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Deacon Mark Campbell is spearheading an event in August to celebrate the year of St. Joseph by bringing together people from across the Diocese for a Consecration to St. Joseph. He joins me today to discuss the event and why he is being called to this work. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Monc...

We are all called to spread the Gospel and evangelize to those around us. Patrick Schmadeke, the Director of Evangelization for the Diocese of Davenport, joins me to discuss how we can do that in our own 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 Now with Chris Magruder an...

The book "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission" is one of the best Christian books I have ever read. It is written for all Christians living in the 21st century. It was authored by Monsignor James Shea and his team at the University of Mary, and I was honored to have him on the show to discuss this important work. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr....

The Voice of the Iowa Hawkeyes and keynote speaker for this year's Iowa Catholic Men's Conference, Gary Dolphin, joins me to discuss his Catholic faith and the impact it has made throughout his 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 with Chris Magruder and Julie Nel...

Passing on the faith to our children is one of the most important responsibilities we have as parents. After going through the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd training program I am convinced it is the one of the best tools available in helping children understand the most important aspects of our faith. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe...

In his homily on Good Friday, Bishop Zinkula of the Diocese of Davenport, preached on how Satan operates, and how that is manifesting itself in the world today. He joins me today to dive deeper into that subject and explore how we can resist evil, and turn towards the good. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish wit...

With Lent behind us, and the Easter celebration continuing for the next month, I thought it worthwhile to reflect on the gains made during Lent and how to continue those into the Easter season. 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 -...

The breakdown of local communities is one of the greatest threats to our world in the 21st century. Tim Carney, a resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, is the author of "Alienated America" which builds on the work of Robert Putnam, Charles Murray and others, and shows the importance of social capital and the negative consequences in America of a continued disintegration of our loca...

The breakdown of local communities is one of the greatest threats to our world in the 21st century. Tim Carney, a resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, is the author of "Alienated America" which builds on the work of Robert Putnam, Charles Murray and others, and shows the importance of social capital and the negative consequences in America of a continued disintegration of our loca...

Troops of St. George is an awesome Catholic organization helping to form boys into men of virtue. My son and I joined as soon as he turned six last year. Brian Squibbs is on the leadership team at TSG, and joins me to discuss the organization and the great work they are doing around the country. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not...

Best selling author Mike Aquilina joins me to discuss his newest book "St. Joseph and His World". 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 Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulos - Sunday Dive with Ka...

It is the year of St. Joseph, it is the month of St. Joseph, and Fr. Don Calloway's book "The Consecration to St. Joseph" has been the #1 Catholic book on the market for the past year. No better time to have him on to talk about the head of the Holy Family. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Monc...

With the season of Lent starting last Wednesday, I explore the wisdom of these days through many of the great minds of 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 William Joensen - Man Up! with J...

Tim and Brayden from the Harvest Academy in Des Moines join me to discuss the life changing work they are doing there. It is a truly incredible organization and we are blessed to now have them in the area. 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 Jul...

After decades of drinking, Brian Sweeney almost chose alcohol over his family. He joins me on the show to discuss how he overcame his addiction to alcohol, and the difference it has made in his 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 with Chris Magruder and Julie Nel...

Part 2 of the discussion with Bud Marr we had the week of MLK day and the anniversary of the Roe vs. Wade decision. The discussion ranges from trying to realize MLK's dream for society, and the how the pro-life cause fits into our founders' vision of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not...

On Inauguration Day, I was asked to fill in on the Uncommon Good show. Given the events of that day, along with MLK Day on Monday, and the anniversary of the Roe vs. Wade decision on Friday, we had a wide ranging conversation on the American experiment and our continued steps towards the realization of our founders' vision during the formation of this country. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: -...

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 instructs us that our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit, and we should glorify God in our bodies. My friend Ty Flood joins me for a discussion on health and fitness, and our philosophies for working out and eating healthy. 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 - Ca...

Habits are one of the most powerful forces in the world. Good and virtuous habits lead to happiness, fulfillment, and heaven, while bad and sinful habits can lead to depression, addiction and ultimately hell. Let's use this new year as an opportunity to foster positive habits and to rid ourselves of negative ones. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. B...

Katie Patrizio joins me to discuss the biblical "why" behind Christmas. Why did Jesus come to earth? What Scripture references point to His coming? And, what should our response be to it? 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...

Fr. Mark McGeary is great man with a great story. His journey to the Priesthood is one we can all learn a lot from. Here is the second episode of our conversation on his vocation 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 Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making I...

Fr. Mark McGeary is great man with a great story. His journey to the Priesthood is one we can all learn a lot from. I am excited to have him on for two episodes to talk about responding to God's call in our 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 with Chris Magruder...

In order to get the most spiritually out of Christmas, we must have an intentional Advent. Put together a roadmap for increasing opportunities for silence and prayer, as well as for reducing noise and distractions. 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 Magrude...

As God continues to be pushed out of the public sphere in America, I wanted to reflect on the origins of our national day of Thanksgiving, and turn our attention back to Him this Thursday. 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...

From COVID, to racial tensions in the U.S., to the election and more, we have all experienced a lot this year. I wanted to take some time to reflect on the events of the past 11 months, and how we can be better because of 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...