In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the fact that we as gentlemen desire to be competent and capable in the world. A man wants to know (or at least feel like he knows) that no matter what situation he’s placed in, he’ll be able to handle himself — to act rather than react.Thank you to our Sponsor CatholicMatch - Click Here to Set Up Your Free Profile TodayIn this episode we discuss; Practical Skills Every Man Should Develop Relationship Skills Spiritual Practices and Disciplines  And more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the role of a husband and father as the spiritual head of the family. Through the conversation, they challenge men to take a more active role in fostering a vibrant domestic church and provide tangible steps on how this can be achieved. True manliness is not about assuming a passive or subservient role in matters of your family's faith. True manliness is about having the courage to charitably plan and guide.In this episode we discuss; The unfortunate passivity lived in the lives of many modern husbands and fathers Non-negotiable spiritual practices to take as a family Negotiable spiritual disciplines that are filled with meaning and are great traditions Overall atmosphere that can help in your domestic church And More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam are joined by Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss the moral decay and decline of right order in society. We get into how separation of church and state is not of divine origin and how an inability to admit this creates a false reality that leads to injustice towards God. Let us all take on the responsibility to bring God's natural and divine law to renew the mind of society.In this episode we discuss; What are the Root Causes of the Crisis Society is in How College Students Today are Unprepared to Think How the Renewal of the Mind is Needed Today More Than Ever How Lack of Zeal for Life is Not the Issue Dr. Scott Hahn's Work to Bring About Change and Order to Society And More... It Is Right and Just: Why the Future of Civilization Depends on True Religion - Click Here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the life lessons that men have to learn to mature and grow in wisdom, holiness, and virtue. Going through life with an attempt to avoid difficulties and suffering will stunt your development as a man and lead to selfishness. We both get honest about our youthful immaturity and how God has worked in our weakness to make us stronger men.In this episode we discuss; Learning to accept God's Will How To Appreciate and Respect Women Development in the Spiritual Life And More...   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the timeless requirements of a man within the modern dating scene. They bring clarity to what is the appropriate outlook with dating and how gentlemen should view relationships within the wisdom of the Church.In this episode we discuss; Why You Should Always Avoid Sneaky Dating Learn To Listen In The Digital Space How To Protect Her Dignity and Yours Why Courage Is Necessary And Masculine And More... Catholic Gentleman thanks our Sponsor CatholicMatch - Create Your FREE Account Now - Click HereFor Additional Guidance and Tips on Relationships - Click Here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John meets with Kevin Wells to discuss the life of a man and likely future saint that we can all learn a great deal from. If you have never heard of Venerable Fr. Aloysius Schwartz, who died in 1992 after saving tens of thousands of children, this episode is worth your time. His adventurous spirit and passionate devotion to Our Lady brought him to the depths of faith that few of us achieve in this life. His work and legacy continue today through the order of the Sisters of Mary.In this episode we discuss; How Fr. Al Schwartz fought corruption His never-ending drive to follow God's will How he physically fought a mob boss His love of The Virgin of the Poor and Her miraculous working in his life And More... Priest and Beggar: The Heroic Life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz - Click HereWorld Villages for Children (Sisters of Mary) - Click Here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss why a man is incomplete without religion. We go through the relativistic and consumerist mindset of the modern world, and finish with how Christ's Church is the only point of truth we as men can trust.In this episode we discuss: How to avoid worshipping yourself or false gods Why religion is not a commodity for people to pick and choose How religion, when rightly understood and embraced, is liberating What the Council of Trent had to say about religion And More... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone. He has been in the news for the past few months and we discuss topics from the Eucharistic Coherence document, primacy of conscience, as well as how men can conduct themselves with dignity and truth in the public space. Join us as His Excellency provides us with clarity and direction.In this episode we discuss: How the primacy of conscience is used as an evasion tactic The Eucharistic Coherence document and what can be expected How we as men can help and support the bishops And More.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Devin Schadt, a Catholic Gentleman and premier scholar on Fatherhood and St. Joseph. We get honest about the struggles we all face to consistently be a good and loving father, how to understand our roles as a Catholic Spiritual Father, and how to raise a holy family filled with love and virtue. You will not want to miss this episode! We are giving away some free books - listen and find out how to get one Learn about the crisis caused by an incorrect understanding of fatherhood in society Learn how to successfully pray the rosary as a family Learn how CUSTOS: Total Consecration through St. Joseph is perfectly made for fathers And More... Devin Schadt is the executive director of the Fathers of St. Joseph, an apostolate that labors for the restoration, redemption, and revitalization of fatherhood. He is also the creator of a great YouTube channel The Catholic Father - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTIoghdiSiI5JRAxn3PgWmQ.Devin is the author of 19 books on fatherhood and/or St. Jospeh; and is the creator of the video-devotional system LEAD: The Four Marks of Fatherly Greatness. Devin lives with his wife and five daughters in the Midwest. Fathers of St. Joseph - https://fathersofstjoseph.orgCustos: Total Consecration Through Saint Joseph - https://tanbooks.com/saints/saint-joseph/custos-total-consecration-through-saint-josephFor other books and resources from Devin Schadt, visit the Fathers of St. Joseph link above. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss some of the best ways to be happy, find purpose, and grow in masculine virtue. Generosity can present itself in many different ways, each of unique merit, and all of them necessary to becoming a well-rounded and intentional man. Join us. Learn this mark of a true gentleman How generosity and gratefulness go hand in hand How many times generosity is mentioned in the Catechism How generosity with accepting children is part of growing in holiness And more… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices