Thinking Faith: The Catholic Podcast

with Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld•thinkingfaith.libsyn.com

A Catholic podcast brought to you by the Archdiocese of Regina where we attempt to navigate this winding road of faith in Jesus Christ so that we might know him more intimately, love him more profoundly and together serve him more deeply in our daily lives.

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TF10: Taking Your Kids To Mass

This week on Thinking Faith! Eric and Brett discuss the particular challenges we encounter as parents when taking our children to Mass and share some tips and tricks to help make it a positive, faith-filled experience for everyone. Is this even possible or is this meant to be mom and dad's experience of purgatory in the here and now?

Nov 22, 2016•24 min

TF09: What's So Real About Real Presence?

This week Eric and Brett respond to a question asked through Brett's 'Sask-a-Theologian' blog ( https://archregina.sk.ca/blogs/31427 ). Tara writes to ask how best to respond to people who say that Christ’s presence in the Eucharist isn’t real, it’s just symbolic. As a response, we share the famous Hebrew phrase Ba-lo-ney! Ok, that's not exactly Hebrew, nor is it a helpful response with friends and family. You'll have to tune in to find out what we really said about Real Presence!...

Nov 15, 2016•32 min

TF08: What Does The Office Of Pastoral Services Do?

Brett was nowhere to be found so Eric dragged his boss, Bob Kowalchuck into the studio to discuss the Office of Pastoral Services. With the Archdiocese of Regina's 17th Annual Bishop's Appeal underway, this is a great time to find out the amazing ministries, services and evangelization efforts your support makes possible!

Nov 08, 2016•30 min

TF07: 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!

Nov 01, 2016•25 min

TF06: Permanent Deacons In The Catholic Church

Brett coordinates the Permanent Diaconate Program for the Archdiocese of Regina and Eric is currently in formation for the Permanent Diaconate. This topic was a 'no brainer' for both of us! We'll look at the history of the Permanent Diaconate and the role of Permanent Deacons in the Church and in the world. We'll also hear about Eric's experiences in discerning his own call to the Permanent Diaconate and what the formation process has been like so far. Next time your friend asks what a Deacon is...

Oct 25, 2016•31 min

TF05: Catholic Voting

US elections are in full swing dominating the media throughout North America. Locally, we've got a civic election just weeks away. What better time to do a mash-up between two topics one should never bring up at dinner parties - Religion and Politics! This week Brett and Eric discuss what voting with one's conscience means and what Catholics can do when no candidate seems ideal.

Oct 18, 2016•38 min

TF04: World Youth Day Interview with Michelle Braden and Braden Kuntz

This week Brett and Eric introduce you to Michelle Braden and Braden Kuntz (we know...the names confuse us too!) who coordinate the Youth Office for the Archdiocese of Regina. Over the summer, thanks in large part to funding from the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, they had the opportunity to lead several young adults from our Archdiocese on a pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow Poland and they've graciously agreed to tell us al about it!

Oct 11, 2016•45 min

TF03: Why Do We Need Theology Anyway?

We have the Bible, as Catholics, we also have the Catechism and the teaching office of the Church, why do we even need theology at all? If you've ever asked or been asked, "Shouldn't our faith be enough?" You'll love this episode!

Oct 04, 2016•23 min

TF 02: What The Heck Is A Theologian?

You're sitting on a plane and you turn to the woman or the gentleman beside you and, being the polite Christian person you are, ask what they do for a living. Then they tell you they're a theologian and you're left wondering "What kind of job is THAT?" Today Brett and I discuss his own job description and what gifts theologians bring to the Catholic Church and to our Archdiocese. You won't want to miss it!

Sep 27, 2016•19 min

TF 01: What is Theology?

For our very first episode of Thinking Faith, We thought we would look into the language that the Church uses for speaking and thinking about the faith which is 'Theology'. Theology is "Faith seeking understanding" and so, for our debut podcast, in addition to introducing ourselves, we thought we would dispel some of the myths and misconceptions that crop up in our minds even just hearing the word 'theology'. We'll discuss what theology is, how we do it and where theology fits in the life of the...

Sep 20, 2016•19 min

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