The Catholic Couple

In the conclusion of the 3 part series on "Metanoia" (to change your mind to think more like God), Bobby and Katie sit down with Katie's cousin, Jessica, who is a licensed school social-worker.  Topics addressed on this episode:growth mindset vs. fixed mindsetself talkhow to talk to your kidsstrategies to help yourself and children why breathing is importantpracticing the present momentBooks, Videos, and other media to help reinforce these topics:Psychological study and book: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322Big Life Journal (for kids of all ages--encourages Growth Mindset): https://biglifejournal.com/Belly Breathing with Sesame Street: https://youtu.be/_mZbzDOpylAGrowth Mindset with Sesame Street: https://youtu.be/SnrHZ_uvtxkSelf talk for kids: https://youtu.be/Wd4t2isoO_c   AND  https://youtu.be/5nS8vWqO6ZIWe have an Instagram!  Follow us!! https://www.instagram.com/thecatholiccouple1/https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

In Part 2 of "Metanoia" (to change your mind to think more like God), Bobby and Katie discuss what it means to think like Jesus thinks.9 Practical ways to think more like Christ:IdentityPurposeYou are Not AloneDialogue with GodComparison with OthersSurrenderForgivenessGenerositySaturated in TruthBooks, songs, and other media addressed on this episode:I AM by Chris Stefanick- https://www.amazon.com/AM_-Rewrite-Your-Name-REROUTE-Life/dp/0998168815The Search-https://www.thesearchbegins.org/CompariSIN series by Father Mike Schmitz- https://bulldogcatholic.org/series-comparisin/Prayer of Transformation- https://www.pinterest.com/pin/348817933620156322/"I Surrender" song- https://youtu.be/jgsqfjRslzA (be careful with this song, you WILL cry)https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

Bobby and Katie begin a 3 part series on thinking.  Metanoia is a Greek word that simply means to change one's mind.  We are called as Christians to think as God thinks, to have the mind of Christ.  In this episode, Bobby and Katie discuss the importance of thinking about your thoughts, mindset, weeding out the negative, and self talk.  https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

This week Bobby and Katie go over what they are doing to start the year off right: focusing on intentionality and self-mastery with Jesus at the center.  They talk about plans and new year's resolutions that give a jump-start to Lent.Show Notes:The Bible in One Year Podcast with Father Mike: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-in-a-year-with-fr-mike-schmitz/id1539568321Life in weeks: https://stoicreflections.com/Find the Blessing, Be the Blessing, Be Blessed: https://www.tonyrobbins.com/podcasts/find-the-blessing/What Bob is doing: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-infoWhat Katie is doing: https://www.mag90.com/Books mentioned:Resilience: https://www.amazon.com/Resilience-Hard-Won-Wisdom-Living-Better/dp/0544705262#ace-g2342880709The Way of the Pilgrim (Jesus prayer): https://www.amazon.com/Way-Pilgrim-Continues-His/dp/189738436X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3IK4DHL97KQNE&dchild=1&keywords=the+way+of+the+pilgrim+book&qid=1611806771&s=books&sprefix=the+way+of+the+pilgrim%2Cstripbooks%2C213&sr=1-3Practicing the Presence of God: https://www.amazon.com/Practice-Presence-Brother-Lawrence-Resurrection/dp/0935216219/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2C4DPI96ISWAC&dchild=1&keywords=practicing+the+presence+of+god+by+brother+lawrence&qid=1611806867&s=books&sprefix=practicing+the+pre%2Cstripbooks%2C202&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzU0hRSkJHT0NBRE5RJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTE5Mjk0MTdMVlNRM0kwTkQyVCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTM1MzI3MldOQzFVOEJMWjBKRyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

Listen to hear Avery (7) and Brayden (4) ask Father Eduardo questions about God, heaven, angels, and prayers in this sweet bonus episode. https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

Bobby and Katie have their first guest, Father Eduardo Malagon, to talk about Spiritual Warfare.  Fr. Eduardo is the pastor of St. Casimir Church and All Saints Church in North Hammond, Indiana.  Topics discussed:What is Spiritual Warfare?How is evil still happening if Jesus defeated it?Equipping yourself for "combat"Ghosts/Hauntings and what is REALLY behind themP.S. Keep an eye out for a special BONUS episode where Bobby and Katie's two young children ask Father questions about faith!https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

Bobby goes to his first Latin Mass and has some thoughts on the both/and principle of Catholicism.  Also, Katie and Bobby discuss their move to a new parish as well.Show notes:Guidance if attending a Latin Mass for the first time: https://onepeterfive.com/suggestions-for-those-new-to-the-latin-mass/St. John Cantius Church:  https://www.cantius.org/Bobby and Katie's New Parish: https://www.stjohnparish.org/https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

This week Bobby and Katie continue their discussion on Catholicism in modern culture.  They go back and forth between TV, movies, music, and books and discuss ways to find Catholic teaching within them.  The best question to ask:  is this cultivating more vice or virtue within me?The Catholic Couple Email: thecatholiccouplepodcast@gmail.comShow notes from discussion:Down To Earth with Zac Efron https://www.netflix.com/title/80230601The Splendid and the Vile https://www.amazon.com/Splendid-Vile-Churchill-Family-Defiance-ebook/dp/B07TRVW6VXBlog mentioned: https://catholicallyear.com/blog/good-omens-and-lucifer-are-both-wrong-about-angels-and-devils-but-one-of-them-is-is-also-wrong-about-god-and-human-beings/humanprogress.orghttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

We're back!  After a few months of travel and family time, Bobby and Katie recap their time together and attempt to touch on some things going on in pop culture.  Katie thought she was going to play a game....but Bobby had something different in mind!Show notes:https://www.citymuseum.org/Good News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dale-schroeder-iowa-man-used-secret-fortune-to-send-strangers-to-college-2019-07-24/We the Kingdom "Don't Tread on Me" https://youtu.be/9dowS2k2TS4 and "Holy Water" https://youtu.be/l0xhhG1Hyoshttps://www.dreamsresorts.com/en_us/resorts/mexico/riviera-cancun.htmlThe Catholic Couple Email: thecatholiccouplepodcast@gmail.comhttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

In this episode of The Catholic Couple, Bobby and Katie discuss their first attempt at holding a "marriage meeting" inspired by the book Marriage Meetings for Lasting Love: 30 Minutes a Week to the Relationship You've Always Wanted by Marcia Naomi Berger (link to the book below).The Catholic Couple Email: thecatholiccouplepodcast@gmail.comThe meeting agenda from the book:1.  Showing Appreciation (within the last week)2.  Discuss domestic economy/household chores/daily life issues3.  Planning for good times4.  Resolving big issuesaaaand then we put some Jesus into it:1.  Pray over the meeting 2.  Showing Appreciation (within the last week)3.  Discuss domestic economy/household chores/daily life issues4.  Planning for good times5.  Resolving big issues6.  Spouses spontaneously pray over one another individuallyShow notes:Book: https://www.amazon.com/Marriage-Meetings-Lasting-Love-Relationship/dp/1608682234Podcast interview with the author: https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/podcast-611-how-a-weekly-marriage-meeting-can-strengthen-your-relationship/Other books and websites mentioned:Jesus Shock: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Shock-Peter-Kreeft/dp/1937509176/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=jesus+shock&qid=1590726210&s=books&sr=1-1Fortitude: https://www.amazon.com/Fortitude-American-Resilience-Era-Outrage/dp/1538733307/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=krenshaw&qid=1590726336&s=books&sr=1-1Thrift Books: https://www.thriftbooks.com/https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85