Do you remember the story of Zacchaeus, the tax collector who climbed a tree to see Jesus? Most of us vaguely remember the story, but might have missed the significance of his climbing the sycamore tree and, ultimately, the challenge it poses for us in our modern world. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they show us ways in which we can climb trees for Jesus as well…and why we should do it!
Category «Living the Catholic Life»
The Meaning Of Suffering
Suffering is never fun. In fact, by definition, suffering is awful. And, the only thing that makes it worse, is when the suffering we experience seems meaningless. But, is suffering supposed to be meaningless? Can there ever be a good purpose to suffering? Jesus seemed to think so. Join Deacon Jeff and Fra Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth of the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as they welcome their guest, Fr Pat Brennan, a Passionist priest, to discuss a very meaningful homily he gave to the many suffering souls gathered for a time of healing while on pilgrimage to Lourdes, France.
Pilgrimages
Have you ever been on pilgrimage? Did you know why a pilgrimage differs from a tour or vacation? Join Deacon Jeff and Fra Tom Mulligan, a religious brother in the Order of Malta, as they open up their annual pilgrimage to Lourdes, France by discussing the meaning and significance of spiritual pilgrimages. They welcome as their guest Abbot Placid Solari, Abbot of Belmont Abbey and Chancellor of Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina.
Catholic Parenting 101
Parenting is definitely tough these days, especially if you want your kids to grow up Catholic. There are so many challenges to raising kids in a traditional, holy family. So, Deacon Jeff and Tom, themselves having 14 kids between their 2 families, offer their thoughts on the matter, and send some advice your way on the methods of modern Catholic parenting that have worked in their families.
10 Ways To Invite The Spirit
Are you wondering how to get that “fire” back into your day to day existence? So many Catholics struggle to live a life of vibrancy and joy. Perhaps you need a dose of the Holy Spirit! Do you want to increase the Holy Spirit’s presence in your life, but you don’t know how? Then, you’ve come to the right place! Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they walk you through ten EASY ways to increase the effectiveness and impact of the Holy Spirit in anyone’s life.
Good St. Joseph
Growing up, we all had heroes. Unfortunately, we stop looking to heroes more and more as we get older. Now, more than ever, men need a good role model to improve their lives as husbands, fathers, sons and brothers. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth of The Catholic Cafe as they discuss what Scripture tells us about St. Joseph, and why he makes an excellent hero to model for today’s challenges.
Joseph’s Dream
Why did God send an angel to Joseph in a dream as he was planning on leaving Mary behind? Did you ever wonder about that? Could it be that God had plans for Jesus, Mary and Joseph as a family? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they delve into Joseph’s dream and reveal why God sent Joseph back to Mary.
Save The Family
Life is tough these days…and it’s really toughest on the family. It seems that nothing is under attack more than the traditional family unit which has always been the basis for a stable…and holy…society. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they discuss how men can regain a sense of spiritual direction in their families.
Prayer, Fasting And Almsgiving
When’s the last time you fasted? No…REALLY fasted? It’s not something we do a lot anymore and it tends to be very counter-cultural. And, even though we pray and give alms, perhaps we’ve gotten a little lax in those areas as well. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth of The Catholic Cafe as tackle the (sometimes uncomfortable) topic of the power of prayer, fasting and almsgiving in living out our Catholic faith life.
10 Ways To Ramp Up Your Lent
Is your Lenten experience a little stale? Are you tired of just giving up chocolate or colas and calling it Lent? Maybe you need to ramp things up a bit, but you feel like you have to wait until next year since Lent is already underway. Well, it’s not too late. You can still make this the best Lent ever! Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious corner Booth as they compile and discuss a list of ten simple things that you can do right now to ramp up your Lenten experience.