Podcasts by Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)
Ask Fr. Josh is the podcast where I hear you out and do my best to help you navigate the tricky times in life when our Catholic Faith doesn’t give you an easy “fill-in-the blank” answer. On this show, we’ll listen to one another, problem solve together, and ultimately entrust everything to our Lord. If this is your first time tuning in, here’s how the show goes: Each episode, I'll address three to four of your questions. I’ll cover everything from Catholic teaching to moral dilemmas to relationship advice. I'm not perfect, and I can’t guarantee that my advice is going to make things easy, but I'll do my best to share what I've learned during my time as a priest, pastor, and friend.
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Caring for Our Parents, Harry Potter, and Modes of Receiving Holy Communion from 2022-02-17T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions regarding a person’s responsibility to care for their parents, whether or not Christians should read Harry Potter, and what are the correct modes for rece...
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Women Leaders in the Church, Ephesians 5:22-23, and the Right Reception of Holy Communion from 2022-02-10T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions regarding the authority and leadership of women in the Church, what it means for wives to be submissive to their husbands, and how to talk with loved ones...
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Syncretism, Facing Rejection, and the Proper Use of NFP from 2022-02-03T12:00
Fr. Josh answers regarding the issue of syncretism, how to face rejection when pursuing your vocation, and how to use Natural Family Planning (NFP) appropriately in marriage.
Medical Marijuana, Spiritual Gifts, and the Reward of Holiness from 2022-01-27T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions regarding the use of medical marijuana, why an individual person does not possess all the spiritual gifts, and finally the reward of holiness and the sacr...
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Traveling with a Significant Other, Prayer Lists, and Fraternal Correction from 2022-01-20T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about traveling with your significant other before marriage, how to prune long prayer lists when interceding for others, and how to charitably correct fri...
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Growing in Compassion, Seeing Christ in Others, and Emotional Chastity from 2022-01-13T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on emotional chastity, growing in compassion, and seeing Christ in others.
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Prayers for Souls in Purgatory, St. Michael the Archangel, and Jesus Before the Incarnation from 2022-01-06T17:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what our prayers do for the souls in purgatory, why St. Michael the Archangel is considered a saint, and what was Jesus' nature as the Second Pe...
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2021 New Years Special from 2021-12-30T12:00
Today, Fr. Josh encourages us to look at our vices and then to pursue the opposing virtue in the coming new year.
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Christ Entered Into Our Mess from 2021-12-23T15:00
This week in a Christmas special, Father Josh encourages us to pray with the Scriptures read during the Christmas Masses. As we listen to the genealogy of Jesus on Christmas Eve, he...
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Sacramentals vs. Superstitions, and Getting to Know God from 2021-12-16T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to properly use sacramentals and how to grow in relationship with God when prayer is tough.
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World without End, Being Worthy When Receiving Holy Communion, and if Catholicism is a Cult from 2021-12-02T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what is the meaning of "world without end" in the Glory Be, how are we ever worthy of reception of Holy Communion, and if the Catholic Chu...
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An Invitation to Pray: A Meditation on Gratitude from 2021-11-25T12:00
In this special Thanksgiving episode, Fr. Josh invites us to reflect on the ways God has been generous with us this year and guides us through a powerful meditation and a litany of ...
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Becoming Catholic, Renouncing Lies, and Thanksgiving Conversations from 2021-11-18T15:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about the official process of becoming Catholic, how to restore confidence in one's own worth, and how to navigate encounters and conversations with l...
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Offering Gregorian Masses for the Deceased and Experiencing Disabilities from 2021-11-11T12:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about the Church's tradition of offering Gregorian Masses for the deceased, and whether a physical or mental disability can affect one's road to h...
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The Identity of Beloved Son and Making Sense of Mystical Writings from 2021-11-04T13:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what it looks like for a man to live out his identity as a beloved son of God, and how to properly understand mystical writings.
Praying the Angelus, Bad Homilies, and Mother Nature from 2021-10-28T12:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about the origin of the Angelus prayer, why some Catholic priests give bad homilies, and whether or not we can call creation our "mother".
Vocation Confusion and Taking the Morning After Pill from 2021-10-21T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about experiencing confusion and doubts discerning one's vocation, and why taking the morning after pill is a serious sin, but a sin that God forgives...
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Possessing vs. Loving Others and Understanding Modesty from 2021-10-14T16:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about the difference between possessing others versus authentically loving them, and how to properly understand modesty, and why how we dress matters. Listen
Coping with Grief, Naming Children, and Discerning the Contemplative Life from 2021-10-07T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to cope with grief from a Catholic perspective, how to choose patron saint names for your child, and how to discern a vocation to the contemplat...
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Retreat Highs, Fear of Marriage, and Facing An Unplanned Pregnancy from 2021-09-30T17:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to hold on to the graces we receive on retreats once they are over, why young people today shouldn't be afraid of marriage, and how to find ...
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Be My Guest: Cultivating a Healthy Lifestyle (with Megan and Jared Braud) from 2021-09-23T16:30
Megan and Jared Braud join Fr. Josh to discuss how to cultivate a healthy and integrated lifestyle that enables us to physically and spiritually thrive as disciples of Christ.
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Waiting to Enter the Church, College Greek Life, and Feeling Alone in the Faith from 2021-09-16T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about waiting to enter the Church as an RCIA candidate, whether Catholics should join college fraternities and sororities, and what to do if you are feeli...
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Special Episode: Finding God in Devastation (with Fr. Mark Toups) from 2021-09-13T15:00
Where is God in devastation? In this special episode, Fr. Mark Toups gives us an insight into the devastating impact of Hurricane on countless lives, communities, and parishes in t...
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All About Mary: Hail Mary Prayer, Ark of the Covenant, and Mary's Virginity from 2021-09-09T12:00
In honor of Mary's nativity celebrated by the Church this week, Fr. Josh answers questions about the biblical origin of the Hail Mary prayer, whether Mary is the new Ark of the ...
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Be My Guest: All About Catholic Social Teaching (with Mari Pablo) from 2021-09-02T12:00
Mari Pablo joins Fr. Josh to answer questions about saints who embody Catholic social teaching, how to make people from diverse cultural backgrounds feel welcome in the Church, and ...
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Fasting for Beginners, Spiritual Dryness, and the Engagement Season from 2021-08-26T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about the importance of fasting and how to start fasting for beginners, how to navigate spiritual dryness, and how to prepare for the vocation of marriage...
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Be My Guest: All About Same-Sex Attraction with Fr. Phillip Bochanski from 2021-08-19T12:30
Fr. Phillip Bochanski joins Fr. Josh to talk all about same-sex attraction and how the Catholic Church ministers to people who experience same-sex attraction so they can live in the...
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Dealing with Shame, Bringing Your Kids to Adoration, and Combatting the Power of Evil from 2021-08-12T14:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about dealing with shame, how to bring your young kids to adoration, and how to combat the power of evil.
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Cremation, Crosses versus Crucifixes, and Forgetting Sins During Confession from 2021-08-05T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about the Church's teaching on cremation and ashes, what the difference between crosses and crucifixes is, and whether the sins we forget during confe...
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Loving the Homeless, Struggling with Infertility, and Losing Members of the Body of Christ from 2021-07-29T15:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to love and serve the homeless, how to handle discouragement when struggling with infertility, and how to come to terms with family members and ...
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Accompanying the Dying, How to Pray a Holy Hour, and Defining Vanity from 2021-07-22T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to accompany the dying in prayer, how to pray a fruitful holy hour, and how to define vanity when it comes to caring about our appearance.
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Denying Yourself, Why is God referred to as He, and Catholic Social Teaching from 2021-07-15T13:15
Fr. Josh answers questions about Jesus' teaching on denying oneself, why God is referred to as "He" , and how to grow in our understanding of the Catholic social teach...
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Be My Guest: Finding a Saint Like You (with Meg Hunter-Kilmer) from 2021-07-08T12:00
Meg Hunter-Kilmer joins Fr. Josh to answer questions about the diverse lives of the saints from all over the world, saints who struggled with anxiety, and how the intercession of th...
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Orthodox Christians and Catholic Rites, Music in Mass, and the Necessity of Baptism from 2021-07-01T13:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about orthodox christians and the different Catholic rites, the purpose of music in the Mass, and the necessity of Baptism for the salvation of our souls....
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Jesus Heals the Demoniac, and Receiving the Stigmata from 2021-06-24T14:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about the story of Jesus healing the demoniac in Matthew 8: 25-34, and the significance and accuracy of saints receiving the marks of Jesus' crucifixi...
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Holy Masculinity, the Problem with Sending “Good Vibes”, and Attending Non-Catholic Weddings from 2021-06-17T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about restoring holy masculinity, why we shouldn’t tell people we’re sending them “good vibes”, and attending non-Catholic weddings.
Making Time for Prayer, Attending Mass with a Baby, and Eucharistic Miracles from 2021-06-10T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to make time for prayer when you are busy, what do when you are struggling to attend and participate in Mass as a new mom with a baby, and how ...
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Evangelizing Protestants, Patron Saints, and the Spiritual World from 2021-05-27T15:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about whether Catholics should invite Protestants into the Catholic Church, how to cultivate a relationship with our patron saint, and the reality of the ...
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Rainbow Flags, Forgiving without an Apology, & Anger at God from 2021-05-20T12:00
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Marriage Discernment, Virtuous Friendships, and Tithing from 2021-05-13T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about discerning marriage, cultivating friendships that help us grow in virtue, and the Church's teaching on tithing and being generous with our money...
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Be My Guest: All About Prayer with Fr. Mark-Mary from 2021-05-06T12:00
Fr. Mark-Mary, CFR joins Fr. Josh to talk all about prayer. They answer questions about hearing God's voice in prayer, developing a close relationship with God, silent vs. vocal...
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God's Chosen People, Vernacular Translations of the Bible, and The Second Coming of Jesus from 2021-04-29T16:15
Fr. Josh answers questions about God's chosen people, the development of vernacular translations of the Bible, and predictions about the second coming of Jesus.
Ministry Burnout, Mary's Titles, and the Diaconate from 2021-04-22T12:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about experiencing ministry burnout, why we have different titles for Mary, and the process of discerning the diaconate.
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Growing in Patience, Discerning Third Orders, and True Crime Entertainment from 2021-04-15T12:45
Fr. Josh answers questions about growing in the virtue of patience, discerning entering a third order as a lay person, and whether true crime entertainment can be harmful for our so...
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Honoring Parents, What If Aliens Exist, and the Power of the Holy Spirit from 2021-04-08T17:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about honoring our parents, how the Church would respond to the discovery an intelligent alien species, and how to develop a relationship with the Holy Sp...
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An Invitation to Pray: Holy Week Meditation from 2021-04-01T12:00
As we enter into Holy Week, Fr. Josh invites you to pray with him as he meditates on the passion, death and resurrection of Christ.
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Union with God, Enoch & Elijah, and Visionary Saints from 2021-03-25T12:00
Fr. Josh discusses what it means to become partakers of God's divine nature, how Enoch and Elijah were taken up to heaven prior to the time of Christ, and how the Church looks ...
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Receiving Communion, Calling Priests "Father", and Being Present to Others from 2021-03-18T12:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about receiving Communion, why we call priests "father", and how we can detach from our smartphones so we can be present to those around us. Listen
Interfaith Dating, Catholic Postures at Mass, and the Litany of Humility from 2021-03-11T12:30
Fr. Josh answers questions about interfaith dating, the meaning behind all the different kinds of postures during Mass, and the purpose of praying a challenging prayer like the lita...
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Special College Edition: Consistent Prayer, Young Saints, and Diversity in Campus Ministry from 2021-03-04T12:00
In this special edition of Ask Father Josh, Fr. Josh answers questions from college students. He discusses how to develop a consistent prayer life when you have a busy schedule, as ...
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Mindfulness Meditation, Did Jesus Have Siblings, and the Joy of the Lord from 2021-02-25T12:00
Fr. Josh explains whether Catholics should practice mindfulness meditation, if Jesus had other siblings, and how to experience the joy of the Lord.
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Dealing with Depression or Acedia in Lent, Types of Fasting, and Distractions in Prayer from 2021-02-18T15:30
Fr. Josh discusses how to enter into lent if you struggle with depression or acedia, types of fasting, and how to deal with distractions in prayer.
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Special Episode: Celebrating Black Saints from 2021-02-11T12:00
In this special episode, Fr. Josh shares with us the heroic stories of black saints and black individuals on their way to sainthood who inspire us to persevere in our walk towards e...
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Glorifying God, Salvation for Non-Christians, and the Fall of Man from 2021-02-04T12:45
Fr. Josh answers questions about what it means to glorify God with our actions, how salvation for non-Christians works, and how to understand the symbolism in the fall of Adam and E...
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Hearing Confessions, Political Leadership, and Fighting Temptation from 2021-01-28T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what it's like to hear confessions as a priest, how to talk about political leaders, and how to practically fight thoughts of temptation.
Name Changes in Scripture, Overcoming Envy, and Daily Prayer from 2021-01-21T15:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on name changes in the Bible, overcoming envy, and creating a daily prayer routine.
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Be My Guest: Brandi Kilbert on Women's Health (Abortion, Contraception, and IVF) from 2021-01-14T13:00
Fr. Josh is joined by Brandi Kilbert to discuss all things women's health- natural family planning, contraception, abortion, and in vitro fertilization. Brandi Kilbert is a nurs...
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Forgiving Betrayal, the Universal Call to Holiness, and the Role of an RCIA Sponsor from 2021-01-07T15:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on forgiving and healing after betrayal, the universal call to holiness across all vocations, and how to guide someone entering the Catholic Church as an ...
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New Year's Eve Greeting from Fr. Josh from 2020-12-31T12:00
Happy New Year! Fr. Josh shares a quick new year's eve greeting and encourages us to dive into Scripture in the new year.
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An Invitation to Pray: Christmas Eve Lectio Divina from 2020-12-24T12:00
In this special Christmas Eve episode, Fr. Josh invites us to pray lectio divina with Matthew 1:18-25. He draws our attention to St. Joseph's virtue and righteousness as he prep...
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The Year of St. Joseph, the Incarnation, and Fasting before Communion from 2020-12-17T16:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on the year of St. Joseph announced by Pope Francis, the mystery of the Incarnation, and the details of fasting before receiving Holy Communion.
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Our Lady of Guadalupe, Celebrating Santa Claus, and Being Catholic in College from 2020-12-10T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on Our Lady of Guadalupe, celebrating Santa Claus from a Catholic perspective, and how to bring Christ into the college culture.
Praying in Tongues, Holy Water, and Fasting in Advent from 2020-12-03T17:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about praying in tongues, the purpose of holy water, and why we should fast during Advent.
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Be My Guest: Fr. Mark Toups on Advent and the Beauty of Mary and Joseph’s Marriage from 2020-11-26T12:00
Fr. Mark Toups joins Fr. Josh to discuss the beautiful marriage of Mary and Joseph and how they can help us prepare this Advent for the birth of Jesus.
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Falling in Love with God, Leading Bible Studies, and Covenants in Scripture from 2020-11-19T13:30
Fr. Josh answers questions on the process of falling in love with God and building a real relationship with him, ways to lead Bible studies with your family, and the meaning of cove...
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Human Evolution, Moral Relativism, and What to Expect in Heaven from 2020-11-12T12:30
Fr. Josh answers questions on the Catholic view on human evolution, moral relativism, and what to expect in heaven.
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A Note from the Producers from 2020-11-05T16:00
A quick announcement on behalf of Father Josh--we'll be back with a regular episode next week!
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The Catholic Take on Halloween, Becoming a Priest Later in Life, and Using Social Media in a Saintly Way from 2020-10-29T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on celebrating Halloween as Catholics, feeling a calling to the priesthood later in life, and how to use social media in a saintly way.
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Growing in a Season of Singleness, Responding to Atheism, and Overcoming Fear from 2020-10-22T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on spiritually growing in a season of singleness, responding to atheism, and overcoming fear.
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An Invitation to Pray: Lectio Divina from 2020-10-15T12:00
Do you want to learn how to pray with Scripture? This week, Fr. Josh invites us to pray using a prayer method called Lectio Divina. Fr. Josh shows us how he prays with Scripture by...
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Incorruptible Saints, Idolizing Celebrities, and Papal Infallibility from 2020-10-08T13:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about incorruptible saints, idolizing celebrities, and papal infallibility.
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Returning to Mass, Beach Weddings, and Marian Consecration from 2020-10-01T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about returning to mass during COVID, the validity of beach weddings and why we should consecrate ourselves to Jesus through Mary.
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Fr. Josh Asks YOU Questions from 2020-09-24T12:00
Fr. Josh switches things up today and asks you questions! Sit back and hear Fr. Josh ask you questions about prayer, politics, forgiveness, and your relationship with Jesus.
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End of Times Prophecies, Apostolic Succession, and Praying Novenas from 2020-09-17T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on end of time prophecies, how apostolic succession works, and the purpose of praying novenas.
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Holy Dating, Explaining the Trinity, and Embracing the Cross from 2020-09-10T12:30
Fr. Josh answers questions on how men can lead spiritually in dating relationships, how to explain to the trinity, and learning to embracing the cross.
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Evangelizing at Work, Being a Good Godparent, and Supporting your Local Priest from 2020-09-03T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on how to evangelize in the workplace, how to be a good godparent and how to support and defend your local priest when there is gossip in the parish commu...
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The Dark Night of the Soul, Valid Sacraments, and Dinosaurs in the Bible from 2020-08-27T12:00
Fr.Josh answers questions on the dark night of the soul, what makes a sacrament valid, and why we believe in the existence of dinosaurs even though they are not specifically mentio...
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Raising Kids to Be Saints, Accepting Death, and Using the Lord's Name in Vain from 2020-08-20T12:30
Fr. Josh addresses how to raise kids to be saints today, how to accept death, and why it is wrong to use the Lord's name in vain.
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Charisms, Do Soulmates Exist, and Saints Before Jesus from 2020-08-13T12:00
Fr.Josh answers questions on charisms, whether soulmates exist, and saints before Jesus.
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Gossiping vs. Venting, and Being Judged on Our Time, Talents, and Treasure from 2020-08-06T12:00
Fr.Josh answers questions on the sin of gossip, and how we will be judged by God based on how we used our time, talent, and treasure here on earth.
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Mortification, Converting, and Hearing God’s Voice from 2020-07-28T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on mortification practices, converting to the Catholic Church and hearing God’s voice.
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Horoscopes, Faith Without Religion, and Forgiving Oneself from 2020-07-21T12:30
Fr. Josh addresses reading horoscopes for fun, whether it’s possible to have faith without religion, and how to forgive oneself after committing grave mortal sin.
Special Episode: Hudson Byblow's Story from 2020-07-16T12:00
In this special episode of Ask Father Josh, we are sharing Hudson Byblow's story encountering Christ after struggling with same-sex attraction, transgender inclinations, and por...
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Be My Guest: Hudson Byblow on Same-Sex Attraction, Holy Friendships, and Healing from Pornography from 2020-07-14T13:45
Fr. Josh is joined by Hudson Byblow to discuss the Catholic Church's teaching on same-sex attraction, cultivating holy friendships, and healing from pornography.
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Spacing out Children, Belief in the Eucharist, and Metal Music from 2020-07-07T14:15
Fr. Josh answers questions on spacing out children using natural family planning, belief in the Eucharist, and metal music.
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Police Reform, Removing Statues, and Catholic Speakers from 2020-06-30T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on police reform, removing certain statues from our churches, and when Catholic speakers talk about difficult topics.
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Derek Chauvin and Lack of Men in the Catholic Church from 2020-06-23T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions on Derek Chauvin, how tall he is, and why there are so few men in the Catholic Church.
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An Invitation to Pray: Rosary for Racial Repentance (with Tara Winder) from 2020-06-16T12:00
This week, Fr. Josh invites you to pray a decade of the rosary with him and Tara Winder for the intention of repentance. True repentance leads to authentic racial reconciliation wit...
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Porn Addiction and Healing the Body of Christ from 2020-06-09T12:00
This week, Father Josh answers questions on addiction to pornography and what we can do to help heal the racial divide within the Body of Christ in our country.
Special Episode: Healing the Racial Divide from 2020-06-02T12:00
Fr. Josh dedicates today's show to talking about the racial divide in our country, amidst the mourning of George Floyd, and offers some counsel on ways we can heal this form of ...
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All About Prayer from 2020-05-26T12:00
Father Josh answers questions all about prayer on today’s podcast. From Liturgy of the Hours, to praying through anxiety, to bringing the family into prayer.
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The Rapture, Working for the Church, Confession, and Superheroes from 2020-05-19T12:00
This week, Fr. Josh answers questions on the Rapture, confessions, working for the church, and Marvel superheroes.
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An Invitation to Pray: Rosary for Racial Reconciliation from 2020-05-12T12:00
This week, Fr. Josh invites you to pray a decade of the rosary with him for the intention of racial reconciliation in our country.
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SSPX, Three Days of Darkness, and Captain America from 2020-05-05T12:00
This week, Fr. Josh answers questions on the SSPX, the three days of darkness, and Captain America.
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Soul Ties, Suffering Well, and Reception of the Soul from 2020-04-28T12:00
This week, Fr. Josh answers questions on soul ties, how to offer up your suffering, and the institution of our souls.
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Original Parents, Vocations to Consecrated Single Life, and Annulment After Civil Marriage from 2020-04-21T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about whether Adam and Eve are the original parents of all people, what the vocation of consecrated single life and consecrated virginity is, and if someo...
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Easter Message from 2020-04-14T12:00
This week, Fr. Josh shares some advice on how to spend this time to draw those around us back to a relationship with Christ, following the example of our Mother Mary and St. Mary Ma...
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The Sacraments and Mass During COVID-19 from 2020-04-07T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about receiving the sacraments and staying engaged in a virtual mass during COVID-19.
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Be My Guest: Chika Anyanwu on ADHD, Bad Homilies, and Making a Good Confession from 2020-03-31T12:00
Fr. Josh is joined by Chika Anyanwu, Catholic speaker and author, to answer questions about being disappointed with homilies, teaching the Faith to a child with ADHD, and how much w...
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Be My Guest: Fr. Brad Doyle on Birth Control for Medical Reasons and Male Fertility Testing from 2020-03-24T20:00
On today’s episode, Father Josh is joined by his good friend Fr. Brad to answer questions about the ethics of fertility testing and birth control for medical reasons.
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An Invitation to Pray with Father Josh during COVID-19 from 2020-03-17T17:00
Father Josh shares a message of hope and perseverance for these escalating times of COVID-19. He reminds us how to pray Lectio Divina, modeling this spiritual exercise as he reflec...
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Be My Guest: Fr. Paul Gros on OCD, Anxiety, and Therapy from 2020-03-10T12:00
Father Josh and Father Paul Gros answer questions about OCD and anxiety, family members with mental illness, and navigating life changes after therapy.
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All About Christian Fasting: Eating Disorders, Spiritual Effects, and Challenges from 2020-03-03T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions all about Christian fasting. Learn about fasting before Mass, fasting if you have an eating disorder, and the spiritual benefits of fasting.
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All About Lent: What's Best for Your Soul This Year? from 2020-02-25T11:00
Fr. Josh answers the question, “What’s the point of Lent?" He then asks a set of questions to help you determine which Lenten practices will be best f...
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Yoga, Forgiving the Devil, and Mary’s Free Will from 2020-02-18T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about whether Catholics should do yoga, whether we should forgive the Devil, and whether Mary truly had free will.
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Sex in Marriage, Arguing about Contraception, and Recovering from Sexual Sin from 2020-02-11T12:00
What kinds of physical acts are morally acceptable when it comes to sex in marriage? What do you do when one spouse embraces NFP and ...
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Fear of the Lord, Explaining the Eucharist to Children, and Baptizing a Grandchild from 2020-02-04T11:00
Father Josh answers questions about fear of the Lord, explaining transubstantiation to children, and whether a grandparent should secretly baptize the...
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All About the Priesthood: Women Priests, Married Priests, and Flawed Priests from 2020-01-28T12:00
Fr. Josh answers three questions about the priesthood: Why can’t women be priests? Why can’t priests get married? And how can you look past the human flaws of the priest when he is ...
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All about Being Pro Life: Abortion after Rape, Excommunicating Politicians, and Single Motherhood from 2020-01-21T11:00
In this week’s pro life themed episode, Father Josh addresses questions about abortion after rape, the often-misunderstood Church teaching on excommunication, and a unique challenge...
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All About Living a Chaste Life (Even after Lost Virginity) from 2020-01-14T12:00
In today’s episode, Father Josh answers questions about the call and the challenge to pursue a chaste life. He answers a question from a mother who suspects her son is gay, a young ...
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Be My Guest: Andy Lesnefsky on Catholic Community, Tattoos, Fitting in, and Avoiding Burnout from 2020-01-07T12:00
Andy Lesnefsky from Vagabond Ministries joins Father Josh to discuss how to find/build Catholic community, being judged by Catholics for having tattoos, why you shouldn’t worry abou...
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A New Years Prayer from Father Josh from 2019-12-31T12:00
Happy New Years Y'all! I'm taking one more week off from my regular recording schedule, but tune in next week when we kick off 2020 with the first ever LIVE recording of Ask...
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A Christmas Prayer from Father Josh from 2019-12-24T12:00
Father Josh prays for grace and peace to fill your soul as you approach this Christmas season.
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Be My Guest: Favorite Things with Sister Miriam James from 2019-12-17T12:00
In today’s special episode, Sister Miriam James Heidland joins Father Josh to talk favorite childhood Christmas memories, YouTube videos, books, saints, and more.
Corrupt Church History, Saints Reading Minds, and "Mary Did You Know?" from 2019-12-10T12:00
Father Josh answers questions about how to talk about corruption in the Church’s history, whether the saints know our thoughts, and whether Mary knew that Jesus was God.
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All About Advent: Christmas Music, Prayer, and the Liturgical Calendar from 2019-12-03T12:00
Father Josh answers questions about how to live Advent in a meaningful way, whether Catholics should listen to Christmas music during Advent, and what the “Christmas season” is acco...
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Happy Thanksgiving, and Send Me Advent-Related Questions! from 2019-11-26T12:00
Father Josh shares four things he’s grateful for and wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving! He also encourages you to send all your Advent and Christmas related questions to him at Listen
Feminism, Devotionals Guaranteeing Salvation, and Kanye West from 2019-11-19T12:00
Can Catholics support feminism? Why do some people believe women shouldn’t work outside the home? How do the promises of devotional prayers work—can they guarantee salvation? Should...
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Anxiety, Parish Involvement, and Can Catholics Be Masons from 2019-11-12T12:00
Father Josh answers questions about how to find healing in the midst of anxiety or depression, how to get involved in your parish, and whether or not Catholics can be Freemasons. <...
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Catholic Voting and Celebrating Halloween from 2019-11-05T12:00
Fr. Josh goes in depth on two questions: What principles should Catholics turn to when it comes to voting for a political candidate? And is celebrating Halloween morally acceptable?...
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Wearing Rosaries, Taize Prayer, and Spiritual Direction from 2019-10-29T12:00
Father Josh answers questions about wearing rosaries, taize prayer, and spiritual direction.
Is it sacrilegious to wear a rosary? Is a rosary without a crucifix sti...
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Non Catholics Receiving Communion, Essential Oils, and St. Paul on Salvation from 2019-10-22T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about non-Catholics receiving Communion in the Catholic Church, whether using essential oils is spiritually dangerous, and what St. Paul teaches about sal...
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Guardian Angels, Explicit Lyrics, and Christian Denominations from 2019-10-15T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what happens to our guardian angels after we die, whether it’s OK to listen to explicit lyrics if you only pay attention to the music, and how to re...
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Unanswered Prayers, Unplanned Pregnancy Before Marriage, and Bible Translations from 2019-10-08T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what to do when you feel angry at God because of unanswered prayers to alleviate the suffering of a loved one, if cohabitation is a good solution to...
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Ministering to Coworkers, Ember Days, and Revering Saint Relics from 2019-10-01T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to minister to a coworker who looks at horoscopes and practices “white” witchcraft, what’s the deal with ember days (periods of fasting for voca...
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Dropping Hosts, Not Kneeling at Mass, and the Devil in Our Thoughts from 2019-09-24T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what to do when a consecrated Host is dropped during Communion, if the devil and demons can read our thoughts when we’re tempted, and what to do abo...
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All About Discernment: Dating, Marriage, and Jackie and Bobby Angel from 2019-09-17T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what to do when you’re single but feel called to marriage, what to do when you’re discerning marriage but aren’t ready for kids, and what to do when...
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Holding Hands During the Our Father, Loss of Zeal, and Rap from 2019-09-10T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about holding hands when we say the Our Father during Mass, what to do about a dry spiritual life, and whether it’s possible to reconcile a love of rap an...
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Suicide, Allergic to the Eucharist, and NFP for At-Risk Pregnancy from 2019-09-03T12:00
Fr. Josh addresses questions about the salvation of family members who have committed suicide, what to do if a person is allergic to the Eucharist (Body and Blood), and whether natu...
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Be My Guest: Kevin McCall, Asking for Signs, and the Holy Spirit from 2019-08-27T12:00
Fr. Josh and Kevin McCall talk about prayer, asking God for signs and how to have a relationship with the Holy Spirit.
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Be My Guest: Avera Maria Santo, Homosexuality, and Finding Happiness from 2019-08-20T12:00
Avera Maria Santo and Fr. Josh answer questions about choosing a vocation when experiencing gender dysphoria and how to respond to a family member in a same-sex relationship. Avera ...
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Selfishness, Daily Mass, and Talking to Family About Religious Discernment from 2019-08-13T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to stop being selfish in relationships, whether it’s better to prioritize personal prayer or daily Mass, and how to tell family you’re thinking ...
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Forgiving Deep Wounds Caused by Family, Praying for Souls in Purgatory, and Tired of Praying from 2019-08-06T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to forgive deep wounds caused by family members, what to do if you’ve grown bored with prayer, and what are some prayers we can say for souls in...
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Baptisms with Same-Sex Parents, Helping Family Understand Church Teachings, and Overwhelming Guilt from 2019-07-30T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to respond to a same-sex couple who wants their child baptized, how to help family understand Church teaching, and how to stop feeling guilty ab...
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Prayer Transcending Time, Married Priests, and Checking Someone Out from 2019-07-23T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about if our prayers can apply to people who are no longer alive, why there are priests who have been married, and if it’s OK to check someone out.
Scrupulosity, Bad Confession Experiences, and Young People Leaving the Church from 2019-07-16T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about whether bad confession experiences are valid, how to avoid scrupulosity (obsession with avoiding sin), and how to invite people back to the Church.<...
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Praying to the Saints, the Communion Fast, and Confession “Hopping” from 2019-07-09T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about why praying to the saints is different from worshiping them, how to remind people about the fast before receiving Communion, and whether it’s OK to ...
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Traditional Latin Mass, Witchcraft, and Mystic Visions from 2019-07-02T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about why some Catholics seem to think traditional Latin Mass is better than the Norvus Ordo, whether witchcraft is demonic or fake, and why only some sai...
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All About Alcohol: Drunkenness, Underage Drinking, and Whisky for Teething Babies from 2019-06-25T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions all about drinking alcohol including: Do I need to go to confession after drinking? Is it OK to drink underage? What if I get drunk without intending to? ...
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Same-Sex Love, Boycotting Netflix, Leaving the Priesthood from 2019-06-18T12:00
DISCLAIMER: Fr. Josh dives deep into details about the first question on same-sex love. Especially for parents listening with children in the car, please discern whether or ...
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TV Mass, Cafeteria Catholics, and Finding Happiness When Depressed from 2019-06-11T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about if watching Mass on television fulfills our Sunday obligation, how to find happiness when depressed from past trauma, and how to talk with “cafeteri...
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What Does Hell Look Like, Was Peter the First Pope, and a Follow Up to Spiritual Intimacy from 2019-06-04T12:00
Today Fr. Josh dives into some theology today as he answers questions about whether hell looks like Dante’s Inferno, why Peter was the first pope, and what kinds of spiritual intima...
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Original Sin, Explicit Music, State of Life Vocations, and Can Priests and Women Be Friends from 2019-05-28T12:00
Today Fr. Josh answers questions about how we become stained by original sin, listening to music with explicit lyrics, if feeling called to marriage means you will find a spouse, an...
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Be My Guest: Dr. Mario Sacasa on Love as a Sincere Gift of Self from 2019-05-21T12:00
DISCLAIMER: Fr. Josh and Dr. Mario Sacasa dive deep into some of these topics including conjugal love and struggles with pornography. You may want to listen first and discern whethe...
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Praying the Paul VI Rosary: The Glorious Mysteries from 2019-05-14T12:00
Today Fr. Josh talks about how Mary invites us again and again to pray the Rosary and then prays the Glorious Mysteries of the Paul VI Rosary (because it’s Easter). Grab your Rosary...
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Chapel Veils, Free Will, and Methods for Preventing Pregnancy from 2019-05-07T12:00
Today Fr. Josh answers questions about women wearing chapel veils at Mass, what to do with our God-given freedom, and whether certain methods for preventing pregnancy are permissibl...
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Hypostatic Union, Annulled Marriages, and Asking a Girl on a Date from 2019-04-30T12:00
Today Fr. Josh answers questions about how Jesus knew he was God as a child, whether an annulled marriage means the couple was living in a state of sin, and how to ask a girl on a d...
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Happy Easter from Fr. Josh! from 2019-04-23T12:00
Happy Easter! This week we celebrate a new season in the Church, one of renewal and joy.
Fr. Josh will be back next week with more questions and answers, but this we...
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Holy Week, Aliens, and Righteous Anger from 2019-04-16T12:00
Today Fr. Josh answers questions about when anger can be considered righteous, how to enter into Holy Week, and speculating about whether or not aliens could have souls.
Nuns Without Habits, Explaining Past Mistakes to Children, and Fr. Josh’s Conversion from 2019-04-09T12:00
Today Fr. Josh answers questions about how to explain past mistakes to your children, how to react to nuns who don’t wear habits, and his own conversion story.
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The Devil, Life After Rape, and Giving Communion to Unbelievers from 2019-04-02T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about why God created the devil, distributing Communion to people in a state of mortal sin, and how to return to God after a traumatic assault.
Be My Guest: Dr. Edward Sri, the Crucifixion, and St. Joseph from 2019-03-26T12:00
Fr. Josh and scripture scholar Dr. Edward Sri answer questions about Jesus’ divine nature, why Jesus had to be crucified, and what happened to St. Joseph during Christ’s passion. Listen
Depression, Sexism in the Church, Candy During Lent, and Posting on Facebook from 2019-03-19T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about why God allows depression, sexism in the Church, choosing a good Lenten sacrifice, and posting religious images and quotes on social media.
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Be My Guest: Jeff Cavins, Activated Discipleship, and Catholic Swag from 2019-03-12T12:00
Fr. Josh interviews Jeff Cavins on his new book, The Activated Disciple, and how to be a true disciple of Christ. They also discuss Jeff’s journey to the Catholic Faith, being a fan...
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Ash Wednesday, Dress Code for Mass, and Downplaying Mortal Sins During Confession from 2019-03-05T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about wearing ashes in public on Ash Wednesday, what to wear at daily Mass vs. Sunday Mass, and how detailed we need to be about mortal sins during confes...
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Do Pets Go to Heaven, Family Conflict, and Honor Thy Father and Mother from 2019-02-26T12:00
Today, Fr. Josh answers questions about if pets go to heaven, what to do if conflict begins to grow in a family, and how to honor your father and mother as an adult.
Saint Icons, Feeling Unwelcome at Church, and the War on Drugs from 2019-02-19T12:00
Today, Fr. Josh answers questions about why it seems that the majority of saint icons are European in appearance, how to approach visiting Catholic churches, and the criminalization...
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Catholic Dating, How Far is Too Far Before Marriage, and Spiritual Intimacy from 2019-02-12T12:00
In this Valentines Day special, Fr. Josh answers questions about feeling invisible in the Catholic dating scene, how far is too far before marriage—especially in regards to kissing—...
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Are Tattoos a Sin, the Covington Catholic Controversy, and Arguments Between Priests and Parish Staff from 2019-02-05T12:00
Fr. Josh tells us if getting tattoos are a sin, and gives his personal thoughts on the incident involving the Covington Catholic High School student, and offers advice on how to app...
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Eucharistic Adoration, Mary’s Perpetual Virginity, Single Moms, and Children Questioning the Catholic Faith from 2019-01-29T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about what to do in Eucharistic Adoration, why Mary and Joseph did not consummate their marriage, if single moms can practice the Catholic Faith, and how ...
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Spending the Night, Humility, the Paranormal, and Same Sex Adoption from 2019-01-22T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about whether or not spending the night together before marriage is OK, what true humility looks like, if Catholics believe in paranormal activity, and ho...
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Pray for Our Priests from 2019-01-15T12:00
This week, Fr. Josh is at a priest conference with his diocese trying to grow and experience renewal in his priesthood. He invites you to pray for the priests of Baton Rouge so thei...
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Divorce, God’s Wrath in the Old Testament, and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass from 2019-01-08T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about how to pray to God after a divorce, why God in the Old Testament is full of wrath yet in the New Testament he is full of mercy, and why only Catholi...
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Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God from 2019-01-01T12:00
God the Father created each and every one of us for no other reason than because he desires for us to become saints. The greatest saint that God ever created is the Blessed Virgin M...
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Merry Christmas! from 2018-12-25T12:00
Fr. Josh wishes you a Merry Christmas and sings a few songs.
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Finding Meaning in Life, Christmas Presents, and Helping Children Discern their Vocation from 2018-12-18T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about finding meaning in life while suffering, meaningful Christmas gift suggestions, and how to help your children discern their vocations. If you have a...
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Praying the Paul VI Rosary from 2018-12-11T12:00
Today’s episode is a special episode on prayer where Fr. Josh actually invites you to pull out your rosary and pray with him. The Rosary is one of the most powerful prayers we can p...
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The Big Bang, Examination of Conscience, and Overcoming Mortal Sins from 2018-12-04T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about the Catholic perspective on the Big Bang, how to find a thorough examination of conscience for confession, and ways to overcome mortal sins. If you ...
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Addicted to Social Media, Helping the Homeless, and Communion on the Tongue from 2018-11-20T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about overcoming addictions to social media and phones, helping the homeless, and whether receiving Communion on the tongue or hand is better. If you have...
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Admonishing the Sinner, Regretting Abortion, and Marriage in Heaven from 2018-11-13T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about approaching a loved one about a sin without sounding judgmental, finding peace and forgiveness after an abortion, and the Church’s teaching on marri...
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Voting, Spiritual Direction, and Fasting from 2018-11-06T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about voting when not one candidate’s platform aligns totally with Catholic teaching, how to discern finding a spiritual director, and the correct way to ...
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Sacramentals, Circumcision, and Time Off Purgatory from 2018-10-30T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about the difference between sacramentals and being superstitious, whether or not Catholics should practice circumcision on their children, and if earthly...
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Halloween, Children at Mass, and Maid of Honor from 2018-10-23T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about dressing up in costumes for Halloween, what to do when you have fussy children at Mass, and how to choose a maid of honor for a wedding. If you have...
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Distractions in Prayer, Alcoholic Spouses, and Racism in the Church from 2018-10-16T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about being distracted and easily bored by daily prayer, what to do if your spouse is a verbally abusive alcoholic, and how to respond to racism in the ch...
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Money, Chronic Pain, Discerning the Priesthood from 2018-10-02T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about money, full time jobs and benefits, how to unite chronic pain with Jesus’ pain, and tips for discerning the priesthood. If you have a question, comm...
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Cannibalism, Cremation, and Sinful Priests from 2018-09-25T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about why Catholics are not cannibals even though we consume the body and blood of Jesus, why burial is preferable to cremation and spreading ashes, and w...
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The Pill, Choosing Godparents, and Loneliness from 2018-09-18T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about taking the birth control pill for health issues, choosing holy godparents, and dealing with an overwhelming loneliness. If you have a question, comm...
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Working Moms, Quitting Smoking, and Can We Lose Our Salvation from 2018-09-11T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about the Catholic teaching on salvation, how to quit smoking, and struggles with being a working mother. If you have a question, comment, or response for...
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Lust, Reading Scripture, Lying, and Jehovah’s Witnesses from 2018-09-04T12:00
Fr. Josh answers questions about struggling with lustful thoughts, guidance on how to read Scripture, if lying is ever OK, and what to do when Jehovah’s Witnesses knock on your door...
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Racism, Non-Catholic Bible Studies, Organ Donation, and Plastic Surgery from 2018-07-17T12:00
Vasectomies, Death of a Family Member, Prayer Journaling, and Gay Relationships from 2018-07-03T12:00
Game of Thrones, Fallen-Away Catholics, and Discernment from 2018-06-06T12:00
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The Eucharist, Relationship Standards, and Smoking Weed from 2018-06-06T12:00
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The Rosary, Working on Sundays, and NFP from 2018-06-06T12:00
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