent call-to-arms in his new book, Strong: An Urgent Call to Strengthen the Things that Remain. Pu…

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A June Retreat for Daughters - The Beauty of Womanhood 15:24

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Join us on June 20-21 at the Brown Family Farm for this special time of refreshment for dads and their girls. Enjoy outdoor activities, together, such as volleyball, canoe races, and archery, even as you take in practical messages on the beauty of biblical womanhood. God created women to do particular things—the most wonderful things! They take car…

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Beyond Modesty – How Should We Dress as Christians? 20:08

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What should we wear and not wear? When most Christians think about acceptable clothing, they’re inclined to debate a woman’s skirt length or other feminine attire. But the Bible goes much deeper than that. In this podcast, Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by special guest Jeff Pollard, discuss Scott’s new book, Beyond Modesty: Tracing the Meaning…

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What Should Women’s Ministry Look Like? 20:45

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What should women's ministry look like in the church? In this podcast, Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by special guest Jeff Pollard, answer this question by breaking down the key elements of women’s ministry given by Paul in Titus 2. The Scriptures’ directives are clear—women aren’t to teach other men, yet they are to play an active role in dis…

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Fr Andrew Bulso on Canon Law 55:48

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Fr. Andrew Bulso, a priest of the Diocese of Nashville, spoke to our Chapter on Canon Law on May 4, 2025.By St. Cecilia Chapter of Lay Dominicans

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Every Christian Is a Counselor 24:12

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Every Christian is a counselor—whether we realize it or not. The question is: what worldview do we draw from when we give advice? In this podcast, Scott Brown and Jason Dohm, joined by special guest Jason Winslade, discuss the folly of secular psychology—which assumes that man is basically good—and even some Christian counseling, which baptizes Fre…

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The Sins of Women 25:23

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Satan desires to corrupt every aspect of a woman’s life—from her relationships and friendships to her self-perception, empathy, and even her motherhood. In this podcast, Scott Brown and Jason Dohm discuss this battle with Tilly Dillehay, author of Dear Hemlock. Her new book—which is modeled after C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters—offers an eye-opening …

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Rector's Conference on Qualities of a Good Priest 27:27

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By Mount St. Mary's Seminary

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A Top Ten Book for Your Family 10:44

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We need strong families. An outside the Bible, one of the best books you’ll find to build yours up is The Theology of the Family. In this podcast, Scott Brown and Jason Dohm discuss this treasure trove of biblical wisdom. Drawing from the Reformers and Puritans, it features rich biblical gems from 56 different authors on: (1) fatherhood and motherh…

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A Generational Faith - The Life Story of Bradley Pierce 24:35

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Raised with blue-collar roots in the Houston area, Bradley Pierce was blessed with a strong Christian family from a young age. The close-knit Pierce clan embraced the faith for generations, with his Papa and Nana hosting the family for weekly Sunday dinners after church. Realizing his sin and need of a Savior, Bradley professed Christ and was bapti…