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This week we speak with the Director of Catholic Answers, Tim Staples about his personal journey, combined with the Art of Apologetics to prove that the catholic Faith is the true religion of God on earth and the actual Church established by Jesus Christ himself. Tim was a former Baptist and Assemblies of God Pastor after his Catholic friend in the United States Marines challenged him , which set him on a journey which led him to cross the tiber to the faith. Tim was the man who initially inspired George Manassa the host and founder of this show to study his way into the faith, so this episode has some sentimental significance. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link: www.catholic.com     -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia

This week we have former Anglican Bishop of Rochester, who came to the fullness of truth in the Catholic faith, now the Rev. Fr Nazir Ali. He is now a priest in the Ordinariate created by pope Benedict XVI in 2011 and currently teaches at Oxford University, and is president of OXTRAD and continues to contribute towards unity. He has a profound story of how he once was working as Anglican Bishop to help Catholics and Anglicans reach unity, which facilitated his conviction to cross the tiber himself. This is an episode not to be missed and a rich story which will leave you amazed.   -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link: https://www.michaelnazirali.com/    -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia  

This week we launch Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers' Book: 'Our Life of Service' The Handbook for Catholic Deacons This week we discuss what exactly is the vocation to the Diaconate, and what exactly inspired him to write this book for helping men discern and become better deacons for today. Most importantly how the role of the deacon assists laity and empowers them to live the universal call to holiness further. He draws 3 Practical tools from the book and shares with us, as a sneak peak.   This is a book everyone must buy and help grow the awareness about the life and mission of the diaconate.   -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link: https://deaconharold.com/    -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia  

This week we meet with the Vicar General of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Australia and Parish Priest of St Andrew's Ukrainian Catholic Church, Lidcombe, Sydney: the Very Rev. Archpriest Fr Simon Ckuj. He is here to inform us about the reality of what is actually happening in Ukraine at this very devastating time. We focus on the spiritual and historical significance of the country and the faith of the people and formation of the Ukrainian orthodox and Catholic Churches. Touching upon the Byzantine tradition and it's development. Fr Simon then proceeds to provide us with some very important 3 Practical Tools for us to better our faith and learn from the faith and persecution of the Ukrainian People. As it can act as an example for us at this present time to deepen our relationship with God.   HELP Ukraine with your appeal below: https://www.caritas.org.au/donate/ukraine-appeal/  -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link: https://www.caritas.org.au/donate/ukraine-appeal/  -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia

This week we launch the new book Dying to Live - Reflections on Life After Death by John Flader. This is a spectacular book which takes the most vital questions of our existence and ponders on the origins of the world, the existence of a God, and most importantly what will happen when we die. In this book he attempts to make the case for the existence of meaning in our lives, the existence of the soul outside the body, and finally the existence of a deity. He tackles this from a purely human perspective attracting all people to these questions. The remarkable parts of this book is that it draws on empirical evidence through the experience of people having a 'near death experience' and return to the body after. They leave us with much wisdom and data to draw upon, in making a decision regarding our own spiritual awareness.  Towards the conclusion of the book, the additional extra cases are made for why Jesus also may provide us with more of this very key 'data' about the spiritual world. At least he would be world listening to! Then this 'Church' which he founded which has stood the test of time and preached the truth may also be worth considering. In no way does the book impose the faith upon the reader, but it impresses upon the human questions and makes the case from Science and Reason, which finally may open the reader to think on a supernatural level as well. However the natural human concerns of the existence of this world and life after death will be met for each person.   To summarise - Every Human being over the age of reason and capable of reading must read this book.   Biography of the Author John Flader was born in Kohler, Wisconsin, U.S.A., and studied Chemistry at Harvard University, graduating with a B.A. in 1962. He then went to Rome to continue to study between 1962 to 1964 From 1964 to 1967 he studied Canon Law at the University of Navarre in Pamplona, Spain, obtaining a doctorate in 1967. He was published by the University of Navarre Press in 1968. To this day he has been working in Schools around Sydney, Australia in Redfield College, Tangara College and is a columnist for 'Question Time' and is author of the 'Question Time' series.   GET YOUR COPY NOW below: https://store.parousiamedia.com/pre-order-dying-to-live-reflections-on-life-after-death-fr-john-flader-connor-court-publishing-paperback/    John Flader's Blog:   https://fatherfladerblog.com/  -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link:   https://www.thiscatholiclife.com.au/    -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia

This week George and Akita Manassa go into great depths to study the life of St Valentine and look at the origins of the celebration associated with this holiday and how it become very commercialised, to the complete exclusion of the life of St Valentine. Our secular world has often forgotten the great men and women behind many of our well known celebrations. There are some very insightful Tools in this episode if you find yourself alone this Valentines Day, or if you are simply sick of the commercial aspects which leave no room for authentic love.    Wishing that everyone has a blessed Feast of St Valentine.   -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link:   https://www.thiscatholiclife.com.au/    -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia

This week Lecturer for the University of Notre Dame Australia, Peter Holmes joins the discussion to reflect what makes effective students and others in the real world outside of the classroom. This is a great discussion not to be missed, as this will equip you with a change of mindset about what today’s world requires of us to bring people to Our lord. It really is about the way you carry yourself and your evangelisatic style that will allow people to embrace the gospel, henceforth change the world. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link:   https://www.thiscatholiclife.com.au/    -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia

This week we discuss Political Influence which we as faithful should rightfully yield in our world today. We are called to be a beacon of hope and not a light kept to ourselves. We draw on the vast wisdom and experience of a very inspiring women who has fearlessly spent much of her life in public office, as a retired Member of the British Parliament. She is a convert from Anglicanism, during the time which the Church of England began to ordain women and modernise it's institution. We are proud to have the Rt Hon. Ann Widdecombe DSG.    -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link: -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia

This week we continue kick starting our year by heading East to our beloved Eastern Catholic Churches with expert on the subject Anthony Cleary. In this episode you will learn that the Catholic Church as a whole is not Just Latin, but is also Eastern. We will look at the history of the Roman Empire and then continue to show the origins of Eastern Catholicism in all the Churches (Maronite, Melkite, Armenian, Coptic...etc). The take home message is to experience all the different EXPRESSIONS of the same Catholic Faith in what capacity you can. The beauty of our faith is it's oneness in belief but its liturgical and cultural expression can vary based on the cultural and liturgical adaption to a particular region. The 1 Practical Tool is very important to look out for, and is a serious challenge that each person in the faith should take up. -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/    - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com Guest Link: -   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia

Welcome back to everyone for another year of your journey with The Catholic Toolbox Show, and we had no better way to kick off the year than by looking ahead and planning our attitude, goals and strategy for 2022 with Psychologist Robert Matek. In this episode you will learn how to reflect on the past year of 2021, pat yourself on the back for having made it through another 1/100 year pandemic and then plan to achieve your goals, in order to move you forward with your vision for your life. That vision MUST include GOD! You will also gain practical insights from George and Robert about taking your faith to the next level, not only at the start of this new year but consistently maintain and enhance this protocol throughout every quarter of this year! This is an episode not to miss, so let us kick start our journey right!   DISCLAIMER   This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage. Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website. If you are experiencing issues please call  000 OR if you need assistance call  13 11 14 within Australia -- SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa: store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/  Make your purchase at our online store:  spreadshirt.com/the-catholic-toolbox/ Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now: www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/  - Platforms: Television Host - TV Maria: tvmaria.ph  Radio Host - Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM):  www.voc.org.au    ONLINE Radio Host - Cradio Online Radio: www.cradio.org.au    Partner - Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com Men’s Podcast  - The Rite of Manhood Podcast: theriteofmanhood.com  Partner - EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com