Dr. Tom Curran celebrates the beginning of a new liturgical year and the season of Advent by exploring the concepts of an ‘event’ and family. Tom prays the Immaculate Conception Novena and other applicable Advent prayers.
Nov 30, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by two special Cohosts for a thanksgiving holiday surprise program. Today’s hosts talk about playing a “family” game and reflect on valuable qualities in a future spouse.
Nov 27, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Dr. Tom Curran studies scripture passages about the powerful impact of interceding in prayer for others. Tom prays for families experiencing an unexpected tragedy and reads a message from Bishop Joseph Strickland encouraging the faithful to “consider joining the warrior class.”...
Nov 23, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis ponder getting older and discuss the many misconceptions about death and judgement.
Nov 22, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran reflect on the powerful impact of thoughts and words on a marriage and family. Tom talks about the power to forget and forgive. Kari shares insights from a NDE (near-death experience.)
Nov 19, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Dr. Tom Curran studies scripture passages about God’s call for cooperation through intercessory prayer. Tom contrasts hidden versus active prayer and explores the reality of personal tragedy.
Nov 17, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Dr. Tom Curran studies scripture passages about how God lavishes good things on his people, with and without their efforts. Tom explores the heart of an intercessor and the common obstacles to becoming a fruitful intercessor.
Nov 16, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis contrast two scenarios of death: quick and painless vs. happy and prepared. Today’s hosts share testimonies of praying with those near death.
Nov 15, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss Conversation Starters for Date Night by Focus on the Family . Tom and Kari testify to their own selfishness in marriage and share insights to help other couples grow their relationship with God.
Nov 12, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Dr. Tom Curran teaches parents how to lead a family Rosary and how to give correction to kids who resist prayer. Tom gives tips for creating space and time to pray well as a family in many stages of life.
Nov 11, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Dr. Tom Curran answers the question: “What should I say to God in prayer?” Tom teaches 10 sentences to say in prayer to grow in a personal and profound relationship with the Lord.
Nov 10, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Dr. Tom Curran ponders the questions: “Do I prefer health over illness? Or, riches over poverty?” Tom talks about the concept of docility and shares insights about the Basilica of St. John Lateran.
Nov 09, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to explore eschatological themes: death, judgement, Heaven, and hell; as referenced in the Catechism of the Catholic Church .
Nov 08, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran celebrate a special birthday, discuss some Catholic practices gaining popularity among non-Catholic Christians, reference Live No Lies by John Mark Comer and testify to the distraction of technology.
Nov 05, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Dr. Tom Curran prays for souls who are “near to death, but far from God” and recites a poem by Robert Frost. Tom continues to reflect on topics, such as: contemplation, death, eternity, the crowd of witnesses, the meaning of life and more!
Nov 02, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to discuss the Feasts of All Saints and All Souls. Today’s hosts discuss hot topics, such as: Heaven, hell, souls, saints, demons, perfection and more.
Nov 01, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran discuss the celebration of All Hallows’ Eve. Tom talks about the “scariest part” of trick-or-treating (for large families.) Kari ponders the theme of life and death; after attending a recent funeral.
Oct 29, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Dr. Tom Curran proposes a path towards healing among the divided faithful regarding protocols and treatments. Tom talks about the power of experience and gives tips for productive dialogue for divided families, friends and communities.
Oct 28, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Joe Ader, Executive Director of Family Promise of Spokane , to discuss the reality of family homelessness during the current economic condition. Joe shares testimonies of families seeking help from Family Promise and the power of relationships.
Oct 27, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Dr. Tom Curran prays for listeners discerning decisions related to current mandates and addresses the demonic influence causing division among family members. Tom reads a letter from Bishop Athanasius Schneider and gives some encouragement for those feeling isolated or confused.
Oct 21, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Dr. Tom Curran continues to reflect on the three stages of the spiritual life, as referenced in the Gospel of Mark. Tom explores the spirituality of concupiscence and some remedies against the temptation toward sin.
Oct 19, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Dr. Tom Curran is joined by Monday Cohosts Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis to reveal how they individually prepare for their Sunday homilies. Later in the program, today's hosts reflect on a few quotes from St. Teresa of Jesus.
Oct 18, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran announce their new mission to help families. Tom talks about the importance of compatibility and complementarity in marriage. Kari references a blog post: What to Look for in a Wife by Sam Guzman. (The Catholic Gentleman)
Oct 15, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Dr. Tom Curran continues to reflect on the purgative and illuminative stages of the spiritual journey, as referenced in the Gospel of Mark . Tom gives several practical examples of how to purge from comfort and explores the "Dark Night of the Senses."
Oct 13, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Dr. Tom Curran begins to reflect on three stages of one's spiritual journey; as referenced in scripture passages from the Gospel of Mark about the “young man:” Mk 10:17-31 , Mk 14: 51 , and Mk 16: 5 .
Oct 13, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis read quotes by Pope St. John XXIII and share insights from his life and papacy.
Oct 11, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Dr. Tom and Kari Curran ponder St. Augustine’s insights on the restless heart and contrast stewardship vs. desperate devotion. The Currans share stories about the hour of mercy, hiking in the dark, hosting a party, dwelling in the past, and wasting time.
Oct 08, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Dr. Tom Curran celebrates today’s feast by praying the Rosary with listeners. Join Tom in meditating on the five Luminous Mysteries and offering up intentions prompted by the Holy Spirit.
Oct 07, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Dr. Tom Curran continues to reflect on what’s at-stake in these moments in time: the Elijah moment, the Benedict moment, and the Joseph moment. Tom talks about the nature of goodness, truth, beauty and freedom.
Oct 06, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Dr. Tom Curran reflects on what’s at-stake in the game of life and shares insights from St. Thomas Aquinas about resistance. Tom gives daily examples of passivity vs. activity and talks about the impact of “learning how to learn.”
Oct 05, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 42
