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This is a recording of the Annual Disputation of the St. Albert the Great Lay Dominican Fraternity! Following up on a previous episode about the importance of the Domincan tradition of "Disputatio" as a way of debating in a clear and charitable manner, we are releasing a special episode where we recorded our actual, annual disputation. MC'ing is Dr. Charles Richard, O.P. and debatin...

Cohosts: Ms. Becky See, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. share some final thoughts about having read "The Dialogue of St. Catherine of Siena" and encourage others to explore and read this great mystical writing by a Doctor of the Church. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursd...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss how, "The ultimate act of love is to surrender your will to another and to will the good of another." What sounds easy isn't always and you'll want to hear the Biblical and practical examples offered in this episode! Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your...

Cohosts: Mr. Ted Broussard, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P., KC*HS and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P., DC*HS discuss the history of how the devaluation of life has evolved. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Thank you to our show sponsor Stine Home & Yard ! Listen to us on Christ Our King Radio - Cath...

Studium to Studio cohosts, Jeff and Cheryl, have special guests in the studio: JP and Peggy Hebert who will share information about an ancient order charged with the protection of Christians in the Holy Land - the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. It still exists after over a thousand years and you can find out more about its history, current mission, and who the knights and dam...

Cohosts: Mr. Kevin Fontenot, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P., and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. discuss how we have always known that sin darkens the mind and now science show how repeated vices can carve patterns into the neurologicial pathway. The Sacrament of Confession floods us with grace and science shows that it also helps to actually rewire those neurons and direct their path to virtue via reflecti...

Cohosts: Mr. Matthew Mayer, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the "School of Salamanca" - a 17th century movement which ignited many humanitarian ideas, including defending the rights of the indigenous, largely prompted and supported by Thomistic theology that was taught at the University in Salamance located in Spain. Thank you for listening! We hope you’l...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss a few of the many Dominican scientists that have helped to advanced the knowledge and progress of the natural sciences such as biology, chemistry, geology, astronomy and more. Listen to find out which Dominican priest discovered and wrote proofs for the mechanics of a rainbow in the early 14th century - l...

Cohosts: Mr. Dustin Stout (Candidate), Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss study and devotion. Are they companions or rivals? The chapter titled, "Eat the Book!" from Fr. Paul Murray, OP's book, The New Wine of Diminican Spirituality: A Drink Called Happiness . Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New e...

Cohosts: Mr. Kevin Fontenot (Candidate), Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss formation in general - especially how content matters. Kevin also shares his conversion and formation experience as a Lay Dominican. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Thank you to our show sponso...

Cohosts: Ms. Jessica Sanders, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the power of praying the Rosary and how they often pray in different ways. They share ideas, as well, for praying the Holy Rosary with more intention such as ways of going deeper and even finding links between the different mysteries. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with yo...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P., and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss the epic autobiography of the great Church Father, St. Augustine. If you haven't read his "Confessions" recently, you certainly will want to after hearing this! Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursda...

Cohosts: Dr. Charles Richard, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P., KCHS, and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P., DCHS, discuss arguably the most accurate portrayal of Cajun culture in the movie, "Belizaire the Cajun." As a renowned professor who focuses his research and work on all things Cajun, Dr. Richard shares fascinating information and historical background which you won't want to miss! Thank y...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. discuss Pope Leo XIV's 1st Encyclical, "Magnifica Humanis" - sharing the highlights, the warnings, and the action items for all who believe in Christ Jesus.  We need to be aware of the dignity of every human and always remember that only man was made in the image of God! Thank you for listening! We...

Cohosts: Ms. Jessica Sanders, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. discuss the responsibility and privilege of education. As a teacher for over 20 years, Jessica offers insights about education - including wisdom from the Bible and from some Dominican saints. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, ever...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss how, the way you "keep the Lord's Day holy" truly reveals where your heart lies. They discuss examples and tips for how to follow the 3rd Commandment and possibly the reason why the 4th Commandmant follows. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and fa...

Cohosts: Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. have a special guest, Mr. Hugh Prats, who is a member of the Legion of Mary. The month of May is a great time to highlight devotions to our Blessed Mother! Hugh shares the fascinating history and the apostolic mission of the largest lay organization in the Catholic Church, The Legion of Mary. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a...

Cohosts: Mr. Duston Stout (Inquirer), Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. talk about the importance of continuing to celebrate Easter throughout the entire season (all 50 days)! Discover how to keep your heart in the joy of the Resurrection, why the English word  for the season doesn't help, and hear Duston sing a few parts of inspiring seasonal chants as a bonus! Thank you for...

Cohosts: Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss how amazing God is by sending saints - such as St. Catherine of Siena - and giving them the grace to accomplish magnanimous tasks such as restoring the papacy to Rome and inspiring others to "...be what God meant them to be so that they can set the world on fire!" The only lay person to be declared a doctor of the Church...

Cohosts: Dr. Ryan Buller, O.P., Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. and Mr. Ted Broussard, O.P. discuss the importance of liturgy especially within the context of Holy Mass. They consider differing views and thoughts on how to bring unity out of what seems to currently be a very divisive topic with legitimate concerns on both sides of the discussion. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to s...

Cohosts: Dr. Michael Totaro, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. enjoy having special guest, Fr. Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P in the studio. Fr. Aquinas is currently a professor of Graduate Theology and University Chaplain and Vice President of Ministry and Mission at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.  He is a native of Carencro, Louisiana and returned here to give the Lenten Mission at ou...

Cohosts: Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss with special guest, Fr. James Martin Nobles, O.P. how architecture can help draw our hearts and minds to God. In Part 2, Fr. Nobles focuses more on the bounty of Catholic faith and beauty right here in Louisiana! Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, eve...

Cohosts: Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. discuss with special guest, Fr. James Martin Nobles, O.P. how architecture can help draw our hearts and minds to God. Fr. Nobles gives some beautiful insights having recently returned from a pilgrimage to Rome where he made a "visio divina" prayer tour.  Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your fr...

Cohosts: Mr. Ted Broussard, O.P., Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P discuss Modernism - defining it in the context of writings of Popes and theologians, such as St. Pope Pius X and presenting it's problematic fruits as a cautionary tale. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with your friends and family!   New episodes weekly, every Thursday at 4pm! Th...

Special guest, Fr. Romanus Cessario, O.P. joins cohosts, Mr. Jeff Drozda, O.P. and Mrs. Cheryl Drozda, O.P. to share his wisdom about the Sacraments of the Church. Fr. Romanus is a prolific author and has written about this, and many other subjects. Fr. Romanus currently teaches philosophy and theology at Ave Maria University. Thank you for listening! We hope you’ll take a moment to share with you...