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My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastIntentional Discipleship: Apostolate & MinistryThe conversation delves into various themes including philosophical concepts like the veil of ignorance, personal reflections on cigars and drinks, and a deep exploration of discipleship and apostolic work within the Catholic faith. The speakers discuss the importance of intentional discipleship, the distinction between ministry and apostolate, and the transformative power of a relationship with Christ. They also touch on personal growth, the significance of community, and the cyclical nature of faith development.2024-11-2434 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastCatholic Social DoctrineWe discuss the 5 pillars of Catholic Social Doctrine: the Common Good, Human Dignity, Solidarity, Subsidiarity and Participation. Included is a discussion of the proper meaning of justice and mercy.
Cigars
Gurkha Cellar Reserve Platinum
Gurkha Ghost
Rocky Patel 1990
Drinking
Messina's Special Reserve Tawny Port
Dewar's White Label
Reading
The God Delusion, Dawkins
Mark's Substack Reviews on The God Delusion
The Life of Christ, Fulton J. Sheen
Healing, Dr. Mary Healy
References
Compendium on Catholic Social Doctrine (online)
Compendium on Catholic Social...2024-03-1252 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastGaudium et Spes Part IIn addition to our regular segment - What ya drinkin' and what ya smokin', we introduce a new topic, entitled DAN: Doubts, Answers and Non-Sequiturs. We also discuss our Lenten practices. In our main segment, we discuss Gaudium et Spes. In particular we examine the role of the Church in the modern world and some of the world issues predicted by the Second Vatican Council.
Cigars
El Pulpo by Artesano del Tobacco
Casa Cuba Doble Cuatro
Whisky
Dewar's White Label
Glenmorangie 10 Year
What We're Reading
The Word and the Spirt, Congar
Treasure in Clay: The Autobiography of Fulton J. Sheen
...2024-03-041h 06My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastCatholic Moral LawOur main focus is a discussion of the meaning and make up of Catholic Moral Theology. We conclude by unpacking a series of scenarios to discuss real world applications. Subtopics: Formed and informed conscience; venial and mortal sin; willful ignorance.
What Ya Drinkin'
Dewars White Label
Liquid Death Grim Leafer Tea
Glenmorangie 10
Story about dad packing beer in son's lunch.
What Ya Smokin'
La Flor Dominca Ligero
Gurkha 125
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Work of Art (N)
What Ya Readin'
Gaudium et Spes
Great Expectations
Dune
Courtship of the Saints
Misc Refe...2024-02-251h 00My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastPersonal EvangelizationWe discuss the role of the laity in evangelization and ways we can be intentional in personal apostolate.
Books
Through Winds and Waves
Plan of Life
Coached by Josemaria Escriva
Witcher Series
Tolkien's Faith
Divine Mercy in My Soul
Free Will and the Rebel Angels in Medieval Philosophy
Cigars
Arturo Fuente 8-5-8
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Between the Lines
Gurkha Ghost Exorcist
Whisky
Glenmorangie 10
2024-02-2059 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastDeveloping a Plan for Daily PrayerAs we begin the new year, we discuss the importance of having a plan for daily prayer, for daily conversation with our Lord. We lay out two general approaches (ADEPT and ACTS) and then discuss our own daily plans. Here is a Joe Catholic post that contains all of the prayer links discussed in this episode.
Whiskey
Glenmorangie 10
Maker's Mark
Cigars
Arturo Fuente Hemingway, Classic (N)
Tampa Sweethearts #24
Prayer Apps
iBreviary
St. Josemaria (Plan of...2024-01-0458 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastLiturgical Challenge & ChreastersWe discuss the unique liturgical challenge of getting to go to Mass twice in two days. We also discuss ways we can witness to and evangelize Chreasters.
Mass Times App
Whiskey:
Woodford Reserve
Cigars:
Crux Epicure
Fuente Sun Grown Queen B
2024-01-0447 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastPastoral Theology: Serving Souls in the Streets (and Pews)We discuss how we maneuvered through the liturgical challenges discussed in last week's episode. We also share a bit about our Christmas family traditions. In our main segment, we frame our discussion on community, duty, friendship and hospitality within the context of pastoral theology.
Whiskey
Glenmorangie 10
Cigars
Alec Bradley Magic Toast
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Work of Art, Maduro
House of Cigars Factory
2023-12-281h 01My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastSchools of SpiritualityWe discuss schools of spirituality and share our introduction to the Order of Preachers (Dominicans) and Opus Dei. We further discuss the Rule of Life and Plan of Life for each respectively. We close out with a discussion on the intentionality of formation.
Cigar
Arturo Fuente Anejo
Whisky
Johnnie Walker Double Black2023-12-181h 09My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastFriendship and SubstacksWe briefly discuss Aristotelian friendship and Mark's writing projects. We dig into Lumen Gentium. We talk about the call of holiness, participation and our vocation. Additionally, we talk about the lack of men attending Mass and being "involved."
Whiskey:
Glenmorangie Tale of Tokyo
Cigars:
Monte Cristo 1935 Anniversary Edicion Diamante
Casa Fuente
LINKS:
Mark's Substack2023-12-0958 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastChrist the KingWe review a couple of cigars we've smoked before as we pair them with Woodford Reserve Bourbon. We then discuss the meaning of Christ the King, renewed our annual debate on whether or not Advent is a penitential season and we thought back to our days in grad school. Oh and we ponder the salvation of alien beings on other planets.2023-11-2756 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastThe Origin StoryMy Stogie Mystagogy was launched on March 4, 2016. We have dug up the original episode to share with you.2023-11-2320 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastPodcast Revisited Part TroisMark Connolly, my best friend, got together last week to talk about relaunching the podcast. We didn't plan a topic so we are little bit disjointed, but the primary theme is evangelizing in the modern world. Oh and we discuss our time at the Las Vegas Big Smoke.2023-11-221h 04
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastDivine MercyWe cover the ABC's of Divine Mercy, its devotion, chaplet and the Sunday liturgical celebration. Resources mentioned in the episode can be located at our Joe Catholic website.2020-04-1830 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastWhat is Triduum?This is a throwback Thursday episode. We share a My Stogie Mystagogy conversation from 2017 in which Mark and I discuss the shortest liturgical season of the Catholic calendar - Triduum. We apologize for some of the spotty sound; we were experimenting with recording on Skype. 2019-04-191h 23
My Stogie Mystagogy Podcast3rd Sunday of Lent - Navarre Bible CommentaryThis is our audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Luke 13:1-9. The commentary reflects on the need for repentance and the parable of the barren fig tree. Additionally, we give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium.
We have excluded the reading of all of the references and scriptural cross references to permit a better flow of the reading. You can locate these references, as well as the paragraphs from the Catechism in which passages from this Gospel reading are cited, at www.thejoecatholic.org.
We re...2019-03-2407 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastSt. Joseph - Patron of Fathers, Workers and Terror of DemonsWe discuss St. Joseph's role as a personal patron and for the universal Church. We also discuss how to build good, Catholic habits in our children, even as young as 3 years old. This episode also includes a My Stogie Mystagogy segment wherein we review a few cigars and Bullet bourbon.2019-03-2435 min
My Stogie Mystagogy Podcast2nd Sunday of Lent - Navarre Bible CommentaryWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Luke 9:28-36. The commentary reflects on the Transfiguration of Christ as a consolation for the three apostles (Peter, James and John) in preparation for his passion.
We have excluded the reading of all of the references and scriptural cross references to permit a better flow of the reading. You can locate these references, as well as the paragraphs from the Catechism in which passages from this Gospel reading are...2019-03-1906 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 32: Lent - Getting Back on TrackWe discuss the meaning of the the 3 Pillars of Lent, the two-fold challenge of trying to do too little or too much and recommendation on how to get back on track.
We reference several resources and you can find all of those links on the Joe Catholic post associated with this episode. That can be found at www.thejoecatholic.org2019-03-1726 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 31: Lenten PracticesOn this episode we do a Throwback Tuesday and revisit last year's podcast from My Stogie Mystagogy in which we discuss our current Lenten practices and how we are doing. Sources mentioned: Exodus 90, Dynamic Catholic, In Conversation with God (Relevant Radio Podcast), Liturgy of the Hours, Life of Christ (Fulton Sheen) and more.2019-03-131h 10
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 30 - Navarre Bible Commentary: Solemnity of Mary, Mother of GOdWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Luke 2:16-21. The commentary reflects on the encounter between the shepherds and the newborn Jesus. Additionally, the commentators explain the significance of the naming of Jesus.
We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2019-01-0107 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 29 - Navarre Bible Commentary: Feast of the Holy FamilyWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Luke 2:41-52. The commentary reflect on the interaction of Jesus at 12 years old with His parents, Mary and Joseph. The commentary describes this passage as the only instance in any of the Gospels in which we get a glimpse into Jesus' hidden years of obscurity as He lived out an ordinary life before His public ministry.
We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl...2018-12-3114 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 28 - The Incarnation Explained & When is Christmas OverWe discuss the Church's teaching on the Incarnation and offer a reflection on the meaning of the hidden years of Jesus. We also explain the connection between the 12 Days of Christmas and the liturgical end of Christmas. 2018-12-2819 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 27 - Our Lady of Guadalupe - A Mini Mariology CourseAudio from a Joe Catholic workshop in which we discuss the apparition and image Our Lady of Guadalupe as a mini Mariology course.2018-12-1223 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 26 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 1st Sunday of AdventWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Luke 21:25-28, 34-36. The commentary begins the Advent Season by reflecting on Christ's exhortation to His followers to be vigilant in preparation for His return.
We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-12-0209 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 25: Navarre Bible Commentary - Christ the KingWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from John 18:33-37. The commentary analyzes the dialogue between Jesus and Pilate in which our Lord is questioned about His kingship.
We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-11-2511 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 24 - Board of Intercessors: My GoTo SaintsThe audio is taken from a Joe Catholic workshop held in November 2014 in which we discuss a unique way to look at our patron saints and how to incorporate their intercession in all aspects of our lives. We also explain the nuts and bolts about the Communion of Saints and then look at developing a Board of Intercessors or "go to" saints that are part of your daily plan of life.2018-11-2533 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 23 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Mark 13:24-32. The commentary analyzes Jesus' exhortation to prepare for His second coming at the end of time.
We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-11-1908 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 22 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 32nd Sunday in Ordinary TimeWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Mark 12:38-44. The commentary analyzes the account of the widow's mite as an example of the importance of the "little things."
We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-11-1107 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 21 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 31st Sunday in Ordinary TimeWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Mark 12:28-34. This passage analyzes answer to scribe about the Greatest Commandment.
We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-11-0506 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 20 - Navarre Bible Commentary: Solemnity of All SaintsWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Matthew 5:1-12. This passage begins the Sermon on the Mount discourse. This particular Gospel reading lays out the Beatitudes and the commentary analyzes and explains how they provide us with a guide on how to live our lives in union with Christ. We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-11-0118 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 19 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 30th Sunday in Ordinary TimeWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Mark 10:46-52, the account of
Bartimaeus, the blind man in Jericho. In this commentary, we learn that Jesus is also teaching us how to answer His call to apostolate and holiness. We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-10-2811 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 18 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 29th Sunday in Ordinary TimeWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Mark 10:35-45, the account of the sons of Zebedee making a request of Christ. In this commentary, we learn that Jesus is also teaching us how to pray and how to respond to God's answers. We recommend you purchase and read the Navarre Bible for personal study. https://tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-10-2108 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 17 - Attending a Catholic Retreat(NOTE: We had an error in editing and posted the general podcast ending before the actual episode. Please pardon our newbie mistake and continue to listen through the episode. We think we have corrected the mistake.)
We discuss three examples of Catholic retreats: WELCOME (aka CRHP 2.0), ACTS and an Opus Dei sponsored silent retreat. In addition to sharing our experiences with each of these retreat types, we share our views on the efficacy of attending a retreat, the dangers of chasing the "retreat high" and explore the notion of implementing an annual retreat as part of a plan of life.
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My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 16 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 28th Sunday in Ordinary TimeWe give an overview on Catholic exegesis in conformity with the Church's Magisterium and then share an audio version of the Navarre Bible commentary on today's Gospel from Mark 10:17-30, the story of rich young man.2018-10-1521 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 15 - The Rosary: Spiritual WeaponWe discuss the Christo-centric nature of the Rosary and offer a brief apologetic role-play on how to respond to friends and family who think the Rosary is not Biblical. We share some personal stories about the impact the Rosary has had on our lives and how we share the devotion with our families.
Please review the complete show note at www.TheJoeCatholic.org
There we have all the links for websites and podcast episodes we referenced.2018-10-1047 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 14 - Navarre Bible Commentary: 27th Sunday in Ordinary TimeWe begin a new Sunday series of sharing the Navarre Bible Commentary on the Sunday Gospel reading. If you are interested in buying the Navarre Bible Commentary series, you can find them at Scepter Publishers https://tinyurl.com/NavBible2018-10-0702 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 13 - What is Opus Dei?October 2nd was the 90th anniversary of the founding of Opus Dei. We share a brief talk from a previous Joe Catholic workshop in which we discuss what is Opus Dei and learn about its members and cooperators. To learn more about Opus Dei, we recommend visiting www.opusdei.org2018-10-0518 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 12 - Sins of Our Youth: How Far Back?In the shadow of the Kavanaugh Supreme Court nomination hearings, we discuss how far back we should be held responsible for the sins of our youth. We discuss a firing of a high school Spanish teacher who had posed for Playboy when she was 19 years old. We also discuss other real, past scenarios involving members of the panel. We review the HR implications and some of the relevant laws. We also talk about the contradictory nature of the cultural environment of permissiveness and zero-tolerance for mistakes. We conclude by examining how Catholic parents can help their children maneuver these complicated...2018-09-2451 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 11 - The Church of FootballWe decided to take a break away from the heavy topics and go light hearted with a look at how we prioritize football and sports in our lives.2018-09-1948 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 10 - The Church Scandals and the Laity's ResponseI am joined by my friend Mark Connolly as we discuss the latest Church scandals and how we, the laity, should respond.2018-09-1103 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 9 - Saving SoulsIn this episode we share a clip from a longer discussion we had at Joe Catholic on August 18th. We had intended to provide audio of the entire workshop, but some of the audio is poor and needs to be cleaned up before we can publish. We had intended to only discuss what the differences were in dogma, doctrine and discipline, but the discussion turned to the leadership style of Pope Francis. In light of recent events, I think that discussion is relevant and may help some of us work through the difficult times we are in and what is...2018-09-0312 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 8: Friendship: Aristotelian & Thomistic viewsWe explore the authentic meaning of friendship using the Aristotelian and Thomistic points of view as a framework.2018-08-191h 18
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 7 - Pope Francis Revises 2267 of the CatechismOn August 2nd, Pope Francis made a revision to paragraph 2267 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The paragraph deals with the death penalty. The following is talk we presented at Joe Catholic workshop the following Saturday. During the talk, we focused on the original text, the 1997 text and the newest revision. We also discusses how doctrine can develop. We had a robust group discussion afterwards, but a few of the members did not want to be recorded. We hope to revisit the topic in an upcoming episode to discuss the implications, if any, of the process taken to change...2018-08-1136 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 6 - Origin of the Catechism of the Catholic ChurchIn light of Pope Francis announcing a change to the Catechism (paragraph 2267), we have opted to share a Joe Catholic talk on the origin of the Catechism. Soon we will also release a discussion on the particular change.2018-08-0420 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 5 - Interview with Mark ConnollyMark Connolly is a Director of Human Resources and a lay Dominican. He shares his views on the role of the laity and how he tries to live that out in his own life.2018-07-2754 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 2 - Defining the LaityIn this episode we review how the Church has defined the term laity and we offer our own definition of the term to provide a framework for understanding future conversations.2018-07-2209 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 4 - 50th Anniversary of Humanae VitaeMr. Mark Connolly, M.T.S., O.P. unpacks the key points of Bl. Pope Paul VI's prophetic encyclical Humanae Vitae. We follow up the talk with a discussion between the men in attendance. July 25th is the 50th anniversary of this important Church document.2018-07-2139 minMy Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 0: About UsAbout us. We explain the origins of Joe Catholic and our goals for the podcast.2018-07-1511 min
My Stogie Mystagogy PodcastEpisode 1: Catholic Social DoctrineIn honor of the Fourth of July we publish one of our talks from Joe Catholic from a few years ago in which we discuss the five pillars of Catholic social doctrine.2018-07-0420 min