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Steve and Becky Greene, the Cradle and the Convert, help Catholics faithfully live their vocation by providing Church teaching, navigating moral challenges and exploring current issues facing the faith in our culture. Thank you for subscribing and for telling your family and friends!
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Jan 22, 2021 • 1h 10min
1/23/21 - Dr. Angela Franks, Theology of the Body and Gender
Our bodies and our identity are related. Explore how the body expresses, but does not define who we are with Dr. Angela Franks. Tune in for a deep and thought-provoking conversation about sexuality, the body and our identity. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.
Jan 15, 2021 • 1h 9min
1/16/21 - Ryan Hanning, How to Grow in Virtue
How do I become the person God created to me? How do I avoid sin, grow in virtue? Ryan Hanning and Tom Peterson co-wrote The WillPower Advantange as a toolbox for Catholics to use on their journey to holiness. Ryan joins Steve and Becky to unpack some of these concepts in this episode. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.
Jan 8, 2021 • 1h 1min
1/9/21 - Bishop Strickland, Challenge to the Laity
In difficult times in the Church and society, the lay faithful need to be a light to the world. Bishop Joseph Strickland joins Steve and Becky discuss a wide range of topics, including Church renewal in a time of scandal, the importance of the Eucharist, how to build strong marriages, the need for prayer and silence in a noisy and distracted age, and the battle between good and evil in which all Christians are engaged. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.
Dec 25, 2020 • 1h 10min
12/26/20 - Fr. Timothy Gallagher, Discernment of Spirits
If you're feeling discouraged, experiencing spiritual desolation or even wondering how to know what is from God and what isn't, this episode is for you. Ignatian spirituality has tools for living a life of faith. Fr. Timothy Gallagher joins Steve and Becky to explore how to know God better and experience His work in your life. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.
Dec 18, 2020 • 1h 5min
12/19/20 - Kathleen Beckman, Spiritual Warfare and the Family
Demonic forces are trying to destroy our families. We try to protect our families from physical harm, but how do we keep them from spiritual harm? The Church has an arsenal of weapons for us. Kathleen Beckman shares her experiences with deliverance ministry, some tips for families and her book A Family Guide to Spiritual Warfare: Strategies for Deliverance and Healing. Check out this episode and get armed for battle! Today's show is brought to you by our friends at Morning Star OB/GYN: http://www.morningstarobgyn.com and Pediatrics http://mstarpeds.com
Dec 11, 2020 • 1h 4min
12/12/20 - Fr. Robert McTeigue, Finding Truth
That doesn't sound right, but I can't put my finger on it. Do you ever have those thoughts? It's difficult sometimes to know what is true. Fr. Robert McTeigue discusses a framework for finding truth and his book, Real Philosophy for Real People: Tools for Truthful Living. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.
Dec 4, 2020 • 1h 9min
12/5/20 - Raymond Arroyo, New Book, Media and More
You're in for a special treat as Steve and Becky are joined by author, speaker and media personality, Raymond Arroyo. They discuss his new book ,The Spider Who Saved Christmas in the first half. The second half explores media, culture, politics, COVID, Church crisis and more. You won't want to miss it. Today's show is brought to you by our friends at Morning Star OB/GYN: http://www.morningstarobgyn.com and Pediatrics http://mstarpeds.com
Nov 26, 2020 • 31min
11/26/20 - Happy Thanksgiving from the Greene Family
Steve and Becky Greene are grateful for their listeners! Today the reflect on gratitude and welcome their children for a special Thanksgiving episode. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.
Nov 20, 2020 • 1h 5min
11/21/20 - Douglas Beaumont, Affirming Catholic Teaching
If you can get through the first five minutes of the introduction without laughing, that's impressive. After their goofy antics, Steve and Becky get serious about exploring conversion and the truths of the Catholic Church with guest Douglas Beaumont. His book is With One Accord: Affirming Catholic Teaching Using Protestant Principles. Today's show is brought to you by our friends at Morning Star OB/GYN: http://www.morningstarobgyn.com and Pediatrics http://mstarpeds.com
Nov 13, 2020 • 59min
11/14/20 - Dana Rodriguez, Children and Their Health
What can you expect when navigating health decisions for your children? Many parents have so many questions about treatments, vaccines, puberty questions. It is hard to know if a provider will be able to equip parents with answers that align with their Catholic faith and morals. Dana Rodriguez, PNP, PhD from Morning Star Pediatrics joins Steve and Becky to explore how parents and providers can partner to help kids be healthy. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.
