In this episode, the dogs discuss what it means to live an authentic Christian life. Rob shares a recent decision to develop deeper relationships on campus (4:22), Connor suggests a charism to describe the inherent tension within the diocesan priesthood (6:25), and Mike brings the conversation back to the marvelous exchange at the heart of the universe (21:05).
Quotes:
“I’ve felt a pull to strive for a Christian life, which tangibly looks like sharing more meals and doing smaller things that actually produce real friendships.” (Rob, 4:12)
“The charism of the diocesan priesthood is being a man at prayer who is in the world.” (Connor, 6:20)
“We’re saved in community.” (Mike, 13:50)
“Desiring to share life, because life is a blessing.” (Rob, 15:35)
“Faith: the place where you are most firmly grounded.” (Mike on Ratzinger, 24:15)
“I don’t have to make meaning, I just have to continue to stand with God and the proper meaning will unfold.” (Mike, 25:30)
Media Mentions:
- Rocky (1976)
- Joseph Ratzinger’s Introduction to Christianity
- John 15
- Willa Cather’s Death Comes for the Archbishop
References:
- Fellowship of Catholic University Students
- Institute for Priestly Formation
- Ignatian Spirituality
- Benjamin Franklin
- Ernest Shackleton
- Theology of the Eucharist
- The Marvelous Exchange
- Drumstick®
Shout- Outs:
- Fr. Thomas Baima
- Fr. Emmanuel Torres-Fuentes
- Fr. Rey Pineda
- Dr. Denis McNamara
- Fr. Emery de Gaal
Bromides:
- “Pound ground to gain ground.”
- “Steady gains.”
- “Live your best life.”
- “I could be better than I am if I just worked harder.”
- “Need a little we time.”
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