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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...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. tackle the awesome topic of "wisdom" ...the gift sought for, attained, and then lost by King Solomon.  Wisdom in its many forms are discussed but, especially that Wisdom that only comes from above, which must be preceded by "fear of the Lord" and which finds its ultimate fullfilment in the cros...

Cohosts: Mr. Ryan Buller, O.P.; Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discess one of the bright stars of the Dominican Order - St. Thomas Aquinas. Get ready to learn even more about this beloved saint! 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 &...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss one of the most interesting and extraordinary saints who ever lived - St. Vincent Ferrer, O.P.  Many people haven't heard of him and most people don't know much about him.  Find out why this "Angel of the Judgement" is so spectacular and hear speculations as to why many Christians do not...

Cohosts: Mr. Mike Richard, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. talk with a special guest,  Faye Drobnic, about the sacredness of the Triduum - a single liturgical celebration lasting for 3 days - from Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday vespers!  You will want to listen to Faye share her wisdom and knowledge about the history and meaning of this celebration of the Passion, Death, & Resurrection of ou...

CoHosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the awesome and free gift from God known as Grace!  Describing grace from its multifaceted manifestations and sharing some examples as well as how to prepare to receive grace are just some highlights of this episode. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and fami...

CoHosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the Sorrowful Mysteries.  You will definitely benefit from the deeper meditations and insighful applications of all 5 mysteries which are shared in this episode! 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 yo...

Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. share information and the blessings or this Jubilee of St. Thomas Aquinas.  This episode airs on March 7th, 2024 - the 750th Anniversary of St. Thomas's death.  This anniversary falls in the middle of the Jubilee which ends on January 28, 2025 - the Feast of St. Thomas and his 800th Birthday (it began last July 18, 2023 on the 700th Anniversa...

CoHosts: Mrs. Lynn Raia, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda discuss Sacred Art and witness to its impact on their lives and encouraging us all to embrace and promote the beauty of traditional, sacred art. 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...

Mr. Ted Broussard, Candidate, Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. follow up with a discussion on Heaven and Hell to complete the 2 part series on "The 4 Last Things".  Whether you heard the first episode on Death and Judgement or not, you will not want to miss this discussion on the importance of keeping in mind our final destination! Thank you for listening! We hope you’l...

It is always a great time to consider the 4 Last Things but, especially during Lent and at the beginning of a new year for Studium to Studio.  Enjoy this discussion as Mr. Mike Richard, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the importance of preparing for our own death which must include considering our judgement and hear their witness to near death experiences and the s...