Best Keith Nester Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 232 - Little Joey Goes to Mass with Estelle Nester 19:59

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Estelle Nester, author of Little Joey Goes to Mass and Faith Like a Child joins Jim on this week’s podcast. They discuss how helping our kids know the faith can help them navigate tough times and current issues while also helping us know our faith. We need to see the faith through a child's curious eyes Knowing and believing you are a loved child o…

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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity 30:18

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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Jim O'Day's Catholic Conversion 1:32:37

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Jim O'Day is the executive director of Integrity Restored. In this episode, he joins Keith to discuss his spiritual journey from the life of New York nightclubs to discovering the beauty of the Catholic faith. This incredible conversation covers Jim's journey as a husband and father and, eventually, his work in the battle against impurity. Jim's li…

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Episode 231 - The "Personalization" of Porn 15:47

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Jim discusses the frightening trend of customizable, personalized adult content and what it means -- how we can be aware of the changes and what to do about them. Even more time being spent isolating and consuming The fallacy of virtual relationships Potential legal issues

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Pentecost 2025 33:16

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord 21:04

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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The Religious Hippie (Amber Rose) 1:48:49

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Join us for a candid conversation about life, reversion, marriage, and what Gen. Z needs from the Catholic Church. Amber's website: https://the-religious-hippie.square.site/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX7C7Gh0oHVfvj5WKov_5HQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_religious_hippie X: https://x.com/HippieReligious To support the chan…

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6th Sunday in Easter 28:12

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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5th Sunday in Easter 23:11

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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4th Sunday in Easter 26:35

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Some people want Jesus all to themselves. No one can stop Jesus from saving people, except the people themselves. We can either build bridges or create obstacles. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051125.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now availabl…

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Episode 123- JonMarc Grodi- Bringing Converts Home 1:25:17

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JonMarc Grodi joins Keith to discuss his faith journey and ministry to converts. The Coming Home Network https://chnetwork.org/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: Become a supporter and part of Keith's Locals community https://keithnester.locals.com We also have Patreon: https://patreon.com/keithnester Keith's website: https://down2earthm…

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Episode 230 - Charisms in Recovery with Jill Simons 23:47

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In this episode, Jim is joined by Jill Simons, Executive Director of ManyPartsMinistries.com, to explain what charisms are, how do we know what are ours, and why are they important in recovery. Our temptations often illuminate the virtue we need to develop No matter what, we have great value in the eyes and heart of God Transitions in charisms may …

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3rd Sunday in Easter 29:21

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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Episode 229 - Gimme 3 Steps with Jim O'Day 18:05

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In this episode, Jim highlights lesson learned and three steps (ok, maybe a few more) that we can take to boost our recovery. There is no silver bullet to healing Changing vice to virtue is multifaceted We can't do it alone

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Divine Mercy Sunday 32:17

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: He is Risen. Now what? God's Mission for us Persecution comes. Are we ready? The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042725.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP to recei…

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Episode 122- Kyle Whittington 2:07:03

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Kyle Whittington joins Keith to discuss his life and faith journey and why everyone wants to move to Steubenville, Ohio. Kyle's links: @CatholicKyle instagram.com/kylewhittingtonyt https://discord.com/invite/IpsumAudite Catholic Creator Conference: https://catholiccreatorconference.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: Become a supporte…

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Easter Sunday 2025 26:48

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The truth of the resurrection. Lent is Over- what now? Setting your mind on what is above. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042025.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FRE…

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Episode 228 - 5 Steps to Talk About Porn (Re-Broadcast) 16:14

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In this episode, Jim takes you through 5 steps necessary to initiate a conversation with someone you care about regarding porn. Knowledge is key Vulnerability is your friend This is never a one and done conversation

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Palm Sunday 19:30

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The last week of Lent Setting our face like a flint Finishing strong. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041325.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP to receive free…

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Episode 121- The Question about Hell That Made Jewel become Catholic 1:31:23

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Jewel Smith joins Keith to share her incredible story of conversion. Her story will change your life! To support the channel and Keith's ministry: Become a supporter and part of Keith's Locals community: https://keithnester.locals.com We also have Patreon: https://patreon.com/keithnester Keith's website: https://down2earthministry.org/…

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Episode 227 - Ten Commandments to Freedom 25:40

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Ed Van Buskirk, founder of IfUloveme.org and Catholic speaker, joins Jim to discuss how the Ten Commandments are the roadmap to building successful relationships and healing. The Ten Commandments are not a list of NO's but a path of liberation. Relevant to today's society of confusion, these commandments help us live our intended purpose. This is G…

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5th Sunday in Lent 26:28

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: 1. Looking (but not staring) at your past. 2. Pressing on! 3. Go and sin no more. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/040625-YearC.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESH…

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Episode 226 - Tips for The Tough Times with Keith Nester (Re-Broadcast) 24:03

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From Episode 102 with Keith Nester If you are married or in any kind of long term familial relationship, tough times are bound to happen. So often, those tough times or difficult moments can lead to us falling back into negative behaviors and habits. In this episode, Jim and Keith discuss some tips to protect yourself and your loved ones when these…

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4th Sunday in Lent 30:35

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Remembering what God has Done Practicing Radical Obedience Reconciliation- Leaving the Shame Behind. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/033025-YearC.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: …

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Episode 120- Mary Jo Burchard's Catholic Journey to Healing 1:28:53

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Dr. Mary Jo Burchard joins me for one of my all-time favorite conversations on this channel. Mary Jo is married to Kenny Burchard (former protestant pastor), who I recently interviewed. We laughed, we cried. It was awesome. Kenny's interview • Kenny Burchard's Catholic Conversion Mary Jo's Links: https://a.co/d/53HMh6l https://a.co/d/ihyAI3Z https:…

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Episode 225 - Freedom Coaching with Steve Pokorny 26:03

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Jim is joined by Steve Pokorny, founder of Freedom-Coaching.net, to outline their Catholic approach to recovery coaching and how it works. Learn to receive the Father's Love Get to the root and heal it You can't break free while in isolation

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3rd Sunday of Lent 28:22

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: How to be a Good Follower. Desiring Freedom over Slavery. When Laxity Leads to Compromise The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032325-YearC.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW…

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Episode 224 - Love Heals with Sonja Corbitt 19:08

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Sonja Corbitt author of Love Heals joins Jim to discuss how to stop suffering from feelings of fear and unworthiness, with God's Word and principles. Learn more and buy the book here: sonjacorbitt.com Break the identity lies (Mark 12:30) Experience forgiveness (Luke 5: 17-18) Encounter Christ (John 4: 4-42)…

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2nd Sunday of Lent 20:00

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: God reveals himself in his covenants. God keeps His promises. Being blown away by Jesus The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031625.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESH…

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Episode 223 - Victory Resources with Theo McManigal 22:44

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Jim is joined by Theo McManigal to discuss the vast resources available from CovenantEyes.com to help in the recovery journey. Please use promo code INTEGRITY30 for a free 30 day trial. We need to unveil the hidden reasons for porn use Instant fixes are rare - God often asks us to participate in healing Being a lone wolf in recovery is not sustaina…

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Episode 119- Kenny Burchard's Catholic Conversion 2:37:57

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Former Protestant Pastor Kenny Burchard joins me on the show. Kenny has an amazing testimony of faith and his conversion to Catholicism. I know you will love this one! Kenny now works with The Coming Home Network, makes content for YouTube, and writes books. He is awesome! Please enjoy and share this video. Kenny's brand new book on Purgatory: http…

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1st Sunday of Lent 31:36

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Lent begins! The desert is preparation, not punishment. How to respond to temptation. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030925.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP…

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Episode 222 - Self-Mercy with Fr. Sean Byrnes 27:51

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Fr. Sean Byrnes from the Diocese of Wagga Wagga in Australia joins Jim to explore the importance of having mercy on oneself in the midst of the struggle. Self mercy is necessary to receive God's mercy St. Augustine said "a saint is a sinner striving for holiness" Ask the Lord to convince you, that you are more than you think you are…

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8th Sunday in Ordinary Time - March 2, 2025 31:46

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: What your full of spills pout when you’re bumped. How to become a good tree. Cooperating with God’s grace to renew your mind. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030225.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly…

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Episode 221 - The Willpower Advantage Part 2 - Tom Peterson and Dr. Ryan Hanning 16:57

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In this two-part series, Jim is joined by Tom Peterson and Dr. Ryan Hanning to discuss their book The Willpower Advantage. Learn how knowing our weaknesses can lead to growing in virtue. Part 2 Be kind to everyone because we are all fighting such a great battle It's not about " white knuckling" or just saying "NO" Know your temperament through a "s…

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7th Sunday in Ordinary Time - February 23, 2025 21:21

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Loving your enemies. Choosing to be like Adam or Jesus. Giving mercy to get mercy. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022325.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP to r…

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Episode 118 Michael Girgenti: A Grammy Award Winner's Catholic Conversion 1:55:54

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Michael Girgenti is a two-time Grammy-winning producer/songwriter. He plays the role of Judas in the touring live production called "The Thorn." https://thethorn.com/ Michael is also a member of The Rosary Crew. Michael's instagram: instagram.com/michaelgirgenti/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: Become a supporter and part of Keith's lo…

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Episode 220 - The Willpower Advantage Part 1 - with Tom Peterson and Dr. Ryan Hanning 21:54

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In this two-part series, Jim is joined by Tom Peterson and Dr. Ryan Hanning to discuss their book The Willpower Advantage. Learn how knowing our weaknesses can lead to growing in virtue. Part 1 Vices rob us of peace and steal our joy We need to build new habits to gain lasting happiness Create and execute a " gameplan" to overcome struggles…

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6th Sunday in Ordinary Time 30:46

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Trusting God vs. Trusting humans How to point yourself toward God Where Trust in God leads. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021625.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order:https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREES…

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Father Says with Father Allen Hoffa 20:25

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Father Hoffa joins us to explain why it's so important to Stay Awake, Stay Alert, and Stay Alive in our journey towards virtue. Make a choice to be present every day Be aware of the threats coming to you It is not about the bad but about living the good

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5th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2025 26:06

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The call of discipleship. Becoming a better disciple. Leaving it all behind. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020925.cfm Men: Join me for Exodus 90's Advent Challenge!https://get.exodus90.com/keith The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click …

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Episode 218 - Insidious AI with Dr. Josh Kalman 26:16

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Jim is joined by Dr. Josh Kalman, PSYD,PSYPACT to delve into the very dangerous slope of increasing deepfakes and AI-generated adult content and what we can do about it. For more info about Dr. Josh, please visit saintjosephpsych.com More and more people will struggle with differentiating between AI and reality We cannot trust the AI providers to i…

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The Feast of the Presentation 2025 27:33

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The prophecies about Jesus coming into the Temple. Jesus is fully God and fully human Jesus’ presentation leads to our presentation. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020225.cfm Men: Join me for Exodus 90's Advent Challenge! https://get.exodus90.com/keith The Catho…

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Episode 217 - Games to Watch Out For with Deacon John O'Maley 27:14

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Deacon John joins Jim to discuss how we, as parents and grandparents, need to recognize the immediate risks to our children on internet-enabled devices. Fifty-four percent of kids under the age of 13 are exposed to porn on a device or game system from their parents Parents need to be actively engaged in their kids' online gaming habits Make it a ha…

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3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - January 26, 2024 26:25

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: How to have more reverence for God's word. Serving God in the way He created you. Jesus is the Word made flesh. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/012625.cfm Men: Join me for Exodus 90's Advent Challenge! https://get.exodus90.com/keith The Catholic Woodworker Rosary…

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Episode 117- Erica Seelman's Mixed-Marriage Catholic Conversion 1:23:00

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When a Catholic marries a non-Catholic, often there is a desire to convert each other. When Erica met her future husband, she told him there was no way she would convert. God had other plans. I hope you enjoy this interview, Keith To receive a free pocket Rosary Crew Rosary from the Catholic Woodworker, become an ANNUAL supporter on Locals. Our Loc…

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Episode 216 - New Year Restored with Dr. Kleponis and Fr. Hoffa Part 3 of 3 17:44

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What if this New Year we strive for restoration instead of resolutions? Dr. Kleponis and Fr. Hoffa join Jim in this three part series to discuss what that can look like and the practical reasons its important. Part 3 of 3 Don't ask God to take it away. Invite Him into the recovery Restoration is getting back to the relationship we need with God and…

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2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - 01-19-2025 17:56

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: God calls things new. God's gifts build the team. Turning the natural into the supernatural. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011925.cfm Men: Join me for Exodus 90's Advent Challenge! https://get.exodus90.com/keith The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now…

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The Baptism of Jesus - 01-12-2025 18:01

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Why Did Jesus get baptized? What did it mean for Him? What it means for us. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011225.cfm Good Catholic Article: https://www.goodcatholic.com/why-was-jesus-baptized-if-he-was-sinless/ Men: Join me for Exodus 90's Advent Challenge! htt…

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Episode 215 - New Year Restored with Dr. Kleponis and Fr. Hoffa Part 2 of 3 18:54

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What if this New Year we strive for restoration instead of resolutions? Dr. Kleponis and Fr. Hoffa join Jim in this three-part series to discuss what this can look like and offer some practical reasons why this is important. Part 2 of 3 Take an honest inventory of relationships Restoration leads to flourishing Restoration leads to self-understandin…