The Bear Woznick Adventure challenges men to a deep, gritty and Manly Christianity. "The Most Radical Thing You Can Do In Life is Abandon Yourself To The Wild Adventure of God's Will." Discover the radical adventure of following God's will for your life every week on this one-hour show. PLUS Look for Bear's "Catechism in a Year" Daily 15 engaging discovery through each line of the Catholic Catechism.
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BWA720 Dr Ray Gaurendi | 5 Ways to Cultivate Family
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In this conversation, Dr. Ray Guarendi and Bear Woznick reflect on life, mortality, and faith. Dr. Ray recounts his recent triple bypass surgery and the humbling experience of recovery, realizing that even strength and fitness can’t shield us from vulnerability. Together, they discuss how aging, suffering, and death invite deeper reflection on eter…
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BWA719 Fr Mitch Pacwa St Paul Power of the Cross
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In this episode of The Bear Woznick Adventure, Mark Houck shares his story of faith, family, and manhood. He recalls the shocking FBI raid on his home in 2022 that left his children traumatized, but also how God’s grace carried him through to acquittal. Beyond the ordeal, Houck and Bear dive into deeper themes: the importance of fathers rising earl…
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BWA714 The Pope's Exorcist | Michael Lichens
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Michael Lichens discusses the remarkable life and ministry of Fr. Gabriele Amorth, the Vatican’s chief exorcist for decades. Known for his bold faith, pastoral warmth, and devotion to the Virgin Mary, Fr. Amorth performed tens of thousands of exorcisms and became a leading voice on spiritual warfare. Michael highlights Amorth’s humility, humor, and…
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In this emotionally powerful interview on the Bear Woznick Adventure, Dominique Davis—CEO of Project Defending Life in New Mexico—shares her deeply personal journey into pro-life advocacy. From witnessing a close friend's abortion at 19 to saving lives through compassionate support, Dominique recounts the spiritual warfare involved in defending bot…
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In this interview, Kevin Lowry introduces his new book, Honor Thy Wife, which explores how Catholic men can grow in virtue by honoring their wives in daily, practical, and spiritual ways. Drawing from scripture, Church teaching, and real-life experience, Kevin explains that honoring one’s wife is not just romantic—it’s sanctifying. The book aims to…
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BWA711 Well Ordered Family | Conor Galagher
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Anthony DeStefano, bestselling author of The Miracle Book: A Simple Guide to Asking for the Impossible, joins Bear Woznick to discuss how ordinary people can pray for miracles with confidence. With humor and theological depth, DeStefano shares seven paradoxes that shape effective miracle-seeking prayer—balancing action with surrender, personal fait…
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BWA709 Ben Steele | NFL Coaching & Life in Christ
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Ben Steele, NFL tight ends coach for the Arizona Cardinals and former NFL player, joins Bear Woznick to share his powerful journey of faith, fatherhood, and football. Raised Catholic in a small Colorado town, Ben returned to his faith more deeply after facing professional setbacks. He credits his family, coaching mentors, and Mass on the road with …
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BWA708 Pat Gervais | 12 Rules For Manliness - Where Have All The Cowboys Gone REAIR
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In this episode of the Bear Woznick Adventure, Bear and longtime friend Pat Gervais dive into the themes of Bear’s new book, 12 Rules for Manliness: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone? The episode blends humor, grit, and gospel truths as they reflect on manhood, spiritual leadership, fitness, and fatherhood. Through stories of personal challenge and m…
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BWA707 Matt Swaim | Charismatics, Pentacostals & the Catholic Faith
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Matt Swaim, host of the Sunrise Morning Show and producer at the Coming Home Network, joins Bear Woznick to discuss his journey from the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition to Catholicism. They dive into his latest project: Journeys Home 3, a collection of conversion stories from Pentecostal pastors and missionaries who became Catholic. The conversation ex…
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BWA706 Matthew Bunson | Pope Leo the 14th His Story
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Meet Pope Leo XIV: The First American Pope Link: • Meet Pope Leo XIV: The First American Pope Dr. Matthew Bunson joins Bear Woznick to discuss his new book, Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope. The conversation explores Pope Leo XIV’s deep spiritual and intellectual roots, his ties to Augustine and Aquinas, and his clear, unifying vision f…
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Kevin Wells, former Major League Baseball writer turned Catholic author, joins Bear Woznick to discuss his latest book, Coached by the Curé, inspired by the life of St. John Vianney. Aimed at parents, the book offers practical spiritual lessons from the patron saint of parish priests on raising children in an age of secularism. Wells emphasizes pra…
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BWA703 TRUTH ABOUT HELL | PATRICK O'HEARN
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In this gripping episode of the Bear Woznick Adventure, author Patrick O’Hearn discusses his book The Truth About Hell, confronting modern denial of hell’s existence. Drawing from Scripture, Church teaching, and the saints, O’Hearn describes hell as a real, freely chosen separation from God, marked by profound torment. The conversation emphasizes p…
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BWA704 DR ALEXANDER HARB | CATHOLIC MEDITATIONS DESERT FATHERS
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Dr. Alexander Harb, author of The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East, joins Bear Woznick to explore the heart-centered theology of Eastern Christianity. Together they dive into the mysticism of the early Church Fathers, the origins and meaning of the Jesus Prayer, and the fierce, solitary spirituality of the desert monks like…
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BWA701 GENTLEMEN LET'S SAVE THE WORLD | DOUG BARRY
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BWA700 TOM NEAL | POWER OF ROSARY FOR HOPE
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Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization for the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, shares his dramatic journey from atheism and spiritual confusion to a life anchored in Catholic faith. His testimony includes a powerful conversion sparked by a friend’s courage, a spiritual crisis known as the “Dark Night,” and a return to the Church through a providen…
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Jason Jones - Defend The Vulnerable | BWA699
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In this hard-hitting episode, Jim Valois joins Bear Woznick to expose modernism as the many-headed heresy infecting today’s Church and culture. A revert to the Catholic faith and author of Our Lady’s Prophecies, Jim shares his powerful conversion story—from reading the New Testament alone as a teenager to discovering the rich tradition of the Churc…
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BWA696 Msgr Charles Pope | The Hell There Is
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BWA695 100 Tough Questions | David Bonagura
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What happens when skeptics, seekers, and even fellow Catholics ask the hardest questions about the faith? In 100 Tough Questions for Catholics, David Bonagura offers clear, concise answers rooted in reason, Scripture, and Church teaching. In this interview, Bonagura discusses the real-life challenges that inspired the book—questions he encountered …
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BWA694 Teresa Tomeo | Navigating the Jubilee Year of Hope
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Skip navigationCreate10:00 / 52:40Travel Like a Catholic—How to Turn Any Trip Into a Spiritual JourneyBear Woznick Spirit of Adventure2.58K subscribersSubscribed2ShareDownload60 views Mar 29, 2025 ✪ Members first on February 26, 2025 Bear Woznick Adventure on EWTNTeresa Tomeo shares how travel isn’t just about sightseeing—it’s…
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BWA693 Plight of Post Modern Era | Bobby Angel
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The world today is like a ship with no anchor—adrift, lost, and tossed around by every new idea that comes along. We’ve abandoned truth, rewritten reality, and now we’re paying the price. Anxiety, confusion, and chaos are everywhere because we’ve got nothing solid to hold onto.That’s why Bobby Angel is here. His book, The Postmodern Predicament, ta…
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BWA692 Wierd Catholic Handbook | Michael Lichen
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The Weird & Wild Side of Catholicism—An Adventure in Faith! Bear Woznick sits down with Michael Lichens, author of The Weird Catholic Handbook, to dive into the strange, mysterious, and awe-inspiring aspects of the Catholic faith. From bone churches and medieval monks to dragons, werewolves, and skull-filled crypts, this discussion explores the biz…
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BWA691 Deacon Ben La Costa | Templar Knights
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From Brooklyn’s Tough Streets to the Catholic Altar—This is a True Man’s Journey of Faith! Deacon Ben LoCasto shares his raw, unfiltered story of how God pulled him from the darkness and led him into the adventure of a lifetime. From nearly joining the priesthood, falling into a rough crowd, escaping jail time, and later rediscovering his faith thr…
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Get ready for a wild ride through faith, adventure, and the battle for truth! Bear Woznick sits down with Steve Ray, a convert to Catholicism, biblical scholar, and seasoned traveler who has led over 200 pilgrimages to Israel. They dive into the power of faith, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the deep meaning behind biblical events like Jeric…
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BWA689 Scott French | Eucharistic Miracles
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Buckle up, warriors, because this is the real deal! The Eucharistic Miracles we’re talking about today aren’t just old legends or pious stories—they’re scientifically verified, supernaturally undeniable, and spiritually earth-shaking! Dr. Scott French, a real-life adventurer in faith and science, dives into how modern technology is backing up what …
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BWA688 Fr Mark Mary Ames | Rosary in a Year
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120 views Premiered Feb 15, 2025Father Mark-Mary Ames joins the show to talk to Bear about his new podcast The Rosary in a Year. Fr. Mark-Mary shares why a daily Rosary prayer fosters a deeper connection with God and how Mary is such gift from Jesus.Key takes from this episode:🌱 Growth through consistency: Regularly praying the Rosary fosters spiri…
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BWA687 Ted Scarpino | Fatherhood and Brotherhood
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Ted Scarpino joins the show to discuss the importance of fatherhood and brotherhood, emphasizing faith, mentoring sons, and fostering manly spirituality through activities like coaching and small group meetups.Key takes from this episode:1. Importance of Mentorship2. Fostering Faith and Spirituality3. Building Strong Relationships__________________…
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BWA686 FR Bryce Lundgren | Cowboy Priest | The Catholic Cowboy Way
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Father Bryce Lundgren, the Cowboy Priest and author of "The Catholic Cowboy Way," shares his journey of faith, pastoral responsibilities, and the importance of prayer and devotion, emphasizing manly spirituality and living authentically with God.Key tips from this episode: Mission comes from relationship The balance between action and contemplation…
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BWA685 Bud Macfarlane | Life is an Adventure
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Bud Macfarlane shares his transformative journey of walking and praying across the U.S., emphasizing spiritual warfare, manly virtues, and evangelization through faith and action.______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznickNEWEST BOOK "12 Rules for Manliness | Where Have All the Cowboys Gone" on A…
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BWA683 Stand Firm Be Strong | Fr Wade Menezes
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In this engaging interview from Waikiki Beach, Bear hosts Father Wade Menezes to discuss his new book 'Stand Firm, Be Strong: A Men's Catholic Daily Devotional of Scripture and Saints.' The conversation explores the importance of daily spiritual practice for men and provides insights into balancing body and soul in Catholic spirituality.___________…
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BWA682 Brewing a Catholic Option | Jared Staudt
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Bear is joined by Dr. Jared Stout, Content Director at Exodus 90 and a professor, to explore the fascinating history of beer and its deep connection to Western civilization.Beer wasn't just a drink, but a necessity for health and nourishment, often safer than water in ancient times. Learn how monks in northern France first added hops to beer, perfe…
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His time in prison led him to Christ | Eric Wardrum | BWA681
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Eric Wardrum, president and founder of Catholic Cross Bearers Motorcycle Ministry, joins Bear to talk about his journey to the Catholic faith. Wardrum shares his love for the people homeless people he meets as he rides across the country on his motorcycle. Tune in now!______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit…
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Jared Staudt, an accomplished author, dedicated teacher, and the Director of Content for Exodus 90, joins Bear on the show for an engaging conversation. Together, they delve into various topics, including the history and significance of beer, the transformative experience he had at the National Eucharistic Congress, and the impactful work he gets t…
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A mystical experience is born out of intense suffering for Catholic radio host Gus Lloyd. Lloyd, host of the SiriusXM radio show Seize the Day, experienced days of excruciating pain from shingles that changed his life. Tune in for this beautiful story and lessons on embracing suffering and turning "Why me?" into "Lord, what do you want me to learn …
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3 Ways to Fight the Demonic According to Fulton Sheen
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In 1974, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen announced his intention to write a book about the demonic. However, this book never came to fruition. Now, 50 years later, Fr. Dave Tomaszycki has pulled together all of Sheen's writing and brought the book "On the Demonic" to life._____________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.l…
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What Saints Say About the Sacred Heart of Jesus
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In 1974, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen announced his intention to write a book about the demonic. However, this book never came to fruition. Now, 50 years later, Fr. Dave Tomaszycki has pulled together all of Sheen's writing and brought the book "On the Demonic" to life._____________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.l…
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What Saints Say About the Sacred Heart of Jesus
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Fr. Donald Calloway is back and ready to dive into his new book, Sacred Heart Gems: Daily Wisdom on the Heart of Jesus.______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznickNEWEST BOOK "12 Rules for Manliness | Where Have All the Cowboys Gone" on Amazon or Bear's Online Store https://my-site-100622-104377.s…
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BWA676 Rabbles, Riots & Ruins | Mike Aquilina | Spirit of Adventure Ministries
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Mike Aquilina is BACK with a Brand-New Book! 🎉Our most frequent guest, Mike Aquilina, returns to the show, and this time he's bringing his latest masterpiece! 📚 Author of over 70 books (yes, 70!), Mike shares the spark that ignited his love of books and his journey to becoming a prolific author.But that’s not all – Bear and Mike tackle some tongue-…
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BWA675 Catholic Joe Thriller Novel | Steven Thomas | Spirit of Adventure Ministries
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Steven Thomas joins the show to share his adventures and the story of how following God's call led him to write his new novel, Catholic Joe: Superhero. ______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznickNEWEST BOOK "12 Rules for Manliness | Where Have All the Cowboys Gone" on Amazon or Bear's Online Stor…
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BWA674 Knowing God as Father | Terry Modica | Spirit of Adventure Ministries
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Terry Modica joins the show to discuss how suffering from a father wound can be healed. Terry is co-founder and Executive Director of Good News Ministries, author, international speaker, retreat director, photographer, podcast host, and faith formation teacher. In this episode:1. Men and the father wound2. Knowing God as Abba3. Learning to rest in …
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Unleashing the Faithful Warrior – Do You Belong in Bear’s Man Cave?
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Bear is joined by Dave Fortin & Trace "Big-Guns" Chamberlain in this episode to discuss their journey back to the Church and experience of the profound brotherhood they experience from the Man Cave.______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznickNEWEST BOOK "12 Rules for Manliness | Where Have All the…
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BWA672 Why America Went Communist | Dr. Stephen Baskerville | Spirit of Adventure Ministries
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Joining the show from Romania, Dr. Stephen Baskerville breaks down how the right has lost America. In his new book, "Who Lost America?: Why the United States Went 'Communist' and What to Do About It," Baskerville explains what went wrong and gives examples of what ordinary citizens can do to regain America. ______________________Discover Bear Wozni…
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BWA671 From Addiction to Catholicism | Deacon Lou Aaron | Spirit of Adventure Ministries
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In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Deacon Lou to explore his personal journey of faith, addiction, and God's healing power. Raised in the Catholic Church, Deacon Lou shares his struggle with alcoholism, his path to sobriety, and the life-changing moment when he surrendered to God. Through raw and honest storytelling, he opens up about how …
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BWA670 eMANgelization & Discipleship | Brian Miller | Spirit of Adventure Ministries
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brian Miller, the Director of Evangelization and Discipleship for the Archdiocese of St. Louis! Brian shares his journey from working in young adult ministry to leading the archdiocese through its All Things New initiative. Discover how COVID prompted a fresh vision for evangelization and discipleship, foc…
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BWA669 Life Is A Journey - Discussing GK Chesterton | Brady Stiller | Spirit of Adventure Ministries
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In this thought-provoking episode, we welcome Brady Stiller, a 2020 Notre Dame University valedictorian, author, and deep thinker. Join us as Brady shares insights from his new book, "Your Life is a Story: G.K. Chesterton and the Paradox of Freedom." Brady discusses the influence of Chesterton on his life, the philosophical tensions of freedom, and…
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BWA668 Put the Vigor in Virtue | Deacon Don Prendergast
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Join us in this inspiring episode with Deacon Don Prendergast! Deacon Don shares his incredible journey from a military man and NYPD detective to a deacon in the Orlando Diocese. We discuss what it means to live an authentic life of manliness and virtue in today’s world. From his roots in the Boy Scouts to his powerful ordination moment at St. Patr…
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Grammy-award-winning Catholic music giant John Michael Talbot joins the show to share new music and his new autobiography, "Late Have I Loved You." Talbot shares his conversion from spiritualism to the Catholic Church in the 1970s and more!______________________Discover Bear Woznick Deep Adventure Ministries: http://bit.ly/BearWoznickNEWEST BOOK "1…
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BWA665 Can Catholics Survive Divorce? | Rose Sweet
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Speaker and author of numerous books on divorce, annulment, and remarriage, Rose Sweet joins the show to discuss an issue that many Catholics find themselves facing...Divorce. A topic that is shrouded in shame and confusion, Rose openly shares her experience of multiple divorces and annulments. She explains what helped her to heal and how the Churc…
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