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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