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Old Man Disease, Shattered Window & Hurricanes w/ Fr. Anthony Sciarappa | Forte Catholic Podcast Ep 394
Stories galore in this fun episode! Taylor gets a new, random, old man disease, Fr. Anthony almost killed someone & Taylor was smack dab in the middle of Hurricane Beryl!
Last summer, Taylor got a disease most commonly associated with teenagers: mono. This year, the Lord decided it was time to go the opposite direction and give him an old man disease in his 30's. Awesome!
Fr. Anthony was in quite the car accident! Hear as he explains this wild story involving yelling, a bike, shattered window & the police.
Taylor closes out the show by sharing that his anniversary trip to see comedian Pete Holmes & stay in a nice hotel was not going to be stopped by a mere hurricane! He and his wife braved the eye of the storm of Hurricane Beryl in order to enjoy themselves lol.
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Wrestling, Paracletus & Decision Fatigue w/Liv Harrison | Forte Catholic Podcast Ep 290
Taylor has a quick update on a conversation from last episode and talks with Liv about wrestling with God. They also talk about where the title "Paraclete" for the Holy Spirit came from and decision fatigue.
Taylor & Liv spent the day together and then recorded this episode in her studio! They give an update on their lives, Taylor has a quick update on a conversation from last episode and they talk about wrestling with God. They also talk about where the title "Paraclete" for the Holy Spirit came from and what that means today.
Finally, they discuss decision fatigue, christian over-discernment and use the book of Acts as proof we shouldn't freeze in decisions. We just gotta chill bro.
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Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 223
It snowed in central Texas where Taylor and Allison live and they share how wonderful it was for them and their families! Then they talk about CUSSIN! It's an interesting conversation that probably a bit different than what you heard in youth group. Finally, Taylor shares the "State of the Podcast"
A Texas miracle! It snowed in central Texas where Taylor and Allison live and they share how wonderful it was for them and their families! Taylor also gives an update on "The Decision" he made on last month's episode with Allison. Was it worth it?!?
Then they talk about CUSSIN! Is cussing a sin? Does it hinder our growth in holiness? Can a saint cuss? It's an interesting conversation that probably a bit different than what you heard in youth group.
Finally, Taylor shares the "State of the Podcast" by giving an update on how the show is doing well and where it isn't. Also, Allison got a nerdy mom van.
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Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 130
The Ministry Madness Bracket results are in! Tune in now to find out who won! Shaun McAfee cohosts and our guest is former Broadway & reality TV star Stacey Sumereau.
The Ministry Madness Bracket results are in! We go through some of the best first round matchups and eventually countdown the Top 10 finishers, all the way down to our winner!
Shaun McAfee cohosts to weigh in on the results, share recent travel struggles and once again prove how odd Italy is.
Our guest this week is former Broadway/reality TV star and current Catholic mom, speaker and podcaster, Stacey Sumereau. We have a tremendous and hilarious conversation about social media, discernment, ghost husbands and....toes?!?!?!
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Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 45
We address this week's big event: the solar eclipse. We also connect it to faith in the return of the "Forte Five" segment, interview Fr Terry Ehrman about his book on manhood and wrap up the show with a conversation with long time producer Jake on his last show.
In the first segment of this week's show, we talk about the solar eclipse that came and went the day before. I asked listeners on social media to make connections between the eclipse and faith and we started off the show with a "Forte Five" countdown segment of the five best submissions.
In segment two, I was privileged to interview author Fr. Terry Ehrman on his book "Man of God: Lessons To Young Men About Life, Sex, Friendship, Vocation, and Loving With The Heart of Christ" published by Catholic Answers. We discussed how his vocation came about and the importance of spiritual direction. For those who may have never heard of spiritual direction or have but have questions about it, this is the podcast for you.
In the final segment, Taylor reinstates producer Jake's talking privileges as he is interview on his final segment with the show before leaving for college. We discuss the path God has led him on, play corny songs in Jake's honor and laugh....a lot.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 33
On this episode, the Director of Resource Development at Lifeteen and author of "True North: A roadmap for discernment" Joel Stepanek joins the show as co-host for the whole hour to enlighten us on the topic of discernment.
On this episode of Forte Catholic, the Director of Resource Development at Lifeteen and author of "True North: A roadmap for discernment" Joel Stepanek joins the show as my co-host for the whole hour!
During our quite enjoyable time together, we get to know Joel and he enlightens us with the knowledge and practical advice on discernment that he has learned throughout his experience and study in preparing to write the book.
He dispels a few myths about discernment, explains that it is a vital part of the Christian life and not just for the "big decision" of our primary vocation. He also explains what discernment looks like with guidance from a spiritual master, St. Ignatius.
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Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 24
This episode is all about the second most important decision we will ever make: our vocation. Tune in as we discuss what vocations are, how to discern which one God is calling us to and how to live it out. I am also joined by "The Married Catholic Guy" Dean Ouellette to discuss how God saved his marriage from the brink of divorce.
This episode had one topic and one topic only: Vocations. Choosing to follow Christ is the most important decision we will ever make; discerning and living our vocation is the second. Whether you have been married, a priest, or a religious for many years or are single and discerning your vocation, this is the episode for you.
In the first segment, I share what I learned from a recent talk I heard from the Vocations Director of the Austin Diocese. He brought a great pamphlet for those discerning vocations that I share from to start off the show. It tackles many of the common objections to living the priesthood or religious life with a little comedy along the way.
In the second segment, I am joined by Dean Ouellette "The Married Catholic Guy." He shares about how his faith took him from the brink of divorce twice to having a happy and loving marriage. He now shares his story and encouragement with other married couples to prevent and help heal broken marriages.. For more from Dean, check out his website.
In the final segment, I tackle the big question for those discerning their vocation: "How do I know what God wants me to do and how do I prepare for my vocation." By sharing the story of my discernment process and with the help of those who commented on my social media feeds answering "What are the qualities of a good spouse or priest/religious?" I hope to help you along and put you at peace in your discernment.
For more on religious life, check out the most recent guest blog post on Forte Catholic from Sister Christina Neumann about what the day in the life of a religious sister looks like.
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