Catholic Money Talk

Send us Fan Mail This is a replay of Episode 38.  Once we say "no", we can continue to move towards our yes. But we have to say "no". If this is new to us, it will be one of the hardest things we need to do. But it will yield so much fruit in our lives. Let's start to say "no" to those things that stand in the way of achieving what the Lord is putting before us....

Send us Fan Mail What would our finances look like if we truly believed that everything we have belongs to God? In this introduction to the upcoming four-part series, Catholic Men, Faith and Finances , Paul shares how our faith should shape the way we make financial decisions, work with our spouse, practice generosity, and choose the lifestyle we live. Ultimately, it all comes back to one question...

Send us Fan Mail How do we balance doing our part financially while still trusting God to provide? In this episode, Paul talks about working hard, planning wisely, and making responsible financial decisions while leaving room for God to work in ways we may not expect. We’ll also look at how prayer, contentment, and surrender can help us let go of comparison and trust that God is faithful. Support...

Send us Fan Mail Someday, if we're blessed with a long life, we may find ourselves on the other side of the conversation. We may need help from our own children. In the final episode of the Walking with Our Aging Parents series, Paul talks about having the humility to let our children help, choosing the right people for different responsibilities, and inviting them into our plans before a cri...

Send us Fan Mail Caring for aging parents can bring out the best in a family, but it can also create disagreements, resentment, and difficult decisions. In Part 3 of our Walking with Our Aging Parents series, Paul talks about navigating this season together—working with siblings, communicating well, sharing responsibilities, protecting marriages, and finding support when you don't have siblin...

Send us Fan Mail When aging parents begin to need more help, the worst time to figure everything out is in the middle of an emergency. In Part 2 of our Walking with Our Aging Parents series, Paul talks through the practical steps families can take now—from powers of attorney and health care directives to finances, passwords, important documents, and the Legacy File. Good preparation won't eli...

Send us Fan Mail There comes a moment when you realize your parents aren't taking care of you anymore—you've begun caring for them. It's a transition that few of us are prepared for, bringing difficult emotions, changing family dynamics, and challenging decisions. In Part 1 of this series, Paul shares his family's journey through his father's illness and dementia, along wi...

Send us Fan Mail How healthy are your finances? In this episode, we walk through a simple Financial Wellness Checklist covering budgeting, debt, insurance, estate planning, generosity, and more. Use this practical guide to identify your next financial step and make sure your financial house is in order.  Download your copy of my Free Financial Wellness Checklist Support the show Get in touch with...

Send us Fan Mail This week we revisit one of the most important financial decisions every family faces. We'll walk through how much life insurance you really need, why term life insurance is the best choice, and how having the right coverage is one practical way we fulfill our responsibility to care for the family God has entrusted to us. Whether you're buying life insurance for the firs...

Send us Fan Mail We may take a break from work, routines, and schedules, but we never take a break from our mission as Christians. In this episode, Paul explores what it means to approach vacations through a Catholic lens, seeing every trip as an opportunity to bring Christ's love to our spouse, our family, and every person God places in our path. Before you leave for your next vacation, ask...

Send us Fan Mail Vacations are a gift, but they don't have to become a financial burden. In this episode, Paul discusses how to approach vacations with stewardship, contentment, and intentionality while avoiding the traps of debt, comparison, and the "I deserve this" mindset. Learn practical ways to create meaningful family memories, save money, and enjoy your vacation without bring...

Send us Fan Mail Budgeting doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. In this episode, Paul shares the simplest way to get started with budgeting, drawing from his own story and the practical steps that helped him and his wife finally gain clarity and peace with their finances. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or intimidated by budgeting, this episode will help you take your first confident...

Send us Fan Mail Life is full of seasons that can leave us feeling overwhelmed—job changes, moves, health concerns, caring for aging parents, financial pressure, and countless other uncertainties. In this episode, Paul explores why stress has a way of affecting our finances, marriages, decision-making, and even our faith, and shares practical ways to stay grounded when life feels unstable. Through...

Send us Fan Mail What does it actually look like to teach children generosity and stewardship? In this episode, Paul shares practical and deeply personal stories about teaching kids to tithe, give generously, think beyond themselves, and understand that everything ultimately belongs to God. From anonymous Christmas giving, to bake sales, to a teenage son joyfully giving away his summer earnings, t...

Send us Fan Mail How do you teach kids about money without raising entitled kids? In this episode, Paul shares how his family handles kids’ bank accounts, gift money, savings, debit cards, budgeting, and financial responsibility at different ages. But this conversation goes much deeper than bank accounts. It’s really about stewardship, delayed gratification, work ethic, and gradually preparing chi...

Send us Fan Mail A simple act of obedience can have a ripple effect far beyond what you can see. In this episode, we explore the hidden role of Ananias and the moment that changed everything. What is God asking of you today—and are you willing to say yes, even when it doesn’t make sense? Because your small yes might be part of something much bigger than you realize.  Support the show Get in touch...

Send us Fan Mail If something happened to you tomorrow… would your spouse actually know what to do? Not in theory. Not “they’ll figure it out.” But truly—would they know where everything is, how the bills get paid, and who to call?  In this episode, we walk through one of the most overlooked—but most loving—financial responsibilities you have: getting your life organized so your family isn’t left...

Send us Fan Mail We all know what we should do—but we don’t always do it. In this episode, Paul breaks down why self-control is the real gap between intention and action, especially when it comes to money, faith, and daily life. Learn how self-control is not about restriction, but about freedom—the freedom to choose what leads to peace, generosity, and ultimately Heaven. Plus, practical steps to h...

Send us Fan Mail Most families don’t have a perfect college savings plan—but that doesn’t mean debt is the only option. In this episode, we break down how to figure out what you can actually afford and build a plan to pay for college without student loans. If you want clarity, better decisions, and a path forward, this episode is for you.  Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscripti...

Send us Fan Mail It can feel like life is just one thing after another—when will it finally all work out? Why does it never seem to settle down the way we expect? This Easter, we’re reminded that our “happy ever after” isn’t here—and that changes everything.  Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk

Send us Fan Mail Money shame keeps a lot of us stuck.  The hiding. The avoiding. The feeling that we should be better at this.  But freedom doesn’t start when the debt is gone; it starts when the truth is spoken.  You’re not alone—and it’s not as scary as you think.  Support the show Get in touch with Paul Monthly Subscription to Catholic Money Talk

Send us Fan Mail How should Catholics make financial decisions? In this episode of Catholic Money Talk, Paul shares five simple questions to help you prayerfully discern financial choices through the lens of your faith. Whether you're deciding about a home, a job change, a major purchase, or another financial step, these questions can help you slow down, remove pressure, and seek God’s will f...

Send us Fan Mail Almsgiving is one of the three pillars of Lent, but it is often misunderstood. It’s not just about donating money or giving away what we don’t need. True almsgiving is love expressed in action. In Part 3 of the Catholic Money Talk Lenten series, Paul explores how generosity stretches our hearts and strengthens our trust in God. Through Scripture stories like the widow’s mite, the...

Send us Fan Mail Fasting isn’t about a “win-win” sacrifice — it’s about training the will. In Part 2 of this Lenten series, Paul explores how fasting cleans the lens of the soul, strengthens our prayer, and detaches us from the comforts and attitudes that control us. When the cup is small and the lens is clean, freedom and eventually generosity begin to overflow.  Support the show Get in touch wit...

Send us Fan Mail Lent is our training for a life in pursuit of Heaven—and every training season begins with prayer. In this first episode of a three-part Lenten series, Paul explores why we must “pray first,” how gratitude changes our perspective, and what it means to place 100% of our finances under the Lord’s authority. Through practical stories and real-life moments, learn how ordinary prayer r...