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The Scuttlebutt: Understanding Military CultureFr. Emil Kapaun: Chaplain, Hero, SaintJoin the Veterans Breakfast Club on the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps, Monday, July 28, at 7:00pm ET for a special livestream conversation about the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of Father Emil Kapaun, U.S. Army chaplain, Medal of Honor recipient, and Servant of God now on the path to sainthood.
Our guest will be Ray Kapaun, Father Emil’s devoted nephew and family spokesperson, who has spent decades gathering stories, preserving memories, and promoting his uncle’s legacy of faith, sacrifice, and service. With deep personal insight and moving anecdotes, Ray will shar...2025-07-291h 34
The Catholic Sportsman Show PodcastScott Carter presenting Venerable Emil Kapaun - Blessed Are the PeacemakersScott Carter is our guest on this episode. He is the coordinator of the office for the Beatification of Venerable Fr. Emil Kapaun. Fr. Kapaun is one of the newest deceased persons to be declared Venerable by the late Pope Francis in February 2025, which is a step closer to being declared a saint in the Catholic Church. Fr. Kapaun is best known for his faith-filled and heroic participation in the Korean war. Scott tells us about the young Emil’s penchant for being an outdoorsman at a young age and his love for sports while he was in the se...2025-07-141h 02
Noll's NephewEpisode 9 | Be a Man like Fr. KapaunServant of God Emil Kapaun was a Catholic priest, Army chaplain, and hero in a Korean War prison camp — but most of all, he was a man who lived and died with fierce faith and fearless love. In this episode, we explore how Kapaun’s life challenges young men today to reject passivity, embrace sacrifice, and lead like Christ. If you’re searching for purpose, strength, and a path worth walking — this one’s for you.2025-06-3009 min
The SaintsEmil Kapaun: Episode Five🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Emil Kapaun - Episode Five: To Those At His Right North Korea. April, 1951. Indoctrination is imminent. The Communist Chinese rule the Pyoktong prison camp, and now seek to control not only the prisoners' actions, but their thoughts, as well. This may be the breaking point for Father Emil and his companions. But is the ruthlessness of a Communist prison enough to kill the faith of the fearless soldier-priest? 🌐 Subscribe for Free Daily Episodes: https://thesaintspodcast.com/ Get free daily episodes delivered to your email inbox, along wi...2025-06-1316 min
The SaintsEmil Kapaun: Episode Four🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Emil Kapaun - Episode Four: A Cross in the Rubble Korea. November, 1950. After their surrender at the Battle of Unsan, Father Emil and his companions are prisoners of the Chinese. Forced to march northwards through the freezing Korean mountains, many American soldiers have died from exposure. And those who remain begin to wonder if death might be better than what lies ahead of them: the prison camp of Pyoktong. 🌐 Subscribe for Free Daily Episodes: https://thesaintspodcast.com/ Get free daily episodes delivered to your email inbox, al...2025-06-1214 min
The SaintsEmil Kapaun: Episode Three🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Emil Kapaun - Episode Three: On The Way to Calvary Korea. November, 1950. Communist Chinese forces have entered the war, invading South Korea to fight against the Americans. Pinned down by enemy fire, outnumbered and outflanked, Father K and his companions fight a series of battles in the province of Unsan, struggling to save lives, and scrambling to avoid capture. 🌐 Subscribe for Free Daily Episodes: https://thesaintspodcast.com/ Get free daily episodes delivered to your email inbox, along with coloring pages, activity sheets, and more! 🔥 Ignite y...2025-06-1111 min
The SaintsEmil Kapaun: Episode Two🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Emil Kapaun - Episode Two: Faith and Grit The Sea of Japan. July, 1950. After five short years of peace, America is at war again, in Korea, where the Communist North has invaded the democratic South. Responding to the South Koreans urgent request for help, US President Harry Truman sends American troops to aid them in battle. And Father Emil Kapaun is back in Asia and in uniform, aboard a transport ship heading from Japan to another warzone. 🌐 Subscribe for Free Daily Episodes: https://thesaintspodcast.com/ Get free daily...2025-06-1012 min
The SaintsEmil Kapaun: Episode One🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Emil Kapaun - Episode One: The Soldier Priest South East Asia. August, 1945. The Second World War has been raging for nearly six years, claiming the lives of more than four hundred thousand American soldiers. A multitude of chaplains has been sent to minister to these men in their dying moments. One of them is a 29-year-old Catholic priest, a Kansas-born farmer’s son who finds himself in the thick of battle. This is the story of Father Emil Kapaun. 🌐 Subscribe for Free Daily Episodes: https://thesaintspodcast.com/ G...2025-06-0913 min
Man Up!Medal of Honor Recipient Venerable Emil Kapaun - Fr. John HotzeVenerable Emil Kapaun was a Catholic Chaplain in WWII and the Korean War. He received the Medal of Honor posthumously in 2013 and was just named a Venerable by Pope Francis in February of this year. Fr. John Hotze is the Episcopal Delegate for Father Kapaun’s Cause for Beatification and Canonization, and he joins me to talk about Fr. Kapaun and his life. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
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Veterans RadioFr. Emil Kapaun, Medal of Honor RecipientFr. Emil Kapaun: Chaplain from Pilsen, Kansas[In 1950, Father Emil J. Kapaun, Chaplain, US Army, a native of Pilsen, Kansas, was Chaplain of the 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Calvary Division, Korea. He distinguished himself on the field of battle, both, as a soldier and a Chaplain. During the early days of the Korean War Father Kapaun, ministered both spiritually and physically to his fellow soldiers, particularly the sick, wounded and dying.Captured and ConfinedCaptured, 2 November 1950 by North Korean-Chinese Soldiers, Father Kapaun was confined at Prison Camp #5, Pyoktong, North Korea until...2025-04-2156 min
Ignatius Press PodcastFr. Kapaun: American Medal of Honor Winner AND a Future Saint?!Pope Francis has just named Fr. Kapaun a venerable making this American hero and medal of honor winner one step closer to sainthood. Today we celebrate this great occasion by sitting down with Roy Wenzl, author of “The Miracle of Father Kapaun.” Roy has done extensive research on Father Kapaun and interviewed many of the POWs that Father served with both in the war and in the prison camp. Father’s riveting story will surely inspire you as we continue to pray that one day Father Kapaun will be recognized as a saint of the Catholic Church.
Get...2025-03-171h 13
Miracle HunterFr Emil Kapaun Moves Closer to Sainthood + Msgr Charles Pope's New BookScott Carter, Coordinator for the Office for the Beatification of Venerable Emil Kapaun, discusses the news out of the Vatican where Fr Kapaun moves one step closer to sainthood.
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Monsignor Charles Pope reflects on visions the saints have had about hell, in his new book, The Hell There Is.2025-03-0154 min
OSV NewscastFather Kapaun 'Venerable,' Pope Francis Health Update, 'Silent Genocide' in CongoThanks for listening! Let us know what you think. God bless!Gina Christian of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic news of the day for Feb. 25, 2025. In this episode: U.S. Army military chaplain Father Emil Kapaun, who served in World War II and the Korean War, has been declared "Venerable" by the Vatican. Pope Francis remains in stable but critical condition at Rome's Gemelli hospital as he continues to battle severe respiratory illness. The massacre of 70 Protestant Christians in Congo is being described by some as part of a "silent genocide" in that nation...2025-02-2506 min
Battle Ready with Father Dan ReehilBattle Ready a Radio Maria Production - Episode 11-07-24 - Special Guest Ray Kapaun: Fighting Spirit: a Combat Chaplain's JourneyFr. Dan Reehil catches up with Ray Kapaun, nephew of Fr. Emil Kapaun a Chaplain in the Korean War killed in battle and up for sainthood. Fr. Kapaun's story hits theaters Friday November 8, 2024.
Fighting Spirit: a Combat Chaplain's Journey
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Keep The Faith's PodcastFather KapaunFather Emil Kapaun was a United States Army chaplain during World War II and the Korean War. Kapaun was a chaplain in the Burma Theater of World War II, then served again as a chaplain with the U.S. Army in Korea, where he was captured. During the battle of Usan he braved enemy fire to rescue nearly 40 men, for which he was awarded the Medal of Honor. Relive the lives of the saints, experience their noble pursuit of holiness, and share with them their struggles, tears, and selfless sacrifices heroically endured for the God they loved a...2024-10-2327 min
Missing And Not ForgottenMissing And Not Forgotten Ep. 4 - Chaplain Emil Kapaun 3 of 3“Missing And Not Forgotten” is the official podcast of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. Our mission is to find, recover, and identify American service members still missing from our past wars and conflicts and return them to their families.
This is the third of three episodes in which we will talk about Army Chaplain (Capt.) Emil Kapaun, a Medal of Honor recipient who was lost as a prisoner of war during the Korean War and accounted for March 2, 2021. This episode features Ray Kapaun, Chaplain Kapaun's nephew and primary next of kin. He talks about what the chaplain was like in h...2024-09-0120 min
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave DwyerJohn Stansifer on the Life, Military Service and Sacrifice of Father Emil KapaunFather Dave welcomes author John Stansifer to the show to talk about Father Emil Kapaun, the most decorated chaplain in U.S. military history. John has written over 20 screenplays, specializing in biopics and historical true stories. He spent six years in the Kansas Army National Guard as a mortar gunner and served alongside Vietnam War veterans, whose stories further developed his interest in military history. His latest book is called “No Bullet Got Me Yet: The Relentless Faith of Father Kapaun.” “No Bullet Got Me Yet” is a collection of letters written by, to and about Emil Kapaun, a...2024-06-2519 min
Medal of Honor PodcastA Beacon of Light: CH (CPT) Emil J. KapaunEmil J. Kapaun served as a military Chaplain in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. As a Chaplain, it was his job to move from unit to unit, leading prayer and passing words of encouragement. During battle, Chaplains provided emergency care to the wounded, and gave last rites to dying soldiers. Since they aren’t issued as weapons and aren’t allowed to engage in combat, being a Chaplain was quite a dangerous job.On November 1st, 1950, Chaplain Kapaun and his unit were attacked by Chinese forces in what would later be c...2024-06-0309 min
Veterans RadioFR. EMIL KAPAUN, ARMY CHAPLAIN IN KOREA AND MOH RECIPIENTCAPTURED AND CONFINEDCaptured on November 2, 1950, by North Korean-Chinese Soldiers, Father Kapaun was confined at Prison Camp #5, Pyoktong, North Korea until his death, at the hands of his captors, on May 23, 1951. Granted the title of “Servant of God” by the Catholic Church Father Kapaun is the Most Decorated Chaplain in US military history.In April of 2013, President Obama awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for Father Kapaun.THE MIRACLE OF FATHER KAPAUNJoin Veterans Radio Host Bob Gould and guests: Father John Hotze, Priest, and Judicial Vicar for the Cath...2024-04-0157 min
Love Your Expat LifeEpisode 112: Smooth Transition: How to Ease Repatriation with Repats, Wiebke Homborg, and Christina KapaunEpisode 112: Smooth Transition: How to Ease Repatriation with Repats, Wiebke Homborg, and Christina Kapaun What, in your opinion, presents more challenges: moving abroad or repatriating to your home country? In this conversation, we explore the stressors and challenges associated with repatriation, as well as solutions to minimize the transition's impact. Wiebke Homborg, a Third Culture Kid (TCK), and founder of Chameleon Coaching is an Intercultural Trainer and Expat Coach. Having returned to Germany three times during her 22 years of expatriation, Wiebke understands that each repatriation experience can differ based on...2023-07-1345 min
The Cale Clarke Show - Today's issues from a Catholic perspective.Memorial Day Salute to Service: Fr. Emil KapaunAs we prepare for Memorial Day, Cale sits down with Tom Hoopes from Benedictine College to talk about the legendary exploits and the dramatic return home to Kansas of the mortal remains of the famed military chaplain and prisoner of war, Servant of God Fr. Emil Kapaun. A Hero Priest’s Return to Kansas https://www.kofc.org/en/news-room/columbia/2023/may/return-to-kansas.html Fr. Kapaun's Final Word https://youtu.be/fAG2vxAbu-A2023-05-2450 min
Wichita Podcast55-Father Emil KapaunWe had the ultimate privilege of sitting down with Scott Carter, the resident expert on all things Father Emil Kapaun, to not only figure out how to pronounce his name (spoilers we didn't) but also to hear the story of the life of this incredible (almost) Wichitan both before and after his death. Scott makes the remark that Father Kapaun might be the most famous person buried in Wichita and having heard his story, you will probably agree. The man was not only a great Wichitan but an even better human who put his life on the lines constantly...2023-03-1759 min
Conversations with Jackie and Bobby2. Nick Dellasega: A Miracle of Fr. KapaunNick Dellasega should have died on May 7th, 2011, at the age of twenty-six.
During a 5k race, he collapsed and his heart stopped beating. A teenage cousin prayed fervently at Nick's side, asking particularly for the intercession of Fr. Emil Kapaun, the Kansas-native, Korean-war chaplain. Barely making it to a hospital in time, Nick should have been brain-dead or beyond resuscitation when his pulse restarted. His miraculous case is now being considered by the Vatican for the canonization cause for Fr. Kapaun.
Nick shares his amazing story with Jackie and the lessons learned in this ep...2022-08-2646 min
Tex Cathedra PodcastEpisode 31: Servant of God Fr. Emil Kapaun-Father’s Day Episode!HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! In this episode, the Trad Men were blessed to, once again, have Dr. Alex Bielakowski, PhD. To discuss the life of one of the great spiritual fathers and heroes of our time, Fr. Emil Kapaun. May his example of piety, holiness, and self-sacrifice shine before us as example of true faith in these difficult times!
For further reading on Fr. Kapaun, visit the following links:
Diocese of Wichita’s website dedicated to Fr. Kapaun: https://frkapaun.org/
The Miracle of Father Kapaun: Priest, Soldier and Korean...2022-06-191h 28
Journeys of Hope | a Pilgrim Center of Hope podcastCathedral of the Immaculate Conception & Servant of God Fr. Emil Kapaun – Wichita, KSCome on a journey with Jason Nunez to the Sunflower State! Explore the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Wichita, KS, and come to know more about a national hero Servant of God Fr. Emil Kapaun. To help guide us on our spiritual pilgrimage is Scott Carter, Coordinator for the Fr. Emil Kapaun’s Cause for Canonization and is officed at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. During our journey, you will hear about: What can pilgrims experience when they visit the cathedral? The life of Fr. Email Kapuan. Lessons we can take away from Fr. Ka...2022-05-261h 01
The Foxhole with Father KapaunFather Kapaun's Funeral DayToday is the culmination of years of waiting: Father Kapaun is home, and his funeral Mass will be a historic event. Watch it live or find it later at https://www.youtube.com/user/dioceseofwichita. 2021-09-2901 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunFather Kapaun Comes Home This Week!The Kapaun family and a delegation from Wichita are on their way to Hawaii to receive Father Kapaun's remains and accompany them back to Wichita. We're joined in this episode by Scott Carter, Coordinator of Father Kapaun's Cause, who shares the exciting events that will happen in Hawaii, as well as what to look for at Father Kapaun's vigil, funeral and procession.
Watch the events unfold at www.KapaunComesHome.com or on Facebook and Instagram.2021-09-2233 min
Mercy UnboundThe Amazing War Story of Father Emil Kapaun, a Man of Faith and HopeEpisode 44 with Fr. Eric Weldon
Father Emil Kapaun was born of Czech parents and was a Catholic chaplain who served in the Korean War.
He loved being with “his boys” and befriended men of all faiths - Christians, Jews, Muslims, and even atheists; what was amazing were their stories of his heroism.
They respected him for his courage in standing up to his North Korean captors and for being a beacon of hope in times of great suffering. He was awarded posthumously the Congressional Medal of Honor, and Pope St. John Paul II decl...2021-09-2135 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunHonoring the Fallen: Tim Frank of Arlington National CemeteryTim Frank has been an historian at Arlington National Cemetery since January 2015 and is responsible for maintaining the Arlington National Cemetery research collection, briefing visiting dignitaries on ANC history and conducting end of tour and career interviews with civilian and military personnel. He joins Joe Farris in the Foxhole to talk about the United States’ history of honoring the fallen, as well as sharing the history of the unknown soldier and some of his favorite Medal of Honor recipients alongside Father Kapaun.
This episode is part of our ongoing Father Kapaun Comes Home Series, leading up to th...2021-09-1525 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunFriendship with Father Kapaun: Jason SearlThe Chairman of Kapaun’s Men joins us in the hot seat for this episode of The Foxhole, and he continues the great conversation about Father Kapaun’s homecoming. Listen to hear about friendship with the saints and why Jason thinks this moment is such a momentous one for the Church in the US.
This episode is part of our ongoing Father Kapaun Comes Home Series, leading up to the return of his remains and his Mass of Christian Burial at the end of September. To learn more, visit KapaunComesHome.com.2021-09-0839 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Ordeal of Chaplain Kapaun: Fr. Matt PawlikowskiIt’s the most impactful article ever written about Father Emil Kapaun, but it’s likely you’ve never encountered it. Featured in the Saturday Evening Post, an enormously popular magazine, the article is told from the perspective of Lt. Mike Dowe, who met Chaplain Kapaun on a march to a North Korean Prisoner of War Camp. The story is narrated in excellent fashion by Father Matt Pawlikowski, a Foxhole veteran and friend of Mike Dowe. Get ready for an absolute treat, and share this episode with a friend.
This episode is part of our ongoing Father Kapaun Co...2021-09-0138 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunAt Home with Joe DellasegaJoe Farris is joined today by Joe Dellasega, whose life has become very intertwined with Father Kapaun's. Joe shares about the origins of Kapaun’s Men, how Father Kapaun’s miraculous intercession in his son’s life changed his perspective, and why Father Kapaun’s homecoming is such a powerful thing no matter where we live.
Learn more about this year’s Kapaun’s Men Retreat at www.kapaunsmen.com2021-08-2540 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Resurrection of the Dead: Fr. John LanzrathWe say it every Sunday in the Creed, but sometimes it takes a tangible reminder to let it sink in: our bodies are destined for resurrection. We’re joined in The Foxhole today by the chaplain of Kapaun’s Men, Father John Lanzrath, to share his insights into the spiritual meaning of Father Kapaun’s remains returning home and what relics mean in the Church.2021-08-1836 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunWhen They Bring Your Body Home: Jack KorbelThe first episode in our Father Kapaun Comes Home Series, where we will be highlighting Father Kapaun’s story and preparing for the return of his remains at the end of September. Jack Korbel is a singer-songwriter who has long had a love of Father Kapaun, but who was so moved by the news of Father Kapaun’s remains being found that he put his talents to work writing a song in his honor. In this episode let Jack- and his song- get you ready for Father Kapaun’s body to come home.
You can also listen to "When...2021-08-1234 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunJoe's Birthday: Ashley FarrisIt's Joe's 50th Birthday today, and he's joined in The Foxhole by a guest who is very dear to him: his wife. Ashley Farris talks about their story and why she's so grateful for Father Kapaun's example in her husband's life.
Make a donation in honor of Joe's birthday: https://give.catholicdioceseofwichita.org/pages/fr-kapaun/donate-now or click "Donate" at frkapaun.org.2021-08-0439 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunImparting History: Joe HughesA former history teacher of the year, Joe Hughes joins Joe Farris in The Foxhole to talk about making an impact on young people and why history is so important to all of us. And being very knowledgeable about the Korean War, shares his thoughts about Father Kapaun.2021-07-0742 min
American Military HistoryThe Life of US Army Chaplain Emil Kapaun - Korean War POW and Candidate for SainthoodEmil Kapaun was a Catholic priest and U.S. Army Chaplain born in the small Czech farming community of Pilsen, Kansas on April 20, 1916. Growing up he was much like any other hardworking farm boy, but was especially mindful of God and others. Four years after his ordination as a priest of the Diocese of Wichita, he entered the Chaplain Corps to serve the troops in World War II and was sent to the Burma-India theater. After the war he went back to parish life, but re-entered the Chaplain Corps in 1948, serving first at Ft. Bliss, Texas. At the beginning of 1950...2021-06-1753 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunGet to Heaven! with Charlie SloanCharlie Sloan is the Director of Development & Stewardship at Diocese of St. Augustine, Florida. He joins us in The Foxhole to talk Father Kapaun, the saints, and living the faith as a layman who is faithful to the Church. 2021-06-1634 min
Come & See Inspirations (C&SI)SacredSpace102fm - Fr Emil Kapaun - a saint for our times? - 13th June 2021 (S11 E30)On this weeks programme John and Shane are joined by Fr John Hotze all the way from the diocese of Wichita in Kansas, USA to share with us the story of a farm boy from Kansas who is on his way to becoming a saint of the church - Fr Emil Kapaun.In addition we also have a brief word with Fr Frank O'Dea, director of Limerick Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage who shares with our listeners about this years virtual pilgrimage. There are a series of online events being run June 17th - 20th at 10am and 9pm e...2021-06-1356 min
Come & See Inspirations (C&SI)C&SI - Fr Emil Kapaun - a saint for our times? - 13th June 2021 (S11 E30b) (SS102fm programme excerpt)On this weeks programme John and Shane are joined by Fr John Hotze all the way from the diocese of Wichita in Kansas, USA to share with us the story of a farm boy from Kansas who is on his way to becoming a saint of the church - Fr Emil Kapaun.Fr John shares with us the story of witness and christian hope of Emil Kapaun who was a Catholic priest and U.S. Army Chaplain born in the small Czech farming community of Pilsen, Kansas and who served with heroic Christian witness during the Korean...2021-06-1327 min
American Catholic HistoryFr. Emil KapaunFr. Emil Kapaun may one day become the first Catholic saint who is also a Medal of Honor recipient. Tom and Noëlle Crowe tell us about the dedicated US Army chaplain who died in a North Korean POW camp after selflessly praying with and encouraging his fellow prisoners to survive hell on Earth.
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The Foxhole with Father KapaunOn Pilgrimage with Fr. Kapaun: Fr. Eric WeldonFather Eric Weldon, pastor of Sacred Hearth Church, in Colwich, KS is the founder of the annual "Father Kapaun Walk". This journey starts in Wichita, and progresses on foot for over 60 miles, to Father Kapaun's home town of Pilsen, KS. Over the last decade, thousands of pilgrims have walked the 4 day journey, with hundreds making the pilgrimage each year. Learn the inspiration and origins of the pilgrimage, and how sacred, and sacrificial acts can bring you closer to our Lord. Father Eric shares a very similar back ground to our podcast's name sake, having served in the US Army, as...2021-05-0525 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunA Joyful Pilgrim: Dr. John CrottyWe met Dr. J while on the Father Kapaun Pilgrimage- and once you meet him, you can't forget. This week we talk to Dr. John Crotty about his joyful witness to Christ and his spirit of encouragement that he shares with the people around him. Join us for this joyful episode!2021-04-2125 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Path to Victory: Bishop Kevin RhoadesWe end our Lenten series in The Foxhole by recognizing that the battle isn't over, yet we are still called to celebrate the triumph of Christ in the Resurrection. Bishop Kevin Rhoades of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend joins us to plot the path to victory from the Passion and Death of Jesus to his glorious Resurrection and victory over sin and death. He helps us understand how to live united with our victor and move forward as a community of the redeemed.
A big thank you to all who have joined us on this journey of...2021-03-3028 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Battle for the Church: Fr. Curtis HeckerShould we be shocked that the Church and followers of Christ are misunderstood and under attack? St. Peter, and even Jesus himself, tell us that this is part of what it means to be Christian.
As we approach Holy Week and the Passion, Father Curtis Hecker, chaplain at Kapaun-Mt. Carmel High School in Wichita, helps prepare us for this great battle. In order to help the Church, we don't need power or influence. Instead, we must be able to see our target clearly and continue to do the small things well- and with joy. If we do that...2021-03-2434 min
The Patrick Coffin Show | Interviews with influencers | Commentary about culture | Tools for transformation#225: The Bravest Priest You’ve Never Heard Of—Fr. Emil KapaunIf you enjoy this podcast consider supporting my work in any of the following ways: Become a member of our community: www.coffinnation.com Send us a donation: www.patrickcoffin.media/donate +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Emil Joseph Kapaun was a farm boy from Pilsen, Kansas, born in 1916 to a devout Czech Catholic family that eked out an existence during the Depression. Young Emil felt called to the priesthood and ended up a Chaplain to the U.S. Army during World War II, where he served admirably in the Burma Theater. He re-enlisted and attained the rank o...2021-03-2244 minThe Patrick Coffin Show | Interviews with influencers | Commentary about culture | Tools for transformation#225: The Bravest Priest You’ve Never Heard Of—Fr. Emil KapaunIf you enjoy this podcast consider supporting my work in any of the following ways: Become a member of our community: www.coffinnation.com Send us a donation: www.patrickcoffin.media/donate +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Emil Joseph Kapaun was a farm boy from Pilsen, Kansas, born in 1916 to a devout Czech Catholic family that eked out an existence during the Depression. Young Emil felt called to the priesthood and ended up a Chaplain to the U.S. Army during World War II, where he served admirably in the Burma Theater. He re-enlisted and attained the rank o...2021-03-2244 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunBonus Episode! Finding Father KapaunFather Kapaun's remains have been identified!
Okay, you've probably already heard about this, but we're still ecstatic about the news.
In this bonus episode we talk with Father Kapaun's nephew Ray Kapaun, as well as Father John Hotze, the Episcopal Delegate for Father Kapaun's Cause for Sainthood about the great news. How did Father Kapaun's body get to Hawaii? How did Ray and Father John take hearing the news? And what impact does this have on Father Kapaun's Cause for Sainthood? Listen and find out!
Learn more about Father Kapaun and access our great video content at www.kapaunsmen.com.2021-03-1746 min
Catholic Military LifeJoe Drape On Father Kapaun And The Making Of SaintsNew York Times bestselling author Joe Drape is out with a new book called The Saint Makers. It explores how the Holy See's Congregation for the Causes of Saints goes about deciding who gets to be a saint, focusing heavily on the current case of Korean War hero, U.S. Army Chaplain, and Medal of Honor recipient Father Emil Kaupan (1916-1951). The rich and unique narrative leads from the plains of Kansas where Father Kapaun was born and raised to the opulent halls of the Vatican, through brutal Korean War prison camps, and into the stories of two individuals, Avery...2021-02-1729 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Battle: Lent in The FoxholeWe at Kapaun's Men are teaming up with the men of Rekindle the Fire in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend for an 8-week Lenten Podcast Series called "The Battle". The devil wants to attack our identity as men, fathers, husbands and friends. Lent is the perfect time to embrace the tools the Church offers to help us draw closer to God.
Father David Lies of the Diocese of Wichita joins us today to describe the spiritual battle that has been taking place for millennia. There is no neutral place to hide away, no spiritual Switzerland. The enemy...2021-02-1030 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunCourage is Contagious: Fr. Drew HoffmanViruses aren't the only things that are contagious: courage is too. Plus, a tournament of saints?
Father Drew Hoffman is an associate chaplain at St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center and Kansas State University. In this episode he shares with us his great love for the saints (and the 64-saint knockout tournament bracket he and some friends put together) as well as his ministry on a college campus. He loves Father Kapaun, he loves basketball, he loves his students, and he loves seeing the ripple effects of courage on other people.
Download the Saint Bracket and det...2021-01-2729 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunAn Interview with The Foxhole's Own Scott CarterJoe sits down with Scott Carter, Coordinator for Father Kapaun's Cause and of Kapaun's Men, to talk about his own faith, what motivates him about Father Kapaun's life and promoting his cause, and even challenges Scott with a surprise question about married life. Then Jason realizes how much he appreciates Scott's role of finishing out the podcast.
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The Foxhole with Father KapaunMake Heaven Your Goal: Gabriella and Sabrina SearlThe thoughtful and well-spoken Searl twins join us for an insightful episode about how we can make an impact on the lives of our children and become saints ourselves. From the importance of witness and accompaniment to the power of suffering and intention; from the joys of the Father Kapaun Walk to the struggles that young women face, they have loads of great nuggets of wisdom for us.
The world tells us to go the easiest route. These twins are here to remind us that heaven is our goal.2020-12-0934 min
Poems for the MomentCarol Kapaun Ratchenski - "A Place Made of Space"Scroll down for more about Carol Kapaun Ratchenski. A Place Made of Space A place made of space Still so wrong to believe No mystery here A poem calls me home where My secrets are held, buried under A bed made of fears Near to wild flowers, and rivers Your memory will call you Home to this love poem A Time made of longing Of postponed and closed for now And find us in the clouds Disembodied voices Call me away from Sunset, sunrise, snowy owl dreams A place made of space A glance, a touch delayed And vacation and...2020-11-2401 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunTo Free Catholic Men: Nathaniel Binversie from Exodus 90You've probably heard of it: cold showers for 90 days, no alcohol, no TV. But did you know that over 30,000 men have already started their path to freedom through Exodus 90?
This episode we're joined by Nathaniel Binversie, Director of Mission at Exodus 90. Many Kapaun's Men have already participated in this life-changing exercise, and it's how Joe Farris wants to begin his 2021. Even if you're not called to participate this round, the principles that Exodus 90 espouses are key to living a full life as a Catholic man.
"If we’re not living prayer, if we’re not living...2020-11-1836 min
The Konza Catholic PodcastPATRIOT PRIEST: The Inspiring Life of Fr. Emil Kapaun - KCP024As the country has recently celebrated Veteran's Day, Father Drew Hoffman of St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center shares the story of a true American hero: Father Emil Kapaun. Venerated by the Catholic Church as a "Servant of God," Kapaun was ordained in the Diocese of Wichita, served as a U.S Army Chaplain in WW2 and Korea, and was an example of faith, valor, and service to others--even to the point of death. There are so many lessons we can learn from this great soul.2020-11-1224 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunServing Those Who Serve: Bishop F. Richard Spencer, Archdiocese for the Military Services, USABishop Spencer, a retired Chaplain and Colonel in the US Army served those who serve us in the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, joins us on this special Veteran's Day episode in the Foxhole. His duties took him all the world, and he graciously takes our listeners along a journey to better understand the ministry of the Archdiocese, and he reveals his personal story that weaves in brushes with danger, and encounters with Fr. Emil Kapaun, as their common service to others unfolded. Bishop's remarkable story is a can't miss tribute to not only those who serve us in...2020-11-1136 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunGreenhouses and Launching Pads: Chris BenzingerChris Benzinger spent years training missionaries. Now he helps parishes become launching pads for mission and evangelization. He's a man with incredible wisdom and dedication to others, and he joins us in The Foxhole to discuss the power of engaging in our neighbor's stories as well as transforming parish culture.
"Great community is not communal events. Great community comes from a group of people that love one another on a person to person basis."
Chris and his wife Michelle Benzinger (of the Abiding Together Podcast) are doing the pivotal work of growing missionary disciples. Check them...2020-11-0435 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Catholic Gentleman, Sam GuzmanNo, we're not talking about something from Downton Abbey. We're talking about real men who have both strength and compassion. We're talking about men as God created us to be.
Sam Guzman, founder of The Catholic Gentleman, joins us to talk about his path to the Catholic faith, how we can lead our children to embrace the faith, and of course striving to become a Catholic gentleman. Be a man, be a saint!
Find Sam at www.catholicgentleman.net
Join us in praying the Father Kapaun Novena Nov 2-10 or whenever you listen to...2020-10-2834 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunHonorable Business with Dr. Jim OttesonIs business inherently selfish? Is it a profession that requires you to atone for it like a sin? Or instead, is it possible to approach business in a way that glorifies God and benefits both us and the world?
Dr. Jim Otteson, a business ethics professor at the University of Notre Dame, has thought a lot about these questions and shares with us a refreshing take on the ethics of enterprise. Taking into account the dignity of all human beings, honorable business is actually one of the best ways we can use our God-given gifts well and spr...2020-10-2134 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunWhy Not Me with Colonel Douglas Thomas, US ArmyColonel Douglas Thomas is using his faith and six principles to aggressively push back against a foe that does not wear a uniform. His battle against cancer has been supported by his family, faith and spiritual director who are helping him to continue to engage to be fully alive despite his illness. He relies on his following six principles to maintain strength in his fight.
Be Aggressive
Keep It Simple Stupid
Moral Courage
Attitude
Family
Have Fun
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The Foxhole with Father KapaunFight for Milk: Tyler BlanskiIn his own words, Tyler Blanski went from a granola-crunching spiritualist to embracing whole-heartedly the Catholic faith- and his vocation as a Catholic father. Embracing his vocation was freeing, but it wasn't easy, and that's why Tyler started Fight for Milk, a resource that seeks to connect, encourage and build up fathers in all aspects of their lives. And yes, he loves the movie Cinderella Man.
"Fatherhood is an all-encompassing vocation. It’s so much bigger than parenthood. Fatherhood means you have to be a breadwinner, a spiritual leader; it means you have to step up and be a b...2020-10-0734 min
The Foxhole with Father Kapaun9 Minutes, No Heartbeat: Nick DellasegaThis is a story of Father Kapaun's intercession.
Ten years ago Nick Dellasega was 26, a former athlete in great shape, running a 5k race, when suddenly his heart stopped and he collapsed a few hundred feet from the finish line. His uncle applied CPR and shocked him with a defibrillator, but nothing happened; Nick had the look of someone who was dead.
But his cousin Jonah, who was also running the race, knelt down on the pavement and said a desperate but trusting prayer to Father Kapaun: heal Nick, and quickly. His prayer was heard, an...2020-09-3035 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunFollowing the Breadcrumbs: Liz Sams & Janine McGannThe Church needs both men and women to be at their best for her mission to succeed, but what if we're trying too hard to be something we don't have to? That's where Liz and Janine come in. They've created Project Light Ministries as a way to speak God's truth to what it means to be a Christian man or woman, and it's had powerful effects. Their first film, Speaking to Sparrows, has touched the hearts of women across the country, and their newest project, The Fourth Man, is set to release on September 29th. It will seek to cou...2020-09-2334 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunTim Knittig: Finding God Outdoors"You see these beautiful sceneries that God has created- you’ve gotta believe that anything is possible."
Tim Knittig has been influenced by a lot of saints in his life. Benedictines, Dominicans, St. John the Baptist, and many more. He joins us in the Foxhole to talk about building a new Catholic High School in the Houston area, putting a bell tower on top of a mountain, and finding God outdoors.
Plus he compares Father Kapaun to Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, whose name Joe struggles to pronounce.
"Both of these men knew the mean...2020-09-1631 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunMedal of Honor Recipient Patrick BradyMajor General Pat Brady flew over 2500 combat missions as a "Dust Off" air ambulance pilot in Vietnam. With his crew he rescued over 5000 men. Recognized with the Medal of Honor for his bravery at the risk of his own life, he is one of our nation's heroes. He's also a devout Catholic.
We're honored to feature General Brady in this episode, where he discusses how his faith guided him on the battlefield, finding meaning in life after an exciting career in the military, and why he thinks courage is one of the most important virtues we can fos...2020-09-1141 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunKiss your wives and grab your Rosaries: Adam Wright"Get me my weapon. Get me my rosary."
Adam Wright is the host of Roadmap to Heaven, a Catholic Radio show based in St. Louis. He's passionate about the faith and passionate about becoming a saint, and he has some great wisdom to share with us as men.
In this episode he covers a range of topics, such as the attack on the statue of St. Louis, why he loves Father Kapaun, setting himself up for success in family life, and why he keeps a bag of hairbrushes at the ready in his bedroom.
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The Foxhole with Father KapaunWhy do brown bears eat yellow flowers? Dave KellyWe're joined in The Foxhole by Dave Kelly, a cancer survivor who tells us about devastating news, a simple prayer, and an amazed doctor.
Oh, and why do brown bears eat yellow flowers? Dave will answer that question too.2020-09-0232 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunIntegrated Business: Father Nathaniel HaslamFather Nathaniel Haslam had great ambitions of becoming a multi-billion dollar CEO when younger, but God had different ideas. Now as a priest he is a spiritual director to many men and women in the business world. He joins us in the Foxhole to share some thoughts on identity, balance and mission in the business world, and ultimately our supreme joy.
"What should define you as a businessperson is God’s love for you: I am loved, infinitely valuable, treasured, a son or daughter of the Father, always wanted by the Lord, and always meaningful to the Lord...2020-08-2636 min
Catholic Military LifeFather John Hotze On The Cause For Father Emil KapaunKorean War hero and U.S. Army Chaplain Father Emil Kapaun died on May 23, 1951, in a North Korean Prisoner of War (POW) camp. He had spent the previous six months risking his life to sustain and save the lives of fellow prisoners with no concern for his own health and safety. In 2013, then-President Obama postumously awarded Father Kaupan the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military decoration. The Holy See's Congregation for the Causes of Saints is now considering Father Kaupan's Cause for Canonization. Father John Hotze, a priest of Father Kapaun's home Dioecese of Wichita, Kansas, is the Episcopal...2020-08-2637 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunVice Admiral Jim Crawford“Often we see people like Father Kapaun and we wonder, ‘How can I ever measure up?’ But it doesn't require that. Simple acts of kindness can have extraordinary effects on people’s lives."
Although he is a retired Vice Admiral and Judge Advocate General of the US Navy, Jim Crawford defines his life by service to others. He joins us in the Foxhole to talk about Father Kapaun and the people who had a great impact on his life, including his father, a speech from Martin Luther King, Jr., and the religious sisters that ran his school.
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The Foxhole with Father KapaunWarriors on the Way: Fr. Steven RindahlLike St. Ignatius or St. Francis, Fr. Steven Rindahl went from a soldier who yearned for battle to a soldier of God in the battle for souls. Hear his story and his work to help combat veterans heal by walking the Camingo de Santiago. Warriors on the Way averages an incredible 70% reduction in PTSD symptoms for those who walk by helping them through religion and psychology to lay their burdens at the foot of the cross- something we all can learn to do.
Listen to the podcast, then check out the great organization at www.WarriorsontheWay.org2020-08-1231 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunAll in for Jesus: Joseph Miller of Family Missions Company"The great commission, this mission of the Church, is still in its infancy. Jesus leaves the Church with one thing: the great commission, to go and make disciples."
There are 7 billion people in the world, and only 2 billion of them are Christian. Like it or not, Jesus has given each of us a mission to share his good news with others and make disciples. Joseph Miller comes from a family who has dedicated their lives to fulfilling their part of the great commission. He shares some stories about mission work around the world, including places where evangelization and...2020-08-0534 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunWho is Father Kapaun?Father John Hotze is the Episcopal Delegate for Father Kapaun's Cause for Beatification and Canonization, which is a fancy way of saying that he was responsible for conducting all the official research used for his cause for sainthood. If anyone knows Father Kapaun it's him. In this interview, Joe Farris and Father Hotze explore Kapaun's story and the impact he had on the world. Who is Father Kapaun? What motivated him? What can we learn from his life? Find out in this episode!
Also, check out the Father Kapaun Guild for more about Kapaun's Cause, and watch Kapaun...2020-07-2939 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunExpelling Evil with St. Michael: Fr. Stephen VrazelFrom retro video games to the original Mardi Gras to excellence in the liturgy to hidden acts of charity, Fr. Stephen Vrazel of the Archdiocese of Mobile covers a little bit of everything, including a powerful conversion moment in his life by St. Michael the Archangel. Ain't no one like God!
Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel
Consecration to St. Michael the Archangel2020-07-2232 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunA Mission to Accompany: Kapaun's Men Chair Jason SearlIn this episode we get to hear more from Kapaun's Men Chair Jason Searl, who shares a little more about his background, how the Lord led him to Kapaun's Men, and how St. Ignatius, Father Kapaun and a quote from Thomas Merton shape his outlook on life. He also shares his thoughts on the mission of Kapaun's Men.
"Success at Kapaun's Men is asking: are we checking in and doing life together? Are we walking with our brothers? Are we calling them when they need our help and when they don't? It's just about doing life together...fr...2020-07-1534 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunTrue Character with Actor Billy Hartung"My agents were often frustrated with me, 'Billy, you’re just acting.', but my response was 'Yeah, but these are gifts of mine and if I use them for things that are not healthy, that’s what I’ll be remembered for, that’s what my children someday will see.'"
Billy Hartung is a vibrant Catholic husband and father who has acted both in Hollywood and on Broadway. In this episode he shares his thoughts on his biggest role, what true character is, and how an attitude of looking for life's blessings opens us up to the wo...2020-07-0832 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunCiao Roma with PJ Anderson"This may have affected my faith in man, but I won't let it affect my faith in God."
Catholic musician PJ Anderson shares how pilgrimages have shaken up his life in a good way, how he fought bitterness in a terrible job loss by trust in God, and what St. John Paul II told him that trumped any trouble he could get into.
Listen to PJ's music at PJAndersonMusic.com or his pilgrimage company at CiaoRomaTravel.com2020-07-0132 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunModern Catholic Pilgrim: Will Peterson"When I stepped into the streets of Rome the energy was incredible- it was like electricity was coming out of my fingertips. It immediately struck me: this occurred on pilgrimage."
Will Peterson's first real recognition of the Holy Spirit came while on pilgrimage, and the experience has inspired him to create a movement to reintroduce people to this innate spiritual practice. In this episode Will tells his story and why Biblical hospitality is the one Christian characteristic that he is dedicating his life to renewing.
"Man instinctually is a wanderer and a wayfarer, and it is...2020-06-3033 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunMichelle Benzinger from Abiding Together"I feel like this next wave that is coming from the Holy Spirit will be a restoration of men."
Joe is joined by Michelle Benzinger, co-host of the popular women's podcast, Abiding Together. Michelle speaks to women all over the country, so her insights into what we can do to become better husbands and fathers is pure gold. Hear her thoughts on accompaniment and being on adventure with your spouse.
Plus, did she or did she not snub Nick Saban at the sign of peace?
"If men get out there and learn how to...2020-06-1730 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunDom Quaglia: Fully Alive"I've realized being fully alive is a lot more about the work being done in us than the work we're doing. Without realizing it, I had been placing my worth, my identity in what I accomplish. That's a frustrating way to live."
Dom Quaglia is one of the young and upcoming Catholic speakers in the United States today. In our call he shares how Jesus showed him that a life fully alive is possible, how he goes about living that life, and how to get young people invested in the faith. We're not called to be spectators, but...2020-06-1030 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunChaplains and Pilgrimages: Bishop Joe Coffey"The world needs strong, bold, courageous, fearless Catholics. We can be inspired by Father Kapaun. We have the examples, we have the armor, and we have the weapons to get through this life, knowing where we’re going.”
Bishop Joe Coffey is an Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. He recently retired as an active-duty Navy Chaplain after 28 years and currently serves as the Archdiocese's Vicar for Veterans Affairs. In this call he talks about his experience on the Father Kapaun Pilgrimage, serving the combat assault battalion of Marines in Okinawa, and what he would...2020-06-0332 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Foxhole with Chris Stefanick"And so I literally prayed, 'Father Kapaun I’m never going to talk about you to anyone ever again.'"
Chris Stefanick is one of the most popular Catholic speakers in the country, and his video on Servant of God Emil Kapaun has over 1.4 million views, but it almost never happened. In this podcast, Chris shares how sometimes we think things are failures (like his video), but God is really just trying to tell us that he's got it under control. He also shares thoughts about how we can go about winning the head game and emotional game...2020-06-0328 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunRising to the Occasion with Fr. Nathan March"We like to think that in moments of crisis we'll rise to the occasion, but in reality I haven't had a great history with that..."
Father Nathan March, a priest from the Diocese of Portland, Maine, shares how a simple act by group of high schoolers changed his perspective on life, the importance of witnessing to Christ through our everyday joy and service, and his key to persevering when things seem to be spiraling out of control. Do we see these times as opportunities to allow God's grace to be revealed through us?2020-05-2934 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunThe Resurrection Life with Dr. Bob Schuchts"The apostles that changed the world were all broken men. Brokenness doesn't disqualify us, it qualifies us."
Dr. Bob Schuchts is a therapist who founded the John Paul II Healing Center to help people live a bold, resurrected life. On our call he talks about living in hope, being an advocate of healing in our homes, and why we can step up just like the apostles did.
"I'm watching men now get serious about their faith as everything else is stripped away, and watching men step up, and when men step up the Church changes."
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The Foxhole with Father KapaunHoly Spirit Moments with Mike McGann“Last August we moved onto this 12 acre farm, and we're trying to figure out how the Lord wants us to use it to help people encounter him. At least for now He is telling me to just keep mowing the grass.” In this call, Mike McGann, a former Marine and business man, shares how the Holy Spirit took him from just checking the boxes with his faith to diving in and casting the nets of evangelization wide.
Men, check out "Speaking to Sparrows", the film that Mike and Joe reference. It WILL help you understand your wife or daug...2020-05-1329 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunAffirmation & Authenticity with Chris PadgettChris Padgett enjoys his best introduction ever, shares why true masculinity means loving vulnerably no matter what, and tells us how a simple idea profoundly impacted his family of 9 while on quarantine. Listen to Chris' call from the Happy Place Homestead in upstate New York and learn more about him at www.ChrisPadgett.com.2020-05-0628 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunCourage with Colonel Matthew Pawlikowski, US ArmySome people simply admire Father Kapaun, others seek to live like him.
Chaplain (Col) Matthew Pawlikowski is a Catholic Priest and the head Chaplain at West Point Military Academy. Like Father Kapaun, God fused together his love for God and his love for his country. Father Matt shares with us the importance of the lay members of the Church and encourages us not to back down due to fear but to embrace the virtue of courage in finding creative solutions to our current crisis.2020-04-2933 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunHope and Service in Tough Times: Congressman Greg Murphy"It's in challenging times that we can share the biggest message of hope with those in need." Greg Murphy is a medical doctor and member of the US House of Representatives from the State of North Carolina. On this call Congressman Murphy shares how God has guided his life of service both as a doctor and now in the public realm, why he's confident that God will see us through our current struggles, and why Father Kapaun's example is so important for our country. A big thanks to Congressman Murphy for joining us!2020-04-2231 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunDivine Mercy with Fr. John LanzrathKapaun's Men Chaplain Father John Lanzrath, a regular on our videos, shares why the upcoming feast of Divine Mercy is just what we need in our daily battles, especially right now.2020-04-1531 min
The Foxhole with Father KapaunPOW Herb MillerWounded by a grenade during a battle with Chinese Communists, Sergeant Herbert Miller found himself staring at the barrel of an enemy rifle. He thought it was the end of the road for him, until he noticed a US Army Chaplain make his way across the battlefield to push the Communist soldier aside and pick Miller up. He then proceeded to help Miller along a grueling march to a Prisoner of War Camp. Hear Herb share how that Chaplain, Emil Kapaun, continued to give men hope in the midst of their trial, and how Herb came to know God in...2020-04-0835 min
According to Jim/KBBE SportsMcPherson Girls v Kapaun Sub-State Finals HighlightsHighlights from McPherson's 62-45 win over Kapaun Mt. Carmel in the 2020 5A Sub-State Finals on March 7. The Bullpup girls are 21-1 and will play in their 5th straight State Tournament in Emporia. This is the 33rd State Tournament in program history and the 25th appearance in the last 28 seasons.2020-03-0808 min
My Camino - the podcastUS pilgrim Jason Searl joins me to talk all things pilgrimage + the fellowship of US Army chaplain Fr Emil KapaunFr Emil Kapaun was a decorated US Army Chaplain. He has left an enduring legacy in the US and pilgrims each year walk from Wichita to Pilsen in his honour. Jason Searl has walked the Camino twice and is part of what's called Kapaun's Men. We talk about a video series on pilgrimage - it's available from kapaunsmen.com This is a great yarn with someone who thinks deeply about his faith, pilgrimage and his journey.2019-12-1050 min
Wichita CatholicChaplain KapaunFr. Kapaun is the most decorated chaplain in U.S. Military history, a Servant of God, and a priest of the Catholic Diocese of Wichita. In this interview Fr. Hotze shares his wisdom about Fr. Kapaun's life and his heroic and saintly acts in North Korea.2019-08-011h 24Wichita CatholicFr. Kapaun's CauseFr. John Hotze has been working on the cause for Fr. Emil Kapaun's canonization for years. In this interview we talk primarily about the cause itself, miracles, relics, and looking forward to Fr. Kapaun being declared Venerable.2019-07-201h 15According to Jim/KBBE SportsRegional Final Soccer Highlights v KapaunHighlights from McPherson's 4-0 win over Kapaun Mt. Carmel in the 2019 5A Regional Finals on May 16, 2019. McPherson (17-1) won its 13th game in a row and advanced to the State Tournament for the fifth straight season.2019-05-1704 min
RED-C Roundup117 Scott Carter: Cause of Fr. Emil KapaunOn Wednesday, May 8, 2019, host Gene Wilhelm talked to Scott Carter from the Diocese of Wichita about parish priest and Army chaplain hopefully on the way to canonization, the late Fr. Emil Kapaun. He was born in 1916 in a very small farming town and raised by a simple family. He was humble and had a great sense of humor. Initially, he wanted to dedicate his life to serving others as a missionary, but he ended up serving as a United States Army chaplain during World War II and the Korean War. Fr. Kapaun felt a call to the Army no mat...2019-05-1055 min
The Heavenly SocialEpisode 13 - SoG Father Emil KapaunThere are many war heroes in our great tradition, and I’m proud to say that one is local to my little state of Kansas. Join the Social and come learn about Father Emil Kapaun!2019-04-2518 min
The Good Catholic LifeTGCL #0615: The Miracle of Fr. KapaunToday’s topics: The Miracle of Fr. Kapaun
Summary of today’s show: Fr. Emil Kapaun was a Korean War-era US Army chaplain who not only received the Medal of Honor for his bravery, but is also being considered for canonization by the Church. Roy Wenzl joins Scot Landry and Fr. Mark O’Connell on this Veterans Day weekend to tell the story of Fr. Kapaun and how he served the men under his care selflessly, especially after they all became prisoners of war and survived in the worst possible conditions.
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Today’s host(s): Scot Landry a...2013-11-0844 min
The SaintCast - Catholic Saints on CallSaintCast #126, Benedict of Nursia, miracles for Fr. Kapaun Blessed Marmion? Happy St. Swithun's Day, feedback +1.312.235.2278High in the mountains of Lazio, south of Rome, young Benedict took refuge in the silence of a cave to come to know God, an inauspicious beginning to a man called the "Father of Western Monastacism." The story of Benedict, his Rule, and an interview with a Benedictine monk. Therese goes to space, Jesus, Tiger Woods, and more. News of miracles through the intercession of Father Kapaun and Blessed Marmion. Saints of the week, and Happy St. Swithun's Day!
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