Studium to Studio

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. discuss Lumen Gentium ("Light to the Nations") aka "The Dogmatic Constitution on the Church".  It is one of four episodes covering the four constitutions generated by the Second Vatican Council.  It is something every Catholic should be familiar with as it addresses "the People of God&quo...

Cohosts: Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and his wife Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the importance of memory and, along with their daughter, Angelica, they share the powerful memory technique called method loci which Dr. Kevin Vost has made accessible in his book, "Memorize the Faith and Most Anything Else" Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss Pelagianism with Mr. Matthew Mayer (Candidate).  This, like many heresies, rears its head even in our modern culture.  Most notably, Pelagianism denies the need for grace.  Listen to this episdode and see how you can understand and explain the problems inherent to this heretical stance and help others to avoid falling for it in an...

Cohosts Ms. Jessica Sanders, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. talk with guests, Emma and Will, who share their testimony of faith and their journey toward the Dominican Life.  What an exciting way to celebrate the Feast of St. Dominic - two young adults with hearts on fire for their faith and ready to carry the torch! Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friend...

Cohosts:  Ms. Becky See, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P., and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss suggestions for improving one's prayer life, including tips that have helped them on their journey. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Thank you to our show sponsor Stine Home & Yard ! Listen to u...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss "Dei Verbum"  - "The Word of God" - which is also known as "The Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation."  This important document from Vatican II gives a wonderful understanding on Sacred Scriptue in the eyes of the Holy Catholic Church.  We will continue to look at other constitutions in futur...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda O.P. discuss the amazing experience Ryan had when he and his wife, Emily, attended the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana.  His powerful testimony of the Holy Spirit moving in the midst of this Eucharistic Revival will give everyone hope and reinvigorate their passion for Our Lord and His Presence...

Cohosts Mr. Ryan Buller, O.P.; Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. discuss St. Louis DeMontfort's "True Devotion" and the importance of the protection of Our Blessed Mother who brings us safely to her Son, Jesus Christ. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Thank you t...

Cohosts: Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the "Apostle to the Apostles" - St. Mary Magdalene.  Find out why she is the Patroness of the Dominican Order, where she went after Jesus' Ascension, where her relics are and even, hopefully, clear up the mystery of who she really is! Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends a...

Cohosts: Dr. Charles Richard, O.P.; Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P.; Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss typology and give examples of Biblical "types" especially Old Testament concepts and persons that prefigure Jesus and Mary. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Thank you...

CoHosts: Ms. Jessica Sanders, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P., and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. answer a question they get from time-to-time, "What does it mean to be a Lay Dominican?"  Jessica is preparing to make her Perpetual Promise - a lifetime commitment to living the Rule of St. Dominic - and felt that it was a good time to share the miriad ways in which living the Dominican charisms prop...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P., along with their guest, Miss Angelica Drozda, discuss "faith-filled time management".  They are all in different phases of life and - while each offers some helpful tips - the focus is not just on practical application.  The emphasis is placed on understanding that our time belongs to God and, as such, even our daily tasks shou...

Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the important endeavor to bring back Classical Education.  What is Classical Education? Why is it important for the future of the world?  For the soul of those you love and the upcoming generations of humans it is very important to understand why we need the "humanities" and why our modern education system...

CoHosts:  Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. tackle the central mystery of our faith: The Incarnation!  What does it mean? Why is understanding  and speaking rightly about it so important? Many saints have spent much of their lives helping to define our understanding of the hypostatic union so we can avoid heresy and misunderstanings - lets take a look at...

Cohosts:  Mr. Wesley Stonicher (Inquirer),  Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss entertainment - such as music and movies - and how to sanctify our leisure time.  This discussion begins the consideration of how to combat a culture that is largely hostile to faith and moral virtues. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!  ...

Special guest: Mr. Alan Phipps, O.P., Vice President and Formation Director for the St. Martin de Porres Province of Lay Dominicans discusses with cohosts: Dr. Charles Richard, O.P. & Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P about the importance of the art of disputation.  In a climate which is rank with false dichotomies and seemingly irreconcilable positions, charitable conversation in search of Truth is a m...

Cohosts: Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and his wife Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the importance of memory and, along with their daughter, Angelica, they share the powerful memory technique called method loci which Dr. Kevin Vost has made accessible in his book, "Memorize the Faith and Most Anything Else" Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!...

Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. discuss the power of going on a retreat, why it is important and the difference between a retreat or pilgrimage and a vacation. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Thank you to our show sponsor Stine Home & Yard ! Liste...

Cohosts:  Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the most sublime mystery of our faith: The Holy Trinity.  Join them as they not only discuss theological concepts and analogies, but also the importance of making this contemplation personal and applying it to your prayer life! Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your frie...

Cohosts: Mr. Mike Richard, O.P.; Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. share the incredible benefits of joining the Rosary Confraternity.  This amazing Dominican Confraternity is available to all who would like to enhance their devotion to our Blessed Mother and who would like to participate in this powerful prayer movement!  (You do not have to be a Dominican) For more information cl...

Cohosts:  Dr. Charles Richard, O.P. & Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. talk with guest Angelica Drozda (Cheryl & Jeff's daughter) about the dangers of putting artificial parameters around science when the Church does not prohibit consideration of evolutionary theories such as Neo-Darwinism.  Angelica spent a year researching the current science and Church teaching on this "very Dominican...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss how critical it is to understand the Queen of Heaven's role as a model for all people, especially Christians.  What are the 3 main qualities of motherhood that model virtues to be cultivated by all?  And, what does chess have to do with this? Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to shar...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P.; Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P.; and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the importance of "Community" - one of the Dominican Order's 4 pillars and relevant to all Christians.  The book, "Caring: A Biblical Theology of Community" by Fr. Thomas Dubay, SM is a great resource (Casa Maria Publishing). Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss epistemology - a fancy way to say that we talk about the importance of understanding how and why we know stuff! Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Thank you to our show sponsor Stine Home & Yard ! L...

Cohosts Ms. Becky See, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P.  discuss the power of the Sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation and they "get real" about their own thoughts and anxieties and provide ways that have helped them overcome and then find joy and peace in this sacrament.  Some suggestions mentioned include preparation such as the 7 Sorrows Rosary and, of course...