Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)

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A Practical Approach to Evangelization Apr 27, 2023

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How are we supposed to evangelize? What does it even mean to evangelize? Fr. Josh addresses this question and encourages all of us to dive more deeply into a life of evangelization. Fr. Josh also shares about a saint who used her profession to evangelize in an extraordinary way.

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Whether you are a doctor, teacher, or a stay at home parent, God will use what you do in life to bring others to himself.

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The Blessed Virgin Mary and Birth Pains Apr 20, 2023

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What was the birth of Jesus like for Mary? Some people argue that Mary experienced labor and delivery like any other woman. Others argue that she felt no pain. But what does the Church say? Fr. Josh answers that question in today’s episode.

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“Our Mother Mary is full of beauty because she is full of grace.” -Pope Francis

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The Origins of Divine Mercy Apr 13, 2023

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What is Divine Mercy? You may have heard mention of Divine Mercy Sunday or perhaps you have prayed the chaplet. But where does the devotion to Divine Mercy come from? Fr. Josh answers this question and shares about the saint who established it.

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There is no excuse for anyone not to become a saint. God is offering his love and mercy to everyone until the very end.

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The Spiritual Life of a Priest Apr 06, 2023

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How do priests pray? Fr. Josh responds to a listener question regarding the spiritual life of a priest and what requirements are placed on a diocesan priest for prayer. Additionally, Fr. Josh shares the story of an unnamed saint to emphasize the importance of a daily Holy Hour.

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We have to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus. Adoration of Christ is imitation of Christ.

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Why We Read the Passion Twice Mar 30, 2023

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Why do we hear the Passion narrative twice during Holy Week? And who gets to participate in proclaiming those Gospels? Fr. Josh answers these questions in today’s episode. He also shares about an incredible woman who is on her way to canonization.

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To help prepare yourself and enter into it more fully, take the time to meditate on the readings prior to Mass.

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Why the Rosary Is Essential Mar 23, 2023

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The rosary is not just a prayer that grandmas and nuns pray. The rosary is a powerful and essential prayer for everyone’s spiritual life. Today, Fr. Josh is joined by Dr. Mike Scherschligt to discuss the power of the rosary. Dr. Mike also shares about his own faith journey and his mission to get as many people to pray the rosary as possible.

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When we accept the reality that Jesus Christ is real, we have to make changes in our lives.

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How to Pray in Lent Mar 16, 2023

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Are there particular ways we should pray during the Lenten season? Lent is a great season to make new efforts in growing our relationship with God. Today, Fr. Josh shares ideas for some of the ways we could pray during the Lenten season.

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During the Lenten season, it is really beautiful to accompany Jesus in his suffering, in his Passion.

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Envy: It’s More Than Jealousy Mar 09, 2023

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What does it mean to be envious of someone? Envy is one of the seven deadly sins and Fr. Josh explains why in today’s episode. He also walks through an examination to help you understand areas in your life where you may struggle with envy.

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It can be a lifelong battle to break free from vice, but we must remember that God is faithful to us and desires our freedom.

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Why These Sins Can Be Deadly to Our Souls Mar 02, 2023

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What are some of the primary sins that people struggle with? As we strive for virtue, it is important that we regularly examine our lives and realize where we struggle so that we can strive to break free from sin. Today, Fr. Josh addresses the topic of the seven deadly sins and identifies why people struggle with some in particular.

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Focus on what Christ has done in your life. Focus on his love for you.

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Striving for a Virtuous Life Feb 23, 2023

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What does it mean to be virtuous? Virtue is a word that is mentioned often when talking about faith and the lives of the saints. However, do we understand what it means? Today, Fr. Josh is joined by author Andrew Whitmore to talk about the virtuous life and also discuss Andrew’s new book Saintly Habits: Aquinas' 7 Simple Strategies You Can Use to Grow in Virtue.

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When you aren’t able to overcome a challenge, it takes great courage to endure it instead.

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