The Catholic Canuck Podcast

Robert LeBlanc drops by to talk about why Lenten Missions are important to our spiritual lives, especially during these challenging times. Slow down from the every day distractions of life and take time to let Jesus speak to your soul! Reset and renew your commitment to our Lord. This Lent, Robert will be leading an exciting 7 part Virtual Lenten Mission each Tuesday evening from February 16 - Mar...

We were blessed to be joined by author, speaker, and radio host Allan Smith, who joined us to talk about Venerable Archbishop Fulton J Sheen and the importance of his works for our world today. Allan has a number of valuable resources on Fulton Sheen Websites: Bishop Sheen Today - bishopsheentoday.com - Videos, audio, free downloads, and books among other things Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Mission...

The Brevity of Life is the topic of this episode as we talk about the the reality of how short and precious every day of our life is. We also reflect on a meditation from Thomas a Kempis' book The Imitation of Christ, the fiery crash and miraculous survival of a Formula 1 driver, an inspiring country music tune from a few years back, and a neat story about Kobe Bryant that you may not have heard....

Matthew Arnold from Virgin Most Powerful Radio and host of the live podcast No Nonsense Catholic joined us to talk about many different topics included his journey of faith as a convert, being a witness of our faith in word and action, and the need for reverence and piety to return to our Church today. Lots of great information packed into this conversation! Where to find Matthew Arnold: Virgin Mo...

We were blessed to have Robert LeBlanc from Catholic Moment drop by to chat with us about what our world truly needs: A reset for our soul and re-focus on Jesus Christ. Scripture Referenced: II Corinthians 5:17-21 Stories of Our Lady of Fatima - www.ewtn.com/fatima Follow Robert's work at Catholic Moment: www.catholicmoment.ca YouTube: Catholic Moment Facebook: Catholic Moment Twitter: @CatholicMo...

The virtue of Chastity is the main theme of this episode. We take an excerpt from the book called "Forty Dreams of St. John Bosco" and the importance of Confession and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Saints. References to the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) 2345 - Chastity The Moral Virtue 2346 - Charity the Form of All Virtues 2347 - The Virtue of Chastity Blossoms in F...

Dr. Ryan Topping from Newman Theological College joins us to talk about and define Christian Leisure and the importance of having this right order in our lives. Catechism of The Catholic Church (CCC) Referenced CCC 2184 - The Institution of the Lord's Day, Adequate Rest. & Leisure Dr Ryan's Conversion Story and Appearance on ETWN's Journey Home - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSnMcSHCU3E&amp...

Blessed to be joined by one of the youngest elected officials in Alberta to talk about political life in the public square and the challenges posed to Catholics and other people of goodwill to participate and be heard in this environment. I Timothy 4:11 - Encouragement for youth to live a life of faith and virtue. The show continues on social media! Follow, Like, & Share The Catholic Canuck Po...

We talk about the rich traditions of the Catholic Church surrounding Advent. The 4 Last Things, the Holy Souls in Purgatory, and the amazing story of St Boniface and the profoundly Catholic origins of the Christmas Tree. Great sermon on St Boniface and the History of The Christmas Tree from our friends at Sensus Fidelium - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtaC1N9UeEI Matthew 1 & 2 - The Birth o...

Blessed to have our brother in Christ in Nate Coehoorn join us! After a standout 4 season stint as Wide Receiver with the University of Calgary Dinos that included 3 Canada West All star nods, Nate was a 1st round draft pick of the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League in 2011 and spent 6 stellar seasons with the flagship franchise highlighted by winning the 2015 Grey Cup. Now retired a...

Blessed to have Tony LaGrange chat with us about a variety of topics in the Church today. We discuss how business is going in the time of the virus, the importance of beautiful art and architecture in our churches, the gift that children with special needs are to families and the world (both Tony and I are blessed to be fathers to these special and beautiful children), and the importance of moving...

We talk about the Church's understanding of Guardian Angels in this episode and reference the Catechism and Scripture to reinforce this ancient dogma. References to The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) & Scripture is below: CCC #336 - Angels are lifelong protectors and intercessors for mankind CCC #330 - Angels are purely spiritual creatures.... Exodus 14:19 - Angel protects The Israelit...

Come with an open heart and your listening ears! Blessed to have Mattea Merta from Campaign Life Coalition (CLC) join us to provide some straight talk on the Christian response to the myriad of lies and corruption in our world today. We talk about Mattea's journey of faith and career to where she is stationed today with CLC and other projects. We also cover the injustices around the recent US elec...

Blessed to have Father Kris Schmidt join us to talk about a very important issue in the Church today and that is what is a dispensation from a Catholic's obligation to attending Sunday Mass. There is some valuable information in this episode that will help you understand what a dispensation is and what it means today, in very unique times. References from the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC)...

We discuss Halloween (All Hallows' Eve October 31st) and the spiritual significance of All Saints' Day (November 1st) & All Souls' Day (November 2nd) Scripture References 2 Maccabees 12:38-45 - Judas Maccabeus prays for those who died in battle Revelation 21 - Nothing unclean shall enter Heaven Matthew 5:48 - Jesus urges us t o be perfect as the Heavenly Father is perfect Catechism of the Cath...

Blessing to have Paul Corrigan joins us to talk about GK Chesterton, the Catholic literary giant (both literally & figuratively!) of the 20th Century and the relevance of his words and works today. GK Chesterton on EWTN Television - https://www.ewtn.com/tv/shows/g-k-chesterton-apostle-of-common-sense A handful of memorable quotes. For more visit the website, The Society of Gilbert Keith Cheste...

Blessed to give you a very brief introduction to the life of St. Pio of Pietrelcina (better known a simply Padre Pio), a modern day Saint in the Church and model of virtue and holiness in today's world. It's a very brief snapshot that I hope will get you more interested in his life and the life of other Saints in our Church. Catechism of The Catholic Church 956 I Timothy 2:5 Galatians 6:17 Story o...

Blessing to have Chris Mowery chat with us about his journey of faith and life as a faithful Catholic in the Los Angeles area A few links to some of our points of conversation: Information on the life of St Maximilian & The Militia of the Immaculata - https://missionimmaculata.com Interesting site on the international travels of St John Paul II - https://www.wikiwand.com/en/List_of_pastoral_vi...

Interview with Kyle King and his testimony of Catholic faith through his young adult years, junior football career, and his life now as family man and entrepreneur. Catechism of the Catholic Church - 164 (Walk by Faith, not by sight...) & 165 (Witnesses of Faith) Hebrews 12:1-2 "Pray, hope, and don't worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer." - St Pio of Pietrelcina M...

Show Notes: Great to have Father Kris Schmidt kick off the podcast on this episode with the Catholic Church's position on the Sacrament of Confession. We provide Biblical, spiritual, and practical reasons for this practice in the Church. John 20-19-23 (Jesus' instructions to the apostles retaining/forgiving sins) Catechism of the Catholic Church - 1324 "The Eucharist is the source and summit of th...

Great to have you join us! We're kicking off the Podcast with an introduction to what we're all about and what we're trying to achieve. Some verses mentioned in this episode: Luke 9:23-25 Matthew 19:26 James 5:19-20 The verses referenced are from Didache Bible, Ignatius Bible Edition With Commentaries Based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Highly recommend you get a copy of this edition fo...