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Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)

Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)

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Evangelizing to Atheists and Sacramental Prep Requirements

Do you have questions about evangelization and sacramental prep? Dave and Mike answer questions on evangelizing to atheists and what sort of parameters exist for requirements in sacramental prep. Snippet from the Show We need to constantly interject the Kerygma into all of our evangelization. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Dec 14, 202241 min

How to Suffer (with Jeff Cavins)

It can be difficult to see the point of our suffering. Sometimes, it can be an even greater struggle to help someone else through their suffering. Mike and Dave are joined by Jeff Cavins to discuss evangelization, but especially, how to share a message of hope when it comes to suffering. Snippet from the Show To be comforted is to experience Jesus Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 30, 20221h 2m

How to Approach Women’s Ministry (with Jenna Guizar and Beth Davis)

What are some of the keys in doing women’s ministry successfully? To help answer this question, Mike and Dave are joined by Jenna Guizar and Beth Davis from Blessed Is She. Jenna and Beth share about the ministry of Blessed Is She as well as some of the wisdom they have learned in their work. Snippet from the Show "We don’t want the Lord, the Church, or her teachings to feel out of reach for anyone." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 23, 202241 min

Let the Children Come to Me (with Mark Hart)

We cannot underestimate the spiritual depth that youth are capable of. In this episode, Mike is joined by Mark Hart to discuss the importance of bringing youth to the very heart of God. They also discuss Mark’s new study series for high school students: Venture. Snippet from the Show We have a God who loves us so much that he would rather die than spend Eternity without us. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 16, 202254 min

Overcoming Obstacles in Discipleship (with Annie Grandell)

How do we overcome some of the primary obstacles in discipleship? Dave and Mike are joined by Annie Grandell from YDisciple to discuss some of the obstacles in discipling young people and how to overcome them. Snippet from the Show Programs do not make disciples. People make disciples. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 9, 202237 min

The Importance of the Domestic Church (with Adam Minihan and David Niles)

How important is the domestic church? Do we really understand what it is meant to be? Dave VanVickle is joined by guests David Niles and Adam Minihan to discuss these questions as well as their new book Living Beyond Sunday: Making Your Home a Holy Place. Snippet from the Show Faith ought to be experienced primarily in the home. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 2, 202237 min

Go to Mission (Splendor of Truth Part 2)

What is the purpose of freedom? What is the relationship between conscience and truth? In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss these questions as they wrap up their examination of St. John Paul II’s Splendor of Truth. What we can learn from this encyclical can make us better missionaries for Christ. Snippet from the Show We are called solely to live for the glory of God. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 26, 202239 min

Evangelization and the Moral Life (Splendor of Truth Part 1)

Do you struggle to address the moral teachings of the Church in evangelization? The Church’s moral teachings can be the hardest for people to accept. Dave and Mike explain, with the assistance of St. John Paul II, why it is necessary to accept the Church’s moral teachings in order to achieve union with Christ. Snippet from the Show “The moral life is a response to the love that God has already shown us.” We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 19, 202250 min

Knowing Isn’t Enough (Mission of the Redeemer Part 3)

Maybe you know what a missionary should be like, but is that how you live your life? In this episode, Dave and Mike explain what St. John Paul II teaches about missionary activity and spirituality. It isn’t enough to know how mission works. You must actually live it. Snippet from the Show Christ loves the Church and gave himself up for her, so why don’t we? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 12, 202236 min

Use Words (Mission of the Redeemer Part 2)

Are you prepared to proclaim the Gospel with words? In this episode, Dave and Mike share why it is essential that in evangelization, we actually verbalize our witness. They also explain how the Holy Spirit is the primary mover of evangelization. Snippet from the Show If you love Jesus, you are going to share Jesus. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 5, 202244 min

Where Are the Missionaries? (Mission of the Redeemer Part 1)

Did you know that you are called to be a missionary? In this episode, Mike and Dave begin their examination of the document Mission of the Redeemer. They explain the call of every Christian to be a missionary and what that might look like for each of us. Snippet from the Show Every Christian, everyone who has been baptized, is called to be a missionary. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 28, 202250 min

Bonus Episode: Solemnities of the Church with Special Guests

In this special bonus episode, Dave and Mike talk with authors of the new book Solemnities: Celebrating a Tapestry of Divine Beauty. Denis McNamara, Chris Carstens, and Alexis Kutarna share about their new book and how we can more fully celebrate all seventeen solemnities in the Church. Snippet from the Show Intentionally participating in the solemnities can help us to open ourselves up more fully to the graces available. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 21, 202247 min

Don’t Just Teach the Faith ( Redeemer of Man Part 3)

We are not called to just teach the faith. We must profess and live it! Mike and Dave explain how to make evangelization more than just teaching apologetics. They explain how to help people actually find themselves in Christ. Snippet from the Show After helping individuals find themselves in Christ, we need to help society become Christo-centric. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 21, 202257 min

The Individual > Ideas (Redeemer of Man Part 2)

Mike and Dave continue their deep dive into John Paul II’s encyclical Redeemer of Man. How can we help someone know who they are? How essential is evangelization? What has replaced virtue? Find the answers to these and other questions in this week’s episode. Snippet from the Show Anytime you try to change the world without evangelization, it is not going to work. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 14, 202249 min

Why the Incarnation Matters (Redeemer of Man Part 1)

Welcome back! In this season, Mike and Dave are taking us through a masterclass from a master evangelist: St. John Paul II. In this episode, they dive into his encyclical Redeemer of Man. Learn why the Incarnation matters, why evangelism is all about Jesus Christ and why we can’t get caught up in programs and events. Snippet from the Show We should be in awe of what we are in Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 7, 202247 min

How to Do Summers Right in Ministry

How should people in ministry spend their summers? Dave and Mike share ideas on how to structure your summer to best benefit your ministry and your well-being. Snippet from the Show Investing time in your spiritual development is one of the greatest ways to benefit your ministry. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Jun 1, 202237 min

Understanding Anointing of the Sick (with Dr. Roger Nutt)

Who can receive Anointing of the Sick? What does Anointing of the Sick do? Dave and Mike are joined by Dr. Roger Nutt to discuss the purpose and effects of this important sacrament. Dr. Nutt also shares about his new book on this very topic. Snippet from the Show The sacramental life of the Church is meant to prepare us to receive Christ for all Eternity. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

May 25, 202238 min

Listener Emails: From Apologetic Resources to Evangelizing the Socially Uninformed

In this episode, Mike and Dave answer your questions! Some of the questions involve searching for good apologetics resources, looking for clarification on Mary's reaction to the Resurrection, understanding how to evangelize the socially uninformed, and more. Snippet from the Show Human formation really excellerates the adoption of spiritual practices. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

May 18, 202244 min

Unity Through Discipleship (with Fr. Josh Johnson)

How do we pursue unity with people of every nation, race, and tongue? Mike and Dave are joined by Fr. Josh Johnson to talk about how we are called to pursue unity with all people through discipleship and what we can do to accomplish this. Snippet from the Show We are called to pursue unity with all nations through discipleship. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

May 11, 202244 min

Prudence, Morality, and the Contemplative Life (with Fr. Gregory Pine)

How do you define prudence? Better yet, how does prudence work in your life? Mike is joined by Fr. Gregory Pine to discuss the virtue of prudence and its importance in the moral life. Snippet from the Show By the grace of God, prudence is the virtue that allows you to be the protagonist of your own life. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

May 4, 20221h 1m

Youth and Religion Today

What is the state of young people and religion today? A big step in reaching youth today is to understand where they are at. Dr. Josh Packard joins Mike and Dave to share the research around this very question. Snippet from the Show Trust is rebuilt through relationship. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Apr 27, 202251 min

Catholic Morality (with Dr. Matthew Minerd) Part 2

What is the Catholic moral life? In this episode, Mike continues the conversation with guest Dr. Matthew Minerd on all things Catholic morality. Snippet from the Show Humility is seeing your absolute dependence on God without whom you can do nothing. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Apr 20, 20221h 1m

Catholic Morality (with Dr. Matthew Minerd) Part 1

How do you explain Catholic morality? In this episode, Dave and Mike welcome guest Dr. Matthew Minerd to discuss Dr. Minerd’s new book Made by God, Made for God: Catholic Morality Explained. Snippet from the Show The truths of the faith are truths we live. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Apr 13, 202257 min

The Problems with Practical Universalism

What is practical universalism? Dave and Mike explain what practical universalism is and its negative effects on Christianity and the world. With personal experiences and practical steps, they give instruction on how to combat it. Snippet from the Show Practical universalism can only be overcome when we take sin and salvation seriously. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Apr 6, 202239 min

How to Approach Men's Ministry

What are men seeking in their faith? Mike and Dave discuss different ways to approach men's ministry and what men need in ministry. Offering practical advice and some of their own experience, Mike and Dave leave you with some clear steps forward for men's ministry. Snippet from the Show "We are all one act of repentance away from being restored fully to God." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Mar 30, 202231 min

Understanding the Youth Culture

How did our youth culture become what it is today? In this episode, Mike "Gomer" Gormley walks through the many prevalent points in history that have affected youth, culture and the family to make it what it is today. Snippet from the Show If we want to evangelize our youth today, we have to understand who they are. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Mar 23, 202248 min

The Feminine Genius (with Lisa Cotter)

What is the feminine genius? Why is it important for women to be active in their parishes? Dave and Mike with guest Lisa Cotter discuss the questions and much more on today’s show. Lisa also shares about her new book Reveal the Gift: Living the Feminine Genius. Snippet from the Show "The world doesn't need what women have, it needs what women are." -St. Edith Stein We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Mar 16, 202249 min

Throwback Episode: How to Give Your Testimony

Giving testimony is one of the most important parts of the Christian life, but putting your conversion story into words can be a daunting task. We should always be prepared to give testimony to what God has done in our lives. In this throwback episode, Mike and Dave talk about why Christian testimony is important, and practical tips on how to actually do it. Grab your Bible, a pen, and a piece of paper and get ready to write. Snippet from the Show Your testimony is your journey with God, your lived relationship with Jesus, and how it all started. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Mar 9, 202237 min

This Is Not a Liturgy Podcast

Are you ready for Lent? How do you explain the importance of correct form in Baptism? How do you make allowances for economic situations in regards to liturgy? Dave and Mike discuss these questions and more in today’s episode. Snippet from the Show Because the Gospel is anti-sin, it is always counter cultural. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Mar 2, 202234 min

Restore the Sacred

Are our churches still sacred places? Dave and Mike discuss the idea of restoring the sacred, helping our churches be places where the presence of God is encountered and known. They also give some ideas on how to communicate this message to your parish. Snippet from the Show The sacred is meant to make God’s presence known. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Feb 23, 202245 min

Spiritual Recollection Is Essential

Do you ever pause to evaluate your spiritual life? As evangelists, it is easy to get caught up in all the urgent matters that we fail to take time for our own spiritual recollection. In this episode, Mike Gormley discusses the importance of taking stock of our spiritual lives and maintaining the goal of eternity with God. Snippet from the Show We spend a lot of time on things that are urgent and often neglect those things that are not urgent but still important. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Feb 16, 202212 min

Listener Emails: Forming Disciples in Your Parish Staff and Working Together in Evangelization

Dave VanVickle answers listeners' emails regarding how to evangelize and make disciples of parish staff as well as how to collaborate with co-workers in the mission of evangelization. Listen to the entire episode for practical tips for your mission in evangelization. Snippet from the Show We are called to faithfulness, not success. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Feb 9, 202231 min

Faith and Sacraments: The Nature of Faith (Part Six)

Dave “the Soul of the New Media” VanVickle and Mike Gormley complete their discussion of the church document “The Reciprocity Between Faith and Sacraments.” This discussion is primarily concerned with the nature of faith. What is faith? What are the different aspects of faith? Snippet from the Show “When we talk about the dogmas, we are revealing the full face of Christ. We are revealing who he is. He is the Truth.” We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Feb 2, 202235 min

Faith and Sacraments: The Salvific Mission of the Church (Part Five)

Dave "The Ariana Grande of Sacramental Evangelization" VanVickle and I continue with the fifth part of our series on the relationship between faith and the sacraments by discussing the role of the Church in God's plan of salvation. We explain why the Church is the universal sacrament of salvation, and why it is called to always be on mission. Snippet from the Show The visible Church is not an “add-on”, it’s fundamental to how Christ wants to change the world. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Jan 26, 202246 min

Faith and Sacraments Questions

Dave "Not the KFC one" VanVickle and I answer your questions about our series on faith and the sacraments. Snippet from the Show As Catholics we are called to both uphold the dignity of the sacraments and evangelize all souls who to come us. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Jan 12, 202256 min

Faith and Sacraments: Why Symbols Matter (Part Four)

Our modern world sees symbols with skepticism because it only values what can be empirically demonstrated. However, symbols are a key part of any culture, including Catholicism, because they communicate truth. Today, I summarize the significance of the document we’ve been reading in our series on faith and the sacraments. I explain how the sacraments are outward symbols that communicate the inward grace and power of God, and why we are called to preserve the symbols of our faith rather than manipulate them. Snippet from the Show "The Church is the living body of Christ that communicates the dying the rising of our Lord through the power of the Holy Spirit. Its sacraments are outward symbols that communicate the inward power and grace of God." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Jan 5, 202247 min

Faith and Sacraments: The Sacramentality of Creation (Part Three)

Why did God create? Today we continue with the third part of our series on the relationship between faith and the sacraments by unpacking the sacramentality of creation. We discuss why creation is sacramental, what makes human beings particularly unique within creation, and why the humanity of Jesus is the reason we have a sacramental Church. Snippet from the Show The words and deeds of Jesus sanctified creation, time and human history. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Dec 15, 202140 min

Faith and Sacraments: Responding to Revelation (Part Two)

Dave "The Dialogical Nature of the Sacramental Economy" VanVickle and I continue our discussion about the relationship between faith and the sacraments, diving into how the Trinity reveals itself to us sacramentally and how that embodied revelation requires a tangible response from us. Snippet from the Show "The angels don't use the senses in order to come to knowledge but we human beings need the senses. When God reveals himself, he always does it in a mode we can receive him. Therefore, the gateway to heaven is that humanity the Christ assumed." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Dec 8, 202140 min

Happy Thanksgiving

Dave "The Turkey" VanVickle and I share a brief Thanksgiving message and express our gratitude for all of our listeners! We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 24, 20218 min

Faith and Sacraments: A Reciprocal Relationship (Part One)

Personal faith cannot be separated from the sacramental life of the faith. Today, Dave "The Baptizer" VanVickle and I begin our series on the relationship between faith and sacraments. We break down the first few sections of the Vatican document, The Reciprocity between Faith and Sacraments, and explain how salvation is given through the inter-relationship between faith and sacraments. Snippet from the Show "The Catholic Church uses the story of the hemorrhaging woman as a paradigm to explain what the sacraments can do in the Body of Christ." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 18, 20211h 1m

Diving Into the Renewal of the Church

Dave "The Crisis of Reciprocity" VanVickle and I get real about the struggles we are facing in our parishes as we learn how to navigate sacramental and faith formation programs in a culture impacted by the pandemic. We discuss the relationship between renewal and reform in the Church, and explain how in the next couple of episodes we'll be diving into an important recent Vatican document- The Reciprocity between Faith and Sacraments. Snippet from the Show "The Holy Spirit does the renewal in the Church, and people docile to the Holy Spirit then reform the Church." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 10, 202140 min

The Latin Mass, Discerning the Charism of Evangelization, and Teaching Kids to Behave at Mass

Dave "The Pew Sitter" VanVickle and I answer more of your questions today. We talk about the rise in popularity of the Latin Mass, how to discern the charism of evangelization in a parish setting, and how to teach your little ones to behave at Mass. This episode was sponsored by Chews Life. Chews Life’s mission is to equip all Catholics with Rosaries for life. Snippet from the Show "The Mass is first and foremost the prayer of the Son of the Father, and we get to enter into it by the power of the Holy Spirit." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Nov 3, 202141 min

How Baptism Prepares Us to Live Christ's Mission

Baptism is the epic beginning of our participation in the Paschal Mystery of Christ. Today, I share an example of a Baptism class I recently gave which explains the biblical context behind the sacrament of Baptism, and how this powerful sacrament prepares us to live Christ's mission incarnationally. This episode was sponsored by Chews Life. Chews Life's mission is to equip all Catholics with Rosaries for life. Snippet from the Show The sacraments are the Church’s ministry of the incarnation throughout time and place, and tangible means through which we live the Paschal Mystery of Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 27, 202149 min

Parish Programs, Bad Liturgies, and Making Catholicism Less Intimidating

There are often many obstacles to evangelization and discipleship. Today, we answer some listener questions about balancing discipleship and parish programs, how to draw someone into the Church if the liturgy at your home parish isn't done well, and how to make Catholicism less intimidating for those hesitant to learn more. Snippet from the Show "Very few times in the Christian life is prayer always consoling or emotional. It is our dedication to God, and him above all, that sanctifies us and draws us into deeper communion with him." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 20, 202147 min

10 Books You Need to Survive the Culture

Dave VanVickle shares with us ten powerful books that will shape our intellects and help us survive the philosophical and spiritual chaos in our culture, hold onto the truth of Christ, and conquer the world with the Gospel. Snippet from the Show "The Theology of the Body will show you what is wrong with the culture that we are living in, what the path forward is, and how Jesus Christ is the answer to the biggest questions that our world is asking right now." We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 13, 202128 min

Why Questions Are Welcomed in Catholicism (with Dr. Michael Dauphinais)

Asking questions about God, suffering, and love, has been part of the human condition since the beginning of time. Dr. Michael Dauphinais joins me to talk about about how his new book shows us that the Bible answers many of the perennial questions that have led countless Catholics away from the faith in recent decades. Michael Dauphinais, Ph.D., serves as the Fr. Matthew Lamb Professor of Catholic Theology at Ave Maria University, Ave Maria, Florida and holds degrees from Duke University and the University of Notre Dame. Snippet from the Show "What is man that you are mindful of him, and a son of man that you care for him?" - Psalm 8:5 We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Oct 6, 20211h 13m

The Training Mindset of Discipleship

True discipleship is not just about believing in Christ, it's about following Christ in a concrete way. Dave "The Coach" VanVickle and I walk you through the four phases of training every disciple of Christ must go through in order to consistently be a witness of Christ. Snippet from the Show The Cross is at the heart of the Christian life, suffering is the rule not the exception of a true disciple of Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 29, 202141 min

Five Questions Catholic Parents Must Answer

What is the role of parents in the faith formation of their kids? Dave " I Am the Weapon" VanVickle and I share five critical questions parents must answer when it comes to forming their kids them into lifelong disciples of Christ. Snippet from the Show Do you personally model the type of Catholic you want your child to be? Don't just tell them about God, show them what it looks like to follow Christ. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 22, 202137 min

Feeding Disciples in Parishes

How do we feed disciples in the parish and also make new disciples? Dave VanVickle explains how to foster deeper relationships with current disciples in the parish while also running programs that can draw new disciples into the parish no matter where they are in their faith. Snippet from the Show Remember that trust strengthens the path of discipleship, and trust is built slowly and intentionally. We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 15, 202132 min

Answering Common Objections

Many of us know what the Catholic Church teaches but we don't understand the Church's reasoning behind its teachings. Today we conclude our series evangelizing your loved ones by sharing a final parish talk about how to answer the most common objections to the Catholic faith. Snippet from the Show “Most of us hear conclusions of what the Church teaches but we don’t understand the reasoning process behind it.” We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] with your questions/comments Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Sep 8, 202142 min