The Shock of Holiness: Rediscovering Wonder in a Disenchanted World w/ Dr. Mike Pakaluk | Ep. 93
In this episode of Purposely Catholic, we sit down with Dr. Mike Pakaluk to discuss his powerful new book, The Shock of Holiness. Together, we explore what it truly means to be a man within the Catholic Church — to lead, to love, and to live with integrity and courage. Dr. Pakaluk shares insights on fatherhood, the call to holiness in everyday life, and how authentic masculinity reflects the heart of God.✴️ 👉 More on Dr. Mike: https://business.catholic.edu/faculty-and-research/faculty-profiles/pakaluk-michael/index.html✴️ 👉 The Shock of Holiness: https://ignatius.com/shock-of-holiness-sofhp/#purposelycatholic __________________________________________________________________________✴️ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO PURPOSELY CATHOLICiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purposely-catholic/id1732787702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N50YIMnIbcdsW9RRUPC7D?si=tuX9k80NTzScRUrzg1GV_gYouTube: https://youtube.com/@PurposelyCatholic?sub_confirmation=1✴️ 👉 FOLLOW PURPOSELY CATHOLIChttps://instagram.com/purposelycatholic/http://facebook.com/purposelycatholic/
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Can You Really Be Holy if You’re Unhealthy? w/ Katie Gearns | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 92
In this episode of Purposely Catholic, Katie Gearns joins us to discuss how honoring our bodies through proper nutrition helps us live out our faith. We talk about caring for our earthly temples, her faith-based wellness company The Ember Collective, and her book Feast, Faith, and Flourish—a guide to nourishing both body and soul.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:57 Katie joins the show02:30 What got you into liturgical living?06:30 Getting back to the basics10:30 How do you connect health and scripture?14:30 Practical ways to start living holistically?17:30 Healthy but delicious recipes22:00 Setting up healthy habits for God28:00 Fasting and feasting30:00 Finding that balance, especially for Mothers and women37:00 Sharing the duties of the work with your spouse41:00 Common questions you hear from The Ember Collective44:00 Diet, Fertility and NFP56:00 Teaching our children how to live holistically01:03:00 Closing✴️ 👉 More on Katie Gearns: https://www.theember.co/about/✴️ 👉 More on The Ember Collective: https://www.theember.co/#purposelycatholic __________________________________________________________________________✴️ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO PURPOSELY CATHOLICiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purposely-catholic/id1732787702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N50YIMnIbcdsW9RRUPC7D?si=tuX9k80NTzScRUrzg1GV_gYouTube: https://youtube.com/@PurposelyCatholic?sub_confirmation=1✴️ 👉 FOLLOW PURPOSELY CATHOLIChttps://instagram.com/purposelycatholic/http://facebook.com/purposelycatholic/
In this episode of Purposely Catholic, we sit down with coach, author, and speaker Kramer Soderberg to talk about his powerful book Fill Your Cup for Christ. Kramer shares how his journey through basketball and coaching led him to discover that true victory isn’t found in success or status, but in surrendering everything to Jesus.We dive into what it means to “fill your cup” daily through prayer, discipline, and faith — and how living a Christ-centered life transforms every area of who we are.If you’ve ever felt spiritually drained or unsure how to balance ambition with devotion, this conversation will help you refocus, refill, and pour yourself out for Christ.Chapters:00:00 Intro✴️ 👉 More on Kramer: kramersoderberg.com#purposelycatholic __________________________________________________________________________✴️ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO PURPOSELY CATHOLICiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purposely-catholic/id1732787702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N50YIMnIbcdsW9RRUPC7D?si=tuX9k80NTzScRUrzg1GV_gYouTube: https://youtube.com/@PurposelyCatholic?sub_confirmation=1✴️ 👉 FOLLOW PURPOSELY CATHOLIChttps://instagram.com/purposelycatholic/http://facebook.com/purposelycatholic/
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Dilexi te: The Apostolic Exhortation No One Expected | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 90
In this episode, we dive into Pope Leo’s new encyclical DiLexi Te — a powerful call to rediscover the divine law written on our hearts. We’ll unpack the key themes of the document, exploring what it means for the modern Catholic to live out truth, justice, and charity in a world that often resists all three.Listen in and learn how to make the words of De Lexi Te more than a teaching — but a mission.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:30 A preferential option for the Poor05:00 We must take action in loving our neighbor10:00 Ask their name13:15 How can the poor evangelize us?17:00 People on Mission!22:25 Everyone is Carrying a cross25:20 How can we understand mercy and justice?32.00 Figuring out the middle ground34:40 Be a church for the poor!43:10 Closing Remarks✴️ 👉 More on DiLexi te: https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/apost_exhortations/documents/20251004-dilexi-te.html#purposelycatholic __________________________________________________________________________✴️ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO PURPOSELY CATHOLICiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purposely-catholic/id1732787702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N50YIMnIbcdsW9RRUPC7D?si=tuX9k80NTzScRUrzg1GV_gYouTube: https://youtube.com/@PurposelyCatholic?sub_confirmation=1✴️ 👉 FOLLOW PURPOSELY CATHOLIChttps://instagram.com/purposelycatholic/http://facebook.com/purposelycatholic/
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Rock Radio Superstar to Mary’s Roadie w/ Kevin Matthews | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 89
In this episode of Purposely Catholic, Khalil sits down with Kevin Matthews, former Chicago radio legend turned author and storyteller, to dive into his powerful journey of faith. After an unexpected encounter with a broken statue of the Blessed Mother, Kevin’s life took a turn he never saw coming. His story, told in his book Broken Mary: A Journey of Hope and the brand new documentary Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story, reveals how God can use even the most shattered moments to rebuild our hearts and renew our purpose.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:36 Who is Kevin Matthews?03:40 Empty but Full Now!06:55 The Story of the Broken Mary Statue17:30 The Conversion Moment29:10 God Can't be Bought32:10 A Hospital for the Broken42:00 Broken Mary the Documentary49:50 Offering Everyday to God56:30 Purposely Pop Quiz: Rapid Fire59:50 Closing and Prayer✴️ 👉 More on Broken Mary: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/broken-mary-the-kevin-matthews-story/✴️ 👉 More on Kevin Matthews: https://speaker.brokenmary.com/#purposelycatholic __________________________________________________________________________✴️ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO PURPOSELY CATHOLICiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purposely-catholic/id1732787702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N50YIMnIbcdsW9RRUPC7D?si=tuX9k80NTzScRUrzg1GV_gYouTube: https://youtube.com/@PurposelyCatholic?sub_confirmation=1✴️ 👉 FOLLOW PURPOSELY CATHOLIChttps://instagram.com/purposelycatholic/http://facebook.com/purposelycatholic/
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