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Son Rise Morning ShowSon Rise Morning ShowSon Rise Morning Show 2025.05.05Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson from EWTN News, Fr. Patrick Briscoe from Our Sunday Visitor, Teresa Tomeo from Catholic Connection and Brendan Hodge from The Pillar to look at the biggest stories headed into this week’s conclave to elect a new pope. Other guests include Fr. John Gavin with more wisdom from the Church Fathers, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Prayer for priests O Jesus, I pray Thee for Thy faithful and ferven...2025-05-053h 00The Cassandra Blanco PodcastThe Cassandra Blanco PodcastWhat is an Addiction, How Addictions are Formed, Tools to Stop Addiction | Dr. Mario Sacasa | Ep. 43Send us a textMario Sacasa,  @drmariosacasa , is a licensed marriage and family therapist and operates a private counseling practice in Charlotte, NC. He earned a Ph.D. in counselor education and supervision from the University of Holy Cross in New Orleans, LA. He also holds a combined M.S./ Ed.S. in marriage and family counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He is married and has four sons. The focus of his career is finding the points of integration between the Catholic-Christian faith and sound counseling practices. This integrated perspective informs al...2025-05-0540 minSon Rise Morning ShowSon Rise Morning ShowSon Rise Morning Show 2025.05.02Happy feast of St. Athanasius of Alexandria! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his role in implementing the Council of Nicea. Guests include Dr. Matthew Bunson with more insights into the cardinal electors, Andrew Petiprin with more thoughts on how the Catholic Faith is not a mere ideology, and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of St. Athanasius Almighty ever-living God...2025-05-023h 00Talks with MegTalks with MegQ & A with Claire and MegJoin Claire and I as we answer questions sent in by you! Give the podcast a follow @thetalkswithmegpodcastBook recommendations: Gift & Grit by Andrew and Sarah SwaffordBefriending Your Inner Child by Brya Hanan The Interior Castle by St. Theresa of Avila Embracing Edith Stein by Anne Costa 2025-03-141h 15Knox Brew StoriesKnox Brew StoriesKnox Brew Stories: 11/18/24 (Andrew Swafford & Jack Neely)Knox Brew Stories is a weekly live radio show and podcast that offers an in-depth look at the craft beer scene in Knoxville, and the latest craft beer news from around the country and all over the world.Support us on Patreon! Head to https://www.patreon.com/knoxbrewstories to check out the different ways you can show your support while receiving exclusive content, a shoutout on-air, and backstage passes to members-only events and merch!In this episode you’ll find our regular weekly news about craft beer, as well as:...2024-11-1900 minRoadmap To Heaven with Adam WrightRoadmap To Heaven with Adam WrightJuly 19, 2024 (NEC Day 3: Virtue and Mission)its day three of the National Eucharistic Congress. Benedictine College Theology Professor Dr. Andrew Swafford and his wife Sarah Swafford visit with Adam and Patty to discuss family and virtuous living as part of revival. Jason Shanks will soon begin his tenure as President of the National Eucharistic Revival. He shares how the mission goes forward after this moment within the movement.  2024-07-1955 minCatholicism 101: Forever Learning and Living the FaithCatholicism 101: Forever Learning and Living the FaithE5: The Priesthood (Catholic or Protestant: What's the Difference?)Submit a Question Here!For Episodes 2-10 we'll be diving into the 9 key differences between Catholicism and Protestantism in a series called Catholic or Protestant: What's the Difference?In today's episode we'll be exploring the Catholic Priesthood and what makes it different from Protestant Ministers called Priests. We'll also be talking about Priests acting In Persona Christi Capitis,  as well as apostolic succession and the Episcopate (Bishops), the Indelible Mark of Priesthood and, lastly, why only men can be ordained Priests.Code of Canon Law, Canon 1008: “By divine institution, some of the...2024-07-1019 minLiving FullnessLiving FullnessS05 Ep15 - Gift & Grit - Book Study Pt 1 - Friendship & SrodowiskoWe start part one of our book study on Gift & Grit written by friends of our ministry, Dr Andrew and Sarah Swafford, we reflect on the significance of identity, purpose, meaning, and perseverance in our personal journeys, plus so much more.   Timestamps: 00:31 – 13:56 = Book Introduction and Context (Gift and Grit) 13:57 – 28:35 = Friendships. 28:36 – 40:56 = Vulnerability, Intimacy and Accountability with Friends. 40:57 – 57:04 = Male and Female Friendships. 57:05 – 59:17 = Truth Beauty & Goodness.   If you enjoy our Show Notes, you can listen to our Living Fullness Podcast on Spotify, Apple podcasts, directly from our website or watch our g...2024-06-1159 minFive Books for CatholicsFive Books for CatholicsEpisode 57: Biblical Typology - Interview with Dr. Andrew SwaffordThe books recommended in this episode are:A Father Who Keeps His Promises: God's Covenant Love in Scripture by Scott HahnThe Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism: A New Theory of People, Exile, and Israelite Identity by Jason A. StaplesJesus and the Last Supper by Brant PitreActs and the Isaianic New Exodus by David W. PaoGod with Us: Encountering Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew by Edward Sri ...and some extra recommendations...Sin: A History by Gary AndersonWages of Cross-Bearing and Debt of Sin by Nathan EubankSacramental Charity, Creditor Christology, and the Economy of Salvation in Luke's...2024-05-1028 minKnox Brew StoriesKnox Brew StoriesKnox Brew Stories - 04/08/24 (Andrew Swafford & Tim Vacek)Knox Brew Stories is a weekly live radio show and podcast that offers an in-depth look at the craft beer scene in Knoxville, and the latest craft beer news from around the country and all over the world.Support us on Patreon! Head to https://www.patreon.com/knoxbrewstories to check out the different ways you can show your support while receiving exclusive content, a shoutout on-air, and backstage passes to members-only events and merch!In this episode you’ll find our regular weekly news about craft beer, as well as:...2024-04-0900 minThe Benedictine DialoguesThe Benedictine DialoguesSarah Swafford | Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and RelationshipsSarah Swafford is a globally recognized Catholic speaker and author. Her latest book, co-authored with her husband, Dr. Andrew Swafford, is entitled "Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships." Listen in as we discuss her work, the challenges facing relationships today, and the great need to invite people to know Christ as a life of adventure. Benedictine College is transforming culture in America, one conversation at a time. From our studios in Atchison, Kansas these are The Benedictine Dialogues. To enjoy the free series “Faith and Science: Creation” visit media.bene...2024-03-1358 minRestored: Helping Children of DivorceRestored: Helping Children of Divorce#115: The Antidote to a Life of Emptiness | Dr. Andrew & Sarah SwaffordIt’s said that Henry David Thoreau once wrote, “Most men lead lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them.” Doesn’t that describe our culture? A culture that’s hooked on comfort and so void of meaning. But thankfully, Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford have a solution to that problem. In this episode, we discuss: What holds us back from lives and relationships full of meaning?What’s needed to live a life of meaning and happiness?How do we navigate the dating sc...2024-01-301h 04The Bible Timeline Show (with Jeff Cavins)The Bible Timeline Show (with Jeff Cavins)Biblical Warfare: How Was It OK?! (with Dr. Andrew Swafford)Destruction, death of innocents, warfare…all themes that you will find in the pages of the Old Testament. The Bible is not free of pain, suffering, and evil, sometimes making it difficult to read. Why did God allow these things? Was it his will that these things happen? If you are asking these questions, good. Dr. Andrew Swafford joins Jeff Cavins to answer these questions and lead us to a better understanding of why bad things happen in Sacred Scripture. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode: SanctiFind. Learn more at https://www.sanctifind.com/. ...2024-01-161h 18The Fire Up PodcastThe Fire Up Podcast92_Checkpoints Before DatingIn this episode, Simon interviews Dr Andrew Swafford, husband of the much loved Sarah Swafford, about all things love, dating and relationships. If you have ever wondered if a guy and a girl can be best friends, if there is a such thing as being too picky or even why men can't seem to make up their minds about a girl, then this episode is for you! If you have half as much fun listening to this conversation as I did having it, it'll be your favourite podcast episode of the year! ________________________ Book link: ascensionpress.com/GiftandGrit Press release...2023-11-1309 minAlways HopeAlways Hope133 - Meaning, Grit, and #adulting | Dr. Andrew and Sarah SwaffordAlright young adults, here’s your episode on how to navigate the complexities of friendship, romance, and life’s challenges. In today’s episode, I welcome Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford, authors of the new book “Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships”, published by Ascension Press. We have a wonderful conversation about the importance finding meaning in life, learning how to navigate the oversaturation of content found online, seeing life as a story and learning the important part that you play in it, the gift of boredom, giving space to process...2023-10-171h 12The Fire Up PodcastThe Fire Up Podcast87_How to Grow In Certainty Before Entering Into a RelationshipIn this episode, Simon interviews Dr Andrew Swafford, husband of the much loved Sarah Swafford, about all things love, dating and relationships. If you have ever wondered if a guy and a girl can be best friends, if there is a such thing as being too picky or even why men can't seem to make up their minds about a girl, then this episode is for you! If you have half as much fun listening to this conversation as I did having it, it'll be your favourite podcast episode of the year! ________________________ Book link: ascensionpress.com/GiftandGrit Press release...2023-10-1006 minLust is BoringLust is Boring94. Can Men and Women Be Friends? w/Sarah and Dr. Andrew Swafford.In today's episode, Jason interviews Sarah and Dr. Andrew Swafford on their latest book, Gift & Grit, about developing meaningful and joy-filled relationships through a life of virtue. Together, they'll discuss: Can men and women be friends?  Common pitfalls of M/F relationships, prevent?  How are the wounds of men and women similar/different? Settling vs. being too picky – where’s the balance?  Grit needed in relationships?  How about marriage?  Is chastity the friend or foe of love? Come with us to Italy! https://chastity.com/pilgrimage/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jasonevert Get a Copy of...2023-09-251h 06The Cordial CatholicThe Cordial Catholic218: How to have Meaningful Catholic Relationships (w/ Andrew and Sarah Swafford)In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Andrew and Sarah Swafford to talk about the idea of virtue and how to have meaningful Catholic relationships at all stages of life.Dr. Andrew Swafford and his wife Sarah are the authors of Gift and Grit: How Herotic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships our from Ascension Press. Sarah, the founder of Emotional Virtue Ministries is a sought after speaker on these kinds of topics and is joined by her husband Dr. Andrew Swafford, theology professor at Benedictine College, to discuss their perspectives, as a...2023-09-2057 minKd Comedy PodcastsKd Comedy Podcasts109. Celebrity Boxing Matches you Won't Believe Happened!! - Squishy Logic | The Kd Comedy PodcastComedians Kd & Nathan Parish sit down for another episode of Squishy Logic with ya boys. This week they watch a selection of celebrity boxing matches, i.e the original YouTube boxing. With fights featuring a film director beating up his critics, a prime minister beating up a senator, a comedian, a diva, a disgraced Olympian & much more You can check out more of Nathans content via the @ItsDeadManDancin channel, including Ad Breaker, Co-op comedians, Post Apocalyptic Metal Treehouse (PAMT also available as a podcast via Spotify, Apple & wherever you get your podcast from) & much more. For more of Kds...2023-09-092h 16grurhirygripbookgrurhirygripbook!^READPDF$ The Great Adventure Catholic Bible (Paperback) [PDF] DOWNLOAD READ**Download The Great Adventure Catholic Bible (Paperback) Full Edition,Full Version,Full Book** by Andrew Swafford Reading Now at : https://happyreadingebook.club/?book=1950784622 OR DOWNLOAD EBOOK NOW! 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In their book on Gift & Grit, they've put together lessons and stories with clear human formation so that we can all become more of who we are and be gifts to others in our lives. We were blessed to have this conversation and we are so excited for you to listen to it! Let's...2023-08-221h 11The Benedictine DialoguesThe Benedictine DialoguesDr. Andrew Swafford | Why We Read the Old TestamentDr. Andrew Swafford is Professor of Theology at Benedictine College in Atchison, KS. He is a national speaker on a variety of topics, and the co-author of a new book, "A Catholic Guide to the Old Testament." He's also the author of numerous other books on theology and living the Catholic faith. Andrew holds a doctorate in Sacred Theology and a masters degree in Old Testament and Semitic Languages. Listen in as we discuss the importance of studying the Old Testament, the Judaic roots of Christianity, and lessons from sacred scripture for our everyday life. Stick around until the...2023-08-2252 minAll Things Catholic with Dr. Edward SriAll Things Catholic with Dr. Edward SriRelationships and Heroic Virtue (with Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford)What does it mean to have heroic virtue? Today, Dr. Sri is joined by Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford to discuss their new book Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue can change your life and relationships. Together, they talk about the challenges young people are facing spiritually and socially. Snippet from the Show Chastity liberates love from use. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox. Support All Things Catholic with Dr. Edward Sri2023-08-0827 minTrending with Timmerie - Catholic Principles applied to today\'s experiences.Trending with Timmerie - Catholic Principles applied to today's experiences.Interior FreedomDr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford discuss Pope Saint John Paul II on how to find interior freedom (1:49) and the grit necessary to live and enjoy freedom. (16:00) On Trending with Timmerie she unpacks “What is Freedom? and the Theology of the Body on the historic understanding of the human person.  (30:42)   Resources mentioned :    https://theswaffords.com/   Book Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationship https://ascensionpress.com/products/gift-and-grit-how-heroic-virtue-can-change-your-life-and-relationships 2023-07-0751 minTrending with TimmerieTrending with TimmerieInterior FreedomDr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford discuss Pope Saint John Paul II on how to find interior freedom (1:49) and the grit necessary to live and enjoy freedom. (16:00) On Trending with Timmerie she unpacks “What is Freedom? and the Theology of the Body on the historic understanding of the human person.  (30:42)   Resources mentioned :    https://theswaffords.com/   Book Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationshiphttps://ascensionpress.com/products/gift-and-grit-how-heroic-virtue-can-change-your-life-and-relationships2023-07-0751 minThe Catholic GentlemanThe Catholic GentlemanOvercoming Fear and Confusion with Grit (w/ Dr. Andrew Swafford)In life we all face hardships, fear of the unknown, and the temptation to choose a lesser good depending on the circumstances. Sam and John are joined by Dr. Andrew Swafford to discuss how to handle these situations and how to do so with an unwavering sense of purpose. Dr. Swafford explains how by seeing your life as a Gift and having the right amount of Grit, you can handle these difficulties with peace and even joy. This is a truly enjoyable conversation. Gift and Grit: How Heroic Virtue Can Change Your Life and Relationships - ascensionpress...2023-07-0657 minPop Culture CatechismPop Culture CatechismPurity Culture & Social Media w/ The Swaffords - Ep69This is def a PG-13 episode so don’t listen to this with young ears around. Hook up Culture vs Purity Culture? Sex Positivity vs Chastity? Dr Andrew & Sarah Swafford join us to talk about the messages regarding sex that we receive through social media and what is more harmful than helpful. This is a long episode and we cover A LOT including: - Do chastity talks even work? - What does purity culture get wrong? - Should the Church be more sex positive? - Why do women have to be the guardians of purity, modesty, and virtue? - Wh...2023-06-121h 21Yes CatholicYes CatholicLive with Dr. Andrew & Sarah SwaffordSend us a textFollow @yes.catholic on Instagram to join us and hear more inspiring stories from Yes Catholics around the world. Thanks for Tuning in to Yes Catholic! We’re so grateful you joined us for this episode. If this story inspired you, be sure to like, share, and subscribe to keep saying Yes to Jesus with us. Stay connected with the Yes Catholic community on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube @yes.catholic for more powerful testimonies and faith-filled content. Your support helps us continue sha...2023-05-2257 minThe Fire Up PodcastThe Fire Up Podcast76_Love, Dating and RelationshipsCan a guy and a girl really be best friends? In this episode, Simon interviews Dr Andrew Swafford, husband of the much loved Sarah Swafford, about all things love, dating and relationships. If you have ever wondered if a guy and a girl can be best friends, if there is a such thing as being too picky or even why men can't seem to make up their minds about a girl, then this episode is for you! If you have half as much fun listening to this conversation as I did having it, it'll be your favourite podcast episode...2023-05-1558 minThe Passive Road To RetirementThe Passive Road To RetirementHow To: Legally raise capital with Kyle SwaffordKyle Swafford, represents private equity clients in the merger and acquisition of distressed assets and companies and the turnaround of corporate operations both in the United States. He represents real estate investors in acquisitions and dispositions of multifamily and self-storage assets, including conducting due diligence, preparing purchase and sale documents, reviewing title and survey issues, and negotiating financing documents. Kyle will represent real estate investors in the negotiation and formation of joint venture partnerships with equity partners to purchase and operate commercial real estate and corporate assets. Kyle also serves as outside general counsel to many small businesses and counsel...2023-05-0452 minPanhandle Weight Loss CenterPanhandle Weight Loss Center#27 - Andrew Swafford - Patient TestimonialDr. Blue interviews Andrew Swafford. Andrew is a sleeve patient that shares his journey to surgery and after surgery. Andrew has a unique story in that he worked in the medical device industry and was very educated on the lifestyle component of the journey (because he had to listen to us talk about it through many hours of surgery!). We hope you enjoy!2023-04-2929 minEvery Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Importance of Understanding the Old Testament (with Dr. Andrew Swafford)In order to fully comprehend what Christ did for us, it is essential that we also understand the Old Testament. Today, Mike is joined by Dr. Andrew Swafford to discuss the importance of studying the Old Testament in order to deepen our knowledge of Christ and become more effective in evangelization. Snippet from the Show You’ll never fully appreciate Jesus until you see him as bringing about the fulfillment and culmination of this great story that has gone on since the beginning of time. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@as...2023-02-0842 minCatholic Radio IndyCatholic Radio IndyFAITH IN ACTION: Marriage on Purpose Ministry at St. Malachy Parish, BrownsburgMarriage on Purpose Ministry at St. Malachy Parish, Brownsburg -  This segment of Faith in Action our guest Nathanael Rea, Director of Evangelization and Adult Faith Formation at St. Malachy Parish, Brownsburg, talks with Corky Aiken and Brigid Ayer about this marriage enrichment program called Marriage On Purpose Ministry and an upcoming event scheduled for Saturday, February 11th at St. Malachy in Brownsburg featuring national speakers Dr. Andrew & Sarah Swafford.  For more details or to register see the website www.marriageonpurpose.info2023-01-2727 minOff-Farm IncomeOff-Farm IncomeOFI 1605: No Idea Is Too Big If You’ve Got Hustle | Andrew Swafford | Four Aims ForestryAndrew Swafford is a county commissioner in Bledsoe County, Tennessee and at the time of this writing he is 25 years old.  Andrew is also the owner of three chicken houses, a 749 acre plot of timber, a forestry business called Four Aims Forestry and a graduate student at the University Of Georgia.  He clearly is a high achiever, and this is something that we at the Off-Farm Income Podcast have known for almost a decade.   Andy, as he likes to be called, first appeared on the show in 2015 as a recently graduated high school student with a bee bus...2023-01-2750 minOff-Farm IncomeOff-Farm IncomeOFI 1604: Making Money With Bees | FFA SAE Edition | Andrew Swafford | Bledsoe County High School FFA | Re-Cap EpisodeOn tomorrow's Ag Business Episode a previous FFA guest comes back on the show.  It has been 8 years since Andrew Swafford was first a guest on the Off-Farm Income Podcast, and I am amazed with what he is doing today! On our Re-Cap Episode I'm bringing back his very first interview from 2015 so you can see the before and he after picture.2023-01-2621 minCatholic-Link PodcastCatholic-Link Podcast003 Drew and Katie – What We Believe with Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swaffordn this episode, Dr. Andrew Swafford from Benedictine College and Sarah Swafford from Emotional Virtue Ministries dive into their new series with Ascension: What We Believe The Beauty of the Catholic Faith and share their best advice on Catholic marriage and family!!! Check out What We Believe here ➡️ https://ascensionpress.com/collection... Check out the Swaffords at: https://theswaffords.com/2023-01-1200 minOutside the WallsOutside the WallsDr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio - What We Believe: The Beauty of the Catholic FaithDr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio (“Dr. Italy”), Co-founder and Director of The Crossroads Initiative, is the author of five books and hundreds of articles. In 2019, Dr. D’Ambrosio published the groundbreaking Bible study on the life of Jesus Christ filmed in the Holy Land, Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life, presenting alongside Jeff Cavins and Dr. Edward Sri. In 2022, he became the co-author and co-presenter of What We Believe: The Beauty of the Catholic Faith, together with Dr. Andrew Swafford and Sarah Swafford. Dr. D’Ambrosio is currently a Professor of Theology at the Catholic Distance University. 2022-11-1256 minPhilosophy for the PeoplePhilosophy for the PeoplePhilosophy, Faith, Martial Arts, and More w/ Dr. Andrew SwaffordPat is joined by Dr. Andrew Swafford for a fun, free-range convesation on all things philosophy and faith. 2022-10-211h 00Conversations with Jackie and BobbyConversations with Jackie and Bobby8. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford, Part 2: Friendships, Drunkenness, and Ju JitsuIn Part 2 of this conversation, Jackie & Bobby talk with their good friends Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford about the importance of finding and fostering friendships, navigating the temptation to drunkenness (especially for college students), and Brazilian Ju Jitsu. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford are sought-after speakers and authors, and are a dynamic Catholic duo.  Dr. Andrew Swafford is an associate professor of theology at Benedictine College. He is a host and author of several Ascension Press' Bible study series and also an editor and contributor to Ascension’s "Great Adventure Catholic Bible."   Sarah Swafford is a national speaker and autho...2022-10-1754 minConversations with Jackie and BobbyConversations with Jackie and Bobby7. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford, Part 1: Testimonies & Ministry at Benedictine CollegeIn Part 1 of this conversation, Jackie & Bobby talk with their good friends Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford about how they came deeper into their faith, their work at Benedictine College, and how the school became so passionately Catholic.  Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford are sought-after speakers and authors, and are a dynamic Catholic duo.  Dr. Andrew Swafford is an associate professor of theology at Benedictine College. He is a host and author of several Ascension Press' Bible study series and also an editor and contributor to Ascension’s "Great Adventure Catholic Bible."   Sarah Swafford is a national speaker and author...2022-10-0549 minMystery of ParenthoodMystery of Parenthood195 Andrew and Sarah Swafford: Cell Phone Usage in the FamilyOn this episode of the Mystery of Parenthood, Trey and Stephanie Cashion visited in studio with their guests, Andrew and Sarah Swafford, about cell phone usage in the family and by our children.  Multiple ways to set guidelines and limits for both children and adults were discussed, and challenges around this subject were addressed and tackled in a straightforward and practical manner. 2022-10-0352 minBeyond DamascusBeyond DamascusThe Untapped Gold Mine Of Catholicism, The Creed, and What Catholic’s Believe w/ Dr. Andrew SwaffordBeyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life. Tune in each week! Learn more about Damascus Catholic Mission Campus at https://damascus.net Special thanks to St. Gabriel Catholic Radio for their support in the production of Beyond Damascus. Learn more...2022-09-2958 minUnwatchables with Marc & SethUnwatchables with Marc & SethEpisode 20 - CrashThis week’s Unwatchables tackles perhaps the most controversial film by one of our most controversial directors, the master of body horror David Cronenberg. Helping us out is Andrew Swafford— one of the founders of Cinematary and its long-running weekly podcast— as we discuss 1996’s ode to car-wreck fetishists Crash. We dive into J.G Ballard’s original novel, whether the film merits a queer reading, and what we look for in a Cronenberg joint. Unwatchables is hosted by Marc Dottavio and Seth Troyer, produced by Tony Scarpitti, featuring artwork by Micah Kraus. ...2022-08-091h 18Lust is BoringLust is BoringHuman Love, according to Saint John Paul IIThe Five Loves of St. John Paul II: (Part 2: Human Love)  Of the 50–60 young adults who regularly hiked and camped with Saint John Paul II, none of them ever divorced. Discover why, as Dr. Andrew Swafford and Jason Evert expound on this saint’s compelling and beautiful vision of human love.  Dr. Swafford’s new program: ascensionpress.com/WhatWeBelieve Course trailer video here Get a free course preview here Facebook: @AscensionPress Twitter: @AscensionPress and @andrew_swafford Instagram: @CatholicFaithFormation Benedictine College    Go with us on pilgrimage: https://chastity.com/pilgri...2022-08-0450 minLiving FullnessLiving FullnessS02 Episode 29 – Sarah & Dr Andrew Swafford - Dating, Relationships & Friends in MotionJoin us this week for Season 2 Episode 29 of the Living Fullness Podcast as our hosts interview Dr Andrew & Sarah Swafford to talk dating, relationships, and friends. Join our Patreon for Exclusive Behind the Scenes with Sarah and Dr Andrew. You're in for lots of laughs, insight into their relationship and wisdom from their experience especially in relation to Marriage Preparation.  Check out Sarah and Andrew's work and Ministry at Swafford Ministries. Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help up share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon for Exclusive Content, behind the scenes, m...2022-08-021h 14iPost: Email Never SleepsiPost: Email Never SleepsHow to Improve Your Email Production Process 2022 | Email Never Sleeps Episode 06This video is episode 06 of Email Never Sleeps, the email marketing podcast.  Watch this video to learn how to improve your email production process in 2022. Also, gain insight about email marketing team building.   Andrew and Jennifer have been working in email marketing for many years.   This Email Production Process video should help you learn technical email marketing strategies and best practices for sending emails in June 2022.   In this video, our guest Jennifer Swafford Senior Director, Sales for Vertex Communication is discussing with Andrew Kordek How to Improve Your Email Production Process in 2...2022-06-1015 minA Reason for HopeA Reason for HopeWhy Study Theology? w/ Dr. Andrew Swafford Why Study Theology?: In this episode, we discuss how learning more about the Bible and Catholic teaching can inspire our faith, and how we can effectively communicate the Catholic Faith to those who may not have a firm religious foundation. Our conversation is with Dr. Andrew Swafford, Professor of Theology at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, popular speaker and author, and general editor and contributor to The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, upon which Fr. Mike Schmitz's The Bible in a Year podcast is based on. Finally, in this episode we investigate what theology actually is, as well as the "...2022-05-3047 minCatholic Family MattersCatholic Family MattersCFM #25: The 4th Installment of Vice and VirtueIn today's episode of Catholic Family Matters: Paul and Jarcia celebrate the life of their son Myles Betsy refuses to come off "the mountain" The pitfalls of sloth and a zeal for the mission How is your prayer life in our reflection What if by Matthew West is our Christian Music Pick of the Week Links: What If by Matthew West 7 Tips for Overcoming Boredom and Sloth by Dr. Andrew Swafford Exodus 90 (not a sponsor)   Click below to follow us at: Facebook Twitter On t...2022-02-1437 minOutcast CatholicOutcast CatholicFirst Saturdays for Mary- special interview with Dr. Andrew and Mrs. Sarah SwaffordDr. Andrew and Mrs. Sarah Swafford of Benedictine College join us in this episode for a great discussion on how to build community among other adults. 2021-11-1025 minMystery of ParenthoodMystery of Parenthood169 Dr. Andrew and Sarah Swafford: Family--A Domestic ChurchOn Tuesday, October 26, 2021, hosts Trey and Stephanie Cashion had a great conversation with Dr. Andrew "Swaff" Swafford and his wife, Sarah. Like Trey and Stephanie, they are a Catholic husband-and-wife team that brings tremendous energy and great insight to the table. Andrew is a professor of theology at Benedictine College in Kansas and Sarah is a Catholic speaker in her own right, who also has a great Instagram (@sarahswafford18). They live in Atchison, KS, with their six children. The Swaffords will be speaking at the Diocese of Austin's first Together in Holiness Marriage Conference on Saturday, November 6, 2021, at St...2021-11-0352 minRestored: Helping Children of DivorceRestored: Helping Children of Divorce#056: How Virtue Results in Happiness & Freedom | Dr. Andrew SwaffordDr. Andrew Swafford came from a dysfunctional family, even though his parents never got divorced. As a result, he questioned: “Can I be a good husband and father? Or am I destined to repeat the cycle of dysfunction?” Thankfully, he overcame those doubts and built a beautiful marriage and family. In this conversation, he shares what helped him to do just that. Plus, we discuss: What is virtue and how do you build it?A three part framework to know if you’ve acquired a virtueThe ultimate measure...2021-10-2658 minLiving FullnessLiving FullnessBONUS Episode - How well do we know each other?It has been almost a year of podcasting, and over 50 episodes released and 5years since the Launch of Virtue Ministry, all on the 8th September. In celebration we have a FUN BONUS episode this week where Padre and Stina spent some time being quizzed by Emily Shaw (from the Virtue Ministry team) about how well they know each other followed by some of their own handpicked questions for the other. Which of the two do you think did better? Have a look and find out. To find Behind-the-Scenes for this episode and for our guest...2021-09-0838 minPints With AquinasPints With AquinasBrazilian Jiu-Jietsu & The Spiritual Life (Andrew Swafford) | Ep. 295 In this episode, I chat with Andrew Swafford about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and its relation to the spiritual life. We discuss: - The particular challenges of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. - Virtues you can learn from it. - Combat tips. - The morality of UFC and other fighting sports. - And more!   Sign up for my free course on St. Augustine's "Confessions"!   SPONSORS Hallow: http://hallow.app/mattfradd STRIVE: https://www.strive21.com/   GIVING Patreon or Directly: https://pin...2021-09-0756 minBards & Nobles: A Tabletop RPG PodcastBards & Nobles: A Tabletop RPG PodcastEvil Ends | E5 - The Beginning of the EndThe Lethal Legion has entered the vault and faced off against M Bison and Zangief, but their quest isn’t over yet. They still must face Xerxes and retrieve the black heart for the Lich King. Will the group succeed in their mission? Will they retrieve the heart and kill King Xerxes? Listen now to find out! Intro Music Courtesy of Gogol Bordello This will be the last episode from us for the foreseeable future, as such we would like to list all the Patrons who have supported us in the past and present, a hu...2021-08-302h 48Living FullnessLiving FullnessDTR - Clarity instead of Messing around in a relationshipLast week's episode looked at romance from friendship and what to do about it. In this episode, the hosts pull apart the need for and the process of having a DTR - Defining the Relationship Conversation, especially when romantic attraction has formed in one or both people in a relationship. Its not a complicated and daunting concept. Its quite simply 'A Conversation', about addressing what is already going on and seeking clarity within that. Remembering that true friends will the good of the other, and therefore don't want their friends to be left in confusion or be...2021-01-1928 minAbiding TogetherAbiding TogetherEncountering Jesus & The Church in ScriptureIn this episode we chat with Dr. Andrew Swafford, associate professor of theology at Benedictine College. We talk about encountering the Person of Jesus in scripture and the power of connecting the head and the heart. We also discuss the beauty of Scripture, how to connect the dots between the old and the new, and how Scripture is always relevant to every time and culture. Dr. Andrew Swafford’s one thing - his wife, Sarah Dr. Andrew Swafford’s other one thing - The Glories of Divine Gracie - Fr. Matthias Scheeben Heather’s one...2020-10-2639 minClassical Theism PodcastClassical Theism PodcastApologetics in Hebrews w/ Dr. SwaffordWhat can Catholics learn from the letter to the Hebrews? What does it teaching about Christ? How is it relevant to our worship? How can we respond to objections from Hebrews to the mass as a sacrifice? Isn't there a glaring Bible error in Hebrews 9? Dr. Andrew Swafford joins us to answer these questions and more. The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He...2020-09-141h 19The Liturgy GuysThe Liturgy GuysDr. Andrew SwaffordThis is a bonus episode of The Liturgy Guys where we speak with Dr. Andrew Swafford about his new project, "Hebrews: The New and Eternal Covenant Study Program" Season 5 of The Liturgy Guys will begin on Friday September 11, 2020 This podcast tis sponsored by: Adoremus Bulletin Benedictine College 2020-09-0436 minThe Cordial CatholicThe Cordial Catholic074: The Biblical Blueprint for the Mass (w/ Dr. Andrew Swafford)In this episode of The Cordial Catholic Podcast, I'm joined by Scripture scholar Dr. Andrew Swafford to talk about the biblical blueprints for the Mass. What insights do the Old and New Testaments give us into the Mass? What was God foreshadowing with the sacrificial system and the Temple in the Old Testament? How should this inform our understanding of the New Covenant, of the Last Supper, and of the crucifixion and the Mass? With several Bibles at hand, Dr. Andrew Swafford takes us deep into the biblical blueprint for the Mass and the uniquely...2020-08-261h 10