Dave VanVickle - Podcast Details

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Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Archive Drop: The Purpose of LentGomer and Dave will be back next week! In the meantime, please enjoy the episode from the archives: What is your plan for Lent? Is there anything you’ve been avoiding that the Lord is tugging at your heart to revisit? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain where our focus should be and how Lent is a time to become more disciplined, virtuous and free. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You ca...

2026-02-1826 min

Chris Stefanick Catholic Show How to Face Suffering Without Losing Hope | Dave VanVickleWe all know it's impossible to avoid suffering. But what if there was a way to respond to the suffering in your own life—from serious tragedies to everyday difficulties—in a way that ultimately led to peace? In this powerful episode of The Chris Stefanick Show, I sit down with Dave VanVickle, a husband and father who’s walked through some of the deepest suffering imaginable. From raising multiple children with serious health challenges to losing his beloved wife Amber to cancer when she was only 40 years old, Dave has faced hardship and grief that w...

2025-10-2838 min

Kolbecast 280 St. Maximilian Kolbe & Marian Consecration with Dave VanVickleAMDG. Catholic evangelist and podcaster Dave VanVickle is “obsessed” with St. Maximilian Kolbe and Marian consecration, and you should be too. In his background aiding exorcists, Dave discovered that “Mary is the lynch pin in almost every case.” Since then, Dave dove deeply into Marian consecration, inviting everyone to “give your life to Our Lady.” He discusses what Marian consecration really is (hint: it doesn’t have to be 33 days long), how to approach the prayer, and why we should not view it superstitiously.  Dave found devotion to St. Maximilian Kolbe through his research into Marian consecration. “This was a man who...

2025-10-0846 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How is Jesus Fully God and Fully Man?Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Dr. Mike Sirilla to explore the divine and human nature of Jesus Christ. Together, they unpack heresies, clarify common misconceptions, and highlight key biblical and historical moments that reveal the true essence of God. Snippet from the Show “Who is Jesus? What is Jesus? He is the perfect union of Divinity and humanity.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also fin...

2025-06-0436 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)When Leadership Fails, What Can the Faithful Do?How can the Church be renewed from within? How do we faithfully follow our conscience while acting with prudence? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle explore how saints, popes, and everyday men and women—including themselves—have embraced the real work of the Kingdom, responding to the failures of Church leadership not with bitterness, but with holiness and give tips on how you can too! Snippet from the Show “The fact of the matter is that no matter the office, no matter the charism, holiness has always trumped everything when it comes to authority in the Church...

2025-05-2839 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What is the Role of a Deacon?Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle talk about reviving the diaconate. They discuss how deacons are not just “married priests” but that they have different yet important roles. They also talk about the origin of the diaconate, how the role has evolved through the ages, and share their raw thoughts on the diaconate. Snippet from the Show “I’m grateful for the diaconate because I’ve always seen it as a part of the way the Church has ministered over the centuries, the way the Apostolic Church saw a need to fulfill and I think also the purpos...

2025-05-2129 min

The Unlikely Catholic Podcast ES 17 - Dave VanVickleThis week we have a very special guest, Dave VanVickle. Dave has been assisting priests with their ministries of exorcism and deliverance for many years. He is widely considered an expert on the topic of spiritual warfare from a Catholic perspective and he travels all over the country teaching Catholics about the victory of Jesus Christ and his Church over the kingdom of darkness. Make no mistake, you are being attacked as you read this. Truly, this is an eye opening episode.

2025-05-1048 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Relationship Between Priests and SacrificeMike Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the importance of understanding priests; what their role is, how they should be set apart and how we should approach the priesthood. They also talk about the significance of sacrifice and the biblical roots of the priesthood. Snippet from the Show Jesus Christ is the high priest, he’s the unique mediator. There is no priesthood without Jesus Christ. When you are baptized into Christ, you enter into the role of priest, prophet and king. So the whole community, every Christian man and woman participates in the baptismal priesthood of...

2025-05-0743 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Importance of Canon LawMike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by cannon lawyer, Fr. Brian Austin. Together they discuss the origins of canon law, the difference between church and secular legal law, papal primacy, and discuss the role of the Catholic Church through the chaos of history. Snippet from the Show If you believe that God wants you to be happy then how does that change what law is? Well it goes from being the arbitrary, tyrannical, imposition of an authority over me, right? And the scariest thing is not the tyrant, the scariest thing is its arbitrariness.

2025-04-3048 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Papal Infallibility ExplainedMike Gormley and Dave VanVickle unpack Church history, explain papal theology, highlight the importance of Rome, and the importance of St. Peter. They also explain papal infallibility, what it is and what it is not. Snippet from the Show "So the Pope is supposed to be this thing of unity amongst the communion of the bishops, but he is not supposed to be the CEO of a bunch of franchises and that is an ugly way to view the Church." We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your...

2025-04-1644 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Origins of the Papacy According to ScriptureHave you ever wondered why Peter was the first pope? Do you question the idea of a pope or of papal infallibility? Where does priestly authority come from? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle continue their season of exploring church leadership through the examination of the Old Testament, the New Testament, the priesthood and the role of St. Peter. Snippet from the Show If Jesus is the fulfillment of the Old Testament as the Davidic King, he has a right hand man as it were the chief steward of the house, he has what we would...

2025-04-0941 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Exploring Church LeadershipAre you ready for a new season of Every Knee Shall Bow? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle kick off their new season by addressing the topics they’ll cover in upcoming episodes regarding church hierarchy, where it comes from, all the common problems people have and many other topics around church leadership. Snippet from the Show Even in the face of incredibly competent leaders, that aren’t priests, that aren’t bishops, that isn’t the pope, Christ ordained and established that rule. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@asc...

2025-04-0328 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Navigating Seasons of Change in the ChurchHow do you deal with pastor changes, church updates, and closing parishes? Are you trying to serve the church, but keep hitting roadblocks? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explore what to do when you feel stuck in an unfortunate church situation and how to handle the chaos of change. Snippet from the Show It’s important to let this be a reminder to us that we follow Jesus Christ and not a building or a certain pastor or something like that. We have to evangelize, we have to be a church that goes out and gr...

2025-03-1935 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Our Role in EvangelizationDoes the idea of apologetics intimidate you? Do you feel inadequate defending the Catholic faith, but want to build confidence in evangelizing? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the gift of evangelization and how God wants us to participate in the good work He started. Snippet from the Show The sacraments are not our work to please God, it is God’s work to save humanity. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to you...

2025-03-1232 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Purpose of LentWhat is your plan for Lent? Is there anything you’ve been avoiding that the Lord is tugging at your heart to revisit? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain where our focus should be and how Lent is a time to become more disciplined, virtuous and free. Snippet from the Show “The purpose of Lent is a time of quickening, a time of intensity, it’s a time of renewed focus. It is a time where we don’t give up our sin… it’s a time where we renounce good things.” We want to hear from y...

2025-03-0534 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How to Suffer WellWhen you’re facing suffering, it’s very natural to ask why. However, if we suspend that question and instead ask ‘God, how can I love the most at this moment?’, you’ll get more answers than if you were to actually get the answer to your question. Today, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle give tips on how to suffer well and weather the storms of difficulties. Snippet from the Show Tips from Mike and Dave on How to Suffer Well: Remind yourself that everyone is fighting their own battle. Remembering that everyone is sufferi...

2025-02-2637 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Facing Resentment in SufferingWhy do innocents suffer? Why does God allow me to suffer in ways that keep from accomplishing good things? There are many parts to suffering that are difficult to understand and can build resentment within us. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle address these questions and share how they help others let go of their resentment in suffering. Snippet from the Show God suffers for you for a purpose, but he also suffers with you in the darkness no matter how bad it gets. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com...

2025-02-0545 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Why Does Suffering Exist?How can a loving God allow suffering to exist? This question may be one of the most asked questions about Christianity. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle begin a new series on the Problem of Pain where they respond to this question. They begin by discussing why suffering exists, why God allows it to exist, and where God is at in our suffering. Snippet from the Show Suffering becomes transformed in the cross and resurrection. It becomes something that purifies and refines us so that we can draw closer to our Lord and grow our compassion and...

2025-01-2936 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)This Is RandomNew ventures, consecration to Mary, and struggles with productivity are just some of the topics that Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle touch on in this week’s episode. While somewhat random, Mike and Dave’s conversation offers encouragement and resources that will aid you in your discipleship journey. Snippet from the Show We all need to ask Mary to be a primary mover in our lives. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inb...

2025-01-2232 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Spiritual Warfare: Listener QuestionsDave VanVickle responds to some of your questions regarding spiritual warfare. The topics of these questions range from possession to scrupulosity to whether St. Michael is an archangel or not. Dave responds to each question with both wisdom and encouragement so that each of us can continue striving for greater union with God. Snippet from the Show The saints were people like you and I who responded generously to the call that God put on their life to be holy and follow him. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com...

2025-01-1532 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The OccultAre horoscopes actually dangerous? What should I do if a family member or friend is exploring the occult? Why is the occult against Catholic teaching? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle share information on popular occult practices we should avoid and what to do if you or someone you know has been involved in the occult. Snippet from the Show There is only goodness and the distortion of goodness. There is only God, and God has no infinite opposite. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't...

2024-12-0434 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Temptation: The Devil’s Favorite TrickDid you know that temptation is one of the biggest battles of spiritual attack? How can we avoid temptations? What should we do when we give in to temptation? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss these questions and outline practical solutions for resisting temptation and repenting from temptation. Snippet from the Show We don't have to completely abandon society. We have the power of the Holy Spirit to challenge these things. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get...

2024-11-2738 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Feeling Attacked? Call the Saints!Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle reveal how the saints can help us in our battles of spiritual warfare. They share why honoring the saints does not detract from God and explain how you can draw closer to your patron saint. Dave also shares a personal story of how a saint saved his life. Snippet from the Show Let the saints be the saints and do their saintly thing. They want to be our allies for a reason because we are in Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with yo...

2024-11-2037 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Overthrowing the Powers of DarknessWhat’s the difference between a sacrament and a sacramental? How can we use the sacraments to fight evil? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the incredible power of Baptism and Confession and how to use sacramentals to overthrow the powers of darkness. In this episode, they explore the history of the sacraments. Snippet from the Show Baptism is an absolute revolution in the life of the soul. You remove from it its current tyrannical leader, and you place it under the lordship of Jesus Christ, our merciful Savior. We want to hear from you! Em...

2024-11-1344 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Weapons of Warfare: Part 2The term “Apotropaic” means seeking Christ’s warrior presence. In this episode, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss more weapons of warfare and how we can seek his warrior presence in spiritual warfare. They teach us how truth and love can be used to fight the devil and the best ways to live out the corporal works of mercy. Snippet from the Show Truth and love are probably the most exorcistic things on Earth. Those two things are incredibly powerful in warding off the devil. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascens...

2024-11-0634 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Weapons of Warfare: Part 1In this episode, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle offer practical guidance on two of the most powerful spiritual weapons: prayer and fasting. They explain how you can fast from almost anything, offering it up to the Lord for any intention. They also explain how to pray in a way that focuses on your relationship with God. Finally, they finish off the episode with a 7-day challenge for you to obtain spiritual benefits. Snippet from the Show Penance is a powerful, powerful spiritual hammer that will break down strongholds. We want to hear from you! Email...

2024-10-3035 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The World, the Flesh, and the DevilWhy are the sins of the flesh the weakest? Do you have strategies for fighting the world, the flesh, and the devil? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle reveal how most people may not have strategies for fighting the world, discuss using intentionality when consuming media, and how to conquer the world instead of avoiding it. Snippet from the Show The devil is trying to create a symphony that will crescendo into a life of dissipation and despair. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget...

2024-10-2334 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Origins of Spiritual WarfareWhat are the origins of spiritual warfare? Why don’t we get to live in the Garden of Eden when it was Adam and Eve who sinned? What’s one of the best practical tips for avoiding sin? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle wrestle with these questions and more in this episode of Every Knee Shall Bow as they explore the Fall in Genesis 3. Snippet from the Show You've been co-crucified with Christ and you have risen in Christ's Resurrection because of the sacrament of baptism…so that you can actually overcome. We want to hear f...

2024-10-1640 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Angels 101Where did angels come from? Should you name your guardian angel? What can your guardian angel do for you? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle share teachings from St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas on the origins of angels, the angelic fall, and the nature of angels. They also share some practical tips on how you can enlist your guardian angel’s help in your own life. Snippet from the Show Bring the ministry of angels into your life, incorporate them into your prayer, and invoke them for their protection because that's why God gave you your an...

2024-10-0949 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Every Catholic Should Know About Spiritual WarfareWe are in a spiritual battle. Do you know how to fight? Drawing from Dave's years of experience assisting exorcists, Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle start off a new season of Every Knee Shall Bow by discussing how much weight Catholics should give to the topic of the devil and spiritual warfare. They discuss how temptation is one of our biggest battles and how we can fight back. Snippet from the Show The Catholic Church was given the grace of triumph and we can avail ourselves of that. We want to hear from you! Email...

2024-10-0228 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Our Favorite Movies and Books…We May Surprise You!What sorts of movies and books do people like Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle enjoy? In this casual, but very entertaining, conversation, Mike and Dave share some of their favorite movies, television shows, and books. They also explain the impact some of them had on their lives. Snippet from the Show "I taped it off of the television and watched it so many times that it broke!" We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to y...

2024-09-2542 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How to Give a Good Talk for Large Groups, Small Groups, and Everything in BetweenHave you ever wondered how Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle prepare their talks and teachings? Wonder no more! Mike and Dave discuss some of their suggestions for how to structure talks and keep an audience engaged from the start. They also share how they prefer to evangelize: one on one, in a classroom, or to a large group. Snippet from the Show There was a time where beauty could easily lead a person to God. However, now it is far more common that it is hurt and woundedness that leads someone to God. We want...

2024-09-1828 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How to Become an Amateur TheologianIs there a right way to study theology? In order to communicate the truths of our faith, it is essential to study it well. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle give their recommendations for how to approach theology so that you can help others know God better. They also share some of the books and writings they are currently reading. Snippet from the Show Knowledge is the first step of love. To love God, you need to know him. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't...

2024-09-1141 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Strengthen Your Devotion to Mary Through the Rosary (with Mark Hartfiel)Are you ready to strengthen your devotion to Mary through the Rosary? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Mark Hartfiel to discuss the Mysteries of the Rosary Series from Paradisus Dei. They share about the creation of the series and its content. They also discuss the power of Marian devotion. Snippet from the Show Our Lady goes before us as an icon of hope. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your...

2024-09-0447 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Mike and Dave Answer Your QuestionsIt’s that time again! Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle take the time in this episode to answer some of your questions! These questions range in topic from Heaven and Hell to the occult to Međugorje. Snippet from the Show We forget that for Saint Paul, the end game of Christianity is the resurrection of the dead, the resurrection of our bodies. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can als...

2024-08-2837 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Mary Was Ready to Say “Yes”...Are You?The Church presents the Annunciation as the model for all transmission of faith. As Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle dive into this topic, they also take a step back and discuss the work each person needs to do with God before they can go out and effectively proclaim the Gospel. They emphasize the transformative power of suffering and darkness. Snippet from the Show Faith in the darkest moments of life is when Christianity becomes relevant and transformative. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget...

2024-08-2133 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Your Family Needs the Holy FamilyThe family is under attack. There is so much in the world today that is in opposition to the family. How do we combat this? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle take up the topic of the Holy Family and how essential they are as both examples and intercessors. They also talk particularly about the role of St. Joseph and the role of fathers today. Snippet from the Show The family is under attack and we need the Holy Family to protect us. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with...

2024-08-1435 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Why Mike and Dave Really Want to Go to LourdesAn apparition of Mary is a big deal no matter what, but are you aware of the particular significance tied to Our Lady of Lourdes? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle go through the details of this apparition and the life of St. Bernadette. They also discuss why this apparition was so significant for the time and place in which it occurred. Snippet from the Show “I do not promise you happiness in this world, but in the next.” -Our Lady of Lourdes We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your...

2024-08-0741 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Dave Teaches Mike (and You) All About Our Lady of FatimaWhat do you know about Our Lady of Fatima? You may know some things, but maybe not as much as Dave VanVickle. Join Mike Gormley as he learns from Dave all about the apparitions and what was revealed to the children of Fatima. Mike and Dave also discuss some of the common criticisms and how to respond to them. Snippet from the Show “Jesus wishes to establish devotion to my Immaculate Heart in the world. I promise salvation to those who embrace it; and these souls will be beloved of God like flowers arranged by me to...

2024-07-3140 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Marian Apparitions: Good or Bad?What exactly are Marian apparitions? What category of revelation do they fall into? How are they verified? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle dive into the topic of Marian apparitions and provide explanations for how they are verified and what purpose they serve in the Church. They also share some of the details surrounding the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Snippet from the Show Our Marian devotion is always meant to lead us deeper into the mystery of Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments ...

2024-07-2442 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Is There a Danger of Loving Mary More Than Jesus?Mary is incredible. She plays a massive role in salvation. She is good and loving. However, is there a chance that we could show her too much devotion or love her too much? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle take up this question as they discuss consecration to Mary. They explain what consecration to Mary means and what it could do for your life. Snippet from the Show Mary’s whole life radiates Christ. So, to be consecrated to Mary means that we are also consecrated to Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at...

2024-07-1740 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Mary’s Power over SatanMary is victorious over the devil. She overcomes all evil. How is this possible? In what ways should we look to Mary in our own battle with sin? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the answers to these questions and highlight the victory over sin and death that was granted to Mary by her Son. Snippet from the Show Mary shows up to win spiritual battles. She wants to join you in your fight to overcome sin. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget...

2024-07-1032 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Scripture Tells Us About MaryMary does not say much in Scripture. There is a lot of her life that remains unknown. However, there are nods to Mary from the very beginning of the Bible all the way to the end. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle share and explain some of the typology of Mary that can be found throughout the Bible. Snippet from the Show Mary is the Ark of the Covenant. She crushes the enemy under our feet and plays a major role in the defeat of evil and in the future of the world. We want to...

2024-07-0337 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)An Explanation of Marian DevotionsThe Rosary, the Miraculous Medal, the Brown Scapular - these are some of the most well-known Marian Devotions. But what is their origin? What is their purpose? How are they different from charms or magic? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss these Marian Devotions and respond to common questions about them. They share their experiences with Marian Devotions and how they have impacted their lives. Snippet from the Show Our chances of dying in a state of grace can be greatly heightened due to the prayers of Mary interceding for us. We want to hear...

2024-06-2644 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How Mary Crushes HeresyMary just plays the role that pagans had for female goddesses. Jesus only appeared to be human so Mary didn’t really conceive him or give birth to him. These are two common heresies that oppose the Church’s teachings on Mary. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the origins of these heresies and offer instruction on how to respond to them. Snippet from the Show If you are a discipleship of Jesus Christ, you need to bring Mary into your home at this very hour. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb...

2024-06-1933 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)In Defense of Mary’s Virginity and Marian DevotionDo Catholics worship Mary? Was Mary always a virgin? All of the Marian dogmas solicit a myriad of rebuttals and some can be difficult to respond to. In this episode, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle address some of the common arguments against Mary’s perpetual virginity and devotion to Mary. They respond to these arguments by citing both Scripture and Tradition. Snippet from the Show When you look at our Lady, you see the masterpiece that God has painted with her life. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with yo...

2024-06-1240 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Importance of MaryWhy is Mary so important? How is Mary meant to be a part of our lives? Perhaps, you are someone who has struggled in your devotion to Mary or maybe you have a deep relationship with her. Wherever you fall, you are sure to enjoy and gain so much from this series on Mary from Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle. Learn, be inspired, and grow in your love for Mary. Snippet from the Show “From Mary, we learn to love Christ, her Son and Son of God.” -St. John Paul II We want to hear from...

2024-06-0535 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Catholics Actually Believe About MaryDo you know what Catholics actually believe about Mary? There can be a lot of misunderstanding when it comes to the Catholic Church's teachings on Mary. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle go through the Marian dogmas and explain each one so as to better equip you in your evangelization. Snippet from the Show Mary represents what the fullness of grace can do in the life of a creature. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes righ...

2024-05-2949 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Re-Emphasizing the Sacramental LifeThere is a significant de-emphasis in American Christianity on the sacramental life. Instead, many Christians are more focused on their personal faith. What are the dangers of this? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle take up these questions as a conclusion to this series on Mystagogy. Snippet from the Show All of the sacraments are material, visible, sensible signs that communicate the invisible, the hidden power of God. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to y...

2024-05-2237 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Does It Mean to Be a Priest?Priests were not first introduced in the New Testament. In fact, priesthood existed right at the beginning of the Old Testament. So, how can we understand the priesthood in the economy of salvation? How do we distinguish the Old Testament priesthood from the new? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle answer these questions and more. Snippet from the Show “In the whole history of humanity, there is only one man who is both priest and victim. That is Jesus Christ.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don...

2024-05-1546 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How to Understand the Catholic PriesthoodWhat is the purpose of a Catholic priest and what is it not? The Catholic priesthood can spark a lot of confusion. Are they a symbolic leader or a CEO? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle answer many of the common questions associated with the priesthood and emphasize why it is such an essential part of the Catholic faith. Snippet from the Show “The priest is not a priest for himself. He does not give himself absolution, he does not administer the sacraments to himself. He is not for himself. He is for you.” -St. John Vianney ...

2024-05-0850 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Most Important Thing for Your MarriageWhat is the best thing you can do for your marriage? In their final episode on marriage, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle address the topic of marital spirituality. They share their own experiences of developing a prayer life with their spouse and the challenges they faced. Together, they encourage every person to prioritize prayer in their marriage. Snippet from the Show Choosing to love and choosing to build a marriage includes the decision to live a marital spirituality. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't...

2024-05-0135 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Characteristics of a Truly Christian MarriageWhat does a truly Christian marriage look like? Continuing their discussion on the sacrament of marriage, Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the characteristics and traits of a truly Christian marriage. They also discuss what sort of impact a Christian marriage ought to have on those who have received the sacrament. Snippet from the Show You should remind yourself every day of the vows you made on your wedding day. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the...

2024-04-2447 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Holy Matrimony: A Vocation of ServiceHave you ever thought of marriage as a sacrament of communion? The heart of marriage is not emotional support within a domestic relationship, but rather the mutual giving of two entire lives. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle compare and contrast how society and the Church view marriage and remind those partaking in and preparing for the sacrament that, when you serve your spouse and your children, you are truly serving Jesus Himself. Snippet from the Show Marriage is truly a crucible in the service of the people that you love. We want to hear from you...

2024-04-1744 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Happens After You Die?Do you know what happens after you die? What does the Church tell us about what will occur after our death? Dave VanVickle and Michael Gormley take up these questions and explain the Church’s teachings. They explain how judgment works and why it is so important for those on earth to do penance for the dead. Snippet from the Show “Death proves also that life has meaning, because it reveals that the virtues and goodness practiced within time do not find their completion except in eternity.” -Ven. Fulton Sheen We want to hear from you! E...

2024-04-1049 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How the Anointing of the Sick Actually WorksWhat is Anointing of the Sick? This sacrament can receive a lot of misunderstanding and confusion. Who can receive it? Is it for spiritual or physical ailment? What does it actually do? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle respond to these questions and offer their personal experiences of witnessing the sacrament. Snippet from the Show The Anointing of the Sick completes our conformity to the death and resurrection of Christ just as Baptism began it. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 3...

2024-04-0349 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Don’t Be Fearful of ConfessionHow do you make a good confession? How do you cope with a bad confession? Going to confession is a very vulnerable thing. It can be a great experience, but occasionally, it can be a negative one. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss some of the common reasons why people may have a negative experience in confession. They offer advice on how to respond and how to potentially avoid them all together. Snippet from the Show "The priest is not a priest for himself; he does not give himself absolution; he does not administer the Sacraments...

2024-03-2749 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How to Look Forward to ConfessionConfession can feel uncomfortable, intimidating, and even burdensome. However, the sacrament of confession is one of the greatest gifts from God. How can we understand that better? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the joy and goodness of confession. They share their own feelings about the sacrament and how they have worked to overcome sin in their own lives. Snippet from the Show If you truly understand confession, you will realize how freeing it is. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EK...

2024-03-2042 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Eucharist and EncounterWhy is the Eucharistic theme so central to the Catholic life? Perhaps, you have heard the term “Eucharistic people” and wondered what it means and what that might look like. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the impact of the Eucharist on our lives. They also offer advice on how to prepare well for receiving the Eucharist. Snippet from the Show Remember that you are encountering the living God. There is no reason that you should walk away the same. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comm...

2024-03-1347 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Pinnacle of the Christian LifeWhat is the high point in life? Where ought everything to lead? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle continue their conversation around mystagogy as they discuss the Eucharist. They explain its importance and why everything ought to point to the Eucharist. Snippet from the Show Every bit of our life ought to be oriented towards encounter with Jesus Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full show...

2024-03-0645 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Essential Power of ConfirmationIs Confirmation really important? What does it do that Baptism doesn’t already do? For many, Confirmation can seem like an afterthought or some rite of passage. However, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle share why it is so much more than that. They explain its incredible significance and why it is essential for someone striving for salvation. Snippet from the Show The most underplayed sacrament of the life of the Church is one of the most important. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to...

2024-02-2846 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Why Baptism Is SalvificBaptism is not just something to check off on the “To Do” list of the Christian life. So, what is it and what does it do? How can we understand the mystery of Baptism? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle tackle these questions and encourage believers to share the truth about Baptism. Snippet from the Show Baptism is salvific because it communicates the very life of God. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inb...

2024-02-2156 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Weight of the SacramentsHow important are the sacraments? Are they just steps in the Christian life or do they bear a lot more weight in our journey towards salvation? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle continue their series on Mystagogy by addressing the importance of the sacraments. They discuss the mystery of the sacraments and why they are truly a matter of life and death. Snippet from the Show The sacraments are a matter of life and death: eternal life and eternal death. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments ...

2024-02-1441 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Is Mystagogy?Every Knee Shall Bow is back for another season! Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are addressing the topic of Mystagogy. In this episode, they explain what Mystagogy is and why it is such an important part of the Christian life. Snippet from the Show The Lord wants to give you a deeper hunger for the divine life. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at w...

2024-02-0738 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Can You Define Happiness? (with Dr. Jennifer Frey)What is happiness and how do you get it? This question has been at the forefront of humanity since the beginning of time. Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Dr. Jennifer Frey to discuss happiness and the role virtue plays in attaining it. Snippet from the Show The reason why sin must be avoided at all costs is because it prevents you from being totally fulfilled with God. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the...

2023-12-2056 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Fulton Sheen: A Master Evangelist (with Bonnie Engstrom)How much do you know about Venerable Fulton Sheen? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Bonnie Engstrom to talk about this incredible man. Not only does Bonnie offer a wealth of knowledge on his life, but she also shares her experience of an incredible miracle through his intercession. Her story will leave you speechless. Snippet from the Show “For six months I had been asking Bishop Sheen to pray for my son on a daily basis, and in that moment that is who I called on.” We want to hear from you! Email us a...

2023-12-0649 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Does Prayer Make a Difference? (with Dr. Edward Sri)Do you believe that prayer makes a difference? Is it obvious what kind of difference prayer makes? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Dr. Edward Sri to discuss the importance of prayer. They observe the importance prayer has in our relationship with God and how it affects every other part of our spiritual lives. Snippet from the Show Our daily prayer cannot simply consist of reciting prayers or reading spiritual books. It must involve meditation and opening our hearts and minds to God. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb...

2023-11-2924 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Is a Woman? (with Dr. Abigail Favale)What is a woman? It is a simple question. However, the answer to this question has become a topic for debate in the culture today. Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined once again by Dr. Abigail Favale in order to discuss the different sides of the debate and to answer the question “What is a woman?”. Snippet from the Show If I don’t speak the truth in love, am I participating in other people’s destruction? We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget t...

2023-11-2228 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What Is Gender? (with Dr. Abigail Favale)Gender, feminism, equality, etc. are all prevalent topics in the culture today. However, it can sometimes feel difficult to gain a thorough understanding of these issues and engage in conversation about them. Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by professor and author Dr. Abigail Favale to discuss some of these issues. Snippet from the Show “Whoever controls the narrative, who controls language, they decide what is real, what is knowable, what is good, what is bad.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to t...

2023-11-1537 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How to Think Like Christ (with Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.)What does it mean to think Christologically? How do you put Christ at the center of all thought? Intimacy with Christ is a goal in the Christian life, but the how and why for this goal are not easily understood. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. to discuss the difference between thinking about Christ and thinking with Christ. Snippet from the Show In all things, seek the face of God. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget...

2023-11-0852 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)A Catholic Response to the Cross of Infertility (with Emily Chapman)The cross of infertility is one that many people bear. Many of these people suffer in silence and are unsure what to do in the face of their infertility. Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Emily Chapman to discuss her own challenges with infertility and how it affected her on a deeper level. Together, they address what people can do in the face of infertility and why the Church does not permit IVF, surrogacy, or contraception. Snippet from the Show "We are all called to trust God with our fertility. This is true for...

2023-11-0147 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Decline of Pro-Women Healthcare (with Teresa Kenney, WHNP, MC)What does pro-women healthcare look like? In the culture today, women’s healthcare fails too often to address the actual needs of a woman’s body. There is a lack of understanding and respect when it comes to hormonal health and true fertility care. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Teresa Kenney to discuss why this is the state of women’s healthcare and what pro-women healthcare should look like. Snippet from the Show The reality of the human body is amazing. It is such a beautiful design when it is working well. And when i...

2023-10-2547 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)What’s Wrong with Contraception?Here’s where it gets sticky: contraception. Contraception may be one of the most talked about and most difficult topics when it comes to evangelization. It is personal, it is polarizing and it can be difficult to understand. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the origins of contraceptives, the Church’s teachings on them, the harm they cause and how you can talk about it with others. Snippet from the Show Contraception limits the gift of one person to another. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comm...

2023-10-1846 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Problems of CohabitationMoving in together is a common “step” that many couples see as necessary and normal in a relationship. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss why cohabitation can have such negative effects on a relationship. They also share how to talk with a couple who is cohabitating and how to encourage them towards something different. Snippet from the Show Couples who do not live together prior to marriage are more likely to have happy marriages. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-77...

2023-10-1142 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How Do We Respond to Transgenderism? (with Jason Evert)Transgenderism, or gender dysphoria, is a very relevant topic in our world today. So, what is it? And more importantly, how are we supposed to respond to it? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Jason Evert to discuss transgenderism, gender dysphoria, gender stereotypes, and more. Together, they share how we can respond to all of it with Christ-like love. Snippet from the Show Try to listen to gender dysphoria with reverent curiosity. A person’s story is often a roadmap to their healing. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@as...

2023-10-0452 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)How to Teach Your Children the Truth About SexualityTheology of the Body teaches the positive and beautiful message of sexuality within the context of human and divine love. How do we communicate this good news to our children? How do we reject and avoid the pornographic culture while not instilling fear of sexuality or hatred of the body? And what is chastity, really? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle answer these questions and more. Snippet from the Show Protecting our children’s innocence is not the same as keeping them naive. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with yo...

2023-09-2735 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Spousal Love and ResponsibilityWhat does it mean to fall in love? How do we stay in love? St. John Paul II addresses this in his great “ethical analysis of love” chapter in Love and Responsibility. Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle address some of the chapter’s key topics: sexual urge, love as attraction, love as desire, love as benevolence, and reciprocity. Snippet from the Show “You have to possess yourself in order to give yourself.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the sho...

2023-09-2036 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Sex: Equality, Complementarity, and SamenessMen and women are the same! Men are from Mars and women are from Venus! We hear contradictory messages about men and women all the time. “They are the same.” “They are radically different.” Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle address these contradictions by looking at Scripture and sharing the wisdom of the Church. Snippet from the Show Fatherhood and motherhood are the perfection of masculinity and femininity. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbo...

2023-09-1351 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Timeless Wisdom of St. John Paul IIEvery Knee Shall Bow is back with a brand new season! Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle are returning to explore the great work of St. John Paul II: The Theology of the Body. Using St. John Paul II’s wisdom, Mike and Dave will be discussing many of the challenges we face today and how we can grow in greater love with God, one another, and ourselves. Snippet from the Show The simplest easiest way to end Satan’s kingdom is marriage. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your...

2023-09-0642 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Bonus Episode: Bringing It All Together (with Dave VanVickle)Guess who’s back?! Mike “Gomer” Gormley is joined by Dave VanVickle for a special bonus episode to wrap up this season of Every Knee Shall Bow. Dave shares a bit about his life from the past three months. And together, Dave and Mike wrap up this season of Every Knee Shall Bow on the essential elements of discipleship. Snippet from the Show The only gift greater than knowing Jesus is to love him. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777...

2023-05-3145 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Demands of Evangelization (with Sherry Weddell)Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are back for a brand new season of the podcast. This episode, they welcome Sherry Weddell, the best-selling author of Forming Intentional Disciples. Sherry shares her extensive knowledge of evangelization and discipleship. She encourages everyone to discern what gifts they have been given in order to build the Kingdom of God. Snippet from the Show You’re not fully a disciple until you are also an evangelist. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get...

2023-02-0154 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Importance of the Domestic Church (with Adam Minihan and David Niles)How important is the domestic church? Do we really understand what it is meant to be? Dave VanVickle is joined by guests David Niles and Adam Minihan to discuss these questions as well as their new book Living Beyond Sunday: Making Your Home a Holy Place. Snippet from the Show Faith ought to be experienced primarily in the home. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full...

2022-11-0237 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Listener Emails: Forming Disciples in Your Parish Staff and Working Together in EvangelizationDave VanVickle answers listeners' emails regarding how to evangelize and make disciples of parish staff as well as how to collaborate with co-workers in the mission of evangelization. Listen to the entire episode for practical tips for your mission in evangelization. Snippet from the Show We are called to faithfulness, not success. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow Su...

2022-02-0931 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)10 Books You Need to Survive the CultureDave VanVickle shares with us ten powerful books that will shape our intellects and help us survive the philosophical and spiritual chaos in our culture, hold onto the truth of Christ, and conquer the world with the Gospel. Snippet from the Show "The Theology of the Body will show you what is wrong with the culture that we are living in, what the path forward is, and how Jesus Christ is the answer to the biggest questions that our world is asking right now." We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb...

2021-10-1328 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Feeding Disciples in ParishesHow do we feed disciples in the parish and also make new disciples? Dave VanVickle explains how to foster deeper relationships with current disciples in the parish while also running programs that can draw new disciples into the parish no matter where they are in their faith. Snippet from the Show Remember that trust strengthens the path of discipleship, and trust is built slowly and intentionally. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to y...

2021-09-1532 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Path of Inner HealingGuiding others through the path of inner healing is an essential part of the journey of discipleship and evangelization. Today, Dave VanVickle explains why as evangelists it’s important to help others recognize the wounds that are limiting their freedom to respond to God’s love. He provides us practical ways to help navigate others on their path of inner healing towards freedom and wholeness in Christ. Snippet from the Show "Lord Jesus, you know my burdens. I lay them all on your Good Shepherd’s Heart. I beseech you, by the merits of the great...

2021-07-0743 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Overcoming Indifference to the SacramentsIn these times of pandemic, how do we prevent others from falling into a state of indifference to the sacraments? Today, Dave VanVickle and I answer a listener’s question about drifting away from the faith in these difficult times. We have a honest conversation about the urgency of returning to Church, and provide some concrete steps to overcoming the growing indifference to the sacraments. Ascension is proud to partner with authentically Catholic institutions and organizations committed to spreading the Gospel. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode, Ave Maria University. Snippet from the Sh...

2021-02-2437 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Communicating the Love of GodHow do we communicate God’s love to those we meet? Today, Dave VanVickle gives practical tips for spreading the love of Christ. Snippet from the Show “One of the most important things for an evangelist to understand is how to communicate God’s love for humanity.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Ca...

2021-02-1031 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Ripe Evangelization Cultures: Bars, Schools, and CorporationsThere are ripe evangelization opportunities everywhere, we just have to be willing to notice them and bring Christ into them. Today, Dave VanVickle answers listener questions and offers us practical tools when it comes to evangelizing at bars, in schools, and at work. Snippet from the Show To transform society, we must first reach those souls in our local spheres of influence. There are ripe evangelization opportunities everywhere, we just have to be willing to notice them and bring Christ into them. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com...

2020-11-1132 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)4 Disciplines for DiscipleshipDiscipleship with Jesus truly flourishes when we are faithful to a few basic disciplines. Today, Dave VanVickle dives into four disciplines that are key in the life of a new disciple in order to live a fruitful Christian life. Snippet from the Show Discipleship with the Lord must eventually turn outward. Once our thirst for Christ is quenched, he will lead us into deserts where we can share his living water. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to g...

2020-09-3033 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)A Word to the Weary EvangelistIt is easy to get worn out when you work for the Kingdom of God. Today, Dave VanVickle shares a word of encouragement for all who feel weary and tired laboring for the Lord. Dave gives us practical advice to find rest when evangelization gets hard and tiring. Snippet from the Show When you feel overwhelmed by the weight of sin in the world, root yourself deeply in the peace of Christ and let him give you rest. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments ...

2020-09-1620 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)The Power of StorytellingStorytelling is essential in evangelization. Today, Dave VanVickle and I discuss the importance of narrative and contextualizing Church doctrine with powerful stories when we share the Gospel. Snippet from the Show The Gospel is an adventure story that we must not only live, but also share and pass down through generations like all great stories. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www...

2020-09-0248 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Engaging the Saints and AngelsThe intercession of the saints and angels is life-changing in our work of evangelization. This time it’s just me, Dave VanVickle, and today I share how to engage these incredible groups of persons in your apostolate! Snippet from the Show The angels and the saints want to be involved in our work of evangelization, they are experts in loving Jesus. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also f...

2020-08-1938 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Leading with BeautyToday, Dave “It’s-not-delivery-it’s-Dave'' VanVickle and I talk about how we can bring people to the faith with beauty, from classic Christian films, to Lord of the Rings, to marriage prep. Snippet From the Show Beauty pulls us up out of ourselves, up into the realm of the transcendental. Eventually you will see what truly makes us beautiful, and that is God who is wild beauty. Throw yourself into excellence. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments and don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777...

2020-06-0332 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Forming Intentional Disciples with Fr. Dave PivonkaDave VanVickle is joined today by Franciscan University President, Fr. Dave Pivonka. Together they share their thoughts on forming intentional disciples, including Father's decision to offer free tuition to incoming freshmen next year. Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)

2020-05-0640 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Mary: Mother, Queen, WarriorToday's show, is from a talk I gave at the Fullness of Truth Conference last year. It was a weekend long conference on Mary from an apologetics standpoint. My talk was on Mary and the spiritual warfare. Typically someone like Dave VanVickle would give this talk. In fact, Dave sorta did give this talk because in my preparation for this, while driving from Houston to San Antonio, I listened to Dave's Ten Principles of Spiritual Warfare in Every Knee Shall Bow and it helped me formulate my thoughts. We want to hear from you! Email us at...

2020-04-2253 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Repentance Is for Sinners—Just Ask ZacchaeusI, (Dave VanVickle), have no nickname today, because sadly Gomer isn’t here. (He’s OK, he’s just been sick.) So I’m continuing our conversation about repentance solo. I want to talk about what repentance looks like in Scripture, especially Zacchaeus’ repentence in Luke 19, and how we can incorporate continual repentance and conversion in our day-to-day lives. _Snippet from the Show “God is not just calling us away from sin, but also to accept this beautiful new life in the kingdom; to see the world, the poor, and our brothers and sisters through the eyes of Jesu...

2019-12-1131 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Waking the Dead: Transforming a Heart of StoneDave VanVickle (that’s right, no nickname today) and I are waking the dead! We’re talking about how to really reach people through evangelization. Not just a short moment of emotional connection that fades the next day, but a true conversion where a person reorients their life to God. Snippet from the Show “Taking someone’s heart of stone to a heart of flesh is a supernatural act. You are making them alive in Christ Jesus. That is a bigger miracle than resurrecting a deceased corpse to natural life.” Check out the shownotes at ascensi...

2019-06-2633 min

The Jeff Cavins Show (Your Catholic Bible Study Podcast)Meet My Friends: Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickleJeff sits down with Mike “Gomer” Gormley and Dave VanVickle, hosts of Every Knee Shall Bow, a podcast about how Catholics can evangelize and share the faith. Mike and Dave are both very active in evangelization at their parishes and in their personal lives. We talk about the assumptions we make about other Catholics, tracks (pamphlets that preach the gospel), and what to say to people who don’t consider evangelization their “gift”. Snippet from the Show The big focus is community. Jesus Christ is very keen on community because it reflects a trinitarian lifestyle...

2019-05-0338 min

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)Be Unashamed of the GospelDo you find making a good first impression to be awkward? Have you ever tried to say something inspiring but ended up saying the wrong things? Is the mere thought of evangelization too nerve-racking to even contemplate? Welcome to the Every Knee Shall Bow podcast where hosts Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss ways you can bring God’s kingdom to earth, so his will may be done as it is in heaven. Every week they will answer questions, explain Catholic teachings, and give you five practical takeaways, all centering around bringing people to Jesus Christ. Today, Mi...

2018-12-0520 min