Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)
Ascension
Ask Fr. Josh is the podcast where I hear you out and do my best to help you navigate the tricky times in life when our Catholic Faith doesn’t give you an easy “fill-in-the blank” answer. On this show, we’ll listen to one another, problem solve together, and ultimately entrust everything to our Lord. If this is your first time tuning in, here’s how the show goes: Each episode, I'll address three to four of your questions. I’ll cover everything from Catholic teaching to moral dilemmas to relationship advice. I'm not perfect, and I can’t guarantee that my advice is going to make things easy, but I'll do my best to share what I've learned during my time as a priest, pastor, and friend.
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Episodes
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Sep 1, 2022 • 42min
Be My Guest: Do You Know What You Believe? (with Sarah Swafford)
What do we believe and why do we believe it? This week, Fr. Josh is joined by special guest Sarah Swafford to discuss the new series What We Believe. Sarah shares some of her favorite aspects of the series and why this series is so important for people today.
Snippet From the Show
Let the stirring of your heart be illuminated by your mind.
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Aug 25, 2022 • 28min
Anointing of the Sick vs. Last Rites
Discover the intriguing distinctions between the Anointing of the Sick and Last Rites. Fr. Josh sheds light on how each sacrament contributes to spiritual healing and preparation for death. A moving story of a young man, Blessed Carlo Acutis, illustrates living a faithful life and embracing a holy death. The impact of prayer on families and children's faith development also takes center stage, highlighting the importance of community support and the transformative power of the Eucharist.
Aug 18, 2022 • 32min
How Can the Saints Hear Us?
Welcome back to this new season of Ask Fr. Josh! In this episode, Fr. Josh responds to a question on how the saints are able to hear us when we pray to them. He also shares about a saint who we can look to to help us break boundaries and serve the Lord beyond our own capacity.
Snippet From the Show
We were created for Jesus and only he will satisfy us.
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Jun 2, 2022 • 19min
Bringing Children to Mass, Stations of the Cross Outside of Lent, and Altar Servers
In this episode, Fr. Josh answers questions on bringing children to Mass, praying the Stations of the Cross outside of Lent, and understanding rules around altar servers.
Snippet From the Show
Jesus is always inviting you to enter more deeply into the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
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May 26, 2022 • 23min
Catholic Apparel, Treating Yourself, and Valid Baptisms
In this episode, Fr. Josh answers questions about wearing Catholic apparel and accessories, whether or not it is ok to “treat yourself,” and what makes a Baptism valid.
Snippet From the Show
We have to take care of ourselves so that we can pour ourselves out for others.
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May 19, 2022 • 17min
Seeking Catholic Friendship, Obstacles to Entering the Church, and a Desire for Heaven
In this episode, Fr. Josh answers questions on how to develop Catholic friendships, what to do with obstacles to entering the Church, and having a desire for Heaven.
Snippet From the Show
If you pursue Jesus and the sacraments, God will provide the grace you need to face any obstacles.
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May 12, 2022 • 23min
Tears in Heaven, Mary and Anger, and Struggling with Scrupulosity
In this episode, Fr. Josh answers questions about whether or not there are tears in Heaven, Mary feeling anger, and how to work through scrupulosity.
Snippet From the Show
In Heaven, we will see things as God sees them.
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May 5, 2022 • 16min
Donating Your Body to Science, Old Testament Saints, and the Story of Veronica
In this episode, Fr. Josh answers questions about donating your body to science, Old Testament Saints, and the story of Veronica. Fr. Josh also shares some of the fruits of his recent trip to Italy.
Snippet From the Show
We are called to imitate the virtues of the saints so that we can persevere in our walk toward Heaven.
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Apr 28, 2022 • 41min
Be My Guest: Motherhood, Mary, and Favorite Female Saints with Lisa Cotter
In this episode, Fr. Josh and guest Lisa Cotter discuss the desire (or lack thereof) for motherhood, how we can be like Mary, and what are some of their favorite female saints. Lisa also shares a little about her new book Reveal the Gift: Living the Feminine Genius.
Snippet From the Show
There is so much freedom in how femininity can be expressed and how feminine gifts can be lived.
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Apr 21, 2022 • 29min
Be My Guest: Signs from God, Fear in Discernment, and Patience with Fr. Gregory Pine
In this episode, Fr. Josh and guest Fr. Pine discuss signs from God, what to do with fear in discernment, and how to be patient with someone who is indecisive. Fr. Pine also shares about his new book: Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly.
Snippet From the Show
Sometimes the Lord prompts us to ask for a sign, and sometimes the Lord asks us to trust and to choose.
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