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This is our second episode of the Heroic Fatherhood series with Dr. John Bishop, who recently launched a new apostolate (Forge) that equips men with the tools they need to be great husbands and fathers. Learn more at www.myforge.org. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now...

Today is the first episode in our "Heroic Fatherhood" series. We will spend the next few months exploring the subject of fatherhood, the need for heroic fathers today, and what makes a great father. Dr. John Bishop is the perfect man to start with, as he has just launched a new apostolate (Forge) that equips men with the tools they need to be great husbands and fathers. Learn more at www.myforge.o...

Bear Woznick is a World Champion surfer, certified ninja black belt, and host of EWTN's Deep Adventure radio program, in his new book "12 Rules for Manliness: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?" he sheds light on the problems facing men in society today, and lays out a plan to help men learn how to develop a proper personal creed, and then define themselves by the hardships they endure in pursuit of...

With the 300th episode in the books, I wanted take a look back over the past 7 years and reflect on the genesis of the show, and some of the great guests who have joined us over the years. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Makin...

With the 300th episode in the books, I wanted take a look back over the past 7 years and reflect on the genesis of the show, and some of the great guests who have joined us over the years. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Makin...

Deacon Mark Campbell's story to the deaconate is one we can all learn from. It was a series of many small steps that led to a life of service to the Church. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop Willia...

The Paschal Triduum is the holiest and shortest season in the liturgical calendar. Fr. P.J. McManus joins the show to discuss the Triduum and how we can best enter into these holy days leading up to Easter. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Ju...

At the Lyceum Movement's recent "Festival of Ideas", they hosted an essay contest to explore the idea of "self-care" vs. "self-love". Adam Storey was one of the finalists and I thought it worthwhile to explore the topic further with him. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women...

Bishop Robert Barron delivered an incredible commencement address to the graduating seniors at Hillsdale College this past May. I thought his main points worthy of consideration to all of us regardless of where we are at in our lives. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women No...

Dan Donaldson is a leader at the Catholic Men's Leadership Alliance, whose goal is to help Catholic men in every diocese claim, or rediscover a relationship with Jesus Christ. They are doing incredible work in men's ministry and we should all be utilizing the tools and resources they have put together. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe -...

The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) was developed to help businesses maximize their potential. I believe the foundational principles of EOS can be used in our own life to become the men we want to be. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and J...

No matter what stage we are at in life, finding time daily to sit quietly with the Lord should be a top priority. I came across two separate readings recently that spoke to this and wanted to share them. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie...

Just back from our 2023 family trip and many of the topics we touch on regularly were on display: family, faith, friends, the great outdoors, and more. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joe...

I had the opportunity to speak at the Des Moines "Young Catholics Network" event last week. I thought the questions they prepared were very good, and worth taking an episode to explore in greater detail. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie...

"Woe to you if you do not succeed in defending life." - Pope John Paul II. These words inspired Jimmy Becker into action. The fruit of which is Biking for Babies, an organization whose goal is to spread the Gospel and defend life. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now wi...

I recently dove into a few of the most famous dystopian novels of the twentieth century. As many of their predictions have come to take root in society, I think there are some takeaways, and warnings, that we as Christian men can learn from these great authors. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian...

Don Cameron's life in the Catholic faith has been a series of plateaus moving from one truth to the next in a journey to understand the individual beatitudes of the Catholic faith, and became an ardent student of Catholicism. Throughout that journey he has experienced setbacks, both physical and spiritual, but has kept his joy and sense of humor, even in the midst of life's greatest trials. Iowa C...

Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, NE joins me again to discuss his time with John Senior in the IHP and why the program was so effective at awakening wonder, and changing hearts and minds. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making...

There are many stories of conversion through the work of John Senior and the Integrated Humanities Program. Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, NE is one of them. He joins me for two episodes to discuss his time in the IHP and why it was so effective at awakening wonder, and changing hearts and minds. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be N...

John Senior (1923-1999) was as a professor of the humanities and man passionate about helping people to rediscover realism. As a professor during the 1960s, Dr. Senior sought to help his students in their search for meaning through an education in the great books. Dr. Senior's scholarship has served to restore the poetic mode which has greatly influenced all of the Western World. He is the author...

John Senior (1923-1999) was as a professor of the humanities and man passionate about helping people to rediscover realism. As a professor during the 1960s, Dr. Senior sought to help his students in their search for meaning through an education in the great books. Dr. Senior's scholarship has served to restore the poetic mode which has greatly influenced all of the Western World. He is the author...

Jordan Montgomery is a performance coach and keynote speaker whose clients include business executives, sales organizations, and entrepreneurs. He is also a devoted Christian whose faith plays an important part of his story. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chr...

Jordan Montgomery is a performance coach and keynote speaker whose clients include business executives, sales organizations, and entrepreneurs. He is also a devoted Christian whose faith plays an important part of his story. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chr...

Vatican II is one of the most pivotal events to happen in the history of the Catholic Church. Our friend Monsignor Larry Beeson happened to have a front row seat at it, and joins me today to discuss his first hand account. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris...

Dann Aungst is Certified Addiction Counselor, speaker, author, and a recovering sex addict. He is the founder of the "Road to Purity" program which is in a partnership with the Des Moines Diocese. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson...