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Ave SpotlightMore Than Language with Deacon Charlie EcheverryIn this episode of Ave Spotlight, Oscar sits down with Deacon Charlie Echeverry to explore the intersection of Latino culture and Catholic faith in a rapidly changing America. Drawing from his book Blind Spot, Deacon Charlie explains why language is only a tool—while culture is the true gateway to evangelization. From Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime moment to the real risks of syncretism and cultural Catholicism, this conversation challenges the Church to move beyond simple translation strategies and toward authentic cultural integration rooted firmly in truth.Links:Get your copy of Blind Spot today!
2026-03-0255 min
Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieThe New Rules of Being Pro-Life in 2026 | Dr. George DelgadoIn this newest episode of Living the Call, Deacon Charlie interviews Dr. George Delgado, founder of the Abortion Pill Reversal protocol and author of Abortion Pill Reversal: A Second Chance at Choice. Dr. Delgado explains how progesterone can potentially reverse chemical abortions (now ~70% of U.S. cases), shares evidence of its safety and effectiveness with over 7,000 babies born as a result, and addresses legal persecution, medical risks of unregulated abortion pills, and the spiritual stakes in defending life. A hopeful, evidence-based conversation on offering women a true second chance.https://stenoinstitute.org/ ...
2026-02-2353 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieHow Technology Can Point Us To Reality | Todd DaileyIn this episode, Deacon talks with Todd Dailey, founder of Eternize, about his journey from spiritual autopilot back to a deeper faith and how it led him to create the world's first haptic cross—a wearable device that gently vibrates to remind you of God's presence throughout the day. They explore the intersection of faith and technology, contrasting dystopian AI wearables with tools that foster real prayer habits rooted in Catholic traditions like the Angelus. Todd shares powerful testimonials, insights on staying spiritually grounded amid rapid tech advances, and his vision for using innovation to keep eternity in focus....
2026-02-1257 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieEast meets West, is the reunification of the Church around the corner? | Fr. Dcn. Kyle Washut, S.T.LDiscover the beauty of the Eastern Catholic tradition through a conversation with Fr. Dcn. Kyle Washut, Byzantine deacon and president of Wyoming Catholic College, as he shares insights on the diaconate, the 'two lungs' of the Church, and why the fullness of Catholicism offers the ancient mysticism people seek—without leaving Rome.https://wyomingcatholic.edu/person/kyle-washut/https://www.catholic.com/profile/kyle-washut
2025-12-111h 13Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieFilming Saints & Saving Souls | Austin Kelly & Yenitza MuñozCousins Austin Kelly (founder of ChristianChannel.com) and Yenitza Muñoz (bilingual journalist & podcast host) join Deacon in studio to unpack their cinematic Catholic media empire: crowdfunding saint-epics, viral celebrity faith stories, and a burning mission to re-catechize Latinos after the 2020 San Gabriel Mission fire. From mobsters to Mel Gibson, cancer miracles to Cristero saints, this high-energy duo reveals how film, podcasts, and prayer are sparking a Gen-Z Catholic renaissance.https://www.christianchannel.com/
2025-11-111h 25Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJoy is a Cat, not a Dog | Dr. Peter KreeftIn this engaging conversation, Deacon Charlie Echeverry and Dr. Peter Kreeft explore a wide range of topics, including the impact of technology on youth, the ethical implications of transhumanism, and the nature of joy and suffering. They delve into the role of philosophy in understanding spirituality and the current state of religion, reflecting on how cultural shifts influence faith. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize the importance of insights and the deeper meanings behind joy, happiness, and the human experience.https://www.peterkreeft.com/
2025-10-2755 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieFrom "Shock Jock" to Divine Shock | Kevin MatthewsJoin Deacon for a raw conversation with radio pioneer Kevin Matthews—whose improbable journey from Detroit's airwaves to Marian devotion inspired the new film Broken Mary (in theaters October 7th). Raised in a violent, impoverished home amid alcoholism and racial strife, Kevin clawed his way to syndication stardom, captivating millions as a shock jock with a chaotic, high-rolling lifestyle. But after a devastating firing and rare illness left him broken, a dumpster-found, shattered statue of the Blessed Virgin ignited his radical conversion, turning the former junkyard dog into Christ's devoted "sheepdog."https://www.brokenmaryfilm.com/
2025-10-061h 04Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieFrom Stage to Screen: A Couple's Faith-Fueled Journey in Film | Nathan & D'Lytha MyersDeacon sits down with husband-and-wife team D'Lytha and Nathan Myers to discuss their collaborative path in the arts, from musical theater roots to producing their independent family film Aria Appleton Shines. They share insights on blending faith with creativity, overcoming production challenges through divine provision, and addressing timely themes like tech addiction and bullying in a fun, musical format. The conversation explores the evolution of Christian media, the importance of staying grounded in Christ amid success, and their upcoming projects aimed at inspiring families and young audiences.Links to highlight:https://www.ariaappleton.com/
2025-09-1258 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieWe're all Catholic Influencers Now! | John SablanJoin Deacon as he sits down with John Sablan, a passionate Catholic evangelist, third-order Dominican, and co-founder of the Servium Institute. With a vibrant faith shaped by a powerful conversion from a past he describes as being on "team Satan," John shares his journey of living for Christ with unwavering zeal. From his disciplined prayer life with his wife, Nicole, to his mission of building virtue through the Servium Institute, John offers insights on preaching with authenticity, fostering unity in a divided world, and avoiding the pitfalls of "Catholic influencer" culture. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about faith...
2025-08-2859 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieEnduring the Fire: The role of Fitness in Faith | Chase CrouseIn this episode, Deacon Charlie sits down with Chase Crouse, founder of Hypuro, a Catholic fitness ministry that integrates physical discipline with spiritual growth. Chase shares his inspiring journey from a nominal Catholic upbringing to a profound reversion sparked by Matthew Kelly’s Rediscover Catholicism. He discusses how fitness became a cornerstone of his spiritual life, drawing from St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and the concept of active and passive purgation to frame exercise as a modern form of asceticism.Hypuro Fithttps://www.hypurofit.org/Spee...
2025-08-1557 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieThe Future of Catholic Healing: AI and Psychedelics and their Impact on Therapy and Companionship | Dr. Greg BottaroIn this conversation, Dr. Greg Bottaro and Charlie Echeverry explore the intersection of psychology, Catholicism, and modern challenges such as AI and psychedelics. They discuss the evolving landscape of mental health, the impact of generational shifts on faith and community, and the importance of integrating spirituality with psychological practices. The dialogue emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of human experience, the role of media, and the potential dangers and promises of new technologies in shaping our lives and faith.https://catholicpsych.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B079NK5BPZ?ccs_id=c3...
2025-06-301h 08Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieThe Weird Catholic Handbook | Michael LichensIn this episode, Deacon sits down with Michael Lichens — former editor of Catholic Exchange and St. Austin Review, and a seasoned editor of nonfiction, memoirs, short stories, scripts, and more. Known for his passion for strange history and offbeat travels, Michael shares insights from his newest book and dives into a wide-ranging conversation full of fascinating, intriguing topics.__https://www.mlichens.com/Weird Catholic Handbookhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/weird-catholic-handbook/?srsltid=AfmBOor3ltm3FPMdnZPXfXRRSl2T2dKsbWOR09mc_6XGUMzbTrAXxjiV
2025-05-291h 01Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieIs Creativity a Calling? | Emily MentockBeing a creative, especially a Catholic creative, has never been more accessible. They feel alone. They are wondering where their community is. Emily Mentock is an award-winning digital strategist, creative director, and producer with a passion for evangelizing through Catholic media. She joins Deacon Charlie to discuss if creativity truly is a calling.https://www.digitalcontinent.org/abouthttps://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-with-the-psalms-lent-2026
2025-05-151h 15Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieHow To Build Your Domestic Church | Soren JohnsonCatholic couples are stressed out. They feel alone. They are wondering where their community is. Soren Johnson, co-founder of Trinity House, joins Deacon Charlie to discuss how the icon of the trinity can be a model for the home.https://trinityhousecommunity.org/
2025-05-011h 00Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieThe Education Apocalypse: How Catholic Innovation Might Resurrect a Broken System | Stephanie Saroki de GarciaThe biggest mistake Catholic schools are making? Not being Catholic enough. Stephanie Saroki de Garcia, co-founder of Seton Education Partners, joins Deacon Charlie to discuss why Catholic schools must provide quality education and be unapologetically Catholic, why technology and lukewarm attitudes are undermining our children’s ability to learn and grow in the faith, and what we can do to reclaim authentic faith-based education.LINKS:Seton Education PartnersRead more from Stephanie: Saving America’s Urban Catholic Schools: A Guide for Donors
2025-04-101h 01Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieHow Science Reveals God: Near Death Experiences, Miracles, and the Shroud of Turin | Father Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.DFather Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D., joins Deacon Charlie Echeverry to explore the crossroads of science and sacred history. They dive into the mysteries of the Shroud of Turin, examine how the Church has long nurtured scientific inquiry, and discuss near-death experiences, AI, and miracles—revealing how a scientific approach can actually deepen our Catholic faith. Christ, Science, and Reason: What We Can Know about Jesus, Mary, and Miracles by Fr. Robert Spitzer. S.J., Ph.DMagisterium AI
2025-03-2755 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieFaith, Authority & Apostasy - LDS (Mormon) & Catholics | Dr Francis BeckwithCatholics and Latter-day Saints (Mormonism): Deacon discusses theological differences and surprising similarities with philosopher and professor, Dr. Francis Beckwith. He shares personal faith journey away from the Catholic church, and back. They discuss LDS beliefs, practices, and what Catholics can learn from their community. Whether you're curious about interfaith dialogue or comparative religion, this episode offers a unique and thought-provoking discussion.The book: A Catholic Engagement with Latter-day SaintsAlso at: https://amzn.to/4huz0EBFor more on Deacon Charlie: https://www.deaconcharlie.com/podcast
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2025-02-2702 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieJohn Bishop | Masculinity in our families, church, and worldJohn Bishop is the founder and Executive Director at Forge which is teaching men how to be good fathers. He discusses with Deacon Charlie the importance of strong men in our families, in the church, and in the world.The website:https://myforge.org
2025-02-131h 18
Spirit Filled Radio & PodcastMen of Faith - From Nominal Catholic to On-Fire Deacon Pt. 2 (Deacon Charlie Echeverry)Listen to Gil Alderete of Catholic Men's Fellowship (CMF) of California continue his broadcast from a men's spiritual warfare conference at Sacred Heart Church in Ventura. In this episode, Gil continues his conversation with Deacon Charlie Echeverry about his journey from nominal Catholic to "on fire" deacon.Listen live to Gil's show Men of Faith at https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/radio-podcast Monday -Friday at and 12:30pm Pacific Time. Podcast is available https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/men-of-faith and other podcast outlets.APPLE LINK FOR APPGOOGLE PLAY LINK FOR APP
2024-11-0732 min
Spirit Filled Radio & PodcastMen of Faith - From Nominal Catholic to On-Fire Deacon Pt. 3 (Deacon Charlie Echeverry)Listen to Gil Alderete of Catholic Men's Fellowship (CMF) of California continue his broadcast from a men's spiritual warfare conference at Sacred Heart Church in Ventura. In this episode, Gil continues his conversation with Deacon Charlie Echeverry about his journey from nominal Catholic to "on fire" deacon.Listen live to Gil's show Men of Faith at https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/radio-podcast Monday -Friday at and 12:30pm Pacific Time. Podcast is available https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/men-of-faith and other podcast outlets.APPLE LINK FOR APPGOOGLE PLAY LINK FOR APP
2024-11-0726 min
Spirit Filled Radio & PodcastMen of Faith - From Nominal Catholic to On-Fire Deacon Pt. 1 (Deacon Charlie Echeverry)Listen to Gil Alderete of Catholic Men's Fellowship (CMF) of California continue his broadcast from a men's spiritual warfare conference at Sacred Heart Church in Ventura. In this episode, Gil interviews Deacon Charlie Echeverry about his journey from nominal Catholic to "on fire" deacon.Listen live to Gil's show Men of Faith at https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/radio-podcast Monday -Friday at and 12:30pm Pacific Time. Podcast is available https://www.spiritfilledevents.com/men-of-faith and other podcast outlets.APPLE LINK FOR APPGOOGLE PLAY LINK FOR APP
2024-10-2431 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeacon Dominic Cerrato | Do we need more deacons?Deacon Dominic is a renowned author, editor, retreat master, speaker, novelist and member of the Pontifical Commission on Women and the Diaconate.For more on Deacon Dominic including books he has written: https://www.diaconalministries.org/
2024-09-261h 13Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieLeah Jacobson | Your Body Is Not Broken (Best of)This week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with Leah Jacobson: a wife, mother, and author, as well as the founder and CEO of The Guiding Star Project. The Guiding Star Project is a nationwide family of care centers that empower women with a whole-life approach to healthcare that honors their bodies and minds. Leah holds a Master’s degree in Health and Wellness and is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She is also an international speaker and author of the books Wholistic Feminism: Healing the Identity Crisis Caused by the Women’s Movement and The Happy Girl...
2024-05-3057 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieBuchi O’Maria Akpati | A Life Without Mirrors: What Real Beauty isThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with returning guest Buchi O’Maria Akpati for a conversation about beauty. Founder and CEO of Beauty Unbound, which helps women realize their God-given beauty, Buchi shares about her background going from a professional celebrity make-up artist to a Carmelite religious. She talks about her time in the monastery and how she now shares the fruits of what she learned in the cloister with the world through beauty. In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Buchi break open beauty. She is a Nigerian-American speaker and beauty advocate, giving ta...
2024-04-041h 09Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieRyan Bethea | The Exorcist Files!Ryan Bethea is a producer, writer, host and creator of the world-wide #1 hit podcast, The Exorcist Files.Websites: https://ryanbethea.com/ https://www.exorcistfiles.tv/ _CLARIFICATION: In this episode Fr Angelus, (Deacon Charlie’s brother) is described as an exorcist. While Fr Angelus has been formally trained in, and for, the ministry of deliverance and exorcism, and is very active in this ministry, he is not a “mandated” exorcist. Since the term “exorcist” is generally understood as the title for a priest who has been formally mandated by his Bishop, we just wan...
2024-03-281h 41Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJason Simon | You Can't Evangelize Someone You Don't Love (Best of)This week on a "Best Of" Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Jason Simon: husband, father of six and President of The Evangelical Catholic. After briefly working in engineering, Jason served as a parish Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry. There, he saw the power of evangelization and his passion to see more lives impacted by the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Deacon talks with Jason about his work at The Evangelical Catholic. Under Jason’s leadership, The Evangelical Catholic equips Catholics not only to be disciples, but vibrant witnesses and disciple-makers in the wor...
2024-02-151h 11Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieBrett Attebery | A New Pro-Life Strategy (Best of)This week on a "Best Of" Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with pro-life author and speaker Brett Attebery. After a powerful mid-life conversion to Christ that led him to seek healing for his role in the abortion of his own child, Brett left his career and devoted himself entirely to saving lives from abortion. Brett has an academic and professional background in economics and consumer product marketing.In this episode, Deacon talks with Brett about his cutting-edge approach to ending abortion, specifically by incorporating powerful business and marketing strategies into his work. He discusses the...
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Catholicism and CultureThe Challenges Facing Young Hispanic Catholics with Deacon Charlie Echeverry of CALLDeacon Charlie Echeverry, a board member for the Catholic Association for Latino Leadership (CALL), discusses the unique challenges facing young Hispanic Catholics in California and across the nation.
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2024-01-2748 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeacon Dave Arms | Rites of Passage (Best of)This week on a "Best of" Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Deacon Dave Arms from the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Together with his father in law, he developed the “Rite of Passage weekend,” to commemorate each of his sons’ 13th birthday, and their transition from boyhood to manhood. In this episode, Deacon Dave discusses the practical ways to implement ”the weekend,” and the transformative power it has on young mens’ lives.Website and free guide to planning your own ROP: Milestonetomanhood.comBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09VDRC5TH?ref_=pe_3052080_2
2023-12-281h 09Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieChristine Lacayo | Sustainable Catholicism (Best of)This week on a "Best of" Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Christine Lacayo, a multilingual content writer who helps mission-driven brands by using multicultural marketing. Her passion is working for a regenerative future, for our people and our planet.In this episode, Deacon talks with Christine about her education and background in environmental sustainability and how the journey of her life led her to return to the Catholic faith with zeal. They dive into the significant role Mary and St. Joseph played in her life and how she has come to integrate what she...
2023-12-211h 04Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieLouis Damani Jones | Crossing Boundaries for the Sake of ChristLouis Damani Jones is a “Fellow” at the Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement located at Washington University in St. Louis. Louis produced “The Ark and Dove” podcast, which investigated the complex dynamics of race and religion in America through the lens of the Black Catholic Church.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Louis discuss the Black Catholic experience as it relates to both the unity and diversity within the Church. They also touch on ways to live an integrated life of faith, how to break down barriers in evangelization…and share their thoughts on how the Second...
2023-10-051h 35Living the CALL with Deacon Charlie2023 NAPA Conference Series | Alex McKenna6 of 6: Alex McKenna of the Arch Diocese of Irbil Iraq sits down with Deacon Charlie.https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-w-mckenna/https://adiabene.org
2023-08-2913 minLiving the CALL with Deacon Charlie2023 NAPA Conference Series | Buchi Akpati4 of 6: Buchi Akpati of EWTN sits down with Deacon Charlie.https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/author/824/buchi-akpatihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/buchi-akpati/
2023-08-2412 minLiving the CALL with Deacon Charlie2023 NAPA Conference Series | Chéri Ballinger3 of 6: Chéri Ballinger sits down with Deacon Charlie. https://cheriballinger.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cheriballinger/
2023-08-2213 minLiving the CALL with Deacon Charlie2023 NAPA Conference Series | Mauricio LeonePart 3 of 6: Mauricio Leone with Live Action sits down with Deacon Charlie.https://www.liveaction.org
2023-08-1714 minLiving the CALL with Deacon Charlie2023 NAPA Conference Series | Nick BeznerPart 2 of 6: Nick Bezner from Undivided Life sits down with Deacon Charlie.https://www.undivided.life/abouthttps://spokestreet.com/the-beatidudes/
2023-08-1513 minLiving the CALL with Deacon Charlie2023 NAPA Conference Series | Samantha KellyPart 1 of 6: Samantha Kelly from Fierce Athlete sits down with Deacon Charlie.https://fierceathlete.org NEXT.EWTN.COM
2023-08-1012 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieMatt Aujero | Fight ClubThis week on living the call Dcn. Charlie sits down with Matt Aujero, the founder of Fight Club Catholic, an accountability brotherhood committed to lead men to Jesus through purity of heart. His pornography recovery story has been featured by Fight the New Drug and Matt and Cameron Fradd’s book Restored: True Stories of Love and Trust After Porn. Matt lives with his wife, Mimi, and their six children in Maryland.In this episode, Dcn. Charlie and Matt talk about their own stories of healing from pornography use, the dangers of unchecked restlessness and boredom, the im...
2023-07-201h 08Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieRachel Bulman | Becoming WifeThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Rachel Bulman, a wife, mother, Catholic Keynote speaker, retreat facilitator and author. Rachel is a regular contributor to the Word on Fire blog and co-hosts the Youtube show “Meet the Bulmans.” She has been married since 2008 to Jason, who was recently ordained to the Order of the Diaconate. Together they have the gift of 7 children. In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Rachel discuss the release of her most recent book: Becoming Wife, which explores what it means for a woman to fulfill this vocation as a callin...
2023-07-131h 03Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieMarcellino D'Ambrosio | What is Religion?This week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Marcellino D'Ambrosio, husband, father and Director of Marketing and Community Success for SENT Ventures. SENT empowers Spirit-Led Catholic founders & executives to build values-based teams, raise capital, & develop growth strategies so they can successfully integrate faith into their business and thrive.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Marcellino dive into the question: what is religion? They explore this question in a multifaceted way, encompassing symbols, rituals, dogmas, and myths and share various grounding experiences they have each personally had as Catholics.Deacon’s childhood crucifix...
2023-07-061h 06Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDr. Jennifer Nolan | Building a Catholic Epicenter in CultureThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Jennifer Nolan, a wife, mother and the President and Co-Founder of a new Catholic STEM university called Catholic Polytechnic University. She is a former neuroscientist and homeschool mom and earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from UC Irvine's Department of Cognitive Science. She is also the Executive Director of the Right to Life League in Southern California. In this episode, Deacon Charlie talks with Jennifer about her own faith journey: how she turned personal trauma and intense grief into a lifegiving and evangelistic gift of building C...
2023-06-291h 20Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieChristian McGuigan | Winning The Story WarsThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Christian McGuigan, a husband, father and CEO of Dynamite Studios: a 21st century media company that creates films, documentaries, and commercials. Dynamite has produced content for Hyundai, Microsoft, Disney, PWC, Nestle, Lego and many more. In this episode, Deacon Charlie talks with Christian about his work at Dynamite, which specializes in motivating social impact through creative storytelling. They discuss the gap that exists in entertainment for content that is both non-objectionable and high quality and how Dynamite is striving to fill this gap.linkedin.c...
2023-06-1555 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieMartin Doblemeir | Filmmaking & FaithThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with Martin Doblemeir, president and founder of Journey Films. Since 1984, he has produced and directed more than 30 films focused on religion, faith and spirituality. They explore how belief can lead individuals to extraordinary acts, how spirituality creates and sustains communities and how faith is lived in remarkable ways. In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Martin discuss his most recent documentary film titled Sabbath, which explores the history of one of the world's most important spiritual practices and its timeless relevance for a stressed-out, modern world.martin@j...
2023-06-081h 03Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJ.D. Long-Garcia | Called To MoreThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with J.D. Long-Garcia, a husband and father, and senior editor at America Magazine, a national news platform run by the Jesuits. At America, J.D. heads up the publication’s efforts to report on Latinos in the Catholic Church, with special attention to immigration, criminal justice and Catholic education.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and J.D. discuss the best way to protect ourselves against satan’s use of new age and occult practices. J.D. shares his take on the Latino community in the Church and give...
2023-05-251h 21Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJason Deutermann | Catholic Design ThinkingThis week on Living the Call Deacon Charlie talks with Jason Deutermann. Jason is a husband and father and works as the Director of Innovation Design at the OSV Institute. His work focuses on helping parishes and dioceses innovate their processes and programs of ministry.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Jason discuss fitness, diet, holistic living and how the body and spirituality interact in faith. They explore how married couples can express the one flesh element of their marriage in daily life and how to grow in and spread joy by this mystery. Jason also discusses “Cat...
2023-05-181h 10Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieMartin Ford | Essential but not NecessaryThis week on Living the Call Deacon Charlie talks with Martin Ford, a graphic designer, project manager and founder of Harbor: an organization that partners with parishes to transform former convent buildings into places where young adults can live, work and grow in Catholic community.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Martin discuss Martin’s life as a proud San Francisco native of Mexican-descent and why he recently moved to Mexico. They talk about his most recent entrepreneurial project and explore the mystery of us each being essential to the plan of God and at the same ti...
2023-05-111h 07Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJeff Schiefelbein and Nick Bezner | Undivided LifeThis week on Living the Call Deacon Charlie talks with Jeff Schiefelbein and Nick Bezner. Both are husbands, fathers and managing partners for Undivided Life: an organization that humanizes business through strategy and culture consulting. They’re also co-hosts of the BeatiDudes podcast!In this episode, Deacon Charlie, Jeff and Nick discuss what it means to have an “undivided life,” giving strategies on how to truly live out our top priorities at work, but ultimately, in each and every encounter we have with others in our lives.Undivided Life website: undivided.life/BeatiDudes podcast...
2023-05-041h 28Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDr. Tim O'Malley | Sympathetic ImaginationThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with Timothy O’Malley: a husband, father and the director of education at the McGrath Institute for Church Life. He’s also the academic director of the Notre Dame Center for Liturgy. Tim researches and teaches at Notre Dame in the areas of liturgical-sacramental theology, marriage and family, catechesis, and spirituality.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Tim discuss “opposing perspectives” including different views on liturgy and what should be our focus at Mass, the importance of seeking Truth over our own construction of reality, and viewpoints on relation...
2023-04-271h 12Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDave Plisky | Intentional DiscipleshipThis week on Living the Call Deacon Charlie talks with Dave Plisky, husband, father and leader of technology at Desales Media, a company focused on modernizing the Church through products and services that together create a communications hub for dioceses, parishes, schools and ministries across the US.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Dave discuss a special research project by DeSales Media that collected data on the spiritual journey of intentional disciples in the US. They talk about the unmet needs of Catholics who are serious about following Jesus Christ and ways disciples can put their faith...
2023-04-201h 47Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieRoxie Beckles | Faith Without Fitness Is DeadThis week on Living the Call Deacon Charlie talks with Roxie Beckles, former International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation Pro and 2014 Olympian competitor. She is the founder of RoxStar Fitness, a company that gives women the tools they need to transform their bodies and reach their highest fitness goals through physical, mental, emotional and spiritual fitness.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Roxie discuss her faith journey from “cradle catholic, to Prodigal Daughter to Devout Revert.” Through her passion for fitness, Roxie shares how her youtube channel, “That Black Catholic Chick” is a place where reverts, converts, and those wh...
2023-04-131h 38Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieKarl Keating | Part 2This week on Living the Call, join us for Part 2 of Deacon Charlie’s conversation with Karl Keating. Karl is the OG apologist and a pioneer of Catholic media. He’s a full time author, with 20 books published to-date, including his most recent titled, 1054 And All That, A Lighthearted History of the Catholic Church.In this episode, Deacon Charlie and Karl tackle woke ideology and offer a response to it. They also talk “college”....how higher education today isn’t what it used to be, and answer the question, “Should I push college for my child?” Karl stresses the i...
2023-04-061h 09Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieSpecial Episode: No Ordinary WeekA special episode from Deacon Charlie: "No Ordinary Week". Check back Thursday this week for Part 2 of Deacon's conversation with Karl Keating.
2023-04-0418 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieKarl Keating | Part 1This week on Living the Call, join us for Part 1 of Deacon Charlie’s conversation with Karl Keating. Karl is the OG apologist and a pioneer of Catholic media. He’s a full time author, with 20 books published to-date, including his most recent titled, 1054 And All That, A Lighthearted History of the Catholic Church.In this episode, Karl discusses his new book, particularly how much fun it was to write this brief and humorous history of the Church. They also cover the topics of hiking, apologetics and technology and explore the question of why “indifferentism,” to God, has spre...
2023-03-301h 12Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieEdward Herrera | What’s Really Essential?This week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Edward Herrera - husband, father of five and Executive Director for the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s Institute for Evangelization. Previously, Edward was the Director for the Office of Marriage and Family Life, in which his focus was accompanying couples in marriage prep.In this episode, Deacon talks with Edward about the most effective ways to evangelize the world around us. They answer questions like, how can we balance having the boldness to share Jesus with those in our sphere of influence while living in a way th...
2023-03-231h 14Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieIn Memoriam: Bishop David O'ConnellJoin us this week for a special episode of Living the Call. Deacon Charlie honors Los Angeles Archdiocese Auxiliary Bishop David O’Connell, whose life was tragically and violently taken last month. Come hear about the inspiring life and legacy of this great Bishop.
2023-03-0919 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeacon Omar Gutierrez | Scout or Soldier?This week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Deacon Omar Gutierrez, husband and father of four. Deacon Omar is the President and co-Founder of the Evangelium Institute, a non-profit dedicated to providing dynamic catechetical and spiritual formation to adults. In this episode, Deacon Omar discusses how Catholic Social Teaching is often geared towards “doing”, but what must come first is our “being”...which is rooted in relationship with Christ Jesus. He talks about how to transition from a “Soldier” mindset with a need to win, to becoming a “Scout” who seeks truth in order to walk alongside...
2023-03-021h 01
The Daily RefillWhen Did Your Love Begin? - Deacon Charlie EcheverryWelcome to the Daily Refill: Lenten Pause!Today, Deacon Charlie Echeverry shares with us how one question from a young school girl prompted him to reflect on the love story between himself and the Lord, and how ultimately, apart from anything he's ever done or will do, God's love has always been and will always be there for him.Hear more from Deacon Charlie on The Living the Call Podcast: https://spokestreet.com/living-the-call/Thanks for joining us today! Be sure to check out tomorrow's episode, too, along with all the great content...
2023-02-2302 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieBill Yoh | Unvarnished FaithThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Bill Yoh: familyman, business owner and executive, lifelong writer and award-winning author.In this episode, Bill plunges us into a missionary trip he was called to take, where he encountered unimaginable poverty yet discovered faith and hope at every turn. He shares this raw and captivating experience in his most recent book, Unvarnished Faith. Bill talks about the power of relationships and how love transforms the way he sees his life and the world he thought he knew so well.Book: https...
2023-02-161h 02Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieFr. Jesse Esqueda | Human, Christian, SaintThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Fr. Jesse Esqueda. Fr. Esqueda was born in Mexico, raised in Southern California and ordained in 2014. He is a parish priest in Tijuana, Mexico and is the Superior for the Missionary Oblates of Mary for the Baja mission. In this episode, Fr. Esqueda shares his experience of being called to mission work and how sharing his life with the poor, sick and suffering changed him forever while leading him to his vocation as a missionary priest.Omiusa.org Missionwithyouth.com We...
2023-02-091h 02Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeacon Dave Arms | Rites of PassageThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Deacon Dave Arms from the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Together with his father in law, he developed the “Rite of Passage weekend,” to commemorate each of his sons’ 13th birthday, and their transition from boyhood to manhood. In this episode, Deacon Dave discusses the practical ways to implement ”the weekend,” and the transformative power it has on young mens’ lives.Website and free guide to planning your own ROP: Milestonetomanhood.comBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09VDRC5TH?ref_=pe_3052080_276849420
2023-02-021h 11Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJacob King | Giving Away the FaithThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Jacob King, founder of Dropout: a Catholic ministry geared at young adults through modern, high-quality media. Dropout presents the often-misrepresented truths of the Catholic Church to a demographic that’s deeply longing for happiness and meaning but seeking for it in many of the wrong places.In this episode, Jacob shares his journey from a millennial high school dropout with a drug-addicted, homeless father and shattered family to the moment he encountered the real Jesus and how his life was changed forever. He shares his passion in...
2023-01-261h 04Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieChristine Lacayo | Sustainable CatholicismThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Christine Lacayo, a multilingual content writer who helps mission-driven brands by using multicultural marketing. Her passion is working for a regenerative future, for our people and our planet.In this episode, Deacon talks with Christine about her education and background in environmental sustainability and how the journey of her life led her to return to the Catholic faith with zeal. They dive into the significant role Mary and St. Joseph played in her life and how she has come to integrate what she is passionate about...
2023-01-121h 05Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieSpecial Episode: Thoughts on Pope Emeritus Benedict & Frank PavoneHappy New Year! Today Deacon Charlie goes solo sharing his thoughts on two recent headlines. Connect with Deacon: https://thedeaconsbench.com/The Deacon’s Bench Blog: https://thedeaconsbench.com/blog/
2023-01-0547 min
Innovation and the Human Person: Napa Institute Conference SeriesCelebrating a Diversity of Gifts w/ Deacon Charlie EcheverryDeacon Charlie Echeverry, a deacon of the Diocese of Los Angeles, understands the beauty of embracing a diversity of gifts and expressions of those gifts in the Catholic Church. One of his goals is for others to recognize their own gifts and use them to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In this episode of our Napa Institute Conference Series, Deacon Charlie sits down with Dr. Richard Ludwick, president of University of St. Thomas-Houston, at the 12th Annual Napa Institute Conference in Napa Valley California. In a wonderful dialogue, they discuss why Deacon Charlie became a deacon...
2022-12-2906 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieJess Echeverry | Speak LifeThis week on Living the Call, Deacon sits down with his wife Jessica Echeverry!Disclaimer:We struggled with the idea of releasing this episode this week, given that Christmas is almost upon us and the subject matter is anything but merry, but we were also moved by the reality that it is precisely during December that Holiday cheer can amplify loneliness and hopelessness in people who have lost loved ones, or who have high expectations of renewed happiness during the holiday season, only to be disappointed when the season passes... as well as the recent ne...
2022-12-221h 04Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeacon Greg Kandra | Serving in Our Own CalcuttasThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with blogger, speaker and author Deacon Greg Kandra. Greg spent nearly three decades in broadcast journalism, mostly as a writer and producer at CBS News for programs including “48 Hours,” “60 Minutes II,” “Sunday Morning” and “The CBS Evening News with Katie Couric,” with work also on the hit reality series “Survivor.” His blog, “The Deacon’s Bench,” has garnered some 20 million readers from around the world since its inception in 2007. In this episode, Deacon Greg reflects on his time with CBS news, and how he felt God calling him to use his gifts to do...
2022-12-151h 02Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJason Simon | You Can't Evangelize Someone You Don't LoveThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Jason Simon: husband, father of six and President of The Evangelical Catholic. After briefly working in engineering, Jason served as a parish Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry. There, he saw the power of evangelization and his passion to see more lives impacted by the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Deacon talks with Jason about his work at The Evangelical Catholic. Under Jason’s leadership, The Evangelical Catholic equips Catholics not only to be disciples, but vibrant witnesses and disciple-makers in the world: sent out to...
2022-12-081h 11Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieLarry Smith | The False Sense of PlentyThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Larry Smith: husband, father and Executive Director of the Spitzer Center for Visionary Leadership. Prior to this, Larry spent 30 years working in Corporate America before serving as CEO and president of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver.In this episode, Deacon talks with Larry about his personal career journey to the Spitzer Center. The work of the center, founded on Fr. Spitzer’s Four Levels of Happiness model, reflects profound classical and Christian insights into the human desire for happiness. Website: magiscenter.com
2022-11-241h 05Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieBrett Attebery | A New Pro-Life StrategyThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with pro-life author and speaker Brett Attebery. After a powerful mid-life conversion to Christ that led him to seek healing for his role in the abortion of his own child, Brett left his career and devoted himself entirely to saving lives from abortion. Brett has an academic and professional background in economics and consumer product marketing.In this episode, Deacon talks with Brett about his cutting-edge approach to ending abortion, specifically by incorporating powerful business and marketing strategies into his work. He discusses the importance of investing...
2022-11-171h 29Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieBridget Richardson | Intergenerational JourneysThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Bridget Richardson: a wife, mother, and Executive Producer at MAX studios in Houston Texas. MAX Studios is about creating, finding, and delivering relevant content and conversations through a Catholic lens.In this episode, Deacon talks with Bridget about her experience growing up as a Creole Catholic and the significance of intergenerational learning and living in her life. They also discuss the concrete ways Bridget and her husband transmit the faith to their children and Bridget’s work at MAX studios.
2022-10-271h 07Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJonathan Blevins | Beards & BeatitudesThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie sits down with Jonathan Blevins: a husband, father, and entrepreneur, as well as the founder and CEO of Little Flower Media. Little Flower Media brings gaming, events, shows and new media to the front lines of living through a Catholic mindset. Jonathan began streaming 4 years ago, and is also the founder of the Stream Team. He recently founded the BeardedBlevins Stream Team to take the Twitch channel full time with the mission to build a positive community on twitch.In this episode, Deacon and Jonathan discuss his mission to b...
2022-10-1354 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieLeah Jacobson | Your Body Is Not BrokenThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with Leah Jacobson: a wife, mother, and author, as well as the founder and CEO of The Guiding Star Project. The Guiding Star Project is a nationwide family of care centers that empower women with a whole-life approach to healthcare that honors their bodies and minds. Leah holds a Master’s degree in Health and Wellness and is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She is also an international speaker and author of the books Wholistic Feminism: Healing the Identity Crisis Caused by the Women’s Movement and The Happy Girl...
2022-10-0657 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieSaul DeAlba | Porn: There Is HopeThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with Saul DeAlba of Freedom Coaching. Saul holds a bachelor’s in Family Sciences from the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family Studies in Guadalajara and is a Certified Life Coach from the Life Coach Training Institute. Saul’s work at Freedom Coaching provides one-to-one mentoring aimed at helping those with an attraction and compulsion to pornography, with the goal of reclaiming a healthy vision of the body and of sexuality.In this episode, Deacon and Saul discuss how people fall into a pornographic lifestyle and the...
2022-09-291h 03Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieSamantha Kelley | You Are More ThanThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with Samantha Kelley, the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete Inc., an organization devoted to promoting true femininity in sport. Samantha played Division 1 Soccer and is currently involved in competitive rowing. She graduated with a Masters in Catholic Psychology and is pursuing Certification in Strength & Conditioning and Theology of the Body.Deacon and Samantha discuss the importance of “identity”, and ways to be leaven for the world in every sphere of our lives. They dive into issues athletes today face such as same sex attraction, spiritual warfare, and pres...
2022-09-221h 04Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieRob Kaczmark | Visual Media to Engage the HeartDeacon Charlie talks with Rob Kaczmark, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Spirit Juice Studio, a creative production firm. Rob discusses how his projects combine the power of high quality visual media with the ever ancient, ever new beauty of Catholicism. He and Deacon also touch on diversity in the Church and ways to break through differences to find common ground.https://www.spiritjuicestudios.comhttps://www.spiritjuice.orgGet in Touch!Visit: The Given Institute - https://giveninstitute.com/Support This Show!https://interland3.d...
2022-09-151h 07Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieEric Groth | Hope Through FilmDeacon Charlie sits down with Eric Groth, husband, father and CEO and Executive Producer of Renovo Media Group. Eric has spent the last 20 years in film production, including founding ODB Films in 2005, where Eric produced more than 250 short films. In January 2016, he released his first feature film, Full of Grace and partnering with Sony Pictures, Eric released Paul, Apostle of Christ in March 2018. Join Deacon Charlie as he talks with Eric about his work at Renovo and ODB Films: how Eric and his team are continually striving to produce content that reveals goodness, truth and beauty through s...
2022-09-0859 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieFather Ambrose Criste | Liturgical CreaturesThis week on Living the Call, Deacon Charlie talks with Fr. Ambrose Criste , a Norbertine priest from St. Michael’s Abbey in Orange County, California. Fr. Ambrose entered the monastery in 2000, made solemn profession in 2006, and was ordained a priest in 2008. He finished his priestly studies in Rome with pontifical degrees from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas and the Pontifical Gregorian University. He is the novice master, the director of formation, and the vocations director for his abbey. Join Deacon Charlie and Father Ambrose in this episode, as they discuss living an authentic Catholic life thr...
2022-09-0156 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieEverett Fritz | NAPA Series, Pt 1For the next three weeks, join Deacon Charlie for his “NAPA Conversations.” These episodes were recorded remotely from the NAPA Institute Conference, an annual event that unites academic, business and faith leaders to discuss ways to support and advance Catholic apostolates throughout the country. This week at NAPA, Deacon Charlie sits down with Everett Fritz: husband, father, author, speaker and founder of Andrew Ministries: a nonprofit devoted to training parishes in small group discipleship and family based youth ministry. The two discuss Everett’s talk at NAPA titled, “Why are Young People Leaving the Church.” They also explore the...
2022-08-181h 04Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeacon Ed Shoener | The New Evangelization of Mental HealthDeacon Ed is President & Co-Founder of The Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers and the Catholic Institute of Mental Health Ministry at the University of San Diego. He is co-author of Responding to Suicide: A Pastoral Handbook for Catholic Leaders and When a Loved One Dies by Suicide. Along with family and friends, he founded The Katie Foundation in honor of his daughter, Kathleen, who died by suicide in 2016. He lives in Scranton, PA with his wife and family. Follow Deacon Ed’s work: • Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministerso https://www.cath...
2021-12-0255 min
Say Yes to Holiness--Catholic Saints in TrainingEpisode #93--"Liturgical Orphans"--Deacon Charlie Echeverry 1 on 1 ConversationThis week’s Say Yes to Holiness 1 on 1 Conversation podcast episode is with Deacon Charlie Echeverry, Founder and Managing Director of Black/Brown, and an OSV Innovation Talk speaker.
Did you know that 42% of U.S. Catholics are Latino? And if you only count those aged 18 and younger, it's 63%!
So how is it that our Catholic communities have become so segregated? In this eye-opening talk, Dcn. Charlie Echeverry calls attention to the “powderkeg” that is the Latino Catholic community in the U.S. If the Church is to live, we must listen to the voice of God...
2021-10-3049 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieAnthony Santella | God in ParadoxAnthony Santella is a Phd computer scientist and cancer researcher who is also an accomplished Catholic visual artist; sculptor, woodworker and painter. He is based in New York City. Follow Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/santella.anthony/ http://www.santella.org/anthony/ The book Anthony mentioned on the show: Dorothy Day - Selected Writings
2021-08-261h 13Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieMaria Vargo | Role of a LifetimeMaria Vargo is an actress, singer/songwriter, director, and Christian speaker; she starred as St. Faustina in a one-woman North American tour performing over 300 shows in the US & Canada. Maria is President & Artistic Director of GK Chesterton Entertainment in Los Angeles. Follow Maria: https://www.mariavargo.com/ Follow GK Chesterton Entertainment: http://www.gkchestertonentertainment.org/ The book we mentioned on the show: Diary of Sister Faustina Kowalska Support this podcast! Patreon Link
2021-08-191h 09Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeacon Harold Burke-Sivers | One Faith, One Hope, One Baptism!Deacon Harold is a globally renown evangelist, preacher, author and Catholic media personality – and is one of the most sought-after speakers in the Church today. He is ordained for the diocese of Portland, OR where he lives with his wife and children. Follow Deacon Harold: https://deaconharold.com/
2021-08-121h 06Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieAnthony D’Ambrosio | The Pugilist at PrayerAnthony D’Ambrosio is an innovator, entrepreneur, artist, musician, amateur boxer and tattoo aficionado and runs Sherwood Fellows a brand strategy and creative agency. Follow Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/thedambro/?hl=en Follow Sherwood Fellows: https://www.sherwoodfellows.co/home The art we mentioned on the show: Unwilling Clarity – By Anthony Santella
2021-08-051h 17Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieRosie Chinea Shawver | Making & Breaking it for GodRosie Chinea Shawver leads the Catholic Association of Latino Leaders. The daughter of Puerto Rican and Cuban parents she has worked in campus ministry, border and immigration outreach for 20 years and has degrees in Psychology, Healthcare and Social Issues as well as a Masters in Divinity from the Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley. Follow Rosie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosiechineashawver/ Follow CALL (Catholic Association of Latino Leaders): www.call-usa.org The book we mentioned on the show: The Power of Silence (Robert Cardinal Sarah)
2021-07-281h 00Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieFr. John Hopkins | Sacrifice vs IndifferenceFr. John Hopkins is Director of The Divine Mercy Clinic and Family Center and is President Emeritus of Divine Mercy University (DMU), which integrates the best of modern psychology with the Catholic faith. Father John has degrees in the Humanities, Philosophy, Psychology and Moral Theology and speaks a number of languages, English, Spanish, Italian & Ice Hockey! Learn more about Fr. John: https://www.dmclinic.org/ The Hopkins Brothers Vocation Story The Hopkins Brothers' Vocation Story
2021-07-211h 00Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieIsaac Cuevas | Pivoting with CourageIsaac Cuevas is Director of Immigration & Public Affairs for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, the largest Catholic diocese in America. He is a career film marketer and public relations expert with deep expertise with diverse US consumers. Learn more about Isaac: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaac-cuevas-4670904/ https://lacatholics.org/departments-ministries/immigration-affairs/
2021-07-141h 07Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJess Echeverry | From Street to SalvationJess Echeverry is a Non-Profit leader, author, homeless advocate and speaker. For more than 20 years, she has run SOFESA, a Los Angeles based organization that serves and accompanies homeless families. Learn more about Jess: http://www.mommaletics.com/ Learn more about SOFESA: https://www.sofesa.org/ Get Jess’s Book, Dazzled: The Key to Perfect Forgiveness: https://www.amazon.com/Jess-Echeverry/dp/1982249161/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=jess+echeverry&qid=1595272990&sr=8-1&pldnSite=1
2021-07-071h 10Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieJon Sorensen | Heavy Metal, Hip Hop & the Road to Christian LeadershipJon Sorensen is Chief Operating Officer of Catholic Answers and leads day-to-day operations for the world’s leading apologetics and evangelization media company. Jon is also a hiking enthusiast, musician, rock & roll connoisseur, and founding member of the eclectic Indie Rock band, Fugate. Learn more about Jon: https://www.catholic.com/profile/jon-sorensen Listen to Jon’s band, Fugate: https://soundcloud.com/fugate-1/sets/blast-the-master Jon’s new solo album, available 7/25/2021: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/jonsorensen/days-go-flying-by
2021-06-301h 23Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDavid Kang | Finding The Way HomeDavid Kang is an Emmy-Nominated storyteller, producer, writer & director. He uses the power of story to align imaginations and move hearts. David’s work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Times, Freakonomics, and Time magazine. David’s film work can be viewed at www.EcceFilms.com He can be reached directly at davidminkang@gmail.com
2021-06-231h 14Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieHector Molina | The MotivangelistHector Molina is an International Catholic evangelist, bible teacher, podcaster, pilgrimage leader, and founder of Upper Room Studios a media ministry. He is known as “the motivangelist”. He is endorsed and recommended by clerical and lay leaders all over the world including Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke, Dr. Peter Kreeft, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, Tim Staples, Steve Ray and many others, and is the best dressed man in Catholic ministry! Links: www.HectorMolina.com A Walk in the Word (Podcast) Patreon.com/hectormolina Hector’s Socials: https://www.youtube...
2021-06-091h 10Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieDeanna Johnston | Intentional Formation through FamilyDeanna Johnston is Director of Family Life for the St. Philip Institute. She leads marriage formation and ongoing marriage enrichment ministries, as well as Fertility Awareness/Natural Family Planning (NFP) and other resources for families in the Diocese of Tyler. Links: Three to Get Married “Life Beyond the Chariot” podcast, Bishop Strickland’s Constitution on Teaching
2021-06-021h 04Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieRodrigo Gonzalez | Business Life, Gospel PracticeRodrigo is Chairman of the Catholic Association of Latino Leaders (C.A.L.L.) and the CEO of DEODATE a real estate consultancy with clients across the US, Asia, Europe, and Central America. Rodrigo is a graduate of the Pepperdine University School of Business & Management and the University of California, Irvine and is a licensed State of California Real Estate Broker.
2021-05-2659 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieSister Josephine Garrett | True DiversitySister Josephine is a native Texan, born and raised in Houston. She moved to Dallas in 1999 to begin studies at the University of Dallas where she completed a BA in Political Philosophy with a Business Concentration. Sister subsequently entered the banking industry, serving for 10 years as a Vice President in the Home Loans division of Bank of America in the roles of Operations Manager of a staff of 200 and later as a Project Manager. Sister was raised Baptist and entered the Catholic Church in 2005. Later, in November of 2011, she began her formation to be a religious Sister. In November...
2021-05-191h 03Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieCarlos Briceño | Baptizing Media & Social InfluenceCarlos is a journalist, editor and multimedia storyteller with experience in video, audio and photography. Quotes from the show:"The present moment is always full of infinite treasure. It contains far more than you can possibly grasp. Faith is the measure of its riches: what you find in the present moment is according to the measure of your faith. Love also is the measure: the more the heart loves, the more it rejoices in what God provides. The will of God presents itself at each moment like an immense ocean that the desire of your...
2021-05-1255 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieArmando Cervantes | Connection & IdentityArmando Cervantes is a nationally recognized non-profit leader with extensive experience in planning, implementing and operating local, diocesan, regional and national comprehensive youth and young adult programs for nonprofit organizations. He currently serves as the Director of Youth & Young Adults for the Diocese of Orange in California.https://www.linkedin.com/in/armando-cervantes-9b88199/https://www.rcbo.org/resource/youngadultministry/Living the CALL is brought to you by the Catholic Association of Latino Leaders. The Catholic Association of Latino Leaders (CALL) Los Angeles Chapter is fundraising to help families in need...
2021-05-0554 minLiving the CALL with Deacon CharlieSequoia Sierra | Beauty will save the worldSequoia Sierra is an entrepreneur, designer & courtiere. She's worked in TV and film, winning awards for both her design and styling work. As a serial entrepreneur, Sequoia's passion and interests cover an array of industries and topics, but her goal in everything can be summed up in one word: "Beauty."www.sequoiasierra.comwww.theliturgicalco.comLearn about the Norbertines & Carmelites:www.stmichaelsabbey.comwww.carmelitesistersocd.comLiving the CALL is brought to you by the Catholic Association of Latino Leaders. The Catholic Association of La...
2021-04-281h 05Living the CALL with Deacon CharlieFr. Agustino Torres | Capturing the Imagination of the WorldDeacon Charlie Echeverry and Fr. Agustino Torres kickoff a brand new season of Living the CALL!About Fr. AgustinoFranciscan Friars of the Renewalhttps://www.franciscanfriars.com/Corazon Puro Apostolatehttp://corazonpuro.org/about-us.htmlThis show is brought to you by the Catholic Association of Latino Leaders (CALL). The Catholic Association of Latino Leaders Los Angeles Chapter is fundraising to help families in need of tuition assistance at the Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. To donate from your phone text...
2021-04-1951 min
The Catholic Creatives PodcastAuthentic Diversity: Deacon Charlie EcheverryDeacon Charlie Echeverry is the founder of the Black//Brown Collective, an accelerator based in Los Angeles that aims to connect emerging technology with emerging audiences. As a former executive for media companies like mitu, Univision, and Walt Disney, and as a chairperson for Catholic Answers and Catholic Association of Latino Leaders, Deacon Charlie is actively working to create a world that sees diversity as a strength, not as a checklist or imposition. He and Anthony discuss practical ways we can all work towards a truly unified Catholic experience.Get in touch with Deacon Charlie at charlie...
2019-11-1400 min