The Truth Unplugged Podcast

Text us a question now! Did you know our parish history actually starts before we even had a church building? In this episode, Kayli and Fr. Tim sit down with Beth Mulqueen, our Coordinator of Parish & Community Relations, who has been a part of St. Clare since day one.  Tune in as Beth shares hilarious and heartwarming behind-the-scenes stories of planting our parish from scratch, back when S...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, Fr. Tim and Kayli are excited to welcome two special guests from the St. Clare parish community, pilots Brad Heydt and Bryan Lea! This week, the four take a unique look at faith from 30,000 feet, well...not really in the air, but you get the point! They discuss Confirmation preparation from several aspects, and explore how the journey of preparing fo...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, Fr. Tim and Kayli are excited to welcome two special guests, Jessica Mirth and Cheryl Base from the St. Clare Admin team! This week, Fr. Tim, Kayli, Jessica and Cheryl take you behind the scenes of what it’s like to work at a church, as well as some of the inner workings of St. Clare of Assisi in Acworth, GA. You’ll also have a chance to learn about...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, Fr. Tim and Kayli are excited to welcome a special guest, Megan Buckley, the Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation at St. Clare! This week, Fr. Tim, Kayli, and Megan dive into their personal coming-of-age moments and the unique virtues learned during uncertain seasons of life, while Megan shares the story behind her confirmation saint. While this epis...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, Fr. Tim and Kayli are happy to welcome their very first guest of the season: Susan Baker, the Director of Faith Formation at St. Clare! Together, the trio dives into some big news about upcoming changes to the Confirmation age and grade, which can be essential info for families navigating this upcoming milestone. But it’s not all logistics; they also...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, Fr. Tim and Kayli sit down to share the stories behind their own Confirmation saints, break down the actual process of how someone becomes a canonized saint in the Church, and chat about a few other fascinating holy figures who inspire them. Along the way, they dive into some great reflections on faith, the Church, and everyday life. Check out these...

Text us a question now! In this special episode of TTU, we say a dear farewell to Nicole as she steps away from the mic, and welcome Kayli, as she fills Nicole's shoes as our new co-host with Fr. Tim. You'll also get a sneak peak with what's to come next season! Fr. Tim's One Thing: Echelon Bike Nicole's One Thing: Undone: Freeing Your Feminine Heart from the Knots of Fear...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, we welcome a special guest, John O'Sullivan, who's a pretty funny guy. We talk about the dangers of sentimentality, whether or not IVF is ever ethical, the holidays, and lots more. This is a fun episode, make sure to tune in!  Fr. Tim's One Thing - Card Shuffler John's One Thing - Setting alarms on your phone to remember to pray t...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, we talk all about Advent, waiting to celebrate Christmas, and what/how/why to practice discernment. Spoiler alert, Nicole and Fr. Tim do not agree and battle it out in real time. We hope you're ready to feel convicted!  Fr. Tim's One Thing - Skyjo Nicole's One Thing - These crackers Text us a question here: (https://www.buzzsprout.com/...

Text us a question now! Happy Thanksgiving! In this episode of TTU, we welcome back a special guest, Fr. Michael Revak, former co-host of this podcast, to share some life updates. We spend a lot of time talking about why people are coming back to the Church, how to deal with family around the holidays, our thoughts on AI, Advent, and priest raves at cathedrals. This is the perfect episode to liste...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, we welcome a special guest, Colleen Witt, who is one of the original parishioners of St. Clare. She shares her testimony of how CREDO changed her life and we talk about her story, purgatory, and answer listener submitted questions, including one on the SSPX. Fr. Tim's One Thing - Dreo Fans Colleen's One Thing - St. Bridget 7 Prayers Nicole&...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, we're talking about marriage! From married priests, annulments, why it's a sacrament, cohabitation, and more, we cover it all. Don't miss this episode whether you've been married 1 year or 75 years (or none!).  We would love to answer your questions about whatever you want to know! Send us a question (or two) via our email at podc...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, we welcome a special guest, Megan Buckley, who is a new member of our faith formation staff. She shares with us what her mission life was like in Ireland with NET Ministries and we talk about cremation, required prayer for priests, and lots of other things.  We would love to answer your questions about whatever you want to know! Send us a question (o...

Text us a question now! In this episode, we're spilling our most "based" takes as we welcome our special guests, Avi and Adrien. From tithing to men crying, we're spilling our thoughts on some hot button takes. This is not an episode you'll want to miss! We would love to answer your questions about whatever you want to know! Send us a question (or two) via our email at pod...

Text us a question now! It's the seasonal episode on confession, but this time with Fr. Starr. We talk about making a good examination of conscience, priests remembering sins told in confession, what makes a confession valid or "good", and a lot more. Tune in for all the inside details!  We would love to answer your questions about whatever you want to know! Send us a question (or t...

Text us a question now! In this episode, we welcome back special guest, Susan Baker, to talk about her testimony, suffering, and the entrance of hope. This is an episode you don't want to miss!  Susan's recommendation for feeling convicted: The Screwtape Letters We would love to answer your questions about whatever you want to know! Send us a question (or two) via our email at podcast@st...

Text us a question now! In this episode of TTU, we talk all about prayer -- praying when life is busy, forms of prayer, ad orientum, and lots more. If you've been having a tough time with prayer lately (welcome to being human), then this episode is going to resonate. We would love to answer your questions about whatever you want to know! Send us a question (or two) via our email at podcast@st...

Text us a question now! In this episode, we welcome two special guests, Dr. Peter Attridge from Holy Family Counseling and Fr. Branson Hipp, chaplain at the Georgia Tech Catholic Center. Join us as we talk about anxiety, loneliness, community, and lots of other things!  Fr. Branson's rec for feeling convicted: Dante's Inferno Peter's rec for feeling convicted: The Calling of St. Mat...

Text us a question now! We're back for season 2! In our season premiere, we talk about the changes to this new season, introduce our new co-host, and get to know him better (with a heavy dose of canon law). This episode is a fun one you don't want to miss! Fr. Starr's recommended reading for conviction: St. John Newman's Passion Discourse Fr. Starr's vocation story We woul...

Text us a question now! In this week's episode, we eat some very spicy wings while answering questions. It's definitely funnier to watch it than it was to experience it - check it out on YouTube (@stclareacworth). We talk about the Pope, whether people are born gay, how to talk to friends who have left the Catholic Church, first memories of each other, and more! That's a wrap on sea...

Text us a question now! In this week's episode, we welcome a special guest Susan Baker, youth minister of 19 years and fellow St. Clare staff member. We talk about whether Catholics should donate their organs, discuss if aliens are real, talk about dating in middle and high school, and lots more. This episode is a fun one you don't want to miss! Our season is wrapping up next week, but w...

Text us a question now! Thanks for tuning in! In this episode, we go into deep discussion on the topic of God's omnipotence, how God's will and free will combine, and how the existence of evil fits into all of that. We answer the age-old question of "Are Christians allowed to have tattoos", talk a lot about Holy Week, and more.  Our first season will wrap in TWO WEEKS, and we w...

Text us a question now! Thanks for tuning in! In this episode, we are discussing the potential of a trend towards Orthodoxy in the younger members of the Church and Vatican II. We also talk about the Sign of the Cross, why Fr. Michael doesn't wear a dress, and lots more. We hope you enjoy the ride. Our first season will wrap in late April, and we want your spiciest questions to answer for our...

Text us a question now! Thanks for listening to our "ridiculous show"! In this episode, we focus on discussing receiving communion at Easter with fallen away Catholic family and what receiving communion worthily looks like. We also talk about bringing up misuse of God's name in the workplace, our favorite and least favorite hymns, relics in altars, and lots more. We hope you enjoy!...

Text us a question now! Thanks for listening! As Fr. Michael says, "This is such a ridiculous show." In this episode, we talk over personal & private devotions, Vatican conspiracies, and advise how to encourage husbands to lead their families in matters of faith. We do address the rumors that Fr. Michael may be copying Fr. Mike Schmitz from Ascension Press and swap Friday Lenten meal...