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The main crew is back in action today as we discuss Saint Kateri Tekakwitha (Michael eventually figures out how to pronounce this.) We also cover the 250th birthday of the United States, and the battle zone of fireworks which ensued. Join us to learn more about this amazing saint, who exhibits the kind of courage we as men should strive to attain. katerishrine.org St. Kateri Tekakwitha at USCCB Se...

The guys welcome a special guest this episode: Fr. Garett Burns from the Vocations office of the Diocese of Wichita - and also the About Four O'Clock podcast. You won't even believe just how blessed our Diocese is in priestly vocations! There may also be some subtle baseball jabs, but it's okay - they're deserved. About4.org  | The About 4 O'Clock podcast. Send us Fan Mail...

This week, Micah Taylor joins the gang to talk about the Knights of Columbus. Micah is the Grand Knight of the Knights at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Wichita, Kansas. Also covered are the joys of summer, from heat to music to the dulcet tones of a teenager's new bass setup... no, not the classical instrument. The Knights of Columbus St. Thomas Aquinas Knights of Columbus Send us Fan...

A special guest joins us this week: Chief Master Sergeant Justin Betterton. We talk about getting into summer and the importance of remembering the sacrifices of those soldiers and others who put themselves in harm's way for our protection. We also talk about military chaplains and what they do, and who they are - special mention of Venerable Emil Kapaun included, the epitome of a military ch...

This week the three of us delve deeper into the example who is St. Joseph. We may also delve deeper into the end of the school year, proms, and finals, and more - oh joy! Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

It's just Fr. Will and Michael this week as Curtis spends time in high school sports heaven - sure, that's what it is. We talk about St. Catherine of Siena, who is a fantastic role model for men when it comes to spiritual strength and influence. Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

In this episode, the guys talk about the Gospel of Mark, and Mark himself. Along with just a smidge of baseball team bashing, it's a great overview of the most direct and succinct gospel of Jesus Christ. Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

This week, Special Guest Fr. Seth Arnold joins the podcast as a designated runner for Fr. Will (which reduces the baseball content a little). It’s the foundational topic of our faith, and we explore it with support from St. Thomas Aquinas and the Summa Theologica.  Also, look into the Kansas Camino: https://frkapaun.org/pilgrimage/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast...

A really fun exploration of the different special masses and events of Holy Week as we approach the triumphant victory of the Resurrection! There's also talk of pi - for the engineers out there. 1)    Man Fully Alive ( https://catholicdioceseofwichita.org/event/catholic-mens-conference/ ) 2)    Kansas Camino ( https://frkapaun.org/pilgrimage/ ) Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O&a...

A special guest this episode with AJ Wilson, one of the coordinators of the Catholic Men's Conference (Man Fully Alive) in Wichita, Kansas. The guys talk this week about that and also the importance of Lent to Catholic Men.  Man Fully Alive Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

One of the oldest prayer traditions of the Church, this week the guys talk about the Liturgy of the Hours. This beautiful devotion is just the ticket for men as we head into Lent (or anytime). Oh, and baseball season is upon us - Fr. Will is happy to say the least. Online Resources: 1)    https://divineoffice.org   In addition to including prayers for all hours of the day, this free site also prov...

This week, the guys are back as the normal cast and talking about the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple (Candlemas) - but not before reminiscing about the recent March for Life and all the good the Lord made of it.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

A special guest joins the team today as a sub for Curtis - Jens Beverungen, a seminarian from Germany! Welcome, Jens! The talk is about the March for Life, an annual event in the US and state capitols to advocate for the end of abortion and the respect of all life, from conception to natural death. It's an amazing cause, foundational to our Catholic beliefs, and a great experience for the stu...

Happy New Year! It's Season 2 of the Serviam Deo podcast - and with it comes new challenges. You'll hear a few skips in the audio this week, and we're sorry for it. New tech inbound which hopefully fixes that. We're talking about the Epiphany of the Lord this week, and dive beyond gift giving. St. Thomas Aquinas / Summa, Third Part , Q 36: The manifestation of the newly born Ch...

This show the gentlemen (but are they really?) talk about Christmas and some traditions and favorite things. They also go a little in depth on St. Stephen, the protomartyr of the Church and first deacon whose feast day is December 26th. Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

This week the guys talk about the story - the fact - of St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin and the Tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe. They also talk a little on Advent and Christmas and a little known web store named for a river system in South America. A Concise Documentary of the Miraculous Aspects of Our Lady of Guadalupe The Beautiful Musical Melody Hidden Within Our Lady of Guadalupe's Image Se...

This week, all three guys are back in the studio to talk about St. Joseph and his role in the Holy Family and importance to the season of Advent. We also learn about Michael's inability to plan properly for his wedding anniversary. Curtis mentions the St. Andrew Christmas Novena - here's the link to that: St. Andrew’s Christmas Novena ( https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-st-andrew-c...

It's just Fr. Will and Michael this episode, and while only early November, it's somehow almost Christmas. When did Christmas prep start in October? It's just silly. Anyway, after Michael complains about that, it's onto Catholic Apps - the guys go over the general acceptability of using digital resources in our spiritual lives and also do a quick review of a sampling of several...

In this episode, it's just Michael and Curtis, doing their best to not accidentally blaspheme or create a schism.  Do they succeed? Hopefully. They talk Halloween and the phenomenon known as Trunk or Treat, and then talk Saints Simon and Jude - two apostles martyred by being  sawn in half.  Now there's a Halloween costume for you... Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clo...

This week, the guys lament all of their teams being out of the World Series - oh, and also give their thoughts on The Rescue Project by Acts XXIX and Fr. John Riccardo. If you are interested in The Rescue Project, you can find more information at https://www.rescueproject.us .   Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeop...

This episode the guys lean into fall with talk of Octoberfests and baseball disappointments at Michael's expense. Oh, they also talk about the Feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael - Archangels. Enjoy. Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

In this final podcast of the trilogy on Mary, our Blessed Mother, the guys extensively review the scriptural references of Mary's Nativity (or not). But first, they talk about what to do when tragedy happens; where do we place our intentions, and to whom do we turn when it feels like hate has won. Spoiler alert: our Blessed Mother is always there for us. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Abou...

In this episode the guys continue the conversation on the Blessed Virgin Mary, this time focusing on her role as Queen of the Universe. No baseball this week? What? Don't worry, plenty of that on the horizon.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .

In this episode Fr. Will, Curtis and Michael talk about our Blessed Mother, Mary - after telling stories of back-to-school and minor mistruths about seminarians and their back-to-school. On an unfortunate note, we had a technical glitch this week about 26 minutes into the podcast where the audio became corrupted. We'll get that all fixed up before next time. Send us Fan Mail Support the show...

In this episode Michael, Curtis, and Fr. Will (now a full-up co-host of the podcast) talk about the brilliance of the Transfiguration - after talking a little baseball of course. Go Rangers! (Go Yankees! - Fr. Will) The Rescue Project Send us Fan Mail Support the show About Four O'Clock Podcast Send a question or recommend an episode at serviamdeopodcast@gmail.com .