The Christian Circle

In this episode, Pamela talks to Karl Erickson about why Mass is sacred. He talks about: -The do's and don't at Mass -Why we need to be reverent? -15 things we shouldn't do during Mass -How we can gently correct people with a casual attitude towards the Church.

In this episode, Charles tells us about St. Francis of Assisi He explains: -St Francis of Assisi's ability to love -His vow of poverty -His boldness for Christ -His legacy of radical love

In this episode, Pamela talks to Jeannie Ewing about Marian Apparitions. Jeannie answers questions about: What is the significance of Mary's appearance? What are the most significant/recognized apparitions? Has science supported them? What do we do knowing everything that we do about her appearances?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about The Stations of the Cross. He explains: -What they are? -Why they are done and the significance of meditating on the Lord's Passion? -How to pray them? -What are indulgences and why the stations of the cross are so powerful

In this episode, Pamela talks to Tom Peterson, author of combing Back Home about Confession and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He explains: -Why we need confession? -What are the main reasons we don't confess? -How to handle the obstacles to confession? -What is the fruit of this practice?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Caitlin Kim about the Blessed Sacrament. She explains: -What is the Blessed Sacrament? -What to do in front of the Blessed Sacrament? -How to handle distractions? -What is the fruit of this practice? -How to bring children to Adoration?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Vinita Hampton Wright about preparing before lent. She explains: -As what does my soul need? -What do I truly desire? -What about my life makes you happy Lord?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. John Paul II. He explains: -How the Pope was the right man for the job at the right time -His role in bringing down the Iron Curtain -Why he insisted on preserving human dignity -What we can learn from his prayer life, his devotion to Mary and his ability to forgive.

In this episode, Pamela talks to Christopher about the 7 seven myths about marriage. He explains: -Why cohabitation breaks down relationships -How couples should work through their differences -Why couples who work through their crisis moments come out stronger -What to do when you're in an unhappy marriage?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Michele about the best tips for a Covenant Marriage. She explains: -Why say sorry -How to pray and go to mass together -Use date night to remember why you fell in love -Pray before Sex -Communicate -Christ is always there -Don't compare yourself to others.

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about All Saints Day And All Soul's Day. He explains: -How these days came into being -The reason we need to be purified before God -Why we pray for souls -How Halloween is related to All Saints Day

In this episode, Dr. Peter Howard tells us why we should pray the rosary. He explains: -What is the rosary? -The miracles that have taken place with the rosary -How the rosary is a spiritual weapon -Why you must make it a part of your daily life.

In this episode, Dr. Matthew A. Tsakanikas talks to us about the discipleship of Mary. He talks about: -Mary's difficult life -Mary as the new Eve -Mary as the Ark of the Covenant -The meaning of the rosary and her apparitions

In this episode, Matthew Peaslee talks to us about building a vibrant parish. He talks about: -Evangelizing at the heart of vibrant parishes -Getting out of our comfort zones -Finding new ways to meet with the community You can find him on Twitter @thempeas and at the website: http://www.pittsburghcatholic.org/

In this episode, Patti Maguire talks to us about what building a vibrant parish involves. She talks about: -What a vibrant parish looks like -How we need to get out of our comfort zones -How God maybe calling us to do things in our parish. You can find her on Twitter @PattiArmstrong and on her website: http://www.pattimaguirearmstrong.com/

In this episode, Charles talks about Mother Teresa and -How she received her call within a call? -Why she reached out to so many poor? -How we can imitate her and be the arms and feet of Jesus -What can we do in our own parishes? Charles blogs for ‘Now that I’m catholic.wordpress.com’. He is on twitter: https://twitter.com/now_catholic

In this episode, Pamela talks to Pat Gohn, author, catechist, editor and podcast host of Among Women Podcast. She gives us her personal tips on prayer: -Making an appointment with God -Keeping your Bible close -Praying with a spouse -Turning off social media while praying -Praying with children and teenagers. You can find her at https://PatGohn.net and on twitter: @PatGohn

In this episode, Pamela talks to Michael Skinner, creator of the Men of Virtue Rosary. he talks to us about: -Why males are spiritual role models? -How important is it for us to pray together -The five virtues that men have - How the family is important for the progress of the Church You can find out more about Michael Skinner on Twitter @ https://twitter.com/_MenofVirtue or his website at https:/...

In this episode, Pamela talks to Bridget Costello about the Common Qualities of Pious Families that Produced Saints : -What role does a family play in shaping saints. -What are the seven qualities that families can develop to produce saints? -How important is family prayer? -Why the Rosary is such a powerful tool? -How faith and love can be caught and not taught!

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. Alphonsus Liguori and his work in the field of moral theology He explains: -How Alphonsus turned to God after he lost his first case as a lawyer. -His teachings on a loving God -The stages of sin -Differences between mortal and venial sin

In this episode, Pamela talks to Christina Montes about attending spiritual retreats. She explains: -What happens at a retreat? -What you can hope to achieve at a retreat? -How to pick a retreat? -When must you go on one? -How to prepare?

In this post, Pamela talks to Kelli Mahoney about the steps to overcome temptation. She explains: -How avoiding temptation is key -Why having spiritual friends is important -When you need to seek help -Why you must pray for your temptations -And that you must forgive yourself

In this post, Pamela talks to Fr. Christian Raab (O.S.B) about the ten steps to discern vocations. He explains: -How God calls us -The freedom we have to choose -That vocation is a gift -Why prayer is essential -Why we need to trust God and take that first step

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. Thomas Aquinas and his huge body of work in the field of theology He explains: -How Thomas became a great thinker. -The evidence of science supporting the existence of God -The mystical visions St. Thomas Aquinas received -Where and how you can read St. Thomas Aquinas' work.

In this post, Pamela talks to Tim Glemkowski about the mistakes people make while discerning their vocations. He explains: -The process of overthinking -The need to work with a spiritual director -How much time one must spend discerning -Why prayer is important for discernment?