The Catholic Couple

Bobby and Katie unpack John 1:1-18 and how to take the heavy theology of the Incarnation personally and apply it to your life. Show notes: The Better Part Book The Better Part App Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith! Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85 Purposelycatholic.com

Bobby and Katie sit down with Mary Grace and Ray Pingoy and discuss St. John Paul II's masterpiece: Theology of the Body, which is a collection of over 135 reflections he gave over a 5 year period.  The main purpose of TOB, how to live it,  and how to teach it to our youth is unpacked along with a beautiful love story of the Pingoy's! Show Notes: Theology of the Body for beginners by Chr...

In honor of Saints Louis and Zelie Martin, Bobby and Katie discuss the importance of marriage and tips on how to keep it strong.  Show notes: Catholic Couple Marriage Meeting Episode Retrouvaille Marriage Help Program Kristina Kader (inspiration for single Christians) Candace Cameron Bure's Podcast where she talks about the moment that she recognized divorce was a "no" from God (thr...

Bobby and Katie discuss the paradox of our faith and how Catholicism is a both/and NOT an either/or faith.  To be holy is to be set apart, not lukewarm in the middle. Show notes: The Strangeness of Truth book What Happens at Mass book Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired...

Bobby and Katie discuss the power of a good story, the hero's journey, and how you can draw out the truths about yourself and others and help your kids and others to do the same.  Show notes:  Bob's Conversion Story on Grounded in Faith The Rescue Project Book of Virtues: A Treasury of Great Moral Stories The Catholic school that uses the discussed model Follow us on Instagram , Facebook...

Happy Father's Day!  Bobby and Katie have a conversation around the impact fathers have on their children, true masculinity, and the important role that faith has as the foundation. Notes: meekerparenting.com Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catho...

Bobby and Katie went into this episode with the intention of unpacking this post from Instagram and it turned into more of an agree to disagree situation.  See who you "side" with in this episode! Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics li...

Bobby and Katie go over the meaning and relevance of the feast day of Pentecost and how to invite and allow the Holy Spirit to work in your everyday life. Books mentioned by Francis Chan: Forgotten God Crazy Love Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Cathol...

Bobby and Katie talk about how some forms of Christianity and Catholicism have been watered down to just being "nice" to others in an effort to conform with the world.  They also unpack the difference between being "nice" and being kind. Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevi...

Bobby and Katie unpack mom guilt and have a genuine conversation about motherhood...flaws and all! Show Notes: Devotional Mentioned Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith! Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify https://linktr...

Katie and Bobby went to a Evangelization Conference/Retreat with Mark Hart as the main presenter.  They unpack what they learned and how to practically evangelize within your own sphere of influence (without being a "weirdo"). Show Notes: Mark Hart Books Altaration Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beaco...

We are in a post-Christian society.  But, let's remember we were meant to be holy, which is to be set apart.  Bobby and Katie unpack some challenges to being a Catholic parent and some positive actions you can take to help your kids become the saints they are called to be! Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Be...

Peter and Judas were both flawed Apostles, but only one is considered a Saint in the Church.  Bobby and Katie analyze these two important characters and go over how to apply their actions to our every day lives. Show Notes: Bishop Sheen on Judas Life of Christ by Bishop Sheen Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beac...

The word "holy" itself means to be set apart.  Bobby and Katie discuss the different days of Holy Week and how to set them apart from just any other day. Show Notes: Kendra Tierney Spy Wednesday activity and family things to do on Good Friday Soul Core Stations of the Cross Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond...

Bobby and Katie had the privilege to interview Bishop Robert McClory, the Bishop of the Diocese of Gary, Indiana.  So many topics were discussed such as a day in the life of a bishop, his vocation story, and the power of small groups. Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired...

Bobby and Katie discuss the Senses of Scripture: the Church's guide on reading the Holy Bible. Show Notes: Excerpt of the Catechism that explains the senses of scripture Katie's Cheat sheet of a "Four Sense Analysis" Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspire...

It's inevitable...the closer you get to God, the more resistance you will experience.  Bobby and Katie unpack typical spiritual attacks and how to maneuver/overcome them. Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith! Listen on:...

Ash Wednesday is three days away!  Bobby and Katie discuss Lent's purpose and how to discern what God may be calling you to do this year.  Notes: The Divine Encounter by Mark Hart Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith! Li...

According to St. John Paul II "the purpose of Catholic Education is the salvation of souls."  Bobby and Katie discuss Catholic Schools Week and the fruits of Catholic Education done right. Show Notes: NCEA Catholic Education Statistics Our Not Quite Holy Family by Mark Hart  Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith! Listen on...

Welcome to Episode 50!!! They say you are what you eat, but Bobby and Katie take it a step further and unpack Philippians 4:8.  Show notes: Chris Stefanick talk on Relativism Book on Relativism Catholic Couple Metanoia Podcasts: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith! Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify http...

In honor of Pope Benedict XVI's passing, Bobby and Katie unpack his famous quote: “The world offers you comfort. But you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.”  Discomfort/growth in the spiritual, physical, financial, and in relationships is discussed. Notes: Anti-Fragile by Father Mike Life is Messy by Matthew Kelly Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don&ap...

Bobby and Katie discuss the "controversial" topic of masculinity, its true definition, and how to live out in the modern culture. Notes: Book mentioned-- Battle Cry Previous Catholic Couple Podcast on  Growth Mindset and YouTube Video on Parenting. Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kev...

New year's resolutions can seem cliche and overwhelming.  Bobby and Katie go over some practical ideas, mantras, practices, and mindsets to take into 2023.   Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith! Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85 Purposelycatholic.com

Bobby and Katie geek out over the upcoming Father Mike's Catechism in a Year that begins January 1, 2023.  They discuss the Catechism's origins, purpose, structure, and how it is anything but boring! Show Notes: Catechism in a Year Green Catechism referenced Bible in a Year Compendium  for the Catechism of the Catholic Church Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired inter...

On this Thanksgiving weekend, Bobby and Katie discuss the spiritual, physical, and mental effects of being grateful. Show Notes: Tony Robbins Gratitude Exercise and YouTube Article on the 137 Studies linking positive thought to positive health Article on the 31 Benefits of Gratitude Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share! Beyond T...