The Catholic Cafe

Deacon Jeff Drzycimski podcasts

genre: Religion & Spirituality/Christianity

The Catholic Cafe radio show is a 30 minute program designed to convey the Truth of Catholic Doctrine and Teaching in an informal, conversational format. Deacon Jeff, Tom and their guests sit around a table at the cafe and chat about the Church!

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Born Again Catholic
5/25/2012
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Duration: 28:00

JJoin Deacon Jeff in the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he speaks with US Army retired Sgt Robert Bartlett about his life-changing, faith-enhancing war experience, and how he is answering God's call today.
Why The New Evangelization?
5/18/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff in the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he speaks with Cardinal Donald Wuerl, newly named the Relator General of the 2012 World Synod of Bishops, about why the Holy Father has proposed a New Evangelization.
Why Am I Catholic? - Dr. Peter Kreeft
4/27/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with renowned philosopher, theologian, author and Christian apologist Dr. Peter Kreeft about the reasons why he became a Catholic after growing up a Calvinist.
Confession To A Priest
4/20/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they discuss the common sensical Catholic teaching of confessing your sins to a priest, rather than simply in prayer to Jesus.
The Silent Retreat
3/28/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they welcome their guest Jeff McEvoy and discuss the blessings of a silent retreat.
Problem Passages
3/23/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they discuss some of the passages of Sacred Scripture that are sometimes difficult to explain or understand unless you're looking through a Catholic lens.
The Sacramental Economy
3/16/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they discuss the Catholic teaching on the Sacramental Economy and it's implications for the Mystical Body of Christ.
More On The New Evangelization
2/22/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Curtis Martin, President and Founder of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students), about his recent appointment by the Holy Father as Consultor to the Pontifical Council for Promoting the New Evangelization.
More on Permanent Deacons
2/22/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Tom Dorian about the roll of Permanent Deacons in the Catholic Church
Roadmap Of The Spiritual Life
2/22/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Brother Simon, CFR, one of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, about how to discern, read and change for the better your roadmap for the spiritual life..
Authentic Friendship
2/16/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Brother Innocent, CFR, one of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, about what it means to have a truly authentic friend.
The New Evangelization
1/27/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Fr Bruce Neihli, a Paulist priest of the Diocese of Memphis in Tennessee, about our Holy Father's focus on the New Evangelization and reaching today's world with the Gospel of salvation.
Our Lady Of Guadalupe
1/13/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Fr Bruce Neihli, a Paulist priest of the Diocese of Memphis in Tennessee, about Mary under her title of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Discerning The Priesthood
1/13/2012
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Fr Adam Rust, a young priest of the Diocese of Memphis in Tennesse about his calling to the priesthood.
Good Counsel Homes
12/16/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Chris Bell of the organization Good Counsel Homes about their ministry to pregnant women in need.
Musical Prayer
12/16/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Brother Vittorio and Brother Tansi, both Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, about the power of music as a prayer to God and as a source of healing. Both Brother Vittorio and Brother Tansi perform in The Catholic Cafe.
More On Personal Devotion To Jesus
12/9/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he continues his discussion with Father Benedict Groeschell, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about his book "I Am With You Always" from Ignatius Press. Deacon Jeff, Tom and Fr. Benedict discuss such varied and interesting topics as secularism and the Communion of Saints (both living and dead) and how all this affects your personal devotion to Christ.
Personal Devotion To Jesus
12/2/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Father Benedict Groeschell, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about his book "I Am With You Always" from Ignatius Press. Deacon Jeff, Tom and Fr. Benedict discuss the many aspects of developing a personal devotion to Jesus.
The Stigmata
11/17/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Father Solanus Benfatee, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about the mystery of the Stigmata, and more specifically about the spiritual aspect of the Stigmata of St Francis of Assisi.
Pro-Life Friars
11/11/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Brother Nicholas Joseph White, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about the pro-life charism of the friars and how that is lived out daily by the order.
The Founding Friars
11/1/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Father Glenn Sudano, CFR, one of the original founders of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, about the founding of order and it's purpose, mission and charisms.
The Church In Africa
10/26/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Father Herald John Brock, CFR, a priest for the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, about the explosive growth of the Church on the continent of Africa.
More On The Missale Romanum
10/14/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join Deacon Jeff as he talks with Deacon Bill Ditewig about the upcoming changes and their purpose and meaning in the Liturgy as promulgated in the 3rd Edition of the Roman Missal.
The Keys To Joy
10/7/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join us as Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Jim Blount, SOLT, a priest from Belize, about the primacy of joy...a joy brought on only by a relationship with Jesus.
All In Ministry
9/16/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Join us as Deacon Jeff and Tom rock out with Catholic recording artist Noelle Garcia and her band All In Ministry about their music ministry and what it truly means to be "all in."
Faith And Reason
9/16/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Our final show from the luxurious corner booth of the French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Monsignor James Watkins, a priest of the Archdiocese of Washington and Professor of Philosophy at The Catholic University of America, about the Catholic understanding of the necessary relationship between faith and reason.
Christian Diplomacy
9/9/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with His Excellency Mauro Bertero, Embassador for the Order Of Malta to Bolivia, and His Excellency David Scarf, Embassador for the Order of Malta to East Timor, about what it means to be a diplomat for Christ to the world.
Prince And Grand Master
9/2/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Fra Matthew Festing, Prince and Grand Master of the Order of Malta, about what makes the Order of Malta both unique and so desperately needed in the world today.
Erosion Of Religious Freedom
8/26/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Dr. Marie Hilliard, Dame of Malta, from the National Catholic Bioethics Center, about issues related to the serious erosion of religious freedom in America.
Malta Worldwide Relief
8/19/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Geoff Gamble, Knight of Malta, and Dr. Pauline Olsen, Dame of Malta, about the Order of Malta's much-needed relief efforts throughout the world.
The Catholic Pilgrimage
8/12/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Shep Abel about the ancient spiritual tradition of the pilgrimage.
The Early Church Fathers
7/28/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks again with Abbot Placid Solari of Belmont Abbey about the earliest writers, martyrs and doctors of the Church.
What's A Monk?
7/20/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Abbot Placid Solari, Abbot of Belmont Abbey in North Carolina, about the life of the monk and the importance of the monastic society to our modern culture.
The Lost And Forgotten
7/14/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Albrecht Baron von Boeswlager, Grand Hospitaler of the Order of Malta about the Order's works with those who are marginalized in society and in dire need of assistance.
How Catholic Are Our Catholic Colleges?
7/8/2011
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Duration: 28:00

From the luxurious corner booth of the newly opened French Catholic Cafe, Deacon Jeff talks with Larie McCarty, Chairman and one of the founders of the Cardinal Newman Society of the state of our Catholic Colleges.
Christian Charity
7/1/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Father Larry Richards about men in general and manhood in particular. A very manly topic indeed.
Be A Man
6/13/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Father Larry Richards about men in general and manhood in particular. A very manly topic indeed.
The Devil In The World
6/13/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Father Anthony Marie Baetzold, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about the existence of evil, the Devil and our real challenge and battle in life.
St. Francis Of Assisi
6/10/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Father James Mary Atkins, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about the model and inspiration of St. Francis of Assisi in the CFR's lives...and in our own lives.
Suffering And Healing
5/27/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Brother Innocent Mariae Montgomery, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about his calling to be a monk and his personal journey of suffering that came to a miraculous and life-changing conclusion.
Types Of Prayer
5/27/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Brother Philip Maria Allen, CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, about the different types and purposes of Christian prayer...as well as some of the obstacles to prayer.
Sexual Chastity
5/20/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Head Chef at The Catholic Cafe, Fr Ben Bradshaw, about the gift...and challenges...of sexual chastity in the world today. Also discussed are the differences between chastity, celibacy and continence.
The Catechism
5/13/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Head Chef at The Catholic Cafe, Fr Ben Bradshaw, about the Catechism of the Catholic Church: it's origins, it's purpose, and its practical and prayerful use for the faithful.
The Barque Of Peter
4/8/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Monsignor John McArthur about the importance of staying "in the boat," in the Catholic Church, especially when times are rough.
Transitional Deacons
3/25/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Deacon James Clarke, a transitional deacon and seminarian for the Diocese of Memphis about the differences between a transitional deacon and a permanent deacon, as well as his personal calling by God to serve in His Church.
Missale Romanum
3/18/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Msgr Victor Ciarramitaro about the changes in the third edition of the Roman Missal and how they will affect Mass attendees.
You Are What You Eat
1/7/2011
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff and Tom Dorian talk with Bob Nicholas about the importance of “eating” a healthy spiritual diet...including the Eucharist!
A Catholic Christmas
12/22/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Tom Dorian about the many signs and symbols of Christmas and their true spiritual meanings. They are joined by two of the Deacon’s sons, Noah and Eli, for a “younger” perspective on keeping Christ in Christmas.
Born Again And Saved
12/17/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff and Tom Dorian talk about the different meanings attributed to the phrases “born again” and “saved” between Catholics and Protestants.
On Your Knees
11/19/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff and Tom Dorian talk about reverence in the Catholic Faith, with a special emphasis on kneeling and genuflection and its proper place in Adoration of the Most Holy Sacrament.
Busted Halo
11/12/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff speaks with Paulist Fr. Dave Dwyer, the host of The Busted Halo show heard weeknights on XM and Sirius Satellite radio. They talk about The Busted Halo ministry and answer a few of Deacon Jeff’s emails. Fun stuff.
Pro Life
10/22/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr Frank Pavone, Director of the International pro life organization Priests For Life about the Church’s beautiful teaching on the sanctity and dignity of all human life, especially those most vulnerable, importance of acting to be sure that teaching is lived out.
Formation Of Conscience
10/15/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr Earl Fernandez of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati about the role that our conscience plays in making moral decisions, and the vital importance of having a properly formed conscience so that our judgments are not erroneous.
The Virtues
8/13/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Derek Rotty about living the Catholic Virtues versus living the world's values.
Angels and Deacons
8/13/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with well-known authority on the Permanent Diaconate Deacon Bill Ditewig about the centuries old tradition behind the connection between angels and the deacons of the Church.
The Habit Of Faith
8/6/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Father Anthony Brausch, a priest for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and instructor at the Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary of the West, about faith in terms of being a “habit” and the requirement of developing, nurturing and caring for that faith so as to develop the means to make a positive ascent to the Teachings of the Church.
Digital Evangelization
7/30/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Deacon Greg Kandra about evangelizing in the digital age. Deacon Greg produces a DAILY Catholic TV show called “Currents” and is host and moderator of a blog on BeliefNet called “The Deacon’s Bench.”
The Christian Brothers
7/22/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Brother Joel McGraw about his experiences with the Christian Brothers, particularly about their ministry in the Diocese of Memphis in Tennessee.
Lourdes
7/15/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Barbara Goldsmith, a woman who had the opportunity to visit Lourdes with the assistance of the Order of Malta. Her story of the intense experience from the heart of the Church is truly inspirational.
A Mexican Idol
5/21/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Mexican recording artist Azeneth Gonzales (and her friend, Fr. Agostino of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal) about her wonderful story of conversion. After winning La Academîa, the Mexican version of “American Idol,” she canceled a lucrative CD recording contract so that she could travel the world as a missionary and sing only for the glory of God.
When Bad Things Happen To Good People
5/14/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Agostino of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal about the problem of bad things happening to good people. Should I abandon the Church? Does God MAKE evil things happen? How can God be all good and allow bad things to happen? How can suffering be redemptive? These and many other questions are discussed.
Priestly Celibacy
5/7/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Anthony of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal about the Catholic teaching regarding Celibacy, especially for priests.
Christian Frienship
4/30/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Anthony Maranise about the different types of friendships, the ultimate of which includes Christ. Additionally, challenges to a Christ-centered friendship are discussed.
The Catholic Home
3/26/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Alicia Van Hecke, noted homeschooling author, speaker and enthusiast about the ways in which all families can help keep a strong and vibrant Catholic identity in the home.
The Permanent Deacon
3/26/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with TV personality Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers about the ministry of the Permanent Deacon in the Catholic Church and his journey to becoming a deacon.
Who Do You Say That I Am?
3/26/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with J. Terry Steib, SVD, Bishop of Memphis in Tennessee about his latest Pastoral Letter, "Who Do You Say That I Am?"
Spiritual Warfare
3/19/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Father Jim Blount, SOLT about the effect of a weak earthly (familial or spiritual) father: it leads most assuredly to a lack of a relationship with the Divine and Eternal Father. More specifically, it leads one open to spiritual warfare and soul-threatening attacks from the devil and those that serve him.
Fatherhood
3/12/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Father Jim Blount, SOLT about the importance, impact and relationship between earthly fatherhood, spiritual fatherhood and Divine Fatherhood. Guest co-hosts Nick Drzycimski and Jeff Drzycimski, Jr. make their radio debut and add their perspectives to the discussion.
National Evangelization Team
2/19/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with members of the National Evangelization Team (NET), a group of young people who travel the country evangelizing teens, about their experiences, challenges and victories.
The Effects Of Baptism
1/29/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Martin Maduabuchi Orjianioke, a priest from Nigeria, about the Catholic teaching on Baptism and most especially it’s real effects on those who receive this Sacrament.
Demons
1/29/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Ben Bradshaw, Head Chef at The Catholic Café, about the Catholic Church’s teaching about Demons.
Catholic Education
1/7/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Denis Schenkel about the history, purpose and experience of a Catholic Education in America.
Marriage And Annulment
1/7/2010
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Memphis Diocesan Chancellor and President Elect of the Canon Law Society of America, Fr. Michael Joyce about the Catholic teaching on the sanctity and indissolubility of a Sacramental Marriage, and what happens when a union is found not to meet the criteria of Sacramentality (Annulment).
Catholic And Baptist
12/16/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with former Southern Baptist preacher Andy McNutt about the vast difference between the Roman Catholic and Southern Baptist (Fundamentalist) understanding of the Sacrament of Baptism.
Highlights
11/13/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff and co-host Tom Dorian discuss the variety, breadth and depth of the many past topics and guests of The Catholic Cafe, and invite listeners to visit the web site (www.thecatholiccafe.com) to hear the full shows.
Relics
11/6/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Tom Dorian about where in Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition the Catholic Church gets her teaching regarding the relics - veneration of the saints’ bodily remains and the items they used while alive.
Anaphoneo
10/30/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Tom Dorian about St. Luke’s use of the Greek verb “anaphoneo” in his description of Elizabeth’s reaction to Mary’s visitation, and why this verb leads us to the obvious connection between Mary and the Ark of the Covenant.
Faith In The Family
10/23/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Biker Bob Nicholas about what to do when there is a great difference between spouses or loved ones in where they are in their faith journeys. Who’s to blame? How do you fix it?
Angels
10/13/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Head Chef at The Catholic Cafe, Fr. Ben Bradshaw, about the Catholic teaching about Angels.
Mary
10/9/2009
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Deacon Jeff talks with Head Chef at The Catholic Cafe, Fr. Ben Bradshaw about the Catholic teaching about Mary.
The Christian Fast
10/2/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with co-host Tom Dorian about the Catholic understanding of the fast, it’s Biblical roots, as well as it’s cultural significance. A plea is also made for the continuation and promotion of this ancient, yet powerful tradition.
Universal Church
9/25/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks to Fr. Elias Kékong Bisong, a priest and instructor at a Nigerian Seminary discuss the meaning of the word “Catholic.” They explore the universality of the Church and spend time discussing the Church in Africa.
The Deacon’s Wife
9/18/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks to his own wife, Bess about what it’s like to be the wife of an ordained minister. Plus, they let us in on a few family secrets (OK, nothing bad...just good old-fashioned Christian parenting).
Drinking Wine
9/11/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff and co-host Tom Dorian discuss the Catholic teaching about drinking in general and drinking wine in particular. Is the drinking of alcohol frowned on in the Bible? What did Jesus think of drinking wine? Tune in and find out!
Catholic Youth
9/4/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Catholic Youth Minister Derek Rotty about the current state of Youth Ministry (and youth in general) in the Church.
Divine Mercy
8/25/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Cardinal Justin Rigali, Archbishop of Philadelphia, about the Catholic understanding of God’s Divine Mercy, the unfathomable, bottomless, unending love of a God who truly wants of to live with Him in eternity.
Catholic Bioethics
8/21/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with the Director of Education from the National Catholic Bioethics Center in Philadelphia about the moral dilemmas we all face when making decisions about science and medicine. They specifically focus on the issues of embryonic stem cell research and in-vitro fertilization.
FOCUS Missionaries
8/14/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Dean Reineking, a member of the Fellowship Of Catholic University Students (F.O.C.U.S.) about the work their organization does in trying to help students keep and deepen their faith.
Catholic Missionaries
8/3/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Missionary and Ophthalmologist Dr. Cathy Schanzer and her husband Tom Lewis regarding their work in creating and maintaining an eye clinic in the far off country of Sierra Leone.
Redemptive Suffering
7/31/2009
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Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Bryan Timby about what the Catholic Church teaches regarding the redemptive quality and purpose in our suffering of body...and mind.
Holy Matrimony
7/31/2009
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Deacon Jeff talks with Bob and Sarah Nicholas about their understanding of the Church’s teaching regarding marriage as a sacramental and covenantal bond.
Pope John Paul II
7/17/2009
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Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Ben Bradshaw, head chef at The Catholic Cafe, about the legacy impact and significance of the papacy of John Paul II.
Priestly Vocations
7/10/2009
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Duration: 28:00

Deacon Jeff talks with Bishop J. Terry Steib, SVD of the Diocese of Memphis about their continued success with priestly vocations as well as the importance (and challenge) of answering God’s call in your life.
The Problem Of Evil
7/6/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with college student Anthony Maranise about what the Catholic Faith teaches regarding the age-old “problem” of the mere existence of evil in the world.
Eucharistic Adoration
6/26/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with Kim Sevier about what the Catholic Church believes and teaches about Adoration of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
More Good Questions
6/8/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks answers email and other questions about the Catholic Faith with guest Above-Average Catholic Bill Drennan.
The Breaking Of The Bread
6/5/2009
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Deacon Jeff talks with Above-Average Catholic Bill Drennan about the many “coincidental” Scripture passages that link the “breaking of the bread” with the one true sacrifice of the Mass.
Confession
5/22/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. Ernie DeBlasio about what the Catholic Church teaches about the Sacrament of healing known as Confession, Reconciliation or Pennance.
Franciscan Friars Of The Renewal
5/15/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with the leader of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, Fr. Bernard Murphy, CFR. They discuss the mission and charism of this growing order of Franciscan monks.
Good Questions
5/8/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with “Biker” Bob Nicholas and answers various common questions folks have sent in via E-mail (and other means) relating to Catholic beliefs and practices. For instance, “Why does your Cross still have Jesus on it?” and “Why are non-Catholics not allowed to receive Holy Communion in the Catholic Church?”
The Trinity
5/1/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. John Hourican about the Catholic teaching regarding the Most Holy Trinity.
Catholic Christology
4/24/2009
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Deacon Jeff talks with Fr. John Hourican about the Catholic teaching regarding the Divinity of Christ Jesus and the necessity of understanding that He is God Incarnate.
That Our Joy May Be Complete
4/10/2009
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Deacon Jeff talks with Bishop J. Terry Steib, SVD, Bishop of Memphis in Tennessee, about his new Pastoral Letter. Living Our Catholicism: That Our Joy May Be Complete helps us realize how we can achieve Christian joy in a troubled world by following your Catholic calling to serve others while living in the good graces of the Church.
Assurance Of Salvation?
4/17/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with Bob Nicholas about his journey from "non-religious" to Catholic, with a primary focus on the Protestant and Catholic views of the assurance of Salvation.
Early Church Fathers
4/3/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with co-host Tom Dorian about what the Catholic Church teaches about the Fathers of the Early Church, those men whose writings have been a genuine reflection of the Truths of the Catholic Faith for the first 1000 years of Christianity.
The Reformation
3/27/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks with The Catholic Café’s Head Chef, Fr. Ben Bradshaw, about the Catholic Church’s understanding of the Reformation, as well as her success in reform as a result of the Counter-Reformation to follow.
Fired Up Catholics
3/20/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks to former Southern Baptist Pastor Andy McNutt about why we don’t always see Catholics fired up about their faith...and what we can do about it.
Conversion of a Baptist Preacher
3/6/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff talks to former Southern Baptist Pastor Andy McNutt about why he chose to convert to the Catholic Faith.
A New Catholic Life
3/6/2009
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Deacon Jeff and convert Bruce Summers discuss Bruce’s journey to the Catholic Faith from the Southern Baptist tradition.
The Rosary
2/20/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and Fr. Jim Blount, a priest of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity from Belize in Central America take on the topic of the Rosary and it’s proper place in Catholic devotion.
Church Authority
2/6/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and noted lawyer Robert Hutton discuss the truth behind the authority of the Church. What must every Catholic believe if they want to call themselves Catholic? What is a Catholic OBLIGATED to accept? And where does opinion come in? And what about binding authority? And, how do you tell the difference? Stay tuned, and we’ll try and clear it all up!
The Death Penalty
1/29/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and noted Death Penalty lawyer Robert Hutton discuss the truth about the Catholic Teaching on the death penalty.
Living Before Dying
1/19/2009
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and guest Deacon Jack Conrad discuss his new book, “Living Before Dying.” In this timely discussion about dealing with the process of you or a loved one dying, the deacons relate many interesting spiritual insights which may help some turn a tragedy into a life blessing - all framed around the beauty of the hospice experience.
Statues And Graven Images
12/29/2008
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and guest “Above Average Catholic,” friend and layperson Bill Drennan discuss the Catholic understanding of statues, paintings, stained glass and other sacred images and their use in worship and benefit to the people of God.
Purgatory
12/22/2008
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and guest "Above Average Catholic", friend and layperson Bill Drennan discuss the Catholic teaching about Purgatory in Sacred Tradition, along with its Scriptural and Patristic origins.
The Authentic Christian Life
12/19/2008
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and guest Mark Underwood talk about transforming your knowledge of faith into action, especially with all the obstacles and hurdles that the modern world puts before you.
Evangelizing Your Environments
12/12/2008
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Deacon Jeff and guest Mark Underwood talk about Mark’s personal discovery of God’s plan for his life, and his call to be an envangelizer in all of his environments. The discussion then turns to the Cursillo Movement and what part it plays in evangelization.
More on the Primacy of Peter
12/2/2008
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Deacon Jeff and Tom Dorian cover the many, many Scripture verses which, when taken together, paint a vivid picture of Peter as the first among the Apostles, and the first Catholic Pope!
The Primacy of Peter
11/26/2008
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Deacon Jeff and Tom Dorian discuss why the Catholic Church teaches that St. Peter was the first pope. They start with Matthew Chapter 16 and link this directly to Isaiah Chapter 22.
The Order of Malta
11/20/2008
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Deacon Jeff and his guests Noreen Falcone and Robert Hutton of the Order of Malta discuss what the Church asks of every layperson..that they actively participate in the saving work of Christ. They discuss the Order of Malta, a Lay Apostolate of the Church, and its role in bringing hope and healing to the sick and the suffering, as well as defending the Catholic Faith.
666:The Number of the Beast
11/14/2008
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and his guest Fr. William Parham discuss the “number of the beast” from a Catholic perspective. The identity of who John refers to as 666 is not only revealed, but explained.
The Book of Revelation
11/7/2008
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Deacon Jeff and his guest Fr. William Parham, a noted biblical scholar, discuss how the Catholic Church views the Book of Revelation and apocalyptic literature.
Apostolic Succession
10/17/2008
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Deacon Jeff and his guest Bishop J. Terry Steib of the Diocese of Memphis, Tennessee take on the topic of Apostolic Succession and why it is so important to the Catholic Faith.
The Church and Science
10/17/2008
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and his guest Fr. Dennis Schenkel discuss what the Church REALLY thinks about science.
Contraception
10/17/2008
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Deacon Jeff and his guest Sr. Francine discuss the Catholic Churches teaching on contraception.
Conversion
10/10/2008
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Deacon Jeff and his guests Judge John and Gigi McCarroll discuss the process of converting to the Catholic Faith from the Episcopal Church.
Faith and Works
9/14/2008
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Deacon Jeff and guest, Fr. John McArthur, offer a general overview on the intertwing roles that Faith and Works play in our Salvation.
Scripture and Tradition
9/14/2008
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Deacon Jeff and guest, Fr. Victor Ciaramitarro, discuss the Catholic understanding of Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition.
The Real Presence and John 6
9/3/2008
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Deacon Jeff and guest, Fr. Ben Bradshaw, discuss the Church’s teaching on the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
The Nature of the Church
9/3/2008
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Duration: 28:30

Deacon Jeff and guest, Fr. Bruce Nieli, discuss the very nature of church and the four "marks" associated with the Church.

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