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The Catholic ToolboxPrivate Devotions with Fr Peter Williams AM VGEpisode 218 – Tuesday 26 August 2025 Private Devotions | Fr Peter Williams AM VG This week, we sit down with Fr Peter Williams AM VG — Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Parramatta — to explore the practice, purpose, and power of private devotions. Fr Williams reflects on how devotions such as the Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, the Angelus, and other traditional prayers strengthen faith, foster intimacy with God, and complement the liturgy of the Church. Together with George, he discusses how devotions to relics and saints can be uniquely powerful, the growing practice of praying the Divine Office...
2025-09-2955 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxSacred Music at Mass with Gregory TondysEpisode 217 - Tuesday 8 July 2025 Sacred Music at Mass | Gregory Tondys This week, we continue our journey into the beauty and meaning of sacred music at Mass with Gregory Tondys — Director of Music and Organist for the Choir of Pope Benedict XVI at St Mary’s Church, Mulgoa, serving the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite. Gregory shares rich insights, history, and the spiritual depth of the music and divinely inspired chants that elevate the liturgy as well as some of the challenges that parishes face with providing liturgical music. A must-watch for anyone who loves the Mass and...
2025-08-151h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxMental Prayer & Psychology with Dr John PoonEpisode 216 - Tuesday 1 July 2025 This week we talk about mental prayer and psychology with Dr John Poon, a retired psychologist. Dr Poon has been working with Dioceses and Religious Orders for many years. We discuss how we need to develop our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and how mental prayer helps. This is an episode not to miss! – The Show is on the following Platforms: Television: TV Maria: tvmaria.ph Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au (Live at 8pm on Tuesdays)
2025-07-0854 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPractice What You Preach with Salwa EliasEpisode 215 - Tuesday 27 May 2025 This week we talk about how we can practice what we preach with Salwa Elias, a catechist, Catholic speaker, EWTN Producer for Australia and New Zealand, she has been part of the Parousia team and Voice of Charity Radio for many years. We look at what Jesus did. Did he focus on the converted or those needing conversion? If we ignore what is before our eyes or overlook what Jesus would do in a certain situation, are we practicing what we preach? This is an episode not to miss! – Th...
2025-06-0159 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPope Leo XIV with Dr Robert HaddadEpisode 214 - Tuesday 20 May 2025 This week we talk about our new Pope, Leo XIV with Dr Robert Haddad, a Catholic teacher, apologist and evangelist. We look at the theological discussion regarding the Doctrine of the Papacy and how it developed. We also look at this new Papacy of Leo XIV. This is an episode not to miss! – The Show is on the following Platforms: Television: TV Maria: tvmaria.ph Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au (Live at 8pm on Tuesdays) Radio Ma...
2025-05-2954 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPromoting Life amidst Euthanasia with Dr Xavier SymonsEpisode 213 - Tuesday 8 April 2025 This week we speak about the life issues with Dr Xavier Symons, a Bioethicist and Philosopher. Dr Symons is currently the Director of the Plunkett Centre for Ethics. Dr Symons does a deep dive into what makes life worth living from the perspective of Catholic Tradition. This is an episode not to miss! – The Show is on the following Platforms: Television: TV Maria: tvmaria.ph Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au (Live at 8pm on Tuesdays) Radio Ma...
2025-04-1158 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxYear of Jubilee 2025 with Dr Robert HaddadEpisode 212 - Tuesday 25 March 2025 This week we speak about the Year of Jubilee 2025 with Dr Robert Haddad, a Catholic teacher, apologist and evangelist. Robert does a deep dive into scripture to explain what a Jubilee is, how it is a celebration of hope, how it relates to the creation and fall and ultimately redemption. Jubilee is about celebrating. Historically, a jubilee year took place every 7th year to restore our relationship with Yahweh, now we celebrate a jubilee year every 25 years, but everyday in the Catholic church is no different in that we can avail of the...
2025-03-301h 02The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxParishes on Fire with Faith with Kevin Bailey AMEpisode 211 - Tuesday 11 March 2025 This week we speak about Parishes on Fire with Faith, with Kevin Bailey AM. A former member of the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) before embarking on a career in the financial services sector, Kevin has authored two books: 'Your Money Guide' and 'Money Guide 2' and was a weekly Herald Sun columnist for a decade and was on Radio 774 Melbourne for 12 years providing financial advice to listeners. Kevin is passionate about family and faith and  is now a director of Parousia as well as Executive Director of Divine Renovation Australasia, applying his e...
2025-03-131h 00The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPreparing for LentEpisode 210 - Tuesday 4 March 2025 This week we speak about Preparing for Lent with Fr John Flader, author of several books including Question Time 1, Question Time 2, Question Time 3, Question Time 4, Question Time 5, The Creed, From Time to Eternity, Dying to Live and The Final Exam. He is also the columnist for the Catholic Weekly. How can you use this Lent to improve your life. Take advantage of LENT!!!! Be generous! This is an episode not to miss! – The Show is on the following Platforms: Television: TV Maria: tvmaria.ph Ra...
2025-03-0854 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxHow 2024 Shaped the FaithEpisode 209 - Tuesday 18 February 2025 This week we speak about How 2024 Shaped the Faith in the Catholic scene in Sydney with Giovanni Portelli, professional photographer. Giovanni has a gift, he documents Catholic events through photography, but he also has a mission, to evangelise through his photography. How can you use the gifts in your Catholic toolbox  to evangelise in your way. This is an episode not to miss! – The Show is on the following Platforms: Television: TV Maria: tvmaria.ph Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org...
2025-02-211h 03The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Liturgy of the HoursThis week we speak about The Liturgy of the Hours with Fr Peter Williams AM VG, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, Diocese of Parramatta. Most people understand that there are two forms of prayer, public and private. This episode will enlighten the listener to understand the practice of praying the non-sacramental public prayer known as the Liturgy of the Hours, also known as the Divine Office, Daily Prayer or the Breviary. This is a episode not to miss! – The Show is on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph ...
2025-02-1949 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPraying Together at HomeThis week we speak about Praying Together at Home with Akita Manassa, wife and business partner of George. We discuss the discipline of making changes in your life and how these techniques can be used to improve your spiritual life. This is an episode not to miss! – The Show is on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio: www.cradio.org.au  So...
2025-02-0453 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxDoes God Take Away My Freedom?This week we speak about God and Freedom with Mr Martin Fitzgerald, teacher at Redfield College. God is often seen in our times as someone who places restrictions and rules upon us and inhibits our freedom. This episode will enlighten the listener to understand that faith leads to greater freedom, when your perspective about freedom changes and your love grows. Allow God to truly set you free. This is a episode not to miss! – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio...
2024-12-031h 00The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxWho Can be Saved?This week Dr Robert Haddad explores the term’ Extra Ecclesiam Nulla Salus’ - Outside the Church there is no salvation. What does this term really mean? Who can be saved? This is by far the most important question one can come to understand, so tune in this week to learn more about the path to salvation that our lord has laid out for all of humanity. We didn’t forget - the 3 Practical Tools to be Saved! – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Pla...
2024-11-221h 02The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPrepare for AdventThis week we look to Christmas through the lens of Advent. So we are anticipating Advent with Robert this week, as we discuss practical tools to prepare spiritually for the birth of our lord, by making good use of this advent season. It can definitely be a silly season, for shopping and distraction, but for the soul, it must remain a serious and nourishing season above all. Tune in this week, to learn how to quiet the soul as we near the close of 2024, and to stay focused on the most important things. – The Show is...
2024-11-191h 02The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxRelics ExplainedWhat are Relics? Why do so many Catholics and Eastern Orthodox around the world venerate them? This week Dr Robert Haddad explains the history and significance of relics for our devotional life. This is an epsiode which will help you to grow in your devotion to the saints.    – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio: w...
2024-11-1452 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxLife of a Deacon - The DiaconateThis week we dive into the day to day life of a Married Permanent Deacon, with Rev David Dowling, from the Diocese of Parramatta - Australia. We discuss the Diaconate and the beauty of this call to service in the life of the Church. We gain insight into the profound effect a married cleric such as a deacon has on ministry itself, and how the life experience of marriage and family helps many parishioners by practical example. We discuss the balance required between marriage and Church life that this Vocation demands. Als practical tools to discern if you are...
2024-11-121h 06The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxSanctifying Work - Doing Opus DeiThis week, Lecturer from the University of New South Wales, Dr Ian Kwan joins me on the show to discuss the concept of Sanctifying Work. Many of us have heard of this concept when we have met members of Opus Dei or read of its founder, St Josemaria Escriva. This week Dr Ian, will explain what this principle is, and provide us with the practical tools to take action in our day to day lives. This will aid you, to bring Christ to work, as he helps you to complete your day, and to complete all things in him...
2024-11-091h 02The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFormation to be a MissionaryThis week we speak with Benjamin John Oldani, who discusses the importance of mission work throughout the world, and the beautiful work that he carries out as a member of the Sodalitium Christiane Vitae - a society of apostolic life, which is renowned for mission works around the world. He touches upon the importance of formation, in the life of a Christian, to bring Christ to the ordinary world. This is a truly inspiring organisation and he provides some very important practical tools to be a missionary in daily life, and furthermore even going on mission itself. –...
2024-11-0654 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxChurch Music MattersThis week we speak with Church Musician, Mr Gregory Tondys. He shares his experince as an organist and a musician, on the effects of Quality Sacred Music and it's spiritual effects on the soul. He delves deep into the world of the development of Gregorian Chant, and Polyphony. The importance of Music should not be taken for granted, and hence many parishioners listening, who wish to elevate the music of the parish, could take heed of his insightful practical tools.    – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Mar...
2024-11-0559 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFrom Time to EternityAfter a much needed break from the show for 4 weeks, we are finally back! Thank You for the beautiful messages from many of my listeners who emailed me. I appreciate you very much. Be assured that you are always in my prayers! This week we have a regular guest, Fr John Flader who is discussing his new book ‘From Time to Eternity’ which prepares the reader for the final stages of life and the next life to come. He speaks about the judgement and the mercy of God, and that he calls all of u...
2024-11-031h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxExorcisms Explained by an ExorcistWhen you have a demon in your house, who are you going to call? Answer - The Catholic Church / real ghost busters! In this episode, we have a conversation with Father Vincent Lampert, a seasoned exorcist. A man who has met the devil himself. He shares his experiences and knowledge about the practice of exorcism, discussing its history, theology, and the role it plays in the Catholic Church today. We explore topics such as the nature of demonic possession, the importance of prayer, and the challenges faced by those who work in this unique ministry...
2024-08-1450 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxEuthanasia - Why Life MattersMonica Doumit is the Director, Public Affairs and Engagement for the Archdiocese of Sydney and a columnist with The Catholic Weekly. This week she joins us to talk about the upcoming Euthanasia bill being proposed in the New South Wales Parliament. She lays out the Church's teaching on life, and the sacredness of the human person. This episode will equip you with the practical tools to take action in the public sphere to advance the cause for life. Life is sacred and we must fight for life for the unborn and the sick and elderly, that is our mission!
2024-08-071h 00The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFamily Life International - Working for LifeThis week Paul Hanrahan speaks about his great work with Family Life International. This organisation is based in Sydney, and helps many people regarding the issue of Abortion. They undertake noble work to help save many lives from Abortion. Paul details what drives him every single day with this apostolate. He is filled with much zeal and explains some very important practical tool show we can educate people about taking action to raise awareness about issues of Life and promoting the Church's social teachings.   Family Life International is taking great action in this area, the p...
2024-07-311h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxScripture in the LiturgyThis week Liturgist the very Rev. Fr Peter Williams AM joins us live to discuss the importance of sacred scripture in the very context of the sacred liturgy. The misconception that the Mass is rooted in the Traditions of Men is refuted in this episode, and the beauty and richness of the Mass is explained as having it's foundation in the scripture. This episode will unpack the centrality of sacred scripture in the liturgy, through the readinsg, gospel and even the Eucharistic Sacrifice. The Mass is full of sacred scripture!    – The Show is Live...
2024-07-241h 00The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxAid to the Church in need - What is it?This week we host Bernard Toutounji, the director of Aid to the Church in Need - Australia & New Zealand  He explains the concept of the Church's teaching on social justice, and why we the church must help the poor. However here, this very same principle of social justice is turned inwards to actually help parts of the church in the world that are less fortunate, carry out it's mission. This is a very exciting concept and a very enjoyable episode, so get comfortable and tune in.   Check out That Catholic Shop: ht...
2024-07-091h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxWatch your language - Sacred language in PrayerThis week we speak with the Very Reverend Dr Stephen Hill VG, who is th vicar-general for the Ordinariate of the Southern Cross He hold a doctorate in 'Sacral Languages' and is a strong proponent of the use of sacred language in the liturgy and in the wider context of prayer in general. Tune in to learn more about this fascinating and rarely spoken about topic, and to learn about the Ordinariate - which Pope Benedict XVI established in 2011.
2024-07-0256 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Crusades Explained - Part 1This week, Mr Daniel Hill KHS (Knight of the Holy Sepulchre) enlightens the listener on the very controversial yet very misunderstood subject of the crusades. There are many misconceptions about the intentions of the crusades, and the listener is in for a surprise, to understand that these brave Knights and Soldiers were indeed very prayerfully devout people who carried out their mission with bravery and purpose, as opposed to greed and vengeance, as is often portrayed.   – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  ...
2024-06-191h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Sacred Heart - Month of JuneThis month the Church celebrates the month of the sacred heart, and this week's guest Robert Matek is enlightening us about this very month and how we can grow in this devotion. He will enlighten you on the promises that accompany this devotion. Tune in for a very exciting episode! – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio...
2024-06-131h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxOur Lady of Akita - by AkitaIn this month of may we continue our focus of Our Lady, and devotion to her, by following her on her journeys throughout the world where she appeared and gave messages for a particular time. This week we are focusing on Our Lady of Akita by our Guest Akita Manassa, who visited the Shrine personally and reports on her experiences that she had there, and how she was named Akita.   Furthermore, the message of Akita is discussed, and her very important messages that she gave us for our time. This apparition, these series of messages a...
2024-05-1440 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxOur Lady of Fatima - for the month of MayThis week I am joined by a familiar face and voice, Salwa Elias - Australia and New Zealand's EWTN Producer. Also host of the 'Care for Your Soul' Radio Show on Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM) She shares her own spiritual journey to Christ through Mary. We discuss the importance of devotion to Our Lady, and how this can deepen one's relationship with Our Lord him himself. This episode has a strong emphasis on the practical tools we can take from the message of Fatima, for this Marian month of May!     Th...
2024-05-081h 00The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxCatholic RapThis week founder of catholicapparel.com.au Andre Abuharb speak to us today about his journey through Christian Music, and how rapping at school in the playground laid the foundation for becoming founder of Catholic Streetwear and later leading to the publication of his new Album C.A Featuring Rap songs such as: Heaven is my Goal Blessings Ave Maria A new album soon to be released.
2024-04-2353 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxA Comedian's Faith - Is No Joke!In this inspiring and intriguing episode of 'A Comedian's Faith - No Joke' we delve deep into actor, comedian, and author Anthony Salame's fascinating journey navigating the secular world of media and entertainment through his robust Catholic faith. From his beginnings on Australian television, his radio career in Virgin Radio Lebanon. It was not until during the COVID-19 he became closer to God and embarked on becoming an author of Christian Children's Books: Salame shares his experiences working in secular stand-up comedy, acting, theatre, radio to creating faith-centered children's books. Amid his laidback and humorous persona, his...
2024-04-121h 02The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxWhat Did Christ Pay For On The Cross?Embark on a profound spiritual journey with Dr. Robert Haddad in this insightful episode of The Catholic Toolbox. We celebrated the Feast of St. Joseph, reflecting deeply on the redemption work of Christ on the cross and its varied interpretations in Catholic and Calvinist doctrines. Discover the significance of Christ's human nature, the role of sanctifying grace, the concept of penal and sacrificial substitutions, and the implications of post-baptism sins. Delving into the Old Testament, unveil the intriguing link between animal sacrifices and the Christ's redemptive work, particularly the symbolism of the Passover lamb. Acquire a deeper...
2024-04-0353 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxLent ContinuesIn this insightful episode of our Lenten podcast series, Fr. John Flader invites us to journey deeper into the heart of Lent as we reflect on the transformative power of fasting and prayer. Drawing from his wealth of knowledge and spiritual experience, Fr. Flader illuminates the profound significance of these ancient practices, guiding us towards a deeper understanding of their role in our spiritual journey. Join us as we explore practical tools to incorporate fasting and prayer into our lives, allowing these sacred disciplines to open our hearts to God's grace and lead us closer to Him during this...
2024-02-2959 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxTravel TipsThis week Akita Manassa provides us with practical tools or Travel Tips for those who are preparing to visit other designations over 2024! She gives us insight from her personal travels, and how one can maintain a prayer life, fins Mass, evangelise and keep the presence of God when traveling and outside one's everyday routine. – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/ ...
2024-02-1342 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPurgatory - Never Forget Those SoulsThis week we discus the Church's Teaching on Purgatory, what is it? Also how it works, and Fr John Flader provides us with the practical tools to pray for the souls who may be there. – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio: www.cradio.org.au  Social Media:  @thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram - Pa...
2024-01-0256 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxWe Have Seen his GloryThis week's tools are being equipped by Dr Robert Haddad on seeing Christ's Glory. – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio: www.cradio.org.au  Social Media:  @thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram - Partners: Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com - SU...
2023-12-2657 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFalse Prophets TodayThis week we discuss Flase Prophets today with the Australia and New Zealand Producer for EWTN, Salwa Elias. Often known as 'Mumma Salwa' she warns us of the traps and tricks that are often set up for people by False Prophets, who lead away from Christ. She will equip you with the tools, not to be distracted by the world and many people within it, and focus of Jesus Christ, rather than the next conspiracy Guru online. – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Rad...
2023-12-1959 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxA Silent Retreat...This week Akita Manassa enlightens us about her experience of her very first Silent Retreat, and the profound effect it can have on your spiritual life. This week we discuss the importance of making an annual spiritual retreat away from the busy world to contemplate and recharge both spiritually and personally to tackle the world until you make your next retreat the following year. This episode is not to be missed! – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Ch...
2023-10-3153 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Art of Practical Catholicism 2 - Unpacking the ToolsThis week we continue with the launch of The Art of Practical Catholicism 2 by George Manassa    Interviewed by Charbel Raish, founder of Parousia – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio: www.cradio.org.au  Social Media:  @thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram - Partners: Parousia Media: www.parousiam...
2023-09-2656 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxMaking Sense of SufferingThis week we reflect on the very uncomfortable topic of suffering with Fr John Flader, as he brings to our attention the ways in which we can make sense of our suffering, and why God allows suffering in this world. Fr Flader draws much of his wisdom from his newly released book: The Final Exam He then continues to provide us with a solid foundation of 3 practical tools for this week to take on suffering in our day to day life, regardless if they are minor issues at work to great suffering we may be going through...
2023-09-1946 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxMentorship in SchoolThis week we speak with James Ramos, headmaster of Wollemi College about the importance of mentorship in school education. In this episode he shares the great wisdom and tools for forming the future generation in our schools and speaks specifically about the great work that the PARED Foundation schools carry out here in Australia. To checkout Wollemi College click the link below: https://www.wollemi.nsw.edu.au/  To checkout other PARED Schools in Australia click the link below: https://www.pared.edu.au/  – The Show is Live...
2023-09-1236 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Art of Practical Catholicism 2This week we launch 'The Art of Practical Catholicism 2' published by Parousia Press, with foreword and launch by Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio: www.cradio.org.au  Social Media:  @thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram - Partners: Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com EWTN Asia...
2023-08-2948 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPost-Vatican II - Sacred MusicThis week we discuss Sacred Music - 60 Years after the Second Vatican Council with Liturgist and Vicar General of the Diocese of Parramatta, Very Rev. Fr Peter Williams VG AM. He takes us on a journey through the early Church, the Middle Ages until the council, giving us insight into how sacred music developed. Then looking at what happened to sacred music after Vatican II, and the practical means by which clergy and laity can restore Gregorian chant and other sacred music in the parishes in our time.   – The Show is Live on the...
2023-08-081h 00The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPraying with the PsalmsThis week we learn how to pray with the psalms with the Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. We discover the history and development of all the psalms, and the varieties of psalms that are available for us to use for our own personal prayer and meditation. We are equipped with practical tools on how to make the psalms our own prayer, to further the interior life. We also discuss Deacon's tour of Australia this July: https://www.parousiamedia.com/ignite-bible-study-australian-tour/    He will also be launching: The Art of Practical Catholicism 2 htt...
2023-07-1138 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxInclusiveness and Conversion - We can have both!This week we include Dr Robert Haddad for an episode on radical inclusion and conversion. We discuss the perfect balance of being ‘Inclusive’ while at the same time calling everyone to repent and believe in the Gospel. So much emphasis in our time is placed on being ‘Inclusive’ so we define what it truly means in the context of a Christian. You will be equipped with 3 Practical Tools to balance your apostolate by both evangelising and at the same time maintaining a friendship with those around us, in order to provide a means for our friends to receive God’s grace an...
2023-07-0450 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxLiving FatherhoodThis week we speak about the importance of fatherhood in the upbringing of children for our society with Buddy Jilawen. He will provide his practical wisdom for everyday life, and equip the listener with the practical tools to take action in this very important area of life. Fatherhood has suffered very much in the last half century and a very powerful, but ordinary means is given to the listener on how to overcome the issues of our modern day, and to live up to the call to be the father that God desired you to be. – ...
2023-06-2735 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxWhy Volunteer?This week we Psychologist Robert Matek volunteers his time on the show to speak about the benefits of volunteering and the mindset that is required to reap the fruits of volunteering within your local community. He navigates the human virtues required for this, and even the supernatural dimension that may motivate many people, leaving us with many examples of how we can volunteer and 3 practical tools to take action in this area. After this episode there is no doubt you will either friend a day or a few hours in your month or year to volunteer with a Charity...
2023-06-201h 06The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Church’s Magisterium (Teaching Authority)This week we speak with Newley ordained priest for the Diocese of Parramatta, Fr Matthew Dimian about the fabulous topic of the Church's teaching authority, also known as the Magisterium of the Church. He dives deep into the scriptural and early Church foundation for the Church's teaching power on earth, touching on the authority of the Pope and Bishops. This is such an important topic, and can even be considered the very foundation of why we may believe in Christ altogether! Fr Matthew will leave you assured of Christ's promise to be with us until the end of the...
2023-06-131h 04The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Liturgy - 60 Years After Vatican IIThis week we mark 60 Years since the promulgation of Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, is one of the constitutions of the Second Vatican Council. It was approved by the assembled bishops by a vote of 2,147 to 4 and promulgated by Pope Paul VI on 4 December 1963. This week's guest is: Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia of the Diocese of Parramatta - Very Rev. Fr Peter Williams AM VG Fr Peter is a liturgist at the Catholic Institute of Sydney and will speak about if we have truly achieved the liturgical objective of...
2023-06-061h 05The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxDivine RenovationThis week we speak with the Co-director of Parousia, Kevin Bailey AM about his reversion back to his faith after many successful years as an entrepreneur. Kevin will also enlighten the listener about the importance of the Divine Renovation Project he is working on, which seeks to renew the life of the Church in many respects. He is a very inspiring speaker and has a great passion to take action where it is necessary. He provides us with 5 Practical Tools or Steps to take action in the area of renewing the parish life and faith for our time!
2023-05-231h 07The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxDiscerning Your CallThis week we speak with the founder and director of Parousia Media, Charbel Raish about how you can discern your vocation. He then proceeds to elaborate that once you have discerned your state of life, you can discern if you are called to start a particular apostolate of an initiative. This episode is loaded with practical wisdom that will leave you inspired and equipped to discern God's call in your life. – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Ch...
2023-05-161h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxMonth of Mary ToolsWe have entered into the month of May being the month of Mary. This should be very exciting for many of us, as we have an opportunity to grow in devotion to Our Lady, by listening to the contents of this episode which draw us back to the 4 Marian Dogmas. Fr John Flader then proceeds to speak about her role in the life of the Church and then finally touching upon the some modern apparitions and messages that she has brought humanity in more contemporary times. You will not be left unaided without the 3 practical tools on how you...
2023-05-0959 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxDr Robert Haddad’s Conversion StoryWishing everyone a blessed Easter! The Catholic Toolbox Show is now back live on Radio and all platforms after a prayerful and fruitful break. This week we go personal, and hear the profound personal conversion story of Dr Robert Haddad, one of our regular guests here on the show. We take the time to discuss his early life and his journey of faith. His testimony will definitely inspire you to deepen your faith and conviction of Catholic Apologetics! We draw 3 very important practical tools from his conversion story for us all to take action  
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The Catholic ToolboxA Rite of Passage to ManhoodThis week we discover with Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers the Christian meaning of what it really means to be a Man. Also looking at how Christ himself was the perfect embodiment of what it means to be a man. We discuss the crisis in masculinity today, especially with the woke culture of today. He then provides the rite of passage to become and grow as a man through his powerful Practical Tools within this episode. – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platf...
2023-03-2851 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFighting Spiritual LazinessThis week we fight back at spiritual laziness and complacency which can eventually cost you your soul, with Australia's EWTN Producer, Host of CARE FOR YOUR SOUL Radio Show and Lay Missionary: Salwa Elias. This episode will ensure you identify the vices which can plague our modern day spiritual life, and then make sense of them, allowing you to proceed in taking action with your faith by creating 3 Practical Tools this week to get back to your spiritual warfare. So take an hour out of this battle of our daily lives and seek refuge in this episode...
2023-03-2159 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxMindfulness & SinThis week we discuss the connection between our minds and sin itself with Psychologist Robert Matek. We dive into the world of anxiety and depression and look at how this can sometimes cause one to question their faith altogether. In the mist of all this, how do we all take action to grow in holiness with any mental health struggle of any scale. This week we are equipped with some very powerful practical tools to take action in this very area! – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Mari...
2023-03-1452 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxExclusive: George Manassa Interview with Radio MariaIn this Podcast we replay the interview conducted by Fr Sam Randall on Radio Maria Australia interviewing The Catholic Toolbox Host and founder: George Manassa about how he founded the show and his life story. The Catholic Toolbox now airs LIVE on Radio Maria Australia  8-9PM AUSTRALIA time – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Crad...
2023-03-1052 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxWomen Deacons?This week we discover the historic role of Women Deacons in the early Church with Dr Robert Haddad, and gain a better understanding of what they actually did, in order to gain clarity for our approach to today's modern world – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/  Cradio: www.cradio.org.au  Social Media:  @thecatholic...
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The Catholic ToolboxCatholic Life CoachingThis week we speak about Catholic Life Coaching with Catholic Life Coach: Monica Elias. Monica takes us on her personal journey about how life coaching has helped he personally, and how the fruits of this had allowed her to answer God's call to begin coaching many people, and help transform aspects of their life, which otherwise would have proven to be much more of a challenge. She is accredited by Mentanoia Catholic, and will provide us with some very important practical tools to take action, and is passionate about providing her clients with practical tools to put...
2023-02-2858 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxConversion Therapy - Proposed Legislation NSWThis week we discuss the proposed Conversion Therapy Legislation that is being brought before the Australian State of NSW with Catholic Weekly Contributor Monica Doumit. We discuss the issue facing the state, and how we can take action to fight against this proposed bill, and some of the great work that Monica is carrying out at the forefront of this fight.   – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Platforms: Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au    Rad...
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The Catholic ToolboxThe Final Exam, preparing for the judgement - Book LaunchThis week we continue the journey with our familiar guest: Fr John Flader as he announces the publication of a new book Titled: ‘The Final Exam, preparing for the judgement’  In this spectacular book, we will discuss the importance of our focus on the end goal of our faith, which is to pass the ultimate test of our lifetime, being our final personal judgement by almighty God at the end of our lives. Fr John equips us with the practical tools from his book, to take action to seek the salvation of our soul. We highl...
2023-02-0754 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxIntercessory PrayerThis week we begin the Dynamic Deacon Series, featuring Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers discussing the logic, origins and benefits of intercessory prayer. That is prayer on behalf of our fellow faithful here on earth, and also the intercession by those who are in heaven on our behalf. This can be a stumbling block for our fellow protestants, but this episode sheds much light on the subject and will have you asking the intercession of Our Lady, the saints and your fellow man in no time! – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television  
2023-01-3151 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic Toolbox2023 Mental Health ToolsThis week we devise tools to better take care of your mental health in 2023. Guest Psychologist: Robert Matek gives great insights into some great material also for taking action with your mental health and how that may affect or relate to your spiritual life also. Please Note, this does not contain any professional advice, but just a general conversation and general information, be sure to verify with your relevant healthcare professional (Please refer to the disclaimer below). – The Show is Live on the following Platforms Television   TV Maria: tvmaria.ph 
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The Catholic ToolboxCardinal George Pell TributeThis week we pay tribute to the Australian Cardinal who left a great legacy for the Australian and universal Church by his work and example. We are joined by the former head of the University Chaplaincies: Daniel Hill and former Director of Catholic Adult Education Centre, Sydney: Fr John Flader.  -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com...
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The Catholic ToolboxCardinal George Pell - Tribute and LegacyThis week joined by the former head of university chaplaincies: Daniel Hill and former director of The Catholic Adult Education Centre and fatherfladerblog.com the Rev. Fr John Flader. We pay tribute to the late Cardinal George Pell, and we discuss his great life and the legacy he has left the Australian and universal Church. You will definitely be inspired to draw practical wisdom from his life and follow in his foot steps to start or keep up the great work of the gospel. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www...
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The Catholic ToolboxArtificial Intelligence - AIThis week we explore the world of artificial intelligence and regulating social media with Matthew Hermann-Tague. We dive deep into the mechanism and also practical tools to take action to have a health balanced life with social media in the picture.  -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at...
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The Catholic ToolboxPope Benedict XVI TributeThis week we pay tribute to the life and legacy of Jospeh Ratzinger - Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Our panel consists of George Manassa our host, Mr Jordan Granthem and Fr John Flader. We hope you enjoy this episode tribute and will draw the 3 practical tools from the example of his life. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at o...
2023-01-0349 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxWhat is a Vocation?Final Episode of 2022 To wrap up the The Catholic Toolbox Show 2022 year, we look to 2023 and reflect on the very meaning 'Vocation'. Often this word is used in many conversations about a particular calling someone may have. Dr Robert Haddad closes the Toolbox Year by enlightening us on the Church's understanding on what a Vocation is, and then we proceed to deduce several criteria to determine if something can actually be classified as a vocation. Then finally we are enlightened by 3 Practical Tools on how to practically discern your vocation with clarity and sharp cut...
2022-12-2758 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxProfessional Prestige - Why We WorkOften the prestige that comes from working can have a negative connotation when it comes to the humility that is required to live a Christian life. However we shed light on professional prestige and working well, with Finance Lecturer from the School of Business at the University of New South Wales, Dr Ian Kwan. He speaks about how work can be sanctified and how growing in prestige can help you do apostolate in. our modern world today. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy...
2022-12-1335 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxSanctifying Your WorkThis week we leave the Church sphere and speak about how to sanctifying your work and find holiness in the midst of your ordinary circumstances of daily life. Featuring no other than the Auxiliary Bishop of Sydney  Bishop Richard Umbers. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at you...
2022-12-0647 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxTools for Praying the RosaryIf you struggle to pray the Rosary, or have been struggling for a while or may find the repetition prayers daunting, then this is the episode for you! Fr John Flader takes us through practical tools this week to take action with praying our rosary well! He discusses some of his publications about this topic! -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our o...
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The Catholic ToolboxA Photographer’s PerspectiveThis week we shift our perspective to that of Giovanni Portelli founder of Giovanni Portelli Photography. We capture his faith journey, and how he came to found his prominent photography business and his supernatural motivation to capture sacred events. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your pa...
2022-11-2754 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxRaising SaintsThis week we meet with Andre Abuharb founder of www.catholicapparel.com.au  We discuss how to raise a family of saints, and we will not spoil this week some of the very practical insights he shares with us. Make sure for all your evangelical streetwear you checkout the above link to order online or in store.   SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your pur...
2022-11-1558 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxBishop Sheen HourThis week have have a sheen hour - meaning we discuss all things to do with the venerable Bishop Fulton J. Sheen with our good friend and the greatest advocate of Bishop Sheen: Allan J. smith. This week we also speak about his new book and how we can learn from the example of the heroic life of Bishop Sheen and how we can emulate elements of his zeal in our day to day lives.   Be sure to check out his website: https://www.bishopsheentoday.com/    -- SUB...
2022-11-0845 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxRacism Exposed - Dynamic Deacon SeriesThis week won the Dynamic Deacon Series we have Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers to speak to us about the response to Racism, and his collective experiences and thoughts on how we can battle this plague to our modern world. Deacon discuss the interesting story behind how George and the Team at the Catholic Toolbox were very much part of the journey in the birth of his upcoming book on Racism - mentioned in the show!   This is a show not to missed by anyone and will provide you with the ultimate tool and antidote to Racism r...
2022-11-0148 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxNew Catholic Generation & YoutubeThis week an old friend joins us to discuss spreading the gospel on Youtube and founder of New Catholic Generation none other than Renee Shumay A great alliance of many YouTube's who are spreading the gospel online to the mass audience. In this episode we discuss the millennial importance of spreading the gospel on YouTube and how so many people can first have an encounter with christ whilst surfing Youtube. We are also proud to introduce a new series here on The Catholic Toolbox Show with New Catholic Generation. The NCG Series will...
2022-10-2555 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Divine Right of KingsThis week we reflect on the Topic of the Divine Right of Kings in light of the death of our former monarch, we take the time to discuss constitutional monarchy and the correlation that may exist between the realities within it and those in heaven. Dr Robert Haddad discusses the Church and State relationship and sheds much light on this subject and the correct way to approach this area. This promises to be a very interesting episode! -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get...
2022-10-1258 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFatherhoodA post-Fathers Day Special! This week we speak with Father and former host of the 'Life Matters' Show on the Voice of Charity Radio Network and co-founder of Cana Marriage Formation, Mr Buddy Jilwan. He is a proud father of great children and someone who is active in the community, working with many men and couples. He really teaches the listeners of this episode a thing or two about authentic fatherhood, with some very practical examples in modern life today. It is very important that if we draw practical wisdom as an example for ourselves...
2022-09-0635 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxThe Ordinariate - The Gathering of AnglicansThis week week go to the Ordinariate with Fr Stephen Hill to discuss the great initiative of his holiness Pope Benedict XVI in Apostolic Constitution: Anglicanorum Coetibus to draw Anglicans to embrace the fullness of truth and yet maintain their tradition and patrimony. This is a great episode and there is much to be learnt from the English tradition, this will be an episode that will not disappoint!   Come and experience this Mass at St Joseph's Catholic Church, Newtown  -Sydney at 12:00pm. https://www.ordinariate.org.au/    --
2022-08-3058 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxDying to Live - Part 2This week we take a look back at the last things and discuss the great contents of the newly released book: Dying to Live - reflections on life after death by Fr John Flader and some of it's great success stories in helping people come to the reality of our inevitable destination.    There is a special announcement that will be made about another upcoming book! -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Ma...
2022-08-2337 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFaith & Food - Eating HabitsThis week we look at the connection between our everyday eating habits, and the implications not only for the body but very importantly for your soul and relationship with God. We have our regular, Psychologist - Robert Matek give some very insightful practical tools to take action in this area. This does not count as any professional advice, but these are very helpful strategies which you may want to implement in your life, or also run by your healthcare professional.   This promises to be a great episode!     SUBSCRIBE to our...
2022-08-1652 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxTalkin LiturgyThis week Matthew-Hermann Tague joins the Toolbox to speak about what is Liturgy and the very issues that we face in our time with spreading the great understanding of the mass. This is a great discussion reflecting on the challenges to the liturgy in our time in everyday life, Matthew shares his love for sacred music and we even get to hear his magnificent voice and working progress on chant. For all the liturgy fans, this must not be missed! -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com
2022-08-1150 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFuture of Parish LifeThis week we discuss with former University of Sydney chaplain Fr Paul Rowse OP, who has now settled into parish life in Melbourne. We discuss the trends of where faithful are flocking for Mass on Sundays and weekdays for that matter.  There is undoubtedly a decline and consolidation of parishes, and increase in 'parish hopping' along with people travelling long distances that has happened over the past decade, and we look deeper into this trends. Fr Paul leaves us with some very serious practical tools to take action in growing our parish life and draw more people t...
2022-08-0237 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxChristian Marketing Solution - LaunchThis week we launch https://cmsunlimited.com/ with Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers and Charbel Raish, founder of Parousia Live from the United States! This is a Christian Marketing Platform which aims to consolidate all your marketing needs to grow your apostolate. This will transform the way we reach people with the good news! https://cmsunlimited.com/    
2022-07-2648 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxTrue Obedience?This week we embark into the world of authentic obedience. What it truly means in our spiritual life and we focus with Dr Robert Haddad regarding the true way in which one can be obedient to ecclesiastical authority, and the limits and scope in which you may sometimes question the authority itself. Of course this requires true humility and proper discernment and spiritual direction. in this episode we are give 3 very important practical tools which will aid your true obedience to Christ and the church in all things -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and...
2022-06-2839 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxBringing the Youth Back!This week we dive into the mystery of why our youth often stop practicing the faith altogether in the context of schooling life. Seasoned teacher John Larkin joins us to tackle this mystery and provide hope to parents, teacher and everyone else who is concerned. He provides 3 serious practical tools for both teacher and another 3 for parents. You will need to listen carefully and take notes, as these tools  will be very effective in dealing with the challenge to the faith of those going through school.  -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: ...
2022-06-1438 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxConscience & Moral LifeThis week Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-sivers enlightens us on how we can understand the very n nature of our conscience. The proceeding very practically to execute even action using our informed conscience in everyday life. We all need to make decisions in day to day life, and we need the tools to ensure that we are living our life and responding to every situation with the best informed conscience and responding accordingly.   Sometimes situations can be difficult to navigate and there are insightful tools to assist you to take action. -- S...
2022-06-0751 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxMental Focus & PrayerDo you ever struggle to Focus during your prayer. Well this week's discussion will help you to focus on your focus to then focus on your prayer and grow in your relationship with God. This is an episode with our special guest, Psychologist Robert Matek, who will fill us with his insights especially with post-pandemic effects on many people at the moment.   This in turn will aid your conversation with God, hence your mental prayer. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of...
2022-05-3158 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPicking up your BibleThis week, Director of Parousia himself teaches us an amazing lesson about the sometimes daunting task of reading the entire Bible from start to finish! However with a very very important Trick, which we will not reveal till later in the show.  Sacred scripture is a Catholic book, both compiled and canonised by the authority of the church, and it is not optional to have a love and devotion to scripture as the written word of God.   -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com ...
2022-05-2455 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxJust War?This week we discuss with Dr Robert Haddad the Catholic Church's teaching regarding the conditions for a just war, and we dissect the conditions in detail to be able to discern correctly regarding this vital area. We proceed to discuss the situations in Ukraine and the Iraq war and Robert shares his interesting insights. This is an episode not to miss, with some very interesting practical tools, which involve even breaking down war to your own personal defence and how to discern in any situation you find yourself in, if a war is what you should wage.
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The Catholic ToolboxWhy Be Catholic?This week we speak with the Director of Catholic Answers, Tim Staples about his personal journey, combined with the Art of Apologetics to prove that the catholic Faith is the true religion of God on earth and the actual Church established by Jesus Christ himself. Tim was a former Baptist and Assemblies of God Pastor after his Catholic friend in the United States Marines challenged him , which set him on a journey which led him to cross the tiber to the faith. Tim was the man who initially inspired George Manassa the host and founder of this...
2022-04-0857 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFrom Anglican Bishop to CatholicismThis week we have former Anglican Bishop of Rochester, who came to the fullness of truth in the Catholic faith, now the Rev. Fr Nazir Ali. He is now a priest in the Ordinariate created by pope Benedict XVI in 2011 and currently teaches at Oxford University, and is president of OXTRAD and continues to contribute towards unity. He has a profound story of how he once was working as Anglican Bishop to help Catholics and Anglicans reach unity, which facilitated his conviction to cross the tiber himself. This is an episode not to be missed...
2022-03-2335 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxOur Life of Service - The Handbook for Deacons - Book LaunchThis week we launch Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers' Book: 'Our Life of Service' The Handbook for Catholic Deacons This week we discuss what exactly is the vocation to the Diaconate, and what exactly inspired him to write this book for helping men discern and become better deacons for today. Most importantly how the role of the deacon assists laity and empowers them to live the universal call to holiness further. He draws 3 Practical tools from the book and shares with us, as a sneak peak.   This is a book everyone m...
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The Catholic ToolboxUkraine War - A message for our faithThis week we meet with the Vicar General of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Australia and Parish Priest of St Andrew's Ukrainian Catholic Church, Lidcombe, Sydney: the Very Rev. Archpriest Fr Simon Ckuj. He is here to inform us about the reality of what is actually happening in Ukraine at this very devastating time. We focus on the spiritual and historical significance of the country and the faith of the people and formation of the Ukrainian orthodox and Catholic Churches. Touching upon the Byzantine tradition and it's development. Fr Simon then proceeds to provide us...
2022-03-0251 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxBook Launch: Dying to Live - Reflections on Life After DeathThis week we launch the new book Dying to Live - Reflections on Life After Death by John Flader. This is a spectacular book which takes the most vital questions of our existence and ponders on the origins of the world, the existence of a God, and most importantly what will happen when we die. In this book he attempts to make the case for the existence of meaning in our lives, the existence of the soul outside the body, and finally the existence of a deity. He tackles this from a purely human perspective attracting all...
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The Catholic Toolbox((St)) Valentine’s Day - UnpackedThis week George and Akita Manassa go into great depths to study the life of St Valentine and look at the origins of the celebration associated with this holiday and how it become very commercialised, to the complete exclusion of the life of St Valentine. Our secular world has often forgotten the great men and women behind many of our well known celebrations. There are some very insightful Tools in this episode if you find yourself alone this Valentines Day, or if you are simply sick of the commercial aspects which leave no room for authentic love. 
2022-02-221h 01The Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxFormation for the REAL WORLDThis week Lecturer for the University of Notre Dame Australia, Peter Holmes joins the discussion to reflect what makes effective students and others in the real world outside of the classroom. This is a great discussion not to be missed, as this will equip you with a change of mindset about what today’s world requires of us to bring people to Our lord. It really is about the way you carry yourself and your evangelisatic style that will allow people to embrace the gospel, henceforth change the world. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert an...
2022-02-0454 minThe Catholic Toolbox
The Catholic ToolboxPolitical Influence TodayThis week we discuss Political Influence which we as faithful should rightfully yield in our world today. We are called to be a beacon of hope and not a light kept to ourselves. We draw on the vast wisdom and experience of a very inspiring women who has fearlessly spent much of her life in public office, as a retired Member of the British Parliament. She is a convert from Anglicanism, during the time which the Church of England began to ordain women and modernise it's institution. We are proud to have the Rt Hon. Ann Widdecombe DSG. 
2022-01-2655 min