Evangelization & the Kerygma
Fr. Sean & Fr. John touch on the different stages of evangelization and discuss the importance and necessity of the first stage, pre-evangelization.
Episodes
Catholic Stuff You Should Know
A lighthearted exploration of various prominent and obscure Catholic topics.
Episodes
The Spirit Within
In this episode Fr. Mike and Dcn. Jacob discuss scriptural commentaries and the prophetic character of Jesus and the Church in the Gospel of Luke and Acts of the Apostles. The conversation was inspired by the biblical scholar Luke Timothy Johnson and one of his books, “Prophetic Jesus, Prophetic Church.”
Eschatology and Utopia
In this thought-provoking podcast, Fr. John proposes the question, "Am I living my Catholic faith in the world as a utopian or an eschatological thinker?". Tune in as he and Fr. Sean discuss the damaging effects of trying to build a utopia within a society and how the real utopia is not of this world.
Fount of Renewal
In light of Dcn. Jacob’s thesis, he and Fr. Mike discuss the renewal within the church and the need for renewal within our own hearts, all in light of the Holy Spirit.
Chastity, Reconsidered
Join Fr. John & Fr. Sean as they discuss the true essence of chastity and the denial needed to achieve it.
Soto Voce Part Two
This episode is a follow-up to the episode “The Quiet Parts." Tune in as Fr. Mike and Dcn. Jacob pick up where they left off last time, discussing the quiet prayers a priest prays during the mass.
A Reflection on Mary
Fr. Sean and Fr. John reflect on Our Lady of Lourdes in light of her feast day coming up. Additionally, they reflect on Mary, Mother of the Eucharist in light of a triptych that Fr. Sean helped make. Tune in to hear about the apparitions at Lourdes as well as the title we give to Mary as Mother of the Eucharist and what these mean for us today.
The Quiet Parts
In this episode Fr. Mike shares the “sotto voce” or quiet (literally, under-voice) prayers that the deacons and priests pray during the Mass. Deacon Jacob and Father Mike discuss how these prayers help their own focused devotional participation at Mass and invite you to consider how you can engage the prayers of the Mass with more preparedness, awareness and devotion.
Sunday Best
In this episode Fr. Sean and Fr. John look at what Sundays ought to look like for a Catholic. Fr. Sean asks the simple question, “What should I wear to Mass on Sunday.” Tune in to hear their thoughts and how you can enter into your Sunday Best.
Cathartic Heresies
In this episode Dcn. Jacob and Fr. Mike discuss the likeness and difference between the self-help movement and the Christian practice of asceticism. Do we still need God, or can we help ourselves?
The Religion of the Day
In this episode Fr. John and Fr. Sean break down the new book by the University of Mary entitled, The Religion of the Day. Seeking to understanding the deeper meaning beneath the phenomenon of the "none," we realize that though secular, they are in fact religious - and that a new form of evangelization is now required.
New Year, Same Us
In this banter heavy episode all four hosts gather to ring in the new year and look back at the last year of the podcast and their lives. It was full of mountains and Marian devotion. There is also a bit of looking ahead to the year to come. It's been a great year and the hosts have loved sharing it with listener land. Listen along to hear some of the lessons they've learned and hopes they have for the future.
As The Roman Eagle Falls...
In this episode Fr. Mike teaches Dcn. Jake the history of Rome's frustrated hopes as they expected an eternal empire full of peace and prosperity that never quite panned out. The hosts invite all of us to wish big and pray for big world changing things because Jesus has come into the world and he is King of the Universe.
Light from Light
Frs. John and Mike discuss Norway, their mild obsession with Bishop Erik Varden and the profound imagery of light and darkness in the Advent and Christmas Season.
The New Cappadocians: An Interview with Fr. Joseph Fessio
In this special episode, Fr. John is joined by special guest Fr. Joseph Fessio. Fr. Fessio shares the story about the founding of Ignatius Press as well as his experiences learning from and being mentored by many incredible and well-known theologians.
Apocalypse Now - Reading The Prophet Daniel in His Historical Context and Today
Fr. Mike and Dcn. Jacob discuss the scriptural genre of apocalyptic literature focusing on the Book of Daniel with its historical context and controversy. They conclude by reflecting on the lessons we can learn from the Prophet Daniel for our current historical moment and as a preparation for Advent anticipation.
A Primer for Unsettled Lay People
In light of recent events and requests on the topic, Fr. John and Fr. Sean offer rules for thinking about Pope Francis, which they also call a "primer for unsettled laymen".
CSYSK Goes to Barbie Land
In this episode, Fr. John and Dcn. Jacob discuss the latest box office hit "Barbie" and the themes and lessons found in the movie.
Rest In Your Mother's Arms
Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean's conversation is inspired by 1 Thessalonians 2:7-19. Fr. Mike talks about viewing the church as our Mother and the virtues and similarities shared between the two.
Bye Bye Sadness My Old Friend
In episode 604, Dcn. Jacob and Fr. Sean talk about St. Thomas' remedies to cope with sadness and sorrow and how to interpret it.
Some Sacristy Prayers
Fr. Mike and Dcn. Jacob walk through the vesting prayers, giving lay people an inside look into the sacristy as the priest and deacon prepare to celebrate mass.
The 14er Finisher
On October 2nd, Fr. John and Fr. Sean accomplished the feat of summiting all 54 14ers in Colorado. Fr. Sean successfully summited all the 14ers and Fr. John has now celebrated mass on top of all 54. In celebration, the two reminisce on stories and experiences from hiking over the years.
An Airplane Conversation with Christopher Dawson
In this week's episode, Fr. John tells Dcn. Jacob about a very interesting conversation he had on an airplane and how it led him to ponder three big questions that we should all be thinking about.
Old Friends
Fr. Mike is joined by special guest and former host of CSYSK, Fr. Michael O’Loughlin. Enjoy their discussion on the traditions and practices found within the Byzantine Catholic Church.
What Makes a Father a Father
Fr. Sean and Fr. Mike discuss the different criteria that an individual must meet in order to be recognized as a doctor or father of the church.
Andrew Kim Taegon and Companions
Fr. Sean and Dcn. Jacob discuss the story of St. Andrew Kim Taegon and the evangelative efforts in the East.
Wrestling with Targums
Fr. Mike teaches Fr. John about Genesis 32, where Jacob wrestles with an angel and changes the world forever.
Run So As To Be Still
Dcn. Jacob and Fr. Mike discuss the apparent paradox of two different scriptures. How can we simultaneously by be still (Exodus 14:14, Psalm 46) while also running so as to win (1 Corinthians 9:24).
A Bride Adorned
Fr. John provides an outline of what to expect from his new book, "A Bride Adorned". Fr. Sean joins him as they discuss the term perichoresis and how Mary and the Church cannot be understood apart from each other.
The Crisis of Faith
Dcn. Jacob and Fr. John discuss the experience of faith throughout different stages of life and the deaths and crises that happen throughout a life of faith.