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Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThinking Faith S02E10 | Papal Predictions and Holy HunchesIn this episode of Thinking Faith, recorded just before the election of Pope Leo XIV, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld put on their Vatican-prognosticating hats to reflect on the passing of Pope Francis and wonder what might be on the minds of the Cardinals heading into the conclave. From thoughts on papal names (yes, they took a few stabs!) to the kind of leader the Church might need next, they provide a snapshot of their hopes, hunches, and theological musings — and you get the benefit of hindsight! Tune in for a mix of heart, history, and a li...
2025-05-141h 01Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThinking Faith S02E10 | Papal Predictions and Holy HunchesIn this episode of Thinking Faith, recorded just before the election of Pope Leo XIV, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld put on their Vatican-prognosticating hats to reflect on the passing of Pope Francis and wonder what might be on the minds of the Cardinals heading into the conclave. From thoughts on papal names (yes, they took a few stabs!) to the kind of leader the Church might need next, they provide a snapshot of their hopes, hunches, and theological musings — and you get the benefit of hindsight! Tune in for a mix of heart, history, and a li...
2025-05-141h 01
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastLiving In The Psalms - Part 4In this final episode of our four-part series on Living in the Psalms with Deacon Eric Gurash, we examine the place of the Psalms in our Church and our spiritual lives and discuss various tools for making their rich poetry and timeless wisdom our own and truly living in the Psalms.
2025-02-0554 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastLiving In The Psalms - Part 4In this final episode of our four-part series on Living in the Psalms with Deacon Eric Gurash, we examine the place of the Psalms in our Church and our spiritual lives and discuss various tools for making their rich poetry and timeless wisdom our own and truly living in the Psalms.
2025-02-0554 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastLiving in the Psalms - Part 3Join Deacon Eric Gurash for part three of Living in the Psalms. This week, discover the over-arching theme of the Psalms and examine how to approach the Psalms from a personal, lived perspective. Deepen your understanding of how to see and hear the Psalms through the lens of metaphor, parallels and repetition and how these tools of Hebrew poetry can help connect the Psalms to our daily lives.
2025-01-2844 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastLiving in the Psalms - Part 3Join Deacon Eric Gurash for part three of Living in the Psalms. This week, discover the over-arching theme of the Psalms and examine how to approach the Psalms from a personal, lived perspective. Deepen your understanding of how to see and hear the Psalms through the lens of metaphor, parallels and repetition and how these tools of Hebrew poetry can help connect the Psalms to our daily lives.
2025-01-2844 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastLiving in the Psalms - Part 2Join Deacon Eric Gurash for part two of the four-part series Living in the Psalms. This week, discover how the five books of the Psalms weave together the story of salvation history, reflecting the experiences of Israel through times of exile, kingship, and restoration. Explore how these ancient prayers continue to shape our spiritual journey, offering hope, healing, and the assurance of God’s steadfast love.
2025-01-2137 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastLiving in the Psalms - Part 2Join Deacon Eric Gurash for part two of the four-part series Living in the Psalms. This week, discover how the five books of the Psalms weave together the story of salvation history, reflecting the experiences of Israel through times of exile, kingship, and restoration. Explore how these ancient prayers continue to shape our spiritual journey, offering hope, healing, and the assurance of God’s steadfast love.
2025-01-2137 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastLiving In The Psalms - Part 1Join Deacon Eric Gurash for part one of the four-part series Living in the Psalms. The Psalms are unlike any other book of Scripture—neither history nor prophecy, gospel nor epistle—they are prayers, a unique school of prayer gifted to us by God. This week, discover how the Psalms teach us the language of prayer, revealing the heart of David, Israel, and, ultimately, our own hearts. Discover how these ancient prayers can transform your relationship with God, deepen your faith, and bring healing and peace.
2025-01-1437 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastLiving In The Psalms - Part 1Join Deacon Eric Gurash for part one of the four-part series Living in the Psalms. The Psalms are unlike any other book of Scripture—neither history nor prophecy, gospel nor epistle—they are prayers, a unique school of prayer gifted to us by God. This week, discover how the Psalms teach us the language of prayer, revealing the heart of David, Israel, and, ultimately, our own hearts. Discover how these ancient prayers can transform your relationship with God, deepen your faith, and bring healing and peace.
2025-01-1437 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastLights in the Darkness - Navigating the January BluesDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the challenges of the "January Blues," exploring the struggles many face during these cold, dark winter days. With a blend of compassion and practical wisdom, he shares faith-filled insights and simple self-care practices to help bring light and hope into the first month of the new year. Whether you're feeling weighed down by the season or looking for ways to start the year with a renewed sense of purpose, discover encouragement and practical tips for nurturing your soul and your well-being.
2025-01-0729 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastLights in the Darkness - Navigating the January BluesDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the challenges of the "January Blues," exploring the struggles many face during these cold, dark winter days. With a blend of compassion and practical wisdom, he shares faith-filled insights and simple self-care practices to help bring light and hope into the first month of the new year. Whether you're feeling weighed down by the season or looking for ways to start the year with a renewed sense of purpose, discover encouragement and practical tips for nurturing your soul and your well-being.
2025-01-0729 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastA New Approach to Youth Ministry Marrick Reeve and Michelle BradenThis week on Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric Gurash welcomes Marrick Reeve of Christ the King parish in Regina and Michelle Braden of the Archdiocese of Regina's Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry to discuss a new youth ministry pilot project. They'll share the ways that moving youth ministry from the parish and into a unique partnership with local Catholic schools has created exciting opportunities for conversation, relationship building, and conversion.
2024-10-2238 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastA New Approach to Youth Ministry Marrick Reeve and Michelle BradenThis week on Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric Gurash welcomes Marrick Reeve of Christ the King parish in Regina and Michelle Braden of the Archdiocese of Regina's Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry to discuss a new youth ministry pilot project. They'll share the ways that moving youth ministry from the parish and into a unique partnership with local Catholic schools has created exciting opportunities for conversation, relationship building, and conversion.
2024-10-2238 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastNET Ministries 30th Anniversary with Pierre O'ReillyThis week, Deacon Eric Gurash visits with Pierre O'Reilly, Executive Director of NET Ministries Canada, to discuss their 30th anniversary. They explore how the ministry challenges young Catholics to love Christ, embrace the life of the Church, and equips them for evangelization through personal witness, faith formation, and leadership training. Learn more about this amazing ministry, book a retreat team, or get information on how to become a missionary at https://www.netcanada.ca/.
2024-10-0140 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastNET Ministries 30th Anniversary with Pierre O'ReillyThis week, Deacon Eric Gurash visits with Pierre O'Reilly, Executive Director of NET Ministries Canada, to discuss their 30th anniversary. They explore how the ministry challenges young Catholics to love Christ, embrace the life of the Church, and equips them for evangelization through personal witness, faith formation, and leadership training. Learn more about this amazing ministry, book a retreat team, or get information on how to become a missionary at https://www.netcanada.ca/.
2024-10-0140 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic Podcast"Pilgrims of Hope" ArchRegina Congress 2024 with Deacon Eric Gurash and Lisa PolkDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with Director of Pastoral Services and Operations Lisa Polk to discuss the upcoming ArchRegina Congress, "Pilgrims of Hope," taking place Saturday, September 21, at Resurrection Parish in Regina. They'll discuss the changing dynamics and demographics of the Church in the Archdiocese of Regina and the ways that this year's Congress will explore the future vision of our Catholic churches in Southern Saskatchewan. Learn more about this important opportunity to be part of a dynamic and spirit-driven process of change and transformation, and find out how you can take part at the following link: h...
2024-09-1741 minThinking Faith: The Catholic Podcast"Pilgrims of Hope" ArchRegina Congress 2024 with Deacon Eric Gurash and Lisa PolkDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with Director of Pastoral Services and Operations Lisa Polk to discuss the upcoming ArchRegina Congress, "Pilgrims of Hope," taking place Saturday, September 21, at Resurrection Parish in Regina. They'll discuss the changing dynamics and demographics of the Church in the Archdiocese of Regina and the ways that this year's Congress will explore the future vision of our Catholic churches in Southern Saskatchewan. Learn more about this important opportunity to be part of a dynamic and spirit-driven process of change and transformation, and find out how you can take part at the following link: h...
2024-09-1741 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 2In this part two of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/
2024-09-1028 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 2In this part two of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/
2024-09-1028 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 1In this part of one of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and their wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/
2024-09-0335 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 1In this part of one of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and their wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/
2024-09-0335 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 5Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, for this final installment of their summer retreat based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love. This week, they wrap up their reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a...
2024-08-2742 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 5Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, for this final installment of their summer retreat based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love. This week, they wrap up their reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a...
2024-08-2742 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Retreat: Contemplations on Divine Love Part 4Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...
2024-08-2031 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Retreat: Contemplations on Divine Love Part 4Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...
2024-08-2031 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 3Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...
2024-08-1331 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 3Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...
2024-08-1331 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 2In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...
2024-08-0626 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 2In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...
2024-08-0626 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 1In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...
2024-07-3040 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 1In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...
2024-07-3040 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDeacon Eric Gurash with Lay Formation Graduates Gail Reles and Dr. David KoprivaDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with recent Lay Formation program graduates Gail Reles of Holy Trinity Parish in Regina and Dr. David Kopriva of St. Anne's Parish, Regina, to discuss their recent Commissioning celebration and their experiences of growth, transformation and spiritual renewal as program participants. We are currently accepting applications for our fall intake. For more information on how to register, please contact our Program Coordinator, Deacon Eric Gurash at 306-721-6724 or email him at egurash@archregina.sk.ca.
2024-06-2543 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDeacon Eric Gurash with Lay Formation Graduates Gail Reles and Dr. David KoprivaDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with recent Lay Formation program graduates Gail Reles of Holy Trinity Parish in Regina and Dr. David Kopriva of St. Anne's Parish, Regina, to discuss their recent Commissioning celebration and their experiences of growth, transformation and spiritual renewal as program participants. We are currently accepting applications for our fall intake. For more information on how to register, please contact our Program Coordinator, Deacon Eric Gurash at 306-721-6724 or email him at egurash@archregina.sk.ca.
2024-06-2543 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSpiritual Peer Support Breaking Stigma and Preserving Dignity Through AcknowledgmentDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the role of core values in spiritual peer support as they are encountered in Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministry and zeros in on the value of acknowledgment. He examines the root of this value in compassionate listening and how it can be more deeply informed by the model of Christ in the Gospels and the Ignatian Spiritual practice of spiritual conversation. Show Snippet: "In Spiritual Peer Support, acknowledgment is transformative, fostering empathy and understanding through active listening and non-judgmental attitudes. Participants validate each other’s experiences, reducing stigma and creating trust and...
2024-06-0438 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSpiritual Peer Support Breaking Stigma and Preserving Dignity Through AcknowledgmentDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the role of core values in spiritual peer support as they are encountered in Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministry and zeros in on the value of acknowledgment. He examines the root of this value in compassionate listening and how it can be more deeply informed by the model of Christ in the Gospels and the Ignatian Spiritual practice of spiritual conversation. Show Snippet: "In Spiritual Peer Support, acknowledgment is transformative, fostering empathy and understanding through active listening and non-judgmental attitudes. Participants validate each other’s experiences, reducing stigma and creating trust and...
2024-06-0438 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastFinding Grace in the Dark The Examen Prayer and Mental HealthDuring this Mental Health Awareness Month, Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the challenges of navigating a relationship with God amid acute mental health struggles and chronic mental illness and points to the Awareness Examen as a particularly powerful tool for building resiliency and discovering God's presence even in our hardest trials. For more about the Examen Prayer visit: https://www.jesuits.org/spirituality/the-ignatian-examen/ For Mental Health Spiritual Peer Support and other resources, visit: https://emmaussupport.ca/
2024-05-2136 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastFinding Grace in the Dark The Examen Prayer and Mental HealthDuring this Mental Health Awareness Month, Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the challenges of navigating a relationship with God amid acute mental health struggles and chronic mental illness and points to the Awareness Examen as a particularly powerful tool for building resiliency and discovering God's presence even in our hardest trials. For more about the Examen Prayer visit: https://www.jesuits.org/spirituality/the-ignatian-examen/ For Mental Health Spiritual Peer Support and other resources, visit: https://emmaussupport.ca/
2024-05-2136 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastCommunities of Care: Catholic Parishes and Mental Health Peer SupportThis week on Thinking Faith Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the ways that spiritual peer support can help navigate mental health challenges and the role our parishes and Catholic social teaching can play in building caring, supportive communities. Show Snippet: "Our parish communities are uniquely positioned to walk with others, offering prayer-filled support that can rebuild self-esteem and confidence often undermined by experiences of mental illness through a focus on mutuality, self-determination, respect, dignity, equity, and belonging." Find out more about the Archdiocese of Regina's Emmaus Family Support mental health ministry at www.emmaussupport.ca.
2024-01-1628 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastCommunities of Care: Catholic Parishes and Mental Health Peer SupportThis week on Thinking Faith Deacon Eric Gurash discusses the ways that spiritual peer support can help navigate mental health challenges and the role our parishes and Catholic social teaching can play in building caring, supportive communities. Show Snippet: "Our parish communities are uniquely positioned to walk with others, offering prayer-filled support that can rebuild self-esteem and confidence often undermined by experiences of mental illness through a focus on mutuality, self-determination, respect, dignity, equity, and belonging." Find out more about the Archdiocese of Regina's Emmaus Family Support mental health ministry at www.emmaussupport.ca.
2024-01-1628 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThe Archdiocese Of Regina Lay Formation ProgramThis week Deacon Eric gathers with three graduates of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation program to discuss what drew them to take part, what the experience has been like, and how things have changed in their relationship with Jesus Christ, His Church, and their relationships in the world. To register for Fall classes, contact Deacon Eric at egurash@archregina.sk.ca. Show snippet: "I had been fairly active in the parish; I'd been teaching Sacramental prep, and working with kids forever, and I want to know what I'm talking about when I'm working with...
2023-08-1537 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThe Archdiocese Of Regina Lay Formation ProgramThis week Deacon Eric gathers with three graduates of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation program to discuss what drew them to take part, what the experience has been like, and how things have changed in their relationship with Jesus Christ, His Church, and their relationships in the world. To register for Fall classes, contact Deacon Eric at egurash@archregina.sk.ca. Show snippet: "I had been fairly active in the parish; I'd been teaching Sacramental prep, and working with kids forever, and I want to know what I'm talking about when I'm working with...
2023-08-1537 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThe Reed Of God Summer Retreat with Deacon Eric Gurash - Part 1 AdventJoin Deacon Eric for this special summer retreat with Mary through the lens of the Caryll Houselander spiritual classic, "The Reed of God." Journey with Mary as a spiritual companion and guide through the nativity, ministry, death, and resurrection of her Son Jesus Christ and discover new avenues to faith, discipleship, and mission. Show Snippet: "Sometimes it may seem to us that there is no purpose in our lives, that going day after day for years to this office or that school or factory is nothing else but waste and weariness. But it may be that God...
2023-07-0444 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThe Reed Of God Summer Retreat with Deacon Eric Gurash - Part 1 AdventJoin Deacon Eric for this special summer retreat with Mary through the lens of the Caryll Houselander spiritual classic, "The Reed of God." Journey with Mary as a spiritual companion and guide through the nativity, ministry, death, and resurrection of her Son Jesus Christ and discover new avenues to faith, discipleship, and mission. Show Snippet: "Sometimes it may seem to us that there is no purpose in our lives, that going day after day for years to this office or that school or factory is nothing else but waste and weariness. But it may be that God...
2023-07-0444 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastJoy in the Gospel Mental Health and Positive Psychology with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses how Catholic spiritual practice and positive psychology can work together to create a healthy and sustainable approach to well-being while cultivating a deeper connection to our God and others. Show Snippet: "Without stating it expressly, Positive psychology recognizes a fundamental Christian truth; that human beings are indeed “fearfully and wonderfully made” and that the human person is a beautiful mystery with an inherent purpose, meaning, and dignity." Links: The Gospel of Happiness by Christopher Kaczor - https://amzn.to/3RFJF2O Finding Joy in the Gospel; Positive Psyc...
2023-02-0730 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastJoy in the Gospel Mental Health and Positive Psychology with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses how Catholic spiritual practice and positive psychology can work together to create a healthy and sustainable approach to well-being while cultivating a deeper connection to our God and others. Show Snippet: "Without stating it expressly, Positive psychology recognizes a fundamental Christian truth; that human beings are indeed “fearfully and wonderfully made” and that the human person is a beautiful mystery with an inherent purpose, meaning, and dignity." Links: The Gospel of Happiness by Christopher Kaczor - https://amzn.to/3RFJF2O Finding Joy in the Gospel; Positive Psyc...
2023-02-0730 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastEvangelization and the Word of God with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses a recent trip to the Yorkton area where he spoke about Evangelization and parish renewal with a focus on evangelization as the core mission of the Church and how the Word of God provides a key starting point. Show Snippet: "In 2019 Pope Francis gave us a key starting point by declaring the third Sunday in Ordinary Time "Word of God Sunday". As the new Liturgical season begins, and at the start of every year moving forward, Pope Francis issues this clear encouragement to the whole People of God, to get to know...
2023-01-3124 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastEvangelization and the Word of God with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses a recent trip to the Yorkton area where he spoke about Evangelization and parish renewal with a focus on evangelization as the core mission of the Church and how the Word of God provides a key starting point. Show Snippet: "In 2019 Pope Francis gave us a key starting point by declaring the third Sunday in Ordinary Time "Word of God Sunday". As the new Liturgical season begins, and at the start of every year moving forward, Pope Francis issues this clear encouragement to the whole People of God, to get to know...
2023-01-3124 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThe Archdiocese Of Regina Lay Formation ProgramThis week Deacon Eric gathers with three recent graduates of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation program to discuss what drew them to take part, what the experience has been like, and how things have changed in their relationship with Jesus Christ, His Church, and their relationships in the world. To learn more or to register for Fall classes, contact Deacon Eric at egurash@archregina.sk.ca. Show snippet: "I had been fairly active in the parish; I'd been teaching Sacramental prep, and working with kids forever, and I want to know what I'm talking...
2022-07-1237 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThe Archdiocese Of Regina Lay Formation ProgramThis week Deacon Eric gathers with three recent graduates of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation program to discuss what drew them to take part, what the experience has been like, and how things have changed in their relationship with Jesus Christ, His Church, and their relationships in the world. To learn more or to register for Fall classes, contact Deacon Eric at egurash@archregina.sk.ca. Show snippet: "I had been fairly active in the parish; I'd been teaching Sacramental prep, and working with kids forever, and I want to know what I'm talking...
2022-07-1237 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSaints and Mental Health: St. Raphael, Remedy of GodOur monthly series on the Saints and Mental health continues as Deacon Eric Gurash reflects on Archangel, St. Raphael, and his role not just as a healer of physical ailments, but as a powerful intercessor and companion in times of serious grief and emotional distress. Show Snippet: "The story of Tobit and his family reminds us that these answered prayers often come in surprising, disguised ways. A coworker or friend, a bit of scripture or song heard at a time of great need, or, as with Raphael, a lonely traveler, a stranger...all may be secret encounters...
2022-06-0121 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSaints and Mental Health: St. Raphael, Remedy of GodOur monthly series on the Saints and Mental health continues as Deacon Eric Gurash reflects on Archangel, St. Raphael, and his role not just as a healer of physical ailments, but as a powerful intercessor and companion in times of serious grief and emotional distress. Show Snippet: "The story of Tobit and his family reminds us that these answered prayers often come in surprising, disguised ways. A coworker or friend, a bit of scripture or song heard at a time of great need, or, as with Raphael, a lonely traveler, a stranger...all may be secret encounters...
2022-06-0121 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 2In this part 2 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "The potential is there to transform a parish from being concerned about how they're going to pay for the roof...to how do we care for our neighbours that are experiencing hardship of any kind? How do we bring the gospel to people, not just preaching the words of the gospel, but bring the heart of the Gospel into the places in our community that aren't showing up in our church?" ...
2022-03-0134 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 2In this part 2 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "The potential is there to transform a parish from being concerned about how they're going to pay for the roof...to how do we care for our neighbours that are experiencing hardship of any kind? How do we bring the gospel to people, not just preaching the words of the gospel, but bring the heart of the Gospel into the places in our community that aren't showing up in our church?" ...
2022-03-0134 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 1In this part 1 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "Actually spending time with people and learning from the experiences of people who are different from you, is actually one of the best antidotes to ideology there is." Follow the link for more information and Synod resources to use in your parish or group: https://archregina.sk.ca/synod-2021-2023
2022-02-2235 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 1In this part 1 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "Actually spending time with people and learning from the experiences of people who are different from you, is actually one of the best antidotes to ideology there is." Follow the link for more information and Synod resources to use in your parish or group: https://archregina.sk.ca/synod-2021-2023
2022-02-2235 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDiscernment of Spirits and Cognitive Behavioral TherapyDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the intersection of faith and mental health in this examination of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Rules for Discernment of Spirits and new research into Religious Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Read more and find links: https://bit.ly/3z4CfMx Show Snippet: "It recognizes that, in the midst of a spiritual or a mental health crisis, both emotion and reason may be hindered in ways we are not immediately aware. Taking time to foster awareness allows us to recognize our current emotional and/or spiritual state before taking action."
2021-08-2436 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDiscernment of Spirits and Cognitive Behavioral TherapyDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the intersection of faith and mental health in this examination of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Rules for Discernment of Spirits and new research into Religious Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Read more and find links: https://bit.ly/3z4CfMx Show Snippet: "It recognizes that, in the midst of a spiritual or a mental health crisis, both emotion and reason may be hindered in ways we are not immediately aware. Taking time to foster awareness allows us to recognize our current emotional and/or spiritual state before taking action."
2021-08-2436 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 3Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "By the end of his work, Luke wants there to be no doubt that when we see the people of the Church acting with love in the world, we are seeing the risen Jesus acting with love in the world."
2021-08-0328 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 3Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "By the end of his work, Luke wants there to be no doubt that when we see the people of the Church acting with love in the world, we are seeing the risen Jesus acting with love in the world."
2021-08-0328 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 2Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "While the other gospel writers show this fulfillment (of Salvation History) in terms of the Resurrection experiences alone, for Luke something more must occur..."
2021-07-2729 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 2Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "While the other gospel writers show this fulfillment (of Salvation History) in terms of the Resurrection experiences alone, for Luke something more must occur..."
2021-07-2729 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 1Summer's here and it's time for another Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "And so we have the author we have come to know as Luke, most certainly a Gentile convert...whose most profound experience of Christ, we will see as we look to this Acts of the Apostles, was within the context of coming...
2021-07-2045 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 1Summer's here and it's time for another Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "And so we have the author we have come to know as Luke, most certainly a Gentile convert...whose most profound experience of Christ, we will see as we look to this Acts of the Apostles, was within the context of coming...
2021-07-2045 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThe Language of Pain: The Psalms and Mental HealthDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the healing grace in speaking our pain out loud and the role the Psalms can play in helping us to do this. Show Snippet: "God understands what the UCLA study and others like it indicate; speaking our feelings of abandonment, powerlessness, fear, and even anger out loud can be the exact antidote we need."
2021-04-2735 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThe Language of Pain: The Psalms and Mental HealthDeacon Eric Gurash discusses the healing grace in speaking our pain out loud and the role the Psalms can play in helping us to do this. Show Snippet: "God understands what the UCLA study and others like it indicate; speaking our feelings of abandonment, powerlessness, fear, and even anger out loud can be the exact antidote we need."
2021-04-2735 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastAdvent Retreat: The Annunciation with Deacon EricJoin us for a special Advent retreat episode of Thinking Faith. This week Deacon Eric reflects on the Annunciation from the Fourth Sunday's Gospel and the invitation of the angel Gabriel to see our gifts and others, through God's own eyes. Show Snippet: "This is the God who sees within the world as it is, a space where he might come to dwell among us, a space sacred and holy enough to make his home among us. He sees a life filled with promise; he sees our lives filled with possibility; He sees our lives filled with...
2020-12-2231 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastAdvent Retreat: The Annunciation with Deacon EricJoin us for a special Advent retreat episode of Thinking Faith. This week Deacon Eric reflects on the Annunciation from the Fourth Sunday's Gospel and the invitation of the angel Gabriel to see our gifts and others, through God's own eyes. Show Snippet: "This is the God who sees within the world as it is, a space where he might come to dwell among us, a space sacred and holy enough to make his home among us. He sees a life filled with promise; he sees our lives filled with possibility; He sees our lives filled with...
2020-12-2231 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastConspiracy Theory Thinking: A Pastoral Response - Part 1This week Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett Salkeld begin a four-part series to discuss conspiracy theory thinking. In this part one, we'll ask what conspiracy theory thinking is and is not, and discuss the difference between this kind of thinking and healthy skepticism. Show Snippet: "This is not just like a social problem, but it's also a Pastoral problem because it's happening in the Church, it's happening to Church people, it's breaking down our capacity as a Church to have health discussions around controversial issues..."
2020-08-1830 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastFrom Catholic Creationism to Theistic Evolution - An Interview with Dr. Stephen LittleJoin Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett as they interview Dr. Stephen Little, Acquisitions Editor of Notre Dame Press, at the University of Notre Dame as we discuss his shift in world view from Catholic Creationism to Theistic Evolution. Show Snippet - "When I was in high school I had to write a research paper and I basically had to synthesize all of the evidence, from a scientific perspective, that I felt presented an obstacle or a challenge to evolution. And I had that reviewed by an English teacher and a science teacher...and one of them even...
2020-08-1146 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastCelebrating Our 200th Episode with Archbishop Donald BolenFor the last four years, we have been blessed to be able to offer a new forum for conversation, dialogue, and sharing the Good News of our Catholic Faith to the Archdiocese of Regina and beyond. Join Deacon Eric, Dr. Brett, and very special guest, Archbishop Donald Bolen as we celebrate our 200th Episode and discuss our shared dreams for the future of our Church and culture. Show Snippet: "You know, in society as a whole and in the Church there's been an erosion of spaces for honest, respectful, public discourse where people can raise difficult issues...
2020-07-1454 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastAn Interview with Transitional Deacon Chris LindenbachWeeks before his ordination to the Transitional Diaconate, Deacon Eric Gurash had a chance to talk with Seminarian Chris Lindenbach about his life, his vocation, and this thing we call 'discernment'... Show Snippet: "They talk about any time you make any sort of commitment you make this big 'yes' and then that's sustained by all these little yeses. And so the big yes for me was to go to the seminary and say okay God, if this is where you are calling me to go, as St. Ignatius said, you discern it to the end whatever that...
2020-06-2329 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastAn Interview with Transitional Deacon Chris LindenbachWeeks before his ordination to the Transitional Diaconate, Deacon Eric Gurash had a chance to talk with Seminarian Chris Lindenbach about his life, his vocation, and this thing we call 'discernment'... Show Snippet: "They talk about any time you make any sort of commitment you make this big 'yes' and then that's sustained by all these little yeses. And so the big yes for me was to go to the seminary and say okay God, if this is where you are calling me to go, as St. Ignatius said, you discern it to the end whatever that...
2020-06-2329 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastCreationism and the Catholic Church - Part 4 with Dr. Matthew RamageDeacon Eric and Dr. Brett continue their multi-part series on Creationism with special guest, Dr. Matthew Ramage of Benedictine College, Kansas, and author of "The Experiment of Faith: Pope Benedict XVI on Living the Theological Virtues in a Secular Age". Show Snippet: "Eden is a temple so you understand that it's not giving the scientific account, it's about Israel and therefore about all of us and it's about who God is, who we are, and what we're called to do."
2020-06-0227 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic Podcast#populationisnottheproblem - Part 1Perhaps you heard of that letter from 11000 scientists that was released as 2019 drew to a close? Among the points made, did you notice the one about the need for population control? Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash take the population question head-on and create a new hashtag with the bold claim that #populationisnottheproblem in part one of two, this week on Thinking Faith!
2020-01-0733 minThinking Faith: The Catholic Podcast#populationisnottheproblem - Part 1Perhaps you heard of that letter from 11000 scientists that was released as 2019 drew to a close? Among the points made, did you notice the one about the need for population control? Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash take the population question head-on and create a new hashtag with the bold claim that #populationisnottheproblem in part one of two, this week on Thinking Faith!
2020-01-0733 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastResisting Throwaway Culture with Dr. Charlie Camosy - Part 3In this part three of four Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash sit down with Dr. Charlie Camosy of Fordham University to discuss issues of sex and sexuality, reproductive biotechnologies and abortion. They'll examine the ways our throwaway culture affects our approaches to these issues and examine how the principles of a consistent life ethic can lead us to healthier approaches and discussions. Resistance may not always be futile, this week on Thinking Faith!
2019-10-1548 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastResisting Throwaway Culture with Dr. Charlie Camosy - Part 3In this part three of four Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash sit down with Dr. Charlie Camosy of Fordham University to discuss issues of sex and sexuality, reproductive biotechnologies and abortion. They'll examine the ways our throwaway culture affects our approaches to these issues and examine how the principles of a consistent life ethic can lead us to healthier approaches and discussions. Resistance may not always be futile, this week on Thinking Faith!
2019-10-1548 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTaking It Easy Catholic Style With Guest Host Ryan Leblanc - Part 1As these final weeks of summer draw out, Deacon Eric Gurash and guest host Ryan Leblanc (www.thinkcatholic.ca) sit back and relax in this two-part set to discuss, well, sitting back and relaxing. Is there a Catholic approach to taking it easy? Does God ever take a day off for himself? Are there any saints of rest and leisure? We're taking it easy, Catholic style this week, and next, on Thinking Faith!
2019-08-2732 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTaking It Easy Catholic Style With Guest Host Ryan Leblanc - Part 1As these final weeks of summer draw out, Deacon Eric Gurash and guest host Ryan Leblanc (www.thinkcatholic.ca) sit back and relax in this two-part set to discuss, well, sitting back and relaxing. Is there a Catholic approach to taking it easy? Does God ever take a day off for himself? Are there any saints of rest and leisure? We're taking it easy, Catholic style this week, and next, on Thinking Faith!
2019-08-2732 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThe Lay Formation Program - An Interview with Alumni Beckey FrankeIt's no secret that our Church is in great need of well-formed, evangelizing disciples. Join Deacon Eric with special guest Beckey Franke, alumni of our Lay Formation program as they discuss the relentless pursuit of God as He calls men and women into deeper love and evangelizing service and the gift that the Lay Formation program has been to the families and parishes of the Archdiocese of Regina. The Lay Formation program is now accepting applications for the fall intake. Contact Deacon Eric Gurash at egurash@archregina.sk.ca or 306-352-1651 ext 211
2019-05-2829 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThe Lay Formation Program - An Interview with Alumni Beckey FrankeIt's no secret that our Church is in great need of well-formed, evangelizing disciples. Join Deacon Eric with special guest Beckey Franke, alumni of our Lay Formation program as they discuss the relentless pursuit of God as He calls men and women into deeper love and evangelizing service and the gift that the Lay Formation program has been to the families and parishes of the Archdiocese of Regina. The Lay Formation program is now accepting applications for the fall intake. Contact Deacon Eric Gurash at egurash@archregina.sk.ca or 306-352-1651 ext 211
2019-05-2829 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastRelics Of Padre Pio In ReginaMore wonderful and inspiring relic weirdness is coming to our fair city with the visit of FIVE relics of Pio of Pietrelcina – better known as Padre Pio. With two stops; Holy Rosary Cathedral on Saturday, June 1 and Miller Catholic Highschool on Sunday, June 2, there'll be no reason to miss this one in a lifetime event! Director of Pastoral Services Lisa Polk and Deacon Eric Gurash talk about the wonderful weirdness that are Catholic relics, trade some cool stories about St. Pio and discuss how you and those you love can share the graces of this amazing saint this week on T...
2019-05-2128 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastRelics Of Padre Pio In ReginaMore wonderful and inspiring relic weirdness is coming to our fair city with the visit of FIVE relics of Pio of Pietrelcina – better known as Padre Pio. With two stops; Holy Rosary Cathedral on Saturday, June 1 and Miller Catholic Highschool on Sunday, June 2, there'll be no reason to miss this one in a lifetime event! Director of Pastoral Services Lisa Polk and Deacon Eric Gurash talk about the wonderful weirdness that are Catholic relics, trade some cool stories about St. Pio and discuss how you and those you love can share the graces of this amazing saint this week on T...
2019-05-2128 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF107: Reverence For Life Month - Abortion and The Dignity of Human LifeAs Reverence For Life month begins in the Archdiocese of Regina, Tashia Toupin and Deacon Eric Gurash sit down to discuss the wide scope of life issues surrounding Abortion. From the vulnerability of the unborn to the systemic pressures that hamper a woman's freedom to choose life, they invite a deeper look and share practical actions we can all take to support a true reverence for life on this week's Thinking Faith!
2018-10-0236 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF107: Reverence For Life Month - Abortion and The Dignity of Human LifeAs Reverence For Life month begins in the Archdiocese of Regina, Tashia Toupin and Deacon Eric Gurash sit down to discuss the wide scope of life issues surrounding Abortion. From the vulnerability of the unborn to the systemic pressures that hamper a woman's freedom to choose life, they invite a deeper look and share practical actions we can all take to support a true reverence for life on this week's Thinking Faith!
2018-10-0236 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF95: Creating A Culture Of Christian Hospitality - Part 2Continuing our four-part summer series on Creating a Culture of Christian Hospitality. In these excerpts from a workshop Deacon Eric Gurash delivered at Holy Trinity parish here in Regina, we'll look at hospitality through the lens of the Master of Christian Hospitality himself, St. Benedict and his foundational monastic Rule. We'll also discuss examples of hospitality from the secular world and what we might incorporate into our own parish practice. Be our guest this week on Thinking Faith!
2018-07-1038 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF95: Creating A Culture Of Christian Hospitality - Part 2Continuing our four-part summer series on Creating a Culture of Christian Hospitality. In these excerpts from a workshop Deacon Eric Gurash delivered at Holy Trinity parish here in Regina, we'll look at hospitality through the lens of the Master of Christian Hospitality himself, St. Benedict and his foundational monastic Rule. We'll also discuss examples of hospitality from the secular world and what we might incorporate into our own parish practice. Be our guest this week on Thinking Faith!
2018-07-1038 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF94:Creating A Culture Of Christian Hospitality - Part 1We begin a four-part summer series on Creating a Culture of Christian Hospitality. In these excerpts from a workshop Deacon Eric Gurash delivered at Holy Trinity parish here in Regina, we'll look at hospitality through the lens of the Master of Christian Hospitality himself, St. Benedict and his foundational monastic Rule. We'll also discuss examples of hospitality from the secular world and what we might incorporate into our own parish practice. We're rolling out the red carpet and throwing wide the doors this week on Thinking Faith!
2018-07-0341 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF94:Creating A Culture Of Christian Hospitality - Part 1We begin a four-part summer series on Creating a Culture of Christian Hospitality. In these excerpts from a workshop Deacon Eric Gurash delivered at Holy Trinity parish here in Regina, we'll look at hospitality through the lens of the Master of Christian Hospitality himself, St. Benedict and his foundational monastic Rule. We'll also discuss examples of hospitality from the secular world and what we might incorporate into our own parish practice. We're rolling out the red carpet and throwing wide the doors this week on Thinking Faith!
2018-07-0341 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF45: The Archdiocese of Regina Lay Formation Program - A Homily from Archbishop Don BolenThis week we have a special treat for your summer enjoyment - a homily by our Archbishop Donald Bolen delivered on June 10th at the 34th graduation Mass for our Archdiocese of Regina Lay Formation Program! As you may or may not recall, host Eric Gurash has been coordinating this program for the past two years. It's a program that seeks to give an answer to a great need, expressed by Pope Francis for "well-trained lay people animated by a sincere faith...whose life has been touched by the personal and merciful love of Jesus Christ." In this episode, Archbishop D...
2017-07-2529 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF45: The Archdiocese of Regina Lay Formation Program - A Homily from Archbishop Don BolenThis week we have a special treat for your summer enjoyment - a homily by our Archbishop Donald Bolen delivered on June 10th at the 34th graduation Mass for our Archdiocese of Regina Lay Formation Program! As you may or may not recall, host Eric Gurash has been coordinating this program for the past two years. It's a program that seeks to give an answer to a great need, expressed by Pope Francis for "well-trained lay people animated by a sincere faith...whose life has been touched by the personal and merciful love of Jesus Christ." In this episode, Archbishop D...
2017-07-2529 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF32: With Fear And Trembling - Eric and Brett Discuss Ephesians 5 "Wives Submit To Your Husbands"This week on Thinking Faith Eric and Brett step out onto shaky ground as they approach Paul's Letter to the Ephesians chapter 5 and try to get to the bottom of just what Paul means when he says "Wives, submit to your husbands". We're jumping in with both feet and eyes closed. Pray for us!
2017-04-2538 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF32: With Fear And Trembling - Eric and Brett Discuss Ephesians 5 "Wives Submit To Your Husbands"This week on Thinking Faith Eric and Brett step out onto shaky ground as they approach Paul's Letter to the Ephesians chapter 5 and try to get to the bottom of just what Paul means when he says "Wives, submit to your husbands". We're jumping in with both feet and eyes closed. Pray for us!
2017-04-2538 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF22: How Do I Read This Thing? Making Sense Of The Bible.This week we're talking scripture once again as Eric and Brett discuss some valuable tools for reading and understanding God's sacred Word. We'll look at how knowing what genre of writing we're reading can make all the difference. We'll also talk about the difference between a literal (as in literary) reading of scripture and a literalistic one and we'll take all these ideas for a test drive with one of Eric's all-time favorite books - the book of Revelation. The four horsemen are saddled and ready, so let's roll!
2017-02-1434 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF22: How Do I Read This Thing? Making Sense Of The Bible.This week we're talking scripture once again as Eric and Brett discuss some valuable tools for reading and understanding God's sacred Word. We'll look at how knowing what genre of writing we're reading can make all the difference. We'll also talk about the difference between a literal (as in literary) reading of scripture and a literalistic one and we'll take all these ideas for a test drive with one of Eric's all-time favorite books - the book of Revelation. The four horsemen are saddled and ready, so let's roll!
2017-02-1434 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF07: Purgatory - Is That Still A Thing?Just in time for the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls, Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the concept of Purgatory. Is it still a thing? Why would we need teaching on such a thing? Why do Catholics think praying for the dead is so important? If the question about what happens when we die has ever entered your brain, you won't want to miss this!
2016-11-0125 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF07: Purgatory - Is That Still A Thing?Just in time for the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls, Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the concept of Purgatory. Is it still a thing? Why would we need teaching on such a thing? Why do Catholics think praying for the dead is so important? If the question about what happens when we die has ever entered your brain, you won't want to miss this!
2016-11-0125 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF06: Permanent Deacons In The Catholic ChurchBrett coordinates the Permanent Diaconate Program for the Archdiocese of Regina and Eric is currently in formation for the Permanent Diaconate. This topic was a 'no brainer' for both of us! We'll look at the history of the Permanent Diaconate and the role of Permanent Deacons in the Church and in the world. We'll also hear about Eric's experiences in discerning his own call to the Permanent Diaconate and what the formation process has been like so far. Next time your friend asks what a Deacon is, you'll know just what to say!
2016-10-2531 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF06: Permanent Deacons In The Catholic ChurchBrett coordinates the Permanent Diaconate Program for the Archdiocese of Regina and Eric is currently in formation for the Permanent Diaconate. This topic was a 'no brainer' for both of us! We'll look at the history of the Permanent Diaconate and the role of Permanent Deacons in the Church and in the world. We'll also hear about Eric's experiences in discerning his own call to the Permanent Diaconate and what the formation process has been like so far. Next time your friend asks what a Deacon is, you'll know just what to say!
2016-10-2531 min