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Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThinking Faith S02E10 | Papal Predictions and Holy HunchesIn this episode of Thinking Faith, recorded just before the election of Pope Leo XIV, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld put on their Vatican-prognosticating hats to reflect on the passing of Pope Francis and wonder what might be on the minds of the Cardinals heading into the conclave. From thoughts on papal names (yes, they took a few stabs!) to the kind of leader the Church might need next, they provide a snapshot of their hopes, hunches, and theological musings — and you get the benefit of hindsight! Tune in for a mix of heart, history, and a li...2025-05-141h 01Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThinking Faith S02E10 | Papal Predictions and Holy HunchesIn this episode of Thinking Faith, recorded just before the election of Pope Leo XIV, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld put on their Vatican-prognosticating hats to reflect on the passing of Pope Francis and wonder what might be on the minds of the Cardinals heading into the conclave. From thoughts on papal names (yes, they took a few stabs!) to the kind of leader the Church might need next, they provide a snapshot of their hopes, hunches, and theological musings — and you get the benefit of hindsight! Tune in for a mix of heart, history, and a li...2025-05-141h 01
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon on Ordo Amoris - Part 3In this conclusion to our three-part series with Dr. Brett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon, we examine the complexities of immigration policy, the virtue of prudence in Catholic social teaching, and the deacon’s role in personally serving those in need. The discussion explores how immigration policies impact family unity, the role of media in shaping public perception, and the tension between international and local solidarity. Through it all, we emphasize the need for nuanced, good-faith conversations that align with Catholic moral principles while allowing for diverse prudential judgments.2025-02-2539 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon on Ordo Amoris - Part 3In this conclusion to our three-part series with Dr. Brett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon, we examine the complexities of immigration policy, the virtue of prudence in Catholic social teaching, and the deacon’s role in personally serving those in need. The discussion explores how immigration policies impact family unity, the role of media in shaping public perception, and the tension between international and local solidarity. Through it all, we emphasize the need for nuanced, good-faith conversations that align with Catholic moral principles while allowing for diverse prudential judgments.2025-02-2539 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon on Ordo Amoris - Part 2Join Dr. Brett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon as they continue their deep dive into Ordo Amoris—the "order of love." In this second installment of a three-part series, they explore how properly ordering our loves shapes our moral and spiritual lives, drawing on philosophy, theology, and real-world examples. Tune in for an engaging discussion on how love, rightly ordered, leads us closer to truth and authentic freedom.2025-02-1847 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon on Ordo Amoris - Part 2Join Dr. Brett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon as they continue their deep dive into Ordo Amoris—the "order of love." In this second installment of a three-part series, they explore how properly ordering our loves shapes our moral and spiritual lives, drawing on philosophy, theology, and real-world examples. Tune in for an engaging discussion on how love, rightly ordered, leads us closer to truth and authentic freedom.2025-02-1847 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon on Ordo Amoris - Part 1In this multi-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld sits down with Thomas P. Harmon, Scanlan Foundation Chair and Professor of Theology, to explore how Thomas Aquinas’ Ordo Amoris—the order of love—can help us understand the moral dimensions of immigration policy. As the new U.S. administration introduces sweeping changes in outreach and border policies, this conversation examines how properly ordered love informs our responsibilities toward the stranger, the vulnerable, and the political community as a whole.2025-02-1147 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Thomas Harmon on Ordo Amoris - Part 1In this multi-part series, Dr. Brett Salkeld sits down with Thomas P. Harmon, Scanlan Foundation Chair and Professor of Theology, to explore how Thomas Aquinas’ Ordo Amoris—the order of love—can help us understand the moral dimensions of immigration policy. As the new U.S. administration introduces sweeping changes in outreach and border policies, this conversation examines how properly ordered love informs our responsibilities toward the stranger, the vulnerable, and the political community as a whole.2025-02-1147 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic Podcast"Pilgrims of Hope" ArchRegina Congress 2024 with Deacon Eric Gurash and Lisa PolkDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with Director of Pastoral Services and Operations Lisa Polk to discuss the upcoming ArchRegina Congress, "Pilgrims of Hope," taking place Saturday, September 21, at Resurrection Parish in Regina. They'll discuss the changing dynamics and demographics of the Church in the Archdiocese of Regina and the ways that this year's Congress will explore the future vision of our Catholic churches in Southern Saskatchewan. Learn more about this important opportunity to be part of a dynamic and spirit-driven process of change and transformation, and find out how you can take part at the following link: h...2024-09-1741 minThinking Faith: The Catholic Podcast"Pilgrims of Hope" ArchRegina Congress 2024 with Deacon Eric Gurash and Lisa PolkDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with Director of Pastoral Services and Operations Lisa Polk to discuss the upcoming ArchRegina Congress, "Pilgrims of Hope," taking place Saturday, September 21, at Resurrection Parish in Regina. They'll discuss the changing dynamics and demographics of the Church in the Archdiocese of Regina and the ways that this year's Congress will explore the future vision of our Catholic churches in Southern Saskatchewan. Learn more about this important opportunity to be part of a dynamic and spirit-driven process of change and transformation, and find out how you can take part at the following link: h...2024-09-1741 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 2In this part two of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/ 2024-09-1028 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 2In this part two of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/ 2024-09-1028 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 1In this part of one of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and their wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/ 2024-09-0335 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastMental Health Ministry with Deacon Eric and Melissa Gurash - Part 1In this part of one of two episodes in honour of Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day on September 10, Deacon Eric Gurash and their wife Melissa discuss their work in mental health ministry and the ways parishes can get involved. Essential Mental Health Resources: 9-8-8 National 24/7 Suicide Assistance Hotline: 9-8-8 is the new three-digit helpline that provides urgent, live support by phone and text to people in every province and territory across the country. World Suicide Prevention Day: https://suicideprevention.ca/media/world-suicide-prevention-day-banners-toolkit/ Emmaus Support Mental Health Ministries: https://emmaussupport.ca/ 2024-09-0335 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 5Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, for this final installment of their summer retreat based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love. This week, they wrap up their reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a...2024-08-2742 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 5Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, for this final installment of their summer retreat based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love. This week, they wrap up their reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a...2024-08-2742 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Retreat: Contemplations on Divine Love Part 4Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...2024-08-2031 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Retreat: Contemplations on Divine Love Part 4Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...2024-08-2031 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 3Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...2024-08-1331 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 3Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. This retreat, a part of the Archdiocese of Regina's Lay Formation Program annual Spring retreat, was held at St. Peter's Abbey in Muenster, Saskatchewan. Join a vibrant community of intentional...2024-08-1331 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 2In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...2024-08-0626 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 2In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...2024-08-0626 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 1In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...2024-07-3040 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastContemplations on Divine Love - Summer Retreat Part 1In another first for the Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast, Deacon Eric Gurash is joined by his wife, Melissa, as they lead you through a series of summer functions based on the fourth week of St. Ignatius of Loyola's Spiritual Exercises. Often referred to as Contemplations on Divine Love, over the next five weeks, they will offer a variety of reflections on Jesus' Resurrection appearances, encountering God in all things, and living a spirit-filled life. Join a vibrant community of intentional disciples who are passionate about living a spirit-filled life in service to Christ, His Church, and the...2024-07-3040 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Stuart Squires on the Eucharist and Becoming Christ - Part 2In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Stuart Squires about his new book from New City Press, "You Will Be Changed into Me: The Fruits of the Eucharist."2024-07-2333 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Stuart Squires on the Eucharist and Becoming Christ - Part 2In this part two of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Stuart Squires about his new book from New City Press, "You Will Be Changed into Me: The Fruits of the Eucharist."2024-07-2333 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Stuart Squires on the Eucharist and Becoming Christ - Part 1In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Stuart Squires about his new book from New City Press, "You will be Changed into Me: The Fruits of the Eucharist."2024-07-1630 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastBrett Salkeld and Stuart Squires on the Eucharist and Becoming Christ - Part 1In this part one of two episodes, Dr. Brett Salkeld visits with Stuart Squires about his new book from New City Press, "You will be Changed into Me: The Fruits of the Eucharist."2024-07-1630 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDeacon Eric Gurash with Lay Formation Graduates Gail Reles and Dr. David KoprivaDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with recent Lay Formation program graduates Gail Reles of Holy Trinity Parish in Regina and Dr. David Kopriva of St. Anne's Parish, Regina, to discuss their recent Commissioning celebration and their experiences of growth, transformation and spiritual renewal as program participants. We are currently accepting applications for our fall intake. For more information on how to register, please contact our Program Coordinator, Deacon Eric Gurash at 306-721-6724 or email him at egurash@archregina.sk.ca.2024-06-2543 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDeacon Eric Gurash with Lay Formation Graduates Gail Reles and Dr. David KoprivaDeacon Eric Gurash sits down with recent Lay Formation program graduates Gail Reles of Holy Trinity Parish in Regina and Dr. David Kopriva of St. Anne's Parish, Regina, to discuss their recent Commissioning celebration and their experiences of growth, transformation and spiritual renewal as program participants. We are currently accepting applications for our fall intake. For more information on how to register, please contact our Program Coordinator, Deacon Eric Gurash at 306-721-6724 or email him at egurash@archregina.sk.ca.2024-06-2543 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastEducating for Eternity with Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. Adam DufaultIn this podcast crossover, recorded during a visit to the diocese of Columbus, Ohio, and first aired on the "Becoming Saints" podcast, Dr. Brett Salkeld sits down with Dr. Adam Dufault, Superintendent of Schools with the Diocese of Columbus to discuss his latest book, "Making Every Class Catholic."2024-04-1638 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastEducating for Eternity with Dr. Brett Salkeld and Dr. Adam DufaultIn this podcast crossover, recorded during a visit to the diocese of Columbus, Ohio, and first aired on the "Becoming Saints" podcast, Dr. Brett Salkeld sits down with Dr. Adam Dufault, Superintendent of Schools with the Diocese of Columbus to discuss his latest book, "Making Every Class Catholic."2024-04-1638 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastBooks that Changed Brett's Life - Part 2In this part two of two episodes, Deacon Eric sits down with Dr. Brett Salkeld to discuss three non-fiction, non-theological books that changed his life. This week; You Are Not Your Pain by by Vidyamala Burch and Danny Penman and a surpise book that changed Brett's life without him ever reading it! Show Snippet: "It's freedom. It's the same thing. Freedom again. It's the same idea as the last two books, right? I was not free in this relationship. My pain was leading to a kind of compulsive behavior and it gives me just a little critical...2024-02-1340 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastBooks that Changed Brett's Life - Part 2In this part two of two episodes, Deacon Eric sits down with Dr. Brett Salkeld to discuss three non-fiction, non-theological books that changed his life. This week; You Are Not Your Pain by by Vidyamala Burch and Danny Penman and a surpise book that changed Brett's life without him ever reading it! Show Snippet: "It's freedom. It's the same thing. Freedom again. It's the same idea as the last two books, right? I was not free in this relationship. My pain was leading to a kind of compulsive behavior and it gives me just a little critical...2024-02-1340 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastBooks That Changed Brett's Life - Part 1In this part one of two episodes, Deacon Eric sits down with Dr. Brett Salkeld to discuss three non-fiction, non-theological books that changed his life. This week; Good and Angry by David Powlison and Hold me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson. Show Snippet: "The big feelers among us who express those things. People can't handle them and they need to know that, it's okay to be that kind of person. They still need to figure out how to manage themselves in different situations, but you're actually more equipped to manage yourself well if you're not just ashamed...2024-02-0647 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastBooks That Changed Brett's Life - Part 1In this part one of two episodes, Deacon Eric sits down with Dr. Brett Salkeld to discuss three non-fiction, non-theological books that changed his life. This week; Good and Angry by David Powlison and Hold me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson. Show Snippet: "The big feelers among us who express those things. People can't handle them and they need to know that, it's okay to be that kind of person. They still need to figure out how to manage themselves in different situations, but you're actually more equipped to manage yourself well if you're not just ashamed...2024-02-0647 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastThe Reed Of God Summer Retreat with Deacon Eric Gurash - Part 1 AdventJoin Deacon Eric for this special summer retreat with Mary through the lens of the Caryll Houselander spiritual classic, "The Reed of God." Journey with Mary as a spiritual companion and guide through the nativity, ministry, death, and resurrection of her Son Jesus Christ and discover new avenues to faith, discipleship, and mission. Show Snippet: "Sometimes it may seem to us that there is no purpose in our lives, that going day after day for years to this office or that school or factory is nothing else but waste and weariness. But it may be that God...2023-07-0444 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastThe Reed Of God Summer Retreat with Deacon Eric Gurash - Part 1 AdventJoin Deacon Eric for this special summer retreat with Mary through the lens of the Caryll Houselander spiritual classic, "The Reed of God." Journey with Mary as a spiritual companion and guide through the nativity, ministry, death, and resurrection of her Son Jesus Christ and discover new avenues to faith, discipleship, and mission. Show Snippet: "Sometimes it may seem to us that there is no purpose in our lives, that going day after day for years to this office or that school or factory is nothing else but waste and weariness. But it may be that God...2023-07-0444 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDan Shervan and Brett Salkeld on Original Sin - Part 1This week Dr. Bret Salkeld sits down with author and poet Dan Sherven in this part one of two, to discuss the differences between Roman and Orthodox Catholic approaches to the problem of sin. Show Snippet: "You can actually be like, "You know, Western Christians can learn from Eastern Christians that, this way of talking is a good counterbalance to this other way of talking that has these potential misunderstandings associated and vice versa." Right? And so people who are really good at that kind of dialogue actually generally end up with a really deep and rich k...2023-05-1635 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDan Shervan and Brett Salkeld on Original Sin - Part 1This week Dr. Bret Salkeld sits down with author and poet Dan Sherven in this part one of two, to discuss the differences between Roman and Orthodox Catholic approaches to the problem of sin. Show Snippet: "You can actually be like, "You know, Western Christians can learn from Eastern Christians that, this way of talking is a good counterbalance to this other way of talking that has these potential misunderstandings associated and vice versa." Right? And so people who are really good at that kind of dialogue actually generally end up with a really deep and rich k...2023-05-1635 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastJoy in the Gospel Mental Health and Positive Psychology with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses how Catholic spiritual practice and positive psychology can work together to create a healthy and sustainable approach to well-being while cultivating a deeper connection to our God and others. Show Snippet: "Without stating it expressly, Positive psychology recognizes a fundamental Christian truth; that human beings are indeed “fearfully and wonderfully made” and that the human person is a beautiful mystery with an inherent purpose, meaning, and dignity." Links: The Gospel of Happiness by Christopher Kaczor - https://amzn.to/3RFJF2O Finding Joy in the Gospel; Positive Psyc...2023-02-0730 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastJoy in the Gospel Mental Health and Positive Psychology with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses how Catholic spiritual practice and positive psychology can work together to create a healthy and sustainable approach to well-being while cultivating a deeper connection to our God and others. Show Snippet: "Without stating it expressly, Positive psychology recognizes a fundamental Christian truth; that human beings are indeed “fearfully and wonderfully made” and that the human person is a beautiful mystery with an inherent purpose, meaning, and dignity." Links: The Gospel of Happiness by Christopher Kaczor - https://amzn.to/3RFJF2O Finding Joy in the Gospel; Positive Psyc...2023-02-0730 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastEvangelization and the Word of God with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses a recent trip to the Yorkton area where he spoke about Evangelization and parish renewal with a focus on evangelization as the core mission of the Church and how the Word of God provides a key starting point. Show Snippet: "In 2019 Pope Francis gave us a key starting point by declaring the third Sunday in Ordinary Time "Word of God Sunday". As the new Liturgical season begins, and at the start of every year moving forward, Pope Francis issues this clear encouragement to the whole People of God, to get to know...2023-01-3124 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastEvangelization and the Word of God with Deacon Eric GurashThis week Deacon Eric discusses a recent trip to the Yorkton area where he spoke about Evangelization and parish renewal with a focus on evangelization as the core mission of the Church and how the Word of God provides a key starting point. Show Snippet: "In 2019 Pope Francis gave us a key starting point by declaring the third Sunday in Ordinary Time "Word of God Sunday". As the new Liturgical season begins, and at the start of every year moving forward, Pope Francis issues this clear encouragement to the whole People of God, to get to know...2023-01-3124 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Master Class On Eucharist with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Part 3We continue our Summer Masterclass on the Eucharist featuring a series of talks previously delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This week's episode will examine the Eucharist as Real Presence. Show Snippet: "The New Atheists who think that Christianity is the worst thing that's ever happened in the history of the world will come out against various contemporary ideologies that are very subjective, and the New Atheists will agree with the Catholic position. Now that seems odd at first because you expect them to just disagree with us about everything, but they're...2022-08-0230 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Master Class On Eucharist with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Part 3We continue our Summer Masterclass on the Eucharist featuring a series of talks previously delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This week's episode will examine the Eucharist as Real Presence. Show Snippet: "The New Atheists who think that Christianity is the worst thing that's ever happened in the history of the world will come out against various contemporary ideologies that are very subjective, and the New Atheists will agree with the Catholic position. Now that seems odd at first because you expect them to just disagree with us about everything, but they're...2022-08-0230 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Master Class On Eucharist with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Part 2We continue our Summer Masterclass on the Eucharist featuring a series of talks previously delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This week's episode will examine the Eucharist as sacrifice. Show Snippet: "The Old Testament is aware of all this. When people are offering all their bulls and goats and lambs at the Temple, but their hearts aren't changed, the prophets call them out for that. Jesus even quotes them at one point, "Go learn what this means, 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice.'"2022-07-2655 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Master Class On Eucharist with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Part 2We continue our Summer Masterclass on the Eucharist featuring a series of talks previously delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This week's episode will examine the Eucharist as sacrifice. Show Snippet: "The Old Testament is aware of all this. When people are offering all their bulls and goats and lambs at the Temple, but their hearts aren't changed, the prophets call them out for that. Jesus even quotes them at one point, "Go learn what this means, 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice.'"2022-07-2655 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Master Class On Eucharist with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Part 1This week we begin a special Summer Masterclass on the Eucharist featuring a series of talks previously delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This week's episode will examine the Eucharist as a meal. Show Snippet: "It tells us a lot about why the Bible is so obsessed with food. I mean the people who were writing the Bible were people who were often living on the edge of not being able to eat. They were often poor people...and so, if you want to tell a story about Paradise, there's food you...2022-07-191h 07Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Master Class On Eucharist with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Part 1This week we begin a special Summer Masterclass on the Eucharist featuring a series of talks previously delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This week's episode will examine the Eucharist as a meal. Show Snippet: "It tells us a lot about why the Bible is so obsessed with food. I mean the people who were writing the Bible were people who were often living on the edge of not being able to eat. They were often poor people...and so, if you want to tell a story about Paradise, there's food you...2022-07-191h 07
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld, Dr. Charlie Camosy, and Jonathon Van Maren on Roe vs Wade - Part 2Host Dr. Brett Salkeld, ethicist, Dr. Charlie Camosy, and Jonathon Van Maren of the Canadian Centre for Bio-Ethical Reform continue their discussion on the overturning of Roe vs Wade by the US Supreme Court and the public discourse around the issue of abortion in Canada and the US. "I think if the pro-life movements can get together and get this data and then use that to make an informed argument for changes in public policy or shifts in public policy...I think that would be almost the starting point, to try to get as much data as...2022-07-0546 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld, Dr. Charlie Camosy, and Jonathon Van Maren on Roe vs Wade - Part 2Host Dr. Brett Salkeld, ethicist, Dr. Charlie Camosy, and Jonathon Van Maren of the Canadian Centre for Bio-Ethical Reform continue their discussion on the overturning of Roe vs Wade by the US Supreme Court and the public discourse around the issue of abortion in Canada and the US. "I think if the pro-life movements can get together and get this data and then use that to make an informed argument for changes in public policy or shifts in public policy...I think that would be almost the starting point, to try to get as much data as...2022-07-0546 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld, Dr. Charlie Camosy, and Jonathon Van Maren on Roe vs Wade - Part 1Host Dr. Brett Salkeld is joined by ethicist, Dr. Charlie Camosy and Jonathon Van Maren of the Canadian Centre for Bio-Ethical Reform to discuss the recent overturning of Roe vs Wade by the US Supreme Court and the public discourse around the issue of abortion in Canada and the US. Show Snippet: "80% of Canadians don't know that it is not restricted at all. We go door-to-door having discussions on this...half the people you talk to will Google it and check it on their phone because they don't actually believe you that this is the case..."2022-06-2841 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld, Dr. Charlie Camosy, and Jonathon Van Maren on Roe vs Wade - Part 1Host Dr. Brett Salkeld is joined by ethicist, Dr. Charlie Camosy and Jonathon Van Maren of the Canadian Centre for Bio-Ethical Reform to discuss the recent overturning of Roe vs Wade by the US Supreme Court and the public discourse around the issue of abortion in Canada and the US. Show Snippet: "80% of Canadians don't know that it is not restricted at all. We go door-to-door having discussions on this...half the people you talk to will Google it and check it on their phone because they don't actually believe you that this is the case..."2022-06-2841 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 2In this part 2 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "The potential is there to transform a parish from being concerned about how they're going to pay for the roof...to how do we care for our neighbours that are experiencing hardship of any kind? How do we bring the gospel to people, not just preaching the words of the gospel, but bring the heart of the Gospel into the places in our community that aren't showing up in our church?" ...2022-03-0134 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 2In this part 2 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "The potential is there to transform a parish from being concerned about how they're going to pay for the roof...to how do we care for our neighbours that are experiencing hardship of any kind? How do we bring the gospel to people, not just preaching the words of the gospel, but bring the heart of the Gospel into the places in our community that aren't showing up in our church?" ...2022-03-0134 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 1In this part 1 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "Actually spending time with people and learning from the experiences of people who are different from you, is actually one of the best antidotes to ideology there is." Follow the link for more information and Synod resources to use in your parish or group: https://archregina.sk.ca/synod-2021-20232022-02-2235 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastYo Dawg, I Hear You Like Synods - Part 1In this part 1 of 2, Deacon Eric Gurash rejoins the podcast as he and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the 2021-2023 Synod on Synodality. Show Snippet: "Actually spending time with people and learning from the experiences of people who are different from you, is actually one of the best antidotes to ideology there is." Follow the link for more information and Synod resources to use in your parish or group: https://archregina.sk.ca/synod-2021-20232022-02-2235 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastCordial Catholic Crossover with K. Albert Little and Dr. Brett SalkeldIn this crossover episode, Catholic convert, K. Albert Little invites Dr. Brett Salkeld to join his Cordial Catholic podcast to discuss The Eucharist, Real Presence, and Transubstantiation. Show Snippet: "Think of Jesus spitting in the mud and rubbing stuff on people's eyes. That is SO sacramental...that the material order which God created as good and that was ordered to our good, is the place where he approaches us."2022-02-151h 29Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastCordial Catholic Crossover with K. Albert Little and Dr. Brett SalkeldIn this crossover episode, Catholic convert, K. Albert Little invites Dr. Brett Salkeld to join his Cordial Catholic podcast to discuss The Eucharist, Real Presence, and Transubstantiation. Show Snippet: "Think of Jesus spitting in the mud and rubbing stuff on people's eyes. That is SO sacramental...that the material order which God created as good and that was ordered to our good, is the place where he approaches us."2022-02-151h 29
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and John Jalsevac - Part 2Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest John Jalsevac discuss how, though they have different initial instincts with respect to vaccination, reasoned engagement with the sources makes it possible to sift fact from fiction and find common ground. Show Snippet: "If we have these conversations, real conversations based upon an openness to the other you often realize that you have more in common than you realize, you can have a more productive conversation than you realize, and you avoid getting pulled to these extremes that just in many cases aren't true."2022-02-011h 16Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and John Jalsevac - Part 2Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest John Jalsevac discuss how, though they have different initial instincts with respect to vaccination, reasoned engagement with the sources makes it possible to sift fact from fiction and find common ground. Show Snippet: "If we have these conversations, real conversations based upon an openness to the other you often realize that you have more in common than you realize, you can have a more productive conversation than you realize, and you avoid getting pulled to these extremes that just in many cases aren't true."2022-02-011h 16
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and John Jalsevac - Part 1Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest John Jalsevac discuss how, though they have different initial instincts with respect to vaccination, reasoned engagement with the sources makes it possible to sift fact from fiction and find common ground. Show Snippet: "I haven't come to some moment of clarity in which the heavens have opened and I realized all the anti-vaxxers or all the pro-vaxxers are right. Where I've come to is a point where I realize that intense, mutually beneficial conversations by people who disagree on matters is desperately needed."2022-01-251h 02Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and John Jalsevac - Part 1Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest John Jalsevac discuss how, though they have different initial instincts with respect to vaccination, reasoned engagement with the sources makes it possible to sift fact from fiction and find common ground. Show Snippet: "I haven't come to some moment of clarity in which the heavens have opened and I realized all the anti-vaxxers or all the pro-vaxxers are right. Where I've come to is a point where I realize that intense, mutually beneficial conversations by people who disagree on matters is desperately needed."2022-01-251h 02
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven on Universal Basic Income - Part 4Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "As much as I just said you can't have private property without universal destination of goods, and that's true, private property nonetheless is an important principle, and you do have to discern when are we unjustly taking away from the producer of the goods, goods that are rightfully theirs..."2022-01-0449 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven on Universal Basic Income - Part 4Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "As much as I just said you can't have private property without universal destination of goods, and that's true, private property nonetheless is an important principle, and you do have to discern when are we unjustly taking away from the producer of the goods, goods that are rightfully theirs..."2022-01-0449 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven Universal Basic Income - Part 3Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "An interesting argument against (UBI)...is that UBI is a bandaid for a broken system. What we actually need is a living wage and workers' rights and these other kinds of things, and UBI might help a lot of the people who don't have those things, but in fact, it's just covering for injustice..."2021-12-2833 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven Universal Basic Income - Part 3Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "An interesting argument against (UBI)...is that UBI is a bandaid for a broken system. What we actually need is a living wage and workers' rights and these other kinds of things, and UBI might help a lot of the people who don't have those things, but in fact, it's just covering for injustice..."2021-12-2833 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven Universal Basic Income - Part 2Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "Because money is not just an amount, but it's how often it's spent and what it's used for, it actually keeps generating value as it cycles...one of the arguments for how UBI pays for itself is rooted in this idea of the 'velocity' of money..."2021-12-2127 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven Universal Basic Income - Part 2Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "Because money is not just an amount, but it's how often it's spent and what it's used for, it actually keeps generating value as it cycles...one of the arguments for how UBI pays for itself is rooted in this idea of the 'velocity' of money..."2021-12-2127 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastLiving Simply: Brett Salkeld And Peter Van Kampen - Part 2With a timely Christmas theme, Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest Peter Van Kampen continue their discussion on the impact simplifying our own living expenses can have on the lives of others. Peter's Book: Live Simply: So That Others Might Simply Live https://amzn.to/3DgGOod The Bicycle Project: https://worldbicyclerelief.org/2021-12-1436 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastLiving Simply: Brett Salkeld And Peter Van Kampen - Part 2With a timely Christmas theme, Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest Peter Van Kampen continue their discussion on the impact simplifying our own living expenses can have on the lives of others. Peter's Book: Live Simply: So That Others Might Simply Live https://amzn.to/3DgGOod The Bicycle Project: https://worldbicyclerelief.org/2021-12-1436 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven on Universal Basic Income - Part 1Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "A good stance, I think, for a Catholic going into a policy debate is to know that a) there will be no silver bullets, and b) there will be unintended consequences of almost any policy."2021-11-3033 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld and Brendan Steven on Universal Basic Income - Part 1Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income. Show Snippet: "A good stance, I think, for a Catholic going into a policy debate is to know that a) there will be no silver bullets, and b) there will be unintended consequences of almost any policy."2021-11-3033 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr Brett Salkeld Speaking to Heron Perth School Division - Part 4We conclude our four-part series of talks given by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron Perth School Division. Show Snippet: "English teachers especially, you know how deeply shaped human reality is by our use of language; the way that words can change our lives, the way that they can impact us..."2021-10-1934 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr Brett Salkeld Speaking to Heron Perth School Division - Part 4We conclude our four-part series of talks given by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron Perth School Division. Show Snippet: "English teachers especially, you know how deeply shaped human reality is by our use of language; the way that words can change our lives, the way that they can impact us..."2021-10-1934 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr Brett Salkeld Speaking to Huron Perth School Division - Part 3We continue our four-part series of talks given by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron Perth School Division. Show Snippet: "The practice of being present to God and hearing Him is not magic and it's not easy. And so if you pray and you're not picking up anything...pick up a Bible."2021-10-1223 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr Brett Salkeld Speaking to Huron Perth School Division - Part 3We continue our four-part series of talks given by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron Perth School Division. Show Snippet: "The practice of being present to God and hearing Him is not magic and it's not easy. And so if you pray and you're not picking up anything...pick up a Bible."2021-10-1223 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld Speaking to Huron Perth School Division - Part 2We continue our four-part series of talks given by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron Perth School Division. Show Snippet: "...if you need any proof at all of the wisdom that's embedded in this teaching, that is that children are best off when they are educated by their own parents, in the values and traditions of their own communities, then you don't need to look any further than the chaos that followed from Indigenous children forcibly taken from their families and communities."2021-10-051h 05Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld Speaking to Huron Perth School Division - Part 2We continue our four-part series of talks given by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron Perth School Division. Show Snippet: "...if you need any proof at all of the wisdom that's embedded in this teaching, that is that children are best off when they are educated by their own parents, in the values and traditions of their own communities, then you don't need to look any further than the chaos that followed from Indigenous children forcibly taken from their families and communities."2021-10-051h 05
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld Speaking to Huron Perth School Division - Part 1This week on Thinking Faith, we begin a series of talks delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron-Perth Catholic School Division. This four-part series will touch on areas of Truth and Reconciliation as well as Curriculum permeation in various subjects. Show Snippet: "We're not used to silence very much these days. We don't have much of a practice of silence, we're connected 24/7, and maybe if silence is awkward, maybe that's good, maybe that's something to practice in your own life and develop a capacity to sit in silence and listen..."2021-09-2841 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastDr. Brett Salkeld Speaking to Huron Perth School Division - Part 1This week on Thinking Faith, we begin a series of talks delivered by Dr. Brett Salkeld to the teachers of the Huron-Perth Catholic School Division. This four-part series will touch on areas of Truth and Reconciliation as well as Curriculum permeation in various subjects. Show Snippet: "We're not used to silence very much these days. We don't have much of a practice of silence, we're connected 24/7, and maybe if silence is awkward, maybe that's good, maybe that's something to practice in your own life and develop a capacity to sit in silence and listen..."2021-09-2841 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 3Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "By the end of his work, Luke wants there to be no doubt that when we see the people of the Church acting with love in the world, we are seeing the risen Jesus acting with love in the world."2021-08-0328 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 3Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "By the end of his work, Luke wants there to be no doubt that when we see the people of the Church acting with love in the world, we are seeing the risen Jesus acting with love in the world."2021-08-0328 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 2Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "While the other gospel writers show this fulfillment (of Salvation History) in terms of the Resurrection experiences alone, for Luke something more must occur..."2021-07-2729 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 2Continuing our Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "While the other gospel writers show this fulfillment (of Salvation History) in terms of the Resurrection experiences alone, for Luke something more must occur..."2021-07-2729 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 1Summer's here and it's time for another Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "And so we have the author we have come to know as Luke, most certainly a Gentile convert...whose most profound experience of Christ, we will see as we look to this Acts of the Apostles, was within the context of coming...2021-07-2045 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastSummer Bible Study with Deacon Eric and the Book of Acts-Part 1Summer's here and it's time for another Summer Bible Study with Deacon Eric Gurash. In this three-part series, we break open the Book of the Acts of the Apostles, looking at its relation to the Gospel of Luke, who wrote it, and why, and taking a deep dive into a few major themes. Show Snippet: "And so we have the author we have come to know as Luke, most certainly a Gentile convert...whose most profound experience of Christ, we will see as we look to this Acts of the Apostles, was within the context of coming...2021-07-2045 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastAdvent Retreat: The Annunciation with Deacon EricJoin us for a special Advent retreat episode of Thinking Faith. This week Deacon Eric reflects on the Annunciation from the Fourth Sunday's Gospel and the invitation of the angel Gabriel to see our gifts and others, through God's own eyes. Show Snippet: "This is the God who sees within the world as it is, a space where he might come to dwell among us, a space sacred and holy enough to make his home among us. He sees a life filled with promise; he sees our lives filled with possibility; He sees our lives filled with...2020-12-2231 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastAdvent Retreat: The Annunciation with Deacon EricJoin us for a special Advent retreat episode of Thinking Faith. This week Deacon Eric reflects on the Annunciation from the Fourth Sunday's Gospel and the invitation of the angel Gabriel to see our gifts and others, through God's own eyes. Show Snippet: "This is the God who sees within the world as it is, a space where he might come to dwell among us, a space sacred and holy enough to make his home among us. He sees a life filled with promise; he sees our lives filled with possibility; He sees our lives filled with...2020-12-2231 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastAn Interview with Transitional Deacon Chris LindenbachWeeks before his ordination to the Transitional Diaconate, Deacon Eric Gurash had a chance to talk with Seminarian Chris Lindenbach about his life, his vocation, and this thing we call 'discernment'... Show Snippet: "They talk about any time you make any sort of commitment you make this big 'yes' and then that's sustained by all these little yeses. And so the big yes for me was to go to the seminary and say okay God, if this is where you are calling me to go, as St. Ignatius said, you discern it to the end whatever that...2020-06-2329 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastAn Interview with Transitional Deacon Chris LindenbachWeeks before his ordination to the Transitional Diaconate, Deacon Eric Gurash had a chance to talk with Seminarian Chris Lindenbach about his life, his vocation, and this thing we call 'discernment'... Show Snippet: "They talk about any time you make any sort of commitment you make this big 'yes' and then that's sustained by all these little yeses. And so the big yes for me was to go to the seminary and say okay God, if this is where you are calling me to go, as St. Ignatius said, you discern it to the end whatever that...2020-06-2329 min
Thinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastPodcast Crossover - The Kyle Heimann Show with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Why Transubstantiation?This week the Thinking Faith Catholic podcast features an interview with Dr. Brett Salkeld on Redeemer Radio's Kyle Heiman Show. Topic of the day: Why Transubstantiation? Snippet from the show: "We need to think more about what it is to be Catholics who believe in God as the transcendent ground of everything in a world that doesn't think that way anymore."2020-03-0327 minThinking Faith: Catholic PodcastPodcast Crossover - The Kyle Heimann Show with Dr. Brett Salkeld - Why Transubstantiation?This week the Thinking Faith Catholic podcast features an interview with Dr. Brett Salkeld on Redeemer Radio's Kyle Heiman Show. Topic of the day: Why Transubstantiation? Snippet from the show: "We need to think more about what it is to be Catholics who believe in God as the transcendent ground of everything in a world that doesn't think that way anymore."2020-03-0327 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic Podcast#populationisnottheproblem - Part 1Perhaps you heard of that letter from 11000 scientists that was released as 2019 drew to a close? Among the points made, did you notice the one about the need for population control? Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash take the population question head-on and create a new hashtag with the bold claim that #populationisnottheproblem in part one of two, this week on Thinking Faith!2020-01-0733 minThinking Faith: The Catholic Podcast#populationisnottheproblem - Part 1Perhaps you heard of that letter from 11000 scientists that was released as 2019 drew to a close? Among the points made, did you notice the one about the need for population control? Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash take the population question head-on and create a new hashtag with the bold claim that #populationisnottheproblem in part one of two, this week on Thinking Faith!2020-01-0733 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastResisting Throwaway Culture with Dr. Charlie Camosy - Part 3In this part three of four Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash sit down with Dr. Charlie Camosy of Fordham University to discuss issues of sex and sexuality, reproductive biotechnologies and abortion. They'll examine the ways our throwaway culture affects our approaches to these issues and examine how the principles of a consistent life ethic can lead us to healthier approaches and discussions. Resistance may not always be futile, this week on Thinking Faith!2019-10-1548 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastResisting Throwaway Culture with Dr. Charlie Camosy - Part 3In this part three of four Dr. Brett Salkeld and Deacon Eric Gurash sit down with Dr. Charlie Camosy of Fordham University to discuss issues of sex and sexuality, reproductive biotechnologies and abortion. They'll examine the ways our throwaway culture affects our approaches to these issues and examine how the principles of a consistent life ethic can lead us to healthier approaches and discussions. Resistance may not always be futile, this week on Thinking Faith!2019-10-1548 min
Thinking Faith: Catholic PodcastTF07: Purgatory - Is That Still A Thing?Just in time for the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls, Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the concept of Purgatory. Is it still a thing? Why would we need teaching on such a thing? Why do Catholics think praying for the dead is so important? If the question about what happens when we die has ever entered your brain, you won't want to miss this!2016-11-0125 minThinking Faith: The Catholic PodcastTF07: Purgatory - Is That Still A Thing?Just in time for the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls, Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld discuss the concept of Purgatory. Is it still a thing? Why would we need teaching on such a thing? Why do Catholics think praying for the dead is so important? If the question about what happens when we die has ever entered your brain, you won't want to miss this!2016-11-0125 min