Open-Heart Spirituality
Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean discuss the beauty of a vulnerable heart and the importance of turning our brokenness over to God to allow Him to do great work.
Episodes
Catholic Stuff You Should Know
A lighthearted exploration of various prominent and obscure Catholic topics.
Episodes
CSYSK Live from Lisbon
Sleep deprived Fr Sean and Dcn Jacob recount their experience of World Youth Day, and share their reflections on the week spent leading their parish group on pilgrimage to Lisbon.
The Knight of the Woeful Figure
This week Fr. Mike and Fr. John welcome their priest friend Fr. Joe McGill from Scotland for a conversation on the Catholic vision expressed in Cervantes' Don Quixote - as well as Fr. Mike's tattoo.
Harmonies
This week Fr. Mike and Dcn. Jacob wax poetically about chaos and order. In context of the Companions own self reflections, they discuss the interplay of stability and uncertainty, and the important harmonies of life that allow for healthy growth and adventure.
A Night Chapp under the Stars
The four hosts join together for a discussion on Larry Chapp's Confessions of a Catholic Worker: Our Moment of Christian Witness - the focus of this year's Companion's Summer Conference.
Dare We Hope that Balthasar is a Heretic?
Fr. John passionately talks with Fr. Sean about two common misinterpretations made against Balthasar.
Vacation Stuff You Should Know
In the midst of summer, Fr. Sean and Dcn. Jacob discuss the purpose of vacation and offer some practical suggestions on how to enter into a time of true rest.
The Odyssey and The Rule
Fr. John uses a classic piece of literature, "The Odyssey", to give future dating advice to his new goddaughter, Penelope. Fr. John and Dcn. Jacob discuss the restlessness of the human heart found within all of us but specifically found in men.
Laurus
Fr. Mike and Fr. John talk about the essence of three well-known pilgrimage sites and how we can journey on them in our own personal prayer life.
Marriage on Mission
Fr. Mike and Deacon Jacob take us back to where it all began... the book of Genesis. The two discuss marriage, the beauty and complexity found within the vocation and the war on marriage.
You've Got a Friend In Me
Fr. Sean and Fr. John discuss the importance of having friendships in our lives and with the Trinity. The conversation is structured around Aristotle's three degrees of friendship.
Could Artificial Intelligence Have Named This Episode Better?
Dcn. Jacob has been hard at work preparing to lead the discussion on this week's topic: Artificial Intelligence. Tune in to hear Dcn. Jacob, Fr. John, and Fr. Sean discuss their opinions and thoughts on AI and its impressive yet alarming capabilities.
Tetragrammaton Revisited
In this episode, Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean discuss the Tetragrammaton, the four letter name of God in Hebrew. They remind us of the reverence and importance that lies within His name and to be cognizant of when and how we use Jesus' name.
Order Up
Dcn. Jacob and Fr. Sean discuss how not all knowledge is equal and that there is a proper ordering of knowledge. They are concerned with showing that the material and technological sciences do not supersede ethical, moral or theological truth.
Don’t Forget Your Biscuits
Fr. John reminisces with Fr. Mike on an experience he had hiking Little Bear Peak, one of the most challenging 14ers in Colorado. This experience along with many others has inspired Fr. John to write a book this summer giving the perspective of how a person can rebuild a Christian worldview and rediscover God and themselves in the backcountry.
The King Animal in the Animal Kingdom
Inspired by David Attenborough's animal documentaries, Fr. Mike muses with Dcn. Jacob about how cultures, nations, and families use animals to represent their core ideals. Ultimately they discuss how the Lamb is a symbol of the Christian.
Leaf by Niggle
This week's episode is inspired by Fr. John's recent feat of completing the Grand Traverse. Fr. John uses J.R.R Tolkien's essay, Leaf by Niggle, to share a beautiful reflection with Fr. Sean on his experience of the Grand Traverse.
Power and Authority
This week's topic is inspired by the writings of political philosopher, Augusto Del Noce. Fr. John & Dcn. Jacob discuss the dangers and consequences that are a result of living in a culture that has mistaken authority for power.
Death, Where Is Your Sting?
In wake of the recent death of Fr. Mike's grandmother, Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean discuss grieving the passing of our loved ones.
He Is Risen
Fr. Sean presents the liturgies of the Paschal Triduum and Dcn. Jacob keeps trying to derail him by talking about the joy of the resurrection.
Baby Jesus and the Altar
In this episode, Fr. Mike and Fr. John offer a unique perspective on contemplating Jesus as He enters His Passion.
Don’t Stop Believing, Hold Onto That Promise
Fr. Mike & Deacon Jacob talk about life lessons learned on their annual hut trip, putting trust in God, and the necessity of perseverance in the life of a Christian.
Instant Gratification and Silence
Fr. John and Fr. Sean discuss the importance of making room for silence in our lives and homes, forcing us to reflect on our life and aiding us to see the face of God.
CSYSKSYSC: Catholic Stuff and Art
Fr. John & Deacon Jaacob discuss three of Christopher Nolan's films, Inception, Interstellar and Tenet and present the good that can be gleaned from secular art viewed from a Christian perspective.
Fast Ninja, Prayer Ninja, Alms Ninja
This week Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean continue the conversation on lent. They discuss the ways in which our penances and fasting can contribute to fighting the war against evil and ultimately benefiting the world as a whole.
Lent Me Your Ear
Fr. Sean is joined by recently ordained Deacon Jacob in this week's podcast. The two discuss how to enter into lent and the scripture readings that we will read throughout the liturgical season of lent.
Eucharistic Revival
Fr. John and Fr. Mike are joined by The Most Reverend Bishop Andrew Cozzens, the Bishop of the Diocese of Crookston, Minnesota. Bishop Cozzens also serves as the chairman of the National Eucharistic Revival. Our special guest and the hosts discuss the three-year initiative and the mission of renewing the Church's encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist. For more information on the National Eucharistic Revival visit: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org...
Saint Rev Mr Dcn Epaphras of the Colossians
Fr. Mike and soon to be Dcn. Jacob, discuss the little known and oft forgotten Deacon Epaphras who served the Colossians. Fr. Mike invites Jacob to take the description St. Paul gives of Epaphras as the model for his diaconal ministry.
Timshel
Fr. John and Fr. Sean discuss the importance of reading classical literature, the impact that can have on our thoughts and how God reveals himself through narrative.
Can WE Build the City of God?
Fr. John and Jacob use the writings of CS Lewis and St. Augustine to discuss the true relationship between love and worship.