The Catholic Couple

On this special Mother's Day episode of The Catholic Couple, Bobby sits down and interviews Katie and her friend Angelica on the ups and downs, joys and struggles of motherhood. Website discussed on this week's episode: formed.org Don't forget to give us a 5 star review and subscribe! Follow us on youtube , instagram , and facebook . Email us: thecatholiccouplepodcast@gmail.com Beyo...

In lieu of Bobby's recent conversion story, Bobby and Katie address that conversion is ongoing and never-ending.   Both of them would not be the Catholics they are today without the tremendous influence of certain Catholic individuals.  Speakers, authors, priests, and even a comedian make the list of those who have helped shape and solidify their faith.  In this episode, Bobby and Katie make...

Bob calls himself the "Convert Catholic". But what does that mean, really?  Converted from what? In this honest and raw episode, Bob opens up about his transformation from "basically a damned hedonist" to the man of "The Catholic Couple".  Some books mentioned in this episode: Rediscovering Catholicism by Matthew Kelly (see Bob for one...he has like 10 copies!!) Pract...

In this episode of the Catholic Couple, Bobby and Katie sit down with  Lorenza Jara Pastrick, Principal of Bishop Noll Institute in Hammond, Indiana. Topics addressed: finding balance between faith and prudence when making tough decisions how Bishop Noll was able to stay open to in-person learning for this whole school year and keep all students and staff safe how Lorenza and her team made the tou...

In the conclusion of the 3 part series on "Metanoia" (to change your mind to think more like God), Bobby and Katie sit down with Katie's cousin, Jessica, who is a licensed school social-worker.   Topics addressed on this episode: growth mindset vs. fixed mindset self talk how to talk to your kids strategies to help yourself and children  why breathing is important practicing the pre...

In Part 2 of "Metanoia" (to change your mind to think more like God), Bobby and Katie discuss what it means to think like Jesus thinks. 9 Practical ways to think more like Christ: Identity Purpose You are Not Alone Dialogue with God Comparison with Others Surrender Forgiveness Generosity Saturated in Truth Books, songs, and other media addressed on this episode: I AM by Chris Stefanick-...

Bobby and Katie begin a 3 part series on thinking.  Metanoia is a Greek word that simply means to change one's mind.  We are called as Christians to think as God thinks, to have the mind of Christ.  In this episode, Bobby and Katie discuss the importance of thinking about your thoughts, mindset, weeding out the negative, and self talk.   Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspire...

This week Bobby and Katie go over what they are doing to start the year off right: focusing on intentionality and self-mastery with Jesus at the center.  They talk about plans and new year's resolutions that give a jump-start to Lent. Show Notes: The Bible in One Year Podcast with Father Mike: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-in-a-year-with-fr-mike-schmitz/id1539568321 Life in...

Listen to hear Avery (7) and Brayden (4) ask Father Eduardo questions about God, heaven, angels, and prayers in this sweet bonus episode.  https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85 Purposelycatholic.com

Bobby and Katie have their first guest, Father Eduardo Malagon, to talk about Spiritual Warfare.  Fr. Eduardo is the pastor of St. Casimir Church and All Saints Church in North Hammond, Indiana.   Topics discussed: What is Spiritual Warfare? How is evil still happening if Jesus defeated it? Equipping yourself for "combat" Ghosts/Hauntings and what is REALLY behind them P.S. Keep an eye o...

Bobby goes to his first Latin Mass and has some thoughts on the both/and principle of Catholicism.  Also, Katie and Bobby discuss their move to a new parish as well. Show notes: Guidance if attending a Latin Mass for the first time: https://onepeterfive.com/suggestions-for-those-new-to-the-latin-mass/ St. John Cantius Church:  https://www.cantius.org/ Bobby and Katie's New Parish: https://www...

This week Bobby and Katie continue their discussion on Catholicism in modern culture.  They go back and forth between TV, movies, music, and books and discuss ways to find Catholic teaching within them.  The best question to ask:  is this cultivating more vice or virtue within me? The Catholic Couple Email: thecatholiccouplepodcast@gmail.com Show notes from discussion: Down To Earth with Zac Efron...

We're back!  After a few months of travel and family time, Bobby and Katie recap their time together and attempt to touch on some things going on in pop culture.  Katie thought she was going to play a game....but Bobby had something different in mind! Show notes: https://www.citymuseum.org/ Good News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dale-schroeder-iowa-man-used-secret-fortune-to-send-strangers-t...

In this episode of The Catholic Couple, Bobby and Katie discuss their first attempt at holding a "marriage meeting" inspired by the book Marriage Meetings for Lasting Love: 30 Minutes a Week to the Relationship You've Always Wanted by Marcia Naomi Berger (link to the book below). The Catholic Couple Email: thecatholiccouplepodcast@gmail.com The meeting agenda from the book: 1.  Show...

This week Bobby and Katie tackle the broad topic of prayer .  Jesus says when you pray...assuming we will...but sometimes it isn't easy and sometimes can be dry.  Prayer is a relationship and is as simple as "talking to God"--which is actually how their 7 year old, Avery describes it when she crashes the podcast ! Show notes: 3 S’s - Silence, Solitude, and Slowing down Jesus Prayer:...

In this episode, Bobby and Katie discuss how the quarantine is affecting our kids. Topics include: The new Chosen series The Alpha Program (for more information go to https://alphausa.org) Child-like with Christ How our kids are processing what is happening How it is affecting high school students, especially seniors Lifting soon?? What then? Good News stories! Show notes: New show email: thecatho...

Before you skip this one....Bobby and Katie go over the benefits of fasting both spiritually as well as physically, not just with fasting from food, but also fasting from the things in our lives that might want to pull us away from becoming our best selves. Some points addressed: Spiritual Fasting Discipline=Freedom (yeah, seriously...just listen to the show and see) Who's the Boss?  Me? or M...

This episode we discuss strategies to "cope" and flourish in this weird time.   Topics: ACTS Discipline Importance of Silence/Solitude Home Fitness Less News=More Sanity! Staying in touch--without touching (ZOOM/House Party) Small Businesses How bout these crazy Netlfix shows? Telling people why you love and appreciate them How about we just talk to each other? That Baby Boom, though (y&...

General introductions about who we are and why we started this podcast! Topics covered: Our goal to have fun with faith, family, and friends! Bob's conversion story How we are handling the quaratine and the Corona virus outbreak Good news stories Understanding suffering and the greater good Beyond The Beacon Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith...