Episode 163: Leading From Weakness: Authenticity in Fatherhood with Bobby Angel
Jan 30, 2024
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Bobby Angel, Catholic speaker and author, discusses the challenges of fatherhood and the importance of authenticity. They explore the impact of technology on parenting, the need for boundaries, and fostering trust in the family. Bobby encourages relying on prayer and self-reflection for personal growth. They also touch on the loss of innocence, facing unresolved issues, and accepting love. Finally, they highlight the importance of support for clergy and the need for accompaniment in ministry.
Embracing vulnerability and self-reflection leads to internal transformation and an authentic response to God's call.
Balancing work and family life, being present to children, and trusting in God's providence are key aspects of being a loving father.
Video games can be both a source of connection and growth, but must be approached with mindfulness and open conversation within families.
Deep dives
Finding healing and growth through Catholic accompaniment
The podcast episode explores the journey of Bobby Angel, a cradle Catholic with a background in youth ministry and a passion for helping others. Bobby shares his experience of going through the CP map certification program, where he gained a deeper understanding of spirituality, anthropology, and psychology. He emphasizes the importance of being accompanied in one's faith and the transformative power of vulnerability and humility. Bobby also discusses his book, 'Gaming in the Heroic Life,' which explores the integration of video games and discipleship. Overall, the episode highlights the need for ongoing growth and healing and the role of mentoring and support in the journey towards becoming a better husband, father, and disciple.
Being a father amidst financial challenges
The podcast episode delves into the challenges of being a father and provider amidst financial difficulties. Bobby shares his personal experiences of feeling the weight of responsibility and the pressure to provide for his family. He emphasizes the importance of trust in God's providence and the practice of turning to prayer in times of uncertainty. Bobby also reflects on the need to embrace humility and vulnerability, admitting mistakes, and seeking forgiveness. The episode suggests that finding a balance between work and family life and valuing being present to one's children is crucial in being an effective and loving father.
The role of video games in our lives
The podcast episode explores the topic of video games and their place in our lives. Bobby discusses the different motivations behind gaming, such as the desire for adventure, community, or experiencing beauty. He acknowledges the potential pitfalls of excessive gaming and escapism. However, Bobby emphasizes that video games can also offer opportunities for connection, growth, and exploring important themes like heroism. He invites listeners to consider how video games can be integrated into a healthy and balanced life and encourages families to engage in open and honest conversations about gaming.
The need for self-care and vulnerability
The podcast episode highlights the importance of self-care and vulnerability for personal growth and well-being. Bobby shares his own struggles with self-care and the tendency to prioritize others' needs over his own. He discusses the value of embracing vulnerability and seeking support, both in his own journey and in accompanying others. Bobby also emphasizes the need for humility, acknowledging weaknesses and mistakes, and being open to ask for forgiveness. The episode encourages listeners to prioritize self-care and self-awareness, recognizing that true growth requires vulnerability and a willingness to confront one's limitations.
The journey of ministry and Catholic accompaniment
The podcast episode explores Bobby Angel's personal journey in ministry and the role of Catholic accompaniment. Bobby discusses his initial involvement in youth ministry and his discernment of the priesthood. He shares how he met his wife and their journey together in serving the Church. Bobby highlights the need for authentic accompaniment in ministry, where individuals are listened to, seen, and supported in their faith journeys. The episode emphasizes the importance of humility and a willingness to learn and grow in ministry, as well as the power of being a witness in one's own life and experiences.
Welcome to Episode 163 of the Being Human Podcast: Leading From Weakness: Authenticity in Fatherhood with Bobby Angel
In this episode, Dr. Greg dives into conversation with Bobby Angel, a Catholic speaker, author, and one of our Partner Mentors at CatholicPsych. Bobby shares the challenges of being a husband and a father, and how we are all called to humility, self-reflection, and internal transformation as we serve the Lord in ministry.
They also talk about the impact of technology and gaming on parenting, the need for setting boundaries at home, and the importance of fostering trust, validation and support in the family. He encourages us to rely on the power of prayer, and to entrust our lives to God’s plan.
Discussed in the Episode:
The inspiring journey of Bobby and how the CPMAP Certification of CatholicPsych has transformed him to become a better version of himself - as a husband, a father, and a son of God
The importance of humility and of recognizing our need for ongoing growth, learning and deepening
How embracing vulnerability, turning inward and confronting the uncomfortable and unsettling aspects of ourselves transform how we see our identity and how we respond to God’s call for us
How intentionally practicing mindfulness amid our busy lives make us more effective instruments of healing to our family, our communities and in our ministry
How fathers are called to become sources of encouragement and trustworthy examples of authenticity and integrity to their children
How gaming echoes with our call to holiness, how we can pursue a heroic life and how we can respond to that call both in our virtual and real world as taught by Bobby’s new book, Gaming and the Heroic Life
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