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Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 187 - Tolkien Was Warning Us: AI, Vice, and the War for Men’s SoulsWhat if The Lord of the Rings was never just a story?What if Tolkien was encoding a spiritual map for men living in the modern war for the soul?In this episode of The Manly Catholic, James Caldwell speaks with author and philosopher Paul List, co-author of Mount Doom: The Prophecy of Tolkien Revealed, to expose what Tolkien was really writing about: original sin, virtue and vice, artificial intelligence, and so much more.Paul reveals how Tolkien’s mythology is a Catholic psychological ma...
2026-01-281h 14Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 178 - Gratitude: The Weapon Most Men Ignore in Spiritual WarfareGratitude is not sentiment. It is not a mood. It is a weapon. In this Black Friday edition of The Manly Catholic, James confronts a spiritual truth that most men overlook. Ingratitude is not harmless. It opens the door to the enemy. Gratitude shuts it. If you are a man serious about spiritual combat, this episode will cut straight through your excuses and call you to live the mission God entrusted to you.Drawing from Scripture, the Catechism, and the wisdom of the saints, James exposes how the devil exploits bitterness, entitlement, and resentment to weaken Catholic...
2025-11-2816 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 152 - Forging Men: How Work, Faith, and Brotherhood Transform Masculinity"Men, Trades, and the Language of Creation"“A man’s way of life is to put things in order, both in the world and in his own soul.”In this episode, we dig into the profound intersection of faith, work, and masculinity. Join James Caldwell and Father Dom as they speak with David about Harmel Academy of the Trades. This Catholic trade school is transforming lives by equipping men with skills for both the workshop and the soul. This isn’t just about trades; it’s about fatherhood, brotherhood, and answering God’s call to sanc...
2025-01-221h 21Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 129 - The Gateway to the Divine Life with James and Fr. DomFr. Dom and James dive into our baptism. Why is it important? What does it actually mean? Should we even care? What does the Church have to say about it? And so much more...Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast on our Patreon page. to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank you for your prayers and support. As always, please pray for us! We are men who strive daily to be holy, to become saints and we cannot do that without the he...
2024-09-0449 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 119 - When the Past Collides with the Present, A Prophecy with Jim ValoisJames interviews another James about a Marian apparition and prophecy all the way back from the 16th century and one you probably have never heard about. Inspired partly by Jesse Romero, James Valois wrote about this time-defining apparition in his latest book 'Our Lady's Prophecies, God's Messages for Our Times.' The conversation touches on topics such as the decline in faith and morals, the rise of communism, the importance of repentance, and the hope for restoration. Make sure you buy the book here!TakeawaysOur La...
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Pencils&Lipstick podcastEp 225 A Master in Storytelling with Steven JamesSteven James is a critically acclaimed author of eighteen novels and numerous nonfiction books that have sold more than 1 million copies. His books have won or been shortlisted for dozens of national and international awards. In addition, his stories and articles have appeared in more than eighty different publications, including the New York Times. He is also a popular keynote speaker and professional storyteller with a master’s degree in storytelling. Find out more about Steven James at https://stevenjames.net/Get his latest book: https://a.co/d/cFSMPBzSign up for my writers' news...
2024-04-0800 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FirePalm Sunday 2024 - A Homily with Fr. DomFather Dom is back with another tremendous homily. He reflects on the power and significance of the gospel narrative of Palm Sunday. He highlights the symbolism of the palm branches and the importance of good works in our faith. Fr. Dom encourages listeners to find themselves in the narrative and examine their own lives in light of the characters and events. He emphasizes the importance of sacrifice and the new covenant that Jesus established. Fr. Dom also explores the parallels between Jesus and Adam, as well as the lessons we can learn from Peter, James, and John. He concludes...
2024-03-2511 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 80 - Chastity, Modesty, and the Dangers of Porn with Jason EvertJason Evert is in the building! James is joined by the well-known speaker and author, Jason Evert on this week's episode of The Manly Catholic.Jason is well known in the Catholic world as a speaker on pornography and chastity. His website, Chastity.com, has tremendous resources available for everyone of all ages including single men and women, parents, and so much more. He and his wife work together to bring this extremely important message worldwide.Lately, Jason has stepped into the realm of LGBTQ+ issues to speak on transgenderism and the dangers...
2023-07-1932 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 78 - Father's Day Special: Honoring the Pillars of Love and Strength of the FamilyHappy Father's Day!In a rapidly changing world, the significance of fathers remains timeless and irreplaceable. Join James in this special solo episode as he delves into the enduring importance of fathers in today’s society. He also leaves you with a challenge and a call-to-arms, but also an encouragement that YES, fathers still matter in today's world. Let us recognize and appreciate the immeasurable contributions of fathers in shaping strong, compassionate, and responsible individuals who positively influence the world around them and helping them become the men and women God created them to be.
2023-06-1820 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 68 - Horses and Corpses with Dan McNallyIn this conversation, James and The Manly Catholic introduce you to Dan McNally, former Theology teacher turned physical therapist. James met Dan as a new employee here in Grand Rapids and they instantly connected based on their love for Jesus, the Church, and their rugged rosaries. Throughout this conversation, James and Dan discuss 7 common misconceptions about the Catholic Church, how a Pope actually dug up his predecessor and put him on trial, and why actually knowing what the Church teaches will embolden your faith, not diminish it.James's challenge: Buy a Catechism (if you have...
2022-12-281h 14Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 67 - Interview with Dr. Denis McNamara, Musical Wizard and Architectural GeniusIn this truly special interview, join Fr. Dom and James, as they welcome Dr. Denis McNamara to The Manly Catholic! Dr. Denis, or "D-Mac" as Fr. Dom knew him in seminary, is an Associate Professor and Executive Director of the Center for Beauty and Culture at Benedictine College. He holds a BA in the History of Art from Yale University and a PhD in Architectural History from the University of Virginia. From 2000 to 2019 he was a faculty member at the Liturgical Institute of the University of Saint Mary of the Lake. He served as Associate Professor of Sacramental Aesthetics...
2022-12-141h 49Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 65 - Interview with Dr. Kevin Vost, Fitness, Nutrition, and Memory ExtraordinaireIf you like fitness, Old Fashioneds, and eating food, this is the episode for you! Join James and Dr. Kevin Vost as they journey through the minefield that is nutrition in this crazy internet crazy age where every 5-minutes a new diet comes out. James and Dr. Vost also touch on the importance of fitness for your spiritual life, why St. Thomas Aquinas brought Kevin out of atheism, and why Kevin is thankful the Internet was not mainstream 20 years ago. Dr. Kevin Vost, Psy.D., is the author of twenty books including Memorize the Faith! and How...
2022-11-231h 16Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 63 - Interview with David Arms, The Other Co-Author of Milestone to ManhoodAre you ready to be inspired? Are you ready to take that next step and welcome your son (or daughter!) into adulthood? Then this is the interview for you!Join James and David Arms, that other co-author of the book "Milestone to Manhood," a practical guide to your boys rite of passage into adulthood. Father Dom and James discussed Rite of Passages back in episodes 27, 29, and 30. BUT, this book actually gives you a template on how to actually incorporate that into your life. You won't want to miss this interview! James talks with the other Arms, David...
2022-11-0252 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 62- Interview with Steven Arms, Co-Author of Milestone to ManhoodAre you ready to be inspired? Are you ready to take that next step and welcome your son (or daughter!) into adulthood? Then this is the interview for you!Join James and Steven Arms, co-author of the book "Milestone to Manhood," a practical guide to your boys rite of passage into adulthood. Father Dom and James discussed Rite of Passages back in episodes 27, 29, and 30. BUT, this book actually gives you a template on how to actually incorporate that into your life. You won't want to miss this interview!Milestone to Manhood shows how fathers of...
2022-10-1948 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 53 - Are You Still There? Part 2 on the Synod on Synodality Listening SessionsRyan and James discuss on this episode the Synod on Synodality listening sessions, specifically here at St. Roberts in Ada. According to the USCCB website, the Synod on Synodality: The Synod on Synodality is a two-year process of listening and dialogue beginning with a solemn opening in Rome on October 9 and 10, 2021 with each individual diocese and church celebrating the following week on October 17. The synodal process will conclude in 2023. Pope Francis invites the entire Church to reflect on a theme that is decisive for its life and mission: “It is precisely this path of synodality which God expects of...
2022-07-2056 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 52 - Are You Listening? Synod on Synodality Listening SessionsRyan and James discuss on this episode the Synod on Synodality listening sessions, specifically here at St. Roberts in Ada. According to the USCCB website, the Synod on Synodality: The Synod on Synodality is a two-year process of listening and dialogue beginning with a solemn opening in Rome on October 9 and 10, 2021 with each individual diocese and church celebrating the following week on October 17. The synodal process will conclude in 2023. Pope Francis invites the entire Church to reflect on a theme that is decisive for its life and mission: “It is precisely this path of synodality which God expects of...
2022-07-1349 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 50 - What is Woke Culture?Go woke, you go broke.Woke culture is a phrase we hear often if we have listened to any sort of political or social commentary. You probably have heard how sports or businesses or people have "gone woke."But what does that actually mean? What does it mean to "be woke?" How can we, as Catholics, respond to this woke culture?That is exactly what Father Dom and James discuss on this weeks episode. Be sure to join us LIVE on our one-year anniversary episode! Father Dom and James will be...
2022-06-291h 15Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 49 - Interview with Ryan Young - Camp VeritasIn this episode, James is joined by Ryan Young, founder of Camp Veritas, a Catholic Summer Camp for teens 12-18. Ryan is a man who has lived many lives, as he puts it. From briefly meeting his future spouse at a college meet-and-greet and knowing he was going to marry her to working as a Physician's Assistant in New York, Ryan is a doer. Husband and father to 8-children, Ryan's life is so busy he had to cut the interview short due to a little one needing stitches!During their discussion, Ryan and James speak about the...
2022-06-2244 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 47 - Avicii of Prayer - Part 1Okay...full disclosure. James and Ryan will be discussing the Levels of Prayer in an epic 2-part series starting today! Am I the only one that instantly thought of Avicii's Levels when you think of that? Yes? Crickets.....okay then :(. For those of you who want to enjoy it, here's a link.Back to the meat and potatoes, James and Ryan do a deeeep dive into the different levels of prayer. In Part 1, they give you an overview of the 3-different "ways" of prayer as well as all nine levels before teasing you with only levels 1-2...
2022-06-0829 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 46 - Discerning that Angel vs Demon VoiceEver wonder what those voices in your head mean? No, you aren't crazy (or are you?). We all go through doubt, peace, anger, joy, etc. and figuring out "WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN?!" Men, you are not alone.Join James and Ryan, the newly dubbed "scorn of the thorn" as they discuss the ever-popular discernment of spirits. Made famous by the great St. Ignatius of Loyola, James and Ryan discuss the basis of the discernment of spirits, great resources to become a spiritual master, and personal examples from both James and Ryan on how it has helped...
2022-06-0138 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 45 - That Catholic Married Life with A "Real Modern Catholic"Check out James' interview he did with Dallas Dagampat on the "Modern Catholic Life" podcast. James and Dallas discussed a variety of topics including getting married in the Catholic Church from a Protestant perspective, why open relationships do not and cannot work, and so much more!Be sure to follow Dallas on Instagram, YouTube, and check out his podcast as well! Like what you heard? Maybe you just enjoy reading James’s show notes? Please prayerfully consider supporting the podcast here to help grow the show to reach as many men as possible! Thank yo...
2022-05-2555 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 42 - Interview with Ryan Flaherty - Part 3Whoa....an episode on Friday? You bet! Something special is coming next week. In this episode, James wraps up his discussion with Ryan Flaherty, a local from Ada, MI who attends St. Robert's of Newminster parish. Ryan is a husband and father of two and is passionate about all things spiritual warfare. He is basically a spokesperson for Fr. Chad Ripperger (we are also guilty as charged) and wants to help men yell with a battle-ax in one hand and the Rosary in the other hand. Or, give a good battle cry. Either one will work.
2022-05-0644 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 41 - Interview with Ryan Flaherty - Part 2In this episode, James continues his discussion with Ryan Flaherty, a local from Ada, MI who attends St. Robert's of Newminster parish. Ryan is a husband and father of two and is passionate about all things spiritual warfare. He is basically a spokesperson for Fr. Chad Ripperger (we are also guilty as charged) and wants to help men yell with a battle-ax in one hand and the Rosary in the other hand. Or, give a good battle cry. Either one will work.Continue to listen to this multi-part episode as James and Ryan discuss why the surrender...
2022-05-0440 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 40 - Interview with Ryan Flaherty, Part 1In this episode, James sits down with Ryan Flaherty, a local from Ada, MI who attends St. Robert's of Newminster parish. Ryan is a husband and father of two and is passionate about all things spiritual warfare. He is basically a spokesperson for Fr. Chad Ripperger (we are also guilty as charged) and wants to help men yell with a battle axe in one hand and the Rosary in the other hand. Or, give a good battle cry. Either one will work.Continue to listen to this multi-part episode as James and Ryan tackle why James is...
2022-04-2741 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 36 - Interview with Modern Catholic Life - Dallas DagampatIn this episode, James sits down with Dallas Dagampat, creator of the podcast "Modern Catholic Life." Dallas is a high school teacher and coach who is in the trenches when it comes to boys and girls and their interactions. James and Dallas dive deep into the challenges young people face today, what they can do about it, and how parents can help. Follow Modern Catholic Life on Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, and YouTube. AffiliatesSword & Spade Magazine → We often talk about Fraternus, an incredible organization that strives to connect men with their children and ge...
2022-03-3052 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 35 - Let the Journey BeginIt's the most wonderful time...of the year! Lent is well underway and James and Father Dom dive deep in this episode discussing what Lent is, how they have fared thus far, and how you can make the most out of the Lenten season this year. If this podcast has been meaningful to you, please leave us a 5-star review!Please prayerfully consider supporting the show to help us continue to grow the podcast (see link below). AffiliatesSword & Spade Magazine → We often talk about Fraternus, an incredible organization that stri...
2022-03-2356 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 33 - Building Fraternity with Dr. Kyle Walsh, CatholicfitfatherhoodOur very first interview! This week we have a very special guest with us as we welcome Dr. Kyle Walsh, create and founder of the Instagram page, Catholicfitfatherhood. Dr. Kyle Walsh is an ER/ICU doctor in the Ohio/Kentucky area and has a passion for Catholicism, masculinity, and fitness. He is a husband, father of 3, and a man striving to be a saint each and every day. Beginning around the time of the great Pope St. John Paul II's death, Kyle had a fire lit in him to learn more about his faith and...
2022-03-091h 05Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 32 - Ignorance is BlissCompetency...such a sexy topic, no? Crickets....chirp.We promise you will want to listen to this episode! Competency has a deep Catholic meaning that you won't want to miss. As men, we are called to be competent and wear many hats throughout our lives. As Catholics, as husbands, sons, fathers, brothers, employers...etc. You get it. We all have many titles that are stretching us beyond our ability to cope.But what if competency is what we all should be striving for? What exactly is competency if you think about it? To be competent...
2022-03-0252 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 31 - Men, Defend Yourselves!Throughout history, men have waged war. Whether it was with themselves or another man, men fight. We may not be in a physical war or battle now, but you sure are in a spiritual battle. Men, it is time we wake up.Join James as he talks about spiritual warfare this episode. Fr. Dom and James talked about Spiritual Warfare back in Episode 16, but today James is diving deeper. What are the basics of spiritual warfare? Why did Satan reject God? Where did Satan and his demons go after they fell? How do I defend myself?
2022-02-2335 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 30 - Becoming A Man, Part 3In this episode, James and Father Dom finish their 3-part series on Rites of Passage and why they are so important. Keep listening to find out:1. Why we all have a God-sized hole in our hearts that needs to be filled by something2. Listen to James butcher St. Paul...yet again3. Practical tips fathers can incorporate TODAY to better raise their children, especially young men4. The importance of children seeing their dads on their knees praying. 5. Why Father Dominic wants to hit the nitro button.AND SO MUCH MORE! ...
2022-02-0933 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 29 - Becoming A Man, Part 2WE ARE BACK! After too much Advent to handle, James and Father Dom have decided to get off their butts and back to the podcast. We are so excited to continue Part 2 on our series on Rites of Passages and why they matter so much in society today.In this episode, James and Father Dom discuss:1. St. Agnes and how she defeats hedonism2. Why Exodus 90 might be right for you3. Jesus' rite of passage4. Why 12 years old is when boys become men5. Why every boy needs an alpha male in their life
2022-02-0241 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 27- Becoming a Man, Part 1Rites of passage are things we know of instinctively. Graduation, weddings, obtaining a driver's license, or your first job are easy things to think of. But, when does a boy become a man? No, getting some peach fuzz when you are in junior high doesn't make you a man. In Western society, too many boys don't have the male figure to show them what it means to be a man. Sadly, these same boys are reverting to taking their ill-formed consciences into the real world, often resulting in violence and prison time. A rite of passage is m...
2021-12-1533 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 26 - Fasting, Your 21st Century ChallengeFasting is one of the most underrated and underappreciated weapons in our arsenal. Unfortunately, too many of us do not use this tool enough to fight off Satan and his demons. Hey, it may even help you get a 6-pack too! Pretty cool, huh?The Bible and the Catechism tells us fasting, almsgiving, and penance are three main players to increase our spiritual life. If it's good enough to be in the Bible (even Jesus talks about it!) and the Catechism, it is good enough for me! Keep listening to find out Father Dom's Yeti s...
2021-12-0843 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 25 - Indulgences and Purgatory...Oh my!Two of the most controversial topics in one episode....yes please! So many questions to answer, so little time.If you ever had a question about indulgences or purgatory, this is the episode for you. As Father Dom and I wrap up our 3-part series on confession, listen to find out what an indulgence is, why they are given, what purgatory is, and what the Bible has to say about it. James' challenge: Meet the requirements to gain an indulgence, then pursue one of St. Joseph's! Links below for both. We are all sinners and a...
2021-12-0132 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 24 - Confessions, Part III know you all loved the Usher reference in the title...no? Don't know who Usher is? Oh boy...moving on!In Part II on Confession we discuss penance...you can't complete the sacrament of Reconciliation without doing your penance. What is penance? Why is it important? What's the purpose of it? Can priests give physical penances? Are they too easy nowadays? Keep listening on for answers to all these questions and more!By the way, pray for Father Dom's voice. Man...he just keeps getting throat punched. Pray he can better defend himself in...
2021-11-2436 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 23 - Why Do I Need to Confess My Sins to a Priest?!Confession...another hot button issue that a lot of people simply don't understand. "Why can't I just confess my sins to God?" Or "why do I have to tell my sins to an old priest?" Confession is a gift God has graciously given us yet most of us, even amongst Catholics, don't fully understand or embrace. Confession is for healing. Confession restores our place with God. Confession saves our souls.Growing up Protestant, I (James), frequently asked what the point of confessing to a priest when God was simply always right there, ready to hear how sorry...
2021-11-1739 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 22 - Don't Get LazyRemember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. We have heard this commandment countless times throughout our life; so much so it has probably lost its meaning and significance. What if we were to tell you one of the greatest critics of the Church believed that if you abolished the Sabbath then Christianity will fall? Join Father Dom (finally!) and James as they discuss the 3rd commandment in the 10 commandments. What does it exactly mean to remember the Sabbath day? Why is it so important? What should I even do on Sundays besides go to mass? Keep l...
2021-11-1044 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 21 - Trust....GodTrusting in God. We hear this statement countless times throughout our life. Oftentimes, we hear it so much it can, unfortunately, fall on deaf ears. We are all guilty of this. No matter how we are progressing in this life the struggle to take life by the horns and do it all our way is constantly lingering in the back of our minds.But, how often does that actually work? If you think about it, when you do everything on your own without even consulting God, do you truly appreciate what you accomplished? You might give 100% to...
2021-11-0323 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 20 - Look To MaryFather Mark Murphy is the lead pastor at St. Jude Catholic Church in Cedar Springs, IA. He is also a U.S. Navy veteran. Thank you for your service!Alan Keyes is a political conservative and activist, former U.N. Ambassador under the Ronald Reagan administration, and multiple-time candidate for the U.S. Presidency. Mary is like the moon. You can stare at the moon all day and not have to worry about getting burned. She is a reflection of the powerful light of Christ. Look to your beloved Mother and she will never let y...
2021-10-2718 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 19 - Because of You, I know Who God IsFather John Riccardo, executive director of Acts XXIX and former pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Plymouth, MI, gives a memorable and needed homily on marriage. He brings humor and the powerful example of his father's life on how spouses need to fully embrace their role in a sacramental marriage.KEY TAKEAWAYS-1. You must have a vision for your marriage. If you don't come up with one, someone will make one for you.2. You must have your priorities in order. If God is not first, your marriage will crumble.3. Go...
2021-10-2026 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 18 - How to Become GreatTo be great, you must become little. The Manly Catholic is switching things up a bit this week and bringing you an amazing speech by Jim Caviezel, the man dubbed by Mel Gibson to play Jesus in the incredible movie "The Passion of the Christ." James flies solo again this week to bring you an encouraging and uplifting speech from this incredible man.Want to hear more great speeches? Let us know! Email at the link below to James to leave a comment. Please leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!
2021-10-1319 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 17 - Thunder-rolling Through Our BattleConfession...sigh...argh...meh. Admit it, confession is one of those things you know you should do, but may not truly see the importance of it. If nothing else helps you see how important it is maybe this episode will help you. Confession is one of those medicines that you may not like going down but you sure are happy you took it once you're through it. It's like that grape cough syrup you took as a kid (seriously...grape flavor?!). In last week's episode, the men talked about the importance of prayer and how it is p...
2021-10-0632 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 16 - The Greatest Fight We Will Ever EnterThe thrill of victory...the agony of defeat. Men, these next two weeks James and Fr. Dom talk about the battle we face each and every day. We may not always be cognizant of this battle, but we better believe it is going on constantly around us. The spiritual battle is one anyone hardly talks about but it is the battle we men must be ready and willing to fight for our souls and the souls of our families. Fr. Chad Ripperger says demons are nothing to be afraid of if we are attached to Christ. He l...
2021-09-2936 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 15 - The Communion of SaintsOn this week's episode, James flies solo! The communion of saints is something we, as Catholics, state we believe every time we recite the Apostles' Creed. But, what does that even mean? Who are the saints? What does communion with them have to do with our Catholic faith? Listen to this week's episode to find out!Thank you to our partners at Hallow! Hallow is the #1 Catholic app that helps deepen your prayer life, meditate on Holy Scripture, fall asleep to Bible stories, and so much more! Make sure you click on this link to...
2021-09-2233 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 14 - To Receive Or Not to Receive, That is the QuestionWell, gentlemen...here we go. We all like a good controversy! In all seriousness, being clear in our faith and understanding what is going on in our beloved Church can help shape and form us. We must always remember that every person out there, no matter how evil we perceive them to be is a soul that needs to be prayed for to get to heaven. The power of prayer can never be underestimated!Continue listening to find out what the heck the USCCB actually decided to do in the fall, why President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and...
2021-09-1558 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 13 - Transubstantiation and Bread of Life DiscourseTransubstantiation is defined in the Catechism "by the consecration of the bread and wine there takes place a change of the whole substance of the bread into the substance of the body of Christ our Lord and of the whole substance of the wine into the substance of his blood. This change the holy Catholic Church has fittingly and properly called transubstantiation." Men...transubstantiation is a dogma of our faith. We cannot say we are truly Catholic without fully believing in this concept as defined by the Church, nay, Jesus Himself! Continue listening to hear how James a...
2021-09-0837 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp 12 - Source and SummitThe Eucharist...the source and summit of our faith. Men, if you don't know the Eucharist, this episode is for you! The Eucharist and the cross are the two elements of our Catholic faith that caused most of Jesus's followers to leave Him. Think about that men...we know how the Resurrection changed the world. Yet how many people still doubt? The Eucharist is the other major pillar of our faith that causes the most division, even amongst self-proclaimed Catholics today! Listen to this episode to hear some fantastic stories on the Eucharist...
2021-09-0155 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp. 10 - Your Greatest Spiritual WeaponWelcome to Part 2 on Prayer! Prayer is indeed your greatest spiritual weapon against Satan and the evil one. Listen to find out what specific prayer will help you against the wickedness and snares of the devil (I tease, I know, but it is not the St. Michael prayer.) In this episode, learn the different types of prayers, how St. Paul is a little crazy but also extremely manly, how the Mass is the ultimate form of prayer, and why the "Our Father" is something we should reflect on every single day. Thank you to our...
2021-08-1852 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp. 9 - The Antidote to Evil"A family that prays together stays together." How often have we heard this saying? How often do we roll our eyes and think to ourselves, "oh gosh, here we go again!" Don't be ashamed men, I used to think the same thing. The fact is the healthy do not need a doctor, but the sick. And men, unfortunately, we are all sick. Thankfully, Jesus, the Great Physician, gives us an antidote to our illness...prayer!St. Vincent de Paul summarizes prayer perfectly when he states, "Give me a man of prayer and he will be capable of...
2021-08-1133 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp. 8 - Terror of Demons!THE SLAYER OF DEMONS!...okay, that may not be a title given to St. Joseph, but it was a slip of the tongue by James and just maybe it will be added to his litany one day.For those of you who do not know, this is the year of St. Joseph as declared by Pope Francis! This day and age is especially trying for families and most glaringly men. Turn to St. Joseph, the patron saint of our beautiful Church. St. Joseph is a man who was chosen by God to lead the Holy F...
2021-08-0447 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp. 7 - Fatherhood Is Still Changing HistoryOften it is said that history repeats itself. If fatherhood has changed history before, why not again? Why not you? We are ALL called to be fathers in one way or another. Whether you are a biological father, spiritual father, foster father, or simply mentoring young men, never underestimate the importance of your impact on people's lives. Listen now to discover James' personal testimony on his reluctance to be a father, Fr. Dom's path to the priesthood, and how cervical mucus somehow plays a role in this episode. Say what?! James' challenge! James has taken...
2021-07-2826 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp. 2 - Forward men! Step into the breach!In this episode, Fr. Dom and James begin part 1 of their 5 part series on "Into the Breach," an apostolic exhortation issued by Bishop Thomas Olmsted in Phoenix in 2015. Bishop Olmsted came out throwing haymakers stating that men have failed in society which has led to chaos, disruption, and disappointment. For too long men have forsaken their duties and allowed Satan to penetrate the walls and create a breach in our defenses. Although this sounds like the makings of an epic novel, you will have to settle for James and Father Dom's take on the matter. Fr. Dom be...
2021-06-2931 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp. 3 - A Manly DilemmaHello again! Welcome to Episode 3, "The Manly Dillema." Today, James and Father Dom continue their epic discussion Bishop Olmsted's gut-punching "Into the Breach." Bishop Olmsted asks three important questions in his exhortation that he addresses: 1. What does it mean to be a Christian man?2. How does a Catholic man love?3. Why is fatherhood, fully understood, crucial for every man?Within those questions, he discusses three primary contexts to shape and mold the questions:1. A New Apostolic Moment - The "New Evangelization"2. A Field Hospital and a Battle College3. Man an...
2021-06-2949 minManly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on FireEp. 1 - Welcome to The Manly Catholic!Welcome to the podcast that will change the world, one man at a time. Although they have been known to splat out hyperbole every so often, James Caldwell and Father Dominic Courtourier truly believe this podcast will sharpen men to fulfill the vocations God has assigned to them and change their family tree. In this pilot episode, James and Fr. Dom introduce themselves and give the purpose for this brand new podcast. The mission of TMC is to inspire, encourage, challenge, and equip Catholic men to fulfill their vocations and become the men God created them to be. Join u...
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