Catching Foxes

SHOW NOTES Luke tells me grace builds upon nature, again, but then he says that's why parishes need to study how to run successful non-profits. Wait a second. Hold on a minute. Didn't Luke pour haterade on everything I said in the past that involved similar suggestions? We yell.Sponsored By:The Liturgical Institute: A weekend immersed in the authentically Catholic teaching on the liturgy.Via Catholic: Become a youth ministry missionary with Via Catholic and the Archdiocese of CincinnatiSupport Catching FoxesLinks:VIA Catholic — VIA is a way of life that is joy -- a boundless horizon. Our initiatives extend a personal invitation for youth, youth ministers, campus ministers, coaches and athletes to seek the face of Christ in the life of the Catholic Church. They are opportunities to enter into a journey marked by companionship that shapes the way we live our lives and carry out ministry. VIA is movement. Youth Evangelization and Discipleship | Archdiocese of Cincinnati — We seek  the face of Christ in the life of the Catholic Church and bear witness – inviting youth to join on the Way. VIA Missionaries — VIA Catholic — THE VIA MISSIONARY INITIATIVE  As VIA is a movement of the Holy Spirit at work in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, we are looking for a unique gift of self from our missionaries. These individuals answer the call to serve the youth of the Archdiocese by radically living out the mission of VIA as part of a community seeking the face of Christ in the life of the Catholic Church and bearing witness -- inviting youth to join on the Way.Catholic Young Adult Liturgy Conference — During this weekend you will participate in five fun and challenging classroom lectures with Liturgical Institute faculty members, plus a special evening presentation called “Drinking With the Saints,” which includes a "liturgical" cocktail tasting. Chicago Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Perry will join us for Sunday Mass with the beautiful music of the Liturgical Institute schola, after which he will speak on the value of liturgical tradition. Each day will be enriched by sung Mass and chanted Liturgy of the Hours, and your room and all your meals are included in the registration fee.

LinksSupport Catching FoxesLinks:Gomer and Luke are creating Catching Foxes | Patreon — Tired of consuming, we decided to create. And you listened, which is kind of amazing. So, we are going all in and creating the type of show you've always wanted. Jonestown Massacre: What You Should Know About Cult Murder-Suicide - Rolling Stone — A look back at the infamous 1978 mass murder-suicide, one of the most harrowing tragedies in American history Dear Franklin Jones — Growing up, Jonathan’s family was a little different. They followed a controversial spiritual leader named Franklin Jones. Covenant Communities: Are They Cults? — Since my article "Covenant Community: A failed promise" was picked up by Cultic Studies Journal several people have asked whether I thought that covenant communities such as People of Praise, The Word of God, Alleluia!, Sword of the Spirit, etc. are cults. Even though there seem to be 'cultish' aspects to them, I doubt that they are. Members are free to read the papers, go to the church of their choice, vote Republican or Democrat, work for secular firms, and join Rotary or Kiwanis. There is no physical restraint. How to Cult – Medium — From Heaven’s Gate to the Peoples Temple, cults have captivated the public consciousness for decades. Perhaps it’s because we lack a consensus on how they function: Cult members often don’t realize that they’re in a cult, and the rest of us want to think it could never happen to us. But could it? In this series, Kathleen Toohill peels back the layers of cult psychology, history, and logistics to bring clarity to this contentious, and occasionally dangerous, grey area. Author on Rise, Fall of a Charismatic Community - CBN.com - YouTube — Author on Rise, Fall of a Charismatic Community - CBN.com 'Holy Sh*t, We’re in a Cult!' - YouTube — EnlightenNext was an organization, founded by self-styled guru Andrew Cohen, that aimed to facilitate spiritual awakening. Cohen’s most devoted students meditated for hours—at times, months—on end, were often celibate, and lived together. However, what started as an idealistic venture quickly turned into a complicated, sinister world. Read more: https://www.theatlantic.com/video/ind... Why do people join cults? - Janja Lalich - YouTube — Why do people join cults? - Janja Lalich

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Bacevich argues that if the nation is to solve its predicament, it will need the revival of a distinctly American approach: the neglected tradition of realism. Amazon.com: Truman (Audible Audio Edition): David McCullough, Nelson Runger, Simon & Schuster Audio: Books — Hailed by critics as an American masterpiece, David McCullough's sweeping biography of Harry S. Truman captured the heart of the nation. The life and times of the 33rd president of the United States, Truman provides a deeply moving look at an extraordinary, singular American.Blowback (intelligence) - Wikipedia — Blowback is a term originating from within the American Intelligence community, denoting the unintended consequences, unwanted side-effects, or suffered repercussions of a covert operation that fall back on those responsible for the aforementioned operations. To the civilians suffering the blowback of covert operations, the effect typically manifests itself as "random" acts of political violence without a discernible, direct cause; because the public—in whose name the intelligence agency acted—are unaware of the effected secret attacks that provoked revenge (counter-attack) against them.[1] Biblical Series II: Genesis 1: Chaos & Order - YouTube — Lecture II in my Psychological Significance of the Biblical Stories from May 23 at Isabel Bader Theatre, Toronto. In this lecture, I present Genesis 1, which presents the idea that a pre-existent cognitive structure (God the Father) uses the Logos, the Christian Word, the second Person of the Trinity, to generate habitable order out of precosmogonic chaos at the beginning of time. It is in that Image that Man and Woman are created -- indicating, perhaps, that it is (1) through speech that we participate in the creation of the cosmos of experience and (2) that what true speech creates is good. 117: Who Is Jordan Peterson? | The Word on Fire Show — Dr. Jordan Peterson, a clinical psychologist and mythology enthusiast, has exploded onto the scene, becoming the world’s most popular intellectual figure in just a few short months. Who is he and what should you know about him? And why have his ideas gained so much traction, especially young men? Over the next couple episodes, Bishop Barron and Brandon Vogt discuss the Jordan Peterson phenomenon and reflect on his work from a Catholic perspective. A listener asks whether it’s fine to use secular mindfulness meditation to relieve anxiety. Jocko Podcast 112 w/ Jordan Peterson — Jocko Podcast 112 w/ Jordan Peterson - Life is Hard. 12 Rules for Life. Jordan Peterson walks through 12 Rules for Life — Rule 1: Stand up straight with your shoulders backWhy Are So Many Patients Noncompliant? — • A study of over 75,000 commercially insured patients found that 30% failed to fill a new prescription, and new prescriptions for chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol were not filled 20%-22% of the time. Jordan Peterson walks through 12 Rules for Life — Rule 2: Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping Who is Joseph Campbell? Bios in 3 minutes or less — Joseph Campbell was a 20th century comparative mythologist who looked at the religions and myths of the world and noticed a common thread. His findings would go onto impact cinema forever when filmmakers such as George Lucas used his theories to structure his stories. In this video, Bradley gives a brief overview in three minutes or less. CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Antinomianism — The heretical doctrine that Christians are exempt from the obligations of moral law. The term first came into use at the Protestant Reformation, when it was employed by Martin Luther to designate the teachings of Johannes Agricola and his sectaries, who, pushing a mistaken and perverted interpretation of the Reformer's doctrine of justification by faith alone to a far-reaching but logical conclusion, asserted that, as good works do not promote salvation, so neither do evil works hinder it; and, as all Christians are necessarily sanctified by their very vocation and profession, so as justified Christians, they are incapable of losing their spiritual holiness, justification, and final salvation by any act of disobedience to, or even by any direct violation of the law of God.No More Mr Nice Guy: A Proven Plan for Getting What You Want in Love, Sex, and Life: Robert A. Glover: 9780762415335: Amazon.com: Books — Originally published as an e-book that became a controversial media phenomenon, No More Mr. Nice Guy! landed its author, a certified marriage and family therapist, on The O'Reilly Factor and the Rush Limbaugh radio show. Dr. Robert Glover has dubbed the "Nice Guy Syndrome" trying too hard to please others while neglecting one's own needs, thus causing unhappiness and resentfulness. It's no wonder that unfulfilled Nice Guys lash out in frustration at their loved ones, claims Dr. Glover. He explains how they can stop seeking approval and start getting what they want in life, by presenting the information and tools to help them ensure their needs are met, to express their emotions, to have a satisfying sex life, to embrace their masculinity and form meaningful relationships with other men, and to live up to their creative potential.The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business: Charles Duhigg: 8601406381322: Amazon.com: Books — In The Power of Habit, Pulitzer Prize–winning business reporter Charles Duhigg takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. Distilling vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives that take us from the boardrooms of Procter & Gamble to sidelines of the NFL to the front lines of the civil rights movement, Duhigg presents a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential. At its core, The Power of Habit contains an exhilarating argument: The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, being more productive, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. As Duhigg shows, by harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives.61: Jordan B. Peterson finally asked about the Catholic Faith - YouTube — 61: Jordan B. Peterson finally asked about the Catholic Faith

Show Notes -Dealing with Tithing when you have no money! -Are priests/clergy in touch with the wider culture? -Retaining charity while making a big purchase -Best Movie, Oscars -The Actual Pope John Paul Confession Story -Face-to-Face or behind the screen -The importance of being punched in the face -More sad when an animal or a person dies in a movie? -Young Adult Summit, Washington, D.C. in May -STEPHANIE G.!Support Catching FoxesLinks:Full List of 2018 Oscar Nominations – Variety — Best Picture: “Call Me by Your Name” “Darkest Hour” “Dunkirk” “Get Out” “Lady Bird” “Phantom Thread” “The Post” “The Shape of Water” “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”Get Out (2017) – Meeting the Parents Scene HD - YouTube — Get Out (2017) – Meeting the Parents Scene HD Jerry Seinfeld - All Awards Are Stupid - YouTube — Jerry Seinfeld - All Awards Are Stupid Please Don’t Thank Me for My Service - The New York Times — To these vets, thanking soldiers for their service symbolizes the ease of sending a volunteer army to wage war at great distance — physically, spiritually, economically. It raises questions of the meaning of patriotism, shared purpose and, pointedly, what you’re supposed to say to those who put their lives on the line and are uncomfortable about being thanked for it.

Show Notes! I was going to cut out the Black Panther part for the Patreon crew, but thought, "This is hot!" Also, I actually yelled at Luke at one point during the review, so I kept it in there.Support Catching FoxesLinks:Amazing Grace Life in Christ 01 - YouTube — nerdy Gomer explains the first part of the Life In Christ series for the Amazing Grace Young Adults group. SHOW MORE 'Black Panther' brings in a record-breaking box office weekend - Feb. 18, 2018 — "Black Panther," Marvel's first film directed by an African-American, brought in an estimated $201.8 million for its three-day debut in North America this weekend. That's the fifth biggest opening of all time. The opening for the film starring Chadwick Boseman and Michael B. Jordan did not just shatter expectations, it broke multiple box office records too.Code of Canon Law - IntraText — Can.  1249 The divine law binds all the Christian faithful to do penance each in his or her own way. In order for all to be united among themselves by some common observance of penance, however, penitential days are prescribed on which the Christian faithful devote themselves in a special way to prayer, perform works of piety and charity, and deny themselves by fulfilling their own obligations more faithfully and especially by observing fast and abstinence, according to the norm of the following canons. Catechism of the Catholic Church - IntraText — 1431 Interior repentance is a radical reorientation of our whole life, a return, a conversion to God with all our heart, an end of sin, a turning away from evil, with repugnance toward the evil actions we have committed. At the same time it entails the desire and resolution to change one's life, with hope in God's mercy and trust in the help of his grace. This conversion of heart is accompanied by a salutary pain and sadness which the Fathers called animi cruciatus (affliction of spirit) and compunctio cordis (repentance of heart).24 Gomer's Guide to Confession | Part 3 "Satisfaction" - YouTube — Gomer's Guide to Confession | Part 3 "Satisfaction" Gomer's Guide to Confession | Part 2 "Confessing Sins" - YouTube — Gomer's Guide to Confession | Part 2 "Confessing Sins" Gomer's Guide to Confession | Part One "On Contrition" - YouTube — Gomer's Guide to Confession | Part One "On Contrition"

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SHOW NOTES Pride is the disordered love of self. Listen in as Luke tells the tale of his ranting and raving at his wife at how all these Catholic podcasts are stupid crap. It's awesome. Also, Gomer really hates it when people say, "A personal relationship with Jesus is too protestant." So he unloads on a guy who wrote a Catholic Answers post saying it's bad theology and bad youth ministry. Gomer contends, with an EPIC Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI quote, that this article is horse shit. THANK YOU Thanks to our two sponsors, Kreager Consulting and The Catholic Card Game, for sponsoring our show. Please see the sponsor notes below for the links! Thank you to our PATREON Supporters. Without you, think couldn't be possible. A new episode is coming next Monday, now that Gomer's throat has mostly healed. $10+ Club: Sarah Schweitzer, Bradley Stiver, Kyndall Jackson, Catherine LeBlanc, Eric Ambos, Zach Jarrell, and Kevin Fenter!Sponsored By:Kreager Consulting: Click this link provided in the show notes to find out how to take your app or website from idea to completed project with Kreager Consulting. Thanks to KreagerConsulting.com for supporting this show!The Catholic Card Game: Push The Catholic Card Game to $29,000 before February 15 and they'll create a Catching Foxes Expansion Pack! Wahooo!Support Catching FoxesLinks:Friendship with Jesus: Pope Benedict XVI Talks to Children on Their First Holy Communion: Pope Benedict XVI, Amy Welborn, Ann Engelhart: 9781586176198: Amazon.com: Books — To receive Jesus in Holy Communion is to enter into a lifelong friendship with him. In this beautifully illustrated book, Amy Welborn, well-known author and blogger, introduces Pope Benedict's profound yet simple answers to various questions put to him by children in Rome who had recently made their First Holy Communion.Father Benedict XVI is a Friend of Jesus Christ - Crisis Magazine — While the buzz word of Ratzinger’s masterful homily became his denunciation of what he styled the “dictatorship of relativism,” the central nexus of Ratzinger’s homily, I believe, lay elsewhere. He was not a prophet of doom unleashing canons of denunciation on culture, but a lover who was eager to share the love of his life, Jesus ChristLet Us Become Friends of Jesus: Meditations on Prayer: Pope Benedict XVI, Jeanne Kun: 9781593252243: Amazon.com: BooksThe Catholic Card Game - a party game for Catholics by Matt Martinusen — Kickstarter — This epic creation was designed with the Catholic Church as our inspiration. Each card draws from the faith including areas such as homeschool stereotypes, ancient tradition, and current Catholic celebrities. It is one giant inside joke for Catholics around the world.  The Catholic Card Game includes 80 prompt cards and 400 answer cards. The amount of possible combinations is similar to the number of Abraham's descendants. A holy lot!Kreager Consulting – Just another WordPress site — We begin by learning about you: how your business processes work, who your customer base is, and how you are currently using software. We then offer solutions with you in mind.

SHOW NOTES Death is here. It comes for us all. Luke, a post-stroke human person who cannot ride roller coasters or lift weights due to his stroke, was in two car accidents, saw a drugged-out neighbor, and then had to rush to the emergency room because he thought was about to die from a stroke-related problem. He didn't die. And while I am a little upset that he didn't take one for the team, I'm still happy he's alive. Really just so he could introduce me to the "Fat Betty" song.Support Catching Foxes